This course provides study of literature combined with instruction in critical thinking and composition. The course emphasizes understanding and writing about literature using principles of logical analysis, criticism, advocacy of ideas, and inductive and deductive reasoning. Students will examine assumptions upon which conclusions are based and recognize common logical errors of language and thought. Instruction is offered in advanced elements of style and organization. Application of critical thinking skills and logical methodology to the various literary genres will achieve a disciplined understanding of the material. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of C or “P” or better. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H. Transfer credit: CSU;UC.

In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. This is an honors course. Honors work challenges students to be more analytical and creative through expanded assignments, and enrichment opportunities. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of "C" or better or “P.” Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENGL C1000 as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Prior to Common Course Numbering, this course was known as ENGL R101H.

In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of C or “P” or better. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Prior to Common Course Numbering, this course was known as ENGL R101.

This class is an introduction to the chairside dental assistant, preparing the patient for dental treatment, positioning of the patient, operator and assistant for four-handed and six-handed dentistry. Students will learn how to obtain patient health history and vital signs, treatment planning and data gathering. In addition, instrument grasp/transfer, triplex syringe use, oral evacuation and retraction will be taught. Identification and use of hand instruments, equipment maintenance, tub, tray and cassette set-ups of the basic general dental procedures will be learned. Corequisites: DA R010 and DA R011 and DA R012 and DA R013, and DA R015. Recommended Prep: High School Diploma or GED and ENGL R101 or ENGL R101H.

This course teaches the dental assistant the rules and regulations in a dental office that are required by the federal, state and local regulations concerning the handling of hazardous chemicals, employee safety and waste management. Corequisites: DA R010 and DA R011 and DA R012 and DA R014 and and DA R015. Recommended Prep: High School Diploma or GED and ENGL R101 or ENGL R101H.