2013-2014 Catalog 28 Los Angeles City College

Associate of ARTS Degree & Certificates

Administration OF JUSTICE DEGREE PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE Chair: Wilhelm I. Vargas, Attorney at Law Associate in Arts Degree (323) 953-4000 ext. 2754• CHEM 119C Transfer Program www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/law/ajintro.html Students who are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university must meet the General Education requirements specified PROGRAMS OFFERED by Plan A. The Associate in Arts Degree in Administration of Justice Associate of Arts: under Plan A consists of classes totaling 60 semester units. Plan Administration of Justice A requires 30 semester units of General Education classes. For assistance in understanding the Plan A requirements, please consult State Certificates: with a Counselor in the Counseling Department. For Plan A, the student must select and successfully complete a minimum of 30 Administration of Justice - semester units in General Education in each of the following areas: Specializing in Forensics

Skill Certificates: A. Natural Sciences - Minimum 3 semester units Evidence Specialist B. Social and Behavioral Sciences - Minimum 9 semester units Fingerprint Classification Specialist C. Humanities - Minimum 3 semester units Investigations Specialist D. Language and Rationality - Minimum 12 semester units E. Health and Physical Education - Minimum 3 semester units. Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program are available on the SLO Guide for Students website Competency Requirements: at http://tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents The following courses are approved to meet the competency for the Associate Degree for all students entering beginning Fall 2009. The Administration of Justice programs are designed to prepare students to begin careers as Police Officers, Deputy Sheriffs, Highway Patrol Offices, Forensic Specialists, Police Assistants, Fingerprint A. Reading and Written Expression Experts, Custodial Officers, Probation/Parole Officers, Private 1. Competence in Reading and Written Expression shall be Investigators, Insurance Investigators, and Financial Investigators with demonstrated by achieving a grade of “C” or better in English 101 private agencies. The programs stress practical application in order or its equivalent in another college. to expose students to the fundamental concepts and tasks of law B. Mathematics enforcement and ready them for employment. 1. Competence in Mathematics shall be demonstrated by achieving Additionally, students are prepared for the qualification and screening a grade of “C” or better in Math 125 or Math 124A and Math process required to enter law enforcement academies, such as the 124B or higher or its equivalent at another college. Los Angeles Police Department Academy. Internship opportunities include: the Los Angeles Police Department, the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Plan A - Administration of Justice classes Department, the District Attorney’s Office, the Coroner’s Office, and the A.J. 1, Introduction to Administration of Justice ...... 3 units Probation/Parole Offices. A.J. 2, Concepts of Criminal Law ...... 3 units 2013-2014 Catalog 29 Los Angeles City College

A.J. 4, Principles and Procedures of the Justice System....3 units units in General Education in each of the following areas: A.J. 5, Criminal Investigation ...... 3 units A. Natural Sciences - Minimum 3 semester units A.J. 160, Police Organization and Administration ...... 3 units B. Social and Behavioral Sciences - Minimum 3 semester units Corrections 1, Introduction to Corrections ...... 3 units C. Humanities - Minimum 3 semester units Total ...... 18 units D. Language and Rationality - Minimum 6 semester units E. Health and Physical Education - Minimum 3 semester units. Also, students must complete a total 12 semester units from one or more of the following areas: Evidence; Investigations; or Fingerprint Competency Requirements: Classification, plus Electives (if necessary). The following courses are approved to meet the competency for the Evidence Emphasis Associate Degree for all students entering beginning Fall 2009. A.J. 3, Legal Aspects of Evidence...... 3 units A.J. 53, Forensic Fingerprint Evidence...... 3 units A. Reading and Written Expression A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units 1. Competence in Reading and Written Expression shall be A.J. 379, Advanced Criminilistics - Forensics I...... 3 units demonstrated by achieving a grade of “C” or better in English 101 A.J. 391, Firearms Evidence Analysis...... 3 units or its equivalent in another college. - OR - B. Mathematics Investigations Emphasis 1. Competence in Mathematics shall be demonstrated by achieving A.J. 14, Report Writing for Law...... 3 units a grade of “C” or better in Math 125 or Math 124A and Math A.J. 60, Arrest, Search and Seizure...... 3 units 124B or higher or its equivalent at another college. A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units A.J. 180, Introduction to Forensics...... 3 units Plan B - ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE CLASSES A.J. 396, Traffic Collision Investigation...... 3 units A.J. 1, Introduction to Administration of Justice ...... 3 units A.J. 413, Financial Crimes Investigations...... 3 units A.J. 2, Concepts of Criminal Law ...... 3 units - OR - A.J. 4, Principles and Procedures of the Justice System.....3 units Fingerprint Classification Emphasis A.J. 5, Criminal Investigation ...... 3 units A.J. 53, Forensic Fingerprint Evidence...... 3 units A.J. 180, Introduction to Forensics...... 3 units A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units A.J. 382, Introduction to Firearms Training System...... 3 units Sub Total Units...... 18 Plus 6 semester units of Electives Also, students must complete a total 24 semester units from one or more of the following areas: Evidence; Investigations; or Fingerprint List of Elective Units Classification, plus Electives. A.J. 6, Patrol Procedures...... 3 units A.J. 8, Juvenile Procedures...... 3 units Evidence Emphasis A.J. 14, Report Writing for Law...... 3 units A.J. 3, Legal Aspects of Evidence...... 3 units A.J. 16, Recruitment Selection Process...... 3 units A.J. 53, Forensic Fingerprint Evidence...... 3 units A.J. 60, Arrest, Search and Seizure...... 3 units A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units A.J. 180, Introduction to Forensics...... 3 units A.J. 379, Advanced Criminilistics - Forensics I...... 3 units A.J. 379, Advanced Criminilistics - Forensics I...... 3 units A.J. 391, Firearms Evidence Analysis...... 3 units A.J. 381, Law Enforcement Internship...... 3 units A.J. 382, Introduction to Firearms Training System...... 3 units Plus 9 semester units of Electives A.J. 391, Firearms Evidence Analysis...... 3 units A.J. 396, Traffic Collision Investigation...... 3 units - OR - A.J. 413, Financial Crimes Investigations...... 3 units Investigations Emphasis A.J. 14, Report Writing for Law...... 3 units Total Units...... 36 A.J. 60, Arrest, Search and Seizure...... 3 units A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units Career Program A.J. 180, Introduction to Forensics...... 3 units Students who are planning to enter a career in the administration A.J. 396, Traffic Collision Investigation...... 3 units of justice must meet the General Education requirements specified A.J. 413, Financial Crimes Investigations...... 3 units by Plan B. The Associate in Arts Degree in Administration of Justice Plus 6 semester units of Electives under Plan B consists of classes totaling 60 semester units. Plan - OR - B requires 18 units of General Education classes. For assistance Fingerprint Classification Emphasis in understanding the Plan B requirements, please consult with a A.J. 53, Forensic Fingerprint Evidence...... 3 units Counselor in the Counseling Department. For Plan B, the student A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units must select and successfully complete a minimum of 18 semester Plus 18 semester units of Electives 2013-2014 Catalog 30 Los Angeles City College

List of Elective Units A.J. 391, Firearms Evidence Analysis...... 3 units A.J. 6, Patrol Procedures...... 3 units A.J. 396, Traffic Collision Investigation...... 3 units A.J. 8, Juvenile Procedures...... 3 units A.J. 413, Financial Crimes Investigations...... 3 units A.J. 14, Report Writing for Law...... 3 units A.J. 16, Recruitment Selection Process...... 3 units SPECIALIZING IN FORENSICS A.J. 53, Forensic Fingerprint Evidence...... 3 units Certificate A.J. 60, Arrest, Search and Seizure...... 3 units The Certificate in Forensics is for students who are interested ina A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units career in law enforcement, as a police officer, criminalist, or as a civilian A.J. 180, Introduction to Forensics...... 3 units employee with duties as an evidence technician, fingerprint specialist, A.J. 379, Advanced Criminilistics - Forensics I...... 3 units property custodian, or police assistant who investigates traffic accidents A.J. 381, Law Enforcement Internship...... 3 units and writes reports. This program in Forensics is designed to help prepare A.J. 382, Introduction to Firear ms Training System...... 3 units students to meet the employment requirements of law enforcement A.J. 391, Firearms Evidence Analysis...... 3 units agencies or private firms. To qualify for a certificate, a student must A.J. 396, Traffic Collision Investigation...... 3 units complete the 36 semester units of required Administration of Justice A.J. 413, Financial Crimes Investigations...... 3 units classes emphasizing forensics. All course work must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. The certificate will be issued by the Law Total Units...... 36 Department upon application of the student with the department.

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS A.J. 1, Introduction to Administration of Justice ...... 3 units ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE A.J. 2, Concepts of Criminal Law ...... 3 units Certificate A.J. 4, Principles and Procedures of the Justice System 3 units The Certificate in Administration of Justice is designed to help A.J. 5, Criminal Investigation ...... 3 units prepare students to meet the employment requirements of law A.J. 14, Report Writing for Law...... 3 units enforcement agencies or related fields including investigations. To A.J. 53, Forensic Fingerprint Evidence...... 3 units qualify for a certificate, a student must complete the 18 semester A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units units of required Administration of Justice classes, plus 18 semester A.J. 180, Introduction to Forensics...... 3 units units from the listed electives, totaling 36 semester units. All course A.J. 379, Advanced Criminilistics - Forensics I...... 3 units work must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. The certificate A.J. 391, Firearms Evidence Analysis...... 3 units will be issued by the Law Department upon application of the student A.J. 396, Traffic Collision Investigation...... 3 units with the department. Photography 10, Beginning Photography ...... 3 units

A.J. 1, Introduction to Administration of Justice ...... 3 units Total Units...... 36 A.J. 2, Concepts of Criminal Law ...... 3 units A.J. 4, Principles and Procedures of the Justice System 3 units EVIDENCE SPECIALIST A.J. 5, Criminal Investigation ...... 3 units Skill Certificate A.J. 180, Introduction to Forensics...... 3 units The Evidence Specialist curriculum provides training for students A.J. 382, Introduction to Firearms Training System...... 3 units interested in a career as an Evidence Specialist/Evidence technician Sub Total Units...... 18 or related fields such as a police assistant. Students completing the Skill Certificate program will be qualified to assume a variety Plus 18 semester units of Electives of employment opportunities in crime scene investigations with Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement Agencies. To qualify for a List of Elective Units certificate, a student must complete the 18 semester units of required A.J. 4, Principles and Procedures of the Justice System 3 units Administration of Justice classes. A.J. 6, Patrol Procedures...... 3 units A.J. 8, Juvenile Procedures...... 3 units A.J. 5, Criminal Investigation ...... 3 units A.J. 14, Report Writing for Law...... 3 units A.J. 53, Forensic Fingerprint Evidence...... 3 units A.J. 16, Recruitment Selection Process...... 3 units A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units A.J. 53, Forensic Fingerprint Evidence...... 3 units A.J. 180, Introduction to Forensics...... 3 units A.J. 60, Arrest, Search and Seizure...... 3 units A.J. 379, Advanced Criminilistics - Forensics I...... 3 units A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units A.J. 391, Firearms Evidence Analysis...... 3 units A.J. 67, Community Relations...... 3 units A.J. 160, Police Organization and Administration ...... 3 units Total Units...... 18 A.J. 379, Advanced Criminilistics - Forensics I...... 3 units A.J. 381, Law Enforcement Internship...... 3 units A.J. 382, Introduction to Firearms Training System...... 3 units 2013-2014 Catalog 31 Los Angeles City College

FINGER PRINT CLASSIFICATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Skill Certificate ARCHITECTURAL AND INTERIOR DESIGN Upon completion o the fingerprint classification course, students will Skill Certificate receive a certificate that qualifies them to take the state fingerprint A certificate in Architectural Design will be issued by the Art/ examination, which is required for the position of Finger Identification Architecture Department upon application of the student with the Expert. To qualify for a certificate, a student must complete the 6 Department Chair upon successful completion of the courses listed semester units of required Administration of Justice classes. below. All courses must be taken at LACC and completed with a A.J. 53, Forensic Fingerprint Evidence...... 3 units satisfactory grade. A.J. 62, Fingerprint Classification...... 3 units Total Units...... 6 ENV 101...... 3 ENV 102...... 3 INVESTIGATIONS ARC 201...... 3 Skill Certificate ARC 202...... 3 This certificate is designed to give those students interested in private ARC 222...... 3 investigations the necessary skills to perform the needed work for Total Units...... 15 private investigation firms, insurance companies, state agencies, business and others. To qualify for a certificate, a student must complete COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN AND DRAWING the 6 semester units of required Administration of Justice classes. Skill Certificate A.J. 5, Criminal Investigation ...... 3 units A certificate in Computer Aided Design and Drawing will be issued A.J. 14, Report Writing for Law...... 3 units by the A.J. 180, Introduction to Forensics...... 3 units Art/Architecture Department upon application of the student with A.J. 396, Traffic Collision Investigation...... 3 units the department upon successful completion of the courses listed A.J. 413, Financial Crimes Investigations...... 3 units below. All courses must be taken at LACC and completed with a satisfactory grade. Total Units...... 15 ARC 162...... 3 AMERICAN CULTURES SOCIAL SCIENCE ARC 172...... 3 ARC 173...... 3 ANTHROPOLOGY ENV 101...... 3 - SEE SOCIAL SCIENCE ENV 102...... 3

ARCHITECTURE Total Units...... 15 Chair: Gayle Partlow TECHNICAL DRAWING (323) 953-4000 ext. 2510 • DH220 Skill Certificate

PROGRAMS OFFERED A skills certificate in Technical Drawing will be issued by the Art/ Architecture Courses Only - Skill Certificates: Architectural and Design Computer Aided Department upon successful completion of the courses listed. All Interior Design and Drawing courses must be taken at LACC and completed with a satisfactory Technical Drawing grade. ARC 172...... 3 Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program ARC 173...... 3 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// ARC 271...... 3 tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents ARC 272...... 3 LACC has a new and exciting Architecture Program with three ARC 162...... 3 primary objectives: 1) To prepare students for admissions and transfer Total Units...... 15 into accredited architecture schools; 2) To prepare students with sufficient skills and knowledge for thejob market in architecture, interior The above core consists of the minimum of art courses to be taken design, construction management, and construction; 3) To provide for transfer. Please see a counselor for specific university major information and insight for those who simply want to learn something preparation. As many institutions require a portfolio, students should about architecture and design. We offer a full range of architectural plan to develop a portfolio with instructor guidance. Courses may be courses, including instruction on the use of CAD and computer 3-D substituted under special circumstances with departmental approval. modeling as part of the design and drawing process. The architectural profession is a very exciting field and currently is very strong. For more information, contact Wayne Chiu at [email protected] for more information and/or consultation. 2013-2014 Catalog 32 Los Angeles City College

DEGREE PROGRAMS The Art Department offers two Associate in Arts Degrees: Art/General and Art/ Graphic Design. Note that Art/General - Plan A is for students planning to transfer to a four-year college, university or art school. Plan B for Art/General or Art/Graphic Design is for students wanting an AA degree Career Program.

