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ADDENDUM – NO. 1JUNE 1, 2014

1ADDENDUM - June 1, 2014 American River College Catalog 2014-2015

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This addendum to the 2014-15 American River College Catalog contains important changes and additions. This addendum was updated after the 2014-2015 American River College Catalog went to press in March.

General Education.................................................................................. page 2Student Learning Outcomes

Accounting ............................................................................................. page 5New Department Certificate Programs

Electronics .............................................................................................. page 6New Certificate Program

Fire Technology ...................................................................................... page 7New Department Certificate Programs

Music ..................................................................................................... page 8New Transfer Degree: Music A.A. for Transfer

Natural Resources .................................................................................. page 9New Certificate Programs

Political Science ................................................................................... page 13New Transfer Degree: Political Science A.A. for Transfer

Theatre Arts .......................................................................................... page 14New Transfer Degree: Theatre Arts A.A. for Transfer

Welding ................................................................................................ page 15New Certificate Program

Corrections ........................................................................................... page 162014-2015 College Catalog corrections

New Courses ........................................................................................ page 18New courses added to the 2014-2015 College Catalog

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General Education

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The primary function of education is to transmit from each generation to the next the knowledge and skills requisite to enlarge the comprehension of our place in the universe. General Education gives breadth to the college experience, enhances the ability to learn and develops critical thinking skills.

American River College is committed to the principle of providing general education which includes: Humanities, Languages and Rationality, Living Skills, Natural Sciences, Social and Behavioral Sciences and Ethnic/Multicultural Studies. All of these are basic and necessary to participate in and contribute to a balanced life in a democratic society that is diverse in its social, cultural and educational backgrounds.

Description of General Education Areas and Alignment with Institutional Student Learning Outcomes*

Humanities (3 units minimum)

Courses in the humanities are those which study the cultural activities and artistic expressions of human beings. To satisfy the general education requirement in the humanities, a course should help the student develop an awareness of the ways in which people throughout the ages and in different cultures have responded to themselves and the world around them in artistic and cultural creation and help the student develop an aesthetic understanding and an ability to make value judgments. This category includes introductory or integrative courses in the arts, foreign languages, literature, philosophy, religion, and related disciplines.

Institutional Student Learning Outcomes aligned with Humanities• Demonstrate skills and behaviors which contribute to open

and respectful communication of diverse ideas and beliefs.• For students earning degrees, demonstrate an understanding

of the basic content and methodology for the major areas of knowledge, including the arts and humanities, quantitative reasoning, the natural sciences, and the social sciences.

Languages and Rationality (6 units: 3 units each from (a) and (b))

Courses in language and rationality are those which use and examine principles and guidelines of clear and logical thinking and communication. Courses in this category should build upon rather than remediate verbal and quantitative skills.

a) EnglishComposition:Coursesfulfillingthewrittencomposition requirement should include both expository and argumentative writing.

b) CommunicationandAnalyticalThinking:Coursesfulfillingthe communication and analytical thinking requirement include oral and written communication, mathematics, logic, statistics, computer language and programming, and related disciplines.

Institutional Student Learning Outcomes aligned with Languages and Rationality English Composition component of the Language and Rationality general education requirement: • Utilize a variety of methods to communicate effectively.• Locate and critically evaluate information from a variety

of sources, including those accessed through technology, to create informed responses to issues, problems, and challenges.

Communication and Analytical Thinking component of the Language and Rationality general education requirement • Utilize a variety of methods to communicate effectively.• Locate and critically evaluate information from a variety


• For students earning degrees, demonstrate an understanding of the basic content and methodology for the major areas of knowledge, including the arts and humanities, quantitative reasoning, the natural sciences, and the social sciences.

Living Skills (3 units minimum)

One physical education activity course (with ADAPT, DANCE, FITNS, PACT, SPORT, or TMACT designators) must be taken in this area and a minimum of 2 units from the other courses included in this category. Adapted physical education courses are available for students with documented physicaldisabilities.TheseAdaptedcourseswillfulfillthegraduation requirement.

Courses in this area may be selected from a number of different disciplines that help students to acquire skills and knowledge to understand themselves as whole persons (integral to their environment). This category includes the study of courses that develop and maintain personal, social, physical and emotional well-being. It is the intent that this area includes such courses as health education, human sexuality, marriage and family, nutrition, and personal adjustment.

Institutional Student Learning Outcomes aligned with Living Skills• Demonstrate and employ marketable skills and personal

qualities for professional growth and career advancement.• Demonstrate skills and behaviors which contribute to open

and respectful communication of diverse ideas and beliefs.• Utilize a variety of methods to communicate effectively.• Employ strategies to work cooperatively and effectively with

others.• Locate and critically evaluate information from a variety


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Natural Sciences (3 units minimum)

Courses in the natural sciences are those which examine the physical universe, its life forms and its natural phenomena. To satisfy the general education requirement in natural sciences, a course should help the student develop an appreciationandunderstandingofthescientificmethod,and encourage an understanding of the relationships between science and other human activities. This category includes introductory or integrative courses in astronomy, biology, chemistry, general physical science, geology, physical geography, physical anthropology, physics and other scientificdisciplines.

Institutional Student Learning Outcomes aligned with Natural Sciences• Locate and critically evaluate information from a variety



Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 units minimum)

Courses in the social and behavioral sciences are those which focus on people as members of society. To satisfy the general education requirement in social and behavioral sciences, a course should help the student develop an awareness of the method of inquiry used by the social and behavioral sciences. It should stimulate critical thinking about the ways people act and have acted in response to their societies and should promote appreciation of how societies and social subgroups operate. This category includes introductory or integrative survey courses in anthropology, economics, history, political science, psychology, sociology and related disciplines, exclusiveofthosewhichfulfilltheAmericanInstitutionsrequirement.

Institutional Student Learning Outcomes aligned with Social and Behavioral Sciences• Demonstrate skills and behaviors which contribute to open

and respectful communication of diverse ideas and beliefs.• Utilize a variety of methods to communicate effectively.• Employ strategies to work cooperatively and effectively with




American Institutions Requirement (3 units minimum)

Courses in American Institutions are those which focus on the historical development of American institutions and ideals, the operation of representative democratic government under the Constitution of the United States, and the principles of state and local government established under the Constitution of this State. To satisfy the general education requirement in American Institutions, a course should help the student develop an appreciation and understanding of the basic institutions, ideals, knowledge, and skills necessary for intelligent and loyal citizenship. It should stimulate critical thinking, problem solving, and literacy skills in regard to American historical, political, governmental, economic, social, and intellectual issues as they relate to both domestic and foreign affairs. This category includes introductory or integrative survey courses in history and political science which qualify under the guidelines of either "a" or "b" below.

a) Any course which addresses the historical development of American Institutions and ideals, inclusive of the following:

1) Significanteventsoccurringintheentireareanowincludedinthe United States of America, including the relationships of regions within that area and with external regions and powers as appropriate to the understanding of those events within the United States during the period under study.

2) The role of major ethnic and social groups in such events and the contexts in which the events have occurred.

3) The events presented within a framework which illustrates the continuity of the American experience and its derivation from other cultures including consideration of three or more of the following: politics, economics, social movements, and geography.

b) Any course which addresses the U.S. Constitution, representative democratic government operation, and the process of California State and local government, inclusive of the following:

1) The political philosophies of the framers of the Constitution and the nature and operation of United States political institutions and processes under that Constitution as amended and interpreted.

2) The rights and obligations of citizens in the political system established under the Constitution.

3) The Constitution of the State of California within the framework of evolution of Federal-State relations and the nature and processes of State and local government under that Constitution.

4) Contemporary relationships of State and local government withtheFederalgovernment,theresolutionof conflictsand the establishment of cooperative processes under the constitutions of both the State and nation, and the political processes involved.

