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El Camino College2010-2011

El Camino Community College DistrictA Public Community College

Serving: El Segundo, Hawthorne, Hermosa Beach, Inglewood,Lawndale, Lennox, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, and Torrance

AddressEl Camino College

16007 Crenshaw Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90506-0001

Telephone Numbers1-866-ELCAMINO or 310-532-3670

Admissions: 310-538-5700Telecommunications for the Deaf: (TDD) 310-660-3445

Websitewww.elcamino.edu

2010-2011Academic Calendar

Fall Semester - 2010Fall Semester Classes Begin Saturday August 28, 2010Weekday Classes Begin Monday August 30, 2010Labor Day Holiday, Campus Closed Monday September 6, 2010First Day to Apply for Graduation and Certificates (Fall) Tuesday September 7, 2010 Last Day to Add (Full Semester Classes) Friday September 10, 2010Last Day to Drop and be Eligible for a Refund Friday September 10, 2010Active Enrollment Census Monday September 13, 2010Last Day to Drop Without Notation on Permanent Record Friday September 24, 2010Last Day to Apply for Graduation and Certificates (Fall) Friday October 15, 2010Mid-Term Classes Begin Saturday October 23, 2010Veterans Day Holiday, Campus Closed Friday November 12, 2010Last Day to Drop with a “W” Friday November 19, 2010Thanksgiving Holidays, Campus Closed Thurs-Sun November 25-28, 2010Fall Semester Ends Friday December 17, 2010Winter Recess, Campus Closed Thursday December 23, 2010

Sunday January 2, 2011

Winter Session - 2011Refer to Winter Schedule of Classes

Spring Semester - 2011First Day to Apply for Graduation and Certificates (Spring) Monday January 10, 2011Lincoln’s Day Holiday, Campus Closed Friday February 11, 2011Spring Semester Classes Begin Saturday February 12, 2011Weekday Classes Begin Monday February 14, 2011Washington’s Day Holiday, Campus Closed Monday February 21, 2011Last Day to Add (Full Semester Classes) Friday February 25, 2011Last Day to Drop and be Eligible for a Refund Friday February 25, 2011Active Enrollment Census Monday February 28, 2011Last Day to Apply for Graduation and Certificates (Spring) Thursday March 3, 2011Last Day to Drop Without Notation on Permanent Record Friday March 11, 2011Spring Recess, No Classes Saturday-Friday April 9-15, 2011Mid-Term Classes Begin Saturday April 16, 2011Last Day to Drop with a “W” Friday May 13, 2011Memorial Day Holiday, Campus Closed Monday May 30, 2011Graduation Friday June 10, 2011Spring Semester Ends Friday June 10, 2011

Summer Sessions - 2011Refer to Summer Schedule of Classes

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Table of Contents

General Information Page 1

Section I Admission, Fees, Registration, Matriculation, Assessment,Attendance, F-1 Visa Procedure, Policies and Procedures

Section II Page 19Student Services, Student Development, Financial Aid, Scholarships,Policies and Procedures, Campus Security Act and Student Right to Know

Section III Page 32Academic Affairs, Associate Degrees, Associate in Arts Degree,Associate in Science Degree, Certificates, Preparation for Transfer,Honors Programs

Section IV Page 45Academic Support, Curriculum, Administration, Faculty,Professor Emeritus

Section V Page 249El Camino College Compton Community Educational Center:General Information, Admission, Fees, Registration, Matriculation,Assessment/Testing, Attendance, Student Services, Student Development, Financial Aid, Standards of Student Conduct,Administration, Faculty, Professor Emeritus

Index Page 274El Camino College Campus Map, Compton Center Campus Map

AccreditationEl Camino College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission

for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association ofSchools and Colleges, 10 Commercial Boulevard, Suite 204, Nova-to, CA 94949-6175, telephone 415-506-0234, Webhttp://www.accjc. org, an institutional accrediting body recog-nized by the Commission on Recognition of PostsecondaryAccreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. The Univer-sity of California, the California State University and other col-leges and universities give full credit for appropriate courses com-pleted at El Camino College. El Camino College is approved forveterans by the Office of Post Secondary Education, CaliforniaState Department of Education.

MembershipEl Camino College is a member of the Community College

League of California.

Open EnrollmentUnless specifically exempted by statute, every course, course

section, or class, wherever offered and maintained by the District,shall be fully open to enrollment and participation by any personwho has been admitted to El Camino College and who meets suchprerequisites as may be established pursuant to Article 2.5 (com-mencing with Section 55200) of Subchapter 1 of Chapter 6 of Divi-sion 6 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations.

CertificationThe El Camino Community College District hereby certifies that

this Catalog is true and correct in content as required by DVB Cir-cular 20-76-84, Appendix P, Paragraph 6(a), Department of Educa-tion, State of California.

Campus PoliceThe Campus Police Office is in charge of the personal safety

and security for all who attend classes, as well as all who areemployed by El Camino College. Open at all times, the office islocated on the corner of Crenshaw and Redondo Beach Boule-vards in Parking Lot K. Campus Police offers lost and found serv-ices as well as an escort service between parking lots and classes.Also available is first aid as well as help in all emergency situa-tions. The office may be telephoned directly at 310-660-3100.Traffic and parking regulations are posted throughout campus.

Campus Police will issue citations to violators of these regulations.All such fines are payable to the Campus Police Office. Parkingcitations are a minimum of $35.

PublisherThe Catalog of Courses is published annually through the Office

of Public Relations and Marketing, El Camino Community Col-lege District, 16007 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA 90506.El Camino College has made every reasonable effort to deter-

mine that this Catalog is accurate. Courses and programs offered,together with other matters contained herein, are subject tochange without notice by the administration for reasons related tostudent enrollment and level of financial support, or at the discre-tion of the district and the college. The district and the college fur-ther reserve the right to add, amend or repeal any rules, regula-tions, policies and procedures.

Non-Discrimination PolicyNon-Discrimination PolicyThe El Camino Community College District is committed to pro-

viding equal opportunity in which no person is subjected to dis-crimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, nationalorigin, religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation,physical or mental disability, or retaliation.

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Board of TrusteesWilliam J. BeverlyTrustee Area Three

Mary E. CombsTrustee Area Two

Ray GenTrustee Area Four

Nathaniel JacksonTrustee Area One

Maureen O’DonnellTrustee Area Five

Christopher PhamStudent Trustee

AdministrationThomas M. Fallo

Superintendent/President

Francisco M. ArceVice President, Academic Affairs

Jo Ann HigdonVice President, Administrative Services

Jeanie M. NishimeVice President, Student andCommunity Advancement

Lynn SolamitaInterim Vice President, Human Resources

Barbara PerezVice President, El Camino College Compton Center

Mission Statement

El Camino College offers quality, compre-hensive educational programs and servicesto ensure the educational success of stu-

dents from our diverse community.

Vision StatementEl Camino College will be the College of choice for successful

student learning, caring student services and open access. We,the employees, will work together to create an environment thatemphasizes people, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence.Our College will be a leader in demonstrating accountability toour community.

Statement of PhilosophyEverything El Camino College is or does must be centered on its

community. The community saw the need and valued the reasonfor the creation of El Camino College. It is to our community thatwe must be responsible and responsive in all matters educational,fiscal and social.

Statement of ValuesOur highest value is placed on our students and their education-

al goals, interwoven in that value is our recognition that the facul-ty and staff of El Camino College are the College’s stability, itssource of strength and its driving force. With this in mind, ourfive core values are:

PeopleWe strive to balance the needs of our students, employees andcommunity.

RespectWe work in a spirit of cooperation and collaboration.

IntegrityWe act ethically and honestly toward our students, colleaguesand community.

DiversityWe recognize and appreciate our similarities and differences.

ExcellenceWe aspire to deliver quality and excellence in all we do.

Guiding PrinciplesThe following guiding principles are used to direct the efforts of

the District:El Camino College must strive for distinction in everything the

College does—in the classroom, in services and in human rela-tions. Respect for our students, fellow employees, communityand ourselves, must be our underlying goal.Cooperation among our many partners including other schools

and colleges, businesses and industries, and individuals is vital forour success.Access and success must never be compromised. Our class-

rooms are open to everyone who meets our admission eligibilityand our community programs are open to all. This policy isenforced without discrimination and without regard to gender,ethnicity, personal beliefs, abilities or background.

Strategic Initiatives1. Offer excellent educational and student support services:a) Enhance college services to support student learning using avariety of instructional delivery methods and services.

b) Maximize growth opportunities and strengthen programs andservices to enhance student success.

c) Strengthen partnerships with schools, colleges and universi-ties, businesses and community-based organizations to pro-vide workforce training and economic development for ourcommunity.

2. Support self-assessment, renewal, and innovation:a) Use student learning outcomes and assessment tocontinually improve processes, programs and services.

b) Use research-based evidence as a foundation for effectiveplanning, budgeting and evaluation processes.

3. Modernize the infrastructure to support quality programs andservices:a) Use technological advances to improve classroom instruction,services to students and employee productivity.

b) Improve facilities to meet the needs of students and the com-munity for the next fifty years.

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2010-2011 El Camino College Catalog

HistoryIn 1946, after strong recommendations by a consulting team to

establish a two-year college in the Inglewood-South Bay area, thegoverning boards of the Centinela Valley, Redondo, Inglewoodand El Segundo districts won 10-1 voter approval for the creationof a junior college.Torrance soon joined the newly chartered group, and the El

Camino Community College District was officially established onJuly 1, 1947. Located centrally in the South Bay, the El Camino Community

College District encompasses five unified and high school dis-tricts, twelve elementary school districts and nine cities - a popu-lation of nearly one million.Early classrooms were surplus World War II barracks which

were trucked north from the old Santa Ana Army Air Base inOrange County.The first permanent building for classroom instruction was the

shop building which opened in 1949. The women’s gym, fieldhouse, another shop building and the social science building fol-lowed. Major construction was the order of business nearly everyyear during the growth years of the college.El Camino College’s buildings cover 1,129,112 square feet and

were built at a cost of $28 million. That means 27 structures werecompleted without any bonded indebtedness to the District.In November 2002, voters of the El Camino Community College

District passed Measure E, a $394 million bond measure. The suc-cessful passage of this bond measure will allow the District tobuild several new buildings, engage in major remodeling andreconstruction of others, and take steps to improve the health andsafety of students and employees. The money can be used onlyon facilities and equipment. None of it can be used for salaries orprograms. A Citizen’s Bond Oversight Committee provides anannual report to the public regarding the use of the funds.

El Camino College Administration,Faculty and TrusteesThe faculty has grown since the first 30 members to more than

850 full-time and part-time instructors today. Nearly 25 percent ofthe full-time faculty have earned doctoral degrees while morethan 90 percent have master’s degrees. The remainder have excel-lent credentials for their areas of expertise.The college is governed by the five members of the El Camino

Community College District Board of Trustees. Each is elected fora four-year term by voters in five trustee areas which comprise thecollege district. Board meetings are held monthly and are open tothe public.Leading the administration is the college’s president who also

serves as superintendent of the El Camino Community CollegeDistrict. The president is assisted directly by four vice presidents.Their areas of responsibility are academic affairs, administrativeservices, student and community advancement, and humanresources.As the college mushroomed from an enrollment of fewer than

500 in 1946 to nearly 30,000 students today, the curriculumexpanded to include not only lower division courses but an hon-ors program and numerous vocational programs. Today, ElCamino College students enjoy a broad curriculum featuring near-ly 2,500 different classes offered in some 850 different programs.With more courses available during a variety of class times, stu-

dents have wide flexibility in individual scheduling.The college confers the associate degree each spring on about

1,200 students who have completed their 60 semester units andhave satisfied their major field of study obligations. Many stu-dents each year also qualify for certificates of completion, signify-ing course requirements have been met in major skill areas.The college is a reflection of its five presidents. The founding

president, Forrest G. Murdock served until his retirement in 1958.He was succeeded by Dr. Stuart E. Marsee whose tenure saw 24years of financial stability, building and growth. Retiring in 1982,he turned the campus over to Dr. Rafael Cortada. Dr. Cortada’slegacy to the college was the establishment of the Honors Trans-fer Program and development of the El Camino College Founda-tion which raises funds for programs not supported through thegeneral budget. Dr. Sam Schauerman, who had served the collegefirst as a dean of instruction, then as vice president of instruction,became El Camino College’s fourth president from 1987 to 1995.El Camino College today is under the leadership of Dr. ThomasM. Fallo whose direction is guiding the college through the 21stcentury.

Academic YearScholarships are awarded annually to incoming high school stu-

dents, current El Camino College students and students preparingto transfer. In 2009, the Foundation provided more than $400,000in student scholarships.

El Camino College FoundationSince 1983, the charge of the El Camino College Foundation has

been to solicit, receive, and administer private gifts, bequests, anddonations to benefit students and enhance the quality of their edu-cation. With the number of students growing, the Foundation hasstepped up efforts to raise funds to bridge the gap between risingdemand and deepening budget constraints; the Foundation’sassets have grown to more than $7.2 million.Aspiring to meet the needs of El Camino College’s diverse stu-

dent population, the Foundation actively supports several pro-grams that provide direct and immediate benefit to our students.Scholarships are awarded annually to incoming high school stu-dents, current El Camino College students and students preparingto transfer. In 2009, the Foundation provided more than $400,000in student scholarships. In addition, the Foundation Book FundHonor Loan program provides textbook vouchers for studentswith a financial need and helps empower our students by provid-ing them with an opportunity to “give back” to the program oncethey have graduated and started their careers.Through the generous support of individuals, businesses, and

local corporations, the El Camino College Foundation is able torespond to the highest priority needs of our students and the col-lege. These resources help sustain and grow vital programs andservices for our students, enabling them to reach their education-al goals.For more information about how you can support the El

Camino College, please visit the El Camino College Foundationwebsite at elcaminocollegefoundation.org, or contact Katie Glea-son at 310-660-6040 or [email protected]. The Foundationis a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. All donations are taxdeductible.

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Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974All education records of students who enroll at El Camino Col-

lege are kept in accordance with the provisions of the Family Edu-cational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. A student may requestaccess to his or her education record which personally identifiesthe student and may challenge the accuracy of the record or theappropriateness of its retention. Student consent is needed for therelease of records covered by the act to outside parties (for exam-ple: prospective employers) except for those agencies entitled toaccess under the provisions of the act (for example: campus offi-cials, other schools, federal educational and auditing officials, andrequests in connection with the application or receipt of financialaid). These provisions apply to records received and used afterNov. 19, 1974.Students may request a copy of a record which the student has

requested or consented to be released. The full text of the Fami-ly Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 is in the UnitedStates Code Annotated, Title 20, 1232g, pocket part, in the cam-pus library reference room. Particular questions with respect to astudent’s prerogative under the Family Educational Right and Pri-vacy Act of 1974 should be directed to the office of the Dean,Enrollment Services.

Children in ClassroomsChildren are not permitted in classrooms while class is in ses-

sion. Attendance in class is limited to officially enrolled studentsand authorized visitors and guests only. Students shall not allowchildren to be left unattended or unsupervised anywhere on cam-pus. It is the responsibility of each faculty member to inform stu-dents of this requirement.

Student InformationIn accordance with Education Code Section 54626: information

may be made available to newspaper, magazine, radio, or televi-sion media and prospective employers for the purpose of report-ing a student’s participation in officially recognized college activi-ties and sports events or the student’s receipt of college degreesand awards. Information may include the student’s name, address, tele-

phone listing, date and place of birth, major field of study, classschedule, dates of attendance, weight and height of members ofathletic teams, and the most recent previous educational institu-tion attended by the student. The names and addresses of studentsmay be provided to public or private schools or colleges for pur-poses directly related to the academic or professional goals of theinstitution.A student who does not wish any or all of the information to be

made available without prior consent must file a petition in theAdmissions Office at the time of enrollment or before the begin-ning of classes, requesting that this information be withheld.

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How to Reach Us:Toll-free 1-866-ELCAMINO – www.elcamino.eduArea code is 310

Academic Office Telephone NumbersBehavioral & Social Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3735Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3770Fine Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3715Health Sciences & Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3545Humanities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3316Industry & Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3600Learning Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3525Mathematical Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3200Natural Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3343Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3281

Student Services Telephone NumbersAdmissions Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3414Adult Re-entry Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3558Assessment and Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3405Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3380Campus Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3100Cashier’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3142

Child Development Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3720Counseling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3458ECLA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-6707EOP&S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3464Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3493First Year Experience/Learning Communities 660-6936Health Center (closed Summer) . . . . . . . . . . .660-3643Inter Club Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-6399International Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3431Library Circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3519Library Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-6483Parking Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-6769Records Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3436Registration Help Line (seasonal) . . . . . . . . . .660-6034Scholarship Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-6541Special Resource Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3295Student Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3500Student Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3507Telecommunication for the Deaf (TTY) . . . . .660-3445Transfer Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3408Tutoring Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3511Workplace Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3351Veterans Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .660-3486


AdmissionAnyone 18 years of age or older qualifies for admission to El

Camino College. If under the age of 18, you will qualify if youhave 1) graduated from high school or 2) passed the CaliforniaHigh School Certificate of Proficiency Test.

Special Part-Time or Full-Time StudentsEl Camino College may admit as a special part-time or special

full-time student anyone in grades 11 or 12 who, in the opinion ofthe college president, may benefit from instruction. These stu-dents will be subject to any change in regulations for concurrent-ly enrolled students and all subsequent policies and procedures asadopted by El Camino College.Residents of other states and foreign students are subject to out

of-state tuition. AB 540 allows legally qualified students who meetspecific criteria to pay in-state tuition at California public collegesand universities. AB 540 does not provide access to state or feder-al financial aid. Students who attend private and parochial schoolsfollow the same residence requirement. Concurrently enrolledstudents shall receive credit for community college courses whichthey complete. If credit is used for high school graduation, atten-tion is called to Section 1630, Title 5, California AdministrativeCode.Concurrent Enrollment Application forms, which are available

in the Admissions Office, must be presented when the studentfiles an application for admission to college. A separate approvalmust be provided for each semester, summer session, or wintersession in which the student is enrolled. Concurrently enrolledstudents must comply with all policies, follow all procedures, andmeet all requirements by the published deadlines for each semes-ter and/or session.

District Residence RequirementsA student 18 years or older who resides in the El Camino Col-

lege District is classified as a district resident as defined by theCalifornia Education Code and may enroll in any courses forwhich he/she is qualified. The residence of the student under age18 is determined by the legal residence of the parents as definedby law.

Exceptions to Residence DeterminationA list of exceptions to residence determination will be issued by

the Admissions Office to each student who is classified as a “non-resident.” Consideration will be given to appropriate evidence submitted

by the student in the active United States military service or whois a dependent of a member of the United States military service.The student should contact the Admissions Office for possibleclassification as a resident.

Appeal ProcedureAny student, after a final decision on residence clarification,

may make written appeal as provided in Title 5, California Admin-istrative Code, within 30 calendar days of notification.

Enrollment FeeEl Camino College has a strong commitment to ensuring acces-

sibility to all of its programs and services to all students who arecapable of benefiting from such programs and services. A limitednumber of related services which the student uses shall be sup-ported by fees charged to students to assist defraying the costs ofproviding these services.The mandatory general student fee will be collected at the time

of registration. Students who fail to pay this required fee at thetime of registration will subsequently be dropped from classes.Grades, transcripts and diplomas will be withheld and future reg-istration restricted. The enrollment fee is $26 for each unit ofcredit (subject to change).El Camino College is part of the system of public higher educa-

tion of the State of California. The information in this section maybe subject to change as a result of new state legislation or require-ments of the California Community Colleges System Office afterthe publication date of this catalog.The enrollment fee requirement shall not apply to students

enrolled in the non-credit courses specified in Education CodeSection 84711.A student who is on the Temporary Assistance for Needy Fam-

ilies (TANF) Program, the Supplemental Security Income/StateSupplementary Program (SSI/SSP), or the General Assistance Pro-gram in the Financial Aid Office must apply for the EnrollmentFee Financial Assistance programs prior to the close of the term inthe Financial Aid Office. If any additional documentation isrequired, this must be submitted to the Financial Aid Office andcompleted prior to the close of the school term. (Board Policy5030.2.)All students interested in applying for financial aid or receiving

financial aid need to refer to the financial aid and scholarship sec-tion of this catalog.

Refund of Enrollment FeeTo receive a refund, students must drop their classes through

the online system located in the Activities Center (first two weeksof a semester) or the Cashier’s Office or by Web or telephoneaccording to dates published in the schedule of classes and on feereceipts.To receive a refund for a parking permit, students must return

the permit to the Cashier’s Office within the time period specifiedin the class schedule. Refund checks will be mailed before the endof the semester. If a mailing address has changed, please update the change in

the Admissions Office. Those who drop a class that meets fewer than 15 weeks must

drop by the end of the first full week of classes.A refund fee not to exceed $10 may be charged for enrollment

refunds.

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Section I

Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7Matriculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 11F-1 Visa Procedure . . . . . . . . . . Page 13Policies and Procedures . . . . . . .Page 14


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Fee Payment Methods Personal checks drawn on United States banks only, money

orders or cash will be accepted for any fee paid. VISA, Discoverand MasterCard credit cards will be honored. Checks returned bya student’s bank for any reason will result in (1) suspension fromenrollment, (2) denial of subsequent registration, and (3) detentionof transcript until financial obligation has been satisfied. A servicecharge of $20 will be assessed on any returned check.

Health Services FeeIn accordance with the California Education Code, Section

72246, students pay $17.00 each semester to cover the operation,supervision, programs and services of the Student Health Center.There are exceptions under these conditions: • Students receiving financial aid pursuant to Section 72252.1.• Low-income students who meet the Board of Governors Grantcriteria (pursuant to Section 72252) as demonstrated by appro-priate support documentation of eligibility; SSI eligibility; or GAeligibility; Veterans Affairs Dependent Fee Waiver Certification;Agency Certification; or Income Tax Form as they relate to qual-ifying Income Levels; or a combination of these and unmet stu-dent need as determined by the Financial Aid Office.

• Students who depend exclusively upon prayer for healing inaccordance with the teachings of a bona fide religious sect,denomination or organization.Exemptions: Students enrolled only in classes held off campus,

distance education classes only, non-credit classes only or work-site classes, high school students, or students enrolled in contractclasses will not be required to pay the Health Services Fee.Refund: Students who withdraw from all courses prior to the

close of the second week of the term will be eligible for a refundof the Health Services Fee.

Non-Resident FeeIn addition to the general student fees, an out-of-state United

States citizen is charged an out-of-state fee of $183 for every cred-it unit. A citizen of another country pays a non-resident fee of$213 for every credit unit. A resident is defined as a citizen of theUnited States or a person who holds a status which allows him/herto establish residency in the United States, and can provide evi-dence of physical presence in the state of California for at least

one year prior to the residency determination date, and evidenceof intention to make California his/her permanent home. Dateson any documentary evidence should correspond to dates of phys-ical presence in California. A non-resident is a person who doesnot meet the residency requirements of the state of California orwho is a citizen of a foreign country and holds only temporary sta-tus in the United States. El Camino College maintains a list ofexceptions to the non-resident fee requirement. Such a list will beissued by the Admissions Office to each student who is classifiedas a non-resident.Consideration is given to appropriate evidence submitted by the

student to substantiate a change in this classification. Possiblechanges could go to students in the active United States militaryservices or to those who are dependents of an active member ofthe United States military.El Camino College requires a $25 (subject to change) application

processing fee for out-of-country applicants. All fees must be paid by checks drawn on a United States bank

or by cash. Checks drawn on out-of-country banks will not behonored.

Non-Resident Tuition Fee RefundStudents will receive a full or partial refund for non-resident

tuition if they drop their classes through the online system in theActivities Center, by telephone, by the Web, or in the Cashier’sOffice according to the following schedule.• During the first calendar week of the semester, 100 percent ofthe fee will be refunded.

• During the second calendar week of the semester, 75 percent ofthe fee will be refunded.

• During the third calendar week of the semester, 50 percent ofthe fee will be refunded.

• During the fourth calendar week of the semester, 25 percent ofthe fee will be refunded.Refunds for the Summer and Winter sessions and for short-term

courses of 8 weeks or less will be granted if classes are droppedaccording to the following schedule.• During the first calendar week of the term, 100 percent of thefee will be refunded.

• During the second calendar week of the term, 50 percent of thefee will be refunded.

Photo Identification CardAll students are encouraged to obtain a free El Camino College

identification card. These student Photo I.D. cards are availablein the Activities Center Photo I.D. booth. Hours vary: please call310-660-3593, extension 6738 for information. These cards serveas photo identification and are required for Library and lab serv-ices, campus activities, and for verification of attendance in cer-tain classes. Student ID cards are also needed to use any campuscomputer.For only $10, you may also purchase an ASB (Auxiliary Servic-

es Benefits) sticker at the Cashier’s Window located in the Admin-istration Building. These stickers are also available at the Activi-ties Center and Marsee Auditorium Ticket Office. This ASB pur-chase provides students, as well as faculty and alumni, a numberof discounts throughout the district, such as automotive and cloth-ing accessories, fast food, and movie tickets. Discount tickets forDisneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm and other amusement parks arealso available. On campus, the ASB sticker provides a 10% dis-count on clothing at the bookstore and free admission to all cam-pus athletic events and ASO dances as well as the opportunity forfree drawing giveaways such as “show your ASB and get an itemfree.”ASB funds support the student newspaper, athletic programs,

Fine Arts Division events, and completely fund the AssociatedStudent Organization (ASO).

Parking FeeAnyone wishing to park on campus will pay a parking fee each

semester in accordance with Education Code Section 72247. Thisfee is $35 per semester for automobiles. The parking fee formotorcycles is $20 per semester. The parking fee for the Summeror Winter session is $20 for automobiles or motorcycles.Visitors must also pay a parking fee by purchasing a daily park-

ing permit.Students/Visitors with disabilities who have been issued a DMV

Disabled Person (DP) placard may park in any designated disabledperson parking stall. Disabled persons may park infaculty/staff/student space and MUST DISPLAY the DMV dis-abled person placard/plates AND a valid El Camino College

semester or daily parking permit when parked. Failure to displaythe DP placard and a valid El Camino College or ECC ComptonCenter permit (when parked in faculty/staff/student space) willresult in the issuance of a citation. See California Code of Regu-lations - Title 5, Section 54100, Ed Code 67301(a). Temporarymedical parking arrangements can be made at CampusPolice/Parking Services.Red and white marked stalls are made available to El Camino

Community College District directors, deans, and other manage-ment personnel for a fee through the Business Manager’s Office.Although located in general staff lots, they are for the exclusiveuse of the individuals paying the fees. All others occupying thesestalls are subject to citation.

Transcript of El Camino College RecordA transcript of the student’s academic record at El Camino Col-

lege will be furnished upon request by the student only, throughthe Records Office. A delay in mailing the transcript may result ifa student has outstanding fees or fines against his/her record(library, laboratory, physical education locker, supplies orreturned checks). Academic work completed at other colleges willnot be included on or with the El Camino College transcript.

E-Mail Accounts and the PortalStudents are required to use their El Camino College assigned

e-mail account. This e-mail account is a tool used to communicatewith faculty and ECC divisions and for ECC to communicate withstudents. Student e-mail address is LoginID followed [email protected]. For example:

[email protected]

Students are also encouraged to use MyECC, El Camino Col-lege’s gateway to information about academic and financial aidrecords as well as general information about the college. Studentsmay access MyECC from the convenience of their home, from acomputer lab, or by using one of the college’s kiosks. MyECC canbe accessed at: www.elcamino.edu; click on MyECC.

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Registration InformationRegistration Procedure

Each student is required to have an appointment to registerbefore being permitted to register. It is issued prior to the start ofthe registration cycle for continuing students and on a first-come,first-serve basis for new and returning students and indicates theday and hour of registration. It is available to qualified studentswho complete the admission requirements.Students must enroll on the date and time indicated or any time

thereafter in accordance with the published registration schedule.If you are a continuing student on Level II probation status, a

hold will be placed on your registration. Check your unofficialECC transcripts through MyECC and schedule a Student Enhance-ment Program workshop at the Counseling Center in the StudentServices Center.

Schedule of ClassesBefore the registration period for each semester or summer or

winter sessions, the college publishes a Schedule of Classes listingthe courses offered, general registration procedures and place-ment and college ability tests. Schedules are available on the Weband may also be obtained at the Help Desk in the Student Servic-es Center.

Priority RegistrationIn compliance with Section 58108 of Title 5, California Admin-

istrative Code, priority registration will be implemented as fol-lows:I. Special registration assistance to the handicapped or disadvan-taged students as defined by statute for the purpose of provid-ing equalization of education.

II. Students will receive priority registration according to thisranking system and criteria:A. General registration priority will be awarded as follows:

1. First priority: continuing students2. Second priority: new and re-admit students

B. For fall and spring semesters, the enrollment of continu-ing students in accordance with priority system estab-lished on the basis of these factors:

1.One point for each unit completed atEl Camino College plus one point for eachunit in which he/she is currently enrolled(mid-term), with a maximum of 60 points.

2.Points awarded according to the totalunits in current program after the 12thweek, as follows: 0 to 3 units equals 0points; 3.5 to 6 units equals 2 points; 6.5 to9 units equals 4 points; 9.5 points to 15units equals 6 points; and 15.5 plus unitsequals 10 points.

3.A reward of 15 points to students formaintaining their original unit load from thestart of the semester through the 12th week.

4.A reward of 10 points to students with 2.0or higher cumulative GPA.

5.Day and evening programs are used to dividethe student body into a day or extended daypriority system. One or more day classesconstitutes a day program.

III. The early enrollment of students who meet oneof these guidelines:A. Instruction program requires time off campus limitingthe choice of class periods on campus.

B. The instructional activity requires a block of time associ-ated with scheduled classes for such activities as prac-tice, meetings, counseling and off-campus travel.

C. First semester F-1 visa student.

Continuous Enrollment for Priority RegistrationContinuous enrollment at El Camino College constitutes enroll-

ment in the most recent previous semester per academic year,excluding summer and winter sessions. A student must remainenrolled in at least one course for sufficient time to receive a gradeof “W.”

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Fees at a Glance (All fees are subject to change.)

Enrollment Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$26 per unit (subject to change)Parking Fee - Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$35 for each semesterParking Fee - Motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20 for each semesterParking BOGW - Method A or B . . . . . . . . . . .$20 for each semesterParking BOGW - Method C (FAFSA only) . . . .$20 for each semesterHealth Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$17 for each semester (subject to change)Out-of-state Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$183 per unit plus the enrollment feeOut-of-country Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$213 per unit plus the enrollment feeF-1 Visa Student Health Insurance . . . . . . . . .$396 per semester (subject to change)Auditing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15 per unitCredit by Examination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$26 per unitTranscripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .First two free; $5 for each thereafter; $8 for emergencyCollege Catalog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5 in Bookstore, $7 by U.S. MailASB Activity/Discount Sticker . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10 per semesterStudent Representation Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50¢ per semester (required)

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Unit LimitationsThe student’s program of studies will vary according to individ-

ual need and objectives. There is no minimum but the maximumprogram for a semester is 18 units without a physical educationclass and 19 units with a physical education class. The maximumprogram of study for the six-week summer session is 8 units or 9units for the eight-week session if at least one unit is physical edu-cation. The maximum program of study for the winter session is7 units. The minimum full-time student program is 12 units persemester. A student wishing to take more than the maximumunits may file a petition through the Counseling Services Division.Students must have completed at least 15 transferable units in onesemester at El Camino College with a 2.75 grade point averageand an overall grade point average of 2.5 or higher to be eligiblefor an overload.In addition to scheduled class hours, students should include in

their weekly schedule the time necessary to study and prepare forclasses. Each student is expected to spend two hours per week instudy and preparation for each class hour per week in lecturecourses. Students who work in business or industry should reducetheir total study programs in proportion to the demands of theiremployment and personal activities. If employment requires 40hours or more per week, students would limit their study programto 7 units or less each semester.

Full Time StudentA student is defined as full-time if carrying 12 units or more dur-

ing the regular semester or 4 units during the summer session.Veteran and War Orphan benefits under the G.I. Bill are based

on 12 units for full subsistence; 9 units for three-fourth subsis-tence; 6 units for half subsistence.For automobile insurance and other insurance benefits, a stu-

dent must be enrolled in 12 units.Athletic eligibility is based on 12 units and student government

eligibility is 8 units.F and M Visa students must maintain full-time status of 12 units

or more. Any exception to this requirement must be approved inadvance by a “Designated School Official.” An F or M Visa stu-dent who drops below 12 units without receiving approval from a“Designated School Official” will be out-of-state and subject todeportation.

Filled and Cancelled ClassesBecause many classes fill quickly in the registration process, stu-

dents should enroll for classes as soon as the appointment timeallows. Students who wish to take a pre-collegiate basic skillscourse that is a required prerequisite and all sections of that basicskills course are filled, then they may petition to have the prereq-uisite course waived for that particular term. Guidelines andforms for requesting a waiver of a prerequisite are available in thecounseling office in the Student Services Center.All classes scheduled at El Camino College are subject to cancel-

lation. Although the college makes every effort to run each classwhich is scheduled, occasionally a class must be canceled due toinsufficient enrollment or to the unavailability of an instructor.

Attendance by Non-registered StudentsOnly those students registered in a class may attend the class.

Students who have completed the proper auditing procedure areallowed to attend without receiving grades or unit credit. No oth-ers may attend, including children of students.

Field Trips and ExcursionsBoard Policy 4300The Superintendent/President shall establish procedures that

regulate the use of District funds for student travel and attendanceat conferences and other activities that are performed as a classassignment or co-curricular activity.

The Superintendent/President, under authorization from theBoard of Trustees, may authorize field trips and excursions for stu-dents in connection with courses of instruction or college-relatedsocial, educational, cultural, athletic or musical activities to andfrom places in California, or any other state, the District of Colum-bia, or a foreign country. The Superintendent/President may del-egate the authority to the appropriate Vice President.The District may pay for expenses of students participating in a

field trip or excursion with auxiliary, grant or categorical programfunds if the funds are used consistently with the funding source.The expenses of instructors, chaperones, and other personnel trav-eling with students may also be paid from District funds. No stu-dent shall be prevented from making a field trip or excursionwhich is integral to the completion of the course because of lackof sufficient funds.Students and staff shall at all times adhere to the standards of

conduct applicable to conduct on campus.

Additional InformationThroughout the school year, the District may sponsor voluntary

field trips and excursions in which students may want to partici-pate. Be advised, as stated in the California Code of Regulations,Subchapter 3, Section 55220, if a student participates in a volun-tary field trip or excursion, the student has deemed to have heldharmless the District, its officers, agents and employees from allliability or claims which may arise out of or in connection with thestudent’s participation in this activity.

MatriculationMatriculation is an on-going process which helps students attain

success and achieve educational goals. The matriculation processis designed to help match interests, abilities, needs, and goals withthe college’s courses, programs, and services.Matriculation services are intended to help students make

informed decisions as they develop an educational plan. ElCamino College supports educational development and recognizeseach student’s worth as an individual through matriculation andrelated services. Students are expected to participate in the matriculation

process. Participation provides information about and referrals toprograms and services that will contribute to academic success.

Four Steps to MatriculationStep 1. File a college application and declare one of these goals:• Transfer to a university without an associate degree• Associate degree and transfer to a university• Associate degree in a vocational program• Associate degree in a general education program• Certificate in a vocational programStep 2. Participate in assessment for educational planning.Assessment is based on multiple measures, including placement

tests. Take appropriate placement tests and consult with an aca-demic counselor. New students who have not attended collegebefore, should schedule an appointment for a My New StudentOrientation workshop to determine educational needs, careerinterests, aptitudes, and other pertinent information needed tocomplete an initial assessment. Placement testing is available inthe Assessment/Testing Center, SSVC 217. English or ESL orMathematics assessment should be completed before attemptingto register in classes. Please read the “Assessment Procedures” formore information about specific placement or specialized tests.Students must have transcripts or grade slips from all colleges

attended before you make a counseling appointment. English,Mathematics, ESL, or other courses completed with a grade of Cor better at an accredited college may be used to meet prerequi-sites or corequisites if the completed courses are equivalent to El

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Camino College courses. High school transcripts may be used forassessment. Official transcripts must be mailed from high school,college, or university to the Records Office.Step 3: Participate in the My New Student Orientation workshop

and counseling for El Camino College.New students must attend an educational planning orientation

session or complete the online orientation (www.elcamino.edu-MyECC) in order to complete the matriculation process. The MyNew Student Orientation is intended for students who have notattended college before. The orientation will teach students abouteducational options and important guidelines for achieving youracademic goals.Step 4: Follow-up and educational planning with a counselor.Follow-up and meet with your counselor at least once a year as

part of the matriculation process. During this meeting, studentswill complete a written educational plan which is a list of recom-mended courses to take to reach your educational goal. Any con-cerns regarding the matriculation process may be addressed withthe Dean of Counseling and Student Services. A formal grievancemust follow the policy and procedures outlined in this catalog.For the non-matriculant student:All services and classes are open to general admission students.

If students do not wish to matriculate, they will nonetheless beprovided full access to services and classes at El Camino College.General admission students will not be required to complete thematriculation process.

OrientationAll students are encouraged to participate in orientation so as to

become familiar with the college and its resources. Orientation isoffered in different locations: online (www.elcamino.edu-MyECC)and matriculation counseling groups for new students. Special ori-entation sessions are arranged for high school students throughtheir high schools. Orientations are also arranged for studentswho participate in the following support programs, such as Hon-ors, EOP&S, Financial Aid, students with a disability, athletes, andinternational students. Our El Camino College New Student Wel-come Day, scheduled every year on the third Wednesday inAugust, is a great way for students to get to know the campus,learn about academic programs, services and meet new friends.

Assessment/TestingAssessment Procedures

Placement in English, English as a Second Language (ESL), Math-ematics, and Chemistry courses is based upon assessment whichincludes placement test scores and other multiple measures suchas previous courses completed and grades received in those cours-es, use of skills at work, and work-related training. Refer to coursedescriptions in the El Camino College Catalog to find out whichplacement tests are required or recommended for the courses youwish to take. After you receive your testing results, you shouldarrange to see a counselor for help in planning your program.In order to begin this process, you must first have an El Camino

College application on file. This can be done online or in personin the Admissions Office. Next, complete your placement tests atthe Assessment/Testing Center located in Room 217 of the StudentServices Center. A photo I.D., such as a driver’s license, and yourEl Camino College I.D. number (the number received at the timeof application) are required to test or obtain copies of past testresults.Most of the placement tests are computerized and must be com-

pleted before you register for courses. Re-testing is limited andmay not be done after you have enrolled in any course related tothe test.

English Placement TestThe computerized English Placement Test should be completed

before you register and may not be repeated once you haveenrolled into both English course sequences at El Camino College.You should complete this test for any course which has an Eng-lish course as a prerequisite, corequisite, or recommended prepa-ration. If you have satisfactory grades in English courses from anaccredited college or university, you should present a grade slip ortranscript of those courses to your counselor for placement evalu-ation. SAT verbal scores may not take the place of the EnglishPlacement Test, but may be used as part of your overall assess-ment.In order to begin the process, you will first need to file your El

Camino College application in Admissions or online. For testing,you will need a photo I.D. and your El Camino College I.D. num-ber.After you receive your test results, a further review of your

placement recommendation may be requested. Information andappropriate petition forms are available from theAssessment/Testing Center.

English as a Second Language (ESL) TestA student who has no knowledge of English may participate in

the assessment process and may enroll in courses as recommend-ed. However, prospective students should be aware that the low-est level ESL courses at El Camino College do not start at the verybeginning, and all ESL courses are taught in English.The computerized ESL Placement Test should be completed

before you register. Students must complete this test for anycourse which has an ESL course as a prerequisite. Because of thevariability in curriculum, ESL classes taken at another institutioncannot be used alone to determine placement.In order to begin the process, you will first need to file your El

Camino College application in Admissions or online. For testing,you will need a photo I.D. and your El Camino College I.D. num-ber.The ESL test is in two parts and requires two visits to campus.

The first part is on a drop-in basis; the second part is by appoint-ment only. Both parts must be completed before you register.After you receive your test results, a further review of your

placement recommendation may be requested. Information isavailable from the Assessment/Testing Center.

Mathematics Placement TestThe computerized Mathematics Placement Test should be com-

pleted before you register in any mathematics course and may notbe repeated once you have enrolled in the mathematics sequenceat El Camino College. If you have satisfactory grades in mathe-matics courses from an accredited college or university, youshould present a grade slip or transcript of those courses to yourcounselor for placement evaluation. High school courses complet-ed or SAT mathematics scores may not take the place of the Math-ematics Placement Test, but may be used as part of your overallassessment. Assessment/placement results are valid for twoyears.In order to begin the process, you will first need to file your El

Camino College application in Admissions or online. For testing,you will need a photo I.D. and your El Camino College I.D. num-ber.After you receive your test results, a further review of your

placement recommendation may be requested. Information andappropriate petition forms are available from theAssessment/Testing Center.

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Chemistry Placement TestThe Chemistry Placement Test should be completed before you

register and may be taken only once. The test places a studenteither in Chemistry 1A or Chemistry 4. Note: The test may notbe taken if a student has ever enrolled in Chemistry 4. Previoushigh school or college chemistry courses do not in themselvesqualify a student for Chemistry 1A. Students who have nevertaken a Chemistry course or who want a beginning level course,should not test, but may enroll in Chemistry 4, 20, or 21A,depending upon their majors and completion of mathematics pre-requisites.In order to begin the testing process, you will first need to file

your El Camino College application in Admissions or online. Fortesting, you will need a photo I.D. and your El Camino CollegeI.D. number.After you receive your results, a further review of your place-

ment recommendation may be requested. Information and appro-priate petition forms are available from the Assessment/TestingCenter.

Mathematics Competency TestThis test covers intermediate algebra. If passed, the test may be

used to satisfy the El Camino College mathematics competencygraduation requirement (item #6 of Section A of the A.A./A.S.graduation requirements).In order to test, you will first need to file your El Camino Col-

lege application in Admissions or online. For testing, you willneed a photo I.D. and your El Camino College I.D. number.Information and appropriate petition forms for limited re-testing

are available in the Assessment/Testing Center.

DRP (Degrees of Reading Power) TestThe DRP Test is a reading test administered by the Assess-

ment/Testing Center for the El Camino College Nursing Depart-ment. The test is a course required for Nursing 145 and is givenon an appointment-basis only. A reservation ticket must beobtained in person from the Assessment/Testing Center.

ATB (Ability-To-Benefit) TestIn order to receive financial aid, students must be “academical-

ly qualified” for study at the post-secondary level. Students whopossess a high school diploma or a GED certificate are consideredto have met this qualification. However, students who did notgraduate from high school or who do not have a GED must passan Ability-To-Benefit Test prior to receiving financial aid.The ATB Test is given only upon the written referral of the

Financial Aid Office. Their referral slip must be presented to theAssessment/Testing Center in order to test.

Waiver Exam for Contemporary HealthA waiver exam is available for Contemporary Health. Contact

the Assessment/Testing Office for further information.

Advanced Placement TestsHigh school students who enroll in El Camino College may peti-

tion for college credit based on high school Advanced Placement(AP) courses. Credit will be given for the following courses if thestudent has taken the appropriate Advanced Placement Test andreceived a score of 3, 4 or 5. (No credit will be given for a score of1 or 2.) The maximum number of units granted will be 15.Students who plan to transfer are advised that the specific trans-

fer institution will determine unit and course credit for AP exams.Course credit and units granted at El Camino College may differfrom course credit and units granted by a transfer institution.Please check with the four year transfer institutions AP credit poli-cies in their catalog, or on their website, or consult an El CaminoCollege academic counselor for unit and course credit for majorpreparation.

Art Examination (History of Art):Art 2 (3 units);Art 3 (3 units)

Biology Examination:Biology 10 (4 units)

Chemistry Examination:Chemistry 1A (5 units)(Note: The student must have a score of 4 or 5 and provide a labo-ratory portfolio to the Dean of Natural Sciences for evaluation forcredit.)

Computer Science Examination:Computer Science 1 (4 units) - Score 4 or 5 on Computer ScienceA Examination, or 3 or 4 on AB Examination

Computer Science 1 and 2 (9 units) - Score of 5 on Computer Sci-ence AB Examination

Economics Examination (Macroeconomics):Economics 1 (3 units)

Economics Examination (Microeconomics):Economics 2 (3 units)

English Examination (Language and Composition):English 1A (4 units) - Score of 3 or 4English 1A and English 1B (7 units) - Score of 5

English Examination (Literature and Composition):English 1A (4 units) orEnglish 1B (3 units) - Score of 3 or 4English 1A and English 1B (7 units) - Score of 5

Foreign Language Examination:Two consecutive courses for a total of 8 units

Government and Politics Examination (American andCalifornia):Political Science 1 (3 units)

Government and Politics Examination (Comparative):Political Science 2 (3 units)

History Examination (American and European):History 101-102 (6 units)History 140 (3 units)

Mathematics Examination:Mathematics 150 (4 units) - Score of 4 or 5 on Statistics Exami-nation

Mathematics 190 (5 units) - Score of 4 or 5 on Calculus ABExamination

Mathematics 190 (5 units) - Score of 3 on Calculus BC Examina-tion

Mathematics 190 & 191 (9 units) - Score of 4 or 5 on CalculusBC Examination

(Note: Students who score a 3 or better on the Statistics AP exam,the Calculus AB exam, or the Calculus BC exam have met the asso-ciate degree, IGETC (Area 2) and CSU General Education (Area B4)mathematics requirements.)

Physics Examination:Physics 2A (4 units) - Score of 5 on Physics B ExaminationPhysics 1A (4 units) - Score of 5 on Physics C Examination

Psychology Examination:Psychology 5 (3 units)

For further information about and petitions for advanced place-ment tests, contact an evaluations clerk in the Admissions Office.

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AttendanceAttendance at First Class

Students who enroll in class but do not attend the first sched-uled class meeting may be dropped from the roster and theirplaces given to waiting students who were unable to enroll at thetime of registration. If illness or emergency prevents a studentfrom attending the first class session, the student must contact theinstructor.A student who registers for a class and never attends is still

responsible for dropping the class. Failure to properly drop a classmay result in a “W” and may subject the student for any and allfees associated with the class.

Attendance Without Official EnrollmentStudents will not be permitted to attend classes in which they

are not enrolled. Exceptions may be allowed by the instructor forbonafide visitors. Students who attend a class without properenrollment (the student did not properly register or add the class)by the published deadline will not be permitted to “late add” theclass except for documented extenuating and mitigating circum-stances.

Attendance During SemesterStudents are expected to attend their classes regularly. Students

who miss the first class meeting or who are not in regular atten-dance during the add period for the class may be dropped by theinstructor. Students whose absences from a class exceed 10% ofthe scheduled class meeting time may be dropped by the instruc-tor. However, students are responsible for dropping a class with-in the deadlines published in the class schedule. Students whostop attending but do not drop may still be retained on the courseroster and receive a failing grade. Students may view their regis-tration status using the college’s website.

Adding a ClassIf space is available, students who have completed registration

may add a class by going to the first meeting of the class andsecuring permission of the instructor. It is the responsibility of thestudent to fulfill all requirements to add a course, and to add thecourse by the add deadline in accordance with college procedures.Adds will not be processed beyond the add deadline.

Withdrawal from ClassOfficial withdrawal from class must be processed through the

online system in the Admissions Office. Failure to complete thisprocess may result in the assignment of a letter grade of A throughF.

Dropping a ClassIt is the responsibility of the student to officially drop a class by

the deadline date.

Independent Study Policy and ProceduresBoard Policy 4228It is the policy of El Camino College to provide enhanced edu-

cational opportunities for students wishing to explore a subjectarea more fully by establishing an Independent Study program.Under the guidance of a supervising instructor qualified to teachin the specific subject area, students in Independent Study cours-es will complete projects that reflect scholarly or creative effortsof an advanced nature that go beyond the scope of a regularcourse.

Independent study projects must be approved by the supervis-ing instructor and will require the student to meet regularly withthe instructor. Academic standards applicable to IndependentStudy courses will be the same as those applied to other creditcourses.

1. To be eligible for Independent Study, a student must be ingood academic standing and 2. Have completed at least 12 degree-applicable units at El

Camino College with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and 3. Have demonstrated competence in the discipline in which the

Independent Study course is being attempted by completing atleast two courses in this discipline with a grade of B or higher, and 4. Be concurrently enrolled in at least one other course at El

Camino College. Procedures for implementing this policy will be developed by

the Superintendent/President in collegial consultation with theAcademic Senate.

Independent Study Administrative Procedures 42281. The supervising instructor will scrutinize proposed projects

for appropriate depth and rigor. Such projects might, for example,include a lengthy research study, an original production, or a com-prehensive exam. The supervising instructor will provide appro-priate orientation, guidance, and information regarding coursecontent materials and services and will document progress towardproject completion. Projects will be evaluated by the supervisinginstructor, and the basis for evaluation will be kept on file for atleast one semester. 2. Independent Study projects will normally be for one unit of

credit, with a maximum of three units per semester; one unit ofcredit will be granted for 60 hours of work devoted toward theproject. A student may earn a maximum of six units of Independ-ent Study at El Camino College. 3. To promote an individualized educational experience for each

student, an instructor will supervise a limited number of Inde-pendent Study students in one semester or session, as determinedby the terms of the Agreement between the District and the ECCFederation of Teachers in effect at that time. In accordance withthe Agreement, the Dean of the division in which the Independ-ent Study will be offered shall approve or disapprove each courseto be offered. 4. Academic standards applicable to Independent Study courses

will be the same as those applied to other credit courses. Inde-pendent Study courses will be accepted by the college towardcompletion of an associate degree and shall be eligible for transfercredit by an institution of the University of California or Califor-nia State University.

Credit by ExaminationBoard Policy 4235The El Camino Community College District is committed to

allowing students to receive credit for a specific course by demon-strating mastery of the subject matter and/or skills by credit byexam.Updated lists of courses eligible for credit by examination, as

determined by appropriate faculty, shall be kept in the academicand counseling division offices as well as the records office. Itshall be established that the knowledge, skills, and/or experiencesgained outside the regular college curriculum are compatible withthe course objectives for which credit is requested. Proficiency insubject matter or skills shall be assessed through examination,portfolio, or skills demonstration, and must be at the level expect-ed of students who have successfully completed the course at ElCamino College.The eligibility and fee requirements, along with the procedures

and restrictions for obtaining credit by examination, shall be onfile in the Administrative Procedures Handbook. These are avail-able in the College records office, counseling services, and all aca-demic division offices. They are also published in the College Cat-alog and Schedule of Classes.

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Credit by ExaminationAdministrative Procedures 2008

Eligibility Requirements1. Students must be registered and have completed 12 semester

units at El Camino College with a minimum grade point averageof 2.00 and be in good standing at the time the credit is granted.Students enrolling in or enrolled at El Camino College may beallowed to take the examination prior to completing 12 units; how-ever, credit will not be granted until 12 semester units have beencompleted.2. Students shall be allowed to petition to receive credit by

examination one time per course. Records staff will check a stu-dent’s permanent electronic record to ensure that the test has notbeen taken previously.3. Students may not petition for credit by examination for a

course in which they have previously enrolled and received agrade.4. Students may not petition for credit by examination for a

course in which they have been enrolled after the first two weeksof a semester, unless the dean and the appropriate faculty deter-mine otherwise. Students should check with the appropriate divi-sion office for its actual policies.5. Students must petition for credit by examination no later than

the middle of the term unless the dean and the appropriate facul-ty determine otherwise. Students should check with the appropri-ate division office for its actual policies.6. Only those courses listed in the catalog may be available to

students for credit by examination. In addition, the course mustbe on the division’s approved list of courses available for credit byexamination.7. Credit is not available for any course that is lower in a

sequence than a course for which credit has already been grant-ed, unless the dean and the appropriate faculty determine other-wise. Students should check with the appropriate division officefor its actual policies.8. The amount of credit permissible shall not exceed 15 semes-

ter units and not be more than 50% of the credit required for themajor subject field.FeesResident students will pay the same amount per unit as the cur-

rent enrollment fee. Non-resident students will pay this sameamount and the current appropriate non-resident tuition fee.These fees are non-refundable and payable at the Records Office.Students involved in the high school/ROC articulated programswould be exempted from paying this fee.Procedures1. Students requesting Credit by Examination will be referred to

the College Records Office.2. The Records Office will check the eligibility requirements.3. Resident students will pay the same amount per unit as the

current enrollment fee. Non-resident students will pay this sameamount and the current appropriate non-resident tuition fee.These fees are non-refundable and payable at the Records Office.Students involved in the high school/ROC articulated programswould be exempted from paying this fee.4. Students will take a completed petition form with the sup-

porting documentation to the appropriate academic division. Theacademic division dean or designee, in consort with appropriatefaculty, shall assess the qualifications of the student and approveor deny the petition. If approved, the academic division dean andfaculty will agree upon compensation in accordance with the sec-tion of the Agreement on Overload Pay (Article X, Section 7(c) inthe 2000-2003 Agreement).5. If the petition is approved, the appropriate faculty will deter-

mine the form and content of the examination. Subject mattermastery and/or skills proficiency, as stated in the objectives of thecourse outlines of record, will be established by written examina-

tion, portfolio, skills demonstration or combination thereof. Thedean or designee will notify the student to contact the appropriatefaculty member for the examination arrangements.6. The examination shall be graded and recorded only as cred-

it/no credit and the results shall be recorded on the petition formsent to the division office and then forward to the Records Office.Examinations will be kept on file in compliance with the currentpolicy for retention of exams.7. The Records Office shall record credit/no credit in the stu-

dent’s permanent electronic file. When all eligibility require-ments have been met, the Records Office shall record credit/nocredit for the course on the student’s official transcript. The peti-tion, with recorded results, shall be filed in the student’s folder.The Records Office shall notify the student of the results.RestrictionsUnits earned by examination are not to be considered a part of

the student’s subject load. Units shall not be used for reports toSelective Service, Social Security, Veterans Administration, orsimilar agencies and shall not be considered in verifying eligibili-ty for athletics or student government.

Courses Eligible for Credit by ExaminationBehavioral and Social Sciences DivisionNone

Business DivisionComputer Information Systems 13Fine Arts DivisionDance 1Music 3A, 8A, 11, 12, 13, 15A, 15B, 31A, 31B, 31C, 31D, 32abcdTheatre 1, 4Health Sciences and Athletics DivisionContemporary Health 1, 3First Aid 1Nursing 48ab, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 250, 251, 252,253, 254, 255,Physical Education 260Radiologic Technology A, 111, 123Respiratory Care 170, 172, 174, 176, 178, 280, 282, 284, 286

Humanities DivisionChinese 1, 2English 1AFrench 1, 2, 3, 4German 1, 2, 3Italian 1, 2Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4

Industry and Technology DivisionAdministration of Justice 15, 70, 100, 103, 107, 109, 111, 115, 126,130, 131, 133, 134, 135, 136, 140, 170Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 5, 6, 21, 22, 23, 25, 27, 32, 33,34Architecture 100, 104, 120abcd, 121abcd, 125abcd, 150A, 150B,158, 170, 172, 199abAutomotive Collision Repair/Painting 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A, 2B, 2C,3A, 4abcd, 5abcd, 6abcd, 20, 22, 24, 26Automotive Technology 1, 11, 14, 16, 21, 22A, 23, 24, 25, 31, 34,43, 81Computer Aided Design/Drafting 5, 10abcd, 28abcd, 31abcd,32abcd, 33abcd, 37abcd, 45, 47, 49Construction Technology 107abcd, 172, 180Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 110, 120,122, 124, 130, 191, 192Engineering Technology 10, 12, 14, 16, 18Fashion 4ab, 10ab, 11ab, 14, 15ab, 16ab, 20, 24abc, 26A, 26B, 27,28, 29ab, 31, 35, 41Fire and Emergency Technology 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14,

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19, 20, 140, 141Machine Tool Technology 2, 10A, 10B, 10J, 10K, 11abcd, 16ab,40, 46, 101abcd, 103abcd, 105abcd, 107abcdManufacturing Technology 2, 70, 75Nutrition and Foods 11, 15Technical Mathematics 1Welding 1, 2abc, 15ab, 21, 23abc, 27ab, 40abcd, 45ab

Mathematical Sciences DivisionNone

Natural Sciences DivisionNone

Acceptance of CreditCredits earned at other colleges which are accredited by one of

the regional accrediting agencies are customarily accepted fortransfer to El Camino College on receipt of an official transcript ofrecord.Students submitting transcripts from other colleges for the pur-

pose of receiving a degree or certificate from El Camino Collegemust submit an official college-to-college transcript. Transcriptsdelivered by students will not be considered for degree or certifi-cate purposes.Appropriate college level United States Armed Forces courses

also may be accepted for credit.

Credit for Military ServiceThe experience of the veteran will be reviewed and any appro-

priate credit granted. Once El Camino College reviews andawards credit, it will become part of the veteran’s permanentrecord. Credit will be awarded after completion of one semesterof attendance at El Camino College.A photostatted copy of the veteran’s separation document (form

DD 214) or discharge paper (including the side showing dates ofinduction and separation) must be on file. No credit is approvedfor the six-month Reserve program. Credit for military service isgiven according to length of service as follows:• 90 days to 1 year: Contemporary Health 1 (3 units); ElectiveCredit (2 units)

• 1-2 years: Contemporary Health 1 (3 units); Elective Credit 4 units)• 2 years or more: Contemporary Health 1 (3 units); Elective Cred-it (6 units)

Note: Veterans enrolling in Contemporary Health 1 will not bepaid educational benefits for this course.

Audit of CoursesEducation Code Section 76370 permits the Board of Trustees to

authorize a person to audit a community college course.A student may audit selected El Camino College courses with

these provisions:1. Priority in class enrollment shall be given to students desiring

to take the course for credit toward a degree or certificate.2. No student auditing a course shall be permitted to change his

or her enrollment in that course to receive credit for the course.Students will not be permitted to earn credit by examination foraudited courses.3. A student wishing to audit a class must first obtain a petition

to audit form in the Admissions Office. Registration for audit willoccur no sooner than the second week of classes.Fee for auditing a class shall be $15 per unit per semester (sub-

ject to change). Students enrolled in classes to receive credit for 10or more semester credit units shall not be charged a fee to auditthree or fewer semester units per semester. Fees are to be paidbefore auditing the course and fees are non-refundable. Classroomattendance of students auditing a course shall not be included incomputing the apportionment due to the District.

Concurrent Enrollment of K-12 StudentsBoard Policy 5060It is the policy of El Camino Community College District, sub-

ject to the relevant provisions of the California Education Codeand the fulfillment of all El Camino College policies and proce-dures, to admit as concurrently enrolled students qualified highschool students who have successfully completed the 10th gradeand are currently enrolled in the 11th or 12th grade.The Superintendent/President or designee shall develop proce-

dures for the consideration of highly gifted K-10th grade students.All high school students concurrently enrolled shall be exempt-

ed from the enrollment fee, Health Center Fee, and Representa-tion Fee.High school students would be required to pay all other

required fees as adopted by the District.

F-1 Visa ProcedureInternational Students

El Camino College is approved by the U.S. Citizenship andImmigration Services as an institution of higher learning for non-immigrant F-1 and M-1 visa students. Prospective students mayapply for admission from their homeland by requesting an appli-cation packet from the International Student Program office. Stu-dents attending another school in the United States on an F-1 visamay request a transfer to El Camino College by contacting ourInternational Student Program office. International Students areencouraged to visit the International Student Program website atwww.elcamino.edu/academics/is to download the application.

It is also possible for individuals whose B-type visas arestamped, “Prospective Student” (and certain other non-immigrantvisas), to file papers through the International Student ProgramOffice to attempt to change their status to F-1. The InternationalStudent Program office can provide prospective students withinformation regarding this procedure and the appropriate forms tofile.All international students who are attending El Camino College

for the first time must attend an orientation before enrolling inclasses. These orientations are scheduled just before the beginningof the fall and spring semesters. Therefore, new students shouldplan to begin their first semester at El Camino College in either thefall or spring. International students who fail to attend this orien-tation are subject to the loss of privileges.

International Student Application ProceduresApplication deadlines are generally the first of July for the fall

semester and the first of December for the spring semester. Apacket of information giving time lines and procedures for apply-ing to El Camino College is sent when a prospective studentrequests application materials. A non-refundable processing feemust be submitted along with the application and other necessarymaterials.Prospective students may request an application packet by writ-

ing to the International Student Program, El Camino College,16007 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA 90506 USA or by stoppingby the International Student Program office in Room 101 of theStudent Services Center. The application packet includes an offi-cial application, instructions for completing the application andsubmitting other materials, and other useful information. Fromthe Internet go to www.elcamino.edu/academics/is to downloadthe application.Before prospective international students can be considered for

admission, they must: complete the application form including arecent photo; provide an affidavit of financial support; enclose theprocessing fee; provide transcripts of college and secondary gradestranslated into English and bearing the school seal and signed by

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the registrar or other appropriate official; provide official TOEFLresults (133 - computer-based test; 450 - paper-based test; 45 -internet based test) or proficiency level from an accredited lan-guage school. Information regarding the TOEFL can be found atwww.ets.org.Information about the TOEFL and registration forms may be

obtained at American embassies and consulates, offices of the U.S.Information Service (USIS), U.S. educational commissions andfoundations, and U.S.-sponsored learning institutions. The ElCamino College code for the TOEFL is 4302. For students who were not able to achieve a satisfactory TOEFL

score or who want to improve English language skills, El CaminoCollege offers an intensive English program, the El Camino Lan-guage Academy (ECLA). The program is 14 weeks in the fall andspring semesters and eight weeks in the summer. Applications forthe academy are available at the International Student Programoffice or through the academy directly at www.uslanguageacade-my.com.After all application material is on file, it is reviewed to assure

that the applicant qualifies for admission to El Camino College.When accepted, applicants are mailed the Certificate of Eligibility(I-20) along with further information about orientation and priori-ty registration and helpful visa, travel and housing information.Prospective students are required to present the Certificate of Eli-gibility (I-20), proof of financial support, one photograph, a visaapplication form, and a receipt for the SEVIS I-901 fee to a U.S.Embassy or Consulate to apply for the F-1 Student Visa.Note: International students are not guaranteed admission to ElCamino College. Once capacity for the program for that term hasbeen reached, no further consideration will be granted. F-1 visa stu-dents who miss the published deadline may be denied admissions toEl Camino College.

English ProficiencyClasses are conducted in English, so it is necessary for the

prospective F-1 visa student to be reasonably proficient in reading,writing and speaking English. New students must demonstrateproficiency before being issued the I-20 by having official TOEFLscores, which are not more than two years old, sent to the Inter-national Student Program office. A minimum TOEFL score of 133CBT (computer-based test) or 450 PBT (paper-based test) or 45 IBT(internet based test) or completion of the equivalent level at anaccredited language program is required. Prospective studentsoutside the United States whose first language is English, or whocan demonstrate English proficiency, may ask to have the TOEFLwaived by contacting the El Camino College ISP desk.Students who have been attending a school in the United States

may also be able to provide an alternate proof of English proficien-cy. This is handled on a case-by-case basis by the InternationalStudent Program Coordinator.All new students will also take the ESL Placement Test to deter-

mine placement in ESL or English classes. Placement Testing ispart of the orientation schedule, but students who wish to take theplacement tests before orientation may do so by contacting theInternational Student Program office for testing information. Stu-dents who have scored above 600 on the TOEFL, or whose nativelanguage is English, will take the regular English Placement Test.

TranscriptsStudents applying for admission from outside the United States

should send translated copies of all high school and college workthey have completed. These transcripts should bear the originalschool seal and be signed by the registrar or an appropriate offi-cial of each college or secondary school attended.Students already attending school in the United States should

direct the Admissions Offices of any high schools, colleges or uni-versities in the United States which they are attending, or haveattended, to mail an official transcript directly to the Internation-

al Student Program at El Camino College. Transcripts from anyhigh schools, colleges, and technical or vocational schools attend-ed in the student’s native country, must also be sent to El CaminoCollege. Transcripts must be translated into English and must bearthe school seal and be signed by the registrar or appropriate schoolofficial.

HousingAlthough there are no dormitories available at El Camino Col-

lege, assistance with locating housing is available through theInternational Student Program Office. Information regardinghousing is part of the information packet sent to students whenthey are accepted to the college.

Estimating ExpensesAttending El Camino College for the first two years of instruc-

tion is an economical way to obtain a college education in theUnited States.Tuition, fees, and mandatory medical insurance at El Camino

College for the 2010-2011 school year are approximately $3,000for each 16-week semester or $6,000 for the academic year. Textbooks and supplies may range from $400 to $600 for each

semester. Room and board expenses vary depending upon thetype of housing chosen, but may be estimated for the 10-monthschool year at $10,000. An estimate of total expenses for the 10-month school year,

including tuition and fees, textbooks and supplies, room andboard and insurance, is $17,000. This does not include personalspending money.

Policies and ProceduresGrading and Academic Record SymbolsBoard Policy 4230

Semester Unit of CreditCollege work at El Camino College is measured in terms of

semester units. One unit of credit is awarded for approximately 54hours of lecture, study or laboratory work. The amount of creditawarded shall be adjusted in proportion to the number of hours oflecture, study or laboratory work.

Grades, Grade Points, and Grade Point AverageGrade points are numerical values which indicate the scholar-

ship level of letter grades. Grade point average equals total gradepoints divided by total units attempted for credit courses in whichletter grades have been assigned. Grade points are assignedaccording to the following scale:

A Excellent 4 points for each unitB Good 3 points for each unitC Satisfactory 2 points for each unitD Passing less than satisfactory

1 point for each unitF Failing 0 points for each unitP Pass (at least satisfactory - units awarded not

counted in grade point-average -See Note 1)

NP No Pass (less than satisfactory, or failing -units not counted in grade point average -See Note 1)

I Incomplete See Note 2IP In Progress. See Note 3W Withdrawal See Note 4MW Military

Withdrawal See Note 5Notes:

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1. Pass-No Pass (formerly CR/NC for Credit/No Credit)A certain number of courses are offered only on a P/NP basis

while some others are offered on a P/NP or letter grade optiondepending on which the student selects by the fourth week of a16-week class or 25% of a class. A student earning a P grade willreceive unit credit toward graduation if the course is degree-appli-cable. Unit credit earned in P/NP courses will not be consideredwhen calculating grade point average. Designation of P/NP oroption P/NP grading is included in the course description. Allgrades in credit courses except W and P/NP will be considered indetermining the grade point average. While NP and W grades arenot used in grade point determination, a student with an excessivenumber of withdrawals or NPs is subject to probation or dismissalregulations.

2. I-IncompleteA student may receive a notation of “I” (Incomplete) and a

default grade when a student did not complete his or her academ-ic work for unforeseeable, emergency, and justifiable reasons. TheIncomplete grade to be assigned by the instructor and designatedon the student’s transcript will be IB, IC, ID, or IF. Collectively,these grades will be referred to as an “I” grade. The written recordcontaining the conditions for removal of the “I” will be held for thestudent in the Records Office through the sixth week of the nextregular semester. If the student does not complete the requiredwork by the end of the sixth week, the “I” will automatically beremoved and the default grade will be assigned. Any extension ofthe time for completion of the required work must be approvedby the division dean. The student should petition for the extensionof time on a form provided by the Admissions Office.

3. IP-In ProgressThe “IP” symbol shall be used only in those courses which

extend beyond the normal end of an academic term. It indicatesthat work is “in progress,” but that assignment of an evaluativesymbol (grade) must await its completion. The “IP” symbol shallremain on the student’s permanent record in order to satisfyenrollment documentation. The appropriate evaluative symbol(grade) and unit credit shall be assigned and appear on the stu-dent’s permanent record for the term in which the course is com-pleted. The “IP” shall not be used in calculating grade point aver-ages. If a student enrolled in an “open-entry, open-exit” course isassigned an “IP” at the end of an attendance period and does notreenroll in that course during the subsequent attendance period,the appropriate faculty will assign an evaluative symbol (grade-Athrough F, P or NP) to be recorded on the student’s permanentrecord for the course.

4. W-WithdrawalIt is the student’s responsibility to process a withdrawal. A stu-

dent may also be dropped by the instructor if the student hasexcessive absences. Withdrawal from classes is authorizedthrough the 12th week of instruction in a 16 week class, or 75%of a class, whichever is less. If a student remains in class beyondthe published withdrawal date an evaluative symbol (grade-Athrough F, P or NP) or an “I” (Incomplete) shall be assigned. A stu-dent who must withdraw after the published withdrawal date dueto extenuating circumstances may petition for assignment of a“W.” Extenuating circumstances are verified cases of accidents, ill-nesses or other circumstances beyond the control of the student.No notation (“W” or other) shall be made on the academic

record of the student who withdraws prior to the close of thefourth week of a 16-week class, or 30% of a class, whichever isless. Any withdrawal occurring after the published No Notationdate shall be recorded as a “W” on the student’s record.The “W” shall not be used in calculating grade point averages,

but excessive “W’s” shall be used as factors in probation and dis-missal procedures.

5. MW-Military WithdrawalMilitary Withdrawal occurs when a student who is a member of

an active or reserve United States military service receives orderscompelling a withdrawal from courses. Upon verification of suchorders, the student may be assigned "MW.” Military withdrawalsshall not be counted in the limitation on excessive withdrawalsnor in progress probation and dismissal calculations.

Probation, Dismissal and ReadmissionBoard Policy 4250El Camino College has two types of probation: Academic Proba-

tion and Progress Probation. The purpose of probation is to encour-age a student having academic difficulties to seek appropriate guid-ance and support in formulating and achieving goals.

1. Placement on Academic ProbationA student who has attempted at least 12 semester units, as

shown by the academic record, will be placed on Academic Proba-tion when the grade point average for total units attempted at ElCamino College is less than 2.0.

2. Removal from Academic ProbationA student will be removed from Academic Probation when the

cumulative grade point average is 2.0 or higher in total unitsattempted at El Camino College.

3. Placement on Progress ProbationA student who has enrolled in 12 or more semester units as

shown by the official academic record will be placed on ProgressProbation if entries of “W,” “I,” “NC” and/or “NP” account for 50%or more of the total units attempted. Courses dropped prior to the“No Notation” deadline are not considered “units attempted” anddo not receive entries as “W” “I,” or “NC/NP.”

4. Removal from Progress ProbationA student will be removed from Progress Probation when the

percentage of entries of “W,” “I,” “NC” and/or “NP” drops below50% of the total units attempted.

5. Dismissal Because of Academic ProbationA student on Academic Probation will be dismissed if the student

earned a cumulative grade point average of less than 2.0 in all grad-ed credit units attempted in each of three consecutive semesters.However, if a student achieves a 2.0 or higher during the mostrecent regular (Fall, Spring) semester while on probation, the stu-dent will continue on probation, but will not be subject to dis-missal. Terms shorter than 16 weeks (i.e. Winter, Summer) will notbe considered a semester. A semester in which the student doesnot take any courses will not be counted as a semester.

6. Dismissal Because of Progress ProbationA student on Progress Probation will be dismissed if the percent-

age of units in which the student has been enrolled for whichentries of “W,” “I,” “NC and/or “NP” remains at or above 50% forthree consecutive semesters. Terms shorter than 16 weeks will notbe considered a semester. A semester in which the student doesnot take any courses will not be counted as a semester.

7. Appeal of Probation or DismissalA student who believes that there are extenuating circumstances

that warrant an exception to the probation and dismissal standardsset forth in this policy may submit a written appeal in compliancewith administrative procedures.

8. Readmission Following DismissalA student who has been dismissed may return after sitting out at

least one 16 week semester. A readmitted student will remain onprobation until the cumulative average is above 2.0 and/or the per-centage of “W,” “I,” and “NC/NP” entries is below 50%.

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Probation, Disqualification and DismissalAdministrative Procedure 4250

1. A student who is placed on Academic or Progress Probation orwho is dismissed from the college will be notified in writing andwill be informed of college support services available.2. A student who is on Academic or Progress Probation is limit-

ed to no more than 12 units in any semester of 16 weeks or more,and no more than 4 units in any session shorter than 16 weeks (i.e.winter or summer session).3. A student who is on Academic or Progress Probation or who

is returning to El Camino College after having been dismissed isadvised to see a counselor before registering for subsequent semes-ters.4. The student has the right to appeal dismissal.a. The student must file the written petition of appeal with the

Admissions Office within the time limit noted on the dismissal let-ter. If the student fails to file a written petition within the specifiedperiod, the student waives all future rights to appeal the dismissaland must sit out that semester.b. It is the student’s responsibility to indicate on the petition a

clear statement of the grounds on which continued enrollmentshould be granted and to provide evidence supporting the reasons.c. Petitions will be reviewed by the Reinstatement Committee.

The student will be notified of the Committee’s action in a timelymanner.d. The student may appeal the Committee’s decision in writing

to the Dean of Counseling within 21 days of the date of notifica-tion. The decision of the Dean of Counseling is final.5. A readmitted student will remain on probation until the cumu-

lative average is 2.0 or above and/or the percentage of “W,” “I,” and“NC/NP” entries are below 50%. A student who withdraws fromEl Camino College voluntarily while on probation will be readmit-ted in the same status that existed at the time of withdrawal.

Grade ChangeBoard Policy 4231When grades are given for any course of instruction taught in

the El Camino Community College District, the grade given toeach student shall be the grade determined by the instructor of thecourse, and the determination of the student’s grade by theinstructor, in the absence of mistake, fraud, bad faith, or incom-petency, shall be final.A student who alleges that a grade in a course was given as a

result of mistake, fraud, bad faith, or incompetency may appealthe grade within 18 months of the last day of the term in whichthe grade was given.Procedures for appeal have been developed by the

President/Superintendent or his designees in collegial consultationwith the Academic Senate.This policy supersedes the section of BP 4230 that deals with

grade change procedures.

Course Repetition Policy and ProceduresBoard Policy 4225Students may repeat a course in which they have received a

substandard grade (that is, D, F, or NC) only once. The new gradeand credit will be substituted for the prior grade and credit incomputing the grade point average (GPA) and the permanent aca-demic record will be annotated in such a manner that all workremains legible, insuring a true and complete academic history. In general, students are not permitted to repeat courses in which

they have earned a grade of A, B, C, or CR. Students who have received a W in a course are permitted to re-

enroll in that course two more times, for a total of three enroll-ments.

Specific exceptions to the above poli-cies are detailed in administrative pro-

cedures. This policy supersedes the section of BP 4230 (Grading and Aca-

demic Record Symbols) dealing with Course Repetition. Procedures for implementing the policy will be developed with

collegial consultation with the Academic Senate, as defined inCCR § 53200.

Course Repetition Administrative Procedure 4225Repetition of a Course for Which a Grade of D, F, NC, or NoPass was Earned:Students who have received a substandard grade (that is, D, F,

or NC or No Pass) will be allowed to repeat that course a maxi-mum of two times. Students will not be permitted to enroll for athird time except under extenuating circumstances or for “lapse oftime” and upon written permission of the division dean and/or thedirector or assistant director of Admissions and Records. Extenu-ating circumstances are verified cases of accidents, illnesses, orother circumstances beyond the control of the student. Upon completion of the repeated course, the previous grade and

credit will be disregarded and the new grade and credit will besubstituted in computing the grade point average (GPA). Note:Although the previous grade is disregarded in the computation ofthe GPA, it must remain permanently on the academic transcript.Students who have received a substandard grade who then suc-

cessfully complete an equivalent course at another accreditedinstitution may petition the Records Office to have the previousgrade and credit disregarded in computing their GPA and to havetheir academic record annotated. If the course is one with lowercase letters such as Chinese 11ab

or Journalism 11abcd and students repeat a course to alleviate asubstandard grade, they can petition the Records Office to havethe previous grade and credit disregarded in computing their GPAand to have their academic record annotated. Nothing in the policy and procedure on Course Repetition can

conflict with Education Code §76224 pertaining to the finality ofgrades assigned by instructors or with Title 5 or district proce-dures relating to the retention and destruction of records.

Repetition of a Course for Which a Grade of A, B, C, CR, orPass was Earned:Students who have received a grade of A, B, C, CR or Pass in a

course may repeat the course only under the circumstances listedbelow: 1. A student may repeat a course if, upon written petition to the

dean of the relevant division, the district determines that the stu-dent’s previous grade is, at least in part, the result of extenuatingcircumstances. Extenuating circumstances are verified cases ofaccidents, illnesses, or other circumstances beyond the control ofthe student. The new grade and credit will not be counted towardthe student’s total units or GPA.2. A student may repeat a course if, upon written petition to the

dean of the relevant division, the district determines that repeti-tion is appropriate to the student’s goals because of a significantlapse of time. The new grade and credit will not be countedtowards the student’s total units or GPA. 3. A student may repeat any number of times courses which are

necessary to meet a legally mandated training requirement as acondition of continued paid or volunteer employment. The districtmaintains a list of courses to which this procedure applies. Theresulting grades and credits will be counted towards the student’sGPA. 4. A student may repeat courses with lowercase letters (for

example, Chinese 21ab or Journalism 11abcd) up to the numberof letters (that is, Chinese 21ab may be taken a total of two timesand Journalism 11abcd a total of four times). No special permis-sion is required, and all credits and grades earned will be includ-ed in the student’s GPA.

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Withdrawal and Re-enrollment:A grade of W may count as a repetition for the purposes of this

policy. However, college policy allows a student to re-enroll in aspecific course in which the student has received a W only twomore times, for a total of three attempts. Any exception to this pol-icy requires the student to file a petition for excessive repeats.

Courses Designed for Students with Disabilities:The limitations detailed in this procedure do not apply to special

courses designed for students with disabilities. Such courses aredefined as being taught by an instructor with minimum qualifica-tions established by Title 5, § 53414, such as a master’s degree inrehabilitation counseling. However, when such students take reg-ular classes, they are subject to the same repetition limitations asother students.Additionally, procedures have been developed to ensure that

students are not permitted to enroll in courses for which they arenot eligible and to ensure that the college’s apportionment claimsare in compliance with the California Code of Regulations andTitle 5 § 58161 in this regard.

Limitation to Remedial CourseworkBoard Policy 4222It is the policy of El Camino College that a student shall not

receive credit for more than 30 units of remedial (pre-collegiatebasic skills) course work at El Camino College. This limitationdoes not apply to:1. A student enrolled in an English as a Second Language course2. A student identified as having a learning disabilityA student may be granted a waiver to the 30-unit limit upon

petition. Waivers will be granted only if the student shows meas-urable progress towards the development of skills necessary forsuccess in college-level courses.Procedures for implementing this policy will be developed by

the Superintendent/President in collegial consultation with theAcademic Senate.

Academic Renewal Policy and ProceduresBoard Policy 4240It is the policy of El Camino College to allow previously record-

ed substandard academic work to be disregarded if it is not reflec-tive of a student’s more recently demonstrated ability and if repe-tition is not appropriate to the current objectives of the student. Astudent may petition to have up to 24 semester units of substan-dard work (D, F or WF grade assigned) taken at El Camino Col-lege disregarded in determining the student’s grade point average.Procedures for implementing the policy will be developed with

collegial consultation with the Academic Senate, as defined inCCR Title 5, Section 53200.This policy supersedes the section of BP 4230 dealing with Aca-

demic Renewal.Academic Renewal Academic Procedure 4240A student may petition to have up to 24 semester units of sub-

standard work (D, F or WF grade assigned) taken at El CaminoCollege disregarded in the determination of the grade point aver-age (GPA), subject to limitations as follows: 1. The student must have earned a GPA of 2.25 or higher in the

last 30 units of graded work, or 2.5 or higher in the last 24 unitsof graded work, completed at any regionally-accredited college oruniversity. 2. At least two years must have passed since the end of a semes-

ter with a grade to be disregarded. 3. A student may be granted academic renewal at El Camino

College only once. 4. Units disregarded by other institutions shall be deducted

from the 24 semester units maximum of course work to be disre-

garded by El Camino College. 5. Course work with disregarded grades may not be used to

meet degree or certificate requirements. Academic renewal actions are irreversible. Students requesting Academic Renewal may obtain an Academ-

ic Renewal Petition in the Records Office. The student’s permanent academic record shall be annotated to

indicate all disregarded course work, but all grades shall remainlegible to ensure a true and complete academic history. If another accredited college has removed previous course work

from associate in arts or bachelor’s degrees consideration accord-ing to terms of that institution’s policy, such an action shall behonored by El Camino College. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that any institution or

program to which he or she is applying will accept AcademicRenewal from El Camino College. These procedures supersede the provisions of BP 4230 dealing

with Academic Renewal.

El Camino College Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesStudent rights and responsibilities are outlined in Board Policy

5506. This policy, which is accessible at offices throughout thecollege, states that students have rights and responsibilities as pro-vided for in law, including the State Education Code and the Title5 Matriculation regulations; Board policies, including the Academ-ic Honesty and Standards of Conduct; and health and safety con-siderations.

Discrimination/Sexual Harassment ComplaintsEl Camino College is committed to providing equal opportunity

in education and employment. The college affirms its policy toprovide fair and equitable treatment of students and employeesand to prohibit discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identi-fication, national origin, religion, age, sex (harassment), race,color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability,or retaliation.Students or employees with questions, concerns or complaints

of discrimination may contact and/or file an official complaintwith the offices or agencies listed below to initiate an El CaminoCollege discrimination investigation.It is the policy (Board Policy 1600) of the El Camino Commu-

nity College District to encourage full inclusion of people with dis-abilities in all programs and services. Accommodations and alter-native formats are available upon request by calling 310-660-3296.In compliance with Board Policy 1600, a screen-reader friend-

ly copy of this document may be found at www.elcamino.eduand/or a copy of this document in alternative formats is availableupon request by calling 310-660-3406.

Quejas de discriminación o acoso sexualEl Camino College está comprometido a brindar igualdad de

oportunidades de empleo y educación. Esta institución reitera supolítica de proveer un trato justo y equitativo a los estudiantes yempleados, y prohibir la discriminación basada un raza, color,descendencia, religión, sexo (incluyendo acoso sexual), origennacional (incluyendo limitaciones de idioma) edad, incapacidad(mental o fisica) incluyendo VIH y SIDA, condición médica(cáncer o características genéticas) estado civil, orientación sexual,estado de veterano, y negación de licencia o acomodación razon-able por maternidad. Los estudiantes y empleados con preguntas, dudas o quejas de

discriminación pueden comunicarse y/o presentar una queja ofi-cialmente en las oficinas o agencias que se nombran a contin-uación, para iniciar una investigación de discriminación por partede El Camino College.La pólitica de la Mesa Directiva del Distrito de El Camino Col-

lege (Regla 1600 de la Mesa Directiva) es promover inclusión com-pleta en todos los programas y servicios. Acomodación y serviciosalternativos están disponibles para estudiantes que los requieranllamando al 310-660-3296.De acuerdo con la Regla 1600 de la Mesa Directiva, una copia

de este documento, fácil de leer, está disponible enwww.elcamino.edu o se puede obtener una copia de este docu-mento llamando al 310-660-3406.Students/employees may file an official complaint with the

appropriate offices or agencies to initiate an El Camino Collegediscrimination investigation:q El Camino College Equal Employment Officer-

Administration Building, Rooom 210,310-660-3593 x3813 (Students/Employees)

q California Community Colleges System OfficeAttention: Legal Affairs Division1102 Q Street, Sacramento, CA 95814-6511(Students/Employees)

q U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights,Old Federal Building 50 United Nations Plaza,Room 239, San Francisco, CA 94102 (Students)

q California Department of Fair Employment and Housing,611 W. Sixth Street, Suite 1600, Los Angeles,CA 90017-3116 (Students/Employees)

q U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission,255 E. Temple Street, 4th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012(Students/Employees)

Sexual Harassment PolicyIt is the policy of the El Camino Community College District to

provide an educational, employment, and business environmentfree of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors,and other verbal or physical conduct or communications constitut-ing sexual harassment as defined and otherwise prohibited bystate and federal statutes. Within the El Camino Community Col-lege District, sexual harassment is prohibited regardless of the sta-tus and/or relationships the affected parties may have.Sexual harassment violates the policy of the District and provi-

sions of the California Fair Employment Act, Education Code andfederal rules, regulations and laws, prohibiting sexual harassment.Sexual harassment complaint forms are available in the Office

of the Director of Staff and Student Diversity.Sexual harassment shall be immediately reported to the Dis-

trict’s Title IX Coordinator, Director of Staff and Student Diversi-ty or designee, or to any dean, director, or manager for immedi-ate reporting to the District’s Director of Staff and Student Diver-sity or designee.

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Student Services Bookstore ServicesThe El Camino College Bookstore is located on the north side of

campus, adjacent to the staff parking lot off the Manhattan BeachBoulevard entrance at Lemoli Street. The bookstore is owned andoperated by El Camino College. Regular hours are 7:30 a.m. to 7:00p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Fri-day.Textbooks can be returned for a full refund during the first week

of the fall and spring semesters. Textbooks purchased for winterand summer sessions can be returned the first three days of the ses-sions for a full refund. Textbooks must be in the original conditionand a student must have his/her register receipt for a full refund.Contact the Bookstore for further refund information.The Bookstore buys books back on a daily basis. The best time

to sell your books is during the last week of a semester or session.The Bookstore will pay up to 50% of the original cost on textbooksthat are being used for the next term.Textbooks may be purchased online at www.elcamino.edu.

Click on the Bookstore and order textbooks for home delivery orin-store pickup.Proceeds from the Bookstore are used to support the Auxiliary

Services Fund and site improvement projects on campus.

Cashier’s OfficeThe Cashier’s Office is located on the main floor of the Adminis-

tration Building and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mondaythrough Thursday and from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Friday. Stu-dents may pay fees, make class changes, obtain class printouts, pur-chase parking permits and the Associated Student Body activitysticker. Students may purchase discounted theater and amusementpark tickets at the Ticket Office, located at the Marsee Auditorium.

Counseling ServicesCounseling services are made available to students through

scheduled appointments. Appointments to meet with a counselormust be made one week in advance through the Counseling Serv-ices Center. A student who has selected a major field of study isstrongly encouraged to see one of the counselors assigned to thatfield; an undeclared or undecided student may see any counselor.As an integral part of the matriculation program, counseling

services are particularly intended to assist students in clarifyingcareer and life goals and in developing an appropriate course ofstudy based on a student’s goals, aptitudes and interests.Express Counseling is usually available Monday, Tuesday,

Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9:00a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for students who have questions which do notrequire transcript review. The Express Counseling schedule is

subject to change based on counselor availability. Please call 310-660-3458 for the Express Counseling daily schedule.

Career Center ServicesCareer Center services are offered Monday through Thursday

from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Career Center is located in theCounseling Division on the first floor of the Student Services Cen-ter. Opportunities for extensive exploration and evaluation of inter-ests, aptitudes, skills, and other characteristics related to vocation-al and pre-professional planning and job success are available. Appointments for career exploration assessments and counseling

are available to current students and alumni. Career fairs, tours,workshops, and career orientations are scheduled throughout theyear.The Career Center has information, including books, Internet

career resources, career pamphlets, video cassettes, occupationalfiles, and a computerized career information system, describingthousands of jobs and providing information on local, state, andnational job markets. Career and job search booklets are also available in the Career

Center. For more information, please call 310-660-3593, extension6137.

CalWORKs/TANF ServicesThe CalWORKs Program offers a wide array of services to par-

ents who are receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families(TANF) and those in transition from welfare to long-term self-suf-ficiency. Services include a) Interim Child Care Assistance for stu-dents not yet eligible and/or other temporary issues which preventthem from being eligible for county, b) On-Site GAIN SocialWorkers from Regions I and V that assist with county related mat-ters, c) Career Counseling to assist students with choosing a careerthat fits personal interests and abilities, d) Academic Advisementand Assistance where educational plans are developed for stu-dents on an individual basis, and e) Work Activity and Job Place-ment Assistance which assists students with their required 32hour per week compliance.The office is located in the Student Services Center building,

Room SS205B. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Fri-day – closed. Students can be seen by appointment or during drop-in hours. For more information, please contact the CalWORKsoffice at 310-660-6057.

Child Development CenterThe El Camino College Child Development Center is located

across Redondo Beach Boulevard from campus in a fully-equipped million dollar facility with licensed and credentialedteachers and staff. The Center is accredited by the National Asso-ciation for the Education of Young Children.The Center offers two programs. Both are open to the public as

well as to students, staff, faculty, and their families. The ChildDevelopment Center provides these services:q A fee-based day program for children ages 2 years old

(toilet trained) through 5 years old. Hours for these servicesare 6:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

q State Funded Pre-School: A free program for children ages3-4 by December 2. Enrollment is based on family income. The program operates two sessions, Monday throughFriday, 8:00 a.m. to 11:59 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. to 4:29 p.m.A child may only be enrolled in one of these sessions.Call the Center for eligibility information.

Application packets are available in the Child DevelopmentCenter. For information, call 310-660-3720. A grant program isavailable for qualifying student parents.

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Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOP&S)


Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOP&S)The EOP&S/CARE programs provide students with support

services in the areas of counseling, transfer, tutorial, and finan-cial services. A supplemental CARE program is offered to singleparents receiving CalWORKs benefits. Eligible students mustmeet the BOGW income level and have an educational need. Theprogram offers priority registration, counseling, progress monitor-ing, transfer fee waivers, grants, emergency loans, and bookvouchers. In addition, CARE students are eligible for meal tick-ets, child care assistance, and auto repairs.EOP&S peer advisors assist students with understanding college

life as it relates to their personal, financial and academic issues.Tutorial services offer a computer lab for eligible students andtutor assistance on a variety of academic subject areas.EOP&S/CARE is located in the Student Services Center, Rooms

202, 203, and 204. For information, call 310-660-3466.

Student Job Placement Center (SJPC)The Student Job Placement Center is located in the Student

Services Center, Room 204, and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday through Thursday and closed on Friday. The web-site address is www.elcamino.edu/studentservices/sjpc. SJPC pro-vides current students and alumni who have completed a mini-mum of 15 units at El Camino College opportunities to find part-time and full-time jobs, as well as seasonal, summer and tempo-rary employment, including internships. A comprehensive jobboard and a computer lab allow students to search for jobs in thelocal area. The computer lab may also be used to explore onlinejob search engines, fill out online employment applications, andwrite a resume and/or cover letter.SJPC also assists students in writing resumes and cover letters

as well as preparing for interviews. Resume workshops and mockinterview appointments can be made with the advisor. For infor-mation, call 310-660-3453. SJPC will also fax resumes to employ-ers, if needed. In addition, students may use a phone for employ-er contact, if needed. Several job and internship fairs are heldeach semester. Individual employers also come to the campus torecruit on a regular basis.

Learning Resources Center (LRC)The LRC offers academic support services and resources – tutor-

ing, instructional software and media materials, individualizedinstruction in basic reading and math, and open-access computerlabs – at no cost to all El Camino College students. All LRC servic-es located in the library are open during Library service hours. Foradditional information, visit http://www.elcamino.edu/library/ lrcor call 310-660-3511.The Learning Resources Center is dedicated to helping students,

faculty, and staff of El Camino College achieve their academicgoals. The LRC offers programs to enhance teaching and learningthrough the use of audio-visual materials, computer assistedinstruction, and tutorial services which are located in the follow-ing areas:The LMTC Computer Commons (Library – East Wing, base-

ment) is El Camino College’s central computer facility that pro-vides all students and disciplines with a general use drop-in com-puter lab. The Computer Commons uses fully networked Win-dows-based computers where students have access to a variety ofresources including color and laser printing, scanning, adaptiveaccess tools and Internet access on over 160 computers. Softwareincludes word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation,and graphics programs. Specialized applications support academ-ic programs including business, computer science, fine arts, healthsciences, nursing, English, ESL, and foreign languages.The Basic Skills Study Center (Library – North Wing, upper

level) provides individualized computer-assisted instruction in

basic reading and basic math. Students may register for Academ-ic Strategies 1abcd (AS 1abcd) or participate in a non-credit drop-in study program. Entering students will be given a diagnosticplacement test and a personal plan of study. Both AcademicStrategies and drop-in students will be provided with access tovarious software tutorial applications.The LRC Tutorial Program (Library – West Wing, upper level)

offers free drop-in tutoring for over 40 subjects including, but notlimited to, English, ESL, mathematics, chemistry, economics,business, biology, music, and foreign languages. All tutoring,whether located in the LRC or in satellite locations around the col-lege, is provided by highly trained, nationally certified tutors. Thecurrent tutoring schedule is posted in the Learning Center and atthe following site: http://www.elcamino.edu/Library/lrc/tutoring.The Learning Center (Library - West Wing, upper level) hous-

es an extensive media-materials collection that supplementsinstruction in many academic disciplines. The media-materialscollection includes audio and video tapes, rock samples, disartic-ulated skeletons, human anatomy models, maps, text materials,art, and much more. Equipment is also available for viewingvideos.

LibraryThe Schauerman Library is an excellent facility with more than

120,000 volumes and hundreds of newspapers and periodicals,making it the research center of campus.During the fall and spring semesters, the library is open from

8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. on Friday and from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday.The winter and summer session hours vary (please call the libraryfor these hours). The library is closed when classes are not in ses-sion.Materials are grouped throughout the facilities for easy use in

Reference and Reserve/Periodical Rooms as well as in the generalcollection book stacks. Open stacks are maintained to give stu-dents direct access to all books. The Reserve Room contains mate-rial required for some supplementary assignments and a collectionof textbooks.The Reference and Periodical Rooms provide materials for

research. Computers are available to support library research viaonline databases and Web access. Online book catalogs are locat-ed throughout the library. The Library Media Technology Center,located in the East Wing basement, provides computers for wordprocessing, scanning, and Web access.A fine of 25 cents a day is charged for overdue circulating books,

with a maximum of $5 for hardcover and $3 for paperback. Athree-day grace period is allowed at the end of each semester. Lostbooks are charged at the rate of the cost of the book plus $10 pro-cessing fee. The facility uses the Library of Congress classification system.The library lobby is frequently used as an adjunct art gallery,

displaying works by area artists.

Special Resource CenterThe mission of the El Camino College Special Resource Center

(SRC) is to facilitate academic success for students with disabilitiesby providing equal access to educational opportunities in an inte-grated campus setting.Students with disabilities are an integral and vital part of the El

Camino College community. The SRC provides support services,adaptive equipment, computer technology, and specializedinstruction to serve students with verified disabilities. The SRCprovides accommodations for both academic and extracurricularcollege activities. The SRC’s primary goal is to provide accommo-dations necessary to assist students with achieving their educa-tional and vocational goals while promoting self-advocacy andindependent learning. The SRC Office promotes shared responsi-

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bility with the student, instructor, and college staff for studentsuccess. The assistance provided by the SRC is in addition to serv-ices and instruction otherwise available to all students.In order to be eligible for support services, equipment, or

instruction, a student must have verification of his/her disability.Support services are provided on an individual basis as agreed

during consultation with a counselor or specialist. Services mayinclude: registration assistance; educational development courses,academic or vocational counseling; educational and diagnosticassessment; American Sign Language and oral interpreting; Brailletranscribing; alternate format materials; student skill assistance;testing accommodations; or equipment loans. Support servicesare directly related to the educational limitations of the verifieddisabilities of the students to be served. Support services promotethe maximum independence, integration, and participation of stu-dents with disabilities in the educational process and activitiesconsistent with the mission of El Camino College. (Please refer toECC Board Policy 1600).Special classes are available with curriculum designed to pro-

vide specialized instruction for various types of disabilities andlearning styles. These special classes are listed under Education-al Development in the catalog. The Adapted Physical EducationProgram (APE Program) is available for students who may bene-fit from physical education offerings with adaptation and person-alized instruction. These activity courses are listed within thePhysical Education section of the catalog and schedule of classes.All students seeking admission to El Camino College must meet

these levels of independence:q The ability to negotiate the campus facilities independent-

ly or with the assistance of their own attendant;q The ability to take care of personal needs (feeding, toilet-

ing) unassisted or to provide one’s own attendant care;and

q The possession of a stable level of health to benefit froma full semester’s work.

The SRC does not provide assistants for personal use.The Special Resource Center is located on the east side of the

Student Services Center. Please visit or contact us.q Telephone: 310-660-3295; 310-660-3445 TTYq Website: www.elcamino.edu/academics/src

Student Health ServicesStudent Health Services is located on the south side of campus,

adjacent to the swimming pool. Walk-in hours are Monday, 8:30a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Wednesday,8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 3:00p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. HIV Clin-ic hours are on Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.The Health Center is staffed by nurse practitioners, registered

nurses, physicians, clinical psychologists, and chiropractors. Stu-dents are seen on a walk-in basis or may be scheduled for anappointment with physicians, psychologists, nurse practitioners,or chiropractors.Some of the free services provided are general medical care and

treatment, first aid, family planning, and health education. Shortterm psychological counseling on an individual basis by psychol-ogists is free of charge. Lab services such as Pap smears, bloodtests, or pregnancy tests are available at low cost.Workshops on health-related issues such as stress management,

test anxiety, assertiveness training, improving communicationskills and anger management are also offered through StudentHealth Services.Health services are provided for students 18 years of age or

older who pay the mandatory health fee. High school studentspermitted to attend the college on a concurrent enrollment basisare not eligible for health services. College students under 18years of age subject to other admissions criteria must pay the

health fee and submit a parental or guardian consent form toreceive health services.

Student Services CenterThe Student Services Center building includes Admissions and

Records, Counseling Services, Transfer and Career Services, andthe Special Resource Center on the first floor. The Financial AidOffice, CalWORKs/Care, Career Placement Services, EOP&S,First Year Experience, and the Assessment/Testing Center are onthe second floor. The Information Desk in the foyer, staffed dur-ing most hours the building is open, has a variety of informationavailable including campus maps and brochures and other infor-mation on courses, special events, and campus activities. Buildinghours are normally from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday, Tues-day, Thursday and 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. TheInformation Desk is also open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday.

Assessment/Testing CenterThe Assessment/Testing Center is located in Room 217, on the

second floor of the Student Services Center building. English, ESLand Mathematics Placement Testing is computerized and avail-able on a drop-in basis according to posted hours. Placement intoclasses is based upon test scores and other multiple measures.In addition to English, ESL, and Mathematics Placement Tests,

the Assessment/Testing Center also administers the followingexams: Ability-to-Benefit, Chemistry Placement, ContemporaryHealth, DRP, and Mathematics Competency. Contact the Assess-ment/Testing Center for further information or refer to the ElCamino College Assessment/Testing Web page atwww.elcamino.edu/studentservices/co/assessmenttesting.asp.

Transfer Center ServicesTransfer services are offered Monday through Thursday from

9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Counseling Services Center on thefirst floor of the Student Services Center building. The TransferCenter offers a wide range of activities designed to assist studentsin transferring successfully to the four-year college or universityof their choice.Among the transfer services offered are professional transfer

counseling and advisement, regularly scheduled visits by recruit-ing and admissions officers from four-year colleges and universi-ties, and workshops on major steps in the transfer process. Otherservices offered include university fairs on the El Camino Collegecampus and frequent field trips to an array of major universities.A calendar of Transfer Center activities is published monthly andis widely distributed. A transfer guide is published each semester.Also, information about public and private colleges and universi-ties is available through the Transfer Center. Visit us online athttp://www. elcamino.edu. Go to Counseling Services for links tohelp you: Choose and apply to universities online, take virtualcampus tours, explore majors, and much more.

Veterans ServicesThe Veterans Administration pays education benefits to veterans,

service persons, those in the National Guard or active reserves, andeligible dependents and survivors of totally disabled or deceasedveterans under a number of benefit programs. Students eligible forthese benefits must apply for them each semester through the ElCamino College Veterans Office located in the Admissions Office(Student Service Center Room 101), telephone number 310-660-3486. With a counselor approved educational plan, the El CaminoCollege Veterans Office certifies courses required for a certificateprogram, the associate degree, and for transferable four-yeardegrees on behalf of the Veterans Administration.Students collecting V.A. educational benefits must achieve sat-

isfactory progress. If the student falls below graduation standards

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(2.0 GPA) or is on progress probation for two consecutive semes-ters, El Camino College is required to notify the V.A. The V.A.will terminate benefits unless it can be shown that the student ispursuing an appropriate objective and has a reasonable chance forsuccess in the chosen program.Veterans with service disabilities may be eligible for a special

vocational rehabilitation program offered by the Veteran’s Admin-istration. Contact the local V.A. office for more information at 1-800-827-1000.The California Department of Veterans Affairs provides a

tuition waiver program to eligible dependents and survivors ofdisabled and deceased veterans. Applications are available in theEl Camino College Veterans Office, by calling 213-744-4825, or atwww.cdv.ca.gov.Because timely receipt of benefit checks cannot be assured by

the V.A., especially at the beginning of each semester, studentsshould not depend on them for their beginning of the semesterexpenses. It is also the responsibility of the student to notify theEl Camino College Veterans Office of any change in unit load dur-ing the semester.In most cases, eligibility for benefits expires 10 years after last

discharge or release from active duty. For more information, callthe Veteran’s Administration toll free information line at 1-800-827-1000, the Education Service line at 1-888-442-4551, or go towww.gibill.va.gov.

Writing CenterThe Writing Center, located in Humanities 122, serves all El

Camino College students who need assistance with writing andreading. The Center offers either one-on-one conferences withhighly qualified tutors, all of whom have a bachelor’s or master’sdegree, or computer-assisted instruction on Microsoft Word, Inter-net access, and the use of composition, editing, or reading soft-ware. In addition, the Center offers weekly workshops on gram-mar, documentation, and specialized writing tasks such as coverletters and resumes.To receive services, students must bring their El Camino Col-

lege identification card, a disk or flash drive if they intend to savetheir work, and a writing assignment from class if they intend torequest a writing conference.All services are drop in; no appointment is necessary. A refer-

ral from an instructor or counselor is desirable. Writing Centerhours are 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 8:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday. The Center phone number is 310-660-3873. Please visit the Center’s website for more information:www.elcamino.edu/academics/humanities/writingcenter/index.asp.

Student DevelopmentThe El Camino College Activities Center serves as headquarters

for all student organizations.The center, usually open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mondays

through Fridays, offers a social atmosphere where students maymeet and mingle or study between classes. The building is head-quarters for Associated Students, the Student Senate, Inter-ClubCouncil, Alpha Gamma Sigma, and all related activities.Everyone who is registered at El Camino College is a member

of the Associated Students. Officers of the organization are elect-ed each year. Associated Students sponsors programs and servic-es to benefit the entire student body.

Student SenateEach of the college’s academic divisions is represented on the

Student Senate by two elected students. The Senate is concernedwith the total student body and acts as a point of communicationbetween the academic divisions and students.

The Director of Student Development is assisted by a profes-sional staff which works with the membership to sponsor suchactivities as workshops, lectures, and social events.Overall leadership of the Senate is provided by the Associated

Student President and three Directors. The President, the Directorof Finance, the Director of Academic Affairs, and the Director ofStudent Services are elected at large in the spring.

Student RepresentativeA student is elected each spring to represent the students for one

year on the Board of Trustees of the El Camino Community Col-lege District. The representative participates fully with the Boardexcept in matters of personnel or pending litigation.

Inter-Club CouncilThe Inter-Club Council is comprised of representatives from

campus clubs and sponsors activities including homecoming, thesemi-annual blood drive, a holiday party for children, and theinternational food fair. There are a variety of clubs available forstudents to join including honorary, service, cultural, performingarts, and special interest organizations. Information on forming aclub or joining one is available in the Office of Student Develop-ment.

Alpha Gamma SigmaAlpha Gamma Sigma, the Honor and Scholarship Society at El

Camino College, was founded to help promote, maintain and rec-ognize scholastic achievement and community service among stu-dents. Because AGS also is a student club and one of the largestorganizations on campus, it attracts many students, of all majors,pursuing academic excellence. In addition to supporting the aca-demic endeavors of its members through study groups, tutorialsand scholarship opportunities, the club also offers ways to gainleadership positions, participate in community service, and meetothers with similar academic interests. For information on joiningAGS and to obtain an application, contact the Student Develop-ment Office.

Financial AidEl Camino College offers a variety of financial aid programs to

help students with education-related expenses. These includegrants, employment (Federal Work-Study), scholarships, andloans.Detailed information, application forms, and professional finan-

cial aid advising are available in the Financial Aid Office in Room215 of the Student Services Center. Application Workshops areavailable to assist students with Financial Aid applications. Callor visit the Financial Aid Office for workshop schedules.To qualify for financial aid and maintain eligibility for the pro-

grams, federal and state regulations indicate that you must:q Apply for financial aid using the Free Application

for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the renewal FAFSA,or online at www.FAFSA.ed.gov;

q Be a United States citizen, permanent resident, oreligible non-citizen;

q Be a high school graduate or have completed theGED or passed an independently administered test thatis approved by the Secretary of the Department ofEducation (Ability to Benefit or ATB);

q Be enrolled in good standing;q Maintain Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress;q Demonstrate financial need;

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q Be registered with Selective Service if you are a malebetween 18 and 25 years old and not a current member of the active armed forces;

q Not be in default on any educational loan and not owea refund on a grant received for attendance at anypost-secondary institution.

Federal Refund RequirementsStudents who withdraw from all classes prior to completing

60% of the semester will have their financial aid eligibility recal-culated. Based on the percentage of the semester completed, stu-dents will be required to repay any unearned financial aid theyreceived.At El Camino College, a student’s withdrawal date is:1) the date the student officially notified the Admissions Office

of his or her intent to withdraw, or2) the midpoint of the semester for a student who leaves with-

out notifying the college, or3) the student’s last date of attendance at a documented academ-

ically-related activity.

Cal Grant BCal Grant B awards range from $776 to $1,551 at community

colleges. This grant provides subsistence payments for enteringfreshmen with no more than one semester full-time or 16 units ofpart-time coursework completed. The funds may be appliedtoward living expenses, books, supplies, and transportation.

Cal Grant B Entitlement AwardThis award is for graduating high school students and students

who graduated high school during the previous year who have atleast a 2.0 grade point average. Students in this category must alsofall within certain family income and asset ceilings. Studentsmust apply within a year of graduating and meet the March 2deadline for filing the FAFSA and GPA Verification Form.

Cal Grant C InformationCal Grant C awards assist students in occupational career train-

ing programs with paying tuition costs for students enrolled atcommunity colleges. Selection is based on GPA, education andemployment history, vocational aptitude, and financial need.Course length must be at least four months. Cal Grant C is notfor students pursuing a four-year college degree.

California Chafee GrantsThe California Chafee Grant Program awards up to $5,000 a

year for vocational and technical training or college for current orformer foster youth. To apply, you must complete the Free Appli-cation for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the California ChafeeGrant application, which is available online at www.chafee.csac.ca.gov.

Child Development GrantThe Child Development Grant Program is designed to encour-

age students to enter the field of child care and development in alicensed children’s center. Students must be enrolled at least halftime in coursework leading to a Child Development Permit. Eli-gible students may receive up to $1,000 per year.

Federal Pell GrantThe Federal Pell Grant is a federally funded program that assists

students in paying for their education after high school. The Fed-eral Pell Grant awards for full-time students range from $400 to$4,731 a year. Federal Pell Grant awards are available only to stu-dents who have not received a bachelor’s degree.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity GrantThe Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant is a

federal program designed to supplement other sources of financialaid for students with exceptional need who are eligible for a Fed-eral Pell Grant. FSEOG awards range from $100 to $600 per year,depending on need and availability of funds.

Academic Competitiveness GrantThe Academic Competitiveness Grant award is for students

who graduated from high school after January, 2005. Studentsmust have completed rigorous high school academic courses.Academic Competitiveness Grant awards range from $750 to$1,300 a year.

Aid for Native AmericansNative American students are entitled to receive educational

assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Applications for BIAgrants and vocational assistance are available from U.S. Bureau ofIndian Affairs regional offices or by writing the Bureau’s Office ofIndian Education, 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA 95825.

Federal Work StudyStudents may earn $8.00 an hour, or more depending upon job

assignment. Students may work 20 hours a week while school isin session and up to 40 hours a week during break periods. Fund-ing is based on financial need and available funds.

Federal Parents Loan ForUndergraduate Students (PLUS)PLUS loans provide funds to qualified parents of dependent stu-

dents. The interest rate is variable and is adjusted annually by July1. As with the Stafford Student Loan Program, these loans aremade by banks, savings and loan associations and credit unions.Parents who do not have an adverse credit history may borrow

from the PLUS program up to the total cost of the student’s edu-cation, minus aid received by the student.

Federal Stafford LoansFederal Stafford Loans are available through participating banks

and other lenders. The maximum loan amount is $3,500 for first-year students and $4,500 for second-year students. The interestrate is variable. No repayment is required when the student is inschool or during grace and deferment periods. Repayment beginssix months after graduation or when the student ceases to beenrolled at least half-time.Middle and higher income students may borrow for education

costs in the Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan Program. Stu-dents may borrow within the loan limits and at the same interestrates as the regular Stafford Loan Program. Students may also bor-row both a subsidized and unsubsidized Stafford loan, but thetotal may not exceed Stafford loan limits.With the exception of demonstrating financial need, borrowers

must meet all eligibility criteria of the regular Stafford Loan Pro-gram. Interest payments must begin immediately after the loan isfully disbursed or may be added to the principal balance. Regularrepayment begins six months after the borrower graduates orceases to be enrolled at least half-time.

Scholarships


Board of Governors Enrollment Fee Waiver - SpecialClassificationsStudents who are recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor

or dependents of an honoree, dependents of victims of the Septem-ber 11, 2001 terrorist attack, or dependents of deceased lawenforcement/fire suppression persons killed in the line of duty areeligible for a Special Classification fee waiver. Students with certi-fication from the California Department of Veterans Affairs or theNational Guard Adjutant General are also eligible for a waiver.

Board of Governors Enrollment Fee Waiver - Method AFor this waiver, students must be receiving TANF, SSI, or Gen-

eral Assistance and be legal residents of California. The BOGWapplication must be completed and a copy of a current monthlycheck or Untaxed Income Verification form must be submitted.Students are awarded up to $26 a unit per semester, based onenrollment status. This is not a cash award to students but is sim-ply a waiver of enrollment fees. Eligible students are not requiredto pay health fees.

Board of Governors Enrollment Fee Waiver - Method BFor this waiver, students must meet low income criteria and be

legal residents of California. The BOGW application must be com-pleted and a copy of the 2009 IRS 1040 Income Tax Return mustbe submitted. Students are awarded up to $26 per unit per semes-ter, based on enrollment. This is not a cash award to students, butis simply a waiver of enrollment fees.

Income Criteria Chart - 2010-2011 Academic Year

Number in Household Family Income 2009(Including Student) (Adjusted Gross Income or

Untaxed Income)1 $15,600 or less2 $21,000 or less3 $26,400 or less4 $31,800 or less5 $37,200 or less6 $42,600 or less7 $48,000 or less8 $53,400 or less+ Add $5,400 for each

additional dependent.You will be asked to provide documentation of income.

Board of Governors Enrollment Fee Waiver - Method CFor this waiver, students must demonstrate financial need and

be legal residents of California. Eligibility is based on the complet-ed FAFSA. Students are awarded $26 a unit per semester based onenrollment status. This is not a cash award to students, but is sim-ply a waiver of enrollment fees.This information is subject to change pending new regulations.

Please check with the Financial Aid Office for any changes in eli-gibility.

Board of Governors Enrollment Fee Waiver - OnlineApplicationStudents may complete and submit the Online Application at

www.cccapply.org when it becomes available. An estimated feewaiver will be awarded based on the information provided on theapplication. Students must bring in additional documenta-tion to the Financial Aid Office. The award will remain in esti-mated status and the enrollment fee will not be waived until thestudent submits all required documentation.

ScholarshipsValuable scholarships are available to El Camino College stu-

dents as a result of the many community patrons and organiza-tions which have established awards as a way to express confi-dence in the college and in its students. Funds associated withthese scholarship awards allow students to continue their educa-tional objectives at El Camino College as well as to transfer toother institutions. In addition to the scholarships listed below, theEl Camino College Foundation has a scholarship program. Pleasesee page 2 of this catalog for more information.The El Camino College Scholarship online application opens

during the middle of the fall semester and closes at the beginningof the spring semester. During the open period, a student mayapply at http://portal.elcamino.edu and click the link titled “Schol-arship Application.” A simple five-step guide for students is pro-vided on the application homepage. A minimum of six gradedunits, a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, and one letter of rec-ommendation are required to qualify for this program. Furtherquestions may be addressed by calling 310-660-6541 or by visitingthe Scholarship Office located in Administration 119.The college scholarship program gratefully acknowledges the

continuing support of the following individuals, groups andmemorial scholarship endowments:q Alpha Gamma Sigma Matt Cook Scholarship q Alpha Gamma Sigma Ed Martinezq Alpha Gamma Sigma Dave Schlesingerq American Association of University Women -

Manhattan Beach Branchq Robert H. Anderson Memorial Scholarshipq Art Department Scholarshipq Associated Students Scholarshipq Howard M. Banks Scholarshipq Margaret Brandt Nursing Scholarshipq Clarence Brown Memorial Scholarshipq Grace Elizabeth Karman Brown Scholarshipq California Association of Realtorsq Paula Carabelli Scholarshipq Mary Ann Collins Art Scholarshipq Corona Del Camino Scholarshipq Datatel Scholars Foundationq Dollars for Scholarsq Frank Ego Memorial Scholarshipq El Camino College Alumniq Henny & Rudolf Engelbarts Memorial Scholarshipq Lara Escobar Memorial Fundq Stephen Fainsbert Real Estate Memorial Scholarshipq Frank Fowler Memorial Scholarshipq Robert Haag Music Scholarshipq Dean Hale Scholarshipq Jane Skinner Hardester Annual Music Scholarshipq Hands of Friendship Scholarshipq Hata Education Fundq Honeywell E&S Scholarshipq Donald Jones Memorial Scholarshipq Robert D. Keitel Memorial Scholarshipq Rudy Kroon Memorial Award

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q Lapidary, Jewelry, Metalcraftand Earth Science Scholarship

q Bill Leake Scholarshipq Los Angeles Timesq Harry P. McCandless Scholarshipq Mildred C. McCord Memorial Scholarshipq Robert G. McKinnon Memorial Scholarshipq Lois Maki Memorial Scholarshipq Henry Mansfield Scholarshipq Marcoux Family Awardq Marina District 18, California Federation

of Women’s Clubsq Dr. Carl S. Meadows Memorial Scholarshipq John Medina Scholarshipq Julius Sumner Miller Foundationq Mu Phi Epsilon Scholarshipq Eva M. Murdock Memorial Scholarshipq Chief Junius Murray “RED”

Memorial Firefighters Scholarshipq Music Scholarshipq Joe Boyd Noble Memorial Scholarshipq Lila North Memorial Scholarshipq Northrop Grumman Corporationq Dr. Elizabeth Oberstein Memorial Scholarshipq Dr. Edward D. Ortell Astronomy Scholarshipq The Pelland Scholarshipq Carmen Perry Memorial Scholarshipq Marilyn T. Poke Scholarshipq Project Successq Puente Projectq Roadium Open Marketq Rotary Club of Torrance Scholarshipq Milton Rudee Memorial Scholarshipq James F. Schwartz Athlete of the Yearq Eva Simmons Memorial Scholarshipq Horace Simmons Memorial Scholarshipq Merl Sloan Memorial Scholarshipq Eric Smith Scholarshipq SOL/Cypress Hill Scholarshipq South Bay Youth Orchestraq South Bay Quilters Guildq Jessie Steensma Endowment to El Camino Collegeq Les Thomas Memorial Scholarshipq Chuck Turner Theatre Scholarshipq The Lyle Tussing International Student Fundq Verizon Scholarshipq Norm Verry Athletic Scholarshipq Wednesday Progressive Club Scholarshipq Stanley Wilson Awards for Excellenceq Maude Withers Memorial Nursing Scholarshipq Dr. Harold R. Wolpert Scholarship

Policies and ProceduresAcademic Honesty & Standards of ConductBoard Policy 5500

Academic HonestyEl Camino College is dedicated to maintaining an optimal learn-

ing environment and insists upon academic honesty. To upholdthe academic integrity of the institution, all members of the aca-demic community, faculty, staff and students alike, must assumeresponsibility for providing an educational environment of thehighest standards characterized by a spirit of academic honesty.It is the responsibility of all members of the academic commu-

nity to behave in a manner which encourages learning and pro-motes honesty and to act with fairness toward others. Studentsshould not seek an unfair advantage over other students whencompleting an assignment, taking an examination, or engaging inany other kind of academic activity.

Standards of ConductConduct at El Camino College must conform to the laws of the

State of California, District policies, and campus rules and regula-tions. The El Camino College faculty, staff, and administration arededicated to maintaining a positive learning environment. Opti-mal standards for behavior are essential to the maintenance of aquality college environment. These standards will apply to all stu-dents on campus, other college property or while attending anycollege-sponsored event. Violation of such laws, policies, rules,and regulations or behavior adversely affecting suitability as a stu-dent, will lead to disciplinary action. Disciplinary actions as notedin Administrative Procedure 5520 may be taken against any per-son who engages in behavior defined as misconduct.The following misconduct shall constitute good cause for disci-

pline, including but not limited to the removal, suspension, orexpulsion of a student.I. DISHONESTYa. Cheating, plagiarism (including plagiarism in a student publi-

cation), or engaging in other academic dishonesty including butnot limited to:

i. Representing the words, ideas, or work of another asone’s own in any academic exercise including the use ofcommercial term paper companies or online sources foressays, term papers, or research papers, whether free orpaid.

ii. Copying from another student or former student orallowing another student to copy from one’s work.

iii. Allowing another individual to assume one’s identity orassuming the identity of another individual.

iv. Changing answers on a previously scored test, assign-ment, or experiment with the intent to defraud.

v. Inventing data for the purpose of completing an assign-ment, a laboratory experiment, or case study analysiswith the intent to defraud.

vi. Obtaining or copying exams or test questions when pro-hibited by the instructor.

vii. Giving or receiving information during an examinationor test by any means such as sign language, hand signalsor secret codes, or through the use of any electronicdevice.

viii. Using aids such as notes, calculators, or electronicdevices unless specifically authorized by the instructor.

ix. Handing in the same paper or other assignment in morethan one class when prohibited by the instructor.

x. Any other action which is not an honest reflection of astudent’s own academic work.

b. Other forms of dishonesty, including but not limited to for-gery or attempted forgery of any academic record; alteration ormisuse of college documents, records or identification; or know-

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ingly furnishing false information to the District.c. Unauthorized preparation, giving, selling, transfer, distribu-

tion, or publication, for any commercial purpose, of any contem-poraneous recording of an academic presentation in a classroomor equivalent site of instruction, including but not limited to hand-written or typewritten class notes, except as permitted by any Dis-trict policy or administrative procedure.II. DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR, INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCTAND EXPRESSIONa. Disruptive behavior, willful disobedience, profanity or vul-

garity, or the open defiance of the authority of, or abuse of, col-lege personnel.b. Any acts of aggression including verbal or physical actions

that are intended to create fear, apprehension, or bodily harm.c. Lewd, indecent, or obscene conduct on District-owned or -

controlled property, or at District-sponsored or supervised func-tions.d. Engaging in expression which is obscene; libelous or slander-

ous; or which so incites students as to create a clear and presentdanger of the commission of unlawful acts on college premises,other college property, or while attending any college-sponsoredevent, or the violation of lawful District administrative proce-dures, or the substantial disruption of the orderly operation of theDistrict.e. Obstruction or disruption of teaching, research, administra-

tion, disciplinary proceedings, or other authorized college activi-ties including but not limited to its community service functionsor to authorized activities held off campus. Obstruction or disrup-tion includes but is not limited to the use of skateboards, bicycles,radios and roller skatesf. Failure to comply with the directions of a member of the col-

lege certificated personnel, college management or supervisorypersonnel, college staff member, or campus police acting withinthe scope of his or her duties.III. DRUGS, ALCOHOL AND SMOKINGa. Unlawful possession, use, sale, offer to sell, or furnishing, or

being under the influence of, any controlled substance listed inSections 11053-11058 of the California Health and Safety Code, analcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind; or unlawful pos-session of, or offering, arranging, or negotiating the sale of anydrug paraphernalia, as defined in California Health and SafetyCode Section 11014.5.b. Willful or persistent smoking in any area where smoking has

been prohibited by law or by regulation of the college or District.IV. THEFT, ROBBERY AND DAMAGEa. Committing or attempting to commit robbery or extortion.b. Causing or attempting to cause damage to District property at

any location or to private property on campus.c. Stealing or attempting to steal District property at any location

or private property on campus, or knowingly receiving stolen Dis-trict property at any location or private property on campus.d. Willful misconduct which results in cutting, defacing, or

other injury to any real or personal property owned by the Districtor personal property of other individuals on campus.V. HARASSMENT AND THREATENING/VIOLENT BEHAV-IORa. Causing, attempting to cause, or threatening to cause physical

injury to another person including but not limited to: assault, bat-tery, sex crimes including sexual assault or rape.b. Committing sexual harassment as defined by law or by Dis-

trict policies and procedures.c. Engaging in harassing, hazing, or injurious behavior for any

reason or discriminatory behavior based on race, sex, (i.e., gender)sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability, or anyother status protected by law.d. Willful misconduct which results in injury or death to a stu-

dent or to college personnel.

VI. WEAPONS AND MISUSE OF FACILITIESa. Possession, sale or otherwise furnishing any firearm, knife,

explosive, or other dangerous object, including but not limited toany facsimile firearm, knife or explosive, unless, in the case ofpossession of any object of this type, the student has obtainedwritten permission to possess the item from the appropriate Stateagency and a District employee, which is concurred in by the col-lege president.b. Unauthorized entry to or use of college facilities, equipment

or supplies.VII. MISCELLANEOUSa. Persistent or habitual serious misconduct where other means

of correction have failed to bring about proper conduct.b. The commission of any act constituting a crime under Cali-

fornia law, on campus or any district-owned property or at anycollege-sponsored event.

Student Discipline & Due Process ProcedureAdministrative Procedure 5520

Disciplinary Action Disciplinary action appropriate to the misconduct as defined in

BP 5500 may be taken by an instructor (see items C-1 and 5below), the Director of Student Development or his or herdesignee (see items C-1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7 below), and the Board ofTrustees (see item C8 below).

A. Consequences for Academic DishonestyWhen an instructor has determined that there is evidence of dis-

honesty in any academic work, the student may receive a failinggrade for that piece of work and disciplinary action may be pur-sued. Any or all of the following actions may be imposed:1. The instructor may assign a failing grade (no credit) to an

examination or assignment in which academic dishonestyoccurred.2. The instructor may remove the student from the class or

activity for the day of the incident and one additional class day asstipulated in C.5 of this procedure.3. The instructor may complete the appropriate reporting forms

(Disciplinary Form C – Academic Dishonesty Report Form and/orDisciplinary Form B – Notice of Suspension fromClass/Lab/Library) and submit them along with a copy of the evi-dence to the Director of Student Development or his or herdesignee. This information will be placed in the student file.4. If there is evidence of serious or repeated violations of aca-

demic honesty, the college may pursue additional disciplinaryaction in accordance with the disciplinary measures outlined inthis procedure.

B. Notify Campus PoliceMisconduct as noted in BP 5500 sections II, III, IV, V and VI

should be brought to the immediate attention of the CampusPolice or local police department/security force (for courses taughtoff campus). This does not preclude a staff member from callingCampus Police for any other misconduct that warrants suchaction. Campus Police are to be called immediately and a policereport will be written with notice to the Director of Student Devel-opment, or his or her designee.

C. DisciplineThe following types of disciplinary action may be taken or pur-

sued by the college:1. Warning - A verbal or written notice, given to the student by

a faculty member, the Director of Student Development, or his orher designee, or any college manager or delegated authority thatcontinuation or repetition of the specified conduct may be causefor other disciplinary action. A copy of such action shall be sent tothe Director of Student Development or his or her designee andplaced in the student file.2. Reprimand - A written reprimand for violation of specified

regulations sent to the student by the Director of Student Devel-

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opment, or his or her designee, noting that continued violationsmay result in further disciplinary action. The Director of StudentDevelopment or his or her designee shall place a copy of this rep-rimand in the student file.3. Restitution - A letter from the Director of Student Develop-

ment, or his or her designee, requesting reimbursement for dam-age or misappropriation of property will be sent to the student. Acopy of this letter will be sent to the student file, Dean of Enroll-ment Services, and the Vice President of Student and CommunityAdvancement. Reimbursement may take the form of appropriateservice to repair or otherwise compensate for the damage.4. Disciplinary Probation - Exclusion from college activities or

services set forth in the notice of disciplinary probation. It mayinclude one or all of the following and may be imposed upon anindividual or groups of students.a. Removal from any or all college organization offices.b. Denial of privileges or participation in any or all college or

student-sponsored activities or services. Disciplinary probationmay be imposed for a period not to exceed one year. Repetition ofconduct resulting in disciplinary probation may be cause for sus-pension or further disciplinary action. A written statement fromthe Director of Student Development, or his or her designee, willstate those activities from which the student will be excluded. Acopy of the disciplinary probation letter will be sent to the studentfile, Dean of Enrollment Services, Vice President of Student andCommunity Advancement, and Campus Police.c. Requirement to complete one or more counseling or behav-

ioral modification programs or classes including but not limited todrug/alcohol diversion program, anger management workshop,interpersonal communication workshop, life-skills class, SpecialResources Center program and academic or psychological coun-seling appointments.5. Removal by Instructor – In cases of academic dishonesty or

disruptive behavior, an instructor may remove (suspend) a stu-dent from his or her class for the day of the incident and the nextclass meeting. During this period of removal, a conference shallbe held with the instructor and the student in an attempt toresolve the situation that led to the student’s removal.a. If a student is suspended for one class meeting, no additional

formal disciplinary procedures are necessary. A record of the sus-pension should be sent to the Director of Student Development orhis or her designee and placed in the student file.b. If a student is suspended from class for the day of the inci-

dent and the next class meeting, the instructor shall send a writ-ten report of the action to his or her dean who shall forward thisinformation to the Director of Student Development, or his or herdesignee. The Director of Student Development, or his or herdesignee, shall send copies to the Vice President of Student andCommunity Advancement and the President. If the studentremoved by an instructor is a minor, the Director of StudentDevelopment, or his or her designee, shall ask a parent orguardian of the student to attend a parent conference with theinstructor regarding the removal as soon as possible. A collegeadministrator shall attend the conference if any party (instructor,parent, or guardian) so requests.c. The instructor may recommend to his or her dean that a stu-

dent be suspended for longer than two class meetings. If the dean,instructor, and student cannot resolve the problem, the recom-mendation for a suspension of more than two class sessions willbe referred to the Director of Student Development, or his or herdesignee, for possible actions described in Section 6 of this proce-dure.d. During the period following the initial suspension from class

for the day of the incident and the following class meeting, the stu-dent shall be allowed to return to the class until due process andthe disciplinary procedures are completed unless the student isfurther suspended as a result of actions taken as defined in Sec-

tion 6 of these procedures.6. Suspension - The Director of Student Development, or his or

her designee, may suspend a student as follows:a. From one or more classes for a period of up to ten days of

instruction; orb. From one or more classes for the remainder of the term; orc. From one or more classes and activities of the community col-

lege for one or more terms not to exceed a period of two years.The Director of Student Development, or his or her designee, shallsend the notice of suspension to the student, the student file, Deanof Enrollment Services, Vice President of Student and Communi-ty Advancement, President, and Campus Police. Whenever aminor is suspended from the College, the parent or guardian shallbe notified in writing by the Director of Student Development, orhis or her designee.7. Immediate Suspension - Any college manager or college dele-

gated authority during non-school hours, may immediately sus-pend a student from the campus in an emergency action to pro-tect lives or property and to insure the maintenance of order.Within twenty-four (24) hours or the next regular work day of thesuspension, the college manager or college delegated authorityshall send to the Director of Student Development, or his or herdesignee, a written report of the suspension. The Director of Stu-dent Development, or his or her designee, shall send a writtennotice to the suspended student, informing the student of his orher right to a hearing within ten (10) business days of the suspen-sion. A copy of this notice will be sent to the student file, Dean ofEnrollment Services, Vice President of Student and CommunityAdvancement, President, and Campus Police.Immediate suspension will be enforced for the following types

of student misconduct:a. Possession or use of any weapon, firearms, or explosives.b. Willful misconduct which results in injury or death to a stu-

dent or college personnel.c. Assault, battery, sex crimes, including sexual assault, or rape.When there is probable cause to believe that a student has com-

mitted any of the above actions, that student will be immediatelysuspended from the campus by any college manager or collegedelegated authority. Within twenty-four (24) hours of, or the nextregular work day after the suspension, the manager or college del-egated authority shall send to the Director of Student Develop-ment, or his or her designee, a written report of the suspension.The Director of Student Development, or his or her designee, willthen send a written notice to the suspended student, informing thestudent that he or she has been suspended for the remainder ofthe semester at a minimum and/or up to two years at a maximumand that he or she has the right to a hearing within ten (10) busi-ness days of the suspension.8. Expulsion – The termination of student status for an indefi-

nite period of time. The Board of Trustees is authorized to expel astudent for good cause when other means of correction fail tobring about proper conduct, or when the presence of the studentcauses a continuing danger to the physical safety of the student orothers. The notice of expulsion will be sent to the student withcopies to the student file, Director of Student Development, Deanof Enrollment Services, Vice President of Student and Communi-ty Advancement, President, and Campus Police. The expulsion ofa student shall be accompanied by a hearing if requested by thestudent. The Board of Trustees shall consider any recommenda-tion from the Superintendent/ President for expulsion at the nextregularly scheduled meeting of the Board after receipt of the rec-ommended decision.The Board shall consider any expulsion recommendation in

closed session, unless the student has requested that the matter beconsidered in a public meeting in accordance with these proce-dures (Education Code Section 72122). The student shall be noti-fied in writing, by registered or certified mail or by personal serv-

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ice, at least three (3) days prior to the meeting, of the date, time,and place of the Board of Trustees’ meeting. The student may,within forty-eight hours after receipt of the notice, request that thehearing be held as a public meeting. Even if a student has request-ed that the Board consider an expulsion recommendation in a pub-lic meeting, the Board will hold any discussion that might be inconflict with the right to privacy of any student other than the stu-dent requesting the public meeting in a closed session.The Board may accept, modify or reject the findings, decisions

and recommendations of the Superintendent/President and/or thehearing panel. If the Board modifies or rejects the decision, theBoard shall review the record of the hearing, and shall prepare anew written decision which contains specific factual findings andconclusions. The decision of the Board shall be final. The finalaction of the Board on the expulsion shall be taken at a publicmeeting, and the result of the action shall be a public record of theDistrict.

