DATES TO KNOW 2015 Summer 2015 Fall. COURSE SEQUENCE CHARTS English, ESL & Math. CLASSES 2015 Summer - Starts June Fall - Starts August 31

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1 THIS DOCUMENT INCLUDES DATES TO KNOW 2015 Summer 2015 Fall COURSE SEQUENCE CHARTS English, ESL & Math CLASSES 2015 Summer - Starts June Fall - Starts August 31

2 SUMMER SESSION DATES TO KNOW REGISTRATION Applications Accepted... Now GROUP 1: Registration... April (EOP&S, DSPS, Veterans, Foster Care Youth & CalWORKs) April 20-23* GROUP 2: Continuing Students Fully Matriculated*... April GROUP 3: New & Returning Students Fully Matriculated*... April 24 - May 1 GROUP 4: Students without enrollment priority*... May 4-13 GROUP 5: High School Special K-12 admits... May 18 New & Returning students applying after March 26th... May 14 Residency Determination Date... June 14 For Summer week and 8-week dates, see page 2. Starts June 15, 2015 CAMPUS IS CLOSED: Independence Day... July 3-4 *In order to maintain your registration appointment time, you must be in good standing, have fewer than 100 degree applicable units, and if required, be fully matriculated (by March 26, 2015). Dates subject to change. Additional dates at Academic-Calendar.aspx *NOTE: The printed class schedule has a different start date for Group 2 registration. After the publication was printed, LACCD changed the dates to April Summer WEEK This calendar is for 6-week classes that meet 4 days per week. If your class is not scheduled for 4 days per week, check with the instructor for the deadline dates. Summer WEEK This calendar is for 8-week classes that meet 4 days per week. If your class is not scheduled for 4 days per week, check with the instructor for the deadline dates. 6-WEEK SESSION... JUNE 15 - JULY 26 LAST DAY TO Appeal Priority Registration... Wed March 25 Prerequisite Clearance/Challenge... Fri, June 5 Recency Petitions... Fri, June 5 Third Attempt Petitions... Fri, June 5 Add/Audit classes online... Sun, June 14 in-person... Fri, June 19 Drop classes with a refund/no fee owed... Fri, June 19 Drop classes w/o a W... Fri June 19 Drop classes with a W... Thurs July 16 File for Pass/No Pass (formerly Credit/NoCredit )... Fri, June 19 Final Exam... Last Day of Class 8-WEEK SESSION... JUNE 15 - AUG 9 LAST DAY TO Appeal Priority Registration... Wed, March 25 Prerequisite Clearance/Challenge... Fri, June 5 Recency Petitions... Fri, June 5 Third Attempt Petitions... Fri, June 5 Add/Audit classes online... Sun, June 14 in-person... Mon, June 22 Drop classes with a refund/no fee owed... Mon, June 22 Drop classes w/o a W... Mon, June 22 Drop classes with a W... Fri, July 24 File for Pass/No Pass (formerly Credit/NoCredit )... Mon, June 22 Final Exam... Last Day of Class Graduation Petition Accepted... Mon, April 6 - July 17

3 Fall 2015 TRADITIONAL SEMESTER TRADITIONAL SEMESTER Fall Aug 31 - Dec 20 Mon Fri Classes Begin... Mon, Aug 31 Sat Classes Begin... Sat, Sept 5 REGISTRATION Applications Accepted... Now GROUP 1: Priority Registration*... May 4-6 (EOP&S, DSPS, Veterans, Foster Care Youth & CalWORKs) GROUP 2: Continuing Students Fully Matriculated*... May 7-13 GROUP 3: New & Returning Students Fully Matriculated*... May For Fall week classes, turn to the next page. LAST DAY TO Appeal Priority Registration... March 25 Prerequisite Clearance/Challenge Petition... Aug 21 Recency Petitions... Fri, Aug 21 Third Attempt Petitions... Fri, Aug 21 Add/Audit traditional classes online... Sun, Aug 30 in-person... Fri, Sept 11 Drop classes with a refund/no fee owed... Fri, Sept 11 Drop classes w/o a W... Fri, Sept 11 Drop classes with a W... Fri, Nov 20 File for Pass/No Pass (formerly Credit/NoCredit )... Fri, Sept 11 GETTING STARTED Dates to Know GROUP 4: Students without enrollment priority*... May 25 - June 3 GROUP 5: High School Special K-12 admits... June 8 New & Returning students applying after April 16th... June 4 Residency Determination Date... Aug 30 *In order to maintain your registration appointment time, you must be in good standing, have fewer than 100 degree applicable units, and if required, be fully matriculated (by April 16, 2015). Orientation, Assessment, and Counseling, and possibly a CSEP (see page 47). GRADUATION PETITION ACCEPTED... APRIL 27 - NOV 13 COLLEGE IS CLOSED Labor Day... Sept 7 Veterans Day... Nov 11 Thanksgiving Holiday... Nov Special Registration Hours:... Aug 24 -Sept 11 Mon - Thur: 8:30 am - 7:00 pm Fri: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm FINAL EXAMS... DEC Full Final Schedule on Page 36 DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE. SUMMER BRIDGE STARTS JUNE 15 A great way to get started for new students who are recently out of high school and others Program includes English & Personal Development classes that focus on career exploration, selecting a major, and academic success. Participants will also receive the Student Education Plans required to receive priority registration and guaranteed enrollment in 12 units for the Fall There s 1

4 Fall ST 8 WEEK Fall ND 8 WEEK This calendar is for classes that meet 4 days per week. If your class is not scheduled for 4 days per week, check with the instructor for the deadline dates. This calendar is for classes that meet 4 days per week. If your class is not scheduled for 4 days per week, check with the instructor for the deadline dates. SESSION 1... AUG 31 - OCT 25 LAST DAY TO Apply In-Person... Now Appeal Priority Registration... Wed March 25 Prerequisite Clearance/Challenge... Fri, Aug 21 Recency Petitions... Fri, Aug 21 Third Attempt Petitions... Fri, Aug 21 Add/Audit classes online... Sun, Aug 30 in-person... Tues, Sept 8 Drop classes with a refund/no fee owed... Tues, Sept 8 Drop classes w/o a W... Tues, Sept 8 Drop classes with a W... Fri, Oct 9 File for Pass/No Pass (formerly Credit/NoCredit )... Tues, Sept 8 SESSION 2... OCT 26 - DEC 20 LAST DAY TO Apply In-Person... Now Appeal Priority Registration... Wed March 25 Prerequisite Clearance/Challenge... Fri, Aug 21 Recency Petitions... Fri, Aug 21 Third Attempt Petitions... Fri, Aug 21 Add/Audit classes online... Sun, Oct 25 in-person... Mon, Nov 2 Drop classes with a refund/no fee owed... Mon, Nov 2 Drop classes w/o a W... Mon, Nov 2 Drop classes with a W... Fri, Dec- 4 File for Pass/No Pass (formerly Credit/NoCredit )... Mon, Nov 2