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Institutional Student Learning Outcomes aligned with American Institutions • Utilize a variety of methods to communicate effectively.• Employ strategies to work cooperatively and effectively with



• Recognize the responsibility to behave as an ethical citizen, contributing personal knowledge, resources, and skills for the benefitof thelocalandlargercommunities.


Ethnic/Multicultural Studies

Ethnic studies will be offered in at least one of the required general education areas

StudentsmayfulfilltheDistrict'sEthnic/MulticulturalStudies course requirement through completion of one 3 unit course.Significantandsubstantialelementsofthecoursemustexaminemulticulturalmattersasspecifiedbythecriteria below.• Thecourseexaminessignificantaspectsof culture,

contributions, and social experiences of under-represented ethnic/racial minority groups in the United States such as: African American, Asian American, Chicano, Latino, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans; Non-western, Non-Eurocentric cultures.

• The course examines multiple groups, one of which may include European Americans and is comparative in nature.

• The course should include analysis of ethnicity, ethnocentrism, and/or racism, and how they shape and explain ethnic experience.

Institutional Student Learning Outcomes aligned with Ethnic/Multicultural Studies• Demonstrate skills and behaviors which contribute to open

and respectful communication of diverse ideas and beliefs.• For students earning degrees, demonstrate an understanding

of the basic content and methodology for the major areas of knowledge, including the arts and humanities, quantitative reasoning, the natural sciences, and the social sciences.

Note: * In November 2013, American River College approved revisionstothecollege'sInstitutionalStudentLearningOutcomes. These revisions included Institutional Student Learning Outcomes subsuming General Education Student Learning Outcomes.

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Area: Business & Computer ScienceDean: Dr. Derrick BoothPhone: (916) 484-8361Counseling: (916) 484-8572

Department Certificates: Tax Specialist I Tax Specialist II

The certificates listed here are additions to the Catalog 2014-2015.For other programs in Accounting, please see Catalog 2014-2015, page 65.

Tax Specialist I CertificateThiscertificateprovidesoccupationaltrainingandeducationin small business accounting, computerized accounting and spreadsheet applications used in small business accounting, and basic federal payroll tax administration. It also includes federal and California individual income tax law, regulations, and tax return preparation.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• compile and maintain accounting records for a small business

through the use of accounting software. • construct computerized spreadsheets to accumulate,

summarize, and analyze accounting and tax information. • build payroll information from small business accounting

recordsandfilefederalpayrolltaxreturns.• generate an income statement, statement of owner’s equity,

and balance sheet for a small business. • prepare federal and California income tax returns. • assisttaxpayersinpreparingandelectronicallyfilingfederal

and California income tax returns. • apply professional ethical behavior in accounting, taxation,

and business.

Career OpportunitiesAccountingfirmsneedemployeeswhocanassistinthepreparation of accounting information for businesses and individuals for accurate and complete federal and California income and payroll tax returns. Employment outlook for the 2010-2020 period shows that the number of job openings for bookkeeping, accounting, and accounting clerk positions are in the top 25 of all occupations.

Requirements for Certificate 13.5 - 17.5 Units ACCT 101 Fundamentals of College Accounting (3) ............... 3 - 4 or ACCT 301 Financial Accounting (4) ACCT 125 Federal and State Individual Taxation ...........................4 ACCT 131 Fundamental Payroll Administration .........................1.5 ACCT 160 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (2) ..................... 1 - 41 or WEXP 498 Work Experience in (Subject) (1 -4) ACCT 341 Computerized Accounting ...........................................2 CISA 315 Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets .......................2

1Two hours of work experience (WEXP 498) must be in taxation.

Tax Specialist II CertificateThiscertificateisintendedforstudentswhohavecompletedtheTaxSpecialistICertificateandneedtoobtainahigherlevelofcompetencyinthefield.Itbuildsontheknowledge,skills,andabilitiesoftheTaxSpecialistIcertificatebyaddingcoursesincorporatefinancialaccounting,taxationof partnerships, corporations, estates, and trusts, payroll accounting, property taxation in California, and assisting individual taxpayers in the preparation of more complex federal and California income tax returns, as well as reviewing the income tax returns completed by other tax preparers.

Student Learning OutcomesUpon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• collectemployeeearningsinformationneededtofilefederal

and California payroll tax returns. • explain the requirements on businesses for reporting personal

property assets and assist in their valuation for taxing entities. • build accounting income, expense, and ownership

information needed to prepare entity income tax returns. • explain income tax requirements of entities including

partnerships, corporations, estates, and trusts. • assistindividualincometaxpayersinpreparingandfiling

more complex tax returns, including self-employment income, retirement income, itemized deductions, foreign tax credits and other credits.

• review the tax returns completed by other preparers.

Career OpportunitiesAccountingfirmsandbusinessesrequireemployeeswhocanassistinorprepareentity(business,non-profit,estate,and trust) and individual income tax returns, payroll, and personal property tax returns.

Requirements for Certificate 13 - 16 Units ACCT 122 Sales and Use Taxes ....................................................1 ACCT 128 Taxation of Corporations, Partnerships, Estates, and

Trusts ........................................................................4 ACCT 134 California Payroll Administration ..............................1.5 ACCT 161 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance II (2) .................. 1 - 41 or WEXP 498 Work Experience in (Subject) (1 -4) ACCT 301 Financial Accounting ...................................................4 PROPTX 311 Appraisal of Machinery & Equipment ........................1.5

1Two hours of work experience (WEXP 498) must be in taxation in addition to the taxation work experience completed in the Tax Specialist I Certificate.


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Basic Mechatronics

The certificate listed here is an addition to the Catalog 2014-2015.For other programs in ElectronicsTechnology, please see Catalog 2014-2015, page 185.

Basic Mechatronics CertificateThiscertificateprovidesintroductorytraininginthemultidisciplinaryfieldofmechatronicswhichcombinesmechanical and electronic technologies. Topics include introductory courses in electronics, programmable logic controllers, basic CAD design, and welding.

Career OpportunitiesThiscertificatepreparesstudentsforinternshipsandentry-level employment with local industries using mechatronic and design principles.


Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• integrate the basic principles of mechanical, electronic,

and electrical technologies into the design of mechatronic systems.

• evaluate mechanical and electrical solutions to technological problems.

• apply basic design techniques to develop technical design documents.

• design basic robotic and machine automation systems using mechatronic principles.

• create and evaluate welding projects in accordance with weldingproceduresandspecifications.

Requirements for Certificate 17 Units First Semester: DESGN 100 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) ......................................................3 ET 302 Principles of Electricity and Electronics .........................4 Second Semester: DESGN 302 Technical Documentation with CADD ...........................3 ET 197 Introduction to Mechatronics .......................................4 Any Semester: WELD 300 Introduction to Welding ................................................3

Area: Technical EducationDean: Gabriel MeehanPhone: (916) 484-8354Counseling: (916) 484-8572


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Training Instructor 1A CertificateThiscertificateisthefirstofathree-certificateseries. Topics include methods and techniques for training in accordance with the latest concepts in career education; selecting, adapting, organizing, and using instructional materials appropriate for teaching cognitive lessons; criteria andmethodstoevaluateteachingandlearningefficiency;and an opportunity to apply major principles of learning through teaching demonstrations. Two (2) student instructor teaching demonstrations are required of all.


Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• implement a variety of methods and techniques for training

in accordance with the latest concepts in career education • utilize information to select, adapt, organize, and apply

instructional materials appropriate for teaching cognitive lessons

• apply the criteria and methods to evaluate teaching and learningefficiency

• demonstrate how to apply major principles of learning through teaching presentations

Requirements for Certificate 1.5 Units FIRE 1650 Training Instructor 1A ..............................................1.5

Training Instructor 1B CertificateThiscertificateisthesecondofathree-certificateseries.Topics include methods/techniques for training with the latest concepts in career education; selecting, adapting, organizing, and using instructional materials appropriate for teaching psycho-motor lessons; criteria and methods to evaluateteachingandlearningefficiency;andanopportunityto apply major principles of learning through teaching demonstrations.


Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• assess the needs for and develop a complete technical course

forfireservicetraining• analyze, prepare, and deliver a technical lesson • develop student performance goals for each lesson plan • identify the principles of evaluation and prescriptive training • mentor instructional assistants • apply the major principles of learning through teaching two

live demonstrations • construct a written objective test

Requirements for Certificate 1.5 Units FIRE 1651 Training Instructor 1B ..............................................1.5

Training Instructor 1C CertificateThiscertificateisthethirdofathree-certificateseries.Topics include methods and techniques for developing lesson plans, ancillary components, and tests in accordance with the latest concepts in career education. This course offers theopportunitytodevelop,receivefeedback,andfinalizeinstructional materials, and deliver a teaching demonstration.


Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• implement a variety of methods and techniques for training

in accordance with the latest concepts in career education • utilize information to select, create, organize, and utilize

instructional materials appropriate for teaching cognitive lessons

• apply the criteria and methods to evaluate teaching and learningefficiency

• demonstrate how to apply major principles of learning through teaching presentations

Requirements for Certificate 1.5 Units FIRE 1652 Training Instructor 1C ..............................................1.5

Department Certificates: Training Instructor 1A Training Instructor 1B Training Instructor 1C

The certificates listed here are additions to the Catalog 2014-2015.For other programs in Fire Technology, please see Catalog 2014-2015, page 222.

Dean: Steven Segura Director: Albert IannonePhone: (916) 570-5000Counseling: (916) 484-8572


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Dean: Dr. Adam KarpPhone: (916) 484-8433Counseling: (916) 484-8572

Music A.A. for Transfer DegreeCompletion of this degree provides a foundation in music. Program offerings include course work in music theory and aural skills, applied composition, instrumental and vocal instruction, and ensemble performance.

The Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer provides studentswithamajorthatfulfillsthegeneralrequirementsof the California State University for transfer. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system.

The Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer (A.A.-T.) may be obtained by the completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum of a 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program outlined below (earning a C or better in these courses), and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education Breadth Requirements.


Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• analyze musical scores and compositions • critique personal music performances and those of other

musicians • analyze and perform the elements of music (rhythm, melody,

harmony, and form) • create derivative or original music at a level appropriate to the

area of specialization

Career Opportunities

Individuals with four-year degrees in music may be placed intheK-12educationalfieldaswellasperformersinprofessional music ensembles, directors for religious and community music groups, private music studio instructors, composers for media and publishing, music therapists, and administrative staff for music organizations. Advanced degrees in music may lead to careers as educators at the college or university level, performers, music directors, and music editors and journalists.

Core Requirements for Degree 20 UnitsMUFHL 400 Music Theory .............................................................4MUFHL 401 Music Theory .............................................................4MUFHL 410 Advanced Music Theory .............................................4MUFHL 411 Advanced Music Theory .............................................4MUIVI 420 Applied Music ...........................................................1MUIVI 421 Applied Music II .........................................................1MUIVI 422 Applied Music III ........................................................1MUIVI 423 Applied Music IV ........................................................1

Guitarists/Pianists/Composers 28 UnitsCore Requirements ...........................................................................20And a minimum of 8 units from the following: ...................................8MUP 310 Orchestra (2)MUP 311 Advanced Orchestra (1 - 2) MUP 320 Jazz Band (2) MUP 321 Advanced Jazz Band (1 - 2) MUP 330 Concert Band (2) MUP 331 Advanced Concert Band (1 - 2) MUP 340 Symphonic Band (2) MUP 341 Advanced Symphonic Band (1 - 2) MUP 350 Concert Choir I (2) MUP 352 Advanced Concert Choir (2) MUP 360 Chamber Singers (2) MUP 361 Advanced Chamber Singers (2) MUP 400 Vocal Jazz Ensemble (2) MUP 401 Advanced Vocal Jazz Ensemble (1 - 2)

Instrumentalists 28 Units Core Requirements ...........................................................................20And a minimum of 8 units from the following: ...................................8MUP 310 Orchestra (2)MUP 311 Advanced Orchestra (1 - 2) MUP 320 Jazz Band (2) MUP 321 Advanced Jazz Band (1 - 2) MUP 330 Concert Band (2) MUP 331 Advanced Concert Band (1 - 2) MUP 340 Symphonic Band (2) MUP 341 Advanced Symphonic Band (1 - 2)

Vocalists 28 Units Core Requirements ...........................................................................20And a minimum of 8 units from the following: ...................................8MUP 350 Concert Choir I (2) MUP 352 Advanced Concert Choir (2) MUP 360 Chamber Singers (2) MUP 361 Advanced Chamber Singers (2) MUP 400 Vocal Jazz Ensemble (2) MUP 401 Advanced Vocal Jazz Ensemble (1 - 2)

Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree Requirements: The Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer (AA-T) degree may be obtained by completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program, and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.

Degree: A.A. for Transfer Degree - Music

The program listed here is an addition to the Catalog 2014-2015.For other programs in Music, please see Catalog 2014-2015, page 353.


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Area: Science and EngineeringDean: Dr. Rina RoyPhone: (916) 484-8107Counseling: (916) 484-8572

Department Certificates: Environmental Conservation Technician: Conservation/Restoration Fisheries Forest/Rangeland Sustainability Vegetation Water Resources Wildlife

The certificates listed here are additions to the Catalog 2014-2015.For other programs in Natural Resources, please see Catalog 2014-2015, page 365.

Environmental Conservation Technician: Conservation/Restoration CertificateThiscertificateadvancestheunderstandingofecologicalsystems and their interrelationships, including those withhumansociety.Itfocusesonecology,fieldmethodsand study design, and conservation and management of ecosystems and natural resources, with an emphasis on environmental restoration theory and practice and global and emerging environmental and conservation issues. Topics include both the causes of ecological degradation and biodiversity loss, as well as the science of development, management, monitoring, and sustainability of restored environments. Conservation priorities and emerging environmental concerns are investigated, such as climate change, energy production, socioeconomic systems, human population, disease dynamics, species extinctions, invasive species, stresses on water resources and food-producing systems,and over-exploitation of natural resources. Emphasis is placed on development of strategies for the establishment of protected areas, monitoring and adaptive management, and conservation outside of protected areas, as well as an understanding of biodiversity at genetic, species, and community/ecosystem levels.Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• applythescientificmethodandcriticalanalysisto

environmental investigations • evaluate natural resource systems, including their past and

present use and management and future sustainability • analyze social, ethical, and biological implications of

environmental management alternatives • identify ecological phenomena in one’s everyday experiences

and apply ecological principles to understand local, national and global environmental issues

• assess the relationships of plants and animals to their environment and to each other

• measure and analyze the physical environment of plant and animal populations

• evaluate basic land survey, water quality, vegetation, and vertebrate wildlife data

• investigate restoration ecology theory and assess and apply restoration practices to real-world environmental restoration problems

• identify global and emerging environmental issues and evaluate potential impacts and possible solutions

• examine biodiversity in terms of biological structure, composition, and function at the genetic, species, ecosystem and landscape levels

• apply fundamental biological and ecological concepts to the examination of critical biological conservation issues


This program prepares students for entry-level conservation/restoration aide/technician positions in a variety of industriesandsettings,includingprivatefirms,nonprofitorganizations, educational institutions, and government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Students receive not only rigorous instruction in the theory and application of environmental sciences but also unique hands-on training in conservation and restoration. Potential job opportunities include work in the areas of survey/monitoring of threatened and endangered species and habitats, planning and execution of restoration projects, climate change adaptation for human communities, conservation advocacy, andotherfields.