ART/GENERAL Associate of Arts Degree Transfer Program Art Core for Transfer Program 60 units minimum with at least 18 units in the following core program

Art History 110 and 120 ...... 6 Art 201...... 3 Art 202 or 204...... 3 Art 501...... 3 Art 502...... 3

Total Core Units...... 18

ART The above core consists of the minimum of art courses to be taken Chair: Gayle Partlow for transfer. Please see a counselor for specific university major (323) 953-4000 ext. 2510 • DH220 preparation. As many institutions require a portfolio, students should www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/art/index.html plan to develop a portfolio with instructor guidance. Courses may be PROGRAMS OFFERED substituted under special circumstances with departmental approval. Associate of Arts: Art - General To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Art - Graphic Design Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents. needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a four-year college or The Los Angeles City College Art Department is committed to offering university. However, requirements vary depending upon the an extensive program of courses for students whose goals range from individual institution. Please consult with a counselor for the specific a career in fine arts or graphic design to those pursuing personal requirements of the university you plan to attend. enrichment. We offer the AA degree in Fine Arts and Graphic Design 3-6 Units English Composition as well as two year programs aimed at transfer to the University 6-9 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking of California and California State University systems. Our students 3 Units Natural Sciences may also choose private schools such as University of Southern 3 Units Humanities California, Art Center College of Design, and Otis College of Art and Design, Woodbury University, and Fashion Institute of Design & 9 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Merchandising. Governments) 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education Our faculty of working professionals teach art as both a subject and 3-5 Units Math Competency an activity. Our courses provide a foundation in visual knowledge and theory and training in the techniques of art-making. We recognize the uniqueness of the individual and encourage exploration of her/ his creative talents by emphasizing art experience and potential in a diversity of cultures. The relationships among the arts are emphasized and enrollment is encouraged in other arts disciplines. 2013-2014 Catalog 33 Los Angeles City College

ART/GENERAL ART/GRAPHIC DESIGN Associate of Arts Degree Associate of Arts Degree Career Program Career Program The following is a suggested plan for completing the courses for This program provides the foundation for careers in computer Plan B Associate in Arts Degree in two years. Please note that the graphics, advertising design, commercial illustration and desktop requirements for Plan A are not necessarily required for Plan B. As publishing. The creative and practical aspects of visual communication career opportunities are limited for art students with only an Associate are equally stressed, with an emphasis on contemporary trends. in Arts degree, the Art Department strongly advises continuing Digital work is grounded in fundamental art skills and methods. training at a four-year college, university, or art school. Students Students enrolled in the program will utilize the Art Department’s are expected to develop a portfolio with instructor guidance. Macintosh computer labs. Students can expect to develop a sound, entry-level portfolio. First Semester First Semester Art 201...... 3 Art 633...... 3 Art 501...... 3 Art 201...... 3 Art History 110 or 120...... 3 Art 501...... 3 Second Semester Art 202 or 204...... 3 Second Semester Art 300, 304 or 307...... 3 Art 604...... 3 Art History 110 or 120...... 3 Art 620...... 3 Art History 110, 120 or 171...... 3 Third Semester Art 111...... 3 Third Semester Art 502...... 3 Art 204 or 209...... 3 Art 700 or 708...... 3 Art 605...... 3 Art 639...... 3 Fourth Semester Art 633...... 3 Fourth Semester Art 300, 304 or 307...... 3 Art 204 or 209...... 3 Art 700 or 708...... 3 Art 606...... 3 Art 634...... 3 Total Units...... 36 Total Units 36 Suggested electives: Art History 130, 107, 130, 140, 151, 171, 202, ...... 209, 400, 503, 620, 634, Photography 10 Suggested Electives: Art History 110, 120, 110, 171, 202, 304, To complete general education requirements in this area of study, 400, 502, 503; Photography 10; Cinema 1; Marketing 1 Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses or see the college catalog needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for 3 Units English Composition transfer to a four-year college. 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking 3 Units...... English Composition 3 Units Natural Sciences 3 Units...... Communication/ 3 Units Humanities ...... Analytical Thinking 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History 3 Units...... Natural Sciences & Governments) 3 Units...... Humanities 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral 3-5 Units Math Competency ...... Sciences (including ...... American History & ...... Governments) 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical ...... Education 3-5 Units...... Math Competency 2013-2014 Catalog 34 Los Angeles City College

BIOLOGY/ANATOMY Our Business, Accounting and Real Estate programs will give students a solid foundation from which to advance to university Chair: Sean Phommasaysy, Life Sciences Bachelor degree and MBA programs. For students who do not plan (323) 953-4000 ext.2795• to go on to a university, LACC business programs will prepare you for SCI-TECH 222-B entry level and supervisory positions in a variety of roles for a wide www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/lifesci/ index.html range of businesses. Employment opportunities include bookkeeper, sales, ad agency staffer, office manager, supervisor, banking and PROGRAMS OFFERED investment staffer, marketing department staff and real estate agent. Courses Only - No Degree/Certificate The business courses are also ideal for students considering starting their own businesses or those who already own small business. Anatomy Biology Microbiology Physiology Even students not planning to major in business will find taking courses in the subject to be useful. Virtually every organization must manage Students considering careers in health and medicine are required people, finances and other resources, and do some level of marketing. to take courses in the Biology/Anatomy discipline. Many health Additionally, every organization relies on outside businesses to function. and allied health programs (e.g. Radiologic Technology, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, etc.) require Anatomy and Physiology. Some Students interested in obtaining an Associate of Arts degree, Plan programs, Nursing for example, also require Microbiology. Students B, must complete graduation requirements for the Plan B. in non-health care related majors can also benefit from a grounding in Please consult a counselor (Counseling Department- AD-108) early these areas. For instance, the non-major’s Biology 3 course meets the in your program for appropriate general education courses. IGETC (transfer) laboratory requirement. Additionally, understanding basic biological principles can help you live a healthier life and better DEGREE PROGRAMS understanddiseases, medical treatments, and medical breakthroughs. ACCOUNTING All LACC Biology/Anatomy classes are UC and CSU transferable. Associate of Arts Degree BUSINESS Career Program ADMINISTRATION Designed for students who are interested in a career in accounting, in private industry, or in public service, or who may choose to become Chair: Britt Hastey accounting technicians with a public accounting firm. Students who already possess a Bachelor’s degree and contemplate preparing (323)953-4000 ext. 2549• AD304 for the Certified Public Accountant certificate should contact the http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/busad/index.html State Board of Accountancy for eligibility requirements. Their website address is: http://dca.ca.gov/cba. PROGRAMS OFFERED Associate of Arts: The curriculum outlined below is for students who do not intend to Accounting transfer to a four year college or university. Transfer students should Bookkeeping consult the transfer requirements in the Transfer Requirements Business Administration section, elsewhere in this catalog. Business Law (See “Law”) Finance & Banking REQUIRED COURSES Management First Semester Marketing Accounting 1...... 5 Real Estate Accounting 55...... 1 Business 1...... 3 Certificates: Accounting 31 or Business 38...... 3 Automated Accounting Technician Business Administration Second Semester Finance & Banking Accounting 2...... 5 Management Accounting 17 ...... 2 Management, Small Business Supervision 1...... 3 Management, Retail Accounting 23...... 3 Marketing Real Estate - Finance, Investment Following Semesters & Marketing Specializations Accounting 27 ...... 3 Finance 2...... 3 Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program Business 17...... 3 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// Accounting 15...... 3 tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents Business 15...... 3 Total Units...... 40 2013-2014 Catalog 35 Los Angeles City College

Suggested General Education Electives: Supervision 1; PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses Management 2; Finance 8, 15; Law 1. needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for To complete general education requirements in this area of study, transfer to a four-year college. Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. 3 Units English Composition PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking needed or see the college catalog 3 Units Natural Sciences “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. 3 Units Humanities 3 Units English Composition 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Governments) 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education 3 Units Natural Sciences 3-5 Units Math Competency 3 Units Humanities 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION & Governments) Associate of Arts Degree 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education Career Program 3-5 Units Math Competency The Business Administration curriculum is designed for students who BOOKKEEPING are interested in an encompassing, formal business education. Upon successful completion of this program, the student will have an extensive Associate of Arts Degree background in the principles and practices of the business world. Career Program REQUIRED COURSES The Business Administration department has designed the First Semester Bookkeeping curriculum for students who wish to become Business 1...... 3 bookkeepers in private industry or government service. It is so Business 38 or Accounting 31...... 3 arranged that students forced to terminate their schooling after Management 31...... 3 completing one, two, or three semesters will have acquired skills Management 33...... 3 necessary for employment. Students expecting to serve in the Armed Forces will find this a suitable preparation for many military Second Semester classifications. Students who wish to become public accountants Finance 8...... 3 should take the Accounting curriculum. Marketing 11...... 3 Management 2...... 3 REQUIRED COURSES First Semester Third Semester Accounting 21 and 41...... 4 Business 15...... 3 Accounting 31 or Business 38...... 3 Business 17...... 3 Business 1...... 3 Marketing 21...... 3 Business 17...... 3 Second Semester Fourth Semester Management 13...... 3 Accounting 21 and 41...... 4 Accounting 17 ...... 2 Management 13...... 3 Accounting 22 and 42...... 4 Supervision 1...... 3 Accounting 23...... 3 Following Semesters Total Units...... 40 Accounting 27 ...... 3 Finance 8...... 3 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Accounting 15...... 3 Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. Supervision 1...... 3 PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses Total Units...... 37 needed or see the college catalog Suggested General Education Electives: Finance 2, 15, CAOT 1, “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for Management 2, 31. transfer to a four-year college. 3 Units English Composition To complete general education requirements in this area of study, 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. 3 Units Natural Sciences 2013-2014 Catalog 36 Los Angeles City College

3 Units Humanities MANAGEMENT 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Associate of Arts Degree Governments) Career Program 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education The Management curriculum has been planned by the Business 3-5 Units Math Competency Administration Department for students going into business for themselves or for those who are ambitious to advance to positions of FINANCE & BANKING leadership in any organization. Associate of Arts Degree REQUIRED COURSES Career Program First Semester Business 1...... 3 The Finance and Banking curriculum has been planned by Management 31...... 3 the Business Administration department to provide training for Management 2...... 3 employment in such fields as banking, corporate finance, stocks and Management 13...... 3 bonds, credits and collections, and savings and loan businesses.

REQUIRED COURSES Second Semester First Semester Supervision 1...... 3 Finance 2...... 3 Management 33...... 3 Finance 8...... 3 Accounting 21 and 41...... 4 Finance 15...... 3 CSIT 101 or Business 17...... 4/3 Business 1...... 3 Third Semester Second Semester Finance 8...... 3 Accounting 21 and 41...... 4 International Business 1...... 3 Business 38 or Accounting 31 ...... 3 Business 38...... 3 Business 17...... 3 Accounting 22 and 42 Supervision 1...... 3 (for those who have already completed Accounting 21 and 41) ...... 4 Following Semesters Accounting 22 and 42 ...... 4 Total Units...... 38-39 Management 2...... 3 Management 31...... 3 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Real Estate 1...... 3 Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses Total Units...... 38 needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for To complete general education requirements in this area of study, transfer to a four-year college. Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. 3 Units English Composition PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking needed or see the college catalog 3 Units Natural Sciences “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for 3 Units Humanities transfer to a four-year college. 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History 3 Units English Composition & Governments) 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education 3 Units Natural Sciences 3-5 Units Math Competency 3 Units Humanities 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Governments) 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education 3-5 Units Math Competency 2013-2014 Catalog 37 Los Angeles City College

MARKETING REAL ESTATE Associate of Arts Degree Associate of Arts Degree Career Program Career Program The Marketing degree program provides the student with a wide The Real Estate curriculum has been designed by the Business range of knowledge in marketing, selling, advertising and retailing, Administration department for students who plan to enter the real as well as decision-making skills in product planning, pricing, and estate field in such areas as sales, brokerage, management, and selection of channels of distribution. The capstone course, Marketing escrows. Individuals who complete all class requirements listed 21, provides student with a vehicle for making contacts in the field of below in a chosen Real Estate program with a satisfactory grade marketing with a view toward employment. or better in each course may apply for a Real Estate Certificate. The Marketing curriculum shown below serves as a guide to students Applications are distributed in the Real Estate classes at majoring in the subject area. Students have flexibility in scheduling approximately the middle of each semester. Applications should these classes but are advised to begin their studies with Principles of be filed with the Graduation Clerks in the Admissions Office during Marketing (Marketing 21) . the semester in which the program is expected to be completed. Education and experience requirements for the broker license REQUIRED COURSES are set by the California Department of Real Estate. For more First Semester information please contact the Los Angeles District Office Branch is Marketing 21...... 3 located at: 320 W. 4th Street, Suite 350; Los Angeles, CA 90013- Marketing 1...... 3 1105; (213)620-2072 Business 1...... 3 Management 31...... 3 REQUIRED COURSES Real Estate 1...... 3 Second Semester Real Estate 3...... 3 Marketing 11...... 3 CSIT 101 or Business 17...... 4/3 Marketing 31...... 3 Real Estate 7...... 3 Management 33...... 3 Real Estate 8...... 3 Business 17...... 3 Real Estate 6...... 3 Real Estate 9...... 3 Following Semesters Real Estate 11...... 3 Management 13...... 3 Real Estate 14...... 3 Business 38...... 3 Real Estate 18...... 3 Management 2...... 3 Real Estate 21 or Accounting 1...... 3/5 Supervision 1...... 3 Marketing 1...... 3

Total Units...... 36 Total Units ...... 36-39 Refer to prerequisites for Accounting 1. Suggested General Education To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Electives: Real Estate 60; Marketing 21; CSIT 130. Advanced courses Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. for practicing real estate agents are suggested as follows: CSIT 130 PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses (word processing, data base, spreadsheet) Real Estate 60. Real needed or see the college catalog Estate 60 is also recommended for pre licensing students. “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. To complete general education requirements in this area of study, 3 Units English Composition Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking needed or see the college catalog. 3 Units Natural Sciences “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for 3 Units Humanities transfer to a four-year college. 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History 3 Units English Composition & Governments) 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education 3 Units Natural Sciences 3-5 Units Math Competency 3 Units Humanities 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Governments) 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education 3-5 Units Math Competency 2013-2014 Catalog 38 Los Angeles City College

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Small Business Managemnet AUTOMATED ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN Certificate Certificate A certtificate in Small Business Management will be issued by the A certificate in Automated Accounting Technician will be issued by the business Administration departmnt upon submittal of an application Business Administration department upon submittal of an application by by the student to the department after successful completion of the the student to the department after successful completion of the following following course work with a satisfactory grade. course work with a satisfactory grade. REQUIRED COURSES Management 13...... 3 Accounting 21 and 41...... 4 Management 33...... 3 Accounting 22 and 42...... 4 Business 1...... 3 Accounting 15...... 3 Accounting 21 & 41 or Accounting 23...... 4/3 Accounting 17 ...... 2 Accounting 38 or Accounting 31...... 3/3 Accounting 23...... 3 Buisness 17...... 3 Accounting 55...... 1 Supervision 12...... 3 Accounting 31 or Business 38...... 3 Finance 8...... 3 Accounting 27...... 3 Total Units...... 27-28 Business 17...... 3 Total Units...... 26 MANAGEMENT Certificate BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION A certificate in Management will be issued by the Business Certificate Administration department upon submittal of an application by A certificate in Business Administration will be issued by the Business the student to the department upon successful completion of the Administration department after submittal of an application to the courses listed below. This curriculum is designed for students who department by the student after successful completion of the following are planning on going into business for themselves or to advance course work with a satisfactory grade. This curriculum is designed for into leadership positions within an organization. students who are interested in entering the general business field in Management, Marketing, International Business, and Finance. Management 2...... 3 Business 1...... 3 Management 13...... 3 Business 17...... 3 Management 31...... 3 Business 38...... 3 Management 33...... 3 Finance 2 or 8...... 3/3 Supervision 1...... 3 Management 2 or 31 or Supervision 1...... 3/3/3 Business 1...... 3 Supervision 12...... 3 Business 17...... 3 International Business 1...... 3 Business 38...... 3 Marketing 21...... 3 Supervision 12...... 3 Accounting 21 & 41...... 4 Total Units ...... 27 Total Units ...... 28 All courses must be completed with a satisfactory grade or better. RETAIL MANAGEMENT FINANCE & BANKING Certificate Certificate This curriculum prepares students for management careers in the A certificate in Finance and Banking will be issued by the Business retail industry. Emphasis is on retail merchandising, human relations, Administration department upon submittal of an application by human resource management, communications, and computer the student to the department after successful completion of the applications. Curriculum was developed in cooperation with the following course work with a satisfactory grade. Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC).

