Summer College Class Descriptions

3 Units  |  CSU and UC Transferability
No Meetings  |  Online
This course offers an introduction to the history and philosophy of the administration of justice system as it has evolved over time. The course studies in-depth the American system of criminal justice and its various subsystems; the roles and role expectations of criminal justice agents; theories and concepts of crime, crime causation, punishment, rehabilitation, victimization, and disparity in treatment of offenders; local and federal court systems; and ethics, education, and training for professionalism in the criminal justice system. C-ID: AJ 110

3 Units  |  CSU and UC Transferability 
TTh  |  11 am - 3:10 pm  |  LSB 104
This course is an integrated survey of the major principles of biology. General topics include molecular and cell biology, physiology, genetics, ecology/environmental science and evolution. This course is recommended for students seeking to fulfill the general education requirement in life sciences or as an introductory course for students pursuing advanced study in the life sciences and related fields. Credit may be earned in either BIO 1 or 1H, but not both

1 Unit  |  CSU and UC Transferability  |  Prior completion of, or concurrent enrollment in BIO 1 or BIO 1H
MW  |  10 am - 2:05 pm  |  LSB 110
This is a laboratory survey of the major principles of biology. It is the recommended course to accompany BIO 1 or BIO 1H. Topics include the application of laboratory equipment and procedures to the investigation of biological systems from the biochemical, cellular, organismal, ecological, and evolutionary perspective. Students may take BIO 1L concurrently with the BIO 1 or BIO 1H lecture or after, but not prior to either.

4 Units  |  CSU Transferability
MW  |  9  - 11:35 am  |  Online
This beginning course provides an introduction to computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for Information Technology (IT) professionals. The fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as advanced concepts such as security, networking, and the responsibilities of an IT professional will be introduced. This course is designed to prepare students for the CompTIA A+ certification exams. C-ID: ITIS 110

3 Units  |  CSU Transferability
TTh  |  9 - 11:40 am  |  Online
This course introduces social media tools used for marketing in business. Topics include uses, ethics, and guidelines for social networking, and online marketing channels. Students create a social media marketing campaign through the use of Web applications, such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. CIM 117 is also listed as ENTR 117; credit will be given in either area, not both.

3 Units  |  CSU and UC Transferability
No Meetings |  Online
A survey in business providing a multidisciplinary examination of how culture, society, economic systems, legal, international, political, financial institutions, and human behavior interact to affect a business organization’s policy and practices within the U.S. and a global society. Demonstrates how these influences impact the primary areas of business including: organizational structure and design; leadership, human resource management, organized labor practices; marketing; organizational communication; technology; entrepreneurship; legal, accounting, financial practices; the stock and securities market; and therefore affect the ability of a business to achieve its organizational goals. C-ID: BUS 110

3 Units  |  CSU and UC Transferability
No Meetings |  Online
This course traces the development and history of rock music in the United States. Students study musical, sociological and political aspects of rock music as well as important people, ensembles, and institutions of the genre. The course includes a general study of musical elements such as melody, harmony, rhythm and orchestration as they pertain to the diverse styles of rock music. Attendance at live concerts may be required.

3 Units  |  CSU and UC Transferability
(61260) TTh  |  9 - 11:05 am  |  Online
(61820) No Meetings |  Online
This course is an introduction to the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. Credit may be earned in either PSYC 1 or 1H, but not both. C-ID: PSY 110

3 Units  |  CSU and UC Transferability
MW  |  9 - 1:05 pm  |  LA 206
An introductory course in college composition, concentrating on analysis and interpretation. Students read a variety of texts and write essays in response to issues and concerns derived from a critical reading of those texts. Credit in either WR 1 or 1H, but not both. C-ID: ENGL 100

4 Units  |  CSU and UC Transferability  |  *For Biotechnology Pathway students from Northwood and Portola 
TTh  |  9 - 12:15 pm  |  LSB 220
This course addresses the application of chemical principles to biological systems, especially at the cellular level of structure and function. Essential topics include the nature of biologically important solutions and colloids; structure, functions and interactions of biological macromolecules; interactions of biological molecules in formation and functions of biological membranes; intracellular metabolism and enzyme functions; and genetic control of biological functions. The course is intended for health science students who have no previous background in sciences. Students can receive credit in Bio 10 or Biot 71 but not both.