Requirements for Certificate 17 Units BIOL 352 Conservation Biology ..................................................3 NATR 300 Introduction to Natural Resource Conservation and

Policy .........................................................................4 NATR 310 Study Design and Field Methods .................................4 NATR 320 Principles of Ecology ...................................................4 NATR 322 Environmental Restoration ..........................................2

Environmental Conservation Technician: Fisheries CertificateThiscertificateadvancestheunderstandingofecologicalsystems and their interrelationships, including those withhumansociety.Itfocusesonecology,fieldmethodsand study design, and conservation and management of ecosystemsandnaturalresources,withanemphasisonfishevolution, ecology, conservation and management. Marine andfreshwaterfisheries,theirimpactsonsocietyandtheenvironment, and sustainability issues are investigated, including environmental, ecological, economic, and social aspects.Commercialandrecreationalfisheriesmanagementand aquaculture are also explored. Student Learning Outcomes




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• identify ecological phenomena in one’s everyday experiences and apply ecological principles to understand local, national and global environmental issues



• evaluate basic land survey, water quality, vegetation, and wildlife data

• examinethesignificanceof biodiversityconservation• analyzeaspectsof fishevolutionandecologyimportantto

theirmanagementandsynthesizebasicparametersof fishpopulation dynamics in terms of rate functions and limiting factors

• analyze function and dynamics of freshwater and marine communities, emphasizing those in temperate North America,andtheirassociatedfisheriesmanagementissues

• interpretfisheriesmanagementdata,definemanagementproblems and stakeholders involved, and suggest appropriate strategies to reach management objectives


Thisprogrampreparesstudentsforentry-levelfisheriesecologist aide/technician positions in a variety of industriesandsettings,includingprivatefirms,nonprofitorganizations, educational institutions, and government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Students receive not only rigorous instruction in the theory and application of environmental sciences but also unique hands-ontraininginfisheriesecology,conservation,andmanagement. Students prepare for positions in areas such as fisheriesconservationandmanagement,basicfishbiologyresearch, and aquatic habitat restoration.

Requirements for Certificate 16 Units NATR 300 Introduction to Natural Resource Conservation

and Policy ..................................................................4 NATR 305 Fisheries Ecology and Management .............................4NATR 310 Study Design and Field Methods .................................4 NATR 320 Principles of Ecology ...................................................4

Environmental Conservation Technician: Forest/Rangeland CertificateThiscertificateadvancestheunderstandingofecologicalsystems and their interrelationships, including those withhumansociety.Itfocusesonecology,fieldmethodsand study design, and conservation and management of ecosystems and natural resources, with an emphasis on forests and rangelands. Basic biological and physical science concepts important to a general understanding of forest and rangeland/grassland ecology, forestry, and grazing by native herbivores and livestock are investigated. History of use and management, taxonomy and ecology of plant communities, soils, pests and diseases, and disturbance regimes of forested landscapes and rangelands are explored. Classes assess current policies, multiple-use management, and emerging threats related to forest and rangeland conservation. Student Learning Outcomes



present use and management and future sustainability

• analyze social, ethical, and biological implications of environmental management alternatives





• examinethesignificanceof biodiversityconservation• analyze important characteristics, processes, and stressors of

population, community, and ecosystem dynamics of forest/rangeland environments

• evaluate social, ethical, and biological implications of forest/rangeland conservation and management alternatives, including impacts of grazing and forestry


This program prepares students for entry-level forest/rangeland ecologist aide/technician positions in a variety of industriesandsettings,includingprivatefirms,nonprofitorganizations, educational institutions, and government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Students receive not only rigorous instruction in the theory and application of environmental sciences but also unique hands-on training in forest/rangeland ecology, conservation, and management. This program prepares students for work in forestry, conservation, land management, grassland and forestecologicalresearch,andotherfields.


and Policy ..................................................................4 NATR 304 The Forest Environment (3) .........................................3 or NATR 306 Introduction to Rangeland Ecology and Management (3) NATR 310 Study Design and Field Methods .................................4 NATR 320 Principles of Ecology ...................................................4

Environmental Conservation Technician: SustainabilityThiscertificateadvancestheunderstandingofecologicalsystems and their interrelationships, including those withhumansociety.Itfocusesonecology,fieldmethodsand study design, and conservation and management of ecosystems and natural resources, with an emphasis on sustainability. Theoretical and practical aspects of sustainability are explored including social, economic, and environmental dimensions. Sustainable principles and practices are examined in the context of energy production and consumption, transportation systems, food production, water resources, industry, and the built environment. Environmental as well as social and cultural impacts of industrialization, capitalism, and globalization are addressed at various scales, and potential solutions to current problems are discussed. Student Learning Outcomes



present use and management and future sustainability


• analyze social, ethical, and biological implications of environmental management alternatives

• identify ecological phenomena in one’s everyday experiences and apply ecological principles to understand local, national, and global environmental issues




• examinethesignificanceof biodiversityconservation• examine technological, geographic, socioeconomic, cultural,

and environmental considerations of alternative forms of energy production

• investigate theoretical and practical aspects of sustainability in the context of energy consumption, transportation systems, food production, water resources, industry, the built environment, and socio-cultural institutions and practices


This program prepares students for entry-level sustainability consultant/technician positions in a variety of industries and settings,includingprivatefirms,nonprofitorganizations,educational institutions, and government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Work opportunities for program graduates include positions in environmental economics, sustainable business practices, green building, as well as sustainable communities, food systems, energy, and transportation.

Requirements for Certificate 15 - 16 Units NATR 300 Introduction to Natural Resource Conservation

and Policy ..................................................................4 NATR 303 Energy and Sustainability (3) ................................. 3 - 4 or NATR 307 Principles of Sustainability (4) NATR 310 Study Design and Field Methods .................................4 NATR 320 Principles of Ecology ...................................................4

Environmental Conservation Technician: VegetationThiscertificateadvancestheunderstandingofecologicalsystems and their interrelationships, including those withhumansociety.Itfocusesonecology,fieldmethodsand study design, and conservation and management of ecosystems and natural resources, with an emphasis on woody and herbaceous vegetation. Major topics include plant taxonomy, natural history and life cycle, physiology, evolution, human uses of--and threats to--California native plant communities and their component species. Student Learning Outcomes




environmental management alternatives • identify ecological phenomena in one’s everyday experiences

and apply ecological principles to understand local, national and global environmental issues




• examinethesignificanceof biodiversityconservation• assess the structure and function of vegetative communities

of California • interpret plant keys and develop skills in their use in plant

identification• collect and prepare a plant collection of representative native

California plants • analyze plant adaptations and environmental gradients in a

variety of ecosystems • investigate the implications of plant conservation,

restoration, and community management alternatives


This program prepares students for entry-level plant ecologist aide/technician positions in a variety of industriesandsettings,includingprivatefirms,nonprofitorganizations, educational institutions, and government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Students receive not only rigorous instruction in the theory and application of environmental sciences but also unique hands-ontraininginplantidentification,ecology,conservation, and management. Skills developed support student preparation for positions related to plant taxonomy, dendrology, research and management (e.g., of California endemics, unique environments such as vernal pools, invasive species, etc.) and environmental restoration.