Finance 2...... 3 Marketing 21...... 3 Finance 8...... 3 Marketing 31...... 3 Finance 15...... 3 Management 2...... 3 Business 1...... 3 Management 31...... 3 Accounting 21 & 41 ...... 4 Management 33...... 3 Accounting 55...... 1 Business 38...... 3 Business 38 or Accounting 31...... 3 Speech 101...... 3 Business 15...... 3 Supervision 12...... 3 Business 17...... 3 CAOT 82...... 3 Total Units...... 26 Accounting 21 & 41...... 4 All courses must be completed with a satisfactory grade or better. Total Units...... 31 2013-2014 Catalog 39 Los Angeles City College

MARKETING Real Estate: Marketing Specialization Certificate ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES The Marketing certificate has been designed to provide the student Real Estate 11...... 3 with a vehicle for acquiring valuable knowledge, expertise, and Real Estate 14...... 3 marketable skills with which to obtain employment — or to attain Marketing 1...... 3 promotions — in sales, marketing, retailing, advertising, or new Marketing 11...... 3 product planning. The student will also learn the means of succeeding Marketing 21...... 3 in businesses of their own, without having to complete the related Sub-Total...... 12 and elective units of study required for the Associate of Arts degree. Students have flexibility in scheduling these classes, but are advised to Total (Core + Specialization)...... 30 begin their studies with Principles of Marketing (Marketing 21). All courses must be completed with a satisfactory grade or better. Marketing 21...... 3 This certificate satisfies the statutory college course requirement Marketing 1...... 3 necessary for the California Real Estate Broker license. A college Marketing 11...... 3 degree and/or additional experience is also required. Marketing 31...... 3 Business 1...... 3 Please consult with the California Department of Real Estate. Business 38 or Accounting 31...... 3 For more information at the website:http://dre.ca.gov Supervision 12...... 3 International Business 6...... 3 CAOT Computer Application and Total Units...... 24 Office Technologies REAL ESTATE Chair:Britt Hastey Certificate with Specialization (323) 953-4000 ext. 2549• AD304 http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/busad/ CORE COURSES announcements.html Real Estate 1...... 3 Real Estate 3...... 3 PROGRAMS OFFERED Real Estate 5...... 3 Associate of Arts: Real Estate 7...... 3 Administrative Office Assistant Real Estate 9...... 3 Computer Applications Specialist Real Estate 11...... 3 Legal Office Assistant Core Courses Sub-Total...... 15-16 Administrative Medical Office Assistant

All students pursuing Real Estate certificates must complete the Specialty Certificates: core courses above plus the additional courses listed below for their Administrative Office Assistant chosen specialization(s). Clerical Office Assistant Additional required courses for the specializations are: Computer Applications Specialist Real Estate: Finance specialization Legal Office Assistant ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES Administrative Medical Office Assistant Real Estate 6...... 3 Skills Certificates Real Estate 21...... 3 Finance 8...... 3 Basic Administrative Assistant Sub-Total ...... 12 Basic Computer Applications Basic Legal Office Total (Core + Specialization)...... 27 Basic Administrative Medical Office Assistant Basic Medical Transcription Real Estate: Investment Specialization Basic Web Page Design ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES Real Estate 14...... 3 Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program Real Estate 18...... 3 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// Real Estate 21...... 3 tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents Finance 2...... 3 This curriculum offers the student a wide variety of options, which may lead to a certificate and/or an Associate of Arts degree. The Sub-Total ...... 15 Certificate program will prepare the student to work closely with management and various types of business, professional, Total (Core + Specialization)...... 30 educational, or industrial offices. The student may receive the 2013-2014 Catalog 40 Los Angeles City College

Associate of Arts degree to ensure upward mobility in the chosen field transfer to a four-year college. of employment. Students interested in obtaining an Associate of Arts 3 Units English Composition degree, Plan B, must complete graduation requirements for the 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking Plan B. 3 Units Natural Sciences Please consult a counselor counselor (Counseling Department- AD-108) early in your program for appropriate general education 3 Units Humanities courses. 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Governments) The Specialty Certificates are designed for students who do not wish 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education to pursue an Associate of Arts degree. The Computer Applications 3-5 Units Math Competency And OfficeT echnologies certificate program prepares the student for positions such as: Administrative Office Assistant, Clerical Office COMPUTER APPLICATIONS SPECIALIST Assistant, Computer Applications Specialist, Legal Office Assistant Associate of Arts Degree and Administrative Medical Office Assistant. Career Program

DEGREE PROGRAMS REQUIRED COURSES Core Courses above PLUS the following courses: COMPUTER APPLICATION & OFFICE TECHNOLOGIES CAOT 79...... 3 CAOT 82...... 3 Associate of Arts Degree CAOT 85...... 3 Career Program CAOT 88...... 3 The following Core courses are required for all Computer CAOT 97...... 3 Applications & Office Technologies Associate of Arts degrees CAOT 98...... 3 (required for all Associate of Arts degrees) CAOT 112...... 3 Subtotal...... 21 REQUIRED CORE COURSES Total Units (Core + Specialization)...... 33 CAOT 1, 2, or 3...... 3 CAOT 31...... 3 Suggested Electives: CAOT 9, 34, or 64 CAOT 32...... 3 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, CAOT 84...... 3 Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. Total Core Units...... 12 PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses All students pursuing an Associate of Arts Degree must complete needed or see the college catalog the core courses plus additional courses indicated below. “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ASSISTANT 3 Units English Composition 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking Associate of Arts Degree 3 Units Natural Sciences Career Program 3 Units Humanities 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History REQUIRED COURSES & Governments) Core Courses above PLUS the following courses: 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education CAOT 3...... 3 3-5 Units Math Competency CAOT 43...... 3 CAOT 79 or 112...... 3 LEGAL OFFICE ASSISTANT CAOT 85...... 3 CAOT 88...... 3 Associate of Arts Degree CAOT 97...... 3 Career Program CAOT 98 ...... 3 REQUIRED COURSES Core Courses above PLUS the following courses: Subtotal 21 ...... CAOT 93...... 2 Total Units (Core + Specialization)...... 33 CAOT 3...... 3 CAOT 23...... 5 Suggested Electives: CAOT 9, 34, or 64 CAOT 43...... 3 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, CAOT 49...... 3 Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. CAOT 82 or CAOT 85...... 3 PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses LAW 1...... 3 needed or see the college catalog Subtotal...... 22 “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for Total Units (Core + Specialization)...... 34 2013-2014 Catalog 41 Los Angeles City College

Suggested Electives: CAOT 9, 34, or 64 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses The Computer Applications and Office Technologies Programs offers needed or see the college catalog a variety of certificates to students interested in working closely “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for with management and various types of businesses, professional, transfer to a four-year college. educational, or industrial offices. Specialty Certificates will prepare 3 Units English Composition the student for positions such as: Administrative Office Assistant, 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking Clerical Office Assistant, Computer Applications Specialist, Legal 3 Units Natural Sciences Office Assistant, and Administrative Medical Office Assistant. 3 Units Humanities 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History Certificates will be issued by the Business Administration Department & Governments) after submittal of an application to the department chair by the 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education student. All specified course work must be successfully completed 3-5 Units Math Competency with a satisfactory grade of “C” or better. Student should apply during the semester in which the program will be completed. Contact the ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT department chair’s office for specific dates and information regarding Associate of Arts Degree application availability and deadline for submitting applications Career Program (which may change each academic year).

REQUIRED COURSES SPECIALTY CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 12 units from Core Courses above PLUS the following courses CAOT 3 or 9...... 3/1 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ASSISTANT CAOT 20...... 5 Specialty Certificate CAOT 44...... 3 CAOT 46...... 3 REQUIRED COURSES CAOT 126...... 3 CAOT 3 ...... 3 Biology 25...... 3 CAOT 43...... 3 Subtotal 18-20 ...... CAOT 79 or 112...... 3 CAOT 84...... 3 Total Units (Core + Specialization) 30-32 ...... CAOT 85...... 3 Suggested Electives: CAOT 9, 34, or 64 CAOT 88...... 3 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, CAOT 97...... 3 Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. CAOT 98...... 3 PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed or see the college catalog Total Units...... 24 “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. CLERICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT 3 Units English Composition Specialty Certificate 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking REQUIRED COURSES 3 Units Natural Sciences CAOT 2...... 3 3 Units Humanities CAOT 7...... 3 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American CAOT 31...... 3 History & Governments) CAOT 32...... 3 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education CAOT 33...... 2 3-5 Units Math Competency CAOT 47...... 2 CAOT 82...... 3 CAOT 105...... 2 CAOT 106...... 3 Total Units...... 24 2013-2014 Catalog 42 Los Angeles City College

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS SPECIALIST BASIC COMPUTER APPLICATIONS Specialty Certificate Skills Certificate REQUIRED COURSES REQUIRED COURSES CAOT 14...... 2 CAOT 82...... 3 CAOT 79...... 3 CAOT 97...... 3 CAOT 82...... 3 CAOT 98...... 3 CAOT 84...... 3 CAOT 85 ...... 3 Total Units...... 9 COAT 86...... 3 CAOT 88...... 3 BASIC LEGAL OFFICE CAOT 97...... 3 Skills Certificate CAOT 98...... 3 REQUIRED COURSES CAOT 112...... 3 CAOT 23...... 5 Total Units...... 29 CAOT 93...... 2 Total Units...... 7 LEGAL OFFICE ASSISTANT Specialty Certificate BASIC MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT REQUIRED COURSES Skills Certificate CAOT 3...... 3 CAOT 23...... 5 REQUIRED COURSES CAOT 43...... 3 CAOT 20...... 5 CAOT 49...... 3 CAOT 44...... 3 CAOT 82 or 85...... 3 CAOT 126...... 3 CAOT 84...... 3 Total Units...... 11 CAOT 93...... 2 Law 1...... 3 BASIC MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION Total Units...... 25 Skills Certificate REQUIRED COURSES CAOT 2...... 3 ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICAL OFFICE CAOT 44...... 3 ASSISTANT CAOT 46...... 3 Specialty Certificate Total Units...... 9 REQUIRED COURSES CAOT 3...... 3 BASIC WEB PAGE DESIGN CAOT 20...... 5 Skills Certificate CAOT 44...... 3 REQUIRED COURSES CAOT 46...... 3 CAOT 84...... 3 CAOT 84...... 3 CAOT 112...... 3 CAOT 97...... 3 Total Units...... 6 CAOT 126...... 3 Biology 25...... 3 Total Units...... 26 BASIC CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS BASIC ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Skills Certificate REQUIRED COURSES CAOT 2 or 3...... 3 CAOT 43...... 3 CAOT 84...... 3 CAOT 85...... 3 Total Units ...... 12 2013-2014 Catalog 43 Los Angeles City College

Department of towards the Natural Sciences graduation requirement. Chemistry & Earth Sciences 2. One required math course (5 units) counts towards the Language and Rationality graduation requirement. Chair: Michael Farrell Note: One Chemistry or Physics course and one Math course can be applied to the Plan A general education requirement. Department of Chemistry and Earth Sciences (323) 953-4000 ext. 2600 • SCI 324B To complete general education requirements in this area of study, www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/chemistry/ Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. chemweb PROGRAMS OFFERED PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed Associate of Science: or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is Chemistry - General designed for transfer to a four-year college or university. Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program However, requirements vary depending upon the individual are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// institution. Please consult with a counselor for the specific tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents requirements of the university you plan to attend. Everything in the world involves chemistry. The air you breathe, the 3-6 Units English Composition food you eat, and the blood coursing through your veins all involve 6-9 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking chemistry. It involves the snow on the mountains, the gasoline you 3 Units Natural Sciences put in your car, and the batteries used to run your iPod. 3 Units Humanities A background in chemistry is essential to many high-paying, 9 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American challenging careers in health care, technology, consumer industries, History & Governments) environmental management and more including: Pharmaceuticals, 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education Forensic Science, Petroleum Industry, Food Technology, Cosmetics 3-5 Units Math Competency and so much more. All chemistry courses offered at Los Angeles City College are Department of Child & Family Studies & designed to transfer to state and national university systems. Dietetics Chemistry meets a general education requirement for most CHILD DEVELOPMENT university majors, particularly: Premedical, Pre-Dental, Nursing, Anthropology, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics and Pharmacy. Chair: Keli Miller (323) 953-4000 ext. 2290 • CD 201 DEGREE PR OGRAM Vice Chair CD: Nancy Washburn (323) 953-4000 ext. 2296 • CD 204 CHEMISTRY- GENERAL Director, Campus Child Development Center: Associate of Science Degree Dorian Harris Transfer Program (323) 953-4000 ext. 2220 • CD 117 This Associate of Science degree provides the student with preparatory Vice Chair Dietetics: Janice Young course work, allowing transfer to a four-year university as a junior (323) 953-4000 ext. 2291 • AD 200 in chemistry or related physical sciences. Individuals who earn the degree with a major in chemistry will find many desirable entry-level About Child & Family Studies (including the Child Development jobs in chemistry and manufacturing. Center) and Dietetics

Required coursework – 40 units* The Department of Child & Family Studies and Dietetics at Los Chemistry 101 – 5 units Angeles City College provides curriculum that includes theory and Chemistry 102 – 5 units practice preparing students to earn vocational career certificates, Chemistry 211 – 5 units degrees, and become transfer ready in one of two distinct academic Chemistry 212 – 5 units programs: Child Development and Dietetics. Highly trained and Math 261 – 5 units experienced faculty teach in state-of-the-art facilities including a Math 262 – 5 units NAEYC Accredited Child Development Center that provides lab Physics 101 – 5 units experiences for both programs. The Dietetics program is accredited Physics 102 – 5 units by the American Dietetic Association and serves as a unique program General Education – 20 additional units for a total of 60 units in the region. To assist students in meeting their academic goals, the Child Development program administers three dynamic support *Ten units of the required coursework can be applied toward programs that include the Child Development Training Consortium, the thirty units of general education required for Plan A Transfer the California Early Childhood Mentor Teacher Program, and the Los Graduation Plan as follows: Angeles City College Child Development AA2BA Degree Transfer 1. One required chemistry or physics course (5 units) counts Program. For more information see contact information above. 2013-2014 Catalog 44 Los Angeles City College

