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 course takes a process-based approach to developing academic writing and critical reading skills. Students practice generating ideas, drafting, and revising to communicate effectively across audiences and purposes. Working with both low-stakes assignments and formal academic genres such as synthesis-driven arguments, literature reviews, and analytical essays, students develop analytical and collaborative skills through active engagement in the writing process. Students transform writing between scholarly and popular modes while integrating diverse sources as evidence. Through structured peer review and instructor feedback, students develop reading and revision strategies for writing across disciplines. The course includes multiple formal writing assignments totaling 5000 words. Notes: Prior to Common Course Numbering, this course was known as ENGL V01A. Prerequisites: Placement as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: ENGL 1A.

This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. Notes: Prior to Common Course Numbering, this course was known as PSY V01. Field trips may be required. Recommended Prep: ENGL V02 or eligibility to enroll in English Composition (ENGL C1000) as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: PSY V01.

Prepares the student to render pre-hospital basic life support at the scene of an emergency, during transport of the sick, injured or during inter-facility transfer. Applies the theory of patient assessment and emergency care presented in skills lab setting in a mock casualty emergency situation. Provides skills training and clinical experience in an emergency room and/or on an emergency vehicle. Materials Fee: There is a materials fee for this course. The fee varies based on market value. Corequisites: EMT M01. Recommended Prep: NS M19. Transfer credit: CSU. Notes: Successful completion of this course and EMT M01 will prepare the student to take the National Registry of EMT (NREMT) Basic Exam (providing all other state requirements are met); students are required to bring a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) CPR card to the first day of class to remain enrolled in the class; due to clinical facility requirements, students must be 18 years old by the first day of class; evidence of current health insurance and clearance of health appraisal, background check, and drug screening are required prior to clinical rotations and for continued enrollment in the course. Formerly: HS M24L.

Introduces college information, resources, and skills that promote student success. Presents the history of Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) and the role of past and current theory on social justice and advocacy that strengthens EOPS. Covers campus resources, and strategies to navigate the college system such as the college catalog, website, portal, and university websites. Provides instruction on educational planning to reach certificate, degree, and transfer goals. Identifies student learning challenges and examines study skill strategies to ensure student success. Offered on pass/no pass basis. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes:

The course provides exploration of physiological bases of behavior. Topics include: neural impulses and sensory processes, neural basis of reinforcement, electrical stimulation of the brain, memory, learning, emotion, biofeedback, split-brain studies, and research on right and left hemispheres. Emphasis is on current research findings as well as ethical standards and implications. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: PSYC C1000 or PSYC C1000H. Transfer credit: CSU;UC.