5 MATH 115 Elementary Algebra 5 Units MATH 125 Intermediate Algebra 5 Units MATH 215 Principles of Mathematics I 3 Units UC:CSU For prospective elementary school teachers and those, such as music, P.E. or English majors who need one math class. WLAC MATH SEQUENCE OR OR MATH 105 Arithmetic 3 Units - NDA MATH Units MATH Units Pre Algebra MATH 123A Elementary & Intermediate Algebra I 4 Units MATH 123B Elementary & Intermediate Algebra II 4 Units MATH 123C Elementary & Intermediate Algebra III 4 Units Required for Associate s Degree To earn a bachelor s degree at CSU, students must either pass a CSU math test at the Math 125 level or pass a math course beyond Math 125. MATH 227 Statistics 4 Units UC:CSU Required by some CSU s for business or social science majors. Usually required for psychology and sociology majors. MATH 245 College Algebra 3 Units UC:CSU 200 Level-CSU transferable. MATH 263 Calculus III 5 Units UC:CSU MATH 275 Ordinary Differential Equations 3 Units UC:CSU May be taken concurrently with MATH 263. MATH 241 Trigonometry With Vectors 4 Units CSU MATH 260 Pre-Calculus 5 Units UC:CSU MATH 261 Calculus I 5 Units UC:CSU MATH 262 Calculus II 5 Units UC:CSU MATH 235 Finite Mathematics 5 Units UC:CSU May be taken concurrently with MATH 236. MATH 270 Linear Algebra 3 Units UC:CSU May be taken concurrently with MATH 263. MATH ASSESSMENT available through the Matriculation Office in SSB, (310) NOTE: Prerequisites should have been completed within the past two years. MATH 100 is a Math Workshop for all levels of Math. This sequence is being phased out. Contact the Math Division Chair for more info. MATH 117 Basic Elementary Algebra I 5 Units MATH 118 Basic Elementary Algebra II 5 Units MATH 127 Basic Intermediate Algebra I 5 Units MATH 128 Basic Intermediate Algebra II 5 Units MATH 236 Calculus for Business and Social Science 5 Units UC:CSU May be taken concurrently with MATH 235.

6 ENGLISH COURSE SEQUENCE ENGLISH Units AA Requirements ENGLISH 28 3 Units ENGLISH 21 3 Units ENGLISH 20 A 3 Units ENGLISH 102 ENGLISH 103 SUPPORT ENGLISH 67 Writing Lab 0.5 Units ENGLISH 94 Intensive Grammar Review 3 Units ENGLISH 127 Creative Writing ENGLISH 203 World Literature I ENGLISH 204 World Literature II ENGLISH 205 English Literature I ENGLISH 206 English Literature II ENGLISH 209 CA Literature ENGLISH 215 Shakespeare ENGLISH 219 The Literature of American Ethnic Groups ENGLISH 239 Women in Literature ENGLISH 233 American-Jewish Literature ENGLISH 234 African-American Literature ENGLISH 270 Science Fiction ENGLISH 240 Literature and the Motion Picture I ENGLISH 275 CA Literature in the CA Labor Movement Academic English for Multilingual Students ESL COURSE SEQUENCE CHECK COURSE LISTING FOR DETAILS AND OTHER INFORMATION ESL LEVEL 1, 2, 3 & 4 AT WEST COMPLETED AT CULVER CITY ADULT SCHOOL OR WEST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACADEMY WEST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE ASSESSMENT FOR ESL Accelerated ESL Choices! ESL LEVEL 5 Low Intermediate ESL LEVEL 6 Intermediate ESL 5A Writing & Grammar (6 units) ESL 6A Writing & Grammar (6 units) ESL 6B Reading & Vocabulary (3 units) Personal Dev. 40 (UC:CSU) College Success Seminar (3 units) ADVANCED ESL 8 Writing & Grammar (6 units) COMM 121 (UC:CSU) Interpersonal Communication (3 units) ENGLISH 101

7 SUMMER 2015 How to Read the Schedule of Classes PREREQUISITE Complete any prerequisite classes before enrolling in this class COREQUISITE A course required to be taken in conjunction with another course. SECTION NUMBER AND indicates MULTIPLE SESSIONS FOR A CLASS. You must attend all sessions scheduled. COURSE COURSE COURSE NAME NUMBER TITLE UNITS ENGLISH 700 COLLEGE READING AND COMPOSITION I (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: Completion of English 699 with a grade of C or better or appropriate placement level demonstrated through the English assessment process. COREQUISITE: English 701. DESCRIPTION: English 700 is the composition course that transfers to four-year colleges and universities :00-9:25 MW N.M. LINCKE IVIC CE :00-9:25 TTh D.S. OSMAN CE :35-10:40 F N. LINCKE IVIC CE 205 AND 11:00-12:05 Sat. N. LINCKE IVIC CE 205 AND 1:05 hrs/wk TBA N. LINCKE IVIC CE :45-10:00 M M.J. FENTRESS CE :45-10:00 W D. OSMAN CE :45-2:55TWTh H.B. LONG B5 102 (Section no is an 8 Week Class - Starts 9/2/08, Ends 10/25/08) :15 hrs/wk TBA S. FLOYD ONLINE TRANSFERABILITY UC - Acceptable for credit, Univ. of California CSU - Acceptable for credit, Calif. State Univ. NDA - Non-Degree Applicable CAN - Course Articulation Number of UCs & CSUs BUILDING & ROOM NUMBER EVENING CLASSES in bold SHORT-TERM CLASSES in italics shows start & end dates CLASS TIME DAYS CLASS INSTRUCTOR ONLINE CLASSES in italics MEETS hrs/wk TBA = Hours to be arranged. Contact instructor or department e.g. 3:15 hrs/wk = 3 hours & 15 minutes per week

8 visit for schedule updates SUMMER CLASSES meet JUNE 15 - JULY 26 unless otherwise noted FINALS occur during the last class session ACCOUNTING Business Division Aracely Aguiar, Acting Chairperson ACCOUNTING UNITS INTRODUCTORY ACCOUNTING I (UC:CSU) NOTE: Same as Accounting 21 plus Accounting 22. DESCRIPTION: This course emphasizes basic accounting theory and practices which include an analysis of records of original entry and their relationship to the general ledger, controlling accounts and their subsidiary ledgers, the voucher system, periodic adjustments, worksheets, fi nancial statements, and closing the ledger :05 hrs/wk TBA G. LUDWIG ONLINE (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) SUMMER BRIDGE STARTS JUNE 15 A great way to get started for new students who are recently out of high school and others Program includes English & Personal Development classes that focus on career exploration, selecting a major, and academic success. Participants will also receive the Education Plans required to receive priority registration and guaranteed enrollment in 12 units for the Fall There s even off-campus fi eld trips! ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE Behavioral & Social Sciences Division Charles Stapleton, Chairperson Course Advisors: Administration of Justice: Corey Williams Corrections/Probation: George Yan ALSO SEE CORRECTIONS, FIRE TECHNOLOGY and POLICE SCIENCE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 001 INTRODUCTION TO ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This is a survey course that covers the philosophy and history of law enforcement, and an overview of crime and the criminal law and the three basic components of the criminal justice system: the police, courts, and corrections will be examined. In addition, career opportunities in all aspects of law enforcement will be presented :00-10:05 MTWTh G.G. YAN GC :50 hrs/wk TBA C. FLOURNOY-WILLIAMS ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 002 CONCEPTS OF CRIMINAL LAW (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course covers the basic principles of the English common law with a special emphasis on sections of the California Penal Code most frequently used by police offi cers. Topics will include the elements of the major crimes and the substantive law :50 hrs/wk TBA C. FLOURNOY-WILLIAMS ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) FOR MORE INFO OR TO APPLY: p. (310) e. Summer-Bridge@WLAC.edu 18 GO WEST. GO FAR.