PROGRAMS OFFERED CH DEV. WORKFORCE INITIATIVE DEGREE PARTNERSHIP Child Development PROGRAM (CD WFI) www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/childdev/ index.html (Formerly known as the AA2BA DEGREE PARTNERSHIP Program Mission: PROGRAM ) The mission of the Child Development program is to provide learners LACC & California State University Los Angeles (CSULA) & Pacific with multiple pathways that prepare them to become dynamic, Oaks College (PO) have partnered to offer you a seamless As- responsive, authentic, and informed early childhood education sociate and Bachelor degree (AA2BA) educational experience. Let professionals. us help you to achieve your educational goals. Eligible students Child Development certificates and degrees provide students with receive tuition/book stipends, are assigned a program Mentor, the coursework and the field experience needed for a career in Early provided with educational planning and exclusive guidance by the Childhood Education. LACC’s Child Development curriculum is CD WFI Child Development Counselor and given access to the aligned with the State’s Child Development Permit Matrix to prepare Textbook Lending Library and workshops designed to prepare you students for positions in early care and education. Students are for transfer and in your career. trained as educators for a variety of private and public early childhood education programs including Head Start, State Pre-School, and For more information on program requirements email or call: unified school district early care and education programs. Graduates Kathleen Bimber, AA2BA Project Director , Ext. 2294 bimberkr@ teach or administer in programs for infants, pre-schoolers, children lacitycollege.edu with special needs, and in before and after school-age programs. Vickie Venegas, AA2BA Program Assistant Many students begin their career as assistant teachers, then, with 323-953-4000, Ext. 2290, [email protected] additional coursework and experience, are able to move up the career Ariela Nissim, AA2BA Child Development Counselor ladder to become lead teachers or site supervisors. Professionals in (323) 953-4000 ext. 1251, [email protected] this field can expect to make between $20,000 - $40,000 annually. Myra Siegel, University Liaison and Project Coordinator Those who continue their education at a four-year university can 323-953-4000, ext. 2294 [email protected] typically increase their earnings to the mid-$50,000 range Associate of Science (AS-T) Early Childhood Education-Transfer PLAN A OPTIONS Degree Associate of Arts (AA) Child Development Vocational Plan A Option I Career Degree Early Childhood Education-Plan A Certificates of Achievements: Transfer Program- Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act, Child Development Associate Teacher Associate of Science (AS-T)Degree Child Development Teacher Program Description: Child Development Master Teacher Completion of the Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education Child Development Site Supervisor for Transfer degree prepares students for transfer to a California Skill Certificates: State University under the provisions of SB 1440, the Student Infant & Toddler Studies Transfer Achievement Reform Act, and for employment in an early Children with Special Needs care and education program. Students develop skills, knowledge, Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program and attitudes that prepare them to work as teachers of young children are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// or as administrators of ECE programs. Students who successfully tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents complete this degree are guaranteed admission with junior status to the CSU system, but not to a specific campus or major. The PROGRAM NOTES student will receive priority admission to the local CSU campus and Students beginning their course work for certificates and degrees in to a program or major that is similar to his or her community college Child Development must be aware of the following: major or area of emphasis. •Criminal Clearance: In order to fulfill State licensing requirements for employment in private and public programs students must receive a To earn the Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Criminal Clearance to work with young children. Consult with faculty Transfer, students must meet the following requirements: for additional information. (a) Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to •Mantoux test: Some Child Development courses may require the California State University, including both of the following: (i) The students to obtain a Mantoux test for Tuberculosis clearance. The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) college Health Center provides this service. Please call ahead to or the California State University General Education-Breadth schedule a Mantoux test and reading at 323-953-4000, Ext. 2485. Requirements; and (ii) A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or •CPR Training: Your employer may require you to take a 15 hour area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation class. This class covers training (b) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Students on basic first aid for infants and children, CPR techniques and completing this degree will have satisfied the lower division major information on basic health and sanitation procedures.. preparation and transfer requirements for priority admission to a local CSU campus and to a similar major or area of emphasis. 2013-2014 Catalog 45 Los Angeles City College

Note: Co-requisites or Advisories of English 21 or 73 and 28 or 31, or the California State University General Education-Breadth or equivalent, are required for many Child Development courses. Requirements; and (ii) A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. REQUIRED (b) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Students Child Development 1...... 3 completing this degree will have satisfied the lower division major Child Development 2...... 3 preparation and transfer requirements for priority admission to a Child Development 7...... 3 local CSU campus and to a similar major or area of emphasis. Child Development 10...... 3 Child Development 11...... 3 Please see a counselor early for guidance on which General Child Development 22...... 4 Education courses satisfy IGETC or CSU Certification requirements Child Development 34...... 3 for CSU or other universities of your choice. Child Development 42...... 3 Total Units...... 25 PLAN B OPTION Note: Students who completed CD 3 or 4 may apply for Credit by CHILD DEVELOPMENT PLAN B Exam for CD 7. For more information inquire in the department Career Vocational Program office. Associate of Arts (AA) Degree Completion of the Associate Degree, Plan B prepares students for CD 30...... 3 employment in an early care and education program. Students FCS 31...... 3 develop skills, knowledge,and attitudes that prepares them to work as teachers of young children or as administrators of ECE PROGRAM NOTES: programs. •Some courses may be offered every other semester, or less 60 units with at least 36 units in Child Development. frequently, or alternating day and evening. Note: Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. •All students must receive a satisfactory grade of a “C” or better. REQUIRED Child Development 1...... 3 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION - PLAN A Child Development 2...... 3 2-YEAR PLAN Transfer Program Child Development 10...... 3 Associate of Science (AS-T) DegreeTransfer Program Child Development 11...... 3 FIRST YEAR COURSES Child Development 22...... 4 First Semester Child Development 23...... 4 Child Development 1 Child Development 65...... 2 Note: English 21 is a Co-requisite for CD 1 and 11 and 6 units of curriculum from Child Development 3 or 4 or 7 .6 Child Development 2 Subtotal - Core Units...... 28 Note: English 28/31 is a Co-requisite for CD 2 Plus 8 Electives Units: Select additional courses from below to Child Development 11 complete 36 units in the major. Second Semester Note: If working toward your Master Teacher Permit or LACC’s Child Development 10 Certificate 3 Child Development 7 - Master Teacher, refer to Specialization Options section under General Education coursework Certificate 3 Note-students who completed CD 3 or 4 instead of 7 may apply for Credit for electives that satisfy the specialization requirement. by Exam for CD 7. Child Development 30...... 3 SECOND YEAR COURSES Child Development 31...... 3 Third Semester Child Development 34...... 3 Child Development 22 Child Development 35...... 3 Child Development 34 Child Development 38...... 3 General Education coursework Child Development 39...... 3 Child Development 42...... 3 Fourth Semester Child Development 44...... 3 Child Development 42 Child Development 45...... 3 General Education coursework Child Development 48...... 3 PROGRAM NOTES Child Development 84...... 0.5 To earn the Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Child Development 85...... 0.5 Transfer, Family & Consumer Studies 21...... 3 students must meet the following requirements: Family & Consumer Studies 31...... 3 (a) Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to English 218...... 3 the California State University, including both of the following: (i) The Total Units...... 36 Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) 2013-2014 Catalog 46 Los Angeles City College

PROGRAM NOTES: CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS •Some courses may be offered every other semester, or less The Certificate in Child Development will be issued by the Department frequently, or alternating day and evening. of Child & Family Studies after completing requirements with at least •All students must receive a satisfactory grade of a “C” or better. a “C” grade in courses taken within the last 10 years. Students Consult with the department regarding specialization options to must also complete English 28 or 31 or higher or may satisfy satisfy AA degree Plan B and Certificate 3 requirements. this requirement through appropriate placement on the College Assessment, in order to qualify for most certificates. The student To complete requirements for a Plan B AA Degree in Child may obtain the application for a certificate from the Child & Family Development, the following areas of General Education are Studies Department in the CD building, second floor, room 200. required. Applications must be returned to the department by the 9th week 3 Units English Composition of the Fall and Spring semesters. Students applying for Certificates 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking with course work in progress will receive their official certificate upon 3 Units Natural Sciences verification of a satisfactory grade. 3 Units Humanities 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & PROGRAM NOTES: Governments) • Students with the objective of completing the Certificate Program 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education in 2 years must be eligible for English 28 or 31, their first semester in 3-5 Units Math Competency order to meet course prerequisites or advisories. Students may also PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses satisfy this English requirement through the appropriate placement needed or see the college catalog. on the College Assessment. CHILD DEVELOPMENT PLAN B 2-YEAR PLAN Career Vocational Program • All Child Development “core” courses for Skill Certificate 1 - Associate of Arts (AA) Degree Associate Teacher must be taken at LACC or another college in the PROGRAM NOTES: Los Angeles Community College District. • To receive a CD certificate, students must have completed English 28 or 31 or equivalent with a satisfactory grade or have appropriate ASSOCIATE TEACHER Certificate 1 placement on the College Assessment. This skill certificate is the first step on the early childhood career Two Year Plan ladder. Recipients of this certificate meet the minimum State FIRST YEAR COURSES requirements to teach in a private preschool, or school-age Child Development 1 programs, and with the addition of CD 30, infant programs. With Note: English 21 is a Co-requisite for CD 1 and 11 work experience, students may qualify for the California Child Child Development 2 Development Permit: Associate Teacher level. Note: English 28 or 31 is a Co-requisite for CD 2 12 Child Development units plus 3 units in English REQUIRED Second Semester Child Development 1...... 3 Child Development 3 or 4 or 7 Child Development 2...... 3 Child Development 10 English 28/31...... 3 Child Development elective (select from electives listed above in Child Development 11...... 3 Plan B or from Child Development 3 OR 4 OR 7...... 3 Specialization Options listed in Certificate 3-Master Teacher) Total Units...... 15 Child Development 84/85 (optional labs that provides support for CD 2, 3, 7, 22, 23, 30, 31, 35, 42, 44, 45, and other courses) PROGRAM NOTES: • Co-requisite or advisory requirements for Eng. 21 or 73 & 28 or SECOND YEAR COURSES 31 for above classes. You may also satisfy this requirement through Third Semester appropriate placement on the College Assessment. Child Development 22 • To qualify for Title 22, Director, take above core units and CD 38 Take 3 units from electives listed above or in Certificate 3-Master Administration & Supervision of Early Childhood Programs I. Teacher OR Take CD 38 if working toward Site Supervisor Certificate CHILD DEVELOPMENT- TEACHER Certificate 2 This certificate, along with 16 general education units and work Fourth Semester experience makes the recipient eligible for the California Child Child Development 23 Development Permit: Teacher level. Recipients of this certificate may Child Development 65 teach in private or public preschool, school-age programs, and with the Take 3 units from electives listed above or in Certificate 3 - Master addition of CD 30, infant programs. 28-29 Child Development units. Teacher or Take CD 39 if working toward Site Supervisor Certificate Completion of 12 Child Development units from Certificate I, plus 3 units English Child Development 3 OR 4 OR 7...... 3 2013-2014 Catalog 47 Los Angeles City College

(which ever course not taken in Certificate 1) Child Development 44 and 45...... 3/3 Child Development 10...... 3 Child Development 48 and FCS 31...... 3/3 Child Development 22...... 4 Child Development 10 and FCS 21...... 3/3 Child Development 23 or any CD elective course...... 3-4 Note: if you choose CD 10 for this specialization you will need to (see electives listed in the Master Teacher certificates for replace 3 units in certificate 2 by choosing another elective. specialization options) Child Development 42, 44 or 45...... 3/3 Total Units...... 28-29 CHILD DEVELOPMENT SITE SUPERVISOR Certificate 4 Note: To complete requirements for a California Child Development This certificate is the highest certificate offered by the Child Permit at Teacher level, add 16 general education units including Development program. Recipients of this certificate are qualified Humanities, Social Science, Math/Science and English. Consult to supervise an entire program at one site. Some responsibilities with a Counselor regarding general education requirements. of site supervisors include the following: use of positive leadership skills to implement the sites’ philosophy, adherence to state and CHILD DEVELOPMENT-MASTER TEACHER federal licensing requirements, budget implementation, enforcement Certificate 3 of enrollment/registration policies and procedures, hire, inspire and This certificate enables the recipient to not only teach, but also supervise all staff, foster positive communication links between to supervise other child development teachers and staff. Some home, school and community, maintain appropriate health, safety responsibilities of the Master Teacher might include: developing and and nutrition standards, supervision of curriculum and schedule implementing age-appropriate curriculum within a safe, healthy and development. Students wishing to obtain the California Child stimulating environment, supervision of classroom staff, creating Development Permit: Site Supervisor level, must meet experience positive communication links with parents, school and community. requirements, obtain an Associate in Arts degree, and meet the Additionally, the Master Teacher Certificate is designed to meet the requirements listed below. requirements for the major and for the Associate in Arts degree in Child Development, Plan B. Students interested in transferring to 29 units from Certificate 2, plus 3 Units of English, PLUS a four year institution should follow Plan A transfer requirements. Child Development 38...... 3 With work experience and 16 general education units, students may Child Development 39...... 3 also qualify for the California Child Development Permit: Master Child Development 65...... 2 Teacher level. This level permit is the gateway to the CA Early Childhood Mentor Program. Total...... 37 36-38 Child Development units. Meets requirements for Plan B Associate in Arts Major in Child CHILD DEVELOPMENT Development. SPECIALIZATION SKILL CERTIFICATES (To complete the General Education requirements for AA degree, The following certificates are designed for students interested in consult with specializing in a particular field of study such as: infant/toddlers, or a Counselor.) children with special needs. Note: English 21/73 or 28/31 are co- requisites for most courses and may be satisfied through placement Note: To meet the requirements for Master Teacher Certificate, on the College Assessment. students will have completed units from Certificate 2 and need to complete additional specialization elective units to total 37 Child INFANT & TODDLER STUDIES Skill Certificate Development units. (See specialization elective units below.) The Infant & Toddler Studies skill certificate qualifies the student Specialization units are also required if students wish to obtain the for the most entry-level teacher position within private infant/toddler California Child Development Permit: Master Teacher level. programs. Infant/Toddler teachers are responsible for supervising the care and development of children birth through 2 ½ years old. Completion of 28-29 units from Certificate 2 (includes English 28 ), Some responsibilities may include: developing and sustaining PLUS REQUIRED caring, loving, respectful relationships, designing developmentally Child Development 65...... 2 age- appropriate curriculum, organizing parent conferences and 6 Specialization units establishing clear daily communications with parents and other (refer to specialization options below)...... 6 caregivers. Total Units...... 36-37 Child Development 30...... 3 Child Development 31...... 3 SPECIALIZATION OPTIONS Child Development 1...... 3 (Consult with Child Development faculty for other specialization Child Development 10 or 34...... 3 options.) Note: English 28 is a prerequisite for CD 34 Choose 2 courses from the same sequence below: Child Development 11...... 3 Child Development 30 and 31...... 3/3 Total Units...... 15 2013-2014 Catalog 48 Los Angeles City College

CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Skill DEGREE PROGRAMS Certificate DIETETIC TECHNICIAN This skill certificate qualifies students for an entry level teacher or Associate of Science Degree assistant position in a program with children who have special needs. Career Program Students gain skills in accommodating and adapting the physical Students transferring to a Dietetics program at a four year university environment and developing instructional strategies and curriculum should meet with a counselor. to meet the needs of differently-abled children and their families. Child Development 44...... 3 Child Development 45...... 3 The Dietetic Technician Program is an AS degree program Child Development 1...... 3 accredited by ACEND/Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics which Child Development 11...... 3 prepares students to sit for the Dietetic Technician Registration ADD one elective chosen from the following courses: Examination. Students develop skills, knowledge, and attitudes that Child Development 10...... 3 or prepare them to work as dietetic technicians, registered in health Child Development 34...... 3 or care facilities, schools, correctional facilities, restaurants, WIC, Child Development 42...... 3 or public health agencies, community health programs, community Child Development 48...... 3 or wellness programs, food companies, contract food management Total Units...... 15 companies, etc.

