This course introduces the history, structure, function, economics, content and evolution of radio, television, film, the Internet, and new media, including traditional and mature formats. The social, political, regulatory, ethical and occupational impact of the electronic media are also studied. Topics covered include technological development, programming, ratings, social, legal and economic aspects of broadcasting in America, and cross-cultural, international comparisons. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

The course provides computer-assisted instruction in basic academic skills and test preparation. We will help to eliminate barriers to access, and provide support systems to accommodate diverse learning styles, respect diversity and inclusion of students with differing abilities and backgrounds. The course may include fundamental word processing to assist students in completion of classroom assignments such as homework and term papers. This course is a place for students to receive the additional help they need to succeed in their classes.

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.