In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: SPCH M01.

Provides an introduction to various topics in computer science. Discusses computer hardware, computer operating systems, algorithms, computer programming, computer networks, the Internet, databases, ethical issues, and current events which involve technology issues. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: UC Credit Limitations - CS M01 and CS M125 combined: maximum credit, 4 units.

Provides an overview of the fundamentals of importing and exporting goods with an emphasis on export-related programs and the network of government support agencies that are involved in international trade. Focuses on finding new market segments overseas, logistics, documentation, contract administration, terminology, quality control, and payment procedures. Recommended Prep: BUS M30, BUS M70, and ENGL M01A or ENGL M01AH. Transfer credit: CSU.

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. Emphasizes expository writing and research, demonstrating principles of thesis and support, rhetorical organization, control of diction, clear sentence and paragraph construction, and command of the conventions of English usage. Develops analytical and interpretive reading skills. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: Placement as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process. 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. Emphasizes expository writing and research, demonstrating principles of thesis and support, rhetorical organization, control of diction, clear sentence and paragraph construction, and command of the conventions of English usage. Develops analytical and interpretive reading skills. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: Placement as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.