Requirements for Certificate 15 - 16 Units NATR 300 Introduction to Natural Resource Conservation

and Policy ..................................................................4 NATR 310 Study Design and Field Methods .................................4 NATR 320 Principles of Ecology ...................................................4 NATR 330 Native trees and shrubs of California (4) ............... 3 - 4 or NATR 332 Wildflowers of California (3)

Environmental Conservation Technician: Water Resources CertificateThiscertificateadvancestheunderstandingofecologicalsystems and their interrelationships, including those withhumansociety.Itfocusesonecology,fieldmethodsand study design, and conservation and management of ecosystems and natural resources, with an emphasis on water resources. It provides a historical perspective on water development and explores current and projected water issues. Surface water and groundwater systems are considered, with an emphasis on the interdisciplinary nature of sustainable water resource management that balances urban, agricultural, industrial, and environmental water needs. The implications of water rights and key water policies are considered in evaluating how water is used and exploited. Student Learning Outcomes





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• investigate the components of integrated water resources planning and management, including evaluation of water policy initiatives and determination of water rights

• analyze future water sustainability scenarios under uncertain conditions, including impacts of drought and climate change


This program prepares students for entry-level water resources aide/technician positions in a variety of industriesandsettings,includingprivatefirms,nonprofitorganizations, educational institutions, and government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Students receive not only rigorous instruction in the theory and application of environmental sciences but also unique hands-on training in water resources conservation and management, preparing them for positions in environmental consulting and planning, water conservation, hydrological research,andotherfields.


and Policy ..................................................................4 NATR 310 Study Design and Field Methods .................................4 NATR 320 Principles of Ecology ...................................................4NATR 346 Water Resources and Conservation .............................3

Environmental Conservation Technician: Wildlife CertificateThiscertificateadvancestheunderstandingofecologicalsystems and their interrelationships, including those withhumansociety.Itfocusesonecology,fieldmethodsand study design, and conservation and management of ecosystems and natural resources, with an emphasis on vertebrate wildlife. Major topics include population ecology; community dynamics; wildlife habitat; management of game, invasive, and non-game species; conservation of threatened and endangered wildlife; and theoretical and practical tools and methods for studying wildlife, such as sampling techniques, population modeling, habitat assessment, radiotelemetry, and remote sensing. Student Learning Outcomes









• examinethesignificanceof biodiversityconservation• apply and compare various wildlife habitat and population

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• interpret wildlife population data and construct a population model, evaluating alternative wildlife management decisions based on computer-simulation results

• evaluate alternative wildlife management decisions in the context of ecosystem dynamics as well as and social/cultural and economic considerations


This program prepares students for entry-level wildlife biologist aide/technician positions in a variety of industries andsettings,includingprivatefirms,nonprofitorganizations,educational institutions, and government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. Students receive not only rigorous instruction in the theory and application of environmental sciences but also unique hands-on training in wildlife ecology, conservation, and management. Participants develop skills appropriate for positions dealing with aspects of wildlife such as population sampling and monitoring, data analysis, and management/conservation of threatened, endangered, and invasive species of wildlife.


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Degree: A.A. for Transfer Degree - Political Science

The program listed here is an addition to the Catalog 2014-2015.For other programs in Political Science, please see Catalog 2014-2015, page 391.

Political Science A.A. for Transfer DegreeThe Associate in Arts degree in Political Science for Transfer provides a clearly articulated curricular track for students who wish to transfer to a CSU campus, while also serving the diverse needs of students interested in the breadth and depthofthefieldofPoliticalScience.Additionally,thisdegree exposes students to the core principles and practices ofthefieldinordertobuildafoundationfortheirfuturepersonal, academic, or vocational paths.

The Associate in Arts degree in Political Science for Transfer providesstudentswithamajorthatfulfillsthegeneralrequirements of the California State University for transfer. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system. The Associate in Arts degree in Political Science for Transfer (A.A.-T.) may be obtained by the completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program outlined below (earning a C or better in these courses) and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.


Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• describe the fundamentals of political science and governance. • compare and contrast contemporary comparative systems and

governance. • evaluate the relationship between the governing process and

public policy. • examinehowcitizenandinterestgroupparticipationinfluence

political systems. • analyzetheroleof cultureanditsinfluenceonpolitics.• assess how the design of political institutions and processes

affect policy and stability. • analyze politics and diplomacy in the international system. • apply basic research methods to political science. • analyze political and public policy making processes, and relate

these to current issues and problems, for evaluating political events and their role in the political system.

• compare and contrast various theories of justice and the just state.

• evaluate various theories of the purpose of government and apply to a critical analysis of current political events.


Career opportunities in political science include, but are not limited to, advocate/organizer, campaign worker, diplomat, educator/teacher, events planner, foreign affairs specialist, lawyer, legislative aide (state and federal), lobbyist, political consultant and public relations specialist.

Requirements for Degree 18 UnitsPOLS 301 Introduction to Government: United States (3) ........... 3 or POLS 481 Introduction to Government: United States - Honors (3) A minimum of 9 units from the following: .......................................... 9 POLS 302 Introduction to Government: Foreign (3) POLS 310 Introduction to International Relations (3) POLS 320 Introduction to Political Theory (3) STAT 300 Introduction to Probability and Statistics (4) A minimum of 6 units from the following: ...........................................6 POLS 304 Introduction to Government: California (3) POLS 322 Political Ideologies (3) POLS 330 Constitutional Rights (3) POLS 332 Law and Society (3) POLS 342 Women and Politics from a Global Perspective (3) SOCSC 310 International Studies - Peace and Conflict Studies (3) SOCSC 312 International Studies - Current International

Development Issues (3)

Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree Requirements: The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer (AA-T) degree may be obtained by completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program, and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.


Area: Fine & Applied ArtsDean: Dr. Adam KarpPhone: (916) 484-8433Counseling: (916) 484-8572

Degree: A.A. for Transfer Degree - Theatre Arts

The program listed here is an addition to the Catalog 2014-2015.For other programs in Theatre Arts, please see Catalog 2014-2015, page 444.

Theatre Arts A.A. for Transfer DegreeThis degree is designed to facilitate successful transfer to baccalaureate theatre or drama degree programs. This degree provides students with the lower division breadth and depth ofthefieldoftheatreartsandexposesstudentstothecoreprinciplesandpracticesinthefield.Itwillcoverthebasicsofacting, theatre technology and production, and the historical and modern development of theatre and dramatic literature in the world of entertainment.

Thisdegreeprovidesstudentswithamajorthatfulfillsthe general requirements of the California State University for transfer. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the CSU system.

The A.A.-T degree in Theatre may be obtained by the completion of 60 transferable units with a minimum of a 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major area described in the Required Program below (earning a C or better in these courses), and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education - Breadth Requirements.


Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• critique and evaluate the role of the theatre arts and its

relationship to other parts of society. • evaluate the historical, artistic, social, and philosophical

environments in which theatre exists. • analyze and critique dramatic literature and performance. • formulate alternative solutions to theatrical production

situations. • employ audition and performance skills in community,

educational, and/or professional theatres. • develop skills to work as a theatre technician in community,

educational, and/or professional theatres. • demonstrate the ability to work effectively as an ensemble

member of a theatre company. • demonstrate skills that will allow the student to thrive in a

baccalaureate level theatre program.


People with advanced degrees in Theatre have a broad range of employment opportunities including, but not limited to, acting, directing, design/technology for the theatre, publicity and public relations, teaching, technical theatre, stage management,andboxofficemanagement.Someofthesecareers may need additional degrees beyond the Associate level.