9 2015 SUMMER CLASSES AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES Behavioral & Social Sciences Division Charles Stapleton, Chairperson AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES 004 THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN IN THE HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES I (UC:CSU) NOTE: See also History 41. This course can be taken in lieu of History 11 or 43. Credit not granted for African American Studies 4 if credit is obtained in History 11 or 43. DESCRIPTION: A survey of the African American from the Colonial Era to the Civil War :20-12:25 MTWTh R. OLIVAS GC 350 ANATOMY Science Division Dr. Abraha Bahta, Chairperson ANATOMY UNITS INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN ANATOMY (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITES: Biology 3A and Biology 3B (or equivalent) with a grade of 'C' or better. RECOMMENDED: English 28, Math 115. NOTE: Lecture - 3 hours, Laboratory - 3 hours. DESCRIPTION: This course presents the structure of the human body by subdividing it into individual body systems. It is intended to meet the requirements for students entering Nursing, Dental Hygiene or Occupational Therapy; and for students majoring in Physical Education :20-2:45 MTWTh P. ZUK MSA 212 ANTHROPOLOGY ART Humanities & Fine Arts Division Michael Arata, Chairperson ART 101 SURVEY OF ART HISTORY I (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course introduces the student to some of the great civilizations of the world. The beliefs and aspirations of such cultures as ancient Egypt and Greece, as well as Africa, India, and pre-conquest Mesoamerica will be revealed through a study of their visual arts :00-10:05 MTWTh J.T. COLE GC :20-12:25 MTWTh D. HARVEY GC :50 hrs/wk TBA B.J. OLSON ONLINE :50 hrs/wk TBA L.E. BLAKE ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) ASTRONOMY Science Division Dr. Abraha Bahta, Chairperson ASTRONOMY 001 ELEMENTARY ASTRONOMY (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: A conceptual survey of the basic principles and science of astronomy. Topics include the history of astronomy, the solar system, the Sun, galaxies, cosmology, and life in the universe :50 hrs/wk TBA E.A. BELL ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) Behavioral & Social Sciences Division Charles Stapleton, Chairperson Course Advisor: Dr. Aimee Preziosi ANTHROPOLOGY 101 HUMAN BIOLOGICAL EVOLUTION (UC:CSU) NOTE: This course satisfi es Area 5 (Physical & Biological Sciences) requirements for the IGETC. DESCRIPTION: Anthropology 101 presents the scientifi c approach in unraveling the mystery of the evolution of humankind through investigation of human fossil remains (e.g. the 3.5 million-year-old footprints and the 'Lucy' skeleton of East Africa), making use of recent DNA research -- much of it coming out of the Human Genome Project -- and by looking at studies of monkeys and apes so we can better assess our relationship to the other primates. The course examines the dynamic relationship between humans and their environment, and explores scientifi c explanations for human variation :50 hrs/wk TBA A. PREZIOSI ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) 19

10 visit for schedule updates BIOLOGY Science Division Dr. Abraha Bahta, Chairperson BIOLOGY 003A INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY (UC:CSU) COREQUISITE: Biology 003B. RECOMMENDED: English 28, Math 105. DESCRIPTION: This is a course in the fundamental characteristics of all living organisms and is designed to fulfi ll a laboratory science requirement. Students should be enrolled concurrently in a lecture (3A) and lab (3B) section lec 8:00-10:05 MTWTh V. MIRMOVITCH MSA 005 BIOLOGY 003B INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY (UC:CSU) COREQUISITE: Concurrent enrollment in Biology 3A required. RECOMMENDED: English 28, Math 105. DESCRIPTION: The lab portion emphasizes the diversity of living organisms lab 10:20-12:25 MTWTh V. MIRMOVITCH MSA lab 10:20-12:25 MTWTh T.V. LIAO MSA 203 BIOLOGY 208 PHARMACOLOGY (CSU) PREREQUISITE: Chemistry 50 or 61. DESCRIPTION: This course presents the basic principles of pharmacology including the pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, adverse reactions, and contra-indications of selected drug groups. Emphasis will be placed on those drug groups especially relevant to dental practice including analgesics, sedatives, local anesthetics, nitrous oxide, anti-infectives, antibiotics, and anti-viral drugs. In addition, the most common classes of drugs the dental patient is taking in the management of common diseases and disorders will be covered, including autonomic drugs, cardiovascular drugs, antihistamines, anti-infl ammatory drugs, and anti-neoplastic drugs lec 12:40-2:45 MW S.A. FINK MSA 005 AND lec 4:10 hrs/wk TBA S.A. FINK ONLINE Section 8510 will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown. Open to Dental Hygiene and other students interested in the health fi eld. (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) BUSINESS Business Division Aracely Aguiar, Acting Chairperson BUSINESS 001 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS (UC:CSU) NOTE: Students who are Business majors or who are considering a change to that major are advised to take this course as a foundation. DESCRIPTION: It is a survey of the fundamental aspects of all phases of business including entrepreneurship alternative, management/leadership, marketing, accounting, law, fi nancial management and institutions, investing through the securities market, and challenges facing global markets :50 hrs/wk TBA STAFF ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) BUSINESS 005 BUSINESS LAW I (UC:CSU) NOTE: Same as Law 1. DESCRIPTION: This course covers the essentials of the law of contracts: agency, employment, personal property, bailment, sales, and real property in their application to everyday problems pertaining to business and to the individual. Elementary safeguards regarding sales and sales contacts are covered :50 hrs/wk TBA STAFF ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) CHEMISTRY Science Division Dr. Abraha Bahta, Chairperson CHEMISTRY UNITS FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY I (UC:CSU) RECOMMENDED: One year of high school Algebra or Mathematics 115. NOTE: Lecture: 3 hours; Laboratory and/or discussion and quiz: 4 hours. DESCRIPTION: A descriptive course in general, organic, and biological chemistry. This course is designed for Nursing and other Allied Health majors. Students in elementary education or liberal arts can also enroll in this class lec 9:35-12:25 MTWTh A. BAHTA MSA 003 AND lab 12:40-2:45 MTWTh M. GHEBREAB MSA 402 CHEMISTRY UNITS INTRODUCTION TO GENERAL CHEMISTRY (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: One year of high school Algebra or Mathematics 115. DESCRIPTION: This basic chemistry course presents elementary principles of general chemistry, including nomenclature and problem solving. For students whose previous chemistry background is inadequate for Chemistry 101. Chemistry 60 is also recommended for students who have been away from high school chemistry for two or more years lec 11:10-1:15 MTWTh O.C. GARCIA MSA 003 AND lab 1:25-2:50 MTWTh O.C. GARCIA MSA 003 AND lab 3:00-4:15 MTWTh O.C. GARCIA MSA GO WEST. GO FAR.