Due Process Disciplinary ProceduresA. Lodging of Charges

1. Charges of misconduct against a student, as defined in Sec-tions I through VII of Board Policy 5500, may be lodged by anyperson who has personal knowledge of facts indicating that thestudent participated in the alleged misconduct. Such a witnessshall hereinafter be referred to as the “complainant” and the per-son being charged as the “accused.”2. The complainant must first lodge his or her charge(s) with a

responsible manager at the level of director or above.3. The responsible manager will review the charge(s). The man-

ager will then either:a. attempt to informally resolve the issue(s) orb. recommend disciplinary action.4. If the responsible manager recommends disciplinary action,

he or she will forward the charge(s) to the Director of StudentDevelopment, or his or her designee. The Director of StudentDevelopment or his or her designee shall review the charge(s) andmake an independent determination as to whether or not the con-duct charged amounts to misconduct as defined in Items I throughVII of Board Policy 5500 and whether disciplinary action shouldbe brought against the accused.5. If disciplinary action is appropriate, the Director of Student

Development, or his or her designee or appropriate administratorshall give the accused a written notice of the lodging of charges,the specified acts of misconduct and the proposed disciplinaryaction. The accused will be notified of his or her right to requesta hearing within five (5) business days. A copy of this policy willbe included with the notice. If the student does not request a hear-ing, the proposed disciplinary action will be taken.

B. Hearing of Charges1. Scheduling of Hearinga. Students who are placed on immediate suspension - If the stu-

dent has been suspended prior to a hearing, the hearing shall becommenced within fifteen (15) business days of the ordered sus-pension.b. Students who have not been placed on immediate suspension:(1) The accused shall receive written notice of the charge(s) giv-

ing rise to the proposed disciplinary action.(2) The accused has five (5) business days after receipt of written

notice of the charge(s) to request a hearing before the DisciplinaryHearing Committee. Failure to request such a hearing in writingwithin this five day period, or failure to appear at such hearing willconstitute a waiver of his or her right to a hearing pursuant to theseprocedures. Unless the hearing may result in expulsion, theaccused is not entitled to representation by counsel. If the accusedwishes to be represented by counsel at an expulsion hearing, theaccused shall provide written notice in the request for hearing ofthe intention to be represented. If the accused is a minor, he or sheshall be entitled to be accompanied by his or her parent or guardian

at any hearing before the Disciplinary Hearing Committee.(3) The Disciplinary Hearing Committee shall be chaired by the

Director of Student Development, or his or her designee who willserve as the hearing officer and have as members one representa-tive from each of the following groups: the Academic Senate, theClassified Employees, the Student Senate, and College Manage-ment.(4) If the accused requests a hearing, the Director of Student

Development, or his or her designee shall schedule a disciplinaryhearing to take place within fifteen (15) business days of thereceipt by him or her of the written request for a hearing.(5) The Director of Student Development or his or her designee

shall give the accused and members of the Disciplinary HearingCommittee written notice of the time, place and date set for thehearing.(6) If the accused does not request a hearing, the Director of Stu-

dent Development, or his or her designee may finalize the disci-plinary action with the exception of expulsion, which must be rec-ommended to the Vice President of Student and CommunityAdvancement. If the Vice President determines that expulsion isappropriate, he or she will recommend expulsion to the Board ofTrustees for final approval.2. How Hearing is to be Conducteda. The public shall be excluded from this hearing.b. The hearing shall be recorded by either an audio recording or

stenographic recording.c. The hearing officer may conduct the hearing in any manner

he or she deems appropriate, provided the accused is given theopportunity to confront the witnesses testifying against him or herand to offer the statements of any supporting witnesses.d. If the Disciplinary Hearing Committee finds adequate sup-

port for the charge(s), it shall take appropriate disciplinary actionpursuant to Section I.C of this procedure.e. When the Disciplinary Hearing Committee reaches a deci-

sion, the accused shall be given written notice in a timely mannerof the decision, the disciplinary action, if any, to be taken, and theright to appeal the decision to the Vice President of Student andCommunity Advancement.

C. Review by the Vice President ofStudent and Community Advancement

1. The accused may seek review of the decision of the Discipli-nary Hearing Committee by delivering to the Vice President ofStudent and Community Advancement, no later than five (5) busi-ness days after notice to the accused of the Disciplinary HearingCommittee’s decision, a signed statement containing:a. A statement that the accused appeals the decision; andb. A brief statement of why the accused considers the decision

to be in error.2. The Vice President of Student and Community Advancement

shall examine all documents received and shall grant review of thematter only if he or she determines from these documents that thedecision of the Disciplinary Hearing Committee was in error orthe sanctions imposed were excessive in light of the seriousness ofthe charge(s).3. If the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-

ment determines that review is not appropriate, he or she shall,within ten (10) business days after receipt of the accused’s requestfor review, send written notice to the accused denying review andaffirming the decision of the Disciplinary Hearing Committee.4. If the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-

ment determines that review is appropriate, he or she shall, with-in ten (10) business days after receipt of the request for review,schedule a meeting giving the accused at least five (5) businessdays written notice thereof with the accused and the hearing offi-cer, at which time the accused will be allowed to present his orher objections to the Disciplinary Hearing Committee’s decision,and the hearing officer will be allowed to respond thereto.

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5. After such a meeting, the Vice President of Student and Com-munity Advancement may reverse, revise or modify the decisionand the disciplinary sanctions therein imposed on the accused, orthe Vice President may let the decision and disciplinary sanctionsstand.

D. General Provisions1. If students or other persons are suspended or expelled from

the campus, they shall not appear on the campus without permis-sion from the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-ment or designee and must have a Campus Police escort.2. The time limits specified in the Due Process and Disciplinary

Procedures may be shortened or extended if there is a mutualwritten concurrence between the parties.3. Failure of the accused to appeal any determination at any step

to another step within the specified time limits shall be deemedacceptance by the accused of the last determination rendered.4. Written notice to an accused pursuant to these procedures

shall be sufficient if sent by first class mail to the last knownaddress of the accused currently on file with the college. Noticeshall be deemed given on the day of said mailing. Notice shall bein the English language.5. In the absence of the Director of Student Development, a

designee may be appointed by the Vice President of Student andCommunity Advancement.6. No student shall be removed, suspended or expelled unless

the conduct for which the student is disciplined is related to col-lege activity or college attendance. In addition, no student may beremoved, suspended, or expelled for parking violations.7. The President or the President’s designee (Campus Police)

shall, upon the suspension or expulsion of any student, notify theappropriate law enforcement authorities of Los Angeles County orthe City of Torrance of any acts of the student which may be inviolation of Section 245 of the California Penal Code - Assault witha deadly weapon or force likely to produce great bodily injury.Time Limits:Any times specified in these procedures may be shortened or

lengthened if there is mutual concurrence by all parties.

Student Rights and GrievancesAdministrative Procedure 5530

The purpose of this procedure is to provide a prompt and equi-table means for resolving student grievances. These proceduresshall be available to any student who reasonably believes a Col-lege decision or action has adversely affected his or her status,rights or privileges as a student. The procedures shall include, butnot be limited to, grievances regarding:1. Sex discrimination as prohibited by Title IX of the Higher

Education Amendments of 19722. Sexual harassment as defined in Board Policy 34303. Financial aid4. Illegal discrimination5. The exercise of rights of free expression protected by State

and Federal constitutions and Education Code Section 76120.This procedure does not apply to the following:1. Student disciplinary actions covered under Board Policy 5500

and Administrative Procedure 5520.2. Police citations (i.e. “tickets”). Complaints about citations

must be directed to the District’s Campus Police Department.3. Course grades to the extent permitted by Education Code Sec-

tion 76224(a). Grade appeals are addressed in Board Policy 4231and Administrative Procedures 4231.Definitions:1. Party: The student or any persons claimed to have been

responsible for the student’s alleged grievance, together with theirrepresentatives. “Party” shall not include the Grievance HearingCommittee or the College Grievance Officer.2. Superintendent/President: The Superintendent/President or a

designated representative of the Superintendent/President.3. Student: Any currently enrolled student, a person who has

filed an application for admission to the College, or a former stu-dent. A grievance by an applicant shall be limited to a complaintregarding denial of admission. Former students shall be limited togrievances relating to course grades to the extent permitted byEducation Code Section 76224(a).4. Respondent: Any person claimed by a grievant to be respon-

sible for the alleged grievance.5. Business Day: Unless otherwise provided, business day shall

mean a day Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays andweekends, during which the College is in session and regularclasses are held.6. Grievance Officer: Appointed by the Superintendent/Presi-

dent or designated representative to assist students in seeking res-olution by informal means.Grievance Hearing Committee:The Superintendent/President or designee shall at the beginning

of each semester, including any summer session, establish a stand-ing panel of members of the College community, including stu-dents, classified staff, faculty members and administrators, fromwhich one or more Grievance Hearing Committees may beappointed. The panel will be established with the advice and assis-tance of the Associated Students Organization, Classified Employ-ees and the Academic Senate, who shall each submit names to theSuperintendent/President for inclusion on the panel. A GrievanceHearing Committee shall be constituted in accordance with thefollowing:1. It shall include one student, one faculty member, one mem-

ber of the classified service and one College administrator select-ed from the panel described above.2. No person shall serve as a member of a Grievance Hearing

Committee if that person has been personally involved in anymatter giving rise to the grievance, has made any statement on thematters at issue, or could otherwise not act in a neutral manner.Any party of the grievance may challenge for cause any memberof the hearing committee prior to the beginning of the hearing byaddressing a challenge to the Superintendent/President ordesignee who shall determine whether cause for disqualificationhas been shown. If the Superintendent/President or designee feelsthat sufficient ground for removal of a member of the committeehas been presented, the Superintendent/President or designeeshall remove the challenged member or members and substitutea member or members from the panel described above. Thisdetermination is subject to appeal as defined below.3. The Grievance Officer shall sit with the Grievance Hearing

Committee but shall not serve as a member nor vote. The Griev-ance Officer shall coordinate all scheduling of hearings, shallserve to assist all parties and the Hearing Committee to facilitatea full, fair and efficient resolution of the grievance, and shall avoidan adversarial role.Informal Resolution:1. Each student who has a grievance shall make reasonable

effort to resolve the matter on an informal basis prior to request-ing a grievance hearing, and shall attempt to solve the problemwith the person with whom the student has the grievance, thatperson’s immediate supervisor, or the local College administra-tion.2. The Superintendent/President or designated representative

shall appoint an employee who shall assist students in seeking res-olution by informal means. This person shall be called the Griev-ance Officer. The Grievance Officer and the student may alsoseek the assistance of the Associated Student Organization inattempting to resolve a grievance informally.3. Informal meetings and discussion between persons directly

involved in a grievance are essential at the onset of a dispute andshould be encouraged at all stages. An equitable solution should

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be sought before persons directly involved in the case have statedofficial or public positions that might tend to polarize the disputeand render a solution more difficult.4. At no time shall any of the persons directly or indirectly

involved in the case use the fact of such informal discussion forstrengthening the case for or against persons directly involved inthe dispute or for any purpose other than the settlement of thegrievance.5. In an attempt to resolve a complaint informally, the student

shall first request a meeting to discuss it with the Dean, AssociateDean or Director (hereinafter Administrator) of the division inwhich the matter in question resides. Upon such a request, theAdministrator shall inform and confer with any staff membersnamed by the student. In turn, the Administrator shall schedule ameeting with the student and, if requested, all involved parties notmore than ten (10) business days from the date of request.6. If an informal resolution of the complaint it not reached,

which is satisfactory to the student, the student shall have theright to request a grievance hearing.7. This concludes the Informal Process.

Formal Resolution (Request for a Grievance Hearing)The student may process any complaint not resolved by the

Informal Process. As set forth above, the student can process agrievance as follows:1. The student shall submit his or her written grievance, on a

form provided by the College, to the Grievance Officer (Dean ofEnrollment Services or designee) within thirty (30) business daysfollowing the student’s first meeting with an Administrator.2. The grievance shall be signed and dated by the student and

shall incorporate a statement that the student had first followedthe provisions of the Informal Process.3. Within fifteen (15) business days following receipt of the

request for a grievance hearing, the Dean of Enrollment Servicesor designee shall appoint a Grievance Hearing Committee, asdescribed above. The Grievance Hearing Committee shall meet inprivate and, without the parties present, select a chair and deter-mine based on the Statement of the Grievance whether it presentssufficient grounds for a hearing.4. If the hearing is warranted, it shall be based on the following:a) The statement contains facts which, if true, would constitute

a grievance under these procedures;b) The grievant is a student as defined in these procedures,

which include applicants and former students;c) The grievant is personally and directly affected by the alleged

grievance;d) The grievance was filed in a timely manner;e) The grievance is not clearly frivolous, clearly without founda-

tion, or clearly filed for purposes of harassment.5. If the grievance does not meet each of the above require-

ments, the Hearing Committee Chair shall notify the student inwriting of the rejection of the Request fora Grievance hearing, together with the specific reasons for the

rejection and the procedures for appeal. This notice will be pro-vided within ten (10) business days of the date the decision ismade by the Grievance Hearing Committee.6. Any appeal relating to a Grievance Hearing Committee deci-

sion that the Statement of Grievance does not present a grievanceas defined in these procedures shall be made in writing to the VicePresident of Student and Community Advancement within five(5) business days of that decision. The Vice President of Student

and Community Advancement shall review the Statement ofGrievance and Request for Grievance Hearing in accordance withthe requirements for a grievance provided in these procedures,but shall not consider any other matters. The Vice President ofStudent and Community Advancement’s decision on whether ornot to grant a grievance hearing shall be final and not subject tofurther appeal.

7. If the Request for Grievance Hearing satisfies each of therequirements, the College Grievance Officer shall schedule agrievance hearing. All parties to the grievance shall be given notless than seven (7) business days’ notice of the date, time andplace of the hearing.Hearing Procedure:1. The decision of the Grievance Hearing Committee Chair shall

be final on all matters relating to the conduct of the hearing unlessthere is a vote of a majority of the other members of the panel tothe contrary.2. The members of the Grievance Hearing Committee shall be

provided with a copy of the grievance and any written responseprovided by the respondent before the hearing begins.3. Each party to the grievance may call witnesses and introduce

oral and written testimony relevant to the issues of the matter.4. Formal rules of evidence shall not apply. Any relevant evi-

dence shall be admitted.5. Unless the Grievance Hearing Committee determines to pro-

ceed otherwise, each party to the grievance shall be permitted tomake an opening statement. Thereafter, the grievant or grievantsshall make the first presentation, followed by the respondent orrespondents. The grievant(s) and respondent(s) may present rebut-tal evidence. The burden shall be on the grievant or grievants toprove by substantial evidence that the facts alleged are true andthat a grievance has been established as specified above.6. Each party to the grievance may represent him or herself, and

may have the right to be represented by a person of his or herchoice, except that an attorney shall not represent a party unless,in the judgment of the Grievance Hearing Committee, complexlegal issues are involved. If a party wishes to be represented by anattorney, a request must be presented not less than five (5) busi-ness days prior to the date of the hearing. If one party is permittedto be represented by an attorney, the other party shall have theright to be represented by an attorney. The hearing committee mayalso request legal assistance through the Superintendent/President.A legal advisor provided to the hearing committee may sit with itin an advisory capacity to provide legal counsel but shall not be amember of the panel nor vote with it.7. Hearings shall be closed and confidential unless all parties

request that it be open to the public. Any such request must bemade not less than five (5) business days prior to the date of thehearing.8. In a closed hearing, witnesses shall not be present at the hear-

ing when not testifying, unless all parties and the committee agreeto the contrary.9. The hearing shall be recorded by the Grievance Officer by

either audio recording or stenographic recording, and shall be theonly recording made. No witness who refuses to be recorded maybe permitted to give testimony. At the beginning of the hearing inthe event the recording is by audio recording, the Grievance Hear-ing Committee Chair shall ask each person present to identify himor herself by name, and thereafter shall ask witnesses to identifythemselves by name. The audio recording shall remain in the cus-tody of the District at all times, unless released to a professionaltranscribing service. Any party may request a copy of the audiorecording.10. All testimony shall be taken under oath. The Grievance

Hearing Committee Chair shall administer the oath. Written state-ments of witnesses under penalty of perjury shall not be usedunless the witness is unavailable to testify. A witness who refus-es to be audio recorded shall be considered unavailable.11. Within ten (10) business days following the close of the hear-

ing, the Grievance Hearing Committee shall prepare and send tothe Dean of Enrollment Services or designee a written decision.The decision shall include specific factual findings regarding thegrievance, and shall include specific conclusions regardingwhether a grievance has been established as defined above. The

decision shall also include a specific recommendation regardingthe relief to be afforded the grievant, if any. The decision shall bebased only on the record of the hearing, and not on matters out-side of that record. The record consists of the original grievance,any written response, and the oral and written evidence producedat the hearing.Dean of Enrollment Services or Designee’s Decision:1. Within fifteen (15) business days following receipt of the

Grievance Hearing Committee’s decision and recommendations,the Dean of Enrollment Services or designee shall send to all par-ties his or her written decision, together with the Hearing Com-mittee’s decision and recommendations. The Dean of EnrollmentServices or designee may accept or reject the findings, decisionsand recommendations of the Hearing Committee. The factualfindings of the Hearing Committee shall be accorded great weight.If the Dean of Enrollment Services or designee does not accept thedecision or a finding or recommendation of the Hearing Commit-tee, the Dean of Enrollment Services or designee shall review therecord of the hearing, and shall prepare a new written decisionwhich contains specific factual findings and conclusions. Theaccused shall be given written notice of the decision, the discipli-nary action, if any, to be taken, and the right to appeal.2. The accused may seek review of the Dean of Enrollment

Services or Designee’s decision by delivering to the Vice Presidentof Student and Community Advancement, no later than ten (10)business days after notice to the accused of the Dean EnrollmentServices or Designee’s decision, a signed statement containing:a. A statement that the accused appeals the decision; andb. A brief statement of why the accused considers the decision

to be in error.Appeal1. The Vice President of Student and Community Advancement

shall examine all documents received and shall grant review of thematter only if he or she determines from these documents that thedecision of the Dean Enrollment Services or Designee was in erroror the sanctions imposed were excessive in light of the seriousnessof the charge(s).2. If the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-

ment determines that review is not appropriate, he or she shall,within ten (10) business days after receipt of the accused’s requestfor review, send written notice to the accused denying review andaffirming the decision of the Dean of Enrollment Services orDesignee .3. If the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-

ment determines that review is appropriate, he or she shall, with-in ten (10) business days after receipt of the request schedule ameeting with the accused and the Grievance Hearing CommitteeChair, giving the accused at least five (5) business days writtennotice. The accused will be allowed to present his or her objec-tions to the Dean of Enrollment Services or designee’s decision,and the Grievance Hearing Committee Chair will be allowed torespond thereto.4. After such meeting, the Vice President of Student and Com-

munity Advancement may reverse, revise or modify the decisionand the disciplinary sanctions therein imposed on the accused, orthe Vice President may let the decision and disciplinary sanctionsstand.

5. The Vice President’s decision shall be in writing and shallinclude a statement of reasons for the decision. The Vice Presi-dent’s decision shall be final.Time Limits:Any times specified in these procedures may be shortened or


Reporting of CrimesBoard Policy 3515The Superintendent/President shall assure that, as required by

law, reports are prepared of all occurrences reported to CampusPolice and arrests for crimes committed on campus that involveviolence, hate violence, theft or destruction of property, illegaldrugs, or alcohol intoxication. The Superintendent/President shallfurther assure that required reports of non-criminal acts of hateviolence are prepared. Such reports shall be made available asrequired by State and Federal law.

Campus Security Act andStudent Right to KnowIn accordance with the requirements of the Jeanne Clery Disclo-

sure of Campus Security Policy and Crimes Statistics Act, ElCamino College is required to publish and distribute an annualreport containing campus security policies and procedures as wellas campus crime statistics. The security report will include data onarrests and crimes committed on campus or at campus-sponsoredevents. In addition, other information related to reporting crimesor suspicious behavior; describing campus security and crime pre-vention programs and materials; and the college’s substance abuseeducation program will be included for distribution. Informationis available on the college website: http://www.elcamino.edu/police/CrimePrevention/index.asp. These materials will be dis-tributed annually to all employees and students, and be availableupon request to applicants for enrollment or employment.Student Right to Know regulations require colleges to annually

publish completion and transfer rates. This information is avail-able through appropriate publications and mailings, and on thecollege website: http://www.elcamino.edu/administration/ir/docs/eccprofile/ECC_College_CommunityProfiles.pdf.Sexual Assaults on Campus or at Campus-Sponsored EventsThe Board of Trustees and the employees of El Camino College

are committed to maintaining a safe campus. Accordingly, thecollege has policies and procedures regarding sexual assaults oncampus or at a college-sponsored event. Should an assailant be astudent or staff member, the appropriate due process proceduresas set forth in Board Policy 5138, Standards of StudentConduct/Due Process and Education Code Sections 87405 and87334-87336 and appropriate sections of the respective union con-tracts are enforced.

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Academic AffairsDeans, Directors, and Academic Offices

El Camino College’s instructional courses and programs areorganized and administered through academic divisions and aca-demic offices under the direction of the Vice President of Academ-ic Affairs. The Academic Affairs Office is located on the first floorof the Administration Building, room 116. Division offices normal-ly are open from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.Students may review the Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for

all El Camino College Courses at www.elcamino.edu/academics/slo.

Behavioral and Social SciencesDr. Gloria E. Miranda, DeanOffice - Art and Behavioral Science Building, Room 320310-660-3735The Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences offers instruction

in American studies, anthropology, child education, economics,education, global studies, history, human development, philoso-phy, political science, psychology, sociology, and women’s stud-ies.These courses are designed to provide students with the oppor-

tunity to examine and gain an understanding in these areas:1. Political, social, and economic aspects of past and present cul-

tures in preparation for the future;2. Human values, ethical outlooks, moral standards and their

importance in the development of personal worth, obligations andresponsibilities; and3. Psychological and social forces which shape human behavior

and the impact of such forces on all facets of culture.

BusinessDr. Virginia L. Rapp, DeanOffice - Business Building, Room 107 310-660-3770The Division of Business offers courses in accounting, comput-

er information systems, finance, marketing, management, officeadministration, supervision, real estate, paralegal studies and law.In these fields, curricula emphasize both theoretical and practi-

cal training and prepare the student to meet lower divisionrequirements for transfer to four-year institutions or to enterdirectly into employment.

Fine ArtsMs. Constance Fitzsimons, DeanOffice - Music Building, Room 101 310-660-3715The Division of Fine Arts includes art, dance, film/video, music,

photography, speech communication, and theatre. The coursesare designed to enlarge the cultural life of the student, the school,and the community. In addition, art exhibits, theatre productions,musical theatre productions, choral and instrumental concerts,recitals, speeches, debates, and special workshops are offered as ameans of providing opportunities for development of the talents ofinterpretive and creative expression.The Fine Arts Division offers a variety of performances by

nationally and internationally acclaimed artists through ElCamino College’s Center for the Arts. Fine Arts students partici-pate by attendance at certain performances and residency work-shops offered by many of these artists.

Health Sciences and AthleticsMr. Rory Natividad, DeanOffice - Behavioral Sciences Building first floor, Art 101310-660-3545Dr. Kim Baily, Director of NursingOffice - Technical Arts Building, TA 101B 310-660-3281Ms. Dipte Patel, Director, Special Resource Center Office -Student Services Center, East Wing 310-660-3295The Division of Health Sciences and Athletics offers education

and training programs in the health sciences, kinesiology, co-edu-cational physical education activities, adapted physical education,recreation, basic first aid, CPR, men’s and women’s athletics, edu-cational development, and sign language/interpreter training.Within the division, the kinesiology department provides exten-

sive offerings in exercise science as well as a variety of lifetimeand fitness activities including golf, aquatics, strength training,racquet sports, combatives, and aerobic programs. The exercisescience program promotes health care through a wellnessapproach using extensive individualized assessments. The cur-riculum includes courses that prepare students for athletic train-ing, personal trainer certification, senior fitness programs for suc-cessful aging, and for fitness and sports nutrition. The adaptiveexercise program serves students who have a wide range of dis-abilities including spinal cord injuries, head traumas, MS, CP, andlung disease. Successful completion of the first aid courses willlead to Red Cross certification in first aid, CPR, and basic life sup-port. Basic water safety instruction and lifeguard training cours-es are also available and may lead to Red Cross certification. Thedivision provides opportunities for intercollegiate athletic compe-tition in eleven men’s and ten women’s sports.The health sciences programs include health education, exercise

science, nursing, radiological technology, and respiratory care.Health education provides a survey of contemporary health issuesdesigned to familiarize students with sound approaches to goodhealth. The exercise science program promotes preventive healthcare through a wellness approach using extensive individualassessments leading to personalized interventions and programdevelopment. The registered nursing program includes require-ments for the Associate in Science degree and prepares studentsto take the National Licensing Examination. The radiological tech-nology (medical x-ray) program is an allied health specialtydesigned to provide courses which will prepare the student tofunction as a skilled radiological technologist. The respiratory careprogram is designed to provide the respiratory care science andclinical courses needed to prepare the student to function as askilled respiratory therapist.The Special Resource Center provides support services and aux-

iliary aids for students with disabilities.

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HumanitiesMr. Thomas K. Lew, DeanOffice - Humanities Building, Room 322310-660-3316Dr. Barbara Jaffe, Associate DeanOffice - Humanities Building, Room 322The Division of Humanities offers students the opportunity to

engage in skills-building and liberal arts courses to further theireducational goals. Through courses in academic strategies andlibrary information science, students learn the skills they need tosucceed in college courses. English as a Second Language cours-es provide proficiency in English, and developmental reading andwriting classes assist students who need additional skills beforeentering college-level courses.The division offers a wide variety of foreign language courses,

including Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Span-ish. Journalism classes emphasize writing of news and feature sto-ries, culminating in the weekly publication of the school newspa-per. Once a year, a magazine production class publishes WarriorLife. Instruction in composition ranges from basic to advanced,and creative writing courses provide training for and support ofpoets and fiction writers. The literature courses broaden students’understanding and appreciation of writers and their texts through-out the ages. The division annually produces Myriad, a studentliterary journal, as well as Our Voices, a student developmentalwriting journal.

Industry and TechnologyDr. Stephanie Rodriguez, DeanOffice - Technical Arts Building, first floor, TA 102310-660-3600Dr. Thomas Jackson, Associate DeanOffice - Technical Arts Building, second floor, TA 207The division offers courses that provide marketable skills by

obtaining a certificate or an associate degree in these programareas: air conditioning and refrigeration, architecture, administra-tion of justice, automotive collision repair/painting, automotivetechnology, computer aided design/drafting, construction technol-ogy, cosmetology, electronics and computer hardware technology,environmental technology, fashion, fire and emergency technolo-gy, machine tool technology, manufacturing technology, para-medical technician, and welding. The division also offers coursesin engineering technology, and nutrition and foods.

Learning ResourcesMs. Alice Grigsby, DirectorOffice - Library, Room 110310-660-3525Learning Resources offers a wide range of support programs

and services to sustain and complement the teaching-learning pro-grams of El Camino College. Current resources and well-equipped facilities are made available to both students and facul-ty. Services are provided by library services, the LearningResources Center, open access computer labs, tutorial services,and video and audio-visual communication services. Programsinclude Distance Education that offers accredited college coursesvia television and computer.

Mathematical SciencesDr. Donald Y. Goldberg, DeanOffice - Math and Computer Science Building, Room 101310-660-3200The Division of Mathematical Sciences offers instruction to stu-

dents in mathematics, computer science, and engineering. Math-ematics courses include basic skills development, general educa-tion for students seeking university transfer, and specializedcourses for future teachers. Full two-year programs for mathe-matics, computer science, and engineering majors are offered.The computer science program includes language courses in Java,C++, and C#. The division faculty is proud of its distinguishedreputation for rigorous preparation of future scholars, scientists,engineers, and others who will employ mathematics in their pro-fessions.The division is dedicated to promoting student success at all lev-

els. The Mathematics Study Center provides a place for groupstudy and one-to-one tutoring on a drop-in basis. Many mathe-matics courses provide students the opportunity to use computa-tional technology, such as graphing calculators, Mathematica, andMINITAB. The Mathematical Sciences Division administers theMESA and ASEM programs, which provide extensive academicand personal support for majors in science, engineering and math-ematics.

Natural SciencesDr. Jean Shankweiler, DeanOffice - Life Science Building, Room 101310-660-3343The Division of Natural Sciences offers instruction in the biolog-

ical and physical sciences for science and non-science majors. Thedivision is comprised of six areas: astronomy, chemistry, earthsciences, environmental horticulture, life sciences, and physics.Earth sciences courses are offered in geography, geology, andoceanography. Life sciences courses are offered in anatomy, biol-ogy, field studies, microbiology, and physiology. The division pro-vides a comprehensive lower division curriculum for sciencemajors preparing to transfer to four-year universities. Also provid-ed are general education courses that are designed to allow stu-dents to understand and apply the scientific method and to under-stand basic underlying principles of nature and the relevance totheir lives. The division maintains a planetarium and observatory with sev-

eral telescopes for its instructional program in astronomy and forpublic outreach. With the Chronos star projector, faculty are ableto display a realistic sky of the past, present, and future from dif-ferent locations in the solar system. There are monthly openhouses at the observatory and, when possible, planetarium showsare provided for schools and the public.

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Associate Degree

Associate DegreeDefinition of Associate DegreeThe Associate Degree leads students through patterns of learn-

ing experiences designed to develop certain capabilities andinsights. Among these are the ability to think critically and to com-municate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; to usemathematics; to understand the modes of inquiry of the major dis-ciplines; to be aware of other cultures and times; to achieveinsights gained through experience in thinking about ethical prob-lems; to find, evaluate, use, and communicate information in var-ious formats; and to develop the capacity for self-understanding.In addition to these accomplishments, the student shall possesssufficient depth in some field of knowledge to contribute to life-time interest.An Associate in Arts degree is granted in a discipline in which

behavioral sciences, fine arts, human movement, humanities,public affairs, or social sciences are integral within the academicarea.An Associate in Science degree is granted in a discipline in

which scientific thought and investigation are integral within theacademic area or where there is emphasis on the application ofmathematics, science, or technology.

Philosophy for Associate Degree andGeneral EducationBoard Policy 4025El Camino College recognizes the importance of the individual

to the local, state, national, and international communities. TheCollege, through the awarding of an associate degree, strives tocreate an environment which stimulates greater individual cre-ativity and achievement, personal and social responsibility, aswell as ethical and technological awareness. The degree require-ments lead students through patterns of learning experiencesdesigned to develop certain capabilities and insights through gen-eral education and sufficient depth in a specific field of knowl-edge.El Camino College recognizes the need to provide a multi-

dimensional, multicultural, and integrative general education cur-riculum, as the core of the associate degree. With this objectivein mind, El Camino College pledges to develop and maintain ageneral education curriculum that promotes critical thinking andanalytical skills, clear and precise expression, cultural and artisticsensitivity, personal growth, health, and self-understanding. Gen-eral education curriculum will enhance appreciation and under-standing of the scientific method and the relationships betweenscience and other human activities. It will also develop an under-standing of methods of inquiry regarding human behavior, fosteran appreciation of how societies and social groups operate, anddevelop awareness of the ways people throughout the ages haveresponded to themselves and the world around them in artisticand cultural creations.

General Education Criteria for Associate in Arts andAssociate in Science Degrees

1. Natural Sciences. Courses in the natural sciences are thosewhich examine the physical universe, its life forms, and its natu-ral phenomena. To satisfy the general education requirement innatural sciences, a course shall be designed to help the studentdevelop an appreciation and understanding of the scientificmethod and encourage an understanding of the relationshipsbetween science and other human activities.

This category would include introductory or integrative coursesin astronomy, biology, chemistry, general physical science, geolo-gy, meteorology, oceanography, physical geography, physicalanthropology, physics, and other scientific disciplines whichemphasize experimental methodology, the testing of hypotheses,and the power of systematic questioning, rather than only therecall of facts. Courses which focus on personal, practical, orapplied aspects are not suitable for this category.

2. Social and Behavioral Sciences. Courses in the social andbehavioral sciences promote an appreciation and understanding ofhow members of diverse societies operate or have operated asindividuals and social groups. To satisfy the general educationrequirement in social and behavioral sciences, a course shalldevelop an awareness of methods of inquiry and stimulate criticalthinking about the ways in which people act and interact withinsocial and cultural contexts.This category would include introductory or integrative survey

courses such as child development, cultural anthropology, cultur-al geography, economics, family and consumer studies, history,political science, psychology, sociology, and related disciplines.

3. Humanities. Courses in the humanities are those that pro-mote an appreciation of the cultural activities and artistic expres-sions of human beings. To satisfy the general education require-ment in humanities, a course shall develop the student’s aware-ness of the ways that people throughout the ages have artisticallyand culturally responded to themselves and the world aroundthem and shall develop the student’s aesthetic understanding andability to make value judgments. This category would include introductory or integrative courses

in the arts, foreign languages, literature, philosophy, and religion.4. Language and Rationality. Courses in language and ration-

ality are those that develop for the student the principles andapplications of language toward logical thought, clear and preciseexpression, and critical evaluation.

A. English Composition. Courses that fulfill the written com-position requirement shall focus primarily on both expository andargumentative writing.

B. Communication and Analytical Thinking. Courses thatfulfill the communication and analytical thinking requirementshall include oral communications, written communications, crit-ical reasoning, mathematics, logic, statistics, and computer lan-guages and programming.

5. Health and Physical Education. Courses in health andphysical education promote lifelong understanding of the basichuman need for development and maintenance of good personalhealth and fitness. To satisfy the general education requirementin health education, a course shall help the student developknowledge of personal health through the examination of health-related social problems, potential preventative strategies, andmediating actions. A physical education course shall establish afoundation for regular life-long physical activity and provideopportunities for a student to develop competencies in activitiesthat promote movement, reduce disease risk, and improve overallquality of life.

6. Mathematics Competency. A course satisfies the Mathe-matics Competency requirement if it integrates numeric, symbol-ic, functional, and spatial reasoning concepts, and enables stu-dents to apply their knowledge of mathematics to solve mathe-matical problems and to judge the reasonableness of their resultsin meaningful and authentic applications. A course satisfying theMathematics Competency must have the same rigor and be at orabove the level of difficulty of intermediate algebra.

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GraduationTo receive an Associate in Arts or an Associate in Science degree

from El Camino College, a student must complete at least 60 unitsin degree applicable college courses which must include generaleducation requirements and course work in an approved transfermajor or associate degree program. Course work toward thedegree must be completed with a cumulative grade point average(GPA) of 2.00 or higher. A minimum of 12 of the required 60degree applicable units must be successfully completed at ElCamino College. A notation of “Graduation with Honors” isearned with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.Students must file an Intent to Graduate From in the evaluations

area located in the Admissions Office by the deadline date pub-lished in the schedule of classes.

Evaluation of Completion of RequirementsStudents who want to graduate from El Camino College with an

Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree must file an Intentto Graduate form, which is evaluated according to the followingconditions:1. Catalog requirement – Degree requirements are derived from

the catalog in effect at the time the student entered El Camino Col-lege or from the current catalog, following the Catalog Rightsguidelines (described below). Each catalog is in effect during theacademic year for which it was published (fall semester throughthe summer session).2. Residency requirement – A minimum of 12 of the required

degree applicable units must be successfully completed at ElCamino College.3. Unit requirement – Sixty (60) degree applicable units are

required for the associate degree, including appropriate generaleducation and major requirements.4. General Education requirement - Coursework toward the

degree must be completed with a cumulative grade point average(GPA) of 2.0 or higher in work at El Camino College and in workcompleted at all colleges.5. English requirement - A minimum grade of “C” in a Freshman

Composition course.

6. Mathematics requirement - A minimum grade of “C” in anIntermediate Algebra course.7. Major requirement - A minimum grade of “C” in all courses

toward the major.

Catalog RightsBoard Policy 4100.1The El Camino College Catalog specifies the general education,

major, and unit requirements which the student must satisfy toqualify for an Associate Degree, a Certificate of Achievement, ora Certificate of Accomplishment. Students who have maintainedcontinuous enrollment may choose to graduate under the catalogrequirements in effect either 1) at the time they began attendingEl Camino College continuously or 2) at the time they graduatefrom El Camino College. For degree and certificate purposes, con-tinuous enrollment is defined as enrolling at El Camino College atleast one semester (excluding summer and winter terms) each aca-demic year and receiving a letter grade, a ‘W’, P/NP designationon the transcript.

Double MajorStudents may receive a double major upon completion of the

major requirements for the second major.

Second DegreeStudents may receive both an Associate in Arts and an Associ-

ate in Science Degree upon the completion of the specific generaleducation and major requirements for each degree as stated in thecatalog.

General InformationSome courses listed in the associate degree requirements may

not transfer to a four-year college or university. Please refer to thecourse notations listed in the curriculum section of this catalog.All degrees require a total of 60 units with no fewer than 18units in the major and appropriate general education courses asindicated on the A.A. or A.S. degree patterns that follow.


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Administration of Justice*AnthropologyArtChildhood Education*Communication StudiesDanceEconomicsEnglishEthnic StudiesFilm/Video*FrenchGeneral StudiesHistoryJapaneseJournalism*Liberal Studies (Elementary School Teaching)MusicParalegal Studies*PhilosophyPhysical EducationPolitical SciencePsychologyReal Estate*RecreationSign Language/Interpreter Training*SociologySpanishTheatre

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Associate in Science Degree

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration*Architecture*AstronomyAutomotive Collision Repair/Painting*Automotive Technology*BiologyBusiness:Accounting*Business Administration*Business Management*Marketing*Office Administration*ChemistryComputer Aided Design/Drafting*Computer Information Systems*Computer ScienceConstruction Technology*Cosmetology*Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology*Engineering Technology*Environmental Horticulture*Fashion*Fire and Emergency Technology*General ScienceGeographyGeologyIndustrial TechnologyLaboratory Technician (Medical)*Machine Tool Technology*Manufacturing Technology*MathematicsNursing*Photography*Physical SciencePhysicsPre-DentistryPre-EngineeringPre-MedicinePre-NursingPre-OptometryPre-PharmacyRadiologic Technology*Respiratory Care*Welding*

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Associate in Arts DegreeA. A. Degree RequirementsRefer to Page 34 for general requirements. Complete require-ments specified under Section A, Section B, and Section C.

Section A - General Education RequirementsA student has three options to complete the General EducationRequirements.

OPTION I is designed for students completing the El CaminoCollege major.

OPTION II is designed for students completing CSU GEBreadth transfer requirements.

OPTION III is designed for students completing CSU/UC(IGETC) transfer requirements.

OPTION I: EL CAMINO COLLEGE REQUIREMENTSComplete the specified number of units in categories 1

through 5 and the mathematics competency requirement incategory 6.1. NATURAL SCIENCES: minimum of 3 semester unitsAnatomy 30, 32Anatomy and Physiology 34A, 34BAnthropology 1, 5Astronomy 12, 20, 25Biology 8, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 101, 102, 103, 104Biotechnology 1, 2Chemistry 1A, 1B, 4, 7A, 7B, 20, 21A, 21BGeography 1, 6, 9Geology 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 15, 30, 32, 34, 36Microbiology 33Oceanography 10Physical Science 25Physics 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 11, 12Physiology 31Psychology 72. SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE: minimum of 9semester unitsOne course from A, one course from B, and one coursefrom C:A. American Studies 7History 101, 102, 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 122, 128Women’s Studies 1B. Political Science 1, 5, 6, 8C. Anthropology 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12Business 17, 22Child Development 103, 104Communication Studies 5, 11, 14Economics 1, 2, 5Ethnic Studies 1Geography 2, 5, 7Global Studies 101History 114, 129, 140, 141, 143, 145, 152, 154, 162, 163, 165,175, 176, 178, 183, 184, 190History of Science 11Journalism 12, 21Political Science 2, 3, 10Psychology 2, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 15, 16, 22Sociology 101, 102, 104, 107, 108, 1123. HUMANITIES: minimum of 3 semester unitsArchitecture 104Art 1, 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 9, 108, 109, 150Chinese 1, 2, 24Communication Studies 8Dance 1, 3English 1B, 10, 12, 15A, 15B, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30,

31, 33, 34, 35, 36, 39, 40A, 40B, 41A, 41B, 42, 43, 44, 46, 47, 48Fashion 31Film/Video 1, 3, 51, 52, 53, 54abcFrench 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 24German 1, 2, 3Humanities 1Italian 1, 2, 24Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4, 25Music 1, 3, 11, 12, 13, 15A, 15B, 16, 17Philosophy 2, 3, 7, 10, 11, 12, 14, 23Photography 150Sign Language/Interpreter Training 15, 16, 17A, 17B, 202Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 24, 52A, 52BTheatre 1, 4, 84. LANGUAGE AND RATIONALITY: minimum of 6 unitsOne course from A and one course from B:A. English Composition:Business 27, 28English 1AJournalism 1B. Communication and Analytical Thinking:Business 29Communication Studies 1, 3, 4, 5, 11, 12, 14Computer Information Systems 13, 16, 80Computer Science 1, 10English 1B, 1CJournalism 12Mathematics 73, 80, 110, 111, 115, 116, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160,161, 170, 180, 190, 191, 210, 220, 270Philosophy 5, 8Psychology 3, 9ASociology 109Supervision 275. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION: minimum of 3semester unitsContemporary Health 1Human Development 10Psychology 2, 16, 22Physical Education 260Physical Activity or Fitness Courses:Dance 9ab, 10, 12abcd, 14ab, 16ab, 17abcd, 19ab, 20abcd,21abcd, 22ab, 23abcd, 25abcd, 26abcd, 32ab, 33abcd, 35abcd,42ab, 43abcd, 51ab, 52abcd, 53ab, 54abcd, 61ab, 62abcd, 71ab,72abcdPhysical Education 1abcd, 2abcd, 3abcd, 4abcd, 5abc, 6abc,7abcd, 14abcd, 15abc, 16abc, 20abc, 21abc, 25abc, 26abc,35abc, 36abc, 45abc, 46abc, 47abcd, 54abcd, 57abc, 58abc,60abc, 61abc, 65abc, 66abc, 70abc, 71abc, 74abcd, 75abc,76abc, 80abc, 81abc, 85abc, 86abc, 87abc, 101abcd, 102abcd,105abc, 106abc, 110abc, 111abc, 115abc, 116abc, 120abc,121abc, 125abc, 126abc, 130abc, 131abc, 132abc, 133abc,135abcd, 204abcd, 208abcd, 218abcd, 221abcd, 224abcd,232abcd, 233abc, 238abcd, 240abcd, 241abcd, 244abcd,245abcd, 246abcd, 250abcd, 251abcd, 253abcd, 256abcd, 275,280, 282abcd, 285abcd, 300abcd, 302abcd, 400abcd, 401abcd,402abcd, 404abcd, 407abcd, 409abcdNutrition and Foods 11(This category may be exempted by one of the following:1) Pass the Contemporary Health waiver exam; or2) Approval of a petition for military service credit.)

6. MATHEMATICS COMPETENCYPass the Mathematics Competency Test (a process separatefrom mathematics placement), which covers intermediate alge-bra, or satisfactorily complete one of the approved courses forthis category.Mathematics 73, 80, 110, 111, 115, 116, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160,161, 170, 180, 190, 191, 210, 220, 270

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Psychology 9ASociology 109

OPTION II: CSU TRANSFER REQUIREMENTSSee page 39 of this catalog.

OPTION III: CSU/UC (IGETC) REQUIREMENTSSee page 40 of this catalog.

Section B - Major RequirementsSatisfy either the El Camino College Major option or the Trans-

fer Major option.El Camino College MajorComplete the courses specified for one of the majors listed

alphabetically in Section IV, Curriculum, of this College catalog.Transfer MajorComplete the lower division transfer major requirements for an

accredited four-year college or university. If there are no lowerdivision requirements in the transfer major or if the requirementsfor the transfer major are less than 18 units, students must com-plete an El Camino College major.

Section C - ElectivesEl Camino College MajorTo reach the total of 60 degree applicable units required for

graduation, students must choose electives from degree applicablecourses. Students may count only 6 units of Physical Educationas elective credit for graduation.

Transfer Major60 degree applicable units are required for graduation. To qual-

ify for transfer to CSU or UC, electives must be chosen from trans-ferable courses. Students may count only 4 units of Physical Edu-cation as transfer credit.

Associate in Science DegreeA. S. Degree RequirementsRefer to Page 34 for general requirements. Complete require-ments specified under Section A, Section B, and Section C.

Section A - General EducationRequirementsA student has three options to complete the General EducationRequirements.

OPTION I is designed for students completing the El Camino Col-lege major.

OPTION II is designed for students completing CSU GE Breadthtransfer requirements.

OPTION III is designed for students completing CSU/UC(IGETC) transfer requirements.

OPTION I: EL CAMINO COLLEGE REQUIREMENTSComplete the specified number of units in categories 1 through

5 and the mathematics competency requirement in category 6.1. NATURAL SCIENCES: minimum of 3 semester unitsAnatomy 30, 32Anatomy and Physiology 34A, 34BAnthropology 1, 5Astronomy 12, 20, 25Biology 8, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 101, 102, 103, 104Biotechnology 1, 2Chemistry 1A, 1B, 4, 7A, 7B, 20, 21A, 21BGeography 1, 6, 9Geology 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 15, 30, 32, 34, 36Microbiology 33Oceanography 10

Physical Science 25Physics 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A, 2B, 3A, 11Physiology 31Psychology 72. SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE: minimum of 3semester unitsOne course from A or B, or C:A. American Studies 7History 101, 102, 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 122, 128Women’s Studies 1B. Political Science 1, 5, 6, 8C. Anthropology 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12Business 17, 22Child Development 103, 104Communication Studies 5, 11, 14Economics 1, 2, 5Ethnic Studies 1Geography 2, 5, 7Global Studies 101History 114, 129, 140, 141, 143, 145, 152, 154, 162, 163, 165, 175,176, 178, 183, 184, 190History of Science 11Journalism 12Political Science 2, 3, 10Psychology 2, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 15, 16, 21, 22Sociology 101, 102, 104, 107, 108, 1123. HUMANITIES: minimum of 3 semester unitsArchitecture 104Art 1, 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 9, 108, 109, 150Chinese 1, 2, 24Communication Studies 8Dance 1, 3English 1B, 10, 12, 15A, 15B, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30,31, 33, 34, 35, 36, 39, 40A, 40B, 41A, 41B, 42, 43, 44, 46, 47, 48Fashion 31Film/Video 1, 3, 51, 52, 53, 54abcFrench 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 24German 1, 2, 3Humanities 1Italian 1, 2, 24Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4, 25Music 1, 11, 12, 13, 15A, 15B, 16, 17Philosophy 2, 3, 7, 10, 11, 12, 14, 23Photography 150Sign Language/Interpreter Training 15, 16, 17A, 17B, 202Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 24, 52A, 52BTheatre 1, 4, 84. LANGUAGE AND RATIONALITY: minimum of 6 unitsOne course from A and one course from B:A. English Composition:Business 27, 28English 1AJournalism 1B. Communication and Analytical Thinking:Business 29Communication Studies 1, 3, 4, 5, 11, 12, 14Computer Information Systems 13, 16, 80Computer Science 1, 10English 1B, 1CJournalism 12Mathematics 73, 80, 110, 111, 115, 116, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160,161, 170, 180, 190,191, 210, 220, 270Philosophy 5, 8Psychology 3, 9ASociology 109Supervision 27

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5. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION: minimum of 3semester unitsContemporary Health 1Human Development 10Nutrition and Foods 11Physical Activity or Fitness Courses:Dance 9ab, 10, 12abcd, 14ab, 16ab, 17abcd, 19ab, 20abcd, 21abcd,22ab, 23abcd, 25abcd, 26abcd, 32ab, 33abcd, 35abcd, 42ab,43abcd, 51ab, 52abcd, 53ab, 54abcd, 61ab, 62abcd, 71ab, 72abcdPhysical Education 1abcd, 2abcd, 3abcd, 4abcd, 5abc, 6abc,7abcd, 14abcd, 15abc, 16abc, 20abc, 21abc, 25abc, 26abc, 35abc,36abc, 45abc, 46abc, 47abcd, 54abcd, 57abc, 58abc, 60abc, 61abc,65abc, 66abc, 70abc, 71abc, 74abcd, 75abc, 76abc, 80abc, 81abc,85abc, 86abc, 87abc, 101abcd, 102abcd, 105abc, 106abc, 110abc,111abc, 115abc, 116abc, 120abc, 121abc, 125abc, 126abc, 130abc,131abc, 132abc, 133abc, 135abcd, 204abcd, 208abcd, 218abcd,221abcd, 224abcd, 232abcd, 233abc, 238abcd, 240abcd, 241abcd,244abcd, 245abcd, 246abcd, 250abcd, 251abcd, 253abcd,256abcd, 275, 280, 282abcd, 285abcd, 300abcd, 302abcd,400abcd, 401abcd, 402abcd, 404abcd, 407abcd, 409abcdPhysical Education 260Psychology 2, 16, 22(This category may be exempted by one of the following:1) Pass the Contemporary Health waiver exam; or2) Approval of a petition for military service credit; or3) Completion of Nursing 151 and 155.)

6. MATHEMATICS COMPETENCYPass the Mathematics Competency Test (a process separatefrom mathematics placement), which covers intermediate alge-bra, or satisfactorily complete one of the approved courses forthis category.Mathematics 73, 80, 110, 111, 115, 116, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160,161, 170, 180, 190, 191, 210, 220, 270Psychology 9ASociology 109

OPTION II: CSU TRANSFER REQUIREMENTSSee page 40 of this catalog.

OPTION III: CSU/UC (IGETC) REQUIREMENTSSee page 42 of this catalog.

Section B - Major RequirementsSatisfy either the El Camino College Major option or the Trans-

fer Major option.El Camino College MajorComplete the courses specified for one of the majors listed

alphabetically in Section IV, Curriculum, of this College catalog.Transfer MajorComplete the lower division transfer major requirements for an

accredited four-year college or university. If there are no lowerdivision requirements in the transfer major or if the requirementsfor the transfer major are less than 18 units, students must com-plete an El Camino College major.

Section C - ElectivesEl Camino College MajorTo reach the total of 60 degree applicable units required for

graduation, students must choose electives from degree applicablecourses. Students may count only six units of Physical Educationas elective credit for graduation.

Transfer Major60 degree applicable units are required for graduation. To qual-

ify for transfer to CSU or UC, electives must be chosen from trans-ferable courses. Students may count only four units of PhysicalEducation as transfer credit.

CertificatesEl Camino College offers a variety of certificate programs. A

Certificate of Achievement is recorded on a student’s transcript.A Certificate of Accomplishment is not recorded on the transcript.Each of the programs requires completion of courses in a partic-

ular field. Unlike degree programs, courses outside the field arenot generally required. For specific certificate requirements, con-sult Section IV, Curriculum, of this catalog.Students must file a petition for a certificate in the evaluations

area, which is located in the Admissions Office, by the deadlinedate published in the schedule of classes.

Certificate of Achievementq A Certificate of Achievement is awarded to students who

complete the prescribed program with a 2.0 grade pointaverage.

q A Certificate of Achievement with Honors is awarded tostudents who complete the prescribed program with a 3.0grade point average.

q A Certificate of Achievement with High Honors is award-ed to students who complete the prescribed program witha 3.5 grade point average or above.

Certificate of Accomplishmentq A Certificate of Accomplishment is awarded to students

who complete the prescribed program with a 2.0 gradepoint average or above.

Certificates of Achievement andAccomplishment ProgramsCertificates of AchievementAdministration of JusticeAir Conditioning and Refrigeration/Heating, Ventilation, andAir Conditioning (HVAC) and RefrigerationArchitectureArt/Digital Arts: Computer AnimationArt/Digital Arts: Digital PhotographyArt/Digital Arts: Graphic DesignArt/Digital Arts: IllustrationArt/Digital Arts: Motion GraphicsArt/Digital Arts: Web DesignArt/Gallery ManagementArt/Jewelry Design and FabricationAutomotive Collision Repair/Painting IAutomotive Collision Repair/Painting IIAutomotive Technology/Automotive Technician IAutomotive Technology/Automotive Technician IIBusiness/AccountingBusiness/Bookkeeping ClerkBusiness/Business ManagementBusiness/MarketingBusiness/Office Applications SpecialistBusiness/Retail ManagementChildhood Education/Early Childhood EducationChildhood Education/Early Intervention AssistantChildhood Education/Special Education AssistantComputer Aided Design/DraftingComputer Information Systems/MicrocomputerApplications

Computer Information Systems/Microcomputer Supportand Network Management

Computer ScienceConstruction TechnologyConstruction Technology/Cabinet and Fine Woodworking

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Certificates of AccomplishmentAdministration of Justice/Security OfficerAutomotive Collision Repair/Painting/Automotive Accident ReconstructionAutomotive Collision Repair/Painting/Automotive Collision InvestigationAutomotive Technology/Automotive Air Conditioning TechnicianAutomotive Technology/Automotive Brakes andSuspension TechnicianAutomotive Technology/Automotive Engine Rebuilding and Repair TechnicianAutomotive Technology/Automotive Transmission andDrive Train TechnicianComputer Aided Design/Drafting -AutoCad Mechanical Drafting TraineeCosmetology Level IElectronics and Computer Hardware Technology/COMPTIA Computer Hardware TechnicianElectronics and Computer Hardware Technology/Computer Hardware TechnicianElectronics and Computer Hardware Technician/Electronics TechnicianElectronics and Computer Hardware Technology/Powerline Industry ReadinessElectronics and Computer Hardware Technology/RoboticsRadiologic Technology

Evaluation of Completion of RequirementsThe Certificate of Achievement or the Certificate of Accom-

plishment will be evaluated according to the following conditions:1. Catalog requirement: Certificate requirements are derived

from the catalog in effect at the time the student entered ElCamino College or from the current catalog, following the CatalogRights guidelines. (Please refer to the Associate Degree section ofthis catalog.) Each catalog is in effect during the academic year forwhich it is published (fall semester through the summer session).2. Residency requirement: Individual certificates specifically

state the required number of units that must be completed at ElCamino College.

Preparation for TransferStudents who wish to transfer to a four-year university or col-

lege should complete admission requirements at the communitycollege prior to transfering. Requirements vary among institu-tions. Therefore, students should become familiar with the cours-es for 1) general education, 2) major preparation, 3) admissionrequirements to meet minimum eligibility and selective majors,and 4) Grade Point Average (GPA) needed for admission.Since requirements can change from year to year, it is to the stu-

dent’s advantage to select a transfer institution as early as possibleand meet with an academic counselor, transfer center advisor, theuniversity representative, and/or articulation officer for updatedinformation. Students are encouraged to view the ASSIST websiteat www.assist.org, which provides the most up-to-date informa-tion on course articulation for California public universities.In addition, students are welcome to visit the Transfer Center in

the Student Services Center building. The Transfer Center offersa variety of services to assist students with the transfer processsuch as workshops, university fairs, campus tours, applicationassistance, and university contacts.

ASSIST(Articulation System Stimulating Interinstitutional Student Transfer)ASSIST is a computerized student-transfer information system

that can be accessed over the World Wide Web. It displays reportsof how course credits earned at one California college can beapplied at the receiving institution. ASSIST is the official reposito-ry of articulation for California’s public colleges and universitiesand therefore the most accurate and up-to-date information avail-able about student transfer in California. For additional informa-tion regarding ASSIST, visit the Career and Transfer Center or theASSIST website at www.assist.org.

California State UniversityThe California State University system consists of 23 campuses

located throughout the state. While each campus within the sys-tem has its own unique geographic and academic character, allcampuses offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees in a variety ofsubject areas.

California State University Admission Requirements1. Lower Division Transfer Requirements:Students who have completed 60 or fewer transferable semester

units (or 89 or fewer transferable quarter units) with a 2.0 gradepoint average by the time of entry to a CSU are considered a lowerdivision applicant. Students are eligible for admission if they:q Were eligible as a freshman at the time of high school

graduation andq Were in good standing at the last college or university

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Some campuses may also expect students to complete, with a Cor better, general education courses in English composition andgeneral education mathematics prior to admission. Studentsshould check the individual transfer campus to see if the campusis accepting lower division transfers at www.csumentor.edu.2. Upper Division Transfer Requirements:Students that have at least 60 transferable semester units (or 90

transferable quarter units) with a 2.0 grade point average (2.4 fornon-residents) completed by the time of entry to a CSU, are con-sidered an upper division applicant. Applicants are eligible foradmission to the CSU if they:q Are in good standing at the last college or university

attended andq Have completed 30 units of general education to include:

one course in written communication, one course in oralcommunication, one course in critical thinking, and onetransferable course in mathematics. The four coursesmust be completed with a grade of C or better.

Campuses that are impacted have supplemental admission cri-teria. Students should meet with a counselor and visit: www.cal-state.edu/SAS/impactioninfo.shtml for additional information.

CSU General Education Breadth RequirementsGeneral Education Breadth Requirements are designed so that,

students may take lower devision general education courses at aCalifornia community college such that when a student transfers,the student will have completed most, if not all, of the lower divi-sion general education requirements.

CertificationCertification means that El Camino College has verified that the

student has completed the lower division general educationrequirements for the CSU. For full certification, students mustcomplete 39 units from Categories A through E of the CSU Gen-eral Education Requirements. Twelve of the 39 units must becompleted at El Camino College. CSU certification may berequested at the Records Window. Courses may be listed in mul-tiple categories, but can only be certified in one area.

CSU General Education RequirementsArea A - Communication in the English Language andCritical Thinking (9 units required)One course from each subsection. 1. Communication Studies 1, 3, 4, 122. English 1A3. English 1C, Philosophy 5, 8, Psychology 3,Communication Studies 4

Area B - Physical Universe and its Life Forms(minimum 9 units)One course must be completed from each subsections; one

course must include a laboratory (marked by *).Note: an entry level mathematics Examination (ELM) is

required by CSU unless the student is certified in area B3 by acommunity college.

1. Physical Sciences:Astronomy 12*, 20, 25Chemistry 1A*, 4*, 20*, 21A*Geography 1, 6*, 9Geology 1, 2, 3*, 4*, 6*, 15, 30*, 32*, 34*, 36*Oceanography 10*Physical Science 25*Physics 1A*, 2A*, 3A*, 3B*, 11, 12*

2. Life Sciences:Anatomy 30*, 32*Anatomy and Physiology 34A*, 34B*Anthropology 1, 5*Biology 8*, 10*, 11*, 12*, 15, 16*, 17, 18*, 101*, 102*, 103

Psychology 73. The courses listed above in B.1. and B.2. marked with

an asterisk meet the laboratory requirement.4. Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning:Mathematics 110, 111, 115, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160, 170,180, 190, 210 Psychology 9ASociology 109

Area C - Arts, Literature, Philosophy and Foreign Languages (minimum 9 units)At least one course from subsection 1 and one course from sub-

section 2.1. Arts:Architecture 104Art 1, 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 9, 108, 109, 150Communication Studies 8Dance 1, 3Film/Video 1, 54abcMusic 11, 12, 13, 15A, 15BTheater 1, 4, 8

2. Humanities:American Studies 7Chinese 1, 2, 24English 1B, 10, 12, 15A, 15B, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24A, 25A,26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 34, 35, 36, 39, 40A, 40B, 41A,41B, 42, 43, 44, 46, 47, 48Film/Video 52, 53French 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 24German 1, 2, 3History 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 128, 140, 141, 145, 152,178, 184Humanities 1Italian 1, 2, 24Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4, 25Philosophy 2, 3, 7, 10, 11, 23Sign Language/Interpreter Training 15, 16, 17A, 17B, 202Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 24, 52A, 52B

Area D - Social, Political and Economic Institutions andBehavior; Historical Background (minimum 9 units)Courses must be selected from at least two different subsec-

tions. Courses listed in more than one subsection can be used forcredit in one subsection only.

1. Anthropology and Archaeology:Anthropology 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

2. Economics:Economics 1, 2, 5

3. Ethnic Studies:American Studies 3Communication Studies 14Ethnic Studies 1History 108, 110, 111, 112, 122Political Science 5Psychology 10Sociology 107

4. Gender Studies:Anthropology 9History 105, 106Women’s Studies 1

5. Geography:Geography 2, 5, 7

6. History:History 101, 102, 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 122, 128, 129,140, 141, 143, 145, 152, 154, 162, 163, 165, 175, 176, 177,178, 183, 184History of Science 11

7. Interdisciplinary Social/Behavioral Science:American Studies 7

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8. Political Science, Government and Legal Institutions:Political Science 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10

9. Psychology:Physical Education 275Psychology 2, 5, 8, 9B, 10, 12, 15, 16, 21, 22(same as Physical Education 275)

10. Sociology and Criminology:Sociology 101, 102, 104, 107, 108, 112

Area E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development(3 units)Child Development 103Contemporary Health 1Human Development 10Nutrition and Foods 11Physical Education 280Psychology 2, 12, 16, 22 (same as Physical Education 275), 33Sociology 102

One unit may be taken from: Physical Education 1abcd, 2abcd,3abcd, 4abcd, 7abcd, 47abcd, 54abcd, 57abc, 58abc, 70abc, 71abc,74abcd, 80abc, 81abc, 101abcd, 102abcd, 110abcd, 111abcd,132abcd, 133abc, 204abcd, 220abcd, 221abcd, 224abcd, 232abcd,233abcd, 234abcd, 238abcd, 240abcd, 241abcd, 242abcd,246abcd, 250abcd, 251abcd, 253abcd, 256abcd, 260, 300abcd,400abcd, 401abcd, 402abcd, 403abcd , 407abcd, 409abcd(Warning: an Area E approved two-unit course would be required

with one of these one-unit courses to meet the 3 unit minimum. ElCamino College does not currently offer an approved 2-unit course inthis area. See your counselor for further information.)

All CSU campuses have a graduation requirement in U.S. His-tory, Constitution, and American Ideals of 6 semester units. Onecourse is required from Group 1 and one course is required fromGroup 2.

Group 1: History 101, 102, 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 122Group 2: Political Science 1, 8

University of CaliforniaThe University of California has 10 campuses located through-

out the state. Each campus within the system has its own uniquegeographic and academic character. The university offers bache-lor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in a variety of subject areas.

University of California Admission RequirementsTo be minimally eligible for admission to the University as a

transfer student, a student must fulfill the following criteria:A. Complete 60 UC transferable semester units (90 quarterunits) with a minimum GPA of 2.4 (2.8 for non-residents).B. Complete the following course pattern requirements, earninga grade of C or better in each course: two transferable collegecourses in English composition; one transferable college coursein mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning; four trans-ferable college courses chosen from at least two of the followingsubject areas: arts and humanities, social and behavioral sci-ences, and physical and biological sciences. Note: The IGETCGeneral Education Transfer Pattern will meet these courserequirements. However, some students, depending on thetransfer major and university, may not be well served by follow-ing IGETC.C. Complete as many major preparation courses as possible.Major preparation may be viewed at www.assist.org. Note:Selective majors are requiring certain courses to be completedbefore transfer with a higher grade point average.

The University of California allows up to 70 UC transferableunits from a community college. Students who complete morethan 70 units at the community college may still complete cours-es to fulfill course requirements but will not be able to transfermore than the 70 units of credit to the University.

Intersegmental General Education TransferCurriculum (IGETC)

The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum(IGETC) is a series of courses prospective transfer students attend-ing California community colleges may complete at the communi-ty college to satisfy the lower division breadth/general educationrequirements at both the University of California and the Califor-nia State University.Students have the option of completing the IGETC or the specif-

ic lower division breadth/general education requirements of theschool or college at the campus they plan to attend. The IGETCmust be completed prior to transfer. The University has an agree-ment with each California community college that specifies whichof its courses may be applied to each category of the IGETC. Allcourses must be completed with a grade of C or better.The IGETC is most helpful to students who want to keep their

options open. Certain students, however, will not be well servedby following IGETC. Students, who intend to transfer into majorsthat require extensive lower division preparation, such as those inengineering or the physical and natural sciences, should concen-trate on completing as many prerequisites for the major beforetransfer.The IGETC is not an admission requirement. Completing

IGETC does not guarantee admission to the campus or program ofchoice. However, completing the lower division breadth/generaleducation requirements, whether through the IGETC or the cam-pus specific requirements, may be considered by the campus inthe selection process. Students who do not complete the IGETCbefore transferring will be required to satisfy the campus-specificlower division general education requirements of the college theyattend.

CertificationCertification means that the last community college attended

prior to transfer will verify that the student has completed theentire IGETC pattern. It is the student’s responsibility to obtainfull certification during the last semester of attendance prior totransfer. IGETC certification may be requested at the RecordsWindow.

IGETC Course RequirementsArea 1: English CommunicationUC and CSU transfers complete groups A and B; Group C is

required for CSU transfers only.Group A: English 1AGroup B: One course from: English 1C, Philosophy 5, Psychol-

ogy 3; [The following two - course combinations acceptable ifEnglish 1B was taken prior to fall, 1993: English 1B and Philoso-phy 8 or English 1B and Psychology 3 (Psychology 3 standsalone if taken fall, 1992 or later)]Group C (CSU transfers only): One course from: Communica-

tion Studies 1, 3, 4, 12?Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative ReasoningOne course, 3 semester or 4-5 quarter units:Mathematics 115ø #, 120, 130+, 140, 150#, 160#, 161#, 180#,190#, 191#, 210, 220, 270Psychology 9A?Sociology 109?

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Area 3: Arts and HumanitiesThree courses, 9 semester or 12-15 quarter units; at least onecourse from Arts and one course from Humanities:A. Arts:Art 1, 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 9&, 108, 109, 150Dance 1$, 3°Film/Video 1&, 54abcMusic 11, 12, 13, 15A, 15BTheatre 1, 4B. Humanities:American Studies 7Chinese 2?, 24English 1B+, 10+, 12+, 15A, 15B, 18, 20, 21, 23, 26±, 28, 29,30, 31, 34, 35, 36, 39, 40A~, 40B~, 41A∑#, 41B∑, 42~, 44, 46ø,47, 48Film/Video 52, 53French 24±German 3History 101, 102, 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 122, 128, 140,141, 143, 145, 152, 154, 162, 163, 165, 175, 176, 177, 178, 184Humanities 1?Italian 24Japanese 2, 25Philosophy 2, 3, 7, 10, 11, 23Sign Language Interpreter Training 16?, 17A?, 202Spanish 52A∑, 52B∑, 24±

Area 4: Social and Behavioral SciencesThree courses, 9 semester or 12-15 quarter units, from at leasttwo disciplines or an interdisciplinary sequence:American Studies 7~Anthropology 2, 3, 4?, 6, 7?, 8°, 9?, 11?Child Development 103&Communication Studies 5?, 14?Economics 1, 2, 5#Ethnic Studies 1?Geography 2, 5, 7Global Studies 101History 101, 102, 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 122, 128, 129,140, 141, 143, 145, 152, 154, 162, 163, 165, 175, 176, 177, 178,183, 184History of Science 11©Journalism 12Political Science 1#, 2, 3, 5, 6±, 10Psychology 2, 5, 8, 10~, 11, 12?, 15?, 16∑, 21?Sociology 101, 102?, 104, 107?, 108, 112?Women’s Studies 1>

Area 5: Physical and Biological SciencesTwo courses, 7-9 semester or 9-12 quarter units; one physicalscience course, one biological science course; at least onecourse must include a laboratory (*indicates a lab course):A. Physical Sciences:Astronomy 12, 20#, 25#Chemistry 1A*, 1B*, 4*#, 7A*, 7B*, 20*#, 21A*, 21B*Geography 1, 6*, 9Geology 1, 2, 3*4*, 15^, 30*, 32*, 34*, 36*Oceanography 10*Physical Science 25?Physics 1A*#, 1B*#, 1C*#, 1D*#, 2A*#, 2B*#, 3A*>, 3B*$,11#, 12*#B. Biological Sciences:Anatomy 30*#, 32*#Anatomy and Physiology 34A*, 34B*Anthropology 1, 5Biology 8*$, 10*#, 11*>, 15, 16*, 17$, 18*$, 101*, 102*, 103$Microbiology 33*Physiology 31*#Psychology 7

UC Only: Language other than English: Proficiency equivalentto two years of high school study in the same language or at leastone semester of college level foreign language course work. Appropriate courses at El Camino College: Chinese 1, French 1,

German 1, Italian 1, Japanese 1, Sign Language Interpreter Train-ing 15?, Spanish 1.

CSU Only: Graduation requirement in American History andAmerican Institutions.

History: 101, 102, 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 122Institutions: Political Science 1, 8

+ Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 1993 or later.^ Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 1995 or later.~ Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall 1997 or later.> Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 1998 or later.$ Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 1999 or later.° Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 2000 or later.? Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 2001 or later.∑ Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 2002 or later.ø Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 2003 or later.& Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 2004 or later.© Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 2005 or later.± Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 2006 or later.? Indicates course only acceptable in this area if taken fall, 2007 or later.# Indicates that transfer credit may be limited by UC or CSU or both;please consult with a counselor.

Honors ProgramsAlpha Gamma SigmaAlpha Gamma Sigma, the Honor and Scholarship Society, is a

California Community College statewide organization founded tofoster, promote, maintain, and recognize scholastic achievementand service among community college students. The Alpha Phichapter of AGS at El Camino College attracts many students of allmajors desiring academic excellence. A student may attain initial membership by having completed

12 semester units from a recognized institution of higher educa-tion with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. Students joiningdirectly out of high school are asked to have a minimum GPA of3.5 at the high school level.Because AGS is also a club and one of the largest organizations

on campus, there are many opportunities for college and commu-nity involvement.Permanent (lifetime) Members of Alpha Gamma Sigma receive

a notation on their transcripts, a gold seal on their diplomas, andwear gold stoles during the commencement ceremonies. Perma-nent Member status may be achieved by completing 60 units (30completed at El Camino College) with a 3.5 GPA and regularmembership for at least one semester or by having a 3.25 GPAand regular membership for at least two semesters.Membership applications are accepted during the first six weeks

of each semester and are available in the Activities Center, at theAGS information table during club rush week, and at AGS gener-al meetings.

Dean’s ListTo qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must, in any one semes-

ter, complete 12 or more units with a grade point average of 3.5or higher. For further information, contact the office of the VicePresident, Academic Affairs.

Honors Transfer ProgramThe El Camino College Honors Transfer Program is designed to

better prepare the highly motivated student to transfer successful-ly to a university and complete a bachelor’s degree. The programprovides a unique learning environment which stresses scholasticexcellence and develops the academic awareness necessary toachieve this goal.


The major objective of the program is to prepare students fortransfer by focusing on enhanced writing, reading and studyskills. The Honors Transfer Program office is located in the Counsel-

ing Division, Student Services Center Building, first floor.

Honors Admission RequirementsA student must:1. Have a minimum 3.1 cumulative GPA from high school or, if

already in college, from at least 9 graded academic units;2. Be eligible for or have completed English 1A; and3. Complete an Honors Transfer Program application and sub-

mit all required materials.

Completion RequirementsA student must:1. Maintain a minimum 3.1 cumulative GPA in all courses;2. Complete a minimum of two semesters in the Honors Trans-

fer Program at El Camino College;3. Complete a minimum of five honors courses including at least

one honors course each semester until five honors courses arecompleted. English 1A must be completed (unless already com-pleted) during the first semester in the program;4. Attend four honors enrichment seminars during the program;5. Complete two scheduled half-hour (Educational Plan) coun-

seling appointments; and6. Complete the requirements necessary to be accepted by the

transfer institution in your major.

Honors Transfer AgreementsStudents who complete the El Camino College Honors Transfer

Program may take advantage of transfer agreements with a num-ber of colleges and universities. These transfer agreements mayinclude priority admission, scholarship opportunities, admissionto the university honors programs, library privileges and housingpriority. Colleges and universities involved in transfer agree-ments with El Camino College include UCLA, UC Irvine, LoyolaMarymount University, Pomona College, Occidental College, UCRiverside, UC Santa Cruz, Chapman University, Pitzer College,CSU Dominguez Hills, CSU Fullerton, Cal Poly Pomona, SanDiego State University, and CSU Long Beach.

Honors Transfer Program BenefitsBenefits include:

• Priority registration for all El Camino College classes• Close academic and social interaction with other highly motivat-ed honors students

• Enrollment in honors classes with smaller class size and taughtby outstanding faculty

• Designation of the Honors Transfer Program on the El CaminoCollege transcripts and on the El Camino College associatedegrees

• A parchment quality Award of Achievement upon programcompletion

• An honors program counselor, director and assistant for specialhelp and advisement

• Enrichment seminars which provide information leading to aca-demic and personal growth

• Increased chances of receiving scholarships• Special privileges offered by universities with which El CaminoCollege has an honors transfer agreement

Honors CurriculumHonors courses are academically enriched to intellectually stim-

ulate students, encourage independent, critical thinking and pro-mote close interaction between students and faculty.Honors courses are chosen to fulfill the requirements of the

associate degree as well as to transfer to UC, CSU and most otheruniversities. Thus, students in the Honors Transfer Program gen-erally complete the same number of courses as other studentsplanning to transfer. Honors sections are currently offered for thefollowing courses:Anthropology 1 - Introduction to Physical AnthropologyAnthropology 2 - Introduction to Cultural AnthropologyArt 6 - Cross-Cultural ArtAstronomy 25 - Stars and GalaxiesAstronomy 20 – The Solar SystemBiology 10 - Fundamentals of BiologyCommunication Studies 1 - Effective SpeakingCommunication Studies 3 - Group DiscussionCommunication Studies 4 - Argumentation and DebateCommunication Studies 12 - Interpersonal CommunicationEconomics 1 - Principles of Economics: MacroeconomicsEnglish 1A - Reading and CompositionEnglish 1B - Literature and CompositionEnglish 1C - Critical Thinking and CompositionFilm/Video1 - Film Analysis and AppreciationGeography 5 - World Regional GeographyHistory 101 - United States History to 1877History 102 - United States History from 1877 to the PresentHistory 122 - United States Social History:

Cultural Pluralism in AmericaMusic 12 - Music Cultures of the WorldOceanography 10 - Introduction to OceanographyPhilosophy 23 - Ethics, Law and SocietyPolitical Science 1 - Governments of the United States and

CaliforniaPolitical Science 10 - Introduction to International RelationsPsychology 5 - General PsychologySociology 101 - Principles of Sociology

In fulfilling the requirements for program completion, HonorsTransfer Program students may include up to two of the follow-ing honors-level courses: Biology 101, 102; Chemistry 1A, 1B;Computer Science 1; Mathematics 190, 191; and Physics 1A, 1B.

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Academic SupportHigh School EquivalentsMany courses and curricula offered at El Camino College are

based on the supposition that the student has completed the spe-cific high school courses generally included in the college prepara-tory program. If the student has not met the prerequisite to acourse, the individual should complete the equivalent El CaminoCollege course indicated here:

High School Course El Camino College CourseAlgebra, first year Mathematics 40 or

Mathematics 33and Mathematics 43

Algebra, second year Mathematics 73 or 80Geometry, one year Mathematics 60Trigonometry, one semester Mathematics 170Physics, one year Physics 11 and 12Chemistry, one year Chemistry 4Mechanical Drawing, one year Computer-Aided

Design/Drafting 5Language, two years in one First semester language

Tutorial ServicesThe Learning Resources Center Tutorial Program located in the

Library offers free drop-in tutoring for over 40 subjects. All tutor-ing is provided by highly trained, nationally certified tutors. Anyregistered El Camino College student can meet with a tutor on adrop-in basis. No reservations are required. Students may workwith tutors individually or in small groups. Drop-in tutoring forsome subjects may be available at other campus locations.

Distance EducationMany courses offered on the El Camino College campus may be

taken through the Distance Education program. Online coursesvia computer and the Web are offered. Distance Education cours-es are ideal for students who need a flexible class schedulebecause most of the coursework may be completed off campus. Students may register for Distance Education courses during

registration via www.elcamino.edu. For further information, stopin the Distance Education Office located in the SchauermanLibrary, East Wing, Lower Level, Room 76, call 310-660-6453, orvisit www.elcamino.edu/DistanceEd. Office hours during a regu-lar semester are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am. to 4:30 p.m.During the summer session, the office is closed on Fridays.

Study AbroadThe Study Abroad Program at El Camino College is designed to

foster international and multi-cultural understanding and enrich-ment for students enrolled in an academic program abroad. Stu-dents who participate in the program will experience other cul-tures first-hand in the host country of study.

Courses offered abroad encourage growth and innovation infine arts, foreign language, humanities, social sciences and otherareas. The global perspective acquired through a study abroadprogram will help students enhance their educational perspectiveand assist them in better understanding the international culturalsetting of California and the Pacific Rim.The Study Abroad Program is committed to providing a strong

academic foundation for students in foreign and overseas academ-ic programs while nurturing multi-cultural awareness of interrela-tionships among the global community of the 21st Century.Students who are eligible for Financial Aid may qualify for

grants and/or loans to cover cost of study abroad fees.

Cooperative Work Experience EducationCooperative Work Experience Education (CWEE) is a course

designed for students who are cross-training at their current work-site for upward mobility or possible career changes, as well asthose looking for entry-level occupational training through work-based learning experiences and internships. CWEE uses the entirecommunity as the laboratory, allowing students to apply theoreti-cal information learned in the classroom to practical problems atwork. It enables students to compare their personal goals andexpectations with specific career requirements and to learn fromprofessionals and technical experts working in their career field.Interested students must be employed or volunteering in a job

directly related to their major/career goal and concurrentlyenrolled or have completed a class in that major. Employers mustbe willing to let students engage in new learning experiences atwork and be willing to assist CWEE instructors in the preparationof learning objectives/evaluations. CWEE students must enroll ina minimum of 7 units (including CWEE). Students not enrolled in7 units should contact the appropriate Academic Affairs DivisionOffice. For more information, please refer to page 103.

Academic FreedomBoard Policy 4030The El Camino Community College District recognizes that

institutions of higher education are conducted for the commongood and not to further the interest of either the individual facul-ty member or the institution as a whole. The common gooddepends upon the free search for truth and its free expression.Academic freedom is essential to these purposes and applies toboth teaching and research. Academic freedom is essential tothese purposes and applies to both teaching and research. Aca-demic freedom is fundamental for the protection of the rights ofthe faculty member in teaching and of the student in learning. Itcarries with it responsibilities correlative with rights. According-ly, a faculty member shall have the freedom:1. To examine or endorse unpopular or controversial ideas

either in classroom teaching or in discussions with students as isappropriate to the course content, or in academic research or pub-lication, while recognizing the responsibility to be accurate, objec-tive and respectful of others. Faculty also have the responsibilityto grade students solely on the basis of evidence of knowledge ofthe material pertinent to the class and attainment of appropriateskills, or other generally accepted grading criteria, avoiding anybias generated by a student’s political outlook, religious belief orother personal attributes.2. To select or recommend the selection of course instructional

materials that may contain unpopular or controversial ideas, withthe correlative responsibility that these materials are pertinent forthe course.3. To speak or write as a citizen, provided that the faculty mem-

ber recognizes the special professional obligations of an educatorto be accurate, objective and respectful of others, and that the fac-ulty member takes care to avoid leaving the impression that he orshe is speaking for the college or the district.

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Academic Support . . . . . . . . . . Page 45Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 47Administration . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 232Faculty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 233Professor Emeritus . . . . . . . . . Page 246

4. To select or recommend library books, materials, media andonline resources representing a multiplicity of philosophies andpoints of view, relying on professional expertise to maintainappropriate depth and breadth of the collections.A faculty member shall not be subject to any adverse action

affecting his or her employment with the El Camino CommunityCollege District for exercising any of the foregoing choices. BoardPolicy 4030 supersedes Board Policy 4030.1 Teaching of Contro-versial Issues adopted by the Board on July 26, 1965.

General Course InformationCatalog Course DescriptionThe courses and programs presented on the next pages meet

standards approved by the Board of Governors of the CaliforniaCommunity Colleges as stated in the California AdministrativeCode, Title 5, Section 55002. All courses are taught by qualifiedinstructors in accordance with a set of instructional objectivescommon to all students.Appearance of a course description in this catalog does not obli-

gate El Camino College to offer the course in any particular semes-ter. For courses being offered currently, refer to the Schedule ofClasses which is published every spring, summer and fall. TheSchedule of Classes is available free of charge before each semes-ter in the Office of Admissions and Records. It is also available atarea libraries and in high schools.

Course NumberingCourses listed in this catalog are one semester courses. Those

with an upper case letter after the number, such as English 1A-1B,are a sequence and are organized accordingly.Lower case letters after the course number, such as Music

20abcd, indicate the number of semesters the student may enrollin the course. Course sequences with a numerical designationonly indicate that the subject be taken in the order beginning withthe lowest number. Spanish 1, 2, 3, and 4 is an example.Numbering on non-sequential courses does not necessarily indi-

cate the order in which such courses must be taken. In all cases,the prerequisites and corequisites must be met before a studentwill be permitted to enroll.

Prerequisite, Corequisite, Recommended Prepara-tion, Enrollment Limitation

Prerequisite: A Prerequisite is a condition of enrollment that astudent is required to meet before enrolling in a course or educa-tional program. A student who has not met the prerequisite wouldbe highly unlikely to succeed in the course.This requirement also applies to pre-collegiate basic skills prereq-

uisites, which provide foundation skills in reading, writing andmathematics. Occasionally, students attempting to enroll in a pre-collegiate basic skills course will discover that all sections of thatbasic skills course have been filled. In these situations, studentsmay petition to have the prerequisite course waived for that partic-ular term. Guidelines and forms for requesting a waiver for a basicskills prerequisite are available in the Counseling Office.

Corequisite: A Corequisite is a course that a student is requiredto take simultaneously to enroll in another course.

Recommended Preparation: Recommended Preparation is acondition of enrollment that a student is advised, but not required,to meet before, or in conjunction with, enrollment in a course oreducational program.

Enrollment Limitation: An Enrollment Limitation means that astudent may be required to meet certain conditions before enrollingin a course. This may apply to such courses as intercollegiate com-petition courses, public performance courses or honors courses.A course Prerequisite, Corequisite, Recommended Preparation or

Enrollment Limitation is subject to change. Questions regarding thestatus of the conditions of enrollment for a particular course shouldbe directed to the academic division responsible for the course.

Challenging a Prerequisite or Corequisite: A student has theright to challenge a prerequisite or on the basis of any one, orcombination of, these conditions:1. The prerequisite or corequisite has not been established in accor-

dance with the College’s Prerequisite Policy.2. The prerequisite or corequisite is in violation of Title 5 (Califor-

nia Code of Regulations).3. The prerequisite or corequisite is unlawfully discriminatory or is

applied in an unlawfully discriminatory manner.4. The student has the knowledge or ability to succeed in the course

or program despite not meeting the prerequisite or corequisite.5. The prerequisite or corequisite course has not been made reason-

ably available.6. The student seeks to enroll in a course which involves intercol-

legiate competition or public performance and if denied admittance,he or she would be delayed by a semester or more in attaining his orher degree or certificate.7. The student seeks to enroll in a course which has a prerequisite

established to protect health and safety, and the student demonstratesthat he or she does not pose a threat to himself or herself or to oth-ers.A student should contact either the Counseling Division or the

appropriate academic division office to obtain procedures and formsfor filing a challenge.

Course Credit CodesA “Credit, degree applicable” course is a course which has been

designated as appropriate to the associate degree in accordancewith the requirements of Title 5, Section 55002.A “Credit, not degree applicable” course is a college course for

which credit is granted but is not applicable to the associate degree. A “Noncredit course” meets particular needs of a student but car-

ries no college credit.

Course TransferabilityThe course transferability notation indicates if the course is

transferable to the CSU and/or UC systems. For example, “Trans-fer CSU, UC” means a course is acceptable for admission eligibil-ity purposes as a general education requirement or major require-ment or for elective credit by the California State University andthe University of California systems. If followed by an asterisk(UC*), there is a unit limitation on transferability. For details, seea counselor, the Transfer Center advisor or the articulation officer.Students planning to transfer to a college or university should

consult the transfer curriculum guide sheets available in the Coun-seling Services Center, visit the Transfer Center, and view ASSIST.El Camino College has arranged transferability of courses

through articulation agreements with various private colleges anduniversities. For details, see a counselor, the Transfer Center advi-sor or the articulation officer.

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Academic StrategiesAcademic Strategies 1abcdIndividualized Academic Strategies1 unit; 3 hours lab to be arrangedCredit, not degree applicable

This laboratory course emphasizes self-paced individualized instruction based oncomputerized diagnoses of difficulties inreading and/or mathematical computation.After diagnoses, individualized instructor-led and computer-based interventions areoffered to improve reading or math skills.Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 20abPrewriting Workshop2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

In this course students will learn strategiesto break negative psychological barriers towriting and to increase their understandingand use of prewriting as an important firststep in the composing process. Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 22abVocabulary Building for CollegeStudents2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to increase the stu-dent’s reading, listening, writing, andspeaking vocabularies by introducingwords and concepts that are essential toacademic success. A systematic method forcontinued vocabulary development isemphasized.Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 23abSpelling Techniques2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed for adult learnersto identify personal spelling errors and toprovide practice using the appropriaterules of spelling necessary for college levelwriting. Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 25abThinking Skills for College Courses2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to instruct studentson how to analyze and use information,identify patterns, find the relationships inanalogies and draw logical conclusionswith precision and accuracy. Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 30abTest-Taking Strategies2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

In this course, examine how testing instru-ments (such as true/false, multiple choice,and essay questions) are structured. Stu-dents learn techniques designed toincrease success on various types ofachievement tests.Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 31abStudy Techniques2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to assist the studentin acquiring competency in textbook studytechniques and in developing an organizedsystem of time and study management. Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 33abMemory Techniques2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to introduce thestudent to methods of memory improve-ment and to provide practice in the tech-niques and their application to individuallearning situations. Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 35abListening and NotetakingStrategies2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed for the studentwho needs to improve listening for com-prehension. They will learn to take organ-ized notes, identifying main and subordi-nate points into meaningful categories. Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 36abSentence Errors and Punctuation2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course focuses on students locatingand correcting in their own writing themost common and troublesome sentencestructure errors. The correct use of punc-tuation is reviewed and practiced. Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 40abMathematics Anxiety Workshop2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to help studentsunderstand the origin of mathematics anx-iety, and then provide opportunities,strategies, and techniques in overcomingthe barriers that impede their success inmathematics courses. .Note: Pass/no pass only

Academic Strategies 50Special Topics in AcademicStrategiesUnits determined by individual course;lecture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inAcademic Strategies more specific thanprovided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Academic Strategies 60Strategies for Success inDistance Education1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, not degree applicable

The goal of this course is to prepare stu-dents for taking distance education classes.This course covers the basics of taking aninteractive, asynchronous distance educa-tion course via the Internet or other com-puter-based systems. Use of e-mail, onlineclass interactions such as discussiongroups, World Wide Web access, equip-ment needs and differences betweenonline and onsite courses will be covered.

Academic Strategies 100Supervised Tutoring:Academic Skills Development0 units; 72 maximum hours lab per semesterEnrollment Limitation: referral by instructoror counselor based on assessed academicneedNon-credit

This course provides students with super-vised tutoring related to their classroomassignments. This tutoring course coversthe application of learning skills, use oflearning resources, and review of coursecontent. Note: This course is repeatable and open forenrollment at registration and at anytime duringthe semester.

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The hours per week of coursesmay be adjusted based on

the length of the term.

Accounting See Business

Administrationof JusticeAdministration of Justice 15Introduction to Vice and NarcoticsInvestigation3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to the prob-lems in the areas of drugs and vice. Thecourse will describe various types of drugsand their effects. The elements of viceunder California codes including illegalgambling, prostitution, and narcotics willbe covered. The roles of law enforcementand other social agencies in dealing withproblems of drugs and vice are presented.

Administration of Justice 48Laws of Arrest - Penal Code 8322 units; 2.25 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to meet the mini-mum requirements for training as requiredunder Penal Code Section 832. The courseis certified by the California Commissionof Peace Officer Standards and Training(P.O.S.T.) and will provide the studentwith basic fundamentals of the laws ofarrest.Note: Letter grade or pass/no pass optionNote: Students who have earned credit inAdministration of Justice 49 cannot receive unitcredit for Administration of Justice 48.

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Administration of Justice – A.S. Degree andCertificates of Achievement andAccomplishment(Industry and Technology Division)

The administration of justice degree or certificate prepares students for a career in crim-inal justice. By completing the degree or certificate requirements, the student will gainthe ability to apply principles of the justice system, constitutional and procedural con-siderations affecting arrest, search and seizure, human relations, and concepts of crim-inal law as well as demonstrate proficiency in report writing and record keeping. Com-petencies will be assessed regularly in accordance with the California Commission onPeace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) criteria.

Administration of Justice 100 is required of all pre-employment Administration of Jus-tice students pursuing an Associate of Science degree or seeking immediate employ-ment. AJ 100 is not required of the employed officer or of the student enrolling in aspecialized course within the 100-200 series. All students enrolled in this major shouldbe aware of the physical requirements for employment in the law enforcement area.

The pre-employment student should secure a complete physical examination from alicensed physician, preferably one who specializes in examination for law enforcementagencies. The applicant failing a medical examination should consult with instructorsbefore applying for employment with a police agency.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 50% of the major requirements for the Associate in Arts degree must be com-pleted at El Camino College.Administration of Justice 100, 103, 115, 130, 131, 135, 170; a minimum of six units from: Administration of Justice 70, 95/96abcd (2-4 units), 106,107, 109, 111, 126, 132, 133, 134, 150, 155Total Units: 27-32

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. At least 50% of the courses required for the Certificate of Achievement mustbe completed at El Camino College.Administration of Justice:Administration of Justice 100, 103, 115, 130, 131, 135, 170; a minimum of six units from: Administration of Justice 70, 95/96abcd (2-4 units), 106,107, 109, 111, 126, 132, 133, 134, 150, 155Total Units: 27-32

Certificate of AccomplishmentA Certificate of Accomplishment will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. At least 50% of the courses required for the Certificate of Accomplishment mustbe completed at El Camino College.Security Officer:Administration of Justice 70, 115, 135, 140, Computer Information Systems 13Total Units: 14

Preparation for the Transfer MajorFor information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer cur-riculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor, orvisit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help youfulfill your associate degree requirements.

*Some UC transferable courseshave credit limitations.

For details, see a counselor,the Transfer Center advisor,or the articulation officer.

Administration of Justice 49Laws of Arrest and Firearms -Penal Code 8323 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab tobe arrangedRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This class is designed to meet the mini-mum requirements for training as requiredby Penal Code Section 832 and certified bythe California Commission on Peace Offi-cer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Thecourse is certified by P.O.S.T. in the areasof laws of arrest and ethical use of force,arrest methods and control, and firearmstraining. The course has 45 hours of lec-ture covering the California laws of arrestand firearms, 9 hours of training in arrestmethods and control, and 18 hours of train-ing in the use of firearms for a total of 72hours. The course will cover the basic fun-damentals of the laws of arrest, arrestmethods and controls, and the basic princi-ples of firearms training which willenhance an individual’s ability to meet thestate’s minimum requirements for employ-ment in a law enforcement or alliedagency.

Administration of Justice 50Special Topics in Administration ofJusticeUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inAdministration of Justice more specificthan provided in other courses in the regu-lar departmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Administration of Justice 60Search Warrants0.5 unit; 9 hours lecture (one week course)Enrollment Limitation: Possession of a Cal-ifornia Commission on Peace Officer Stan-dards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic certifi-cate or Level 1 or Level 2 Reserve certificateCredit, not degree applicable

This P.O.S.T certified course is designed toteach field personnel and new investiga-tors how to write search warrants and howto complete telephone search warrants.Note: Pass/no pass onlyNote: This course is repeatable.

Administration of Justice 67Continuing Professional Training0.5 -2 units; 9-36 hours lecture (one weekcourse)Enrollment Limitation: possession of aP.O.S.T. certificateCredit, not degree applicable

This course will acquaint law enforcementpersonnel with current changes in the fieldof law enforcement. The course contentsatisfies the Commission of Peace OfficerStandards and Training (P.O.S.T.) continu-ing professional training requirements.Note: Pass/no pass onlyNote: This course is repeatable.

Administration of Justice 70Introduction to Industrial Security3 units; 3 hours lecture Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students are introduced tothe philosophy and legal framework ofindustrial security operations. The courseincludes a survey of contemporary prac-tices in areas such as administration, per-sonnel, and physical security.

Administration of Justice95/96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Administra-tion of Justice field. These experiences willenable students to improve job skills, ana-lyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Administration of Justice 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inAdministration of Justice with a minimumgrade of B in each and acknowledgment bythe instructor with whom the student willworkCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Administrationof Justice not covered in the regular depart-mental offerings. Regular conferenceswith the instructor are coordinated withassigned Administration of Justice projects(60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Administration of Justice 100Introduction to Administrationof Justice3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC;

This course is a study of the history andphilosophy of administration of justice inAmerica including a survey of law enforce-ment, the judiciary, and corrections. Top-ics include crime theory, role expectations,and their interrelationship, punishmentand rehabilitation, ethics, education, andtraining.

Administration of Justice 103Concepts of Criminal Law I3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

In this course, students examine the histor-ical development and philosophy of lawand its application to the criminal justicesystem. Topics covered include legalresearch, case law, classifications of crime,crimes against persons and property, andcrimes against the state.

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Administration of Justice 106Criminal Justice Recruitment andSelection3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course presents an overview of thecriminal justice recruitment and selectionprocess, and provides opportunities to gainknowledge and skills that will enable themto be more successful at passing the vari-ous testing phases in a criminal justice test-ing and background investigation process.Instruction begins with the applicationphase, then addresses the various steps inthe hiring process including: the writtenexamination, oral interview, written andoral psychological exams, polygraph exam,physical agility test and background inves-tigation.

Administration of Justice 107Crime and Control - An Introduction to Corrections3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is a basic course covering crime, crim-inal behavior and social attempts at con-trolling that behavior. Emphasis in thiscourse is placed on traditional types ofpunishment, as well as rehabilitation, pro-bation, parole, and diversion. This coursecovers the basic career skills and knowl-edge required for employment.

Administration of Justice 109Introduction to Police Patrol Procedures3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of the historyand development of police patrol. Topicscovered include functions of patrol, inves-tigative duties of the field officer, tech-niques for planning patrol activities, han-dling complaints and requests for service,field interviews, searches and arrests, civiland domestic disturbances, and the han-dling of traffic related problems.

Administration of Justice 111Criminal Investigation3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a study of the fundamentalsof criminal investigation. Topics coveredinclude the techniques of crime scenesearch and recording, collection andpreservation of physical evidence, modusoperandi processes, sources of informa-tion, interview and interrogation, and fol-low-up investigation.

Administration of Justice 115Community and HumanRelations3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

The course explores the roles of criminaljustice practitioners and their agencies.Students examine the interrelationshipsand role expectations among the variousagencies and the public. Principal empha-sis is placed on the professional image thesystem of justice administration conveys,and the development of positive relation-ships between members of the system andthe public.

Administration of Justice 126Juvenile Delinquency and Legal Procedures3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Topics covered in this study of juveniledelinquency and the juvenile justice sys-tem include theories of juvenile crime cau-sation, gangs, juvenile law, and the han-dling of juvenile offenders as well as social,cultural and environmental factors. Cur-rent social services programs designed fordelinquents, with emphasis on practicalapplications, probation and youth authori-ty procedures, are also discussed.

Administration of Justice 130Criminal Procedures3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an in-depth study of the pro-cedures by which a criminal defendant istried. As enumerated by the Constitution’sdue process clauses of the Fifth and Four-teenth Amendments, this course examineshow this process functions from the pointat which a crime is committed to arrest,trial and appeal.

Administration of Justice 131Legal Aspects of Evidence3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the legal aspects evi-dence and the constitutional and procedur-al considerations affecting arrest, andsearch and seizure. Topics coveredinclude types of evidence and rules gov-erning their admissibility, judicial deci-sions interpreting individual rights, andcase studies viewed with respect to howthey are applied in a criminal process fromarrest to trial.

Administration of Justice 132Crime Scene Investigation3 units; 3 hours lecture Recommended Preparation: Administrationof Justice 100Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This course provides students with thebasic understanding of Crime Scene Inves-tigation (CSI), the workings of a CSI unitand will present an overview of the rela-tionship that exists between forensic sci-ence and law enforcement. The courseincludes a study of crime scene examina-tion, crime scene documentation, DNAand trace evidence analysis, and evidencecollection procedures. Students learn toprepare a case for prosecution and testifyin court.

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Administration of Justice 133Fingerprint Classification andInvestigation3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the basic principles offingerprints including lifting, classification,and identification. The history of finger-prints, Henry and Battley systems, and thelegal aspects of fingerprints are studied inrelation to current practices and proce-dures.

Administration of Justice 134Introduction to Crime Analysis3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to acquaint the stu-dent with the techniques necessary todevelop basic crime analysis skills neededin today’s law enforcement environment.Students will analyze data and transformtheir analyses into specific and proactiveplans to combat crime-related problems.The course prepares law enforcement pro-fessionals, both sworn and civilian, whoare integrally involved in community-based policing programs, which respond toa community’s quality-of-life issues.

Administration of Justice 135Report Writing3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students develop the abilityto observe, record, and document facts,from which a police or criminal justicereport could be written. Facts presentedare based on simulated crimes that includecrime scenes with evidence and witnessstatements. Students complete a variety oflaw enforcement report forms constructpolice report narratives, using properspelling, grammar and sentence structure,and in a manner that satisfies typicalrequirements for a criminal investigationor prosecution.

Administration of Justice 136Ethics in the Justice System3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Administrationof Justice 100Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course explores the development ofpersonal and social values, the social rolelaw enforcement faces, and the way thecriminal justice system responds to suchissues. Topics include individual and orga-nizational value systems, group dynamics,integrity and character in leadership andlaw enforcement, the dynamics of powerversus authority, the impact of ethicalchoices in the law enforcement environ-ment, and the subsequent effect within thejustice system.

Administration of Justice 140Basic Security Officer Training2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course is a survey of contemporaryindustrial security including legal implica-tions, standards of conduct, communica-tions, emergency procedures, health andsafety, internal and external protection,and record keeping. Note: Pass/no pass only.

Administration of Justice 150Peace Officer Training Module -Level III8 units; 6 hours lecture, 6 hours labEnrollment Limitation: 1. Medical exami-nation (for safety and college liability rea-sons); 2. Students must apply for andreceive a California Department of JusticeFirearms and Arrest Clearance (PenalCode 13511.5)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for California Com-mission on Peace Officer Standards andTraining (P.O.S.T.) certified Training Mod-ule - Level III peace officer training candi-dates. A Level III peace officer may per-form specified limited support duties thatare not likely to result in physical arrests.The student will participate in a 216 hourscourse of instruction and training empha-sizing basic law enforcement philosophy,procedures, tactics, and techniques. Thecourse is certified pursuant to CaliforniaPenal Code Section 836.6.Note: Students who have earned credit inAdministration of Justice 155 cannot receive unitcredit for Administration of Justice 150.

Administration of Justice 155Peace Officer Training - Level IIModule11 units; 9.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labPrerequisite: Administration of Justice 150with a minimum grade of C or equivalentEnrollment Limitation: 1. Current PenalCode 832 (P.C. 832) certification validwithin the last three years; 2. Current Car-dio Pulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) andFirst Aid certification; 3. Current Medicalexamination (valid within 6 months) (forsafety and liability reasons); 4. Current Cal-ifornia Department of Justice Firearms andArrest Clearance (Penal Code Section13511.5) (valid within 6 months).Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for California Com-mission on Peace Officer Standards andTraining (P.O.S.T.) Certified Training Mod-ule - Level II police officer training candi-dates. A Level II peace officer may per-form general law enforcement assignmentsunder immediate supervision of a swornofficer. The student will participate in a261 hour course of instruction and trainingemphasizing basic law enforcement philos-ophy, procedures, tactics, and techniques.The course is certified pursuant to Califor-nia Penal Code Section 836.6.

Administration of Justice 170Laws of Arrest, Search and Seizure3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

In this course, students examine the histo-ry and development of the laws and cus-toms of arrest, search and seizure, and the“Exclusionary Rule.” Emphasis is given tothe application of these procedures as theyrelate to law enforcement officers and oth-ers in the apprehension of criminals andthe procuring of evidence.

Administration of Justice 190Law Enforcement ExplorerAcademy3 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours labEnrollment Limitation: Medical examina-tion (current within last 6 months)Credit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to expose the pre-employment student to the many facets oflaw enforcement. Instructional activitieswill emphasize career exploration, lawenforcement history and organization, pro-fessionalism, teamwork, drill and ceremo-ny, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR),and firearm safety. Upon successful com-pletion of the course, a student will be eli-gible to become a member of a local PoliceDepartment Explorer Post.

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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Air Conditioning andRefrigerationAir Conditioning andRefrigeration 5Electrical Applications4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Air Conditioning and Refrig-eration 21 or 22 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

The course focuses on basic electrical the-ory and training in installing, servicing,trouble-shooting, and operating electricalcontrol systems for air conditioning. Singlephase and three phase air conditioning andrefrigeration systems are covered in class-room discussions and laboratory assign-ments.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 6Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Control Systems 4 units; 3 hours lecture; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Air Conditioning and Refrig-eration 21 or 22 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course explores control system theo-ry, electrical components, and complexcontrol systems with emphasis on supervi-sory control systems which employ directdigital, proportional, and integral controlmodes. Theoretical problems and practicallab experience needed to diagnose electri-cal problems and safety to make the neces-sary repairs are emphasized. The courseprovides a foundation in the skills requiredto analyze and service basic circuits as wellas complex analog control circuitry.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 20Solar Energy Applications-Photo-voltaics and Solar Thermal3 hours lectureTransfer CSU

This is an introductory course in solar ther-mal and Photovoltaics (PVs). Topics cov-ered include solar components, passivesolar systems, active solar systems, solarhot water and solar electricity. Studentswill learn solar history, how solar panelswork, changing Direct Current (DC) volt-age to Alternating Current (AC) voltage,applications of the National Electric Codes(NEC) codes and best solar locations andenergy savings.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 21Air Conditioning Fundamentals4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to introduce stu-dents to air conditioning and refrigerationtheory and provide an overview of theskills needed for employment in the indus-try. Topics introduced include safety, airconditioning system operation and compo-nents, brazing, electrical applications, serv-ice tools, and equipment. Laboratory proj-ects and exercises related to lectures anddemonstrations will be assigned.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 22Basic Refrigeration4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students are provided basicinstruction in refrigeration covering theprinciples and their application to domesticand commercial refrigeration systems. Sol-dering and brazing copper to copper andcopper to steel with air-acetylene and oxy-gen-acetylene methods, use of hand tools,electric meters, and test equipment areincluded.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 23Commercial RefrigerationApplications4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Air Conditioning and Refrig-eration 21 or 22 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course explores refrigeration theory,characteristics of refrigerants, temperatureand pressure, tools and equipment, solder-ing, brazing, commercial refrigeration sys-tems, system components, compressors,evaporators, and metering devices. Stu-dents will learn to charge commercial sys-tems with new Environmental ProtectionAgency (EPA) refrigerants and evaluate theproper operation of systems. Trou-bleshooting techniques are explained withthe use of wiring diagrams and electricmeters.

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration – A.S. Degree and Certificate of Achievement(Industry and Technology Division)

The air conditioning and refrigeration program prepares students for employment inthe field and provides upgrade opportunities for currently employed personnel. Bycompleting the degree or certificate requirements, the student will gain proficiency inservice, troubleshooting, and installation of residential, commercial, and industrialheating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Students will learn to read wiringdiagram, diagnose control circuits, operate test equipment, and service pneumatic andelectronic controls. Competencies will be assessed in accordance with the Environmen-tal Protection Agency certificate criteria. Students completing the program may expectto enter industry as an advanced apprentice or entry-level heating, ventilation, and airconditioning technician.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 50% of the major requirements for the Associate in Science Degree must becompleted at El Camino College.Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 5, 6, 20, 21, 22, 23, 25, 27, 30, 32, 34Recommended electives: Technical Mathematics 1Total Units: 39

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. At least 50% of the courses for the Certificate of Achievement must be com-pleted at El Camino College.Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 5, 6, 20, 21, 22, 23, 25, 27, 30, 32, 34, TechnicalMathematics 1Total Units: 35-39




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Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 25Energy Efficient Residential, Com-mercial and Industrial Air Condi-tioning4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Air Conditioning and Refrig-eration 21 or 22 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers energy efficient greentechnology, (high efficiency) and advancedresidential, commercial and industrial airconditioning. Lab activities include: theuse of air conditioning test equipment,installation, repair and maintenance of var-ious types of air conditioning systems. Stu-dents will learn various techniques of trou-bleshooting electrical and mechanicalproblems.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 27Heating Technologies4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Air Conditioning and Refrig-eration 21 or 22 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the principles of gas,electric, radiant and boiler operated heat-ing systems. Classroom discussions focuson maintenance, repair and service tech-niques for furnaces, steam and hot waterboilers. Laboratory exercises emphasizethe use of test instruments and safety con-trols.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 30Electric Controls2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Air Conditioning and Refrig-eration 21 or 22 with a minimum grade ofC or equivalentCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This course covers the study of electricalcomponents and circuitry for air condition-ing and refrigeration controls. Theoreticalprinciples are applied to diagnose electricalproblems and safely make necessaryrepairs to Heating, Ventilating and AirConditioning (HVAC) systems.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 32Fundamentals of PneumaticControls2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Air Conditioning and Refrig-eration 21 or 22 with a minimum grade ofC or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of the basicfundamentals of pneumatic control forheating, ventilating and air conditioningsystems. Students learn how to install, cal-ibrate, and maintain control systems.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 34HVAC Customer Service1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This is a course in heating, ventilation, andair conditioning (HVAC) customer service.Topics covered include communicationskills, problem solving, and quality serviceattitude. Students will learn vital work-place skills through designed exercises aswell as how employers evaluate theseskills in their employees.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 50Special Topics in Air Conditioningand RefrigerationUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inAir Conditioning and Refrigeration morespecific than provided in other courses inthe regular departmental curriculum. Stu-dents are referred to the current scheduleof classes for details of specific courses.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Air Condi-tioning and Refrigeration field. Theseexperiences will enable students toimprove job skills, analyze career opportu-nities and requirements, and comparethem to personal abilities and career expec-tations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Air Conditioning andRefrigeration 99abcIndependent Study3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in AirConditioning and Refrigeration with a min-imum grade of B in each and acknowledg-ment by the instructor with whom the stu-dent will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Air Condition-ing and Refrigeration not covered in theregular departmental offerings. Regularconferences with the instructor are coordi-nated with assigned Air Conditioning andRefrigeration projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

American StudiesAmerican Studies 7History of American PopularCulture3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This interdisciplinary course examineshow popular culture contributes to thesearch for meaning in everyday Americanlife. Various forms of popular cultureincluding music, film, television, advertis-ing, sports, fashion, design, toys, maga-zines, comic books, and cyber culture willbe analyzed. Students will assess howAmerican popular culture reveals histori-cal forces at work that influence our lives.

AnatomyAnatomy 30 Essentials of Anatomy andPhysiology4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is the study of anatomy cou-pled with physiology. Students comparethe structure and function of human organsystems to those of other vertebrates. Thelaboratory includes dissection of sheepbrains and hearts, cow eyes and other ver-tebrates. Laboratory experiments rein-force principles of anatomy and the basicprinciples of chemistry, cell biology, histol-ogy, embryology, and genetics. Note: This course may satisfy the anatomyrequirements for two-year RN and other health-related programs. It does not satisfy the require-ments for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing. *Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Anatomy 30, Anatomy 32, andPhysiology 31 is two courses.

Anatomy 32General Human Anatomy4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labRecommended Preparation: Anatomy 30 orBiology 10 or Biology 1A; English 84Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC*;

This in-depth course covers all eleven sys-tems of the human body including relatedhistology and pathology. The systems cov-ered are skeletal, muscular, nervous,integument, respiratory, digestive, repro-ductive, urinary, endocrine, immune, andlymphatic. Models of the human body anddissection of higher vertebrates are empha-sized in laboratory. This course isdesigned for science, health-related, pre-nursing (Bachelor of Science in nursing),and pre-professional majors.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Anatomy 30, Anatomy 32, andPhysiology 31 is two courses.

Anatomy and Physiology 34A Anatomy and Physiology I4 units; 3 hours lecture, 5 hours labPrerequisite: Chemistry 4, Chemistry 20, orChemistry 21A with a minimum grade of C orequivalent or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is the first semester of the two-semes-ter Anatomy and Physiology lecture andlab course. It is an in-depth course examin-ing major organ systems, their morphologyand functions as well as some of their com-mon pathologies. Topics include an intro-duction to the human body, chemical andbiochemical principles, cell morphologyand function, cell division, genetics andhistology. In the first semester, the stu-dents study the integumentary, skeletal,and muscular systems, as well as the firsthalf of the nervous system. Laboratoryinvestigations include models of thehuman body and dissection of higher ver-tebrates, in addition to physiological exper-iments. The course is designed for science,health-related, prenursing (Bachelor of Sci-ence in Nursing), and pre-professionalmajors.

Anatomy and Physiology 34BAnatomy and Physiology II4 units; 3 hours lecture, 5 hours lab Prerequisite: Anatomy and Physiology 34ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is the second semester of the two-semester Anatomy and Physiology lectureand lab course. Topics examined include:special senses, autonomic nervous system,endocrine system, cardiovascular system,lymphatic system and immunity, respirato-ry system, digestive system and nutrition,cellular respiration, urinary system, fluid,electrolyte, and acid-base balance, repro-ductive system, genetic conditions and dis-orders, embryology and development. Lab-oratory investigations include models ofthe human body and dissection of highervertebrates, in addition to physiologicalexperiments. The course is designed forscience, health-related, pre-nursing (Bache-lor of Science in Nursing), and pre-profes-sional majors.

AnthropologyAnthropology 1Introduction toPhysical Anthropology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC;

This course explores and emphasizes theevolution and physical diversity of thehuman species. Topics include genetics,mechanisms of evolutionary change,human variation, and the reconstruction ofhuman evolutionary history through exam-ination of the fossil record and compara-tive studies of the living non-human pri-mates.

Anthropology 2Introduction to CulturalAnthropology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC;

This course will provide students with anintroduction to culture theory as well as tothe cross-cultural understanding of humanbehavior. Emphasis will be placed on sub-sistence strategies, marriage and kinshipinstitutions; levels of sociopolitical, organi-zation; and religious systems along; withthe effects of cultural change, mainly asthe result of European expansion, industri-alization, and globalization.

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Anthropology 3Introduction to Archaeology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the field ofarchaeology in the United States andabroad. It traces the history of archaeolo-gy, and reviews the concepts and researchmethodologies commonly encounteredwithin the field of archaeology. Studentswill be introduced to basic techniques ofsoils analysis and archaeological materialsanalysis.

Anthropology 4Language and Culture3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to theanthropological study of language and non-verbal human communication. Using across-cultural perspective, students willexamine the relationship between cultureand the ways in which humans communi-cate. Topics include language structure,acquisition, diversity, and change.

Anthropology 5Physical Anthropology Laboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Anthropology 1 with a mini-mum grade of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course uses laboratory exercises andother assignments to explore the primarytopics of physical anthropology. Topicswill include principles of evolution, humangenetics, forensic anthropology, behaviorand anatomy of nonhuman primates,human variation, and fossil evidence forhuman evolution.

Anthropology 6Native Peoples of North America3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed to provide anunderstanding of the origins, culture areas,and culture characteristics of native peo-ples north of Mexico. Topics include theprehistory of these aboriginal New Worldpopulations, cultural adaptations to vari-ous environments, and interactions withnon-natives during and following the peri-od of European expansion.

Anthropology 7Native Peoples of South America3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the study of thenative peoples of South America. Specialemphasis is placed on the understanding ofthe relationship between the environmen-tal zones of South America and the social,economic, political, and religious institu-tions of indigenous societies. The currentconditions of South American indigenousgroups, most often as the result of colonial-ist policies which include globalization andmodernization, are also examined.

Anthropology 8Ancient Civilizations of theMesoamerica3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU,UC

This course traces the development of theindigenous societies of Mesoamerica fromthe entry of humans into the Americas atthe end of the Upper Paleolithic Perioduntil the arrival and conquest by theSpaniards in the early sixteenth century.Special attention will be given to thosesocieties that achieved chiefdom or state-level political complexity. Topics willinclude languages, writing systems, beliefsystems, political systems, economies, andthe art of these peoples.

Anthropology 9Women, Culture, and Society3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a cross-cultural survey ofwomen’s experiences in various types ofsocieties including band, tribal, chiefdomand state level societies. Topics willinclude women’s roles in subsistencestrategies, economics, kinship, marriageand the family, political organization, reli-gion and expressive culture, as well as thecross-cultural social dynamics betweenmen and women. The changing status ofwomen in diverse cultures, the impact ofbiology and culture on sex roles, and alter-nate gender categories found in traditionalsocieties will also be examined.

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Anthropology – A.A. Degree(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

The anthropology program provides a foundation in the fields of socio-cultural anthro-pology, biological anthropology, and archaeology as they relate to the physical andbehavioral aspects of the world’s populations of the past and the present. Students inthis program will be able to discern the basic issues facing anthropologists, apply themethodologies that anthropologists use to approach the problems in the field, and crit-ically evaluate the record of past accomplishments. This major prepares students forcareer opportunities in museums, educational, archeological and medical institutions,international development consulting organizations, social welfare, and state andnational management entities. Competencies will be assessed regularly through exam-inations and projects.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAnthropology 1, 2, 3, 4; three courses from: Anthropology 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 20A, Geography 5Total Units: 19-21



Anthropology 10Medical Anthropology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a cross-cultural survey ofhealing systems in traditional as well asmodern societies. Emphasis will be placedon understanding culture specific percep-tions of disease. Topics include healersand healing roles, perceptions of the body,the role of power in the organization ofmedical institutions, and applied medicalanthropology.

Anthropology 11Anthropology of Magic, Religion,and Witchcraft3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a cross-cultural and evolu-tionary survey of the supernatural. Itincludes an examination of magic andwitchcraft practices and the different func-tions they play in various world societiesincluding hunting and gathering groups,and tribal level and state level societies.Religious beliefs, symbolism and ritual areexplained from an anthropological per-spective.

Anthropology 12Ancient Civilizations of the World3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course traces the emergence of earlystates and ancient empires around theglobe. The cultural achievements linked tostate development are traced through asurvey of evidence from both the archaeo-logical and historical records. Studentswill be introduced to anthropological theo-ries that seek to model and explain theappearance of state-level societies andempires.

Anthropology 20AIntroduction to Museum Studies3 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab plus 2hours to be arranged Recommended Preparation:Anthropology 2Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines careers in museums,including curation, conservation, registra-tion, the design of exhibits, collectionsmanagement, and educational programs.Participants in the course will plan, designand install an exhibit in the AnthropologyMuseum involving two- and three-dimen-sional artifacts, and participate in allaspects of museum curation.Note: No background in Anthropology isrequired.Note: No background in Anthropology isrequired.

Anthropology 50Special Topics in AnthropologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inAnthropology more specific than providedin other courses in the regular departmen-tal curriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Anthropology 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a positition related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU-limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Anthropolo-gy field. These experiences will enablestudents to improve job skills, analyzecareer opportunities and requirements,and compare them to personal abilities andcareer expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Anthropology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inAnthropology with a minimum grade ofB in each and acknowledgment by theinstructor with whom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides advanced studies in asubject field of Anthropology not coveredin the regular departmental offerings. Reg-ular conferences will be held with theinstructor to discuss and coordinate theassigned projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

ArchitectureArchitecture 50Special Topics in ArchitectureUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inArchitecture more specific than providedin other courses in the regular departmen-tal curriculum. Students are referred tothe current schedule of classes for detailsof specific courses.

Architecture 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Architecturefield. These experiences will enable stu-dents to improve job skills, analyze careeropportunities and requirements, and com-pare them to personal abilities and careerexpectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

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Architecture 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inArchitecture with a minimum grade of B ineach and acknowledgment by the instructorwith whom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Architecturenot covered in the regular departmentalofferings. Regular conferences withinstructor are coordinated with assignedArchitecture projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Architecture 100An Orientation to Architecture1 unit; 1 hour lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an orientation to architec-ture for the beginning student. The studentwill learn how architecture is created andunderstood as well as how it shapes thesocial and urban environment. Opportuni-ties for further education and careeroptions will be discussed.

Architecture 104History of Western Architecture3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

In this course students are introduced tothe architecture of both ancient and recentcultures. Buildings from antiquity to thepresent day will be studied, analyzed, andinterpreted in terms of their religious,social, and political context. Particularemphasis will be placed on the process andsources of design and the purposes andtypes of buildings.

Architecture 120abcdComputer Aided ArchitecturalDrafting3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Architecture 150A with aminimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is a beginning course in the study ofComputer Aided Drafting (CAD) withregard to Architecture. Students learn thecommands necessary to produce construc-tion documents for a building using the lat-est version of the AutoCAD Software.

Architecture 121abcdThree-Dimensional ArchitecturalComputer Aided Design3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Architecture120abcd with a minimum grade of C orequivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is a course in three-dimensional (3-D)computer aided design (CAD) using vari-ous CAD software including AutoCAD andRevit. Students will create detailed threedimensional computer models of build-ings, generating floor plans, building sec-tions, elevations, details and schedules, aswell as computer animations and render-ings of 3-D models. Students will useBuilding Information Modeling (BIM) indesign, analysis and documentation oftheir buildings.

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Architecture – A.S. Degree andCertificate of Achievement(Industry and Technology Division)

The architecture program prepares students for transfer or for employment in the field.By completing the degree or certificate requirements, the student will gain proficiencyin manual and computer aided drafting (CAD) fundamentals, three-dimensional draw-ing, model making, and structural analysis of buildings. Students will learn to interpretthe Uniform Building Code and local planning and zoning ordinances. Competencieswill be assessed in accordance with the American Institute of Architects (A.I.A.) certi-fication criteria. Students completing the program may expect to enter industry as anentry-level CAD draftsperson in an architecture firm or transfer to an university archi-tecture program.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 50% of the major requirements for the Associate in Science Degree must becompleted at El Camino College.Architecture 100, 104, 120abcd*, 150A, 150B, 170, 171, 199abcd*; four courses from:Architecture 121abcd*, 125abcd*, 158, 172, 180 (*one semester)Total Units: 35-36

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the certificate’s corerequirements and the general requirements. At least 50% of the requirements for theCertificate of Achievement must be completed at El Camino College.Core Requirements: Architecture 100, 104, 120abcd*, 150A, 150B, 170, 171, 199abcd*;four courses from: Architecture 121abcd*, 125abcd*, 158, 172, 180abcd* (*one semes-ter)General Requirements: English A or qualifying score for English 1A on English Place-ment TestTotal Units: 35-39





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Architecture 125abcdAdvanced Three-DimensionalArchitectural Computer AidedDesign3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Architecture 121abcd with aminimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This advanced course in three-dimensional(3D) computer aided design for architec-ture uses various CAD software, includingRevit Architecture, to teach Building Infor-mation Modeling (BIM) techniques. Top-ics will include computer animation, ren-dering, design analysis, and documenta-tion of buildings. Students will createdetailed computer models of buildings andgenerate floor plans, building sections, ele-vations, details and schedules from themodel.

Architecture 150AArchitectural Drafting I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab to bearrangedCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to architec-tural drafting. Line, lettering, sketching,and drawing techniques will be developed.Building codes and zoning codes will beintroduced along with the functions offraming members in wood frame construc-tion (Type V). Manual drafting techniqueswill be used to develop a set of construc-tion documents with an introduction toAutoCAD.

Architecture 150BArchitectural Drafting II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab to bearrangedPrerequisite: Architecture 150A with aminimum grade of C or equivalentRecommended Preparation: concurrentenrollment in one semester of Architecture120abcdCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an advanced level drafting classcovering residential buildings. The studentwill develop working drawings for a twostory residence on a low sloping site.Instruction will stress the constructionprocess, structural detailing and uniformbuilding code requirements for residentialType V construction.

Architecture 158Structures Analysis - Timber3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students are introduced tothe analysis of structural components inresidential buildings. Topics coveredinclude vertical and horizontal loadings,shear and moment diagrams, wood, lami-nated wood and steel beams, wood andsteel columns, foundation sizing, and later-al bracing systems.

Architecture 170Architectural Graphic Techniques3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab to bearrangedCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This introductory course acquaints thebeginning student with the range of graph-ic tools which are available for conveyingarchitectural ideas. Various graphic con-ventions and techniques will be presentedand the rationale behind their useexplained.

Architecture 171Architectural Three-DimensionalIllustration3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab to bearrangedCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is a course in three-dimensional picto-rial drawing that covers one, two and threepoint perspectives. Basic methods of con-struction are used in producing thesedrawings. Special attention is given toshortcut methods used by professionals.The use of shade and shadow, reflectionsand mirror images are also covered.

Architecture 172Architectural Color RenderingTechniques3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab to bearrangedCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is the study of rendering tech-niques used by illustrator to delineatearchitectural drawings. The course istaught using various color mediums.

Architecture 180abcd(formerly Architecture 180)Design/Build Studio4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Architecture 150A orConstruction Technology 100 orConstruction Technology 110 with a mini-mum grade of C in prerequisite or equiva-lentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces the architecturalstudent to the building design and con-struction process. Team collaboration willbe stressed from the generation of thebuilding design through the fabrication ofthe structure. Scheduling, budgeting andfinancing of construction projects will alsobe covered.

Architecture 199abArchitectural Design Studio4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab to bearrangedPrerequisite: Architecture 150B, 170 and171 with a minimum grade of C in prereq-uisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course introduces the advanced stu-dents to the factors that architects observewhen formulating the solution to a prob-lem. Students will design and compose twoand three dimensional drawings as well asbuild models to demonstrate their solu-tions.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed is fourunits.

Art Art 1Art and Visual Culture in ModernLife3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a global survey of art andvisual culture from different historicalperiods. Students acquire analytical andinterpretive skills and develop a basicunderstanding of the role of art and visualculture in human history.

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Art 2History of Western Art - Prehistoric to Gothic3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the history of Westernart from the prehistoric era through theGothic period with an emphasis on paint-ing, sculpture, and architecture. Key artworks are studied in relation to historicaland cultural contexts that consider theeffects of shifting social, political, philo-sophical, and spiritual paradigms on theproduction of art.

Art 3History of Western Art - Proto-Renaissance to 19th Century3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the history and devel-opment of Western painting, sculpture,and architecture in relation to changingsocial, political, religious, and philosophi-cal conditions from the 14th through the18th centuries. This course, the second ina series of three on the history of Westernart, focuses on the Proto-Renaissance, Ren-aissance, Mannerism, and Baroque periodsin Italy, Spain, Flanders, The Netherlands,France, England, Germany and the NewWorld.

Art 4History of Western Art - 19thCentury to Contemporary Times3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the history,development, and evolution of painting,sculpture, architecture, photography, andrelated art forms of the 19th, 20th, and 21stcenturies. Artworks, art movements, andart styles are studied in relation to relevantsocial, political, philosophical, and techno-logical factors and the accelerating changesthat characterize the modern era. Studentsare introduced to fundamental methods ofanalysis that will assist them in under-standing art and aesthetic human activi-ties.

Art – A.A. Degree andCertificates of Achievement(Fine Arts Division)

The degree or certificates provide students with a comprehensive foundation in the his-tory, theory, and practice of art. Each student acquires observational, compositional,technical, interpretative, and expressive competency through participation in an exten-sive range of studio art courses. Exposure to a culturally diverse art history curriculumprepares each student to analyze, assess, and discuss works of art from a variety of his-torical and style periods. Proficiencies are demonstrated through class projects, cri-tiques, research papers, essays, and objective tests. Program assessment is measured byportfolios, juried and public exhibitions, program completion, transferability, and peri-odic program reviews. Students qualify to pursue a variety of art-related careers andadvanced degree options.

El Camino College Major RequirementsArt – Art History Option: Art 10ab, 31abcd, 37ab (Only one semester of a course will becredited toward the major requirements.); 15 units from: Art 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 9,34ab (only one semester of), 108; 2-3 units from: Art 11abcd, 17ab, 18abcd, 19ab,20abcd, 22ab, 23abcd, 29ab, 38abcd, 39ab, 40abcd, 41ab, 42abcd, 52abcd, 53ab, 54abcd,61ab, 62abcd, 63abcd, 73ab, 74abcd, 75abcd, 81ab, 82abcd, 83abcd, 87ab, 88abcd,89abcd, 141abcd, 142abcd, 143abcd, 144abcd, 145abcd, 146abcd, 147abcd, 151ab, Pho-tography 51 (Only one semester of a course will be credited toward the major require-ments.)Note: Most transfer colleges will also require a foreign language for a B.A. degree in ArtHistory.Total Units: 26-28Art – Studio Art Option: Art 10ab, 31abcd, 37ab, (Only one semester of a course will becredited toward the major requirements.); 6 units from: Art 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 9, 108;12 units from: Art 11abcd, 17ab, 18abcd, 19ab, 20abcd, 22ab, 23abcd, 24ab, 25abcd,29ab, 34ab, 38abcd, 39ab, 40abcd, 41ab, 42abcd, 52abcd, 53ab, 54abcd, 61ab, 62abcd,63abcd, 73ab, 74abcd, 75abcd, 81ab, 82abcd, 83abcd, 87ab, 88abcd, 89abcd, 141abcd,142abcd, 143abcd, 144abcd, 145abcd, 146abcd, 147abcd, 151ab, Photography 51 (Onlyone semester of a course will be credited toward the major requirements.)Total Units: 27

The department recommends that the following subjects be included in a student’s pro-gram if emphasis in a particular area is desired:Painting and Drawing: Art 11abcd, 19ab, 20abcd, 22ab, 23abcd, 24ab, 25abcd, 17ab,18abcdPrintmaking: Art 87ab, 88abcd, 89abcdCeramics: Art 61ab, 62abcd, 63abcdSculpture: Art 81ab, 82abcd, 83abcdJewelry/Metalsmithing: Art 73ab, 74abcd, 75abcdDesign: Art 29ab, 35ab, 36abcd, 141abcd, 142abcd, 143abcd, 144abcd, 145abcdGraphic Design: Art 29ab, 39ab, 40abcd, 41ab, 42abcd, 44abcd, 52abcd, 53ab, 54abcd,141abcd, 142abcd, 143abcd, 144abcd, 145abcd, 146abcd, 147abcdComputer Animation: Art 10ab, 17ab, 141abcd, 142abcd, 144abcd, 147abcdDigital Illustration: Art 10ab, 37ab, 53ab, 54abcd, 141abcd, 142abcdDigital Photography: Art 10ab or 37ab; Photography 51, 1, 2 or 23A; Art 141abcd,142abcdGraphic Design for Print Publishing: Art 37ab, 39ab, 41ab, 141abcd, 142abcd, 143abcdMotion Graphics/Visual Effects: Art 37ab, 141abcd, 142abcd, 144abcd, 147abcd,Television and Media Communications 11Web Design: Art 37ab, 39ab, 141abcd, 142abcd, 145abcd, 146abcd

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Art 5AHistory of Asian Art -India and Southeast Asia3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the arts of India andSoutheast Asia from their earliest begin-nings in Indus Valley cultures through the18th century with an emphasis on Bud-dhist and Hindu art forms. Key artworksare studied in relation to historical, cultur-al, and religious contexts.

Art 5BHistory of Asian Art -China, Korea and Japan3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the arts of China,Japan, and Korea from the Neolithic periodthrough the 21st century in relation to cul-tural, political, religious, and philosophicalcontexts. It traces the transmission of cul-tural ideas and art forms from one civiliza-tion to another and considers the effect ofWestern art’s historical methodologies onthe study and appreciation of Asian art andculture.

Art 6Cross-Cultural Art3 units; 3 hours lecture Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course covers the effects of culturaldiffusion, cultural pluralism, and globaliza-tion on Western civilization as found inmodern and contemporary art and popularculture. Topics include Orientalism,Japonisme, and Primitivism as well aspostmodern multiculturalism. Attendancemay be required at selected events present-ed by El Camino College Center for theArts and/or art exhibitions presented in theEl Camino College Art Gallery or in thecommunity.