Requirements for Degree 18 UnitsTA 300 Introduction to the Theatre (3) ....................................3 or TA 302 History and Theory of the Theatre I (3) TA 350 Theory and Techniques of Acting I (3) ..........................3 or TA 480 Honors Theory and Techniques of Acting (3) A minimum of 3 units from the following: .......................................... 3 TAP (Theatre Arts Production) courses TAP 300, 301, 302, 303, 320, 321, 322, 323, 340, 341, 342, 343, 360, 361, 362, 363, 380, 381, 382, 383 A minimum of 9 units from the following: .......................................... 9 TA 351 Theory and Techniques of Acting II (3) TA 420 Stagecraft (3) TA 422 Stage Lighting (3) TA 430 Costume Construction (3) A maximum of 3 units not already used toward this degree from TAP (Theatre Arts Production) courses TAP 300, 301, 302, 303, 320, 321, 322, 323, 340, 341, 342, 343, 360, 361, 362, 363, 380, 381, 382, 383

Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree Requirements: The Associate in Arts in Theatre Arts for Transfer (AA-T) degree may be obtained by completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program, and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.

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Department Certificate: Pipe Welding

The certificate listed here is an addition to the Catalog 2014-2015.For other programs in WeldingTechnology, please see Catalog 2014-2015, page 458.

Pipe Welding CertificateThiscertificatepromotescompetenceinpipeweldingwith emphasis on power sources, electrode selection on various joint designs, techniques, and positions in welding. Instruction includes safety and proper procedures in making filletandgrooveweldsthatareincompliancewithstructuraland pipe welding codes. Training in math and workforce wellness is covered.


Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:• interpretelectrodeclassificationsandspecifications• select correct amperage setting for the job application • defineprinciplesof arcwelding• certify and perform SMA operations in various positions

using selected electrodes on different joint designs • use math in welding applications


Graduatesmayfindemploymentinanumberofindustries,includingPG&Epipelineconstruction,oilrefining,structural building, bridge construction, and small commercial fabricating shops.

Requirements for Certificate 17.5 UnitsFITNS 100 Utility Workforce Wellness ...........................................1 MATH 145 Mathematics for the Trades ......................................1.5 WELD 155 Industry Training .........................................................3 WELD 300 Introduction to Welding ..............................................3 WELD 320 Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick Electrode Welding) ..3 WELD 321 Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick Electrode Welding) ..3 WELD 322 Advanced Pipe Welding in Shielded Metal Arc .............3


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PMED 140 Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification 0.5 Units

Enrollment Limitation: Current Provider C Basic Cardiac Life Support card or county-approved equivalent certificate. Current licensure as a paramedic, nurse, physician, allied health professional or current enrollment in the last semester of an allied health program.Hours: 6 hours LEC; 12 hours LABThis course provides education modules for health care professionals specific to pediatric emergencies. Certification in pediatric advanced life support is granted to students who successfully complete the course.

PMED 142 Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification 0.5 Units

Enrollment Limitation: Current Provider C Basic Cardiac Life Support Card or equivalent licensure as a paramedic, nurse, physician, allied health professional or current enrollment in an Allied Health programHours: 6 hours LEC; 12 hours LABThis course provides education modules for health care professionals specific to pediatric emergencies. Certification in advanced cardiac life support is granted to students who successfully complete the course.

PSTC 1504 Basic Law Enforcement Academy - Module I 13.5-17 Units

Prerequisite: PSTC 1503 Enrollment Limitations: Students must 1) Be free of felony convictions 2) Possess a valid California Driver’s License 3) Undergo a fingerprint and criminal history check 4) Be a minimum of 18 years of age 5) Be a United States high school graduate, pass the GED, pass the California High School Proficiency Examination, or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited college or university 6) Complete a medical suitability examination.Hours: 149 - 190 hours LEC; 286 - 360 hours LABThis course meets or exceeds the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) minimum standards for the Level I Reserve Officer training and for Full-time Regular Peace Officer employment. Instruction builds upon knowledge, skills, and abilities students gained in the Basic Law Enforcement Academy- Modules III and II, and includes: Victimology, Crimes against Children, Juvenile Law and Procedure, Vehicle Operations, Crimes in Progress, Domestic Violence, Missing Persons, Traffic Collision Investigation, Lifetime Fitness, Firearms/Chemical Agents, Persons with Disabilities, Gang Awareness, Emergency Management, Courtroom Testimony, and Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement. Pass/No Pass only.

PSTC 1809 Death Investigation - Update 1.25 UnitsPrerequisite: PSTC 1200 with a grade of “C” or betterHours: 24 hours LECThis course is designed for investigators who are assigned coroner duties within their agency and require additional or updated information. Topics include homicidal drownings, water fetishes, asphyxiation deaths, facial reconstruction, and motor vehicle accident deaths. Pass/No Pass only.

STAT 495 Independent Studies in Statistics 1-3 UnitsCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABIndependent Study is an opportunity for the student to extend classroom experience in this subject, while working independently of a formal classroom situation. Independent study is an extension of work offered in a specific class in the college catalog. To be eligible for independent study, students must have completed the basic regular catalog course at American River College. They must also discuss the study with a professor in this subject and secure approval. Only one independent study for each catalog course will be allowed.

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ACCT 111 Cost Accounting 3 UnitsPrerequisite: ACCT 311 with a grade of “C” or betterHours: 54 hours LECThis course covers advanced managerial accounting. Topics include recording, classifying, reporting, and analyzing costs as well as examining different costing systems. The course focuses on under-standing costs, appropriate accounting for them, and using them to analyze, plan, operate, and evaluate manufacturing, merchandising, and service businesses. It utilizes the industry-standard software, Excel, to do so.


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AT 332 Engine Performance & Electronic Engine Controls 6 Units

Prerequisite: AT 331 and AT 333 with grades of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 81 hours LEC; 81 hours LABThis course covers the principles, operation, and diagnosis of automotive engine performance systems including engine mechanics, ignition, fuel delivery, and electronic engine controls. It includes extensive troubleshooting, use of diagnostic test equipment, lab oscilloscopes, scantools, and emission analyzers. Along with completion of AT 333, this course meets Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification standards for the A8 Engine Performance certification. This course is formerly known as AT 326.

AT 333 California State Smog Check Inspector Training 6 UnitsPrerequisite: AT 314 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 81 hours LEC; 81 hours LABThis course covers the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) certified Level 1 and Level 2 smog inspector training. Topics include smog check laws, rules and regulations; standards of practice; engine theory, design, and operation; emission control theory, design, identification, operation, and testing; smog inspection visual and functional testing procedures; and loaded mode emission testing. It is required for first-time licensed inspection technicians. Along with completion of AT 332, this course meets Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification standards for the A8 Engine Performance certification. This course is formerly known as AT 323.

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Automotive Analysis Degree and CertificateRequirements for Degree or Certificate 38 UnitsAT 100 Technical Basics for the Automotive Professional .........2AT 105 Mathematics for Automotive Technology .....................3 AT 180 Automotive Data Acquisition .......................................3 AT 181 Snap-On Multimeter Basics .........................................1 AT 186 Snap-On MODIS – Automotive Diagnostic Use

and Operation............................................................2 AT 188 Snap-On SOLUS– Automotive Diagnostic Use

and Operation............................................................1 AT 189 Snap-On VERUS – Automotive Diagnostic Use

and Operation............................................................2 AT 330 Automotive Electrical Systems .....................................6 AT 331 Advanced Automotive Electrical Systems .....................6 AT 332 Engine Performance & Electronic Engine Controls ........6 AT 333 California State Smog Check Inspector Training ...........6

Automotive Technology Degree and CertificateRequirements for Degree or Certificate 56 Units AT 100 Technical Basics for the Automotive Professional ........2AT 105 Mathematics for Automotive Technology ....................3AT 110 Automotive Brakes ....................................................4AT 130 Manual Drive Trains and Axles ....................................4AT 180 Automotive Data Acquisition ......................................3AT 310 Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems ........................4AT 311 Suspension and Steering Systems ...............................4AT 313 Automatic Transmission and Transaxles .......................4AT 314 Automotive Engine Repair .........................................4AT 330 Automotive Electrical Systems ....................................6AT 331 Advanced Automotive Electrical Systems .....................6 AT 332 Engine Performance & Electronic Engine Controls ........6 AT 333 California State Smog Check Inspector Training ...........6


ACCT 122 Sales and Use Taxes 1 UnitHours: 18 hours LECThis course covers the requirements for businesses to collect, report, and submit sales and use taxes in California. It also presents information on the exemption from sales and use tax requirements for non-profit organizations.