11 2015 SUMMER CLASSES CHEMISTRY UNITS ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FOR SCIENCE MAJORS I (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: Chemistry 102 with a grade of "C" or better. DESCRIPTION: The student is introduced to molecular structure, bonding, stereochemistry and functional group chemistry with emphasis on mechanisms. In the laboratory, the essential skills of preparation, isolation, purifi cation and identifi cation of organic compounds are presented lec 8:00-9:10 MTWThF M. ALEMAYEHU MSA 111 AND lab 9:40-12:10 MTWThF M. ALEMAYEHU MSA 412 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) CHEMISTRY UNITS DIRECTED STUDY - CHEMISTRY (CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course allows students to pursue directed study in Chemistry on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising instructor lec 9:35-11:40 F A. BAHTA MSA 405 AND lec 3:50 hrs/wk TBA A. BAHTA MSA 405 CHILD DEVELOPMENT Behavioral & Social Sciences Division Charles Stapleton, Chairperson stapleb@wlac.edu For Program Information Contact: Marlene Shepherd, shephemt@wlac.edu Dolores Gallegos, gallegd@wlac.edu CHILD DEVELOPMENT 001 CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT (UC:CSU) RECOMMENDED: For those interested in professions involving children. NOTE: It is recommended that all Child Development students take the Math and English assessment placement test before or concurrently with this course. NOTE: This course is a prerequisite for Child Development 3, 4, 7, 8, 22 and 23. Required for Teaching Permit. DESCRIPTION: This is an introductory Child Development course covering the theoretical concepts of human development, focusing on growth and development from conception through adolescence. The physical, cognitive and psychosocial domains of development as well as the ways in which nature and environment infl uence growth will be studied within cultural and family context :50 hrs/wk TBA STAFF ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) CHILD DEVELOPMENT 002 EARLY CHILDHOOD: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES (CSU) PREREQUISITE: Verifi cation of an annual tuberculosis test. NOTE: This course is a prerequisite for Child Development 3, 4, 7, 8, 22 and 23. Required for Teaching Permit. DESCRIPTION: The student becomes aware of various types of educational programs available to children ages 0-8 years of age. The student will be exposed to career opportunities, the role and responsibilities of a teacher and age appropriate curriculum in Early Childhood programs. The student will study the fi eld from historical and cultural perspectives. The student will study the curriculum components and teaching modalities that are critical in an early learning program :20-12:25 MTWTh STAFF GC 110 COMMUNICATION STUDIES Language Arts Division Frances Leonard, Chairperson As of Fall 2013, Speech courses are listed as Communication Studies. COMMUNICATION STUDIES 101 PUBLIC SPEAKING (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course offers training in the theory of speech communication and practice in effective preparation of planned and spontaneous public speeches. ADVISORY: English :00-10:05 MTWTh L. ALEXANDER GC 340 COMMUNICATION STUDIES 121 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This is an advanced course in the analysis of the principles and signifi cance of interpersonal social interactions in all areas of life. Perception, building positive relationships, personal disclosure, self-fulfi lling prophecies, effective listening, communication apprehension, verbal and non-verbal communication, the impact of gender and culture on communication, expressing emotion, assertiveness, aggression, and confl ict management will be examined :50 hrs/wk TBA L. ALEXANDER ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) COMPUTER SCIENCE- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Computer Science and Applications Division Anna Chiang, Chairperson, ChiangA@wlac.edu Division Website: Find the Computer Science recommended course sequence in the fall classes section CO SCI 901 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND THEIR USE (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: The course introduces students to fundamental 'Computer Literacy' concepts. Students will learn to use Windows 7 on the PC-compatible computers as well as MS Offi ce 2013, a word processing program (MS WORD), a spreadsheet program (MS EXCEL), MS PowerPoint and Database (MS Access). This class is intended for students requiring 'hands-on' knowledge of computer applications. This class will be accepted as a prerequisite for all advanced applications classes listed under CSIT and CAOT :20-12:25 TTh A.S. CHIANG CE 225 AND 4:10 hrs/wk TBA A.S. CHIANG ONLINE Section 8525 will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown. ( See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) 21

12 visit for schedule updates CO SCI 902 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE (UC:CSU) (RPT 2) DESCRIPTION: This course introduces students to fundamental concepts of computer science and programming. Applications will NOT be taught. Programming will be introduced with the BASIC/Visual Basic programming language. This class is intended for Computer Science, Engineering, Math and Science majors. It is a prerequisite for all CSIT programming classes and is acceptable as a prerequisite for application classes :45-8:50 TTh M. PATEL CE 225 AND 4:10 hrs/wk TBA M. PATEL ONLINE Section 8527 will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown. (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) UPWARD BOUND :00-10:15 MTWTh K.M. TAIRA CE 103 CO SCI 939 PROGRAMMING IN C (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: CSIT 902 or equivalent experience. DESCRIPTION: This course introduces object-oriented programming in the C++ language using the Visual C++ compiler. It is assumed that students understand fundamental algorithm design. This course concentrates on the C++ language and objectoriented programming :45-9:35 TTh A.C. PATIL CE 105A AND 5:50 hrs/wk TBA A.C. PATIL ONLINE This section will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown. (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) CO SCI 991 COMPUTER LABORATORY RECOMMENDED: CS972, CS987 or Equivalent Experience. DESCRIPTION: This is an intermediate to advanced networking lab for any current or previous Cisco and VMware students. The primary goal is to help students prepare for their Cisco ICND/CCNA or VMware VCA/VCP5-DCV certifi cations. Cisco students will perform routing (1841, 1941, 2811) and switching (2960, 3560) labs, as well as, review Ethernet, IPv4, IPv6, NAT, VLANs, STP, OSPF, EIGRP, and security concepts. VMware students will conduct labs and review concepts related to installation, confi guration and management of ESXi servers and vcenter. Instructor will conduct weekly boot-camp exam prep sessions. Lab assignments can be scheduled and conducted independently. All students will have 24/7 Internet access to real Cisco hardware and VMware ESXi based-pods. DENTAL HYGIENE Allied Health Division Carmen Dones, Chairperson Carmen Dones, Director of Dental Hygiene donescm@wlac.edu DENTAL HYGIENE 097 SPECIAL PROJECTS IN DENTAL HYGIENE (RPT 3) PREREQUISITE: Permission of the Instructor. Open to enrolled Dental Hygiene students or graduates of an approved Dental Hygiene Program. DESCRIPTION: This course allows Dental Hygiene students and graduates to pursue Special Projects in Dental Hygiene on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising instructor :50 hrs/wk TBA J. OGAMI AVILA CLINIC ECONOMICS Behavioral & Social Sciences Division Charles Stapleton, Chairperson Course Advisor: Dr. Meric Keskinel ECONOMICS 001 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS I (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: Mathematics 115 or higher. DESCRIPTION: Explores the decision-making process of the individual, the fi rm, and the industry when confronted with scarcity. Topics include: forms of business organizations, the role of government in the economic system, and labor-management relations :50 hrs/wk TBA M. KESKINEL ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) ECONOMICS 002 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS II (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: Mathematics 115 or higher. NOTE: Economics 1 is not a prerequisite for Economics 2. DESCRIPTION: This course explores the causes of unemployment, infl ation, dollar depreciation, economic stagnation, as well as policy changes. Topics include: the national income, business fl uctuations, the fi nancial system, public fi nance and international economics :50 hrs/wk TBA M. KESKINEL ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) :45-8:00 TTh M.E. BUTLER CE 106A AND 2:50 hrs/wk TBA M.E. BUTLER ONLINE Section 8530 will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown. (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) 22 GO WEST. GO FAR.