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Certificate of Achievement – Digital Arts A Certificate of Achievement will be issued to students completing the required cours-es in one of these options: Computer Animation, Digital Photography, Graphic Design,Illustration, Motion Graphics, or Web Design. A minimum of 12 units required for theCertificate of Achievement must be completed at El Camino College.Computer Animation: Art 10ab, 37ab, 41ab, 141abcd, 142abcd, 144abcd, 145abcd,147abcd, 195ab; one course from: Art 150 or Photography 51; two units from: Art96abcd or 99abc; two courses from: Art 17ab, 31abcd, 82abcd, 146abcdTotal Units: 36-37Digital Photography: Art 10ab, 37ab, 41ab, 141abcd, 142abcd, 195ab, Photography 1,2, 23A, 51; two units from Art 99abc; two courses from: Art 143abcd, 144abcd,146abcd, 147abcd, Photography 3, 4Total Units: 38-39Graphic Design: Art 10ab, 37ab, 39ab, 40abcd, 41ab, 141abcd, 142abcd, 143abcd,146abcd, 195ab; one course from Art 150 or Photography 51; two units from: Art96abcd or 99abc; one course from: Art 29 or 87abTotal Units: 36-37Illustration: Art 10ab, 17ab, 37ab, 41ab, 52abcd, 53ab, 54abcd, 141abcd, 142abcd,195ab; one course from Art 150 or Photography 51; two units from: Art 96abcd or99abc; one course from: Art 19ab, 22ab, 87abTotal Units: 36-37Motion Graphics: Art 10ab, 37ab, 41ab, 141abcd, 142abcd, 144abcd, 145abcd, 147abcd,195ab; one course from Art 150 or Photography 51; two units from: Art 96abcd or99abc; two courses from: Art 146abcd, Film/Video 20, 22, 28abTotal Units: 36-37Web Design: Art 10ab, 37ab, 39ab, 41ab, 141abcd, 142abcd, 145abcd, 146abcd, 195ab;one course from: Art 150 or Photography 51; two units from: Art 96abcd or 99abc; twocourses from: Art 144abcd, 147abcd, Computer Information Systems 133Total Units: 36-37

Certificate of Achievement – Gallery ManagementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted to the student completing the courses list-ed below. At least 50% of the units for the certificate must be completed at El CaminoCollege.Art 29ab, 31abcd, 37ab, 141abcd, (Only one semester of a course will be creditedtoward the certificate requirement.); two semesters of Art 34ab; six units from: Art 1,2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 9, 108Total Units: 26

Certificate of Achievement – Jewelry Design and FabricationA Certificate of Achievement will be granted to the student completing the courses list-ed below. At least 50% of the units for the certificate must be completed at El CaminoCollege.Art 1, 10ab, 37ab, 73ab, 74abcd, 75abcd (Only one semester of a course will be credit-ed toward the certificate.); Business 24Total Units: 21



Art 7Art History of Mexico and Centraland South America3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the art of Mexico, Cen-tral America, and South America, fromPre-Colombian civilizations through con-temporary times. Key artworks are studiedin relation to historical and cultural contextsthat consider the effects of shifting social,political, philosophical, and spiritual para-digms on the production of art.

Art 9History of African Art3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introductory survey ofAfrican art in relation to its historical andcultural contexts. It focuses on specificgroups and regions with an emphasis onsub-Sahara West and Central Africa, stress-ing the different roles of the visual artswithin each culture.

Art 10ab Drawing Fundamentals I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to the tech-niques, media, and concepts of drawing.Instruction is designed to foster observa-tional, compositional, interpretive, andexpressive proficiencies. Representativetopics include observation, perception, andthe drawing process; contour and line;value, volume, and light theory; composi-tion and pictorial structure; and linear per-spective. Also included is an introductionto color theory.

Art 11abcd Drawing Fundamentals II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 10ab witha minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides intermediate instruc-tion in drawing with emphasis on mediadevelopment, pictorial space, composition,interpretation, and improvisation.

Art 12abPerspective Drawing1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours labCredit, not degree applicable

In this course students explore the practi-cal application of the principles and tech-niques of perspective drawing. Studentswill be provided the opportunity toupgrade their current drawing skills, pre-pare for future study in studio art, andenhance their ability to develop portfolioquality artwork.

Art 17ab Life Drawing I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 10ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course covers the art and technique ofdrawing from live models with an empha-sis on anatomical structure, representationof gestures, foreshortening and proportion.

Art 18abcd Life Drawing II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 17ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of Art 17ab.Advanced problems in representing thehuman form are covered, with anincreased emphasis on research and inno-vation.

Art 19abWater Color Painting I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 10ab withminimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces the student to theconcepts and techniques of watercolorpainting with emphasis placed on basicwashes, media manipulation, color theory,composition and interpretation.

Art 20abcdWater Color Painting II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 19ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of the con-cepts and techniques of watercolor paint-ing. Progressively more challenging prob-lems of technique, color, composition,expression and improvisation will be pre-sented.

Art 22ab Fundamentals of Painting I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 10ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course introduces instruction in thematerials, methods, and techniques ofpainting. Emphasis is placed on paintmanipulation, color mixing, compositionalstructure, and form translation.

Art 23abcd Fundamentals of Painting II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 22ab witha minimum grade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides intermediate instruc-tion in the materials, methods and tech-niques of painting with an emphasis ondeveloping proficiency in the use of picto-rial space, color, composition and interpre-tation.

Art 24ab Life Painting I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 22ab and17ab with a minimum grade of C in prereq-uisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

The techniques and concepts of life paint-ing are introduced in this course. Transla-tion and adaptation of live-model poses areexplored in the context of the paintingprocess. The functions and application ofanatomy, volume, chiaroscuro, color,space, and composition are also covered.

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Art 25abcd Life Painting II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 24ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of the tech-niques and aesthetic issues introduced inLife Painting I. Emphasis is placed on theinterpretation of live-model poses, mediamanipulation, color, space, composition,and expression.

Art 29ab Fundamentals of Color3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to the histo-ry, theory, and application of color. Stu-dents will create various designs, dia-grams, and art works. Creative problem-solving in art and design is also empha-sized.

Art 31abcd Three-Dimensional Design3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to the con-cepts and processes of three-dimensionaldesign. Students design and construct proj-ects involving linear and architecturalmodels as well as relief and solid forms.Emphasis is placed on creative solutions todesign problems using various construc-tion techniques and materials.

Art 34abGallery Management and ArtistCareer Issues4 units; 3 hours lecture, 4 hours lab perweek to be arrangedRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a study of the theory, tech-niques, evaluation and analysis of galleryoperations, the production of art exhibitsand the discussion of issues related to thedevelopment of artists’ careers.

Art 37ab Two-Dimensional Design I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces the elements andprinciples of two-dimensional design andprovides instruction in the fundamentals ofgraphic communication including visualperception, color structure, composition,and expression.

Art 38abcd Two-Dimensional Design II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 37ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an expanded study of theelements and principles of two-dimension-al design. Special emphasis is placed onpictorial interpretation, conceptual synthe-sis and graphic purpose. Experimentaldesign strategies will be introduced includ-ing variation studies, research and produc-tion methods and electronic media applica-tions.

Art 39ab Advertising Design I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course presents a fundamentaloverview of advertising design and stressescreative problem solving. Topics such asmarketing, demographic studies, client-agency relationships and American adver-tising are covered. Through the synthesisand application of design principles andelements, research and layout methods,and production and printing processes,individual projects will be completed rep-resenting various types of advertising:magazine, newspaper, broadcast, outdoor,product, and in-store.

Art 40abcd Advertising Design II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 39ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a continuation of Advertis-ing Design I. Emphasis is placed on thedevelopment of a strong foundation forvisualizing design problems and formulat-ing their solutions as well as the correla-tion of form with content, function andcontext. Materials will be prepared forportfolio presentation.

Art 41ab Lettering and Typography I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides a foundation in typog-raphy for students interested in graphicdesign and digital arts. Lettering tech-niques from calligraphy to digital typeset-ting will be covered. The use of type inprinted publications, advertising, Webdesign, and motion graphics will beexplored. Students will create typographicdesigns for both page and screen layout.

Art 42abcd Lettering and Typography II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 41ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course continues the study of letteringfundamentals including the Roman alpha-bet and its various categories, families andrelated fonts. Emphasis is placed on cre-ative problem solving including self-gener-ated project themes and solutions, inven-tive production strategies, and experimen-tally-derived aesthetic content. The cre-ation and presentation of a portfolio of artwork is also included.

Art 43abcdGraphic Design 3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab Recommended Preparation: one semesterof Art 37ab with a minimum grade of C orequivalent or one semester of Art 141abcdwith a minimum grade of C; and eligibilityfor English 84 Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to the con-cepts and processes of graphic design.Emphasis is placed on the study of graphicdesign, students’ work with computers inraster, vector graphics, and page layoutsoftware, as well as with traditional art anddesign media. Problem-solving skills andthe creative design process are emphasizedthrough digital imaging, typography, iden-tify design and page layout.

Art 50Special Topics in ArtUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inArt more specific than provided in othercourses in the regular departmental cur-riculum. Students are referred to the cur-rent schedule of classes for details of spe-cific courses.

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Art 52abcd Rendering 3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 10ab witha minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course covers the basic methods andtechniques of rendering. Emphasis isplaced on the graphic representation ofthree-dimensional form, space, and vol-ume within an illusory and sharp-focusedcontext. Topics include form analysis andthe application of media such as markers,water-based paint, ink, graphite, pastel andcolored pencil. Preparation of art work forportfolio presentation will also be covered.

Art 53abIllustration I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 10ab witha minimum grade of C or equivalentRecommended Preparation: Art 52abcdCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to illustra-tion and stresses the creative interpretationof various subjects, situations and themeswithin the context of commercial art appli-cations such as advertising, editorial andinstitutional. Special emphasis is placed onthe creation of illustrations from roughconcept sketches through finished artwork. Production and media processes,color analysis and application, and portfo-lio development and presentation will bepresented.

Art 54abcdIllustration II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 53ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a continuation of the con-cepts and techniques presented in Illustra-tion I. Increasingly more advanced illustra-tion projects, techniques, concepts andmethods will be presented. Emphasis isplaced on the development of original con-cepts, the refinements of techniques andproduction methods, and the developmentand presentation of portfolio-quality artwork.

Art 61ab Beginning Ceramics3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course covers the basic methods ofhand-building with clay including forming,glazing, and decorating techniques andoffers an introduction to wheel-throwing.Also covered is a brief historical and cul-tural survey of ceramics.

Art 62abcd Intermediate Ceramics3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 61ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students will explore basicfunctional forms, surface decoration, glaz-ing techniques, clays and clay bodies withan emphasis on the use of the potter’swheel. The history of Early American, FarEast and Western European ceramics isalso covered.

Art 63abcd Advanced Ceramics3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 62abcdwith a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students will continue toexplore functional forms and surfaceenrichment and experiment with glazingtechniques. Highfire clays and glazes, kilnloading and the theory of firing will beintroduced. A brief history of ceramicswill be included.

Art 73ab Introduction to Jewelry and Metalsmithing3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to the designand technical processes of jewelry andmetalsmithing. Construction techniquessuch as sawing, soldering, forming, cast-ing, and surface embellishment areemployed in combination with variousmetals and stones. Also covered are issuesof contemporary aesthetics and their influ-ence on jewelry design and construction.

Art 74abcd Jewelry Fabrication3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 73ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this intermediate course, students willdevelop design skills and concepts throughindividual projects in jewelry fabrication,surface embellishment, forming, stone set-ting, and tool making.

Art 75abcd Jewelry Casting3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 73ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the casting process as itrelates to the field of jewelry. Model mak-ing, lost wax casting, and mold making willbe introduced. Design skills and conceptswill be developed through individual proj-ects.

Art 81ab Beginning Sculpture3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to the tech-niques, materials, and concepts of sculp-ture. Instruction is designed to fosterobservation, composition, interpretation,and expression. Representative topicsinclude clay modeling, casting, and basrelief. Emphasis is placed on design, form,materials, and process.

Art 82abcd Life Sculpture3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 17ab witha minimum grade of C Recommended Preparation: Art 81abCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course explores the anatomical struc-ture of the human figure through sculptur-al studies. Students will develop technicaland creative skills including observation,drawing and modeling. Students will workfrom live models.

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Art 83abcd Bronze Casting3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 81ab witha minimum grade of C or one semester ofArt 31abcd with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to the aes-thetics and processes used in the making ofbronze sculpture. Topics include the ele-ments of sculptural design, wax formula-tion and fabrication, the spruing process,the investing of wax patterns, mold mak-ing, finishing techniques, and bronzefoundry procedures.

Art 87ab Beginning Printmaking3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 10ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the fundamentalprocesses of printmaking. Instructionincludes relief (woodcut and linoleum),intaglio (drypoint and etching), and seri-graph (silkscreen) methods of printmaking.This course also includes lithography,printing in black and white and in color, aswell as limited edition printing by handand by press.

Art 88abcd Etching/Relief 3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 87ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of Intaglioand Relief printing processes and includespotentials of various plate developmenttechniques. The student will be introducedto multicolor prints involving the use ofrelief, multiple plates, collagraphs and vis-cosity printing methods.

Art 89abcdSilkscreen/Lithography3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 87ab witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of Silkscreenand Lithographic printing processes.Emphasis is placed on resist, photographic,multi-technical and multi-color techniques.

Art 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment or vol-unteer work in a position related to the stu-dent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Art field.These experiences will enable students toimprove job skills, analyze career opportu-nities and requirements, and comparethem to personal abilities and career expec-tations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Art 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Artwith a minimum grade of B in each andacknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Art not coveredin the regular departmental offerings. Reg-ular conferences with the instructor arecoordinated with assigned Art projects (60hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Art 108History of American Art3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit: degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introductory survey ofAmerican Art from its pre-colonial past tothe contemporary era with a focus on thesocial, political, economic, and philosophi-cal conditions that have resulted in a cul-turally diverse artistic tradition. The con-tributions and influences of immigrants,Native Americans, African Americans,Asian Americans, Chicano Americans,Latino Americans, and European Ameri-cans will be studied in relation to historicalcontexts.

Art 109 Contemporary Art in WorldCultures 3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

In this international survey of contempo-rary art, students study recent works byartists from different geographic regions ofthe world. Emphasis is placed on artworksthat reflect changes to world culturesresulting from globalization and that cap-ture the interconnections among world cul-tures and individuals from a humanisticperspective. Using a comparative andtransnational framework, students identifycommonalities and differences in the waydiverse cultures and individuals are affect-ed by and respond to global change.

Art 141abcdDigital Art3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labRecommended Preparation: one semesterof Art 10ab or Art 37ab with a minimumgrade of C; eligibility for English 84; work-ing knowledge of the computer and operat-ing systemCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides students with a foun-dation in the two basic types of graphicssoftware, vector (drawing) and raster(painting/photography), with a focus on theprinciples of two-dimensional design. Stu-dents will work on a variety of digital proj-ects involving drawing, design, typogra-phy, and photographic manipulation.

Art 142abcdDigital Photography3 units; 2 hour lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 141abcdor Art 151ab with a minimum grade of C inprerequisiteRecommended Preparation: Art 150 orPhotography 51Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This is an intermediate level course in theuse of digital equipment and software tocreate original photo-based artwork.Emphasis is placed on improving techniqueand developing the aesthetic and conceptu-al possibilities of the image. Topics includeworking with digital cameras, variousmethods of image input and output, organ-izing and tracking photo files, comparisonof file formats, improving and manipulatingimages, and preparing image files for use inprint, Web, and multimedia. Digitalimages are discussed within the broadercontext of an art historical tradition.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Art 142abcd is three units.

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Art 143abcd Digital Design and Publishing3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 141abcdwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentexperienceRecommended Preparation: Art 41ab Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to the use ofthe computer in producing visuals anddesigns for print media. Emphasis isplaced on multi-page publications such asbrochures, books, and magazines. Areascovered include hands-on experience withdesktop publishing software, color, filemanagement, integrating type and images,and printing techniques.

Art 144abcd Three-Dimensional ComputerAnimation3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 141abcdwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentexperienceRecommended Preparation: Art 10ab Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to three-dimensional animation concepts and skillsusing the computer. Students will receivehands-on experience with three-dimen-sional animation software and will createanimations for visual effects, computergames, or short animation projects.

Art 145abcdMultimedia Design3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 141abcdwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentexperienceRecommended Preparation: Art 142abcd or Art 144abcdCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed to enable the stu-dent to create two-dimensional animationand interactive multimedia for the WorldWide Web. Exercises lead studentsthrough screen and interface design, prin-ciples of animation, typography, digitalimaging, digital sound, and digital video.

Art 146abcdDesigning for the World Wide Web3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 141abcdwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentexperienceRecommended Preparation: Art 142abcdand either Art 39abcd or Art 143abcdCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students design and createwebsites through hands-on experiencewith graphics software. Topics coveredinclude the effective use of topography,images, and layout, organizing content,and designing an effective interface. Tech-nical issues such as file formats, compres-sion, testing, and debugging will also becovered.

Art 147abcdMotion Graphics3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 141abcdwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentexperienceRecommended Preparation: Art 142abcdCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course covers techniques for creatingdigital movies and performing nonlinearediting. Topics include history andoverview of analog and digital video, ana-lyzing selected works of commercial andfine art videos, using sound effects andmusic, effective use of transitions, andincorporating still images and text. Alsoincluded are file formats, compressionoptions, and hardware required for outputto multimedia sources and the World WideWeb. An original digital video project willbe created by each student.

Art 150The Art of Photography3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of photography asan art form which includes the evolutionof photography as art. The course will alsocover the aesthetic and cultural impact ofphotography as art. Also included is anexamination of the techniques and meth-ods of traditional and digital photography.Students will learn camera functions anddevelop their ability to analyze, evaluate,and compose photographs.Note: Art 150 is the same course as Photography150. Course credit is limited to Art 150 or Pho-tography 150.

Art 151abThe Art of Photography DigitalLaboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Art 150 or Photography 51 orFilm/Video 22 with a minimum grade of Cin prerequisite or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces the computer as atool for manipulating photographic images.Topics include digital image input, scan-ning, and various types of digital output.Emphasis is placed on the artistic possibil-ities of the image. Note: Art 151ab is the same course as Photogra-phy 151ab. Credit is limited to Art 151ab or Pho-tography 151ab.

Art 195abPortfolio and Career Planning forArtists and Designers2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course analyzes various sectors of theart and design industry and providesinstruction in portfolio planning andresume preparation for specific careerareas. Management skills for independentfreelance projects will also be covered.

AstronomyAstronomy 12Astronomy Laboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Astronomy 20 or 25 with aminimum grade of C in prerequisite or con-current enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

The astronomy laboratory provides stu-dents with an introduction to the observa-tion of the sky with telescopes, binoculars,and the unaided eye. The student willbecome familiar with the principles of setup and operation of telescopes and usethem to view the moon, the sun, planets,stars, star clusters, and nebulae. The stu-dent will use the principles of astronomyto interpret their observations. Studentswill also learn to identify the bright starsand major constellations visible in Califor-nia.* Note: Students will receive UC credit if Astron-omy 12 is taken concurrently with or afterAstronomy 20 or 25.

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Astronomy

Astronomy 13abc Astronomical Optics1 unit; 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: Astronomy 20or 25 or equivalent with a grade of B orbetter; Mathematics 80Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, the student will be intro-duced to principles of astronomical optics.The student will apply those principles tothe design, fabrication, and use of a tele-scope, which will be tested under the nightsky. Primary mirrors will be ground,smoothed, polished, and figured by hand.Extensive testing will be done in the opti-cal shop. Optics and optical testing theo-ries will be presented. Students will designand build a custom optical tube assemblyand telescope mount.Note: Minimum cost for a completed telescope is$250.

Astronomy 20The Solar System3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to the majorplanets and the smaller members of thesolar system such as moons, asteroids,Kuiper Belt Objects, and comets. Theoriesof the origin and histories of the planets arepresented. The early history of astronomyand the Copernican Revolution are dis-cussed. Sky phenomena such as the con-stellations, the seasons, eclipses, and plan-etary motions are demonstrated in theplanetarium. The possibility of life else-where in the solar system is examined.

Astronomy 25Stars and Galaxies3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to the uni-verse and its history, from the Big Bang tothe emergence of intelligent life on Earth.The course covers the sun, its life history,and its influence on the Earth. The forma-tion, evolution, and fates of different kindsof stars are examined. An overview of theMilky Way Galaxy is presented, leading toa discussion of galaxy types, their cluster-ing and evolution. The course concludeswith an examination of cosmology, thestudy of the birth, structure, and evolutionof the universe as a whole. Included is adiscussion of the possibility of and thesearch for extraterrestrial life.

Astronomy 50Special Topics in AstronomyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inAstronomy more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Astronomy 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inAstronomy with a minimum grade of B ineach and acknowledgment by the instructorwith whom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides the student an oppor-tunity to explore research problems inAstronomy not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned laboratory work and/orresearch projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Automotive CollisionRepair/PaintingAutomotive CollisionRepair/Painting 1AIntroduction to AutomotiveCollision Repair8 units; 3 hours lecture, 15 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

The course is designed to introduce stu-dents to automotive collision repair andprovide an overview of the skills neededfor employment in industry. Topics cov-ered include safety practices, industryrepair standards, repair theory, vehicleconstruction, gas welding and brazing, hotshrinking, hammer forging, grinding,metal finishing, body solder, plastic filler,and primer.Note: The two-course sequence of AutomotiveCollision Repair/Painting 1A and 1B is the sameas 4abcd. Students who have completed twosemesters of Automotive Collision Repair/Paint-ing 4abcd will not receive credit for 1A.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 1BCollision Repair Equipment andWelding Techniques8 units; 3 hours lecture, 15 hours labPrerequisite: Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 1A with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

The course provides instruction on colli-sion repair equipment and welding tech-niques involving safety practices, MetalInert Gas (MIG) welding, vehicle collisionanalysis and theory, hydraulic jacks, colli-sion repair equipment and body compo-nent alignment principles.Note: Two-course sequence Automotive Colli-sion Repair/Painting 1A and 1B is the same asfour semesters of Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 4abcd.

Astronomy – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The degree is designed for students planning to transfer with a major in astronomy. Thestudent will acquire the ability to use problem solving strategies that apply to physicalconcepts involving mechanics, thermodynamics, sounds, light, electricity and magnet-ism, and modern physics. Laboratory activities will provide the student with a founda-tion in measurement and analysis techniques necessary to test, understand and applyphysical concepts. Competencies will be assessed by evaluating the student’s ability toquantitatively and qualitatively determine the results of physical situations.

Preparation for the Transfer MajorFor information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfercurriculum guidesheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor,or visit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help youfulfill your associate degree requirements.




Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 1CMajor Collision Analysis andRepair8 units; 3 hours lecture, 15 hours labPrerequisite: Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 1A with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on majorcollision analysis and repair involving safe-ty practices, major collision repair, section-ing, suspensions, front end alignment, esti-mating and electric welding.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 1DAutomotive Component SystemsAnalysis and Repair8 units; 3 hours lecture, 15 hours labPrerequisite: Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 1A with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on theprinciples of automotive collision repairand painting involving safety practices,window glass, plastics, vinyl tops, electriccircuits, cooling systems, air conditioning,upholstery and electric welding.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 2ABasic Automotive Painting -Refinishing8 units; 3 hours lecture, 15 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students are introduced toautomotive painting and refinishing andthe skills needed for employment in indus-try. Topics covered include safety prac-tices, industry repair standards, VOC(Volatile Organic Compound) recording,surface identification, surface preparation,abrasives, metal conditioning, vehiclemasking, primers, and spray equipment.Note: The two-course sequence of AutomotiveCollision Repair/Painting 2A and 2B is the sameas Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 5abcd.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 2BAutomotive Refinishing Materialsand Equipment8 units; 3 hours lecture, 15 hours labPrerequisite: Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 1A or 2A or one semester of 4abcdor 5abcd with a minimum grade of C ineach prerequisite course or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on theprinciples of automotive refinishing involv-ing safety practices and equipment, airsupply equipment, refinishing spray booth,spray equipment, undercoat materials, sol-vents, topcoat color systems, and paintapplication procedures.Note: The two-course sequence of AutomotiveCollision Repair/Painting 2A and 2B is the sameas Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 5abcd.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 2CAutomotive RefinishingApplications8 units; 3 hours lecture, 15 hours labPrerequisite: Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 1A or 2A or one semester of 4abcdor 5abcd with a minimum grade of C ineach prerequisite course or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on princi-ples of automotive refinishing involvingsafety practices, estimating, paint addi-tives, paint removal, plastic componentrefinishing, spot repair, color sanding andbuffing, multi-stage finishes, and paintaccessories.

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Automotive Collision Repair/Painting – A.S.Degree and Certificates of Achievement andAccomplishment(Industry and Technology Division)

The automotive collision repair/painting program prepares students for employment inthe field and provides upgrade opportunities for currently employed personnel. By com-pleting the degree requirements, students will gain proficiency in industry repair stan-dards, vehicle identification and construction, estimating, body repairs, frame repairs,vehicle alignment, welding, and vehicle painting. In addition, completing the certificaterequirements prepares students for employment in the fields of automotive insuranceinvestigation, vehicle accident reconstruction, automotive collision repair, or automotivepainting. Competencies will be assessed regularly by student performance in the auto-motive collision repair/painting classroom and laboratory.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 50% of the major requirements for the Associate in Science Degree must be com-pleted at El Camino College.A minimum of 20 units from: Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A,2B, 2C, 3A, 4abcd, 5abcd, 20, 22, 24, 26Recommended electives: Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 95abcd, Machine ToolTechnology 16ab, Technical Mathematics 1, Welding 15abTotal Units: 20

Certificates of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted to the student completing the courses inthe Automotive Collision Repair/Painting I or Automotive Collision Repair/Painting IIoptions. At least 50% of the courses required for the Certificate of Achievement mustbe completed at El Camino College.Automotive Collision Repair/Painting I: Complete a minimum of 32 units from: Automo-tive Collision Repair/Painting 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3A, 4abcd, 5abcd, 20, 22, 24,26Total Units: 32Automotive Collision Repair/Painting II: Complete a minimum of 32 units from: Auto-motive Collision Repair/Painting 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3A, 4abcd, 5abcd, 20, 22,24, 26; complete 9-12 units from: English A or qualifying score for English 1A on Eng-lish Placement Test, Machine Tool Technology 16ab,* Technical Mathematics 1, Weld-ing 15ab* (*one semester of)Total Units: 41-44

Certificates of AccomplishmentA Certificate of Accomplishment will be granted to the student completing the coursesin the Automotive Collision Investigation or the Automotive Accident Reconstructionoptions. At least 50% of the requirements for the Certificate of Accomplishment mustbe completed at El Camino College.Automotive Collision Investigation: Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 20, 22Total Units: 6Automotive Accident Reconstruction: Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 24, 26Total Units: 6




Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 3AIntroduction to Automotive Collision Estimating1 unit; 1 hour lectureRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveCollision Repair/Painting 1A or 2A or onesemester of 4abcd or 5abcd or equivalent;eligibility for English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on thetheory and application of developing awritten damage estimate using forms,books, guides and charts.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 4abcdAutomotive Collision Repair: Collision Damage4 units; 2 hours lecture, 7 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on theprinciples of automotive collision repair/painting involving safety practices, oxy-acetylene welding and brazing, electricwelding, vehicle construction, metal work-ing, grinding, plastic and solder filling,hydraulic body jacks, structural repairs,masking, and primer and spot painting.Note: Four semesters of this course are the sameas the two-course sequence of Automotive Colli-sion Repair/Painting 1A and 1B.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 5abcdAutomotive Collision Repair:Painting4 units; 2 hours lecture, 7 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on theprinciples of automotive collision repair/painting involving safety practices, oxy-acetylene welding and brazing, plastic andsolder filling, vehicle construction andidentification, plastic parts, estimating, sur-face preparation, vehicle masking, primer,paint removal, paint additives, paintingequipment, spot painting and completerefinishing.Note: Four semesters of this course are the sameas the two-course sequence of Automotive Colli-sion Repair/Painting 2A and 2B.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 6abcdAutomotive Collision RepairApplications3 units; 6 hours lecture, 10 hours lab(6 weeks course)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on theprinciples of automotive collision repairand painting, including safety practices;vehicle construction, gas, and Metal InertGas (MIG) welding; sheet metal repair;High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) guns;undercoat materials and complete paint-ing.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 20Automotive Collision Investigation3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an introductory course in automo-tive collision investigation designed for stu-dents preparing for employment in thefields of automotive collision repair, auto-motive insurance investigation, and acci-dent reconstruction. Emphasis is placedupon vehicle identification, vehicle designand construction, occupant restraint sys-tems, tire identification and construction,identification of skid-marks, the coefficientof friction, and speed from skid formulas.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 22Automotive Repair Fraud3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the elements of fraudencountered in the automotive repairindustry and is designed to prepare stu-dents for employment in the fields of auto-motive collision repair, automotive insur-ance investigation, and accident recon-struction. Topics covered include stagedtraffic accidents, Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) swapping, title washing,VIN cloning, National Highway TrafficSafety Administration (NHTSA), FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standards, NationalInsurance Crime Bureau (NICB), automo-tive insurance industry, fraud detectionand investigation procedures, collection ofevidence, witness marks and materialtransfer, identification and implications ofprior damage, vehicle crush analysis, traf-fic accident photography, vehicle lampanalysis, and vehicle fires.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 24Automotive Collision Analysis3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation:Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 20Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the elements of automo-tive collision analysis and is designed toprepare students for employment in thefields of automotive collision repair, auto-motive insurance investigation, and acci-dent reconstruction. Emphasis is placedon accident causation factors, collisiondeformation, low speed impacts, calcula-tion of drag factors, speed determinationfrom crush analysis, Event Data Recorder(EDR), failure analysis, roadway debris,and human factors.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 26Automotive AccidentReconstruction3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveCollision Repair/Painting 20 or 24Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the elements of automo-tive collision reconstruction and isdesigned to prepare students for employ-ment in the fields of automotive collisionrepair, automotive insurance investigation,and accident reconstruction. Emphasis isplaced on photography of vehicle damageand computer modeling, measuring anddocumenting skid marks, calculation ofdrag factors, speed from skid marks con-sidering radius and critical speed scuff,determination of combined velocities,occupant dynamics, time and positionanalysis, force line determination and Prin-ciple Direction of Force (PDOF), conserva-tion of momentum analysis, and Delta-Vdetermination.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 50Special Topics in AutomotiveCollision Repair/PaintingUnits determined by individual course;lecture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inAutomotive Collision Repair/Painting morespecific than provided in other courses inthe regular departmental curriculum. Stu-dents are referred to the current scheduleof classes for details of specific courses.

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Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the AutomotiveCollision Repair/Painting field. Theseexperiences will enable students toimprove job skills, analyze career opportu-nities and requirements, and comparethem to personal abilities and career expec-tations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inAutomotive Collision Repair/Painting witha minimum grade of B in each andacknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of AutomotiveCollision Repair/Painting not covered inthe regular departmental offerings. Regularconferences with the instructor are coordi-nated with assigned Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting projects (60 hours perunit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

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Automotive Technology – A.S. Degree andCertificates of Achievement andAccomplishment(Industry and Technology Division)

The automotive technology program prepares students for employment in the field andprovides upgrade opportunities for currently employed personnel. By completing thedegree or certificate requirements, the student will gain proficiency in safety practices,automotive service, testing, troubleshooting, brakes, suspension, wheel alignment,engine tune-up, electrical systems, fuel systems (carburetion and fuel injection), emis-sion systems, transmissions, drive trains, engine repair, engine rebuilding, automotivemachining, or air conditioning. Competencies will be assessed regularly in accordancewith Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standards. A student completing degree orcertificate requirements may expect to enter industry as a technician in automotive serv-ice, repair, tune-up, smog certification, or automotive air conditioning.

El Camino College Major RequirementsComplete a minimum of: 8 units from Automotive Technology 22A or 23 and 24; 8 unitsfrom Automotive Technology 22B or 25 and 26 (or 8 units from Automotive Technology71 and 72); 8 units from Automotive Technology 33 or 34 and 35; 8 units from Automo-tive Technology 11 or 14 and 16; one course from Automotive Technology 41, 42, 43, 45Recommended electives: Technology Mathematics 1; Welding 15abTotal Units: 36-40

Certificates of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted to the student completing the courses inthe Automotive Technician I or Automotive Technician II options. At least 50% of thecourses required for the Certificate of Achievement must be completed at El CaminoCollege.Automotive Technician I: 8 units from: Automotive Technology 33 or 34 and 35;8 units from: Automotive Technology 22A or 23 and 24; 8 units from: Automotive Technology 22B or 25 and 26; one course from: Automotive Technology 41, 42, 43, 45; 8 units from: Automotive Technology 11 or 14 and 16Total Units: 36-40Automotive Technician II: 8 units from: Automotive Technology 33 or 34 and 35;8 units from: Automotive Technology 22A or 23 and 24; 8 units from: Automotive Technology 22B or 25 and 26; one course from: Automotive Technology 41, 42, 43, 45; 8 units from: Automotive Technology 11 or 14 and 16; complete 6-10 units from: English A or qualifying score for English 1A on the EnglishPlacement Test, Technical Mathematics 1, Welding 15ab* or Machine Tool Technology46 or Machine Tool Technology 101abcd* (*one semester of)Total Units: 42-50

Certificates of AccomplishmentA Certificate of Accomplishment will be granted upon completion of the required cours-es in the Automotive Air Conditioning Technician or Automotive Brakes and SuspensionTechnician or Automotive Engine Rebuilding and Repair Technician or AutomotiveTransmission and Drive Train Technician options. At least 50% of the courses requiredfor the Certificate of Accomplishment must be completed at El Camino College.Automotive Air Conditioning Technician: Automotive Technology 81Total Units: 3Automotive Brakes and Suspension Technician: Automotive Technology 11 or 14 and 16Total Units: 8Automotive Engine Rebuilding and Repair Technician: Automotive Technology 41 or 42or 43 and 45Total Units: 8Automotive Transmission and Drive Train Technician: Automotive Technology 33 or 34and 35Total Units: 8


Automotive Technology

Automotive TechnologyAutomotive Technology 1 Introduction to Automotive Service 2 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an introduction to the study of auto-motive servicing including engine, igni-tion, fuel, cooling, charging, cranking,drive line, brakes and suspension systemsconstruction and operational theories. Lab-oratory activities include maintenance pro-cedures and proper use of tools utilized inthe field.

Automotive Technology 11 Brakes, Suspension and FourWheel Alignment8 units; 5 hours lecture, 10 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or concurrent enrollment orindustry experienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of brake sys-tems, front and rear suspension systems,steering systems and their operation. Labo-ratory activities stress brake, suspensionand steering diagnosis, repair, machining,overhaul, front wheel and four wheelalignment procedures and proper use oftools and equipment utilized in the field.Note: This course is the same as the two-coursesequence Automotive Technology 14 and 16.Students who have completed Automotive Tech-nology 14 and 16 will not receive credit for Auto-motive Technology 11.

Automotive Technology 14Brakes4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of brake sys-tems, including anti-lock brake systems(ABS) and their operation. Laboratoryactivities stress brake system diagnosis,repair, machining, overhaul proceduresand proper use of tools and equipment uti-lized in the automotive industry.Note: The two-course sequence AutomotiveTechnology 14 and 16 is the same as

Automotive Technology 16Suspension and Four WheelAlignment4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of suspensionand steering systems construction andtheir operation. Laboratory activities stresssuspension and steering system diagnosis,repair, machining, overhaul, front wheeland four wheel alignment procedures andproper use of tools and equipment utilizedin the automotive field.Note: The two-course sequence AutomotiveTechnology 14 and 16 is the same asAutomotive Technology 11.

Automotive Technology 21 Introduction to EngineTune-up2 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of minorengine tune-up, electrical systems and fuelsystems theory and application. Laborato-ry activities stress the proper use of testequipment utilized in the industry.

Automotive Technology 22A Introduction to Tune-Up, Electrical and Fuel Systems8 units; 5 hours lecture, 10 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an introductory engine tune-upcourse which covers construction andoperation of the following systems: electri-cal charging, cooling, emission controls,fuel and ignition. Laboratory activitiesstress the proper use of test equipment andrepair procedures used in the industry. Note: This course is the same as the two-coursesequence Automotive Technology 23 and 24.Students who have completed Automotive Tech-nology 23 and 24 will not receive credit for Auto-motive Technology 22A.

Automotive Technology 22B Advanced Tune-Up, Electrical andFuel Systems8 units; 5 hours lecture, 10 hours labPrerequisite: Automotive Technology 22Awith a minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of major tune-up, electrical systems and fuel systems(carburetion and fuel injection) testing,diagnosis and repair procedures. Laborato-ry activities stress the proper use of testequipment utilized in industry. Note: Automotive Technology 22B is the sameas two-course sequence Automotive Technology25 and 26. Students who have completed Auto-motive Technology 25 and 26 will not receivecredit for Automotive Technology 22B.

Automotive Technology 23 Major Tune-Up and EmissionControls4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 21 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of majorengine tune-up and service and testing ofemission control systems. Laboratoryactivities stress the proper use of testequipment utilized in the automotive field.Note: The two-course sequence AutomotiveTechnology 23 and 24 is the same as

Automotive Technology 24 Fuel Systems and Emissions4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 21 or 23 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of fuel systemservice, testing and diagnosis, includingcarburetor overhaul procedures, fuel injec-tion and computer controlled fuel systems.Laboratory activities stress the proper useof test equipment utilized in the automo-tive field.Note: The two-course sequence AutomotiveTechnology 23 and 24 is the same asAutomotive Technology 22A.

Automotive Technology 25 Automotive Electrical Systems4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 21 or 23 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the theory and opera-tion of automotive electronic componentsand systems. Laboratory activities stressproper use of test equipment utilized in theautomotive field.Note: The two-course sequence AutomotiveTechnology 25 and 26 is the same as




Automotive Technology 26Automotive Testing and Diagnosis4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: A total of 8 units with a min-imum grade of C is required from the fol-lowing courses: Automotive Technology22A, 23, 24, 25 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of advancedautomotive testing and diagnostic proce-dures of the following systems: ignition,fuel, emissions, electrical and electronic,and computer control systems. Laboratoryactivities stress the proper use of diagnos-tic equipment utilized in the automotivefield.Note: The two-course sequence AutomotiveTechnology 25 and 26 is the same asAutomotive Technology 22B.

Automotive Technology 33 Transmission, Drive Train andDrive Axles8 units; 5 hours lecture, 10 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of automatictransmissions, manual transmissions,clutch, drive line and drive axle construc-tion and operation. Laboratory activitiesstress drive train diagnosis, repair, over-haul procedures and the proper use of toolsutilized in the field.Note: This course is the same as two-coursesequence Automotive Technology 34 and 35.Students who have completed Automotive Tech-nology 34 and 35 will not receive credit for Auto-motive Technology 33.

Automotive Technology 34 Automatic Transmissions4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of automatictransmission construction and operation.Laboratory activities stress diagnosis,repair, overhaul procedures and the prop-er use of tools utilized in the automotivefield.Note: The two-course sequence AutomotiveTechnology 34 and 35 is the same asAutomotive Technology 33. Students who havecompleted AutomotiveTechnology 34 and 35 will not receive credit forAutomotive Technology

Automotive Technology 35Manual Transmission, Drive Trainand Drive Axles4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of manualtransmission, clutch, drive line and driveaxle construction and operation. Laborato-ry activities stress diagnosis, repair, over-haul procedures and the proper use of toolsutilized in the automotive field.Note: The two-course sequence AutomotiveTechnology 34 and 35 is the same asAutomotive Technology 33. Students who havecompleted AutomotiveTechnology 34 and 35 will not receive credit forAutomotive Technology

Automotive Technology 41 Engine Rebuilding8 units; 5 hours lecture, 10 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course stresses engine construction,operation, diagnosis and the properrebuilding procedures. Laboratory activi-ties stress the proper use of tools andequipment utilized in the field.

Automotive Technology 42Engine Repair8 units; 5 hours lecture, 10 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of automotiveengine construction and operation, diagno-sis and repair procedures of the following:cylinder head removal and valve grinding,camshaft and timing gear replacement,water pump replacement, oil, coolant andmanifold (intake and exhaust) leaks,engine maintenance and the installation oflong or short blocks (no engine rebuilding).Laboratory activities stress the proper useof equipment utilized in the field.

Automotive Technology 43Introduction to Engine Repair4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of automotiveengine construction and operation, diagno-sis and repair procedures of the following:cylinder head removal and valve grinding,camshaft and timing gear replacement,water pump replacement, oil coolant andmanifold (intake and exhaust) leaks andengine maintenance. Laboratory activitiesstress the proper use of equipment utilizedin the automotive field.

Automotive Technology 45 Automotive Machining4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: AutomotiveTechnology 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of themachining processes used in the automo-tive trade, including but not limited to:drilling and tapping, milling, boring andhoning, pin fitting, press work, resurfac-ing, reaming, knurling, repairing of dam-aged threads, measuring, grinding, andcrack detection methods and repairing.Laboratory activities stress proper use ofequipment utilized in the automotive field.

Automotive Technology 50Special Topics in AutomotiveTechnologyUnits determined by individual course;lecture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inAutomotive Technology more specific thanprovided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

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Automotive Technology 80California Basic Area Clean AirCar Course4 units; 4 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: 8 units from the followingcourses: Automotive Technology 21, 22A,22B, 23, 24, 25 or equivalent trade experi-enceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Students and Technicians who desire tobecome state of California Licensed SmogCheck technicians, must take the BasicClean Air Car Course. Successful comple-tion of this course partially satisfies theeducation requirements for the state SmogCheck Technicians License. It is highlyrecommended that students entering intothis course have one year experience/edu-cation in the automotive engine perform-ance area. This course covers the study ofproper procedures for inspection, testing,repair and certification of vehicle emis-sions within California Clean Air Car Stan-dards. Emphasis is placed on Bureau ofAutomotive Repair (BAR) Rules and Regu-lations, BAR Emission Inspection Systemoperation procedures, OBDII operationand O2/Air Fuel Sensor Testing.

Automotive Technology 81Automotive Air Conditioning3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students are introduced torefrigeration principles, system componentfunctions, and proper testing procedures asthey apply to automotive air conditioning.The course stresses the analysis of collect-ed data, resulting in accurate diagnosis,repair, and service.

Automotive Technology 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment or vol-unteer work in a position related to the stu-dent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the AutomotiveTechnology field. These experiences willenable students to improve job skills, ana-lyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Automotive Technology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inAutomotive Technology with a minimumgrade of B in each and acknowledgment bythe instructor with whom the student willworkCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of AutomotiveTechnology not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned Automotive Technologyprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

BiologyBiology 8Biology of Plants4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This biology course focuses on the world ofplants and plant-like organisms. Studentswill study vascular plant anatomy, physiol-ogy, and ecology as well as explore the sig-nificance of plants to human life. The lab-oratory work will include a survey ofalgae, fungi, and all representative plantgroups.

Biology 10Fundamentals of Biology4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a survey of all living things:prokaryotes, protists, fungi plants, and ani-mals. Basic principles of structure, func-tion, and relationships of living organismsare discussed with special reference tohumans.*Note: Students will not receive UC credit forBiology 10 if taken after Biology 101.

Biology 11Fundamentals of Zoology4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course introduces major animalgroups and the single-celled protozoans.Comparative studies of animal structureand physiology will illustrate principles ofclassification and evolution. Ecologicaltopics include animal behavior, naturalhistory, and relationships of animals tohumans. Genetics and basic cell biologyare also covered.

Biology 12 Field Zoology4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of invertebrate andvertebrate animals involving general prin-ciples of biology, taxonomy, physiology,and ecology with an emphasis on Califor-nia. Major invertebrate phyla will be intro-duced in the classroom and through tidepool experience. The taxonomy, anatomy,and natural history of all major vertebrateanimal classes will be explored throughclassroom lecture and demonstration andfield assessment. Field experience willinclude both optional and required trips tomuseums, aquariums, and field locations.

Biology 15Environmental Aspects of Biology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

Basic ecological and biological principlesand concepts are emphasized in the studyof the structure and function of ecosys-tems. Major ecological problems such asover-population, resource depletion andfood production are related to endangeredspecies and habitat degradation. Environ-mental pollution of air and water resourcesare considered in local areas as well asnational and international situations. Airquality and global warming issues are con-sidered. Students are encouraged to partic-ipate in local activities addressing environ-mental problems and restoring andimproving local habitats.

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Biology 16Field Entomology4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is a survey course in insect biology,taxonomy, physiology, and ecology, andconsiders the methods and economicimportance of controlling insect popula-tions. Major insect orders and families areintroduced through lecture with slides andlive and preserved specimens. Emphasis isplaced on learning how to identify insectspecimens in the laboratory and to recog-nize them in the field. Field trips to localsites, local desert and coastal mountainhabitats will be taken to practice collec-tion, preparation, and recognition tech-niques.

Biology 17Marine Biology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is an introductory marine biology lec-ture course exploring biological principlesof structure, function and adaptation formarine life. It includes a review of the his-tory of marine biology and a discussion oflocal species of marine plants and animalsand major marine communities. Humaninteraction and impact on the ocean is alsodiscussed.

Biology 18Marine Biology Laboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Biology 17 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is an introductory marine biology labo-ratory course designed to compliment themarine biology lecture course. The laborato-ry course will explore the animals andplants living in the ocean and their structureand adaptations for a marine environment.Local species will be identified and classi-fied and local aquariums will be visited.

Biology 50Special Topics in BiologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit determined by individual course

This course is designed to explore topics inBiology more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Biology 99abcIndependent Study in Life Science1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: any two Life Sci-ence courses, except Biology 10 or Biology15, with a minimum grade of B in each andacknowledgement by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides the student an oppor-tunity to explore research problems in lifescience not covered in the regular depart-mental offerings. Regular conferenceswith the instructor are coordinated withassigned laboratory work and researchprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Biology 101Principles of Biology I5 units; 3 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Chemistry 4 with minimumgrade of C or the equivalentRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of eukaryoticorganisms, their evolution and ecology.The student will have a thorough exposureto plant and animal anatomy and physiolo-gy, and will utilize animal dissection in thelab. Students will be expected to completea project that includes hypothesis, predic-tion, experimentation, and presentation ofresults. This course is one of three cours-es in the biology series designed for biolo-gy majors, including those students plan-ning to pursue a career in medicine, den-tistry, or other life sciences.Note: It is recommended that Chemistry 1A betaken concurrently in preparation for Biology102.

Biology – A. S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The program is designed to provide students the opportunity to obtain a degree uponsuccessful completion of the requirements of a biology transfer major. This major mayinclude biology, botany, zoology, microbiology, molecular biology, or anatomy andphysiology. The student in this program will master cell anatomy and physiology,molecular and Mendelian genetics, and the anatomy, morphology, physiology, life his-tories, ecology, and evolutionary aspects of archaebacteria, eubacteria, protist, fungi,and plant and animal kingdoms. Competency will be measured by exams and labpracticum exams, and in the performance of such laboratory skills as dissections,microbiological techniques, microscopy, and electrophoresis.

Preparation for the Transfer MajorFor information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer cur-riculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor, orvisit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help you ful-fill your associate degree requirements.




Biology 102Principles of Biology II5 units; 3 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Chemistry 1A with minimumgrade of C or the equivalentRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course offers a detailed study ofeukaryotic cell anatomy, metabolism, anddivision, including the study of Mendeliangenetics and the molecular genetics ofeukaryotes. Prokaryotic cellular structure(eubacteria and archaea), microbial genet-ics, and viruses are also studied. The sci-entific method is discussed in the lecturecomponent and students implement ele-ments of the process in various laboratoryexercises. This course is one of threecourses in the biology series designed forbiology majors, including those studentsplanning to pursue a career in medicine,dentistry, or other life sciences.

Biology 103(formerly Biology 1C)Fundamentals of MolecularBiology3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Biology 101 and 102 with aminimum grade of C in each course;Chemistry 7A with a minimum grade of Cor concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to molecularbiology. The student will study DNA,RNA and protein structure; protein bio-chemistry; protein purification and analy-sis; genome organization of viruses,prokaryotes and eukaryotes; DNA replica-tion; transcription and splicing; regulationof transcription; translation; and recombi-nant DNA technology. The student willalso explore the uses of DNA technology,such as forensics and agriculture, as wellas the ethical considerations of these uses.

Biology 104Molecular Biology Laboratory1.5 units; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Biology 103 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalent or concurrentenrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides basic techniques inprotein and nucleic acid experimentation.The content reinforces concepts presentedin the Fundamentals of Molecular Biologycourse. Methodologies covered includeprotein purification and quantitation,determination of enzymatic activity, SDS-PAGE, Western Blotting, ELISA, DNAextraction and quantitation, agarose gelelectrophoresis, DNA recombination,transformation of E. coli, clone selectionand screening, PCR, and Southern Blot-ting.

BiotechnologyBiotechnology 1Basic Techniques of BiologicalTechnology2.5 units; 6 hours labPrerequisite: Chemistry 4 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides fundamental skills forthe biotechnology laboratory. This is thefirst of two courses in biotechnology tech-niques. The content covers standard note-book preparation for industry and acade-mia; solution and media preparation; ster-ile technique; bacterial propagation; basictechniques of DNA extraction and manip-ulation; the use and maintenance of basiclaboratory equipment; quality control andlaboratory safety.

Biotechnology 2Advanced Techniques of BiologicalTechnology2.5 units; 6 hours labPrerequisite: Biotechnology 1 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides advanced skills forthe biotechnology laboratory. This is thesecond of two courses in biotechnologytechniques. Methodologies include proteinpurification with column chromatographyand quantitation with a spectrophotome-ter; protein characterization with SDS-PAGE and Western Blotting; ELISA; PCR;and Southern Blotting. Bioinformaticsintroduction and instruction are carriedout with internet databases. Skills learnedin the first biotechnology course are rein-forced, including the use and maintenanceof basic laboratory equipment, the practiceof quality control and laboratory safety.

BotanySee Biology

BuildingSee Construction Technology

BusinessBusiness 1AFinancial Accounting4 units; 4 hours lecture, 1 hour labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU - limitations apply, UC

This is an introductory course covering thefundamentals of financial accounting ofthe corporate entity. Topics include ethics,the analysis, recording, and summarizingof accounting transactions on the accrualbasis in preparing financial statements. Anemphasis will be on accounting as an infor-mation system to meet the demands ofusers for decision making. Computerapplications are integrated into the home-work.

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Business 1BManagerial Accounting4 units; 4 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: Business 1A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU - limitations apply, UC

This course emphasizes advanced account-ing theory, principles and practices for thecorporation form of ownership. A majorfocus of the course is on managerial, cost,and manufacturing accounting and relatedissues in the corporate environment.

Business 2AIntermediate Accounting3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Business 1B with a minimumgrade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course emphasizes advanced financialaccounting theory and practice for the cor-porate form of ownership. A major focus ofthe course is on the preparation and analy-sis of complex financial statements, notesand special reporting issues.

Business 2BIntermediate Accounting3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Business 2A with a minimumgrade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a continuation of the studyof advanced financial and managerialaccounting theory and practice for the cor-porate form of ownership. The emphasis ofthe course is on the analysis, evaluation,and preparation of complex corporatefinancial statements including notes, spe-cial topics, and extenuating circumstancesand the resulting reporting issues.

Business 3QuickBooks2 units; 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will be introducedto basic financial record keeping softwareusing the double-entry system for record-ing transactions. Emphasis will be placedon how to use the accounting applicationsoftware in a small business environment. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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Business – A.S. Degree andCertificates of Achievement(Business Division)

Business Administration – The program is designed to provide the opportunity for atransfer business major to achieve an associate degree. The student will acquire a foun-dation in basic accounting principles, business law, and macroeconomics and microeco-nomics theory. Students will be able to apply methodologies to assess fiscal and mone-tary policy in the marketplace and understand the basics of contract law. Competencieswill be assessed through examination and projects.

Business (emphasis in Accounting) – By completing the degree or certificate require-ments of the accounting program, students will acquire the ability to apply the funda-mental theory, principles, and practices of the accounting cycle for unincorporated andcorporate forms of business, financial, and managerial accounting theory as well as costaccounting and cost procedures used in business and industry. The student will alsolearn income tax regulations pertaining to individual and business income tax prepara-tions and planning. Competencies will be assessed regularly through examinations andcomprehensive problems. The major provides career opportunities in entry-levelaccounting positions.

Business (emphasis in Business Management) – The program provides studentswith the opportunity to obtain a degree or certificate in business management. The stu-dent completing this program will have the ability to organize, operate, and manage busi-ness organizations, utilize human resources, improve working relationships, draft lettersand reports, and speak in various business situations. Competency will be measured byexaminations, presentations, projects, and case problems.

Business (emphasis in Marketing) – The program is designed to provide studentswith the opportunity to obtain a degree or certificate in marketing. The student willexplore opportunities in the marketing field, acquire basic marketing terminology, apply-ing marketing concepts to the role of marketing in society and in the business firm, andbalance factors that influence marketing decision-making in the global economy. Com-petency will be measured by examinations, projects, and case problems.

Business (emphasis in Office Administration) – The degree and certificate programsin office administration include options in office systems, management, bookkeeping,computer applications, and office clerk. Upon completion of the requirements, studentswill be able to operate office equipment appropriate to their specialty, apply Americanbusiness office procedures, and understand information management principles, opera-tions, and organization. Competency will be assessed regularly through examinationsand projects.

El Camino College Major and Certificate Requirements

Business Administration MajorStudents who intend to complete a four-year baccalaureate program in Business Admin-istration should complete the lower division requirements of the college of their choice.See a counselor for more specific information.

Accounting MajorBusiness 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B; Computer Information Systems 13; Law 5; two courses fromthe following: Business 4, 5A; Law 6Total Units: 26-27

Certificate of Achievement – AccountingA Certificate of Achievement will be granted to the student who completes the courseslisted below. At least 15 units of the certificate requirements must be completed at ElCamino College.Business 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, Computer Information Systems 13, Law 5; two courses fromthe following: Business 4, 5A, Law 6Total Units: 26-27





Business

Business 4Cost Accounting3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Business 1B with a minimumgrade of C or equivalent experienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course emphasizes the theory andpractice of cost accounting and cost proce-dures used in business and industry. Amajor focus is on job order, process, andstandard cost methods.

Business 5AIncome Tax Accounting4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Business 1A with a minimumgrade of C or equivalent experienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course emphasizes income tax regula-tions pertaining to individual and businessincome tax reporting. A major focus of thiscourse is on income inclusions, exclusions,exemptions, capital gains and losses, busi-ness and individual deductions.

Business 5CIncome Tax MicrocomputerApplications1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: Business 5A with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollment orequivalent experienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to computerapplication in tax preparation and plan-ning. A major focus of the course is onpreparation and analysis of tax returns byusing a current tax software program.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 11Accounting for Small Business3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course includes basic accounting pro-cedures, preparation and analysis of finan-cial statements, banking, payroll processes,and special accounting journals. This is anaccounting course for small business inservice and retail environments.Note: This course is not open to students whohave credit for or are currently enrolled in Busi-ness 1A. Not recommended for the student whohas completed two years of high school book-keeping with a grade of C or better.

Business 12 Advertising3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will study the fieldof advertising and promotion from a mar-keting perspective. Topics to be coveredinclude the practice and management ofadvertising by agencies, clients, and themedia. Also emphasized are the conceptsof ethics, social responsibility, and con-sumer benefits. Effective techniques in thepreparation of different types of advertise-ments will also be analyzed and applied.

Business 14 Marketing3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an intensive study ofconcepts and strategies on which the fieldof marketing is based. Emphasis will be onproduct decisions, distribution decisions,promotion decisions, and pricing decisions.The general elements of electronic market-ing will also be studied. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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Business Management MajorA minimum of 12 units must be completed at El Camino College.Business 1A or 11; Business 14 or 21; Business 20, 22, 24, 25, 29; Business 27 or 28;Law 5Recommended electives: Business 1B, 17, 90, Computer Information Systems 13Total Units: 27-28

Certificates of Achievement - Business ManagementA Certificate of Achievement will be awarded to the student completing the require-ments in the Business Management or Retail Management options.Business Management: Business 1A or 11; Business 14 or 21; Business 20, 22, 24, 25,29; Business 27 or 28; Law 5Total Units: 27-28Retail Management: A minimum of 15 units must be completed at El Camino College.Business 1A or 11; Business 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 28, 29, Computer Information Sys-tems 13Total Units: 30-31

Marketing MajorA minimum of 12 units must be completed at El Camino College.Business 1A or 11; Business 12 or 24; Business 14, 22, 25; 29; Business 27 or 28;Law 5Recommended electives: Business 17, 20, 21, 90, Computer Information Systems 13Total Units: 24-25

Certificate of Achievement – MarketingA Certificate of Achievement will be awarded to the student completing the courses list-ed below. A minimum of 12 units must be completed at El Camino College.Business 1A or 11; Business 12 or 24; Business 14, 22, 25, 29; Business 27 or 28; Law5. Students who anticipate employment with large businesses are advised to take Busi-ness 12. Those interested in smaller enterprises should complete Business 24.Total Units: 24-25





Business 15Business Mathematics3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicable

This course is designed to prepare studentsfor mathematical concepts involving quan-titative reasoning and analysis in manage-ment, finance, accounting, real estate, andother areas of business. The course contentinvolves a thorough study of all aspects ofbusiness mathematics including basic com-putational skills, bank reconciliation, useof business formulas and equations, pay-roll, discounts and markup/markdowns,simple and compound interest, presentvalue analysis, annuities and sinkingfunds, credit, depreciation and inventory,taxes, insurance, financial reports, andbusiness statistics.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 1610-Key Calculating for Business1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours labCredit, degree applicable

This course offers instruction and practicefor developing speed and accuracy on the10-key computer keypad using propertouch techniques. Students will apply basicmath and calculator functions to typicalbusiness tasks such as bank reconcilia-tions, invoice preparation and audit, calcu-lation of interest and discounts, pricingmarkups and markdowns, and payrollearnings and taxes.

Business 17Personal Finance3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course basic economic issuesapplied to individual and family manage-ment, such as financial planning, recordkeeping, budgeting, managing money,credit, and taxes are covered. Housing andother major expenditures, protecting assetsthrough insurance and other means,investing in stocks, bonds, mutual funds,and real estate, as well as retirement plan-ning are emphasized. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 19Principles of RetailingManagement3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicable

This course is a study of the principles andpractices used in the management of retailstores. Topics include site selection, lay-out, organization, staffing, positioning, cus-tomer service, promotional techniques andall aspects of the critical buying function.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 20Business Management3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a study of basic businessmanagement concepts and theories in aglobal, competitive environment. Empha-sis is on an operational analysis of the man-ager’s role in multinational business organ-izations. Also emphasized are the princi-ples of Total Quality Management and thetraditional management functions of plan-ning, organizing, staffing, leading, and con-trolling.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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Office Administration Major18 units of the major requirements must be completed at El Camino College. Requiredcourses are: Business 16, 27, 28, 41, 43, 52A, 52B, 54. In addition, students must com-plete the Office Systems Option or the Management Option.Office Systems Option: Business 40, 55, Business 60C; two courses from Business49abcd, 56abcd, 57abcd; one course from: Computer Information Systems 26, 28Total Units: 32Management Option: Business 22, 29, 60B; three courses from: Business 1A or 11,Business 20, 25, Computer Information Systems 13Total Units: 36-37

Certificates of Achievement - Office AdministrationBookkeeping Clerk: A Certificate of Achievement will be granted to students complet-ing the courses listed below. A minimum of 10 units must be completed at El CaminoCollege. All units must be completed within five years of the date of issue of the cer-tificate. Students who have questions regarding this requirement should contact theCounseling Division or Evaluations Unit for a waiver petition.Business 11 or 1A; Business 15, 16, 40, 41, 43, 60B; Business 3 or Computer Informa-tion Systems 26; Business 54 or Computer Information Systems 13Total Units: 20-23Office Applications Specialist: A Certificate of Achievement will be granted to studentscompleting the courses listed below. A minimum of 11 units must be completed at ElCamino College. All units must be completed within five years of the date of issue ofthe certificate. Students who have questions regarding this requirement should contactthe Counseling Division or Evaluations Unit for a waiver petition.Business 16, 27, 40, 52A, 52B, 54, 55, 60C; two courses from Business 49abcd, 56abcd,57abcdTotal Units: 21





Business 21Personnel Management3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will gain an under-standing of effective utilization of humanresources in the business enterprise.Emphasis is on principles of personneladministration, supervisory and leadershiptechniques, human relations, concepts ofmotivation, business communication, andlaws governing the rights of employers andemployees. Effective management of com-mon types of personnel problems will bediscussed.

Business 22Human Relations in Business3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will examinehuman relations theories and applicationsthat will promote effective work relation-ships. Ethical issues in business areaddressed as well as an explicit process ofethical reasoning that will aid in definingand dealing with dilemmas in the work-place. Current events and case studies willbe used to develop critical skills as stu-dents apply theories and principles. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 24Introduction to Small BusinessEntrepreneurship3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to provide a sys-tematic approach to planning, developing,and operating a small business. Studentswill focus on building skills needed to ini-tiate and manage business ventures. Thecourse will emphasize developing theexpertise needed to analyze consumer andbusiness trends and to use this informationin planning and developing a business ven-ture. Areas of concentration include theprinciples of developing new products,acquiring financing, drafting a businessplan, advertising, taxation, accounting,legal forms of organizations, and e-com-merce in a global environment.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 25Introduction to Business3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of organization andmanagement factors influencing the estab-lishment, location, and operation of busi-nesses. This course emphasizes the func-tional area of accounting as well as thelegal framework within which businessactivities are conducted. The course alsoemphasizes the principles of Total QualityManagement (TQM) in a multi-culturaland globalized environment.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 27Effective English for Business3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is a comprehensive course designed tostrengthen and refine the student’s abilityto intelligently express and communicatethrough written language in a businessenvironment. The course will focus on themethods of organizing and presenting busi-ness data and ideas in written explanatoryand persuasive formats as well as the struc-tural relationships in language. Assign-ments are designed to stimulate thoughtand discussion as well as to formulate clearand precise expression of ideas.

Business 28Written Business Communications3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will study the theo-ry and practice of functional writing to givethem an understanding of the human rela-tions aspects of communication, to helpdevelop logical patterns of organizingideas, and to aid in achieving clear, conciseexpression. Practice in writing varioustypes of business letters and reports will beemphasized throughout the course.

Business 29 Oral Business Communications3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will learn the prin-ciples of effective speaking in business sit-uations. Interviews, conferences, briefin-gs, and group discussions will be covered.Techniques of research, preparation, pres-entation, and evaluation are emphasized. Note: This course is the same as Supervision 27.

Business 40Career Orientation2 units; 2 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course the student will exploreopportunities and requirements in careersof interest. The course provides instruc-tion and practice in the job applicationprocess, including resumes and interviews.Behaviors and qualities necessary for con-tinued career satisfaction and developmentare analyzed.

Business 41Records/Information Management2 units; 2 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 or English ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students are introduced tothe field of records/information manage-ment. Students learn the procedures ofalphabetic, geographic, subject, andnumeric filing and how to apply the alpha-betic rules to the computer. Students alsolearn the principles of records retentionand transfer and the various controls of arecords/information management pro-gram.Note: This class is offered in the spring semes-ters only.

Business 43Office Procedures3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Business 60Aor concurrent enrollment or the ability tokeyboard by touch; eligibility for English ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to develop anunderstanding of and ability to applyAmerican business office procedures,responsibilities, and standards, and todevelop an awareness of the globalizationof American business.Note: This course is offered fall semesters only.

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Business 49abcdVoice Recognition forComputer Input1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A and English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Students use voice-recognition software toinput information into the computer byvoice. The course focuses on learning dic-tation commands and techniques for con-tinuous voice dictation, formatting andediting documents, and all menu and key-board manipulations.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 50Special Topics in BusinessUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inBusiness more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Business 52AMicrosoft Word Applications I2 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84; keyboarding skill is stronglyrecommendedCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will learn thebasics of Microsoft Word software in aWindows environment. Topics coveredinclude creating, saving, retrieving, print-ing, and managing documents. Studentswill also learn to efficiently edit documentsusing mouse and keyboard; manipulatetext within and between windows; usewriting tools, including speller and gram-mar checker, thesaurus, translation, andresearch features; change fonts and formattext with styles, themes, templates, andspecial features; manipulate tabs andchange margins, spacing, and alignment;create multiple-page documents and insertpage numbers, headers, and footers; drawshapes and insert images, textboxes, bor-ders, and shading; and create tables andcharts.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 52BMicrosoft Word Applications II 2 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: Business 52Aor equivalent experience with MicrosoftWord Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will learnadvanced features of Microsoft Word soft-ware in a Windows environment. Topicscovered include merging documents;tracking and comparing changes in docu-ments; customizing Word options, styles,and themes; creating fill-in form templates;and protecting and preparing documentsfor distribution. Students will also learn touse Word features in research papers toautomate the creation of references, bibli-ographies, and indexes as well as tables ofcontents, figures and authorities.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 54Microsoft Office–IntegratedSoftware Applications4 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labRecommended Preparation: Business 52Bor Computer Information Systems 13Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Utilizing Microsoft Office in a Windowsenvironment, the student will learn howintegrated software allows sharing of datain various applications. Students will beintroduced to spreadsheets, databases, andpresentation applications and will learnhow to integrate them with Word docu-ments and the World Wide Web. Manag-ing e-mail and contacts using personalinformation management software is alsointroduced.

Business 55Advanced Microsoft Office-Integrated Software Applications4 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Business 54 or ComputerInformation Systems 13 with a minimumgrade of C in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Extending upon the student’s basic knowl-edge of Microsoft Office software applica-tions (including Word, Excel, Access andPowerpoint), the course will focus onadvanced techniques and integrationamong these applications, the Internet, andother sources. Students will also learn howoffice professionals can use electronic com-munications and information managementsoftware effectively.

Business 56abcdMicrosoft Word CertificationPreparation1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: Business 52A or Business 54or Computer Information Systems 13 witha minimum grade of C in prerequisite orequivalent experience with Microsoft WordRecommended Preparation: Business 52Bor Business 55Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course prepares students forMicrosoft Word certification exams. Stu-dents will assess existing Word skills, ana-lyze weaknesses, and build proficiency inskill sets required for Microsoft Word cer-tification. An optional Microsoft Word cer-tification test is offered on completion ofthe course for an additional fee.Note: Pass/no pass only

Business 57abcdPowerPoint CertificationPreparation1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: Business 54 or ComputerInformation Systems 13 with a minimumgrade of C in prerequisite or equivalentexperience with Microsoft PowerPointRecommended Preparation: Business 55Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course prepares students forMicrosoft PowerPoint certification exams.Students will assess existing PowerPointskills, analyze weaknesses, and build profi-ciency in skills sets required for MicrosoftPowerPoint certification. An optionalMicrosoft PowerPoint certification test isoffered on completion of the course for anadditional fee.Note: Pass/no pass only

Business 60AMicrocomputer Keyboarding1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours lab to bearrangedCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course the student will learn thetouch keyboarding method for alphabeticand numeric/symbol keys on micro-com-puters. The course aids the student indeveloping the fundamental skills neces-sary to input information efficiently andaccurately. This course is recommendedfor students interested in developing basiccomputer keyboarding skills. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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Business 60BMicrocomputer DocumentProcessing1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours lab to bearrangedPrerequisite: Business 60A with a mini-mum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course the student will use a wordprocessing program to prepare documentsin various business formats and will buildtouch skill in speed and accuracy. Exam-ples of business documents include busi-ness correspondence, reports, and tables.This course is recommended for studentswho need to develop speed and accuracyskill as well as document formatting profi-ciency for personal or business use. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 60CMicrocomputer DocumentFormatting1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours lab to bearrangedPrerequisite: Business 60B with a mini-mum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course the student will use a micro-computer word processing program toincrease touch skill in speed and accuracy.Formatting various kinds of business corre-spondence, reports, and tabulations fromunarranged and rough draft sources is alsoemphasized. This course is recommendedfor students who need to develop speedand accuracy skill as well as document for-matting proficiency for personal and busi-ness use.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 90International Aspects of Business3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will study interna-tional business theories. Topics willinclude cross-cultural relations, compara-tive economic systems, comparative politi-cal systems, and international economics.Law and international trade, foreignexchange, letters of credit, export require-ments, and emerging issues in internation-al trade will also be covered.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Business 91International Marketing3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Business 90with a minimum grade of C or concurrentenrollment or equivalent experienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, the student will gain anunderstanding of the nature and extent ofinternational marketing, as well as thechallenges of marketing internationallyand how marketers approach and managethese challenges. Topics include the eco-nomic, political, environmental, and cul-tural factors that affect international mar-keting as well as the tools and resourcesavailable to assess these factors. Selectionof viable markets, options available to mar-keters to develop a global and internation-al strategy, and individual marketingstrategies for specific countries will also bediscussed.

Business 92Fundamentals of Exporting3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Business 90with a minimum grade of C or concurrentenrollment or equivalent experienceCredit, degree applicable

In this course, the student will gain anunderstanding of the role of exporting in aglobal economy and the key steps involvedin the export process. Topics will includeevaluation of a company’s export readinessand potential, market research, identifica-tion of the best export markets, develop-ment of export market plans, and marketentry strategies. Promotion of overseassales, finding buyers and distributors,responding to inquiries, calculation ofexport prices, issuance of pro forma invoic-es, preparation of goods for shipment,preparation of the necessary export docu-mentation, insurance, financing, and deliv-ery of goods will also be covered.

Business 93Fundamentals of Importing3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Business 90with a minimum grade of C or equivalentexperienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will analyze the bal-ance of trade between the United Statesand other countries. Topics will includethe effects of imports on the economy,employment, and the standard of living inthe United States. Importing as a business,the import process, the role of UnitedStates Customs, and distribution from theport of entry to United States markets willalso be covered.

Business 94International Trade Logistics3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Business 90with a minimum grade of C or equivalentexperienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will examine logis-tical and documentary aspects of movinggoods internationally from source to finaldestination. Emphasis will be placed on allmodes of transportation involved in doingbusiness on a global basis as well as theshipping and other documents required forspecific trade transactions. Topics will alsoinclude international commercial terms(Incoterms) commonly used for pricingand transport of goods as well as the rolesof freight forwarders, carriers, and otherproviders of logistics and document-prepa-ration services.

Business 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation (Banking and Finance)2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in theBusiness/Banking and Finance field.These experiences will enable students toimprove job skills, analyze career opportu-nities and requirements, and comparethem to personal abilities and career expec-tations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

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Business 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation (Office Administration)2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in theBusiness/Office Administration field.These experiences will enable students toimprove job skills, analyze career opportu-nities and requirements, and comparethem to personal abilities and career expec-tations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Business 95/96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation (Accounting)2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Business/Accounting field. These experiences willenable students to improve job skills, ana-lyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Business 95/96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation (Business Management/Marketing)2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the BusinessManagement/Marketing field. These expe-riences will enable students to improve jobskills, analyze career opportunities andrequirements, and compare them to per-sonal abilities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Business 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation(Business Administration)2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the BusinessAdministration field. These experienceswill enable students to improve job skills,analyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Business 97International Business Law3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Business 90with a minimum grade of C or equivalentexperienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will study legal andregulatory aspects of international busi-ness. Emphasis is on the tariff and non-tar-iff measures used by governments to regu-late trade, multilateral and bilateraltreaties, and agreements to facilitate trade.Other topics will include the United Statesand international agencies charged withadministering and enforcing specific tradelaws and regulations.

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ChemistryChemistry 4Beginning Chemistry5 units; 5 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Mathematics 70 with a mini-mum grade of C or equivalent or qualifica-tion by testing (El Camino College Mathe-matics Placement Test) and assessmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course introduces the principles ofchemistry, modern concepts of atomicstructure and periodicity as a basis forunderstanding bonding, chemical formu-las, chemical equations and chemical reac-tions, states of matter, important elementsand their compounds, solutions, acid-basetheories and reactions, net ionic equations,oxidation-reduction, kinetics and chemicalequilibrium, chemical nomenclature andcalculations. In the laboratory, emphasis ison observations, measurements, and ele-mentary quantitative experiments with anintroduction to qualitative analysis.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Chemistry 4 and Chemistry 20is one course. Students will not receive UC cred-it for Chemistry 4 if taken after Chemistry 1A.

Chemistry 1AGeneral Chemistry I5 units; 5 hours lecture, 4 hours lab Prerequisite: (1) Chemistry 4 with a mini-mum grade of C or 1 year of high schoolchemistry and qualification by testing (ElCamino College Chemistry Placement Test)and assessment; (2) eligibility for Mathe-matics 170Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course details fundamental theoryand principles of atomic and molecularstructure, physical states and chemicalreactions. Included is the study of ele-ments, compounds, periodic relationships,bonding, acids and bases, oxidation-reduc-tion, energy, solutions, electrolytes andchemical equations. Descriptive chemistryof water and selected nonmetals includinghydrogen, oxygen and carbon is presented.

Chemistry 1BGeneral Chemistry II5 units; 5 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Chemistry 1A with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course details the chemistry of ele-ments and their compounds in periodicgroupings, transition metal complexes,chemical equilibrium, chemical thermody-namics, kinetics, aqueous solutions, netionic equations, oxidation – reductionequations, electrochemistry and nuclearprocesses. In the laboratory, qualitativeanalysis of common metallic and non-metallic ions will be performed, as well asadditional experiments on selected lecturetopics.

Chemistry 7AOrganic Chemistry I5 units; 3 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Chemistry 1B with a mini-mum grade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course involves a comprehensivestudy of the major classes of aliphatichydrocarbons and of organic halides, alco-hols and ethers. This includes nomencla-ture, structure, properties, stereochem-istry, reactions, synthetic methods, andspectroscopy. Emphasis is placed on a sys-tematic approach to understanding thematerial through the use of bonding theo-ries, energy concepts, kinetics, and reac-tion mechanisms. In the laboratory,emphasis is on techniques of separationand purification of organic compounds,common organic reactions, and spec-troscopy.

Chemistry 7BOrganic Chemistry II5 units; 3 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Chemistry 7A with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course involves a comprehensivestudy of aromatic compounds and themajor classes of oxygen-containing andnitrogen-containing organic compounds.This includes nomenclature, structure,properties, stereochemistry, reactions, syn-thetic methods, and spectroscopy. Empha-sis is placed on a systematic approach tounderstanding the material through theuse of bonding theories, energy concepts,kinetics, and reaction mechanisms. Astudy of biochemistry focuses primarily onlipids, carbohydrates, amino acids and pro-teins. In the laboratory, emphasis is onqualitative organic analysis, commonorganic reactions, and multi-step synthesis.

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Chemistry – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The program is designed to provide students the opportunity to obtain a degree upon suc-cessful completion of the requirements of a chemistry transfer major. The student willacquire the ability to apply fundamental theories and principles of atomic and molecularstructure and to understand energy concepts and kinetics in both inorganic and organicreactions. Laboratories are designed to complement the lecture material providing thestudent with a foundation in quantitative and qualitative chemical techniques. Compe-tencies will be assessed regularly by examining student abilities to predict chemical reac-tions, explain observed properties and behaviors, write reaction mechanisms, and per-form standard laboratory procedures.





Chemistry 20Fundamentals of Chemistry5 units; 4 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Mathematics 40 or 41B with aminimum grade of C in prerequisite orqualification by testing (El Camino CollegeMathematics Placement Test) and assess-mentRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC*

This course introduces fundamental theoryand principles of chemistry applied to inor-ganic, organic, and biological chemistry.Atomic and molecular structure, chemicaland physical changes, gases, solutions,nomenclature, equations and calculationswill be emphasized.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Chemistry 4 and Chemistry 20is one course. Students will not receive UC cred-it for Chemistry 20 if taken after Chemistry 1A.

Chemistry 21ASurvey of General andOrganic Chemistry4 units; 4 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: eligibility forMathematics 70Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

The general chemistry topics in the courseare units of measurement, atomic struc-ture, the periodic table, inorganic formulasand nomenclature, chemical bonding,common chemical reactions, stoichiome-try, states of matter, solutions, introductionto reaction rates and equilibrium, elemen-tary acid-base theory and pH and buffers.The organic chemistry portion of thecourse studies the properties, nomencla-ture, common reactions and some reactionmechanisms for several classes of organiccompounds. These classes include alkanes,alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, phenols andethers. There is also an introduction to res-onance and stereoisomerism. The empha-sis in the laboratory is on observations andmeasurements.*Note: Students will not receive UC credit forChemistry 21A if taken after Chemistry 1A orChemistry 7A.

Chemistry 21BSurvey of Organic andBiochemistry4 units; 4 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Chemistry 21A with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

The study of organic chemistry continueswith the nomenclature, properties, prepa-ration, reactions and derivatives of car-boxylic acids, amines, aldehydes andketones. Principles of biochemistry areintroduced. Descriptions of the structuresand biochemical reactions of carbohy-drates, lipids, proteins, enzymes and nucle-ic acids will be analyzed. Catabolic/anabol-ic pathways as well as the energy con-sumed or produced by the metabolism ofcarbohydrates, fats and proteins will beexamined. The chemistry of photosynthe-sis will be studied.*Note: Students will not receive UC credit forChemistry 21B if taken after Chemistry 7B.

Chemistry 50Special Topics in ChemistryUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inChemistry more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Chemistry 99abcIndependent Study –Introduction to Research1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two Chemistrycourses with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides the student an oppor-tunity to explore research problems inChemistry not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned laboratory work andresearch projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Child DevelopmentChild Development 50Special Topics in ChildDevelopmentUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inChild Development more specific thanprovided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Child Development 95/96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Child Devel-opment field. These experiences willenable students to improve job skills, ana-lyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Child Development 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inChild Development with a minimum gradeof B in each and the recommendation of theinstructor with whom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of early childhoodeducation not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned early childhood educationprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

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Child Development

Child Development 103(formerly Child Development 3)Child Growth and Development3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to childdevelopment from conception throughadolescence with emphasis on physical,cognitive and psychosocial growth. Theeffect of environmental and cultural influ-ences on development will be investigated.Developmental theories will be analyzedand tested through practical applicationssuch as child observations and interviews.Note: This is a core course for all teachers andassistants in early childhood programs regulatedby the State of California.

Child Development 104(formerly Child Development 9) The Home, The School,The Community3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course examines the interconnectionamong the development of the child frombirth to adolescence and the home/family,the school, and the community. Emphasisis placed on the influences of social agentssuch as family support services, education-al systems, media, and peers and on howthese social agents contribute in preparingthe child for living independently in adiverse society. Topics will include parent-ing styles, schooling, roles of teachers,peers, the media, children with specialneeds, cultural influences on behavior,child abuse, neglect, and social policy.Note: This is a core course for all teachers andassistants in early childhood programs regulatedby the State of California.

Childhood Education – A.A. Degree andCertificates of Achievement(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

The degree and the certificates in childhood education prepare students for careers inprivate or public programs serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers, children with specialneeds, or children in before and after school care. The transfer degree option preparesstudents to continue studies at a four-year institution. Students will acquire the abilityto apply developmental theories in observing and assessing children in physical, cogni-tive, and psychosocial domains and will develop skills needed for working effectivelywith families, co-workers, and community agencies. Students will also gain the abilityto design, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate and culturally sensi-tive curriculum. Program assessment will be conducted regularly through examina-tions, presentations, student self-assessment, portfolios, and tracking student employ-ment and promotion in the teaching field.

El Camino College Major RequirementsA minimum of 15 units of the major requirements must be completed at El Camino Col-lege. Child Development 103, 104, 112, 114; Child Development 150 or 152; two coursesfrom Child Development 116, 117, 118, 119; complete 8-9 units from Child Develop-ment 105, 107, 108, 110, 114, 116, 117, 118, 119, 122, 123, 125, 126, 129, 130, 131, 150,152, 154, 160, 163, 166, 169, 170A, 170B, Nutrition and Foods 15 Total Units: 29-30

Note: Proof of a valid Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certification may be required foremployment. This requirement may be met by successfully completing Child Devel-opment 111.

Certificates of AchievementEarly Childhood Education: A Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. A minimum of 12 units must be completed at El Camino College. Child Devel-opment 103, 104, 108, 112, 114; one course from Child Development 116, 117, 118, 119 Total Units: 18Early Intervention Assistant:A Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. A minimum of 15 units, including Child Development 169, must be completedat El Camino College.Child Development 103, 104, 107, 110, 111, 150, 152, 169; three units from: ChildDevelopment 116, 117, 119; three units from: Child Development 114, 154, 160, 163,166 Total Units: 28Special Education Assistant:A Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. A minimum of 15 units of the certificate requirements, including Child Devel-opment 152 and 154, must be completed at El Camino College. Child Development 103, 104, 111, 150, 152, 154, 169; one course from Child Develop-ment 110 or Nursing 112; one course from Child Development 116, 117, 118, 119; sixunits from: Child Development 107, 108, 114, 122, 123,163, 166, 170A, 170B, Nursing118, Nutrition and Foods 15, Sign Language/Interpreter Training 15 Total Units: 31

For information regarding the School Health Clerk Certificate of Achievement, please refer topage 222 of this Catalog.





Child Development 105(formerly Child Development 135)Parenting in Contemporary Society3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will examine theprinciples and practices of effective parent-ing for children from birth through adoles-cence. Historical perspectives of parentingstyles and methods will be discussed. Top-ics will include appropriate techniques forguiding behavior, the influences of school,community, and media in family life, childabuse and prevention, the diverse natureof the family, cultural influences, high riskfamilies, alternative families, and childrenwith special needs. This course is designedfor both parents and teachers.

Child Development 107(formerly Child Development 7) Infant/Toddler Development3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on factors affecting thephysical, cognitive and psychosocial devel-opment of a child from birth to age two-and-a-half. Topics include the effect of theadult-child relationship on an infant’sdevelopment, practical application ofdevelopmental theories in relation toinfant/toddler group care, dealing sensi-tively and effectively with cultural issuesin the child care setting, developmentallyappropriate environments, curriculum,and state mandated licensing regulations.

Child Development 108(formerly Child Development 8)The Preschool Child3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course analyzes developmental pat-terns of children from two-and-a-half tofive years of age with an emphasis on thepractical application of theories and princi-ples of development. The course includes acomparison of historical and currentphilosophies and methodologies of earlychildhood education. Topics include obser-vation and analysis of child behavior, iden-tification of effective teaching strategies,age appropriate environments, and profes-sional ethics.


Childhood Education(Continued from previous page)

The State Department of Social Services will qualify a person as a preschool teacherif the student has at least 12 units in Early Childhood Education. These units mustinclude Child Development 103, 104 and one course from Child Development 116, 117,118 or 119. Preschool directors must complete 3 additional units in Program Adminis-tration (Child Development 129 or 130).

The California State Department of Education Child Development Permits:The Child Development Permit qualifies the holder to teach in publicly funded earlychildhood education programs such as Head Start and State Preschool.

All Child Development Permits are renewable after 5 years by completing 105 hours ofprofessional growth activities. This may include college courses, staff developmentactivities and/or conference and workshop attendance.

A minimum grade of C is required in all Child Development courses applied toward theChild Development Permit.

Some Child Development Permits require 16 general education units. Recommendedcourses for this requirement are: Biology 10; English 1A, 27; Psychology 5 or Sociology101 or Anthropology 2.

The following Child Development Permits are issued:1. Assistant: 6 units in Early Childhood Education - Child Development 103 and 104are recommended; experience: none required

2. Associate Teacher: 12 units in Early Childhood Education to include: Child Devel-opment 103, 104, and one course from Child Development 116, 117, 118, 119;remaining 3 units may be selected from Child Development 107, 108, 110, 111,112, 116, 117, 118, 119, 122, 123, 131, 150, 152, 154, Nursing 112, Nutrition andFoods 15; experience: 50 days of 3 hours per day within 2 years

3. Teacher: 24 units in Early Childhood Education to include: Child Development103, 104, and one course from Child Development 116, 117, 118, 119; remainingunits may be selected from Child Development 107, 108, 110, 111, 112, 116, 117,118, 119, 122, 123, 126, 129, 130, 131, 150, 152, 154, 95/96abcd, Nursing 112,Nutrition and Foods 15; 16 general education units; experience: 175 days of 3 hoursper day within 4 years

4. Master Teacher: 24 units in Early Childhood Education to include: Child Develop-ment 103, 104, and one course from Child Development 116, 117, 118, 119;remaining units may be selected from Child Development 107, 108, 110, 111, 112,116, 117, 118, 119, 122, 123, 126, 129, 130, 150, 152, 154, 95/96abcd, Nursing 112,Nutrition and Foods 15; 6 units specialization; Child Development 131; 16 generaleducation units; experience: 350 days of 3 hours per day within 4 years

5. Site Supervisor: AA Degree with 24 units in Early Child Education to include: ChildDevelopment 103, 104, and one course from Child Development 116, 117, 118,119; 6 units of Program Administration (Child Development 129, 130); remainingunits may be selected from Child Development 107, 108, 110, 111, 112, 116, 117,118, 119, 122, 123, 126, 150, 152, 154, Nursing 112, Nutrition and Foods 15; ChildDevelopment 131; experience: 350 days of 3 hours per day within 4 years, includ-ing at least 100 days of supervising adults

For further information, please contact a counselor or the Childhood Education Department.



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Child Development 110(formerly Child Development 10)Child Health and Safety3 units; 3 hours lecture Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to meet the needsof parents, family child care providers andcenter-based teachers who are interestedin increasing their knowledge of healthand safety practices for young children.Topics include creating a healthy environ-ment, indoor and outdoor safety, chronicand acute illnesses, accident prevention,health screening, disaster planning, nutri-tion, contagious diseases, and identifyingand working with children with specialneeds. Students will develop and presenthealth and safety education curriculumappropriate for children, staff and parents.

Child Development 111(formerly Child Development 11) Pediatric First Aid and CPR1 unit; 1 hour lectureRecommended Preparation:Child Development 110Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course offers students certification inpediatric cardio pulmonary resuscitation(CPR) and first aid, which includes, but isnot limited to, the assessment and interpre-tation of emergency situations and saferesponses to those situations. Students willlearn the proper methods for the control ofbleeding and shock, maintenance of air-ways, breathing and circulation, the care ofburns, frostbite, poisonings and other firstaid techniques.Note: Letter grade or P/NP optionNote: This course satisfies the pediatric CPR andfirst aid requirements for child care programsunder current Title 22 regulations.Note: This course is repeatable.

Child Development 112(formerly Child Development 12) Teaching Young Children in aDiverse Society3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of C or concurrent enroll-mentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will examine thedevelopment of social identities in diversesocieties including theoretical and practicalimplications of oppression and privilege asthey apply to young children, families, pro-grams, classrooms and teaching. Variousclassroom strategies will be exploredemphasizing culturally and linguisticallyappropriate anti-bias approaches support-ing all children in becoming competentmembers of a diverse society. Topicsinclude self-examination and reflection onissues related to social identity; stereotypesand bias; social and educational access;and media and schooling.

Child Development 114(formerly Child Development 34) Observing and Guiding Children3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will examine guid-ance techniques as they apply to childrenfrom birth to age twelve in individual andgroup settings. Students will analyze,through observation and research, com-mon behavioral issues and the possibleunderlying influences on behavior. Therole of the teacher in promoting an envi-ronment which fosters appropriate behav-ior will be examined. Students will berequired to conduct observations in localschool programs.

Child Development 116(formerly Child Development 16)Creative Art for Young Children3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of C or equivalent or con-current enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the principles andmethods of planning, presenting, and eval-uating creative art experiences for youngchildren ages two to five. Emphasis will beplaced on facilitating creativity, self-expression, and concept and skill develop-ment through the use of art media such aspaint, clay, collage, chalk, and woodwork-ing. Methods for adapting creative artexperiences for children with special needswill be discussed. The course is designedfor teachers in training and teachers inservice needing to develop or refine skillsin planning and implementing art curricu-lum.

Child Development 117(formerly Child Development 17)Music and Movement for YoungChildren3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of C or equivalent or con-current enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the principles andmethods of planning, presenting, and eval-uating music and movement experiencesfor young children ages two to five. Activ-ities, such as group singing, rhythmic expe-riences, perceptual motor, and creativemovement, which foster the child’s cogni-tive, psychosocial, and physical develop-ment, will be presented. Methods foradapting music and movement experi-ences for children with special needs willbe discussed. The course is designed forteachers in training and teachers in serviceneeding to develop or refine skills in plan-ning and implementing music and move-ment curriculum.




Child Development 118(formerly Child Development 18)Science and Math for YoungChildren3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of C or equivalent or con-current enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the principles andmethods of planning, presenting, and eval-uating science and math experiences foryoung children ages two to five. Studentswill develop activities that foster children’snatural curiosity about scientific and math-ematical concepts. These activities will bedesigned to encourage exploration, experi-mentation, problem solving, and discov-ery. Methods for adapting science andmath experiences for young children withspecial needs will also be discussed. Thiscourse is designed for teachers in trainingand teachers in service needing to developor refine skills in planning and implement-ing science and math curriculum.

Child Development 119(formerly Child Development 19)Language Arts for Young Children3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of C or equivalent or con-current enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the principles andmethods of planning, presenting, and eval-uating language arts activities for youngchildren ages two to five. Appropriateactivities for expressive and receptive lan-guage development, such as story telling,dramatic play, listening and emergent liter-acy, will be examined. Methods for adapt-ing language experiences for children withspecial needs will be discussed. Thiscourse is designed for teachers in trainingand teachers in service needing to developor refine skills in planning and implement-ing language arts curriculum.

Child Development 122(formerly Child Development 45) Development of the SchoolAge Child3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of C or concurrent enroll-mentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the theories of mid-dle childhood which spans the ages of fivethrough fourteen. Emphasis is placed onthe interrelationship between the physical,cognitive, and social/emotional domains ofdevelopment. Topics include family,school, community, diversity, and specialneeds as they relate to the healthy develop-ment of school age children. This coursealso examines current developmentaltrends specific to middle childhood. Stu-dents will conduct observations in pro-grams that serve school age children.

Child Development 123(formerly Child Development 46) Principles and Practices of SchoolAge Care Programs3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of C or concurrent enroll-mentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the principles andmethods of planning, implementing, andevaluating school age programs. The stan-dards for developmentally appropriatepractices and effective methods of guidingbehavior will be examined. Topics willinclude adult/child relationships, diversity,environmental assessments, family andcommunity involvement, career opportu-nities, and issues of advocacy as they relateto out-of-school programs. Students willdevelop and evaluate curriculum in theareas of math, science, creative arts,music, language arts, community service,and physical education. In addition, stu-dents will conduct observations in pro-grams that serve school age children.

Child Development 125Child Development Practicum I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab to bearrangedPrerequisite: Child Development 103, 104and one course from Child Development116, 117, 118 or 119 with a minimum gradeof C in each prerequisite course Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides a practical applicationof learning theories in early childhood edu-cation programs. Students will have anopportunity to observe and interact withchildren and staff in supervised child caresettings. The course includes methods ofworking effectively with children, observa-tion and guidance techniques, the role ofthe preschool teacher and classroom assis-tant, effective communication with staffand parents, educational requirements andtechniques for gaining employment in thefield. This course is designed for teachersin training and teachers in service whowant to develop or refine their skills.

Child Development 126(formerly Child Development 20) Child Development Practicum II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab to bearrangedPrerequisite: Child Development 104, 108,150 and two courses from Child Develop-ment 116, 117, 118, 119 with a minimumgrade of C in each prerequisite course. Oneof these courses may be taken concurrentlywith Child Development 126Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will apply andimplement developmental teaching theo-ries in an early childhood education set-ting. The course includes planning, demon-strating, and evaluating learning experi-ences for children. This course coversaspects of teaching such as strategies forworking with children and adults, class-room management skills, program philoso-phies, and techniques for gaining employ-ment. This course is designed for teachersin training and teachers in service whowant to develop or refine their skills.





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Child Development 129(formerly Child Development 29)Introduction to ProgramAdministration 3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the regulations,standards and practices for licensed pre-school programs established by the Califor-nia State Department of Social Services.Topics include the role of the programdirector, interpersonal relationships, pub-lic relations, staff recruitment and selec-tion, and community resources.

Child Development 130(formerly Child Development 30)Principles of ProgramAdministration3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 126 witha minimum grade of C or 50 days of pre-school teaching experience within the pasttwo yearsCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course emphasizes the role of thedirector in child care programs. Topics willinclude legislative policies, fiscal manage-ment, leadership, and professionalism.Effective communication with early child-hood staff and strategies for working withparents will also be discussed.

Child Development 131(formerly Child Development 31) Supervising and Mentoring Adults2 units; 2 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: current or pastexperience in an early childhood program Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will study the prin-ciples and practices of supervising andevaluating staff in early childhood educa-tion programs. Emphasis will be placed onthe role and responsibilities of experiencedclassroom teachers who mentor or super-vise new teachers and student teachers.Topics will include balancing the needs ofchildren, families and staff, ethics, advoca-cy, and professionalism in the field. Note: This course fulfills the adult supervisionrequirement for the Child Development Permitand the California Early Childhood MentorTeacher Program.

Child Development 137abcd(formerly Child Development 37abcd) Mentor Seminar A0.5 unit; 2.5 hours lecture (4 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: current or pastexperience in an early childhood programCredit, degree applicable

This course is designed to provide informa-tion, guidance and peer support for mentorteachers who are supervising studentteachers, beginning teachers and assistantsin early childhood education programs.Seminar content will be individualized tomeet the professional needs of each men-tor. This course meets the professionaldevelopment requirements for renewal ofthe Child Development Permit.

Child Development 138abcd(formerly Child Development 38abcd) Mentor Seminar B0.5 unit; 2.5 hours lecture (4 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: current or pastexperience in an early childhood program Credit, degree applicable

This course is designed for early childhoodmentor teachers to further explore issuesintroduced in Mentor Seminar A. Contentrelates to the role mentoring student teach-ers, beginning teachers, and assistants inearly childhood programs. Additionalemphasis will be placed on the role of earlychildhood professionals. Seminar contentwill be individualized to meet the needs ofeach mentor. This course meets profes-sional development requirements for therenewal of the Child Development Permit.

Child Development 139abcd(formerly Child Development 39abcd) Mentor Seminar C0.5 unit; 2.5 hours lecture (4 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: current or pastexperience in an early childhood programCredit, degree applicable

This course is designed for early childhoodmentor teachers to further explore issuespresented in Mentor Seminar B. Contentrelates to the role of mentoring studentteachers, beginning teachers and assistantsin early childhood programs. Additionalemphasis will be placed on the role of earlychildhood educators as advocates andchange agents. Seminar content will beindividualized to meet the needs of eachmentor. This course meets professionaldevelopment requirements for the renewalof the Child Development Permit.

Child Development 140abcd (formerly Child Development 40abcd) Mentor Seminar D0.5 unit; 2.5 hours lecture (4 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: current or pastexperience in an early childhood program Credit, degree applicable

This course is designed for early childhoodmentor teachers to further explore issuesdiscussed in Mentor Seminar C. Contentrelates to the role of mentoring studentteachers, beginning teachers and assistantsin early childhood programs. Additionalemphasis will be placed on research andcommunication. Seminar content will beindividualized to meet the needs of eachmentor. This course meets professionaldevelopment requirements for the renewalof the Child Development Permit.

Child Development 150(formerly Child Development 4) Survey of Children withSpecial Needs3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 103 witha minimum grade of C or concurrent enroll-mentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course offers an overview of the caus-es, characteristics, prevalence, and needsof children with mild to severe physical,cognitive and behavioral conditions. Top-ics include the identification of communityagencies for referral and case manage-ment, inclusion of children with specialneeds into mainstream classrooms, and thespecial needs of gifted and talented chil-dren. Students will observe local programsthat serve children with special needs.

Child Development 152(formerly Child Development 32) Disabilities in theDeveloping Child3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will study child-hood disabilities, the effects of these condi-tions on the child’s development, and theoverall impact on the family system. Top-ics will include typical and atypical devel-opment in the physical, cognitive, social,and emotional domains as well as therecognition, treatment, and care for chil-dren with disabling conditions. Studentswill also explore the role and responsibili-ties of the classroom special educationassistant and the in-home respite careprovider.Note: This course is the same as Nursing 116.




Child Development 154(formerly Child Development 33) Role and Responsibilities of theSpecial Education Assistant3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces students to the roleand responsibilities of the special educa-tion assistant. Students will examine effec-tive communication and problem solvingtechniques; the disabilities that qualify achild for special education consideration;legal and ethical issues; and methods ofadapting the environment and equipmentto meet the needs of the children. Studentswill also examine the role of specialistswho work with children with disabilitiesand observe in classrooms that serve chil-dren with special needs.

Child Development 160Working with Children: AutismSpectrum Disorders1 unit; 1 hour lectureRecommended Preparation: Child Develop-ment 150 or 152Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for students inter-ested in working as a paraprofessional withchildren who have been diagnosed withautism and related disorders. Students willbe introduced to the social, emotional, cog-nitive, and academic needs of these chil-dren. The characteristics of effectiveteaching and the implementation of accom-modation strategies in the home and schoolsetting will be explored. The laws govern-ing the rights of children with specialneeds and their families will be discussed.Students will observe local programs thatserve children with autism and related dis-orders.

Child Development 163Working with Children: AttentionDeficit Disorders1 unit; 1 hour lectureRecommended Preparation: Child Develop-ment 150 or 152Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for students inter-ested in working as a paraprofessional withchildren who have been diagnosed withAttention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Atten-tion Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD). The causes, signs, symptoms,treatment, and implications of these disor-ders as well as the characteristics of effec-tive teaching methods and the implementa-tion of accommodation strategies in thehome and school setting will be explored.The laws governing the rights of childrenwith special needs and their families willbe discussed. Students will observe localprograms that serve children with ADD orADHD.

Child Development 166Working with Children: PhysicalDisabilities/Health Impairments1 unit; 1 hour lectureRecommended Preparation: Child Develop-ment 150 or 152Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for students inter-ested in working as paraprofessionals withchildren with physical disabilities and/orhealth conditions. Common physical dis-abilities such as cerebral palsy and spinabifida and other health impairments suchas asthma and diabetes will be examined.Students will be introduced to the varioustypes of medical and technological supportrequired for these children during theschool day and in the home. Topics willinclude procedures, equipment, health andsafety issues, and the laws governing therights of children with special needs andtheir families. Students will observe localprograms that serve children with physicalimpairments or health conditions.

Child Development 169Special Education Practicum3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab to bearrangedPrerequisite: Child Development 150 or152; Child Development 104, 107, 108, and110; Child Development 116 or 117 or 118or 119 with minimum grade of C in prereq-uisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This practicum provides students withsupervised experience working withinfants, toddlers, and young children withspecial needs in a variety of early interven-tion and education settings such as self-contained or fully-included day care pro-grams, regional centers, or early childhoodclassrooms. Students will assist in theplanning and implementation of interven-tion strategies and will work collaborative-ly with families as well as early interven-tion and special education professionals.Students will develop communicationskills that are culturally sensitive towardsthe unique needs of children and familiesof children with special needs.

Child Development 170AFamily Development I3 units; 3 hours lecture Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is the first course in a two-course pro-fessional development series. It is designedfor front line family workers who helpfamilies work through crises and transi-tions in their lives. Students will developand practice skills needed to providestrengths-based support for families intheir communities. Topics will include thecore principles of the family developmentapproach, communication and assessmenttechniques, understanding and appreciat-ing diversity and culture, and the develop-ment of Family Development Plans. Stu-dents will begin development of a portfolioto document their ability to assist familiesin achieving long-term sustained change.Upon successful completion of ChildDevelopment 170A and 170B, studentswill become eligible to apply for a FamilyDevelopment Credential.





Child Development 170BFamily Development II3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Child Development 170Awith a minimum grade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is the second course in a two-courseprofessional development series. It isdesigned for front line family workers whohelp families work through crises and tran-sitions in their lives. In this course, stu-dents will continue to develop and practiceskills needed to provide strength-basedsupport for families in their communities.Topics will include building and establish-ing relationships, personal safety, collabo-ration, accessing specialized services homevisiting, and the local, state and nationalpolicies that affect families and the imple-mentation of Family Development Plans.Students will complete a portfolio to docu-ment their ability to assist families inachieving long-term sustained change.

ChineseChinese 1Elementary Chinese I4 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This beginning course, taught within thecontext of Chinese culture, introduces stu-dents to listening, speaking, reading, andwriting elementary Mandarin Chinese.Students develop pronunciation and speak-ing skills along with their understanding ofspoken Chinese. Audio and video tapesare available to reinforce the languageskills students acquire in the classroom.Note: This course is comparable to two years ofhigh school Chinese.

Chinese 2Elementary Chinese II4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Chinese 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course, taught within the context ofChinese culture, is a continuation of thestudy of elementary Mandarin Chinesewith an emphasis on listening, speaking,reading, and writing. Students improvetheir pronunciation and speaking skillsalong with their understanding of spokenChinese. Audio and video tapes are avail-able to reinforce the language skillsacquired in the classroom.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to two years of high school Chinese.

Chinese 21abBeginning Conversational Chinese2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Chinese 1 with minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to develop compe-tency in oral expression, oral comprehen-sion, and conversational strategies. Stu-dents will learn how to converse in varioussituations such as business, travel, and din-ing within the context of Chinese culture.

Chinese 22abIntermediate ConversationalChinese2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Chinese 2 and Chinese 21abwith a minimum grade of C in prerequisiteor equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for the intermedi-ate student to develop fluency in oralexpression, to increase oral comprehensionand to improve pronunciation. Conversa-tional topics are based upon the daily expe-riences and cultural life of the ethnic areasinvolved with the language.

Chinese 24Introduction to Chinese Languageand Culture3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an introduction to thecultural aspects of the Chinese languagethrough a study of Chinese culture, geogra-phy, social institutions, literature, art,architecture, music, and business. Topicsinclude comparison of Chinese and otherAsian languages and cultures as well ascomparison with Western languages andcivilizations.Note: This course is conducted in English.

Chinese 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Chi-nese with a minimum grade of B andacknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advanced stud-ies in a subject field of Chinese education notcovered in the regular departmental offer-ings. Regular conferences with the instruc-tor are coordinated with assigned Chineseeducation projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

CommunicationStudiesCommunication Studies 1(formerly Speech Communication 1)Public Speaking3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students will compose, pres-ent, and evaluate original speeches.Emphasis is placed on audience analysis,topic selection, research, evidence, organi-zation, delivery, and critical analysis ofpersuasive communication. Students arerequired to attend out-of-class speakingevents.

Communication Studies 3(formerly Speech Communication 3)Small Group Communication3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course student will plan and partic-ipate in a variety of group projects such aspanel and symposium discussions. Topicsto be covered include decision making,role identification, interpersonal needswithin a group, team participation, appro-priate interdependency on group mem-bers, effective leadership skills, cohesive-ness, conflict resolution and professionalpresentation styles.

Communication Studies 4(formerly Speech Communication 4)Argumentation and Debate3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to the con-struction of arguments for debate andother speech presentations. Emphasis isplaced on analyzing claims, developingarguments that support and refute proposi-tions, and effective delivery. Identificationof types of argument and fallacies of rea-soning are explored. Controversial issuesare discussed, researched, and debated.

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Communication Studies 5(formerly Speech Communication 5)Mass Communication3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

In this course students study the history,effects, and role of the mass media in U.S.society. Topics include major forms ofmass communication such as television,radio, cinema, print and new media.Emphasis is placed on analyzing mediamessages and the effects of media on theindividual and U.S. culture.Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Speech Communication 5 andJournalism 12 is one course.

Communication Studies 6abcdStudent Leadership2 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab to bearrangedRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides skill building in theareas of time management, goal setting,and listening as they pertain to leadershippositions. It also provides education inparliamentary procedure, group dynamics,democratic procedures, and the mechanicsof group processes.

Communication Studies 7(formerly Speech Communication 7)Voice, Articulation and Pronunciation3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students examine the use ofspoken Standard American English.Emphasis is placed on personal improve-ment of spoken English through drills uti-lizing the International Phonetic Alphabet.Also included is an overview of the physi-ological processes of speech and otherforms of spoken English.

Communication Studies 8(formerly Speech Communication 8)Oral Interpretation of Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students will study how toorally interpret literature through readingpoetry, drama, short stories, and essays.Emphasis will be placed on the techniquesof exploring, illuminating, and orally pre-senting the logical, emotional, and aesthet-ic meanings of literature.

Communication Studies 9(formerly Speech Communication 9)Readers Theatre3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to themedium of readers theatre. Students willevaluate, analyze, synthesize, and performa variety of different texts for the purposeof creating, staging, and performing a read-ers theatre. Emphasis is placed on experi-mental presentations and the developmentof analytical insight into literary forms.

Communication Studies 11Organizational Communication 3 units; 3 hours lecture Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines the role of communi-cation in achieving goals of an organiza-tion. Emphasis is placed on the theoriesand practices of communication that con-tribute to productivity and efficiency inprivate and public organizations. Topicswill include internal and external commu-nication, interpersonal and group process-es, and international communication.

Communication Studies 12(formerly Speech Communication 12)Interpersonal Communication3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students study and applymethods and theories of interpersonalcommunication such as self-concept, per-ception, emotions, language and genderdifferences, non-verbal communication,listening, intimacy, defensiveness, andconflict resolution. Students are requiredto give formal and informal oral presenta-tions and write reports.

Communication Studies 14(formerly Speech Communication 14)Introduction to Intercultural Communication3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer, CSU, UC

This course examines general communica-tion principles and cross-cultural commu-nication styles, and presents in-class activ-ities to enhance cross-cultural communica-tion.

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Communication Studies – A.A. Degree(Fine Arts Division)

The degree provides students with a thorough foundation in the theory and practice ofcommunication studies. This is achieved through a variety of courses that serve todevelop personal, business, and professional communication skills in individual, inter-personal, and group situations, along with skills in research, organization, critical think-ing, argumentation, and forensics. Students will demonstrate their proficiency throughperformance, class projects, research papers, objective tests, critiques, and competi-tions. Program assessment is measured by completion, evaluation of student learningoutcomes, transferability, competitions at the local, state, and national levels, and peri-odic program review.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 12 units must be completed at El Camino College.Communication Studies 1, 4; a minimum of 16 units from: Communication Studies 3, 5, 6abcd, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14,22abcd, 23abcd, 24abcd, 25abcdTotal Units: 22



Communication Studies 22abcd Forensics – Individual Events2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1AEnrollment Limitation: auditionCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides training for individ-ual forensics events for intercollegiatespeech competition. The student willreceive instruction and direction for thepreparation, creation, and performance ofinterpretation of literature programs, limit-ed preparation speeches, and general pub-lic address.

Communication Studies 23abcd Forensics – Team Events2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab Recom-mended Preparation: eligibility for English1AEnrollment Limitation: auditionCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides Team Forensicsevents training for intercollegiate speechcompetition. The student will receiveinstruction and direction for the creationand performance of Readers Theater. Stu-dents will receive instruction and prepara-tion for current event debates and LimitedPreparation Parliamentary Debate.

Communication Studies 24abcd(formerly Speech Communication24abcd)Forensic Workshop1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Students will be introduced to competitivepublic speaking, including debate, plat-form speeches, limited-preparation speak-ing, and oral interpretation of literature.Students will have the opportunity toobserve and participate in forensic compe-titions.

Communication Studies 25abcd(formerly Speech Communication25abcd)Forensic Team1 unit; 3 hours labEnrollment Limitation: auditionCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction, rehearsal,and preparation for intercollegiate forensiccompetition. Students must audition tobecome members of the forensic team.Competition at forensic tournaments isbased upon skill and preparation.

Communication Studies 50(formerly Speech Communication 50)Special Topics in CommunicationStudies CommunicationUnits determined by individual course;lecture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inSpeech Communication more specific thanprovided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Communication Studies 99abc(formerly Speech Communication 99abc)Independent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inSpeech Communication with a minimumgrade of B in each and acknowledgment bythe instructor with whom the student willworkCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Speech Com-munication not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned Speech Communicationprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Computer AidedDesign/DraftingComputer Aided Design/Drafting 5Introduction to MechanicalDrafting3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This introduction to mechanical draftingcovers the basics of creating technicaldrawings using traditional manual draftinginstruments and sketching and ComputerAided Design/Drafting (CADD) usingAutoCAD software. Topics include letter-ing, sketching multiview drawings, geo-metric construction, computer and ortho-graphic CADD, Two Dimensional (2D) andbasic Three Dimensional (3D) computerdrawings, threads and fasteners and work-ing and assembly drawings using CADDsoftware.

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 10abcdWireframe with Surfaces, SolidModeling and Assemblies3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labRecommended Preparation: ComputerAided Design/Drafting 5 or one year of highschool drafting or industry experienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students create three-dimen-sional (3-D) wireframe and surfaced mod-els, solid models, assembly and two-dimensional (2-D) drawings. Models orassemblies are displayed on a 2-D drawingformat and orthographically projected withdimensions added. Shading, rendering andsolid model modification is also availablein the 2-D mode. Auxiliary, detail and sec-tion views are also created with such com-mands as Solview and Soldraw.

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 28abcdAdvanced Parametric SolidModeling and Assemblies2 units; 1 hour lecture; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Aided Design/Drafting 10abcd with a minimum grade ofC or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will dimensionorthographic two-dimensional (2-D) draw-ings with detail, auxiliary, and sectionviews. Also, exploded animated assemblies(kinematics) will be created in this classusing Inventor Pro software, an Autodeskproduct.

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 31abcdOrientation to CATIA2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: ComputerAided Design/Drafting 5 or equivalent; eli-gibility for English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an orientation to andan overview of the CATIA* CAD/CAMsystem. (*CATIA is a registered trademarkof Dassault Systems.) Emphasis is on sys-tem structure and three-dimensional (3-D)geometry creation and manipulation. Most3-D work is done as solid models based onwire frame profiles created on sketchplanes. Basic assemblies and basic draftingtechniques are also covered.

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Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 32abcdProduct Modeling with CATIA2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Aided Design/Drafting 31abcd with a minimum grade ofC or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students develop moreadvanced solid and surface modeling tech-niques available within CATIA* softwarewith emphasis on its assembly develop-ment aspects. (*CATIA is a registeredtrademark of Dassault Systems.) Func-tions of the part design, generative shape,and drafting modules are also covered indepth.

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 33abcdAnalyses and Simulations withCATIA2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Aided Design/Drafting 31abcd with a minimum grade of Cor equivalentRecommended Preparation: ComputerAided Design/Drafting 32abcd or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course explores the FunctionalDimension and Tolerance (FD&T) aspectsof the CATIA* software as well as the“knowledgeware,” kinematic analysis, gen-erative stress analysis and other ComputerAided Engineering (CAE) functions.(*CATIA is a registered trademark of Das-sault Systems.) Special emphasis is placedon surfacing functions.

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 37abcdAdvanced CATIA Functions2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of ComputerAided Design/Drafting 31abcd with a min-imum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers wireframe and surfacefunctionality using CATIA software.Advanced Three Dimensional (3D) Surfacemodels are created, manipulated, analyzedand rendered. Additional instruction cov-ers hybrid design utilizing solid and sur-face 3D models.

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 45Geometrical Dimensioning andTolerancing3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the application andinterpretation of Geometric Dimensioningand Tolerancing (GD&T) as prescribed bythe American Society of Mechanical Engi-neers, ASME Y14.5M 2009 standard. Itincludes tolerance zone generation andinterpretation using Maximum MaterialCondition (MMC), Least Material Condi-tion (LMC), and Regardless of Feature Size(RFS) principles. Also covered are datumreferencing and simulation, tolerances ofform, orientation, runout, position andbonus tolerances. This course emphasizesthe identification and use of datums andpositional tolerances.

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 47Two Dimensional Mechanical Computer Aided Design/Drafting3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of ComputerAided Design/Drafting 10abcd with a min-imum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is an intermediate course in twodimensional design and drafting coveringmany facets of orthographic projection,dimensioning, sketching, tolerancing, sec-tion views, inclined surfaces, shop process-es, materials and threaded fasteners. Thefocus is on the specific document typesappropriate to various stages of the designprocess. Research, planning and sketchingare done manually while all formal draw-ings are done on a personal computer withappropriate Computer Aided Drafting(CAD) software.

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Computer Aided Design/Drafting –A.S. Degree and Certificates of Achievementand Accomplishment(Industry and Technology Division)

The computer aided design/drafting program prepares students for employment incareer fields utilizing computer aided drafting (CAD) processes and provides upgradeopportunities for currently employed personnel. By completing the degree or certificaterequirements, the student will gain proficiency in sketching, manual and CAD funda-mentals, three dimensional design and modeling, and geometric dimensioning and tol-erancing. Competencies will be assessed regularly by student performance using indus-try standard computer hardware and software. Students completing the program mayexpect to enter industry as CAD draftsperson in mechanical, electronic, or related indus-trial fields.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 50% of the major requirements for the Associate in Science Degree must be com-pleted at El Camino College.Computer Aided Design/Drafting 5, 10abcd*, 28abcd*, 31abcd*, 32abcd*, 33abcd*,37abcd*, 45, 47, 49, Technical Mathematics 1; one course from: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 22, Machine ToolTechnology 16ab, 46, 101abcd, Welding 15ab*, Art 141abcd*, 144abcd*, ComputerInformation Systems 13 (*one semester)Total Units: 31-32

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. At least 50% of the courses required for the Certificate of Achievement must becompleted at El Camino College.Computer Aided Design/Drafting 5, 10abcd*, 28abcd*, 31abcd*, 32abcd*, 33abcd*,37abcd*, 45, 47, 49, Technical Mathematics 1; one course from: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 22, Machine ToolTechnology 16ab, 46, 101abcd, Welding 15ab*, Art 141abcd*, 144abcd*, ComputerInformation Systems 13, 20, 22 (*one semester)Total Units: 31-32

Certificate of AccomplishmentA Certificate of Accomplishment will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow.AutoCAD Mechanical Drafting Trainee:Computer Aided Design/Drafting 5, 10abcd* (*one semester)Total Units: 6


Computer Information Systems

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 49Advanced Two DimensionalMechanical Computer AidedDesign/Drafting3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of ComputerAided Design/Drafting 10abcd with a min-imum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is an advanced course in design anddrafting exploring orthographic projection,dimensioning, tolerancing, sketching,oblique planes, assembly drawings, manu-facturing processes, hardware selectionand raw materials. Design practices ofindustry are stressed and required of eachstudent. Students will work in teams tocomplete a design drawing package includ-ing concept, layout, detail and assemblydrawings. Research, planning and sketch-ing are done manually while all formaldrawings are done on a personal computerwith appropriate computer aided drafting(CAD) software.

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 50Special Topics in Computer AidedDesign/DraftingUnits determined by individual course;lecture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inComputer Aided Design/Drafting morespecific than provided in other courses inthe regular departmental curriculum. Stu-dents are referred to the current scheduleof classes for details of specific courses.

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the ComputerAided Design/Drafting field. These experi-ences will enable students to improve jobskills, analyze career opportunities andrequirements, and compare them to per-sonal abilities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEEmay not exceed 16 units.

Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inComputer Aided Design/Drafting with aminimum grade of B in each and acknowl-edgment by the instructor with whom thestudent will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of ComputerAided Design/Drafting not covered in theregular departmental offerings. Regularconferences with the instructor are coordi-nated with assigned Computer AidedDesign/Drafting projects (60 hours perunit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Computer HardwareTechnologySee Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology

Computer InformationSystemsComputer Information Systems 3Introduction to Microcomputerand Software Applications1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab Credit, not degree applicable

In this course the student is introduced tothe capabilities of the microcomputerusing word processing and spreadsheets ina hands-on environment. Operation of themicrocomputer as a general purpose toolwill be stressed.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Computer Information Systems 11Help Desk Operations3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Information Sys-tems 13 with a minimum grade of C orequivalent experienceRecommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 19Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on practical applica-tions related to the process of help deskand end-user support in the field of Infor-mation Technology in a variety of organi-zational settings. Topics include the end-user support function in an organization,techniques to resolve various help deskissues, and strategies to provide ongoingtechnical support to end-users. Emphasiswill be placed on problem solving withusers, needs analysis, troubleshooting, andinteraction with users.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Computer Information Systems 13Introduction to Computers3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to comput-ers and application software. It is designedas both an introduction and an entry-leveloverview for other Computer InformationSystems classes. The class covers operatingsystems, computer security, applicationsoftware, and hardware. Laboratory exer-cises focus on application software includ-ing spreadsheets, word processors, data-bases, presentation tools, and the use ofthe Internet. A programming language isused to teach design and logic.


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Computer Information Systems 16Introduction to Visual Basic3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Information Sys-tems 13; Computer Information Systems26 or 28 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisite or equivalent experience Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to program-ming. Students will learn how to designinterfaces and how to develop Task ofObject Event (TOE) charts. Pseudocodeand flow charts will then be created andcode will be written for the various con-trols on the interface. Topics such assequential file access, arrays, and databaseaccess will be covered.

Computer Information Systems 18Systems Analysis and Design3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 13 or equivalent expe-rience Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course the student will study struc-tured systems analysis, design, and devel-opment as applied to business data pro-cessing. Topics emphasize tools of the ana-lyst and the systems development lifecycle, which includes problem definition,feasibility study, analysis, process model-ing, data modeling, logic modeling, soft-ware development choices, and implemen-tation and maintenance of systems.

Computer Information Systems 19Introduction to the Internet andWeb Publishing3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab Prerequisite: Computer Information Sys-tems 13 with a minimum grade of C orequivalent experienceCredit, degree applicable

This course covers terminology, technolo-gy, and software used by the Internet andWeb Page Publishing. Different technolo-gies will be compared and evaluated. Stu-dents will learn to set up Web pages, useE-mail, search for and evaluate informa-tion sources, and use the various confer-encing software available on the Internet.

Computer Information Systems 20Microsoft Windows 1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour labCredit, not degree applicable

This course focuses on the use and mainte-nance of a Windows based computer sys-tem and prepares students to set up andprotect their home or office computer.Topics include establishing a multi-userenvironment, setting restore points, back-ups, disk defragmenting, and protectionfrom spy ware.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Computer Information Systems 26Using Spreadsheets3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 13 or equivalent expe-rience Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students learn to use spread-sheets to solve business and informationsystem problems in a graduated series oflaboratory projects. The database, graphicsfeatures, macros, and advanced logical andfinancial functions of spreadsheets are uti-lized. The student will create and enhancecharts, work with multiple worksheets andintegrate spreadsheets with other Win-dows applications.

Computer Information Systems 27Using Spreadsheet Macros3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 26 or 68 or the abilityto construct spreadsheets; Computer Sci-ence 5, 10, 20, 25 or 30; or experience in acomputer programming languageCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers macros and the com-mand language structure required to auto-mate spreadsheet operations. The studentprogresses through a complex series of labexercises to develop the skills required forgeneral business productivity.

Computer Information Systems –A.S. Degree and Certificates of Achievement(Business Division)

The program is intended for students interested in information systems and can lead toa degree or certificate of achievement, and career placement or advancement. A vari-ety of courses will enable students to design graphical user interfaces, perform systemsanalysis, develop Web pages, spreadsheets, and databases, and implement and maintainLANs (local area networks). Students will demonstrate their proficiency through per-formance in laboratory exercises and objective examinations. Program assessment ismeasured by program completion and periodic program review. The program leads tocareer opportunities as software specialists, Web programmers, database developers,systems analysts, or network administrators.

El Camino College Major RequirementsComputer Information Systems 13, 18, 19; one of the following groups: Computer Infor-mation Systems 26 and 28 OR 140 and 141; two of the following courses: ComputerInformation Systems 16, 27, 29, 30, 80, 133, 134, 142, 143Total Units: 21-22

Certificates of AchievementMicrocomputer Applications: A minimum of 12 Computer Information Systems unitsmust be completed at El Camino College and a grade point average of 3.0 (B) is neces-sary in the required 30-34 units.Computer Information Systems 13, 18, 26, 28, 40; one course from: Computer Informa-tion Systems 16 or 133; two courses from: Computer Information Systems 27, 29, 133,134; two courses from: Business 55, Computer Information Systems 11, 19, 30Total Units: 30-34Microcomputer Support and Network Management: A minimum of 12 Computer Infor-mation Systems units must be completed at El Camino College and a grade point aver-age of 3.0 (B) is necessary in the required 33-34 units.Computer Information Systems 13, 19, 40, 140, 141, 142, 143; four courses from the fol-lowing: Computer Information Systems 16, 18, 28, 29, 80Total Units: 33-34




Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems 28Using Database Applications3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 13 or equivalent expe-rience Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course offers the student advancedinstruction in relational databases in aWindows environment. The studentdesigns and develops a database from userspecifications. Topics include analyzingsource documents, normalizing a database,techniques of effective design and creatingand implementing all tables and databaseobjects. Applications used are typical busi-ness operations such as inventory andhuman resources.

Computer Information Systems 29Advanced Database Applications3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Information Sys-tems 28 with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course offers the student advancedinstruction in relational databases in aWindows environment. The studentdesigns and develops a database from userspecifications. Topics include analyzingsource documents, normalizing a database,techniques of effective design and creatingand implementing all tables and databaseobjects. Applications used are typical busi-ness operations such as inventory andhuman resources.

Computer Information Systems 30Introduction to eCommerce3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 13; eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This introductory course will acquaint thestudent with fundamentals of eCommerce.The primary focus will be the study of cur-rent eCommerce practices, business mod-els, techniques and opportunities for con-ducting business via the Internet. Thiscourse will help to prepare students foremployment as Web masters, websitedesigners, and eCommerce business man-agers. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Computer Information Systems 40Microcomputer Operations3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 13 plus one othermicrocomputer course or equivalent experi-ence Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students will become famil-iar with managing and supporting micro-computers within an organization. Theclass will emphasize both computer hard-ware and applications software. Topicscovered will include microcomputer con-cepts, computer devices, hardware man-agement, applications and operating sys-tem software installation and setup, andethical concerns within the informationsystems environment.

Computer Information Systems 50Special Topics in ComputerInformation SystemsUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inComputer Information Systems more spe-cific than provided in other courses in theregular departmental curriculum. Studentsare referred to the current schedule ofclasses for details of specific courses.

Computer Information Systems 80Oracle Application Programming4 units; 3 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Information Sys-tems 28 with a minimum grade of C orequivalent experience in database designCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

The effective and efficient use of an appli-cation programming language is intro-duced and developed in lectures and rein-forced through a series of lab projects ofincreasing complexity. Programming tech-niques will include building and manipula-tion of tables as used in modern business.

Computer InformationSystems 95/96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the ComputerInformation Systems field. These experi-ences will enable students to improve jobskills, analyze career opportunities andrequirements, and compare them to per-sonal abilities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Computer InformationSystems 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inComputer Information Systems with a min-imum grade of B in each and acknowledge-ment by the instructor with whom the stu-dent will work Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in the field of Computer Informa-tion Systems not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned Computer Information Sys-tems projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.




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Computer InformationSystems 133Web Programming Concepts4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 13 or Computer Infor-mation Systems 19 or equivalent experienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Students examine the fundamental con-cepts and structures of programming forthe Web using client-side mark-up lan-guages and scripting languages. Studentslearn how to use standard documentation,testing and debugging techniques, andWeb-based programming tools such asconditional structures, variables, classes,objects, functions, events, arrays, win-dows, and forms in order to create eBusi-ness applications. Additional topicsinclude the introduction to XML, databas-es as used in the development of Web-based programming, and utilizing Webservices.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Computer InformationSystems 134Web Programming4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 133 or equivalentexperienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This introductory programming courseincorporates the basic concepts of Webprogramming, problem solving, program-ming logic, and design techniques usingMicrosoft.Net Web programming lan-guages. The student will be able to obtaininformation from an e-client and sendinformation to the e-client by buildingdynamic data-driven Web applications.Skills will be applied to the creation of aWeb Service. Emphasis is placed onemerging Web programming skills andtechnologies to prepare students foradvanced programming applications and toenter the eBusiness industry.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Computer InformationSystems 140Data Communications Cisco 13 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Computer InformationSystems 13 with a minimum grade of C orequivalent experienceRecommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 40Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces students to funda-mental networking concepts and technolo-gies. Students will learn the skills neces-sary to plan and implement small net-works across a range of applications. Thecourse uses concepts of both hardware andsoftware in order to understand principlesof communication theory. This class istechnically oriented and will prepare stu-dents for industry certification. Note: This course is semester one in the CiscoNetworking Academy program.

Computer InformationSystems 141Networking MicrocomputersCisco 23 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Computer InformationSystems 140 with a minimum grade of C orequivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will develop anunderstanding of how a router learnsabout remote networks and determines thebest path to those networks. This courseincludes both static routing and dynamicrouting protocols. Students will becomefamiliar with the terminology and technol-ogy used to design and build local andwide area networks. The course will alsofocus on routing protocols and concepts. Note: This course is semester 2 in the Cisco Net-working Academy program.

Computer InformationSystems 142Implementing and AdministeringNetwork Routers Cisco 33 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Computer InformationSystems 141 with a minimum grade of C orequivalent (Successful completion of CiscoCCNA “semesters” 1 and 2 is an equiva-lent.)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction ininstalling and maintaining networkrouters. The course will provide hands-onexperience in diagnosing and replacingrouter components.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Computer InformationSystems 143LAN and WAN RouterConfigurations Cisco 43 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Computer InformationSystems 142 with a minimum grade of C orequivalent (Successful completion of CiscoCCNA “semesters” 1, 2, and 3 is an equiv-alent.)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides a study of routers andtheir configuration in multi-protocol inter-networks. Students will learn to design andbuild a multi-router and multi-group inter-network that use local and wide area net-work interfaces for the most commonlyused routing and routed protocols.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.




Computer Related Programs

Computer ScienceComputer Science 1Problem Solving and ProgramDesign Using C++4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Mathematics 170 with a min-imum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to problemsolving and program design using struc-tured, top-down algorithmic developmenttechniques applied to the solution ofnumeric and nonnumeric problems. Soft-ware engineering topics such as analysis,design, implementation, testing, documen-tation, and maintenance of software arediscussed. Laboratory work will be doneusing the C++ computer language.

Computer Science 2Introduction to Data Structures5 units; 4 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Science 1 with aminimum grade of CRecommended Preparation: Mathematics190Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, the C++ computer lan-guage is used to demonstrate methods ofrepresenting and manipulating data. Thestudent will learn the object oriented prob-lem solving skills necessary to read, write,and correct complex computer programs,and to make important design decisions.Topics include lists, stacks, queues, trees,searching, sorting, modeling and algorithmanalysis.

Computer Science 3Computer Programming in Java4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Science 1 with aminimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course includes a detailed coverage ofthe Java programming language includingJava data types, operators and expressions,control structures, iterations, functions,arrays, classes and inheritance, files,graphical user interface (GUI) applicationswith event handling, and applets for worldwide Web applications.Note: This course is only offered in the fallsemester.

Computer Science 4Computer Science Programmingin C#4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Science 1 with aminimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course will introduce the student tothe C# (C Sharp) computer programminglanguage and the .NET framework. Stu-dents will write computer science pro-grams using the C# language. Associatedtopics in the .NET framework will also becovered.

Computer Science 10Computer Programming withFORTRAN4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Mathematics 190 with a min-imum grade of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to elemen-tary numerical methods using the FOR-TRAN Language. Topics include algebraicequation solvers, numerical differentiationand integration, evaluation of determi-nants, matrix solutions of linear systems ofequations, and prime number generators.Laboratory work is conducted on IBMcompatible personal computers.Note: You must have satisfied the course prereq-uisite at El Camino College or another accredit-ed college. A transcript or grade slip is requiredfor verification of a grade from another college.Note: This course is only offered in the fallsemester.

Computer Related ProgramsEl Camino College offers courses in computer applications in industry, Computer Infor-mation Systems, and Computer Science.

Computer Applications in IndustryThe Industry and Technology Division offers a number of courses in computer appli-cations in industry and computer technology. From design and drafting to machinetools controlled by computers, each course is designed to prepare the student foremployment with the skills and techniques needed for today’s competitive workplace.Refer to Computer Aided Design/Drafting and Machine Tool Technology for courselistings. For those interested in the internal workings of computer hardware technolo-gy, refer to the many related courses in Electronics and Computer Hardware Technol-ogy.

Computer Information SystemsThe Business Division offers Computer Information Systems courses for students inter-ested in a Computer Information Systems Associate in Science degree or Certificate ofAchievement, transfer to a four-year school, and career placement or advancement. Atfour-year institutions, these courses may be listed under the following headings: Com-puter Information Systems, Information Systems or Management Information Systems.The courses offered cover major commercial programming languages such as Oracleand Visual Basic.Net and application packages such as EXCEL, Word, Access, andFrontPage. The hardware used includes various PC microcomputer systems. Studentsdesiring a knowledge of information processing systems as a programmer, analyst,computer operator, application software user, or for transfer to a four-year college/uni-versity should refer to the course listings under the Computer Information Systems sec-tion of this catalog. The introductory level course is Computer Information Systems 13.

Computer ScienceThe Mathematical Sciences Division offers Computer Science courses which aredesigned primarily for students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution with amajor in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or another technicalmajor which will be concerned with the study or application of computer concepts.The courses offered provide instruction in high-level languages such as PASCAL, FOR-TRAN, and C++, PC assembly languages, and advanced programming concepts. Itshould be noted that most Computer Science courses have a mathematics prerequisite.Refer to the course listings in the Computer Science section of this catalog and theschedule of classes for specific information.




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Computer Science 30Advanced Programming in C++4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Science 2 with aminimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course presents an advanced coverageof the C++ programming language. Top-ics presented include templates, the Stan-dard Template Library, data abstraction,operator overloading, inheritance, friendfunctions, virtual functions, multipleinheritance, and virtual base classes. Anemphasis will be placed on object-orientedprogramming.Note: This course is only offered in the springsemester.

Computer Science 40Introduction to UNIX andLINUXOperating Systems4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course covers UNIX and LINUXoperating system concepts and includebasic commands, file structures, editors,file management utilities, shell program-ming, process control, and remote messag-ing as well as network and system admin-istration. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Computer Science 50Special Topics in ComputerScienceUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inComputer Science more specific than pro-vided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Computer Science 60Programming with ASP.NET andC# in Web Based ComputerScience Applications4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Science 2, 3, 4 or30 with a minimum grade of C in prerequi-site or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces students to Webbased programming using ASP.NET, C#,and object-oriented programming. Stu-dents will learn ASP.NET’s Web forms,Web controls, custom controls, and databinding. Additional topics includeASP.NET class hierarchy and C# inheri-tance. In the computer laboratory, stu-dents will create computer science Webapplications, such as a scientific Web cal-culator.

Computer Science 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: completion of twocourses in Computer Science with a mini-mum grade of B in each course andacknowledgement by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Computer Sci-ence not covered in the regular departmen-tal offerings. Regular conferences with theinstructor are coordinated with assignedcomputer laboratory and research projects(60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

ConstructionTechnologyConstruction Technology 50Special Topics in ConstructionTechnologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inConstruction Technology more specificthan provided in other courses in the regu-lar departmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Construction Technology 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the ConstructionTechnology field. These experiences willenable students to improve job skills, ana-lyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEEmay not exceed 16 units.

