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 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.

This course is offered by the Oxnard College Cisco Networking Academy. It covers foundation-level computer networking including cabling, network topologies, local area networks (LANs), Ethernet, switching, routing, IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, TCP/IP protocols, and the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Model. The fundamentals of wireless networking and network security are also covered in this course. Through hands-on labs, students will develop practical networking skills and learn to troubleshoot common network issues. This is one of the essential courses to take on the pathway toward preparation for the Cisco CCNA certification and is an appropriate first course to take in the CNIT program. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU. Formerly: ENGT R120.