13 2015 SUMMER CLASSES ENGLISH Language Arts Division Frances Leonard, Chairperson Find the English recommended course sequence in the fall classes section ENGLISH 021 ENGLISH FUNDAMENTALS (NDA) PREREQUISITE: Taking the English Assessment Test for appropriate placement. DESCRIPTION: English 21 is a reading and writing course that gives students practice in developing clear compositions as they respond to a variety of reading materials :00-9:25 MTWTh K. MANNER GC 150 This class is paired with a Personal Development class as part of the SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM. Enrollment is by add card only. Please contact the Outreach Offi ce at for more information. (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/15, ends 8/9/15) :00-9:25 MTWTh A.D. ALEXANDER GC 320 This class is paired with a Personal Development class as part of the SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM. Enrollment is by add card only. Please contact the Outreach Offi ce at for more information. (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/15, ends 8/9/15) ENGLISH 028 INTERMEDIATE READING AND COMPOSITION PREREQUISITE: Completion of English 21 with a grade of 'C' or better or appropriate placement level demonstrated through English assessment process. DESCRIPTION: English 28 gives students practice in paragraph construction and essay writing, with an emphasis on critical thinking and critical reading of nonfi ction essays and books :20-11:45 MTWTh J. PILARO GC 160 This class is paired with a Personal Development class as part of the SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM. Enrollment is by add card only. Please contact the Outreach Offi ce at for more information. (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/15, ends 8/9/15) :20-11:45 MTWTh C.T. NORRIS-BELL GC 340 This class is paired with a Personal Development class as part of the SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM. Enrollment is by add card only. Please contact the Outreach Offi ce at for more information. (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/15, ends 8/9/15) :20-11:45 MTWTh STAFF TBA This class is paired with a Personal Development class as part of the SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM. Enrollment is by add card only. Please contact the Outreach Offi ce at for more information. (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/15, ends 8/9/15) :20-12:25 TTh R.L. SPRAGUE GC 240 AND 4:10 hrs/wk TBA R.L. SPRAGUE ONLINE Section 8556 will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown. (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) ENGLISH 101 COLLEGE READING AND COMPOSITION I (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: Completion of English 28 or ESL 8 with a grade of 'C' or better or appropriate placement level demonstrated through the English assessment process. DESCRIPTION: This is a college-level freshman composition course which focuses on expository writing and argumentation and requires the writing of a minimum of 6000 words in essays and a research paper. Students study a variety of texts written at the college level, including literature, that refl ect current academic concerns relating to issues of language, ethnicity, class, gender, identity, psychology, and cultural studies. The course is intended for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university :00-10:05 MTWTh S. FLOYD GC :20-12:30 TTh K. BOUTRY GC 250 AND 4:20 hrs/wk TBA K. BOUTRY ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) ENGLISH 102 COLLEGE READING AND COMPOSITION II (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: English 101 with a grade of 'C' or better. DESCRIPTION: 'We tell stories in order to live,' says California writer Joan Didion. Learn to analyze and write critical essays on short stories, the novel, poems, and plays that refl ect a range of human experience :20-12:25 TTh L.A. CORDOVA GC 150 AND 4:10 hrs/wk TBA L.A. CORDOVA ONLINE Section 8563 will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown. (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) ENGLISH 103 COMPOSITION AND CRITICAL THINKING (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: English 101 with a grade of 'C' or better. DESCRIPTION: This course, which meets the transfer critical thinking requirement, is designed to develop transfer-ready critical thinking, reading, and writing skills beyond the level achieved in English 101. Based on college-level readings, the course will focus on the development of logical reasoning and analytical and argumentative writing skills with a minimum of words of student writing submitted over the semester :00-10:05 MTWTh C.T. NORRIS-BELL GC :50 hrs/wk TBA K.E. MANNER ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) SUMMER BRIDGE A great way to get started for new students who are recently out of high school and others...see page 18 23

14 visit for schedule updates ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Language Arts Division Frances Leonard, Chairperson Find the ESL recommended course sequence in the fall classes section ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE 006B COLLEGE ESL VI: READING AND VOCABULARY PREREQUISITE: Completion of ESL 5A with a grade of 'C' or better or appropriate placement level demonstrated through ESL assessment process. RECOMMENDED: ESL 6A. DESCRIPTION: 006B is a course in reading skills and systematic vocabulary building, with an emphasis on academic material. This course is good for multilingual learners :20-12:25 MTWTh N.A. SANDER GC 230 FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES Behavioral & Social Sciences Division Charles Stapleton, Chairperson Course Advisor: Dr. Marlene Shepherd, shephemt@wlac.edu FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 021 NUTRITION (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course deals with basic concepts of human nutrition throughout life, aimed at achieving and maintaining optimum health. Food compositions and the nutritional aspects of food preparation are explored :50 hrs/wk TBA M.T. SHEPHERD ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) FILM PRODUCTION Humanities & Fine Arts Division Michael Arata, Chairperson Program Advisors: Laura Peterson, (310) or petersl@wlac.edu Kevin Considine, (310) or considk@wlac.edu the aesthetics and techniques of set decorating. Students will learn the important skills all set dressers must have, from using tools, rope and knots to setting up, moving and maintaining a set and everything on it, to understanding where to fi nd the furniture, props, greens, and other materials used in this craft. Coursework will cover the basics of set decoration, crew dynamics, fi lm/tv production, set protocol, and workplace safety. Participants must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs to take this course :00-1:50 MTW K. CONSIDINE AT A214 FILM PRODUCTION 385 DIRECTED STUDY--FILM/TV PRODUCTION CRAFTS (RPT 3) DESCRIPTION: Students who have mastered the skills taught in an individual craft/technician course are encouraged to pursue directed studies related to their area of specialization. In a Directed Study, students are required to attend periodic meetings on campus as well as submit written reports, presentations, and career development exercises that will help chart their progress and develop their resume and job skills in preparation for entering the professional workforce :50 hrs/wk TBA J.S. PFEIFFER AT A218 GEOLOGY Science Division Dr. Abraha Bahta, Chairperson GEOLOGY 001 PHYSICAL GEOLOGY (UC:CSU) NOTE: Geology 1 and Geology 6 taken together fulfi ll a laboratory science course. DESCRIPTION: Minerals, rock types, geologic landforms, volcanoes, earthquakes, and continental drift are emphasized :20-12:25 MTWTh B. WOLDEHAIMANOT MSA 307 GEOLOGY UNITS PHYSICAL GEOLOGY LABORATORY (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: Geology 1 or concurrent enrollment in Geology 1. DESCRIPTION: Practical and laboratory exercises in mineral and rock identifi cation and the interpretation of topographic and geologic maps :40-3:30 TWTh B. WOLDEHAIMANOT MSA 307 GEOLOGY UNITS DIRECTED STUDY - GEOLOGY (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: The course allows students to pursue directed study in Geology on a contract basis with, and under the direction of a supervising instructor :40-2:45 F B. WOLDEHAIMANOT MSA 307 AND 4:05 hrs/wk TBA B. WOLDEHAIMANOT ONLINE Section 8574 will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown. (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) FILM PRODUCTION UNITS SET DRESSING CRAFTS (RPT 3) PREREQUISITE: Film Production 100 (6 units) Introduction to Film, TV, and Stage Production Crafts. DESCRIPTION: This course provides an introduction to 24 GO WEST. GO FAR.