Computer Science – A.S. Degree andCertificate of Achievement(Mathematical Sciences Division)

By completing the degree or certificate requirements, the student will apply programdesign principles and will acquire an understanding of data structures and their applica-tions for an analysis and solution of numeric and non-numeric problems. The studentwill write programs using the C, C++, and assembly computer languages. All courseshave a mandatory computer laboratory component requiring students to apply knowl-edge of the concepts from the lecture. Competencies are assessed regularly throughexaminations in the lecture component and through evaluation of computer laboratoryactivities.

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the course require-ments. At least 16 units required for the certificate must be completed at El Camino Col-lege.Computer Science 1, 2; three courses from: Computer Science 3, 4, 10, 30, 40, 60,Mathematics 210 Total Units: 21



Construction Technology

Construction Technology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Con-struction Technology with a minimumgrade of B in each and acknowledgment bythe instructor with whom the student willworkCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of ConstructionTechnology not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned Construction Technologyprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Construction Technology 100Building Fundamentals4 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to the funda-mentals of the building trades. Topics ofinstruction include: building codes, con-struction mathematics, rough framing, andtechnical information on materials andmethods of residential construction. Practi-cal instruction is given in the use of toolsand materials through construction labora-tory work.

Construction Technology 105Residential Light Steel Framing2 units; 1.25 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to the funda-mentals of light frame for residential fram-ing. Instruction includes: raised floor con-struction, wall framing, trussed roof fabri-cation and installation, and applicablebuilding codes and blueprint reading. Thefundamentals are learned through labora-tory work which requires the use of stan-dard construction tools and materials.

Construction Technology 107abcdCabinet and Furniture Making2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is the study of the elements ofcabinet and furniture design. Properties ofwood and wood products, fabrication andinstallation of house cabinets, and fabrica-tion of furniture will be covered.Note: Class expenses will be determined by eachstudent’s personal project.

Construction Technology – A.S. Degree andCertificates of Achievement(Industry and Technology Division)

By completing the degree or certificate requirements, students acquire proficiency inbasic residential construction techniques and in analyzing, evaluating, and providingsolutions for a variety of job site situations. Students will be able to interpret blueprints,estimate materials, lay out, and construct a basic residential structure in accordancewith Uniform Building Code requirements. Competencies are assessed regularly bystudent performance in the construction technology laboratory. The program providescareer opportunities in various aspects of construction, including carpentry, cabinet-making, furniture making, a variety of subcrafts, and contracting. Completion of thedegree or certificate requirements qualifies students to receive a maximum of two yearscredit applicable toward the California State Contractor’s License Board experiencerequirement.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 50% of the major requirements for the Associate in Science degree must becompleted at El Camino College.Construction Technology Option:Complete the following: Construction Technology 100, 110, 107abcd* (* one semester);a minimum of 24 units from: Architecture 180, Construction Technology 105, 121, 122,131, 132, 141, 142, 150, 160, 172, 180Recommended Electives: Architecture 150A, Business 17, Computer Information Sys-tems 13, Construction Technology 95abcd, Technical Mathematics 1Total Units: 34Cabinet and Fine Woodworking Option:Complete the following: Construction Technology 107abcd*, 108abcd*, 109abcd*(*four semesters); one course from: Architecture 150A, Business 17, Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 5, Computer Information Systems 13, Construction Technology95abcd (2-4 units), 100, 110, Machine Tool Technology, 13A, Technical Mathematics 1Total Units: 24-26

Certificates of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the required coursesin one of the following options, Construction Technology or Cabinet and Fine Wood-working. At least 50% of the courses for the Certificate of Achievement must be com-pleted at El Camino College.Construction Technology:Complete the following: Construction Technology 100, 110, 107abcd* (*one semester);a minimum of 24 units from: Architecture 180, Construction Technology 105, 121, 122,131, 132, 141, 142, 150, 160, 172, 180, 95abcd* (* 2-4 units)General Requirements: English A or qualifying score for English 1A on English Place-ment Test, Technical Mathematics 1Total Units: 37-40Cabinet and Fine Woodworking:Complete the following: Construction Technology 107abcd*, 108abcd*, 109abcd*(*four semesters); one course from: Architecture 150A, Business 17, Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 5, Computer Information Systems 13, Construction Technology95abcd (2-4 units), 100, 110, Machine Tool Technology 13A, Technical Mathematics 1Total Units: 24-26


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Construction Technology 108abcdAdvanced Cabinet MakingLaboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: two semesters of ConstructionTechnology 107abcd with a minimum gradeof C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides students the opportu-nity to develop advanced skill levels in thedesign and fabrication of cabinets. Empha-sis is placed on the use of jigs, fixtures andproduction techniques. The latest hard-ware and fastening techniques are intro-duced. Note: The expense of the class to the student willbe determined by the student's personal project.

Construction Technology 109abcd Application and Installation ofEuro Style Hardware2.5 units; 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of ConstructionTechnology 107abcd with a minimum gradeof C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the principles and oper-ation of hinge mortising line boringmachines with emphasis on Euro Stylehardware.

Construction Technology 110Additions and Remodeling4 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to the funda-mentals of residential remodeling andadditions. Instruction includes: planningand design, permit process, blueprint read-ing, and building codes. Practical instruc-tion is given in the use of tools and materi-als through construction laboratory work.

Construction Technology 121Concrete and Formwork4 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labPrerequisite: Construction Technology 100or 110 with a minimum grade of C in pre-requisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an advanced course in constructiontechnology, covering concrete and form-work. Topics of instruction include theInternational Residential Code (IRC)requirements, construction mathematics,house layout, blueprint reading, form-work, use of leveling instruments and esti-mating. Practical instruction is given inthe use of tools and materials through con-struction laboratory work.

Construction Technology 122Rough Framing 4 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labPrerequisite: Construction Technology 100or 110 with a minimum grade of C in pre-requisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an advanced course in constructiontechnology, covering rough framing. Top-ics of instruction include materials andmethods of residential rough frame con-struction, rough lumber estimating andInternational Residential Code (IRC)requirements. Practical instruction isgiven in the use of tools and materialsthrough construction laboratory work.

Construction Technology 131Roof Framing 4 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labPrerequisite: Construction Technology 100or 110 with a minimum grade of C in pre-requisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an advanced course in constructiontechnology, covering residential roof fram-ing. Topics of instruction include roofstructures, calculation and layout of vari-ous rafters, International Residential Code(IRC) requirements, roof construction andestimating. Practical instruction is given inthe use of tools and materials through con-struction laboratory work.

Construction Technology 132Stair Framing 4 units, 2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labPrerequisite: Construction Technology 100or 110 with a minimum grade of C in pre-requisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an advanced course in constructiontechnology, covering residential stairframing. Topics of instruction include stairdesign, calculations, layout and construc-tion. Practical instruction is given in theuse of tools and materials through con-struction laboratory work.

Construction Technology 141Interior Subcrafts4 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labPrerequisite: Construction Technology 100or 110 with a minimum grade of C in pre-requisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an advanced course in constructiontechnology, covering interior subcrafts.Topics of instruction include door hanging,drywall installation and finishing, ceramictile setting, International Residential Code(IRC), and estimating. Practical instructionis provided in the use of tools and materi-als through construction laboratory work.

Construction Technology 142Exterior Subcrafts4 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labPrerequisite: Construction Technology 100or 110 with a minimum grade of C in pre-requisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an advanced course in constructiontechnology, covering exterior subcrafts.Topics of instruction include windowinstallation, exterior lath, stucco applica-tion and texturing, siding, concrete blocks,International Residential Code (IRC), andestimating. Practical instruction is provid-ed in the use of tools and materials throughconstruction laboratory work.

Construction Technology 150Contract Estimating3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: completion of12 units of Construction Technology or aminimum of 3 years of construction workexperienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for those with con-struction backgrounds who desire toadvance to a supervisory position orbecome contractors. Topics include: blue-print reading, International Building Code(IBC) requirements, quantity surveyingand estimating, and basic financial state-ments.




Contemporary Health

Construction Technology 160Business and Legal Aspects ofContracting3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: completion of12 units of Construction Technology or aminimum of 3 years of construction workexperienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for those with con-struction backgrounds who desire toadvance to a supervisory position orbecome contractors. Topics include: legaland business aspects of a contractingorganization, Contractor’s License Law,Lien Laws, labor code, payroll deductions,business organization and planning, andmanagement principles..

Construction Technology 172Residential Electrical Wiring4 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on residential electri-cal wiring in accordance with the NationalElectric Code (NEC). Topics coveredinclude blueprint reading, developingwiring diagrams, wiring, grounding andplacement of lights, switches, receptaclesand fixtures. The proper selection and useof conduits, determination of branch cir-cuit requirements, proper selection of cir-cuit breakers and the installation of serviceentrance and sub-panels are also covered.The techniques of electrical wiring arelearned through construction laboratorywork which requires use of standard elec-trical tools and materials.

Construction Technology 180Residential Plumbing4 units; 2.5 hours lecture, 5 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course explores the layout and fabri-cation techniques needed to erect a waterand waste plumbing system for a resi-dence. Students apply appropriate meth-ods and procedures by selecting propersize pipes, fittings, fixtures and accessoriesand install and test various fixtures andsystems. Other topics include the diagnos-ing, troubleshooting and clearing of stop-pages in a plumbing system.

Contemporary HealthContemporary Health 1Personal and Community HealthIssues3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed to provide a criticalanalysis of factors which affect personaland community health. Primary emphasisis placed upon self-empowerment and dis-ease prevention in a culturally diversecommunity. General topics include com-municable and non-communicable dis-eases; physical fitness, weight manage-ment, and nutrition; human reproductionand sexuality; stress management andmental health; drug use and abuse; andenvironmental health.Note: This course satisfies Section A, Area 5 ofthe associate degrees’ requirements.

Contemporary Health 3Drugs and Alcohol in Society2 units; 2 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides students with an in-depth study of substance abuse ad chemi-cal dependency in our society. The coursefocuses on the analysis of root causes ofsubstance abuse and identification ofabused drugs. Short and long term effectsof drug abuse, assessment of educationaland treatment options, as well as the psy-chosocial role of the family, will be exam-ined.

Contemporary Health 50Special Topics in ContemporaryHealthUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inContemporary Health more specific thanprovided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Contemporary Health 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Contempo-rary Health field. These experiences willenable students to improve job skills, ana-lyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

ContractingSee Construction Technology




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Cooperative Work Experience Education(Work Experience and Internship Credit)

Cooperative Work Experience Education (CWEE) is a course designed for students whoare looking for upward mobility or possible career changes at their current jobs, as wellas those looking for entry-level occupational training through work-based learning expe-riences and internships. CWEE uses the entire community as the laboratory allowingstudents to apply theoretical information learned in the classroom to practical problemsat work. It enables students to compare their personal goals and expectations with spe-cific career requirements and to learn from professionals and technical experts workingin their career field.

Interested students must be employed or volunteering in a job directly related to theirmajor or career goal and concurrently enrolled or have completed a class in that major.Employers must be willing to let students engage in new learning experiences at workand be willing to assist CWEE instructors in the preparation of learning objectives/eval-uations. CWEE students must enroll in a minimum of 7 units (including CWEE). Stu-dents not enrolled in 7 units should contact the appropriate Academic Affairs DivisionOffice.

Credit is awarded on the basis of objectives completed and the number of hours worked.The student needs a minimum of 150 hours of paid work or 120 hours of volunteer workfor each semester enrolled in CWEE. Up to 16 units may be used for elective credit foran AA/AS degree and 8 units will transfer to CSU.

The following scale reflects the equivalent units for hours worked:2 units = 10 hours worked per week3 units = 15 hours worked per week4 units = 20 hours worked per week

How to Enroll:• To register for the appropriate CWEE section students must first fill out a CWEE appli-cation and contact the CWEE instructor by the second week of the semester. (CWEEsections are located in the Schedule of Classes.)

• Complete an Application for Cooperative Work Experience Education available in theDivision Offices.

• Purchase a Cooperative Work Experience Education Student Handbook from the StudentBookstore. Read the Handbook and complete the Learning Objectives agreement.

• Meet with your CWEE instructor before the end of the second week to discuss thecourse requirements. Instructors are available through the appropriate DivisionOffices.

Cooperative Work Experience Education is offered in the following areas:Behavioral and Social Sciences: Available in the area of Childhood Education.Business: Available in the area of Paralegal Studies.Fine Arts: Available in the areas of Art, Dance, Film/Video, Music, and Theatre.Health Sciences and Athletics: Available in the area of Nursing.Humanities: Available in the area of Journalism.Industry and Technology: Available in the areas of Administration of Justice, Air Con-ditioning and Refrigeration, Architecture, Automotive Collision Repair/Painting, Auto-motive Technology, Computer Aided Design/Drafting, Construction Technology, Cosme-tology, Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology, Environmental Technology,Fashion, Fire and Emergency Technology, Machine Tool Technology, and Welding.Natural Sciences: Available in the area of Environmental Horticulture.


Cosmetology

CosmetologyCosmetology 1Introduction to CosmetologyProcedures13 units; 6 hours lecture, 30 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of basic prin-ciples and practical operations of cosmetol-ogy equipment, procedures and tech-niques. It is designed as an intensive,multi-disciplinary workshop in the mostcommon cosmetology processes. Lecturescenter on the fundamental theories of thepractice of cosmetology and their applica-tion. Laboratory work is designed to sup-port, with practical application, the basiccosmetology student with an intensiveforum for development of basic cosmetol-ogy skills, techniques, safety practices, andsanitation procedures.Note: Students who have earned credit in Cos-metology 10 and 11 cannot receive unit credit forCosmetology 1.

Cosmetology 2abcdAdvanced CosmetologyProcedures6.5 units; 3 hours lecture, 15 hours labPrerequisite: Cosmetology 1 with a mini-mum grade of C or completion of 399 hoursat a school licensed by the State Board ofCosmetologyCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the principles and prac-tical operations of cosmetology equipment,procedures and techniques. It is designedas an intensive, multi-disciplinary work-shop in the most common cosmetologyprocesses. Lectures center on the funda-mental theories of the practice of cosmetol-ogy and their application. Laboratory workis designed to support the cosmetology stu-dent with an intensive forum for develop-ment of cosmetology skills, techniques,safety practices and sanitation procedures.



Cosmetology – A.S. Degree andCertificates of Achievement andAccomplishment(Industry and Technology Division)

The cosmetology program offers students to the option to gain proficiency in hair cut-ting, coloring, permanent waving, chemical relaxing, manicuring, pedicuring, andfacials. After completing introduction to cosmetology, Cosmetology Level I (Certificateof Accomplishment), students will have the basic skills for entry level positions as spec-ified by the State Board of Cosmetology. Cosmetology Level II (Certificate of Achieve-ment) will give the student intermediate skills to work in the cosmetology industry.Completion of Cosmetology Level III (Certificate of Achievement) will give students1600 hours and prepares them to take the California State Board of Cosmetology Exam-ination. Competencies are assessed regularly in compliance with the California StateBoard of Cosmetology criteria. After successful completion of the California State ofBoard of Cosmetology Examination, students will have a state license to embark ontheir new career.

El Camino College Major RequirementsCompletion of a minimum of 35 units (1,600 hours) from the following:complete 13 units from: Cosmetology 1, 10, 11complete 13 units from: Cosmetology 2abcd* (*minimum two semesters), 12, 13complete 9 units from: Cosmetology 2abcd* (*minimum two semesters), 3, 4, 14abcd,16abcdTotal Units: 35

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. At least 50% of the courses required for the Certificate of Achievement must becompleted at El Camino College.Cosmetology Level III: Completion of Level I and Level II requirements.complete a minimum of 8-11 units from: Cosmetology 2abcd* (*minimum two semesters), 3, 4, 5, 13, 14abcd, 16abcdTotal Units: 35-39

Certificate of AccomplishmentA Certificate of Accomplishment will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. At least 50% of the courses required for the Certificate of Accomplishment mustbe completed at El Camino College.Cosmetology Level I: Completion of at least 500 hours.complete 13 units from: Cosmetology 1, 10, 11Total Units: 13


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Cosmetology 3Advanced CosmetologyApplications5 units; 4 hours lecture,28 hours lab (8 weeks course)Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1 with a mini-mum grade of C or 399 hours from a Stateapproved cosmetology programCredit, degree applicable

This course explores the study of advancedprinciples and practical operations of cos-metology equipment, procedures and tech-niques. It is designed as an intensive,multi-disciplinary class which focuses onthe most common cosmetology processes.Lectures center on the advanced theoriesof the practice of cosmetology and applica-tion. Laboratory work is designed to sup-port the advanced cosmetology studentwith an intensive forum for developmentof advanced cosmetology skills, tech-niques, safety practices and sanitation pro-cedures.

Cosmetology 4Cosmetology Practicum0.5 - 10 units; 4.5-90 hours lecture,13.5-270 hours labPrerequisite: Cosmetology 3 orCosmetology 14 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisiteCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed for the studentwho has completed the daytime or eveningcosmetology course series and lacks hoursfor the State Board of Cosmetology exami-nation. The focus of this class is on theadvanced principles and practical opera-tions of cosmetology equipment, proce-dures and techniques.Note: This course is repeatable

Cosmetology 5abEvening Cosmetology Practicum 2 Units; 1 hour lecture, 5 hours lab Prerequisite: Cosmetology 1 or Cosmetol-ogy 10 and Cosmetology 11 with a mini-mum grade of C in each prerequisite course Credit, degree applicable

This course is designed for the studentwho is in need of receiving hours towardtheir State Board of Cosmetology require-ment. The focus of this course is on theadvanced principles and practical opera-tions of cosmetology equipment, proce-dures and techniques.

Cosmetology 10Introduction to Cosmetology I6.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 14 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is the first of a two-course introducto-ry series covering the principles and prac-tical operations of cosmetology techniques,procedures, and equipment for wet andthermal styling, permanent waving, chem-ical straightening, hair coloring, and scalptreatments. This is the first course in asequence of courses that prepares studentsfor the State Board of Cosmetology exami-nation and employment.Note: Students who have earned credit in Cos-metology 1 cannot receive unit credit for Cosme-tology 10.

Cosmetology 11Introduction to Cosmetology II6.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 14 hours labPrerequisite: Cosmetology 10 with a mini-mum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is the second of a two-course intro-ductory series covering the principles andpractical operations of cosmetology tech-niques, procedures, and equipment for wetand thermal styling, permanent waving,chemical straightening, hair coloring, scalptreatments, facials, and manicuring andpedicuring. This is the second course in asequence of courses that prepares studentsfor the State Board of Cosmetology exami-nation and employment.Note: Students who have earned credit in Cos-metology 1 cannot receive unit credit for Cosme-tology 11.

Cosmetology 12Intermediate Cosmetology6.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 14 hours labPrerequisite: Cosmetology 11 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an intermediate course covering theprinciples and practical operations of cos-metology techniques, procedures, andequipment. Topics include wet and ther-mal styling, permanent waving, chemicalstraightening, hair coloring, scalp treat-ments, facials, and manicuring and pedi-curing. This is the third course in asequence of courses that prepares studentsfor the State Board of Cosmetology exami-nation and employment.

Cosmetology 13Advanced Cosmetology I6.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 14 hours labPrerequisite: Cosmetology 12 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is the first of a two-course advancedseries covering the principles and practicaloperations of cosmetology techniques, pro-cedures, and equipment. Topics includewet and thermal styling, permanent wav-ing, chemical straightening, hair coloring,scalp treatments, facials, and manicuringand pedicuring. This is the fourth course ina sequence of courses that prepares stu-dents for the State Board of Cosmetologyexamination and employment.

Cosmetology 14abcdAdvanced Cosmetology II6.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 14 hours labPrerequisite: Cosmetology 13 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is the second of a two-courseadvanced series covering the principlesand practical operations of cosmetologytechniques, procedures, and equipment.Topics include wet and thermal styling,permanent waving, chemical straighten-ing, hair coloring, scalp treatments, facials,and manicuring and pedicuring. This is thefifth and final course in a sequence ofcourses that prepares students for the StateBoard of Cosmetology examination andemployment.

Cosmetology 16abcdCosmetology Applications3 units; 1.5 hours lecture, 7.5 hours labPrerequisite: Cosmetology 1 or 10 with aminimum grade of C in prerequisite orequivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of intermedi-ate principles, procedures, techniques, andpractical operations of cosmetology equip-ment. It is designed as an intensive, multi-disciplinary workshop in the most com-mon cosmetology processes. Lectures cen-ter on the theories of the practice of cosme-tology and their application. Laboratorywork is designed to provide the studentwith a forum for development of interme-diate cosmetology skills, techniques, safetypractices and sanitation procedures.




Dance

Cosmetology 50Special Topics in CosmetologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inCosmetology more specific than providedin other courses in the regular departmen-tal curriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Cosmetology 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Cosmetologyfield. These experiences will enable stu-dents to improve job skills, analyze careeropportunities and requirements, and com-pare them to personal abilities and careerexpectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Cosmetology 99abcIndependent Study in Cosmetology1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Cos-metology with a minimum grade of B ineach and acknowledgment by the instructorwith whom the student will workCredit, degree applicable

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Cosmetologynot covered in the regular departmentalofferings. Regular conferences with theinstructor are coordinated with assignedCosmetology projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Cosmetology 103Introduction to Manicuring Arts9 units; 3 hours lecture, 18 hours labCredit, degree applicable

This course covers the principles of mani-curing, artificial nails, nail wraps and nailrepairs, spa treatments, reflexology, andparaffin treatments. Laboratory work isdesigned to support practical applicationsand prepares the student for State BoardManicuring examination.

Criminal JusticeSee Administration of Justice

DanceDance 1Dance Appreciation3 units; 3 hour lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of styles, artists,and cultural/historical context for dance asan art form and social expression. Topicsof emphasis may be varied from semesterto semester to reflect visiting artists, cur-rent events and popular culture. In addi-tion to class time, students will be requiredto attend selected dance events.

Dance 3History of Dance in the20th Century3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Dance 19ab orthe equivalent and eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course presents dance history of the20th century. The course will focus ontrends in ballet and modern dance forms asthey relate to 20th century aesthetic view-points. Attendance at selected danceevents is required.

Dance 5Music for Dance2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course explores the relationshipsbetween music and dance through anintroduction to the elements of music andto historical developments in style and for-mal structures of music for dance. Empha-sis will be placed on the analysis ofrhythms for dance accompaniments.

Dance 9abFlamenco Dance1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces Flamenco dancethrough the practice of steps and choreog-raphy as well as the study of music, cos-tumes, and cultures from selected coun-tries. Emphasis is placed on basic Flamen-co dance footwork as well as necessaryskills for stylistic expression.

Dance 10Social and Ballroom Dance1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course includes instruction and prac-tice of social and ballroom dances. Basicskills on leading and following, carriageand alignment of the body, animation, andetiquette are emphasized. Attendance atselected dance events is required.

Dance 12abcdWorld Dance1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an overview of sever-al specific cultural dance styles which mayinclude African, Afro-Cuban, Mexican,Tap, Middle Eastern, or Asian dance. Thestudy of music, art, costumes, and regionalcustoms of the particular style is alsoincluded.

Dance 14abMexican Dance1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces the dances of Mex-ico through practice of steps and choreog-raphy and the study of music, costume andculture from selected regions and historicalperiods. Emphasis is placed on basic Mex-ican folk dance footwork and necessarymotor skills for stylistic expression. Atten-dance at selected dance events is required. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 16abAfrican Dance1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course introduces selected dances ofAfrica through the practice of steps andchoreography. The music and artifacts ofthe dances are covered, as well as theirsocial or religious significance in Africancultures. The coordination of polyrhyth-mic body movements with the music isemphasized. Attendance at selected danceevents is required. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.




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Dance 17abcdIntermediate African Dance2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Dance 16abwith a minimum grade of CRecommended Preparation: Dance 22ab orDance 42abCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

As a continuation of African Dance, thiscourse will introduce new movement pat-terns focusing on technical skills and tradi-tional dances that are found in Africandance. The class will also explore DunhamTechnique as a means for providing a basicfoundation in African dance, focusing ontorso movements, isolations, and feetmovements. Attendance is required atselected dance events.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance19abBeginning Dance2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to basicdance techniques and terminology. Itincludes segments on body alignment, flex-ibility, strength, coordination and combi-nations common to ballet, jazz and moderndance. Attendance is required at selecteddance events.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 20abcdBody Conditioning for DanceTechniques1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students are introduced tothe principles of ballet-based techniquethrough exercise systems specific to dancetraining. Class activities emphasize align-ment, placement, strength, injury preven-tion, and efficient joint articulation. Mus-cle and skeletal terminology as well asbasic ballet terminology are introduced.This class is appropriate for dancers at alllevels, including those beginning dancetraining and those returning after an injuryor period of inactivity.

Dance 21abcdPilates Mat Class2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course covers the concepts and exer-cises developed by Joseph H. Pilates.Emphasis is placed on mat work that fea-tures exercises for improving body align-ment, strength, flexibility, muscle control,coordination, and breathing. Exercises aredesigned to enhance dance technique andperformance as well as to help the dancerprevent injuries.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 22abJazz Dance I2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: one semesterof Dance 19ab or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is the first in a sequence of twolevels of jazz dance. This course includeswork on centering, turns, timing, flexibili-ty, and strength training. Attendance isrequired at selected dance events.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 23abcdJazz Dance II2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Dance 22abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is a continuation of Jazz Dance I withincreased emphasis on ease of perform-ance, projection, speed of learning anddevelopment of individual style. It willconcentrate on dance terminology andtechniques required for success in profes-sional auditions. This course is highly rec-ommended for those seeking a career indance performance or related theatricalfields. Attendance is required at selecteddance events. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 25abcdCommercial Dance2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Dance 23abcdwith a minimum grade of CRecommended Preparation: Dance 32abCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for those attendingcommercial auditions on a regular basisand emphasizes movement for commercialdance work used in motion pictures, con-cert dance, television, industrial shows,and other commercial applications. Itoffers instruction in current trends in pop-ular dance, jazz styling, and commercialaudition preparation. Attendance isrequired at selected dance events.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 26abcdHip Hop Dance2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students are introduced tovarious forms of Hip Hop dance. The his-tory, vocabulary, social, and theatrical cod-ifications of Hip Hop dance are alsoexplored.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance – A.A. Degree(Fine Arts Division)

The degree provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the theory, history,technique, and art of dance. This is fulfilled through a structured program of dancestudy in the areas of core techniques, historical and contemporary styles, choreogra-phy, performance, and dance history. Students will demonstrate their proficiencythrough technical, interpretive, and expressive competency, research papers, essays,and public performances. Program assessment is measured by public performances,program completion, transferability, and periodic program review. Students qualify topursue a variety of dance-related careers and advanced degree options.

El Camino College Major RequirementsTheory: Dance 3, 5, 70abcd, 71abTechnique: Dance 32ab, 42ab; 8 units from: Dance 22ab*, 23abcd*, 25abcd, 26abcd,33abcd, 35abcd, 43abcd, 72abcd; 4 units from: Dance 83abcd, (can be taken a maxi-mum of 3 semesters for major credit), 87abcd**, 89abcd; 3 units from Dance 9ab, 10,12abcd, 14ab, 16ab, 17abcd, 18ab, 21abcd, 51ab, 52abcd, 53ab, 54abcd, 61ab, 62abcd Total Units: 28

It is essential that the transfer student see a counselor for appropriate curriculum. *Some colleges and universities may not accept jazz courses toward the major.**Students are advised that at least one semester of Dance 87abcd is required for trans-fer students.

Preparation for the Transfer MajorFor information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer cur-riculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services center, consult with your counselor, orvisit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help youfulfill your associate degree requirements.


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Dance 32abBallet I2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: Dance 19ab orequivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is the first in a sequence of twolevels of ballet. This course will reinforcebasic barre and center work ballet skillsand is required of all dance majors. Atten-dance is required at selected dance events.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 33abcdBallet II2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Dance 32abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is the second of two levels ofballet offered and is applicable to the dancemajor. Barre and center work will expandupon skills learned in Ballet I. Emphasiswill be on complexity in allegro and adagiocombinations. Students will perform varia-tions from the classical repertoire. Atten-dance is required at selected dance events.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 35abcdBallet Variations2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Dance 32abwith a minimum grade of CRecommended Preparation: Dance 33abcdCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course continues the development oftechnical skills for ballet dance and empha-sizes artistic expression through exposureto classical and contemporary ballet varia-tions including partnering and dancing enPointe. Attendance at selected danceevents is required.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 42abModern Dance I2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab Recommended Preparation: Dance 19ab orequivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is the first in a sequence of twolevels of modern dance. It focuses on thedevelopment of dance skills through mod-ern dance movement, emphasizing combi-nations on the floor and standing or travel-ing through space. Creative expression isincluded through exploration of danceskills. Attendance is required at danceevents sponsored by the Center for theArts.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 43abcdModern Dance II2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Dance 42abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is a modern dance course at the inter-mediate level. It further develops the stu-dent’s ability to use the body as an instru-ment of expression, with emphasis on per-formance skills, technique related to spe-cific modern dance styles, and dance as aconcert art form. Attendance at selecteddance events is required. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 50Special Topics in DanceUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inDance more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Dance 51abLatin Social Dance2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an overview of Latin socialdances including salsa, cha cha, tango,rumba, samba, mambo, and selected folkand regional dances. Areas of study includemovement theory, dance vocabulary,dance courtesy, fundamentals of music asthey relate to dance, and dance history. Stu-dents will be exposed to vintage danceforms as well as current trends. Attendanceat selected dance events is required.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 52abcdIntermediate Latin Social Dance2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Dance 51abwith a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course builds on the basic vocabularyand steps of the Latin social dances includ-ing salsa, cha cha, tango, rhumba, samba,mambo, and selected folk and regionaldances. Areas of study include movementtheory, dance vocabulary, dance courtesy,and musical rhythms as they relate todance and dance history. Students will beexposed to vintage dance forms as well ascurrent trends. Attendance is required atselected.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 53abAmerican Social Dance2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an overview of Americansocial dance of the 20th century, includingWest Coast Swing, East Coast Swing,Lindy Hop and Country Line Dance.Areas of study include movement theory,dance vocabulary, dance courtesy, funda-mentals of music as they relate to dance,and dance history. Students will beexposed to vintage dance forms as well ascurrent trends. Attendance at selecteddance events is required. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 54abcdIntermediate AmericanSocial Dance2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Dance 53abwith a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course builds on the basics of Ameri-can Social Dance in the 20th centuryincluding West Coast Swing, East CoastSwing, Lindy Hop, and Country LineDance. Areas of study include movementtheory, dance vocabulary, dance courtesy,and musical rhythms as they relate todance and dance history. Students will beexposed to vintage dance forms as well ascurrent trends. Attendance is required atselected events. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 61abTap Dance I - Beginning1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces elementary tech-niques of tap dancing, including music the-ory concepts as they apply to the rhythmsof tap dance. Attendance is required atselected dance events.

Dance 62abcdTap Dance II - Intermediate2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Dance 61abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU,UC

In this course, students continue studyingTap Dance. Students will refine basic tapdance skills and learn more complex tapcombinations that incorporate a variety ofrhythms and styles. Attendance at select-ed dance events is required.


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Dance 70abcdImprovisation2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for students withall levels of dance experience. The empha-sis of the class is to encourage creativedevelopment rather than technical danceskills. It is highly recommended for non-dancers and beginning choreographers.Content areas include improvisationalproblems organized into three main areas:space, time, and movement invention.Topics progress from individual explo-ration to formally structured groupimprovisation. Attendance at selecteddance events is required.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Dance 71abChoreography I2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Dance 19ab and Dance70abcd with a minimum grade of C.Dance 70abcd may be taken concurrentlywith Dance 71abCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to funda-mental skills and concepts of choreographywith an emphasis on utilizing movementresources for creating dances. Attendanceat selected dance events is required.

Dance 72abcdChoreography II2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Dance 71ab with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students further developchoreographic concepts and skills fromDance 71ab. Methods of expanding initialmovement concepts from a solo or smallgroup to large group composition are alsoemphasized. Attendance at selected danceevents is required.

Dance 83abcdDance Workshop Ensemble1 unit; 4 hours labCorequisite: enrollment in any of the fol-lowing technique classes: Dance 14ab,16ab, 17abcd, 18abcd, 19ab, 22ab, 23abcd,25abcd, 32ab, 33abcd, 35abcd, 42ab,43abcd, 51ab, 52abcd, 53ab, 54abcd, 61ab,62abcdCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to dance per-formance of works in progress. Studentswill participate in one or more formal orinformal performances as dancers, chore-ographers, or crew.

Dance 87abcdConcert Dance Ensemble1 unit; 4 hours labEnrollment Limitation: auditionCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course offers students an opportunityto participate in a concert dance produc-tion in a capacity to be determined by theabilities of the individual and the demandsof the choreography. This is an intensive9-week course with extended rehearsaltimes to be arranged.

Dance 89abcdAdvanced Dance Theatre1 unit; 4 hours labEnrollment Limitation: auditionCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this class students organize productionelements and rehearse as performingmembers of a dance company. Dance per-formance techniques and artistic skills areemphasized. Choreography is by faculty,guest artists, or advanced level dance stu-dents. Emphasis is also given to prepara-tion for pre-professional auditions.

Dance 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inDance with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Dance not cov-ered in the regular departmental offerings.Regular conferences with the instructorare coordinated with assigned Dance proj-ects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

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EconomicsEconomics 5Fundamentals of Economics3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

In this course, students are introduced tothe study of how a market economy solvesthe problem that the scarcity of resourcesand goods imposes on a society. Supplyand demand concepts, the effects of con-trols on the economy, unemployment andinflation, and the principles of internation-al trade and finance are also discussed.•Note: Students will not receive UC credit forEconomics 5 if taken after Economics 1 or 2.

Economics 1 Principles of Economics:Macroeconomics3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 73 or 80 with aminimum grade of C or qualification bytesting (El Camino College MathematicsPlacement Test) and assessmentRecommended Preparation: Economics 5;eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to the prin-ciples that explain the operation of thenational economy. Topics to be analyzedinclude consumption of products,exchange, aggregate output, the moneysupply, national income, price level, eco-nomic growth, international trade, interna-tional finance, and macroeconomic poli-cies.Note: Economics or Business majors should con-sult with a counselor to determine which inter-mediate algebra course is appropriate for themajor.

Economics 2 Principles of Economics: Microeconomics Theory 3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Economics 1 with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the development ofthe fundamental laws of supply anddemand. The principles that govern theoperation of the market economy usingmicroeconomic theory will be examined.In particular, emphasis will be placed ondecision making by individual consumersand firms, and how the allocation of goodsand resources are determined in both com-petitive and monopolistic markets.




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Economics 50Special Topics in EconomicsUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inEconomics more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Economics 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Economics 1 and 2with a minimum grade of B in each andacknowledgement by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides advanced studies in asubject field of Economics not covered inthe regular departmental offerings. Regularconferences will be held with the instruc-tor to discuss and coordinate assigned proj-ects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

EducationEducation 101Introduction to the Field of Education1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed to help studentsexplore a variety of careers in educationand to prepare them for future studies inthe field. Course topics include the quali-ties of effective teachers and other schoolprofessionals as well as the challenges andrewards of various careers in education.Types of credentials and credential pro-grams, subject area coursework, stateexaminations, educational and technologi-cal resources, state standards, and profes-sional portfolios will be discussed.Throughout the course, students will alsoconduct off-site observation.

Education 201Foundations in Education3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Education 101 with a mini-mum grade of C; eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to the con-cepts and issues related to teaching chil-dren with diverse backgrounds in pre-school through grade twelve. Course top-ics include teaching as a profession andcareer, contemporary educational issues,California’s content and performance stan-dards, and credential requirements.Throughout the course, students will con-tribute materials to their portfolios and willalso conduct a minimum of 30 hours ofpre-approved, structured fieldwork indiverse classroom settings.

EducationalDevelopmentEducational Development 8abBasic Mathematics Preparationfor Deaf and Hard of HearingStudents3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, not degree applicable

This is a self-paced developmental coursedesigned for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearingstudents to develop competence with basicmathematical operations. Topics includewhole numbers, fractions and decimals.Emphasis is upon computational skills.Note: This course is taught in American SignLanguage and is designed for students who areDeaf and Hard-of-Hearing.Note: Pass/no pass only

Educational Development 9abAdvanced MathematicsPreparation for Deaf andHard-of-Hearing Students3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: credit in Educational Devel-opment 8abCredit, not degree applicable

This is a self-paced developmental coursedesigned for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearingstudents to develop competence withadvanced mathematical skills. Topics cov-ered include ratios, proportions, percents,measurements, geometry, statistics, andalgebra. Major emphasis is on solving ver-bal problems.Note: This course is taught in American SignLanguage and is designed for students who areDeaf and Hard-of-Hearing.Note: Pass/no pass only

Economics – A.A. Degree(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

The degree in economics is designed to provide students with a foundation in macro-economics and microeconomics theory. Economics majors will acquire knowledge ofthe principle economic models for understanding how the national economy functions,the fundamental laws of supply and demand, and international trade theory. Studentswill be able to apply methodologies to assess fiscal and monetary policy, price levels,and the allocation of goods and resources in competitive and monopolistic markets.Competencies will be assessed through regularly scheduled objective and essay exam-inations and problem solving assignments.

El Camino College Major RequirementsEconomics 1, 2, Mathematics 160 and 161 or 190 and 191; two courses from: History 101, 102, 140, 141, Political Science 1Total Units: 19-22





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Educational Development 10abcdEnglish Grammar for Deaf andHard of Hearing Students3 units; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labRecommended Preparation: noneCredit, not degree applicable

This course introduces deaf and hard-of-hearing student to the basic principles ofgrammar, sentence structure, and vocabu-lary. Students will develop clear, concisesentences and write short paragraphs.Note: This course is taught in American SignLanguage and designed for students who are deafand hard-of-hearing.Note: Pass/no pass only

Educational Development 11abcdWriting and Reading for Deaf andHard of Hearing Students3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: noneCredit, not degree applicable

This is a comprehensive writing and read-ing course for deaf and hard-of-hearing stu-dents. It incorporates the use of the writingprocess, developing writing skills, buildingbasic reading skills and vocabulary devel-opment. Students will write in response toselected short stories and personal experi-ences presented in the sign language.Emphasis is placed on the development ofefficient writing and reading skills thatinclude pre-reading strategies, makinginferences, using contextual clues andidentifying the main idea.Note: This course is taught in American SignLanguage and designed for students who are deafand hard-of-hearing.Note: Pass/no pass only

Educational Development 14American Sign Language for Deafand Hard of Hearing Students3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, not degree applicable

This course will provide instruction fordeaf and hard of hearing students in thedevelopment of sign vocabulary, fingerspelling, receptive and expressive skills,and appropriate use of American Sign Lan-guage.Note: It is recommended that students have ver-ified eligibility for services offered through theSpecial Resource Center.

Educational Development 21Career Preparation2 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course assists the student in selectinga career and developing effective job seek-ing skills. The student will complete aninterest inventory, review academic per-formance, research various careers andpractice the steps necessary to attainemployment.Note: This course is appropriate for studentswith disabilities. This course is occasionallytaught in American Sign Language and isdesigned for students who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.

Educational Development 22Personal Assessment2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course helps students develop a betterunderstanding of personal motivation asthey establish short- and long-term goals.Students will also explore their personalvalue systems, the concepts of stress man-agement, defense mechanisms, interper-sonal communications, and time manage-ment.Note: This course is appropriate for studentswith disabilities.

Educational Development 29Individualized Assessment ofLearning1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to provide strate-gies for academic success for students withspecial learning needs. Individual assess-ments of learning strengths and weakness-es will be completed, which may deter-mine eligibility for accommodationsthrough the Special Resource Center. Inaddition, this course will introduce con-cepts of disability management and self-advocacy in the college setting. Studentswill learn to identify their individual learn-ing styles and develop their individuallearning profile.Note: Pass/no pass only

Educational Development 31abcdIncreased Learning Performance1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, not degree applicable

In this laboratory course, students willincrease learning performance and studyskills that relate to content of other ElCamino College courses. Students will alsoenhance critical thinking skills and evalu-ate assistive technologies that improve aca-demic success. In addition, specific sec-tions of the course will be offered for Eng-lish and mathematics skills.Note: This course is appropriate for studentswith disabilities.Note: Pass/no pass only

Educational Development 32abPsychology of Affective Learning3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to expose studentsto effective principles and exercises thatenhance the students’s self concept as alearner. The benefits of a positive attitudeand learning performance will also be cov-ered.Note: This course is appropriate for studentswith disabilities.Note: Pass/no pass only

Educational Development 33abSpecific Learning Strategies3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

In this course students will explore specif-ic techniques, principles, and strategieswhich enable them to effectively acquire,integrate, store, and retrieve information.Note: This course is appropriate for studentswith disabilities.Note: Pass/no pass only

Educational Development 35abReading Skills for Students withLearning Differences3 units; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labCredit, not degree applicable

This course, designed for students whohave a processing deficit in reading, willemphasize a variety of learning strategiesand electronic technologies. Learners willincrease their reading vocabulary, level ofreading comprehension, and fluency inprocessing the printed word. Students willgain greater awareness of their learningpreferences and how to apply them toincrease their reading and learning levels.Students will construct a learning systemwhich will facilitate their ability to read, tounderstand, and to critically evaluate read-ing material.Note: Pass/no pass only




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Educational Development 36abWriting Skills for Students withLearning Differences3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: Studentsshould ideally read with fluency and com-prehension skills commensurate at a sixthgrade reading levelCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed for students withlearning differences who need to improvebasic writing skills. A process approach towriting is integrated with reading assign-ments to provide a variety of writing expe-riences. Students practice learning strate-gies related to writing and receive individ-ualized instruction to increase writingskills and prepare them for regular Englishclasses.Note: This course is appropriate for studentswith disabilities.Note: Pass/no pass only

Educational Development 40Assisted Computer Literacy2 units; 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab tobe arrangedRecommended Preparation: minimum typ-ing speed of 5 words per minuteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This introductory computer course isdesigned to instruct students with disabili-ties in the use of assistive computer tech-nology appropriate to the individual’s func-tional limitations. The student will acquirebasic computer literacy skills with anemphasis on word processing in the Win-dows environment.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option

Educational Development 41abcdAssisted Computer TechnologyLaboratory1 unit; 3 hours lab to be arrangedRecommended Preparation: basic computerliteracy skillsCredit, not degree applicable

This computer laboratory course isdesigned to enhance computer skills of stu-dents with disabilities. Students will selectdisability-specific programs and/or assis-tive technology suited to their particularneeds. They will improve their skills andcompetencies in personal computer usage.Note: Pass/no pass only

Educational Development 50Special Topics in EducationalDevelopmentUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inEducational Development more specificthan provided in other courses in the regu-lar departmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Electronics andComputer HardwareTechnologyElectronics and ComputerHardware Technology 11 Introduction to Electronics 3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to electron-ics for students preparing to enter the fieldand for students interested in consumerelectronics. It provides the basis for furtherstudies in electronics and computer hard-ware technology. Topics include safety,employment opportunities, the basic theo-ry and applications of electricity, analysisof circuit values using a standard scientificcalculator, component identification andschematic diagrams, and the techniques ofelectrical measurement. Also introducedare alternating current measurements andthe use of the oscilloscope. Electrical/elec-tronic devices employed in automotive andair conditioning systems are also covered.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 22 Basic Electronic Fabrication3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the materials andthe processes used for fabricating electron-ic systems. The process includes designing,assembling, testing, and documenting abasic electronic fabrication project. Topicscovered will include safety, componentidentification, schematic diagrams, assem-bly pictorials, soldering (both printed wireboards and terminals), inspection, sheetmetal fabrication, hand-tool use, cabling,wire wrapping, printed circuit board con-struction and repair, Continuous Improve-ment Techniques, and ESD (ElectrostaticDischarge) awareness. Mass productionwill be stressed for practical experience inall areas.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 50Special Topics in Electronics andComputer Hardware TechnologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inElectronics and Computer Hardware Tech-nology more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology field.These experiences will enable students toimprove job skills, analyze career opportu-nities and requirements, and comparethem to personal abilities and career expec-tations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.




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Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Elec-tronics and Computer Hardware Technolo-gy with a minimum grade of B in each andacknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Electronics andComputer Hardware Technology not cov-ered in the regular departmental offerings.Regular conferences with the instructorare coordinated with assigned Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology proj-ects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 110Introduction to Direct andAlternating Current Circuits3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 11 with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines advanced topics inthe foundational principles of direct andalternating current electricity through thecorrelation of theory with laboratoryexperiments. Basic circuit analysis formsthe core of the course. Included in thisclass are the use of calculators; computercircuit simulation and many types of elec-trical/electronic test equipment to makeelectrical measurements; and yield analy-sis.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 112Advanced Direct andAlternating Current Circuits3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 110 with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course teaches advanced principles ofdirect and alternating current electricitythrough the correlation of theory with lab-oratory experiments. Circuit analysisforms the core of the course. Included arethe analysis of complex series-parallelresistor circuits, circuit analysis theorems,and the application of trigonometry to cur-rent, voltage, impedance, and power data.Other practical topics include the theory ofelectric meter operation and the analysis ofseries-parallel impedances.

Electronics and Computer HardwareTechnology – A.S. Degree and Certificatesof Achievement and Accomplishment(Industry and Technology Division)

The electronics and computer hardware technology program prepares students foremployment in the areas of computer hardware and industrial, military, and consumerelectronics. Students acquire proficiency in analyzing, assembling, testing, and trou-bleshooting both analog circuits and computer systems. Students are trained in indus-try standard codes and symbols for components, systems, safety devices, and proce-dures. The program also meets the needs of the currently employed who seek toupgrade skills, change careers, or prepare for industry certification and licensing. Com-petencies will be assessed regularly by student performance in the classroom and labo-ratory.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 50% of the major requirements for the Associate in Science degree must be com-pleted at El Camino College.Computer Technology Option: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 22, 110, 130, 140ab*, 142ab*,144ab* (* one semester); two courses from: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 95abcd (one semes-ter), 191, Computer Systems 13, 40Total Units: 29-31Electronics Technology Option: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 22, 110, 120, 122, 124, 130, 140ab(one semester); one course from: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 95abcd*, 142ab*,144ab*, 191, 192, (* one semester)Total Units: 27-29

Certificates of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses in one ofthe following options: Computer Hardware Electronics Technician, Electronics Engi-neering Technician, or Industrial Computer Control Technician. At least 50% of thecourses for the Certificate of Achievement must be completed at El Camino College.Computer Hardware Electronics Technician: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 22, 110, 130, 140ab*, 142ab*,144ab*; two courses from: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 95abcd*, 191,Computer Information Systems 13, 40 (*one semester)Total Units: 29-31Electronics Engineering Technician: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 22, 110, 120, 124, 130, 140ab *; two course from: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 95abcd*, 142ab*,144ab*, 191, 192, (*one semester)Total Units: 27-30Industrial Computer Control Technician: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 22, 110, 120, 124, 130, 140ab*,191, 192, Machine Tool Technology 10A; one course from: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 95abcd*, 142ab*,(*one semester)Total Units: 34-36

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Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 120Semiconductor Circuits I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 110 with a minimumgrade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides the student with abackground in modern solid-state devicesfor electronic technician work or trou-bleshooting. Emphasis is placed on testingdevices, combined with study of typicalapplications. The course of study includesthe student construction of an AmplitudeModulation AM radio and experience withcomputer simulation of laboratory experi-mentation.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 122Semiconductor Circuits II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 120 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course gives the student an advancedbackground in solid-state devices such astransistors, Field Effect Transistors (FETs)and Silicon Controlled Rectifiers (SCRs).Practical laboratory experience similar tocircuitry used in the electronics industry isincluded.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 124 Operational Amplifiers and LinearIntegrated Circuits3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 120 with a mini-mum grade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on linear integratedcircuit techniques, including operationalamplifiers, comparators, phase lockedloops, multiplexers and audio amplifiers.Laboratory activities include telecommuni-cations, instrumentation, industrial elec-tronics and practical measurement meth-ods. In both lecture and laboratory exercis-es, students study circuits common to elec-tronic systems, in addition to new, noveland useful circuit concepts.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 130Digital Systems and ComputerLogic I 3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labRecommended Preparation: Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology 11Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an introductory course in digitallogic circuit theory and practice used incontemporary computer, control, instru-mentation and security systems. Thecourse begins with the development ofsimple digital elements, which are com-bined in increasingly complex functions toperform higher-level logic functions. Thelaboratory exercises give the student theopportunity to verify the ideas presented inlecture, and explore the capabilities andlimitations of commonly used logic cir-cuits.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 140abComputer Systems and HardwareTechnologies I 4 units; 3 hours lecture, 4 hours labRecommended Preparation: Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology 11 orequivalent; Computer Information Systems13 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides a general study ofcomputer hardware systems and underly-ing operating technologies. Topics coveredinclude an overview of microprocessor-based computer systems, binary and hexa-decimal numbering systems, computersystem hardware components and periph-erals, operating systems, basic hardwarefailures, and test and verification of propercomputer systems operation. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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Certificate of AccomplishmentA Certificate of Accomplishment will be granted upon the completion of the courses inone of the following options: CompTIA Computer Hardware Technician, ComputerHardware Technician, Electronics Technician, Robotics, or Powerline Industry Readi-ness. At least 50% of the courses required for the Certificate of Accomplishment mustbe completed at El Camino College.CompTIA Computer Hardware Technician:Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 144ab*, 146ab*, 148ab*(*one semester)Total Units: 12Computer Hardware Technician: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 140ab*, 142ab*, 144ab*(*one semester)Total Units: 15Electronics Technician: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 22, 110, 120, 140ab (one semester)Total Units: 16Robotics: Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 11, 22, 130, 191, 192Total Units: 16Powerline Industry Readiness: Construction Technology 172, Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 62, 64,68, 110Total Units: 14






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Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 142abComputer Systems and HardwareTechnologies II4 units; 3 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 140ab with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides a comprehensivestudy of advanced computer hardware sys-tems and associated technologies. Topicswill include an in-depth analysis of micro-processor-based architectures and relatedcomputer hardware system componentsand peripheral devices. Installation andconfiguration of the system hardware,advanced hardware and software integra-tion skills. Conflict resolution, trou-bleshooting and optimization strategieswill be taught. .Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 144abCompTIA A+ Certification Prepa-ration for Computer HardwareSystems4 units; 3 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 140ab with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for the student pur-suing a career as a computer service tech-nician. Students will develop the skills andknowledge required for passing the Comp-TIA A+ Certification Hardware exam.Topics covered include safety, basics ofelectricity and electronics, micro-computerhardware and components, Complementa-ry Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS)settings, operating systems, printers,portable systems and network hardware.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 146abCompTIA Network+ CertificationPreparation for Computer Hard-ware Systems4 units; 3 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology144ab with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for the student pur-suing a career as a computer service tech-nician. Students will develop the skills andknowledge required for passing the Comp-TIA Network+ Certification exam. Topicsinclude set up configuration and trou-bleshooting of networking hardwaredevices. Other areas explored include net-working topology, cabling, wirelessdevices, network standards, protocols andsecurity.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 148abCompTIA Security+ CertificationPreparation for Computer Hard-ware Systems4 units; 3 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology146ab with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for the student pur-suing a career as a computer service tech-nician. Students will develop the skills andknowledge required for passing the Comp-TIA Security+ Certification exam. Topicsinclude information security, systemthreats and risks, protecting systems, net-work vulnerabilities, network defenses,wireless network security, security auditsand policies, cryptographic methods, andthe basics of computer forensics.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 191ab Introduction to Microprocessorsand Interfacing3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 11 or Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology 130with a minimum grade of C or equivalentelectronics background Credit, degreeapplicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to industrialmicroprocessors and microcontrollers asthey relate to industrial and consumerequipment. Included are the fundamentalsof assembly language, use of software tosimulate hardware, digital and analoginterfacing, data storage, and troubleshooting.

Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 192 Robotics and Machine Control4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology 11 or130 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of the funda-mentals of robotics and industrial machinecontrol. Topics include programmable con-trollers (PLCs), hydraulic and pneumaticsystems, open and closed loop servo sys-tems, 3-axis coordinate systems and micro-processor control applications.

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Engineering Technology

EngineeringSee Pre-Engineeringfor A.S. Degree Requirements

Engineering 1Introduction to Engineering2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an orientation to the prepa-ration, training, practice, obligations andethics of the engineering profession, aswell as an introduction to the various engi-neering disciplines. Speakers from variousfields present opportunities and challengesin the engineering profession. Academicsuccess strategies related to the study ofengineering are emphasized.

Engineering 9Engineering Mechanics - Statics3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Physics 1A and Mathematics191 with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students will explore result-ants and components of concurrent forces;moments of forces with respect to pointsand axes; equivalent systems of forces andmoments; equilibria of particles and rigidbodies in two and three dimensions; dis-tributed forces; centroids and centers ofgravity; analysis of structures; forces inbeams; friction moments and products ofinertia, and energy methods.

EngineeringTechnologyEngineering Technology 10Principles of EngineeringTechnology3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will explore tech-nology systems and engineering processesto learn how math, science, and technolo-gy impact our society. The topics intro-duced include the design process, commu-nication and documentation, engineeringsystems, statics, properties of materials,quality assurance, materials testing, andengineering for reliability.

Engineering Technology – A.S. Degreeand Certificates of Achievement(Industry and Technology Division)

The engineering technology program prepares students for transfer to university engi-neering technology programs and for employment in technical fields. by completing thedegree or certificate requirements, students acquire a foundation in the principles ofengineering, engineering design, digital electronics, automated manufacturing, and theapplication of math and science in technical fields. Careers in engineering technologyinvolve high level technical work in the creation, production, utilization, and distribu-tion of industrial materials, products, and processes. Competencies will be assessed reg-ularly in accordance with skill standards established by the National Alliance for Pre-engineering Programs.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 50% of the requirements for the major must be completed at El Camino College. Engineering Technician Option: Engineering Technology 10 or 10A and 10B, 12 or 12Aand 12B, 14 or 14A and 14B, 16 or 16A and 16B, Machine Tool Technology 101abcd,Technical Mathematics 1; three courses from: Engineering Technology 18 or 18A and18B, Machine Tool Technology 16ab*, Computer Aided Design/Drafting 28abcd*, Elec-tronics and Computer Hardware Technology 22, Manufacturing Technology 70, 75 or75A and 75B, Welding 15ab* (*one semester) Total Units: 26-28 Engineering Technology Option: Engineering Technology 10 or 10A and 10B, 12 or 12Aand 12B, 14 or 14A and 14B, 16 or 16A and 16B, Chemistry 1A, Mathematics 190, Physics2A; two courses from: Computer Information Systems 13, Electronics and ComputerHardware Technology 110, Engineering 1, 9, Engineering Technology 18 or 18A and 18B,Machine Tool Technology 101abcd, Manufacturing Technology 70, 75 or 75A and 75B Total Units: 30-33

Certificates of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted to students completing the requirements ineither the Engineering Technician or Engineering Technology options. At least 50% ofthe courses for the Certificate of Achievement must be completed at El Camino College.Engineering Technician: Engineering Technology 10 or 10A and 10B, 12 or 12A and 12B,14 or 14A and 14B, 16 or 16A and 16B, Machine Tool Technology 101abcd, TechnicalMathematics 1; three courses from the following: Engineering Technology 18 or 18A and18B, Machine Tool Technology 16ab*, Computer Aided Design/Drafting 28abcd*, Elec-tronics and Computer Hardware Technology 22, Manufacturing Technology 70, 75 or75A and 75B, Welding 15ab* (*one semester) Total Units: 26-28 Engineering Technology: Engineering Technology 10 or 10A and 10B, 12 or 12A and12B, 14 or 14A and 14B, 16 or 16A and 16B, Chemistry 1A, Mathematics 190, Physics2A; two courses from the following: Computer Information Systems 13, Electronics andComputer Hardware Technology 110, Engineering 1, 9, Engineering Technology 18 or18A and 18B, Machine Tool Technology 101abcd, Manufacturing Technology 70, 75 or75A and 75B Total Units: 30-33




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Engineering Technology 10APrinciples of EngineeringTechnology I 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours labCredit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the first of two courses in whichstudents will explore technology systemsand engineering processes to learn howmath, science, and technology impact oursociety. The topics introduced include thedesign process, communication, documen-tation, and engineering systems. Note: The two course sequence EngineeringTechnology 10A and Engineering Technology10B is the same as Engineering Technology 10.

Engineering Technology 10B Principles of EngineeringTechnology II 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab Recommended Preparation: EngineeringTechnology 10A Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the second of two courses in whichstudents will explore technology systemsand engineering processes to learn howmath, science, and technology impact oursociety. The topics introduced include stat-ics, properties of materials, quality assur-ance, materials testing, and engineering forreliability. Note: The two course sequence EngineeringTechnology 10A and Engineering Technology10B is the same as Engineering Technology 10.

Engineering Technology 12Introduction to EngineeringDesign3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labRecommended Preparation: EngineeringTechnology 10Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will gain a basicunderstanding of the design process usedin engineering fields and the application ofcomputer modeling software. Emphasis isplaced on the design process, geometricrelationships, visualization, technicalsketching, modeling, model documenta-tion, assemblies, and production processes.

Engineering Technology 12AIntroduction to EngineeringDesign I 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours labCredit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the first of two courses in whichstudents will gain a basic understanding ofthe design process used in engineeringfields and the application of computermodeling software. Emphasis is placed onthe design process, geometric relation-ships, visualization, and technical sketch-ing. Note: The two course sequence EngineeringTechnology 12A and Engineering Technology12Bis the as Engineering Technology 12.

Engineering Technology 12B Introduction to EngineeringDesign II 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab Recommended Preparation: EngineeringTechnology 12A Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the second of two courses in whichstudents will gain a basic understanding ofthe design process used in engineeringfields and the application of computermodeling software. Emphasis is placed on,modeling, model documentation, assem-blies, and production processes. Note: The two course sequence EngineeringTechnology 12A and Engineering Technology12B is the same as Engineering Technology 12.

Engineering Technology 14Electronics for EngineeringTechnologists3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labRecommended Preparation: EngineeringTechnology 10Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students are introduced tothe application of electronics in engineer-ing technology. The topics studied includesafety, Ohm’s Law, engineering notation,DC circuits, capacitance, inductance, reac-tance, impedance, analog and digital wave-forms, basic motors, number systems,logic gates, Boolean algebra, flip-flops, shiftregisters, and micro-processors. Tech-niques in computer simulation and electri-cal measurements will be stressed.

Engineering Technology 14A Electronics for EngineeringTechnologists I 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the first of two courses in whichstudents are introduced to the applicationof electronics in engineering technology.The topics studied include safety, Ohm’sLaw, engineering notation, DC circuits,capacitance, inductance, reactance, andimpedance. Techniques in computer simu-lation and electrical measurements will bestressed. Note: The two course sequence EngineeringTechnology 14A and Engineering Technology14B is the same as Engineering Technology 14.

Engineering Technology 14BElectronics for EngineeringTechnologists II 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab Recommended Preparation: EngineeringTechnology 14A Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the second of two courses in whichstudents are introduced to the applicationof electronics in engineering technology.The topics studied include safety, analogand digital waveforms, basic motors, num-ber systems, logic gates, Boolean algebra,flip-flops, shift registers, and micro-proces-sors. Techniques in computer simulationand electrical measurements will bestressed. Note: The two course sequence EngineeringTechnology 14A and Engineering Technology14B is the same as Engineering Technology 14.

Engineering Technology 16Computer IntegratedManufacturing3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labRecommended Preparation: EngineeringTechnology 10 and 12Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the integration of engi-neering technology principles and automa-tion in manufacturing environments. Stu-dents will create three-dimensional designswith modeling software and produce actu-al components of their designs on comput-er numerically controlled (CNC) machinetools. Additional topics covered includemachine tool operations, simulations,rapid prototyping (RP), robotics, and man-ufacturing systems.




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Engineering Technology 16A Computer IntegratedManufacturing I 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab Recommended Preparation: EngineeringTechnology 10 or 10A and 10B, Engineer-ing Technology 12 or 12A and 12B Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the first of two courses that coverthe integration of engineering technologyprinciples and automation in manufactur-ing environments. The topics coveredinclude machine tool operations, simula-tions, and robotics. Note: The two course sequence EngineeringTechnology 16A and Engineering Technology16B is the same as Engineering Technology 16.

Engineering Technology 16B Computer IntegratedManufacturing II 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab Recommended Preparation: EngineeringTechnology 10 or 10A and 10B, Engineer-ing Technology 12 or 12A and 12B, Engi-neering Technology 16A Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the second of two courses thatcover the integration of engineering tech-nology principles and automation in manu-facturing environments. Students will cre-ate three-dimensional designs with model-ing software and produce actual compo-nents of their designs on computer numer-ically controlled (CNC) machine tools.Additional topics covered include simula-tions, rapid prototyping (RP), and manu-facturing systems. Note: The two course sequence EngineeringTechnology 16A and Engineering Technology16B is the same as Engineering Technology 16.

Engineering Technology 18Engineering Design andDevelopment3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Engineering Technology 12,14, and 16 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this capstone course, teams of studentswill work together to design and constructsolutions to engineering problems.Emphasis will be placed on research meth-ods, design problem statements, continu-ous improvement, cost analysis, prototyp-ing, testing methods, project construction,and project presentation.

Engineering Technology 18A Engineering Design andDevelopment I 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab Prerequisite: Engineering Technology 12 or12A and 12B, Engineering Technology 14or 14A and 14B, and Engineering Technol-ogy 16 or 16A and 16B with a minimumgrade of C Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the first course in a two coursesequence that covers engineering designand development concepts. In this cap-stone course, teams of students will worktogether to design and construct solutionsto engineering problems. Emphasis will beplaced on research methods, design prob-lem statements, continuous improvement,cost analysis, and prototyping. Knowledgegained will be applied to a design solutionof a problem assigned in the capstone proj-ect. Note: The two course sequence EngineeringTechnology 18A and Engineering Technology18B is the same as Engineering Technology 18

Engineering Technology 18B Engineering Design andDevelopment II 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab Prerequisite: Engineering Technology 18Awith a minimum grade of C Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the second course in a two-coursesequence that covers engineering designand development. In this capstone course,teams of students will work together todesign and construct solutions to engineer-ing problems. Emphasis will be placed ontesting methods, project construction, proj-ect presentation, and professional peerreview. Note: The two course sequence EngineeringTechnology 18A and Engineering Technology18B is the same as Engineering Technology 18

English

English 80(formerly English RA)Basic Language Skills3 units; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labRecommended Preparation: qualificationby testing (English Placement Test) andassessmentCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to improve readingand study skills necessary for college suc-cess. Special emphasis will be placed onreading comprehension, strategies forunderstanding written words, study andtest taking skills, and vocabulary expan-sion. As writing is a natural extension ofthe reading process, students also willlearn the basic structure of sentences andwill learn to recognize main ideas, relation-ships between main ideas and supportingdetail, and patterns of organization in vari-ous types of reading material.Note: Pass/no pass only

Course SequenceLeading to English 1A

English 1A4 units

Reading and Composition

English 843 units

DevelopmentalReading andWriting

orEnglish 73 units

Speed andPower Reading

English 823 units

Introduction toReading Skills

English 803 units

Basic LanguageSkills

English B3 units

Introduction tothe Composing

Process

English A3 units

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English 82(formerly English R)Introduction to Reading Skills3 units; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: credit in English 80 or qualifi-cation by testing (English Placement Test)and assessmentCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to improve generalreading and thinking abilities throughincreasing the following skills: comprehen-sion, vocabulary, reading speed, and studyand test-taking techniques. Special empha-sis will be placed on analysis of longerreading passages.Note: Pass/no pass only

English 84(formerly English 2R)Developmental Reading andWriting3 units; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: credit in English 82 or qualifi-cation by testing (English Placement Test)and assessment Credit, degree applicable

This course is designed to prepare studentsto read college-level reading materials.Special emphasis will be placed on movingthe students from a literal level of compre-hension to a critical analysis of texts. Stu-dents will be able to integrate specific read-ing strategies rather than focus on individ-ual skills, and will write responses to texts.Note: Pass/no pass onlyNote: Students who receive credit for both Eng-lish 84 and English A can count only one coursefor degree credit.

English CBasic English Skills3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: qualificationby testing (English Placement Test) andassessmentCredit, not degree applicable

This course introduces students to thebasic principles of grammar and sentencestructure. Students develop clear, concisesentences and write short paragraphsbased on brief reading assignments, obser-vations, and experience.Note: Pass/no pass only

English BIntroduction to College Writing3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: qualificationby testing (English Placement Test) andassessmentCredit, not degree applicable

This course introduces students to theprocesses of creating, developing, andrevising paragraphs and short essays basedon personal experiences, observations, andreactions to short reading selections. Stu-dents learn basic rules of grammar,mechanics, and usage. Students practice avariety of sentence types and paragraphstructures. Students revise their writingwith the assistance of weekly one-on-onetutorials. Note: Pass/no pass only.

English A Writing the College Essay3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: credit in English B or qualifi-cation by testing (English Placement Test)and assessment Credit, degree applicable

This course is designed to strengthen col-lege-level writing skills. Students will readand analyze articles and essays and willpractice writing coherent, well-developedexpository essays. Students will revisetheir writing using peer review and week-ly one-on-one tutorials. Students willreview functional grammar and sentenceskills and be introduced to techniques ofresearch and documentation. Note: Pass/no pass onlyNote: Students who receive credit for both Eng-lish A and English 84 can count only one coursefor degree credit.

English A-XWriting the College Essay4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: ESL 53B with a minimumgrade of C or qualification by assessmentCredit, degree applicable

This course is designed to strengthen col-lege-level writing skills in preparation forEnglish 1A. Students will read and analyzearticles and essays and will practice writ-ing coherent, well-developed expositoryessays. Students will revise their writingusing peer review. Students will reviewfunctional grammar and sentence skillsand be introduced to techniques ofresearch and documentation. This courseis designed for students for whom Englishis their second language.

English 1AReading and Composition4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: credit in English A and creditin English 84 or English 7; or qualificationby testing (English Placement Test) andassessment Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed to strengthen thestudents’ ability to read with understand-ing and discernment, to discuss assignedreadings intelligently, and to write clearly.Emphasis will be on writing essays inwhich each paragraph relates to a control-ling idea, has an introduction and a conclu-sion, and contains primary and secondarysupport. College-level reading material willbe assigned to provide the stimulus forclass discussion and writing assignments,including a required research paper.Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing English 1A, Reading and Com-position, and English 1A, Reading and Composi-tion for Foreign Students is one course.

English – A.A. Degree(Humanities Division)

The degree program in English develops the student’s ability to read both prose andpoetry with understanding and discernment. The student will acquire competence inwriting college-level expository essays and applying research strategies. The student willalso develop interpretive and analytical skills through exposure to a wide range of liter-ature. Competencies will be assessed primarily by evaluating the student’s critical think-ing abilities as demonstrated through written work. Completion of the program preparesthe English major for any profession or industry requiring strong communication skillsas well as transfer.

El Camino College Major RequirementsEnglish 1A-1B, 15A-15B; 3 units from English 20, 21, 23, 35, 36, 40A, 40B; 6 units fromthe following literature or writing courses: Literature Courses - English 10, 12, 18, 22,26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 34, 39, 42, 43, 44, 46; Writing Courses - English 1C, 24A, 25A,32abc, 33, 38Total Units: 22

Preparation for the Transfer MajorFor information on the specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfercurriculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor,or visit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help youfulfill your associate degree requirements.


English

English 1AReading and Composition for Foreign Students4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: ESL 52B with a minimumgrade of C and credit in English A-X orqualification by assessmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed to strengthen stu-dents’ ability to read with understandingand discernment, to discuss assigned read-ings intelligently, and to write clearly.Emphasis will be on writing essays inwhich each paragraph relates to a control-ling idea, has an introduction and a conclu-sion, and contains primary and secondarysupport. College-level reading material willbe assigned to provide the stimulus forclass discussion and writing assignments,including a required research paper. Thiscourse is designed for students for whomEnglish is their second language.Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing English 1A, Reading and Com-position, and English 1A, Reading and Composi-tion for Foreign Students is one course.

English 1BLiterature and Composition3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: English 1A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed to stimulate anenjoyment of literature and to developinterpretive, critical, and analytical readingskills. Students will also receive extensiveinstruction on writing critically about shortstories, full-length works (such as novellas,novels, plays, or biographies), and poems.The course will include critical analysisand research involving one or more liter-ary genres.

English 1CCritical Thinking and Composition3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: English 1A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the development ofcritical thinking skills. Students will applythese skills to the analysis of written argu-ments in various forms and genres, bothclassic and contemporary, and to the writ-ing of effective persuasive essays. Stu-dents will learn to evaluate and interpretdata, to recognize assumptions, to distin-guish facts from opinions, to identify andavoid logical fallacies, to employ deductiveand inductive reasoning, and to effectivelyassert and support argumentative claims.

English 4Grammar and Structure3 units; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicable

This course is for students who want tobecome thoroughly familiar with Englishgrammar, structure, and usage. An empha-sis is placed on recognizing, writing, andcombining sentences. In addition, tradi-tional grammar, usage, and mechanics, asthey pertain to writing with correctness,clarity, and effective style, are included.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

English 7Speed and Power Reading3 units; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: eligibility for English 84 orESL 52BCredit, degree applicable

This course is designed to increases a stu-dent’s reading speed and flexibility whileimproving comprehension and criticalthinking skills. Systematic processes forapplying active reading strategies and forlogically and efficiently analyzing text areemphasized. In addition, training forphrase-reading, skimming and scanningtechniques, study skills, and vocabularydevelopment are included. Note: Pass/no pass only.

English 10Introduction to Poetry3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an intensive study ofpoetry, examining individual poems and avariety of poetic types and techniques.Written analysis is stressed as studentslearn to organize and develop criticalessays about poetry.

English 12Introduction to Fiction3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on reading and inter-preting the short story and the novel andanalyzing the evolution, scope, and form ofeach genre. Students study the elements,themes, and styles of short stories and nov-els and the contributions of individualauthors to each genre.

English 15ASurvey of British Literature3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: English 1A with a minimumgrade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of British literaturefrom the Anglo-Saxon period through the18th century. Particular attention will begiven to tracing the growth of English,Irish, Scottish and Welsh culture and iden-tity in relation to the literature. The selec-tions may include Beowulf, The Táin, andEveryman, as well as readings fromChaucer, Julian of Norwich, Kempe,Spenser, Lanyer, Shakespeare, Cary,Donne, Milton, Cavendish, Dryden, Behn,Pope, Swift, Johnson, and Sheridan.

English 15BSurvey of British Literature3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: English 1A with a minimumgrade of C Note: English 15A is not a pre-requisite to 15BCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of British literatureby English, Irish, Scottish, and Welsh writ-ers that begins with the Romantic Age andcontinues to the present. The courseincludes selections from major Romantic,Victorian, Modern and Postmodernauthors, which may include Equiano,Burns, Blake, the Wordsworths, Coleridge,Byron, the Shelleys, Keats, Tennyson, theBrownings, the Brontës, Arnold, Hardy,Yeats, Conrad, Joyce, Eliot, Woolf,Lawrence, Beckett, Heaney, Pinter, andothers.

English 18Survey of Women Writers:Middle Ages to the Present3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

The course examines the literary contribu-tions of women writers from the MiddleAges to the present. Students will studyworks of women’s literature in traditionaland nontraditional genres, as well as exam-ine the aesthetic, political, historical, cul-tural, and social contexts of the lives andworks of women writers.




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English 20Shakespeare’s Plays - Tragediesand Romances3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to Shake-speare’s tragedies and romances. Themajor goals of the course are to help stu-dents understand the works, analyze thelanguage, and read and evaluate criticalAnalysis. Students will become familiarwith the Elizabethan era and learn toappreciate the universality of Shake-speare’s art.

English 21Shakespeare’s Plays - Comediesand Histories3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to repre-sentative comedies and histories ofWilliam Shakespeare. The major goals ofthe course are to help students understandthe plays, analyze the language, read andevaluate critical material written on plays,become familiar with the Elizabethan era,and value the universal themes and enter-taining qualities of Shakespeare’s plays.

English 22Suspense Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course examines various types of sus-pense literature from the 19th century tothe present. Students read, analyze, dis-cuss, and evaluate examples of the mostwidely-read and enduring suspense litera-ture forms: mystery, detective, crime, adpsychological suspense fiction. Studentsalso examine the history of suspense litera-ture and the cultural contexts that havegiven rise to the various suspense genres.Other suspense literature genres may bediscussed, including gothic, spy, fantasy,horror, and science fiction.

English 23 Twentieth Century Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on reading and inter-preting literature from the two major gen-res of the twentieth century: Modernismand Postmodernism. Students study theelements, themes, and styles of these gen-res as they pertain to American and Britishliterature, as well as literature in transla-tion.

English 24ACreative Writing:Introduction to Poetry3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to the cre-ative process of writing poetry, includingthe inception of a specific poem, the use ofpoetry techniques in the actual writing of apoem, and the development of students’critical sense in writing and revising theirown poems. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

English 25ACreative Writing: Introduction tothe Craft of Fiction3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introductory level cre-ative writing course focusing on writingthe short story. In addition to outliningand composing well-crafted stories, stu-dents will study the techniques of plot,characterization, point of view, conflict,and setting. Introduction to direct andindirect characterization will be illustratedthrough the narrative modes of action,description, exposition, and narration. Stu-dents will also learn about peer editing andthe workshop model for revising stories. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

English 26The Literature of Science Fiction3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course examines various types of sci-ence fiction from the 20th century to thepresent. Students read, analyze, discuss,and evaluate examples of the most widely-read and enduring science fiction genres:space adventure, utopian/dystopian, near-future, high-tech, and futuristic human/social interaction. Students also examinethe history of science fiction and the cul-tural contexts that have given rise to thevarious science fiction genres. Other sci-ence fiction genres may be discussedincluding gothic, suspense, horror, andfantasy.

English 27Children’s Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course surveys the historical and cul-tural development of children’s literature,and includes critical approaches and theexamination of shared themes that crosscultural and geographical boundaries. Stu-dents read both classic and contemporaryworks spanning cultures and time periodsand reflect on the significance of a genrewritten specifically for children.

English 28Images of Women in Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course examines images of women ina variety of literary forms, including poet-ry, short stories, novels, plays, folklore,fairytales, and nonfiction prose. Studentsbecome familiar with female archetypes,women’s roles, and women’s themes aspresented by both male and female writ-ers, examining traditional and re-visionistapproaches.




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English 29The Short Novel3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

Through an analysis of its history, tech-nique, and meaning, students are encour-aged to understand the short novel as a dis-tinctive form of fiction, and to consider theform in its own right as well as in relation-ship to the short story and the novel. Forinsight into the development of the shortnovel genre, students read works byauthors of various cultures.

English 30The English Bible as Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a study of the types of liter-ature used in both the Old and New Testa-ments of the English Bible. Readings anddiscussions emphasize analysis of suchforms as the short story, poetry, letters,biographical literature, and historical liter-ature.

English 31Mythology and Folklore3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of Babylonian,Egyptian, Hebrew, Greek, Hispanic, Ger-manic, Indian, Aboriginal, and othermythologies. Through readings of essaysand literature, students explore the similar-ities and differences of folklore andmythology and identify cultural patterns inthe literature.

English 32abcCreative Writing:A Workshop in Fiction3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: English 25A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course develops advanced skills in thecraft of fiction writing. Students discussand apply complex strategies for construct-ing characters, establishing conflict, anddeveloping plot within fiction. Studentsthen assess and critique their own andother students’ original stories. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

English 33Creative Writing: Introduction toCreative Nonfiction3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

After reading and analyzing, creative non-fiction writings by important writers, stu-dents will write creative nonfiction essaysbased on their own experiences. Studentswill learn about the genre and the subgen-res, the elements of creative nonfiction, thewriting process, journaling, peer editing,and the workshop model. Students willproduce a portfolio of their own writing bysemester’s end.

English 34The Short Story3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on reading and inter-preting the short story and analyzing theevolution, scope, and form of the genre.Students will study the elements, themes,and styles of American and English shortstories, as well as literature in translation.

English 35World Literature,3500 BCE to 1650 CE3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course examines masterpieces ofworld literature from the ancient worldthrough the mid-17th century as bothreflections and progenitors of their culturesand, eventually, nations of origin. Stu-dents explore the universal concerns ofhumankind as exemplified through thethemes, forms, and trends of the literaryworks.

English 36World Literature,1650 CE to Present3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course examines masterpieces ofworld literature from the mid-17th through20th centuries as both reflections and pro-genitors of their cultures and nations of ori-gin. Students explore the universal con-cerns of humankind as exemplifiedthrough the themes, forms, and trends ofthe literary works.

English 38abCreative Writing: Screenwriting 3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students learn the skills nec-essary to create original feature filmscreenplays. Themes, character, plot, anddialogue are discussed and developed bymeans of writing exercises. Script formatand story structure are analyzed by readingfeature film scripts and discussing pro-duced film stories. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

English 39Literature and Film3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an exploration of lit-eracy works and corresponding feature-length films. Students analyze selectednovels and short stories as well as filmingtechniques. Oral and written Analysis willfeature comparisons of the original literarywork and its film adaptation.

English 40AAmerican Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys American literaturefrom its beginnings through the Civil War,including material from several categories:the narratives of native peoples, the litera-ture of discovery and exploration, the liter-ature of Pre-Revolutionary America, theliterature of an emerging nation, and theliterature of Antebellum America. Thiscourse recognizes the contributions ofwomen and minority writers to the nation-al literature.

English 40BAmerican Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys American literaturefrom the post-Civil War period to the pres-ent, including the Literature of an Expand-ing Nation, the literature of Modernism,the literature of post World War II Ameri-ca, and contemporary American literature.The course recognizes the contribution ofwomen and minority writers to the nation-al literature.


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English 41ASurvey of Film: 1895-19503 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on screening, dis-cussing, analyzing, and writing about filmas a narrative reflective of its time and cul-ture. Students study representative filmmasterpieces from the late 19th century to1950, the age of television, by viewingfilms or portions of films. An emphasis isplaced on ideas and values portrayed in thefilms with regards to how they reflect theconcerns of particular nationalities andtime periods. Students also analyze thegrowth and transformation of various artis-tic techniques used by the filmmakers. .

English 41BSurvey of Film: 1950 to Present3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on screening, analyz-ing and writing about film as a narrativereflective of its time and culture. Studentsstudy representative film masterpiecesfrom 1950 to the present by viewing filmsor portions of films. An emphasis is placedon ideas and values portrayed in the filmswith regards to how they reflect the con-cerns of particular nationalities and timeperiods. Students also analyze the growthand transformation of various artistic tech-niques used by the filmmakers, as well astrends in major transnational filmmakingand media conglomeration.

English 42 Chicano and Latino Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course will focus on the analysis andinterpretation of Chicano and Latinoessays, novels, short stories, dramas, andpoems written in English translation. Stu-dents will explore a wide survey of classicand contemporary Chicano and Latinotexts that reflect social and cultural influ-ences, as well as examine the process ofassimilation and self-identity of the Chi-cano and Latino as thematically represent-ed in literature.

English 43African American Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides a chronological andthematic survey of African American liter-ature. Students will read and discuss rep-resentative works by African Americanwriters. Emphasis will be on classic andcontemporary literature.

English 44The Literature of AmericanEthnic Groups3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides a chronological andthematic survey of American ethnic litera-ture. Students will examine and discussrepresentative works by members of thefollowing groups: African Americans,Asian Pacific Americans, Chicano/LatinoAmericans, European and Near EasternAmericans, Jewish Americans, and NativeAmericans. Emphasis will be contempo-rary literature.

English 46Literature and Sexual Identity3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course examines how a culture’s ideasabout gender identity and sexual orienta-tion affect the form and impact of litera-ture. Materials will include canonicalworks that reflect themes of dissident sex-uality, as well as contemporary works thatwrite openly about the modern gay andlesbian experience.

English 47California Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to litera-ture written about California, and includeshistorical and cultural backgrounds,regional and ethnic experiences, and unify-ing themes and motifs. Literary genresand critical theories of California literatureare studied.

English 48Modern Literature ofLatin America3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of modern litera-ture from Latin American countries. Stu-dents explore themes common to selectedmajor writers and identify cultural, politi-cal, and stylistic patterns in their works.

English 50Special Topics in EnglishUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inEnglish more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

English 98abcdCollege Literary Magazine Editingand Publishing3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides students with experi-ence in literary journal publishing. Stu-dents will evaluate literary magazines, cre-ate submission guidelines, advertise forand collect submissions, learn about the lit-erary journal printing process, proofreadand edit submissions, and design and com-pose layout. In addition, students willorganize a public literary reading.

English 99abcIndependent Study in English1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two English cours-es, one of which is English 1A, with a min-imum grade of B in each and acknowledg-ment by the instructor with whom the stu-dent will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of English not cov-ered in the regular departmental offerings.Regular conferences with the instructorare coordinated with assigned English edu-cation projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.


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English 100Supervised Tutoring:Writing Center Laboratory0 units; 72 maximum hours lab per semes-terEnrollment Limitation: referral by instruc-tor or counselor based on assessed academ-ic needNon-credit

This course provides students with super-vised tutorial instruction on writing textwith clarity and reading text with literaland critical understanding; this mayinclude prewriting and pre-reading tech-niques, organization of text, developmentof arguments, relationships between partsof text, integration of writing and readingfor research and revision/editing for clarityand correctness.Note: This course is repeatable and open forenrollment at registration and at anytime duringthe semester.

English as a SecondLanguage

English as a Second Language 01Preparation for Naturalizationand Citizenship0 units; 3 hours lectureNon-credit

This ESL course provides the non-nativeEnglish speaker with the language skillsneeded to pass the reading, writing, andwritten portions of the U.S. CitizenshipImmigration Services (USCIS) naturaliza-tion examination. Students will apply lan-guage skills to materials related to theinterview process and to the history of theUnited States, the structure of Americangovernment, and the responsibilities ofAmerican citizens.

English as a Second Language 02AConversation and GrammarLevel I0 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: concurrentenrollment in English as a Second Lan-guage 03ANon-credit

This Level 1 conversation and grammarcourse provides focused practice on Eng-lish grammar forms and structures throughlistening, speaking, reading, and writingactivities. Emphasis is on the verb “be,”the simple present tense, nouns, adjec-tives, prepositions, statements, and ques-tions. Capitalization and punctuation rulesare also introduced and applied in writingsimple sentences.

English as a Second Language 02BConversation and GrammarLevel II0 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: qualificationby assessment or completion of English as aSecond Language 02A; concurrent enroll-ment in English as a Second Language 03BNon-credit

This Level II conversation and grammarcourse provides focused practice on Eng-lish grammar forms and structures throughlistening, speaking, reading, and writingactivities. Emphasis is on prepositions oftime, possessive nouns and adjectives,present progressive and simple past tense,modals of ability and suggestion, impera-tives, and punctuation rules.

English as a Second Language 02CConversation and GrammarLevel III0 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: qualificationby assessment or completion of English as aSecond Language 02A and 02B; concurrentenrollment in English as a Second Lan-guage 03CNon-credit

This Level III conversation and grammarcourse provides focused practice on Eng-lish grammar forms and structures throughlistening, speaking, reading, and writingactivities. Emphasis is on verb tenses,direct/indirect objects, modals, compara-tives, superlatives, count and non-countnouns, and quantifiers.

English as a Second Language 02DConversation and GrammarLevel IV0 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: qualificationby assessment or completion of English as aSecond Language 02C; concurrent enroll-ment in English as a Second Language 03DNon-credit

This Level IV conversation and grammarcourse provides focused practice on Eng-lish grammar forms and structures throughlistening, speaking, reading, and writingactivities. Emphasis is on the continuousand perfect tenses, transitive and intransi-tive verbs, irregular verb forms, the pas-sive voice, participial adjectives, andidioms.

English as a Second Language 03AReading and WritingLevel I0 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: concurrentenrollment in English as a Second Lan-guage 02ANon-credit

This Level I reading and writing course isdesigned to improve reading comprehen-sion, increase vocabulary, and improvecritical thinking and writing skills. Stu-dents will write descriptive and chronolog-ically ordered paragraphs.

Course SequenceLeading to English 1A

English 1A4 units

Reading and Compositionfor Foreign Students

English 52B4 units

IntermediateReading andVocabularyBuilding

English 52C4 units

AdvancedReading(Optional)

English 52A4 units

Introduction toReading andVocabularyBuilding

English 53A4 units

ElementaryWriting andGrammar

English 53B4 units

IntermediateWriting andGrammar

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English as a Second Language 03BReading and WritingLevel II0 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: qualificationby assessment or completion of English as aSecond Language 03A; concurrent enroll-ment in English as a Second Language 02BNon-credit

This Level II reading and writing course isdesigned to improve reading comprehen-sion, increase vocabulary, and improvecritical thinking and writing skills. Stu-dents will write descriptive, instructional,biographical, narrative, and subjectiveparagraphs.

English as a Second Language 03CReading and WritingLevel III0 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: qualificationby assessment or completion of English as aSecond Language 03B; concurrent enroll-ment in English as a Second Language 02CNon-credit

This Level III reading and writing course isdesigned to improve reading comprehen-sion, increase vocabulary, and improvecritical thinking and writing skills. Stu-dents will write paragraphs using chrono-logical order, emphatic order, and spatialorder.

English as a Second Language 03DReading and WritingLevel IV0 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: qualificationby assessment or completion of English as aSecond Language 03C; concurrent enroll-ment in English as a Second Language 02DNon-credit

This Level IV reading and writing course isdesigned to provide students with strate-gies to improve reading comprehensionand writing skills. Reading practice activi-ties will be presented to increase vocabu-lary, use context for determining meaningof texts, and develop critical thinkingskills. In writing, students will study avariety of grammatical structures and tran-sitional expressions to help generate simpleexpository paragraphs.

English as a Second Language 50Special Topics in English as aSecond LanguageUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inEnglish as a Second Language more specif-ic than provided in other courses in theregular departmental curriculum. Studentsare referred to the current schedule ofclasses for details of specific courses.

English as a Second Language 51AIntroduction to English inConversation4 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: qualificationby assessmentCredit, not degree applicable

This introductory course is designed toactivate a student’s English-speaking andEnglish-comprehension skills in a support-ive atmosphere. The course includescross-cultural communication topics; roleplay and other small group activities; intro-duction to common American idioms andexpressions; pronunciation exercisesdesigned to improve intelligibility; and lis-tening comprehension practice.

English as a Second Language 51BIntermediate Listening,Speaking and Pronunciation4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: ESL 51A with a minimumgrade of C or qualification by assessment Credit, degree applicable

Students in this course gain greater confi-dence and skill in listening to and speakingEnglish by participating in activities suchas listening to mini-lectures and takingnotes, presenting impromptu speeches,prepared speeches, and oral reports; con-ducting surveys and interviews; perform-ing role plays and dramas; and discussingand debating controversial topics. Stu-dents improve their pronunciation, intona-tion and stress, listening comprehension,and knowledge of idiomatic expressionsand American culture and humor.

English as a Second Language 51CAdvanced Listening, Speaking andPronunciation4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: ESL 51B with a minimumgrade of C or qualification by assessment Credit, degree applicable

This course provides advanced instructionin listening and speaking skills, emphasiz-ing oral communication, pronunciation,and idiomatic expressions in a multi-cul-tural academic setting. Students practicelistening to and taking notes on authenticlectures from across the curriculum. Stu-dents present speeches and participate ingroup discussions, debates, and othergroup activities.

English as a Second Language 52AIntroduction to Reading and Vocabulary Building4 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: qualificationby assessmentCredit, not degree applicable

This advanced-level reading course teachesinterpretive, critical, and analytical readingskills for closer reading and better under-standing of fiction and nonfiction works. Itincludes an in-depth study of a novel, andthe terminology necessary to discuss andwrite critically about works of various gen-res.

English as a Second Language 52BIntermediate Reading and Vocabulary Building4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: ESL 52A with a minimumgrade of C or qualification by assessment Credit, degree applicable

This is an intermediate level coursedesigned to teach appropriate readingskills, such as the ability to make infer-ences, draw conclusions, understand themeaning of vocabulary words in contextthrough word analysis and contextualclues, and determine the main idea from apassage. Students read from a variety ofsources, including newspapers, essays,short stories, and novels. Students alsoincrease their academic vocabularythrough vocabulary building activities.




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English as a Second Language 52CAdvanced Reading 4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: ESL 52B with a minimumgrade of C or qualification by assessmentCredit, degree applicable

The purpose of this course is to provideinterpretive, critical and analytical readingskills for fiction and nonfiction genres. Itincludes an in-depth study of a novel andthe language necessary to discuss andwrite critically about what is read.

English as a Second Language 53AElementary Grammar andWriting4 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: qualificationby assessment Credit, not degree applicable

This entry-level academic compositioncourse offers students an intensive writingexperience. Students will write well-organized and coherent paragraphs transi-tioning to multi-paragraph essays. Stu-dents will identify and address grammarproblems in their writing.

English as a Second Language 53BIntermediate Writing andGrammar4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: ESL 53A with a minimumgrade of C or qualification by assessment Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This intermediate-level academic composi-tion course offers students an intensiveexperience in writing college essays. Stu-dents will learn to write well-organized,coherent expository essays, including criti-cal reactions to readings, and employingvarious rhetorical modes. Basic rules ofgrammar are reviewed and more advancedrules are introduced.

English as a Second Language 54American Culture for ESLStudents2 units; 2 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: ESL 51B, ESL52B, and ESL 53BCredit, not degree applicable

This ESL students to succeed in college-level courses by introducing them to tradi-tional and changing values in the UnitedStates such as individualism, self-reliance,pragmatism, and consumerism. Studentswill learn how these values affect educa-tion, family life, and popular culture. Stu-dents will improve their English languageskills by analyzing television shows,movies, magazine and newspaper articles,as well as by conducting informal surveysand observation tasks.

EnvironmentalHorticultureHorticulture 41General Horticulture3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course will provide a foundation forthe care and culture of plants with anemphasis on landscape and nursery man-agement. Topics include soil preparationand plant selection, turf grass selection,installation and care, landscape design,nursery management, plant propagation,integrated pest management, house plants,and basic botany and physiology. Careeropportunities in horticulture will also bediscussed.

Horticulture 42Plant Propagation3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Plant reproduction techniques will be stud-ied and practiced with an emphasis onasexual (vegetative) propagation methodssuch as grafting, budding, layering, cut-tings, and tissue culture. Sexual propaga-tion (flower/seed), preparation and use ofgrowing mediums, and operations ofgreenhouse and shade house structureswill also be covered.

Environmental Horticulture – A.S. Degreeand Certificate of Achievement(Natural Sciences Division)

A student completing the degree or certificate requirements will be able to manage var-ious landscape environments such as vegetable and flower gardens, turfgrass, house-plants, soils, cut flowers, and terrariums. A student will be able to apply fertilizers andpesticides (natural, chemical, biological, and cultural). The student will be able to prop-agate plants via grafting, budding, tissue culture, cuttings, specialized stems, and sexu-al means as well as demonstrate knowledge of various propagation structures. The stu-dent will be able to identify landscape plants (herbaceous, shrubs, trees) and identifytheir morphology. Outcomes of the program will be measured by the student’s abilityto design a landscape, make landscape management recommendations, and obtainemployment in the industry.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 50% of the requirements for the major must be completed at El Camino Col-lege.Horticulture 41, 42, 46, 53, 54, 55, 56; one course from: Biology 15, 16, Horticulture 44,60, 95abcdTotal Units: 23-25

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be awarded upon completion of the courses listedbelow. At least 50% of the requirements for the certificate must be completed at ElCamino College.Horticulture 41, 42, 46, 53, 54, 55, 56; one course from: Biology 8, 15, 16, Horticulture44, 60, 95abcdTotal Units: 23-25




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Horticulture 44Ecology of Edible, Medicinal andPoisonous Plants3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab to bearrangedRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will develop anawareness and appreciation of edible,medicinal and poisonous plants and theireffect on humans over the centuries. Stu-dents will survey ornamental and nativeplant communities with emphasis on flow-ering plants, ecology, economic uses, andidentification. Students will perform labwork primarily in the field. Field lab siteswill be in the chaparral, forest, and desert.

Horticulture 46Pest Control3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 and Mathematics 40Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course will emphasize the concepts oflandscape and pest management. Identifi-cation and control of potential pests anddiseases, and their habits, hosts, and sea-sonal history will be studied. Chemical,biological and integrated pest manage-ment, as well as the laws and regulationsaffecting pest control, will be discussed.

Horticulture 50Special Topics in HorticultureUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inHorticulture more specific than providedin other courses in the regular departmen-tal curriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Horticulture 53Soils and Fertilizers3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 and Mathematics 40Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines the origin, forma-tion, structure, and composition of soilsand the elements of plant nutrition. Soilanalysis and methods of determining prop-er amounts of fertilizer and amendmentswill be explored. The effects of differentfertilizers and their application will also bediscussed.

Horticulture 54(formerly Horticulture 52B)Landscape Design3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Horticulture55 and 56; eligibility for English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces the principles oflandscape design and basic drafting tech-niques to guide the student through theprocess of creating formal drawings for res-idences. Selection and placement of plantmaterials according to texture, color, mass,and cultural requirements for the intendedlandscape use will be explored.

Horticulture 55Plant Identification - Trees3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students will identifyapproximately 160 trees commonly used inSouthern California landscapes. The land-scape uses, growth habits, and culturalrequirements, as well as the morphologicalcharacteristics, of these trees will be stud-ied.

Horticulture 56Plant Identification - Shrubs,Vines, and Groundcovers3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students will identifyapproximately 160 shrubs, vines, andgroundcovers commonly used in SouthernCalifornia landscapes. The landscape uses,growth habits, and cultural requirements,as well as the morphological characteris-tics, of these plants will be studied.

Horticulture 60Basic Landscape Irrigation3 units; 2 hours lecture; 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forMathematics 23Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces the basics of resi-dential and small commercial landscapeirrigation and determining the waterdemand and the water availability of alandscape site. Selection of sprinklers,proper sizing of pipe, and selection of irri-gation controllers as well as typical irriga-tion materials and assembly techniqueswill be explored. Low volume irrigationsystems will also be discussed.

Horticulture 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Environmen-tal Horticulture Science field. These expe-riences will enable students to improve jobskills, analyze career opportunities andrequirements, and compare them to per-sonal abilities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Horticulture 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Hor-ticulture with a minimum grade of B ineach and acknowledgment by the instructorwith whom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides the student an oppor-tunity to explore research problems inEnvironmental Horticulture not covered inthe regular departmental offerings throughlaboratory and field projects. Regular con-ferences with the instructor are coordinat-ed with assigned laboratory work and/orresearch projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.


Environmental Technology

EnvironmentalTechnologyEnvironmental Technology 1Sustainable Energy andRenewable Building Sciences andTechnologies 3 units; 3 hours lecture

Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSUThis course is designed to prepare studentsto survey and evaluate new sustainablealternatives to current building and energyuses within their environment. A concen-tration on “Green Regenerative” Sciencesand Technologies will be emphasized.Areas of concentration will include: GreenBuilding Design and site selection, energyefficient designs and construction tech-niques, Photovoltaic (PV) systems, solarthermal systems, wind energy, fuel cells,solid waste management, water conserva-tion, and building energy rating systems.

Environmental Technology 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Environmen-tal Technology field. These experienceswill enable students to improve job skills,analyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Environmental Technology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Envi-ronmental Technology with a minimum gradeof B in each and acknowledgment by theinstructor with whom the student will work.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of EnvironmentalTechnology not covered in the regulardepartmental listings. Regular conferenceswith the instructor are coordinated withassigned Environmental Technology proj-ects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

EscrowSee Real Estate

Ethnic StudiesEthnic Studies 1Introduction to Ethnic Studies3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides a multidisciplinaryintroduction and analysis of ethnic groupsin the United States. Various theories andperspectives will be examined to bettercomprehend the effects of institutionalracism, marginalization, socio-economicand political discrimination, and ethnocen-trism on American ethnic and racialgroups.

Ethnic Studies – A.A. Degree(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

The degree in ethnic studies provides students with an interdisciplinary foundation forthe study of American ethic groups. The degree can be earned in a single ethnic subjectcategory or in the combined American cultures option. The curriculum incorporates arange of cultural, historical, political, and sociological methodologies that provide stu-dents with a theoretical framework for analysis of the contributions, role and majorissues of African Americans, Asian Americans, Chicanos, and Native Americans. Stu-dents will apply these theoretical perspectives to analyze socioeconomic and politicalfactors that confront ethnic minorities as they interact with the majority society. Com-petencies will be assessed through examinations, essays, research papers, and directedprojects.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAfrican American Studies Option:English 43, Ethnic Studies 1, History 110, 111, 183, Psychology 10; three units from: Art 9, English 44, History 122, 184, Music 13, Political Science 5, Soci-ology 104, 107Total Units: 21American Cultures Option:Ethnic Studies 1; complete 15 units from: Anthropology 6, Art 7, English 42, 43, 44, History 108, 110, 111,112, 122, Psychology 10, Sociology 107; three units from: Anthropology 2, History 154, 175, 176, 183, 184, Music 13, PoliticalScience 5, Sociology 104Total Units: 21Asian American Studies Option:English 44, Ethnic Studies 1, History 114, 175, 176, Sociology 107; three units from: Art 5A, 5B, 6, Japanese 25, Philosophy 12, Political Science 5, Sociolo-gy 104Total Units: 21Chicano Studies Option:Art 7, English 42, Ethnic Studies 1, History 112, 154, Political Science 5; three units from: English 44, History 122, Sociology 104, 107Total Units: 21Native American Studies Option:Anthropology 6, English 44, Ethnic Studies 1, History 108, Political Science 5, Sociology107; three units from: Anthropology 2, 7, 8, Art 7, Sociology 104Total Units: 21


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FashionFashion 1Career Opportunities in Fashion1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course surveys career opportunities inthe fashion industry including fashiondesign and fashion merchandising. Stu-dents will explore career choice possibili-ties in terms of their personality traits andwill study the characteristics, technologyand global inter-relationships of segmentsof the fashion industry through readings,classroom exercises and industry contacts.Students will prepare for job search includ-ing preparation of a resume, cover letterand business cards.

Fashion 2Presentation Techniquesfor Fashion1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 10ab witha minimum grade of C or equivalentRecommended Preparation: Fashion 15aband 16abCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course will assist the student in devel-oping techniques for fashion presentation.Basic concepts and techniques of applieddesign, including media presentationmethods and visual communication arestudied.

Fashion 3Fashion Introduction to Macintosh1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

The student is introduced to the basic oper-ation of the Macintosh computer. The soft-ware learned in this course will be rein-forced in Fashion design for project assign-ments.Note: Same as Nutrition and Foods 3.

Fashion 10abClothing Construction I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides the analysis andapplication of basic clothing constructiontechniques used on woven and knit gar-ments emphasizing pattern and fabricselection, seam and garment constructionand finishing. Students will be trained onthe proper use and care of the sewing andoverlock machine. Consumer decision-making is emphasized.

Fashion – A. S. Degree and Certificates ofAchievement(Industry and Technology Division)

The fashion program prepares students for employment in the field of design and pro-duction or merchandising and provides upgrade opportunities for currently employedpersonnel. Upon completing the degree or certificate requirements, students gain pro-ficiency in clothing, construction, fashion illustration, pattern making, draping, comput-er aided fashion design, and manufacturing. Students completing the requirements forthe merchandising option will also gain proficiency in presentation techniques, plan-ning, promotion, fashion coordination, advertising, and sales. Competencies will beassessed by portfolios and exhibitions of original apparel design and garments. Studentsmay expect to enter industry as a design assistant, costume technician, fashion consult-ant, stylist, entry-level pattern maker, quality control assistant, assistant merchandiser,or sales associate.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 50% of the major requirements for the Associate in Science Degree must becompleted at El Camino College.Fashion Design and Production Option: Fashion 1, 2, 4ab*, 10ab*, 14, 15ab*, 17ab*, 20, 26A, 26B, 29ab*, 35, 41, Art 10ab*(*one semester)Total Units: 32Fashion Merchandising Option: Fashion 1, 2, 4ab*, 10ab*, 15ab*, 20, 27, 28, 35, 41, 42abc*; Business 22(*one semester)Total Units: 29

Certificates of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be awarded to the student who completes the cours-es in one of the following options: Costume Technician, Fashion Design and Produc-tion, Fashion Merchandising, or FashionStylist. At least 50% of the courses required for the Certificate of Achievement must becompleted at El Camino College.Costume Technician: Fashion 10ab, 11ab, 17ab, 24abc, 31, 35, 41; Theatre 94Total Units: 21Fashion Design and Production: Fashion 1, 2, 4ab*, 10ab*, 14, 15ab*, 17ab*, 20, 26A, 26B, 29ab*, 35, 41, 95abcd (2-4units); three courses from: Fashion 11ab*, 16ab*, 24abc*, 31, 36,; Art 10ab*, 37ab* (*onesemester)Total Units: 39-42Fashion Merchandising: Fashion 1, 2, 4ab*, 10ab*, 15ab*, 20, 27, 28, 35, 41, 42abc*; Fashion 95abcd (2-4 units);Business 15, 22; two courses from: Business 12, 13, 14, 21, 27 (*one semester)Total Units: 39-42Fashion Stylist: Fashion 10ab*, 23, 31, 35, 41, 42abc*, 95abcd (2 units) (*one semester)Total Units: 18


Fashion

Fashion 11abClothing Construction II3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Fashion 10abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This course offers a study and develop-ment of contemporary garment construc-tion using advanced techniques and proce-dures. Projects include garments made of acurrently fashionable but “difficult to han-dle” fabric. Emphasis is placed on experi-mentation of the appropriate application ofvarious techniques and procedures in con-structing garments with workmanship.

Fashion 14Pattern Grading1 unit; 0.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours labPrerequisite: Fashion 26A with a minimumgrade of C or equivalent; Mathematics 40or Mathematics 43 with a minimum gradeof C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to manualgrading of patterns with reference to com-puter grading. The class will define tools,terminology and basic materials and skillsnecessary for the pattern grading process.This course covers sizing commercial andindividual patterns for a run of sizes.

Fashion 15abFashion Sketching2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Art 10ab witha minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course explores creative sketchingand illustration techniques for fashiondesign and merchandising students.Instruction includes the development ofthe fashion figure, quick sketches, cro-qui’s, and technically detailed flat apparelsketches. Students will creatively illustratefinished fashion illustrations for men,women, and children in relation to correctproportion and scale. Various art supplieswill be utilized to create cohesive grouppresentations targeted at various segmentsof the apparel industry.

Fashion 16abFashion Illustrating2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Fashion 15abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentRecommended Preparation: one semesterof Art 17ab or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students utilize and refinedrawing and rendering skills focusing onillustrations of the fashion figure using var-ious art materials. Students create a fash-ion illustration portfolio and develop pres-entation skills specific to creative fashiondesign. Topics include fashion illustrationsfor specific categories of merchandise,group or line building conceptualization,apparel workroom illustration or technicalflats, fabric rendering and fashion advertis-ing illustration for specific target markets.

Fashion 17abDecorative Textiles1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSUPrerequisite: Fashion 20 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalent experience

This course covers decorative techniquesapplied to fabrics. Techniques includemarbling, resisting, block printing, stamp-ing, image transfer, embroidery, beading,and quilting. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Fashion 20Textiles3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This introductory course covers character-istics of textiles for fashion design majors.Students are introduced to: various fibers,yarn types, fabrication, coloring, printingand finishing methods. Selection, use andcare of textiles are emphasized.

Fashion 23Fitting and Alterations2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Fashion 10abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalent Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course teaches alteration and repair ofReady-to-Wear (RTW) clothing and com-mercial patterns to conform to body con-tours by analysis of problem areas, usingsewing techniques for the dressmaker, tai-lor, or home sewer.

Fashion 24abcTailoring3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Fashion 10abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalent Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the principles and tech-niques of hand, machine and speed tailor-ing of garments commonly used by the tai-lor, costume technician and appareldesigner.

Fashion 26ABasic Design and Patternmaking3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab Prerequisite: one semester of Fashion 10abwith a minimum grade of C or concurrentenrollmentRecommended Preparation: Mathematics40 or mathematics 43; eligibility for English84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers flat pattern methods fordress and separates apparel using the basicsample size for women’s and girls’ wear.

Fashion 26BBasic Dress Design ThroughDraping Process3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of Fashion 10abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is the study of draping tech-niques to create original garment designs.The draping process is the development ofa garment through fabric manipulationdirectly on a dress form. To maintaindesign integrity, this course emphasizesthe relationship of the fabric hand, colorprint and structure so students will be ableto solve unfamiliar design problems.

Fashion 27Fashion Merchandising3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces students to the fash-ion merchandising industry and itsphilosophies. The course content includesan overview of the fashion industry andcareers in merchandising as well as plan-ning, selecting, selling, and promotingfashion merchandise. Also covered are themath principles required for merchandis-ing and tracking fashion trends.




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Fashion 28Visual Merchandising2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students are introduced tothe basic concepts, techniques, and plan-ning procedures for the visual approach toselling merchandise. Current methods ofvisual merchandising are discussed includ-ing the use of mannequins, signage, andmarketing as well as store planning andlayout.

Fashion 29abComputer PatternDesign/Patternmaking3 units; 2 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Fashion 3 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the application of com-puter pattern aided design GerberAccuMark software. Students will draftand manipulate basic blocks and garmentstyles. Students will work in teams to sim-ulate the work environment.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Fashion 31History of Costume3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the important periodsof costume design and their effects andrelationships to political, social and eco-nomic conditions of the times and howthey have influenced life style and culture.Emphasis is placed on both aesthetic andfunctional aspects of costumes and theirimportance in the evolution and inspira-tion of modern dress.

Fashion 35Applied Color Theory2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students are introduced tothe essential theories of color perceptionand applied problems involving color inter-action phenomenon, effects, and functionthat occur in fashion design. Students willuse color as a visual language to modifyspace perception and to generate an emo-tional response when applied to fashion.

Fashion 36Advanced Apparel PatternMaking and Draping Design3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Fashion 15ab, 26A and 26Bwith a minimum grade of C in prerequisiteor equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course continues the study of flat pat-tern drafting and draping methods to pro-duce apparel patterns quickly and accu-rately. For the development of designskills, students create individual projectsthat have unusual drafting angles and intri-cate draping details.

Fashion 41Fashion Analysis and Selection3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students are introduced tothe societal importance of apparel and per-sonal appearance. Emphasis is placed onsocial, psychological, cultural, and physicalclothing needs. Additional topics coveredinclude the history of fashion design, ele-ments and principles of design, wardrobeplanning, identifying quality, and clothingcare, fit, and purchasing.

Fashion 42abcFashion Show Production andPromotion3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab plus 18hours to be arrangedRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a study of the directing andcoordinating of fashion promotions, thepsychology used in the marketing of fash-ion products, the functions of the fashioncoordinator, and the techniques and proce-dures for presenting fashion. Students willevaluate advertising campaigns and partic-ipate in two promotions.

Fashion 50Special Topics in FashionUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inFashion more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Fashion 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Fashion field.These experiences will enable students toimprove job skills, analyze career opportu-nities and requirements, and comparethem to personal abilities and career expec-tations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Fashion 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inFashion with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Fashion notcovered in the regular departmental offer-ings. Regular conferences with the instruc-tor are coordinated with assigned Fashionprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.




Film/Video

Film/VideoFilm/Video 1Film Analysis and Appreciation3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students will investigate theorigins and aesthetics of cinema includingthe classic Hollywood narrative film andits alternatives. By analyzing representa-tive films as unique cultural products, thestudent will be introduced to various meth-ods of interpreting and evaluating motionpictures within their socio-political con-text.

Film/Video 3Screenplay Analysis3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this introductory course, students willanalyze the underlying story structure ofmotion pictures, short films, and televisionprograms. Through screenings, lectures,and writing exercises, students will studythe basic components of an effective, uni-fied script that connects with its intendedaudience. Special attention will be paid tothe classical Hollywood model of story-telling for developing scripts for both fic-tion and non-fiction productions.

Film/Video 4Story Development3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: English 1A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides students with aframework for developing dramatic storiesfor movies and television. Prior to writinga screenplay, students will research anddevelop an original idea for a screen story.Emphasis will be placed on developingmain theme, structure, characters, plotoutline, and on writing the treatment.

Film/Video 20Introduction to Film/VideoProduction3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This introductory course surveys basiccamera, lighting, editing, and sound tech-niques and their use in producing filmsand videos.

Film/Video 21Audio Production3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to produc-tion and postproduction sound for variousmediums including motion pictures, televi-sion, and new media. Basic techniquescommon to these mediums will be coveredincluding analog and digital recording,audio editing, sound design, and mixing.

Film/Video 22Production I3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Film/Video 20 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course explores the basic conceptsand techniques of professional film/videoproduction. Students will create films andvideos using professional single-cameraproduction methods.

Film/Video 24Production Planning3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides students with theskills needed for effectively planning pro-duction projects for various entertainmentand corporate industries. Financing, scriptdevelopment, budgeting, scheduling, andmarketing will be covered.

Film/Video 28abTelevision Production 3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a study of production princi-ples and procedures common to all televi-sion and media productions from concep-tualization to completed project. Theemphasis is on scripting, planning, direct-ing, editing, and other skills unique toaudio/video media. Budgeting, cost analy-sis, legal issues, research, and other pro-duction situations will also be examined.

Film/Video – A.A. Degree andCertificate of Achievement(Fine Arts Division)

By completing the degree or certificate requirements, students gain both theoretical andpractical knowledge in film/video production, scriptwriting, and media aesthetics. Thecurriculum prepares students for either entry-level employment in the entertainmentand telecommunications industries or for transfer to a four-year degree program. Uponcompletion of the required courses, students will be able to write, shoot, and edit shortfilms or videos and demonstrate basic skills necessary for operating various film, video,and digital production equipment. Degree and certificate competencies will be assessedregularly by evaluating student performance in producing individual and group projects.

El Camino Major RequirementsFilm/Video 1, 3, 20, 22; 11-12 units from: English 38, Film/Video 4, 21, 24, 28ab, 32ab,34ab, 36ab, 52, 53, 54abc, 95abcd (2-4 units), Photography 51Total Units: 23-24

Certificate of AchievementFilm/Video Production: A minimum of 12 units must be completed at El Camino Col-lege.Film/Video 1, 20, 22, 24, 28ab; two courses from the following: Film/Video 21, 32ab,34ab, 36abTotal Units: 21


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Film/Video 32abProduction II 3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Film/Video 22 or one semes-ter of Film 28ab with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides the intermediate-levelproduction student with practical, hands-on experience in film/video production,including planning, writing, shooting, andediting. Students will write and produce avariety of individual and group film/videoprojects.

Film/Video 34abCamera and Lighting3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Film/Video 20or Film/Video22 with a minimum grade of C Credit,degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an intermediate-level course in tra-ditional and electronic cinematographythat explores lighting design, composition,visual interpretation, and camera opera-tion.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Film/Video 36abEditing3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: noneCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an intermediate-level course thatteaches picture and sound editing skills.Advanced editing concepts such as pace,rhythm, and tempo will be exploredthrough screenings, lectures, and student-made projects. Special attention will bepaid to the role of digital technologies infilm/video postproduction. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Film/Video 50Special Topics in Television andMedia Communication Units determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inFilm/Video more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Film/Video 51Film and Popular Music inPost-World War II America3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course surveys the intersection ofpopular cinema with popular music inAmerican culture and society since WorldWar II. It focuses on the historical, aes-thetic, social-political, economic, and tech-nological developments that have shapedthe evolution of both popular music andfilm. Emphasis is placed on how these artforms reflect and impact the cultural andsocial issues of their times.

Film/Video 52Film, Culture, and Technology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Film/Video 1Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys technological innova-tions in film/video production, distribu-tion, and exhibition and their impact onthe entertainment industries and society asa whole. Special emphasis is placed on theeconomic, social, and political issues raisedby technological innovation and the waysnew digital and interactive media haveboth embraced and altered the “old”media. Screening of films that employnew technology or develop technologyrelated themes are also included.

Film/Video 53American Independent Cinema3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Film/Video 1Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the socio-economic,political, and artistic forces that led to therise of American Independent Cinema.Emphasis will be placed on studying filmmakers, such as D.W. Griffith, Roger Cor-man, Robert Redford, David Lynch, SpikeLee, and Quentin Tarantino, who pio-neered producing movies outside of thetraditional Hollywood system.

Film/Video 54abcRegional Cinemas3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course will survey major films andfilmmakers from one or more regions,such as Italy or India, or from a geograph-ic area such as Africa or Latin America. Byanalyzing representative films as uniquecultural products, the student will be intro-duced to various methods of interpretingand evaluating a particular region’s indige-nous cinema within its socio-political con-text. Emphasis is placed on studying filmsand directors whose stylistic and thematictrends have been affected by significantcultural events. As the content changeseach semester, this course is repeatable forcredit.

Film/Video 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Film/Videofield. These experiences will enable stu-dents to improve job skills, analyze careeropportunities and requirements, and com-pare them to personal abilities and careerexpectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Film/Video 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inFilm/Video with a minimum grade of B ineach and acknowledgements by the instruc-tor with whom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Film/Video notcovered in the regular departmental offer-ings. Regular conferences with the instruc-tor are coordinated with assignedfilm/video projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.




Fire and Emergency Technology

Fire and EmergencyTechnologyFire and Emergency Technology 1Fire Protection Organization3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: English 84 oreligibility for English 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an introduction to fireprotection; career opportunities in fire pro-tection, and related fields; philosophy andhistory of fire protection; fire loss analysis;organization and function of public andprivate fire protection services; fire depart-ments as part of local government; lawsand regulations affecting the fire service;fire service nomenclature; specific fire pro-tection functions; basic fire chemistry andphysics; introduction to fire protection sys-tems; and introduction to fire strategy andtactics.

Fire and Emergency Technology 2Fire Prevention Technology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 1 or Fire and EmergencyTechnology 15 or equivalent; English 84 oreligibility for English 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides fundamental infor-mation regarding the history and philoso-phy of fire prevention; organization andoperation of a fire prevention bureau; useof fire codes; identification and correctionof fire hazards; and the relationship of fireprevention with fire safety education anddetection and suppression systems.

Fire and Emergency Technology 4Fire Company Organization andManagement3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 1 or Fire and EmergencyTechnology 15 or equivalent; English 84 oreligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to review firedepartment organization and offer instruc-tion in the organization, management andsupervision of fire companies. Areas ofdiscussion include the relationship of thecompany officer to the organizationalstructure as well as responsibilities relatedto personnel supervision, evaluation, disci-pline and training, communication, fireapparatus and equipment, maintenance,fire prevention, incident response andcommand, strategy and tactics, andrecords and reports.

Fire and Emergency Technology 5Fire Behavior and Combustion3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 1 or Fire and EmergencyTechnology 15 or equivalent; English 84 oreligibility for English 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course discusses the theory and fun-damentals of how and why fires start,spread, and are controlled, as well as an in-depth study of fire chemistry and physics,fire characteristics of materials, extinguish-ing agents and fire control techniques.

Fire and Emergency Technology 6 Building Construction forFire Protection3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 1 or Fire and EmergencyTechnology 15 or equivalent; English 84 oreligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is the study of the componentsof building construction that relate to firesafety. The elements of construction anddesign of structures are shown to be keyfactors when inspecting buildings, pre-planning fire operations, and operating atfires. The development and evolution ofbuilding and fire codes will be studied inrelationship to past fires in residential,commercial, and industrial occupancies.

Fire and Emergency Technology – A.S. Degree and Certificates of Achievement(Industry and Technology Division)

The fire and emergency technology program prepares students for entry-level employ-ment and job upgrades in fire services and emergency medical fields. By completing thedegree or certificate requirements, students will gain the ability to apply the principlesof fire combat, fire protection organization, fire prevention, fire behavior, and buildingconstruction. Students will also gain proficiency in emergency medical assistance and inthe handling of hazardous materials and emergency vehicles and apparatus. Competen-cies will be assessed regularly in compliance with the California State Firefighter I Stan-dards and with the Los Angeles County certification process for emergency medicaltechnicians and paramedics.Note: Since employment as a fire fighter requires passing stringent physical and agilityexams, persons considering such a career should ascertain that they meet those require-ments.

El Camino College Major RequirementsFire and Emergency Technology Option: Fire and Emergency Technology 1, 2, 5, 6, 9,10, 20, 140, 141Recommended Electives: Fire and Emergency Technology 4, 7, 8, 11,14, PhysicalEducation 280Total Units: 26Paramedical Technician Option: In order to be eligible for the Paramedical TechnicianOption, the student must first complete the following requirements:1. Provide verification of Emergency Medical Technician-1 (EMT-1) certification with-in the last 12 months;

2. Provide verification of at least 6 months experience as an EMT-1 in a pre-hospitalsetting;

3. Complete Fire Technology 15 or equivalent; and4. Pass a medical examination according to the National Fire Protection Association(NFPA) Standard #1582;

5. Furnish proof of rubella immunity; Tuberculosis (TB) test; Hepatitis B vaccine. Inaddition to the program prerequisites, it is recommended that students be eligible,through assessment or coursework, for English 1A and Mathematics 80.

Required Courses (after meeting above requirement): Fire and Emergency Technology130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139Recommended Electives: Anatomy 30 and any college chemistry course with a laboratoryTotal Units: 33



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Fire and Emergency Technology 7Fire Protection Engineering3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 1 or Fire and EmergencyTechnology 15 or equivalent; English 84 oreligibility for English 1A; Mathematics 40or 33Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course in fire protection engineeringintroduces hydraulic laws as applied to fireprotection; the application of fire protec-tion engineering; the calculation of fireprotection demands in buildings; and theapplication of building components andapproved fire protection systems.

Fire and Emergency Technology 8Fire Service Hydraulics3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 1 or Fire and EmergencyTechnology 15 or equivalent; English 84 oreligibility for English 1A; Mathematics 40or 33Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the theory and practicalapplication of the laws of water hydraulicsused in the fire service. Included in thecourse are calculations for friction loss andflow in fire hoses, fire engine pump opera-tions, and the general study of fluids at restand in motion.

Fire and Emergency Technology 9Apparatus and Equipment3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 1 or Fire and EmergencyTechnology 15 or equivalent; English 84 oreligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a study of fire apparatusdesign and use, including mobile and fixedapparatus. It includes a review of construc-tion specifications and performance capa-bilities as well as effective deployment, uti-lization, and performance of equipmentunder emergency conditions.

Fire and Emergency Technology 10Hazardous Materials3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 1 or Fire and EmergencyTechnology 15 or equivalent; Fire andEmergency Technology 14 or equivalent;English 84 or eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a study of fire fighting prac-tices related to hazardous chemicals andtheir physical properties, uses in industry,and characteristics when involved in spills,fires, and accidents. It includes basic infor-mation regarding health effects and treat-ment as well as fire department protocolsand responsibilities.

Fire and Emergency Technology 11Arson Detection and Control3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 1 or Fire and EmergencyTechnology 15 or equivalent; English 84 oreligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a study of prevention, detec-tion, and control of arson fires. It includesarson motives, fire investigation, and law-ful search, identification, collection,seizure, and preservation of evidence.

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Certificates of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses in the Fireand Emergency Technology option, Fire Academy option, or Paramedical Technicianoption. At least 50% of the courses required for the Certificate of Achievement must becompleted at El Camino College.Fire and Emergency Technology: Fire and Emergency Technology 1, 2, 5, 6, 9, 10, 20,140, 141Total Units: 26Fire Academy: Fire and Emergency Technology 1, 140, 141; Fire and Emergency Tech-nology 15 or 115A and 115B; three units from: Fire and Emergency Technology 2, 5, 6,7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 19, 20In addition to the course requirements, students must complete the CPAT or FPAT(Physical Agility Test).Total Units: 23Paramedical Technician: In order to be eligible for the Paramedical Technician Option,the student must first complete the following requirements:1. Provide verification of Emergency Medical Technician-1 (EMT-1) certificationwithin the last 12 months;

2. Provide verification of at least 6 months experience as an EMT-1 in a pre-hospitalsetting;

3. Complete Fire Technology 15 or equivalent; and4. Pass a medical examination according to the National Fire Prevention Association(NFPA) Standard #1582;

5. Furnish proof of rubella immunity; Tuberculosis (TB) test; Hepatitis B vaccine. Inaddition to the program prerequisites, it is recommended that students be eligible,through assessment or coursework, for English 1A and Mathematics 80.

Required Courses (after meeting above requirements): Fire and Emergency Technolo-gy 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139Recommended Electives: Anatomy 30 and any college chemistry course witha laboratoryTotal Units: 33

Preparation for the Transfer MajorFor information of specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer cur-riculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor, orvisit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help you ful-fill your associate degree requirements.





Fire and Emergency Technology 14Applied Science for Fire Protection3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire andEmergency Technology 1 or Fire and Emer-gency Technology 15 or equivalent; Techni-cal Mathematics 1 or equivalent; English84 or eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to matter,forces and motions, and the mechanics ofliquids and gases, as they relate to firetechnology.

Fire and Emergency Technology 15Fire Academy14.5 units; 20 hours lecture, 20 hours lab(10 weeks course)10 hours lecture, 10 hours lab (20 weeks course)Prerequisite: 1. Fire and Emergency Technology 1 with aminimum grade of C or equivalent;2. Fire and Emergency Technology 140 and141 (Emergency Medical Training) with aminimum grade of B in each or equivalentor possession of valid certification as anEmergency Medical Technician;3. Fire Fighter Physical Agility Test (FPATor CPAT)4. Pass a physical examination according tothe National Fire Protection Association(NFPA) Standard #1582;5. Possess a valid California Driver’sLicenseCredit, degree applicable

This class is designed for the student whowishes to prepare for entry level positionsas a firefighter and become certified as aFire Fighter 1 as specified by the CaliforniaState Fire Marshal’s Office. The studentwill participate in a 400-hour course ofinstruction emphasizing basic fire fightingskills such as methods of fire extinguish-ment, principles of ventilation, techniquesof physical rescue, fire behavior, buildingconstruction, fire apparatus and fire equip-ment maintenance.Note: Students must apply through the Industryand Technology Division Office. Once accept-ance into the academy has been verified, collegeregistration will take place at the first class meet-ing.

Fire and Emergency Technology 19Fire Service Entrance Preparation3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 1; English A and Mathe-matics 40 or 33Credit, degree applicable

This course will explore all aspects of com-monly used hiring procedures in the fieldof fire service. Fire service diagnostic testswill be used to identify any weakness infire service entry-level skills. Students willresearch hiring practices, take practicewritten examinations, participate in mockoral board examinations, and receiveinstruction which will enhance their firetechnology career opportunities.

Fire and Emergency Technology 20Fire Protection Equipment andSystems3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 or English ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course addresses the features ofdesign and operation of fire detection andalarm systems, heat and smoke control sys-tems, special protection and sprinkler sys-tems, water supply for fire protection andportable fire extinguishers.

Fire and Emergency Technology 50Special Topics in Fire andEmergency TechnologyUnits determined by individual course;lecture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inFire and Emergency Technology more spe-cific than provided in other courses in theregular departmental curriculum. Studentsare referred to the current schedule ofclasses for details of specific courses.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 60AHazardous Materials2 units; 40 hours lecture (one week course)Recommended Preparation: 1 year of highschool or college chemistry Credit, degree applicable

This course is an introduction to the chem-ical and physical properties of variouschemicals and the hazards associated witheach. The course is designed to meet theneeds of Hazardous Materials ResponseTeam members and fire prevention per-sonnel. Students successfully completingthis course receive Hazardous MaterialsTechnician 1A certification.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 60BHazardous Materials, AppliedChemistry1 units; 40 hours lecture (one week course) Recommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 60ACredit, degree applicable

This course emphasizes the identificationof hazardous materials for first respondersand prevention officers. The courseincludes basic chemistry terminology,transportation regulations, toxicology ofhazardous materials, detection and moni-toring equipment and risk assessment.Students successfully completing thiscourse receive Hazardous Materials Tech-nician 1B certification.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 60CHazardous Materials, IncidentOrganization1 units; 40 hours lecture (one week course)Recommended Preparation: Fire andEmergency Technology 60BCredit, degree applicable

This course emphasizes command con-cepts associated with hazardous materialsresponse activities for first responders andprevention officers. Topics include meth-ods of accessing information about haz-ardous materials, meteorological consider-ations influencing response activities, pro-tective action consideration, respiratoryequipment, chemical protective equip-ment, site safety and contingency planningconcepts. Students successfully completingthis course receive Hazardous MaterialsTechnician 1C certification.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 60DHazardous Materials, TacticalField Operations1 units; 40 hours lecture (one week course)Recommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 60C Credit, degree applicable

This course emphasizes the techniquesused by first responders and preventionofficers to control leaks and spills fromhazardous materials containers. Topicsinclude care and proper use of chemicalprotective clothing, defensive, offensiveand nonintervention control methods,decontamination procedures, preservationof evidence, reports and supporting docu-mentation required at hazardous materialsincidents. Student successfully completingthe course receive Hazardous MaterialsTechnician 1D certification.




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Fire and EmergencyTechnology 60FSpecial HAZMAT MitigationTechniques1 unit; 10 hours lecture, 30 hours lab(one week course)Recommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 60DCredit, degree applicable

This course provides an overview of equip-ment and methods used to mitigate a haz-ardous materials emergency. The studentwill be exposed to various types of moni-toring equipment, chemical protectiveclothing, incident operations, railroad andhighway tank car, and field scenarios. Stu-dents successfully completing this coursewill receive California State Fire MarshallHazardous Materials Technician 1F certifi-cation.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 60GHAZMAT Field Operations1 unit; 10 hours lecture, 30 hours lab(one week course)Recommended Preparation: Fire and Emer-gency Technology 60FCredit, degree applicable

This course emphasizes mitigation tech-niques of hazardous materials emergenciesin field settings. The student will participateas a member of a hazardous materialsresponse team and will don chemical protec-tive clothing and enter simulated hazardousenvironments. The majority of the course isdevoted to hands-on training with tools andequipment used in hazardous materialsabatement procedures. Students successful-ly competing this course will receive Califor-nia State Fire Marshall Hazardous MaterialsTechnician 1G certification.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Fire andEmergency Technology field. These expe-riences will enable students to improve jobskills, analyze career opportunities andrequirements, and compare them to per-sonal abilities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Fireand Emergency Technology with a mini-mum grade of B in each and acknowledg-ment by instructor with whom the studentwill workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Fire and Emer-gency Technology not covered in the regu-lar departmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned Fire and Emergency Tech-nology projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 115AFire Academy I7.5 units; 6 hours lecture, 5 hours labPrerequisite:1. Fire and Emergency Technology 1 with aminimum grade of C or equivalent;2. Fire and Emergency Technology 140 and141 (Emergency Medical Training) with aminimum grade of C in each or equivalentor possession of valid certification as anEmergency Medical Technician;3. Physical Education 8 or pass the Candi-date Physical Agility Test (CPAT) or BiddlePhysical Agility TestEnrollment Limitation:1. Pass a physical examination according tothe National Fire Protection Association(NFPA) Standard #1582;2. Possess a valid California driver’s licenseCredit, degree applicable

This is the first course of a two-coursesequence for the student who wishes toprepare for entry level positions as a fire-fighter and become certified as a FireFighter 1 as specified by the CaliforniaState Fire Marshal’s office. Emphasis isplaced on physical fitness, fire companyorganization, fire protective equipment,fire behavior, basic fire fighting skills,building construction, fire apparatus, andfire equipment maintenance.Note: The two-course sequence of Fire andEmergency Technology 115A and 115B is thesame as Fire and Emergency Technology 15.Students must apply through the Compton Com-munity Education Center Office of VocationalTechnology. Once acceptance into the academyhas been verified, college registration will takeplace at the first class meeting.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 115BFire Academy II7 units; 5 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Fire and Emergency Technol-ogy 115A with a minimum grade of C orequivalentEnrollment Limitation:1. Pass a physical examination according tothe NationalFire Protection Association (NFPA) Stan-dard #1582;2. Possess a valid California driver’s licenseCredit, degree applicable

This is the second course of a two-coursesequence for the student who wishes toprepare for entry level positions as a fire-fighter and become certified as a FireFighter 1 as specified by the CaliforniaState Fire Marshal’s office. Emphasis isplaced on fire behavior, basic fire fightingskills, structure fires, ventilation, vehiclefires, wildland fires, search and rescueoperations, rappelling, fire apparatus, andfire equipment operation.Note: The two-course sequence of Fire andEmergency Technology 115A and 115B is thesame as Fire and Emergency Technology 15.Students must apply through the Compton Com-munity Education Center Office of VocationalTechnology. Once acceptance into the academyhas been verified, college registration will takeplace at the first class meeting.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 128Paramedic Preparation Course3 units; 16 hours lecture (4 weeks course)Recommended Preparation: six monthsexperience as an Emergency Medical Tech-nician (EMT) or equivalentCredit, degree applicable

Transfer CSUThis is a preparatory coursedesigned to increase the success of candi-dates for paramedic training. The topicscovered in the course include: medical ter-minology, anatomy, respiratory system,cardiovascular system, nervous system,pharmacology, electrophysiology and thepathophysiology of shock. Case studiesand patient simulations will be utilized toreinforce learning.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 130Basic Prehospital Care Principles2 units; 3 hours lecture (13 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: admission to Para-medical Technician ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course provides an introduction tomedical terminology, along with a reviewof surface anatomy and physiology. Thecourse presents an overview of the humannervous system, cardiovascular system,and respiratory system. Aseptic techniqueswill be described and demonstrated.