Child Development Training Consortium (CDTC): SPECIAL NOTE: If you are currently working in a paid position in a licensed Early During the September 21-23, 2011 meeting, the Dietetic Childhood Program serving infants to kindergarten, or before and after Technician Program at Los Angeles City College was accredited school-age programs, and are taking Child Development or General by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics Education units towards a Child Development Permit, you may qualify (ACEND) of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The address for partial reimbursement of your fees, books, or other expenses at and phone number of ACEND is 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite LACC. For more information contact: Nancy Washburn 323-953-400 2000, Chicago, IL, 60606-6995, (312) 899-0040, extension 5500, Ext. 2296, [email protected] or Mary Skousen Radford, www.eatright.org. 323-953-4000, Ext. 2297, [email protected].. Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) FAMILY & CONSUMER Educational and professional requirements STUDIES (DIETETICS) Dietetic technicians, registered (DTRs), are trained in food and Chair: Keli Miller nutrition and are an integral part of the health-care and foodservice management teams. DTRs have met the following criteria to earn (323) 953-4000 ext. 2290 • CD 201 the DTR credential: Vice Chair: Janice Young •Completed a dietetic technician program accredited by the (323) 953-4000 ext. 2291 • AD 200 Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, that includes a www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/dietetics/ index.html minimum of 450 hours of supervised practice experience in various The Dietetics program provides learners with multiple pathways that community programs, health-care and foodservice facilities and has prepare them for entry into the field of Dietetics. The program offers completed at least a two year associate’s degree at a U.S. regionally educational opportunities that ready students for employment, accredited college or university. transfer, advance study, and life-long learning to serve the OR ethnically diverse population of California. •Completed coursework in an ACEND-accredited didactic program or coordinated program in dietetics and has completed at least a Certificate: bachelor’s degree at a U.S. regionally accredited college or university. Dietetic Service Supervisor •After completing the degree and dietetics coursework, pass a A certificate in Dietetic Service Supervisor will provide students national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic with the knowledge and skills that meet the standards of training for Registration (CDR). For more information regarding the examination, Dietetic Service Supervisors specified by the California Department refer to www.cdrnet.org. of Public Health. Completion of this certificate qualifies students to •Completed continuing professional educational requirements to work as the food service director in a skilled nursing facility. maintain registration. PROGRAM OFFERED College course work Associate of Science: •The course work for dietetic technicians includes a variety of classes Dietetic Technician (2 & 3 year plans) in food and nutrition sciences, foodservice systems management Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program and a range of general science courses. are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// •Courses are planned in sequence. Completion of all courses with tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents at least a “C” grade is required for progress in the program. Refer to 2013-2014 Catalog 49 Los Angeles City College

graduation requirements Plan “B” for additional information. According to Academy’s 2009 Dietetic Compensation and Benefits •Class scheduling restricts the completion of this program to the day. Survey, half of all DTRs in the US who have been working in the However, working students who are able to have one to two day(s) off field full-time less than five years earn between $33,800 and $37,700 during the week may complete the program. Students must provide per year. Salary levels vary with region, employment setting, their own transportation to assigned supervised practice sites within geographical location, scope of responsibility and supply of DTRs. the greater Los Angeles area. A Mantoux test, MMR, health exam, The job market for dietetic technicians, registered is assumed to be liability insurance, background check, fingerprinting, drug screening, similar to that for dietitians and nutritionists. According to the US etc. are required for supervised practice courses. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of dietetic technicians is •A verification statement that allows the candidate to sit for the Dietetic expected to grow faster than average for all occupations through the Technician Registration exam is issued upon successful completion year 2016 because of increasing emphasis on disease prevention, of the program, submission of a notebook documenting how the a growing and aging population, and public interest in nutrition. core knowledge and competencies have been met and a score of Employment in hospitals is expected to show little change because at least 80% on a preparation for the DTR exam administered by of anticipated slow growth and reduced lengths of hospital stay; the Child and Family Studies/Dietetics Department. Students must however, faster growth is anticipated in nursing homes, residential join The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Passing the DTR exam care facilities and physician clinics. authorizes use of the initials “DTR” after the name. Graduates may http://www.eatright.org/BecomeanRDorDTR/content.aspx?id=8144 also be able to take Dietary Managers Exam. Please see the DMA “Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR).” Eatright.org. Academy of website at: www.dma.org. Nutrition and Dietetics, 2011. Web. 22 Feb. 2012. •DTR’s must complete professional educational requirements to maintain registration. SUGGESTED 2-YEAR COURSE PLAN (For Full-Time Students) Employment opportunities First Semester Dietetic technicians, registered work independently or as a team Family & Consumer Studies 21...... 3 member under the supervision of registered dietitians in a variety of Family & Consumer Studies 50...... 3 employment settings, including health care, business and industry, Family & Consumer Studies 55...... 3 community/public health, foodservice and research. Math 115...... 5 English 101...... 3 Many work environments require that an individual be credentialed Second Semester as a DTR. DTRs work in: Family & Consumer Studies 24...... 3 •Hospitals, HMOs, clinics, nursing homes, retirement centers, Family & Consumer Studies 56...... 3 hospices, home health-care programs and research facilities helping Family & Consumer Studies 156...... 2 to treat and prevent disease by conducting screens, gathering data Speech Communication 101...... 3 and performing other tasks to assist the registered dietitian in providing Biology 25...... 3 medical nutrition therapy as an important part of health-care teams. Physical Education...... 1 •Schools, day-care centers, correctional facilities, restaurants, Third Semester health-care facilities, corporations and hospitals, managing Family & Consumer Studies 27...... 3 employees, purchasing and food preparation and preparing budgets Family & Consumer Studies 51...... 3 within foodservice operations. Family & Consumer Studies 127...... 2 •Women, infant, children (WIC) programs, public health agencies, Family & Consumer Studies 151...... 2 Meals on Wheels and community health programs, developing and Health 11...... 3 teaching nutrition classes for the public. Humanities Requirement...... 3 •Health clubs, weight management clinics and community wellness Fourth Semester centers, helping to educate clients about the connection between Family & Consumer Studies 28...... 3 food, fitness and health. Family & Consumer Studies 29...... 1 •Food companies, contract food management companies or food Family & Consumer Studies 52...... 3 vending and distributing operations developing menus, overseeing Family & Consumer Studies 128...... 2 foodservice sanitation and food safety and preparing food labeling Family & Consumer Studies 129...... 2 information and nutrient analysis. American Institutions Requirement...... 3 If you already have a degree Total Units...... 62 If you already completed college course work or have a degree that is To complete general education requirements in this area of not in dietetics and are interested in becoming a dietetic technician, study, Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. registered, you should have your college transcript evaluated by the Dietetics Program Director. The program director will evaluate your PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses previous academic preparation and identify the courses you would needed or see the college need to complete at LACC to meet the requirements for taking the catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for registration exam for dietetic technicians. transfer to a four-year college. Salaries and job outlook. 2013-2014 Catalog 50 Los Angeles City College

3 Units...... English Composition 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking (including American History & Governments) 3 Units...... Natural Sciences 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education 3 Units...... Humanities 3-5 Units...... Math Competency 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Governments) CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education DIETETIC SERVICE SUPERVISOR 3-5 Units...... Math Competency Certificate Completion of the Dietetic Service Supervisor Certificate program SUGGESTED 3-YEAR COURSE PLAN meets the standards of training for Dietetic Service Supervisors (For Part-Time Students) specified by the Department of Health Services. Completion ofthis First Semester certificate qualifies students to work as the food service director in a Family & Consumer Studies 50...... 3 skilled nursing facility. Some responsibilities of the Dietetic Service Family & Consumer Studies 55...... 3 Supervisor are to supervise employees, assure menu acceptance by Mathematics 115...... 5 clients, and manage food production. Completion of the program along English 101...... 3 with professional experience may qualify a person to take the Dietary Managers Exam. Please see the DMA website at: www.dma.org Second Semester Family & Consumer Studies 21...... 3 Successful completion of English 28 is strongly advised for the DSS Family & Consumer Studies 56...... 3 Certificate. Concurrent enrollment, or completion of Math 105, or Family & Consumer Studies 156...... 2 Learning Skills 10ABC is advised to ensure successful completion of Biology 25...... 3 many courses in this certificate. A grade of “C” or better is required in all courses. Students must provide their own transportation to as- Third Semester signed field placement sites. A Mantoux test, health exam, finger- Family & Consumer Studies 27...... 3 printing, drug screening, background check and liability insurance Family & Consumer Studies 127...... 2 are required for supervised practice courses. Speech Communication 101...... 3 First Semester Physical Ed...... 1 Family & Consumer Studies 21...... 3 Family & Consumer Studies 50...... 3 Fourth Semester Family & Consumer Studies 51...... 3 Family & Consumer Studies 24...... 3 Family & Consumer Studies 55...... 3 Family & Consumer Studies 28...... 3 Family & Consumer Studies 151...... 2 Family & Consumer Studies 128...... 2 English 28 ...... 3 Health 11...... 3 Second Semester Fifth Semester Family & Consumer Studies 24...... 3 Family & Consumer Studies 51...... 3 Family & Consumer Studies 52...... 3 Family & Consumer Studies 151...... 2 Family & Consumer Studies 56...... 3 Humanities Requirement...... 3 Family & Consumer Studies 156...... 2 Mathematics 105 or Learning Skills 10ABC ...... 3 Sixth Semester Total Units...... 31 Family & Consumer Studies 29...... 1 Family & Consumer Studies 52...... 3 Family & Consumer Studies 129...... 2 American Institutions Requirement...... 3 Total Units...... 62 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. 3 Units...... English Composition 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking 3 Units...... Natural Sciences 3 Units...... Humanities 2013-2014 Catalog 51 Los Angeles City College

CINEMA/ TELEVISION CINEMA PRODUCTION – “PLAN A” Associate of Arts Degree Chair: Joni Varner Transfer Program (323) 953-4000 ext. 2627 • CC181 For most four-year schools, the classes here are for preparatory http://cinematv.lacitycollege.edu purposes only and the classes are accepted only as electives. You Email:[email protected] must complete a total of 18 units in Cinema. See the counseling PROGRAMS OFFERED office for more details. Associate of Arts: Cinema Production REQUIRED CORE Television Production Cinema 1...... 3 Cinema 2...... 3 Certificates: Cinema 3...... 3 Cinema Production Cinema 4...... 3 Cinema/Video Production Total Core Units...... 12 Television Production Plus two Cinema and Television Electives for a total of 6 units from any of the following courses : Cinema 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 20, 32, 33- Skill Certificates: 1, 33-2, 34, 38-1, 38-2 185 and Television 1, 4, 9, 25-1, 25-2. Beginning Cinema & Television Production Courses may be substituted under special circumstances and with Cinematography departmental approval. Directing To complete general education requirements in this area of study, TV Studio Production - Level I Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program are PLAN A : Please consult with a counselor about specific courses available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http://tinyurl.com/ needed or see the college catalog laccsloforstudents “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a For those attracted to telling a story in pictures, defining and refining four-year college or university. However, requirements vary depending images and sound, or for those who want to join the world of upon the individual institution. Please consult with a counselor for the entertainment - behind the scenes - a career in cinema and television specific requirements of the university you plan to attend. production could be just right. The opportunities and professional areas in which to work are varied. Large and small film studios, television 3-6 Units...... English Composition production companies, product and service companies, public and 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking private organizations, and individuals all use cinema/television 3 Units...... Natural Sciences professionals. Positions include Camera Operator, Audio Technician, 3 Units...... Humanities Film/TV Floor Positions, Lighting Technician, Photographer, Film/ Video 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences Editor, Cinematographer and Director. Assignments encompass full- (including American History & Governments) length films; shorts; animation; entertainment television or news; 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education documentaries; commercials; informational, web content, promotional 3-5 Units...... Math Competency or private videos; portraits and commercial photography; and much more. Salaries also range widely, but average from $35,000 - CINEMA PRODUCTION - “PLAN B” $200,000+ annually. Associate of Arts Degree The LACC Cinema & Television Department provides its students with Career Program the history, principles, technical competency and hands on training needed to work successfully in cinema or television production. Many This curriculum in the Cinema-Television Department is designed of our students successfully go from LACC into the industry. For others for the student who wishes training in motion picture production. who wish to go after a Bachelors degree, the skills and work product The course of study leads to an Associate of Arts degree in Cinema obtained at LACC will help them be more competitive candidates for and/or a Cinema Production Certificate. An Associate of Arts degree acceptance into top four-year universities. with an emphasis in Cinema will be awarded to students who have completed a minimum of 36 units in Cinema and/or Television with a DEGREE PROGRAMS minimum of 31 units in Cinema. Supplies and books for production classes can vary from $50-$500 or more, depending upon the class CINEMA PRODUCTION and the scope of the student project. The Cinema-Television Department offers two Associate of Arts Degrees All Cinema and Television courses must be completed with a grade of “Plan A” is for students planning to transfer to a four-year college “C” or better. or university. “Plan B” is a training program in motion picture production. 2013-2014 Catalog 52 Los Angeles City College

REQUIRED CORE Cinema 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 20, 32, 33-1, 33-2, 34, 38-1, 38-2, Cinema 1...... 3 185, 911. Courses may be substituted under special circumstances Cinema 2...... 3 and with departmental approval. Cinema 3...... 3 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Cinema 4...... 3 Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. Subtotal - Core Units...... 12 PLAN A : Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed or see the college catalog Electives: Select additional courses from below to complete 24 “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a additional units in the major. four-year college or university, However, requirements vary depending Cinema Law 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 20, 32, 33-1, 33-2, 34, 38-1, 38-2, 185, 911 33 upon the individual institution. Please consult with a counselor for the Television 1, 4, 9, 25-1, 25-2 Courses may be substituted under specific requirements of the university you plan to attend. special circumstances and with departmental approval. 3-6 Units...... English Composition To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Plan 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking B for the AA/AS Degree is required. 3 Units...... Natural Sciences PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed or see the college catalog 3 Units...... Humanities “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences transfer to a four-year college. (including American History & Governments) 3 Units...... English Composition 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking 3-5 Units...... Math Competency 3 Units...... Natural Sciences TELEVISION PRODUCTION – “PLAN B” Associate of Arts 3 Units...... Humanities Degree Career Program 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences An Associate of Arts degree with an emphasis in Television will be ...... (including American History & Governments) awarded to students who have completed a minimum of 36 units in 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education Cinema and/or Television with a minimum of 15 units in Television. 3-5 Units...... Math Competency All courses in the major must be taken at LACC and completed with a satisfactory grade of “C” or better. TELEVISION PRODUCTION REQUIRED CORE The Cinema-Television Department offers two Associate of Arts Degrees Television 1...... 3 in Cinema. “Plan A” is for students planning to transfer to a four-year Television 4...... 3 college or university. “Plan B” is a training program in television production. Television 9...... 3 Television 46...... 3 The Television major in the Cinema-Television Department has been Subtotal - Core Units...... 12 designed to provide the student with a solid background in studio Electives: Select additional courses from below to complete 24 television production and post-production. Television 1, 4, and 9 must additional units in the major. be completed first. (Prerequisites may apply and must be followed.) TELEVISION PRODUCTION – “PLAN A” Television 6, 7, 25-1, 25-2, 48, 49, 55, 185 OR Associate of Arts Degree Cinema 1,2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 20, 32, 33-1, 33-2, 34, 38-1, 38-2, 185, 911 Transfer Program Courses may be substituted under special circumstances and approval. For most four-year schools, the classes here are for preparatory To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Plan B purposes only and the classes are accepted only as electives. You for the AA/AS Degree is required. must complete a total of 18 units in Television or Cinema. See the PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses counseling office for more details. needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” REQUIRED CORE section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. Television 1...... 3 3 Units ...... English Composition Television 4...... 3 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking Television 9...... 3 3 Units...... Natural Sciences Television 46...... 3 3 Units...... Humanities Total Core Units 12 ...... 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences Plus two Television electives for a total of 9 units from any of the (including American History & Governments) courses listed below: 3-4 Units ...... Health/Physical Education Television 6, 7, 25-1, 25-2, 48, 49, 55, 185 3-5 Units ...... Math Competency 2013-2014 Catalog 53 Los Angeles City College