15 2015 SUMMER CLASSES HEALTH Dance, Health & Kinesiology Division Jane Witucki, Chairperson HEALTH 011 PRINCIPLES OF HEALTHFUL LIVING (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course will survey information regarding personal and community health and basic principles of healthful living. Such subjects as stress management, substance abuse, chronic diseases, and reproductive health, nutrition, exercise, mental health and personal care will be covered. Recommend taking English 101 before enrolling :20-12:25 MTWTh B. PFIFFNER GC :00-3:05 MTWTh A. LULEJIAN GC :50 hrs/wk TBA M.M. SMITH ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) HEALTH OCCUPATIONS Allied Health Division Carmen Dones, Chairperson HEALTH OCCUPATIONS UNITS MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES II (RPT 1) DESCRIPTION: This course covers the role of the medical assistant, medical ethical and legal implications, and offi ce procedures including patient processing, reception, appointment scheduling, telephone techniques, interpersonal relations, basic computer usage, written communication, records management and insurance/billing :20-7:50 MTWTh Y. BOGHOS SC 105 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) HEALTH OCCUPATIONS UNITS PRACTICUM FOR THE MEDICAL ASSISTANT (RPT 2) DESCRIPTION: This course provides introductory practical experience in a health care setting for the Medical Assistant. Student will have observational and supervised work assignments and community service opportunities :00-12:15 Fri/Sat. Y. BOGHOS CLINIC AND 12:15-1:45 Fri/Sat. J.C. CASTILLO CLINIC (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) HISTORY Behavioral & Social Sciences Division Charles Stapleton, Chairperson HISTORY 011 POLITICAL AND SOCIAL HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES I (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: A survey of political, economic, cultural and foreign policy areas of America from its roots in Europe through Reconstruction :00-10:05 MTWTh J.R. OLIVAS GC 410 HISTORY 041 THE AFRICAN AMERICAN IN THE HISTORY OF THE U.S. I (UC:CSU) NOTE: See African American Studies 4. DESCRIPTION: A survey of the African American from the Colonial Era to the Civil War :20-12:25 MTWTh J.R. OLIVAS GC 350 HUMANITIES Humanities & Fine Arts Division Michael Arata, Chairperson YOU MIGHT ALSO BE INTERESTED IN: Anthropology - Human Ways of Life -or- Anthropology - Religion, Magic & Witchcraft. HUMANITIES 031 PEOPLE IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: Cultural survey from the 15th century to the present with emphasis upon the intellectual and artistic heritage :50 hrs/wk TBA A. PARSA ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) KINESIOLOGY Dance, Health & Kinesiology Division Jane Witucki, Chairperson KINESIOLOGY 245 BODY DYNAMICS SKILLS (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course combines aerobics with weight training and stretching for overall conditioning. Body mechanics, nutrition and diet information will also be provided :00-8:45 MTWTh C. MATSUHARA FIELD AND 8:45-9:20 MTWTh C. MATSUHARA PECN 14 KINESIOLOGY 251 YOGA SKILLS (UC:CSU) NOTE: All sections are for beginning and continuing students. DESCRIPTION: An ancient form of movement involving prescribed postures and breathing techniques. Yoga helps to promote strength, fl exibility, coordination and balance. See Kinesiology 351 for additional Yoga classes :00-2:15 MTWTh J.C. HAMMOND FA 104 KINESIOLOGY 329 BODY CONDITIONING (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course uses a variety of exercises to help the student achieve their physical fi tness goal. Students will establish a workout program they can use for the rest of their lives. Exercises are drawn from a number of different sources such as yoga, weight training and resistance training :20-12:25 MTWTh M.M. MILLER PECS A (6 Week Class - Starts 7/6/2015, Ends 8/16/2015) 25

16 visit for schedule updates KINESIOLOGY ATHLETICS Dance, Health & Kinesiology Division Jane Witucki, Chairperson KINESIOLOGY ATHLETICS 552 INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS-CONDITIONING & SKILLS TRAINING (UC:CSU) (RPT 3) DESCRIPTION: This course is designed for the student athlete and will cover physical conditioning, strength training and aerobic conditioning :00-3:05 MTWTh A.N. DE SERIERE FIELD (6 Week Class - Starts 7/6/2015, Ends 8/16/2015) Section 2755 is Women s Soccer :30-4:20 MTWTh M.M. MILLER FIELD AND 4:30-5:35 MTWTh M.M. MILLER PECN 13 (6 Week Class - Starts 7/6/2015, Ends 8/16/2015) Section 2955 is Football. LAW Business Division Aracely Aguiar, Acting Chairperson ALSO SEE PARALEGAL LAW 001 BUSINESS LAW I (UC:CSU) NOTE: This course is the same as Business 5. Credit is not granted for students enrolled in or with credit for Business 5. DESCRIPTION: Essentials of the law of contracts, of its application to everyday problems pertaining to business and to the individual are covered. Elementary safeguards regarding sales and sales contracts are also considered. Case discussion and lecture method are utilized :50 hrs/wk TBA N. JACOBSON ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) LAW 002 BUSINESS LAW II (UC:CSU) NOTE: A maximum of one course from Law 1 or 2 is acceptable for UC transfer. DESCRIPTION: This course covers essentials of the laws of negotiable instruments, security devices, partnerships, corporations, estates and bankruptcy in their application to everyday problems of business :50 hrs/wk TBA N. JACOBSON ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) LEARNING ASSISTANCE, SUPERVISED Library & Learning Resources Division Ken Lin, Chairperson LEARNING ASSISTANCE, SUPERVISED 001T 0.00 UNITS LEARNING ASSISTANCE, SUPERVISED (NDA) (RPT 9) DESCRIPTION: No-cost academic help in a variety of subject matters. Students work one-on-one or in small groups with tutor-coaches. All tutoring/learning assistance/academic coaching is FREE to West students :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC LIRL (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC LIRL (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC LIRL (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC LIRL (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC LIRL (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC LIRL (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC LAB (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC FLR1 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC FLR1 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) Section #8960 is for General Subject Tutoring :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC FLR1 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) Section #8963 is for the HLRC1 Trio computer lab :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC FLR1 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) Section #8964 is for the HLRC1 Trio computer lab :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN CE 101 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) Section #8966 is a Computer Science lab :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN CE 103 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) Section #8967 is a Computer Science lab :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN HLRC WLAB (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) Section #8970 is an on-campus writing lab, fi rst fl oor HLRC :00 hrs/wk TBA K.M. TAIRA CE 105A (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA L.S. PETERSON AT A228 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA C.M. DONES ROOM TBA (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) 26 GO WEST. GO FAR.