Fire and EmergencyTechnology 131Field Assessing and Reporting1.5 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab (13 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: admission to Para-medical Technician ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course covers assessment techniquesused in a non-hospital/non-clinical setting.The necessity of obtaining complete andaccurate vital signs is stressed. Traumaassessment is discussed and demonstrated.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 132Prehospital Care Pharmacology1.5 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab (13 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: admission to Para-medical Technician ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course provides an introduction to thestudy of drugs and their ongoing natureand effect on living tissue. A study of thevarious drugs that are available to the pre-hospital care technician is presented alongwith medication administration tech-niques. An introduction to intravenous (IV)therapy and drug therapy is covered.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 133Basic and Advanced Life Support6.5 units; 9 hours lecture (13 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: admission to Para-medical Technician ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course provides students with areview of cardiopulmonary resuscitation(CPR) techniques and sophisticated formsof airway management. The course pres-ents an introduction and interpretation ofelectrocardiogram (EKG) rhythms with theuse of an oscilloscope. Drugs used in car-diac arrest situations are discussed. Simula-tion exercises are conducted throughoutthe course.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 134Medical Emergencies4 units; 6 hours lecture, 1 hour lab (13 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: admission to Para-medical Technician ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course covers a variety of medicalemergencies that a paramedic is most like-ly to encounter. Topics presented include,but are not limited to communicable dis-eases, chest pain, drug abuse/poisonings,diabetes, neurological complications, andrespiratory distress.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 135Traumatic Emergencies2 units; 3 hours lecture (13 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: admission to Para-medical Technician ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course covers the causes and treat-ment of bodily injuries due to trauma.Topics include maxillofacial and soft tissueinjuries, burns, head, spinal, chest andabdominal wounds, emergency childbirthand multi-casualty incidents.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 136Special Patient Emergencies2 units; 3 hours lecture (13 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: admission to Para-medical Technician ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course focuses on emergencies whichinvolve unresponsive patients, pediatricsto geriatrics, and methods for resuscitatingthese victims. Discussions include obstetri-cal and behavioral problems as well as cir-cumstances surrounding paramedic criticalincident stress.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 137Emergency Medical Services(EMS)/Legal Aspects/Documentation2 units; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab (13 weeks course)Enrollment Limitation: admission to Para-medical Technician ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course covers the laws and legalauthority which govern the scope of prac-tice for the paramedic. Also discussed aredocumentation techniques, paramedicreport writing and skills competency test-ing.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 138Paramedic Clinical Internship3 units; 40 hours lab per week(4 weeks course)Prerequisite: Fire and Emergency Technol-ogy 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136 and137 with a minimum grade of C in eachprerequisite courseEnrollment Limitation: admission to Para-medical Technician ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course provides the student with anopportunity to apply knowledge and skillslearned in the preceding courses to patientcare. The emphasis of the course is toincrease the student’s assessment and diag-nostic skills in a clinical setting.Note: Pass/no pass only.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 139Paramedic Field Internship8.5 units; 60 hours lab per week(8 weeks course)Prerequisite: Fire and Emergency Technol-ogy 138 with a minimum grade of CEnrollment Limitation: admission to Para-medical Technician ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course provides an in-depth opportu-nity for the student to apply the skills andtechniques that are necessary for a para-medic. The student will complete a fieldinternship in a designated mobile intensivecare unit under the supervision and evalu-ation of a certified paramedic or mobileintensive care nurse.Note: Pass/no pass only.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 140Emergency Medical Technician4 units; 4 hours lectureCorequisite: enrollment in Fire and Emer-gency Technology 141Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will study the basicskills necessary for the assessment, rescue,immediate treatment, and transport of theurgently ill or injured persons. Coursecontent emphasizes identifying and cor-recting life-threatening conditions, identi-fying appropriate rescue techniques, anddeveloping a systematic approach for pro-viding pre-hospital care.Note: Students must show proof of current certi-fication in Health Care Provider CPR or Profes-sional Rescuer CPR from the American HeartAssociation or the American Red Cross at thefirst class meeting. Completion of this courseand Fire and Emergency Technology 141, bothwith a grade of B or above, will make the studenteligible to take the National Registry EMTexam.Note: This course is repeatable.




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Fire and EmergencyTechnology 141Emergency Medical TechnicianLaboratory1 unit; 3 hours labCorequisite: enrollment in Fire and Emer-gency Technology 140Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will develop andpractice basic skills necessary for theassessment, rescue, immediate treatment,and transport of the urgently ill or injuredpersons. Course content emphasizes iden-tifying and correcting life-threatening con-ditions, applying appropriate rescue tech-niques, and developing a systematicapproach for providing pre-hospital care.Work outside of class includes ten hours ofservice in a prescribed hospital emergencyroom, and twelve hours of service on anactive ambulance.Note: Students must show proof of current certi-fication in Health Care Provider CPR or Profes-sional Rescuer CPR from the American HeartAssociation or American Red Cross at the firstclass meeting. Once enrolled, students mustundergo a criminal background check to qualifyfor the required out-of-class activities. Comple-tion of this course and Fire and Emergency Tech-nology 140, both with a grade of B or above, willmake the student eligible to take the NationalRegistry EMT exam.Note: This course is repeatable.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 142abcdBasic Emergency MedicalTechnician Recertification1.5 units; 1.5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Fire and Emergency Technolo-gy 140 and 141 with a minimum grade of Cin prerequisite or equivalent course worktaken within the past 3 years.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is a refresher course for those in needof recertification as a basic EmergencyMedical Technician (EMT). This course isdesigned to present the student with updat-ed and new technology in the areas ofemergency pre-hospital care.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 150Firefighter In-Service Training2 units; 1 hour lecture to be arranged, 4hours lab to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: current employmentas a paid, volunteer or auxiliary firefighterCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course will acquaint fire service per-sonnel with current changes in contempo-rary fire fighting techniques. Major topicsinclude fire service appliances, fire chem-istry, automatic fire extinguishers andagents. Additional topics include fire pre-vention and enforcement, arson investiga-tion, public safety, hazardous materialscontrol and enforcement, communication,and emergency medical techniques.Note: This course is repeatable.

Fire and EmergencyTechnology 152Flashover Survival Training1 unit; 18 hours lecture (one week course)Enrollment Limitation: current employmentas a paid, volunteer or auxiliary firefighterCredit, not degree applicable

This course is designed to provide studentswith the skills necessary to survive fireflashover and low pressure smoke explo-sion, also known as a backdraft. Studentslearn to recognize the incipient stages offire development, survival techniques, andcombat techniques that delay flashover.Each student will participate in live exer-cises simulating flashover in a Swede Sur-vival Flashover Container.Note: Pass/no pass only.Note: This course is repeatable.

First AidFirst Aid 1First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and BasicEmergency Care3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course follows the American RedCross Certification Program for First Aid,Basic Life Support (infant, child, adult andtwo person CPR), and Automated ExternalDefibrillation (AED). The course contentincludes an emphasis on prevention ofinjuries, safety education, and skills neces-sary to sustain life in the event of traumaor sudden illness. Demonstration of skillproficiency and passing written examswith 80% or better will qualify students forcertification in American Red Cross FirstAid, Community CPR, and ProfessionalRescuer CPR.


French

FrenchFrench 1Elementary French I4 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to speak-ing, listening, reading and writing linguisti-cally appropriate French. Students are alsointroduced to the cultural background ofthe language, including the relationshipsamong cultural practices and perspectivesand general aspects of everyday life. Tech-nological support may include videos,DVDs, audio CDs, and Internet access topublishers' websites for tutoring and othersupport.Note: This course is comparable to two years ofhigh school French.

French 2Elementary French II4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: French 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course, taught within the context ofFrench culture, is a continuation of thestudy of elementary French with anemphasis on listening, speaking, readingand writing. Students improve their pro-nunciation and speaking skills along withtheir understanding of spoken French.Computer programs and audio and videotapes are available to reinforce the lan-guage skills acquired in the classroom.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to two years of high school French.Note: This course parallels French 150, USC.

French 3Intermediate French I4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: French 2 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This intermediate course, taught withinthe context of French culture, emphasizesthe study of the essentials of French gram-mar and the fundamentals of formalFrench composition. Through oral andwritten practice, students expand theirFrench vocabulary and use of idiomaticexpressions. Students read materials ofrepresentative French authors.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to three years of high school French.

French 4Intermediate French II4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: French 3 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course, taught within the context ofFrench culture, is a continuation of thestudy of essential French grammar and for-mal composition. Through oral and writtenpractice, students further expand theirFrench vocabulary and use of idiomaticexpressions. Students read materials ofrepresentative French authors and partici-pate in daily conversations.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to four years of high school French.

French 5Advanced French I3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: French 4 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This advanced course, taught within thecontext of French culture, is a survey of lit-erature written by French writers. Stu-dents read and summarize the works ofrepresentative French writers to acquirefluency in the language. Written French,with an emphasis on vocabulary buildingand functional grammar, is also included.

French – A.A. Degree(Humanities Division)

By completing the degree requirements, the student will acquire proficiency in speak-ing, reading, writing, and understanding French and will gain knowledge of Frenchand Francophone cultures. The student will be able to communicate in French, writeformal compositions, and read the texts of French and Francophone authors, all at theintermediate-mid level of competency. Competencies will be assessed throughout thelanguage sequence with written and oral exams. This major provides career opportuni-ties where knowledge of French is useful and prepares students for continued advancedlearning of French.

The student who has completed two or more years of French in high school will havethe opportunity to enroll with advanced standing and to complete semesters 5 and/or 6at El Camino College. It is recommended that language majors enroll in conversationclasses.

El Camino College Major RequirementsFrench 1, 2, 3, 4; French 21ab and French 22ab or one course from: Art 3, 4, English15A, 15B, 35, 36, History 140, 141Total Units: 19-20

Preparation for the Transfer MajorFor information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer cur-riculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor, orvisit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help yourfulfill your associate degree requirements.






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French 6 Advanced French II3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: French 4 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This advanced course, taught within thecontext of French culture, introduces stu-dents to French literary criticism. Studentslearn how to write critically about theworks of representative French writers toacquire fluency in the language. WrittenFrench, with an emphasis on vocabularybuilding and functional grammar, is alsoincluded.

French 21abBeginning Conversational French2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: French 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to help studentsdevelop competency in French oral expres-sion, oral comprehension, pronunciation,and conversational strategies.

French 22abIntermediate ConversationalFrench2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: French 2, French 21ab with aminimum grade of C in prerequisite orequivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for the intermedi-ate student to develop French language flu-ency in oral expression, increase oral com-prehension, and improve pronunciation.Conversational topics are based upon thedaily experiences and cultural life of theethnic areas involved with the French lan-guage.

French 24Introduction to French andFrancophone Cultures3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an introduction to thecultural aspects of the French languagethrough a study of French and Francopho-ne culture, geography, social institutions,literature, art, architecture, and music.Topics include a comparison of French andother Western languages and cultures.

French 50Special Topics in FrenchUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inFrench more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

French 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two French courseswith a minimum grade of B in each andacknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of French educa-tion not covered in the regular departmen-tal offerings. Regular conferences with theinstructor are coordinated with assignedFrench education projects (60 hours perunit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

General Science – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The general science program provides students the opportunity to investigate diversemethods of inquiry by experiencing courses from a cross section of science disciplines.Students will develop critical thinking skills, learn to communicate effectively in writ-ing, and acquire an understanding of major scientific concepts. Through course options,students will use mathematical concepts to solve problems and employ methods of sci-entific inquiry to understand the world around them. Completion of the degree require-ments will prepare students with the skills and resources needed to facilitate academicand career decisions. Competencies will be assessed through regularly scheduled theo-ry and laboratory examinations.

El Camino College Major RequirementsOne of the following two-semester sequences: Biology 101-102, Chemistry 1A-1B,Chemistry 21A-21B, Physics 1A-1B, Physics 1A-1C, Physics 2A-2B, Physics 3A-3B; anadditional 10-13 units from the following courses to reach a total of 20 units: at least onePhysical Science course: Astronomy 20, 25, 12, Chemistry 1A, 1B, 4, 21A, 21B, Geolo-gy 1, 2, 3, 4, 15; at least one Biological Science course: Anatomy 32, Biology 8, 10, 11,12, 16, 17, 18, 101, 102, Microbiology 33, Physiology 31


General Studies

General Studies – A.A. Degree(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

The Associate Degree in General Studies provides students with the opportunity toexplore diverse methods of inquiry by selecting courses from a cross section of disci-plines in an “area of emphasis.” Students will develop critical thinking skills, learn tocommunicate effectively in writing, acquire an understanding of major concepts to solveproblems, and employ methods of scientific inquiry to understand the world aroundthem. Completion of the degree requirements will provide students with the skills andresources needed to make informed academic and career-related decisions.

Completion of the General Studies degree does not guarantee acceptance into a four-yearuniversity. Students planning to transfer to a CSU or UC should follow the CSU GEBreadth or IGETC pattern and complete transferable coursework that relates to themajor at the CSU or UC campus. For further information and course selection, pleaseconsult with an academic counselor.

El Camino College Major RequirementsA. General Education: choose one of the following patterns1. AA General Education Requirements (minimum of 24 units and the math compe-tency)

2. CSU GE Breadth (39 units) - This general education pattern will fulfill lower-divi-sion general education requirements at the CSU campuses.

3. IGETC (34 units) - This general education pattern will fulfill lowerdivision require-ments at the CSU, UC and some private colleges and universities.

B. Area of Emphasis: 1. A minimum of 18 units are required in one Area of Emphasis listed below. 2. A minimum of one course from two different disciplines is required in the emphasis. 3. The courses selected in the emphasis may also be used to fulfill general educationareas on the Associate Degree, CSU GE Breadth, or IGETC.

C. Electives:Elective units may be necessary to obtain the 60 degree applicable units that arerequired for the Associate Degree.

1. Arts and Humanities: These courses emphasize the appreciation of arts and human-ities through cultural activities and artistic expression of human beings. Students willevaluate and interpret the ways in which people through the ages in different cultureshave responded to themselves and the world around them in artistic and cultural cre-ation. Students interested in transferring to a four-year university will have a basic foun-dation for further studies in areas such as arts, history, communications, English, foreignlanguage, film studies, literature, history, journalism, or philosophy. This emphasis maybe useful for students interested in possible career paths in fine arts, education, admin-istration, or public service.

Select 18 units with at least one course in Arts and one course in Humanities.Arts: Architecture 104; Art 1, 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 9, 108, 150; Dance 1, 3, 5; Film/Video 1, 3; Music 1, 11, 12, 13, 15A, 15B; Theatre 1, 4, 8Humanities: Sign Language/Interpreter Training 15, 16, 17A, 17B; English 1B, 1C, 10, 12, 15A, 15B, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24A, 25A, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31,32abc, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38, 39, 40A, 40B, 41A, 41B, 42, 43, 44, 46, 47; Film/Video 52, 53, 54abc; History 101, 102, 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 122, 128, 129, 140, 141, 143, 145, 154,162, 163, 165, 175, 176, 177, 183, 184; History of Science 11; Humanities 1; Journalism 1, 12;



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General Studies(continued from previous page)Languages:Chinese 1, 2, 24; Italian 1, 2, 24; Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4, 25; French 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 24, 35;German 1, 2, 3; Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 24, 52A, 52B; Philosophy 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, 23; Communication Studies 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 12, 14

2. Fine and Applied Arts: These courses will emphasize the nature of artistic activi-ties and expression of art through analysis, examination, performance, and technicaldevelopment. Students will incorporate techniques, engage in performance, and learnto value aesthetic understanding and integrate these concepts when constructing valuejudgments. Students transferring to a four-year university will have a basic foundationfor further studies in areas such as architecture, art, digital media, creative writing,dance, film, music, performing arts, photography, studio art, or theatre arts. Thisemphasis may be useful for students interested in possible career paths in design,graphic arts, visual arts, photography, stage technician, musician, education, television,journalism, or acting.

Select 18 units from at least two disciplines.Architecture, 104, 150A, 150B, 199ab; Art 1, 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 9, 10ab, 11abcd, 17ab, 18abcd, 19ab, 22ab, 23abcd, 31abcd,37ab, 41ab, 61ab, 81ab, 82abcd, 141abcd, 142abcd, 143abcd; Dance 1, 3, 5, 22ab, 23abcd, 32ab, 33abcd, 42ab, 43abcd; English 24A, 24B, 25A, 32abc, 38; Film/Video 1, 3, 4, 20, 21, 22, 32ab, 52, 53, 54abc; Music 1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 3C, 7, 8A, 8B, 11, 12, 13, 15A, 15B, 18ab, 19abcd, 23abcd,31A, 31B, 31C, 31D; Photography 1, 2, 51, 150;Theatre 1, 4, 8, 14A, 14B, 30, 84, 88, 90, 94

3. Culture and Communication: These courses will emphasize the study of commu-nication, culture, and the skills needed to communicate effectively in oral, written, orvisual forms. Students transferring to a four-year university will have a basic founda-tion for further studies in communication studies, media studies, journalism, English,or modern languages. This emphasis may be useful for students interested in possiblecareer paths in broadcasting, public relations, advertising, journalism, interpreter, pho-tography, technical writing, or radio and television.

Select 18 units from at least two disciplines.Anthropology 4; Art 143abcd; English 1B, 1C, 10, 12, 15A, 15B, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24A, 24B, 25A, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30,31, 32abc, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38, 39, 40A, 40B, 41A, 41B, 42, 43, 44, 46, 47; Film/Video 20, 22, 24, 28ab, 32ab, 52, 53, 54abc; Journalism 1, 12;Library Information Science 1, 10; Photography 1, 11ab, 51; Languages: Sign Language/Interpreter Training 15, 16, 17A, 17B; Chinese 1, 2, 24; Italian 1, 2, 24; Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4, 25; French 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 24, 35; German 1, 2, 3,; Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 24, 52A, 52B; Communication Studies 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 12, 14



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4. Social and Behavioral Sciences: These courses emphasize an appreciation andunderstanding of how members of diverse societies operate or have operated as individ-uals and social groups. Courses in the social and behavioral sciences will help studentsto develop an awareness of methods of inquiry and stimulate critical thinking about theways in which people act and interact within social and cultural contexts. Students willstudy the perspectives, concepts, principles, theories, and methodologies of disciplineswithin social and behavioral sciences. Students transferring to a four-year universitywill have a basic foundation for further studies in areas such as American studies,anthropology, criminal justice, child development, economics, geography, history, polit-ical science, psychology, or sociology. This emphasis may be useful for students inter-ested in possible career paths in education, history, social work, public administration,public service agencies, library science, economics, or social policy.

Select 18 units from at least two disciplines.Administration of Justice 100, 103, 107, 111, 115; American Studies 7; Anthropology 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11; Child Development 103, 104; Economics 1, 2, 5; Education 201; Geography (excluding physical geography) 2, 5, 7; History 101, 102, 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 122, 128, 129, 140, 141, 143, 145, 154,162, 163, 165, 175, 176, 183, 184; History of Science 11; Political Science 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10; Psychology 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9A, 9B, 10, 12, 15, 16, 21, 22 (same as Physical Education 275); Sociology 101, 102, 104, 107, 109, 110, 112

5. Biological and Physical Sciences: These courses emphasize the physical universe,its life forms, and its natural phenomena. Courses in the sciences will help studentsdevelop an understanding of the scientific method and the relationship between scienceand other human activities. Students transferring to a four-year university will a basicfoundation for further studies in areas such as biology (biochemistry, biophysics, molec-ular and cell biology, marine biology, microbiology), chemistry, physical and earth sci-ences (astronomy, geology, physical geography, oceanography), or physics. This empha-sis may be useful for students interested in possible career paths in life sciences, physi-ology, exercise science, physical sciences, or earth sciences.

Select 18 units with at least one course in Biological Science and one course from Phys-ical Science.Biological Sciences: Anatomy 30, 32; Anthropology 1, 5; Biology 8, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 101, 102, 103; Microbiology 33; Physiology 31Physical Sciences: Astronomy 12, 20, 25; Chemistry 4, 1A, 1B, 7A, 7B, 20, 21A, 21B;Geography 1, 6, 9;Geology 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 15, 30, 32, 34, 36; Oceanography 10; Physics 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 11, 12; Physical Science 25



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GeographyGeography 1Physical Elements3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course describes and explains thephysical elements of geography. The top-ics include maps, earth-sun relationships,elements of weather and climate, vegeta-tion patterns, soil types, plate tectonics,volcanism, tectonic activity, and relatedlandforms, weathering and mass wasting,and the landforms created by runningwater, glaciers, waves, and wind.

Geography 2Cultural Geography3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the geographic distri-bution and interrelationships of culturalelements such as population, agriculture,industry, cities, religion, language, cus-toms, and territorial organization.

Geography 5World Regional Geography3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the major countriesand regions of the world, examining theirenvironments, people, cities, resources,history, economies, and special problems.

Geography 6Physical Geography Laboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Geography 1 with a mini-mum grade of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course consists of laboratory exercisesusing the geographic grid and world time,earth-sun relationships, atmosphericprocesses and weather maps, climate clas-sification, natural vegetation, and inter-pretation of land forms shown on topo-graphic maps and aerial photographs.

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6. Kinesiology and Wellness: These courses emphasize lifelong understanding andthe development of a student’s physiological, psychological, and social well-being. Stu-dents transferring to a four year university will have a basic foundation for further stud-ies in areas such as physical education, recreation, nutrition, or allied health fields. Thisemphasis may be useful for students interested in possible career paths in athletic train-ing, personal training, management, exercise science, sports nutrition, and education.

Select a total of 18 units from the following disciplines.

6 units from Physical Education:Physical Education 217, 270, 272, 275, 277, 280, 290

3 units from Science and/or Nutrition:Anatomy 30, 32Biology 10, 101, 102Chemistry 1A, 4, 20, 21A, 21BMicrobiology 33Nutrition and Foods 11Physics 11, 2A, 2BPhysiology 31

3 units from Social Sciences and/or Development:Contemporary Health 1Human Development 10Psychology 5Sociology 101

Elective Courses:First Aid 1Fire and Emergency Technology 140, 141Nutrition and Foods 15Psychology 2, 12, 16

Geography – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The program is designed to provide students the opportunity to obtain a degree uponsuccessful completion of the requirements of a geography transfer major. The geographystudent will apply fundamental concepts and principles of natural and cultural systemsas studied in a spatial context. Competencies will be assessed by examining the student’sability to explain the relationships between people, places, and environments. Studentswill also map spatial distributions of natural and cultural features.

Preparations for the Transfer MajorFor information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer cur-riculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor, orvisit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help you ful-fill your associate degree requirements.


Geology

Geography 7Geography of California3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a systematic study of Califor-nia’s unique and diverse physical environ-ments and associated land forms, climates,and ecological communities. An overviewof human settlement patterns, economicactivities, and cultural aspects, with anemphasis on physical environment-humanoccupancy relationships, will also be dis-cussed.

Geography 8Introduction to GeographicInformation Systems4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: basic comput-er skillsCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This computer-based course provides anintroduction to the fundamentals of auto-mated mapping and Geographic Informa-tion Systems (GIS) software. Laboratorywork includes experience in the use ofmap scales, working with spatial data, mapfeatures, map overlays, creation of chartsand graphs, and the presentation of data inmap layouts.

Geography 9Weather and Climate3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the causes andregional distribution of the Earth’s weatherand climate. The content includes theatmosphere, cause of seasons, air tempera-ture, air pressure and wind, clouds andprecipitation, and storms. Use of weatherinstruments and weather data interpreta-tion are also covered.

Geography 20abcdGeography Field Studies1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the physical, cultur-al, urban, and economic elements of geo-graphic regions. Field study is usually con-ducted over a four day period.Note: Participants’ fees required for camping andmeals.

Geography 50Special Topics in GeographyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inGeography more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Geography 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inGeography with a minimum grade of B ineach and acknowledgment by the instructorwith whom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides the student an oppor-tunity to explore research problems inGeography not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned laboratory work and/orresearch projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

GeologyGeology 1Physical Geology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an introduction to thematerials, structures, and processes thatshape the earth. The course includes a sur-vey of minerals and rocks, a study of platetectonics and the forces that create volcan-ism and earthquakes, and a study of topo-graphic features created by streams, land-slides, ground water, glaciers, wind, andocean waves.Note: 4 units of laboratory science credit will begranted with concurrent or subsequent enroll-ment in a geology laboratory course.

Geology 2History of Planet Earth3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course presents a study of the historyof the Earth since the time of its formationto the present day. The course will inte-grate plate tectonics into a detailed investi-gation of the dynamics of the Earth’s geo-logic forces and their effect on the atmos-pheric, oceanic and biologic realms. Theeffect of extraterrestrial events such asasteroid impacts that have shaped our hab-itable world will also be covered.Note: 4 units of laboratory science credit will begranted with concurrent or subsequent enroll-ment in Geology 4 or 30 or 32.

Geology – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The program is designed to provide students the opportunity to obtain a degree uponsuccessful completion of the requirements of a geology transfer major. The student willacquire the ability to apply the theory of plate tectonics, knowledge of geologic hazards,and principles of geologic time to natural phenomena. Laboratories complement the lec-ture material providing the student with a foundation in observational and interpretivetechniques. Competencies are assessed by examining the student’s ability to make care-ful observations of earth materials and processes, explain observations, predict futureoutcomes of earth processes, and successfully complete laboratory and field trip activi-ties.





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Geology 3Physical Geology Laboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Geology 1 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a laboratory study of geolog-ic exercises and the use of topographicmaps. Laboratory exercises will includeidentification of rocks and minerals, mapexercises, structure problems, field studiesand recognition of land forms created byvarious processes working on and in theearth.

Geology 4History of Planet EarthLaboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Geology 2 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course utilizes laboratory exercisesand field study to apply geologic principlesin identification of sedimentary rocks andfossils and their use in interpreting earthhistory, age relationships and paleogeogra-phy of selected regions.

Geology 6Earth Science in Education4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a broad-based introductorystudy of earth science for future kinder-garten through 8th grade teachers and willinclude teaching techniques to engage stu-dents in science. The topics covered arepart of the California science standards andare designed to introduce geology,oceanography, meteorology, and solar sys-tem astronomy. It includes study of earthmaterials, geologic history, ocean basinsand coastlines, weather and climate, pollu-tion and earth resources, planetary geolo-gy, and the scientific method. The labora-tory component includes study of rocks,maps, scientific instruments, and earth-quakes.Note: Geology 6 is not designed for geology orearth science majors.

Geology 15Natural Disasters3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course presents a study of natural haz-ards such as earthquakes, volcanism, hur-ricanes, landslides and floods and how wecan prepare for and possibly mitigate thesephenomena in order to lessen their impacton society. In addition, this course willaddress global climate change and associat-ed earth science processes, as well as themisuse and pollution of vital naturalresources such as freshwater.

Geology 30Geology Laboratory ofDeath Valley1 unit; 3 hours lab to be arrangedPrerequisite: Geology 1 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollmentRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a field and laboratory studyof the geologic history, rock types, andstructural and geomorphic features of theDeath Valley region, with special emphasison seismic activity and desert processes.*Note: Credit may be earned in Geology 30,Geology 32, Geology 34, and Geology 36; howev-er, only one course will be UC transferable.Note: Some labs will be held in the field on week-ends at arranged times.Note: UC does not accept Geology 30, 32, 34, or36 for the Physical Science laboratory require-ment.

Geology 32Geology Laboratory of OwensValley and Sierra Nevada1 unit; 3 hours lab to be arrangedPrerequisite: Geology 1 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollmentRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a field and laboratory studyof the geologic history, rock types, andstructural and geomorphic features of theSierra Nevada and Owens Valley with spe-cial emphasis on volcanic and glacialprocesses.*Note: Credit may be earned in Geology 30,Geology 32, Geology 34, and Geology 36; howev-er, only one course will be UC transferable.Note: Some labs will be held in the field on week-ends at arranged times.Note: UC does not accept Geology 30, 32, 34, or36 for the Physical Science laboratory require-ment.

Geology 34Geology Laboratory ofSoutheastern California1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Geology 1 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollmentRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a field and laboratory studyof the fault history, rock types, and struc-tural and landform features of the desertsof Southeastern California with a focus onvolcanic processes and desert landforms inthe Mojave Desert region and Anza-Bor-rego regions.*Note: Credit may be earned in Geology 30,Geology 32, Geology 34, and Geology 36; howev-er, only one course will be UC transferable.Note: Some labs will be held in the field on week-ends at arranged times.Note: UC does not accept Geology 30, 32, 34, or36 for the Physical Science laboratory require-ment.

Geology 36Geology Laboratory of CoastalCalifornia1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Geology 1 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollmentRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a field and laboratory studyof the geologic history, rock types, struc-tural and geomorphic features and moun-tain building processes along the centraland southern California coast with empha-sis on the geologic history of the SalinianBlock, the subsequent impact of the SanAndreas Fault, and coastal erosionalprocesses.*Note: Credit may be earned in Geology 30,Geology 32, Geology 34, and Geology 36; howev-er, only one course will be UC transferable.Note: Some labs will be held in the field on week-ends at arranged times.Note: UC does not accept Geology 30, 32, 34, or36 for the Physical Science laboratory require-ment.

Geology 50Special Topics in GeologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inGeology more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.




Geology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two earth sciencescourses with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom student will work Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides the student an oppor-tunity to explore research problems inEarth Sciences not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings through library,laboratory, or field projects. Regular con-ferences with the instructor are coordinat-ed with assigned laboratory work andresearch projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

GermanGerman 1Elementary German I4 units; 5 hours lecture Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to thedevelopment of skills for language acquisi-tion in speaking, listening, reading, andwriting linguistically appropriate German.Students are also introduced to the cultur-al background of the language, includingrelationships among cultural practices andperspectives and the general aspects ofevery day life. Technological supportincludes videos, DVDs, audio CDs, andInternet access to publishers' websites fortutoring and other support.Note: The course is comparable to two years ofhigh school German.

German 2Elementary German II4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: German 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course, taught within the context ofGerman culture, is a continuation of thestudy of elementary German with anemphasis on listening, speaking, readingand writing. Students improve their pro-nunciation and speaking skills along withtheir understanding of spoken German.Computer programs and audio and videotapes are available to reinforce the lan-guage skills acquired in the classroom.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to two years of high school German.

German 3Intermediate German I4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: German 2 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This intermediate course, taught withinthe context of German culture, emphasizesthe study of the essentials of Germangrammar and the fundamentals of formalGerman composition. Through oral andwritten practice, students expand theirGerman vocabulary and use of idiomaticexpressions. Students read materials ofrepresentative German authors.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to three years of high school German.

German 21abBeginning Conversational German2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: German 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to help studentsdevelop competency in German oralexpression, oral comprehension, pronun-ciation, and conversational strategies.

German 22abIntermediate ConversationalGerman2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: German 2, 21ab with a mini-mum grade of C in prerequisite or equiva-lentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for the intermedi-ate student to develop German languagefluency in oral expression, increase oralcomprehension, and improve pronuncia-tion. Conversational topics are based uponthe daily experiences and cultural life ofthe ethnic areas involved with the Germanlanguage.

German 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Ger-man with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of German educa-tion not covered in the regular departmen-tal offerings. Regular conferences with theinstructor are coordinated with theassigned German education projects (60hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Global StudiesGlobal Studies 101Introduction to Global Studies3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course offers a global introduction toworld cultures. Students will be intro-duced to global cultures by examininingthe theoretical approaches to understand-ing cultures around the world in relation tothe United States. Emphasis is placed onanalyzing the origins of different cultures,how and why they change, and theirimpact on individuals and societiesNote: This course is taught collaboratively withinternational partners and utilizes interactiveWeb-based video as well as chat and e-mail con-tact.

Health EducationSee Contemporary Health

HistoryHistory 50Special Topics in HistoryUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inHistory more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

History 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in His-tory with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides advanced studies in asubject field of History not covered in theregular departmental offerings. Regularconferences will be held with the instruc-tor to discuss and coordinate the assignedprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

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History 101(formerly History 1A)United States History to 18773 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a chronological survey ofAmerican history from the first Americansto 1877, focusing on American social, intel-lectual, political, economic, and diplomaticinstitutions. Major topics in the courseinclude colonization, slavery, the Ameri-can Revolution, Native Americans, theCivil War and Reconstruction.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing History 101 and 102 and Histo-ry 110 and 111 and/or History 105 and 106 is oneseries.

History 102(formerly History 1B)United States History from 1877to the Present3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a chronological survey ofAmerican history from 1877 to the present,focusing on American social, intellectual,political, economic, and diplomatic institu-tions. Major topics include culture, ethnicand racial diversity and the role of theUnited States within the context of worldhistory.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing History 101 and 102 and Histo-ry 110 and 111 and/or History 105 and 106 is oneseries.

History 105(formerly History 18A)Women and American Historyfrom the Colonial Era to 18773 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a chronological survey of thehistory of the United States from the colo-nial period through the era of reconstruc-tion with special emphasis on the role ofwomen in the shaping of American socie-ty. The contributions of women to thepolitical, economic, and social develop-ment of the nation will be emphasized.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing History 105 and 106 and Histo-ry 101 and 102 and/or History 110 and 111 is oneseries.

History 106(formerly History 18B)Women and American Historyfrom 1877 to the Present3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a chronological survey of thehistory of the United States from 1877 tothe present with special emphasis on therole of women in shaping American socie-ty. The contributions of women to the eco-nomic, political, and social development ofthe nation will be examined.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing History 105 and 106 and Histo-ry 101 and 102 and/or History 110 and 111 is oneseries.

History 108(formerly History 9)United States History: TheAmerican Indian Experience3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the history of theUnited States with an emphasis on nativepeoples of North America. Topics includethe impact of European contact, trade, andcolonization as well as the impact of Unit-ed States political, economic, and socialpolicies on Native Americans. Emphasis isplaced on the attempts of American Indi-ans to protect their sovereignty and revital-ize their societies.Note: This course meets the criteria of the CSUgraduation requirement for United States Histo-ry, Constitution, and American Ideals.

History 110(formerly History 16A)The African American in theUnited States to 18773 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a survey of the United Statesto 1877 with particular emphasis on therole of African Americans in shapingAmerican society. The contributions ofAfrican Americans to the economic, politi-cal, social, and cultural development of thenation will be examined.Note: This course meets the criteria of the CSUgraduation requirement for United States Histo-ry, Constitution, and American Ideals.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing History 110 and 111 and Histo-ry 101 and 102 and/or History 105 and 106 is oneseries.

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History – A.A. Degree(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

The degree provides students with a foundation in the science of historical inquiry.After completing the program requirements, students will gain an understanding of themethodologies and schools of interpretation utilized by historians to study the past. Stu-dents will also demonstrate knowledge of the primary cultural, economic, intellectual,political, social, and diplomatic institutions of the United States and the world. Compe-tencies will be assessed through the evaluation of student term papers and projects,essays, and regularly scheduled examinations.

El Camino College Major RequirementsHistory 101, 102, 140, 141; three courses from: American Studies 7, History 105, 106, 108, 110, 111, 112, 114, 122,128, 129, 143, 145, 152, 154, 162, 163, 165, 175, 176, 177, 178, 183, 184, 190Total Units: 21



History

History 111(formerly History 16B)The African American in theUnited States from 1877 to thePresent3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a survey of the history of theUnited States from 1877 to the presentwith particular emphasis on the role ofAfrican Americans in shaping Americansociety. The contributions of AfricanAmericans to the American society as awhole will also be examined.Note: This course meets the criteria of the CSUgraduation requirement for United States Histo-ry, Constitution, and American Ideals.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing History 110 and 111 and Histo-ry 101 and 102 and/or History 105 and 106 is oneseries.

History 112(formerly History 17)History of the Chicano in theUnited States3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys United States historyfrom the Chicano perspective and covershistorical periods from the initial contactbetween European and indigenous NorthAmerican societies through colonial, earlynational, and contemporary American his-torical periods. Emphasis is placed on thisgroup’s contributions to the developmentof the United States. Factors that haveshaped the formation of Mexican Ameri-can society within the context of UnitedStates history will also be analyzed.

History 114History of the Asian American inthe United States3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course surveys Asian American histo-ry in the United States from 1848 to thepresent, focusing on the historical interac-tion of diverse Asian American groupswith American politics, culture, societyand the economy. Unique Asian Americancommunities and the historical factors thathave formed and shaped them will also beexamined.

History 122(formerly History 32)United States Social History: Cultural Pluralism in America3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the role and contribu-tions of ethnic groups and racial minoritiesto United States history. Emphasis isplaced on these groups’ cultural interactionwith the American way of life from colo-nial times to the present. Focus will also begiven to the ways that race and ethnicityhave shaped personal lives, communities,the nation, and international relations.

History 128(formerly History 8)History of California 3 units; 3 hours lecture Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the history ofCalifornia with an emphasis on the geo-graphical, political, socio-economic andcultural development of the state. The roleof ethnic minorities and women from pre-European times to the present will also bediscussed.

History 129(formerly History 27)History of Los Angeles3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the political, social,and economic history of Los Angeles fromits earliest settlement by Native Californi-ans to the present. Topics will includeenvironmental issues, urban development,race and ethnicity, the entertainmentindustry, and the media’s portrayal of LosAngeles. Special emphasis is given to theexpanding role of Los Angeles as a globalcity that serves as a destination for diverseimmigrant populations and a center ofinternational commerce.

History 140(formerly History 3)History of Early Civilizations3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the political, eco-nomic, social, and cultural development ofWorld Civilizations from the origins ofthese complex cultures in the Neolithic erato the emergence of the West in the fif-teenth century. Topics include the earlycivilizations of the Near East, Egypt, India,China, the Americas, Greece, and Rome.

History 141(formerly History 4)History of Modern Civilizations3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the political, eco-nomic, social, and cultural development ofworld civilizations from the rise of theWest in the mid-fifteenth century to thepresent day. Topics include the Europeanvoyages of exploration and expansion,Africa and the transatlantic slave trade,Protestant and Catholic Reformations, theIslamic empires, China and Japan in theage of global expansion, French and indus-trial revolutions, World War I and II, theCold War, and globalization.Note: History 140 is not a prerequisite.

History 143(formerly History 22)Twentieth Century World History3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course examines the political, eco-nomic, and social development of theworld from the beginnings of World War Ito the present. Focus is placed on the fac-tors that contributed to the outbreak ofWorld War I and World War II and issuesthat remained unresolved by their treaties.New challenges introduced by these con-flicts will be examined including the ColdWar, decolonization and state building inAfrica and Asia, the collapse of the Unionof Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), andthe world’s increasing interdependence.




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History 145(formerly History 37)History of World Religions3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to the ori-gins, essential doctrines, and historicaldevelopment of the world’s major religioustraditions from prehistory to today andtheir impact on the societies in which theyappear. Major religions examined includeJudaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Christiani-ty, and Islam.

History 152 History of Latin America throughIndependence 3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course will survey the political, eco-nomic, social and cultural development ofLatin America from the pre-European con-tact to the achievement of independence inthe early 19th century. Topics covered inthis course include the Native Americanworld before European conquest, thesocioeconomic, political and cultural con-sequences of contact between NativeAmericans, Europeans and Africans, theformation of the colonial order, and themove toward independence from Spanishand Portuguese colonial rule.

History 154(formerly History 19)A History of Mexico3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer, CSU, UC

This course surveys the political, social,cultural, and economic history of Mexicofrom Pre-Columbian times to the present.Discussion of major epochs of Mexican his-tory will focus on the influence of variouscultural groups in shaping modern Mexico.

History 162(formerly History 5A)History of Early Britain3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the political, eco-nomic, social, and cultural development ofBritain from earliest times to the 17th cen-tury. Topics include the emergence ofcommon law and representative govern-ment, the evolution of England as a majorpower based on maritime and commercialsupremacy, and the foundations of theBritish Empire. Cultural developmentthrough the English Renaissance andBaroque periods will also be examined.

History 163(formerly History 5B)History of Modern Britain3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the political, socialand cultural development of Great Britainfrom the 17th century to the present. Top-ics include the expansion and decline ofthe British empire, the evolution of demo-cratic institutions and political thought, theIndustrial Revolution, the World Wars,and Britain's relationship to the Europeancommunity. Cultural development fromthe Neoclassical to the Victorian and con-temporary periods also are examined.

History 165(formerly History 25)History of Modern Germany,1866 to the Present3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the political, eco-nomic, social, and cultural development ofGermany from the time of unification inthe mid-nineteenth century through thereunification of the post-Cold War period.This course will also consider the problemsand historical patterns that characterizecontemporary Germany.

History 175(formerly History 14A)History of Asian Civilizationsto 16003 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys on the political, eco-nomic, social, and cultural development ofAsian civilizations from earliest times to1600. Emphasis is placed on the experi-ences of India, China, Japan, Korea, andSoutheast Asia and their interactions. Top-ics include the emergence of the earliestAsian civilizations, the development ofmajor religious and philosophical tradi-tions, the rise of regional and imperialstates, and the impact of early contactswith the West.

History 176(formerly History 14B)History of Asian Civilizationsfrom 1600 to the Present3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the political, econom-ic, social, and cultural development ofAsian civilizations from the 17th century tothe present. Emphasis is placed on theexperiences of India, China, Japan andKorea and their regional and global interac-tions. Topics include the impact of West-ern imperialism on these countries, theresponse to Western dominance and influ-ence, and the emergence of these societiesas modern nation-states.

History 177(formerly History 30)History of Japan3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys the history of Japanfrom earliest times to the present day.Focus will be placed on the origins andevolution of major cultural, social, eco-nomic, and political traditions and institu-tions. The influence of China and the Westin the formation of Japanese values andpolitics will also be emphasized.




Human Development

History 178History of China 3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an introduction to thepolitical, economic, social, and culturaldevelopment of China from earliest timesto the present. Topics include Confucian-ism, Doaism, Buddhism, Western Imperi-alism, and the Republican and CommunistRevolutions.

History 183(formerly History 12A)Introduction to African History,Prehistory to 18853 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of Africa fromhuman evolution to the eve of colonialrule. Emphasis will be given to the politi-cal, economic, and social development ofthe African continent. Topics to be ana-lyzed include African trade relations withEurope and the world, the influences ofChristianity and Islam in Africa, theTransatlantic slave trade, African Diaspo-ra, and early European incursions.

History 184(formerly History 12B)Introduction to African History,1885 to the Present3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the political, eco-nomic and social development of Africafrom 1885 to the present. Special empha-sis will be given to colonial conquest andAfrican resistance to European rule, influ-ence of Christian missionaries and Islam inAfrica, the striving for independence anddecolonization, and the struggle againstapartheid in South Africa.

History 190History of the Middle East3 units; 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an introduction to thepolitical, economic, social, and culturaldevelopment of the Middle East from theearliest civilizations to the present. Topicsinclude Muhammad and the origins ofIslam, the early Islamic Empires, the devel-opment of Islamic civilization, and statebuilding in the modern era.

History of ScienceHistory of Science 11Introduction to the History ofWestern Science3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course the major ideas and organiz-ing theories of the scientific revolutions inastronomy, physics, chemistry, biology,and geology are introduced. The profes-sional and personal lives of the scientistsresponsible for each revolution are dis-cussed. Scientists covered include GalileoGalilei, Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, andCharles Darwin. A brief introduction tothe methods, philosophy, and content ofscience is also included and an example ofa contemporary scientific revolution is alsodiscussed.Note: This course is primarily for the non-sciencemajor. No mathematics or previous sciencebackground is required.

Home Health AideSee Nursing

HorticultureSee Environmental Horticulture

Human DevelopmentHuman Development 5Career and Life Planning1 unit; 1 hour lectureRecommended Preparation: English 84 orESL 52C and English A or English A-XCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an introduction tocareer and life planning, including anexploration of core values, skills, personal-ity traits, life stages and experiences. Stu-dents will develop a career and life plan byapplying career planning techniques anddecision-making strategies. Emphasis willbe placed on awareness of psychological,sociological, and physiological factors relat-ed to career and life satisfaction.Note: Pass/no pass only

Human Development 8Orientation to College andEducational Planning1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides students with theinformation, skills, and resources neces-sary for successful educational experi-ences. Students will become aware oftheir responsibilities as students in adiverse college setting, develop an under-standing of their individual learning styles,create realistic and obtainable educationaland career goals, develop skills in manag-ing time to achieve goals, and learn how tocreate a support network using collegeresources and services.

Human Development 10Strategies for Creating Success inCollege and in Life3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: English 84 orESL 52C or English A or English A-XCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an exploration of cog-nitive, psychological, social and physicalfactors influencing success in college andin life. Topics include personal responsibil-ity, critical thinking, motivation, self-effica-cy, self-awareness, lifelong learning, self-management, health and wellness, inter-personal communication in a diverseworld, and educational planning.


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Human Development 12Strategies for Success in theWorkplace1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This course will provide students with theknowledge, skills andpersonal/interpersonal awareness neces-sary for success in the workplace. Studentswill learn resume writing and interviewingskills, workplace roles and responsibilities,strategies for effective time managementand effective workplace communication.Emphasis will be placed on identifyingprofessional behaviors and values for suc-cess in the workplace.

Human Development 15Student Athlete Orientation toCollege and Educational Planning2 units; 2 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides student athletes withthe knowledge, skills, and self-awarenessnecessary for success in college. The stu-dent athlete becomes familiar with eligibil-ity rules required to participate in intercol-legiate athletics and transfer requirementsto four-year institutions. Students areintroduced to services and resources oncampus, develop time management andstudy skills, and design a personalized edu-cational plan.Note: This course is open to all students.

Human Development 20Navigating the Transfer Process1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces students to theprocess of transferring to a university. Stu-dents will be provided with informationnecessary to evaluate educational andcareer goals, compare universities, andreview university admissions and majorpreparation requirements. Emphasis willbe placed on the development of educa-tional plans, financial aid opportunities,and available programs and services at uni-versities.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Human Development 50Special Topics in HumanDevelopmentUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inHuman Development more specific thanprovided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Human Development 95abCooperative Work ExperienceEducation 2-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a positition related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the HumanDevelopment field. These experiences willenable students to improve job skills, ana-lyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

HumanitiesHumanities 1An Introduction to theHumanities3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to thehumanities through an historical, descrip-tive, interpretive, and critical study of film,drama, music, literature, painting, sculp-ture, and architecture.

Humanities 50Special Topics in HumanitiesUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inHumanities more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Industrial ArtsSee Machine Tool Technology


Industry andTechnologyIndustry and Technology 15Exploring Careers in Industryand Technology3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicable

This course introduces the technology,skills, equipment and materials utilized inthe following disciplines: Administrationof Justice, Air Conditioning and Refrigera-tion, Architecture, Automotive CollisionRepair/Painting, Automotive Technology,Computer Aided Design/Drafting, Con-struction Technology, Cosmetology, Culi-nary Arts, Electronics, EnvironmentalTechnology, Fashion Design, Fire andEmergency Technology, Machine ToolTechnology and Welding. Career optionsof each discipline studied will be present-ed.Note: Pass/no pass only.

ItalianItalian 1Elementary Italian I4 units; 5 hours lecture Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to speaking,listening, reading and writing linguisticallyappropriate Italian. Students are also intro-duced to the cultural background of the lan-guage, including the relationships among cul-tural practices and perspectives and generalaspects of everyday life. Technological supportmay include videos, DVDs, audio CDs, andInternet access to publishers' websites for

tutoring and other support. Note: This course is comparable to two years ofhigh school Italian.

Italian 2Elementary Italian II4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: Italian 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course, taught within the context ofItalian culture, is a continuation of thestudy of elementary Italian with an empha-sis on listening, speaking, reading and writ-ing. Students improve their pronunciationand speaking skills along with their under-standing of spoken Italian. Computer pro-grams and audio and video tapes are avail-able to reinforce the language skillsacquired in the classroom.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to two years of high school Italian.

Italian 21abBeginning Conversational Italian2 units; 2 hours lecture Prerequisite: Italian 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to develop fluencyin oral expression, increase oral compre-hension, and improve pronunciation of theItalian language. Conversational topics arebased upon the daily experiences and cul-tural life of the ethnic areas involved withthe Italian language.

Italian 22abIntermediate ConversationalItalian2 units; 2 hours lecture Prerequisite: Italian 2 and 21ab with aminimum grade of C in prerequisite orequivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for the intermedi-ate student to develop Italian fluency inoral expression, increase Italian oral com-prehension, and improve Italian pronunci-ation. Conversational topics are basedupon the daily experiences and cultural lifeof the ethnic areas involved with the Ital-ian language.

Italian 24Introduction to Italian Culture3 units; 3 hours lecture Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an introduction to thecultural aspects of the Italian languagethrough a study of geography, social insti-tutions, literature, art, architecture, andmusic. Topics include a comparison ofItalian and other Western languages andcultures. This course is taught in English.

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Industrial Technology – A.S. Degree(Industry and Technology Division)

The industrial technology program is designed to prepare students for transfer to pro-grams in engineering technology or industrial technology. By completing the transferrequirements, students acquire a foundation in mathematics, chemistry, physics, com-puter-aided design and drafting, computer aided manufacturing, machine tool opera-tion, and electronics. Competencies will be assessed regularly by student performancein the classroom and laboratory. Industrial technologists are employed in a wide rangeof careers including managers, management representatives, administrators, produc-tion supervisors, trainers, technical support specialists, and technology educators.





JapaneseJapanese 1Elementary Japanese I4 units; 5 hours lecture Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to thedevelopment of skills for language acquisi-tion in speaking, listening, reading, andwriting linguistically appropriate Japanese.Students are also introduced to the cultur-al background of the language, includingrelationships among cultural practices andperspectives and the general aspects ofevery day life. Technological supportincludes videos, DVDs, audio CDs, andInternet access to publishers' websites fortutoring and other support.Note: This course is comparable to two years ofhigh school Japanese.

Japanese 2Elementary Japanese II4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: Japanese 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course, taught within the context ofJapanese culture, is a continuation of thestudy of elementary Japanese with anemphasis on listening, speaking, readingand writing. Students improve their pro-nunciation and speaking skills along withtheir understanding of spoken Japanese.Computer programs and audio and videotapes are available to reinforce the lan-guage skills acquired in the classroom.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to two years of high school Japanese.

Japanese 3Intermediate Japanese I4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: Japanese 2 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC

This intermediate course, taught withinthe context of Japanese culture, empha-sizes the study of the essentials of Japanesegrammar and the fundamentals of formalJapanese composition. Through oral andwritten practice, students expand theirJapanese vocabulary and use of idiomaticexpressions. Students read materialsdrawn from daily life.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to three years of high school Japanese.

Japanese 4Intermediate Japanese II4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: Japanese 3 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU , UC

This course, taught within the context ofJapanese culture, is a continuation of thestudy of essential Japanese grammar andformal composition. Through oral andwritten practice, students further expandtheir Japanese vocabulary and use ofidiomatic expressions. Students read mate-rials drawn from daily life and participatein daily conversations.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to four years of high school Japanese.

Japanese 21abBeginning ConversationalJapanese2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Japanese 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course develops fluency in oralexpression, increases oral comprehension,and improves pronunciation.

Japanese 22abIntermediate ConversationalJapanese2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Japanese 2 and Japanese 21abwith a minimum grade of C in prerequisiteor equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for the intermedi-ate student to develop Japanese languagefluency in oral expression, increase oralcomprehension, and improve pronuncia-tion. Conversational topics are based uponthe daily experiences and cultural life ofthe ethic areas involved with the Japaneselanguage.

Japanese 25Cultural Aspects of the JapaneseLanguage3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides a study of the cultur-al aspects of the Japanese language, includ-ing the origin of the Japanese people andtheir language, art, religion, philosophy,and geography. The anthropological andsociological characteristics relating to thelanguage and a comparison of Japaneseand Western languages and cultures arealso covered. This course is taught in Eng-lish.

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Japanese – A.A. Degree(Humanities Division)

By completing the degree requirements, the student will acquire proficiency in speak-ing, reading, writing, and understanding Japanese and will gain knowledge of Japaneseculture. The student will be able to communicate in Japanese, write formal composi-tions, and read the texts of Japanese authors, all at the intermediate-mid level of compe-tency. Competencies will be assessed throughout the language sequence with writtenand oral exams. This major provides career opportunities where knowledge of Japaneseis useful and prepares students for continued learning of Japanese.

The student who has completed two or more years of Japanese in high school will havethe opportunity to enroll with advanced standing.

El Camino College Major RequirementsJapanese 1, 2, 3, 4 and 25; one course from: Japanese 21ab or 22ab; one course from:Anthropology 2, Art 5B, English 35, 36, History 175, 176, 177, Philosophy 7, Political Sci-ence 2, 10, Psychology 8, Sociology 104Eleven of the required units must be completed at El Camino College.Total Units: 24





Japanese 50Special Topics in JapaneseUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inJapanese more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Japanese 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inJapanese with minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Japanese educa-tion not covered in the regular departmen-tal offerings. Regular conferences with theinstructor are coordinated with assignedJapanese projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

JournalismJournalism 1News Writing and Reporting3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: credit in English A and Eng-lish 84 or qualification by testing (EnglishPlacement Test) and assessmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides instruction in writingand reporting for the news media, fromprint to online journalism. Students willgain experience in learning the proper for-mat and Associated Press style for writingnews, features, and sports stories. Empha-sis is placed on gathering information, cov-ering the community, and understandingmedia ethics and laws.

Journalism 2Public Relations Methods3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an introduction in thepractice of public relations, including writ-ing news releases and broadcast announce-ments, creating newsletters, and develop-ing public relations campaigns. Emphasisis placed on the journalistic style of writingand an analysis of public relations casestudies.

Journalism 3abAdvanced Reporting andNews Editing3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Journalism 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course will provide students withinstruction in interpretive, in-depth andopinion writing and will incorporate thestudy of editing principles, style and designto conform with professional models. Prob-lems of law and libel will be discussed. Stu-dents will also be given hands-on instruc-tion in electronic journalism as well as incomputer typesetting and graphics.

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Journalism – A.A. Degree andCertificate of Achievement(Humanities Division)

By completing the degree or certificate requirements, the student will acquire proficien-cy in traditional and electronic news gathering techniques and in analyzing and evalu-ating information. The student will be able to write a variety of publishable stories forelectronic and print journalism and to apply principles of editing and publicationdesign. Degree and certificate competencies will be assessed regularly by performancein the college newspaper’s print and Web editions and its magazine, as well as by par-ticipation in state and national competitions. The major prepares students for careeropportunities in electronic journalism and in newspaper, magazine, advertising, publicrelations, and radio/television work.

El Camino College Major RequirementsJournalism 1, 3ab (one semester), 6 or Photography 10, Journalism 9abcd (one semes-ter), 11abcd (one semesters), 12, 14abcd (one semester); one course from: Journalism 2, 4, 5, 7ab or Photography 11ab (one semester), Econom-ics 1, Political Science 5, 8Total Units: 21-22

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. At least 15 units must be completed at El Camino College.Journalism 1, 3ab (one semester), Journalism 6 or Photography 10, Journalism 9abcd(one semester), 11abcd (two semesters), 12, 14abcd (one semester)Total Units: 19





Journalism 4Feature Writing2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: eligibility for English 1A orequivalent Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an introduction towriting feature articles for publication.The student will learn the basics of con-structing a feature story in journalisticstyle, including interview techniques, storystructure techniques and Associated Pressstyle, as well as professional libel andethics guidelines. The student will surveyand evaluate market trends in popular,trade, specialized, and other types of mag-azines, and then submit articles to thosemarkets.

Journalism 5Broadcast News Writing3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Journalism 1or English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction in newswriting and reporting for radio and televi-sion outlets. Principles and techniques ofbroadcast news, including interviewing,writing, and presenting materials for radioand television stations, are covered.Emphasis is placed on methods of gather-ing information, preparing broadcast newsscripts, and discussing the ethics and lawsthat govern broadcasters.

Journalism 6 Basic Photojournalism2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This course provides instruction in the ele-mentary aspects of photography withemphasis on principles and techniques ofphotojournalism, including camera use,news photography, feature photography,sports photography, photo essays, and cap-tion writing. Emphasis is placed on prepar-ing students to take photographs for cam-pus student publications using digital cam-eras and computer software such as Photo-shop.

Journalism 7abAdvanced Photojournalism2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Journalism 6 or Photography10 with a minimum grade of C or equiva-lent Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction and labo-ratory experience in the taking and pro-cessing of photographs for publication inthe college newspaper, newspaper websiteand news magazine. Students also receiveexperience in news, feature and sportsphoto editing, photo essay page design andlayout, as well as digital photography andphoto scanning techniques using Photo-shop.Note: This course may be taken two semestersfor either JournalismNote: This course may be taken two semestersfor either Journalism or Photography credit.Note: Journalism 7ab is the same as Photography11ab.

Journalism 9abcdMagazine Editing and Production2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab perweek to be arrangedPrerequisite: Journalism 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to provideadvanced journalism students with experi-ence in writing, editing and graphic designfor small publications, including produc-tion of Warrior Life, a general interest cam-pus magazine.

Journalism 11abcdNewspaper Publication3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Journalism 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction and labo-ratory experience in the writing, assem-bling, designing, and publishing of the col-lege newspaper. Students receive experi-ence in news, feature, opinion, review andsports writing as well as learn computersoftware programs to produce all aspectsof the student newspaper.

Journalism 12Mass Media and Society3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course examines the past and currentinfluences on American society of books,newspapers, magazines, movies, radio, tel-evision, recordings, and the World WideWeb. With a focus on critical thinkingskills, students gain experience in readingand writing persuasive and argumentativeessays about problems facing the massmedia. Students also learn the history ofthe eight mass media as well as analyzeand evaluate the functions, the responsibil-ities, the regulations, and the ethicsinvolved in the mass media industry.Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Journalism 12 and Communi-cation Studies 5 is one course.

Journalism 14abcd Multimedia Journalism3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab Prerequisite: Journalism 1 with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This course provides training in multime-dia journalism with an emphasis on theprinciples and techniques of multimediareporting, including preparing news for theWorld Wide Web using text, audio, videoand photographs. Students create multime-dia news projects for publications on theWeb, using digital cameras, digitalrecorders, digital camcorders and comput-er software.

Journalism 50Special Topics in JournalismUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inJournalism more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

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Journalism 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Journalismfield. These experiences will enable stu-dents to improve job skills, analyze careeropportunities and requirements, and com-pare them to personal abilities and careerexpectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Journalism 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Jour-nalism with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in journalism not covered in theregular departmental offerings. Regularconferences with the instructor are coordi-nated with assigned Journalism projects.Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

LawSee Paralegal Studies for majorand certificate programs.

Law 4Legal Environment of Business4 units; 4 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU*, UC

This course is an introduction to a legalenvironment in which a business firmoperates. Topics include an introduction tothe American legal systems, contracts,torts, product liability, forms of businessorganization, trade regulation, labor law,environmental law, and international busi-ness law.*Note: There may be CSU course limitations forstudents completing Law 4 and Law 5. Checkwith the transfer school for transfer status of thiscourse.

Law 5Contracts, Sales andCommercial Paper3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU*

This course examines court systems, statu-tory laws, legal and equitable remedies,contract agreements as foundations forother commercial laws, law of sales andpurchases of goods, commercial paperincluding promissory notes, drafts, checksand certificates of deposits.*Note: There may be CSU course limitations forstudents completing Law 5 and Law 4. Checkwith the transfer school for transfer status of thiscourse.

Law 6Agency, Corporations andPartnerships3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Law 5 with a minimum gradeof CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course explores business organiza-tions and employer/employee relationshipsand liabilities; agency, corporations, part-nerships, Limited Liability Company(LLC), and Limited Liability Partnerships(LLP). Business torts and government reg-ulations of business are covered.

Law 11Introduction to Legal Research3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This course will give the paralegal a gener-al introduction into the basic legal researchtools, including legal citation, legal analy-sis, and writing of legal memorandum andlegal documents. The class includes a com-ponent of training in online computerresearch.

Law 12Probate Procedures3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Law 11 with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an overview of the procedur-al structure of basic practice. The course isdesigned to cover every aspect of probateprocedures. All necessary forms and proce-dures will be examined and explainedfrom the client interview to the closing ofthe estate. This course will cover allaspects of practice concerning conservator-ship, guardianships of incompetents andguardianships of minors.

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Laboratory Technician (Medical) –A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

This degree is designed for students planning to transfer and pursue a California clini-cal laboratory technologist’s license. Upon successful completion of the programrequirements, the student will have the ability to apply the fundamental principles ofatomic and molecular structure, perform qualitative analysis of common metallic andnon-metallic ions, utilize applied physics and particle physics, solve problems related tothe differentiation and integration of single variable functions, and will acquire a foun-dation in the physiological and functional aspects of the human body systems. Studentswill become familiar with the techniques and procedures related to microscopy fordetermining cell morphology and tissue types. Competencies will be assessed throughregularly scheduled theory and laboratory examinations.

El Camino College Major RequirementsBiology 101 and 102 or Biology 102 and Physiology 31; Chemistry 1A and 1B; Mathe-matics 160 or 190; Microbiology 33; Physics 2A and 2B or Physics 3A and 3BTotal Units: 36-40



Law 13Family Law3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Law 11 with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the legally recog-nized relationships of men and women.Emphasis will be placed on the dissolutionof a marriage including the legal theoriesbehind the dissolution and the public poli-cy supporting those theories. The courseincludes requirements of a valid marriage,a Judgment of Nullity, legal separation, dis-solution of marriage proceedings, andOrder to Show Cause and preparation ofproper forms. This course also covers theconcepts of separate and community prop-erty and division upon dissolution. Otheraspects of family law including children’srights adoption and guardianships are dis-cussed.

Law 14Tort Law3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Law 11 with a minimumgrade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course includes the study of intention-al wrongs, inadvertent wrongs, and thattype of conduct for which the law imposesabsolute liability. Special emphasis isgiven to concepts of causation, standard ofcare, reasonable person, duty, and defens-es to liability. Also covered are wrongswhich produce intangible harm such asdefamation, invasion of privacy, misrepre-sentation, and misuse of legal process.

Law 15Civil and Criminal Evidence3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Law 11 with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines the rules of civil andcriminal evidence. It emphasizes how todevelop and utilize evidence and how tosummarize documents and other evidencein an ordered and systematic matter so thatthe evidence will be readily available foruse by the attorney in preparation for anduse in trial.Note: This course is offered fall semesters only.

Law 16Civil Procedure3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Law 11 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines civil court proceduresbefore trial and is designed to provide expert-ise in drafting legal documents from the incep-tion of the civil action through the pleadingstage. Topics include parties to the action,jurisdiction and venue, the summons, defaults,pleadings, and attacking the pleadings. Stu-dents are also introduced to the law of evi-

dence.

Law 17Legal Research and Writing3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Law 11 with a minimumgrade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

The focus of this course is on the tech-niques of effective legal writing.

Law 18Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Law 11 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalent experienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines basic concepts andthe proper use of wills and trusts in estateplanning. Topics include the taxes throughestate planning, probate, methods of hold-ing title to property, tax effects of gifts,gifts to minors, laws of intestacy, state andfederal tax requirements during life andupon death, guardianship, and conserva-torship.

Law 19Law and Computers2 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Law 11 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to the use ofcomputers in the law office and the utiliza-tion of legal specific software for forms anddocument preparation. Emphasis is placedon how to automate document productionand litigation support systems. Introduc-tion to legal and general electronic infor-mation databases are covered. Currentlegal research software, such as Westlawand Lexis, sources on the Internet, andtime and billing software are also includedin the course.

Law 20Paralegal Seminar3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Law 17 with a minimumgrace of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines ethics, advancedparalegal communication skills, law officemanagement, problem solving, and analy-sis skills. It also includes a component onemployment, networking and job search.Note: This course is designed to be taken at theend of the paralegal student’s course of study.

Law 50Special Topics in LawUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inLaw more specific than provided in othercourses in the regular departmental cur-riculum. Students are referred to the cur-rent schedule of classes for details of spe-cific courses.

Law 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Law field.These experiences will enable students toimprove job skills, analyze career opportu-nities and requirements, and comparethem to personal abilities and career expec-tations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Legal AssistantSee Paralegal Studies

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Library InformationScience Library Information Science 1Introduction to LibraryInformation Science1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course acquaints students with theorganization of libraries and theirresources, enabling them to develop strate-gies for library research. Students willlearn how to locate and evaluate the tradi-tional and electronic types of library mate-rials; how to document resources; and howto prepare a bibliography. Students willalso acquire proficiency in the use of infor-mational technology in order to under-stand the full potential of libraryresources.

Library Information Science 10Library Research Using theInternet1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course will familiarize students withlibrary research as it relates to informationaccess, search strategy development, andsearch engine capabilities of the Internet.Other related topics include informationcompetency and the evaluation, validation,and citation of Internet sources.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Library ScienceEl Camino College does not offer a curricu-lum in library training. The student whoplans to enter a library school should fol-low the lower division requirements of thecollege or university to which he or sheplans to transfer and acquire a backgroundin social sciences and the language arts.For specific requirements, make anappointment to see the Humanities coun-selor.

Machine ToolTechnologyMachine Tool Technology 2 Manufacturing Print Reading 3 units; 3 hours lecture Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

In this course, students are introduced toworking drawings, blueprints, and engi-neering specifications used in manufactur-ing industries. Representative drawingsfrom simple production to complex assem-bly will be used to demonstrate conceptsand for practice in interpreting the symbolsand notations. Geometric Dimensioningand Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordancewith ANSI Y-14.5 and the sketching of sim-ple machine parts are also discussed.

Machine Tool Technology 10A Introduction to CAD/CAM 3 units; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab Credit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This course covers the study of the funda-mental concepts of Computer Aided Man-ufacturing (CAM). Concepts explored willinclude the application of computers inmanufacturing, Computer Aided Design(CAD), Computer Numerical Control(CNC) programming, Automated Manufac-turing, and Integrated CAD/CAM.

Machine Tool Technology 10B Computer Numerical ControlProgramming 3 units; 3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab Prerequisite: Machine Tool Technology10A or equivalent;Machine Tool Technology 40 or equivalent;and Machine Tool Technology 46 or101abcd or equivalent with a minimumgrade of C in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This course covers the study of ComputerNumerical Control (CNC) programmingwith emphasis on contouring, cannedcycles, cutter diameter compensation,looping, macro subroutines and multiplepart programming for three axis millingmachines and CNC lathes.

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Liberal Studies (Elementary Teaching) –A.A. Degree(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

This degree is designed for students who wish to earn a multiple-subject teaching cre-dential authorizing them to teach in grades K-5. Students will study a broad range ofsubjects to prepare them for teaching, including English, mathematics, science, socialscience, visual and performing arts, and human development. Competencies will beassessed regularly through projects, examinations, laboratory experiments, and presen-tations. Program assessment will be conducted by tracking student placement inteacher preparation programs at the university level.

General InformationMajoring in Liberal Studies will afford students the opportunity to complete the firsttwo years of lower division coursework for their intended transfer institution and,depending upon the program selected, up to 45 hours of the required fieldwork for thecredential.

El Camino College Major RequirementsTransfer Degree Option: Students must complete the requirements listed on the guidesheet for a transfer institution.Teacher Preparation Option: English 1A, Communication Studies 1 or English 1C; His-tory 101, or 102B; Political Science 1; Geography 5 or Child Development 103 or His-tory 140; one course from: Biology 10, Geology 6, Physical Science 25; one coursefrom: Art 1, Dance 1, English 15A, 15B, 35, 36, 40A, 40B, 42, 43, 44, Music 11, 12,Theatre 1; one course from: Mathematics 73, 80, 110, 111, 115, 120, 130, 150, 170Total Units: 25-28

For information on specific university requirements and teaching careers, please con-tact the Teacher Education Preparation (TEP) Program at 310-660-3573.




Machine Tool Technology 10J Numerical Control Graphics Programming 3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab Recommended Preparation: Machine ToolTechnology 10A, Machine Tool Technolo-gy40, Machine Tool Technology 101abcd orequivalentCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This course covers Computer Aided Manu-facturing (CAM), emphasizing interactivegraphics programming for Numerical Con-trol (NC) machines. Concepts studied willinclude interactive geometry construction,tool motion, machine functions, repetitiveprogramming, graphic output and graphicediting. Students will process programsusing interactive graphics computer sys-tems.

Machine Tool Technology 10K3D Numerical Control GraphicsProgramming3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Machine Tool Technology 10Jwith a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers Computer Aided Manu-facturing (CAM), emphasizing interactivegraphics programming for Numerical Con-trol (NC) machines. Students will utilizevarious techniques of creating geometry onmultiple work planes, three dimensional(3-D) surface toolpath creation and manip-ulation, implementing 4th and 5th axismachining, generating surface to surfaceintersections, creating blends between sur-faces, creating roughing operations for 3D,and Computer Aided Design (CAD) dataconversion for the purpose of 3D machin-ing.

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Machine Tool Technology – A.S. Degree andCertificates of Achievement(Industry and Technology Division)

The machine tool technology program prepares students for employment in machineshops, tool rooms, and instrument and experimental laboratories and provides upgradeopportunities for employed industrial personnel. Students gain proficiency in the set-upand operation of drilling machines, lathes, mills, grinders, electrical discharge machines,Computer Numerical Control (CNC) lathes, CNC milling machines, and computer aidedmanufacturing systems. Competencies will be assessed regularly in accordance withskill standards established by the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS). Stu-dents completing the program may enter industry as an advanced apprentice machinistor machine operator and anticipate advancement to machinist, tool and die maker,experimental machinist, or numerical control programmer.

El Camino College Major RequirementsComplete the courses in one of the following options: Machinist or Numerical ControlProgrammer. At least 50% of the courses required for the major must be completed atEl Camino College.Machinist Option: Machine Tool Technology 2, 10A, 16ab*, 40, 101abcd*, 103abcd*,105abcd*, 107abcd* (*one semester)Total Units: 28Numerical Control Programmer Option: Machine Tool Technology 2, 10A, 10B, 10J,16ab*, 40, 101abcd*, 103abcd*, 105abcd*; one course from: Machine Tool Technology10K, 11abcd* (*one semester)Total Units: 33Recommended Electives: Computer Aided Design/Drafting 5, 10abcd, 31abcd, 45,Machine Tool Technology 95abcd, 99abc, Technical Mathematics 1, Welding 15ab

Certificates of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted to students completing the courses in theMachinist or Numerical Control Programmer options. At least 50% of the coursesrequired for the Certificate of Achievement must be completed at El Camino College.Machinist: Machine Tool Technology 2, 10A, 16ab*, 40, 101abcd*, 103abcd*, 105abcd*,107abcd* (*one semester)Total Units: 28Numerical Control Programmer: Machine Tool Technology 2, 10A, 10B, 10J, 16ab*, 40,101abcd*, 103abcd*, 105abcd*; one course from: Machine Tool Technology 10K,11abcd* (*one semester)Total Units: 33




Machine Tool Technology 11abcd(formerly 10G)Numerical Control Graphics Programming with CATIA 3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Computer Aided Design/Drafting 31abcd with a minimum grade of CRecommended Preparation: ComputerAided Design/Drafting 31abcd and MachineTool Technology 101abcdCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This is a course in computer aided numer-ical control programming emphasizinginteractive computer graphics with CATIA*(*registered trade mark of Dassault Sys-tems). Concepts explored include interac-tive geometry and surface construction,tool motion created using PrismaticMachining and Multi-Axis Surface Millingfunctions, graphic editing, graphic output,repetitive programming, and complex sur-face machining for three, four, and fiveaxis machining centers.

Machine Tool Technology 16abGeneral Metals3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the general skills ofmetal working: machine shop practice,welding, bench metal, art metal, forge,foundry and sheet metal, design, construc-tion, and occupational exploration.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Machine Tool Technology 40Machine Shop Calculations3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: TechnicalMathematics 1 or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the study of machineshop problems involving the solution offormulas related to screw threads, feedsand speeds, spur gears, simple and angularindexing. Geometric figures, angles, trian-gles, circles, arcs, trigonometric functions,compound angles and oblique triangleswill also be introduced.

Machine Tool Technology 46Basic Machine Tool Operation3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students are introduced tothe basic principles and operation ofmachine tools with emphasis on benchoperations, drilling, engine lathe, milling,and grinding machines. Standard industrypractices and tool set ups are emphasized.Laboratory projects and exercises relatedto the lectures and demonstrations will beassigned.

Machine Tool Technology 47abcdNIMS Level I CredentialPreparation0.5 - 2 units; 1.5 - 6 hours lab per week tobe arrangedPrerequisite: Machine Tool Technology13A with a minimum grade of CCredit, not degree applicable

In this course students develop theirmachining skills in preparation for theseven categories of NIMS (National Insti-tute for Metalworking Skills) Level I cre-dential examinations. Skill developmentactivities will focus on safe machiningpractices, blueprint reading, machine toolcalculations, workpiece inspection, set up,and operation of conventional machinetools.Note: Pass/no pass only.

Machine Tool Technology 48abcdNIMS Level II CredentialPreparation0.5 - 2 units; 1.5 - 6 hours lab per week tobe arrangedPrerequisite: Machine Tool Technology13A with a minimum grade of CCredit, not degree applicable

In this course students develop theirmachining skills in preparation for the sixcategories of NIMS (National Institute forMetalworking Skills) Level II credentialexaminations. Skill development activitieswill focus on safe machining practices,blueprint reading, machine tool calcula-tions, workpiece inspection, set up, andoperation of conventional and CNC (Com-puter Numerically Controlled) machinetools.Note: Pass/no pass only.

Machine Tool Technology 50Special Topics in Machine ToolTechnologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inMachine Tool Technology more specificthan provided in other courses in the regu-lar departmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Machine Tool Technology 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the MachineTool Technology field. These experienceswill enable students to improve job skills,analyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Machine Tool Technology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inMachine Tool Technology with a minimumgrade of B in each and acknowledgement ofthe instructor with whom the student willworkCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Machine ToolTechnology not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned Machine Tool Technologyprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Machine Tool Technology 101abcdIntroduction to Conventional andCNC Machining4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This introductory course covers the princi-ples and operation of conventional andCNC (Computer Numerically Controlled)machine tools with an emphasis on safety,measurement, hand tools, power saws,drilling machines, lathes, and milling andgrinding machines focusing on practicesand setups used in industry.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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Machine Tool Technology 103abcdConventional and CNC Turning4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Machine Tool Technology46 or 101abcd (or the former Machine ToolTechnology 13A) with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers at an advanced level theprinciples and operation of conventionaland CNC (Computer Numerically Con-trolled) machine tools with an emphasis onthe set up and operation of lathes. Topicswill include safety, turning, drilling, bor-ing, threading, cutting tools, CNC pro-gramming practices, and setups as appliedin industry.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Machine Tool Technology 105abcdConventional and CNC Milling4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Machine Tool Technology46 or 101abcd (or the former Machine ToolTechnology 13A) with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers at an advanced level theprinciples and operation of conventionaland CNC (Computer Numerically Con-trolled) machine tools with an emphasis onthe set up and operation of millingmachines. Topics will include safety,drilling, milling, tapping, tooling, CNC pro-gramming practices, and setups as appliedin industry.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Machine Tool Technology 107abcdAdvanced ManufacturingProcesses4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Machine Tool Technology46 or 101abcd (or the former Machine ToolTechnology 13A) with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the principles and oper-ation of machine tools with an emphasison advanced manufacturing processes andmachines, such as EDM (Electrical Dis-charge Machines), water abrasive jetmachines, and grinding machines. Addi-tional topics will include abrasives, coordi-nate measuring machines, advanced preci-sion measurement, GD&T (GeometricDimensioning and Tolerancing), opticalcomparators, and practices and setups asapplied in industry.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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Manufacturing Technology – A.S. Degree andCertificate of Achievement(Industry and Technology Division)

The manufacturing technology program prepares students for employment in fieldsrelated to manufacturing. By completing the degree or certificate requirements, stu-dents acquire a foundation in computer aided design, machining, electronics, technicalmathematics, and welding. Students also select a career field in which to specialize orbroaden their knowledge. These fields include computer aided design/drafting, elec-tronics, environmental technology, machine tool technology, quality assurance, orwelding. Competencies will be assessed regularly by student performance in the class-room and laboratory.

El Camino College Major RequirementsMachine Tool Technology 101abcd*; Machine Tool Technology 10A or ComputerAided Design/Drafting 10abcd*; Machine Tool Technology 2 or Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 5; Technical Mathematics 1 or Machine Tool Technology 40; Electron-ics and Computer Hardware Technology 11; Welding 15ab*; a minimum of 18 units from: Computer Aided Design/Drafting 28abcd*, 31abcd*,32abcd*, 33abcd*, 37abcd*, 45, 47, 49; Electronics and Computer Hardware Technol-ogy 22, 110, 120, 122, 124, 130, 140ab*, 142ab*, 144ab*, 191, 192,; Engineering Tech-nology 10 or 10A and 10B, 12 or 12A and 12B, 14 or 14A and 14B, 16 or 16A and 16B,18 or 18A and 18B; ; Machine Tool Technology 10B, 10J, 10K, 11abcd, 103abcd*,105abcd*, 107abcd*; Manufacturing Technology 2, 70, 75 or 75A and 75B; Welding1, 2abc, 21, 23abc, 40abcd, 45ab; Cooperative Work Experience Education courses: a maximum of 4 units from eitherComputer Aided Design/Drafting 95abcd, Electronics and Computer Hardware Tech-nology 95abcd, Machine Tool Technology95abcd, Welding 95abcd (*one semester)Total Units: 37

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. At least 50% of the courses required for the Certificate of Achievement must becompleted at El Camino College.Machine Tool Technology 101abcd*; Machine Tool Technology 10A or ComputerAided Design/Drafting 10abcd*; Machine Tool Technology 2 or Computer AidedDesign/Drafting 5; Technical Mathematics 1 or Machine Tool Technology 40; Electron-ics and Computer Hardware Technology 11; Welding 15ab*; a minimum of 18 units from: Computer Aided Design/Drafting 28abcd*, 31abcd*,32abcd*, 33abcd*, 37abcd*, 45, 47, 49; Electronics and Computer Hardware Technol-ogy 22, 110, 120, 122, 124, 130, 140ab*, 142ab*, 144ab*, 191, 192,; Engineering Tech-nology 10 or 10A and 10B, 12 or 12A and 12B, 14 or 14A and 14B, 16 or 16A and 16B,18 or 18A and 18B; Machine Tool Technology 10B, 10J, 10K, 11abcd, 103abcd*,105abcd*, 107abcd*; Manufacturing Technology 2, 70, 75 or 75A and 75B; Welding1, 2abc, 21, 23abc, 40abcd, 45ab; Cooperative Work Experience Education courses: amaximum of 4 units from either Computer Aided Design/Drafting95abcd, Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology 95abcd, Machine Tool Tech-nology 95abcd, Welding 95abcd (*one semester)Total Units: 37




ManufacturingTechnologyManufacturing Technology 2Materials and Processes ofManufacturing3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces students to materi-als used in manufacturing, their properties,characteristics, classification, and treat-ment. The manufacturing processes ofmaterial removal, fabrication, joining, sur-face preparation, casting, molding, forging,and extruding are also covered. Thecourse will assist the student in preparingfor certification as a Certified Manufactur-ing Technologist (CMT) sponsored by theSociety of Manufacturing Engineers (SME).

Manufacturing Technology 50Special Topics in ManufacturingTechnologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inManufacturing Technology more specificthan provided in other courses in the regu-lar departmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Manufacturing Technology 70Basic Robotics2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will explore thetechnologies used to fabricate model robot-ic systems. Additional topics coveredinclude basic electronics theory, electro-mechanical fabrication, micro-controlleroperation, machining processes, metal fab-rication, and careers in technology. Projectbuilding and problem solving will bestressed.

Manufacturing Technology 75Integrated Robotic andAutomated Technologies3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labRecommended Preparation: Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology 11,Manufacturing Technology 70Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers robotic and automationapplications with emphasis on imbeddedelectronics, micro-controller programming,motors, and drive trains. Additional topicscovered include electronics theory, electro-mechanical fabrication, sensors, manufac-turing materials and processes, and careerfields in which robotic applications areused. Students will construct, program,and test a vehicular or process robot.

Manufacturing Technology 75AIntegrated Robotic and AutomatedTechnologies I 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab Recommended Preparation: Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology 11,Manufacturing Technology 70 Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the first course in a two-coursesequence that covers robotic and automa-tion applications with emphasis on elec-tronics theory, electro-mechanical fabrica-tion, motors, and drive trains. Studentswill construct, program, and test a vehicu-lar or process robot. Note: The two course sequence ManufacturingTechnology 75A and 75B is the same as Manu-facturing Technology 75.

Manufacturing Technology 75BIntegrated Robotic and AutomatedTechnologies II 1.5 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab Recommended Preparation: Electronicsand Computer Hardware Technology 11,Manufacturing Technology 70, 75A Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This is the second course in a two coursesequence that covers robotic and automa-tion applications with emphasis on imbed-ded electronics, micro-controller program-ming, sensors, manufacturing materialsand processes. Students will construct, pro-gram, and test a vehicular or process robotto satisfy instructor assigned goals or tasks.Note: The two-course sequence ManufacturingTechnology 75A and 75B is the same as Manu-facturing Technology 75.

Manufacturing Technology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inManufacturing Technology with a mini-mum grade of B in each and acknowledg-ment by the instructor with whom the stu-dent will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of ManufacturingTechnology not covered in the regulardepartmental offerings. Regular confer-ences with the instructor are coordinatedwith assigned Manufacturing Technologyprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

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MathematicsCourse prerequisites must be satisfied atEl Camino College or another accreditedcollege. A transcript or grade slip isrequired for verification of a grade fromanother college. The El Camino CollegeMathematics Placement Test may be takenonly for initial mathematics course place-ment. Skipping a course by re-taking theMathematics Placement Test is not permit-ted.

Mathematics 10ABasic Arithmetic Skills, Part I2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This introductory arithmetic course isdesigned to develop number and operationsense using whole numbers and fractions.Topics include writing whole numbers invarious forms, estimation, divisibility tests,and applications.Note: Students enrolled in this course arerequired to participate in individual and groupactivities.

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Mathematics 10BBasic Arithmetic Skills, Part II2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 10A with aminimum grade of CCredit, not degree applicable

This course is a continuation of arithmeticand is designed to develop number andoperation sense using decimals and per-cents and to develop problem-solving skillsusing proportions. Topics include writingdecimals in various forms, estimation,ratios, and applications.Note: Students enrolled in this course arerequired to participate in individual and groupactivities.

Mathematics 12Basic Arithmetic Skills3 units; 4 hours lectureCredit, not degree applicable

This introductory arithmetic course isdesigned to develop number and operationsense using whole numbers, fractions, dec-imals, and percents, as well as developproblem-solving skills. Topics includewriting whole numbers and decimals invarious forms, estimation, ratios, propor-tions, and applications.Note: Students enrolled in this course arerequired to participate in individual and groupactivities.Note: Mathematics 12 is the same as Mathemat-ics 10A and 10B.

Mathematics 23Pre-Algebra3 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 10B or 12 witha minimum grade of C in prerequisite orqualification by testing (El Camino CollegeMathematics Placement Test) and assess-mentCredit, not degree applicable

This course bridges the gap between arith-metic and formal algebra, developing num-ber sense and operation sense, in order toformulate and solve algebraic equationswith integers, fractions, and percents.Algebraic principles are applied to prob-lems from a variety of fields. Other topicsinclude: proportional reasoning, spatialreasoning, informal geometry and meas-urement, coordinate graphing, informa-tional graphs, and data collection anddescription.

Mathematics 25Pre-Algebra Review2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 10B or 12 witha minimum grade of C in prerequisite orqualification by testing (El Camino CollegeMathematicsPlacement Test) and assessmentCredit, not degree applicable

This course is a review of pre-algebra andmeets the needs of students who have pre-vious pre-algebra experience. Topicsinclude the arithmetic operations of addi-tion, subtraction, multiplication, divisionand exponentiation on the sets of naturalnumbers, integers, and rational numbers.Knowledge of these operations is extendedto evaluate and simplify algebraic expres-sions as well as to solve linear equations,and application problems.

Mathematics 33(formerly Mathematics 41A)Extended Elementary Algebra,Part I 3 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 23 or Mathe-matics 25 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisite or qualification by testing (ElCamino College Mathematics PlacementTest) and assessmentCredit, not degree applicable

This is the first course in the two-courseExtended Elementary Algebra sequence,which begins at a slower pace than ele-mentary algebra. Students examine theconnections between the order of opera-tion on real numbers and the elementaryalgebraic ideas of variables, expressions,and equations. Students explore the fourfundamental representations of relationsbetween two variables: verbal, algebraic,graphical, and numerical. Linear relationsserve as the primary example, but studentsalso study quadratic relations. Students areexpected to master basic numeric and alge-braic manipulation skills, including com-bining like terms, expanding products, andelementary factoring.

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Mathematics – A.S. Degree(Mathematical Sciences Division)

The degree provides the student with sufficient depth to support a lifelong interest inmathematics, and is suitable for the student who plans to transfer in mathematics. Thecore of the major is the calculus sequence, in which the student will acquire a concep-tual understanding of the principles of differential and integral calculus for functions ofone and several variables, as well as the ability to apply calculus techniques in a vari-ety of applications. A minimum of one additional course is required to provide the stu-dent with greater breadth in mathematics. Competency will be assessed by evaluatingthe student’s ability to solve a wide range of calculus and other mathematical problems.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAt least 8 units for this degree must be completed at El Camino College.Mathematics 190, 191, 220; four units from: Mathematics 140, 150, 210, 270;Physics 1A; Computer Science 1Total Units: 19-20




Mathematics


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Math 80Intermediate Algebra for

STEM**5 unit, 5 hr lec

Math 60Geometry

4 unit, 4 hr lec

Math 73Intermediate Algebra for

GE*5 unit, 5 hr lec

IntermediateAlgebra

Associate Degree Mathematics

Competency Courses

* General Education

** Science, Technology,

Engineering

and Mathematics

Transfer-Level Mathematics

General Education Courses

Mathematics for Teachers

Advanced Mathematics Courses

Math 60 has a prerequisite

of Math 40 or Math 43.

A student who earns an A, B or C in

either Math 40 or Math 43 may enroll

in either Math 73 or Math 80.

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3 unit, 4 hr lec

Math 10A2 unit

Math 10B2 unit

Arithmetic

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Math 252 unit

Pre-Algebra

Math 333 unit, 4 hr lec


Extended Elementary

Algebra Parts I and II


Elementary Algebra

A student finishing Math 23

with a C should consider

enrolling in Math 33.

A student finishing Math 23

with an A or a B should

consider enrolling in Math 40.

El Camino CollegePre-Transfer Mathematics


Mathematics 40Elementary Algebra4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 23 or Mathe-matics 25 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisite or qualification by testing(El Camino College Mathematics Place-ment Test) and assessmentCredit, degree applicable

This course in elementary algebra includesthe study of real number solutions andapplications of linear equations, quadraticequations, linear inequalities, and systemsof linear equations. Other topics includecoordinate graphing or linear equations,factoring techniques, and simplification ofrational and radical expressions.Note: Mathematics 40 is equivalent to one yearof high school algebra.

Mathematics 43(formerly Mathematics 41B)Extended Elementary Algebra,Part II 3 units; 4 hours lecture Prerequisite: Mathematics 33 with a mini-mum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicable

This is the second course in the two-courseExtended Elementary Algebra sequence.Students in this course explore the conceptof relation and its four fundamental repre-sentations: verbal, algebraic, graphical,and numerical. Students show mastery ofmore advanced algebraic manipulationskills, including extracting roots and moreadvanced factoring. Students examine sys-tems of linear equations, as well as quad-ratic, reciprocal and square root relations.

Mathematics 50Special Topics in MathematicsUnits determined by individual course;lecture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inMathematics more specific than providedin other courses in the regular departmen-tal curriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Mathematics 60Elementary Geometry4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 40 orMathematics 43 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or qualification by testing(El Camino College Mathematics Placement Test) and assessmentCredit, degree applicable

This is an introductory course in geometry.Topics include: properties of geometricfigures including circles, triangles andother polygons, congruence and similarity,and elementary logical reasoning. Formalproof is introduced and used throughoutthe course. Note: This course is equivalent to one year ofhigh school geometry.

Mathematics 73 Intermediate Algebra for GeneralEducation 5 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 40 or 43 with aminimum grade of C in prerequisite orqualification by testing (El Camino CollegeMathematics Placement Test) and assess-ment Credit, degree applicable

This intermediate algebra course isdesigned for students who are not consid-ering advanced study in the sciences, tech-nology, engineering, or mathematics. Inthe context of studying basic functions andtheir graphs, students strengthen andexpand their algebra skills. Functions stud-ied include linear, quadratic, polynomial,rational, and radical functions, as well asthe absolute value function. Particularemphasis is placed on the operations onfunctions, solving equations and inequali-ties, as well as using functions to modelreal life situations. Other topics includesolving systems of equations and applica-tions. Note: Mathematics 73 serves as a prerequisitecourse for all transfer-level mathematics coursesequences, except the calculus sequence.

Mathematics 80(formerly Mathematics 70)Intermediate Algebra for Science,Technology, Engineering, andMathematics5 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 40 orMathematics 43 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or qualification by testing(El Camino College Mathematics Placement Test) and assessmentCredit, degree applicable

This intermediate algebra course isdesigned for students who are consideringfurther study in the sciences, technology,engineering, or mathematics. In the con-text of studying a large library of basicfunctions and their graphs, studentsstrengthen and expand their algebra skills.The library includes linear, quadratic,polynomial, rational, radical, exponential,and logarithmic functions, as well asinverse functions and the absolute valuefunction. Particular emphasis is placed onthe operations on functions, as well as solv-ing equations and inequalities. Other top-ics include solving systems of equations,operations on complex numbers, andapplications.Note: Mathematics 80 serves as a prerequisitecourse for all transfer-level mathematics coursesequences, including the calculus sequence.

Mathematics 99abcIndependent Study1-3 unitsEnrollment Limitation: Completion of twoMathematics courses that are transferableto CSU or UC with a minimum grade of Bin each course and acknowledgement by theinstructor with whom the student willwork.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of mathematicsnot covered in the regular departmentalofferings. Regular conferences with theinstructor are coordinated with assignedmathematics research projects (60 hoursper unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.






Mathematics 100Supervised Tutoring: Mathematics0 units; maximum 72 hours per semester Corequisite: enrollment in an El CaminoCollege Mathematics Department course Enrollment Limitation: Referral by instruc-tor or counselor based on assessed academ-ic need Non-Credit

This course provides students with super-vised tutoring related to their assignmentsin all mathematics courses offered at ElCamino College. The tutoring addressesthe application of learning skills, the use oflearning resources, and the review ofcourse content. Note: This course is repeatable and open forenrollment at registration and at any time duringthe semester.

Mathematics 110Structures and Concepts inMathematics3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 73 or Mathe-matics 80 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisite or qualification by testing (ElCamino College Mathematics PlacementTest) and assessment Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

As an introduction to the use of logical,quantitative, and spatial reasoning in thediscipline of mathematics, students in thiscourse examine the mathematical topics ofset theory, numeration, number theory,functions, graphs, patterns and the struc-ture of real numbers. Students investigatethe interrelationships among these topics,with a emphasis on algebraic, geometricand kinesthetic modeling, inductive anddeductive logic, and proofs using pictures.Designed for pre-service elementaryschool teachers, this course is appropriatefor all students interested in a deeperunderstanding of the structure of mathe-matics.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 110, 111, 115,and 116 is one course.

Mathematics 111Mathematics for ElementarySchool Teachers - Geometry,Probability and Statistics3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 60 with a mini-mum grade of C or equivalent;and Mathematics 73 or Mathematics 80with a minimum grade of C in prerequisiteor equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course, designed for preservice ele-mentary school teachers, will examine fourcontent areas: Geometry (plane, solid, andcoordinate geometry, congruence, similari-ty and tessellations); Measurement andEstimation (length, area, and volume); Sta-tistics (graphs, measures of central tenden-cy); and Probability (single and multistagedevents, odds and expected values, and nor-mal distributions).*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 110, 111, 115,and 116 is one course.

Mathematics 115Probability and Statistics forProspective Elementary SchoolTeachers4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 73 or Mathe-matics 80 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisite or qualification by testing (ElCamino College Mathematics PlacementTest) and assessmentRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

In this course, designed for prospective ele-mentary school teachers, student focus onthe conceptual and procedural understand-ing of probability and statistics. During thestatistics portion of the course, studentsinvestigate the creation and interpretationof graphs, random variables and sampling,measures of central tendency and disper-sion, analysis of experiments includinghypothesis testing, design of experiments,and data gathering. During the probabilityportion of the course, students explore thebasic laws of probability, includingdependent, independent, and mutuallyexclusive events, odds, and expected out-comes. Group activities and hands-onactivities, as well as the use of graphingcalculators and statistical software, areintegrated throughout the course.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 110, 111, 115,and 116 is one course.

Mathematics 116Geometry and Measurement forProspective Elementary SchoolTeachers4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 60 andMathematics 110 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

In this course, designed for prospective ele-mentary school teachers, students focus onthe conceptual and procedural understand-ing of geometry and measurement. Stu-dents explore informal geometry, congru-ence similarity, constructions, transforma-tions, tessellations, and measurementinvolving both English and metric units inone, two, and three dimensions. The use ofappropriate units in real-world geometricsituations is emphasized throughout thecourse. Group activities, hands-on activi-ties and use of computer software are inte-grated throughout the course.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 110, 111, 115,and 116 is one course.

Mathematics 120Nature of Mathematics3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 73 or Mathe-matics 80 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisite or qualification by testing (ElCamino College MathematicsPlacement Test) and assessmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course surveys general ideas and con-cepts of mathematics, including mathemat-ics of finance, set theory, probability, sta-tistics, voting systems, logic, and types ofgeometries.Note: This course meets the CSU general educa-tion requirement for mathematics and quantita-tive reasoning.

Mathematics 130College Algebra3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 73 or Mathe-matics 80 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisite or qualification by testing (ElCamino College MathematicsPlacement Test) and assessmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU UC*

In this course, students will explore poly-nomial, radical, rational, exponential, andlogarithmic functions and their graphs, aswell as sequences, series, combinatorics,and the Binomial Theorem. *Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 130 and Mathe-matics 180 is one course.

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Mathematics 140Finite Mathematics for Businessand Social Sciences4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 73 or Mathe-matics 80 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisite or qualification by testing (ElCamino College MathematicsPlacement Test) and assessmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course consists of a study of theGauss-Jordan method, matrices, linear pro-gramming from a geometrical approach,logic sets, combinatorics, probability,Bayes’ theorem, random variables,descriptive statistics, and Markov chains.

Mathematics 150Elementary Statistics withProbability4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 73 or Mathe-matics 80 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisite or qualification by testing (ElCamino College Mathematics PlacementTest) and assessmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

The focus of this course is the basic prac-tice of statistics, including descriptive sta-tistics, inferential statistics, and the roleprobability plays in statistical analysis.Students calculate and interpret variousdescriptive statistics using graphing calcu-lators with statistical testing capabilitiesand statistical software, as well as by hand.Major topics include methods of data col-lection and simulation; measures of centraltendency, variability, and relative position;graphical summaries of data; linear regres-sion and correlation; distributions, includ-ing normal and binomial distributions;probability theory; and inferential statisti-cal methods. Students choose, justify, use,and interpret the results of inferential tech-niques, such as confidence intervals,hypothesis texts, goodness of fit, analysisof variance, and nonparametric tests.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 150 and Psychol-ogy 9A or Mathematics 150 and Sociology 109 isone course.

Mathematics 160Calculus I for the Biological, Management and Social Sciences 4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 130 orMathematics 180 with a minimum gradeof C in prerequisite or qualification by test-ing (El Camino College MathematicsPlacement Test) and assessmentRecommended Preparation: Mathematics130 with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU, UC*

This course includes the study of differen-tiation and integration of algebraic andexponential functions of one variable, defi-nite integrals and applications. These top-ics are applied to practical problems in rel-evant disciplines, such as life sciences, eco-nomics or sociology.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 160 and 161 andMathematics 190 and 191 is one series.

Mathematics 161Calculus II for the Biological, Management and Social Sciences 3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 160 with a min-imum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course includes techniques of single-variable integration; both differential andintegral multi-variable calculus, differen-tial equations; and infinite sequences andseries. These topics are applied to practicalproblems in relevant disciplines, such aslife sciences, economics or sociology.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 160 and 161 andMathematics 190 and 191 is one series.

Mathematics 170Trigonometry3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 60 and Mathe-matics 80 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisite or qualification by testing (ElCamino College MathematicsPlacement Test) and assessmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course includes a study of trigonomet-ric functions, their inverses, trigonometricidentities, equations, complex numbers,graphs of trigonometric functions, andapplications.Note: One year of high school geometry is equiv-alent to Mathematics 60.

Mathematics 180Pre-Calculus5 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 170 with a min-imum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a preparation for calculus.Topics of study include polynomial, ration-al, exponential, logarithmic, and trigono-metric functions as well as their inverses.Matrices and analytic geometry are intro-duced, as well as sequences and series.The application of these topics is stressedto enhance conceptual understanding ofthe material. .*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 180 and Mathe-matics 130 is one course.

Mathematics 190Single Variable Calculus andAnalytical Geometry I5 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 180 with a min-imum grade of C or qualification by testing(El Camino College MathematicsPlacement Test) and assessmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

Topics in this course include: limits, deriv-atives of algebraic, trigonometric and tran-scendental functions; differentials; graph-ing; applications; definite and indefiniteintegrals. Problem solving using a comput-er algebra system is integrated throughoutthe course.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 160 and 161 andMathematics 190 and 191 is one series.

Mathematics 191Single Variable Calculus andAnalytic Geometry II5 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 190 with a min-imum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course includes methods of integra-tion; applications of integration; improperintegrals; numerical integration; infinitesequences, series and power series; para-metric equations, polar coordinates; aswell as conic sections.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Mathematics 160 and 161 andMathematics 190 and 191 is one series.





Music


Mathematics 210Introduction to Discrete Structures4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 190 with a min-imum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course blends mathematical reason-ing, combinatorial analysis, discrete struc-tures, algorithmic thinking and modelingto study the problems that occur in com-puter science and mathematics. Topicscovered include: logic, sets, proofs, func-tions, relations, number theory, counting,graphs and trees.

Mathematics 220Multi-Variable Calculus5 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 191 with a min-imum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course contains topics in differentialcalculus in several variables, including par-tial differentiation; tangent planes to sur-faces; directional derivatives; and opti-mization problems. Topics in integral cal-culus in several variables include line, sur-face, and volume integrals, as well as thetheorems of Green, Gauss (Divergence)and Stokes as generalizations of the Funda-mental Theorem Calculus. Other topicsinclude vector algebra and solid analyticgeometry.

Mathematics 270Differential Equations withLinear Algebra5 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Mathematics 220 with a min-imum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course consists of a study of firstorder ordinary differential equations, sys-tems of linear equations, matrices, deter-minants, vector spaces, linear transforma-tions, linear second-order ordinary differ-ential equations, power series solutions,numerical methods, Laplace transforms,eigenvalues, eigenvectors, systems of lin-ear differential equations and applications.

Medical Terminology Medical Terminology 1(formerly Medical Assistant 4)Medical Terminology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable

This course provides study and practicalapplication of a medical vocabulary systemaccording to body systems. Studentsreview the basic construction of medicalwords, concentrating on word origins, rootwords, prefixes, and suffixes. Word struc-ture, recognition, analysis, definition,spelling, and pronunciation are presentedin the context of medical terms for organs,diseases, symptoms, diagnostic tests, andmedical surgical procedures.

MedicineSee Pre-Medicine

MeteorologySee Geography

MicrobiologyMicrobiology 33General Microbiology5 units; 3 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Biology 10 or Anatomy 30 orAnatomy 32 or Physiology 31 or Anatomyand Physiology 34A; and Chemistry 4 orChemistry 20 or Chemistry 1A or Chem-istry 21A or equivalent with a minimumgrade of C in prerequisiteTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a study of microbial anato-my and physiology, classification,microbes in water, air, soil, food, sewage,and medical aspects of microbiology. Italso includes the study of fundamentaltechniques in the growth, culture, andidentification of microorganisms. Labora-tory experiments are performed by stu-dents to reinforce principles of microbiolo-gy discussed in lecture. This course isdesigned for students planning to pursuecareers in the health sciences or other lifesciences.

MusicMusic 1Music Fundamentals3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students will analyze and identi-fy the fundamentals of music theory. It pre-pares students for further study in theory andmusicianship and serves to enhance the studyand appreciation of music for all interested stu-dents. Students will analyze music beginningwith pitch and rhythm notation, the keyboardand major scales, the course proceeds throughintervals, triads, seventh chords, inversions,minor scales, cadences, and non-harmonictones. Included are terms and symbols fortempi, dynamics, and repeats.

Music 2ASightsinging2 units; 2 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course develops fundamental skillsfor reading and singing music at sight. Thisincludes pitch and rhythm notation, keysignatures, intervals, major and minormodes, and melodies. Class assignmentswill incorporate exercises in sightsinging,including melodic and rhythmic dictation.

Music 2BAdvanced Sightsinging2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Music 1 or 2A or 31A with aminimum grade of C in prerequisite orequivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course continues the development ofessential skills for reading and singingmusic at sight, including ear training andsinging of major and minor mode-scales,intervals, chords, rhythms and melodies ofincreasing difficulty. Class assignments willincorporate exercises in melodic, rhythmicand harmonic sightsinging and dictation.

Music 3 Introduction to Music Theory 3 units; 3 hours lecture Enrollment Limitation: ability to readmusic notation (treble or bass clef andrhythm/meter) Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for students whoread music but have little or no back-ground in music theory. Emphasis isplaced on music notation, the piano key-board, rhythm and meter, major andminor scales and key signatures, intervals,chords, musicianship, and correspondingaural skills.



Music 3ATheory and Musicianship I4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Music 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalent Recommended Preparation: Music 2A;Music 31A or equivalent; eligibility for Eng-lish 1A or ESL 52CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course designed for the musicmajor, students acquire knowledge of tonalharmony and develop corresponding auralskills. Four-part voice leading principles,harmonic progression, Roman numeralanalysis, musical form, and non-chordtones are emphasized. Appropriate exercis-es in sight-singing and dictation willaccompany written work.

Music 3BTheory and Musicianship II4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Music 3A with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentRecommended Preparation: Music 2A or2B; Music 31B or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of Music 3Aand expands the study of tonal music byenlarging the harmonic vocabulary toinclude diatonic seventh chords and sec-ondary functions. Modulation types com-mon to music of the 18th century andsmall forms will also be discussed. Appro-priate exercises in sight-singing and dicta-tion will accompany written work.

Music 3CTheory and Musicianship III4 units; 5 hours lecturePrerequisite: Music 3B with a minimumgrade of C or equivalent Recommended Preparation: Music 15A or15BCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of Music 3Band expands the study of tonal music byenlarging the harmonic vocabulary toinclude the remaining chords. Small formwill be reviewed as a precursor to sonataform, and students will study enharmonicmodulation, modes, instrumental transpo-sition, and orchestral score reading.Appropriate exercises in sight-singing anddictation will accompany written work.

Music 5Commercial/Jazz Theory and Musicianship3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Music 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentRecommended Preparation: Music 3A orequivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, students acquire knowledgeof tonal harmony used in commercialmusic and jazz. Emphasis is placed on har-monic, rhythmic and melodic vocabular-ies; chord-scale relationships, and basickeyboard applications. Students developskills in ear training, writing transcriptionsof recorded performances, composition,and music manuscript preparation.

Music 7Exploring Music in Education3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for students inter-ested in elementary school education. Itcomprise the fundamentals of music,singing, and playing the recorder, as wellas rhythm and accompanying instruments.Also included are music listening skills andan introduction to music of different cul-tures and styles. Students will attendselected performances.

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Music – A.A. Degree(Fine Arts Division)

By completing the degree or certificate requirements, students gain theoretical and prac-tical knowledge of the music and/or entertainment industries. The degree provides stu-dents with a comprehensive foundation in music theory, history, and performance. Thisis achieved through a structured training program which includes solos, ensembles,musicianship, basic vocal, keyboard, and technological skills. Completing the certificaterequirements prepares students for entry-level positions in music merchandising, audiofor film/video production, computer music synthesis, songwriting, and recording engi-neering. Students will demonstrate proficiency throughout the program by analyzing,writing, interpreting, and performing pieces of music, or through demonstrating skills inmusic technology. Program assessment is measured by juried and public performances,program completion, transferability, and periodic program review.

El Camino College Major Requirements8 units from Music Theory: Music 3A, 3B, 3C6 units from History: Music 15A, 15B4 units from Keyboard: Music 31A, 31B, 31C, 31D, 32abcd2 units from Voice: Music 18ab, 19abcd, 40abcd, 41abcd4 units from Music 23abcdPerformance - minimum of six units: Music 52abcd, 53abcd, 55abcd, 57abcd, 64abcd,65abcd, 67abcd, 68abcd, 69abcd, 70abcd, 71abcd, 72abcdRecommended Electives: Music 2A, 2B, 5, 8A, 8B, 20abcd, 22abcd, 30ab, 60abcd,61abcd, 62abcd, 63abcd, 76abcd, 79abcd, 80, 81A, 81B, 90abcd, 131abTotal Units: 30

Preparations for the Transfer MajorFor information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer cur-riculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor, orvisit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help you ful-fill your associate degree requirements.



Music 8ACounterpoint2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Music 3B with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to melodyand contrapuntal procedures of the 18thcovering species counterpoint in two voic-es. Students will analyze binary form com-positions and compose their own works inthe style of J.S. Bach.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Music 8BCounterpoint II2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Music 8A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of Music 8Aand includes the advanced study of contra-puntal procedures during the 18th centurywith specific emphasis given to the analy-sis and composition of canons, inventions,and fugues.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Music 11Music Appreciation Survey3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the major stylisticperiods of Western art music from theMiddle Ages until the end of the 20th Cen-tury. An emphasis will be placed on themusic heard in North American and Euro-pean concert halls. Examples will be pre-sented in the context of contemporaneoussocial, political, and artistic movementsand events. Basic musical elements, termi-nology, voice categories, and instrumentsof the orchestra will be included.

Music 12Music Cultures of the World3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the styles, tech-niques, performers, and historical evolu-tion of Western and non-Western music.Emphasis is placed on African, Asian,Latin American, and Polynesian music andthe relationship between the music and theculture. In addition, American ethnicmusic and jazz will be presented.

Music 13Survey of Jazz3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses primarily on the tech-niques, styles, performers, and historicalevolution of jazz. In addition, a survey ofAfrican and African-American predeces-sors of jazz will be presented.

Music 15AMusic History and Literature upto 17503 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the major stylisticperiods of music up to 1750. The evolutionof Western art music from the time ofancient Greece and Rome until the end ofthe Baroque era will be presented in con-text with contemporaneous social, politi-cal, and artistic movements and events.

Music 15BMusic History and Literature –1750 to Present3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the major stylisticperiods of music from 1750 to 2000. Theevolution of Western art music from theend of the Baroque era until the end of the20th Century will be presented in contextwith contemporaneous social, political,and artistic movements and events.

Music 16History of Rock Music3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Eligibility forEnglish 1ATransfer CSU

This course focuses on the techniques,styles, composers/performers, and evolu-tion of rock and roll from the 1950s to thepresent. Emphasis is placed on the rootsand early development of rock music, itsstylistic trends, influential artists, and theimpact of technology on rock musicthroughout the years.

Music 17Music of the Beatles3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course surveys musical styles of theBeatles from 1957-1970. It focuses on thehistorical, aesthetic, social-political, eco-nomic, and technological developmentsthat have shaped the evolution of popularmusic. Emphasis is placed on identifyingthe Beatles’ various musical periods, stylis-tic practices in compositions and concerts,and reflections of and impacts on the cul-tural and social issues of their time.

Music 18abVoice Class I2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces principles and tech-niques of singing, musicianship and songrepertoire. Attendance at selected musicalevents at El Camino College Center for theArts is required.

Music 19abcdVoice Class II2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: one semester of Music 18abwith a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course continues the development ofvocal technique, musicianship, style andinterpretation, with increased emphasis onrepertoire development. In each successivesemester phonetic diction will be intro-duced, first in Italian, then Spanish, Ger-man, and French. Attendance at selectedmusical events at El Camino College Cen-ter for the Arts is required.

Music 20abcdMusic Production Workshop1 unit; 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: the ability todance and actEnrollment Limitation: Audition. Studentsmust be able to match pitch and sing a har-mony part.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course offers the opportunity to par-ticipate in a musical theatre production asa member of the chorus or as a soloist.

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Music 23abcdApplied Music/Private Lessons1 unit; 1 hour lecture, 6 hours lab arrangedCorequisite: large ensemble class at ElCamino CollegeEnrollment Limitation: audition to estab-lish performance proficiency at an interme-diate level before or during the first week ofthe semesterCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a recital workshop whichincludes a weekly private lesson. The stu-dent is required to practice on campus aminimum of six hours per week, to enrolland participate in a large performingensemble class at El Camino College, andto attend selected musical events offeredby the El Camino College Center for theArts and in the community. Selected stu-dents may perform in a public recital andin occasional master classes.

Music 30abBeginning Jazz Improvisation2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labEnrollment Limitation: audition at first-class meeting (ability to perform music ofmoderate difficulty on a standard bandinstrument or vocally)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a study of the basic tech-niques of jazz improvisation. Emphasis isplaced on the study and application ofscales, chords, patterns, and “licks” usedby musicians to create improvisations ontonal, modal, and blues-based songs.Except for keyboards and drums, studentsmust provide their own instruments forclassroom performances.

Music 31ABeginning Piano I2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for the beginningpiano student. It introduces music nota-tion and its application to playing pianomusic and proceeds through pieces andexercises of advancing difficulty for theelementary player. Concepts and tech-niques of musicianship and music theoryare emphasized.

Music 31BBeginning Piano II2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: Music 31A with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of Music 31A(Beginning Piano) using increasingly com-plex materials. Students will attend select-ed musical events at the El Camino CollegeCenter for the Arts and in the community.

Music 31CIntermediate Piano I2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: Music 31B with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course continues the development ofmusical, technical and functional skillsusing selected intermediate repertoire rep-resentative of the stylistic periods. Atten-dance at specified musical events at the ElCamino College Center for the Arts and inthe community is required.

Music 31DIntermediate Piano II2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: Music 31C with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course continues the development ofmusical, technical and functional skillsusing selected intermediate and intermedi-ate/advanced repertoire representative ofthe style periods, the Baroque, Classic,Romantic and Contemporary. Attendanceat specified musical events at the ElCamino College Center for the Arts and inthe community is required.

Music 32abcdAdvanced Piano 2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: Music 31D with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course continues the development ofmusical, technical and functional skillsusing selected advanced repertoire repre-sentative of the style periods, the Baroque,Classic, Romantic, and Contemporary.Attendance at specified musical events atEl Camino College Center for the Arts andin the community is required.

Music 40abcdThe Singer as Actor 2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: one semester of Music 18abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This performance workshop is designed tointroduce and integrate vocal and actingexercises. Emphasis will be placed onobservational, interpretive and expressiveskills. Many styles of dramatic musicalrepertoire will be studied and performed.Attendance at selected musical events isrequired.

Music 41abcdOpera Workshop2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labEnrollment Limitation: auditionCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSUThis course develops vocal, musical, anddramatic skills through the research,rehearsal, and performance of selectedworks and scenes from the standardoperatic literature.

Music 43abcd Beginning Woodwind Instruments2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course for the beginning musicianintroduces basic skills and techniques forplaying a woodwind instrument. Studentsselect from flute, clarinet, saxophone,oboe, or bassoon. Music reading, tone pro-duction, breath control, technique, musi-cianship, and instrument care are empha-sized. Students must provide their owninstruments.

Music 44abcd Beginning Brass Instruments2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course for the beginning musicianintroduces basic skills and techniques forplaying a brass instrument. Students selectfrom trumpet, French horn, trombone,euphonium, or tuba. Music reading, toneproduction, breath control, technique,musicianship, and instrument care areemphasized. Students must provide theirown instruments.

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Music 45abcd Beginning Percussion Instruments2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course for the beginning musicianintroduces basic skills and techniques forplaying snare drum and drum set. Musicreading, drum rudiments, percussion tech-niques, and musicianship are emphasized.Students must provide their own sticks andpractice pad.

Music 46abcdBeginning String Instruments2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course for the beginning musicianintroduces basic skills and techniques forplaying a string instrument. Studentsselect from violin, viola, cello, and stringbass. Music reading, tone production,technique, musicianship, and instrumentcare are emphasized. Students must pro-vide their own instruments.

Music 47abBeginning Guitar2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces techniques for play-ing the guitar including holding, tuning,and fingering. Emphasis will be placed onlearning music notation, the fundamentalsof music, and the playing of simplemelodies, chords, and accompaniment pat-terns. Students will explore a variety ofstyles ranging from Classical to more con-temporary Rock/Pop.

Music 48abcdIntermediate Guitar2 units; 2 hours lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: one semester of Music 47abwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of Music47ab. The course focuses on the continueddevelopment of reading and playing classi-cal and other fingerstyle music for the gui-tar. Fingerboard techniques beyond thefirst position will be introduced. Thiscourse also includes the study of contem-porary song styles, accompaniment, andimprovisation, using such techniques aspentatonic scales, blues scales, Travis pick,and strumming variations.

Music 50Special Topics in MusicUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inMusic more specific than provided in othercourses in the regular departmental cur-riculum. Students are referred to the cur-rent schedule of classes for details of spe-cific courses.

Music 51abcdMixed Chorus1.5 units; 3 hours lectureTransfer CSU

In this course, the basic principles ofchoral technique are introduced throughthe performance of literature from a vari-ety of style periods. Some of the stylesinclude Renaissance, Baroque, Classical,Romantic, Gospel and Jazz. Student per-formances are held on and off campuseach semester.

Music 52abcdConcert Choir1.5 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is a non-audition ensemble designedfor the study and performance of choralworks of various styles. Emphasis is placedon development of the voice in relation-ship to choral singing and the continuousgrowth of musicianship appropriate tochoral literature. The ensemble will per-form in concert at the conclusion of eachsemester.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 53abcdChorale2 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: previouschoral experienceEnrollment Limitation: Audition during thefirst week of class. The student needs tohave the ability to sing a harmony part.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an opportunity to par-ticipate in a small (30 voice) chamberchorale ensemble. Choral literature of allstyles will be performed including folksongs and show tunes. Singers in thisensemble will perform on campus and inthe community as well as on concert tours.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 55abcdCollege Community Choir1.5 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This is a course designed for the study andperformance of major choral works includ-ing those with orchestra accompaniment,light opera, and other appropriate choralmaterials representing various style peri-ods. Although there are no auditions, it ishighly suggested that students be able tosing on pitch. If applicable, soloists maybe auditioned from the choir members.Performances are held on campus and inthe community. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 57abcdWomen’s Chorus1.5 units; 3 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: auditionCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an opportunity to par-ticipate in a women’s choral ensemble.Choral literature of all styles composed orarranged for women’s voices will be per-formed. Singers in this ensemble will per-form at the conclusion of each semester.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 58abcdBeginning Chorus1.5 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides students who havelimited or no choral experience the oppor-tunity to sing in an ensemble setting.Emphasis is placed on improving thesinging voice and learning to identify andinterpret basic notation, intervals, andrhythmic patterns. Students will performin concerts each semester.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 60abcdWoodwind Ensembles1 unit; 2 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: audition (previousband or orchestra experience or ability toperform music of moderate difficulty on astandard woodwind instrument)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

These ensembles rehearse and perform lit-erature written for combinations of wood-winds in choirs of like instruments (allflutes, or clarinets, or saxophones) andmixed instruments. The ensemblesinclude trios, quartets, quintets and largerensembles, and may be combined withnon-woodwind instruments to completethe instrumentation appropriate to theselected literature. Performances are heldon campus and in the community.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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Music 61abcdBrass Ensembles1 unit; 2 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: audition (previousband or orchestra experience or ability toperform music of moderate difficulty on astandard brass instrument)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

These ensembles rehearse and perform lit-erature written for combinations of brassinstruments. The ensembles include trios,quartets, quintets and larger ensembles,and may be combined with non-brassinstruments to complete the instrumenta-tion appropriate to the selected literature.Performances are held on campus and inthe community.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 62abcdPercussion Ensembles1 unit; 2 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: previous bandor ensemble experience or ability to per-form music of moderate difficulty on per-cussion instrumentsCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

These ensembles rehearse and perform lit-erature written for combinations ofmelody and/or rhythm percussion instru-ments. The ensembles include trios, quar-tets, quintets and larger ensembles, andmay be combined with wind or stringinstruments to complete the instrumenta-tion appropriate to the selected literature.Performances are held on campus and inthe community.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 63abcdString Ensembles1 unit; 2 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: audition (previousorchestra or ensemble experience or abilityto perform music of moderate difficulty ona standard string instrument)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

These ensembles rehearse and perform lit-erature written for combinations of stringinstruments. The ensembles include trios,quartets, quintets and larger ensembles,and may be combined with non-stringinstruments to complete the instrumenta-tion appropriate to the selected literature.Performances are held on campus and inthe community.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 64abcdSymphonic Band1.5 units; 3 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: some high schoolband or orchestra experience or ability toperform music of moderate difficulty onstandard band instrumentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This ensemble studies and performs com-positions of moderate difficulty from thestandard wind band repertoire. Emphasisis placed on stylistic and historical per-formance practices, playing techniques,and musicianship. Concerts are performedon and off campus.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 65abcd College Community Band1.5 units; 3 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: previous band ororchestra experience or ability to performmusic of moderate difficulty on standardband instrumentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This ensemble rehearses and performs tra-ditional, contemporary and popular bandliterature representing diverse styles andgenres. Emphasis is placed on playing tech-nique and musicianship. Performances areheld on campus and in the community.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 67abcdBig Band Jazz1.5 units; 3 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: audition at the firstclass meeting (ability to perform music ofmoderate difficulty on a standard jazzinstrument)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This ensemble rehearses and performscommercial big band music from theswing era. The literature includes worksby composers such as Ellington, Basie, andKenton, as well as opportunities for vocaljazz soloists. Emphasis is placed on sectiondevelopment, extended solos, and improv-isation. Performances are held on campusand in the community.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 68abcdJazz Band1.5 units; 3 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: audition at the firstclass meeting (ability to perform music ofmoderate difficulty on a standard jazzinstrument)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This ensemble studies and performs a vari-ety of music from the swing era to contem-porary jazz written for the large standardjazz band instrumentation. Emphasis isplaced on section development, improvisa-tion, extended solos, and literature that isoriginal and of increasing difficulty. Per-formances include campus concerts as wellas at local schools and in jazz festivals.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 69abcd College Community Jazz Band1.5 units; 3 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: audition at the firstclass meeting (ability to perform music ofmoderate difficulty on a standard jazzinstrument)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This ensemble rehearses and performs lit-erature for large jazz band ensemble.Emphasis is placed on section develop-ment, improvisation, and extended solos ina variety of styles from swing to contempo-rary jazz. Performances are held on and offcampus.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 70abcdSymphony Orchestra1.5 units; 3 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: audition at the firstclass meeting (ability to perform music ofmoderate difficulty on a standard orches-tral instrument)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This ensemble rehearses and performsclassics from the standard symphonyorchestra repertoire. Emphasis is placed onstylistic and historical performance prac-tices, playing techniques, and musician-ship. Literature includes works for stringand full orchestras, as well as solo andchoral accompanying, Concerts are per-formed on and off campus.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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Music 71abcdChamber Orchestra1.5 units; 3 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: audition at the firstclass meeting (ability to perform music ofmoderate difficulty on a standard orches-tral instrument)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This ensemble studies and performs worksfor string, chamber, and full orchestra withan emphasis on stylistic and historical per-formance practices, playing technique, andmusicianship. Literature includes worksfor string and full orchestra as well as soloaccompaniment. Performances are held oncampus and in the community.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 72abcd College Community Orchestra1.5 units; 3 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: audition at the firstclass meeting (ability to perform music ofmoderate difficulty on a standard orches-tral instrument)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This ensemble studies and performs com-positions from the standard and popularorchestral repertoire. Emphasis is placed onstylistic and historical performance prac-tices, playing techniques, and musician-ship. Literature includes works for fullorchestra as well as solo accompanying.Concerts are performed on and off campus.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 76abcdClarinet Choir1 unit; 2 hours lectureEnrollment Limitation: ability to performmusic of moderate difficulty on an instru-ment of the clarinet familyCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This ensemble rehearses and performs lit-erature scored for the balanced clarinetchoir. Performances are held on campusand in the community.

Music 79abcdVarsity Band1.5 units; minimum 54 hours lecture persemester to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: audition at the firstclass meeting (ability to perform music ofmoderate difficulty on a standard bandinstrument)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

The Varsity Band members prepare andperform music for athletic events andother scheduled college and communityperformances and events. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Music 80abc(formerly Music 80)Fundamentals of Electronic Music2 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction in the useof synthesizers, Musical Instrument DigitalInterface (MIDI), computers, musicalacoustics, sound design, and music soft-ware. Emphasis is placed on technical,compositional, and performance skills uti-lizing digital synthesizers in conjunctionwith computers and music software.

Music 81AIntroduction to ElectronicMusic Studio2 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students are introduced toaudio recording, live sound reinforcement,signal processors, microphones, referencemonitors, room acoustics, Musical Instru-ment Digital Interface (MIDI), computers,synthesizers, and software. Emphasis isplaced on the technical and creative utiliza-tion of audio equipment in conjunctionwith the production of audio recordingsand live sound reinforcement.

Music 81BElectronic Music Studio2 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Music 81A with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a continuation of Music 81A.It further explores the use of audio record-ing processes, synthesizers, computerhardware and software, and recordingequipment.

Music 82abcDigital Audio Recording forCommercial Music3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Music 81A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on thefunctions and operations of digital musicaudio recording software such as ProTools. Emphasis is placed on recording,editing, and mixing digital audio in bothMacintosh and PC computer environ-ments.

Music 83abcdKeyboarding for CommercialMusic2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: Music 1Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for students whoplan to use the piano keyboard as a songwriting and music theory tool. Studentswill acquire a basic knowledge of intervals,chords, melodic voicing, and chord pro-gressions used in the construction of com-mercial songs and in music arranging.Techniques in transcription and re-harmo-nization are also included.

Music 84Commercial Music BusinessStudies3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will examine themajor components of the music industry.Topics will include publishing, copyrights,and recording/production contracts. Stu-dents will analyze industry trends, developa comprehensive business plan, and explorejob opportunities within the industry.

Music 85abSongwriting for Commercial Music3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will develop andimprove their ability to write songs, lyrics,and melodies through analysis and applica-tion of techniques used by professionalsongwriters. Students will be introducedto contemporary music technology and anoverview of the music business as theypertain to songwriting.

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Music 90abcdIntermediate Applied Music/Private Lessons1 unit; 1 hour lecture, 6 hours lab to bearrangedPrerequisite: four semesters of Music23abcd with a minimum grade of C Corequisite: large ensemble class at ElCamino CollegeCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course for the continuing AppliedMusic student is a recital workshop whichincludes a weekly private lesson. The stu-dent is required to practice on campus aminimum of six hours per week, to enrolland participate in a large performingensemble class at El Camino College, andto attend selected musical events offeredby the El Camino College Center for theArts and in the community. Selected stu-dents may perform in a public recital andoccasional master classes.

Music 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Music field.These experiences will enable students toimprove job skills, analyze career opportu-nities and requirements, and comparethem to personal abilities and career expec-tations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Music 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inMusic with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of music not cov-ered in the regular departmental offerings.Regular conferences with the instructorare coordinated with assigned music proj-ects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Music 501The Joy of Music0 units; maximum 20 hours lecture persemester;maximum 15 hour lab per semesterNon-credit

This open entry/open exit course is repeat-able and designed for older adults. It pre-pares students to attend selected concertevents. Developed as part of the College’sMusic Appreciation Program, Joy of Musicfocuses on music, composers, performers,and music listening skills presentedthrough lectures, video materials, andrecorded examples. Emphasis is placed onfolk, popular, ethnic, and Western artmusic. Joy of Music lectures are given at avariety of South Bay Senior Centers and atEl Camino College.Note: Students must attend pre-concert lecturesin order to qualify for attendance at performanceevents.

Music 555Community Choir for theOlder Adult0 units; 3 hours lecture (maximum of 54hours per semester)Non-credit

This ensemble for the older adult rehears-es and performs traditional and contempo-rary compositions from the standardchoral literature. Emphasis is placed onstylistic and historical performance prac-tices, choral techniques, and musicianship.Performances are combined with the Col-lege Community Choir and are held oncampus and in the community.

Music 560Woodwind Ensembles for theOlder Adult0 units; 2 hours lecture (maximum of 36hours per semester)Enrollment Limitation: audition (previousband or orchestra experience or ability toperform music of moderate difficulty on astandard orchestral woodwind instrument)Non-credit

These ensembles for the older adultrehearse and perform literature written forcombinations of woodwinds in choirs oflike instruments (all flutes or clarinets orsaxophones) and mixed instruments. Theensembles include trios, quartets, quintets,and larger ensembles and may be com-bined with non-woodwind instruments tocomplete the instrumentation appropriateto the selected literature. Emphasis isplaced on stylistic and historical perform-ance practices, instrumental techniques,and musicianship. Performances are heldon campus and in the community.

Music 561Brass Ensembles for theOlder Adult0 units; 2 hours lecture (maximum of 36hours per semester)Enrollment Limitation: audition (previousband or orchestra experience or ability toperform music of moderate difficulty on astandard orchestral brass instrument)Non-credit

These ensembles for the older adultrehearse and perform literature written forcombinations of brass instruments. Theensembles include trios, quartets, quintets,and larger ensembles and may be com-bined with non-brass instruments to com-plete the instrumentation appropriate tothe selected literature. Emphasis is placedon stylistic and historical performancepractices, instrumental techniques, andmusicianship. Performances are held oncampus and in the community.

Music 562Percussion Ensembles for theOlder Adult0 units; 2 hours lecture (maximum of 36hours per semester)Enrollment Limitation: audition (previousband or ensemble experience or ability toperform music of moderate difficulty onpercussion instruments)Non-credit

These ensembles for the older adultrehearse and perform literature written forcombinations of melody and/or rhythmpercussion instruments. The ensemblesinclude quartets, quintets, sextets, andlarger ensembles and may be combinedwith wind or string instruments to com-plete the instrumentation appropriate tothe selected literature. Emphasis is placedon instrumental techniques, improvisation,and musicianship. Performances are heldon campus and in the community.

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Music 563String Ensembles for theOlder Adult0 units; 2 hours lecture (maximum of 36hours per semester)Enrollment Limitation: audition (previousband or orchestra experience or ability toperform music of moderate difficulty on astandard orchestral string instrument)Non-credit

These ensembles for the older adultrehearse and perform literature written forcombinations of string instruments. Theensembles include trios, quartets, quintets,and larger ensembles and may be com-bined with non-string instruments to com-plete the instrumentation appropriate tothe selected literature. Emphasis is placedon stylistic and historical performancepractices, instrumental techniques, andmusicianship. Performances are held oncampus and in the community.

Music 565Community Band for theOlder Adult0 units; 3 hours lecture (maximum of 54hours per semester)Enrollment Limitation: previous band ororchestra experience or ability to performmusic of moderate difficulty on a standardband instrumentNon-credit

This ensemble for the older adult rehears-es and performs traditional and contempo-rary compositions from the standard windband literature. Emphasis is placed on sty-listic and historical performance practices,instrumental techniques, and musician-ship. Performances are combined with theCollege Community Band and are held oncampus and in the community.

Music 567Jazz Band for the Older Adult0 units; 3 hours lecture (maximum of 54hours per semester)Enrollment Limitation: audition (ability toperform music of moderate difficulty on astandard jazz instrument)Non-credit

This ensemble for the older adult rehears-es and performs traditional and contempo-rary jazz compositions. The literatureincludes works by composers such asBasie, Ellington, and Nestico, as well asopportunities for vocal jazz soloists.Emphasis is placed on section develop-ment, extended solos, and improvisation.Performances are combined with the JazzBand or Big Band Jazz and are held oncampus and in the community.

Music 570Orchestra for the Older Adult0 units; 3 hours lecture (maximum of 54hours per semester)Enrollment Limitation: audition; previousband or orchestra experience or ability toperform music of moderate difficulty on astandard orchestral instrumentNon-credit

This ensemble for the older adult rehears-es and performs classics from the standardsymphony orchestra literature includingworks for string and full ensembles.Emphasis is placed on stylistic and histori-cal performance practices, instrumentaltechniques, and musicianship. Perform-ances are combined with the SymphonyOrchestra and are held on campus and inthe community.

Music 576Clarinet Choir for the Older Adult0 units; 2 hours lecture (maximum of 36hours per semester)Enrollment Limitation: audition (ability toperform music of moderate difficulty on a ninstrument of the clarinet family)Non-credit

This ensemble for the older adult rehears-es and performs literature scored for thebalanced clarinet choir. Emphasis isplaced on stylistic performance practices,instrumental techniques, and musician-ship. Performances and are held on cam-pus and in the community.

NursingNursing 48Dosage Calculations2 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: eligibility for Mathematics 73or Mathematics 80Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course reviews and utilizes mathemat-ical concepts needed in calculating accu-rate and safe medication dosages.Advanced problem solving, application ofalgebraic concepts, formulas, proportionalrelationships, systems of measurement,and measurement system conversions willbe incorporated in the learning process.Designated lab time will be provided relat-ed to clinical scenarios involving correctmedication formulas and calculations, theselection of correct medical equipment toprepare and administer various types ofmedication, careful reading and interpreta-tion of sample physician orders, and evalu-ation of medication labels for safe medica-tion administration.

Nursing 50Special Topics in NursingUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inNursing more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Nursing 95/96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedPrerequisite: Nursing 150 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalent or completion of orcurrent enrollment in the El Camino Col-lege Nursing ProgramEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Nursingfield. These experiences will enable stu-dents to improve job skills, analyze careeropportunities and requirements, and com-pare them to personal abilities and careerexpectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Nursing 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Two courses inNursing with a minimum grade of C ineach and acknowledgment by the instructorwith whom the student will work.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides advanced studies in aspecialized nursing subject not covered inthe regular departmental offerings. Regu-larly scheduled conferences with aninstructor are coordinated with assignedlaboratory work and/or research project(60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

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Nursing 101Exploring Health OccupationCareers2 units; 2 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: English 84Credit, degree applicable

This is an introductory course for studentsconsidering careers in health care. Stu-dents will explore career options and beintroduced to the major job responsibilitiesand technical skill requirements of a vari-ety of health care occupations. The infor-mation provided will enable students tomatch their abilities and interest to a spe-cific health care occupation.