ARTNM 322 Beginning Digital Art 3 UnitsCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis introductory digital art course focuses on digital media processes, including software and hardware tools that facilitate creative visual and conceptual approaches to digital art making. A wide range of digital imaging techniques are explored, and time-based processes are introduced, leading to the creation of digital images, animations/videos, and mixed media objects. The course also explores artists’ uses of new technologies in contemporary art-making practices. A vocabulary of new media terms and practices is developed through discussions and critiques.

BIOL 415 Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity, Evolution, and Ecology 5 Units

Prerequisite: BIOL 400 with a grade of “C” or betterAdvisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340Course Transferable to CSUHours: 54 hours LEC; 108 hours LABThis course, intended for science majors, introduces the ecological and evolutionary processes that shape biodiversity, relating the patterns of biodiversity to small and large scale environmental effects. The diversity of life on Earth (including animals, plants, fungi, protists, and additional unicellular organisms) is covered. Overarching themes include evolutionary mechanisms, phylogenetic analysis, interactions of organisms with the environment, and global processes and patterns. Not open for credit to students who have completed BIOL 410 and BIOL 420 with a grade of C or better. Field trips may be required.

BIOL 491 Science Skills and Applications II 0.5 UnitPrerequisite: BIOL 490Corequisite: Current enrollment in a science, nutrition, or nursing course.Course Transferable to CSUHours: 27 hours LABThis course offers individualized instructional modules designed to acquire or improve study strategies for science, nursing, or nutrition courses. Strategies include goal setting, the intensive study cycle, graphic organizers, constructing and interpreting graphs, mastering science vocabulary, self monitoring while reading, coding method of reading, and advanced problem solving. This course is offered in a flexible TBA format of 27 laboratory hours to accommodate the student’s schedule. Registration is open through the ninth week of the semester. Pass/No Pass only.

BUSTEC 100.1 Keyboarding Skills: Beginning 1 UnitPrerequisite: BUSTEC 300.1 with a grade of “C” or better; or placement through the assessment process.Advisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300 or BUS 310; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.Hours: 12 hours LEC; 18 hours LABThis course helps students improve their keyboarding speed and accuracy. Individualized skill improvement plans are based on a computerized assessment of computer keyboarding speed and accuracy. This course is not open to students who have previously completed the first module of BUSTEC 100. This course is for students who know how to correctly touch type and want to improve their keyboarding speed and accuracy. Students who want to learn to correctly touch type should take BUSTEC 300.1. Pass/No Pass only.

BUSTEC 100.2 Keyboarding Skills: Intermediate 1 Unit

Prerequisite: BUSTEC 100.1 Advisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300 or BUS 310; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.Hours: 12 hours LEC; 18 hours LABThis course helps students improve their keyboarding speed and accuracy and builds upon the skills learned in BUSTEC 100.1. Individualized skill improvement plans are based on a computerized assessment of computer keyboarding speed and accuracy. This course is not open to students who have previously completed the second module of BUSTEC 100. This course is for students who know how to correctly touch type and want to improve their keyboarding speed and accuracy. Pass/No Pass only.

BUSTEC 100.3 Keyboarding Skills: Advanced 1 UnitPrerequisite: BUSTEC 100.2Advisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300 or BUS 310; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.Hours: 12 hours LEC; 18 hours LABThis course helps students improve their keyboarding speed and accuracy and builds upon the skills learned in BUSTEC 100.2. Individualized skill improvement plans are based on a computerized assessment of computer keyboarding speed and accuracy. This course is not open to students who have previously completed the third module of BUSTEC 100. This course is for students who know how to correctly touch type and want to improve their keyboarding speed and accuracy. Pass/No Pass only.

BUSTEC 300.1 Keyboarding/Applications: Beginning 1 UnitAdvisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300 or BUS 310; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.Course Transferable to CSUHours: 12 hours LEC; 18 hours LABThis course introduces touch typing of alphabetic, numeric, and symbol keys. It covers keyboarding techniques, speed-and-accuracy development, and essential computer-keyboarding information. This course is specifically designed for the beginning typist as well as those who have been typing for a long time using improper technique. This course is not open to students who have previously completed the first module of BUSTEC 300.

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BUSTEC 300.2 Keyboarding/Applications: Document Formatting 1 UnitPrerequisite: BUSTEC 300.1 with a grade of “C” or betterAdvisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300 or BUS 310; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.Course Transferable to CSUHours: 12 hours LEC; 18 hours LABThis course provides beginning to intermediate document formatting and skill development for academic, employment, personal, and businesses purposes. This course builds upon skills learned in BUSTEC 300.1 to provide students with additional computer keyboarding skills in the creation and modification of word processing documents. It covers use of an office-level word processing program to create and format business correspondence, academic reports, business reports, and tables. English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and proofreading are reinforced throughout. Timed writing tests are used to increase keyboarding speed and accuracy. This course is not open to students who have previously completed the second module of BUSTEC 300.

BUSTEC 300.3 Keyboarding/Applications: Advanced Document Formatting 1 Unit

Prerequisite: BUSTEC 300.2 with a grade of “C” or betterAdvisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300 or BUS 310; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.Course Transferable to CSUHours: 12 hours LEC; 18 hours LABThis course provides advanced skill development of documents for business, academic, employment, or personal use. This course builds on skills learned in BUSTEC 300.2. This course includes enhancing proofreading proficiency, reinforcing communication skills, increas-ing speed and accuracy, and using features of a current office-level word processing program to create a variety of business documents with advanced formatting. This course is not open to students who have previously completed the third module of BUSTEC 300.

DANCE 417 Dance Production: Studio and Stage 3 Units

Course Family: Dance Composition and Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Enrollment Limitation: AuditionCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course is a lecture-demo and production group and is designed for dancers with performance proficiency in several styles of dance. There is an emphasis on public contact with several different performance space configurations and settings. It provides for an opportunity to choreograph, perform, and convert a dance production into three or more different kinds of space configurations. Field trips may be required.

DANCE 432 Dance Performance: Contemporary Dance Alliance 3 UnitsCourse Family: Dance Performance Group (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Enrollment Limitation: AuditionCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course provides technique and performance opportunities in contemporary dance. It emphasizes public performance using the strategies, rules, and language of contemporary dance. Small group works are developed using subtext, gestural movements, abstract story lines, and movement for movement’s sake. Creating complex contemporary dance steps and building short dance pieces to be performed in several public venues develops better performance abilities. Individual portfolios are included and field trips may be required.

ECE 407 Curriculum and Strategies for Children with Special Needs 3 UnitsPrerequisite: ECE 404 with a grade of “C” or betterCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 hours LECThis course covers curriculum and intervention strategies for working with children with special needs and partnering with their families. It focuses on the use of observation and assessment in meeting the individualized needs of children and families in inclusive and natural environments. Topics include the role of the teacher as a professional working with families, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and the importance of cultural competence.

ET 197 Introduction to Mechatronics 4 UnitsPrerequisite: ET 302 with a grade of “C” or betterHours: 54 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course introduces mechatronics, the combination of electronic and mechanical components and systems used in the control and transmission of mechanical power. Topics include the analysis of electric controls, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), electromagnetic devices, sensors, pneumatic devices, and electric motors.