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Additional Cinema/TV class or Co-Op Education classes ...... 6 CINEMA PRODUCTION Total Units...... 33 Certificate A certificate in Cinema Production will be issued by the Cinema- BEGINNING FILM & TELEVISION PRODUCTION Television Department upon submittal of an application by the student to the Skill Certificate Department Chair after successful completion of the courses listed below. All A skills certificate in Beginning Film and Television Production will be courses must be taken at LACC and completed with a grade of “C” or better. issued by the Cinema-Television Department upon submittal of an application by the student to the Department Chair and successful Cinema 1...... 3 completion of the courses listed. All courses must be taken at Cinema 2...... 3 LACC and completed with a satisfactory grade. Cinema 3...... 3 Cinema 1...... 3 Cinema 4...... 3 Cinema 2...... 3 Cinema 5...... 3 Television 4...... 3 Cinema 6...... 3 Television 9...... 3 Cinema 9...... 3 Total Units...... 12 Cinema 10...... 3 Cinema 20...... 3 CINEMATOGRAPHY Cinema 32...... 3 Skills Certificate Law 33 or Cinema 33...... 3 A skill certificate in Cinematography will be issued by the Cinema- Total Units...... 33 Television Department upon submittal of an application by the student to the Department Chair and successful completion of the CINEMA/VIDEO PRODUCTION courses listed. All courses must be taken at LACC and completed Certificate with a satisfactory grade. A certificate in Cinema Production will be issued by the Cinema- Cinema 6...... 3 Television Department upon submittal of an application by the student Cinema 7...... 3 to the Department Chair and successful completion of the courses Photography 7...... 3 listed below. All courses must be taken at LACC and completed with Photography 10...... 3 a satisfactory grade. Total Units...... 12 Cinema 1...... 3 Cinema 2...... 3 DIRECTING Cinema 3...... 3 Skills Certificate Cinema 4...... 3 A skill certificate in Directing will be issued by the Cinema-Television Cinema 6...... 3 Department upon submittal of an application by the student to the Cinema 9 ...... 3 Department Chair and successful completion of the courses listed. Cinema 32...... 3 All courses must be taken at LACC and completed with a satisfactory Television 4 or 9...... 3 grade. Television 6 or 48...... 3 Cinema 5 or Television 25...... 3 Television 46...... 3 Cinema 10...... 3 Television 55...... 3 Cinema 20...... 3 Total Units 33 ...... Theater Arts 200...... 3 TELEVISION PRODUCTION Theater Arts 225...... 3 Certificate Total Units...... 15 A certificate in Television Production will be issued by the Cinema- Television Department upon submittal of an application by the TELEVISION STUDIO PRODUCTION student to the Department Chair and successful completion the Skills Certificate (Level I) courses listed below and application to the Chairman. All courses A skills certificate in Television Studio Production (Level I) will be must be taken at LACC and completed with a satisfactory grade. issued by the Cinema-Television Department upon submittal of an Cinema 1...... 3 application by the student to the Department Chair and successful Cinema 2...... 3 completion of the courses listed. All courses must be taken at LACC Television 1...... 3 and completed with a satisfactory grade. Television 4...... 3 Television 1...... 3 Television 6 or 7 or other 3-unit Cinema/Television course...... 3 Television 4...... 3 Television 9...... 3 Television 9...... 3 Television 46...... 3 Television 46...... 3 Television 48 or 49...... 3 Total Units...... 12 Television 55...... 3 2013-2014 Catalog 54 Los Angeles City College

Communication Studies The following AA-T degree program and related courses demonstrate the basic focus and direction the Department is currently taking to Chair: Professor Kathleen Beaufait teach the discipline of communication studies. (323) 953-4000 ext. 2964 • CC187 COMMUNICATION STUDIES AA-T Requirements PROGRAMS OFFERED Required Core: Associate of Arts for Transfer (AA-T) in Communication Studies 101 - Oral Communication Communication Studies I ...... 3 units Program learning outcomes for this degree are listed at: List A http://sharepoint.lacitycollege.edu/effectiveness/outcomes/ SELECT 2 courses (6 units) from the following: for_students/SLOs/Speech/Speech%20PSLOs.pdf Communication Studies 104 - Argumentation ...... 3 units “Communication” as defined by the National Communication Communication Studies 121 -The Process of Interpersonal Association is “the discipline… [that] focuses on how people use Comunication...... 3 units messages to generate meanings within and across various contexts, Total List A Units...... 6 cultures, channels, and media. The discipline promotes the effective List B and ethical practice of human communication. Communication is SELECT 2 courses (6 units) from the following (do not select a diverse discipline which includes inquiry by social scientists, course that was taken from List A) humanists, and critical and cultural studies scholars. A body of Communication Studies 106 Forensics (limited to 3 units) scholarship and theory, about all forms of human communication, is ...... 2 units presented and explained in textbooks, electronic publications, and Communication Studies 122 Communicating Across Cultures academic journals. In the journals, researchers report the results ...... 3 units of studies that are the basis for an ever-expanding understanding Communication Studies 130 Introduction to Oral Interpretation of of how we all communicate.” (NCA, 2013) Communication Studies Literature...... 3 units encompasses more than twenty-two areas of interrelated study. Total List B Units...... 6 These are discourses in the humanities thought to be anthropology, List C sociology, psychology, literature, languages, religion, philosophy, SELECT 1 course (3 units) from the following (do not select course global studies, visual and performing arts, culture studies, law, that was taken from List A or List B) linguistics, etc. Anthropology 102 Cultural Anthropology...... 3 units Psychology 1 Introduction to Psychology ...... 3 units The Communication Studies Department at Los Angeles City Sociology 1 Introduction to Sociology ...... 3 units College currently teaches such fundamental communication courses English 102 College Reading Composition II ...... 3 units as public speaking, argumentation, forensics, voice and articulation, English 103 Composition and Critical Thinking ...... 3 units interpersonal and intercultural communication, oral interpretation of Journalism 101 or Journalism 105...... 3 units literature, English speech as a second language, listening-speaking Total Minimum Units...... 18 laboratory and communication disorders. Further collaborations integrate with at least nine other departments on campus, namely, Stand alone courses that are AA degree electives: psychology, sociology, political science, law, cinema and tv, Communication Studies 111 - Voice and Articulation...... 3 units journalism and media arts/photography, nursing and allied health Communication Studies 091 - Speech Laboratory I ...... 1 unit fields, business, and theatre. Communication Studies 092 - Speech Laboratory II ...... 1 unit Communication Studies 093 - Speech Laboratory III ...... 1 unit This collaboration is emphasized in the Department’s program level Communication Studies 094 - Speech Laboratory IV ...... 1 unit mission statement which seeks to integrate research, theory and Communication Studies 076 - English Speech as a Second practice. Students are encouraged to learn effective methodological Language...... 3 units approaches to ethical small group problem-solving that aspires Communication Studies 073 - Speaking English as a Second toward the development of sound decision-making skills, participating Language III...... 3 units in inclusive interactions with individuals from other cultures, informal conversations and effective interpersonal relationships. As mentioned above, students can select the following courses to fulfill general education certification, transfer and graduation The Department offers credit stand-alone electives and non-degree requirements in areas of English language communication and credit courses that assist students in their preparation to expand critical thinking, social sciences, humanities and the arts. vocabulary, listening, communication study and research skills designed Plan A – Transfer Plan Area B2 – Social and Behavioral: to assure their success within their educational plan. The Communication Communication Studies 122 - Intercultural Communication Studies curriculum offers an Associate of Arts Degree for Transfer in ...... 3 units Communication Studies to a CSU, fulfills IGETC requirements of lower Area C – Humanities: division courses for transfer to a UC or other select private four-year Communication Studies 130 - Oral Interpretation of institutions, CSU certification and AA degree graduation. Literature...... 3 units 2013-2014 Catalog 55 Los Angeles City College

Area D2 – Communication and Analytical Thinking Communication Studies 072 - Speaking English as a Second Communication Studies 101 - Oral Communication I ...... 3 units Language..II.………………..….3 units Communication Studies 102 - Oral Communication II...... 3 units Co-requisite Communication Studies 60B – Listening and Speaking Communication Studies 104 - Argumentation...... 3 units Laboratory 0.75 hour………...0.25 unit Communication Studies 121 - Interpersonal Communication ...... 3 unit Communication Studies 071 - Speaking English as a Second Area D10. Sociology & Criminology: Language..I.………………….....3 units Communication Studies 121 - Interpersonal Communication Co-requisite Communication Studies 60A – Listening and Speaking ...... 3 units Laboratory 0.75 hour………...0.25 unit Communication Studies 122 - Intercultural Communication ……...... 3 units A state of the art Speech Laboratory/Clinic provides students with Plan B – Occupational Plan opportunities to enhance listening and speaking proficiency in the Area B2 – Social and Behavioral: following elective courses: Communication Studies 122 - Intercultural Communication ...... 3 units Communication Studies 091 - Speech Laboratory I Area C – Humanities: …………………………………….……….1 unit Communication Studies 130 - Oral Interpretation of Communication Studies 092 - Speech Laboratory II Literature...... 3 units …………………………………….……….1 unit Area D2 – Communication and Analytical Thinking Communication Studies 093 - Speech Laboratory III Communication Studies 101 - Oral Communication I ...... 3 units ………………………………….………….1 unit Communication Studies 102 - Oral Communication II...... 3 units Communication Studies 094 - Speech Laboratory IV Communication Studies 104 - Argumentation ...... 3 units ………………………………….………….1 unit Communication Studies 121 - Interpersonal Communication CSIT ...... 3 units (Computer Science/ Information Technology ) Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC): Chair: Roger Wolf Area 1: English Communication CSU: (323) 953-4000 ext.2680•AD321 Group C: Oral Communication 3 semester units (CSU ONLY): www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/math/csitdept/ Communication Studies 101 - Oral Communication I ...... 3 units PROGRAMS OFFERED Communication Studies 102 - Oral Communication II...... 3 units Associate of Science: Communication Studies 121 - Interpersonal Communication ...... 3 units Computer Science/Information Technology (Students transferring to the UC do not have to meet this requirement.) Computer Information Systems Certificates: Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences Applications Software Communication Studies 121 - Interpersonal Communication Programming Languages ……………………….…...3 units Skill Certificates: Communication Studies 122 - Intercultural Communication Database Administration …………………………..….3 units Database Developer Web Client Technologies A sequence of courses for speakers of English as a second Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program language prepare students in the acquisition of skills needed for are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// success in the Communication Studies curriculum in order to fulfill tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents general education, certification, transfer and graduation require- ments. NOTE: The official abbreviation for Computer Science/Information Technology (CSIT) is “CO SCI”. If you have a talent for math and Communication Studies 076 - English Speech as a Second Lan- science our programs will prepare you to enter more advanced guage….IV..…………………..3 units university programs or directly enter careers related to Computer and Co-requisite Communication Studies 60A – Listening and Speaking Information Systems, System Analysis, Computer Science, Database Laboratory 0.75 hour……..….0.25 unit Administration, Computer Operations, Information Processing Services, Computer Software Engineering, Telecommunications, Communication Studies 073 - Speaking English as a Second Lan- and Web Development and Technologies. According to the guage..III.………………..…3 units Department of Labor median hourly earnings for high demand Co-requisite Communication Studies 60C – Listening and Speaking occupations in technology and other computer fields at the entry Laboratory 0.75 hour……..….0.25 unit levels range from nearly $12/hour to $26/hour. With advance training and or a Bachelors degree, salaries can exceed $42/ hour. 2013-2014 Catalog 56 Los Angeles City College

The Computer Science Information Technology discipline program at Please consult with a counselor for the specific requirements of the Los Angeles City College offers two Associate degrees that students university you plan to attend. can choose from depending on their career and educational goals. 3-6 Units...... English Composition The first, Associate of Science in Computer Science, is designed 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking for students with transfer goals to the Computer Science program 3 Units...... Natural Sciences at four-year universities. The second, an associate of science 3 Units...... Humanities in Computer Information Systems, is designed to prepare 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences students for careers in exciting Information Technology fields such (including American History & Governments) as programming, software engineering, database administration, 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education computer networking, multimedia, and web technologies. Students 3-5 Units...... Math Competency with interest in transferring to the Information Systems program at COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS four-year universities should consult with the Computer Science department for needed course work. The following tables list the Associate of Arts Degree requirements for each degree. For information on general education Career Program courses, students are encouraged to see a counselor for advisement. First Semester CO SCI 104...... 3 COMPUTER SCIENCE CO SCI 107...... 3 (CO SCI 103 is a prerequisite to required CO SCI courses and can Associate of Science Degree be used to fulfill a general education requirement) Transfer Program Second Semester CO SCI 134...... 3 First Semester CO SCI 139 or 141...... 3 CO SCI 104...... 3 CO SCI 158...... 3 CO SCI 107...... 3 CO SCI 181...... 3 (CO SCI 103 is a prerequisite to required CO SCI courses and can Third Semester be used to fulfill a general education requirement) CO SCI 136...... 3 Second Semester CO SCI 156...... 3 CO SCI 134...... 3 CO SCI 182...... 3 CO SCI 139...... 3 CO SCI 186...... 3 Suggested Major Preparation: Fourth Semester Physics 1...... 4 CO SCI 138, 140, or 142...... 3 Math 261...... 5 CO SCI 187...... 3 Third Semester Suggested Electives: CO SCI 140 or 141...... 3 CO SCI 167...... 3 CO SCI 186...... 3 CO SCI 168...... 3

Suggested Major Preparation: Total Major Units...... 36 Philosophy 7, 8, or 9...... 3 Fourth Semester To complete general education requirements in this area of CO SCI 136...... 3 study, Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. CO SCI 158...... 3 PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed Total Major Units...... 24 or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for Note: On approval by the Computer Science/Information Technology transfer to a four-year college. discipline, students may use Math 262, 263 and Physics 2, 3 as 3 Units...... English Composition substitute to any of the CO SCI requirements except CO SCI 139, CO SCI 140 (or 141), and CO SCI 136 as long as a minimum of 18 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking CO SCI units is met. 3 Units...... Natural Sciences To complete general education requirements in this area of study, 3 Units...... Humanities Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses ...... (including American History & Governments) needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a four-year college or 3-5 Units...... Math Competency university. However, requirements vary depending upon the individual institution. 2013-2014 Catalog 57 Los Angeles City College

Associate degree (Career Program) ASSOCIATE DEGREE (Transfer Program)

CO SCI 103 CO SCI 103 Computer Computer Systems for MIS

CO SCI 104 CO SCI 134 CO SCI 158 CO SCI 181 CO SCI 186 & 107 Operating HTML Networking I Oracle SQL CO SCI 104 & 107 CO SCI 134 CO SCI 158 CO SCI 186 Math for Operating Systems HTML Programmers & Oracle: SQL CO SCI 139 CO SCI 156 CO SCI 182 CO SCI 187 Programming Logic or 141 XML Networking II Oracle DBA

CO SCI 139 ASSOCIATE DEGREE TRANSFER PROGRAM CO SCI 136 And one from Beginning C++ Requirements for the Associate of Science degree Data Structures ASSOCIATE DEGREE the following in COMPUTER SCIENCE. For General Education TRANSFER PROGRAM CO SCI 140 requirement, refer to Plan A. Advanced C++ Requirements for the As- sociate of Science degree in CO SCI 136 CO SCI 140 or 141 Data Structures Adv C++ CO SCI 138 INFORMATION SYSTEMS. or Java Advanced VB For General Education re- quirement, refer to Plan B. CO SCI 142 Advanced Java

DATABASE ADMINISTRATION skill certificate VBA APPLICATION skill certificate

CO SCI 186 Oracle SQL CO SCI 103

CO SCI 187 Oracle DBA I

CO SCI 133 CO SCI 138 CO SCI 148 CO SCI 188 HTML Flash Oracle DBA II Dreamweaver

CO SCI 198 CO SCI 134 Oracle PL/SQL programming Java

database developer skill certificate JAVA PROGRAMMING skill certificate CO SCI 186 Oracle SQL CO SCI 104 CO SCI 107 CO SCI 141 CO SCI 142

CO SCI 198 Oracle PL/SQL Programming CO SCI 108

CO SCI 199 C++ PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE skill certificate Oracle Forms & Reports

CO SCI 139 WEB CLIENT TECHNOLOGIES skill certificate CO SCI 103 CO SCI 140 CO SCI 103 or CO SCI 101 & 108 Computer Systems & Beg. Visual Basic CO SCI 107

CO SCI 152 CO SCI 158 CO SCI 141 CO SCI 151 CO SCI 108 HTML Java Dreamweaver Flash 2013-2014 Catalog 58 Los Angeles City College