Nursing 103Nurse Assistant5 units; 3 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Physical examination includ-ing a negative tuberculin skin test duringthe class session or a clear chest x-ray with-in one year of class sessionRecommended Preparation: English 84 andMathematics 12Credit, not degree applicable

This course prepares the student to func-tion as an entry-level worker on a healthcare team in a long-term care facility. Thefocus is on preparing the student to pro-vide direct care to the patient/resident; topromote comfort measures; and collect,record and report data to licensed person-nel. Principles of critical thinking, teambuilding, ethics, caring and cultural sensi-tivity are integrated throughout the course.

Nursing 104Home Health Aide2 units; 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours labEnrollment Limitation: Nurse AssistantCertificate requiredPrerequisite: Physical examination includ-ing a negative tuberculin skin test duringthe class session or a clear chest x-ray with-in one year of class session. Current Amer-ican Heart Association CardiopulmonaryResuscitation (CPR) card. Recommended Preparation: English 84and Mathematics 12Credit, not degree applicable

This course prepares the Certified NurseAssistant (CNA) to apply for certification asa Home Health Aide. The student will beprepared to function as an entry-levelHome Health Aide on a health care team ina home health agency. The focus will be onproviding direct and supportive care to theclient; promoting comfort measures; andcollecting, recording, and reporting data inthe home care setting. Principles of criticalthinking, team building, ethics, caring andcultural sensitivity are integrated through-out the course. Upon completion of thiscourse, the student will be eligible for cer-tification by the State of California as aHome Health Aide.

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Nursing – A.S. Degree Registered Nursing(Health Sciences and Athletics Division)

This degree provides the student with the skills to utilize the nursing process and assessunique clients of any age in terms of their basic human needs and structural variables.Degree competence will be assessed regularly by evaluations of expected learning out-comes in the clinical setting as well as course examinations. Emphasis is placed on theuse of critical thinking and creative problem solving in the clinical setting. The nursingmajor prepares graduates to manage and provide skilled nursing care to individuals in avariety of health care settings as entry-level registered nurses. Upon successful comple-tion of the nursing program, the graduate is eligible to take the NCLEX-RN (NationalCouncil Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses). Program assessment is conduct-ed by monitoring student success rates on the NCLEX-RN exam.

Program Length and Licensing Requirements: The program is two academic yearsin length after completion of program prerequisites. Acceptance of qualified applicants tothe program does not guarantee graduation from the program/college. A comprehensiveexit examination is required of all students completing the nursing program. Students takethis exam during Nursing 255 and must achieve a statistically determined passing scoreprior to taking the NCLEX-RN examination. Students are eligible to take the licensingexamination for registered nurses upon satisfactory completion of the nursing program.Graduates must pass the licensing examination (NCLEX-RN) in order to practice nursingin the state of California. The NCLEXRN, developed by the National Council of StateBoards of Nursing, is administered by computer nationally throughout the year. The nurs-ing program at El Camino College is approved by the California Board of Registered Nurs-ing and is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission(NLNAC), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 975-5000.

Filing Period: The El Camino College Nursing Program accepts applications twice ayear beginning the third Monday in September and the third Monday in March. Eachapplication period will last for three weeks.

Prospective nursing students must complete the following steps in advance ofthe application filing period:1. Complete the requirements for admission to the college.2. Graduate from high school or earn a passing score on the General EquivalencyDiploma (GED) or have earned an associate (AA) or higher degree.

3. Social Security Number: The state of California requires all RNs to have a validsocial security number. Nursing students will be required to show proof of avalid social security number prior to entry into the nursing program.

4. Information Session: Attend a mandatory general information session for prospec-tive nursing students.

5. Program Prerequisites: Complete the prerequisite courses to the Nursing Programwith a minimum 2.5 grade point average.

6. GPA: Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all courses completed sincehigh school.

7. Mathematics: Complete Intermediate Algebra (Mathematics 73 or 80 or equiva-lent) or pass the Mathematics Competency Exam.

8. Reading Assessment Test (DRP): Complete a reading assessment test with a pass-ing score of 60 or greater. (If a student receives a score below 60, the studentmust complete remediation which includes enrolling in Academic Strategies 1abcdand completing the required 54 class hours). *Please Note: The DRP test cannot betaken more than one time. If you do not pass with a score of 60 or above after oneattempt, you must remediate before you can progress into the nursing program.This includes students who have taken the DRP test prior to Fall 2009.

9. Nursing 145: Complete or have in progress Nursing 145 “Introduction to Nursing.”If the course is in progress, students must provide documentation of completion ofthe course to the Nursing Office by the end of the semester. (The course can onlybe taken here at El Camino College, Torrance or Compton Center.)

10. Transcripts:a. U.S. transcripts from all colleges attended since high school must be maileddirectly to the ECC Crenshaw campus Admissions Office or the Compton Educa-tion Center Nursing Department. No hand carried transcripts will be accepted.

b. All transcripts from outside the United States must be evaluated by an ECC-approved foreign evaluation service.



Nursing 116Disabilities in the DevelopingChild3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will study child-hood disabilities, the effects of these condi-tions on the child’s development, and theoverall impact on the family system. Top-ics will include typical and atypical devel-opment in the physical, cognitive, social,and emotional domains as well as therecognition, treatment, and care for chil-dren with disabling conditions. Studentswill also explore the role and responsibili-ties of the classroom special educationassistant and the in-home respite careprovider.Note: This course is the same asChild Development 152.

Nursing 118Respite Care for Childrenand Adolescents3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicable

This course introduces the student to therole and responsibilities involved in pro-viding in-home respite care for the dis-abled child. Topics will include personalsafety, community resources, legal param-eters, ethical considerations, nutrition,physical positioning, activities, and proce-dures for home visits. Students will devel-op the skills necessary to organize andimplement daily living activities in theclient’s home.

Nursing 124Basic Concepts of NursingPharmacology 1 unit; 1 hour lecture Prerequisite: Mathematics 23 with a mini-mum grade of C or qualification by testing(El Camino College Placement Test) andassessment Recommended Preparation: Anatomy 30 Credit, degree applicable

This course provides instruction in the basicconcepts and principles of pharmacologyfor beginning nursing students. Mastery ofthe measurement systems used in nursingand drug dosage calculations are required tocomplete the course successfully. Note: Completion of this course is required priorto enrollment in the Vocational Nursing Pro-gram.

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c. Transcripts must be received by the admission office no later than August 1 forFall applications and February 1 for Spring applications.

d. Students must confirm with the Admissions Office that transcripts have arrivedprior to making a counseling appointment.

11. Nursing Counselors: Contact the counseling center to schedule an appointmentwith a nursing counselor.a. Appointments should be scheduled well in advance of the application deadlinebut only after completing the steps above.

b. Counselors will review applicant’s documentation and if documentation isdeemed complete, counselors will:i. Complete a Nursing Program Verification form. ii. Give the student a Nursing Program Application Form.

c. Students should submit the completed application form to the Admissions andRecords office on the ECC Crenshaw campus or the Nursing Office on theCompton Education Center campus.

12. Applications: Applications for Compton will be given to the student from the Nurs-ing Department office. Applicants for the Crenshaw campus will be given anapplication from the Nursing counselors. Applications for both campuses are onlygiven once the counselor has completed the student “Nursing Program Verifica-tion” form.

Readiness Assessment (TEAS): The California Community College Chancellor’sOffice has approved the use of Nursing Program Readiness tests throughout California.In order to enhance student success and reduce attrition, ECC will implement this testeffective Spring 2009. Students who have completed the Test of Essential AcademicSkills at another campus must go to www. Atitesting.com online store and request thatyour official TEAS result be sent to ECC. If a prospective student receives a score belowthe state recommended score, the student will be required to complete remediation.(Please see separate document entitled “ECC Nursing Program Readiness Testing andRemediation”).

Application Review: All complete applications will be reviewed and ranked accordingto Criteria 1-IV of the Multicriteria Enrollment Criteria. Students at the top of the rank-ing who have not taken the TEAS will be invited to take the TEAS test. Following com-pletion of the TEAS, student points will recalculated including all five criteria. Selectedstudents will then be notified via ECC email that they have been conditionally acceptedinto the nursing program. Upon receipt of a conditional offer, applicants should printout any attached documents and choose one of the following options: Accept the offeror decline the offer. Acceptance or refusal of the conditional offer must be received inwriting in the nursing office by the date specified in the email. Failure to reply by thespecified date will result in the removal of the applicant’s name from the applicant pool.Upon receipt of the applicant’s signed acceptance letter and attendance at a mandatoryorientation, the offer converts from a conditional place to a confirmed place. For moreinformation, visit our website at www.elcamino.edu/nursing.

Waitlist: There will be no waitlist. Students who are not admitted to the program mayreapply during the next application period. Any applicant who accepts a place andattends an orientation but does not attend the first day of class will be dropped from theprogram and will not be eligible to reapply.

Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Requirements: The BRN has approved a set cur-riculum at ECC which includes, in addition to nursing classes, Sociology, Psychologyand a course in Communication and Analytical Thinking. (Please see document entitled,Sample Curriculum for Associate Degree Nursing Program. Note: these additional class-es are not required for entry into the nursing program but must be completed prior tograduation. Students are strongly encouraged to complete these classes prior to entryinto the nursing program.

El Camino Associate in Science Degree: In addition to the Nursing Department andBoard of Registered Nursing course requirements, students must meet the El CaminoA.S. degree general education requirements outlined in the college catalog. Please con-sult with nursing counselor if you have questions.


Nursing 125Beginning Vocational Nursing 7 units; 3.5 hours lecture, 10.5 hours labEnrollment Limitation: Admission to theVocational Nursing Program Credit, degree applicable

This course provides the instruction andclinical practice required for beginningvocational nursing students. The conceptsof Byrne and Thompson’s basic humanneeds theory of nursing and the nursingprocess are studied and are utilized to pro-vide nursing care for elderly and stableclients in long-term care facilities. Theoryand related nursing practice will focus onphysical integrity and activity-rest needs.

Nursing 126Intermediate Vocational Nursing 7 units; 3.5 hours lecture, 10.5 hours labPrerequisite: Nursing 125 with a minimumgrade of C Credit, degree applicable

This course provides instruction and clini-cal practice at the intermediate level ofvocational nursing. Concepts of Byrne andThompson’s basic human needs theoryand the nursing process are applied to pro-vide nursing care for clients during the pre-operative period. Theory and related nurs-ing practice focus on common problemsassociated with the basic human needs ofactivity-rest, ingestive, excretory, and oxy-gen-carbon dioxide exchange needs.

Nursing 127Pharmacology for VocationalNurses 2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Nursing 124 with a minimumgrade of C Credit, degree applicable

This course provides instruction in clinicaldrug therapy for vocational nurses. Stu-dents study commonly used drugs organ-ized into classifications based upon bodysystems and pharmacological action. Thefocus of the course is nursing responsibili-ties regarding the administration of eachclass of drugs. Note: This course, together with Nursing 124,meets the 54-hour pharmacology content require-ments of the Board of Vocational Nursing andPsychiatric Technicians.

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Program PrerequisitesIn addition to meeting El Camino College’s requirements for admission, applicants mustsatisfy the program prerequisites listed below in order to be eligible for the Nursing Pro-gram.• Attend a general orientation session for the prospective nursing students.• Graduate from high school or earn acceptable scores on the G.E.D.• Complete Mathematics 73 or 80 or higher level Mathematics course or pass the Math-ematics Competency Test.

• Achieve a passing composite score on a nursing assessment/readiness test.• Complete the following Nursing Program prerequisite courses with a minimum 2.5GPA: Anatomy 30 or 32; English 1A, Microbiology 33, and Physiology 31. (Note: If astudent earns only a grade of C in each of these prerequisite courses, then the 2.5GPA requirement will not be met.)

• Earn a cumulative 2.5 GPA in all college work. In addition to meeting the aboverequirements, students must have official transcripts on file in the Records Officeshowing evidence of high school completion as well as all college and university cred-its earned. A student must also provide verification of criminal background clearance.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAll general education courses and Nursing courses must be completed with a minimumgrade of C. (Credit may be granted to transfer students for coursework completed at anaccredited nursing program.) Nursing 145, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 250, 251,253, 254, 255 Total Units: 43.5

Advanced StandingProspective students who have had prior education in nursing or other health-relatedareas may request consideration for entry into the nursing program with advanced place-ment. Applicants would include licensed Vocational/Practical Nurses, Licensed Psychi-atric Technicians, and transfer students from accredited nursing programs. Specificinformation regarding the advanced placement procedure is available through the Coun-seling Center or the Nursing Department Office. Advanced standing applicants areadmitted to the program on a space available basis. Upon request, transfer students’transcripts will be individually evaluated for granting credit. Note: Licensed VocationalNurses who apply for advanced standing will be required to provide documentary evi-dence that they have been employed as a Licensed Vocational Nurse for a minimum ofone year.

Option I - Upward Mobility and TransferWho is eligible for this option? Individuals eligible for this program includes LicensedVocational Nurses/Licensed Practical Nurses (LVN/LPNs), Licensed Psychiatric Techni-cians, and transfer students from accredited nursing program.


3. Possession of a current California LVN/LPNs license (if applicable) and employ-ment as LVN/LPNs for at least one year or more.

4. Social Security Number: The state of California requires all RNs to have a validsocial security number. Nursing students will be required to show proof of avalid social security number prior to entry into the nursing program.



7. GPA: Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all remaining general educationcourses required for graduation.

8. Mathematics: Complete Intermediate Algebra (Mathematics 73 or 80 or equiva-lent) or pass the Mathematics Competency Exam. Note: Students who entered ElCamino before fall 2009 and have maintained continuous enrollment (catalogrights) will meet the mathematics competency by completion of Elementary Alge-bra (Mathematics 40 or 43 or equivalent).





Nursing 128Maternal Infant VocationalNursing 2.5 units; 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours lab Prerequisite: Nursing 126 with a minimumgrade of C Enrollment Limitation: admission to theVocational Nursing Program Credit, degree applicable

This course provides instruction and clini-cal practice in nursing care related to thenormal developmental phases and mostcommon problems of the childbearingfamily. Byrne and Thompson’s theory ofnursing and the nursing process serve asframeworks to analyze and plan for normalchildbearing experiences.

Nursing 129The Childrearing Family forVocational Nurses 2.5 units; 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours lab Prerequisite: Nursing 126 with a minimumgrade of C Enrollment Limitation: admission to theVocational Nursing Program Credit, degree applicable

This course provides instruction and clini-cal practice in nursing care related to thenormal developmental phases and mostcommon problems of the childrearing fam-ily. Byrne and Thompson’s theory of nurs-ing and the nursing process serve as frame-works to analyze and plan nursing promo-tion of normal childhood health and devel-opment. Clinical practice sites includeambulatory care clinics and communityagencies.

Nursing 130 Advanced Vocational Nursing I 7 units; 3.5 hours lecture, 10.5 hours lab Prerequisite: Nursing 129 with a minimumgrade of C Enrollment Limitation: admission to theVocational Nursing Program Credit, degree applicable

This course provides instruction and clini-cal practice in advanced vocational nurs-ing. Byrne and Thompson’s basic humanneeds theory of nursing and the nursingprocess are integrated and applied to assistclients with problems associated withphysical integrity needs, affiliative and sex-ual needs, mental health problems andother common related issues. Clinical prac-tice sites include in-patient, out-patient,and community based health care agen-cies.

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9. Reading Assessment Test (DRP): Complete a reading assessment test with a passingscore of 60 or greater. (If a student receives a score below 60, the student mustcomplete remediation which includes enrolling in Academic Strategies 1abcd andcompleting the required 54 class hours). You must schedule an appointment withthe Testing Office located in the Student Services Center. A copy of the DRP scoremust be submitted with the application. * Please Note: The DRP test cannot betaken more than one time. If you do not pass with a score of 60 or above after oneattempt, you must remediate before you can progress into the nursing program.This includes students who have taken the DRP test prior to Fall 2009.

10. Challenge Exam for Nursing 149 Entrance: Effective fall 2010, all upward mobilitystudents (LVNs and transfer students) will be required to pass a challenge examprior to entering Nursing 149. The Challenge exam will be based on the contentfrom Nursing 150, Nursing 151, Nursing 152, and Nursing 153. Candidates willhave two opportunities to take the challenge exam. If students fail the exam on thefirst attempt, they may retake the exam after a period of one semester. If studentsfail the exam a second time, they will not be considered eligible for the upwardmobility program and must apply to enter the generic ADN program under therevised admission criteria.

11. Transcripts:a. U.S. transcripts from all colleges attended since high school must be maileddirectly to the ECC Crenshaw campus Admissions Office or the Compton Edu-cation Center Nursing Department. No hand carried transcripts will be accept-ed.


c. Transcripts must be received by the admission office no later than August 1 forFall applications and February 1 for Spring applications.


12. Transfer Credit: Credit for nursing courses completed at another college will beevaluated on an individual basis by the Director of Nursing or the Director’sdesignee. Credit can be achieved through the petition or challenge process.

13. Transfer applicants from an accredited ADN nursing program must submit proofthat he/she was a student in good standing and eligible to return to the institutionfrom which the transfer is taking place.

14. An appeals process is available to students who are ineligible to return to the previ-ous nursing program. The Appeals Process must be resolved before further consid-eration of the application is possible.

15. Nursing Counselors: Contact the counseling center to schedule an appointmentwith a nursing counselor.a. Appointments should be scheduled well in advance of the application deadlinebut only after completing the steps above.

b. Counselors will review applicant’s documentation and if documentation isdeemed complete, counselors will:i. Complete a Nursing Program Verification form. ii. Give the student a Nursing Program Application Form.


16. Applications: Applications for Compton will be given to the student by the NursingDepartment office. Applicants for the Crenshaw campus will be given an applica-tion by the Nursing counselors. Applications for both campuses are only given oncethe counselor has completed the student “Nursing Program Verification” form.

Application Review1. Students who successfully pass the challenge exam will be admitted into the pro-gram via random drawing.

2. Selected students will then be notified via ECC email that they have been condition-ally accepted into the nursing program. Upon receipt of a conditional offer, appli-cants should print out any attached documents and choose one of the followingoptions: Accept the offer or decline the offer. Acceptance or refusal of the condition-al offer must be received in writing in the nursing office by the date specified in the




Nursing 131Professional Issues for VocationalNurses1 unit; 1 hour lecturePrerequisite: Nursing 126 with a minimumgrade of CEnrollment Limitation: admission to theVocational Nursing ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course provides instruction in ethicaland legal issues as well as regulatory andpolicy standards regarding the practice ofvocational nursing in California. Careeropportunities in nursing will be exploredfor employment as a Licensed VocationalNurse.Note: Pass/no pass only

Nursing 132 Advanced Vocational Nursing II 7 units; 3.5 hours lecture, 10.5 hours lab Prerequisite: Nursing 130 with a minimumgrade of C Enrollment Limitation: admission to theVocational Nursing Program Credit, degree applicable

This course provides instruction and clini-cal practice in leadership within the voca-tional nursing scope of practice. Contentincludes nursing theory and the leadershipand management skills needed to care forgroups of stable patients with complexhealth care needs. Practice sites includelong-term care facilities, ambulatory carefacilities, and other community health careagencies.

Nursing 133Transition to Licensed VocationalNursing1 unit; 1 hour lecturePrerequisite: Nursing 131 with a minimumgrade of CEnrollment Limitation: admission to theVocational Nursing ProgramCredit, degree applicable

This course provides instruction and sup-port for the student who will complete theprogram and transition into the LicensedVocational Nurse role. Legal and practicalaspects of obtaining a license in Californiawill be studied. Issues of importance to thebeginning nurse, such as supervision, dele-gation and management of nursing carewill be emphasized.Note: Pass/no pass only

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email. Failure to reply by the specified date will result in the removal of the applicant’sname from the applicant pool. Upon receipt of the applicant’s signed acceptance letterand attendance at a mandatory orientation, the offer converts from a conditional placeto a confirmed place.


Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Requirements: The BRN has approved a set cur-riculum at El Camino which includes, in addition to nursing classes, Sociology, Psychol-ogy and a course in Communication and Analytical Thinking. Note: these additionalclasses are not required for entry into the nursing program but must be completed priorto graduation. Students are strongly encouraged to complete these classes prior to entryinto the nursing program.

El Camino Associate in Science Degree: In addition to the Nursing Department andBoard of Registered Nursing course requirements, students must meet the El CaminoA.S. degree general education requirements outlined in the college catalog. Please con-sult with nursing counselor if you have questions.The Associate Degree Nursing Program is a demanding, rigorous program that requiresadvanced academic preparation, personal commitment, and a considerable amount oftime in study and preparation outside of class. Mandatory general orientation sessionsare available each semester to assist prospective applicants so they may learn moreabout careers in nursing, the El Camino nursing program and its requirements, and howto formulate an educational plan to become a qualified applicant. Nursing courses mustbe taken in sequence. The Advanced Placement Option requires that a student take the following courses: allrequired general education courses for a A.S. Degree in Nursing and Nursing 149, 150,151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 250, 251, 253, 254, and 255. All nursing courses may bechallenged. Upon admission to the Nursing Program (Nursing 149), the upward mobility student willbe integrated within the generic program. However, the upward mobility student mayreceive credit by examination through the challenge process for the following nursingcourses: Nursing 155, 156, 250, 251, 253, 254, and 255. Consult the Nursing StudentHandbook for challenge protocol. Nursing course syllabi for all courses are available forpurchase in the college bookstore. If a student is unsuccessful in the challenge processthe student will be required to enroll in and successfully complete that course in orderto progress through the program. Assignment will be made to any course that was chal-lenged unsuccessfully based on the availability of space. Students in the challengeprocess who become eligible for the same course simultaneously will be chosen via ran-dom drawing if space is limitedIn addition to the Nursing Department and Board of Registered Nursing course require-ments, students must meet the El Camino A.S. degree general education requirementsoutlined in the college catalog. General Education requirements can be taken during orbefore applying for the Nursing Program. Note: Students who enrolled beginning fall2006 through spring 2009 will need to take a course from Area 2A or 2B of the A.S. Gen-eral Education requirements. Please consult with a nursing counselor if you have anyquestions regarding the degree requirements.

General Education Requirements: English 1B, Psychology 5, Sociology 101, Commu-nication & Analytical Thinking

Option II – 30 Unit Non-Degree TrackWho is eligible for this option? The Licensed Vocational Nurse may establish eligi-bility to take the state licensing examination to become a Registered Nurse in Californiaonly, by completing a sequence of courses. The Associate Degree is not awarded upon completion of this program, and the nurse will always be considered a non-graduate.Applicants are admitted as space is available.





Nursing 145Introduction to Nursing2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: eligibility for English 1A andMathematics 80Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This introductory course examines thenurse’s role in hospital and outpatient set-tings. Through case studies, students willapply and evaluate the impact of the nurs-ing process on clients’ health conditions.Specific emphasis is placed on applicationof the nursing process, critical thinking,therapeutic communication, cultural varia-tion, and computational skills. Studentsundergo assessment of their individuallearning needs and identify campusresources that will assist them in meetingthese learning needs.

Nursing 149Preparation for AdvancedPlacement in Nursing2 units; 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours labEnrollment Limitation: admission to theNursing ProgramCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course acquaints Licensed Vocation-al/Practical Nurses (LVN/LPN), LicensedPsychiatric Technicians (LPT), and transferstudents from accredited nursing programsto concepts of nursing as they apply to theEl Camino College nursing program. Stu-dents will become familiar with the pro-gram philosophy, basic needs theory, nurs-ing process, critical thinking, and commu-nication. Course discussion will focus ontransition to the registered nursing role andthe impact of legal and ethical boundarieson health care delivery. Students willpractice basic nursing skills and demon-strate competency.

Nursing 150Beginning Nursing Process andFundamental Skills7.5 units; 4 hours lecture, 10.5 hours labEnrollment Limitation: admission to theNursing ProgramCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

The knowledge and skills necessary tostudy nursing and nursing’s effect on theindividual are presented. The concepts ofbasic human needs and structural vari-ables such as age, sex, and ethnicity arestudied. The nursing process is introducedwith emphasis on assessment in the geri-atric population. Fundamental skills, suchas medication administration, are intro-duced in the lab and practiced in a clinicalsetting.

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3. Possession of a current California LVN/LPNs license (if applicable) and employ-ment as LVN/LPNs for at least one year or more.

4. Social Security Number: The state of California requires all RNs to have a validsocial security number. Nursing students will be required to show proof of a validsocial security number prior to entry into the nursing program.



7. GPA: Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 in all remaining general educationcourses required for graduation.

8. Reading Assessment Test (DRP): Complete a reading assessment test with a pass-ing score of 60 or greater. (If a student receives a score below 60, the student mustcomplete remediation which includes enrolling in Academic Strategies 1abcd andcompleting the required 54 class hours). *Please Note: The DRP test cannot betaken more than one time. If you do not pass with a score of 60 or above after oneattempt, you must remediate before you can progress into the nursing program.This includes students who have taken the DRP test prior to Fall 2009.

9. Transcripts: a. U.S. transcripts from all colleges attended since high school must be maileddirectly to the ECC Crenshaw campus Admissions Office or the Compton Educa-tion Center Nursing Department. No hand carried transcripts will be accepted.


c. Transcripts must be received by the admission office no later than August 1 forfall applications and February 1 for spring applications.


10. Nursing Counselors: Contact the counseling center to schedule an appointment witha nursing counselor.a. Appointments should be scheduled well in advance of the application deadlinebut only after completing the steps above.

b. Counselors will review applicant’s documentation and if documentation isdeemed complete, counselors will: i. Complete a Nursing Program Verification form.ii. Give the student a Nursing Program Application Form.


11. Applications: Applications for Compton will be given to the student from the Nurs-ing Department office. Applicants for the Crenshaw campus will be given an appli-cation from the Nursing counselors. Applications for both campuses are only givenonce the counselor has completed the student “Nursing Program Verification” form.

Application Review: There is limited enrollment and applicants are accepted as spaceis available. Selected students will then be notified via ECC email that they have beenconditionally accepted into the nursing program. Upon receipt of a conditional offer,applicants should print out any attached documents and choose one of the followingoptions: Accept the offer or decline the offer. Acceptance or refusal of the conditionaloffer must be received in writing in the nursing office by the date specified in the email.Failure to reply by the specified date will result in the removal of the applicant’s namefrom the applicant pool. Upon receipt of the applicant’s signed acceptance letter andattendance at a mandatory orientation, the offer converts from a conditional place to aconfirmed place.


Nursing 151Human Development and Health2 units; 2 hours lecture Enrollment Limitation: admission to theNursing ProgramCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the various factorsthat affect human development from con-ception through death. Normal biopsy-chosocial development is emphasized andcommonly occurring deviations are exam-ined and analyzed. The course also focuseson health problems and concerns uniqueto each stage of growth and development.The nurse’s role in analyzing problems andproviding care throughout the life span isexplored.

Nursing 152Introduction to NursingPharmacology1 unit; 1 hour lectureEnrollment Limitation: admission to theNursing ProgramCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is an introduction to clinicaldrug therapy. Major content areas includefundamental concepts of pharmacology;groups of therapeutic drugs; prototypes ofdrug groups; commonly prescribed indi-vidual drugs; interrelationships betweenbody systems and drugs; and the role ofthe nursing process in prescribed drugtherapy regimens. Legal and ethical impli-cations will be examined.

Nursing 153Intermediate Nursing Process I4.5 units; 2 hours lecture, 7.5 hours labPrerequisite: Nursing 150, Nursing 151,and Nursing 152 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course will assist the student in meet-ing the needs of adult clients with moder-ately severe disruptions to health. Theoryand utilization of the nursing process willfocus on pathophysiological problems asso-ciated with the pre-operative and post-operative periods. Students will examineproblems associated with the physicalintegrity, respiratory, activity-rest, inges-tive, excretory, and sexual needs.

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Option II – 30 Unit Course RequirementsThe program includes advanced experience in a health care setting that correlates withclassroom instruction in theory. The student must perform satisfactory in the clinicalarea to receive credit in any nursing course. A grade of “C” (75%) or better is necessaryin all nursing courses taken.The following courses are required in the 30-Unit Non-Degree Track: Microbiology 33or equivalent, Nursing 149, 154, 251, 253, 254, and 255, Physiology 31 or equivalent.

Associate Degree for the Diploma Graduate OptionThis option, required by the Board of Registered Nursing, is designed for licensed diplomaRNs. The option allows a licensed diploma RN to earn credit for previous educationalpreparation. Specific general education or science courses, selected on a case-by-case basis,must be completed to fulfill the requirements for the Associate in Science degree with amajor in Nursing. Transcript evaluation will allow up to a maximum of 34 units of credit.

General Program InformationRequired Program GPA: Nursing students must maintain a minimum overall GPA of 2.0to continue in the nursing program, graduate and receive an Associate in Science degree.Nursing Assistant certification is highly desirable for entry into the nursing program.

Program Readmission and Course Repetition: Students who leave the nursing pro-gram (self or faculty initiated) are eligible to be readmitted to the program subject toavailability of space. Only one single nursing course, in which a student has received aD or F grade, may be repeated. The repeat and stop out policy is available for review inthe Nursing Office and is published in the Student Handbook. Student academic stand-ing at the time of leaving the program will determine whether academic support cours-es will be prescribed for completion before re-entry. Students not eligible to re-enter theprogram may individually appeal their re-entry status through the Acceptance, Transferand Progression Committee.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Students intending to pursue a Bachelor of Sciencedegree in Nursing should consult a Nursing counselor.

California State LicensureSpecial Note Regarding Licensure: All graduates of the Nursing Program are eligibleto take the National Licensing Examination (NCLEX) and must pass the exam to practicein California. The California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) requires that all studentsapplying for the NCLEX be fingerprinted and submit a fingerprint card with the licens-ing examination application. The California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) protectsthe public by screening applicants for licensure in order to identify potentially unsafepractitioners. The BRN may deny applications for permanent licensure, interim permitsand temporary licenses if the applicant has been found guilty of dishonesty; fraud ordeceit; felony; child abuse; sex offender crimes; acts involving narcotics, dangerous drugsor devices; assault and/or battery; and other crimes. Applicants who have questionsregarding limitations related to licensure should contact the California Board of Regis-tered Nursing (916) 322-3350 or access its website at www.rn.ca.gov. It is the responsibil-ity of the applicant to present sufficient evidence of rehabilitation. Applicants are advisedto explore other career opportunities prior to investing substantial time in a nursing pro-gram if it appears that a prior serious act or conviction may jeopardize licensure.

Accreditation: The Nursing Program is approved by the California Board of RegisteredNursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission,3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000.




Nursing 154Intermediate Nursing Processand Mental Health4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Nursing 150, Nursing 151,and Nursing 152 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will utilize thenursing process in caring for clients withvarying degrees of mental health prob-lems. Psychopharmacological therapieswill be examined. Students will applytechniques of therapeutic communication,administer medications, and assume aleadership role in the clinical setting. Inaddition, students will utilize and maintainlegal and ethical standards specific to men-tal health clients.

Nursing 155Health Assessment1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours labPrerequisite: Nursing 150, Nursing 151,and Nursing 152 with a minimum grade ofC in each prerequisite courseCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will develop andpractice health assessment skills. Thefocus will be on gathering data for healthhistories and performing physical assess-ments on the cardiac, respiratory, periph-eral vascular, abdominal, musculoskeletal,lymphatic, head, eyes, ears, nose, andthroat (HEENT), and neurological systems.Students will compare and contrast thepathophysiologies of normal and abnormalassessments and document their findings.

Nursing 156Advanced Nursing Pharmacology1 unit; 1 hour lecturePrerequisite: Nursing 150, Nursing 151,and Nursing 152 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course offers an in-depth study ofclinical drug therapy. The knowledge andintervention needed to maximize therapeu-tic effects and prevent or minimize adverseeffects of drugs will be emphasized. Majorcontent areas will include advanced phar-macological principles; major drug classifi-cations; selected individual drugs; drugeffects on body tissues; human responsesto drug therapy; and application of thenursing process. Anatomy, physiology, andmicrobiology concepts are correlated withvarious pathologies, emphasizing theeffect(s) of drug therapy on body systems.Health teaching and legal and ethicalissues are examined.

Nursing 210Implications of PathophysiologyConcepts for Nurses2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Nursing 153 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalent or Licensed Regis-tered Nurse or Vocational NurseCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, the student will explore theeffect of illness on the human body. Com-mon disorders of the major body systemsare used to illustrate the effect of diseaseson the body. Clinical applications of theconcepts of pathophysiology will assist thenurse in providing effective, scientificallybased patient care.

Nursing 212Basic Perioperative Nursing13 units; 9 hours lecture, 19.5 hours labEnrollment Limitation: Licensed Regis-tered Nurse who has obtained a clinical sitefor 24 hours per week of clinical preceptor-ship in the operating room

This course is designed for registered nurs-es who have had no previous experience inthe operating room. Upon completion ofthe course, the nurse will be qualified topractice at an entry-level perioperativeposition in either an acute care hospital oran outpatient surgery center. Course con-tent includes the care of the perioperativepatient during all phases of the operativeexperience. Emphasis will be placed onthose functions required during the intra-operative phase, including the functions ofthe circulating nurse and the scrub nurseduring a variety of surgical procedures.

Nursing 250Intermediate Nursing Processand the Family5.5 units; 3 hours lecture, 7.5 hours labPrerequisite: Nursing 153, Nursing 154,Nursing 155, and Nursing 156 with a min-imum grade of C in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on the theory and clin-ical application of concepts related to thenursing care of families in the childbearingand childrearing stages. Using the nursingprocess, students will apply the El CaminoCollege Nursing Program’s theoreticalframework to meet the basic needs of fam-ilies as they move through the life stages ofpregnancy, birth, and childhood. Theimportance of structural variables, physi-cal assessment skills specific to maternal-child nursing, and pathological conditionsthat occur during childbirth, infancy,childhood, and adolescence will be empha-sized.

Nursing 251(formerly Nursing 67)Legal and Ethical Considerationsin Nursing1 unit; 1 hour lecturePrerequisite: Nursing 150 and Nursing 151with a minimum grade of C in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will analyze thelegal responsibilities associated with thescope of nursing practice as defined by theBoard of Registered Nursing. Otherparameters and standards of law impactingthe nursing profession will be examined.Scenarios that pose ethical dilemmas forthe registered nurse will be debated usingethical theories and principles.

Nursing 253Intermediate Nursing Process II4.5 units; 2 hours lecture, 7.5 hours labPrerequisite: Nursing 153, Nursing 154,Nursing 155, and Nursing 156 with a min-imum grade of C in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course will assist the student in meet-ing the needs of clients with complicateddisease states. The synthesis and integra-tion of multiple assessment data in order toutilize the nursing process in caring formedical-surgical clients will be empha-sized. Organization and prioritizing carefor multiple clients will be stressed in thedelivery of total patient care. Increasedskill development of nursing proceduresand collaborative nursing interventionswill be emphasized in the clinical setting.Topics will include pain management,hematology, immunology, infectious dis-eases, oncology, palliation, and neurologi-cal dysfunctions.

Nursing 254Advanced Nursing Process I7 units; 3 hours lecture, 12 hours labPrerequisite: Nursing 250, Nursing 251,and Nursing 253 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on pathophysiologicconcepts and nursing management essen-tial to critical care and emergency nursing.Clients with acute and chronic cardiopul-monary, hepatic, renal, and multi-systemfailure will be selected for critical care clin-ical experiences. Leadership and manage-ment skills are introduced and applied inthe clinical setting. Students apply thenursing process and prioritize nursing carefor a group of clients with multiple needimbalances. The role of the nurse in themanagement of client care following a dis-aster is presented.

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Nursing 255Advanced Nursing Process II –Clinical Preceptorship2.5 units; 135 hours of lab to be arrangedover four weeksPrerequisite: Nursing 254 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course will provide a clinical precep-torship experience for the advanced stu-dent nurse and the inactive RegisteredNurse (RN) as well as the foreign Regis-tered Nurse (RN) in transition. The stu-dent works under the supervision of a clin-ical nurse preceptor. This experienceassists the student to make a smooth tran-sition from the learner role to the entrylevel Registered Nurse role in a realisticclinical setting. Opportunities will be pro-vided to implement leadership and man-agement skills as well as decision makingand priority setting utilizing legal and ethi-cal principles.

Nutrition and FoodsNutrition and Foods 11Nutrition3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to the basicprinciples of nutrition as they relate to thehealth and physical wellness of individu-als. The topics covered include nutritionthroughout the life cycle, dietary analysis,current nutrition trends, food safety, andphysical fitness.

Nutrition and Foods 15Nutrition for Infants andYoung Children3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will study the nutri-tional needs in the growth and develop-ment of infants and young children. Top-ics include nutritional assessment, foodsafety, government resources, menu plan-ning, and integrating nutrition educationinto early childhood education programs.

Nutrition and Foods 50Special Topics in Nutrition andFoodsUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inNutrition and Foods more specific thanprovided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Nutrition and Foods 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inNutrition and Foods courses with a mini-mum grade of B in each and acknowledg-ment by the instructor with whom the stu-dent will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Nutrition andFoods not covered in the regular depart-mental offerings. Regular conferenceswith the instructor are coordinated withassigned Nutrition and Foods projects (60hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

OceanographyOceanography 10Introduction to Oceanography4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This introductory course in oceanographypresents the ocean in terms of its physical,chemical and biological environments. Thetopics include studies of: formation andmodification of various wave types; tidalbehavior; formation of water masses andocean currents; beaches and the changingshoreline; coral reefs; physical and chemi-cal properties of ocean water; marine envi-ronments; marine sediments; origin of seafloor and coastline features; the spreadingsea floor and drifting continents.

Oceanography 50Special Topics in OceanographyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inOceanography more specific than providedin other courses in the regular departmen-tal curriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

OptometrySee Pre-Optometry

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Paralegal StudiesParalegal Studies 1Introduction to Paralegal Studies 2 units; 2 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course the student will concentrateon the background and requirements ofthe paralegal. Included will be the expand-ed use of paralegals, basic qualifications,training, nature of the work, and careerconsiderations. Topics include the Ameri-can Legal System, methods of finding andinterpreting the law, basic legal conceptsand legal terminology, and legal proce-dures of litigation, mediation, and othernon-judicial settlements. Organization andmanagement of the law office are includedwith an emphasis on ethics for the lawyerand the paralegal. Resumes, interviewingskills, and demeanor in the law office arealso discussed.

Peace OfficerSee Administration of Justice

PharmacySee Pre-Pharmacy

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Paralegal Studies – A.A. Degree andCertificate of Achievement(Business Division)

This program is approved by the American Bar Association.

The degree and certificate are designed to train students to assist lawyers in privatefirms, legal departments of companies, or governmental agencies. The American BarAssociation (ABA) required general education aids in transfer of the legal assistant stu-dent to a university. Upon successful completion of the program requirements, the stu-dent will have the ability to apply theories and principles of law, prepare or interpretlegal documents, draft pleadings including court forms, prepare for litigation, applylegal ethics, case management techniques, and skills for client interaction, and researchthe law, including on-line legal research. Competency will be assessed regularly byexaminations and projects.

El Camino College Major RequirementsEntrance to the program is gained by successful completion of Law 11, Introduction toLegal Research.Paralegal Studies Major Requirements: Paralegal Studies 1; Law 4 or Law 5; Law 11,16, 17, 19, 20; four courses from the following: Law 6, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 95abcd (3 or4 units), Real Estate 12ATotal Units: 31-32In-Residence Requirements: A total of 15 units of Legal Specialty courses including Law11, 17, 20; and six additional units selected from Law 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, or 19 mustbe taken at El Camino College for the degree.

The American Bar Association has specific course requirements for 18 units of generaleducation. All students in this program must consult a counselor for courses that sat-isfy the 18 units of general education.

This program does not prepare students for law school or the practice of law. “No personshall practice law in this state unless he/she is an active member of the State Bar.” Cal. Bus.& Prof. Code, Section 6125.

Certificate of AchievementA certificate will be awarded to those possessing an Associate, Bachelor or higherdegree or who will be completing a degree concurrently with the certificate require-ments. Students may earn this certificate by completing the major courses with a Baverage or better. Prerequisite: entrance to the program is gained by successful com-pletion of Law 11, Introduction to Legal Research.Paralegal Studies Certificate Requirements: Paralegal Studies 1; Law 4 or Law 5; Law11, 16, 17, 19, 20; four courses from the following: Law 6, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, Law95abcd (3 or 4 units), Real Estate 12ATotal Units: 31-32In-Residence Requirements: A total of 15 units of Legal Specialty courses including Law11, 17, 20, and six additional units selected from Law 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, or 19 mustbe taken at El Camino College for the certificate.

The American Bar Association has specific course requirements for 18 units of generaleducation. All students in this program must consult a counselor for courses that sat-isfy the 18 units of general education.




PhilosophyPhilosophy 2Introduction to Philosophy 3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course examines the main areas ofphilosophy, which include ethics, episte-mology, and metaphysics. Students willexplore values and beliefs, moral actions,freedom, the soul and God, and what con-stitutes a fulfilling life.

Philosophy 3Ethics and Society3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course offers a critical study of theethical theories and their application toproblems of modern society. Ethical issuesin government and law, social institutions,the arts, and international relations will beemphasized.

Philosophy 5Critical Thinking and Discourse3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: English 1A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the study anddevelopment of critical reasoning andeffective argumentation. Emphasis isplaced on the application of critical think-ing skills to the production of clear, well-argued position and advocacy papers andto the linguistic and logical analysis of thewritings of others.

Philosophy 7Philosophy of Religion3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to tradition-al philosophical problems connected withreligious belief. Issues to be discussed arethe existence and nature of God; the prob-lems of evil; the nature of religious lan-guage; the existence of miracles; religiousexperience; and mysticism. The rationali-ty of religious belief will also be examined.

Philosophy 8Introduction to Logic3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the representationof arguments for formal analysis and onthe informal fallacies that affect argumentstrength. The basic elements of proposi-tional and classical logic, informal fallacies,and a brief introduction to predicate logicwill be examined.

Philosophy 10History of Ancient andMedieval Philosophy3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course offers a chronological exami-nation of Western philosophical thoughtdeveloped between 600 B.C.E. and 1300C.E., including the principle ancient andmedieval philosophies of this time period.Topics include Greek and Roman thought,and the rise and development of Christian-ity.

Philosophy 11History of Modern andContemporary Philosophy3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of the developmentof modern and contemporary philosophi-cal thought from the Renaissance to the21st century. Topics will include secularhumanism, the rise of modern science,empiricism, rationalism, idealism, pragma-tism, logical positivism, existentialism, andanalytic philosophy.

Philosophy 12Existentialism3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicable Transfer CSU

This course will examine the philosophicalthought of the two strands of existentialistwriters: the religious existentialist such asKierkegaard, Dostoevsky, and Heidegger,and the atheistic existentialists such asNietzsche, Camus, and Sartre. Issues thatwill be examined include authenticity; freewill; responsibility for one’s character andactions; the essence, possibilities and limitsof human beings; and the meaning of life.

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Philosophy – A.A. Degree(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

The degree provides students with a foundation in philosophical inquiry. Upon suc-cessful completion, students will understand the major concepts and issues that haveshaped philosophical traditions. This will include the ability to critically analyze con-temporary social and moral issues and to assess the influential positions on theories oftruth and the nature of reality. The student will also be able to analyze the logical struc-ture of arguments and the rules of critical reasoning in their own and others’ writingand thinking. Competencies will be assessed regularly through examinations, projects,and written reports. This major prepares students to pursue careers in education, law,health, and other fields where analytical skills are required.

El Camino College Major RequirementsPhilosophy 3, 5 or 8; Philosophy 10, 11; two courses from: Philosophy 2, 7, 12, 14, 23; one course from: History 141, English 23, 31, 36Total Units: 21



Philosophy 14Asian Philosophy3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines the central concerns,historic contexts and foundational themesof the diverse philosophical traditions ofSouth and East Asia, including Confucian-ism, Taoism, Hinduism, Buddhism andShintoism. Although some attention isgiven to Western ideas to which Asianthinkers have responded, the main empha-sis is given to the different kinds of ques-tions that have engaged Asian thinkers.

Philosophy 23Ethics, Law and Society3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course, the relationship between thevarious facets of moral and legal thinkingis analyzed. Philosophical issues such asjustification for the legal enforcement ofmorality, the legitimacy of an internationalsystem of law, the relationship betweennew technologies and the role of law areexamined. The concepts of individual andinternational rights and obligations will bediscussed.

Philosophy 50Special Topics in PhilosophyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inPhilosophy more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Philosophy 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Phi-losophy with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides advanced studies in asubject field of Philosophy not covered inthe regular departmental offerings. Regu-lar conferences will be held with theinstructor to discuss and coordinate theassigned projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

PhotographyPhotography 1Basic Photography3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Photography 10 orPhotography 51 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This is a course in black and white stillphotography with an emphasis on the useof the 4 x 5 view camera, photographicequipment and materials; photographicchemistry and mathematics, optics andphysics of light; composition lighting andcreative expression. Laboratory techniquesincluding film processing and print makingare an integral part of this course.Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Photography 1 and Photogra-phy 51 is one course.

Photography 2Intermediate Photography4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Photography 1 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This class emphasizes photography as acreative art. The basics of commercial por-traiture, still life and fine art photographyare covered. Intermediate photographiclighting and black and white printing skillsare introduced.

Photography 3Advanced Photography4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Photography 2 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on photography as acommercial and creative practice. Thebasics of business practices for the photog-rapher along with fashion, industrial andadvertising/product photography are cov-ered. Advanced lighting and printing skillsare introduced. The production of portfolioquality black and white photographicprints and color transparencies is empha-sized.

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Photography – A.S. Degreeand Certificate of Achievement(Fine Arts Division)

The degree or certificate provides students with a comprehensive foundation in skills,techniques, and processes for commercial and creative photography. Each studentacquires practical and creative skills relating to camera operation, films, color theory,photo composition, lighting, processing, printing, and business operations through a widerange of studio courses. Proficiencies are demonstrated through class and laboratory proj-ects, critiques, essays, and objective tests. Program assessment is measured by portfolios,juried and public exhibitions, program completion, and periodic program review. Stu-dents qualify to pursue a variety of careers in the field of professional photography.

El Camino College Major RequirementsA minimum of 12 units must be completed at El Camino College.Photography 10 or Journalism 6 or Photography 51; Photography 1, 2, 3, 23A; a minimum of six units from: Photography 4, 11ab* or Journalism 7ab*, 23B, 54, 57, Art141abcd*, Film/Video 22; three units from: Art 37ab, 142abcd, Business 11, 12, Physics 11 (*Only one semester ofthe course will be credited toward the major requirements.)Recommended Electives: Art 1, 10ab, 143abcd; Business 20, 24Total Units: 26

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be awarded to the student who completes the follow-ing courses: Photography 10 or Journalism 6 or Photography 51; Photography 1, 2, 3,23A; and at least 9 units from the following: Photography 4, 11ab* or 7ab* (*one semes-ter), 23B, 54, 57 At least 50% of the courses for the certificate must be taken at El Camino College.Total Units: 26




Photography 4Portraiture3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Photography 1 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is a course in black and white stillphotography with an emphasis on the pho-tographic portrait. It includes basic portraitlighting designs, posing and the practicalpsychology of portrait photography, andthe use of 35mm and 4” x 5” cameraequipment for portrait work. Laboratorytechniques include film processing, printmaking and lighting design construction.

Photography 10Basic Photojournalism2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU

This course provides instruction in the ele-mentary aspects of photography withemphasis on principles and techniques ofphotojournalism, including camera use,news photography, feature photography,sports photography, photo essays, and cap-tion writing. Emphasis is placed on prepar-ing students to take photographs for cam-pus student publications using digital cam-eras and computer software such as Photo-shop.Note: Photography 10 is the same course as Jour-nalism 6.

Photography 11abAdvanced Photojournalism2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Journalism 6 or Photography10 with a minimum grade of C or equiva-lentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction and labo-ratory experience in the taking and pro-cessing of photographs for publication inthe college newspaper, newspaper websiteand news magazine. Students also receiveexperience in news, feature and sportsphoto editing, photo essay page design andlayout, as well as digital photography andphoto scanning techniques using Photo-shop.Note: The course may be taken two semesters foreither Journalism orPhotography credit.Note: Photography 11ab is the same asJournalism 7ab.

Photography 23ATheory of Color/Color Printing4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Photography 1 with a mini-mum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the theory and tech-niques of color still photography. Emphasisis placed on the processing of various typesof color negative film, color printing andcolor cast correction. Color theory, the psy-chology of color, and the effects of variouslight sources on color temperature areincluded.

Photography 23BIntermediate Color Photography/Color Printing4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Photography 23A with a min-imum grade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the advanced theoryand practice of color still photography withan emphasis on the construction, process-ing and printing of color positive materials.The additive color process and contrastmasking will be introduced as well as tech-niques for printing color transparencies oncolor reversal paper, for printing and pro-cessing photographic prints from color neg-atives, and for making color balancedprints.

Photography 50Special Topics in PhotographyUnits determined by individual course;lecture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inPhotography more specific than providedin other courses in the regular departmen-tal curriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Photography 51Elementary Photography2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC *

This course is an introduction to black andwhite photography. Instruction empha-sizes camera operation and exposure set-tings, processing and developing, enlargingand printing, and lighting and mounting.Also covered is the critical analysis of theaesthetic and technical merits of photo-graphs.Note: This course satisfies the photographyrequirement for students majoring in journalism.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Photography 51 and Photogra-phy 1 is one course.

Photography 54Intermediate 35mm Black andWhite Photography2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Photography 51 with a mini-mum grade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students explores intermedi-ate-level black and white 35mm photo-graphic techniques and processes with anemphasis on print quality. Students areintroduced to the imaginative use of hand-colored prints, infrared and high contrastgraphic films and digital images.

Photography 57Creative Photographic Processes2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Photography 54 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is a course in creative photographywith an emphasis on non-silver based pho-tographic materials, creative black andwhite photographic processes, and digitalprocesses. This will include the use of non-silver photographic emulsions applied tonon-traditional surfaces and the creation ofphotographic books.

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Photography 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Pho-tography with a minimum grade of B ineach and acknowledgment by the instructorwith whom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Photographynot covered in the regular departmentalofferings. Regular conferences with theinstructor are coordinated with assignedPhotography projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Photography 150The Art of Photography3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of photography asan art form which includes the evolutionof photography as an art. The course willalso cover the aesthetic and cultural impactof photography as art. Also included is anexamination of the techniques and meth-ods of traditional and digital photography.Students will learn camera functions anddevelop their ability to analyze, evaluate,and compose photographs.Note: Photography 150 is the same course asArt 150. Course credit is limited to Art 150 orPhotography 150.

Photography 151abThe Art of Photography DigitalLaboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Art 150 or Film/Video 22 orPhotography 51 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisite or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces the computer as atool for manipulating photographic images.Topics include digital image input, scan-ning, and various types of digital output.Emphasis is placed on the artistic possibil-ities of the image.Note: Art 151ab is the same course as Art 151ab.Credit is limited to Art 151ab or Photography151ab.

Physical EducationPhysical EducationGeneral Courses

Physical Education 50Special Topics in PhysicalEducationUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inPhysical Education more specific than pro-vided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Physical Education 217Sports Officiating 2 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the basic principles and applicationsof sports officiating. Emphasis is placed ona broad range of topics including officiatingobjectives, conduct, communication skills,conflict management, fitness and injuryprevention, legal rights and responsibili-ties, and career development.

Physical Education 277Introduction to Kinesiology andPhysical Education3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces the academic disci-plines of kinesiology and physical educa-tion through an examination of their histor-ical, professional, and philosophical foun-dations. Specialties such as exercise sci-ence, biomechanics, athletic training, fit-ness, teaching, coaching, sport psychology,and adapted physical education are sur-veyed for their scope and career options.

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Physical Education – A.A. Degree(Health Sciences and Athletics Division)

The degree provides an orientation to the profession through participation in diversephysical activities and study of the dimensions of exercise. Students will acquire the abil-ity to utilize principles of human anatomy, physiology, and behavioral processes in avariety of exercise and sport applications. Competencies will be assessed by a student’sability to solve problems in exercise program design and to evaluate movement skills,tactics, and strategies in various physical activities. Upon completion of the program,students will qualify to pursue advanced degree options or entry-level positions in thediscipline.

El Camino College Major RequirementsAnatomy 30, Psychology 5, Physical Education 277, 280, First Aid 1; plus 8 units ofactivity-units distributed over a minimum of 4 activity categories to include: Aquatics:Physical Education 240abcd, 241abcd, 242abcd, 243abcd, 244ab; Combatives: PhysicalEducation 14abcd, 220abcd, 221abcd; Court/Racquet: Physical Education 4abcd,232abcd, 251abcd, 253abcd; Dance: Dance 10, 12, 14ab, 16ab, 18ab, 19ab, 22ab,23abcd, 32ab, 33abcd, 42ab, 43abcd, 61ab, 62abcd; Fitness: Physical Education 1abcd,2abcd, 54abcd, 101abcd, 102abcd, 135abcd, 245abcd, 260, 285abcd, 300abcd, 302abcd;Individual Sports: Physical Education 24abcd, 208abcd, 224abcd; Team Sports: Physi-cal Education 4abcd, 7abcd, 74abcd, 204abcd, 238abcd, 253abcd.Note: Up to 4 units of intercollegiate sports can be counted toward the required 8 activ-ity units.Total Units: 24





Physical Education CoeducationalActivity Courses

Physical Education 1abcd(formerly Physical Education lab)Body Conditioning andPhysical Fitness1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed to provide studentswith a fitness foundation through themeans of cardiorespiratory endurancetraining, muscular strength and endurancetraining, and flexibility exercises. A stu-dent will be given a fitness assessment pro-file and then will develop an individualizedexercise prescription. Student progress offitness will be monitored and assessed reg-ularly to assure completion of goals andobjectives.

Physical Education 2abcdWalking for Fitness1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed to provide studentswith a foundation of aerobic fitnessthrough walking. Students will progressfrom shorter duration, lower intensitywalks to exercise sessions that includelonger duration, higher intensity exerciseand power walking. Conditioning pro-grams will emphasize development ofendurance, progressive increases in caloricexpenditure, and improvements in bodycomposition. Instruction will includeexamination of gait patterns utilized underdifferent walking conditions. Strategies forthe prevention of injuries will beaddressed. Successful completion of thecourse will result in improved aerobic fit-ness, increased caloric expenditure, andthe ability to construct effective walkingprograms for continued benefit.

Physical Education 3abcdBoot Camp Fitness Training1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU, UC

This course is an intense, highly regiment-ed, military style form of physical condi-tioning. Disciplined forms of exerciseinclude use of; body weight, simple appa-ratus and calisthenics to develop aerobicand muscle fitness.

Physical Education 4abcdBasketball1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course offers instruction and practicein the skills of basketball for the beginningto the advanced player. Offensive anddefensive skills, such as footwork, drib-bling, passing, and shooting, are taughtalong with defensive positioning andrebounding. Rules of the game will be cov-ered along with game strategies and tour-nament play.

Physical Education 7abcd(formerly Physical Education 7ab)Baseball1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

Students are introduced to the sport ofbaseball through instruction and practice.Topics include batting, fielding, and baserunning skills as well as rules and gamestrategy. Students will participate in gamesituations that allow execution of skills andstrategies in a competitive environment. Aconditioning program specific to the sportwill also be utilized.

Physical Education 14abcd(formerly Physical Education 14ab)Boxing1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course examines the basic skills,rules, etiquette, and strategies for boxing.Students will be introduced to the correctbody position and footwork as well as theprinciples and mechanics of the basicpunches and defenses. The trainingaspects of boxing as well as conditioningand fitness strategies will be covered.

Physical Education 47abcdIntroduction to Indoor RockClimbing1 unit;0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides instruction and prac-tice for developing rock climbing skills andfitness. Instruction will include: climbingethics, preparation, safety, and knowledgeof equipment, climbing techniques and themental approach to climbing. Condition-ing exercises are incorporated to buildmuscular strength, muscular endurance,flexibility, and balance for rock climbing.This class will also facilitate critical think-ing and problem solving skills.

Physical Education 54abcdWeight Training1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course offers basic through advancedinstruction in the theory and techniques ofprogressive resistance exercise training.Course content includes basic muscleanatomy, individual goal setting andprogress monitoring, exposure to a varietyof training systems, and specific applica-tion of methods to individual goals andneeds.

Physical Education 74abcdSoccer 1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course offers soccer instruction, prac-tice, and competitive play that is suited forstudents of every skill level. Basic andadvanced technical skills, laws of thegame, tactics and strategies and set playswill be presented with the aim of improv-ing the student’s current ability level. Exer-cise training specific to the physicaldemands of soccer will be included alongwith discussions on the mental aspects ofthe sport and prevention of soccer relatedinjuries. Students successfully completingthis course will acquire the skills andknowledge to enjoy soccer as a lifelongsport.

Physical Education 101abcdPhysical Fitness and Aging2 units; 1 hour lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: noneCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed to develop anunderstanding of the benefits and health-enhancing values of exercise for olderadults. Strength training, cardiorespiratoryfitness and stretching exercises will be per-formed to enhance physical fitness, bonedensity, body composition and posture.Training strategies suited for older adultsand physical fitness assessments will alsobe implemented.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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Physical Education 102abcdFunctional Fitness and Aging1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: noneCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed to develop anunderstanding of the benefits and health-enhancing values of functional fitness asso-ciated with older adults. Balance, mobility,agility and coordination type exercises willbe discussed and practiced to promotephysical fitness, functional independence,and to reduce the risk of falling. Strengthtraining, cardiovascular exercise andstretching will be performed as they arecontributing factors to functional fitness.Training strategies suited for older adultsand functional assessments will also beimplemented.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Physical Education 135abcdSport-Specific,Periodized Training for Athletes1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

Students will engage in physical condition-ing that is specific to their sport. Trainingwill be periodized with changes in trainingvariables occurring at prescribed intervalsand phases of training. Athletes’ strengthsand weaknesses in performing their sport,will be assessed; injury risk will be identi-fied. Test results, athlete goals, and coach-es’ input will be used to develop individualtraining programs to optimize physicalconditioning and reduce risk of injury dur-ing any phase of the athlete’s training.

Physical Education 201Introduction to Adapted PhysicalEducation2 units; 2 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: English 84 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an introduction toAdapted Physical Education with an orien-tation to specific disabilities. Exercise the-ory and techniques will be discussed andwheelchair transfers will be practiced.Consequences of disuse syndrome and fit-ness benefits of exercise will also be dis-cussed. Students will gain practical experi-ence working with students with disabili-ties who are enrolled in the Adapted Phys-ical Education. Students interested in pur-suing careers in physical education, kinesi-ology, physical therapy, and nursing willfind this course valuable.

Physical Education 204abcdBadminton1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the skills of badminton for thebeginner to the advanced player. Progres-sions of skills include serving, clears, netshots, smash and drive. Rules, strategy andetiquette will be covered. Opportunitiesfor singles and doubles competition intournament play is included in the course.

Physical Education 208abcdBowling1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course examines the basic skills,rules, etiquette, scoring, and playing strate-gies for the activity of bowling. Studentswill be introduced to the mechanics ofstance, delivery, and follow-through aswell as proper grip of the ball. In thiscourse, students will examine and practicethe physical and mental skills required tosucceed in this lifetime activity. Studentswill also participate in league play duringthe semester. Note: Students will pay a user fee for each classmeeting for three lanes of bowling, shoes, andbowling ball. Students must furnish their owntransportation to and from the bowling alley.

Physical Education 220abcdNaginata: A Japanese Martial Art1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides basic skills andknowledge related to Naginata – a Japan-ese martial art. Students will use a nagina-ta (pole arm) for offensive and defensivetactics while incorporating precision tech-niques. Japanese terminology will orientstudents to the equipment and withinstructional cues for on guard positioning,footwork, and target areas. The course istaught according to traditional Japaneseteaching methods with emphasis on men-tal focus, self-discipline and self-confi-dence. Culture, philosophy and historicalconcepts with Naginata will also be dis-cussed.

Physical Education 221abcdDefense Tactics1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the application of combative arts foruse in self defense. Techniques presentedwill include various strikes, punches, andkicks as well as ground defense strategies.Defense against the headlock, bear hug,lapel grab, chokes, and confrontational sit-uations will also be examined. Physicalconditioning and fitness specific to thatneeded to perform self-defense strikes willbe emphasized. Prevention of trainingrelated injuries will be addressed throughproper warm up and stretching.

Physical Education 224abcdGolf1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the skills of golf for the beginner,intermediate or advanced golfer. Grip,stance, swing development and putting aretaught along with the rules, strategy andetiquette of the game. Instruction and prac-tice will be on campus and at a localcourse. Note: Student will pay a user fee for each classmeeting for 3-par 9 holes (short course). Studentmust provide own transportation to and from thegolf course.

Physical Education 232abcdRacquetball1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

Students will be introduced to racquetballequipment, safety, rules, regulations,strokes, and tactics. The course willensure that the student has the physicaland mental skills required to succeed inthis lifetime activity.

Physical Education 238abcdSlow Pitch Softball1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course offers instruction in slow pitchsoftball, practice, and competitive playsuited for students of every skill level.Basic and advanced technical skills, rulesof the game, tactics and strategies and situ-ational play will be presented. Exercisetraining specific to the physical demands ofslow pitch softball will be included, as wellas discussions on the health aspects of thesport and the prevention of relatedinjuries. Students successfully completingthis course will acquire the skills andknowledge to enjoy slow pitch softball as alifelong sport.





Physical Education 240abcdBeginning Swimming1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed for the beginnerswimmer. Instruction and practice willemphasize the fundamentals and strokemechanics of freestyle, backstroke, ele-mentary backstroke, and side stroke.Beginning diving skills and treading wateralong with basic water safety and rescueswill be demonstrated and practiced.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Physical Education 241abcdIntermediate/Advanced Swimming1 unit; 2 hours labPrerequisite: one semester of PE 240abcdwith a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed for intermediateand advanced swimmers. Emphasis is onrefinement of freestyle, backstroke, ele-mentary backstroke, and sidestrokethrough instruction and practice. Butterflyand breaststroke skills, as well as flipturns, will be introduced.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Physical Education 242abcdSwimming, Lifeguard Training1 unit; 1 hour lecture, 1 hour labRecommended Preparation: English 84Enrollment Limitation: American RedCross Mandate - Level 5 Swimming AbilityCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course follows the American RedCross (ARC) Lifeguard Training programand provides the opportunity for certifica-tion in Red Cross Lifeguard, WaterfrontLifeguard, Lifeguard Management, FirstAid, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation(CPR) for the professional rescuer. Empha-sis is placed on personal safety, profession-al conduct, injury prevention, emergencypreparation, public interaction, and rescuetechniques for pool and non-surf openwater environments. Instruction with cer-tification is also incorporated into thecourse for automated external defibrilla-tion (AED) and oxygen administration. Note: Certification requires passing both ARCpractical and written examinations.Note: This course is offered fall semester only.

Physical Education 243abcdSwimming,Water Safety Instructor2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: English 84Enrollment Limitation: American RedCross mandates - Level 4 swimming abilityand minimum age of 16 years at start ofcourseCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course follows the American RedCross (ARC) Water Safety Instruction(WSI) program and provides an opportuni-ty for instructor certification. Principlesand methods of teaching swimming, div-ing, water aerobics, and water safety aretaught. Course activity also includes prac-tice teaching.Note: Certification requires passing both ARCpractical and written examinations.Note: This course is offered spring semester only.

Physical Education 244abcd(formerly Physical Education 244ab)Springboard Diving1 unit; 2 hours labPrerequisite: ability to swim in deep waterCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in springboard diving. Each of the fivedive groups, forward, inward, backward,reverse, and twisting, will be analyzedwith regard to rules and mechanics.

Physical Education 245abcdWater Aerobics1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

Instruction focuses on aerobic conditioningdone in water. Emphasis is placed on car-dio-respiratory endurance, flexibility, mus-cular strength, and endurance.

Physical Education 246abcdSwimming for Fitness1 unit; 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: ability to swim50 yards without stopping using two of thecompetitive swimming strokesCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course will emphasize swim condi-tioning for the improvement of health andphysical fitness. The class is designed toimprove cardiovascular endurance, lungcapacity, and muscular strength throughaerobic and anaerobic conditioning.Stroke mechanics will be addressed andrefined in the four competitive swimmingstrokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly).

Physical Education 250abcd Techniques of Surfboard Riding1 unit; 3 hours lab Prerequisite: Physical Education 240abcdwith a minimum grade of C or equivalentEnrollment Limitation: Must be able toswim three hundred yards and tread waterfor three minutesCredit, degree applicable;Transfer CSU, UC

This course offers instruction in handlingof surfboards and practice of safe riding inthe surf. Topics such as ocean safety, haz-ards, currents, tides, weather conditions,wave selection, surfing etiquette, boardand wetsuit selection, and paddle tech-nique will be emphasized.Note: Students furnish their own surfboards andprotective wetsuits to off-campus sites at localbeaches.

Physical Education 251abcdTennis1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course offers tennis instruction, prac-tice, and competitive play that is suited forstudents at every skill level. Basic andadvanced strokes, rules of the game, tac-tics, and strategies for singles and doublesplay will be presented with the aim ofimproving the student’s current abilitylevel. Exercise training specific to thephysical demands of tennis will be includ-ed along with discussions on the mentalaspects of the sport and prevention of ten-nis-related injuries. Students successfullycompleting the course will acquire ade-quate skills and knowledge to enjoy tennisas a lifelong sport.

Physical Education 253abcdVolleyball1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the skills of volleyball. Skill progres-sions of serving, passing, setting, spiking,digging and blocking are taught. Gamestrategies as applied to two person, fourperson and six person teams will be cov-ered. Offensive and defensive systems aswell as formations and line-ups are includ-ed. Tournaments are also included in thecourse, allowing the students to executethe skills in a competitive environment.The rules of both the indoor and outdoorgames will be covered. Specific condition-ing for the game of volleyball is also incor-porated.





Physical Education 256abcdYoga for Health and Fitness1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed to improve both fit-ness and health through mind and bodyintegration. Yoga postures (asanas) arewoven together to provide a workout thattargets the body, but does not emphasizeany religion, or philosophy. Breathingwhile performing the asanas is stressed.Various styles of Hatha Yoga will be intro-duced. This course will give the studentboth the knowledge and the practice tomove toward improved health, fitness andmind and body awareness.

Physical Education 260Basic Principles of Fitness andWeight Control1 unit; 1 hour lectureCorequisite: one of the following activitycourses: Physical Education 1abcd, 2abcd,4abcd, 54abcd, 74abcd, 101abcd, 102abcd,204abcd, 224abcd, 238abcd, 240abcd,241abcd, 245abcd, 251abcd, 253abcd,256abcd, 280, 285abcd, 300abcd, 302abcd,350abcd, 400abcdRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Students receive basic instruction forimplementing physical activity programsfor personal health and fitness. Guidelinesfor developing aerobic fitness, musclestrength and tone, flexibility, and life-longphysical activity are presented in the con-text of reducing health risk factors,enhancing well-being, and maintaininglong-term weight management. Basicnutritional recommendations are providedin support of these objectives.Note: Assessments of aerobic fitness, body com-position, and muscle strength are provided in theCollege’s Exercise Science Laboratory.

Physical Education 270Fitness and Sports Nutrition3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A and Mathematics 23Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines nutritional anddietary requirements of actively exercisingadults and those engaged in competitivesports. The course emphasizes the studyof optimal nutritional regimens forimproved fitness and performance, therole of supplements as ergogenic aids, andthe integration of diet and exercise inachieving goal body weight and composi-tion.

Physical Education 272(formerly First Aid 3)Care and Prevention of AthleticInjuries3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides the future athletictrainer, as well as coach and health careprofessional, the concepts surrounding theprofession of athletic training. Emphasis isplaced on the principles, techniques, andethics in the prevention and care of athlet-ic injuries. Study areas include the sportsmedicine team, legal issues, risk manage-ment, pathology of injury, managementskills, and specific sports injuries and con-ditions.

Physical Education 274Clinical Assessment andManagement of Athletic Injuries3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Physical Education 272 with aminimum grade of C; valid American RedCross First Aid and CPR CertificateRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course builds on concepts from Physi-cal Education 272, Care and Prevention ofAthletic Injuries, and examines advancedtechniques in the field of athletic training.Emphasis is placed on recognition, assess-ment, management, and prevention of ath-letic injuries including strapping tech-niques. Students will implement andadminister athletic training concepts as theyapply to athletics and athletic competition.

Physical Education 275Sport Psychology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Psychology 5;eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a scientific study of the psy-chological factors associated with partici-pation and performance in sport activities.Emphasis will be placed on how psycho-logical principles and research can be usedto understand and enhance sport perform-ance. Topics will include historical andtheoretical perspectives of sport psycholo-gy, research methods, and the relationshipbetween sport performance and variouspersonality, motivational, and social psy-chological variables. Gender and ageissues, as well as the effects and manage-ment of unhealthy behaviors, will be dis-cussed.Note: Physical Education 275 is the samecourse as Psychology 22.

Physical Education 280Exercise and Nutrition Programsfor Fitness and WeightManagement3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Students will be given guidelines for thedesign of individual exercise programs ofaerobic fitness, weight loss and develop-ment of muscle mass, muscle strength, andjoint flexibility. Nutritional support foroptimizing these fitness objectives is inte-grated throughout the course. Studentsparticipate in both classroom discussionsand relevant exercise training in the ElCamino College Fitness Center. Measure-ment of aerobic fitness (VO2max), bodycomposition by underwater weighing, andtests of muscle function will be conductedin the College’s Exercise Science Laborato-ry to guide exercise and dietary recommen-dations.

Physical Education 282abcdPrimary Prevention of Cardiovas-cular and Related Diseases2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction in risk fac-tor identification and modification for car-diovascular related diseases including themetabolic syndrome. Emphasis is placedon healthy lifestyle behaviors includingexercise training, proper nutrition, andweight management. Other topics to bediscussed include smoking cessation, lipidlowering techniques, and blood pressurereduction strategies. This course isdesigned for apparently healthy individu-als with one or more risk factors for cardio-vascular disease such as physical inactivi-ty, obesity, high blood pressure, high cho-lesterol, cigarette smoking, high bloodsugar, and for students who are interestedin these health-related topics.



Physical Education 285abcdContinuing Fitness, Nutrition, andWeight Management Programs1 unit; 3 hours lab arranged per weekPrerequisite: PE 260 or 280 with a mini-mum grade of C in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides continued guidancein individualized exercise training andbasic nutrition with emphasis on furtherdevelopment of physical fitness andweight management. The course includesfitness and nutrition reassessments; indi-vidual consultations with the instructor;development of revised exercise prescrip-tions and dietary and supervised compre-hensive exercise training. Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Physical Education 290Personal Fitness Trainer3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: English 84 andMathematics 23 or Mathematics 25Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides the scientific founda-tions and practical experience required byPersonal Fitness Trainers for certificationby agencies such as American College ofSports Medicine (ACSM), NationalStrength Coaches Association (NSCA),National Academy of Sports Medicine(NASM), and others. The course is broad-based with topical areas including basicexercise physiology, biomechanics, fitnessassessments, exercise prescriptions, fitnesstraining principles, nutrition, weight man-agement and work with special popula-tions. The business aspects of PersonalTraining are also reviewed.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Physical Education 300abcdAerobic Fitness1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course focuses on the basic principlesof cardiorespiratory conditioning. Empha-sis is placed on technique and develop-ment of cardiorespiratory endurance, mus-cle endurance, flexibility, and improvedbody composition. Assessments of aerobicfitness, muscle endurance, and body com-position are used to develop exercise pre-scriptions.

Physical Education 302abcdStep Aerobics1 unit; 2 hours labRecommended Preparation: Physical Edu-cation 300abcd or equivalent skill levelCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and work-out that utilize an adjustable platform andchoreographed stepping patterns for theprimary purpose of increasing cardiorespi-ratory fitness. The use of hand weights,elastic bands and tubes, and training cir-cuits will provide variety and furtherdevelop overall strength, endurance, andflexibility as well as improve body compo-sition.

Physical EducationAdapted Activity Courses

Physical Education 400abcdAdapted Fitness1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed to meet the needsof students with disabilities and providespersonalized exercise programs. Exerciseprograms may incorporate modificationswhen limitations are associated with a dis-ability. The components of physical fitnesswill be discussed in order to develop anunderstanding of training principles, bene-fits of exercise, and conditioning strategies.Basic nutrition guidelines related to fitnesswill also be discussed.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.Note: This course is designed for students withdisabilities.

Physical Education 401abcdAdapted Strength Training1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides strength trainingexercise for students with disabilities.Exercise programs are personalized andself-paced. Specialized equipment is avail-able to accommodate the needs of the stu-dents. Fitness terminology, training princi-ples, and the benefits from resistance exer-cise will be discussed. Major musclegroups will be identified in their applica-tion to specific exercises.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.Note: This course is designed for students withdisabilities.

Physical Education 402abcdAdapted Swimming andHydroexercise1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed to meet the needsof students with disabilities. Students willlearn basic swimming skills and/or partici-pate in personalized hydroexercise pro-grams. Water safety skills, elements ofphysical fitness, and training principles inthe water utilizing buoyancy and hydrody-namic resistance will be included.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.Note: This course is designed for students withdisabilities.

Physical Education 404abcdAdapted Cardiovascular Fitness1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides cardiovascular exer-cise for students with disabilities. Exerciseprograms are personalized and self-paced.Specialized equipment is available toaccommodate the needs of the students.Fitness terminology, training principles,and benefits associated with cardiovascu-lar exercise will be discussed.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.Note: This course is designed for students withdisabilities.

Physical Education 407abcdAdapted Bowling1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed for students withdisabilities. Students will receive instruc-tion in the basic skills, rules, etiquette,scoring and playing strategies in the activi-ty of bowling. Students will also partici-pate in a tournament and league play dur-ing the semester.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.Note: This course is designed for students withdisabilities.Note: Students must obtain their own transporta-tion to and from Gable House Bowl and mustpay a fee per line of bowling, which includesrental of shoes and bowling ball.





Physical Education 409abcdAdapted Yoga 1 unit; 3 hours lab Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for students withdisabilities. Emphasis is placed on person-alized programs to meet each student’sabilities. Improvements in core strength,flexibility, balance, relaxation, and stressreduction through mind and body integra-tion will be stressed. Yoga postures(asanas) will be introduced and modifiedwhen necessary. Breathing patterns whileperforming the asanas will be emphasized.This course will give the student both theknowledge and practice to move towardimproved health and greater mind andbody awareness.Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

Physical Education IntercollegiateAthletic Courses

Physical Education 5abcMen’s IntercollegiateBaseball Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques ofbaseball and the opportunity for intercolle-giate competition. Students will competeagainst conference schools and other col-leges.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Physical Education 6abcOff-Season Training For Men’sIntercollegiate Baseball Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of base-ball. All students will engage in an off-sea-son program emphasizing instruction,game tactics, skill development, strengthtraining, and conditioning.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 15abcMen’s IntercollegiateBasketball Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, trainingand practice in the advanced techniques ofbasketball and the opportunity for intercol-legiate competition. Students will competeagainst conference schools and other col-leges.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesteronly.

Physical Education 16abcOff-Season Training for Men’s Intercollegiate Basketball Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU,UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of basket-ball. All students will engage in an off-sea-son program emphasizing instruction, skilldevelopment, strength training, and condi-tioning.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter and summer session only.

Physical Education 20abcWomen’s Intercollegiate CrossCountry Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques ofcross-country training and the opportunityfor intercollegiate competition. Studentswill compete against conference schoolsand other colleges.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesteronly.

Physical Education 21abcOff-Season Training for Women’sIntercollegiate Cross CountryTeam1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of crosscountry. All students will engage in an off-season program emphasizing instruction,skill development, strength training, andconditioning. Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter and summer session only.

Physical Education 25abcMen’s Intercollegiate Cross Country Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques ofcross-country training and the opportunityfor intercollegiate competition. Studentswill compete against conference schoolsand other colleges.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesteronly.

Physical Education 26abcOff-Season Training for Men’s Intercollegiate Cross CountryTeam1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of crosscountry. All students will engage in an off-season program emphasizing instruction,skill development, strength training, andconditioning.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter and summer session only.







Physical Education 35abcMen’s IntercollegiateFootball Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of footballand the opportunity for intercollegiatecompetition. Students will compete againstconference schools and other colleges.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesteronly.

Physical Education 36abcOff-Season Training for Men’s Intercollegiate Football Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques offootball. All students will engage in an off-season program emphasizing instruction,skill development, strength training, andconditioning. Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter and summer session only.

Physical Education 45abcMen’s Intercollegiate Golf Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of golf andthe opportunity for intercollegiate competi-tion. Students will compete against confer-ence schools and other colleges.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Physical Education 46abcOff-Season Training for Men’s Intercollegiate Golf Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques ofgolf. All students will engage in an off-sea-son program emphasizing instruction, skilldevelopment, strength training, and condi-tioning.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 57abcMen’s IntercollegiateSwimming Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides competitive swimtraining and intercollegiate competition.Students will engage in a program stressingskill development, strength training, car-diovascular conditioning, and competition.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Physical Education 58abcOff-Season Training for Men’s Intercollegiate Swimming Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides students conditioningspecific to competitive swim training. Stu-dents will engage in skill development andswim conditioning as well as resistancetraining specific to swimming. Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 60abcWomen’s IntercollegiateSoccer Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques ofsoccer and the opportunity for intercolle-giate competition. Students will competeagainst conference schools and other col-leges.Note: This course offered in the fall semesteronly.

Physical Education 61abcOff-Season Training for Women’sIntercollegiate Soccer Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of soccer.All students will engage in an off-seasonprogram emphasizing instruction, skilldevelopment, strength training, and condi-tioning.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter and summer session only.

Physical Education 65abcMen’s Intercollegiate Tennis Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques oftennis and the opportunity for intercolle-giate competition. Students will competeagainst conference schools and other col-leges.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Physical Education 66abcOff-Season Training for Men’sIntercollegiate Tennis Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques oftennis. All students will engage in an off-season program emphasizing instruction,skill development, strength training, andconditioning. Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 70abcMen’s Intercollegiate Soccer Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides practice and instruc-tion in the advanced techniques of soccerleading to intercollegiate competition withmember schools of the South Coast Confer-ence and other colleges.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesteronly.

Physical Education 71abcOff-Season Training for Men’sIntercollegiate Soccer Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed for off-season soc-cer training. Students will engage in an off-season program stressing instruction, skilldevelopment, strength training, and car-diovascular conditioning. Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter and summer session only.



Physical Education 75abcMen’s Intercollegiate Track andField Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques oftrack and field. Students will have theopportunity for intercollegiate competitionand will compete against conferenceschools and other colleges.Note: This course is offered in the springsemester only.

Physical Education 76abcOff-Season Training for Men’s Intercollegiate Track and FieldTeam1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of trackand field. All students will engage in anoff-season program emphasizing instruc-tion, skill development, strength training,and conditioning.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 80abcMen’s IntercollegiateVolleyball Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of men’svolleyball and the opportunity for intercol-legiate competition. Students may com-pete with member schools of the WesternStates Conference and other colleges. Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Physical Education 81abcOff-Season Training for Men’s Intercollegiate Volleyball Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of men’svolleyball. Emphasis is placed onadvanced skill training, offensive anddefensive systems, game strategy, and spe-cific conditioning for volleyball.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 85abcMen’s IntercollegiateWater Polo Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques ofwater polo and the opportunity for inter-collegiate competition. Students will com-pete against conference schools and othercolleges.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesteronly.

Physical Education 86abcOff-Season Training for Men’sIntercollegiate Water Polo Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of waterpolo. All students will engage in an off-sea-son program emphasizing instruction, skilldevelopment, strength training, and condi-tioning.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter and summer session only.

Physical Education 87abcWomen’s IntercollegiateWater Polo Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in advanced water polo techniques.Training format will be designed to devel-op endurance, strength, individual skills,and team skills specific to the sport ofwater polo. A variety of drills will encour-age skill acquisition and foster coordinatedteam play. Game theory will engender anunderstanding of team play and the roleeach individual contributes to seamlessteam unity. Conditioning will enable theathletes to play the game at a high perform-ance level. Training will culminate incompetition against teams from other insti-tutions as a test of skill levels both as anindividual and as a group.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesteronly.

Physical Education 105abcWomen’s Intercollegiate Basketball Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques ofbasketball and the opportunity for intercol-legiate competition. Students will competeagainst conference schools and other col-leges.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesteronly.

Physical Education 106abcOff-Season Training for Women’sIntercollegiate Basketball Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of basket-ball. All students will engage in an off-sea-son program emphasizing instruction, skilldevelopment, strength training, and condi-tioning.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter and summer session only.





Physical Education 110abcWomen’s Intercollegiate Volleyball Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques ofwomen’s volleyball. Students will com-pete against member schools of the SouthCoast Conference and other colleges. Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Physical Education 111abcOff-Season Training for Women’sIntercollegiate Volleyball Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques ofwomen’s volleyball. Emphasis is placedon advanced skill training. Offensive anddefensive systems, game strategy, and spe-cific conditioning for volleyball are incor-porated. Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 115abcWomen’s IntercollegiateTennis Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques oftennis and the opportunity for intercolle-giate competition. Students will competeagainst conference schools and other col-leges.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Physical Education 116abcOff-Season Training for Women’sIntercollegiate Tennis Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques oftennis. All students will engage in an off-season program emphasizing instruction,skill development, strength training, andconditioning. Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 120abcWomen’s IntercollegiateSoftball Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques ofsoftball and the opportunity for intercolle-giate competition. Students will competeagainst conference schools and other col-leges.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Physical Education 121abcOff-Season Training for Women’sIntercollegiate Softball Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of softball.All students will engage in an off-seasonprogram emphasizing instruction, gametactics, skill development, strength train-ing, and conditioning. Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 125abcWomen’s Intercollegiate Swimming Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction, training,and practice in the advanced techniques ofswimming and the opportunity for inter-collegiate competition. Students will com-pete against conference schools and othercolleges..Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Physical Education 126abcOff-Season Training for Women’sIntercollegiate Swimming Team1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of swim-ming. Students will engage in skill devel-opment and swim conditioning as well asresistance training specific to swimming.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 130abcWomen’s IntercollegiateTrack and Field Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*This course provides instruction, train-ing, and practice in the advanced tech-niques of track and field. Students willhave the opportunity for intercollegiatecompetition and will compete againstconference schools and other colleges.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.

Physical Education 131abcOff-Season Training for Women’sIntercollegiate Track and FieldTeam1 unit; 2 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity experience or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course provides instruction and prac-tice in the advanced techniques of trackand field. All students will engage in anoff-season program emphasizing instruc-tion, skill development, strength training,and conditioning. Note: This course is offered in the fall semesterand summer session only.

Physical Education 132abcWomen’s IntercollegiateBadminton Team3 units; 10 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides women’s varsitypractice and instruction in the advancedtechniques of badminton leading to inter-collegiate competition with memberschools of the South Coast Conference andother colleges. Athletes who satisfactorilyfulfill the course requirements will earn anEl Camino College Award of Completion.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.





Physical Education 133abcOff-Season Training for Women’sIntercollegiate Badminton Team1 unit; 3 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryout (high schoolvarsity or equivalent skill)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is open to team candidates andathletes for off-season badminton training.All participants will engage in an off-sea-son program stressing instruction, skilldevelopment, strength training and cardio-vascular conditioning.Note: This course is offered in the fall semesteronly.

Physical Education 233abcPep Squad2 units; 4 hours labEnrollment Limitation: tryoutCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for cheerleaderswho are able to perform cheers, dance andstunting at an intermediate level. Athletesare selected at tryouts and perform at foot-ball and basketball games, and selectedcommunity activities.Note: This course is offered fall semester only.Tryouts are held in the spring.

Physical Education 234abcdOff-Season Training for Pep Squad1 unit; 2 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed as off-season train-ing for returning members of the cheerlead-ing squad. This course is a requirement forcheerleaders participating in the competi-tion squad. Students will work on skilldevelopment in cheer, dance and stunting.Strength training and cardiovascular condi-tioning will also be implemented.

Physical SciencePhysical Science 25Exploring Physical Sciences3 units; 2 hour lecture, 4 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

The course provides a step-by-step intro-duction to the physical sciences throughthe study of simple physical systems.Topics include energy, forces, elasticity,magnetism, electricity, gravitational inter-actions, changes of state, physical proper-ties, and chemical changes. Drawing fromtheir own observations, students willdevelop concepts and construct modelsthat can predict outcomes of experiments.Physical Science 25 is designed for stu-dents preparing to teach at the elementaryand middle school levels.* Note: Students will not receive UC credit forPhysical Science 25 if taken after a college levelchemistry or physics course.

Physical Science 50Special Topics in Physical ScienceUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inPhysical Science more specific than pro-vided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

History of Science 11Introduction to the History ofWestern Science3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course the major ideas and organiz-ing theories of the scientific revolutions inastronomy, physics, chemistry, biology,and geology are introduced. The profes-sional and personal lives of the scientistsresponsible for each revolution are dis-cussed. Scientists covered include GalileoGalilei, Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, andCharles Darwin. A brief introduction tothe methods, philosophy, and content ofscience is also included and an example ofa contemporary scientific revolution is alsodiscussed.Note: This course is primarily for the non-sci-ence major. No mathematics or previous sciencebackground is required.

PhysicsPhysics 1AMechanics of Solids4 units; 4 hours lecture, 2 hours lab Prerequisite: Physics 11 and 13, or Physics2A with a minimum grade of C in prereq-uisite or one year of high school physics;Mathematics 190 with a minimum grade ofC or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course surveys the mathematical andphysical descriptions of vectors, equilibri-um, linear kinematics, Newton’s Laws,energy, power, angular motion, linear andangular momentum, rotational dynamics,elasticity, simple harmonic motion andgravitation.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Physics 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D andPhysics 2A, 2B and/or Physics 3A, 3B is oneseries.

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Physical Science – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The physical science program provides students the opportunity to investigate diversemethods of inquiry by experiencing courses from a cross section of science disciplines.Students will develop critical thinking skills, learn to communicate effectively in writ-ing, and acquire an understanding of major scientific concepts. Through courseoptions, students will use mathematical concepts to solve problems and employ meth-ods of scientific inquiry to understand the world around them. Completion of thedegree requirements will prepare students with the skills and resources needed to facil-itate academic and career decisions. Competencies will be assessed through regularlyscheduled theory and laboratory examinations.

El Camino College Major RequirementsOne of the following two-semester sequences: Chemistry 1A-1B, Physics 1A-1B,Physics 1A-1C, Physics 2A-2B, Physics 3A-3B; an additional 10-13 units from the fol-lowing courses to reach of total of 20 units: Astronomy 12, 20, 25, Chemistry 4, 7A, 7B,Computer Science 1, 10, Geology 1, 2, 3, 4, 15, Mathematics 150, 180, 190, 191, 220,270, Physics 1C, 1DTotal Units: 20




Physics 1BFluids, Heat and Sound3 units; 3 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Physics 1A with a minimumgrade of C; Mathematics 191 with a mini-mum grade of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

The course is a calculus-based coursewhich covers principles of hydrostatics,Bernoulli’s Principle, viscous forces, ther-mometry, calorimetry, heat transfer, basicprocesses, Carnot cycle, First and SecondLaws of Thermodynamics, entropy, kinet-ic theory, sound and wave motion, reso-nance in strings and tubes, Doppler effect,and acoustics.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Physics 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D andPhysics 2A, 2B and/or Physics 3A, 3B is oneseries.

Physics 1CElectricity and Magnetism4 units; 4 hours lecture, 2 hours lab Prerequisite: Physics 1A with a minimumgrade of C; Mathematics 191 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course details the mathematical andphysical description of Coulomb's Law,electric field and potential, Gauss's Law,DC circuit analysis with Ohm's Law andKirchhoff's Law, AC circuit analysis withphase diagrams, elementary electronics,capacitance, magnetic fields and theireffect on moving charges and currents,magnetic fields produced by various cur-rent configurations, induced emf, mutualand self-inductance, basic theory ofdielectrics, magnetic properties of materi-als and Maxwell's Equations in integraland differential form.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Physics 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D andPhysics 2A, 2B and/or Physics 3A, 3B is oneseries.

Physics 1DOptics and Modern Physics3 units; 3 hours lecture, 2 hours labPrerequisite: Physics 1A with a minimumgrade of C; Mathematics 191 with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This is a calculus-based course which cov-ers geometric optics, including reflectionand refraction at plane and spherical sur-faces, prisms, lenses, mirrors, and simpleoptical instruments, and physical optics,including polarization, interference, dif-fraction, and introductory electromagneticwave theory. The modern physics portionof this course covers special relativity, theparticle nature of light, wave properties ofparticles, the Schrödinger equation, atomicphysics and spectra, and nuclear physics.Note: This course is offered in the spring semes-ter only.*Note: The maximum credit allowed for studentscompleting Physics 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D and Physics2A, 2B and/or Physics 3A, 3B is one series.

Physics 2AGeneral Physics4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Mathematics 170 with a min-imum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

The course is a survey of kinematics, stat-ics, dynamics, momentum, energy, rota-tion, gravitation and planetary motion, flu-ids, kinetic theory of gases, and thermody-namics. In addition the course covers elas-ticity and vibration, wave motion, interfer-ence, standing waves, and sound.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Physics 2A, 2B and Physics 1A,1B, 1C, 1D and/or Physics 3A, 3B is one series.

Physics 2BGeneral Physics 4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Physics 2A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a survey of electric force,electric field, electric energy, electric cir-cuits, electromagnetism, applied electrici-ty, electromagnetic waves, geometricoptics, wave optics, applied optics, relativ-ity, electrons and photons, atomic struc-ture, the nucleus, applied nuclear physics,and particle physics.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Physics 2A, 2B and Physics 1A,1B, 1C, 1D and/or Physics 3A, 3B is one series.

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Physics – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The program is designed to provide students the opportunity to obtain a degree uponsuccessful completion of the requirements of a physics transfer major. Upon comple-tion of the program requirements, the student will acquire the ability to use and devel-op problem solving strategies that apply to physical concepts involving mechanics, ther-modynamics, sound, light, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics. Laborato-ry activities will provide the student with a foundation in measurement and analysistechniques necessary to test, understand, and apply physical concepts. Competencywill be assessed by evaluating the student’s ability to quantitively and qualitativelydetermine the results of physical situations.





Physics 3AGeneral Physics with Calculus5 units; 4 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Mathematics 160 or Mathe-matics 190 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is part of a one-year generalsurvey of the basic principles of physicsincluding kinematics, dynamics, statics,momentum, energy, rotation, gravitation,and planetary motion. Elasticity and vibra-tion, wave motion and sound, the kinetictheory of gases, and thermodynamics willalso be discussed. This course is designedfor life science majors requiring a calculus-based physics program.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Physics 3A, 3B and Physics 1A,1B, 1C, 1D and/or Physics 2A, 2B is one series.

Physics 3BGeneral Physics with Calculus5 units; 4 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Physics 3A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a calculus-based survey ofelectricity, magnetism, light, geometricand physical optics, special relativity, andatomic and nuclear physics. This course isdesigned for life science majors requiring acalculus-based physics program.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Physics 3A, 3B and Physics 1A,1B, 1C, 1D and/or Physics 2A, 2B is one series.

Physics 11Descriptive Introduction to Physics3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course utilizes lectures and demon-strations to present various principles ofphysics in a non-mathematical manner.Newton’s Laws of motion and gravitation,momentum, work, energy and heat will bepresented. Other topics will be selectedfrom properties of matter, fluids, sound,light, electricity and magnetism, atomicand modern physics, special and generalrelativity.*Note: Students will not receive UC credit forPhysics 11 if taken after Physics 1A or Physics2A.

Physics 12Laboratory for Introductory Physics1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Physics 11 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollmentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This laboratory course is designed to givethe student an opportunity to experimen-tally reinforce some of the fundamentalconcepts of physics studied in Physics 11.*Note: Students will not receive UC credit forPhysics 12 if taken after Physics 1A or Physics2A.

Physics 13Quantitative Aspects of Elementary Physics1 unit; 1 hour lecture, 1 hour labPrerequisite: Physics 11 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollment ( a stu-dent who has completed one year of highschool physics meets the prerequisite ofPhysics 11); eligibility for Mathematics 180Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course covers elementary problem-solving techniques and is designed to pre-pare students for Physics 1A, Mechanics ofSolids. The topics include: vector resolu-tion, the free-body diagram, statics(including torque), translational and ration-al kinematics, translational and rationaldynamics, energy and momentum, pres-sure and buoyancy.*Note: Students will not receive UC credit forPhysics 13 if taken after Physics 1A or Physics2A.

Physics 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in thePhysics 1 series with a minimum grade of Bin each and acknowledgment by theinstructor with whom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides the student an oppor-tunity to explore research problems inphysics not covered in the regular depart-mental offerings. Regular conferenceswith the instructor are coordinated withassigned laboratory work and/or researchprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

PhysiologyPhysiology 31Human Physiology4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Anatomy 30 or 32 and Chem-istry 20, 21A or 4 with a minimum grade ofC in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a study of cellular physiolo-gy and the functional aspects of the follow-ing human body systems: circulatory, res-piratory, digestive, excretory, reproduc-tive, muscle, nervous and endocrine. Inthe laboratory, experiments are performedto demonstrate principles discussed in lec-ture. This course is designed primarily forthose majoring in the Health Sciences.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Anatomy 30, Anatomy 32, andPhysiology 31 is two courses.

Political SciencePolitical Science 1Governments of the United Statesand California3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is a survey of the concepts,theories, and functions of the Americanpolitical system. The basic principles of theUnited States Constitution and the govern-ment of California will be examined.Emphasis will be placed on the formal andinformal influences of federalism onnational and state governments.

Political Science 2Introduction to ComparativePolitics3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Political Sci-ence 1 and eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students will analyze politi-cal systems of different countries in a com-parative context. Emphasis will be placedon studying the differences and similaritiesof governmental systems found in devel-oped democratic nation-states. Developingcountries, regional systems, and newdemocracies will also be analyzed to illus-trate the complex nature of creating andmaintaining a functioning nation-state sys-tem.

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Political Science 3Introduction to Principles andMethods of Political Science3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on analysis of the basicconcepts, political theories and subfields ofpolitical science. Major topics include adescription of the methodology andresearch techniques employed by contem-porary political scientists. Major politicaltheories of the individual and the state, andthe impact of these themes on modernpolitical ideologies will also be examined.

Political Science 5Ethnicity in the American PoliticalProcess3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students will analyze racialand ethnic group relations in the context ofthe American political system and process.The relationship of racial and ethnicgroups in American society to local, state,and national government will be exam-ined. Emphasis will be placed on prob-lems of assimilation and integration intothe American political system.

Political Science 6Civil Rights and Liberties in theUnited States3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to thestudy of civil rights and liberties based oncurrent legislation and pertinent courtdecisions. Emphasis will be placed onFirst Amendment protections, rights of thedefendant, and problems of minoritygroups facing discrimination.

Political Science 8California State and Local Government andIntergovernmental Issues3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course the organization and opera-tion of California’s state and local (county,city, special district) governments, as wellas intergovernmental issues, will be exam-ined. Topics will include urban problems,regional politics, and intergovernmentalrelations. California’s interrelationshipswith local and national institutions andpolicies will be analyzed.

Political Science 10Introduction to International Relations3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: PoliticalScience 1; eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students will examine thefactors that determine the relationsbetween nations and the problems thatresult from the interplay of these factors.The conditions that can lead to both con-flict and cooperation among nations will beexamined. Major topics include interna-tional security, issues of international polit-ical economy, and international organiza-tions. International law and diplomacy areexamined as alternative means of resolvingconflict.

Political Science 50Special Topics in Political ScienceUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inPolitical Science more specific than provid-ed in other courses in the regular depart-mental curriculum. Students are referredto the current schedule of classes fordetails of specific courses.

Political Science 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inPolitical Science with a minimum grade ofB in each and acknowledgment by theinstructor with whom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides advanced studies in asubject field of Political Science not cov-ered in the regular departmental offerings.Regular conferences will be held with theinstructor to discuss and coordinate theassigned projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

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Political Science – A. A. Degree(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

This degree provides students with an introduction to political science. Students willacquire knowledge of fundamental political theory and research as well as the princi-ple functions and administrations of the governments of the United States and Califor-nia. Upon successful program completion, students will be able to describe themethodology and research techniques employed by contemporary political scientistsand analyze the organization and operation of California state and local governments.Students also will be able to examine urban problems, regional politics, and intergov-ernmental relations and their interrelationships with national institutions and policiesas well as the international law and international organizations designed to deal withthese issues. Competencies will be assessed regularly through examinations, essays,projects, and reports.

El Camino College Major RequirementsPolitical Science 1; four courses from: Political Science 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10; one coursefrom: Economics 1, 2, History 101, 102, 141, Philosophy 3, 10Total Units: 18





Pre-Dentistry

Pre-Dentistry – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The pre-professional program of dentistry provides a degree option for those studentsplanning to enter the field. This program is designed to provide students with the nec-essary scientific foundation for future studies whether or not they choose to pursue abachelor’s degree in a science major. Through a series of core courses in biology, chem-istry, mathematics, physics, and English, the student will acquire the ability to applyfundamental theories and principles to explain observed phenomena in life and physi-cal sciences. Laboratories are designed to complement the lecture material and allowthe student to apply the principles of the scientific method. Competencies will beassessed by examining student abilities to apply the mathematical concepts to physicsand chemistry problem solving, to utilize knowledge of atomic and molecular structureto explain biological processes, and to write coherent reports of observed phenomena.


Pre-Engineering – A.S. Degree(Mathematical Sciences Division)

The degree is designed for students planning to transfer into an engineering program.The student will acquire the ability to apply principles of mathematics, physics, andchemistry. Competencies will be regularly assessed through problem solving involvingdifferential and integral calculus of one and several variables; differential equations andlinear algebra; mechanics of solids, fluids, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism; chem-ical reactions and chemical equations.


Pre-Medicine – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The pre-professional program of medicine provides a degree option for those studentsplanning to enter the field. This program is designed to provide students with the nec-essary scientific foundation for future studies whether or not they choose to pursue abachelor’s degree in a science major. Through a series of core courses in biology, chem-istry, mathematics, physics, and English, the student will acquire the ability to applyfundamental theories and principles to explain observed phenomena in life and physicalsciences. Laboratories are designed to complement the lecture material and allow thestudent to apply the principles of the scientific method. Competencies will be assessedby examining student abilities to apply the mathematical concepts to physics and chem-istry problem solving, to utilize knowledge of atomic and molecular structure to explainbiological processes, and to write coherent reports of observed phenomena.



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Pre-Optometry – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The pre-professional program of optometry provides a degree option for those studentsplanning to enter the field. This program is designed to provide students with the nec-essary scientific foundation for future studies whether or not they choose to pursue abachelor's degree in a science major. Through a series of core courses in biology, chem-istry, mathematics, physics, and English, the student will acquire the ability to applyfundamental theories and principles to explain observed phenomena in life and physicalsciences. Laboratories are designed to complement the lecture material and allow thestudent to apply the principles of the scientific method. Competencies will be assessedby examining student abilities to apply the mathematical concepts to physics and chem-istry problem solving, to utilize knowledge of atomic and molecular structure to explainbiological processes, and to write coherent reports of observed phenomena.


Pre-Pharmacy – A.S. Degree(Natural Sciences Division)

The pre-professional program of pharmacy provides a degree option for those studentsplanning to enter the field. This program is designed to provide students with the nec-essary scientific foundation for future studies whether or not they choose to pursue abachelor's degree in a science major. Through a series of core courses in biology, chem-istry, mathematics, physics, and English, the student will acquire the ability to applyfundamental theories and principles to explain observed phenomena in life and physicalsciences. Laboratories are designed to complement the lecture material and allow thestudent to apply the principles of the scientific method. Competencies will be assessedby examining student abilities to apply the mathematical concepts to physics and chem-istry problem solving, to utilize knowledge of atomic and molecular structure to explainbiological processes, and to write coherent reports of observed phenomena.


Pre-Nursing – A.S. Degree(Health Sciences and Athletics Division)

This degree is designed for students planning to transfer to a generic nursing programat a university. Upon successful completion of the requirements for the pre-nursingtransfer major, students will acquire a foundation in the biological, physical, and socialsciences as well as communication skills. This eclectic theory base will provide foun-dation skills that transfer students will need for practice and advanced education in abaccalaureate program in nursing. Competencies will be assessed through regularlyscheduled course examinations.



Pre-School TeachingSee Child Development

Psychology Psychology 2Psychology for Effective Living3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a study of personal develop-ment and adjustment in society as well asthe psychosocial and cultural influences onchildhood, adolescence, and adulthood.Emphasis on the application of psychologi-cal research and theories to the develop-ment of social skills and personal adjust-ments as well as practical approaches toproblems of personal development andsocial relationships will be examined.

Psychology 3Critical Thinking and Psychology3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: English 1A with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the development ofcritical thinking skills related to psycholo-gy. In addition to learning basic skills oflogic, students will also learn about thelogic of the scientific method and the com-mon errors of human cognition thatimpede critical thinking. Emphasis isplaced on the application of critical think-ing skills to writing effective arguments,analyzing the writings of others, andunderstanding contemporary controversiesin psychology.

Psychology 5General Psychology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey study of humanbehavior and mental processes with anemphasis on basic theory and researchgenerated by the scientific method. Majortopics include psychobiology, learning,human cognition, personality, lifespandevelopment, psychological disorders,therapeutic approaches, and social psy-chology.

Psychology 7Physiological Psychology3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Psychology 5 with a minimumgrade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on physiological fac-tors in human development, behavior, andexperience. Fundamental topics includeconsciousness, language, emotion, memo-ry, and sensation/perception. Clinical top-ics include Sexual Disorders, Bipolar Dis-order, Schizophrenia, Post-TraumaticStress Disorder, Autism, Alzheimer’s Dis-ease, and traumatic brain injury. Studies ofboth humans and other animals are evalu-ated and organized by scientific and clini-cal standards.

Psychology 8Social Psychology3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Psychology 5 with a minimumgrade of C Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the scientific studyof the psychological processes and inter-personal interactions in and betweengroups. The emphasis is on individualbehavior rather than on the group as aunit. Topics include social cognition; socialperception, attitudes; prejudice and dis-crimination; social and group influence;aggression and prosocial behavior; inter-personal attraction and intimate relation-ships; and gender and culture.

Psychology 9AIntroduction to Elementary Statistical Methods for the Studyof Behavior4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Psychology 5 or Sociology 101and Mathematics 80 with a minimumgrade of C in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This is a course in statistical methods andresearch design for the behavioral sci-ences. The course focuses on descriptiveand inferential statistical techniques forsummarizing research data and for makingconclusions about the populations theyrepresent. Students are introduced to thebasic challenges and skills involved in suc-cessful undergraduate and graduate train-ing in the behavioral sciences, includingboth reviewing and writing scientificresearch reports. Note: Psychology 9A is the same course as Soci-ology 109.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Psychology 9A and Sociology109 or Psychology 9A and Mathematics 150 isone course.

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Psychology – A.A. Degree(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

This degree is designed to provide students with a foundation in the science of psychol-ogy. Psychology majors will acquire the ability to survey theories critically, researchthe major areas of psychology, use descriptive and inferential statistics, design and con-duct research, and write reports using analysis, argumentation, and proper psycholog-ical style. This major prepares students for career opportunities in fields such as teach-ing, research, and/or clinical practice. Competencies will be assessed regularly by eval-uating student performance on exams, essays, and reports.

El Camino College Major RequirementsPsychology 5, 7, 9A, 9B; two courses from: Psychology 2, 3, 8, 10, 12, 15, 16, 21, 22Total Units: 20





Psychology 9BExperimental Methods in theStudy of Behavior4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Psychology 9A or Sociology109 with a minimum grade of C in prereq-uisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course continues the study of statisti-cal methods and research design for thebehavioral sciences. This course focuseson the application of the philosophy of sci-ence in general and the scientific methodin particular. Students learn to design andconduct research, analyze data usingdescriptive and inferential statistics, andreport results in the format of the Ameri-can Psychological Association. Studentsare introduced to the basic challenges andskills involved in actively participating ona research team while conducting theirown independent research projects. Note: This course is only offered in the springsemester.

Psychology 10African American Psychology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to the psy-chological issues related to the AfricanAmerican experience in the United States.The relationship between the AfricanAmerican experience and social percep-tion, social cognition, and identity and atti-tude formation is emphasized. Individualcognitive styles, personality development,and family structures of African Americanswill also be examined.

Psychology 12Human Sexuality3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Psychology 5 with a minimumgrade of C Recommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is the scientific study ofhuman sexuality. Emphasis is placed onanalysis of sexuality from a psychologicaltheoretical framework. Topics include thehistory of sex, the scientific research meth-ods used to study sex, and the psychobiol-ogy of sex. This course also examines cul-tural views of sex and gender, sexualbehavior and relationships, and sex as asocial and medical issue.

Psychology 15Abnormal Psychology3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Psychology 5 with a minimumgrade of CRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the scientific studyof both normal and abnormal experienceand behavior. Emphasis is placed on thecharacterization, treatment, and preven-tion of psychological disorders rangingfrom mild to severe forms.

Psychology 16Lifespan Development3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Psychology 5 with a mini-mum grade of CRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course examines physical, cognitiveand psychosocial development throughoutthe human lifespan from conception todeath. Special emphasis is placed on cul-ture, family relationships, and the inter-play of genes and environment. Attentionis also devoted to the practical applicationof research findings to ongoing develop-mental problems issues. Note: This course does not meet the require-ments of the El Camino College Nursing Pro-gram.

Psychology 21Introduction to the Psychology ofConsciousness3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Psychology 5;eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the scientific inves-tigation of consciousness. This includes,but is not limited to, the areas of dreamanalysis, meditation, near death experi-ences, extrasensory perception (ESP),altered states and brain functions. Currentresearch, theories, methods, and historicaloverview will be considered. In addition,other approaches to developing the mindfrom Eastern cultures such as Yoga, ZenBuddhism, and contemporary Sufism willbe examined.

Psychology 22Sport Psychology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Psychology 5;eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a scientific study of the psy-chological factors associated with partici-pation and performance in sport activities.Emphasis will be placed on how psycho-logical principles and research can be usedto understand and enhance sport perform-ance. Topics will include historical andtheoretical perspectives of sport psycholo-gy, research methods, and the relationshipbetween sport performance and variouspersonality, motivational, and social psy-chological variables. Gender and ageissues, as well as the effects and manage-ment of unhealthy behaviors, will be dis-cussed.Note: Psychology 22 is the same course asPhysical Education 275.

Psychology 50Special Topics in PsychologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inPsychology more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Psychology 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor. Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Psychologyfield. These experiences will enable stu-dents to improve job skills, analyze careeropportunities and requirements, and com-pare them to personal abilities and careerexpectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

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Psychology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Psy-chology with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides advanced studies in asubject field of Psychology not covered inthe regular departmental offerings. Regu-lar conferences will be held with theinstructor to discuss and coordinate theassigned projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Radiologic TechnologyRadiologic Technology AIntroduction to Radiologic Technology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: English 84 andMathematics 23 or 25Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an introduction toRadiologic Technology as a professionincluding foundational skills necessary toprepare students planning to enter theRadiologic Technology A.S. Degree Pro-gram. Course topics includes educationaland career pathways for radiologic tech-nologists, program application procedures,radiographic and digital imaging equip-ment, principles of radiation production,exposure and quality, image processing,radiation safety, patient care, medical mal-practice, professional ethics, and introduc-tion to radiographic examinations.

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Radiologic Technology – A.S. Degree andCertificate of Accomplishment(Health Sciences and Athletics Division)

The radiologic technology (medical x-ray) program is a competency-based health sciencespecialty. The program provides a specialized educational experience which assessesprogress through clinical application evaluations and academic course work. Successfulcompletion of the program (degree and certificate) prepares students for employment asskilled medical imaging practitioners and makes them eligible for state and national cer-tification examinations. Program assessment is conducted by monitoring student successrates on the State and National Certification Examinations.

General InformationRadiologic Technology courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C beforethe student may enroll in the next course. For more information about the RadiologicTechnology program, please visit our website at www.elcamino.edu/academics/health-sciences/radiologictech.

Program Length and Licensing RequirementsThe Associate Degree Radiologic Technologist Program is twenty-five months in length,after the completion of the program prerequisite classes. The twenty-five months includesthe academic semesters and clinical training (taken concurrently). Satisfactory completionof the prescribed course of study qualifies graduates to take both State and National Cer-tification Examinations. The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Califor-nia State Department of Public Health Services - Radiologic Health Branch (CDPHS-RHB),and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

Program Prerequisites• High school graduate with at least a C average or GED equivalent• Complete the following courses: Anatomy 32, Computer Information Systems 13,English 1A, Mathematics 40 or 43, Physiology 31, Psychology 5, Radiologic Technol-ogy A. A minimum grade of C must be earned in each course.

• Grade point average of 2.25 or better

Acceptance into Radiologic Technology ProgramNew students are admitted to the program once per year, in the fall semester. Accept-ance at El Camino College does not guarantee entrance into the Radiologic TechnologyProgram. A Program Application and transcripts of all academic work completed (highschool and college), must be filed in the Office of the Program Director, by appointment,after the completion of the three program prerequisite courses listed above (Anatomy 32,Physiology 31 and Radiologic Technology A.)

If the number of eligible applicants exceeds the class size limit, a waiting list will beestablished. An applicant on the waiting list must reaffirm interest in enrolling in thenext class by submitting a letter of intent to the Program Director. This letter of inten-tion will be mailed by the Program Director to each applicant on the waiting list andmust be returned to the Program Director by the date specified on the letter (usually theend of May). Students will not automatically remain on the waiting list. It is the stu-dent’s responsibility to inform the Program Director in writing of any changes to theirapplication information.

Prior to Starting the ProgramStudents will be required to attend a mandatory orientation session during the summer,before beginning the program in the fall semester. Accepted students will be requiredto undergo a complete physical examination, including a TB test. Students must submita current CPR for BLS provider card, and a criminal background check clearance asrequired by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations(JCAHO) prior to placement at a clinical education training facility. The student isresponsible for the cost of these requirements.

FeesCost of books, uniforms and miscellaneous supplies must be borne by the student andis estimated at approximately $1,500 for the first year, and approximately $500 the sec-ond year of the program.



Radiologic Technology 50Special Topics in RadiologicTechnologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inRadiologic Technology more specific thanprovided in other courses in the regulardepartmental curriculum. Students arereferred to the current schedule of classesfor details of specific courses.

Radiologic Technology 91Radiographic Pathology2 units; 1 hour lectureEnrollment Limitation: presently practicingclinical radiography (student or registeredtechnologist)Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides basic knowledge ofdisease pathology and etiology as they per-tain to diagnostic radiography. The coursewill emphasize the radiographic appear-ance of disease and influence on exposurefactor selection. This course providesbasic knowledge of pathology as it pertainsto diagnostic radiography technology.

Radiologic Technology 93Venipuncture and Pharmacologyfor the Radiologic Technologist1 unit; 0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours labPrerequisite: Radiologic Technology 108and 124 with a minimum grade of C in pre-requisite or equivalentCorequisite: Radiologic Technology 255Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides the student with thebasic concepts of pharmacology andvenipuncture. The theory and practice ofthe basic techniques of venipuncture andthe administration of diagnostic contrastagents and/or intravenous medications isincluded. Delivery of patient care duringthese procedures is also emphasized.

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Radiologic Technology(Continued from previous page)

El Camino College Major RequirementsRadiologic Technology 91, 93, 106, 107, 108, 111, 123, 124, 217, 218, 233, 244, 255;Medical Terminology 1Total Units: 58Students must complete Radiologic Technology 217, 218, 233, 244 and 255 at El CaminoCollege. Radiologic Technology students must complete the general education require-ments described in the college catalog (see A.S. Degree requirements), to be eligible forcertification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Certificate of AccomplishmentTo be eligible for the Certificate of Accomplishment, the student must have an Associ-ate in Science Degree in Radiologic Technology. Required Certificate Courses: Radiolog-ic Technology 219, 328Total Units: 10.5Radiologic Technology 217, 218, 219, 233, 244, 255 and 328 must be completed at ElCamino College. Students who compete all Radiologic Technology Associate in ScienceDegree and Certificate of Accomplishment requirements are eligible for certification bythe American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

LicensureStudents who complete all Radiologic Technology Associate in Science degree and Cer-tificate of Accomplishment requirements are eligible to take the licensing examinationadministered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) to become aregistered Radiologic Technologist (R.T.). Upon completion of the ARRT exam, stu-dents are eligible to apply for the State of California, Department of Health Public Serv-ices, Radiation Health Branch, Certified Radiologic Technologist (C.R.T.) licensure andthe Fluoroscopy examination and licensure (C.R.T.), (R,F).

Program Readmission and Course RepetitionStudents who leave the Radiologic Technology program for any reason (self or facultyinitiated) are eligible to be readmitted to the program subject to availability of space.Radiologic Technology courses in which a student has received a D or F grade may berepeated one time and the student may only re-enter the program one time. TheJRCERT requires that all students complete the program within three years of their orig-inal admission date. This policy is available for review in the Program Director’s Office and is published inthe Student Handbook. Student academic standing at the time of leaving the programwill determine whether academic support courses will be prescribed before re-entry.Students must comply with all conditions of acceptance for re-entry before the studentmay return. The student may be asked to repeat courses previously passed within theprogram for successful continuance in the program.

Advanced StandingThe student with prior training or experience may petition for credit by examination forRadiologic Technology 111 and 123.

Prospective students who have had prior education in an accredited Radiologic Technol-ogy program may request consideration for entry into the Radiologic Technology Pro-gram with advanced placement if space permits. Foreign graduates must have theirtranscripts evaluated and meet with a college counselor for matriculation prior to meet-ing with the Program Director regarding the application process.

Special Note Regarding American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)CertificationStudents must comply with the “Rules of Ethics” contained in the American Registry ofRadiologic Technologists (ARRT) Standards of Ethics. The “Rules of Ethics” are minimal-ly acceptable standards of professional conduct for all Registered Technologists and Appli-cants. The “Rules of Ethics” are intended to promote protection, safety and comfort ofpatents. Registered Technologists and applicants engaging in any of the conduct or activ-ities noted in the “Rules of Ethics” or in the conviction of a crime, including a felony, grossmisdemeanor or a misdemeanor with sole exception of speeding and parking violations,all alcohol and drug related violations are subject to sanctions and must be reported.Applicants who have questions regarding limitations related to licensure should contactthe ARRT directly.






Radiologic Technology 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the RadiologicTechnology field. These experiences willenable students to improve job skills, ana-lyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Radiologic Technology 106Clinical Experience 14 units; 12 hours lab to be arrangedCorequisite: enrollment in Radiologic Tech-nology 111 and 123Enrollment Limitation: admission to theRadiologic Technology Program Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an environment forthe development of skills in patient trans-portation, darkroom operation, and officeand file room protocols. Also included is anorientation to hospital policies and proce-dures, patient care, professional ethics,principles of radiation exposure, practicalaspects of radiation protection, and intro-duction to patient positioning.

Radiologic Technology 107Clinical Experience 27 units; 21 hours lab to be arrangedPrerequisite: Radiologic Technology 106,111, and 123 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisiteCorequisite: Radiologic Technology 124Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides an introduction to theroutine radiographic procedures and posi-tioning skills for the performance of upperextremity, lower extremity, thorax, verte-bral column, biliary, genitourinary, andgastrointestinal system examinations.Note: Students must show proof of current Car-dio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificationby the American Heart Association or AmericanRed Cross (Health Care Provider/ProfessionalRescuer) at the first class meeting.

Radiologic Technology 108Clinical Experience 35 units; 35 hours lab to be arranged (8 weeks course)Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 107and 124 with a minimum grade of C in pre-requisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides continued develop-ment of clinical skills in the art of radiogra-phy. Areas of skill development includethe upper and lower extremities, vertebralcolumn, and thoracic cavity. Emphasis willbe placed on advanced contrast examina-tions and radiation protection of thepatient, self, and co-workers, especially inthe fluoroscopy examinations.

Radiologic Technology 111Fundamentals of RadiologicTechnology 4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labCorequisite: Radiologic Technology 106and Radiologic Technology 123Enrollment Limitation: admission to theRadiologic Technology Program Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to prepare the radi-ography student with entry level skills andknowledge to perform safely in a radiologydepartment. Topics covered are imagingreceptors for screen/film, computed anddirect-digital radiography, patient care,radiation safety, x-ray production andinteraction with matter, radiographic qual-ity and technique, operation of radiograph-ic equipment, image delivery, display,archiving and retrieval. Laboratory exper-iments are performed to compliment thedidactic instruction.

Radiologic Technology 123Radiographic Positioning 1A4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labCorequisite: Radiologic Technology 106and 111Enrollment Limitation: admission to theRadiologic Technology ProgramCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to prepare the stu-dent with entry level skills and knowledgeto perform safely in a radiology depart-ment. Topics include patient care, profes-sional standards, and ethics and law as theyrelate to the radiologic technology profes-sion. Patient positioning and radiographicexposure of the chest, thorax, abdomen,upper and lower extremities, shoulder andpelvic girdle are introduced along with theuse of various radiographic devices. Labo-ratory practice, radiographic image analysisand topographical anatomy are presentedas they apply in the production of optimumradiographic examinations.

Radiologic Technology 124Radiographic Positioning 1B4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Radiologic Technology 106,111, and 123 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisiteCorequisite: Radiologic Technology 107Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will study addition-al principles of radiographic positioning.Emphasis is placed on those proceduresinvolving the vertebral column, contrastmedia, gastrointestinal system, genitouri-nary system and biliary systems. Specialimaging considerations for the pediatricand geriatric patients, the acutely ill, surgi-cal patients, and trauma patients will alsobe covered. Radiographic technique,anatomy, specialized mobile and fluoro-scopic equipment, patient safety, and radi-ation protection will be included. Labora-tory practice, film analysis, and topograph-ical anatomy are presented as they apply inthe production of optimum radiographicexaminations.

Radiologic Technology 217Clinical Experience 47 units; 21 hours lab to be arrangedPrerequisite: Radiologic Technology 108with a minimum grade of CCorequisite: enrollment in Radiologic Tech-nology 233 and 244Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course continues development of clin-ical skills in the art of radiography withspecial emphasis on cranium radiography,age-specific competencies, and mobile andsurgical imaging. In addition, studentscontinue to complete mandatory and elec-tive clinical performance evaluations, asoutlined in the course syllabus and studenthandbook.

Radiologic Technology 218Clinical Experience 57 units; 21 hours lab to be arrangedPrerequisite: Radiologic Technology 217and 233 with a minimum grade of C inprerequisiteCorequisite: enrollment in Radiologic Tech-nology 255Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course continues the development ofclinical skills in the art of radiography,with an emphasis on observation of specialimaging modalities and exams requiringthe use of contrast media. Students willwork towards completion of all mandatoryand elective clinical performance evalua-tions including the categorical final compe-tencies as outlined in the course syllabusand student handbook.

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Radiologic Technology 219Clinical Experience 66 units; 40.5 hours lab to be arranged(8 week course)Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 218and 255 with a minimum grade of C in pre-requisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course continues the development ofclinical skills in the art of radiography,with a special emphasis in specialized radi-ography, new modalities and age-specificcompetencies. Advanced clinical practiceexperiences are designed to provide com-petent performance of radiologic imaging.Students perform independently, withappropriate supervision to assess theirskills for employability. The courseemphasizes completions of all mandatory,elective and final clinical performanceevaluations.

Radiologic Technology 233Radiographic Positioning 23 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Radiologic Technology 108and 124 with a minimum grade of C in pre-requisiteCorequisite: Radiologic Technology 217and 244Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course shall continue with additionalprinciples of radiographic positioning.Emphasis is placed on those proceduresinvolving the cranium. Radiographic tech-nique, anatomy, specialized equipment,patient safety, and radiation protection willbe included. Special imaging techniques ofthe cranium, including cerebral angiogra-phy and neuropathology will also be cov-ered.

Radiologic Technology 244Radiation Physics, Equipment,and Safety4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Radiologic Technology 124with a minimum grade of CCorequisite: Radiologic Technology 217and 233 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces fundamentals ofradiation and radiological physics. Addi-tional subjects covered are: the operationof medical x-ray units, the effects of radia-tion in humans, the principles of radiationprotection as applied in medical radiogra-phy, an introduction to health physicsinstrumentation and radiation control reg-ulations, and the production of radiationby fluoroscopic units with an emphasis onradiation health and safety. Principles ofdigital imaging will also be discussed.

Radiologic Technology 255Advanced Imaging and Special Procedures 4 units; 4 hours lecturePrerequisite: Radiologic Technology 233,244 and 217 with a minimum grade of Cin prerequisiteCorequisite: enrollment in Radiologic Tech-nology 218Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for the advancedradiography student. Emphasis is onanatomy, pathology, positioning andpatient care for specialized radiographicprocedures and newer imaging modalities.An in-depth exploration of digital imagingwith review of fluoroscopy and radiationsafety principles are also covered.

Radiologic Technology 328Clinical Experience 74.5 units; 3 hours lecture, 32 hours lab tobe arranged (6 weeks course)Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 219with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course continues the development ofclinical skills in radiography with empha-sis in specialized radiography and newmodalities. Advanced clinical practiceexperiences are designed to provide com-petent performance of radiologic imaging,using sequential development, criticalanalysis, and evaluation in the perform-ance of radiologic procedures and patientassessment and care. Students performindependently with appropriate supervi-sion to assess their skills for employability.This course also reviews the entire radio-logic technology curriculum, following theAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technolo-gists (ARRT) examination outline, to pre-pare the students for State and NationalCertification examinations.

Real EstateReal Estate 11Real Estate Principles3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will be introducedto the standard forms used in the realestate industry and will learn techniquesnecessary to close a residential real estatetransaction. Students will develop skills inpartial preparation for the state examina-tion for a California Department of RealEstate (DRE) license, with emphasis placedon advertising, listings, finance, appraisal,escrow and the tax aspects of real propertyownership.Note: The California Department of Real Estate(DRE) requires completion of this course prior totaking the California Real Estate SalespersonExamination and has approved this course forcredit for the DRE broker’s license requirement.

Real Estate 12ALegal Aspects of Real Estate3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on buy-ing, selling, and management of real prop-erty. Students study California propertylaw, community property, liens, sales con-tracts, escrow, commissions, transfers,licensing regulations, and public policy.Note: The California Department of Real Estate(DRE) has approved this course as one of theelective courses for the salesperson license, inaddition to the required courses of Real EstatePrinciples and Real Estate Practice. The Califor-nia Department of Real Estate (DRE) hasapproved this course as one of the requiredcourses for the real estate broker license.

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Real Estate 13Real Estate Practice3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Real Estate 11or current enrollment or California Depart-ment of Real Estate (DRE) license or equiv-alent experienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will be introducedto the standard forms used in the realestate industry and will learn techniquesnecessary to close a residential real estatetransaction. Students will develop skills inpartial preparation for the state examina-tion for a California Department of RealEstate (DRE) license, with emphasis placedon advertising, listings, finance, appraisal,escrow and the tax aspects of real propertyownership.Note: The California Department of Real Estate(DRE) requires completion of this course prior totaking the California Real Estate SalespersonExamination and has approved this course forcredit for the DRE broker’s license requirement.

Real Estate 14AReal Estate Finance I3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Real Estate 11or concurrent enrollment or CaliforniaDepartment of Real Estate (DRE) license orequivalent experience; Business 15Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on thevarious aspects of finance, including fixedand variable rate loans, conventional andgovernment financing programs, and cre-ative financing options. Students will cal-culate unpaid loan balance, interest, andloan qualifying ratios.Note: This course is approved by the CaliforniaDepartment of Real Estate as one of the manda-tory eight statutorily required college-level cours-es for the broker license and for the salespersonlicense, which also requires real estate principlesand real estate practice.

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Real Estate – A.A. Degreeand Certificates of Achievement(Business Division)

The degree or certificates are designed to provide students with competencies to entercareers in residential and commercial real estate appraisal, escrow, exchange, develop-ment, investment, leasing, property management, sales, and title insurance. The pro-gram meets legislatively mandated education for the California Department of RealEstate (DRE) salesperson and broker license exams as well as the Office of Real EstateAppraisal (OREA) license exam. Courses are approved by the DRE and OREA for basicand continuing education, including computer applications and Uniform Standards ofProfessional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). Competencies are assessed using projects andexams.

El Camino College Major RequirementsReal Estate 11, 14A, 40 and one of the following options:Real Estate Option: Real Estate 12A, 13; complete one of the following: Business 1A,Real Estate 16; complete two of the following: Law 5, Real Estate 14B, 18, 19, 20, 21,26, 31, 41Total Units: 24-25Real Estate Appraisal Option: Real Estate 16, 25, 41; complete two of the following:Real Estate 14B, 19, 21, 31; complete two of the following: Business 15, 28, ComputerInformation Systems 13, Law 6Total Units: 33Mortgage Brokerage Option: Business 1A, Real Estate 13, 16, 25, 31; complete two ofthe following: Real Estate 12A, 14B, 19, 26; complete one of the following: Business 5A,15, 28Total Units: 34-35

Certificates of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted to the student completing the require-ments for the Mortgage Loan Brokerage, Real Estate, Real Estate Appraisal Options. Aminimum of 10 units must be completed at El Camino College.Mortgage Loan Brokerage: Real Estate 11, 13, 14A, 25, 31; Business 1A or Real Estate16; complete two courses from: Business 17 or Real Estate 14B, Real Estate 12A, 19, 26,40; complete one course from: Business 5A, 15, 28Total Units: 27-29Real Estate: Real Estate 11, 12A, 13, 14A, 25, 40; Business 1A or Real Estate 16; com-plete two courses from: Law 5, Real Estate 14B, 18, 19, 20, 21, 26, 28, 31, 41Total Units: 27-28Real Estate Appraisal: A Certificate of Achievement will be awarded only to those pos-sessing an associate or higher degree or who will complete degree concurrently withthe certificate requirements.Real Estate 11, 14A, 16, 25, 40, 41; complete two of: Real Estate 14B, 19, 21; completetwo of: Architecture 150A, Business 15, 28, Computer Information Systems 13, Law 6Total Units: 30

Continuing EducationSpecial topic seminars approved by the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) torenew real estate licenses are offered within some real estate classes. (Sponsor No.0170-xxx; per course number.) Many courses are approved by the California Office ofReal Estate Appraisal (OREA) for Continuing Education credit for license renewal(Sponsor #95ECC). Check current Schedule of Classes and catalog descriptions for Con-tinuing Education offerings.




Real Estate 14BAdvanced Real Estate Finance 3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Real Estate 14A with a mini-mum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the more advancedmethods of financing real estate projects,including non-residential commercial andindustrial property. The material presentedincludes the instruments of finance, typesof structured loans, discounting leases, andthe sale-leaseback transaction. Note: The California Department of Real Estate(DRE) has approved this course as one of theelective courses for the real estate broker license.The Office of Real Estate Appraisal (OREA) hasapproved this course for 54 hours of basic educa-tion (BE) credit. OREA has approved this coursefor 51 hours of continuing education (CE) creditfor license renewal provided the student has 90%attendance and passes a closed book final exam.

Real Estate 16Real Estate Economics3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Real Estate 11,14A, 15A, or California Department ofReal Estate (DRE) license or CaliforniaOffice of Real Estate Appraisal (OREA)license or equivalent experienceCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on theaspects that tie economics and politics toreal estate land use. Emphasis is on the fac-tors which create values in real estate,including urban development, governmen-tal policies, and requirements for develop-ment as well as the business and real estatecycles.Note: This course, or an accounting course, isapproved by the California Department of RealEstate (DRE) as one of the optional courses thatmust be completed within 18 months of condi-tional salesperson licensure in addition to therequired courses of Real Estate Principles andReal Estate Practice. This course, or an account-ing course, is statutorily required for the Califor-nia DRE broker license. The Office of RealEstate Appraisal (OREA) has approved thiscourse for 54 hours of basic education (BE) cred-it. OREA has approved this course for 51 hoursof continuing education (CE) credit for licenserenewal provided the student has 90% atten-dance and passes a closed book final exam.

Real Estate 19Real Property Management3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Real Estate 11,12A, or California Department of RealEstate (DRE) license or California Office ofReal Estate Appraisal (OREA) license orequivalent experience; Business 15 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers various aspects of prop-erty management for income producingreal property, including rights of the par-ties, personnel for on-site and off-siterental-income property, introduction to thelegal contracts for rental property, physicalmaintenance, and trust fund accountingfundamentals including security deposits.Note: This course is approved by the CaliforniaDepartment of Real Estate as one of the electivecourses for the eight statutorily required college-level courses for the broker license and for thesalesperson license, which also requires realestate principles and real estate practice.

Real Estate 21Real Estate Investment3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Real Estate 11and Real Estate 14ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course discusses the acquisitionphase, holding period and dispositionanalysis for real estate investment proper-ty. The course covers a review of proforma statements, the effects of leverageand cash flow operating statements. Strate-gies on alternatives of a sale, exchange,continuation of operations, capital restruc-ture, depreciation, installment sale and taxbasis are covered.Note: The Office of Real Estate Appraisal(OREA) has approved this course for 54 hours ofbasic education (BE) credit. OREA hasapproved this course for 51 hours of continuingeducation (CE) credit for license renewal provid-ed the student has 90% attendance and passes aclosed book final exam.

Real Estate 25Computer Applications inReal Estate3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Real Estate 11 or concurrentenrollment or equivalent (The CaliforniaDepartment of Real Estate (DRE) license orthe California Office of Real EstateAppraisal (OREA) license is equivalent.)Recommended Preparation: Business 54 orComputer Information Systems 13Credit, degree applicable

In this course students will explore andevaluate basic computer functions andtechnologies, along with the latest comput-er software relating to real estate appraisal,property management, finance, escrow,sales, trust funds, record keeping, e-Busi-ness, and other areas of real estate.