ET 199 Advanced Mechatronics 4 UnitsPrerequisite: ET 197 with a grade of “C” or betterHours: 54 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course continues the study of mechatronics, the combination of electronic and mechanical components and systems used in the control and transmission of mechanical power. Topics include the analysis of electric circuits and controls, operator interface terminals, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), electromagnetic devices, analog and digital measurements, sensors, pneumatic devices, and electric motors.

ET 388 Fiber Optics 4 UnitsPrerequisite: ET 302 with a grade of “C” or betterAdvisory: ET 380Course Transferable to CSUHours: 54 hours LEC; 54 hours LABThis course in fiber optics covers optical theory and operation including the complete fiber optic communication system. It includes fiber optic terminology and instruction in the use of tools and equipment associated with fiber optic installation and maintenance. Tests of the fiber optic systems are performed using sophisticated equipment such as optical power meters and optical time domain reflectometers (OTDR). It also includes system design and troubleshooting procedures. A field trip may be required.

FITNS 302 Latin Aerobics 1 UnitAdvisory: Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.General Education: AA/AS Area III(a)Course Transferable to CSUHours: 54 hours LABThis course combines a variety of rhythmic Latin-style dance movements into a form of cardiorespiratory training of low to moderate impact. It improves cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition.

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LA 495 Independent Studies in Legal Assisting 1-3 UnitsCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABIndependent Study is an opportunity for the student to extend classroom experience in this subject, while working independently of a formal classroom situation. Independent study is an extension of work offered in a specific class in the college catalog. To be eligible for independent study, students must have completed the basic regular catalog course at American River College. They must also discuss the study with a professor in this subject and secure approval. Only one independent study for each catalog course will be allowed.

MKT 295 Independent Studies in Marketing 1-3 Units

Hours: 54 - 162 hours LABIndependent Study is an opportunity for the student to extend classroom experience in this subject, while working independently of a formal classroom situation. Independent study is an extension of work offered in a specific class in the college catalog. To be eligible for independent study, students must have completed the basic regular catalog course at American River College. They must also discuss the study with a professor in this subject and secure approval. Only one independent study for each catalog course will be allowed.

SPORT 332 Pre-Season Conditioning for Football 0.5-3 UnitsGeneral Education: AA/AS Area III(a)Course Transferable to CSUHours: 27 - 162 hours LABThis course covers advanced offensive and defensive strategies for football at the college level. Blocking schemes, tackling techniques, as well as offensive and defensive formations are discussed. Strength and conditioning drills are included to enhance football skills. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 358 Pre-Season Conditioning for Men’s Soccer 0.5-3 UnitsCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 27 - 162 hours LABThis course increases sport performance and the overall understanding of intercollegiate soccer concepts and strategic philosophies. Topics include collegiate-level soccer-specific skill development, collegiate-level offensive and defensive concepts, team-specific soccer fundamentals, team-specific drills for individual improvement and sport specific agility work, plyometrics, and speed training.

SPORT 377 Pre-Season Conditioning Swim & Dive 0.5-3 UnitsEnrollment Limitation: Try outCourse Transferable to CSU Hours: 27 - 162 hours LABThis course combines basic skills and stroke technique with an emphasis on a fitness component for the sport of swim and dive. It also offers a dry-land training component for peak performance. This course is designed to prepare students for intercollegiate swim and dive competition. It may be taken up to four times for credit.

SPORT 417 Pre-Season Conditioning for Water Polo 0.5-3 UnitsEnrollment Limitation: Try outCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 27 - 162 hours LABThis course is designed for student athletes involved in or trying out for the collegiate water polo team. It combines basic skills and strategy tactics with an emphasis on a fitness component for the sport of water polo. It also offers a dry-land training component for peak performance. This course is designed to prepare students for intercollegiate water polo competition.

TAP 310 Modern Technical Production I 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Modern Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Enrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the first in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of modern theatre. It provides practical experience, in the modern theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students who want an introductory experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 311 Modern Technical Production II 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Modern Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 310 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the second in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of modern theatre. It provides practical experience, in the modern theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with basic/minimal experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

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TAP 312 Modern Technical Production III 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Modern Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 311 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the third in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of modern theatre. It provides practical experience, in the modern theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with beginning/moderate experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 313 Modern Technical Production IV 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Modern Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 312 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the fourth in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of modern theatre. It provides practical experience, in the modern theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with intermediate/significant theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 330 Classical Technical Production I 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Classical Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Enrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the first in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of classical theatre. It provides practical experience, in the classical theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students who want an introductory experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 331 Classical Technical Production II 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Classical Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 330 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the second in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of classical theatre. It provides practical experience, in the classical theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with basic/minimal theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 332 Classical Technical Production III 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Classical Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 331 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the third in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of classical theatre. It provides practical experience, in the classical theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with beginning/moderate theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 333 Classical Technical Production IV 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Classical Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 332 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the fourth in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of classical theatre. It provides practical experience, in the classical theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with intermediate/significant theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

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TAP 350 Musical Technical Production I 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Musical Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Enrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the first in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of musical theatre. It provides practical experience, in the musical theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students who want an introductory experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 351 Musical Technical Production II 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Musical Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 350 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the second in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of musical theatre. It provides practical experience, in the musical theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with basic/minimal theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 352 Musical Technical Production III 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Musical Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 351 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the third in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of musical theatre. It provides practical experience, in the musical theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with beginning/moderate theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 353 Musical Technical Production IV 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Musical Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 352 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the fourth in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of musical theatre. It provides practical experience, in the musical theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with intermediate/significant experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 370 Children’s Theatre Technical Production I 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Children’s Theatre Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Enrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the first in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of children’s theatre. It provides practical experience, in the children’s theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students who want an introductory experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 371 Children’s Theatre Technical Production II 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Children’s Theatre Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 370 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the second in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of children’s theatre. It provides practical experience, in the children’s theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with basic/minimal theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

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TAP 372 Children’s Theatre Technical Production III 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Children’s Theatre Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 371 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the third in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of children’s theatre. It provides practical experience, in the children’s theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with beginning/moderate theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 373 Children’s Theatre Technical Production IV 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Children’s Theatre Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 372 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the fourth in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of children’s theatre. It provides practical experience, in the children’s theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with intermediate/significant theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 390 Repertory and Touring Technical Production I 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Repertory/Touring Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Enrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the first in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of repertory and touring theatre. It provides practical experience, in the repertory and touring theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students who want an introductory experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 391 Repertory and Touring Technical Production II 1-3 UnitsCourse Family: Repertory/Touring Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 390 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the second in a series of four courses that provide workshop training in the technical production of repertory and touring theatre. It provides practical experience, in the repertory and touring theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with basic/minimal theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 392 Repertory and Touring Technical Production III 1-3 Units

Course Family: Repertory/Touring Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 391 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the third in a series of four courses that repertory and touring theatre. It provides practical experience, in the repertory and touring theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with beginning/moderate theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

TAP 393 Repertory and Touring Technical Production IV 1-3 Units

Course Family: Repertory/Touring Performance and Technical Production (see page 27 of the American River College Catalog 2014-2015 - limitation on active participatory courses)Prerequisite: TAP 392 with a grade of “C” or betterEnrollment Limitation: InterviewCourse Transferable to CSUHours: 54 - 162 hours LABThis course is the fourth in a series of four courses that repertory and touring theatre. It provides practical experience, in the repertory and touring theatre style, in one of the following areas: scenery, scenic painting, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, video, projections, stage management, house management, box office, publicity, and running crews. It is designed for students with intermediate/significant theatre experience. Students interested in technical work interview for positions with the technical director. Field trips may be required. A portion of this course may be offered in a TBA component of 54-162 hours which may include technical preparation, activities, rehearsals, and performances.

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