17 2015 SUMMER CLASSES :00 hrs/wk TBA K. CONSIDINE AT A228 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN ONLINE (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) Section #8971 is an online writing lab :00 hrs/wk TBA K.J. LIN ONLINE (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) Section #8961 is for online General Subject Tutoring. (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) MATHEMATICS Mathematics Division Matthew Robertson, Chairperson Math 117 and 118 together are the equivalent of Math 115. Math 127 and 128 together are the equivalent of Math 125. Math 123A, B and C are equivalent to the Math Math 125 sequence. For continuing students - Elementary Algebra (115 or 118) is required for A.A. degree. For new students Fall 2009 and later - Intermediate Algebra (125 or 128) is required for A.A. degree. Find the Mathematics recommended course sequence in the fall classes section MATHEMATICS 105 ARITHMETIC (NDA) DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to give the student an understanding of and a competency in the basic operations of elementary arithmetic. Topics include operations with whole numbers, common and decimal fractions, percentages, and simplifi ed calculations :00-10:05 MTWTh T.S. OEPOMO MSA 006 MATHEMATICS 112 PRE-ALGEBRA (NDA) PREREQUISITE: Mathematics 105 with a grade of 'C' or better, or appropriate placement level demonstrated through math assessment process. DESCRIPTION: This course bridges the gap between arithmetic and algebra. It reviews arithmetic and introduces concepts of algebra including signed numbers, variables, exponents, mathematical sentences and linear equations :00-10:05 MTWTh P.H. LEE MSA :00-9:05 MTWTh J. GHARAMANIANS MSA 009 MATHEMATICS UNITS ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA PREREQUISITE: Mathematics 112 with a grade of 'C' or better, or appropriate placement level demonstrated through math assessment process. DESCRIPTION: This is a fi rst course in algebra. It covers the fundamental operations on natural numbers and carries on a logical development through all the real numbers. The course includes the solution of linear and quadratic equations and their graphs, factoring and statement problems :40-3:15 MTWTh M. MOVSISYAN MSA 006 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) MATHEMATICS 123A 4.00 UNITS ELEMENTARY AND INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA I DESCRIPTION: First of three modules for Math 123 covering elementary algebra topics such as properties and operations with real numbers, addition, subtraction, multiplication of algebraic expressions, solution of linear equations and inequalities. Solution of word problems involving linear equations and inequalities :20-12:25 MTWTh J.L. JENSON MSA 006 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) MATHEMATICS 123B 4.00 UNITS ELEMENTARY AND INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA II DESCRIPTION: Second of three modules for Math 123 covering elementary algebra topics such as addition, subtraction, multiplication of polynomials, solution of second degree equations and radical expressions. Solution of word problems involving second degree equations and radical expressions :00-10:05 MTWTh C.Y. HUANG MSA 109 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) MATHEMATICS UNITS INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA PREREQUISITE: Mathematics 115 or 118 with a grade of 'C' or better, or appropriate placement level demonstrated through math assessment process. DESCRIPTION: Manipulative skills in algebra are developed and strengthened in this course. The topics include rational exponents, the complete number system of algebra, algebraic and graphical solutions to linear and quadratic equations, logarithmic and exponential functions, elementary theory of equations and inequalities and conics :20-12:55 MTWTh B.E. BLUSTEIN MSA 109 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :30-9:05 MTWTh H. FEINER MSA 109 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) MATHEMATICS UNITS STATISTICS (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: Mathematics 125 or equivalent, with a grade of 'C' or better, or appropriate placement level demonstrated through math assessment process. DESCRIPTION: This course is an introduction to probability, measures of central tendency and dispersion, descriptive and inferential statistics including sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, chi-square and test, linear correlation and regression analysis :45-12:50 MTWTh B. CARTY MSA 202 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00-9:05 MTWTh B.T. BAYSSA MSA 202 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) MATHEMATICS UNITS TRIGONOMETRY WITH VECTORS (CSU) PREREQUISITE: Mathematics 125 or equivalent with "C" or better, or appropriate placement level demonstrated through math assessment process. DESCRIPTION: This course of analytical trigonometry includes solutions of triangle problems, radian measure, graphs of trigonometric functions, trigonometric equations, identities, polar coordinates, inverse trigonometric functions, complex numbers and vectors :00-9:05 MTWTh T. HARJUNO MSA 109 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) 27

18 visit for schedule updates MATHEMATICS UNITS CALCULUS I (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: Mathematics 260 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better or appropriate placement level demonstrated through math assessment process. NOTE: First course in a three semester unifi ed treatment of calculus. DESCRIPTION: Students learn basic principles and applications of calculus :00-11:30 MTWTh M.A. ALWASH GC 310 (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) MEDICAL ASSISTING Allied Health Division Carmen Dones, Chairperson SEE HEALTH OCCUPATIONS MICROBIOLOGY Science Division Dr. Abraha Bahta, Chairperson MICROBIOLOGY UNITS GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: College Biology. RECOMMENDED: English 28. NOTE: Lecture-3 hours, laboratory-3 hours. DESCRIPTION: This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles of microbiology. The course is designed for students preparing for programs in nursing, dental hygiene and other Allied Health fi elds. The laboratory portion of the course covers microscopic and cultural techniques for studying and identifying micro-organisms :00-12:25 MTWTh K. MARTIN MSA 204 MUSIC Humanities & Fine Arts Division Michael Arata, Chairperson MUSIC 101 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: Basics of musical notation, rhythm, scales, keys, intervals, common musical terms and elementary keyboard are studied. For non-music majors :20-12:25 MTWTh J.E. SWEENEY GC 320 MUSIC 111 MUSIC APPRECIATION I (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: A survey of a wide variety of musical styles. Emphasis is on perceptive listening along with expository readings. Additional time may be required in the HLRC on audio-visual and computer-assisted instructional materials :00-10:05 MTWTh J. WHITE GC 470 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Counseling Division Sherron Rouzan, Chairperson PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT UNITS COLLEGE SURVIVAL (CSU) (RPT 1) DESCRIPTION: This course will enable students to survive and succeed in a college program. Emphasis will be placed on making informed decisions, developing study skills, learning productive time management techniques, fi nancial planning, and other personal skills :20-11:10 MTWTh STAFF GC 130 This class is paired with an English class as part of the SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM. Enrollment is by add card only. Please contact the Outreach Offi ce at for more information. (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :20-11:10 MTWTh STAFF GC 350 This class is paired with an English class as part of the SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM. Enrollment is by add card only. Please contact the Outreach Offi ce at for more information. (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :20-12:35 MW STAFF GC 150 AND 0:50 hrs/wk TBA STAFF ONLINE Section 8583 will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown. BROTHERHOOD CRUSADE :00-12:25 F STAFF BROH CRUS AND 2:05 hrs/wk TBA STAFF ONLINE (6 Week Class - Starts 7/6/2015, Ends 8/16/2015) Section 8582 will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown. (See Page 151 for off-campus address.) PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT UNITS CAREER PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT (CSU) DESCRIPTION: Personal Development 8 is an introduction to career planning and is designed for students who are contemplating vocational choices. The focus is on a comprehensive career and personal evaluation, the development of an appropriate educational plan, and the ability to develop a personal career strategy :40-2:30 TTh STAFF GC 140 AND 1:50 hrs/wk TBA STAFF ONLINE Section 8584 will be offered in a hybrid format, which requires students to do part of their work online. On-campus meetings will be held at the times shown :50 hrs/wk TBA J.E. SWEENEY ONLINE 28 GO WEST. GO FAR.