Real Estate 26Principles of Escrow3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Real Estate 11,12A, or California Department of RealEstate (DRE) license or equivalent experi-ence; Business 1A or Business 15 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces the functions andtypes of escrow. Students are introduced tothe procedures used in the escrow indus-try. Students develop proficiency in com-mon terms of escrow business terminologyand the basic escrow steps in a real estatetransaction.Note: The California Department of Real Estate(DRE) has approved this course as one of theoptional courses that must be completed within18 months of conditional salesperson licensure inaddition to the required courses of Real EstatePrinciples and Real Estate Practice. The DREhas approved this course as one of the electivecourses for the real estate broker license.

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Real Estate 31Mortgage Loan Brokering andLending3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Real Estate 11or concurrent enrollment or CaliforniaDepartment of Real Estate (DRE) license orequivalent experience; Business 15Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces the student to theprinciples and operations of the mortgageloan brokering field. The emphasis is onthe lending rules for residential property.Students learn lending laws of RegulationZ, usury laws, disclosures, maximum feesand charges, agency relationships, adver-tising laws, Housing and Urban Develop-ment (HUD) and Real Estate SettlementProcedures Act (RESPA) calculations andthe loan process. This course partially sat-isfies the California requirements for theReal Estate Salesperson and California RealEstate Broker licenses.Note: This course is approved by the CaliforniaDepartment of Real Estate as one of the electivecourses for the eight statutorily required college-level courses for the broker license and for thesalesperson license, which also requires realestate principles and real estate practice.

Real Estate 40Real Estate Appraisal 3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Real Estate 11or California OREA appraisal license orCalifornia DRE broker’s licenseCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides instruction on the val-uation principles of real estate appraisal,including architectural styles, types of con-struction, lot valuation, depreciation, theapproaches to value, and appraisal stan-dards and ethics.Note: The California Department of Real Estate(DRE) has approved this course as one of theoptional courses that must be completed within18 months of conditional salesperson licensure inaddition to the required courses of Real EstatePrinciples and Real Estate Practice. This courseis statutorily required for the California DREbroker license. The Office of Real EstateAppraisal (OREA) has approved this course for54 hours of basic education (BE) credit. OREAhas approved this course for 51 hours of contin-uing education (CE) credit for license renewalprovided the student has 90% attendance andpasses a closed book final exam.

Real Estate 41Advanced Real Estate Appraisal 3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Real Estate 40 with a mini-mum grade of C or California OREAlicense or California DRE broker licenseCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is a continuation of Real Estate40. This course provides instruction onadvanced concepts of the valuationprocess, residential income, commercialand industrial property appraisals in addi-tion to appraisal standards and ethics,operating expenses, capitalization, anddepreciation.Note: The California Department of Real Estate(DRE) has approved this course as one of theelective courses for the real estate broker license.The Office of Real Estate Appraisal (OREA) hasapproved this course for 54 hours of basic educa-tion (BE) credit. OREA has approved this coursefor 51 hours of continuing education (CE) creditfor license renewal provided the student has 90%attendance and passes a closed book final exam.

Real Estate 50Special Topics in Real EstateUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inReal Estate more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Real Estate 95/96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the RealEstate/Business field. These experienceswill enable students to improve job skills,analyze career opportunities and require-ments, and compare them to personal abil-ities and career expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

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Recreation – A.A. DegreeHealth Sciences and Athletics Division)

The degree is designed for students desiring to transfer or to obtain entry-level positionsin recreation and leisure services. After acquiring the historical, philosophical, and the-oretical foundations of recreation, students will apply administrative, leadership, plan-ning, supervision, and counseling skills in diverse commercial, municipal, and camprecreation settings. Competencies will be assessed by evaluating the student’s abilityto solve problems in recreation and leisure program design and to develop organization-al skills in a variety of situations.

El Camino College Major RequirementsFirst Aid 1, Physical Education 217, Recreation 207, 217, 307; plus 7-9 units from:Anatomy 30, Child Development 103, Music 7, Physical Education 242abcd*,243abcd*, Psychology 5, Sign Language/Interpreter Training 15 (*one semester of)Total Units: 21-23

Preparation for the Transfer MajorFor information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer cur-riculum guidesheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor, orvisit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help youfulfill your associate degree requirements.






RecreationRecreation 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Recreationfield. These experiences will enable stu-dents to improve job skills, analyze careeropportunities and requirements, and com-pare them to personal abilities and careerexpectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Recreation 207Introduction to Recreation3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course examines the basic concepts ofrecreation and leisure as well as the trendsin the overall field of recreation services.The course is designed to encourage stu-dents to critically examine the field ofrecreation and how it impacts their livesand those of the individuals in their com-munity.

Recreation 217Recreational Leadership3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

Leadership concepts and skills for studentsbeginning to work in recreational settingsare presented in a leisure services context.Roles, types, and responsibilities of recre-ational leaders are examined as well asskills needed to encourage participation inrecreation programs among different agegroups.

Recreation 307Camp Counseling:Leadership and Programming3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A or 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course covers the history, practices,and philosophy of organized camp andcamp counseling. Emphasis is placed onthe camp counselor’s role in guidance andleadership, analysis of techniques of campcounseling, proper planning, and theory ofcamping. The operations of day and short-term recreational camps and outdoorcamps, as well as professional opportuni-ties in the field, are also examined.

Respiratory CareRespiratory Care 95/96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the RespiratoryCare field. These experiences will enablestudents to improve job skills, analyzecareer opportunities and requirements,and compare them to personal abilities andcareer expectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Respiratory Care 170Introduction to Respiratory CareSciences and the Profession2 units; 2 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Medical Assis-tant 4; eligibility for English 1A and Math-ematics 40Enrollment Limitation: high school gradua-tion or equivalentCredit, degree applicable

This course provides students an opportu-nity to see if their attitudes, aptitudes andinterests are matched to those needed bysuccessful respiratory care practitioners.The course reviews all the requirements forsuccessful completion of the program andentrance into the health care industry. Thecourse will also provide the student with anintroduction to the basic sciences as theyapply in the Respiratory Care profession.

Respiratory Care 172Fundamentals ofCardiopulmonary Physiology andPharmacology in Respiratory Care3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Anatomy 30 with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollment Recommended Preparation: RespiratoryCare 170 with a minimum grade of C orconcurrent enrollmentEnrollment Limitation: high school gradu-ation or equivalentCredit, degree applicable

This course will cover the fundamentalcardiopulmonary anatomy, physiology,and pharmacology required for entry-levelpractice in the Respiratory Care profes-sion. In addition, emphasis will be placedon the achievement and maintenance ofbronchial hygiene in patients with respira-tory disorders through the use of airwaycare, aerosols, and chest physiotherapy.

Respiratory Care 174 Introduction to Respiratory CareEquipment and Patient CareProcedures3 units; 1 hour lecture, 6 hours labRecommended Preparation: RespiratoryCare 170 with a minimum grade of CEnrollment Limitation: high school gradu-ation or equivalentCredit, degree applicable

This course will review operational con-cepts and procedures for respiratory careequipment. The student will get hands-onexperience selecting, assembling andchecking respiratory care equipment forproper function, operation and cleanliness.The course will also provide experienceperforming and understanding the purposeof basic care procedures such as charting,vital signs, bed operation and other respira-tory care related basic patient care proce-dures.

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Respiratory Care 176Introduction to Respiratory Careof the Non-Critically Ill Patient6 units; 3 hours lecture, 9 hours lab perweek to be arrangedPrerequisite: Respiratory Care 172 and 174with a minimum grade of C in prerequisite Recommended Preparation: ComputerInformation Systems 13; Psychology 5Enrollment Limitation: admission to theRespiratory Care Program requiring a com-pleted application and physical exam formsindicating readiness for clinical practice asa Respiratory Care PractitionerCredit, degree applicable

This course deals primarily with the non-critically ill adult patient. It will providethe student with cognitive and psychomo-tor practice performing basic respiratorycare in health service organizations in theSouth Bay Area. Students receive most oftheir classroom/cognitive instruction at ElCamino College and are rotated during theday, evening and/or night shifts to clinicalaffiliates.Note: It is strongly advised that all non-respira-tory care courses required for the RespiratoryCare Associate in Science degree be completedprior to enrollment in this course.

Respiratory Care 178Respiratory Care of the CriticallyIll Patient I8 units; 4 hours lecture, 12 hours lab perweek to be arrangedPrerequisite: Respiratory Care 176 with aminimum grade of CCredit, degree applicable

This course is an introduction to the prac-tice of respiratory care in intensive careunits with an emphasis on patient ventila-tor interaction. The student will managecritically ill patients on prolonged artificialventilation using microprocessor-drivenventilators, alarms, arterial blood gasesand other appropriate techniques andequipment. Students are rotated throughevening, night and day critical care units inhospitals.

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Respiratory Care – A.S. Degree andCertificate of Achievement(Helath Sciences and Athletics Division)

The degree and/or certificate in respiratory care are awarded after successful comple-tion of the entry-level respiratory care program. The program is designed for studentsplanning to become California licensed respiratory care practitioners and transfer to anadvanced-level respiratory care program at the community college or university level.Completion of the requirements also allows students to apply for national entry-leveland specialty credentialing examinations. Students will acquire the skills to provide awide range of high technology and high-touch therapeutic interventions to patients inacute and chronic care settings. Competencies are assessed through the use of class-room, laboratory, and clinical performance evaluations in simulated and actual patientcare situations. Program success is determined through examining employment ratesand licensure exam pass rates.

There are three routes to completing the associate degree and/or entry level certificatein Respiratory Care in order to become a licensed practitioner.*

El Camino Community College Major Requirements

Route I: Designed for the student without previous college and/or medical work who wishes to obtain the Associate of Science degree and certificate in Respiratory Care.Required coursework includes Respiratory Care 172, 174, 176, 178, 280, 282, 284, 286,288, Anatomy 30, Computer Information Systems 13, English 1A and Psychology 5.Students without previous medical training are strongly advised to complete Respirato-ry Care 170 before enrolling in Respiratory Care 172 or 174.Total Units: 60Route II: Designed for the student planning to transfer to a university advanced-levelrespiratory care program after completion of the El Camino College entry-level pro-gram. Required coursework includes Respiratory Care 172, 174, 176, 178, 280, 282,284, 286, and 288. In addition, students must meet current coursework requirements(see program director or counselor) for transfer to Loma Linda University or other Res-piratory Care bachelor’s degree programs. Students without previous medical trainingare strongly advised to complete Respiratory Care 170 before enrolling in RespiratoryCare 172 or 174.Total Units: 46

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement is granted to the student who completes the followingroute:Route III: Designed for the student with previous college coursework equivalent to anassociate degree or higher, and/or with medical education and credentials who wishesto obtain the certificate in Respiratory Care. The student must have the equivalent ofan associate degree or higher in order to be granted the certificate. Take, or passthrough credit-by-examination**, Respiratory Care 172, 174, 176, 178, 280, 282, 284,286, 288 and transfer in, or have evaluated as equivalent, or pass through credit-by-examination**, Anatomy 30, Computer Information Systems 13, English 1A, and Psy-chology 5. Students without previous medical training are strongly advised to completeRespiratory Care 170 before enrolling in Respiratory Care 172 or 174.Total Units: 62

*No matter which route is taken, the certificate in Respiratory Care is not granted unless thestudent completes the Respiratory Care course requirements and has accumulated collegecredit equivalent to an associate’s degree (with a minimum grade of C in all courses). Thisincludes those non-respiratory courses required by the Respiratory Care Program and theState of California Respiratory Care Board. **See college and program credit-by-examination policy, procedures, and limitations.



Respiratory Care 280Respiratory Care of theCritically Ill Patient II9 units; 4 hours lecture, 15 hours lab perweek to be arrangedPrerequisite: Respiratory Care 178 with aminimum grade of CCredit, degree applicable

This course continues with the treatmentand management of adult patients who arecritically ill. The course provides the stu-dent with the opportunity to develop morecomplex reasoning and patient care skills.Problem-oriented use of patient dataincluding intermediate respiratory careassessment and decision-making usingblood gases, x-rays, response to therapyand other appropriate clinical indicatorswill be emphasized.

Respiratory Care 282Fundamentals of Perinatal andPediatric Respiratory Care4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab perweek to be arrangedPrerequisite: Respiratory Care 178 with aminimum grade of C Credit, degree applicable

This course will introduce the student tothe basic anatomy and physiology of thefetus, neonate and pediatric patient. Thestudent will learn the fundamental thera-peutic procedures, equipment and dataused to provide pediatric and perinatal res-piratory care. Pediatric basic andadvanced life support will also be taught inthe classroom, lab and clinical setting.

Respiratory Care 284Respiratory Care of theCritically Ill Patient III 9 units; 4 hours lecture, 15 hours lab perweek to be arrangedPrerequisite: Respiratory Care 280 with aminimum grade of CCredit, degree applicable

This course continues with the treatmentand management of adult patients who arecritically ill. The course provides the stu-dent with the opportunity to develop morecomplex reasoning and patient care skills.A disease-directed approach is used withemphasis on respiratory failure, chronicobstructive pulmonary disease and relatedrespiratory conditions and deadspace prob-lems. The course reviews the problems ofnosocomial infections in respiratory careand systematic methods for identifyingand correcting patient-therapist equipmentcontamination. Communication skills areintroduced that will help the therapistrelay suggestions and information to othermembers of the health care team.

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Respiratory Care(Continued from previous page)

General Information

Recommended Preparation Course Sequence and Prerequisites

The program has two phases that require specific courses and sequence.

Preclinical PhaseIn the pre-clinical phase of the program the student takes all the non-clinical Respirato-ry Care courses which may include Respiratory Care 170. The student shall also com-plete, at a minimum, Respiratory Care 172 and 174, Anatomy 30, Computer Informa-tion Systems 13, English 1A and the associate’s degree mathematics competency. Inaddition, due to the rigorous schedule in the clinical phase, it is recommended the stu-dent complete all the other general education and science courses required for the asso-ciate of science degree. (See program director or counselor.)

Admission to the Clinical PhaseAdmission to the clinical phase of the program is limited by clinical space and budgetconsideration. In order to gain admittance to the clinical phase of the program, the stu-dent must complete the preclinical phase with a minimum grade of C in all courses.The student must also submit a program application and completed physical exam formwith the required lab tests and readiness for clinical duties certified by an appropriatehealth care professional. Students may submit completed applications and physicalexam forms when all the required preclinical coursework is completed. Applicationsare accepted by the program director up to the last day of the spring and fall semestersand students are randomly assigned seats in the next clinical class based on verificationof all required coursework and available space. A new clinical class starts in the springsemester each year.

Clinical PhaseIn the clinical phase of the program the student takes all the combined Respiratory Carescience classroom and clinical courses required to receive the Respiratory Care pro-gram certificate which, at a minimum, includes Respiratory Care 176 through 288. Inaddition, the student must complete all other courses required for the associate of sci-ence degree if they have not been completed in the preclinical phase.

CostIn addition to any fees or charges imposed by the college, it is estimated that the costof books, lab costs, stethoscopes and miscellaneous supplies is approximately six hun-dred dollars over a two-year period. Financial assistance is available to students whomeet the eligibility requirements. A health physical examination is required.

Admission Requirements and Length of ProgramFor the high school graduate with a C average or better in science and math, the pro-gram will take 2 1/2 years to complete, including all prerequisites. A student is formal-ly accepted into the clinical phase of the program after satisfactory completion of pre-requisites, general education courses and introductory respiratory care science courses.

Procedure for AdmissionThe student should apply for a reservation to register at El Camino College. Anappointment with a Health Science counselor should be made so that the matriculationprocess can be completed. Students wishing to take advanced college work after grad-uation may choose a specific general education track. All respiratory care science andclinical courses must be taken and completed with at least a C or better.


Respiratory Care 286Fundamentals of Pulmonary Rehabilitation and HomeRespiratory Care3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab perweek to be arrangedPrerequisite: Respiratory Care 280 with aminimum grade of C Credit, degree applicable

This course focuses on the treatment andmanagement of adult patients who havechronic respiratory conditions and dis-eases. The course provides the studentwith the opportunity to develop skills man-aging patients requiring pulmonary reha-bilitation and home respiratory care. Theproblem-oriented approach to developing aRespiratory Care plan will be coveredemphasizing the use of, and the ability tocollect, patient data. Skills to be learnedwill include performance of a physicalexam of the patient, arterial puncture,establishment of intravenous fluid lines,exercise evaluation, patient education andprevention of infection.

Respiratory Care 288Fundamentals of PulmonaryFunction Testing 3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Respiratory Care 176 with aminimum grade of C Credit, degree applicable

This course will review the fundamentalprocedures and equipment used to meas-ure pulmonary function in non-sympto-matic populations and in populations ofpeople with chronic pulmonary diseases.Experience with exhaled air data collectionwill be provided through hands-on proce-dures at the college and at health serviceorganizations' diagnostic laboratories.Skills to be learned will include perform-ance of public health screening and diag-nostic pulmonary function testing.

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Sign Language/Interpreter TrainingSign Language/InterpreterTraining 15Beginning American Sign Language3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This beginning course in American SignLanguage (ASL) is taught within the con-text of deaf culture. The course offersinstruction and practice with basic gram-matical features of ASL. Primary emphasisof the class is on developing comprehen-sion skills, vocabulary development, andvisual readiness. It is recommended forthose who wish to prepare for professionalor social contact with the deaf. It is thefirst course of a sequence leading towardcompetency as a professional interpreter.Note: This course is comparable to two years ofhigh school sign language.

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 16Intermediate American Sign Language3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 15 with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is recommended for studentswho wish to continue their study of thedeaf culture and increase their ability tocommunicate in American Sign Language(ASL). This course focuses on ASL struc-ture and grammatical features as used bynative signers. It will develop languagefluency at the intermediate level. Thiscourse is required for those continuing inthe sequence leading toward professionalcompetency as an interpreter.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to two years of high school sign language.

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School Health Clerk – Certificate ofAchievement(Health Sciences and Athletics Division)

By completing the certificate requirements, students will acquire proficiency in the roleof the school health clerk paraprofessional. Students will gain knowledge of the legaland ethical responsibilities within the school health clerk role; communication skills;health and wellness concepts; chronic and acute health conditions; psychosocial prob-lems; common treatment protocols; first aid and CPR techniques; health informationand office management; and disaster planning. Observational experiences focusing onthe roles and responsibilities of school health clerks will be provided in local school dis-tricts. Certificate competencies will be assessed regularly through written assignmentsand examinations. The curriculum prepares students for entry-level school health clerkpositions within school districts and various community agencies.

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses listedbelow. A minimum of 12 units of the certificate requirements, including Nursing 110,112, and 114, must be completed at El Camino College.Child Development 103, 110, 111, Nursing 110, 112, 114; three units from: Child Development 104, 107, 108, 114, 122, 150, 152, 160, 163, 166,Nursing 116, 118, Nutrition and Foods 15, Sign Language/Interpreter Training 15Total Units: 18




Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 17AAdvanced American Sign Language3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 16 with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for students whowish to develop technical and grammaticalknowledge of American Sign Language atthe advanced level. Taught within the con-text of deaf culture, students will increasetheir ability to communicate in AmericanSign Language (ASL). This course focuseson ASL structure and grammatical featuresas used by native signers. Multimedia pre-sentations, activities, and exercises aredesigned to develop language fluency forcommunicating with members of the deafcommunity. This course is required forthose continuing in the sequence leadingtoward professional competency as aninterpreter.Note: The prerequisite for this course corre-sponds to three years of high school sign lan-guage.

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 17BAdvanced American Sign Language: Comprehending ASL3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 17A with a minimum grade of Cor equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course uses multimedia presentations,activities, and exercises for advanced prac-tice using American Sign Language. Thecourse will provide students with culturalinformation and current linguisticresearch. This advanced course isdesigned to help students comprehendAmerican Sign Language and its grammat-ical features.

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 18AFundamentals of Interpreting andTranslating3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 17B with a minimum grade of C Corequisite: enrollment in Sign Language/Interpreter Training 263Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to bring students toa beginning level of fluency for generalinterpreting and transliterating, situations.The focus will be on both consecutiveinterpreting and simultaneous interpretingmodes of delivery. It will also explore theprofessional Code of Conduct and prepara-tion toward national certification.

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 18BApplied Interpreting and Translating Technique2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 18A with a minimum grade of CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course offers skills development atthe advanced level. It provides interpret-ing practice in specific areas such as inter-preting for multi-cultural deaf individuals,deaf-blind interpreting, medical interpret-ing, legal interpreting, and educationalinterpreting. The focus will be on the exe-cution of skills in both consecutive andsimultaneous interpreting and transliterat-ing modes.

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 19Advanced Interpreting:Sign to Voice3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 18B with a minimum grade of C Corequisite: enrollment in Sign Language/Interpreter Training 264Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course focuses on development ofsign to voice interpretation skills. Specifictechniques in linguistic and cultural medi-ation, style variations, and team interpret-ing will be learned. Topics will include theinterpreting process, self analysis, and eth-ical conduct.

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Sign Language/Interpreter Training –A.A. Degree and Certificate of Achievement(Health Sciences and Athletics Division)

Upon completion of the degree or certificate, the student will be prepared for entry-leveljobs interpreting in the educational, medical, and community settings. Students willobtain instruction in general communication skills for working with deaf and hearing-impaired individuals as well as acquire an understanding of the deaf culture. In theinterpreting-level courses, students will gain technical skills, poise, and proficiency. Thestudent will develop speed and accuracy in both simultaneous and consecutive interpret-ing. Skills will be assessed through regular examinations, mock interviews, and portfo-lio review. Program assessment is conducted by monitoring student employment rates.

El Camino College Major RequirementsSign Language/Interpreter Training 15, 16, 17A, 17B, 18A, 18B, 19, 20, 201 or 202, 214,263, 264; choose one: Child Development 150, Communication Studies 1, Theatre 8, 30Total Units: 32

Certificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted to the student who completes the courseslisted below.Sign Language/Interpreter Training 15, 16, 17A, 17B, 18A, 18B, 19, 20, 201 or 202, 214,263, 264, English 1A; choose one: Child Development 150, Communication Studies 1,Theatre 8, 30Total Units: 36




Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 20Interpreting Practicum3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab to bearranged Prerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 18A with a minimum grade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides practical interpretingexperience for students completing theSign Language/Interpreter Training Pro-gram. The course includes field work andclassroom attendance. Activities and exer-cises are designed to guide the studentthrough steps of establishing a freelanceinterpreting business. Discussions and lec-tures will concentrate on the issues andconcerns that arise during the practiceassignments.

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 22Educational Interpreting2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 18A with a minimum grade of C Credit, degree applicable

This course will help prepare students forinterpreting in the educational field. Focuswill be on transliterating and interpretingskills, roles and ethics unique to education-al settings, classroom accessibility, andenhancement of academic sign vocabulary.This course is appropriate for studentsinterested in interpreting for schools, voca-tional programs, colleges, and universities..

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 50Special Topics in SignLanguage/Interpreter TrainingUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inSign Language/Interpreter Training morespecific than provided in other courses inthe regular departmental curriculum. Stu-dents are referred to the current scheduleof classes for details of specific courses.

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Sign Lan-guage/ Interpreter Training field. Theseexperiences will enable students toimprove job skills, analyze career opportu-nities and requirements, and comparethem to personal abilities and career expec-tations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Sign Language/Interpreter Training 101abcdIndividualized American Sign Language Laboratory1 unit; 3 hours lab to be arrangedPrerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 15 with a minimum grade of C orconcurrent enrollmentCredit, not degree applicable

This laboratory course provides opportuni-ties for practice and further developmentof American Sign Language (ASL) skills.Self-paced study allows students toimprove both signing and comprehensionskills. Interactive exercises and visualmedia will be utilized to reinforce vocabu-lary and syntax. Note: Pass/no pass only

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 201 Perspective on Deafness3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course students will explore therealm of deafness from both a hearing anddeaf perspective. Current topics and issuesinclude sign language, acquisition of lan-guage, educational trends, and experi-ments and research. Students will gain anunderstanding of psychological and socialimplications of deafness.

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 202Deaf Culture3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed to explore theanthropologic, historical, linguistic, socialand ideological constructs of deaf peopleand their communities. Discussion andtopics will provide the student with an in-depth knowledge of the issues of being adeaf individual in a hearing world andtrends of the deaf culture.

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 214Fingerspelling and NumericalConcepts1 unit; 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to provide begin-ning and advanced practice with the signlanguage component known as finger-spelling. Through the use of video tapes,drills, and exercises, the student willreceive practice in comprehending andusing the manual alphabet and numericalsigns.Note: Pass/no pass only

Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 263Interpreting/Transliterating Laboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 17B with a minimum grade of CCorequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 18ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for students seek-ing further practice with consecutive andsimultaneous interpreting skills in a labsetting. The students will receive addition-al practice with vocabulary and terminolo-gy in both American Sign Language andEnglish. Through the use of multimedia,activities, and exercises, skills with inter-preting and transliterating will beenhanced. Note: Pass/no pass only

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Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 264Sign to Voice Laboratory1 unit; 3 hours labPrerequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 18B with a minimum grade of C Corequisite: Sign Language/InterpreterTraining 19Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course provides advanced practice ina lab setting. It will enhance sign to voiceinterpreting and translating skills. Studentswill participate in exercises and activitiesdesigned to increase comprehension skillsand spoken presentations. Students willalso practice both sign to voice consecutiveand simultaneous interpreting.Note: Pass/no pass only

SociologySociology 50Special Topics in SociologyUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inSociology more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Sociology 96abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Sociologyfield. These experiences will enable stu-dents to improve job skills, analyze careeropportunities and requirements, and com-pare them to personal abilities and careerexpectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Sociology 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses in Soci-ology with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides advanced studies in asubject field of Sociology not covered inthe regular departmental offerings. Regu-lar conferences will be held with theinstructor to discuss and coordinate theassigned projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Sociology 101Introduction to Sociology3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students analyze the influ-ence of the social environment on behaviorand social life using sociological theoreticalperspectives. Components of social struc-ture and social culture are critically exam-ined through sociological theories and con-cepts including socialization, deviance,social institutions, and social change.Inequalities based on issues such as socialclass, race, ethnicity, gender, and age willalso be analyzed.

Sociology 102The Family3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Sociology 101;eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course covers the sociological andpsychological components of family livingpracticed in the United States and in vari-ous cultures worldwide. Topics includesinglehood, love, cohabitation, marriage,divorce, cultural and historical variation,communication, and conflict resolution.

Sociology 104Social Problems3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Sociology 101;eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course social problems facing soci-eties today are examined. Topics includeproblems associated with deviance, crime,inequality, social institutions, and modern-ization. Social problems will be analyzedfrom various sociological perspectives tobetter understand their possible causes andconsequences. Strategies for addressingsocial problems will be discussed andassessed.

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Sociology – A.A. Degree(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

The sociology degree provides students with a foundation in the science of sociology.Upon successful completion of the program requirements, the student will acquire anunderstanding of major sociological concepts and theoretical perspectives on socialproblems and social life as they apply to the individual, group, and society. Studentswill also understand the principles of research methods and data analysis. The majorprepares students for careers in fields such as teaching, research, social work, publicrelations, and counseling. Students will demonstrate their proficiency in sociologicalcompetencies through examinations and writing assignments on the major sociologicaltheories and research techniques.

El Camino College Major RequirementsSociology 101, 104; Sociology 109 or Psychology 9A or Mathematics 150; three courses from: American Studies 7, Anthropology 2, 9; Mathematics 140 or 160 or190; Psychology 12, 16, Sociology 102, 107, 108, 110, 112, Women’s Studies 1Total Units: 19



Sociology 107Race and Ethnicity inUnited States Society3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Sociology 101;eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to the soci-ological study of race and ethnic relation-ships in American society. Sociologicalconcepts and theories are used to analyzethe recent and historical experiences ofgroups which have been defined in racialand ethnic terms. The focus of the coursewill be on the origins and consequences ofthese definitions for the life experiencesand opportunities of these groups.

Sociology 108Global Perspectives onRace and Ethnicity 3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1A, Sociology 101 or Sociology 107or Anthropology 2 Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students will examine ethnicgroups around the world using concepts ofrace, ethnicity and minority status. Multi-ple theoretical perspectives will be used toexamine the conditions under which cer-tain ethnic groups have been designatedwith minority group status. Focus is givento the reactions of these groups to this des-ignation, and the patterns of interactionbetween minority groups and dominantgroups. Emphasis is on current situationsinvolving minority-dominant group rela-tions around the world and the historicalconditions influencing them.

Sociology 109Introduction to Elementary Statistical Methods for the Studyof Behavior4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Sociology 101 or Psychology 5and Mathematics 80 with a minimumgrade of C in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This is a course in statistical methods andresearch design for the behavioral sci-ences. The course focuses on descriptiveand inferential statistical techniques forsummarizing research data and for makingconclusions about the populations theyrepresent. Students are introduced to thebasic challenges and skills involved in suc-cessful undergraduate and graduate train-ing in the behavioral sciences, includingboth reviewing and writing scientificresearch reports.Note: Sociology 109 is the same course as Psy-chology 9A.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Sociology 109 and Psychology9A or Sociology 109 and Mathematics 150 is onecourse.

Sociology 110(formerly Sociology10)Introduction to Social Work3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Sociology 104Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course introduces students to the fieldof social work emphasizing the skills,responsibilities, and varieties of socialwork settings. Various social problems,such as child neglect, domestic violence,and poverty, are analyzed to understandhow social workers address these issues atthe individual, group, and community lev-els. Social policies such as domestic vio-lence laws, foster care, and the welfare sys-tem are also examined.

Sociology 112Introduction to Criminology3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: Sociology 101;eligibility for English 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to the sci-entific analysis of crime and criminality.Sociological concepts and theories are usedto analyze the nature, extent, and cause ofcrime; theoretical explanations for criminalbehavior will be discussed. The dynamicsof law, social control, treatment processes,and victimology will be evaluated.

SpanishSpanish 1Elementary Spanish I4 units; 5 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish A Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course introduces students to thedevelopment of skills for language acquisi-tion in speaking, listening, reading, andwriting linguistically appropriate Spanish.Students are also introduced to the cultur-al background of the language, includingrelationships among cultural practices andperspectives and the general aspects ofevery day life. Technological supportincludes videos, DVDs, audio CDs, andInternet access to publishers' websites fortutoring and other support.Note: This course is comparable to two years ofhigh school Spanish.*Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Spanish 1 and Spanish 52Aand 52B is four units.

Spanish 2Elementary Spanish II4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: Spanish 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course, taught within the context ofSpanish and Spanish-American culture, is acontinuation of the study of elementarySpanish with an emphasis on listening,speaking, reading and writing. Studentsimprove their pronunciation and speakingskills along with their understanding ofspoken Spanish. Computer programs andaudio and video tapes are available to rein-force the language skills acquired in theclassroom.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to two years of high school Spanish.

Spanish 3Intermediate Spanish I4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: Spanish 2 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This intermediate course, taught withinthe context of Spanish and Spanish-Ameri-can culture, emphasizes the study of theessentials of Spanish grammar and the fun-damentals of formal Spanish composition.Through oral and written practice, stu-dents expand their Spanish vocabulary anduse of idiomatic expressions. Student readmaterials of representative Spanish andSpanish-American authors.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to three years of high school Spanish.

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Spanish 4Intermediate Spanish II4 units; 5 hours lecture Prerequisite: Spanish 3 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course, taught within the context ofSpanish and Spanish-American culture, is acontinuation of the study of essential Span-ish grammar and formal composition.Through oral and written practice, stu-dents further expand their Spanish vocab-ulary and use of idiomatic expressions. Stu-dents read materials of representativeSpanish and Spanish-American authorsand participate in daily conversations.Note: The prerequisite for this course is compa-rable to four years of high school Spanish.

Spanish 5Advanced Spanish I3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Spanish 4 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This advanced course, taught within thecontext of Spanish and Spanish-Americanculture, is a survey of literature written bySpanish and Spanish-American writers.Students read and summarize the works ofrepresentative Spanish and Spanish-Ameri-can writers to acquire fluency in the lan-guage. Written Spanish, with an emphasison vocabulary building and functionalgrammar, is also included.

Spanish 6Advanced Spanish II3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Spanish 4 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This advanced course, taught within thecontext of Spanish and Spanish-Americanculture, introduces students to Spanish andSpanish-American literary criticism. Stu-dents learn how to write critically aboutthe works of representative Spanish andSpanish-American writers to acquire fluen-cy in the language. Written Spanish, withan emphasis on vocabulary building andfunctional grammar, is also included.

Spanish 21abBeginning Conversational Spanish2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Spanish 1 with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to help studentsdevelop competency in Spanish oralexpression, oral comprehension, pronunci-ation, and conversational strategies.

Spanish 22abIntermediate Conversational Spanish2 units; 2 hours lecturePrerequisite: Spanish 2, Spanish 21ab witha minimum grade of C in prerequisite orequivalent Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is designed for the intermedi-ate student to develop Spanish languagefluency in oral expression, increase oralcomprehension, and improve pronuncia-tion. Conversational topics are based uponthe daily experiences and cultural life ofthe ethnic areas involved with the Spanishlanguage.

Spanish 24Introduction to Spanish and LatinAmerican Language and Cultures3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides an introduction to thecultural aspects of the Spanish languagethrough a study of Spanish and LatinAmerican culture, geography, social insti-tutions, literature, art, architecture, andmusic. Topics include a comparison ofSpanish and other Western languages andcultures.

Spanish 50Special Topics in SpanishUnits determined by individual course; lec-ture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inSpanish more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

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Spanish – A.A. Degree(Humanities Division)

By completing the degree requirements, the student will acquire proficiency in speak-ing, reading, writing, and understanding Spanish and will gain knowledge of Spanishand Spanish-American culture. The student will be able to communicate in Spanish,write formal compositions, and read the text of Spanish and Spanish-American authors,all at the intermediate-mid level of competency. Competencies will be assessedthroughout the language sequence with written and oral exams. This major providescareer opportunities where knowledge of Spanish is useful and prepares students forcontinued advanced learning of Spanish.

The student who has completed two or more years of Spanish in high school will havethe opportunity to enroll with advanced standing and to complete semesters 5 and/or 6at El Camino College. It is recommended that language majors enroll in conversationclasses.

El Camino College Major Requirements0-8 units from Spanish 1 and 2 or 0-6 units from Spanish 52A and 52B; Spanish 3, 4, 5,6; one course from: Anthropology 7, Art 7, English 42, History 112, 154Total Units: 20-28





Spanish 52ASpanish for Native Speakers3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: native-speak-ing knowledge of SpanishCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed for students with anative-speaking knowledge of Spanish andwho have little or no formal instruction inthe Spanish language. Students developthe cultural and linguistic ability to use cor-rect spoken and written Spanish free fromregionalisms and Anglicisms. Studentslearn to correct faulty Spanish speechhabits, improve vocabulary, and acquireskills in writing. Students also becomefamiliar with the similarities and differ-ences existing within and between the cul-tures of Spain, as well as the Caribbeanand North and Central American Spanish-speaking countries. *Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Spanish 1 and Spanish 52Aand 52B is four units.

Spanish 52BSpanish for Native Speakers3 units; 3 hours lecturePrerequisite: Spanish 52A with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC*

This course is designed for students with anative-speaking knowledge of Spanish andwho have had some formal instruction inthe Spanish language. Students strengthentheir cultural and linguistic ability to usecorrect spoken and written Spanish freefrom regionalisms and Anglicisms. Stu-dents master the ability to correct faultySpanish speech habits, improve vocabu-lary, and acquire skills in writing. Stu-dents deepen their understanding of simi-larities and differences existing within andbetween the cultures of Central and SouthAmerican Spanish speaking countries. *Note: The maximum UC credit allowed for stu-dents completing Spanish 1 and Spanish 52Aand 52B is four units.

Spanish 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inSpanish with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advanced stud-ies in a subject field of Spanish education notcovered in the regular departmental offer-ings. Regular conferences with the instructorare coordinated with assigned Spanish edu-cation projects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Special EducationSee Educational Development

SpeechCommunicationSee Communication Studies

SupervisionSupervision 27Oral Business Communications 3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will learn the prin-ciples of effective speaking in business sit-uations. Interviews, conferences, briefin-gs, and group discussions will be covered.Techniques of research, preparation, pres-entation, and evaluation are emphasized.Note: Supervision 27 is the same course as Busi-ness 29.

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TeachingPreschool TeachingChild Development courses are designed primarily for students interested in workingin private or public programs serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers, children with spe-cial needs, or children enrolled in before and after school care. Please refer to thecourse listings and program requirements in the Childhood Education section of thiscatalog.

Elementary School Teaching (Grades K-5)Students interested in teaching elementary school must first earn a bachelor’s degree,pass specific state examinations (i.e., the California Basic Education Skills Test, the Cal-ifornia Subject Exam for Teachers, and the Reading Instruction Competence Assess-ment), demonstrate knowledge of the U.S. Constitution either through a course or exam,complete foundational computer technology coursework, complete a Multiple SubjectTeaching Credential Program at the university level, and obtain a character clearance.Note: Though prospective elementary school teachers may select any major, the Liber-al Studies major is recommended because it best prepares students for the aforemen-tioned exams as well as for the profession itself. For this reason, El Camino Collegeoffers a Liberal Studies Program that is designed for students who plan to teach elemen-tary school. For more information, please refer to the Liberal Studies Program in thiscatalog or contact the El Camino College Teacher Education Program at 310-660-3573.You may also visit the program on the Web at: www.elcamino.edu/childhood_educa-tion.

Middle/High School Teaching (Grades 6-12)Students interested in teaching middle or high school must first earn a bachelor’s degreein the subject they plan to teach, pass the California Basic Education Skills Test, pass theCalifornia Subject Exam for Teachers in their field, (if they did not earn their bachelor’sdegree through an approved subject matter preparation program), demonstrate knowl-edge of the U.S. Constitution either through a course or exam, complete foundationalcomputer technology coursework, complete a Single Subject Teaching Credential Pro-gram at the university level, and obtain a character clearance. El Camino College offersAssociate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees in a variety of majors suitable for stu-dents who wish to teach at the middle or high school level. For more information, pleasecontact the El Camino College Teacher Education Program at 310-660-3573. You mayalso visit the program on the Web at: www.elcamino.edu/childhood_education.

The El Camino College Teacher Education Program (TEP) supports students seekingany of the teaching careers listed above.




Technical MathematicsTechnical Mathematics 1Technical Mathematics for Vocational Students3 units; 3 hours lectureCredit, degree applicable

This is a basic technical mathematicscourse covering prime numbers, addition,subtraction, multiplication and division ofsigned numbers and decimals, fractions(including mixed numbers and compoundfractions), ratios, proportions, percentages,accuracy of measurements, exponents,roots, and an introduction to equations andinequalities. Applications will relate toproblems commonly found in industrialsettings.

TheatreTheatre 1Theatre Appreciation3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 or ESL 52CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a survey of theatre focusingon the theory and practice of modern the-atre. Topics include acting, directing,design of scenery, architecture, lighting,costuming, makeup, stage properties, andthe American musical. Elements of play-writing, critical analysis, and career oppor-tunities are also covered. Attendance isrequired at selected theatre events at ElCamino College presented by the TheatreDepartment, El Camino College Center forthe Arts, and selected master classes relat-ed to professional events.

Theatre 4Dramatic Literature3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

In this course students survey selectedplays from classical tragedy and comedy tocontemporary drama. Emphasis is placeon reading, discussing, and critically ana-lyzing dramatic literature influenced bysocial and cultural forces. Attendance atselected local theatre events is required.

Theatre 8Introduction to Acting3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 or ESL 52CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

Designed for the non-theatre major, thiscourse introduces the fundamental ele-ments and techniques of acting. Emphasisis placed on the development of effectiveacting techniques through physical andvocal exercises, improvisation, and pan-tomime, culminating in the performance ofscenes from selected plays. Attendance isrequired at selected theatre events.

Theatre 14AFundamentals of Acting3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 84 or ESL 52CCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a study of the techniques,styles, and disciplines of acting. The stu-dent is provided theory and practical expe-rience with varied characterizations.Emphasis is placed on individual growthand acquired skills demonstrated throughplay and character analysis followed bypresentation of scenes from contemporaryrealistic plays. Attendance is required atselected theatre events offered by the ElCamino College Center for the Arts and inthe community.

Theatre 14BIntermediate Acting3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Theatre 14A with a minimumgrade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a continuation of Theatre14A and focuses on continued study in themethodology and process of acting for thestage and includes in-depth characterstudy through use of personalization skills,imagery, environment, stage life, situationand motivation, given and imaginary cir-cumstances, emotional and sense-memoryrecall, obstacles and objectives, through-line of action and character biographies.Attendance is required at selected theatreevents at El Camino College Center for theArts and in the community. This course isrequired for the theatre major.

Theatre 15abcd Improvisation2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labRecommended Preparation: Theatre 8 or14ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course introduces students to improv-isational acting through games, exercises,and unrehearsed scenes. Emphasis isplaced on working without a script, trust-ing one’s instincts, and expanding one’sexpressive range.

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Theatre – A.A. Degree(Fine Arts Division)

The degree provides students with a comprehensive foundation in theatre, history, prac-tice of theatre, and entertainment lighting. This is fulfilled through a structured programof theatre study in the areas of history, dramatic literature, acting, performance, techni-cal theatre, entertainment lighting, and related crafts. Students will demonstrate theirproficiency through acting competency, public performance, research papers, essays,class projects, and technical crew assignments. Program assessment is measured bypublic performances, program completion, transferability, and periodic program review.Students qualify to pursue a variety of theatre and entertainment related careers andadvanced degree options.

El Camino College Major Requirements Theatre 1, 4, 14A, 14B, 84, 90, 94; three units from: Theatre 70abcd or 97abcd (with aminimum of 1 unit from: Theatre 97abcd); 2 to 3 units from: Theatre 15abcd, 16abcd,22ab, 40A, 88, 92Total Units: 26-27



Theatre 16abcdActing:Audition and Cold Reading3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Theatre 14A with a minimumgrade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course prepares students to auditionfor university placement or professionaltheatre. Topics will include interpretingand developing a character at the audition-ready level, completion of a portfolio andresume, interpreting assigned scriptsaccording to the Shurtleff "Guideposts" forsuccessful cold reading, and preparationand maintenance of at least three mono-logues for auditions.

Theatre 22abActing Shakespeare3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Theatre 8 or 14A with a min-imum grade of C or equivalentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course focuses on the technique ofunderstanding and playing selected worksof Shakespeare through research, exercisesand scene study. The student's trainingwill include textual analysis, historicalresearch, scansion, imagery, vocal tech-nique and period movement, song anddance.

Theatre 40AFundamentals of Stage Direction3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labPrerequisite: Theatre 14B with a minimumgrade of C or concurrent enrollment Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a study of the director'sapproach to play analysis, dramatic andaesthetic values, thematic choices, charac-terizations, casting, rehearsal techniques,and the organization of performances. Thefinal project is the preparation and presen-tation of a ten-minute one-act play com-plete with promptbook, master movementplan, ground plan, rehearsal schedule,prop list, and a complete written playanalysis. Attendance is required.

Theatre 50Special Topics in TheatreUnits determined by individual course;lecture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inTheatre more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Theatre 70abcdBeginning Theatre Production1 unit; 3 hours lab (plus extended rehears-al hours to be arranged)Enrollment Limitation: auditionCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This theatre production course serves as anacting workshop. Students learn perform-ance skills and rehearsal discipline throughactive participation in a major theatricalproduction. This is an intensive coursewith extended rehearsal hours to bearranged.

Theatre 72abAdvanced Theatre Production1 unit; 3 hours lab (plus extended rehears-al hours to be arranged) Enrollment Limitation: auditionCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an advanced acting work-shop in which students learn to enhanceperformance skills and rehearsal disciplinethrough active participation in a major the-atrical production. This is an intensivecourse with extended rehearsal hours to bearranged.

Theatre 74abcdMusical Theatre Production1 unit; 3 hours lab (plus extended rehears-al hours to be arranged)Enrollment Limitation: auditionCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a musical theatre workshop.Students learn performance skills andrehearsal discipline through active partici-pation in a major musical theatrical pro-duction that integrates singing, dancing,and acting. This is a time and labor inten-sive course with extended rehearsal hoursto be arranged.

Theatre 75abcdStudent Performance ProductionWorkshop1 unit; 3 hours lab to be arrangedRecommended Preparation: completion ofor concurrent enrollment in the following:1. Student performers: Theatre 8 or 14A; 2.Student directors: Theatre 40A; 3. Studentcrews: Theatre 84 or 90 or 92 or 97abcd;eligibility for English 84Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a theatre workshop in whichstudents participate in a production underfaculty supervision as directors or perform-ers.

Theatre 84Stagecraft3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course emphasizes both theoreticaland practical experience in the technicalaspects of play production, including scenedesign, set construction, scenery painting,rigging and equipment, properties, and themanipulation of stage scenery. Studentsparticipate in shop procedures and prac-tices, safe tool usage, material selection,and fabrication methods. Attendance andparticipation in selected theatre events atEl Camino College is required.

Theatre 88Fundamentals of Stage Makeup2 units; 1 hour lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is a study of basic makeuptools, materials, techniques and methodsused in creating various character effectsfor stage and television. Emphasis is placedon the acquisition of practical skills fromassignments that cover straight, corrective,and character makeup, including theeffects of aging, beards, hair styles, fanta-sy, and facials distortions.

Theatre 90 Introduction to Stage Lightingand Sound3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course emphasizes the operation ofstage lighting equipment, planning and rig-ging of lighting units, operation of controlsystems and related equipment, lightsources, stage electricity, color in light, andthe design of stage lighting. Students mustattend selected theatre events at El CaminoCollege Center for the Arts.

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Theatre 94 Costuming for the Stage3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course covers the theory and practiceof costuming for the stage, including his-torical background, basic costume designtechniques, cutting, fitting, sewing, patternmaking, fabric design and dyeing, properuse and maintenance of equipment, andthe duties of wardrobe crews and chiefs.Students must attend selected theatreevents at El Camino College Center for theArts.

Theatre 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Theatre Artsfield. These experiences will enable stu-dents to improve job skills, analyze careeropportunities and requirements, and com-pare them to personal abilities and careerexpectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Theatre 97abcdTechnical Theatre Production1 unit; minimum 54 hours lab per semesterto be arrangedCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course provides students with experi-ence in building, mounting, and runningdepartmental play productions. Emphasisis placed on preparation (setup, construc-tion of scenery, lighting, properties, cos-tumes) and on the running crew positions(properties, costumes, makeup, followspot, deck hand, and assistant stage man-ager).

Theatre 98abAdvanced Technical TheatreProduction1 unit; minimum 54 hours lab per semesterto be arrangedPrerequisite: four semesters of Theatre97abcd with a minimum grade of C Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This course is an advanced performance/rehearsal laboratory to support the publicpresentation of the Theatre Department.Emphasis will be placed on the role oftechnical theatre production heads includ-ing properties, costume, sound, lights,makeup, and deck crew. Stage manage-ment of public performances will also becovered.

Theatre 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inTheatre with a minimum grade of B in eachand acknowledgment by the instructor withwhom the student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Theatre notcovered in the regular departmental offer-ings. Regular conferences with the instruc-tor are coordinated with assigned Theatreprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

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Transfer Studies – Certificatesof Achievement(Behavioral and Social Sciences Division)

Transfer Studies - Certificate of AchievementThe transfer studies certificate provides students with the opportunity to explore diversemethods of inquiry through course work required for fulfilling California State Univer-sity General Education Breadth requirements or the Intersegmental Segmental GeneralEducation Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). Students will develop critical thinking skills,learn to communicate effectively in writing, and acquire an understanding of major con-cepts, issues, and diverse viewpoints. Through course options, students will use mathe-matical concepts to solve problems, employ methods of scientific inquiry to understandthe world around them, and investigate the arts, humanities and social and behavioralsciences.

Certificates of Achievement CSU General Education-Breadth: A certificate of achievement will be granted to stu-dents who complete a minimum of 39 units from category A through E of the CSU gen-eral education requirements.Note: To receive full certification of the CSU general education pattern, a grade of Cor better is required in areas A and B4. Certification means that El Camino College stu-dents have completed the lower division general education requirements for the CSU.Students must request certification at the Records window.Note: Completion of CSU General Education Breadth requirements alone is notenough to make students eligible for admission to a CSU. Please consult with a coun-selor for details on completing transfer admission requirements.Total Units: 39

Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC): A certificate ofachievement will be granted to students who complete a minimum of 34 units to fulfillthe IGETC pattern requirements.Note: To receive full certification of the IGETC pattern, a grade of C or better is requiredin each course. Certification means that El Camino College has verified that studentshave completed the lower division general education requirements for IGETC. Studentsmust request certification at the Records window.Note: Completion of the IGETC requirements alone is not enough to make students eli-gible for admission to a CSU or UC. Please consult with a counselor for details for com-pleting transfer admission requirements.Total Units: 34


Tutor TrainingTutor Training 200Theory and Practice of Tutoring1 unit; 1 hour lectureCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for students whointend to be tutors. It meets the CollegeReading Learning Association training pro-gram requirements and is designed to helpstudent tutors learn to communicate clear-ly and effectively with students needingacademic assistance. Course contentincludes learning theories, tutorial tech-niques, program procedures and responsi-bilities, and tutoring practice.Note: To be considered for El Camino Collegeemployment as a tutor, students need to havecompleted the course they wish to tutor with afinal grade of B or better. The recommendationof the appropriate instructor is also necessary.Note: Pass/no pass only.

WeldingWelding 1Introduction to Welding Process8 units; 5 hours lecture, 10 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students are introduced towelding processes with a primary focus ondeveloping manipulative skills. Weldingprocesses covered include oxy-acetylene,plasma arc, shielded metal arc, gas tung-sten arc, gas metal arc, and flux cored arc.The course also includes a study of occupa-tional safety, weld symbols, print reading,metal fabrication, and joint design.

Welding 2abcBasic Welding Technology8 units; 5 hours lecture, 10 hours labPrerequisite: Welding 1 or 21 with a mini-mum grade of C in prerequisite or equiva-lentCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is an intermediate welding coursewith emphasis on the weldability of mildsteel, low-alloy steel, stainless steel, castiron and aluminum utilizing all of theappropriate welding processes. The coursewill include welding safety, nomenclature,weld symbols and Los Angeles City Struc-tural Certification specifications.

Welding 15abBasic Welding for Allied Fields3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is a basic course for students in alliedfields that utilize welding processes. Stu-dents will be introduced to welding equip-ment, nomenclature, safety, and the oxy-acetylene, shielded metal arc, and gasmetal arc welding processes. Manipulativeskills will be developed in cutting andwelding in the flat and in the vertical downpositions.

Welding 21Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welding(SMAW)3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This is a basic course in shielded metal arcwelding designed to provide the studentwith manipulative cutting and weldingskills in the flat and horizontal fillet posi-tions. The course also includes a study ofwelding nomenclature, equipment, occu-pational safety, joint design, electrode clas-sification, weld symbols, and blueprintreading.

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Welding – A.S. Degree andCertificates of Achievement(Industry and Technology Division)

The welding program prepares student for employment in the field and providesupgrade opportunities for currently employed personnel. By completing the degree orcertificate requirements, students gain proficiency in the following welding processes:oxy-acetylene cutting, plasma arc cutting, brazing and welding, shielded metal arc weld-ing, gas metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, and flux cored welding. Studentsdevelop skills in welding ferrous and non-ferrous alloys in flat, horizontal, vertical, andoverhead positions. Students also acquire proficiency in blueprint reading, layout, struc-tural fabrication, and pipe welding. Competencies will be assessed regularly in accor-dance with criteria established by the American Welding Society, the American Petrole-um Institute, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and the American Nation-al Standards Institute.

El Camino College Major RequirementsDay Program: 24 units from: Welding 1, 2abc Evening Program: complete a minimum of 24 units from: Welding 21, 23abc, 40abcd,45abRecommended Electives: Computer Aided Design/Drafting 5, Machine Tool Technolo-gy 16ab, Technical Mathematics 1, English A or qualifying score for English 1A on theEnglish Placement TestTotal Units: 24-27

Certificates of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of the courses in the dayor evening program for the Welding I or Welding II options. At least 50% of the cours-es required for the Certificate of Achievement must be completed at El Camino College.Welding I:Day Program: Complete 32 units from: Welding 1, 2abcTotal Units: 32Evening Program: Complete a minimum of 32 units from: Welding 21, 23abc, 40abcd,45abTotal Units: 32Welding II:Day Program: Complete 32 units from: Welding 1, 2abc; complete 9-12 units from: Com-puter Aided Design/Drafting 5, Machine Tool Technology 16ab, Technical Mathematics1, English A or qualifying score for English 1A on English Placement TestTotal Units: 41-44Evening Program: Complete a minimum of 32 units from: Welding 21, 23abc, 40abcd,45ab; complete 9-12 units from: Computer Aided Design/Drafting 5, Machine Tool Tech-nology 16ab, Technical Mathematics 1, English A or qualifying score for English 1A onEnglish Placement TestTotal Units: 41-44


Welding 23abcArc Welding Certification3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Welding 1 or 21 with a mini-mum grade of C in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed for the advancedarc welding student preparing for anAmerican Welding Society (AWS) Structur-al and Light Gauge Certification, Los Ange-les City Structural Light Gauge and Rein-forcing Steel Welding Certification or Cali-fornia State Welding Certification.

Welding 27abcPipe Welding and Pipe Fabrication4 units; 2 hours lecture, 6 hours labPrerequisite: Welding 1 or Welding 21 witha minimum grade of C in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This course is designed to introduce thestudent to pipe welding procedures andpipe fabrication. The course covers typesof pipe and piping, identification of pipe,pipe welding procedures and processes,joint fabrication, and pipe layout proce-dures.

Welding 40abcdGas Tungsten Arc Welding(GTAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding(GMAW)3 units; 2 hours lecture, 4 hours labCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

In this course, students will developmanipulative skills using Gas TungstenArc Welding (GTAW) and Gas Metal ArcWelding (GMAW) processes on ferrousand nonferrous alloys. Emphasis is placedon the requirements for certification inaccordance with AWS D.17.1:2001, specifi-cations for Fusion Welding for AerospaceApplications (formerly Mil-Standard-1595A Qualifications of Aircraft, Missileand Aerospace Fusion Welders).

Welding 45abStructural Fabrication 5 units; 4 hours lecture, 4 hours labPrerequisite: Welding 1 or 21 with a mini-mum grade of C in prerequisiteCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU

This welding course focuses on skillsrequired to fabricate a project from anengineering drawing to the finished prod-uct. Emphasis is placed on interpretingengineering drawings, proper use of toolsand equipment, math, and shop safety.

Welding 50Special Topics in WeldingUnits determined by individual course;lecture/lab hours determined by individualcourseCredit status determined by individualcourse

This course is designed to explore topics inWelding more specific than provided inother courses in the regular departmentalcurriculum. Students are referred to thecurrent schedule of classes for details ofspecific courses.

Welding 95abcdCooperative Work ExperienceEducation2-4 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: Employment orvolunteer work in a position related to thestudent’s major or career goal by the secondweek of the semester. Completion of or cur-rent enrollment in one course from themajor.Credit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives estab-lished by the student, supervisor, andinstructor, each student will work withand learn from experts in the Weldingfield. These experiences will enable stu-dents to improve job skills, analyze careeropportunities and requirements, and com-pare them to personal abilities and careerexpectations.Note: The total units earned for CWEE may notexceed 16 units.

Welding 99abcIndependent Study1-3 units; hours to be arrangedEnrollment Limitation: two courses inWelding with a minimum grade of B ineach and acknowledgment by the instructorwith whom student will workCredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU - limitations apply

This course provides special advancedstudies in a subject field of Welding notcovered in the regular departmental offer-ings. Regular conferences with the instruc-tor are coordinated with assigned Weldingprojects (60 hours per unit).Note: Refer to page 11 of this Catalog for eligibil-ity requirements.

Women's StudiesWomen's Studies 1An Introduction to Women'sStudies3 units; 3 hours lectureRecommended Preparation: eligibility forEnglish 1ACredit, degree applicableTransfer CSU, UC

This interdisciplinary course introducesstudents to the field of women’s studies.The history of feminism, feminist thought,and women’s studies as an academic disci-pline will be examined and assessed. Thesocial construction of sex, gender, and sex-uality, the representation of women inAmerican society, and the role of womenin American institutions will be analyzedfrom theoretical perspectives of variousacademic disciplines. Feminist perspec-tives will be utilized to critically analyzerace, ethnicity, social class, sexuality, andage as they correlate with sex and genderin American society.

WoodworkingSee Construction Technology

X-Ray TechnologySee Radiologic Technology

ZoologySee Biology

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Faculty


AdministrationThomas M. FalloSuperintendent/President

Francisco M. ArceVice President, Academic Affairs

Jo Ann HigdonVice President, Administrative Services

Jeanie M. NishimeVice President, Student andCommunity Advancement

Barbara PerezVice President, El Camino College Compton Center

Lynn SolomitaInterim Vice President, Human Resources

DeansJose AnayaCommunity Advancement

Constance FitzsimonsFine Arts

Donald GoldbergMathematical Sciences

Thomas LewHumanities

Gloria E. MirandaBehavioral and Social Sciences

Rory NatividadInterim, Health Sciences and Athletics

Virginia L. RappBusiness

Stephanie RodriguezIndustry and Technology

Jean ShankweilerNatural Sciences

Regina R. SmithCounseling and Student Services

Arvid SporEnrollment Services

Associate DeansThomas JacksonIndustry and Technology

Barbara JaffeHumanities

Directors/ManagersKim BailyNursing

Robert BarboneAthletic Director

Leisa BiggersStaff and Student Diversity

Rocky BonuraBusiness Services

Julie BourlierBookstore

Hortense CooperFinancial Aid and Scholarship

Robin DreizlerOutreach and School Relations

Janice ElyBusiness Manager

Robert GannFacilities Planning and Services

Ann M. GartenCommunity Relations

Irene GraffInstitutional Research

Alice GrigsbyLearning Resources

Arturo HernandezMESA

Bozena MortonResource Development -Grant Development and Management

William MulrooneyAdmissions and Records

Sandra ParvisChild Development Center

Dipte PatelSpecial Resource Center

Dawn ReidExtended OpportunityPrograms and Services

Bruce L. SpainCenter for the Arts

Michael J. TrevisChief of Police/Public ServicesInstructional Programs

Harold L. TylerStudent Development

John WagstaffInformation Technology Services

Tom ConnollyAccounting

Assistant DirectorsThomas BrownFacilities Planning and Services

Bruce HoerningFacilities Planning and Services

Jeanette MageeEOP&S/CalWORKs

Andrew NasatirBookstore

Esperanza NietoAdmissions and Records

Allene QuarlesHuman Resources

Tyler RobbinsFinancial Aid and Scholarships

Betty SedorCommunity Education and Development

Satish WarrierInformation Technology Services

Specially FundedPrograms

Pauline G. AnnarinoDirector, Western RegionInterpreter Education Center

Katie GleasonExecutive Director – El Camino College Foundation

David GonzalesDirector, Center for AppliedCompetitive Technologies

Maurice KogonDirector, Center for InternationalTrade Development

Phillip SuttonDirector, Workplace LearningResource Center

Starleen Van BurenDirector, Small BusinessDevelopment Center

VacantDirector, Contract and Community Education

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FacultyAcknowledging that the quality of a col-

lege is largely dependent upon the qualityof its faculty, El Camino College endeavorsto maintain a consistently superior teach-ing staff. In height of academic achieve-ment, breadth of practical experience, anddepth of personal dedication, the instruc-tors at El Camino College are among thefinest in California.The College’s faculty makes policy rec-

ommendations on academic and profes-sional matters to the administration and tothe Board of Trustees. Its governing arm isthe Academic Senate composed of repre-sentatives from each division.The Academic Senate has developed the

academic rank. It is not an official appoint-ment by the Board of Trustees but, instead,is a traditional practice which recognizesprofessional preparation and experience.Qualifications for academic rank are

based on these requirements:Lecturer: All adjunct and temporary fac-

ulty members have this rank. Adjunct fac-ulty who have previously taught 10 con-secutive semesters are listed in this catalog.Instructor: This rank is for probationary

(contract) faculty members who do notqualify for higher rank.Assistant Professor: Faculty members

who have achieved regular faculty statusor tenure.Associate Professor: Tenured faculty

members who are at least at Step 7 on thesalary schedule.Professor: Tenured faculty members

who are at least at Step 10 (Class V) on thesalary schedule or Step 13 (Class I-IV) onthe salary schedule.Professor Emeritus: The Academic Sen-

ate, in consultation with the Vice President- Academic Affairs, will grant ProfessorEmeritus status after retirement to tenuredfaculty members in good standing.

Academic Senate OfficersDavid Vakil, PresidentSaul Panski, Vice President,Compton Community Educational CenterChristine Jeffries, Vice President,Educational PoliciesMatthew Klein, Vice President,Faculty DevelopmentLance Widman, Vice President,Finance and Special ProjectsChris Wells, Vice President,Legislative ActionClaudia Striepe, SecretaryLars Kjeseth, Curriculum Chair

AAbiligou, Peter (1992)Lecturer, DanceM.F.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Ahmadpour, Alireza (2004)Associate Professor, ArtB.S. Pars High InstituteM.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Aitken, Deborah (1987)Lecturer, MusicB.M. University of Southern CaliforniaM.A. California State University, Northridge

Alamillo, Lucy (2000)Associate Professor, ArtB.A. University of Northern IowaM.A. University of Southern California

Allen, Stacey (1999)Associate Professor, SociologyB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Almos, Carolyn (2010)Lecturer, TheatreB.A. Whitman CollegeM.F.A. California Institute of the Arts

Anaya, JoseDean, Community AdvancementB.S. California State Polytechnic University, PomonaM.B.A. University of Southern California

Anderson, Marilyn (1984)Professor, EnglishB.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Annick, Jennifer A. (2001)Associate Professor, English, ReadingB.A. Fairfield UniversityM.A. Loyola Marymount University

Ansite, Martha (1998)Associate Professor, EnglishB.A. University of Southern CaliforniaM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Antoine, Ellen R. (1988)Professor, Political ScienceB.A. Tulane UniversityM.A., Ph.D. Johns Hopkins University

Antrim, Craig K. (1974)Lecturer, ArtB.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraM.F.A. Claremont Graduate School

Arce, Francisco M. (2006)Vice-President - Academic AffairsB.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraEd.D. University of San Francisco

Arensmeyer, Jr., John W. (2000)Lecturer, GermanB.A., M.A. California State University, Long BeachPh.D. University of Southern California

Armao, Eugene (1989)Professor, EnglishB.A. University of PennsylvaniaM.A. University of Southern California

Arnold, Mark S. (1991)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeB.S. California State University, Los AngelesJ.D. Southwestern University School of Law,Los Angeles

Awainisyan, Aida (2003)Lecturer, MathematicsB.Sc., M.S., Ph.D. University of Baghdad

BBachmann, Susan (1988)Professor, EnglishB.A. Ph.D. State University of New YorkM.A. University of Wisconsin

Back, Leslie W. (1978)Professor, MusicB.A. Glassboro State CollegeM.M.E. Temple University

Bahti, Cynthia (1986)Lecturer, Communication StudiesA.A. Golden West CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Baily, Kim (2006)Director, NursingInstructor, NursingB.S.N. Samuel Merritt CollegeM.S.N. University of PhoenixPh.D. St. George’s Hospital Medical School

Baker, Florence M. (1996)Professor, HistoryB.A. Sonoma State UniversityM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Baldwin, Ava (2008)Lecturer, Communication StudiesB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Ball, Janice C. (2000)Associate Professor, Academic StrategiesB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.A. Loyola Marymount University

Banks-Carson, Sivi (1997)Lecturer, Radiologic TechnologyB.S. Tuskegee University

Barba, Jeannine (1988)Lecturer, CommunicationsB.A. University of Southern CaliforniaM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Barber, George A. (1983)Lecturer, Automotive TechnologyA.S. El Camino College

Barley, Danny L. (1985)Lecturer, Machine Tool Technology,Technical MathematicsA.A. El Camino CollegeA.S. Long Beach City College

Bartiromo, Sandra (1975)Professor, Sign Language/Interpreter Training A.A. Pierce CollegeB.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.A. Azusa Pacific College

Barton, Dick (1983)Professor, Computer Information SystemsB.A. Illinois CollegeM.A. Southern Illinois University

Faculty


Bateman, Michael (2008)Instructor, MathematicsB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.S. California State University, Long Beach

Bates, Larisa (2009)Lecturer, DanceB.A. University of Georgia, Athens

Bauer, Maria F. (2001)Lecturer, English as a Second LanguageM.A. University of ViennaM.A. Johns Hopkins UniversityTESOL Certificate - University of California, Los Angeles

Bauman, Robert. (1997)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A., M.A. University of California, Irvine

Baxter, Susan (2001)Associate Professor, Child DevelopmentB.A. University of Western, OntarioM.Ed. Ontario Institute for Studies in Education,University of Toronto

Bayssa, Beyene (2000)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S., M.Sc. Addis Ababa University

Beaudoin, Robert E. (1983)Professor, Automotive TechnologyIndustry experience

Beckett-Lemus, Lynn (2001)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.S. University of Southern CaliforniaM.S. Claremont Graduate University

Beley, Kate (1997)Associate Professor, CounselorA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Bellemin, Jeanne (1977)Professor, Zoology B.S., M.S. California State Polytechnic University,Pomona

Bergeman, Rebecca (2005)Associate Professor, English as aSecond LanguageB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Berman, Evelyne (1985)Professor, FrenchB.A., M.A. University of GrenobleM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Berney, Daniel E. (2001)Professor, DanceB.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraM.F.A. University of California, Irvine

Bickford, Susan (2004)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.A. Syracuse UniversityM.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.Ed. Arizona State University

Bishop, Francesca (2000)Professor, Communication StudiesA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Fullerton

Bisignano, Dana (2002)Lecturer, MusicB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. Eastman School of Music

Blaho, Vicki (1993)Lecturer, English as a Second LanguageB.A., M.A. Queens College - New YorkM.A. - TESOL California State University, Los Angeles

Blake, Sara (1986)Professor, EnglishA.A. Palomar CollegeB.A., M.A. San Diego State University

Bliss, Jack (1978)Lecturer, Real EstateB.S., M.B.A. California State University, Long Beach

Bloomberg, Randall (2008)Instructor, ArtB.A. Pratt InstituteM.F.A. New York Academy of Art

Blount, Richard (1999)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.S., San Diego State UniversityM.S. Azusa Pacific University

Boerger, John A. (1986)Professor, MathematicsA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S., M.A.T. University of California, Los Angeles

Boseman, Bernice (1977)Professor, DanceB.S., M.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Botello, Michael S. (1977)Professor, Law, Real EstateB.A. University of California, Los AngelesJ.D. University of California,Hastings College of Law

Braun, Michael C. (1976)Professor, PsychologyB.S. Loyola University, Los AngelesM.S., Ph.D. University of Southern California

Breckheimer, Debra M. (1996)Associate Professor, EnglishB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Brennan, Michael (2000)Lecturer, BiologyB.S., M.S. California State Polytechnic University,Pomona

Britton, Albert John (1995)Professor, Physical EducationB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Broderick, Carl (1985)Professor, Mathematics, Computer ScienceB.A. University of Southern CaliforniaM.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Brown, Donald I. (1992) Professor, LibrarianB.M. Bradley UniversityM.M., M.A. Southern Methodist UniversityM.L.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Brown, Fran (1990)Lecturer, Academic StrategiesB.A. University of MichiganM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Brown, Maria A. (1975)Professor, History, Women’s StudiesB.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraM.A. Syracuse University

Brownlee, Willie C. (1975)Professor, ArtA.A. Los Angeles City CollegeB.A. M.F.A. University of California Los Angeles

Brownlie, Michael E. (2005)Lecturer, Fire and Emergency TechnologyA.S. El Camino CollegeIndustry experience

Bruce, Vera (2008)Instructor, FashionB.A. Pepperdine UniversityM.A. University of California, Los AngelesIndustry experience

Brutti, Ronald A. (2003)Lecturer, EnglishB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Bucher, Susanne (2002)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.A. Mount St. Mary’s College

Budrovich, Barbara Jane (1983)Professor, English, Writing Center CoordinatorB.A University of California, BerkeleyM.A. San Francisco State University

Bui, Thanh Thuy (2007)Instructor, Anatomy, PhysiologyB.S. Mount Saint Mary’s CollegeM.D. University of East Central, Dominican Republic

Burruss, Nancilyn (2004)Lecturer, ReadingB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.S. Nova Southeastern University

Busch, Linda (1986)Lecturer, ArtB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Butler, Marie (1986)Lecturer, SociologyB.A. University of IllinoisM.Ed. Georgia State UniversityM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Davis

CCadman, R. Derek (1990)Lecturer, PsychologyB.S. Staffordshire UniversityB.S. University of San FranciscoM.A. Pepperdine UniversityM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Cafarchia, Victor (1996)Professor, Air Conditioning and RefrigerationA.A. El Camino CollegeIndustry experience

Calderon, Susan (2000)Lecturer, Physical EducationA.A. Golden West Community CollegeB.A. Arizona State UniversityM.A. University of Phoenix

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Caldwell, Colleen (2009)Lecturer, Radiologic TechnologyA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S. University of California, Los AngelesIndustry Experience

Caldwell, Robert L. (1981)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Cannon, Elaine W. (2002)Professor, SociologyB.A. University of ColoradoM.A., Ph.D. Howard University

Carey, Bryan (2009)Instructor, BiologyB.A. University of California, Santa CruzM.S. University of California, Riverside

Carnahan, Douglas (1994)Lecturer, LawB.S. University of California, Los AngelesJ.D. Hastings College of Law

Carlson, Eric (2005)Associate Professor, Machine Tool TechnologyB.S. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityM.S. Colorado State University

Carter, Tanja (2004)Professor, EconomicsB.A. Pepperdine UniversityM.A., PhD. University of California, Santa Barbara

Carr, Allison (2010)Lecturer, EnglishB.A. University of Texas, AustinM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Carteron, Madeleine M. (1985)Professor, CounselorB.A., M.A. Loyola Marymount University

Castro, Griselda (2008)Instructor, CounselorA.A., A.S. El Camino CollegeB.A. Loyola Marymount UniversityM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Cerofeci, Rose Ann (2008)Instructor, ReadingB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM. Ed. George Mason University

Chakhchir, Zeina (2000)Lecturer, FrenchB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Chambers-Salazar, Polli (2008)Instructor, MusicB.A., M.M., D.M.A. University of Southern California

Charman, Dawn (2001)Professor, Radiologic TechnologyA.A. El Camino CollegeB.V.E., M.Ed. California State University, San Bernardino

Chen, Wei-Feng (2000)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. Zhejiang UniversityPh.D. California Institute of Technology

Cheung, Matthew (2007)Instructor, EnglishA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Clark, Geralin (2009)Lecturer, Educational DevelopmentB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.S. California State University, Los Angeles

Class, Alicia (1998)Professor, Spanish, French,English as a Second Language, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. University of Southern California

Cocca, Steven P. (1987)Professor, Electronics and Computer HardwareTechnologyEnvironmental TechnologyA.A. Cerritos CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Long BeachHazardous Materials Management Certificate -University of California, Davis

Cody, Thomas (1992)Professor, EnglishB.A. University of Santa ClaraM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Irvine

Coffelt, Kevin W. (1996)Lecturer, Fire and Emergency TechnologyB.A. California State University, Long Beach

Cohen, Jeffrey (2000)Professor, MathematicsB.A. University of California, BerkeleyM.A.T. University of California, Los Angeles

Colby, Anita (1998)Lecturer, LibrarianB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.L.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Colin, Nicholas A. (1977)Lecturer, WeldingA.A. El Camino College

Collette, Jaymie (2008)Instructor, Educational DevelopmentDisabilities SpecialistB.A., M.A. California State University, Northridge

Collins, Kathleen E. (1982)Lecturer, EnglishB.A. Wayne State UniversityM.F.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Colunga, Guillermina (2007)Instructor, Radiologic TechnologyA.S. El Camino CollegeB.S. University of Phoenix

Conover, Deborah (1999)Professor, Registered NurseStudent Health ServicesB.S.N., M.S.N. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Corbin, Susan M. (2001)Professor, English, ReadingB.A. Ohio State UniversityM.A. The University of Akron

Cornelio, Alice (2008)Instructor, LibrarianB.A. University of the East Manila, Philippines M.A. San Jose State University

Cornelius, Camille (1987)Lecturer, ArtB.A. California State University, NorthridgeM.F.A. Claremont Graduate School

Cowell, Charles (1999)Professor, ChemistryB.S. Washington and Lee UniversityM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Santa Barbara

Craven, Noel W. (1977)Lecturer, BusinessB.S. Idaho State UniversityM.B.A. California State University, Long Beach

Critelli, Michael (1975)Lecturer, PhilosophyB.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraM.A., Ph.D. University of Southern California

Crossman, Diana (1986)Professor, Communication StudiesB.A. University of the PacificM.A. University of Iowa

Crossman, Mark R. (1988)Professor, Communication StudiesA.A. Sacramento City CollegeB.A. Cal Poly State University, San Luis ObispoM.A. California State University, NorthridgeEd.D. Pepperdine University

Crotwell, Dana (1999)Professor, EnglishB.A., M.A., M.F.A. Chapman University

Crum, Jeffrey (2010)Lecturer, Film/VideoB.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraM.F.A University of California, Los Angeles

Cummings, Anne C. (1986)Professor, French, ItalianB.A., M.A. University of Southern CaliforniaC. Phil. University of California, Los Angeles

Currey, Nancy (2004)Associate Professor,English as a Second LanguageB.A. California State University, San FranciscoM.A. - TESOL California State University, Los Angeles

Custodio, Roland (2009)Lecturer, Radiologic TechnologyA.S. El Camino CollegeIndustry Experience

DDaily, Robert L. (1980)Professor, BusinessB.A. Samford UniversityM.S. California State University, Long BeachJ.D. Whittier College School of Law

Dallal, Joyce (1992)Professor, ArtB.F.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.F.A. University of Southern California

Dalton, Robert (1999)Lecturer, PhotographyB.A. California State University, NorthridgeM.F.A. California Institute of the Arts

Dammena, Dimetros (2002)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S., M.S. California State University, Long Beach

Faculty


Dammena, Zekaris (1993)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. Technical University of DresdenM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Daniel-DiGregorio, Kristie (2007)Instructor, Human DevelopmentB.A. Trinity UniversityM.S. PhD. Northwestern University

Daniels, Lori (1990)Lecturer, Computer Information SystemsB.S. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Dantzler, Samuel L. (1977)Professor, WeldingA.A. Los Angeles Trade Technical CollegeB.V.E. California State University, Long Beach

Davidson, Jason (2005)Associate Professor, Communication StudiesB.A. Bradley UniversityM.A. Miami of Ohio University

Dearman, John B. (1986)Lecturer, MusicB.M., M.M. University of Southern California

De Latorre, Victor (2001)Lecturer, Machine Tool TechnologyA.S. Cerritos CollegeIndustry experience

De la Rocha, Carola (1996)Lecturer, DanceB.A. Loyola Marymount University

Delzeit, Linda (1977)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.S., M.S. California State University, Long Beach

DeMita, John (1998)Lecturer, TheatreB.A., Yale UniversityM.F.A. American Conservatory Theatre

DeVaney, Allison E. (2001)Lecturer, ReadingB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.Ed. California State University, Fullerton

Diaz, Robert D. (2003)Lecturer, Electronics and ComputerHardware TechnologyB.S. California State University, Long Beach

Di Fiori, Sara (2008)Instructor, Geology, OceanographyB.S., M.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Dillon, Rhonda (1997)Lecturer, MusicB.M., M.M. University of Southern California

Do, David Chi (1994)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeA.A. College of the Canyons

Donahue, Jeffrey S. (1992)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeA.A. Cerritos CollegeIndustry experience

Donnell, Sean M. (1998)Professor, EnglishB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Doucette, Peter (2009)Instructor, ChemistryB.A. University of New Mexico, AlbuquerquePh.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Dovner, Bruce (2002)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. California State University, Long BeachM.S. California State University, Los Angeles

Dowden, Frieda Sue (2002)Professor, SociologyB.A., M.A. Ph.D. University of Maryland

Doyle, William E. (1987)Professor, MusicB.M., M.M. University of Rhode IslandD.M.A. University of Southern California

Drobny, Mary (1996)Lecturer, ArtB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

EEbiner, Matthew V. (1991)Professor, GeographyA.A. Mt. San Antonio CollegeB.A., M.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Effler, Michael J. (1991)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeB.S. California State University, Los AngelesIndustry experience

Einstein, Susan (1997)Lecturer, PhotographyB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. University of California, Berkeley

Engle, Gene (1982)Professor, Physical EducationB.A., M.A. Stanford University

Eula, Michael J. (1989)Professor, HistoryB.A. Rutgers UniversityM.A. California State University, FullertonM.A., Ph.D. University of California, IrvineJ.D. Newport University School of LawLL.M. Regent University School of Law

Evensizer, Jill (1989)Professor, MathematicsB.S. California Institute of TechnologyM.S. New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

FFactor, Donna M. (1998)Professor, SpanishB.A., M.A., Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania

Factor, Helen (1992)Lecturer, English as a Second LanguageB.A., M.A. Roosevelt University

Fagan, Suzanne (2010)Lecturer, TheatreB.F.A. Ohio University, AthensM.F.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Fairchild, Patricia (2009)Instructor, Auto Collision and RepairB.A. California State University, Long Beach

Fall, Holly (1991)Professor, Nurse Practitioner - Student Health ServicesB.S. California State University, HumboldtM.N. University of California, Los Angeles

Fallo, Thomas M. (1991)Superintendent/PresidentB.A., M.B.A. University of California, Los AngelesEd.D. Pepperdine University

Farias III, Julio G. (2005)Associate Professor, PsychologyB.S., M.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Featherstone, John (1985)Professor, Physical EducationA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A., M.A. San Diego State University

Feenstra, Julie (1981)Professor, Physical EducationA.A. Orange Coast CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Feiner, Henri (2003)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S Pratt InstituteM.S. Iowa State University

Fenison, Michael (2007)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.S. California State Polytechnic University, PomonaM.Ed. Azusa Pacific University

Ferrell, Winfred (2002)Lecturer, MathematicsA.A. Grand Rapids Community CollegeB.S. University of MichiganM.S. Michigan State University

Festinger, Kurt (1998)Lecturer, MusicB.M. Immaculate Heart College, Los Angeles

Fielding, Lynn (1993)Lecturer, Earth SciencesB.S. Towson State UniversityM.A. California State University, Northridge

Firestone, Randall (2008)Instructor, PhilosophyB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Los AngelesJ.D. Hastings College of the Law, San Francisco

Fitzsimons, Constance (1991)Dean, Fine ArtsProfessor, ArtB.F.A., M.A., M.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

Fonte, Thomas (1987)Professor, SpanishB.A., M.A., Ph.D. University of Wisconsin

Fork, Allan C. (1990)Lecturer, LawB.S., J.D. University of Arizona

Fork, Rita (2000)Lecturer, Academic Strategies,English as a Second LanguageB.S., M.S. Georgetown UniversityTESOL Certificate University of California, Los Angeles

Formanes, Manolita F. (1998)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. University of Santo TomasM.S. Ateneo de Manila University

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Frazier, Virginia (2001)Lecturer, MusicB.M. Brigham Young UniversityM.M. Julliard School of Music

Freeman, Nancy (2005)Professor, BiologyB.S. Oklahoma State UniversityM.A., M.S. San Diego State University

Fry, Gregory (2002)Associate Professor,Mathematics, Computer ScienceB.A. University of Texas, AustinM.S. University of Texas, San Antonio

Furuya, Monte (1989)Lecturer, MathematicsA.B. Occidental CollegeM.S. California State College, Los AngelesM.S. University of Notre Dame

GGaines, Kenneth (1986)Professor, CounselorA.A. Cerritos CollegeB.A. University of California, BerkeleyM.S. California State University, Long Beach

Galias, Diana (1996)Lecturer, Physical EducationA.A. LA Valley CollegeB.A. California State University, Northridge

Garcia, Diana (2001)Lecturer, BiologyB.S. University of WisconsinPh.D. University of California, Riverside

Gates, Suzanne (1998)Professor, EnglishM.F.A. University of California, IrvineEd.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Gebert, Patricia M. (1976)Professor, CosmetologyA.A. El Camino CollegeIndustry experience

Georges, William (1999)Professor, TheatreB.S. Kent StateM.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

Georgevich, Milan (1996)Professor, MathematicsB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A., M.S. University of California, San Diego

Geraghty, Elise (2007)Instructor, EnglishA.A. Santa Monica CollegeB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. Loyola Marymount University

Ghyam, Massoud (1991)Professor, Computer ScienceB.S. Southwest State UniversityM.S. University of DaytonPh.D. University of Southern California

Gibson, David Blair (1998)Professor, AnthropologyB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. University College DublinPh.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Gill, Jack C. (1992)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A. University of FloridaM.A. University of Miami

Gizaw, Astatke (2001)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S., M.S. Addis Ababa UniversityM.A. University of California, Santa Cruz

Glenn, Douglas S. (1993)Professor, Computer Aided Design/DraftingB.S. University of Akron, Ohio

Glenn, Thomas (1998)Lecturer, EconomicsB.A., M.A. Stanford University

Glucksman, Marc D. (1968)Professor, MathematicsB.A., M.A.T. University of California, Los AngelesPh.D. University of Southern California

Gold, Christina (2005)Professor, HistoryB.A. University of California, BerkleyM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Goldberg, Donald Y. (2003)Dean, Division of Mathematical SciencesB.A. New CollegeA.M., Ph.D. DartmouthJ.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Goldmann, Eyal (2005)Professor, PhysicsB.S. University of California, Los AngelesM.S., Ph.D. University of California, San Diego

Gomez, Barbara (1993)Lecturer, Sign Language/Interpreter TrainingA.A. Golden West College

Gonzalez, Antonio B. (1985)Lecturer, SpanishM.A. Mount St. Mary College

Granger, Traci S. (1992)Professor, Physical EducationA.A. College of the SequoiasB.S. California State Polytechnic University,San Luis ObispoM.Ed. Colorado State University

Grant, Amy (1999)Professor, ChemistryB.S. State University New York, Stony BrookPh.D. University of California, Irvine

Grasse, Johnathan (2000)Lecturer, MusicB.M. California State University, SacramentoM.A. University of California, Santa CruzPh.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Gray II, Dudley (2002)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeB.A. College of IdahoJ.D. University of Idaho

Green, John (2001)Lecturer, Human DevelopmentB.S. California State University, Los AngelesM.S. University of La Verne

Griffin, Ellen (1993)Lecturer, ReadingB.A. Kansas State UniversityM.A. University of La VerneEd.D. University of Southern California

Grigsby, Alice B. (1984)Director, Learning Resources UnitProfessor, LibrarianB.S. Southern UniversityM.S. Louisiana State UniversityM.P.A. University of Southern California

Grogan, Donna (1985)Professor, Real EstateB.S., M.S.B.A. California State Polytechnic University, PomonaEd.D. Pepperdine University

Gross, Monica A. (1997)Professor, NursingB.S. California State University, Long BeachM.S.N. California State University,Los Angeles

Guillow, Lawrence (1994)Lecturer, HistoryB.A., M.A. California State University, Los AngelesPh.D. Arizona State University

HHacking, Perry B. (1990)Professor, AstronomyB.S. University of UtahM.S., Ph.D. Cornell University

Hackner, Julia (1990)Lecturer, EnglishB.A. University of the WitwatersrandM.A. Loyola Marymount University

Hadley, Ollie B. (1988)Professor, BusinessA.A. Los Angeles Southwest CollegeB.A., M.B.A. University of Southern CaliforniaEd.D. Nova University

Haghighi, Shahrokh (1991)Lecturer, PhilosophyB.A. Teheran UniversityM.A. Roosevelt UniversityPh.D. St. John’s University

Halonen, Briita (2008)Instructor, EnglishB.A. University of California Berkeley M.A. Claremont Graduate University

Hamanishi, Hiroshi (2010)Lecturer, DanceB.A. Keio University

Hamilton, Charles (1997)Lecturer, Computer Aided Design/DraftingA.A. Long Beach City CollegeB.A. California State University, Long Beach

Hamza, Hamza (2008)Instructor, MathematicsB.S. University of BaghdadM.S., Ph.D. Claremont Graduate University

Harley, Paul L. (1983)Lecturer, Child DevelopmentB.A., M.A. California State University,Dominguez Hills

Harris, Gloriane (1974)Lecturer, ArtB.F.A., M.F.A. Otis Art Institute

Harris, Randy (1998)Professor, Computer Information SystemsB.S. Rider UniversityM.B.A. Pepperdine University

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Hastings, Richard (1989)Lecturer, MusicB.A. University of Southern CaliforniaM.M. University of Southern California

Hazell, Thomas (1979)Professor, Physical EducationB.A., M.A. Oklahoma State UniversityM.Ed. Azusa Pacific University

Hendricks, Greta (2010)Lecturer, English, ESLB.S. Tufts UniversityM.A. The School for International Training

Herschenhorn, Suzanne (1981)Professor, English as a Second LanguageB.S.L. Georgetown UniversityM.A. - TESL University of California, Los AngelesM.A., Ph.D. California School of Professional Psychology

Herzig, Charles (1999)Professor, Geology, OceanographyB.S. Dickinson CollegeM.S. State University New York at Stony BrookPh.D. University of California, Riverside

Herzik, Deborah (1996)Professor, Nurse Practitioner - Student Health ServicesA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S.N., M.S.N. California State University, Long Beach

Hicks, Thomas A. (1983)Professor, Physical EducationB.A. University of Southern CaliforniaM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Higdon, Jo Ann (2008)Vice President, Administrative ServicesB.S. St. Louis UniversityM.P.A. California State University, San Bernardino

Higgins, Sharon G. (2003)Lecturer, Nutrition and Foods A.A. El Camino College B.S. California State University, Northridge M.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Hill, Jennifer K. (2001)Lecturer, EnglishB.A. University of California, IrvineM.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

Himsel, Amy (2005)Associate Professor, PsychologyB.S. Northwestern UniversityM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Irvine

Hindman, Elizabeth (1996)Lecturer, EnglishB.A. University of ColoradoM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Hironaka, Hiram T. (1983)Professor, Automotive TechnologyA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Ho, Linda (1998)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.S. University of California, Los AngelesM.S. California State University, Long Beach

Ho, Raymond (1988)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S., M.S. University of Southern California

Hoanzl, William (1979)Professor, Educational DevelopmentLearning Disabilities SpecialistA.A. Compton CollegeB.S. California State Polytechnic University,San Luis ObispoM.A. University of Southern CaliforniaM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Hofmann, Harold E. (1982)Professor, Machine Tool TechnologyA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A. California State University, Long Beach

Hojo, Hiroko (1992)Lecturer, Dance, Physical EducationA.A. Women’s College of Fine Arts, TokyoB.F.A., M.F.A. California Institute of the Arts

Holliday, Joseph W. (1992)Professor, Geology, OceanographyB.A. Hamilton CollegeM.S. Oregon State UniversityM.S. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Hoang, Thu-Hang (2001)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. Loyola Marymount UniversityM.S. California State University, Long Beach

Holmes, Kathryn (2005)Associate Professor, Educational DevelopmentLearning Disabilities SpecialistB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Holt, Kelly (2004)Associate Professor, Radiologic TechnologyA.S. Long Beach Community CollegeB.S. California State University, Long BeachM.S. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Hong, Lyman (2001)Professor, EnglishB.S. University of California, Los AngelesB.A., M.A. University of California, Irvine

Hood, William (1984)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.S. California State University, Long Beach

Hoovler, Patricia J. (1984)Lecturer, EnglishB.A., M.A. California State University,Dominguez Hills

Horvath, Robert L. (1969)Professor, MathematicsA.A. Fullerton CollegeB.A. California State University, FullertonM.A. University of California, Riverside

Houck, Michael (1999)Lecturer, Physical EducationA.A. El Camino College

Houske, Laurie M. (2005)Professor, Political ScienceB.A. California Lutheran UniversityJ.D. Whittier College School of Law

Houssels, Miriam (1995)Lecturer, SpanishA.A. Long Beach City CollegeB.A., M.A., TESOL CertificateCalifornia State University, Long Beach

Huang, Shiuling (2000)Lecturer, MathematicsM.A., M.Ed. University of Hawaii

Huben, Kevin (1988)Professor, Fire and Emergency TechnologyA.A. Los Angeles Harbor CollegeB.S. California State University, Los AngelesM.S. California State University, Long Beach

Hughes, Richard C. (1983)Professor, Computer Aided Design/DraftingA.A. Los Angeles Harbor College

Hughley, Kevin (2002)Lecturer, Physical EducationA.A. El Camino College

Hunt, Carmen (1980)Professor, Communication StudiesA.A. East Los Angeles CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Hurd, James L.P. (1973)Professor, MusicB.M. Washburn UniversityM.M. American Conservatory of MusicD.M.A. University of Southern California

Hussain, Naveed (2007)Lecturer, Radiologic TechnologyA.S. El Camino CollegeB.A. University of the PunjabIndustry Experience

Hyacinth, Octavia (2010)Instructor, NursingB.S.N. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.S.N. California State University, Long BeachF.N.P. California State University, Long Beach

Hyman, Joseph E. (1977)Professor, MathematicsB.A. Oberlin CollegeM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Los Angeles

IIchinaga, Moon (2001)Professor, LibrarianB.A., M.S.L.S. University of Southern CaliforniaM.B.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Imbarus, Aura (2001)Lecturer, English,English as a Second Language, ReadingB.A., M.A., Ph.D. Lucian Blaga UniversityTESOL, TEFL, CLAD CertificatesUniversity of California, Los Angeles

Inouye, Minehiro (1971)Professor, EconomicsB.A., M.A. California State University, Long BeachM.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Isaacs, Brent (2000)Associate Professor, EnglishB.F.A. University of Southern CaliforniaM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Izaquirre, Francisco (1998)Lecturer, PhysicsB.A., M.A. City University of New York - Hunter College

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JJackson, Brenda (2004)Associate Professor, CounselorB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Jackson, Tamara R. (1997)Lecturer, Child DevelopmentB.A., M.Ed., Ph.D. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. Loyola Marymount UniversityM.S. California State University, Los Angeles

Jackson, Thomas (1994)Associate Dean,Division of Industry and TechnologyA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A. University of California, Dominguez HillsJ.D. Northrop University of Law

Jacobi, Frank (1986)Professor, CosmetologyIndustry experienceB.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.A. Mount St. Mary’s College

Jaffe, Barbara (1991)Associate Dean, Division of HumanitiesProfessor, English, English as aSecond LanguageB.A., M.A., Ed.D. University of California, Los Angeles

James, William L. (1980)Professor, EnglishB.A. Temple UniversityM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Jeffries, Christine M. (1992)Professor, CounselorB.A. Colorado State UniversityM.A. California State University, San Bernardino

Jensen, Karin (1997)Lecturer, DanceB.A., M.F.A. University of California, Irvine

Jimenez, Miguel (2007)Instructor, ChemistryB.S., M.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Jimenez, Roberto A. (1997)Lecturer, SpanishA.A. Los Angeles City CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Johnson, William (1997)Lecturer, Air Conditioning and RefrigerationA.A. Los Angeles Trade Technical College

Jones, Jo Ann (1979)Lecturer, BusinessB.S. University of Southern California

Juarez, Dalia R. (2002)Lecturer, EnglishA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Jung, Jeff (1999)Professor, EnglishM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Los Angeles

KKadomoto, Norman (1985)Professor, PhysicsA.A. Pasadena City CollegeB.A., M.A. University of Southern California

Kane, Kevin (1989)Lecturer, Environmental HorticultureB.S. California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Kantz, Melvin R. (2002)Lecturer, ChemistryB.A. Temple UniversityM.S. University of DaytonPh.D. Drexel University

Karnazes, George C. (1992)Lecturer, Fire and Emergency TechnologyA.A. Los Angeles Harbor CollegeIndustry experience

Kasabian, Judy (1983)Professor, MathematicsB.S., M.A. Loyola UniversityPh.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Keenan, Jack E. (1976)Professor, BusinessB.S., M.B.A. California State University, Long Beach

Kelly, Edward (1990)Lecturer, Sign Language/Interpreter TrainingIndustry experience

Kermane, Bruce (1981)Lecturer, EnglishB.S., M.A. Ohio State UniversityPh.D. University of Sussex

Key, Kenneth F. (1989)Professor, CounselorB.S., M.A. Loyola Marymount University

Kheradyar, Emma (2010)Lecturer, DanceB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.F.A. University of California, Irvine

Khorram, Avid (2001)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. Portland State UniversityM.S. California State University, Hayward

Kidwell-Udin, Peggy (2009)Instructor, Child Development, NursingB.A. California State University, FresnoB.S.N. University of California, San FranciscoM.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.S.N. University of Nebraska Medical Center

Kim, Leroy (1999)Lecturer, ArtB.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Kistler, Rosemarie (1978)Professor, English, ReadingB.A. Montclair State CollegeM.A. Loyola Marymount University

Kjeseth, Lars J. (2000)Professor, MathematicsB.A. St. Olaf CollegePh.D. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Klepper, Lawrence (1986)Lecturer, ArtB.A., M.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

Kline, Matthew (2005)Professor, English as a Second LanguageB.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraM.A. California State University, Los AngelesEd.D. University of Southern California

Klinghofer, Rona (1990)Lecturer, MusicB.M., M.M. Julliard School of Music

Konishi, Toshiko (1993)Lecturer, PsychologyB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsB.A., M.A., Ph.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Kroll, Cheryl (1993)Professor, English, CounselorB.A., M.A. Loyola Marymount UniversityM.A. California State University, Northridge

Kurth, Thomas (2000)Lecturer, Construction TechnologyA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S. San Diego State UniversityIndustry experience

Kunisaki, Sheryl (1993)Lecturer, English, English as a Second LanguageB.A. University of WashingtonM.A. - TESL California State University, Los Angeles

LLa Fond, Ronald (2005)Associate Professor, Environmental HorticultureB.S. California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Land, Julia (2005)Associate Professor, Educational DevelopmentDisabilities SpecialistB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.S. California Lutheran University

Latto, William (2001)Lecturer, EngineeringB.S.M.E. Cleveland State UniversityM.S.M.E. California State University, Long Beach

Lau, Phillip (2008)Instructor, AccountingB.B.A. Pace UniversityM.B.A. St. John’s University

Laureano, Kaysa (2007)Instructor, MathematicsB.S. University of California, DavisM.S. University of California, Irvine

Leiby, Mary Ann (1997)Professor, EnglishA.A. Broward Community CollegeB.A., M.A. Ph.D. University of Florida

Lemmon, James P. (1999)Lecturer, ArchitectureA.A., A.S. Tidewater Community CollegeB.S. University of Virginia

Lenham, Sheila (1989)Lecturer, Sign Language/Interpreter TrainingB.A. Gallaudet University

Leonardo, Leon R. (1981)Professor, PhysicsA.A. Compton CollegeB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Faculty


Leonelli, Stephen (1992)Professor, BiologyA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S., M.S. California State University, Long Beach

Lew, Thomas K. (1981)Dean, Division of HumanitiesProfessor, EnglishB.A. Pepperdine UniversityB.A., M.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Lewis, John J. (1976)Professor, Automotive TechnologyA.A. El Camino CollegeIndustry experience

Lewis, Raymond W. (1995)Associate Professor, Administration of JusticeB.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.P.A. University of Southern California

Lewis, Robert W. (1990)Professor, MathematicsB.S. Washington State UniversityM.A. University of California, Santa Barbara

Lipe, Mark (1990)Professor, Adapted Physical EducationB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.S. University of Arizona

Lizarraga, Monica (1994)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.A. University of California, BerkeleyM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Llado, Nitza (1988)Professor, English as a Second Language,SpanishB.A., M.A. University of Puerto RicoPh.D. University of Florida

Lloyd, S. Vincent (1991)Professor, Astronomy, PhysicsB.A. Cornell UniversityM.A., M.Ph. Columbia University

Lobitz, Kristi (1988)Lecturer, MusicB.A. California Lutheran UniversityM.M. University of Southern California

Loesener, Kristy (1988)Professor, Physical EducationA.A. Santa Monica CollegeB.S. University of UtahM.Ed. Utah State University

Lofgren, Dean (1990)Professor, Physical EducationA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S. California State University, StanislausM.S. San Jose State University

Looney, Norm (1985)Lecturer, ArtM.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

Lorango, Debra (1987)Lecturer, EnglishB.A. Loyola Marymount UniversityM.A. Northeastern University

Lozano, Rene (2008)Instructor, CounselorB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. San Diego State University

Lugo, Albert (1988)Professor, Administration of JusticeB.S., B.A., M.S. California State University,Long BeachPh.D. Claremont Graduate University

Lugo, Edward (1997)Lecturer, Computer Aided Design/DraftingA.A. Los Angeles Southwest College

Lyons, Mary (2003)Lecturer, Nutrition and FoodsA.A. Rock Valley CollegeB.S., M.S. California State University, Long Beach

MMacPherson, Lee (2007)Instructor, Fire and Emergency TechnologyA.S. El Camino College

Madden, Janet (1986)Professor, EnglishB.A. California State University, ChicoM.A. Arizona State UniversityB.A., M.A., Ph.D. National University of Ireland

Maki, Patricia (1986)Lecturer, MusicB.F.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.M. University of Southern California

Maler, Norbert E. (1988)Professor, BusinessB.A. California State University, FullertonM.B.A. California State University, Long Beach

Malone, Annie (1998)Lecturer, ArtB.A. University of California, IrvineM.F.A. University of Southern California

Mangan, Michael (2010)Lecturer, EnglishB.A., M.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

Mannen, Angela (1999)Associate Professor, AnthropologyB.A., M.A. California State University, Fullerton

Marcoux, Peter M. (2000)Professor, EnglishB.S. Keene State CollegeM.A. Trinity College

Margrave, Clint (2004)Lecturer, EnglishB.A., M.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

Marron, Susan (1999)Associate Professor,Sign Language/Interpreter TrainingB.A. Ottawa UniversityM.A. University of Kansas

Marston, Douglas (1984)Professor, Electronics and ComputerHardware TechnologyIndustry experience

Martin, Margot (1996)Lecturer, MusicB.A., M.A. San Jose State UniversityPh.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Martinez, Arturo (2004)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.S. University of Southern CaliforniaM.S. California State University, Los Angeles

Martinez, Edward (1984)Professor, LibrarianB.A. Stanford UniversityM.L.S. University of California, Berkeley

Martinez, J. Juan (2002)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A., B.S. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.S. University of California, Irvine

Martinez, Maria Teresa (2008)Instructor, NursingB.S.N. University of Santo TomasM.S.N. University of Phoenix

Martinez, Richard (1998)Lecturer, Fire and Emergency TechnologyA.S. El Camino College

Martinez, Steve (1998)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. Regis CollegeM.S. Marquette University

Maschler, Katherine S. (1990)Lecturer, Office AdministrationA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S., M.B.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Mascolo, Richard (1989)Professor, PsychologyB.A. University of California, San DiegoM.A., Ph.D. University of New Mexico

Mays, Kenneth S. (2001)Associate Professor,Fire and Emergency TechnologyA.A. Los Angeles Valley CollegeB.A. California State University, Los Angeles

McCallum, Victoria (1998)Professor, ReadingB.S. University of OregonM.F.A. University of OregonGraduate Certificate, San Francisco State University

McGinley, Patricia M. (2004)Associate Professor, NursingB.S.N. University of IllinoisM.S.N. California State University, Long Beach

McLaughlin, Kate (2009)Instructor, Journalism, EnglishB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. Northern Arizona University

McLeod, Robert S. (1976)Professor, ChemistryB.A. University of California, IrvinePh.D. University of California, Santa Barbara

McMahon, Jeffrey (1996)Professor, EnglishB.A., M.S. California State University, Hayward

McMillin, Russell (2002)Associate Professor, ArtB.A. Sonoma State UniversityM.A., M.F.A. California State University, Northridge

Medigovich, Lori (1989)Professor, JournalismA.A. Phoenix Community CollegeB.S. Arizona State UniversityM.A. University of Southern California

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Meiers, Susanna (1986)Lecturer, ArtB.A. Immaculate Heart CollegeM.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Mekaru, Roy (1992)Professor, Respiratory CareA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S., M.H.A. Chapman University

Mello, Christopher (2009)Instructor, MusicB.M. University of MassachusettsM.M. University of North TexasD.M.A. University of Southern California

Men, Noreth (2007)Instructor, LibrarianB.S. California State University, FullertonM.L.I.S. San Jose State University

Mercant, Jon (1987)Lecturer, LawB.A. University of California, BerkeleyJ.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Meyer, Trudy A. (2000)Professor, MathematicsB.S. University of ToledoM.A. State University of New York, Albany

Meyers, Robroy (1997)Lecturer, HistoryB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Miao, Wendy (1999)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A. Providence College, TaiwanM.A. Truman University

Micallef, Andrea (2005)Associate Professor, ArtB.A., M.F.A. Michigan State University

Miller, David (2001)Professor, Computer Information SystemsB.S., M.A. Ball State University

Miller, Michael (1997)Lecturer, ArtB.S. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityM.F.A. University of Southern CaliforniaM.S. University of Kentucky

Miller, Timothy D. (1977)Professor, AccountingA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S., M.B.A. California State University, Long BeachM.A. Biola UniversityM.A. Talbot School of TheologyEd.D. Pepperdine University

Millsap, Ruby (1992)Lecturer, DanceB.A., M.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Minasian, Ashod (2009)Instructor, MathematicsB.S. University of California, IrvineM.S. California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Mintz, Stan (1991)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.A. California State University, NorthridgeM.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.P.E. California State University, Long Beach

Miranda, Gloria E. (1993)Dean, Division of Behavioral andSocial Sciences,Professor, HistoryA.A. Compton CollegeB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsPh.D. University of Southern California

Miranda, Margaret L. (1998)Professor, CounselorB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.S. California State University, Northridge

Mochidome, Debra (1989)Associate Professor,English as a Second Language,EnglishA.B. Occidental CollegeM.A., TESL CertificateCalifornia State University, Long Beach

Moen, Michelle (2008)Instructor, Child DevelopmentB.A. University of Minnesota, MorrisM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Montgomery, Jennifer (2000)Associate Professor, Child DevelopmentB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Moon, Mary K. (1994)Professor, NursingB.S.N. Korea UniversityM.N. Seoul National UniversityM.S.N. University of California, Los AngelesPost Master F.N.P. - California State University,Dominguez Hills

Moore, E. Elaine (1981)Professor, CounselorB.A. Howard UniversityM.S.Ed. University of Southern California

Moraga, Pete (1999)Lecturer, Computer Aided Design/DraftingA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Long BeachIndustry experience

Morales, Eduardo (2005)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.S. Loyola Marymount UniversityM.S. California State University, Long Beach

Morgan, Kathy A. (1992)Professor, NursingB.S.N. Kent State UniversityM.N. University of California, Los Angeles

Mori, Irene S. (1985)Professor, ArtB.A. San Diego State University M.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

Morimoto, Takiko (1990)Professor, JapaneseB.A. Tokyo University of EducationM.A., Ed.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Mosqueda, Cynthia (2001)Professor, CounselorB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Munoz, Eduardo E. (2005)Associate Professor, Political ScienceB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.A. University of California, Santa Barbara

Muraoka, Jerry (1977)Lecturer, LawB.A. California State University, Long BeachJ.D. Loyola University, Los Angeles School of Law

Muto, Vicki (2000)Lecturer, MusicB.A. San Francisco State UniversityM.M. State University of New YorkD.M.A. University of Southern California

NNachef, Joanna M. (1989)Professor, MusicB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.M., D.M.A. University of Southern California

Nagano, Daryle (2002)Lecturer, Communication StudiesB.A., M.A. California State University, Fullerton

Nakano, Helen (1998)Lecturer, Physical EducationSubject Experience

Nasouf, Kareema (2000)Lecturer, English, English as a Second LanguageB.A., M.A. California State Polytechnic University,Pomona

Nemie, Vivian (2005)Associate Professor, CosmetologyA.A. Los Angeles Harbor CollegeB.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Neumann, Craig H. (1979)Lecturer, Fire and Emergency TechnologyA.A. El Camino CollegeA.S. Los Angeles Harbor CollegeB.V.E. California State University, Long Beach

Newbury, Inna M. (1996)Associate Professor, ReadingB.A. Point Loma UniversityM.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Ngo, Binh (1987)Lecturer, ArtB.A. University of California, Santa CruzM.F.A. Washington University

Ngo, Hai (2003)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S., M.S. California State University, Northridge

Nickolin, Nick E. (1987)Lecturer, Automotive TechnologyIndustry experience

Nieto, Dee Marie (1986)Lecturer, TheatreB.A. Immaculate Heart CollegeM.F.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Nishime, Jeanie (2007)Vice President, Student and Community AdvancementB.A. Point Loma CollegeM.S. California State University, Long BeachEd.D. Pepperdine University

Nosworthy, Hedley (1986)Professor, MusicB.M. Wheaton CollegeM.M. University of Southern California

Faculty


Noyes, T. James (2002)Professor, OceanographyB.S., M.S., Ph.D. University of California, San Diego

Nozaki, Susan (1987)Lecturer, English as a Second LanguageB.A. Northeastern Illinois UniversityM.S. University of California, Dominguez Hills

Numrich, Kristine K. (2000)Professor, MathematicsM.S. Miami University of OhioB.S. Western Illinois University

OOates, Michael (1988)Lecturer, Communication StudiesB.A. Sterling CollegeM.A. California State University, Long Beach

O’Brien, Kevin (2000)Professor, Film/VideoB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.F.A. University of Southern California

O’Brien, Nancy (1978)Lecturer, MusicB.A., M.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Oda-Omori, Susan (1989)Professor, CounselorB.A., M.S. California State University, Long Beach

Ogi, Mary (1973)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.A., MA. University of California, Los Angeles

Olaivar, Ellen L. (1996)Lecturer, NursingB.S.N. University of HawaiiM.S.N., F.N.P. California State University, Long Beach

O’Leary, Alice C. (1986)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A. University of California, BerkeleyM.S. Loyola Marymount University

Olmsted, Robert (1990)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Orton, Victoria M. (2004)Professor, NursingA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S.N. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.S.N., Ed.D. University of Southern California

Otero, Rodolfo (2005)Associate Professor, AnthropologyB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. University of California, Riverside

Ouwerkerk, Yasna (2005)Associate Professor, NursingB.S.N. Mount St. Mary’s CollegeM.S.N. California State University, Long Beach

PPadilla, Jessica (2003)Associate Professor, AnatomyB.A., M.A. Occidental College

Pajo, Cristina (2004)Associate Professor, CounselorB.S. University of California, IrvineM.S. California State University, Long Beach

Palmer, Leon (1978)Lecturer, AstronomyB.A. University of California, Los AngelesPh.D. Ohio State University

Palos, Teresa (2004)Professor, BiologyB.S., M.P.H., Ph.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Pandolfi, Roberto B. (1986)Lecturer, Computer Aided Design/DraftingIndustry experienceB.S. California State University, Los AngelesM.S. University of Southern California

Patel, Dipte (2007)Director, Special Resource CenterB.A., M.A. University of South Florida

Patterson, Deborah (1998)Lecturer, ArtB.F.A. California State University, Fullerton

Pattison, LeValley (2001)Associate Professor, Physical EducationA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.S. National University, Los Angeles

Parks, Claudette (1997)Professor, ReadingB.S., M.Ed. University of Massachusetts

Peppard, Bruce (1999)Professor, EnglishB. A. University of MassachusettsM.A. University of New Hampshire

Pereyra, Bonita (1988)Lecturer, English as a Second LanguageB.A., TESL Certificate, M.A. University of California,Los Angeles

Perez, Barbara (1983)Vice President, Acdemic Affairs and Student ServicesProfessor, ChemistryB.S., M.S. San Diego State University

Perinetti, Dale (1991)Professor, MathematicsB.S. Carnegie Mellon UniversityM.S. Ohio State University

Petersen, Fred L. (1985)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.S. Midland CollegeM.S. University of Nebraska

Pham, Vi T. (2008)Instructor, Law, Paralegal StudiesB.A. California State University, FullertonJ.D. Southwestern University School of Law

Phung, Quyen (2003)Lecturer, MathematicsA.A., A.S. Pasadena City CollegeB.S., M.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Potter, Soshanna (2009)Instructor, ChemistryB.A. Occidental CollegePh.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Prieto, Susana (1991)Professor, PhysicsB.S. Universidad Nacional de MexicoM.S. University of Southern California

Puglisi, Robert (1999)Lecturer, English as a Second LanguageB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

QQuinn, Michael (1992)Lecturer, PhotographyA.A. Santa Ana CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Fullerton

Quinones-Perez, Margaret (1986)Professor, CounselorA.A. Santa Monica City CollegeB.S. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.S.Ed. University of Southern CaliforniaEd. D. University of California, Los Angeles

RRader, Emily (1999)Professor, HistoryB.A. New School of CaliforniaM.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsPh.D. University of Southern California

Rahnavard, Mohammad H. (2000)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S., M.S. Shiraz UniversityM.S., Ph.D. University of Southern California

Ramirez, Loretta (2000)Lecturer, EnglishB.A. Stanford UniversityM.A. Loyola Marymount University

Rang, Francis B. (1984)Professor, SpanishB.A. Creighton UniversityM.A., Ph.D. University of Southern California

Rapp, Virginia L. (2000)Dean, Division of BusinessA.A. El Camino CollegeJ.D. Whittier College M.B.T. University of Southern California

Raufman, Lisa (1997)Professor, CounselorA.B. University of California, Los AngelesM.S. California State University, Los AngelesEd.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Rayford, Valencia (2005)Associate Professor, CounselorB.A., M.S. California State University, Northridge

Reeve, Marion (2001)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Ricard, Natalie (1995)Lecturer, ReadingB.S., M.Ed. Southern University

Richardson, Daniel D. (1979)Professor, ArchitectureA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Rigby, Jeffrey (1994)Lecturer, AnthropologyB.A., M.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Riggs, Tina M. (1984)Lecturer, ArtB.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraM.A. California State University, Los Angeles

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Roberts, Lois (1989)Lecturer, MusicB.M., M.M. The Julliard School of Music

Robertson, Gary L. (1980)Lecturer, Communication StudiesB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Robles, Vincent L. (1990)Professor, LibrarianB.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.A. University of Denver

Rock, Eugene (1981)Lecturer, CosmetologyIndustry experience

Rodriguez, Bernardo (1996)Lecturer, Automotive Collision Repair/PaintingA.A. El Camino CollegeIndustry experience

Rodriguez, Stephanie (1996)Dean, Division of Industry and TechnologyB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsEd.D. Pepperdine University

Rojo, Rey T. (1990)Lecturer, Fire and Emergency TechnologyA.A. Mount San Antonio CollegeB.A. University of Southern California, Los Angeles

Roman, Danielle (1999)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.S. University of ColoradoM.S. California State University, Long Beach

Romero, Kathryn (1988)Professor, CounselorB.S. California State University, FullertonM.S. University of La Verne

Rosales, Kathleen M. (2008)Instructor, NursingB.S.N. University of Phoenix M.S.N. Mount St. Mary’s College

Rosario, Krysti (2010)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.A. San Francisco State UniversitySubject Experience

Rowan, Darilyn (1989)Professor, PhotographyB.A., M.Ed. Arizona State University

Ruggirello, John S. (2000)Professor, Electronics andComputer Hardware TechnologyA.A. El Camino CollegeIndustry experience

Runkle, Kim D. (2003)Lecturer, EnglishB.S. Northern Arizona UniversityM.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsJ.D. University of Arizona

Russo, Sam (1989)Lecturer, PhilosophyA.A. Mt. San Antonio CollegeB.A. Pitzer CollegeM.A. University of Southern California

SSaakian, Lernik (1997)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. Armenian State UniversityM.A. University of Northern Colorado

Sabio, Sabra (2005)Associate Professor, CounselorA.S. El Camino CollegeB.S. Chaminade University of HonoluluM.S. California Lutheran University

Sampson, Allen (1989)Professor, MathematicsB.A. University of FloridaM.A. Northwestern UniversityM.S. California State University, HaywardD.M.A. Stanford University

Sanchez, Ruth (1995)Lecturer, EnglishB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Sanchez, Victoria (1984)Lecturer, PhotographyA.S. Long Beach City College

Santelman, Pamela (2005)Associate Professor, DanceB.A., M.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Saweris, Nashat (1999)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. Assiut UniversityM.S. Alexandria UniversityM.S., Ph.D. Purdue University

Scarlata, Ronald A. (1979)Professor, TheatreA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A., M.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Scharlin, Lester A. (1972)Professor, BiologyB.S. California State University, Long BeachM.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Schlick, David (1996)Lecturer, SpanishB.A. State University New York at FredoniaM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Schlueter, Rory (1987)Lecturer, Computer Information SystemsB.S. University of Southern CaliforniaM.S. National University

Schuetze, Linda B. (2001)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeIndustry experience

Schulte, Francis J. (1998)Lecturer, PhilosophyA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Schulz, Patrick (2007)Instructor, MusicB.A. University of Wisconsin - MadisonM.A. University of NebraskaD.M.A. Arizona State University

Schwartz, Stephanie (2000)Professor, ReadingB.A., M.Ed. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Scott, Gregory L. (1989)Professor, Computer Science, MathematicsB.S., M.S. Washington University of St. Louis

Seaton, Sharyn (2000)Lecturer, HistoryB.A., M.S. California State University, Fullerton

Seifert, Franz (1970)Lecturer, Machine Tool TechnologyA.A. Cerritos CollegeA.S. Los Angeles Trade Technical CollegeB.V.E. California State University, Long BeachIndustry experience

Selph, Jack J. (2000)Associate Professor, Construction TechnologyA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A. California State University, Long Beach

Semenoff, Michael (1996)Lecturer, MathematicsB.F.A. California College of ArtsB.A. San Francisco State UniversityM.S. California State University, Northridge

Serr, Russell (1996)Associate Professor, Adapted Physical EducationB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Seyedin, Aban (1987)Professor, MathematicsB.S., M.S. Utah State University

Seyedin, Massood (1986)Professor, MathematicsB.S. University of WisconsinM.S. University of South DakotaPh.D. Virginia Polytechnic Institute

Shadish, Elizabeth (1989)Professor, PhilosophyB.A. University of Santa ClaraM.Ed. College of Notre DamePh.D. Purdue University

Shainian, Laura (2008)Instructor, NursingB.S.N. University of West FloridaM.S.N. University of South Alabama

Shamash, Ellis (2000)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S., M.S., Ph.D. University of California, Los AngelesM.S. California State University, Northridge

Shan, David X. (1991)Professor, Japanese, ChineseB.A. Fudan UniversityM.A. Osaka UniversityM.A. Washington University in St. Louis

Shankweiler, Jean (1988)Dean, Natural SciencesProfessor, ChemistryB.S. College of Mount St. JosephPh.D. New Mexico State University

Shannon, Dale (1992)Lecturer, English as a Second LanguageB.A. Southern Methodist UniversityM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Sharifi, Amir (1998)Lecturer, English as a Second LanguageB.A. Alameh Tabatabai University ComplexM.A., TESL Certificate California State University,Long Beach

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Sharma, Kiran (1993)Lecturer, NursingA.A. Los Angeles Trade Technical CollegeB.S.N. California State University, Long BeachM.S.N., F.N.P. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Sharp, Adrienne (1991)Professor, EnglishB.A. University of California, San DiegoM.A. Johns Hopkins UniversityM.A. University of Southern California

Shaw, Steve (1991)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.A. California State University, FullertonM.S. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Sheil, Sean (1997)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.A. California State University, StanislausM.S. California State Polytechnic University,San Luis Obispo

Sherman, Lloyd (1988)Lecturer, MusicB.M., M.M. University of Rhode IslandD.M.A. University of Southern California

Sheynshteyn, Arkadiy (2009)Instructor, MathematicsB.A. Ivanovo State University, IvanovoPh.D. Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow

Shibao, Robert (1996)Professor, ChemistryB.S. University of California, Los AngelesM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Santa Barbara

Shibata, Grace (1992)Lecturer, English as a Second LanguageB.A., M.A., TESL Certificate University of California,Los Angeles

Sibner, Richard (1998)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A., M.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.S. University of Southern California

Siddiqui, Junaid (2002)Associate Professor,Computer Information SystemsB.S. California State University, NorthridgeM.S. California State University, Fullerton

Silverman, Cynthia (2000)Professor, ReadingB.A. University of California, IrvineM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Simon, Angela (1996)Professor, PsychologyB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.A., Ph.D. University of California, Davis

Simon, Jenny (2004)Professor,English as a Second LanguageB.A., M.A. University of California, Santa CruzEd.D. University of Southern California

Simons, Diane (2000)Lecturer, MusicB.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Sims, Jacquelyn (2004)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.S., M.B.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.S. Howard University

Sinopoli, Louis M. (1979)Professor, Respiratory CareA.A.S. State University of New YorkB.S. Empire State CollegeM. Ed., Ed.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Skipper, John D. (1989)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Slocum, Richard (2000)Lecturer, PhysicsB.S., Ph.D. Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Smith, Gary (2001)Lecturer, English as a Second Language,ReadingB.S., M.A. Southern Illinois University

Smith, Michael W. (1998)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeA.A. Los Angeles Pierce CollegeB.A. California State University, NorthridgeM.A. Trinity CollegeIndustry experience

Smith, Regina R. (2000)Dean, Counseling and Student ServicesA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A., M.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraM.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsEd.D. University of Southern California

Soden, Juli (2007)Instructor, Human DevelopmentB.A. Fort Hays State UniversityM.A. Baker UniversityM.A California State University, Dominguez HillsEd.D. University of Southern California

Somin, Cynthia F. (1987)Professor, EnglishA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Sotolongo, Carmen R. (1988)Professor, SpanishB.A. University of California, San DiegoM.A. San Diego State University

Stallings, Michael L. (1981)Professor, ArchitectureA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S. University of Southern California

Stanbury, Corey (1988)Professor, Physical EducationB.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraM.Ed. Azusa Pacific University

Ste. Marie, Susan (1992)Lecturer, PhotographyB.A., M.F.A. California State University, Fullerton

Steinberg, Margaret (2004)Associate Professor, Anatomy, PhysiologyB.A., M.A. California State University, Fullerton

Stephens, Kathleen (1992)Professor, NursingA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S.N. Mount St. Mary’s CollegeM.S.N. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Stevens, Christopher M. (2002)Lecturer, GermanB.A. University of OklahomaM.A. Middlebury CollegePh.D. University of Michigan

Stewart, Thomas (1983)Lecturer, ChemistryB.S., M.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Stillson, Alan (2003)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A., M.S. Queens CollegeM.B.A. University of New Mexico

Stockwell, Harry M. (1990)Professor, Automotive TechnologyA.S. Rancho Santiago CollegeIndustry experience

Stohrer, Susan (1996)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.A. Furman UniversityM.S. Ithaca College

Storms, Harrison (2001)Professor, ArtB.F.A., M.F.A. Otis Art Institute

Story, Howard G. (1983)Professor, Film/Video,Faculty Coordinator - Distance Education & Media ServicesB.A. Pacific UniversityM.A. Cornell University

Striepe, Claudia (1998)Associate Professor, LibrarianB.A. University of Natal, DurbanH.D.L.S., H.D.E. Unisia

Stupy, Michael W. (1994)Associate Professor, MicrobiologyB.S., M.S. California State University, Long Beach

Suarez, Jason (2001)Instructor, HistoryB.A., M.A. University of California, Santa Barbara

Suekawa, Lori (2005)Associate Professor, Faculty Coordinator -Articulation OfficerB.A., M.S. California State University, Long Beach

Swade, Rosemary (1992)Professor, Communication StudiesA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Swendson, Paul D. (2001)Lecturer, HistoryB.S. California State Polytechnic University,San Luis ObispoM.A. California State University, Long Beach

TTadele, Gizaw (2000)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S., M.S. Addis Ababa University

Takamine, Eric (2000)Lecturer, English, ReadingB.A. California State University, NorthridgeB.A., M.A. - TESOL Azusa Pacific University

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Takemori, Kanzo (1996)Lecturer, JapaneseM.A. California State University, FresnoM.A. University of Southern California

Taylor, Ralph (2002)Associate Professor, Mathematics,Computer ScienceB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Taylor, Susan (1992)Professor, MathematicsB.A. California State University, HumboldtM.A. University of California, Santa Barbara

Tellier, Bruce (1990)Lecturer, MusicB.A. Berklee College of MusicM.M.Ed. University of Southern California

Teter, F. Dane (1993)Professor, MusicB.A., M.A. California State University, ChicoD.M.A. University of Southern California

Thomas, Mark (1981)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.A. Ambassador College

Thompson, Darrell E. (2005)Associate Professor, EnglishA.A. El Camino CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Thompson, Douglas M. (1994)Lecturer, LibrarianB.A., M.L.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Thompson, Jacquelyn (1999)Professor,Computer Information SystemsA.S. El Camino CollegeB.S, M.B.A. California State University, Long Beach

Thompson, Mercedes A. (1984)Professor, SpanishB.A. Douglass College, Rutgers UniversityM.S. Pepperdine UniversityM.A., Ph.D. University of Colorado

Thornton, Shantel (2008)Instructor, PsychologyB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Thureson, Joan I. (1971)Professor, PhilosophyA.A. Long Beach City CollegeB.A. California State University, Long BeachM.A. University of California, RiversideJ.D. Southwestern University

Tino-Sandoval, Cindy (2001)Lecturer, EnglishA.A. Marymount CollegeB.A. Mount St. Mary’s CollegeM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Tontcheva, Ana (2007)Instructor, ChemistryB.S. Michigan Technological UniversityPh.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Trench, Simon (1996)Professor, Anatomy, Physiology, BiologyB.Sc.Hon. University of Toronto, ScarboroughB.Ed. University of Toronto, St. GeorgeM.D. Universidad Technologica de Santiago

Trepasso, Sandra (1987)Lecturer, ArtB.A. Michigan StateM.A. Case Western ReserveM.F.A. Arizona State University

Trevis, Michael (2008)Chief of Police, Director of Public ServicesInstructional ProgramsProfessor, Administration of JusticeB.S., M.S. University of La Verne

Trites, Matthew (1991)Lecturer, Radiologic TechnologyA.A. El Camino College

Tummers, Susan A.M. (2000)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.S. Loyola Marymount UniversityM.S. California State University, Northridge

UUeda, Dale T. (1999)Lecturer, Air Conditioning and RefrigerationB.S. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Uyemura, Evelyn (2001)Associate Professor,English as a Second LanguageB.A. Merrimack CollegeM.A. Auburn UniversityM.A. Northeastern Illinois University

VVacca, Patricia (1985)Professor, Computer Information SystemsB.S. University of WisconsinM.S.T. American UniversityJ.D. Southwestern University

Vakil, David (2000)Professor, Astronomy, PhysicsB.S. University of ArizonaM.S. California Institute of Technology

Valladares, Daniel (1998)Lecturer, Computer Aided Design/DraftingIndustry experience

Van Enoo, Sharon (1984)Professor, Academic StrategiesB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Van Kanegan, Steve (1993)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.S., M.S. Western Illinois University

Vaughan, Dexter (2008)Instructor, CounselorB.S. California State University, Long BeachM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Verge, Arthur (1989)Professor, HistoryA.A. Santa Monica City CollegeB.A. University of California, Santa BarbaraM.P.A., M.A., Ph.D. University of Southern California

Vertullo, Kathy (2004)Lecturer, EnglishB.S. Iowa State UniversityM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Villaroman, Emmanuel E. (2002)Lecturer, Electronics and ComputerHardware TechnologyB.S. University of Santo ThomasIndustry experience

WWagner, Helene (2010)Lecturer, SpeechB.A. Moorhead State UniversityM.A. California State University, Long Beach

Walker, Rhonda (1996)Lecturer, ReadingB.A. University of HoustonM.A. University of Southern California

Walls, Philip D. (1994)Lecturer, Air Conditioning and RefrigerationA.A. El Camino CollegeIndustry experience

Wang, Erxiang (2002)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. Fudan UniversityM.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Wang, Lijun (1998)Professor,Mathematics, Computer ScienceB.S. Liaoning UniversityM.S. Dalran Institute of TechnologyM.S. University of Southern California

Wapner, Leonard M. (1974)Professor, MathematicsB.A., M.A.T. University of California, Los Angeles

Warren, Shirley T. (2002)Lecturer, FashionA.A. Watterson CollegeB.A. Murray State UniversityM.A. California State University, Northridge Industry experience

Warren, Sue E. (1987)Lecturer, Nutrition and FoodsB.S. Michigan State University

Warren III, William E. (2004)Lecturer, Fire and Emergency TechnologyA.A. Palomar CollegeIndustry experience

Waters, Marianne C (2005)Associate Professor, AnthropologyB.A., M.A. California State University, Fullerton

Waterworth, Stephan V. (1985)Professor, EnglishB.A., M.A. University of California, Los AngelesPh.D. University of Southern California

Weaver, Carla (1998)Lecturer, GeologyLaurea, Padua UniversityM.S. California State University, Long Beach

Wells, Rex Christen (2005)Professor, Communication StudiesB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Welsh, Lauralee W. (1997)Professor, EnglishB.A. Loyola University, New OrleansM.A. University of Southern CaliforniaM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills


Faculty

Weyh, Lisa Marie (2000)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.A. University of Southern CaliforniaM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Whitaker, Carl (1996)Lecturer, Fire and Emergency TechnologyIndustry experience

White, Maria D. (2009)Instructor, NursingB.S.N. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.S.N., NP, University of California, Los Angeles

Whitney, Karen (2005)Associate Professor, ArtB.A., M.A. Brigham Young University

Widman, Lance G. (1971)Professor, Political ScienceB.A., M.P.A. University of California, BerkeleyM.A. Occidental College

Wietting, John (1988)Lecturer, EnglishB.A., M.A. Southern Illinois UniversityPh.D. University of Southern California

Williams, Rachel (2009)Instructor, EnglishB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. University of California, Santa Barbara

Winfree, Merriel (2005)Associate Professor, CosmetologyA.A. El Camino College

Winkler, David D. (2004)Lecturer, Fire and Emergency TechnologyIndustry experience

Wise, Joyce K. (2000)Lecturer, NursingB.S.N. Azusa Pacific UniversityM.S.N. University of Phoenix

Wong, Jan (2010)Lecturer, Sign Language/Interpreter TrainingA.A. Golden West CollegeB.S. California State University, Fullerton

Wong, Rich (1999)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A., M.S. California State University, Sacramento

Woo, Jung (2002)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S., M.S. Yonset UniversityPh.D. University of Arizona

Wozniak, Paul H. (1977)Professor, MathematicsB.A. Gannon CollegeM.A. University of DetroitPh.D. Ohio State University

Wu, Xiaowen (2000)Lecturer, ChineseB.A. Shanghai UniversityM.A., ESL Certificate California State University,Long Beach

Wyatt, Karen (1992)Lecturer, Physical EducationA.A. Santa Monica City CollegeB.A. University of California, RiversideM.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Wynne, Michael (1999)Professor, PsychologyB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A., M.P.A. California State University, Long BeachPh.D. University of California, Berkeley

YYamashita, Mitsura (1967)Lecturer, Administration of Justice,Physical EducationB.S. California State University, Long Beach

Yang, Christie (2000)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A. Taiwan Normal UniversityM.S. University of WaterlooM.A. University of New Brunswick

Yankey, Kofi (2002)Lecturer, EconomicsB.A., M.A. San Diego State University

Yee, David (2002)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S. California State Polytechnic University,San Luis ObispoM.A. Yale UniversityM.B.A. University of Southern California

Yoshida, Nina A. (1997)Lecturer, JapaneseB.A., M.A., C.Phil. University of California, Los Angeles

Young, Janet (1996)Professor, Child DevelopmentB.A. Antioch UniversityM.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsEd.D. California State University, Long Beach

Yun, Paul M. (1997)Professor, MathematicsB.A. University of California, BerkeleyM.A. University of California, Los AngelesEd. M. Harvard University

ZZartman, Charleen (1977)Professor, Physical EducationA.A. El Camino CollegeB.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Zeitew, Michael (1997)Lecturer, MathematicsB.S., M.A., M.S., Ph.D. University of California,Los Angeles

Zhao, Y. Joy (1996)Professor, EnglishB.A. Hebei University, ChinaM.A., Ph.D. Purdue University

Zuidervaart, Genevieve (2004)Lecturer, EnglishB.A., M.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

Zion, Kenneth R. (1982)Professor, Automotive Collision Repair/Painting,Environmental Technology,Industry ExperienceA.S. Citrus CollegeB.A., B.S., M.A. California State University, Long BeachEd.D. University of La VerneHazardous Materials Management Certificate -University of California, DavisTraffic Accident Reconstruction Certificate - University of California, Riverside

Zucker, Alfred J. (1984)Lecturer, EnglishA.A. Los Angeles Valley CollegeA.B., M.A., Ed.D. University of California, Los AngelesM.A., M.A. California State University, Long BeachM.A. California State University, Los AngelesPh.D. University of Southern California

Professor EmeritusThe Academic Senate, in consultation withthe Vice President - Academic Affairs, willgrant Professor Emeritus status after retire-ment to tenured faculty members in goodstanding.