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Applications Software certificate Certificates in Computer Science-Information technology will be CO SCI 103 or issued by the Computer Science/Information Technology discipline CO SCI 101 & 108 upon submittal of an application to the department by the student and Computer Systems & Beg. successful completion of one or more of the following sequences. Visual Basic

APPLICATIONS SOFTWARE Certificate CO SCI 104 & 107 CO SCI 134 CO SCI 148 CO SCI 186 Math for Programmers & Advanced Spreadsheet Operating Systems Oracle: SQL This sequence of courses prepares students for careers in Programming Logic Applications applications software development and usage in fields related to databases, networking, web technologies, business analysis, and/ or programming. Students successfully completing this program will Database Track- 2 courses from CO SCI 187, 188, 198 find opportunities for employment in various industries depending on CO SCI 138 OR- 2 courses from CO SCI 151, 152, 158 Advanced Visual Basic the track chosen for the electives. CO SCI 103 or 101 and 108...... 4-7 CO SCI 104...... 3 CO SCI 107...... 3 CO SCI 134...... 3 CO SCI 138...... 3 CO SCI 148...... 3 Programming Languages certificate CO SCI 186...... 3 CO SCI 103 or Electives...... 6 CO SCI 101 & 108 Total Units...... 28-31 Computer Systems Acceptable Electives: Database Track: 2 courses from CO SCI 187, 188, 189, 198, and 199 CO SCI 104 & 107 CO SCI 134 CO SCI 138 CO SCI 186 Networking Track: 2 courses from CO SCI 181, 182, and 183 Math for Programmers Operating Systems Advanced Visual & Programming Logic Oracle: SQL Operating Systems Track: 2 courses from CO SCI 167, 168, and Basic 169 courses from CO SCI 187, 188, Programming Track: 2 courses from CO SCI 136, 139, 140, 141, CO SCI 139 or 141 189, 198 and 199 OR and 142 Beg C++ or Java courses from CO CI 144, 151, Web Technologies Track: 2 courses from CO SCI 144, 155, 156, 158, 152, 155, 156, 158, and 159 OR and 159. courses -- CO SCI 167, 168, and169 CO SCI 136 And one from the Data Structures following PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES Certificate CO SCI 140 This course sequence provides students with comprehensive training Advances C++ in high- demand programming languages and tools such as Visual Basic, C++, Java, Perl, XML, ASP, and others. Students can choose CO SCI 142 electives from three exciting tracks: Databases, Web Development, Advanced Java and Operating Systems. Successful completion of the program will prepare students for an exciting career in software analysis, design, and development. CO SCI 103 or 101 and 108...... 4-7 Computer networking skill certificate CO SCI 104...... 3 CO SCI 107...... 3 CO SCI 181 CO SCI 134...... 3 CISCO Networking I CO SCI 136...... 3 CO SCI 138...... 3 CO SCI 182 CO SCI 139 or 141...... 3 CISCO Networking II CO SCI 140 or 142...... 3 CO SCI 186...... 3 CO SCI 183 Electives...... 9 CISCO Networking III Total...... 37-40 CO SCI 184 Acceptable Electives: Databases Track: 3 courses – CO SCI 187, CISCO Networking IV 188, 189, 2013-2014 Catalog 59 Los Angeles City College

198, and 199 Web Development Track: 3 courses from CO SCI 144, CO SCI 148…...... 3 155, 156, Total Units…...... 16 158, and 159 Operating Systems Track: 3 courses – CO SCI 167, JAVA PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE Certificate 168, and 169 This course sequence provides students with comprehensive train- ing in high- demand programming languages and tools such as Vi- DATABASE ADMINISTRATION sual Basic, Java. Successful completion of the program will prepare Skill Certificate students for an exciting career in software analysis, design, and de- This course sequence offers state of the art hands-on training velopment. in setting up and administering Oracle relational databases and CO SCI 108…...... 3 prepares students for the Oracle professional certification in CO SCI 104…...... 3 database administration. CO SCI 107…...... 3 CO SCI 186...... 3 CO SCI 141…...... 3 CO SCI 187...... 3 CO SCI 142…...... 3 CO SCI 188...... 3 Total...... 15 CO SCI 189 ...... 3 C++ PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE Certificate CO SCI 198...... 3 This course sequence provides students with comprehensive training Total Units...... 15 in high- demand programming languages and tools such as Visual Ba- sic, C++. Successful completion of the program will prepare students DATABASE Developer for an exciting career in software analysis, design, and development. Skill Certificate CO SCI 103…...... 3 Use Oracle Developer Suite 10g and deploy applications on the Web CO SCI 104…...... 3 with Oracle Application Server 10g. The students learn how to build CO SCI 107…...... 3 forms and reports and use the web to access them. Students also CO SCI 139…...... 3 learn the procedural language PL/SQL for Oracle. CO SCI 140…...... 3 CO SCI 186...... 3 Total ...... 15 CO SCI 198...... 3 CO SCI 199...... 3 COMPUTER Total Units...... 9 TECHNOLOGY

Web Client Technologies (323) 953-4000 ext. 2810 • JH312 Skill Certificate www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/ctel/index.html Program provides training in the use of client-side web technologies for design and PROGRAMS OFFERED development of interactive web sites. Skills include use of HTML, Associate of Science: DHTML, XML, Java, Java Script, Dreamweaver and Flash in web Computer Technology site development. CO SCI 141...... 3 Certificates: CO SCI 151...... 3 Computer Technology CO SCI 152...... 3 Program in A+ Certification CO SCI 103...... 4 Program in Network+ Certification CO SCI 158...... 3 Total Units...... 16 Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program VBA Application Skill Certificate are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// This certificate program provides the students with an advanced tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents level of instruction and techniques in Microsoft Visual Basic Applica- The computer technology curriculum has been developed to provide tions and Visual Basic programming. Students will learn developing training in the principles underlying the design of modern computer and implementing Macros in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access. systems. The program presents theory of computer architecture Students will be able complete this certificate program Online. and design, operation of equipment, and diagnostic programming. CO SCI 103…...... 4 Emphasis is placed on essential electronics, design of digital systems CO SCI 133…...... 3 used in robotics, automation and industrial control, data processing, CO SCI 134…...... 3 and networking. Practical aspects of maintenance, troubleshooting, CO SCI 138…...... 3 and integration of digital and analog systems are included. To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. 2013-2014 Catalog 60 Los Angeles City College

PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses PROGRAM IN A+ CERTIFICATION needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” Skills Certificate section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. Los Angeles City College offers a program for preparation for the 3 Units English Composition CompTIA 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking A+ Computer Systems certificate, and industry standard certification for those who work with computer hardware and systems software. 3 Units Natural Sciences Upon completing this short program, the student is fully prepared 3 Units Humanities to sit for the CompTIA A+ Certification Examination. The CompTIA 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American A+ Examination itself is adminis- tered outside of Los Angeles City History & Governments) College. The Mathematics Department will issue a completion 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education certificate upon application by the student with the successful 3-5 Units Math Competency completion of the following courses. Students must receive a satisfactory grade or better to meet certificate requirements. DEGREE PROGRAM Computer Technology 1...... 4 Computer Technology 12...... 4 COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY Computer Technology 14...... 4 Associate of Science Degree Electronics 2 or 4 or 6...... 3- 4 Total Units...... 15-16 Career Program COMPTIA CERTIFICATES First Semester PROGRAM IN NETWORK+ CERTIFICATION Computer Technology 1...... 4 Skills Certificate Electronics 2...... 3 Los Angeles City College offers a program for preparation for the Electronics 4...... 4 CompTIA Electronics 10...... 3 Network+ Certificate, the industry standard certification for those Second Semester who install, configure, and operate local and wide area networks Computer Technology 20...... 4 of computers. Upon completing this program, the student is fully Electronics 6...... 4 prepared to sit for the CompTIA Network+ Certification Examination. Electronics 8...... 4 Computer Technology 1...... 4 Electronics 12...... 3 Computer Technology 4...... 4 Third Semester Computer Technology 15...... 4 Computer Technology 30...... 4 Total Units...... 12 Computer Technology 36...... 4 Fourth Semester COOPERTIVE EDUCATION Electronics 156...... 4 Total Units...... 41 (323) 953-4000 ext. 2236 • AD 209 CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS OFFERED Certificate Courses Only - No Degree/Certificate A Computer Technology certificate will be issued by the Mathematics See Below Department upon submittal of an application by the student to Through Cooperative Education or “CO-OP ED,” students may the department with the successful completion of the following earn college credit for their on-the-job work experience. courses. All students must receive a satisfactory grade or better to CO-OP ED is designed to enhance the student’s academic and meet certificate requirements. personal development. Educational objectives are carefully Computer Technology 1...... 4 planned and coordinated with the student’s employer to provide Computer Technology 20...... 4 realistic employment relationships. Computer Technology 30...... 4 To be eligible, students are expected to: Computer Technology 36...... 4 • Attend two (2) 2.5 hour seminars; Computer Technology 156...... 4 • Be enrolled in seven (7) or more units (which may include Electronics 2...... 3 CO-OP ED units) at LACC during regular Spring and Fall Electronics 4...... 4 semesters; Electronics 6...... 4 • Be currently employed and/or have arranged an internship Electronics 8...... 4 through an employer; and Electronics 10...... 3 Electronics 12...... 3 • Complete a CO-OP ED application and submit the CO-OP ED Total Units...... 41 agreement, signed by the employer. 2013-2014 Catalog 61 Los Angeles City College

For students working in their major or a related field, a maximum considered for entrance into the Dental Technology Program. The of four (4) units may be earned per semester for a total of second part of the process is to take the Dental Technology Dexterity sixteen (16) units maximum in CO-OP ED. The same CO-OP ED Exam that will be given on the 10th class meeting of the DT 100 course may be repeated for a maximum of four (4) semesters. course. This exam is not a pass/fail exam and there is no way to Students may enroll in one (1) section number and a maximum study for it. The Dexterity Exam gives the selection committee an of four (4) CO-OP ED units per semester. accurate indication of hand/eye coordination and three-dimensional ability of each candidate. These qualities are necessary for a dental LACC COOPERATIVE EDUCATION (CO-OP ED) COURSES technologist to have. The candidates are ranked according to their Vocational Disciplines Offering Co-op Ed Experience individual results with all of the other dental technology candidates. Note: Students in the following declared majors may enroll The top 18 candidates out of the testing cohort are invited to enter under the the Dental Technology Program. following disciplines: Business, Cinema, CAOT, Music, If a candidate is not selected into the Dental Technology Program, Television the candidate may request to take the Dental Technology Dexterity Non-Vocational Disciplines Listed for Cooperative Education Exam when it is given in the next testing cohort. Note: In accordance with the State Chancellors’ guidelines, The Associate of Science Degree Program and the Certificate students may enroll in general Co-op Ed courses under the Program are identical from a course sequence standpoint. The only state approved top code. difference is the general education requirements taken outside of the Dental Technology Department. DENTAL TECHNOLOGY DEGREE PROGRAM DENTAL TECHNOLOGY Chair: Dana Cohen Associate of Science Degree (323) 953-4000 ext. 2502 • SCI 325 Career Program http://dental.lacitycollege.edu This curriculum is specifically designed to provide students with PROGRAMS OFFERED the skills, knowledge and background necessary to become a Associate of Science: dental technician in either a commercial dental laboratory or dental office laboratory. Good eye/hand coordination, communication Dental Technology skills and the ability to follow directions are requisites for successful Certificate: entrance into this program. Students selected for each new Dental Technology group are admitted into the program based upon their successful completion of DT 100, 101 and 102. A dexterity exam score Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program administered during the DT 100 course; evaluation of the student’s are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// level of commitment and determination and the ability to follow tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents directions. All candidates for the Dental Technology program must Dental Technology (often referred to as Dental Laboratory have a high school diploma or G.E.D. Technology) is a career in the design and manufacturing of Courses in the Dental Technology curriculum are designed to dental prosthetic devices (dentures, partial dentures, crowns and be taken in sequence. Successful completion of each Dental bridges) and orthodontic devices (both passive and active retainers). Technology course in a particular sequence with a grade of Dental Technicians and technologists usually work in a commercial “C” or better is required before the student may progress into dental laboratory which is separate from the dental practice. the next level of courses in the sequence. All courses listed Salary is based upon knowledge level, experience and speed of are required for the Associate of Science degree with a major manufacture among other aspects. Dental technicians receive in Dental Technology. Students who successfully complete all the dental impressions and prescriptions (work authorizations) from the Dental Technology courses will be eligible to sit for the Recognized dentist, apply their expertise and return the prescribed appliance to Graduate Certified Dental Technician Exam given by the National the dentist for placement in the patient’s mouth. Entrance into the Board for Certification of Dental Technicians. Dental Technology Program Note: All candidates for the Dental Technology Program must have a high Math 112 Pre-Algebra or higher must be taken before school diploma or G.E.D. Getting selected into the LACC Dental completion of the Dental Technology Program. Technology Program is a two part process. First the candidate PREREQUISITE must enroll in DT 100 “Introduction to Dental laboratory”, DT 101 Dental Technology 100...... 2 “Elements of Dental Technology” and DT 102 “Dental Anatomy and Dental Technology 101...... 2 Terminology”. Candidates for the Dental Technology Program must Dental Technology 102...... 3 complete these (3) three courses with a grade of “C” or better. First Semester Students that receive a D, F, W, or Incomplete grade will not be Dental Technology 103...... 5 Dental Technology 109...... 4 2013-2014 Catalog 62 Los Angeles City College

Intersession better is required before the student may progress into the next Dental Technology 106...... 3.5 level of courses in the sequence. All courses listed are required for the Associate of Science degree with a major in Dental Technology. Second Semester Students who successfully complete all the Dental Technology Dental Technology 105...... 2 courses will be eligible to sit for the Recognized Graduate Dental Technology 111...... 5 Certified Dental Technician Exam given by the National Dental Technology 112...... 3 Board for Certification of Dental Technicians. Intersession Dental Technology 204...... 3 A certificate in Dental Technology will be issued by the Dental Technology Department upon successful completion of all Dental Third Semester Technology courses. Courses in the Dental Technology Certificate Dental Technology 203...... 2 program are the following: Note: Math 112 Pre-Algebra or higher Dental Technology 205 or 206...... 10 must be taken before completion of the Dental Technology Program.

