This course is intended for students with learning disabilities or other written language difficulties. Course will include instruction in basic sentence writing skills including subject/verb identification, writing and recognizing simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex sentences, and the punctuation appropriate to each. Focus will be on utilizing the Writing Process to write strong paragraphs, with solid introduction, supporting sentences and a conclusion. Students will examine examples of various writing styles to determine what works, and what doesn't work when writing in each style. Commitment will be given to building an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment that supports the growth and success of all students.

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.

The course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations including both quantitative and qualitative methods as well as applications from a variety of disciplines. The course introduces the theoretical aspects of differential equations, including establishing when solution(s) exist, and techniques for obtaining solutions, including series solutions, and singular points, Laplace transforms and linear systems. Prerequisites: MATH R121. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This class is an introduction to principles, elements and practices of painting. Students will focus on the exploration of painting materials, perceptual skills and color theory, paint mixing and technique as well as creative responses to materials and subject matter. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This course provides training and practice in basic principles of effective oral communication through participation in public speaking, group discussion, and oral reading. It emphasizes being at ease in front of, and with, a group, and developing constructive attitudes, organized thinking, proper use of voice and body, and critical listening. Field trips may be required. Additional Catalog Notes: Prior to Common Course Numbering, this course was known as COMM R101.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. 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.