Adams, Rhea R., 1972-1992, NursingAdarkar, Chitra, 1988-2004, MathematicsAkins, David A., 1980-2007,Computer Science, MathematicsAlbert, Joy E., 1988-2002, Dean,Natural SciencesAlvidrez, Richard E., 1982-2003, ElectronicsAmling, Joy A., 1985-2010, BusinessAnagnostis, Mary, 1956-1983, PhilosophyAnnis, Beverly H., 1969-1981, EnglishAntonioli, James, 1958-1985, EnglishAoto, Shirley, 1980-2002, AccountingArnold, Charles, 1964-1985, EnglishAtherton, Elizabeth L., 1971-2003, ArtBailey, Nicki, 1969-1994, Physical EducationBaldwin, E. Joan, 1958-1996, GeologyBanda-Ralph, Ruth, 2001-2009, CounselingBarger, Bill, 1969-1990, PhilosophyBarth, Melinda, 1978-2008, EnglishBeamon, Seolia F., 1967-1992, NursingBeatty, Bruce, 1975-1997, EconomicsBeaumel, Ellen, 1963-1993, Physical EducationBilici, Lutchminia, 1990-2009,Computer Information SystemsBelcher, Frank, 1956-1986, FrenchBeverly, Cheryl L., 1985-2007, CounselingBloch, Joseph, 1959-1988, EnglishBluske, Charles, 1952-1983, ArtBollinger, Allen E., 1986-2007, MathematicsBonanno, Joseph, 1972-2003, TheatreBoxer, Irwin, 1953-1984, MathematicsBoyd, Lauralee, 1963-1986, NursingBrady, David K., 1952-1979, EnglishBrady, Eva, 1947-1984, SpanishBramstedt, Wayne, 1965-1996, AnthropologyBrody, Beatrice L., 1974-2004, CounselingBrothen, Gerald C., 1974-2010, GeographyBrown, Bruce, 1963-1997, EnglishBrown, Carolyn B., 1975-2006, MusicBrown, Eleanor, 1967-1977, NursingBrown, Gerald W., 1948-1978, SociologyBrown, Lloyd, 1957-1975, HistoryBrown , Lorene F., 1973-1999, EnglishBrown, Robert H., 1963-1992, Natural SciencesBuck, Stanley, 1956-1985, ElectronicsCampiglia, Jeannette, 1953-1983, SpanishCarney, John P., 1959-1982, Political ScienceCarr, John A., 1981-2007,Computer Aided Design/DraftingCash, Deanna G., 1969-1996, NursingCastagno, Joseph, 1962-1985, French/SpanishChristian, Leo, 1952-1980, Dean, AdmissionsClarke, Jack, 1978-1993, ElectronicsCoad, Raylene, 1974-1987, Chemistry


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Codey, Robert , 1965-1998, ArchitectureCombs, Jolene S., 1983-2008, JournalismConrey, Kathleen, 1976-2001, BiologyCooper, Willaim, 1984-2009, CounselingCoughlan, Georgiana F., 1980-2006,English as a Second LanguageCraft, Bertha, 1966-1983, Business EducationCulton, Paul M., 1990-1997, CounselingDallas, Hugo, 1950-1980, Business EducationDavidson, R.Theodore, 1971-1993,AnthropologyDavis, George, 1954-1978, Weldingde la Cruz, Rodman, 1966-1992, ArtDespain, Wallis J., 1955-1990,Drafting TechnologyDickinson, Richard, 1962-1999, PsychologyDohi, Ronald E., 1986-2006,Automotive Collision Repair/PaintingDominguez, Isbel, 1963-1976, CosmetologyDonovan, Charles, 1970-1999, French/ItalianDoyle, Marvyl, 1967-1981, EnglishDrew, C. Irvin, 1987-2010, ChemistryDuncan, Susan D., 1990-2007,Academic StrategiesDunlap, Woodward, 1950-1981, SociologyDunn, Philip, 1958-1982, ChemistryDurfey, Cline, 1965-1981, Dean,Business EducationDutro, Kenneth, 1959-1986,Construction TechnologyDzida, Joseph, 1954-1985, Dean,Industry and TechnologyElmgren, Theodore, 1959-1979, Associate Dean, Industry and TechnologyEmpringham, Antoinette F., 1974-1995,EnglishEssick, William D., 1949-1982,Physical EducationFasteau, Steven, 1972-2004, Dean,Enrollment ServicesFerguson, Donald, 1965-1992, CounselingFillman, Arthur N., 1954-1981, MathematicsFinch, Sheila, 1980-2004, EnglishFitch, Stanley K., 1965-2003, PsychologyFitzpatrick, Bruce, 1963-1997Astronomy/GeologyFord, Waldo, 1947-1977, GeologyFordyce, Norman, 1965-1979, EnglishFox, Logan, 1963-1988, PsychologyFrenger, Virginia, 1962-1988,Medical AssistantFridley, Donald R., 1968-1991, PsychologyFry, Earl J., 1969-1996, BusinessGallucci, Linda G., 1985-2009, CounselingGarlock, Jerry, 1968-1986, Dean, ResearchGassett, Linda, 1992-2003, CounselingGeorges, Joseph, 1964-2005,Political ScienceGermain, Stan, 1970-1985, CounselingGladson, Carson L., 1973-2007, ArtGlass, Burton S., 1968-1997, GeologyGlomb, William, 1959-1985, ElectronicsGoldman, Haskell E., 1955-1988,MathematicsGong, Jimmie A., 1975-1993, CosmetologyGonzalez, Shirley M., 1965-1999, NursingGood, Wallace E., 1972-1988, Dean,BusinessGrantham, Harold, 1971-1997,Political Science/History

Greenleaf, Al, 1956-1988, Physical EducationGregory, Daniel, 1976-2004, Political ScienceGross, Diane M., 1981-2007, ReadingGualtieri, James J., 1956-1981,Business EducationHalamka, Dagmar, 1975-2009, LawHaley, Donald J., 1970-1996, HistoryHall, Olive, 1964-1985, CounselingHalpern, Gisela L., 1989-2009, BusinessHamamoto, Akiko, 1975-1993, NursingHarris, Marilyn B., 1979-2002,Office AdministrationHavrella, Raymond A., 1971-1997,Air Conditioning and RefrigerationHaydu, Donald, 1965-2002, HistoryHeitmann, Daniel, 1976-2007, BusinessHellwig, Karen, 1972-2007, NursingHemmer, William J., 1988-2005,MathematicsHershey, Betty, 1947-1977,Physical EducationHetz, Walter T., 1965-1983,Physical EducationHiigel, Lewis, 1964-1985, Dean, Fine ArtsHileman, Jack C., 1950-1982, ChemistryHilton, Wayne, 1957-1982, ElectronicsHodges, Hugh T., 1968-1996, HistoryHolley, William, 1959-1990, HistoryHoover, Marlene L., 1980-2006, LawHorn, Jack, 1976-2004, HorticultureHouston, R. Daniel, 1974-2010, EnglishHufstetler, Nancy, 1969-1990,Nutrition and FoodsHurlburt, Dolores, 1970-2003, NursingHusmann, Ann L., 1976-1998,Child DevelopmentImai, Carol K., 1977-2010, CounselingIrizarry, Arturo, 1989-2001,Dean, Student ServicesIsbell, Judith H., 1966-1997, NursingJackson, Nathaniel, 1974-1992, Dean,Applied SciencesJama, Stephen, 1963-1995, EnglishJenkins, Jean Foster, 1971-1985, ArtJohnson, Alfred M., 1963-1982, ElectronicsJolliff, Richard K., 1968-2001, SociologyJones, Edward H., 1956-1983, Dean,HumanitiesJones, Geoffrey T., 1982-2002,Computer ScienceJones, Herbert, 1949-1977, MathematicsJoslin, Don, 1958-1985, PhysicsJurk, Donald D., 1956-1992, Physical EducationKahan, Walter, 1972-2006, Electronics andComputer Hardware TechnologyKai, Fred S., 1965-1995, EnglishKalan, Leo, 1960-1983, ChemistryKalil, Carolyn, 1975-2007, CounselingKamm, Paul P., 1964 - 1994, LawKamrath, W.A., 1953-1983, JournalismKappen, William K., 1964-2001,Physical EducationKapperman, Richard J., 1968-1999,Computer Information SystemsKarpel, Geraldine, 1955-1992, PhysicsKaylor, Don Henry, 1966-1983, ChemistryKennedy, Myron L., 1959-1988, HistoryKessler, Bettylu, 1974-1992, Food Services Kettner, Eugene J., 1965-1992, English

Kinnan, Jerry L., 1970-2000,Machine Tool TechnologyKludt, Carl B., 1970-1982, SupervisionKnypstra, Phillip B., 1973-2000, AccountingKobashi, Robert I., 1970-2010, ArtKokaska, Sharen, 1988-2005,Educational DevelopmentLaCoe, Amy, 2000-2007, CounselingLambert, Clyde, 1965-1988, BiologyLandreaux, Paul, 1979-2007,Physical EducationLange, Harold M., 1968-1984, CounselingLenham, Jeffrey, 1976-2010,Educational DevelopmentLeon, Linda, 1973-2005, NursingLevine, Abraham, 1972-1999, SociologyLewis, Jessie, 1956-1976, CosmetologyLilienthal, Nathan, 1966-1995, SpeechLittles, Betty, 1981-2009, Reading, EnglishLockhart, Charles P., 1969-1995, BiologyLong, Robert W., 1956-1982, ChemistryLovell, Raymond R., 1977-2008,Educational DevelopmentMacaray, Lawrence R., 1962-1967, ArtMack, James E., 1964-1998, MusicMaier, Robert O., 1955-1991, MathematicsMajor, Frank R., 1954-1977, ZoologyManahan, Nancy, 1960-1983,Physical EducationManly, Myrna F., 1992-2001, MathematicsMarshall, Marie Y.S., 1974-1994, PsychologyMartinelli, John T., 1973-2007, BusinessMays, Louis, 1955-1985, SpanishMazak, Ruth J., 1947-1980, CounselingMcCoard, Fern, 1959-1979, BusinessMcCrary III, Edward R., 1976-2006,PsychologyMerzlak, Florence, 1951-1977, GermanMeza, Timothy, 1984-2010,Construction TechnologyMiles, Melvin C., 1971-2003, EnglishMiller, Maureen, 1975-2001, English/ReadingMills, John M., 1951-1979, EconomicsMills, Joyce, 1988-1995, EnglishMitchell, Clyde E., 1953-1979, MathematicsMontgomery, Stephen E., 1969-2000,EnglishMooney, William T., 1950-1988, ChemistryMoore, Melvin W., 1988-2004, ChemistryMoran-Wisdom, Olga C., 1979-2004,FashionMoxley, Marion T., 1963-1999,Political ScienceMracek, Jan, 1963-1981,Technical IllustrationMuck, Steven, 1964-1997, CounselingMyers, Robert, 1966-1994,Physical EducationNelson, June Lusk, 1956-2007, MusicNelson, Thomas E., 1999-2008, Physical EducationNiemczycki, Stanley, 1970-2004,Computer Information SystemsNothern, Stephen G., 2000-2007,Fire and Emergency TechnologyO’Brien, Katherine, 1966-1990, EnglishOliver, Richard L., 1955-1982, ArtOrtell, Edward D., 1970-1991, AstronomyOsborne, Arnold, 1987-1999, ElectronicsOwens, Thomas, 1966-2000, Music


Oyama, Jane Y. 1971-2009, BiologyPage, Charles M., 1961-2004, BiologyPalmer, Albert, 1958-1985, ArchitecturePatterson, David S., 1971-2004, ArtPelsinger, Myron, 1957-1987, HistoryPerry, William E., 1965-1999, GermanPesusich, Doreen J., 1965-1997,Physical EducationPeterson, Warren, 1947-1987, MathematicsPfiffner, Virginia, 1952-1984, Dean,Behavioral and Social SciencesPhillips, Antoinette, 1981-2007,Child DevelopmentPielke, Robert G., 1990-2007, PhilosophyPierce, David A., 1970-2004,Astronomy/PhysicsPoe, Robert, 1955-1982, Associate Dean, AdmissionsPower, Sumner, 1952-1975, ElectronicsPrather, Robert W., 1967-1990,Air Conditioning and RefrigerationQuadhammer, Roger, 1971-2003, Dean,Fine ArtsRiggs, Shirley G., 1973-1990, LibrarianRhodes, Mary Ann, 1971-1979,CosmetologyRoberts, Joanne L., 1965-1983, PsychologyRobles, Marisa, 1953-1979, Power SewingRodarm, Katherine, 1961-1980,Physical EducationRodriguez, George, 1981-2009, WeldingRoney, Raymond, 1984-2001, Dean,Instructional ServicesRood, Hugh L., 1957-1978, BiologyRozolis, James, 1966-2004, BiologySavage, Nancy, 1966-1990, EnglishScarlett, Norman H., 1949-1981,Behavioral ScienceScarpitta, Yvonne, 1966-1985, ArtSchauerman, Sam, 1965-1995, PresidentSchenk, Joyce, 1986-2005, EnglishSchindler, Ambrose, 1947-1983,Physical EducationSchmitt, Timothy E., 1976-1997,Computer Aided Design/DraftingSchwartz, James F., 1975-2005,Dean, Health Sciences and Athletics

Seares, Suzanne, 1966-2001,Physical EducationSeitz, Philip, 1957-1985, BusinessSemeraro, Mary, 1966-1993,Physical EducationShackelford, Augustus, 1976-2002,EconomicsShannon, David W., 1979-2005,Physical EducationShaw, Lester, 1966-1985, BusinessShepard, Paul B., 1961-1997, PhilosophySilengo, John, 1970-1985, PhotographySkinner, Virginia, 1954-1985, MathematicsSmith, Anne, 1958-1985, PsychologySmith, Catherine, 1960-1976, ChemistrySmith, John D., 1976-1993, SpanishSouthstone, Raymond, 1958-1985,Physical EducationSpearman, Terry, 1990-2006Academic Strategies, Human DevelopmentSpyr, E. Jean, 1968-1992, NursingStanich, George, 1955-1992,Physical EducationStauber, Kriss, 1981-2010,Office AdministrationSteffey, Lois, 1951-1984, BusinessStephens, Robert C., 1956-1995, ZoologyStewart, Julia A., 1991-2007, ChemistryStinson, Janet C., 1968-2003, Interior DesignStorer, Thomas W., 1970-2010, Physical EducationStrauch, Ann, 1985-2005,English as a Second LanguageStrehlke, Sally F., 1980-2006,Business, Office AdministrationSutch, Patricia J., 1965-2003,English/ReadingSuzuki, Willie, 1960-2000, ArtSwanson, Herbert, 1961-1979,Behavioral ScienceTalvera, Raymond, 1984-2001, CounselingTanaka, David, 1966-1985, BusinessThompson, Charles, 1958-1985, BusinessThompson, Gerald, 1956-1995, Anatomy Thompson, Robert, 1950-1983, EconomicsThorsen, Thomas, 1964-1999, MathematicsToddy, Homer, 1959-1983, Business

Toth, Alexander S., Jr., 1967-2001, EnglishToth, Mary, 1975-1999, Public Health NurseTownsend, V. Katherine, 1964-2007,Director of NursingTreventhen, Maxine, 1960-1985, BusinessTyo, John, 1979-2008, ReadingUnderwood, Grace K., 1975-1999,PsychologyUrsich, Joseph P., 1963 - 1990,Drafting TechnologyVander Stucken, Frances E., 1999-2005,NursingVan Lue, Nick, 1991-2009, Physical EducationVincent, William, 1962-1993,Physical EducationVisintainer, Donald J., 1974-2003,Radiologic TechnologyWatanabe, Midori K., 1967-1993, PsychologyWay, Ronald W., 1973-2007,Dean, Industry and TechnologyWeir, Deborah, 1977-2006,English as a Second LanguageWest, Phyllis, 1990-2007,English as a Second languageWestberg, David, 1986-2009, MathematicsWildenberg, Medora, 1980-2007, ArtWilliams, Grace M., 1949-1976, SpanishWilson, Charles, 1963-1979, AnatomyWilson, Stanley F., 1947-1978,Speech CommunicationWilson, Tom, 1950-1985, PhysicsWishard, Roy H., 1962-2002,Biology/Botany/ZoologyWissman, Frank, 1954-1985,Administration of JusticeWood, Ronald, 1970-2001, PsychologyWoolever, Charles, 1981-1994,Construction TechnologyWright, Frieda L., 1967-1987, NursingWrobel, Alfred J., 1956-1997, HistoryYez, Martin, 1954-1985, EngineeringYoung, A. Robert, 1977-2008, English as aSecond LanguageZareski, Susan W., 1969-2008, NursingZuck, Richard, 1976-1999, Chemistry

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El Camino CollegeCompton Community Educational Center

Serving: Carson, Compton, Lynwood,North Long Beach, Paramount, and Watts-Willowbrook

AddressCompton Community Educational Center

1111 East Artesia Boulevard, Compton, CA 90221-5393

Telephone Number310-900-1600

Websitewww.compton.edu

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History of El Camino CollegeCompton CenterThe former Compton Community College was established in

1927 as a component of the Compton Union High School District.In 1950, voters approved a bond issue separating the college fromthe high school district. The new college campus was then con-structed at the present site. At its peak, student enrollmentapproached 10,000. After many successful years, and several chal-lenging years, a chain of events eventually led to Compton Col-lege’s loss of accreditation, and the ability to offer classes andgrant degrees with units that would transfer to other colleges anduniversities.On July 24, 2006, the El Camino Community College District

Board of Trustees gave approval for El Camino College to proceedwith negotiations for an agreement to provide educational andrelated support services to residents of the Compton CommunityCollege District. In August 2006 the agreement was official, andthe El Camino College Compton Educational Center was estab-lished. The primary intent of the El Camino Community CollegeDistrict/Compton Community College District agreement is toassist with recovery and full accreditation.El Camino College provides accredited instructional and related

support, in addition to administrative services, to meet the needsof Compton students. El Camino College courses are taught at ElCamino College Compton Center by Compton faculty.Administration at Compton Center is led by the Superintend-

ent/President of El Camino College. The Vice President, ComptonCenter, oversees the daily operations at El Camino College Comp-ton Center.Through the agreement, residents of the Compton community

continue to have access to university transfer and vocational edu-cation opportunities, as well as financial aid, basic skills coursesand related support services, right in their own neighborhood.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974All education records of students who enroll at El Camino Col-

lege are kept in accordance with the provisions of the Family Edu-cational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. A student may requestaccess to his or her education record which personally identifiesthe student and may challenge the accuracy of the record or theappropriateness of its retention. Student consent is needed for therelease of records covered by the act to outside parties (for exam-ple: prospective employers) except for those agencies entitled toaccess under the provisions of the act (for example: campus offi-cials, other schools, federal educational and auditing officials, andrequests in connection with the application or receipt of financialaid). These provisions apply to records received and used afterNovember 19, 1974.Students may request a copy of a record which the student has

requested or consented to be released. The full text of the FamilyEducational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 is in the United StatesCode Annotated, Title 20, 1232g, pocket part, in the campus libraryreference room. Particular questions with respect to a student’sprerogative under the Family Educational Right and Privacy Act of1974 should be directed to the office of the Director, EnrollmentManagement.

Children in ClassroomsChildren are not permitted in classrooms while class is in ses-

sion. Attendance in class is limited to officially enrolled studentsand authorized visitors and guests only. Students shall not allowchildren to be left unattended or unsupervised anywhere on cam-pus. It is the responsibility of each faculty member to inform stu-dents of this requirement.

Spanish LanguageStudent information in Spanish is available in the Admissions

and Records Office.

AdmissionAnyone 18 years of age or older qualifies for admission to El

Camino College Compton Community Educational Center. Ifunder the age of 18, you will qualify if you have 1) graduated fromhigh school or 2) passed the California High School Certificate ofProficiency Test.

Special Part-Time or Full-Time StudentsEl Camino College Compton Center may admit as a special part-

time or special full-time student anyone in grades 11 or 12 who,in the opinion of the college president, may benefit from instruc-tion. These students will be subject to any change in regulationsfor concurrently enrolled students and all subsequent policies andprocedures as adopted by El Camino College.Residents of other states and foreign students are subject to out-

of-state tuition. AB 540 allows undocumented students who meetspecific criteria to pay in-state tuition at California public collegesand universities. AB 540 does not provide access to state or fed-eral financial aid. Students who attend private and parochialschools follow the same residence requirement. Concurrentlyenrolled 11th and 12th grade students shall receive credit for com-munity college courses which they complete. If credit is used forhigh school graduation, attention is called to Section 1630, Title 5,California Administrative Code.

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General Information . . . . . . . .Page 250Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 251Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 253Matriculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Assessment/Testing . . . . . . . . .Page 255Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 256Student Services . . . . . . . . . . .Page 258Student Development . . . . . . .Page 261Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 262Policies and Procedures . . . . . .Page 263Campus Security Act andStudent Right to Know . . . . .Page 269

Administration . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 270Faculty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 270Professor Emeritus . . . . . . . . .Page 273

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Concurrent Enrollment Application forms, which are availablein the Admissions and Records Office, must be presented whenthe student files an application for admission. A separate approvalmust be provided for each semester, summer session, or wintersession in which the student is enrolled. Concurrently enrolled11th and 12th grade students must comply with all policies, fol-low all procedures, and meet all requirements by the publisheddeadlines for each semester and/or session.

ResidencyAB 540 allows legally qualified students who meet specific cri-

teria to pay in-state tuition at California public colleges and uni-versities. AB 540 does not provide access to state or federal finan-cial aid. Students who attend private and parochial schools followthe same residence requirement.

California Residence RequirementAB 540 allows legally qualified students who meet specific cri-

teria to pay in-state tuition at California public colleges and uni-versities. AB 540 does not provide access to state or federal finan-cial aid. Students who attend private and parochial schools followthe same residence requirement.

District Residence RequirementsA student 18 years or older who resides in the Compton Com-

munity College District is classified as a district resident asdefined by the California Education Code and may enroll in anycourses for which he/she is qualified. The residence of the studentunder age 18 is determined by the legal residence of the parentsas defined by law.

Exceptions to Residence DeterminationA list of exceptions to residence determination will be issued by

the Admissions and Records Office to each student who is classi-fied as a “non-resident.” Consideration will be given to appropriate evidence submitted

by the student in the active United States military service or whois a dependent of a member of the United States military service.The student should contact the Admissions and Records Office forpossible classification as a resident.

Appeal ProcedureAny student, after a final decision on residence clarification,

may make written appeal as provided in Title 5, California Admin-istrative Code, within 30 calendar days of notification.

Enrollment FeeEl Camino College has a strong commitment to ensuring acces-

sibility to all of its programs and services to all students who arecapable of benefiting from such programs and services. A limitednumber of related services which the student uses shall be sup-ported by fees charged to students to assist defraying the costs ofproviding these services.The mandatory general student fee will be collected at the time

of registration. Students who fail to pay this required fee at thetime of registration will subsequently be dropped from classes.Grades, transcripts and diplomas will be withheld and future reg-istration restricted. The enrollment fee is $26 for each unit ofcredit (subject to change).El Camino College is part of the system of public higher educa-

tion of the State of California. The information in this section maybe subject to change as a result of new state legislation or require-ments of the California Community Colleges System Office afterthe publication date of this catalog.The enrollment fee requirement shall not apply to students

enrolled in the non-credit courses specified in Education CodeSection 84711.

A student who is on the Temporary Assistance for Needy Fam-ilies (TANF) Program, the Supplemental Security Income/StateSupplementary Program (SSI/SSP), or the General Assistance Pro-gram in the Financial Aid Office must apply for the EnrollmentFee Financial Assistance programs prior to the close of the term inthe Financial Aid Office. If any additional documentation isrequired, this must be submitted to the Financial Aid Office andcompleted prior to the close of the school term. (Board Policy5030.2.)All students interested in applying for financial aid or receiving

financial aid need to refer to the information in the financial aidand scholarship section.

Refund of Enrollment FeeTo receive a refund, students must drop their classes through

the online system, MyECC, or in person in the Admissions andRecords Office (first two weeks of a semester) or the Bursar’sOffice according to dates published in the schedule of classes andon fee receipts.To receive a refund for a parking permit, students must return

the permit to the Bursar’s Office within the time period specifiedin the class schedule. Refund checks will be mailed before the endof the semester. If a mailing address has changed, please update the change in

the Admissions and Records Office. Those who drop a class that meets fewer than 15 weeks must

apply by the end of the first full week of classes.A refund fee not to exceed $10 may be charged for enrollment

refunds.

Fee Payment Methods Personal checks drawn on United States banks only, money

orders or cash will be accepted for any fee paid. VISA, Discover,American Express, and MasterCard credit cards will be honored.Checks returned by a student’s bank for any reason will result in(1) suspension from enrollment, (2) denial of subsequent registra-tion, and (3) detention of transcript until financial obligation hasbeen satisfied. A service charge of $20 will be assessed on anyreturned check.

Health Services FeeEl Camino College Compton Center students have the option to

pay $17 each semester to cover the operation, supervision, pro-grams and services of the Student Health Services at El CaminoCollege.There are exceptions under these conditions:• Students receiving financial aid pursuant to Section 72252.1.• Low-income students who meet the Board of Governors grant

criteria (pursuant to Section 72252) as demonstrated by appropri-ate support documentation of eligibility; SSI eligibility; or GA eli-gibility; Veterans Affairs Dependent Fee Waiver Certification;Agency Certification or Income Tax form as they relate to qualify-ing income levels; or a combination of these and unmet studentneed as determined by the Financial Aid Office.Refund: Students who withdraw from all courses prior to the

close of the second week of the term will be eligible for a refundof the Health Services Fee. Forms to request a refund may beobtained at the Bursar’s Office.Compton Center students are not required to pay health fee. All

fees are subject to change.


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Non-Resident FeeIn addition to the general student fees, an out-of-state United

States citizen is charged an out-of-state fee of $183 for every cred-it unit. A citizen of another country pays a non-resident fee of$213 for every credit unit. A resident is defined as a citizen of theUnited States or a person who holds a status which allows him/herto establish residency in the United States, and can provide evi-dence of physical presence in the state of California for at leastone year prior to the residency determination date, and evidenceof intention to make California his/her permanent home. Dateson any documentary evidence should correspond to dates of phys-ical presence in California. A non-resident is a person who doesnot meet the residency requirements of the state of California orwho is a citizen of a foreign country and holds only temporary sta-tus in the United States. El Camino College maintains a list ofexceptions to the non-resident fee requirement. Such a list will beissued by the Admissions and Records Office to each student whois classified as a non-resident.Consideration is given to appropriate evidence submitted by the

student to substantiate a change in this classification. Possiblechanges could go to students in the active United States militaryservices or to those who are dependents of an active member ofthe United States military.El Camino College requires a $50 (subject to change) application

processing fee for out-of-country applicants. All fees must be paid by checks drawn on a United States bank

or by cash. Checks drawn on out-of-country banks will not behonored.

Non-Resident Tuition Fee RefundStudents will receive a full or partial refund for non-resident

tuition if they drop their classes through the online system in theAdmissions and Records Office, by telephone, or by the Webaccording to the following schedule.• During the first calendar week of the semester, 100 percent ofthe fee will be refunded.

• During the second calendar week of the semester, 75 percent ofthe fee will be refunded.

• During the third calendar week of the semester, 50 percent ofthe fee will be refunded.

• During the fourth calendar week of the semester, 25 percent ofthe fee will be refunded.Refunds for the Summer and Winter sessions and for short-term

courses of 8 weeks or less will be granted if classes are droppedaccording to the following schedule.• During the first calendar week of the term, 100 percent of thefee will be refunded.

• During the second calendar week of the term, 50 percent of thefee will be refunded.

Photo Identification Card and ASB StickersAll students are required to obtain a free El Camino College

Compton Community Educational Center identification card.These cards are available in the Student Life Office. The hoursare Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Friday,8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.These cards serve as photo identification, and are required for

Library services, campus activities, access to the LearningResource Center and Open Computer Labs, and to verify atten-dance in classes.All students are encouraged to purchase an optional ASB stick-

er for their photo identification cards during registration or at theBursar’s Office. The ASB sticker offers a variety of discounts atbusinesses, theaters, ASB sponsored events, and athletics events.El Camino College Compton Center students can also utilize ASBstickers at El Camino College. Discounts include free admissionto all campus athletic events and clothing at the bookstore. Fundsgenerated from the cards help support student activities.

Parking FeeStudents/Visitors wishing to park on campus will pay a $12 fee

for the entire semester in accordance with Education Code Section72247.Students/Visitors with disabilities who have been issued a DMV

Person (DP) placard may park in any student space or faculty/staffspace and MUST DISPLAY the DMV disabled personplacard/plates AND a valid El Camino College Compton Centersemester permit when parked on campus. Failure to display boththe disabled placard/plates and the El Camino College ComptonCenter semester permit will result in the issuance of a citation.Students parking in a marked Disabled stall need to display theirDMV placard only. Temporary medical parking arrangementscan be made at Campus Police.

Transcript of El Camino College RecordA transcript of the student’s academic record at El Camino Col-

lege will be furnished upon request by the student only, throughthe Admissions and Records Office. A delay in mailing the tran-script may result if a student has outstanding fees or fines againsthis/her record (library, laboratory, physical education locker, sup-plies or returned checks). Academic work completed at other col-leges will not be included on or with the El Camino College tran-script.

E-Mail Accounts and the PortalStudents are required to use their El Camino College assigned

e-mail account. This e-mail account is a tool used to communicatewith faculty and ECC divisions and for ECC to communicate withstudents. Student e-mail address is LoginID followed [email protected]. For example:

[email protected]

Students are also encouraged to use MyECC, El Camino Col-lege’s gateway to information about academic and financial aidrecords as well as general information about the college. Studentsmay access MyECC from the convenience of their home, from acomputer lab, or by using one of the kiosks. MyECC can beaccessed at: www.elcamino.edu; click on MyECC.

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Registration InformationRegistration Procedure

Each student is required to have an appointment to registerbefore being permitted to register. It is issued by the Admissionsand Records Office and indicates the day and hour of registration.It is available to qualified students who complete the admissionrequirements.Students must enroll on the date and time indicated or any time

thereafter in accordance with the published registration schedule.

Schedule of ClassesBefore the registration period for each semester or summer or

winter sessions, the college publishes a Schedule of Classes listingthe courses offered, general registration procedures and placementand college ability tests. Schedules may be found on the Web.

Priority RegistrationIn compliance with Section 58108 of Title 5, California Admin-

istrative Code, priority registration will be implemented as fol-lows:

I. Special registration assistance to the handicappedor disadvantaged students as defined by statutefor the purpose of providing equalization ofeducation.

II.Students will receive priority registrationaccording to this ranking system and criteria:A. General registration priority will be awarded as follows:

1. First priority: continuing students2. Second priority: new and re-admit students

B. For fall and spring semesters, the enrollment ofcontinuing students in accordance withpriority system established on the basis ofthese factors:

1.One point for each unit completed atEl Camino College plus one point for eachunit in which he/she is currently enrolled(mid-term), with a maximum of 60 points.

2.Points awarded according to the totalunits in current program after the 12thweek, as follows: 0 to 3 units equals 0points; 3.5 to 6 units equals 2 points; 6.5 to9 units equals 4 points; 9.5 points to 15units equals 6 points; and 15.5 plus unitsequals 10 points.

3.A reward of 15 points to students formaintaining their original unit load from thestart of the semester through the 12th week.

4.A reward of 10 points to students with 2.0or higher cumulative GPA.

5.Day and evening programs are used to dividethe student body into a day or extended daypriority system. One or more day classesconstitutes a day program.

III. The early enrollment of students who meet one of theseguidelines:A. Instruction program requires time off campus limitingthe choice of class periods on campus.

B. The instructional activity requires a block of time associ-ated with scheduled classes for such activities as prac-tice, meetings, counseling and off-campus travel.

C. First semester F-1 visa student.

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Fees at a Glance (All fees are subject to change)

Enrollment Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$26 per unitParking Fee - Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$12 for each semesterHealth Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$17 for each semester (optional for Compton Center students)Out-of-state Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$190 per unit plus the enrollment feeOut-of-country Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$221 per unit plus the enrollment feeF-1 Visa Student Health Insurance . . . . . .$396 per semester (subject to change)Auditing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15 per unitCredit by Examination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$26 per unitTranscripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .First two free; $5 for each thereafter; $8 for emergencyCollege Catalog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5 in Bookstore, $7 by U.S. MailASB Activity/Discount Sticker . . . . . . . . . . .$10 per semesterStudent Representation Fee . . . . . . . . . . . .50¢ per semester (required)

Fees: You are liable for all fees unless you drop the class by the refund deadline date.Fees are due within 7 days of phone or Web registration.Walk-In Registrants: Fees are due at time of registration.

Bursar’s Office (C-36) Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.First Two Weeks of the Semester Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Continuous Enrollment for Priority RegistrationContinuous enrollment at El Camino College and Compton Cen-

ter constitutes enrollment in the most recent previous semesterper academic year, excluding summer and winter sessions. A stu-dent must remain enrolled in at least one course for sufficient timeto receive a grade of “W.”

Unit LimitationsThe student’s program of studies will vary according to individ-

ual need and objectives. There is no minimum but the maximumprogram for a semester is 18 units without a physical educationclass and 19 units with a physical education class. The maximumprogram of study for the six-week summer session is 8 units or 9units for the eight-week session if at least one unit is physical edu-cation. The maximum program of study for the winter session is7 units. The minimum full-time student program is 12 units persemester. A student wishing to take more than the maximumunits may file a petition through the Counseling Services Division.Students must have completed at least 15 transferable units in onesemester at El Camino College with a 2.75 grade point averageand an overall grade point average of 2.5 or higher to be eligiblefor an overload.In addition to scheduled class hours, students should include in

their weekly schedule the time necessary to study and prepare forclasses. Each student is expected to spend two hours per week instudy and preparation for each class hour per week in lecturecourses. Students who work in business or industry should reducetheir total study programs in proportion to the demands of theiremployment and personal activities. If employment requires 40hours or more per week, students would limit their study programto 7 units or less each semester.

Full Time StudentA student is defined as full-time if carrying 12 units or more dur-

ing the regular semester or 4 units during the summer session.Veteran and War Orphan benefits under the G.I. Bill are based

on 12 units for full subsistence; 9 units for three-fourth subsis-tence; 6 units for half subsistence.For automobile insurance and other insurance benefits, a stu-

dent must be enrolled in 12 units.Athletic eligibility is based on 12 units and student government

eligibility is 8 units.F and M Visa students must maintain full-time status of 12 units

or more. Any exception to this requirement must be approved inadvance by a “Designated School Official.”

Filled and Cancelled ClassesBecause many classes fill quickly in the registration process, stu-

dents should enroll for classes as soon as the appointment timeallows. If you wish to take a pre-collegiate basic skills course thatis a required prerequisite and all sections of that basic skills courseare filled, then you may petition to have the prerequisite coursewaived for that particular term. Guidelines and forms for request-ing a waiver of a prerequisite are available in the counseling officein the Student Services Center.All classes scheduled at El Camino College are subject to cancel-

lation. Although the college makes every effort to run each classwhich is scheduled, occasionally a class must be canceled due toinsufficient enrollment or to the unavailability of an instructor.

Attendance by Non-registered StudentsOnly those students registered in a class may attend the class.

Students who have completed the proper auditing procedure areallowed to attend without receiving grades or unit credit. No oth-ers may attend, including children of students.

Field Trips and ExcursionsBoard Policy 4300The Superintendent/President shall establish procedures that

regulate the use of District funds for student travel and attendanceat conferences and other activities that are performed as a classassignment or co-curricular activity.The Superintendent/President, under authorization from the

Board of Trustees, may authorize field trips and excursions for stu-dents in connection with courses of instruction or college-relatedsocial, educational, cultural, athletic or musical activities to andfrom places in California, or any other state, the District of Colum-bia, or a foreign country. The Superintendent/President may del-egate the authority to the appropriate Vice President.The District may pay for expenses of students participating in a

field trip or excursion with auxiliary, grant or categorical programfunds if the funds are used consistently with the funding source.The expenses of instructors, chaperones, and other personnel trav-eling with students may also be paid from District funds. No stu-dent shall be prevented from making a field trip or excursionwhich is integral to the completion of the course because of lackof sufficient funds.Students and staff shall at all times adhere to the standards of

conduct applicable to conduct on-campus..


Additional InformationThroughout the school year, the District may sponsor voluntary

field trips and excursions in which students may want to partici-pate. Be advised, as stated in the California Code of Regulations,Subchapter 3, Section 55220, if a student participates in a volun-tary field trip or excursion, the student has deemed to have heldharmless the District, its officers, agents and employees from allliability or claims which may arise out of or in connection with thestudent’s participation in this activity.

MatriculationMatriculation is an on-going process which will help you attain

success and achieve your educational goals. The matriculationprocess is designed to help you match your interests, abilities,needs, and goals with the college’s courses, programs, and servic-es.Matriculation services are intended to help you make informed

decisions as you develop your educational plan. El Camino Col-lege Compton Community Educational Center supports your edu-cational development and recognizes your worth as an individualthrough matriculation and related services.You are expected to participate in the matriculation process.

Participation provides you with information about and referrals toprograms and services that will contribute to your success.

Four Steps to MatriculationStep 1. File your college application for admission anddeclare one of these goals:• Transfer to a university without an associate degree• Associate degree and transfer to a university• Associate degree in a vocational program• Associate degree in a general education program• Certificate in a vocational programStep 2. Participate in assessment for educational planning.Assessment is based on multiple measures, including placement

tests. Take appropriate placement tests and consult with an aca-demic counselor about your educational needs, career interests,aptitudes, and other pertinent information to complete your initialassessment. Placement testing is available in the Assessment Cen-ter. English, ESL, and mathematics assessment should be com-pleted before you attempt to register in classes.You must have transcripts or grade slips from all colleges

attended before you make a counseling appointment. Coursescompleted with a grade of C or better at an accredited college maybe used to meet prerequisites or corequisites if the completedcourses are equivalent to El Camino College courses. High schooltranscripts may be used for assessment. Official transcripts mustbe mailed from your high school, college, or university to theRecords Office.Step 3: Participate in the New Student Orientation to El Camino

College Compton Center. Orientation is offered in conjunctionwith registration and assessment. A new student must attend aneducational planning orientation which is part of the matriculationcounseling appointment. The new student orientation will adviseyou about your educational options and provide important guid-ance for achieving your goals.Step 4: Prepare an educational plan with a counselor.You must meet with your counselor at least once a year as part

of your matriculation process. During this meeting, you will com-plete a written educational plan which is a list of recommendedcourses to take to reach your educational goal. Any concernsregarding the matriculation process may be addressed with theDean of Student Services. A formal grievance must follow the pol-icy and procedures outlined in this catalog.For the non-matriculant student:All services and classes are open to general admission students.

If you do not wish to matriculate, you will nonetheless be provid-ed full access to services and classes at El Camino College andCompton Center. As a general admission student, you will not berequired to complete the matriculation process.

OrientationAll students are encouraged to participate in orientation so as to

become familiar with the college and its resources. Special orien-tation sessions are arranged for high school students through theirhigh schools and for special program students such as EOP&S,Financial Aid, students with a disability, athletes and internation-al students. In addition, students are encouraged to enroll in ahuman development course.

Assessment/TestingAssessment/Testing Procedures

Personal identification with a photograph and your El CaminoCollege Compton Center I.D. number are required to take tests andreceive results.For more testing information call 310-900-1600, ext. 2830. You

must have an application on file prior to any testing. Testingshould be completed as soon as possible after you file your admis-sion application. Read the catalog description of classes whichinterest you to learn if there is any testing recommended or need-ed. Keep in mind that all placement tests are part of the multiplemeasures of the assessment process. Be sure to take testing resultswith you when you go for your academic advisement or educa-tional planning sessions.

English Placement Test - Complete your English PlacementTest at least one day before you attempt to enroll into both Eng-lish course, which has a course level as a prerequisite, co-requisiteor recommended preparation. You may not repeat the EnglishPlacement Test once you have enrolled into both English coursesequences. If you require further review of your placement rec-ommendation, obtain appropriate forms in the Assessment/TestingOffice.

English as a Second Language Placement Test - Completeyour English as a Second Language (ESL) Placement Test at leastone day before you attempt to enroll into any ESL course, whichhas a course level as a prerequisite, co-requisite or recommendedpreparation. The test is comprised of a computerized reading test(20 questions), a writing sample, and a five minute oral interview.If you require further review of your placement recommendation,you should see the ESL coordinator in the Assessment/ TestingOffice.

Mathematics Placement Test - The Mathematics PlacementTest is required of any student who wishes to enroll in any Mathe-matics class. High school math courses may not be used, per se, forplacement into El Camino College Compton Center math courses.However, they may be used in combination with testing for place-ment assessment, which must be completed before your registra-tion date. Math placement results will be valid for two years. Onceyou begin the mathematics course sequence, you may not repeatthe placement test and must take all courses in sequence.

Specialized TestsChemistry Placement Test - The Chemistry Placement Test is

required of any student who wishes to enroll in Chemistry 1Aunless the student has completed Chemistry 4 at El Camino Col-lege Compton Center with a grade of C or better. Previous chem-istry course work, whether taken in high school or another col-lege, does not in itself qualify a student for Chemistry 1A. Studentswho have never taken a chemistry course or who want a beginninglevel course may enroll in Chemistry 4, 20, or 21A depending upontheir majors and completion of mathematics prerequisites. TheChemistry Placement Test may be taken only once and may not be

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taken if a student has enrolled in Chemistry 4 at any time. If yourequire further review of your placement recommendation, obtainthe appropriate petition form in the Assessment/Testing Office.

Mathematics Competency Test - This test covers intermediatealgebra. If passed, this may be used to satisfy the El Camino Col-lege mathematics competency graduation requirement (item #6 ofSection A of the A.A./A.S. graduation requirements).In order to test, you will first need to file your El Camino College

application in Admissions or online. For testing, you will need aphoto I.D. and your El Camino College I.D. number. Informationand appropriate petition forms for limited re-testing are available inthe Assessment/Testing Center.

Waiver Exam for the Associate Degree - A waiver exam isavailable for Contemporary Health. Contact the Assessment/ Test-ing Office for further information.After you receive your test results, a further review of your

placement recommendation may be requested. Information isavailable from the Assessment Center.

Advanced Placement TestsHigh school students who enroll in El Camino College may peti-

tion for college credit based on high school Advanced Placement(AP) courses. Credit will be given for the following courses if thestudent has taken the appropriate Advanced Placement Test andreceived a score of 3, 4 or 5. (No credit will be given for a score of1 or 2.) The maximum number of units granted will be 15.Students who plan to transfer are advised that the specific trans-

fer institution will determine unit and course credit for AP exams.Course credit and units granted at El Camino College may differfrom course credit and units granted by a transfer institution.Please check with the four-year transfer institution’s AP creditpolicies in their catalog or on their website, or consult an ElCamino College academic counselor for unit and course credit formajor preparation.

Art Examination (History of Art):Art 2 (3 units);Art 3 (3 units)

Biology Examination:Biology 10 (4 units)

Chemistry Examination:Chemistry 1A (5 units)

(Note: The student must have a score of 4 or 5 and provide a laborato-ry portfolio to the Dean of Natural Sciences for evaluation for credit.)

Computer Science Examination:Computer Science 1 (4 units) - Score 4 or 5 on Computer ScienceA Examination, or 3 or 4 on AB Examination

Computer Science 1 and 2 (9 units) - Score of 5 on Computer Sci-ence AB Examination

English Examination (Language and Composition):English 1A (4 units) - Score of 3 or 4English 1A and English 1B (7 units) - Score of 5

English Examination (Literature and Composition):English 1A (4 units) orEnglish 1B (3 units) - Score of 3 or 4English 1A and English 1B (7 units) - Score of 5

Economics Examination (Microeconomics):Economics 2 (3 units)

Economics Examination (Macroeconomics):Economics 1 (3 units)

Foreign Language Examination:Two consecutive courses for a total of 8 units

Government and Politics Examination(American and California):Political Science 1 (3 units)

Government and Politics Examination (Comparative):Political Science 2 (3 units)

History Examination (American and European):History 101-102 (6 units)History 140 (3 units)

Mathematics Examination:Mathematics 150 (4 units) - Score of 4 or 5 on Statistics Exami-nation

(Note: Students are advised that some universities may not accept anAP score in lieu of Mathematics 150. Please see a counselor for fur-ther information.)Mathematics 190 (5 units) - Score of 4 or 5 on Calculus A-BExamination

(Note: Students placed in Mathematics 191 and upon completion ofthat course with grade of C or better will be granted credit for Mathe-matics 190.)Mathematics 190 (5 units) - Score of 3 on Calculus BC Examina-tion

Mathematics 190 & 191 (9 units) - Score of 4 or 5 on CalculusBC Examination

(Note: Students who score a 3 or better on the Statistics AP exam, theCalculus AB exam, or the Calculus BC exam have met the associatedegree, IGETC (Area 2) and CSU General education (Area B4) math-ematics requirements.)

Physics Examination:Physics 2A (4 units) - Score of 5 on Physics B ExaminationPhysics 1A (4 units) - Score of 5 on Physics C Examination

Psychology Examination:Psychology 5 (3 units)

For further information about and petitions for advanced place-ment tests, contact an evaluations clerk in the Admissions Office.

AttendanceAttendance at First Class

Students who enroll in class but do not attend the first sched-uled class meeting may be dropped from the roster and theirplaces given to waiting students who were unable to enroll at thetime of registration. If illness or emergency prevents a studentfrom attending the first class session, the student must contact theinstructor.A student who registers for a class and never attends is still

responsible for dropping the class. Failure to properly drop a classmay result in a “W” and may subject the student for any and allfees associated with the class.

Attendance Without Official EnrollmentStudents will not be permitted to attend classes in which they

are not enrolled. Exceptions may be allowed by the instructor forbonafide visitors. Students who attend a class without properenrollment (the student did not properly register or add the class)by the published deadline will not be permitted to “late add” theclass except for documented extenuating and mitigating circum-stances.

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Attendance During SemesterStudents are expected to attend their classes regularly. Students

who miss the first class meeting or who are not in regular atten-dance during the add period for the class may be dropped by theinstructor. Students whose absences from the class exceed 10% ofthe scheduled class meeting time may be dropped by the instruc-tor. However, students are responsible for dropping a class with-in the deadlines published in the class schedule. Students whostop attending but do not drop may still be retained on the courseroster and receive a failing grade. Students may view their regis-tration status using the college’s website.

Adding a ClassIf space is available, students who have completed registration

may add a class by going to the first meeting of the class andsecuring permission of the instructor. It is the responsibility of thestudent to fulfill all requirements to add a course, and to add thecourse by the add deadline in accordance with college procedures.Adds will not be processed beyond the add deadline.

Withdrawal from ClassOfficial withdrawal from class must be processed through the

online system in the Admissions and Records Office. Failure tocomplete this process may result in the assignment of a lettergrade of A through F.

Dropping a ClassIt is the responsibility of the student to officially drop a

class by the deadline date.

Acceptance of Credit(refer to page 13)

Audit of Courses(refer to page 13)

Courses Eligible for Credit by Examination(refer to page 12-13)

Credit by ExaminationBoard Policy 4235[refer to page 12]

Credit for Military Service(refer to page 13)

F-1 Visa Procedure(refer to page 13-14)

Independent StudyBoard Policy 4228(refer to page 11)

Limitation to Remedial CourseworkBoard Policy 4115(refer to page 17)

El Camino College Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesStudent Rights and Responsibilities are outlined in Board Policy

5506. This policy, which is accessible at offices throughout thecollege, states that students have rights and responsibilities as pro-vided for in law, including the State Education Code and the Title5 Matriculation regulations; Board policies, including the StudentCode of Conduct; and health and safety considerations.

Discrimination/Sexual Harassment ComplaintsEl Camino College is committed to providing equal opportunity

in education and employment. The college affirms its policy to pro-vide fair and equitable treatment of students and employees and toprohibit discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification,national origin, religion, age, sex (harassment), race, color, ances-try, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or retaliation.Students or employees with questions, concerns or complaints

of discrimination may contact and/or file an official complaintwith the offices or agencies listed below to initiate an El CaminoCollege discrimination investigation.It is the policy (Board Policy 1600) of the El Camino Communi-

ty College District to encourage full inclusion in all programs andservices. Accommodations and alternative formats are availableupon request by calling 310-900-1600, extension 2023.In compliance with Board Policy 1600, a screen-reader friendly

copy of this document may be found at www.elcamino.eduand/or a copy of this document in alternative formats is availableupon request by calling 310-660-3406.

Quejas de discriminación o acoso sexualEl Camino College está comprometido a brindar igualdad de

oportunidades de empleo y educación. Esta institución reitera supolítica de proveer un trato justo y equitativo a los estudiantes yempleados, y prohibir la discriminación basada un raza, color,descendencia, religión, sexo (incluyendo acoso sexual), origennacional (incluyendo limitaciones de idioma) edad, incapacidad(mental o fisica) incluyendo VIH y SIDA, condición médica(cáncer o características genéticas) estado civil, orientación sexual,estado de veterano, y negación de licencia o acomodación razon-able por maternidad.Los estudiantes y empleados con preguntas, dudas o quejas de

discriminación pueden comunicarse y/o presentar una queja ofi-cialmente en las oficinas o agencias que se nombran a contin-uación, para iniciar una investigación de discriminación por partede El Camino College.La pólitica de la Mesa Directiva del Distrito de El Camino Col-

lege (Regla 1600 de la Mesa Directiva) es promover inclusión com-pleta en todos los programas y servicios. Acomodación y serviciosalternativos están disponibles para estudiantes que los requieranllamando al 310-900-1600, extension 2023. De acuerdo con la Regla 1600 de la Mesa Directiva, una copia

de este documento, fácil de leer, está disponible enwww.elcamino.edu o se puede obtener una copia de este docu-mento llamando al 310-660-3406.Students/Employees: You may file an official complaint with the

appropriate offices or agencies to initiate an El Camino Collegediscrimination investigation:q El Camino College Compton Center Equal Employment

Officer-Ms. Rachelle Sasser, Dean, Human Resources310-900-1600, 2140

q System Office - Mr. Steven Bruckman, General Counsel,California Community Colleges, 1102 Q Street,Sacramento, CA 95814-6511 (Students/Employees)

q U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights,Old Federal Building 50 United Nations Plaza,Room 239, San Francisco, CA 94102 (Students)

q California Department of Fair Employment and Housing,611 W. Sixth Street, Suite 1600, Los Angeles,CA 90017-3116 (Students/Employees)

q U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission,255 E. Temple Street, 4th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012(Students/Employees)

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Sexual Harassment PolicyIt is the policy of the El Camino Community College District to

provide an educational, employment, and business environmentfree of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favor/s,and other verbal or physical conduct or communications constitut-ing sexual harassment as defined and otherwise prohibited bystate and federal statutes. Within the El Camino Community Col-lege District, sexual harassment is prohibited regardless of the sta-tus and/or relationships the affected parties may have.Sexual harassment violates the policy of the District and provi-

sions of the California Fair Employment Act, Education Code andFederal rules, regulations and laws, prohibiting sexual harassment.Sexual harassment complaint forms are available in the Office

of the Director of Staff and Student Diversity.Sexual harassment shall be immediately reported to the El

Camino College Compton Center Dean of Human Resources ordesignee, or to any dean, director, or manager for immediatereporting to the District’s Director of Staff and Student Diversityor designee.

Student ServicesWelcome CenterThe Welcome Center at El Camino College Compton Center is a

collaborative effort that is supported by both academic and studentaffairs. The Welcome Center maintains a student-first philosophyto assist students as they transition to college. The Welcome Cen-ter offers a wide array of student services designed to accommodatetheir needs in a one-stop location that promotes student success andretention in a nurturing and welcoming environment.The Welcome Center operates campus tours and presentations

for prospective students. The Welcome Center provides studentswith general information regarding college programs, access tocomputers, services and course information, office hours and loca-tions, and directions to and within El Camino College ComptonCenter. It also provides students with quick access to academicschedules, registration forms, and various campus publicationssuch as the catalog, schedule of classes, student handbook, andmaps.All visitors are encouraged to stop by the Welcome Center to

pick up a map and information about the academic opportunitesand social activities available for students and members of thecommunity.For more information about the Welcome Center, please call

310-900-1600, extension 2765, [email protected] or visitRoom D28.

Bookstore ServicesThe El Camino College Compton Center Bookstore is located

between the Student Life Office and the Cafeteria. The Bookstoreis open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, andThursday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. throughout the majority ofeach semester. During the first two weeks of the fall and springsemesters and the first week of short-term sessions, the Bookstorewill be open for extended hours. Information on Bookstore hourscan be obtained at the Student Life Office (R-61).The Bookstore accepts Visa, MasterCard and Discover. Personal

checks are accepted for the amount of purchase, dated for the dateof purchase and presented by the account holder only; no parentalor third-party checks accepted. Students are responsible for follow-ing the refund policy, found at the Bookstore and in the StudentLife Office. The Bookstore conducts Textbook Buyback during the first and

last week of the fall and spring semesters. Students can receive upto 50 percent of the purchase price if the textbook has beenrequested for a future semester; the book is not sold as new-only

(fill-in or perforated pages); and the Bookstore is in need of addi-tional copies.

Bursar’s OfficeThe Bursar’s Office is located in C-36 and is typically open from

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday; from 8:00a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday; and from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.on Friday. Students may pay fees, obtain class printouts, and buydiscounted theater tickets at the Bursar’s Office.

Counseling ServicesCounseling services are made available to students through

scheduled appointments. Appointments to meet with a counselormust be made one week in advance through the CounselingDepartment, located in the Administration Building. A studentwho has selected a major field of study is strongly encouraged tosee one of the counselors assigned to that field; an undeclared orundecided student may see any counselor.As an integral part of the matriculation program, counseling

services are particularly intended to assist students in clarifyingcareer and life goals and in developing an appropriate course ofstudy based on a student’s goals, aptitudes and interests.Drop-in advisement is normally available Monday through

Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Fridays from 8:00 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. for students who have questions which do notrequire transcript review. The drop-in advisement schedule issubject to change based on counselor availability.

Career Center and Job Placement Support ServicesCareer CenterEl Camino College Compton Center has a comprehensive Career

Development Center that is responsive to the needs of studentsand the community. The Career Center, located in the Ralph C.Dills Vocational Technology building, assists students in choosingeducational and career objectives commensurate with their inter-est and abilities, provides opportunities and services necessary toachieve personal and academic goals, and provides information rel-ative to a wide range of services and educational opportunities thatmay be pertinent to educational objectives. Services include aca-demic counseling, career/vocational counseling, career explo-ration/assessment and program planning. The Career Center hous-es a comprehensive career library and offers seminars and work-shops on a variety of topics pertaining to personal, professional,and student life.

Job Placement Support ServicesThe Job Placement Office is located in the Vocational Technol-

ogy Center Building, Room 109. This office provides employmentservices at no cost to all students and alumni of El Camino CollegeCompton Community Educational Center. On a daily basis, avariety of full-time and part-time employment opportunities areavailable. An Employment Development Specialist provides aneffective link between employers and students who seek employ-ment while attending classes, as well as career opportunities upongraduation. Additionally, students can access job search optionsthrough the virtual job placement service link located on theCompton Center website under “Student Services.” Click onCareer Center/Job Placement Services to browse career and jobsearch engines.The Job Placement Office conducts weekly pre-employment

preparation workshops, personal presentation improvement semi-nars, resume development assistance, and employer recruitmentvisitations to the campus. The Job Placement Office coordinates anannual Spring Employment/Career Expo where students are intro-duced to career options. The Job Placement Office abides by Affir-mative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Guidelines.


For more information on the Career Center and Job PlacementSupport Services, please call 310-900-1600, extension 2788 or visitRoom 109, first floor at the Vocational Technology building.

CalWORKs/TANF/GAINThe CalWORKs Program offers a wide array of services to par-

ents who are receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families(TANF) and those in transition from welfare to long-term self-suf-ficiency. Services provided include child care assistance, bookvouchers, education and career counseling, work/study, employ-ment retention skills, job development, job placement, and medi-ation within the Department of Public Social Services. Officehours for the CalWORKs Program are Monday, Tuesday, Thurs-day 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. andFriday 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Students can be seen by appoint-ment or during drop-in hours. For more information, please visitthe CalWORKs Office in the Vocational Technology Building orcall 310-900-1600, extension 2072.

Abel B. Sykes, Jr. Child Development CenterThe Abel B. Sykes, Jr. Child Development Center accepts appli-

cations for enrollment of infants, toddlers, preschool and school-age children. If you are a student and/or working parent you maybe eligible for FREE or low-cost child care. For additional infor-mation about the Abel B. Sykes, Jr. Child Development Center,please call 310-900-1600, extension 2902 or visit the office, inBuilding T behind the Bookstore.

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOP&S)EOP&S is a state-funded program designed to recruit potential

eligible students, facilitate their admission, and increase the reten-tion and success rates of participating students. EOP&S seeks toequalize educational opportunity and make higher education areality for sectors of our society that have traditionally beenexcluded, including economically disadvantaged groups. It is theresponsibility of EOP&S to help students grow and discover theirunlimited potential. These goals are accomplished by providing aseries of support services which include: academic and personalcounseling, priority registration, computerized book services,tutoring, student enhancement workshops, transfer assistance,transfer fee waivers, transportation assistance, incentive awards,and the Summer Readiness Program.To apply for EOP&S, students must be a resident of California,

qualify for a Board of Governors Fee Waiver A or B, or C withzero EFC, have an educational goal of an associate degree, certifi-cate, or transfer to a four-year institution, and be academically dis-advantaged. Students are strongly encouraged to apply for all fed-eral and state financial assistance in the Financial Aid Office locat-ed in E-12. Income criteria are applied to the EOP&S admissionselection process to ensure that students from low-income familiesare given priority consideration. Students are placed on EOP&S ona first-come, first-served basis. Continuing students, however,retain priority placement for the duration of their participation inthe program. Each semester new students are added based onavailability of spaces and receive special assistance through thesummer readiness program.

Unit LoadStudents participating in EOP&S are required to enroll in, and

maintain, at least full-time status (12 units or more per semester)and a grade point average of no less than 2.0 (a “C” average) forthe duration of their participation in the program. Students whodo not perform to this level are placed on probation and receiveclose monitoring from program personnel. Extenuating circum-stances will be considered where documentation is provided andcontinued participation will be granted, if applicable.

Maximum EOP&S EligibilityTitle 5 Regulations limit student eligibility to participate in the

EOP&S program to the completion of 70 degree applicable creditunits of instruction or six consecutive semesters (fall - spring) ofenrollment while in the program, whichever is achieved first.Exceptions are made for students enrolled in majors that requireseveral pre-requisites prior to entering the program.

First Year Experience (FYE)The First Year Experience program is designed to help students

be successful in their first year of college life by providing a sup-portive, caring environment of educational and career services.For more information about the FYE Program, please call 310-900-1600, extension 2764.

Learning Resources Center (LRC)The Learning Resources Center (LRC) is open to all currently

enrolled El Camino College Compton Center students. The LRCincludes the Open Lab and the LRC Tutorial Program. The hoursare Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday,8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.The LRC houses an extensive media collection to supplement

instruction in many disciplines. The LRC and other open comput-er labs (Math and Science and Vocational/Technology) provideindividualized computer-assisted instruction in reading and math.The LRC Tutorial Program offers free drop-in tutoring for over 40subjects.

LibraryThe Library is open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to

8:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to2:00 p.m. The Library is closed on Sundays and holidays. The col-lection includes books, periodicals, and over a dozen online com-puter databases.A campus photo ID is required to check materials out of the

library and for use of the computers in the facility. The TextbookCollection provides materials for use within the library. For addi-tional information call the El Camino College Compton CenterLibrary at 310-900-1600, extension 2175.

Special Resource CenterThe Special Resource Center (SRC) is located in F-10 and pro-

vides special assistance for students with disabilities such as, butnot limited to, orthopedically and other health impaired, visuallyimpaired, deaf and hard of hearing, and learning disabled stu-dents.El Camino College Compton Community Educational Center

recognizes its responsibility to provide an equal opportunity foreducation for all students. The college’s facilities, courses and pro-grams are designed to accommodate the special needs of studentswith disabilities and, therefore, adheres to these principles:1. No one may be excluded from any course of study because of

a disability.2. All classes are in architecturally accessible facilities.3. Curriculum requirements may be modified in certain cases to

provide appropriate accommodations and to ensure full participa-tion by students with disabilities.4. Alternate methods of testing and evaluation are available in

all courses offered by the college for students who need suchmethods.The student with a disability seeking admission to El Camino

College must meet these levels of independence:1. The ability to negotiate the campus facilities independently or

with the assistance of an attendant.2. The ability to take care of personal needs (feeding, toileting)

unassisted or to provide one’s own attendant care.

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3. The possession of a stable level of health to benefit from a fullsemester’s work.Medical verification of a disabling condition of 45 days or more

must be provided for a student to be eligible for a variety of sup-port services. Support services are provided on an individualbasis. These services may include: special registration assistance;educational development courses and individualized educationalplans; academic counseling, vocational counseling; educationaland diagnostic assessment; sign language and oral interpreting;Braille transcribing; mobility assistance in classes; special tutorialassistance; parking permits; equipment loans; orientation training;on and off campus referral services.Special classes are available with curriculum designed to pro-

vide specialized instruction for various types of disabilities andlearning styles. These special classes are listed in the catalog underthe section of Educational Development. Some of the coursesoffered include: Personal Assessment; Career Preparation;Increased Learning Performance; Adapted Computer Literacy;Grammar Skills for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing; Reading/Writ-ing Skills for Students with Learning Differences; Psychology ofAffective Learning.The Special Resource Center works with students who have

learning disabilities. These are students who have average orabove average intellectual ability however, processing difficultiescause a discrepancy between the student’s potential and academ-ic performance.Services for students with learning disabilities may include

assessment, development of individualized educational plans,accommodations, academic support groups, priority registration,counseling and specialized courses.The office also maintains a liaison with the California State

Department of Rehabilitation (DR) for students under their spon-sorship. For additional information, please call the El CaminoCollege Compton Center Special Resource Center, 310-900-1600,extension 2403.

Assessment CenterThe Assessment Center is located in D26. English, ESL and

Mathematics placement testing is computerized and available ona drop-in basis according to posted hours. Placement into classesis based upon test scores and other multiple measures.In addition to English, ESL, and Mathematics Placement Tests,

the Assessment Center also administers the following tests: Abili-ty-to-Benefit, Chemistry Placement Test, and Mathematics Com-petency Test. For additional information, please call the ElCamino College Compton Center Assessment Center, 310-900-1600, extension 2830.

AthleticsThe Compton Tartar Athletics Program is a member of the

South Coast Athletic Conference and the American MountainConference. Intercollegiate competition is offered in baseball,basketball, cross country, football, track, soccer, and badminton.For more information on our athletics programs, please call 310-900-1600, extension 2949 or visit Building W.

Transfer ServicesTransfer Services, are offered Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Wednesday from 8:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in D29. Transfer Serv-ices offer a wide range of activities designed to assist students intransferring successfully to the four-year college or university oftheir choice. Among the transfer services offered are profession-al transfer counseling and advisement, regularly scheduled visitsby recruiting and admissions officers from four-year colleges anduniversities, and workshops on major steps in the transfer

process. Other services offered include university fairs on the ElCamino College Compton Center campus and frequent field tripsto an array of major universities. A calendar of activities is pub-lished monthly and is widely distributed. A transfer guide is pub-lished each semester. Also, information about public and privatecolleges and universities is available through Transfer Services.For more information about the Transfer Center, please call 310-900-1600, extension 2764 or visit the office in D29.

Student Support Services Program (TRIO)The Student Support Services Program is a federally funded pro-

gram designed to: 1) increase college retention and graduationrates for eligible students; 2) increase the transfer rates of eligiblestudents to four-year colleges/universities; and 3) foster an institu-tional climate supportive of the success of low income students,first generation students, and college students with disabilities.The services provided include Priority Registration; Counseling,

Computer Lab; Tutorial Assistance; Study Groups; Transfer Assis-tance; Informational and Cultural Awareness/Appreciation Work-shops; and Assistance in applying for Financial Aid Online; Schol-arship Information; Grant Aid is provided to eligible SSS partici-pants who are receiving Federal Pell Grants.To be eligible for the program, students must be:• a U.S. citizen or permanent resident;• enrolled full time (12 units);• have an educational goal to graduate with an Associate Degree

and/or transfer to a four-year college or university;• have an academic need;• and meet the Federal Low Income criteria.We also accept students who are first-generation college stu-

dents (parents do not have a bachelor’s degree), and students withdisabilities. Documentation is required if you have a diagnosedphysical or mental impairment/health condition.Income documentation is required for an application to be com-

plete. This documentation is in accordance with federal financialaid regulations.Applications will be accepted at the beginning of each Fall

semester. For more information about the Student Support Serv-ice program, please call 310-900-1600, extension 2052 or visit theoffice in D29.

Veterans ServicesThe Veterans Office, located in the Administration, helps stu-

dents obtain information for the collection of veterans education-al benefits and provides information on educational and counsel-ing services. An application for program of education may beobtained in the office of Enrollment Services. The completedapplication along with copies of the service separation form (DD-214) should be submitted to the veterans office. A person who iseligible for veterans benefits and who wishes to use them at ElCamino College Compton Center should make an appointment tosee the Veterans Representative. Before Compton Center will cer-tify enrollment to the VA, it is essential for students to makeappointments with a counselor to have an Individual EducationPlan completed. Only courses listed on the Plan will be certifiedfor VA payment. Veterans and eligible dependents will be certi-fied for benefits only after all transcripts of previous work fromother institutions are on file. All veterans and eligible dependentsmust see an academic counselor to select a major and prepare aneducation plan which includes units completed and courses need-ed to complete an educational goal. To make an appointment tosee the counselor, call 310-900-1600 extension 2076.


StatusEnrollment is verified within one of the following classifications:

Regular College YearFull-time: 12 or more unitsThree-fourths time: 9 to 11 1/2 unitsHalf-time: 6 to 8 1/2 units

Summer SessionSummer session varies in length and units. Veterans should

check with the VA Office.El Camino College Compton Center considers veterans and eli-

gible dependents the same as all other students in regard to atten-dance and academic requirements.If it is necessary to add a course, drop a course or withdraw

from classes, the student must inform the Veterans Office and filethe necessary form with the Records Office. When notified, theveterans' clerk will send a Change in Student Status Form (VAform 22-1999B) to the Veterans' Administration.

Repayment of BenefitsA veteran or eligible dependent who receives a grade of "W" in

units for which he or she has received VA benefits may berequired to repay all money received for those units. A reductionto less than six units may require the student to repay all moneyreceived for the semester.

Advance PaymentPublic Law 92-540 provides that an advanced educational assis-

tance allowance may be paid. Contact the veterans' clerk fordetails.

Writing CenterThe Writing Center, located in F-33, provides drop-in tutoring

services for students who are in need of assistance with writingassignments and are enrolled in English composition or otherclasses.The center is staffed by qualified writing specialists who assist

students on a one-to-one basis. Students must bring their ElCamino College I.D. number as well as their course assignment inorder to be assisted.The hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00

p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Distance EducationMany courses offered at El Camino College Compton Communi-

ty Educational Center may be taken through the Distance Educa-tion program. Telecourses, two-way interactive courses via video,and online courses via computer are offered. Distance Educationcourses are ideal for students who need a flexible class schedulebecause most of the course work may be completed off campus.For some courses, a limited number of on-campus class sessionsare required. Other courses may be taken entirely online. Students may register for Distance Education courses through

the Admissions Office during regular registration. For furtherinformation, stop in the Distance Education Office located in theVocational Technology Center, Office 117 or call 310-900-1600,extension 2784. Office hours during a regular semester are Mon-day through Thursday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Fridays, 8:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Office hours during the summer session areMonday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Student DevelopmentThe Student Life Office serves as headquarters for all student

organizations.The Student Life Office, is usually open Mondays through

Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Fridays from 8:00 a.m.to 4:30 p.m., offers a social atmosphere where students may meetand mingle or study between classes. The building is headquartersfor Associated Students, clubs, organizations, and all related activ-ities.Everyone who is registered at El Camino College is a member

of the Associated Students. Officers of the organization are elect-ed each year. Associated Students sponsors programs and servic-es to benefit the entire student body.

GovernmentEl Camino College Compton Center students have ample oppor-

tunity for self-government, self-direction, and participation in thegovernance of the college. A student council, composed of officerselected each year, determines how the student service fees will beused, coordinates student activities on campus, transacts studentbusiness, and represents student views on issues of current impor-tance at Compton Center. Through student government, studentsserve on committees and represent the student body at area andstate student government conferences each semester. The councilmeets weekly, and all meetings are open to members of the stu-dent body.A copy of the constitution of the Associated Student Body,

which governs the associated student body operations, may beobtained in the Student Life Office.

Student OrganizationsStudent organizations offer an extensive program of activities

and provide opportunities for active involvement in campus andcommunity life. Student government groups offer experience inthe democratic processes, the skills and responsibilities of citizen-ship, and participation in the governance of Compton Center.Clubs centering on special student interests, hobbies and skillsoffer opportunities for personal growth and development.Students are encouraged to plan and organize their own pro-

grams and events with the help of faculty and staff members act-ing as advisors and consultants. All student groups are governedby their constitutions, the interclub council constitution, and gen-eral guidelines. Copies of constitutions and guidelines are avail-able in the Student Life Office.

All student organizations are open to qualified students, regard-less of race, religion, or national origin.It is hoped that every student will participate in at least one

activity in addition to his/her regular class work. There are numer-ous active organizations on campus.The following clubs are active or can be available to students

through petitioning student life and the associated student councilfor reactivation:Special interest clubs and organizations are: Alpha Gamma

Sigma (Tau Chapter), Black Student Union, California Nurses Stu-dent Association, Christian Club/More than Conquerors, DisabledStudents Association, EOP&S Student Organization, InternationalStudents Organization, Latino-American Students Organization,Chess Club, Psychology Club, Psi Beta (National PsychologyHonor Society), Chi Eta Phi, and Phi Beta Lambda (Future Busi-ness Leaders of America).Additional groups can be organized by petitioning student life

and the associated student council for authorization to becomenew clubs on campus.

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Financial AidFinancial Aid OfficeRoom E12, 310-900-1600, extension 2935Hours:Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.(Please see the current course schedule for any changes)The purpose of the Financial Aid Office at El Camino College

Compton Center is to assist students who have the ability to ben-efit from postsecondary instruction and who, without financialsupport, otherwise would be unable to attend this college. Stu-dents should go to the Financial Aid Office to apply for financialassistance, or online at: www.compton.edu/studentservices/finan-cialaid/index.aspx

Financial AssistanceEl Camino College Compton Community Educational Center

provides extensive services to help students meet the costs ofattendance. The Financial Aid Office provides information regard-ing financial assistance available to students in the form of loans,grants, work study program, and scholarships. It is important thatyou not disqualify yourself from assistance before researchingopportunities. Because of the costs of attending college, many stu-dents today receive some kind of aid. To help you better under-stand financial assistance and the application process, a free work-book published by the California Student Aid Commission is avail-able from the Financial Aid Office (E-12). This workbook providesinformation on who qualifies for financial assistance, the varioustypes of assistance, how to apply, and a calendar of deadlines forapplying.

Ability to BenefitEl Camino College Compton Community Educational Center

accepts for admission as regular students, persons who do nothave a high school diploma or the recognized equivalent, and whoare beyond the age of compulsory school attendance in California.If these students apply for financial assistance, the College isrequired by Public Law 102-26 to determine whether they havethe ability to benefit from the education and training it offers. Astudent may satisfy this requirement by achieving a satisfactoryscore on the Computerized Placement Test (CPT), Accuplacer. Formore information about this test, contact the Assessment Center,Room D-26, phone 310-900-1600, extension 2830. The College’sfederal and state funds will be jeopardized if the College providesfinancial assistance to students who do not have a high schooldiploma or equivalent or to students that have not demonstratedthe ability to benefit from college.

Board of Governors Fee WaiverYou may be eligible for a waiver of the enrollment fee if you are

a California resident and meet any one of these three criteria:• You and your family are receiving public assistance from

TANF/CalWORKS, or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Gen-eral Assistance/General Relief, or have certification from the Cal-ifornia Department of Veterans Affairs;• You have completed the Free Application for Federal Student

Aid (FAFSA) and have “financial need;”• You meet the following general income guidelines for the fee

waiver:

Family Size / 2009-2010 Family IncomeFamily of 1 $15,600 or lessFamily of 2 $21,000 or lessFamily of 3 $26,400 or lessFamily of 4 $31,800 or lessFamily of 5 $37,200 or lessFamily of 6 $42,600 or lessFamily of 7 $48,000 or lessFamily of 8 $53,400 or lessAdd $5,400 for each additional dependent.

Academic Standards and Financial AssistanceStudents who receive financial assistance are required to main-

tain satisfactory and measurable academic progress. Studentsmust complete the minimum number of units each year that arerequired for your student status, as determined by El Camino Col-lege Compton Community Educational Center, and maintain aminimum grade point average. Progress will be reviewed at leastonce each academic year and possibly after the summer term ifthe student attended at least one of the mini sessions. Studentsshould review the current Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)policies in the Financial Aid Planner or on the Financial Aid web-site so these standards are clearly understood. Financial aid aca-demic standards should not be confused with the campus academ-ic standards set forth by the office of the Vice President for Aca-demic Affairs. Both standards apply to all students even if the stu-dent has not applied for financial aid.

ScholarshipsThese awards are granted to students who best fit the require-

ments established for each scholarship. There are many scholar-ships of different kinds for students transferring to baccalaureateinstitutions, as well as for those attending at El Camino CollegeCompton Center. For a list of scholarships, information as to theirrequirements, and application forms and deadlines, contact theFinancial Aid Office in Room E-12.

Federal & State Financial AssistanceThe types of financial assistance listed below are based on finan-

cial need. Some are generally available, while others are restrict-ed to students in certain fields of study. Inquire at the FinancialAid Office about other grants and loans that may be available.• Pell Grant - This is the first element in a financial assistance

package. The actual amount is based on an “eligibility index num-ber,” the cost of attendance, and the number of units in which youare enrolled.• Cal Grants - Cal Grant awards are state funded monetary

grants given to California residents to help pay for college expens-es. The Cal Grant awards do not have to be paid back.• Federal Work Study - The purpose of this program is to stim-

ulate and promote the part-time employment of students who arein need of earnings from employment to pursue courses of studyat El Camino College Compton Community Educational Center.Students may work up to 20 hours per week during the schoolyear.• Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant - These

grants are for students who demonstrate the highest financialneed and are used to supplement the Pell Grant.• Federal Stafford Loan Program - These loans are from par-

ticipating banking institutions, with a maximum loan amount of$3,500 for first year students and $4,500 for second-year studentsper academic year.


Policies and ProceduresAcademic Honesty and Standards of Conduct Board Policy 5500

Academic HonestyEl Camino College is dedicated to maintaining an optimal learn-

ing environment and insists upon academic honesty. To upholdthe academic integrity of the institution, all members of the aca-demic community, faculty, staff and students alike, must assumeresponsibility for providing an educational environment of thehighest standards characterized by a spirit of academic honesty.It is the responsibility of all members of the academic commu-

nity to behave in a manner which encourages learning and pro-motes honesty and to act with fairness toward others. Studentsshould not seek an unfair advantage over other students whencompleting an assignment, taking an examination, or engaging inany other kind of academic activity.

Standards of ConductConduct at El Camino College must conform to the laws of the

State of California, District policies, and campus rules and regula-tions. The El Camino College faculty, staff, and administration arededicated to maintaining a positive learning environment. Opti-mal standards for behavior are essential to the maintenance of aquality college environment. These standards will apply to all stu-dents on campus, other college property or while attending anycollege-sponsored event. Violation of such laws, policies, rules,and regulations or behavior adversely affecting suitability as a stu-dent, will lead to disciplinary action. Disciplinary actions as notedin Administrative Procedure 5520 may be taken against any per-son who engages in behavior defined as misconduct. The following misconduct shall constitute good cause for disci-

pline, including but not limited to the removal, suspension, orexpulsion of a student.I. DISHONESTYa. Cheating, plagiarism (including plagiarism in a student publi-

cation), or engaging in other academic dishonesty including butnot limited to:

i. Representing the words, ideas, or work of another as one’sown in any academic exercise including the use of com-mercial term paper companies or online sources for essays,term papers, or research papers, whether free or paid.

ii.Copying from another student or former student or allow-ing another student to copy from one’s work.

iii. Allowing another individual to assume one’s identity orassuming the identity of another individual.

iv. Changing answers on a previously scored test, assign-ment, or experiment with the intent to defraud.

v.Inventing data for the purpose of completing an assign-ment, a laboratory experiment, or case study analysis withthe intent to defraud.

vi. Obtaining or copying exams or test questions when pro-hibited by the instructor.

vii. Giving or receiving information during an examination ortest by any means such as sign language, hand signals orsecret codes, or through the use of any electronic device.

viii. Using aids such as notes, calculators, or electronicdevices unless specifically authorized by the instructor.

ix. Handing in the same paper or other assignment in morethan one class when prohibited by the instructor.

x.Any other action which is not an honest reflection of a stu-dent’s own academic work.

b. Other forms of dishonesty, including but not limited to for-gery or attempted forgery of any academic record; alteration ormisuse of college documents, records or identification; or know-ingly furnishing false information to the District.c. Unauthorized preparation, giving, selling, transfer, distribu-

tion, or publication, for any commercial purpose, of any contem-poraneous recording of an academic presentation in a classroomor equivalent site of instruction, including but not limited to hand-written or typewritten class notes, except as permitted by any Dis-trict policy or administrative procedure.II. DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR, INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCTAND EXPRESSIONa. Disruptive behavior, willful disobedience, profanity or vul-

garity, or the open defiance of the authority of, or abuse of, col-lege personnel.b. Any acts of aggression including verbal or physical actions

that are intended to create fear, apprehension, or bodily harm.c. Lewd, indecent, or obscene conduct on District-owned or -

controlled property, or at District-sponsored or -supervised func-tions.d. Engaging in expression which is obscene; libelous or slander-

ous; or which so incites students as to create a clear and presentdanger of the commission of unlawful acts on college premises,other college property, or while attending any college-sponsoredevent, or the violation of lawful District administrative proce-dures, or the substantial disruption of the orderly operation of theDistrict.e. Obstruction or disruption of teaching, research, administra-

tion, disciplinary proceedings, or other authorized college activi-ties including but not limited to its community service functionsor to authorized activities held off campus. Obstruction or disrup-tion includes but is not limited to the use of skateboards, bicycles,radios and roller skates.f. Failure to comply with the directions of a member of the col-

lege certificated personnel, college management or supervisorypersonnel, college staff member, or campus police acting withinthe scope of his or her duties.III. DRUGS, ALCOHOL AND SMOKINGa. Unlawful possession, use, sale, offer to sell, or furnishing, or

being under the influence of, any controlled substance listed inSections 11053-11058 of the California Health and Safety Code, analcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind; or unlawful pos-session of, or offering, arranging, or negotiating the sale of anydrug paraphernalia, as defined in California Health and SafetyCode Section 11014.5.b. Willful or persistent smoking in any area where smoking has

been prohibited by law or by regulation of the college or District.IV. THEFT, ROBBERY AND DAMAGEa. Committing or attempting to commit robbery or extortion.b. Causing or attempting to cause damage to District property at

any location or to private property on campus.c. Stealing or attempting to steal District property at any location

or private property on campus, or knowingly receiving stolen Dis-trict property at any location or private property on campus.d. Willful misconduct which results in cutting, defacing, or

other injury to any real or personal property owned by the Districtor personal property of other individuals on campus.V. HARASSMENT AND THREATENING/VIOLENT BEHAV-IORa. Causing, attempting to cause, or threatening to cause physical

injury to another person including but not limited to: assault, bat-tery, sex crimes including sexual assault or rape.b. Committing sexual harassment as defined by law or by Dis-

trict policies and procedures.c. Engaging in harassing, hazing, or injurious behavior for any

reason or discriminatory behavior based on race, sex, (i.e., gender)sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability, or anyother status protected by law. d. Willful misconduct which results in injury or death to a stu-

dent or to college personnel.VI. WEAPONS AND MISUSE OF FACILITIESa. Possession, sale or otherwise furnishing any firearm, knife,

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explosive, or other dangerous object, including but not limited toany facsimile firearm, knife or explosive, unless, in the case ofpossession of any object of this type, the student has obtainedwritten permission to possess the item from the appropriate Stateagency and a District employee, which is concurred in by the col-lege president.b. Unauthorized entry to or use of college facilities, equipment

or supplies. VII. MISCELLANEOUSa. Persistent or habitual serious misconduct where other means

of correction have failed to bring about proper conduct.b. The commission of any act constituting a crime under Cali-

fornia law, on campus or any district-owned property or at anycollege-sponsored event.

Administrative Procedure 5520Student Discipline & Due Process Procedure

[Italicized Information Indicates El Camino College Compton Center]

Disciplinary ActionDisciplinary action appropriate to the misconduct as defined in

BP 5500 may be taken by an instructor (see items C-1 and 5below), the Dean of Student Services or his or her designee (seeitems C-1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7 below), and the Board of Trustees (seeitem C8 below).

A. Consequences for Academic DishonestyWhen an instructor has determined that there is evidence of dis-

honesty in any academic work, the student may receive a failinggrade for that piece of work and disciplinary action may be pur-sued. Any or all of the following actions may be imposed:

1. The instructor may assign a failing grade (no credit) to anexamination or assignment in which academic dishonestyoccurred. 2. The instructor may remove the student from the class or

activity for the day of the incident and one additional class day asstipulated in C.5 of this procedure.3. The instructor may complete the appropriate reporting forms

(Disciplinary Form C – Academic Dishonesty Report Form and/orDisciplinary Form B – Notice of Suspension fromClass/Lab/Library) and submit them along with a copy of the evi-dence to the Dean of Student Services or his or her designee. Thisinformation will be placed in the student file.4. If there is evidence of serious or repeated violations of aca-

demic honesty, the college may pursue additional disciplinaryaction in accordance with the disciplinary measures outlined inthis procedure.

B. Notify Campus Police Misconduct as noted in BP 5500 sections II, III, IV, V and VI

should be brought to the immediate attention of the CampusPolice or local police department/security force (for courses taughtoff campus). This does not preclude a staff member from callingCampus Police for any other misconduct that warrants suchaction. Campus Police are to be called immediately and a policereport will be written with notice to the Director of Student Devel-opment, or his or her designee.

C. Discipline The following types of disciplinary action may be taken or pur-

sued by the college: 1. Warning - A verbal or written notice, given to the student by

a faculty member, the Dean of Student Services, or his or herdesignee, or any college manager or delegated authority that con-tinuation or repetition of the specified conduct may be cause forother disciplinary action. A copy of such action shall be sent to theDirector of Student Development or his or her designee andplaced in the student file.2. Reprimand - A written reprimand for violation of specified

regulations sent to the student by the Dean of Student Services, orhis or her designee, noting that continued violations may result infurther disciplinary action. The Dean of Student Services or his orher designee shall place a copy of this reprimand in the studentfile. 3. Restitution - A letter from the Director of Student Develop-

ment, or his or her designee, requesting reimbursement for dam-age or misappropriation of property will be sent to the student. Acopy of this letter will be sent to the student file, Vice President ofCompton Center, and the Vice President of Student and Communi-ty Advancement. Reimbursement may take the form of appropri-ate service to repair or otherwise compensate for the damage. 4. Disciplinary Probation - Exclusion from college activities or

services set forth in the notice of disciplinary probation. It mayinclude one or all of the following and may be imposed upon anindividual or groups of students. a. Removal from any or all college organization offices. b. Denial of privileges or participation in any or all college or

student-sponsored activities or services. Disciplinary probationmay be imposed for a period not to exceed one year. Repetition ofconduct resulting in disciplinary probation may be cause for sus-pension or further disciplinary action. A written statement fromthe Dean of Student Services, or his or her designee, will state thoseactivities from which the student will be excluded. A copy of thedisciplinary probation letter will be sent to the student file, VicePresident of Compton Center, Vice President of Student and Com-munity Advancement, and Campus Police. c. Requirement to complete one or more counseling or behav-

ioral modification programs or classes including but not limited todrug/alcohol diversion program, anger management workshop,interpersonal communication workshop, life-skills class, SpecialResources Center program and academic or psychological coun-seling appointments.5. Removal by Instructor – In cases of academic dishonesty or

disruptive behavior, an instructor may remove (suspend) a stu-dent from his or her class for the day of the incident and the nextclass meeting. During this period of removal, a conference shallbe held with the instructor and the student in an attempt toresolve the situation that led to the student’s removal. a. If a student is suspended for one class meeting, no additional

formal disciplinary procedures are necessary. A record of the sus-pension should be sent to the Dean of Student Services or his or herdesignee and placed in the student file.b. If a student is suspended from class for the day of the inci-

dent and the next class meeting, the instructor shall send a writ-ten report of the action to his or her dean who shall forward thisinformation to the Dean of Student Services, or his or her designee.The Dean of Student Services, or his or her designee, shall sendcopies to the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-ment and the President. If the student removed by an instructoris a minor, the Dean of Student Services, or his or her designee,shall ask a parent or guardian of the student to attend a parentconference with the instructor regarding the removal as soon aspossible. A college administrator shall attend the conference if anyparty (instructor, parent, or guardian) so requests.c. The instructor may recommend to his or her dean that a stu-

dent be suspended for longer than two class meetings. If the dean,instructor, and student cannot resolve the problem, the recom-mendation for a suspension of more than two class sessions willbe referred to the Dean of Student Services, or his or her designee,for possible actions described in Section 6 of this procedure. d. During the period following the initial suspension from class

for the day of the incident and the following class meeting, the stu-dent shall be allowed to return to the class until due process andthe disciplinary procedures are completed unless the student isfurther suspended as a result of actions taken as defined in Sec-tion 6 of these procedures.

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6. Suspension - The Dean of Student Services, or his or herdesignee, may suspend a student as follows: a. From one or more classes for a period of up to ten days of

instruction; or b. From one or more classes for the remainder of the term; or c. From one or more classes and activities of the community col-

lege for one or more terms not to exceed a period of two years.The Dean of Student Services, or his or her designee, shall send thenotice of suspension to the student, the student file, Vice Presidentof the Compton Center, Vice President of Student and CommunityAdvancement, President, and Campus Police. Whenever a minoris suspended from the College, the parent or guardian shall benotified in writing by the Dean of Student Services, or his or herdesignee. 7. Immediate Suspension - Any college manager or college dele-

gated authority during non-school hours, may immediately sus-pend a student from the campus in an emergency action to pro-tect lives or property and to insure the maintenance of order.Within twenty-four (24) hours or the next regular work day of thesuspension, the college manager or college delegated authorityshall send to the Dean of Student Services, or his or her designee, awritten report of the suspension. The Dean of Student Services, orhis or her designee, shall send a written notice to the suspendedstudent, informing the student of his or her right to a hearing with-in ten (10) business days of the suspension. A copy of this noticewill be sent to the student file, Vice President of Compton Center,Vice President of Student and Community Advancement, Presi-dent, and Campus Police. Immediate suspension will be enforced for the following types

of student misconduct: a. Possession or use of any weapon, firearms, or explosives.b. Willful misconduct which results in injury or death to a stu-

dent or college personnel.c. Assault, battery, sex crimes, including sexual assault, or rape. When there is probable cause to believe that a student has com-

mitted any of the above actions, that student will be immediatelysuspended from the campus by any college manager or collegedelegated authority. Within twenty-four (24) hours of, or the nextregular work day after the suspension, the manager or college del-egated authority shall send to the Dean of Student Services, or hisor her designee, a written report of the suspension. The Dean ofStudent Services, or his or her designee, will then send a writtennotice to the suspended student, informing the student that he orshe has been suspended for the remainder of the semester at aminimum and/or up to two years at a maximum and that he or shehas the right to a hearing within ten (10) business days of the sus-pension. 8. Expulsion – The termination of student status for an indefi-

nite period of time. The Board of Trustees is authorized to expela student for good cause when other means of correction fail tobring about proper conduct, or when the presence of the studentcauses a continuing danger to the physical safety of the student orothers. The notice of expulsion will be sent to the student withcopies to the student file, Dean of Student Services, Vice President ofCompton Center, Vice President of Student and CommunityAdvancement, President, and Campus Police. The expulsion of astudent shall be accompanied by a hearing if requested by the stu-dent. The Board of Trustees shall consider any recommendationfrom the Superintendent/ President for expulsion at the next reg-ularly scheduled meeting of the Board after receipt of the recom-mended decision. The Board shall consider any expulsion recommendation in

closed session, unless the student has requested that the matter beconsidered in a public meeting in accordance with these proce-dures (Education Code Section 72122). The student shall be noti-fied in writing, by registered or certified mail or by personal serv-ice, at least three (3) days prior to the meeting, of the date, time,

and place of the Board of Trustees’ meeting. The student may,within forty-eight hours after receipt of the notice, request that thehearing be held as a public meeting. Even if a student hasrequested that the Board consider an expulsion recommendationin a public meeting, the Board will hold any discussion that mightbe in conflict with the right to privacy of any student other thanthe student requesting the public meeting in a closed session. The Board may accept, modify or reject the findings, decisions

and recommendations of the Superintendent/President and/or thehearing panel. If the Board modifies or rejects the decision, theBoard shall review the record of the hearing, and shall prepare anew written decision which contains specific factual findings andconclusions. The decision of the Board shall be final. The finalaction of the Board on the expulsion shall be taken at a publicmeeting, and the result of the action shall be a public record of theDistrict.

Due Process Disciplinary ProceduresA. Lodging of Charges

1. Charges of misconduct against a student, as defined in Sec-tions I through VII of Board Policy 5500, may be lodged by anyperson who has personal knowledge of facts indicating that thestudent participated in the alleged misconduct. Such a witnessshall hereinafter be referred to as the “complainant” and the per-son being charged as the “accused.” 2. The complainant must first lodge his or her charge(s) with a

responsible manager at the level of director or above.3. The responsible manager will review the charge(s). The man-

ager will then either:a. attempt to informally resolve the issue(s) orb. recommend disciplinary action.4. If the responsible manager recommends disciplinary action,

he or she will forward the charge(s) to the Dean of Student Servic-es, or his or her designee. The Dean of Student Services or his or herdesignee shall review the charge(s) and make an independentdetermination as to whether or not the conduct charged amountsto misconduct as defined in Items I through VII of Board Policy5500 and whether disciplinary action should be brought againstthe accused. 5. If disciplinary action is appropriate, the Dean of Student Serv-

ices, or his or her designee or appropriate administrator shall givethe accused a written notice of the lodging of charges, the speci-fied acts of misconduct and the proposed disciplinary action. Theaccused will be notified of his or her right to request a hearingwithin five (5) business days. A copy of this policy will be includ-ed with the notice. If the student does not request a hearing, theproposed disciplinary action will be taken.

B. Hearing of Charges1. Scheduling of Hearinga. Students who are placed on immediate suspension - If the stu-

dent has been suspended prior to a hearing, the hearing shall becommenced within fifteen (15) business days of the ordered sus-pension.b. Students who have not been placed on immediate suspen-

sion:(1) The accused shall receive written notice of the charge(s) giv-

ing rise to the proposed disciplinary action.(2) The accused has five (5) business days after receipt of writ-

ten notice of the charge(s) to request a hearing before the Discipli-nary Hearing Committee. Failure to request such a hearing inwriting within this five day period, or failure to appear at suchhearing will constitute a waiver of his or her right to a hearing pur-suant to these procedures. Unless the hearing may result in expul-sion, the accused is not entitled to representation by counsel. Ifthe accused wishes to be represented by counsel at an expulsionhearing, the accused shall provide written notice in the request forhearing of the intention to be represented. If the accused is aminor, he or she shall be entitled to be accompanied by his or her

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parent or guardian at any hearing before the Disciplinary HearingCommittee.(3) The Disciplinary Hearing Committee shall be chaired by the

Dean of Student Services, or his or her designee who will serve asthe hearing officer and have as members one representative fromeach of the following groups: the Academic Senate, the ClassifiedEmployees, the Student Senate, and College Management. (4) If the accused requests a hearing, the Dean of Student Servic-

es, or his or her designee shall schedule a disciplinary hearing totake place within fifteen (15) business days of the receipt by himor her of the written request for a hearing.(5) The Dean of Student Services or his or her designee shall give

the accused and members of the Disciplinary Hearing Committeewritten notice of the time, place and date set for the hearing.(6) If the accused does not request a hearing, the Dean of Stu-

dent Services, or his or her designee may finalize the disciplinaryaction with the exception of expulsion, which must be recom-mended to the Vice President of Student and CommunityAdvancement. If the Vice President determines that expulsion isappropriate, he or she will recommend expulsion to the Board ofTrustees for final approval.2. How Hearing is to be Conducteda. The public shall be excluded from this hearing.b. The hearing shall be recorded by either an audio recording or

stenographic recording.c. The hearing officer may conduct the hearing in any manner

he or she deems appropriate, provided the accused is given theopportunity to confront the witnesses testifying against him or herand to offer the statements of any supporting witnesses.d. If the Disciplinary Hearing Committee finds adequate sup-

port for the charge(s), it shall take appropriate disciplinary actionpursuant to Section I.C of this procedure.e. When the Disciplinary Hearing Committee reaches a deci-

sion, the accused shall be given written notice in a timely mannerof the decision, the disciplinary action, if any, to be taken, and theright to appeal the decision to the Vice President of Student andCommunity Advancement.

C. Review by the Vice President ofStudent and Community Advancement

1. The accused may seek review of the decision of the Discipli-nary Hearing Committee by delivering to the Vice President ofStudent and Community Advancement, no later than five (5) busi-ness days after notice to the accused of the Disciplinary HearingCommittee’s decision, a signed statement containing:a. A statement that the accused appeals the decision; andb. A brief statement of why the accused considers the decision

to be in error.2. The Vice President of Student and Community Advancement

shall examine all documents received and shall grant review of thematter only if he or she determines from these documents that thedecision of the Disciplinary Hearing Committee was in error orthe sanctions imposed were excessive in light of the seriousness ofthe charge(s).3. If the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-

ment determines that review is not appropriate, he or she shall,within ten (10) business days after receipt of the accused’s requestfor review, send written notice to the accused denying review andaffirming the decision of the Disciplinary Hearing Committee.4. If the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-

ment determines that review is appropriate, he or she shall, with-in ten (10) business days after receipt of the request for review,schedule a meeting giving the accused at least five (5) businessdays written notice thereof with the accused and the hearing offi-cer, at which time the accused will be allowed to present his orher objections to the Disciplinary Hearing Committee’s decision,and the hearing officer will be allowed to respond thereto.5. After such a meeting, the Vice President of Student and Com-

munity Advancement may reverse, revise or modify the decisionand the disciplinary sanctions therein imposed on the accused, orthe Vice President may let the decision and disciplinary sanctionsstand.

D. General Provisions1. If students or other persons are suspended or expelled from

the campus, they shall not appear on the campus without permis-sion from the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-ment or designee and must have a Campus Police escort.2. The time limits specified in the Due Process and Disciplinary

Procedures may be shortened or extended if there is a mutualwritten concurrence between the parties.3. Failure of the accused to appeal any determination at any step

to another step within the specified time limits shall be deemedacceptance by the accused of the last determination rendered.4. Written notice to an accused pursuant to these procedures

shall be sufficient if sent by first class mail to the last knownaddress of the accused currently on file with the college. Noticeshall be deemed given on the day of said mailing. Notice shall bein the English language.5. In the absence of the Dean of Student Services, a designee may

be appointed by the Vice President of Student and CommunityAdvancement.6. No student shall be removed, suspended or expelled unless

the conduct for which the student is disciplined is related to col-lege activity or college attendance. In addition, no student may beremoved, suspended, or expelled for parking violations.7. The President or the President’s designee (Campus Police)

shall, upon the suspension or expulsion of any student, notify theappropriate law enforcement authorities of Los Angeles County orthe City of Torrance of any acts of the student which may be inviolation of Section 245 of the California Penal Code - Assault witha deadly weapon or force likely to produce great bodily injury.Time Limits: Any times specified in these procedures may be shortened or


Student Rights and GrievancesAdministrative Procedure 5530

[Italicized Information Indicates El Camino College Compton Center]The purpose of this procedure is to provide a prompt and equi-

table means for resolving student grievances. These proceduresshall be available to any student who reasonably believes a Col-lege decision or action has adversely affected his or her status,rights or privileges as a student. The procedures shall include, butnot be limited to, grievances regarding:1. Sex discrimination as prohibited by Title IX of the Higher

Education Amendments of 19722. Sexual harassment as defined in Board Policy 34303. Financial aid4. Illegal discrimination5. The exercise of rights of free expression protected by State

and Federal constitutions and Education Code Section 76120.This procedure does not apply to the following:1. Student disciplinary actions covered under Board Policy 5500

and Administrative Procedure 5520.2. Police citations (i.e. “tickets”). Complaints about citations

must be directed to the District’s Campus Police Department.3. Course grades to the extent permitted by Education Code Sec-

tion 76224(a). Grade appeals are addressed in Board Policy 4231and Administrative Procedures 4231.Definitions:1. Party: The student or any persons claimed to have been

responsible for the student’s alleged grievance, together with theirrepresentatives. “Party” shall not include the Grievance HearingCommittee or the College Grievance Officer.2. Superintendent/President: The Superintendent/President or a

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designated representative of the Superintendent/President.3. Student: Any currently enrolled student, a person who has

filed an application for admission to the College, or a former stu-dent. A grievance by an applicant shall be limited to a complaintregarding denial of admission. Former students shall be limited togrievances relating to course grades to the extent permitted byEducation Code Section 76224(a).4. Respondent: Any person claimed by a grievant to be respon-

sible for the alleged grievance.5. Business Day: Unless otherwise provided, business day shall

mean a day Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays andweekends, during which the College is in session and regularclasses are held.6. Grievance Officer: Appointed by the Superintendent/Presi-

dent or designated representative to assist students in seeking res-olution by informal means.Grievance Hearing Committee: The Superintendent/President or designee shall at the beginning

of each semester, including any summer session, establish a stand-ing panel of members of the College community, including stu-dents, classified staff, faculty members and administrators, fromwhich one or more Grievance Hearing Committees may beappointed. The panel will be established with the advice andassistance of the Associated Students Organization, ClassifiedEmployees and the Academic Senate, who shall each submitnames to the Superintendent/President for inclusion on the panel.A Grievance Hearing Committee shall be constituted in accor-dance with the following: 1. It shall include one student, one faculty member, one mem-

ber of the classified service and one College administrator select-ed from the panel described above.2. No person shall serve as a member of a Grievance Hearing

Committee if that person has been personally involved in anymatter giving rise to the grievance, has made any statement on thematters at issue, or could otherwise not act in a neutral manner.Any party of the grievance may challenge for cause any memberof the hearing committee prior to the beginning of the hearing byaddressing a challenge to the Superintendent/ President ordesignee who shall determine whether cause for disqualificationhas been shown. If the Superintendent/President or designee feelsthat sufficient ground for removal of a member of the committeehas been presented, the Superintendent/ President or designeeshall remove the challenged member or members and substitutea member or members from the panel described above. Thisdetermination is subject to appeal as defined below.3. The Grievance Officer shall sit with the Grievance Hearing

Committee but shall not serve as a member nor vote. The Griev-ance Officer shall coordinate all scheduling of hearings, shallserve to assist all parties and the Hearing Committee to facilitatea full, fair and efficient resolution of the grievance, and shall avoidan adversarial role.Informal Resolution: 1. Each student who has a grievance shall make reasonable

effort to resolve the matter on an informal basis prior to request-ing a grievance hearing, and shall attempt to solve the problemwith the person with whom the student has the grievance, thatperson’s immediate supervisor, or the local College administra-tion.2. The Superintendent/President or designated representative

shall appoint an employee who shall assist students in seeking res-olution by informal means. This person shall be called the Griev-ance Officer. The Grievance Officer and the student may alsoseek the assistance of the Associated Student Organization inattempting to resolve a grievance informally.3. Informal meetings and discussion between persons directly

involved in a grievance are essential at the onset of a dispute andshould be encouraged at all stages. An equitable solution should

be sought before persons directly involved in the case have statedofficial or public positions that might tend to polarize the disputeand render a solution more difficult. 4. At no time shall any of the persons directly or indirectly

involved in the case use the fact of such informal discussion forstrengthening the case for or against persons directly involved inthe dispute or for any purpose other than the settlement of thegrievance.5. In an attempt to resolve a complaint informally, the student

shall first request a meeting to discuss it with the Dean, AssociateDean or Director (hereinafter Administrator) of the division inwhich the matter in question resides. Upon such a request, theAdministrator shall inform and confer with any staff membersnamed by the student. In turn, the Administrator shall schedulea meeting with the student and, if requested, all involved partiesnot more than ten (10) business days from the date of request. 6. An informal resolution of the complaint it not reached, which

is satisfactory to the student, the student shall have the right torequest a grievance hearing. 7. This concludes the Informal Process.

Formal Resolution (Request for a Grievance Hearing)The student may process any complaint not resolved by the

Informal Process. As set forth above, the student can process agrievance as follows: 1. The student shall submit his or her written grievance, on a

form provided by the College, to the Grievance Officer (Dean ofStudent Services or designee) within thirty (30) business days fol-lowing the student’s first meeting with an Administrator.2. The grievance shall be signed and dated by the student and

shall incorporate a statement that the student had first followedthe provisions of the Informal Process.3. Within fifteen (15) business days following receipt of the

request for a grievance hearing, the Dean of Student Services ordesignee shall appoint a Grievance Hearing Committee, asdescribed above. The Grievance Hearing Committee shall meetin private and, without the parties present, select a chair anddetermine based on the Statement of the Grievance whether itpresents sufficient grounds for a hearing.4. If the hearing is warranted, it shall be based on the following:a) The statement contains facts which, if true, would constitute

a grievance under these procedures;b) The grievant is a student as defined in these procedures,

which include applicants and former students;c) The grievant is personally and directly affected by the alleged

grievance;d) The grievance was filed in a timely manner;e) The grievance is not clearly frivolous, clearly without founda-

tion, or clearly filed for purposes of harassment.5. If the grievance does not meet each of the above require-

ments, the Hearing Committee Chair shall notify the student inwriting of the rejection of the Request for a Grievance hearing,together with the specific reasons for the rejection and the proce-dures for appeal. This notice will be provided within ten (10) busi-ness days of the date the decision is made by the Grievance Hear-ing Committee. 6. Any appeal relating to a Grievance Hearing Committee deci-

sion that the Statement of Grievance does not present a grievanceas defined in these procedures shall be made in writing to the VicePresident of Student and Community Advancement within five (5)business days of that decision. The Vice President of Student andCommunity Advancement shall review the Statement of Griev-ance and Request for Grievance Hearing in accordance with therequirements for a grievance provided in these procedures, butshall not consider any other matters. The Vice President of Stu-dent and Community Advancement’s decision on whether or notto grant a grievance hearing shall be final and not subject to fur-ther appeal.

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7. If the Request for Grievance Hearing satisfies each of therequirements, the College Grievance Officer shall schedule agrievance hearing. All parties to the grievance shall be given notless than seven (7) business days’ notice of the date, time andplace of the hearing.Hearing Procedure: 1. The decision of the Grievance Hearing Committee Chair shall

be final on all matters relating to the conduct of the hearing unlessthere is a vote of a majority of the other members of the panel tothe contrary.2. The members of the Grievance Hearing Committee shall be

provided with a copy of the grievance and any written responseprovided by the respondent before the hearing begins.3. Each party to the grievance may call witnesses and introduce

oral and written testimony relevant to the issues of the matter.4. Formal rules of evidence shall not apply. Any relevant evi-

dence shall be admitted.5. Unless the Grievance Hearing Committee determines to pro-

ceed otherwise, each party to the grievance shall be permitted tomake an opening statement. Thereafter, the grievant or grievantsshall make the first presentation, followed by the respondent orrespondents. The grievant(s) and respondent(s) may presentrebuttal evidence. The burden shall be on the grievant or griev-ants to prove by substantial evidence that the facts alleged are trueand that a grievance has been established as specified above.6. Each party to the grievance may represent him or herself, and

may have the right to be represented by a person of his or herchoice, except that an attorney shall not represent a party unless,in the judgment of the Grievance Hearing Committee, complexlegal issues are involved. If a party wishes to be represented byan attorney, a request must be presented not less than five (5)business days prior to the date of the hearing. If one party is per-mitted to be represented by an attorney, the other party shall havethe right to be represented by an attorney. The hearing commit-tee may also request legal assistance through theSuperintendent/President. A legal advisor provided to the hearingcommittee may sit with it in an advisory capacity to provide legalcounsel but shall not be a member of the panel nor vote with it.7. Hearings shall be closed and confidential unless all parties

request that it be open to the public. Any such request must bemade not less than five (5) business days prior to the date of thehearing.8. In a closed hearing, witnesses shall not be present at the hear-

ing when not testifying, unless all parties and the committee agreeto the contrary.9. The hearing shall be recorded by the Grievance Officer by

either audio recording or stenographic recording, and shall be theonly recording made. No witness who refuses to be recorded maybe permitted to give testimony. At the beginning of the hearing inthe event the recording is by audio recording, the Grievance Hear-ing Committee Chair shall ask each person present to identify himor herself by name, and thereafter shall ask witnesses to identifythemselves by name. The audio recording shall remain in the cus-tody of the District at all times, unless released to a professionaltranscribing service. Any party may request a copy of the audiorecording.10. All testimony shall be taken under oath. The Grievance

Hearing Committee Chair shall administer the oath. Writtenstatements of witnesses under penalty of perjury shall not be usedunless the witness is unavailable to testify. A witness who refus-es to be audio recorded shall be considered unavailable.11. Within ten (10) business days following the close of the hear-

ing, the Grievance Hearing Committee shall prepare and send tothe Dean of Student Services or designee or designee a written deci-sion. The decision shall include specific factual findings regardingthe grievance, and shall include specific conclusions regardingwhether a grievance has been established as defined above. The

decision shall also include a specific recommendation regardingthe relief to be afforded the grievant, if any. The decision shall bebased only on the record of the hearing, and not on matters out-side of that record. The record consists of the original grievance,any written response, and the oral and written evidence producedat the hearing.Dean of Enrollment Services or Designee’s Decision:1. Within fifteen (15) business days following receipt of the

Grievance Hearing Committee’s decision and recommendations,the Dean of Student Services or designee shall send to all parties hisor her written decision, together with the Hearing Committee’sdecision and recommendations. The Dean of Student Services ordesignee may accept or reject the findings, decisions and recom-mendations of the Hearing Committee. The factual findings of theHearing Committee shall be accorded great weight. If the Dean ofStudent Services or designee does not accept the decision or a find-ing or recommendation of the Hearing Committee, the Dean ofStudent Services or designee shall review the record of the hearing,and shall prepare a new written decision which contains specificfactual findings and conclusions. The accused shall be given writ-ten notice of the decision, the disciplinary action, if any, to betaken, and the right to appeal. 2. The accused may seek review of the Dean of Student Services

or Designee’s decision by delivering to the Vice President of Stu-dent and Community Advancement, no later than ten (10) busi-ness days after notice to the accused of the Dean Enrollment Serv-ices or Designee’s decision, a signed statement containing:a. A statement that the accused appeals the decision; andb. A brief statement of why the accused considers the decision

to be in error.Appeal1. The Vice President of Student and Community Advancement

shall examine all documents received and shall grant review of thematter only if he or she determines from these documents that thedecision of the Dean Enrollment Services or Designee was in erroror the sanctions imposed were excessive in light of the seriousnessof the charge(s).2. If the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-

ment determines that review is not appropriate, he or she shall,within ten (10) business days after receipt of the accused’s requestfor review, send written notice to the accused denying review andaffirming the decision of the Dean of Student Services or Designee.3. If the Vice President of Student and Community Advance-

ment determines that review is appropriate, he or she shall, with-in ten (10) business days after receipt of the request schedule ameeting with the accused and the Grievance Hearing CommitteeChair, giving the accused at least five (5) business days writtennotice. The accused will be allowed to present his or her objec-tions to the Dean of Student Services or designee’s decision, and theGrievance Hearing Committee Chair will be allowed to respondthereto.4. After such meeting, the Vice President of Student and Com-

munity Advancement may reverse, revise or modify the decisionand the disciplinary sanctions therein imposed on the accused, orthe Vice President may let the decision and disciplinary sanctionsstand.5. The Vice President’s decision shall be in writing and shall

include a statement of reasons for the decision. The Vice Presi-dent’s decision shall be final.Time Limits:Any times specified in these procedures may be shortened or


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Campus Security Act andStudent Right to KnowIn accordance with the requirements of the Jeanne Clery Disclo-

sure of Campus Security Policy and Crimes Statistics Act, ElCamino College is required to publish and distribute an annualreport containing campus security policies and procedures as wellas campus crime statistics. The security report will include data onarrests and crimes committed on campus or at campus-sponsoredevents. In addition, other information related to reporting crimesor suspicious behavior; describing campus security and crime pre-vention programs and materials; and the college’s substance abuseeducation program will be included for distribution. Informationis available on the college website: http://www.elcamino.edu/police/CrimePrevention/index.asp. These materials will be dis-tributed annually to all employees and students, and be availableupon request to applicants for enrollment or employment.

Student Right to Know regulations require colleges to annuallypublish completion and transfer rates. This information is avail-able through appropriate publications and mailings, and on thecollege website: http://www.elcamino.edu/administration/ir/docs/eccprofile/ECC_College_CommunityProfiles.pdf.Sexual Assaults on Campus or at Campus-Sponsored EventsThe Board of Trustees and the employees of El Camino College

Compton Center are committed to maintaining safe campuses.Accordingly, the college has policies and procedures regardingsexual assaults on campus or at a college-sponsored event. Shouldan assailant be a student or staff member, the appropriate dueprocess procedures as set forth in Board Policy 5138, Standards ofStudent Conduct/Due Process and Education Code Sections 87405and 87334-87336 and appropriate sections of the respective unioncontracts are enforced.

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AdministrationBarbara PerezVice President, El Camino College Compton Center

Deans/OfficersKeith CurryDean, Student Services

Susan DeverDean, Academic Programs

Wanda MorrisDean, Health and Human Services

Rachelle SasserDean, Human Resources

Rodney MurrayDean, Career Technical Education

Ronald GerhardChief Business Officer

Directors/Managers/Supervisors

Myeshia ArmstrongAccounts Manager

Patricia BonacicDirector, CalWORKs, TANF, SRC

Robert ButlerDirector, Special Programs and Services

Shirley EdwardsDirector, Child Development Center

Ian GuajardoDirector, Maintenance and Operations

Reuben James IIIDirector, Fiscal Affairs

Elizabeth MartinezStudent Services Personnel Professional(Transfer Center)

Valarie O’GuynnDirector, EOP&S/CARE

Albert OlguinDirector, Athletics

Mytha PascualDirector, Financial Aid

Rudy RamosSupervisor, Information Services

Gerald SequeiraDirector, Admissions and Records

Macheo ShabakaDirector, TRIO Programs

Ricky ShabazzDirector, Outreach and School Relations

Fred SturnerDirector, Facilities Planning

Academic Division ChairsEugene BensonCareer and Technical Education andHealth Education and Physical Education

Mohammad KhalilizadehBusiness Education andComputer Information Systems

Cornelia LylesSocial Sciences andCreative and Performing Arts

Donald RoachMathematics and Natural Science

Thamizhchelvi SubramaniamCommunications, Humanities, English as a Second Languageand Foreign Languages

Faculty CouncilExecutive Board

Saul PanskiChairperson

Estina PrattVice-Chairperson

Thomas NortonSecretary

AAasi, Fazal (2007)Assistant Professor, AnatomyB.S., M.D. Panjab University

Abbassi, Ali (1997)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.S. Detroit Institute of Technology M.S. West Coast University

Adeva, Angelita (1989) Professor, Microbiology/Chemistry B.S., M.S. University of Santo TomasPh.D. Kansas State University

Aguilar, Carmela (1985) Professor, English as a Second Language A.A. Compton Community CollegeB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Ahmad, Manzoor (1987) Professor, Business B.S. Government CollegeLL.B. University Law CollegeM.B.A. Northwest Missouri State University

Alexander, Thomas (2007)Lecturer, AnatomyB.S. California State University, Long BeachM.S. University of KansasPh.D. University of Southern California

Allen, Jennell (1980)Professor, Counseling B.A. California State University, Long BeachM.S. California State University, San Bernardino

Alpern, Ronny (1992)Professor, MathematicsB.A., M.A. California State University, Fullerton

Arroyo, Celia (1991)Professor, CounselingA.A. Compton Community CollegeB.A., M.A., M.Ed. California State University

Arroyo, Silvia T. (1998)Associate Professor, CounselingB.S. University of NebraskaM.A., Ph.D. United States International University

BBenson, Eugene (1981)Professor, WeldingA.S. Los Angeles Trade Technical CollegeB.S. University of La Verne

Bentley, Jr., Walter (1990)Professor, Automotive TechnologyA.A. Delta College of Michigan

Bernaudo, Jose (2004)Instructor, EnglishB.A. University of California, IrvineM.A. Claremont University

Boatwright, Eddie (2004) Assistant Professor, Biological SciencesB.A. Fisk UniversityM.D. Meharry Medical College

Bosfield, Saundra (2008) Instructor, NursingB.S.N. University of PhoenixM.S.N. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Boroudjerdi, Mohammad (2001)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.A., M.A. Queens College

Bunting, Ikaweba (2002)Assistant Professor, Ethnic StudiesPh.D. University of Wales

CClark, Leonard (2001)Assistant Professor, Geology/Geography B.S., M.S. California State University, Los Angeles

Collins, Diane (1991)Professor, Contemporary HealthB.S. California State University, Los AngelesM.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Cortez-Perez, Aurora (1996)Professor, English as a Second Language/Foreign LanguagesA.A. Compton Community CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Cox, Lawrence M. (2008)Provost/Chief Executive OfficerB.S., M.S., Ph.D. Southern Illinois University at Carbondale

Crosbie, Ivan (1992)Professor, EnglishA.A. Los Angeles Trade Technical CollegeB.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Curry, Keith (2007)Dean, Student ServicesB.A. University of California, Santa Cruz

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DDeSilva, Vernell (1989)Professor, ArtB.A. University of DetroitM.F.A. University of DenverM.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Dever, Susan (2008)Dean, Academic ProgramsB.A. Oklahoma State UniversityM.A., Ph.D. University of Southern California

EEspinosa-Parker, Norma (1989)Professor, Spanish/English as aSecond LanguageB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.A. University of San FranciscoEd. D. Nova Southeastern University

Estrada, Harvey (2000)Associate Professor, MusicB.M. California State University, FullertonM.M. California State University, Los Angeles

Evans, Jerome (2000)Associate Professor, HistoryA.A. Los Angeles City CollegeB.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.A., M.S. Pepperdine University

FFisher, Carroll (1999)Associate Professor, ReadingB.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Flor, Paul (1997)Professor, Ethnic Studies, Political ScienceB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Los Angeles

French-Preston, Essie (1986)Professor, CounselingB.A. Alabama State UniversityM.A., Ed.S., Ed.D. University of South Alabama

GGarcia, Annaruth (1998)Associate Professor, Office AdministrationA.A. Compton Community CollegeB.S., M.A. University of Phoenix

Garrett, Curtis (2007)Lecturer, Automotive TechnologyB.S. California State University, Long Beach

Ghafelebashi, Mohammad (2009)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.S. Tehran UniversityM.S., Ph.D. Cornell University

Green, Heather (2009)Lecturer, ArtB.S., M.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

HHalligan, Christopher (2006)Instructor, EnglishB.A., M.A. University of Nebraska

Hathman, Hilda (2000)Assistant Professor, Child DevelopmentB.A., M.S. Pepperdine University

Hayes-Cushenberry, Frances (2008)Assistant Professor, NursingB.S.N., M.S.N. California State University, Long BeachEd.D. Argosy University

Haynes, Vanessa (1998)Associate Professor, CounselingA.A. Monterey Peninsula CollegeB.A., M.A. California State University, San Jose

Heming, Deborah (2007)Instructor, NursingB.S.N., M.S.N. University of Phoenix

JJames, Ibanga (2003)Lecturer, AnatomyB.S., M.S. California State University, Los Angeles

Joiner, Robert (1987)Professor, BusinessB.S. California State University, Los AngelesM.B.A. Pepperdine University

Johnson, Renee (2006)Instructor, NursingB.S.N., M.S.N. University of Phoenix

KKeig, William (1999)Associate Professor, MathematicsB.A. University of California, Santa CruzM.S., Ph.D. University of Chicago

Khalilzadeh, Mohammad (1999)Associate Professor,Computer Information SystemsB.A., M.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Klonecky, Loretta (2000)Lecturer, English as a Second LanguageB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

LLamm, Frederick (1969)Professor, Automotive TechnologyA.S. Los Angeles Trade Technical CollegeM.A. California State University, Long Beach Ed.D. Nova University

Lazar, Shemiran (1996)Professor, English as a Second LanguageB.A. Baghdad UniversityM.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Leonard, Chester (2005)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.P.A. University of Southern California

Livingston, Rosemary (2004)Lecturer, Child DevelopmentB.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Lyles, Cornelia (1976)Professor, Social SciencesB.A., M.A. California State University, Los AngelesPh.D. Nova University

MMacareno, Mario (2002)Assistant Professor, CounselingB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Maradiaga, Axa (2005)Instructor, SpanishB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Maruyama, David (2005)Instructor, EnglishB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A., M.F.A. California State University, Long Beach

McLaughlin, Patrick (1985)Professor, ReadingA.A. Compton Community CollegeB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.S. California State University, Fullerton

McNeil, Tracy (2008)Lecturer, Physical EducationB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.Ed. National University

McPatchell, David (1997)Professor, Academic Strategies,PsychologyB.S. University of KentuckyM.A. California State University, Sonoma M.A. University of New Mexico

Mehdizadeh, Nasrollah (2009)Instructor, MathematicsB.S. University of IranM.S. Sheraz University

Mendoza, Ladislao (1989)Professor, Physical Education, RecreationB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.Ed. Azusa Pacific CollegeM.Ed. Grand Canyon University

Mitu, Zenaida (2003)Assistant Professor, NursingB.S., M.S. University of Santo Tomas

Moore, Billie (1979)Professor, Ethnic StudiesB.A., M.P.A. California State University, Long BeachPh.D. University of California, Los Angeles

Morgan, Robert S. (1976)Professor, BusinessA.A., East Los Angeles CollegeB.S. California State University, Los AngelesM.A. Azusa Pacific College

Morris, Wanda S. (1994)Interim Dean, Health and Human ServicesAssociate Professor, NursingB.S. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.S. University of California, Los Angeles

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Murray, Rodney (1999)Dean, Career Technical EducationAssistant Professor, BusinessB.S., M.B.A. University of Redlands

My, Alexander (1989)Professor, CounselingA.S. Austin Community CollegeB.A. Southwest Texas State UniversityM.A. Northeastern Illinois UniversityEd.D. Nova University

NNorton, Thomas (2000)Associate Professor, EnglishB.A. University of IowaM.A. University of Wisconsin

OOdanaka, Michael (1987)Professor, CounselingB.A. Dartmouth CollegeM.A. Fuller Theological SeminaryM.S. California State University, Los Angeles

Osanyinpeju, Abiodun (2003)Assistant Professor, Life SciencesB.S. University of Ibadan M.S. University of Lagos

PPanski, Saul (1979)Professor, HistoryB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. Southern Illinois University, EdwardsvilleM.L.S. University of Southern California

Phillips, Marjeritta (2000)Associate Professor, DanceB.A., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Porter, LeRoy (1987)Professor, English as a Second LanguageB.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.A. Pepperdine University

Pratt, Estina (1988)Professor, LibrarianB.S. Kent State UniversityM.L.S. Atlanta University

RRoach, Donald A. (1985)Professor, MathematicsB.S. University of West IndiesM.S. Math University of WaterlooPh.D. University of West Indies

Roach, Ruth (2003)Assistant Professor, EnglishB.A. Occidental CollegeM.A.T., Ph.D. Claremont Graduate University

Ross, Dovard (1986)Lecturer, Computer Information SystemsB.A. California State University, Dominguez HillsM.B.A. University of Phoenix

Rydalch, Tommy (1981)Professor, Automotive TechnologyA.A. Cerritos CollegeB.A. College of Idaho

SSahebjame, Mohsen (1998)Associate Professor,Computer Information SystemsB.S., M.A. California State University, Long Beach

Sasser, Rachelle (1980)Dean, Human ResourcesProfessor, Educational PsychologistB.A. University of California, Los AngelesM.A. Pepperdine University

Shaikh, Mohomad (1989)Professor, MathematicsB.S., M.S. University of BombayM.S. University of Illinois

Sharifian-Attar, Mohammad (1996)Professor, Mathematics/PhysicsB.S. University of Mashad M.S., Ph.D. University of New Mexico

Smith, Darwin (1997)Lecturer, PhilosophyB.A. California State University, Fullerton

Sonido, Eleanor (2001)Assistant Professor, Library Information ScienceB.S. University of Santo Tomas M.L.S. California State University, San Jose

Stewart, Ella (2000)Associate Professor, Communication StudiesA.A. Los Angeles City CollegeB.A, M.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Subramaniam, Thamizhchelvi (1989)Professor, English/Communication Studies B.A., M.A. University of South Alabama

Sweeney, Elizabeth (2004)Assistant Professor, NursingB.S., M.S. University of Alabama

TTavakkoli, Mohamad (1987)Professor, MathematicsB.S., M.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Thomas, Shirley (2003)Assistant Professor, NursingB.S.N., M.S.N.-F.N.P. University of Phoenix

Threadgill, Cheryl (1998)Associate Professor, CounselingB.A. National-Louis UniversityM.A. Roosevelt UniversityM.A. National University

Toles, Wesley (1988)Lecturer, Administration of JusticeB.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

UUch, Mandeda (2004)Instructor, MusicA.S. Long Beach City CollegeB.M., M.M. California State University, Fullerton

VValdry, Andree (1999)Associate Professor, Library Information ScienceB.A., M.L.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Van Niel, Pieter (1972)Professor, English, Speech, TheatreB.A. Principia CollegePh.D. Stanford University

Villalobos, Jose (2009)Associate Professor, MathematicsA.S. Compton Community CollegeB.S., M.S., Ph.D. University of Southern California

WWallano, Eyob (2007)Assistant Professor, AnatomyM.S. Pasteur Institute of LyonD.V.M. Kharkov Veterinary Institute

Ward, Carolyn (2000)Associate Professor, Nursing B.S. California State University, Los Angeles

Wasserberger, Toni (1970)Professor, EnglishB.A., M.A. University of California, Los Angeles

Webb, Robert (1989)Lecturer, MathematicsB.A. California State University, Los AngelesM.P.H. University of California, Los Angeles

West, Pamela (1999)Associate Professor, Child DevelopmentB.A., M.A. California State University, Dominguez Hills

Williams, Frances (2001)Lecturer, Nutrition and FoodsB.A. California State University, San FranciscoM.A. California State University, Los Angeles

Williams, Herkie (1999)Associate Professor, PsychologyB.A. Jackson State UniversityM.Ed. Prairie View College Ph.D. University of Wisconsin at Madison

Wu, Hung Y. (1972)Professor, ChemistryB.S. Tunghai UniversityM.S., Ph.D. Illinois Institute of Technology

YYahye, Abdirashid (1996)Professor, Computer Information SystemsB.S. Somali National UniversityM.S. University of Southern California

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Professor Emeritus

Stanley AlloteyGerald BergeronJanice J. BlumeRobert Boyd Frederick BroderAlfred Brown John CarrollRhoda CaseyAlbert CherryJoan Clinton Lloyd DeGarmo LaVonne DempseyRuth DorseyArthur Flemming William GeismarBilly T. Hart Charles Holt Kathleen Huff-Daniel Larry JettJames Johnson Lorraine Levin Dorothy McAuleyCordell McDonaldDarnell Mitchell Maxine MobleyMary MontgomeryMaria NatividadArthur PerkinsDwight PrinceGloria Schleimer Sandra ScrantonByron R. Skinner Floyd SmithArthur Stephenson Carlys StevensRolf Sukstorf Constance TaulLoetta TaylorDarwin ThorpeMarie Van VoorenRiley WashingtonAndrew WattsLuz Watts Michael WidenerAaron Youngblood

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Index


AAcademic Calendar - Cover Page 2Academic Honesty - 25, 263Academic Strategies - 47Academic Renewal - 17Academic Year - 2Acceptance of Credit - 13Accounting - 48, 74Adding a Class - 11Administration - 232, 270Administration of Justice - 48Admission - 4, 250Advanced Placement Tests - 10Air Conditioning and Refrigeration - 52Alpha Gamma Sigma - 22, 43American Sign Language - 220American Studies - 54Anatomy - 54Anthropology - 54Architecture - 56Art - 58Assessment - 9, 255Associate Degrees - 34Astronomy - 65Attendance - 11, 256Audit of Courses - 13Automotive Collision Repair/Painting - 66Automotive Technology - 69

BBehavioral andSocial Sciences Division - 32

Biology - 72Bookkeeping - 75Bookstore - 19, 258Botany - 73, 126Bursar’s Office - 258Business - 74Business Division - 32Biotechnology - 74

CCSU General Education - 40Cal Grants - 23California Residence Requirement - 4CalWORKS/TANF Services - 19, 259Campus Maps - 275, 276Campus Security Actand Student Right to Know - 31, 269Cancelled Classes - 8Cashier's Office - 19Catalog Rights - 35Certificates of Accomplishment - 40Certificates of Achievement - 39Cheating or Plagiarism - 25Chemistry - 82Chemistry Placement Test - 10Child Development - 83Child Development Center - 19, 259Childhood Education - 84Chinese - 90Communication Studies - 90Compton CommunityEducation Center - 249

Computer Aided Design/Drafting - 92Computer Hardware Technology - 94, 112Computer Information Systems - 94Computer Related Programs - 98Computer Science - 99Construction Technology - 100Contemporary Health - 102Contracting - 100, 102Cooperative Work ExperienceEducation - 43, 103

Cosmetology - 104Counseling Services - 19, 258

Course Numbering - 46Course Repetition - 16Credit by Examination - 12Criminal Justice - 48, 106

DDance - 106Dean's List - 43Disabled - See Special Resource Center - 20, 259

Discrimination Complaints - 17Dismissal - 15Distance Education - 45, 261District Residency - 4Drafting Technology - 92, 109Dropping a Class - 11

EEconomics - 109Education - 110Educational Development - 110El Camino College Compton CommunityEducational Center - 249

Electronics and Computer HardwareTechnology - 112

Elementary School Teaching - 115, 160Engineering - 116, 206Engineering Technology - 116English - 118English as a Second Language - 124English Placement Test - 9Enrollment Fee - 4Environmental Horticulture - 126Environmental Technology - 128Escrow - 128, 215Ethnic Studies - 128Extended Opportunity Programsand Services - 20, 259

FF-1 Visa Procedure - 13Faculty - 233, 270Family Educational Rights Act - 3Fashion - 129Fees - 4, 251Fees at a Glance - 7, 253Fee, Parking - 6, 252Film/Video - 132Financial Aid - 22, 262Fine Arts Division - 32Fire Academy - 136Fire and Emergency Technology - 134First Aid - 139Foundation - 2French - 140

GGallery Management - 60, 62General Science - 141General Studies - 142Geography - 145Geology - 146German - 148Global Studies - 148Grade Change Procedure - 16Grades and Grade Points - 14Graduation - 35Grievance Policy - 29

HHealth Education - 102, 148Health Sciences and Athletics Division - 32Health Services - 21Health Services Fee - 5High School Equivalents - 45History - 148History of El Camino College - 2

History of Science - 152Home Health Aide - 152, 179Honors Transfer Program - 43Horticulture - 126, 152Human Development - 152Humanities - 153Humanities Division - 33

IIndependent Study - 11Industrial Arts - 153, 160Industrial Technology - 154Industry and Technology - 154Industry and Technology Division - 33Inter-Club Council - 22International Students - 13Interpreter Training - 220Italian - 154

JJapanese - 155Journalism - 156Joy of Music - 177

LLaboratory Technician (Medical) - 158Law - 158, 188Learning Resources - 33Learning Resources Center - 20, 259Legal Assistant - 159, 188Liberal Studies - 160Library - 20, 259Library Information Science - 160Library Science - 160

MMachine Tool Technology - 160Manufacturing Technology - 163Maps - 275, 276Marketing - 75, 164Mathematical Sciences Division - 33Mathematics - 164Mathematics Placement Test - 9Matriculation - 8, 255Medical Terminology - 170Meteorology - 145, 147, 170Microbiology - 170Military Service Credit - 13Music - 170Medicine - 170, 206

NNatural Sciences Division - 33Non-Resident Fee - 5Nursing - 178Nutrition and Foods - 187

OOceanography - 187Optometry - 187, 207Orientation - 9

PParalegal Studies - 188Parking Fee - 6, 252Peace Officer - 48, 188Pell Grant - 23Pharmacy - 188, 207Philosophy - 189Photo Identification - 6Photography - 190Physical Education - 192Physical Science - 202Physics - 202Physiology - 204Policies and Procedures - 14, 25, 263Political Science - 204

Pre-Dentistry - 206Pre-Engineering - 206Pre-Medicine - 206Pre-Nursing - 207Pre-Optometry - 207Pre-Pharmacy - 207Pre-School Teaching - 83, 208Probation Policies - 15Professor Emeritus - 246, 273Psychology - 208

RRadiologic Technology - 210Real Estate - 213Recreation - 216Refund of Fees - 4Registration - 7, 253Repeating Courses - 16Respiratory Care - 217

SScholarships - 24School Health Clerk - 220Secretarial - 74, 220Shop Mathematics - 220. 227Sign Language/Interpreter Training - 220Sociology - 223Spanish - 224Special Education - 110, 226Special Resource Center - 20, 259Special Part-time or Full-timeStudents - 4, 250

Speech Communication - 90, 226Stafford Student Loan - 23Student Development - 22, 261Student Job Placement Center - 20, 258Student Senate - 22Student Services - 19, 258Study Abroad - 45Supervision - 226Swimming - 195

TTeaching - 226Technical Mathematics - 227Telephone Numbers - 3Testing Center - 21Testing - 9, 255Theatre - 227TOEFL - 14Transcripts - 6Transfer Studies - 229Tutorial Center - 20Tutor Training - 230

UUnit Limitations - 8United States History - 149UC General Education - 42

VVeterans Services - 21, 260

WWelding - 230Withdrawal From Class - 11Women's Studies - 231Woodworking - 100, 231Work Study - 23Writing Center - 22, 261

XYZX-Ray Technology - 210, 231Zoology - 72, 231

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