19 2015 SUMMER CLASSES PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 020 POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION: THE SCOPE OF CAREER PLANNING (UC:CSU) RECOMMENDED: Personal Development 008 should be taken prior to Personal Development 020. DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with the information to make appropriate educational, career and lifestyle choices. Topics examined include educational programs and their requirements, career resources and the career decision-making process, career planning, personal assessment, steps for success, values clarifi cation, exploring personality and interests, skills assessment, the world of work, career options, making decisions, job search, preparing a winning resume, interviewing skills, and strategies for managing your career. Students will design their own educational plan :50 hrs/wk TBA STAFF ONLINE PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 040 COLLEGE SUCCESS SEMINAR (UC:CSU) RECOMMENDED: Personal Development 005 should be taken prior to Personal Development 040. DESCRIPTION: This course will examine issues related to higher education that impact student success. Topics will include an overview of academic success skills, value and purpose of higher education, diversity in higher education, learning styles and memory, WLAC college policies and resources, health and wellness issues, decision making, factors that impact lifelong learning, effective oral, interpersonal and written communication strategies, critical thinking, career exploration and educational planning :00-9:25 MTWTh STAFF GC 140 This class is paired with an English class as part of the SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM. Enrollment is by add card only. Please contact the Outreach Offi ce at for more information. (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00-9:25 MTWTh STAFF GC 130 This class is paired with an English class as part of the SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM. Enrollment is by add card only. Please contact the Outreach Offi ce at for more information. (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :00-9:25 MTWTh STAFF GC 250 This class is paired with an English class as part of the SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM. Enrollment is by add card only. Please contact the Outreach Offi ce at for more information. (8 Week Class - Starts 6/15/2015, Ends 8/9/2015) :50 hrs/wk TBA STAFF ONLINE SUMMER BRIDGE A great way to get started for new students who are recently out of high school and others...see page 18 PHILOSOPHY Humanities & Fine Arts Division Michael Arata, Chairperson PHILOSOPHY 006 LOGIC IN PRACTICE (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to foster critical thinking skills, without exclusively appealing to the traditional techniques of formal logic. A number of general issues connected with rational criticism of arguments are explored. These include a discussion of the special features associated with critical thinking in different fi elds of argumentation and a discussion of fallacies as non-formal failures in the process of reasoning :50 hrs/wk TBA R. MAYOCK ONLINE PHYSIOLOGY Science Division Dr. Abraha Bahta, Chairperson PHYSIOLOGY UNITS INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY (UC:CSU) PREREQUISITE: Anatomy 1 with a grade of 'C' or better. RECOMMENDED: English 101 and Chemistry 51. NOTE: Lecture - 3 hours; Laboratory - 3 hours. DESCRIPTION: This course presents the physiological processes of the human body. It is intended to meet the requirements of students majoring in Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Physical Education, and Life Sciences, or for those who wish to expand their knowledge of the human body beyond the scope of introductory biology :00-12:25 MTWTh S.A. FINK MSA 211 POLITICAL SCIENCE Behavioral & Social Sciences Division Charles Stapleton, Chairperson Course Advisors: Jack Ruebensaal POLITICAL SCIENCE 001 THE GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course studies the United States political system: theory, structure, functions of national, state and local government. Meets U.S. Constitution requirement :50 hrs/wk TBA S. KHOROOSHI ONLINE :50 hrs/wk TBA S. KHOROOSHI ONLINE (See pages for more information about ONLINE Classes.) 29

20 visit for schedule updates For more information on these and other services, visit Services For Students in this schedule or online at Transfer Assistance Counseling: West s counselors can help you develop your Student Educational Plan to meet your transfer goals. Transfer Center: The Transfer Center provides up-to-date information on transfer and admissions requirements for universities around the country as well as information on university majors, financial aid, and support services. Meet with UCLA peer advisors and representatives from other universities. EOP&S provides special academic and financial support services to economically disadvantaged students who have university transfer as a goal. Transfer Honors Program participants receive priority admissions consideration to selected prestigious four year institutions including UCLA. Program participants work with faculty mentors, participate in field trips, and hear from a variety of guest speakers. Child Care The campus Child Development Center offers studentparents quality, licensed care in a modern childcare facility and early childhood education for their youngsters during day and evening classes. Library Services West s Library provides access to reserve text books, research materials and computers. Instruction on how to use the library, conduct research, search the internet and create bibliographies is available. Tutoring Students may obtain tutoring in a variety of subjects on the first floor of the Library building (HLRC). Day and evening assistance is available. PSYCHOLOGY Behavioral & Social Sciences Division Charles Stapleton, Chairperson Course Advisor: Dr. Carrie Canales PSYCHOLOGY 001 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY I (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: The course presents a survey of scientifi c theories, research and fi ndings in behavior, including such topics as personality, perception, memory, motivation, emotion, learning, intelligence, consciousness, thinking, human relationships, abnormal behavior, and an overview of what psychologists do :50 hrs/wk TBA C.J. CANALES ONLINE PSYCHOLOGY 014 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: This course deals with maladaptive behavior of human beings. Topics covered include history of abnormal psychology, classifi cations, clinical frameworks, causal factors, treatment and outcomes of mental illness, assessment utilizing the DSM-IV, therapy, and prevention. Major categories of mental disorders are presented including mood, anxiety, stress, somatoform, dissociative, psychosexual, personality, and schizophrenia :50 hrs/wk TBA C.J. CANALES ONLINE SOCIOLOGY Behavioral & Social Sciences Division Charles Stapleton, Chairperson SOCIOLOGY 001 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY (UC:CSU) DESCRIPTION: Introduction to the systematic study of groups and societies humans build and how these infl uence our behavior. This includes the study of social structure, social inequality, social institutions, and the changing shape of society :20-12:25 MTWTh N.E. BARRAGAN GC 470 Financial Assistance Millions of dollars go unused because students like you do not apply for financial aid to assist with tuition, books and living expenses. Financial aid includes Fee Waivers, Grants and Scholarships - these never have to be repaid - as well as low interest loans. For low income students, EOP&S, CARE and Workforce Development are additional sources of financial assistance. 30 GO WEST. GO FAR.