Intersession PREREQUISITE Dental Technology 108...... 3 Dental Technology 100...... 2 Dental Technology 101...... 2 Fourth Semester Dental Technology 102...... 3 Dental Technology 207 or 208...... 10 Dental Technology 202...... 2 First Semester Total Units...... 59.5 Dental Technology 103...... 5 Dental Technology 109...... 4 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. Intersession PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses Dental Technology 106...... 3.5 needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. Second Semester 3 Units...... English Composition Dental Technology 105...... 2 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking Dental Technology 111...... 5 3 Units...... Natural Sciences Dental Technology 112...... 3 3 Units...... Humanities 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences Intersession (including American History & Governments) Dental Technology 204...... 3 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education 3-5 Units...... Math Competency Third Semester Dental Technology 203...... 2 CERTIFIC ATE PROGRAM Dental Technology 205 OR 206...... 10

DENTAL TECHNOLOGY Intersession Certificate Dental Technology 108...... 3 This curriculum is specifically designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and background necessary to become a dental Fourth Semester technician in either a commercial dental laboratory or dental Dental Technology 207 or 208...... 10 office laboratory. Good eye/hand coordination, communication Dental Technology 202...... 2 skills and the ability to follow directions are requisites for successful entrance into this program. Students selected for each Total Units...... 59.5 new group are admitted into the program based upon their successful completion of DT 100 course; their dexterity exam score administered during the DT 100, 101 and 102; evaluation of the ESTHETIC DENTAL student’s level of commitment and determination and the ability to DESIGN follow directions. All candidates for the Dental Technology Program Certificate must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. The Esthetic Dental Design Program offered by LACC at UCLA dental school is a unique program that trains dental technicians in the art and science of esthetic dental restorations. Successful Courses in the Dental Technology curriculum are designed to completion of the Dental Technology Associate or Certificate be taken in sequence. Successful completion of each Dental Program is the prerequisite for selection into the UCLA Esthetic Technology course in a particular sequence with a grade of “C” or Dental Design Program. The Esthetic Dental Design Program 2013-2014 Catalog 63 Los Angeles City College

requires the candidate to take a prerequisite course DT 300. The All courses are repeated in the second year. selection of each group is based upon the student’s progress during ADVANCED PROSTHODONTIC, IMPLANT AND this course and an oral interview conducted by the course instructor and the director of the UCLA program. The Program consists of MAXILLOFACIAL courses in the arts and sciences of esthetic dental restorations. Certificate The Advanced Prosthodontic, Implant and Maxillofacial Program is a A certificate will be issued by UCLA Center for Esthetic Dental unique program that trains dental technicians in the art and science Design upon completion of the following courses: of Advanced Prosthodontic Devices, Dental Implant Technology and the delicate art of making prosthetic replacements for the human PREREQUISITE face and head. Successful completion of the Dental Technology DT 300...... 0.5 Associate or Certificate Program is the prerequisite for selection into the Advanced Prosthodontic, Implant and Maxillofacial Program. First Semester The Advanced Prosthodontic, Implant and Maxillofacial DT 301...... 8 Program, requires that the candidate spend a week shadowing a DT 303...... 5 current student followed by an oral interview conducted by the DT 304...... 8 UCLA program director and faculty. The program consists of the art science and technology of implant restorations, full mouth Intersession reconstructions and replacement parts of the human face. DT 302...... 3 A certificate will be issued by UCLA Advanced Prosthodontic DT 308...... 3 Department upon completion of the following courses:

Second Semester Intersession DT 305...... 8 DT 401...... 7.5 DT 306...... 12 First Semester Total Units...... 44 DT 402...... 16.5

Intersession MASTER DENTAL DT 403...... 6 CERAMIST Certificate Second Semester Upon successful completion of the Esthetic Dental Design Program, DT 404...... 16.5 a student may continue on into the Master Dental Ceramist Program. Total Units...... 46.5 Intersession DT 311...... 7 The Advanced Prosthodontic Program may offer the student the opportunity to complete another year of training in even Third Semester more advanced techniques. In this case the student repeats the DT 309...... 18 above sequence a second time.

Intersession Earth Sciences DT 312...... 7 Fourth Semester Chair: Michael Farrell DT 313...... 18 (323) 953-4000 EXT. 2600 • SCI 324B

Total Units...... 50 Department of Chemistry and Earth Sciences www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/department/chemistry/ chemweb

PROGRAMS OFFERED Courses Only - No Degree/Certificate Earth Science Geography Geology Oceanography 2013-2014 Catalog 64 Los Angeles City College

ELECTRONICS First Semester Computer Technology 1...... 4 Chair: Roger Wolf Elcetronics 2...... 3 (323) 953-4000 ext. 2810 • JH 312 Electronics 4*...... 4 www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/ctel/ index.html Electronics 10*...... 3 Second Semester PROGRAMS OFFERED Electronics 6*...... 4 Associate of Science: Electronics 8...... 4 Electronic Systems Technology Electronics 12*...... 3 Computer Technology 20...... 4 Certificate: Third Semester Electronics 20...... 4 Basic Electronics Fourth Semester Electronic Systems Technology Electronics 155...... 4 Total Units...... 37 Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http://tinyurl. * All majors are expected to take Electronics 4 and 10 during one com/laccsloforstudents semester. Students are urged to obtain assistance from department If you are interested in how things work, our Electronics programs faculty in planning their programs. will prepare you for entry-level positions related to computer hardware Suggested Electives: Computer Technology 36, Physics 11 and electronics. Opportunities include: computer repair, manufacture, To complete general education requirements in this area of study, installation and design; manufacturing and/or repairing electronic Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. equipment including transmission devices used by electronic PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses utilities; machinery controls; telecommunications; wiring in buildings, needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” automobiles, aircraft, robotics, printed circuit development; and more. section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. Students completing one of the certificate programs can expect to 3 Units...... English Composition enter high paying positions in the computer/electronics industries. With more experience and/ or a Bachelor’s degree or advance trade 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking certification (e.g. Electricians), entry-level technicians can advance in 3 Units...... Natural Sciences position and salary. 3 Units...... Humanities 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences Our strength is our instructors and hands-on training. With years of (including American History realworld experience, our instructors bring quality instruction into the & Governments) classroom that cannot be found in textbooks. Our smaller class size 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education allows our instructors to give extra attention to the individual needs of each student. And, hands-on experience gives students the skills 3-5 Units...... Math Competency and confidence to be successful in the workforce. CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS DEGREE PROGRAM BASIC ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY Certificate A certificate in Basic Electronics will be issued by the Mathematics Associate in Science Degree Department upon submittal of an application by the student to the Career Program department and the successful completion of the following courses. This curriculum provides for the study of the technical aspects All students must receive a satisfactory grade or better to meet of applied electronics and is designed for persons seeking certificate requirements. employment as an electronic technician, electronic service Computer Technology 1...... 4 technician, communications technician, customer engineer, Computer Technology 12...... 4 radiologic electronics specialist, electronic test technician, electronic Computer Technology 20...... 4 research and development technician, or electronics equipment Electronics 4...... 4 representative. Electronics 6...... 4 Electronics 8...... 4 Successful completion of this curriculum will equip the graduate with Electronics 10...... 3 sufficient mathematics and theory to enter employment and achieve Electronics 12...... 3 advancement in a variety of job titles. Laboratory and practical courses Total Units...... 30 develop skills that are immediately useful to prospective employers and, as well, provide a foundation for more advanced skills which Recommended Electives: Electronics 81, 83, and 87 can be developed with a minimum of on-the-job training. 2013-2014 Catalog 65 Los Angeles City College

ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS DEGREE PROGRAM TECHNOLOGY Certificate ENGINEERING A certificate in Electronic System Technology will be issued by Associate of Science Degree the Mathematics Department upon submittal of an application by Transfer Program the student to the department and the successful completion of the The following classes are required to earn an Associate of Science following courses. degree in Engineering from Los Angeles City College. In addition All students must receive a satisfactory grade or better to meet to earning an A.S. degree, taking these courses will prepare the certificate requirements. student for transfer to a four year college or university to pursue Computer Technology 1...... 4 further studies in the engineering field. Computer Technology 20...... 4 Electronics 2...... 3 For Electrical Engineering Majors or Computer Engineering Majors: Electronics 4...... 4 General Engineering 101...... 2 Math 261 (First semester Calculus)...... 5 Electronics 6...... 4 Physics 101...... 5 Electronics 8...... 4 Chemistry 101...... 5 Electronics 10...... 3 General Engineering 131...... 3 Electronics 12...... 3 Math 262...... 5 Electronics 20...... 4 Physics 102...... 5 Electronics 155...... 4 Math 263...... 5 Total Units...... 37 Physics 103...... 5 Electrical Engineering 220...... 4 ENGINEERING Math 275...... 3 Total Units...... 47 Chair: Dr. Jayesh Bhakta For Mechanical Engineering Majors or Civil Engineering Majors: (323) 953-4000 ext. 2923 • SCI 222D General Engineering 101...... 2 www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/physics/ Math 261...... 5 Physics 101...... 5 PROGRAMS OFFERED Chemistry 101...... 5 Associate of Science: General Engineering 131...... 3 Engineering Math 262...... 5 Physics 102...... 5 Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program CSIT 139 or 140 ...... 3 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at General Engineering 151...... 3 http://tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents Math 263...... 5 The art and science of engineering bridges the gap between ideas Physics 103...... 5 and their realization. Meeting an engineering challenge requires General Engineering 241...... 3 technical expertise, skill in organizing and leading people, sound Math 275...... 3 financial management, ability to handle legal issues, and the Electrical Engineering 220...... 4 character to maintain high ethical standards. Hence an education Total Units...... 56 in engineering provides one with a powerful mixture of technical To complete general education requirements in this area of study, expertise, creativity, people skills, and knowledge of real-world Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. business issues. Such a set of skills is in high demand in the PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses modern economy and are transferable. needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” LACC offers a full range of math, physics, and engineering courses section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a four-year college for you to gain an associate degree or to allow you to meet your or university. However, requirements vary depending upon the lower division requirements for transfer. In addition to courses, we individual institution. Please consult with a counselor for the specific offer an advisor program where you can be assigned a faculty requirements of the university you plan to attend. member who will assist you with matters that relate to your academic 3-6 Units...... English Composition progress. We also have an engineering club that allows students to 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking gain experience in working on a team on an engineering project. 3 Units...... Natural Sciences 3 Units...... Humanities 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences ...... (including American History & Governments) 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education 3-5 Units...... Math Competency 2013-2014 Catalog 66 Los Angeles City College

ENGLISH & ESL English 205...... 3 English 206...... 3 Chair : Dr. Bernadette Tchen Total Required Units...... 9-12 In addition to the courses listed above, students will fulfill the balance (323) 953-4000 ext. 2700 • JH300A (6-9 units) of their required 18 units for their Associate of Arts Degree in http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/engesl/index. English from the following courses: html ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS OFFERED English 127...... 3 Associate of Arts: English 204...... 3 English English 208...... 3 English 211...... 3 Other Courses: English 212...... 3 Linguistics English 214...... 3 English 215...... 3 Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program English 216...... 3 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// English 218...... 3 tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents English 239...... 3 The department offers extensive English and ESL courses. The English 240...... 3 courses are offered from basic skills English courses, ESL courses, English 252...... 3 and they extend to our transfer level. The English program is geared English 253...... 3 to assist students at all levels, so that they may improve their writing English 255...... 3 and prepare to transfer in an environment that fosters a rich literary English 270...... 3 tradition. Students develop methods for critical interpretations of Total Additional Units...... 6-9 relevant works of English, American, and other literatures in English. Our ESL programs offer courses to assist students to improve their Total Units Required for the ability to write, read, and listen/speak English. Associate of Arts Degree in English...... 18 (if Foreign Language Level III is chosen...... 20 ) DEGREE PR OGRAM ENGLISH Note: English majors are also advised to take English 103 to fulfill a general education requirement, but this course would not apply Associate of Arts Degree toward major requirements. Transfer Program Students who transfer as English majors must realize that An Associate of Arts Degree in English requires a minimum of requirements for additional English and foreign language classes vary 18 units in the major in addition to the Plan A General Education from school to school. Students should consult with a counselor to requirements. The English curriculum encourages students who make sure they have the most complete and up-to-date information. plan to transfer to begin their program of coursework early so that To complete general education requirements in this area of study, they will have completed all the required lower-division courses Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. by the time they are ready to apply to four-year colleges or universities. In order to satisfy the requirements, 9 to 12 of the PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses required 18 units must be satisfied by taking English 102 (if not needed or see the college used to fulfill general education requirements), 203, 205, and 206. catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a four-year college or university. However, requirements Students who transfer as English majors must realize that the vary depending upon the individual institution. Please requirements vary from institution to institution. consult with a counselor for the specific requirements of the university The requirements for additional English and foreign language you plan to attend. classes vary from school to school. Students should consult 3-6 Units...... English Composition with a counselor to make sure they have the most complete and 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking up-to-date information. Please refer to www.assist.org for most 3 Units...... Natural Sciences recent major preparation requirements of CSU and UC systems 3 Units...... Humanities 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences REQUIRED . (including American History & Governments) English 102...... 3 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education English 203...... 3 3-5 Units...... Math Competency 2013-2014 Catalog 67 Los Angeles City College

FOREIGN LANGUAGES FRENCH Chair: Eiko Kitajima Chatel Eighteen or more units of classes chosen from below. Must include (323) 953-4000 ext. 2737 JH 111G French 4 with a satisfactory grade or better. www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/forlang/ index.html French 1...... 5 French 2...... 5 PROGRAMS OFFERED French 3...... 5 Associate of Arts: French 4...... 5 Chinese French 8...... 2 French French 10 (same as Humanities 42)...... 3 Italian (Currently not offered) Japanese ITALIAN (CURRENTLY NOT OFFERED) Korean JAPANESE Spanish Eighteen or more units of classes chosen from below. Skill Certificates: Must include Japanese 4 with a satisfactory grade or better. Japanese 1...... 5 Korean Language & Civilization: Intermediate Level Japanese 2...... 5 Korean Language & Civilization: Advanced Level Japanese 3...... 5 Other Courses: Japanese 4...... 5 Japanese 8...... 2 American Sign Language Humanities 20 (same as Japanese 9)...... 3 Arabic Armenian Russian

Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program KOREAN are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// Eighteen or more units of classes chosen from below. tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents Must include Korean 4 and Korean 8 with a satisfactory grade or LACC is literally where worlds come together, situated between better. Little Armenia, Korea Town, Hollywood and Central and South Korean 1...... 5 American neighborhoods. This makes the college a particularly Korean 2...... 5 wonderful setting for learning a new language or mastering the Korean 3...... 5 language of your parents or grandparents. Understanding a foreign Korean 4...... 5 language can: Increase your understanding of other cultures Korean 8...... 2 and/or your own; enrich your travel experiences abroad; and Humanities 45 (same as Korean 10)...... 3 open career opportunities. Language skills are prized by employers, especially in teaching, translating, social work, foreign service, SPANISH international relations, trade and any other occupations catering to Eighteen or more units of classes chosen from below. multi-cultural and international audiences. Must include Spanish 4, Spanish 9 and 10 with a satisfactory grade or better. Core: DEGREE PR OGRAMS Spanish 1...... 5 FOREIGN LANGUAGES Spanish 2...... 5 Spanish 3...... 5 Associate of Arts Degree Spanish 4...... 5 Transfer Program Spanish 8...... 2 CHINESE Spanish 9 (same as Humanities 47)...... 3 Eighteen or more units of classes chosen from below. Spanish 10 (same as Humanities 48)...... 3 Must include Chinese 4 with a satisfactory grade or better. Spanish 11...... 3 Chinese 1...... 5 Chinese 2...... 5 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Chinese 3...... 5 Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. Chinese 4...... 5 PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses Chinese 10 (same as Humanities 41)...... 3 needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a four-year college or university. However, requirements vary depending upon the individual institution. Please consult with a counselor for the specific requirements of the university you plan to attend. 3-6 Units...... English Composition 2013-2014 Catalog 68 Los Angeles City College

6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking Transfer Program 3 Units...... Natural Sciences The following curriculum is an interdisciplinary studies sequence that brings together art, music, history, literature, and cultural studies. 3 Units...... Humanities It provides a strong foundation for a wide range of undergraduate 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences majors, including the arts, literature, history, world cultures as well as (including American History & Governments) ethnic and gender studies. 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education A minimum of 18 units of Arts and Humanities is required for the 3-5 Units...... Math Competency Humanities major Associate Degree. Requirements for the major are to be chosen from the Plan A Graduation requirements under the Korean Language & Civilization Skill Certificate: Humanities section. Intermediate Level HUMANITIES - ARTS: 3 units from any of the following: A certificate will be issued by the Foreign Language & Humanities African American Studies, Architecture, Art, Asian American Studies, Department upon successful completion of the following courses Chicano Studies, Cinema, Music, Photography, Theater and submitting an application to the department. All course work HUMANITIES - LITERATURE: 3 units from any of the following must be completed at LACC with a satisfactory grade of C or better. African American Studies, English Korean 1...... 5 HUMANITIES - 3-5 units from any of the following Korean 2...... 5 FOREIGN LANGUAGE: Korean 8...... 2 All courses in Arabic, Armenian, Chinese, French, Italian, Japanese, Or Humanities 45 (same as Korean 10)...... 3 Korean, Russian, Spanish and American Sign Language Total Units...... 15 HUMANITIES - HUMANITIES: 6 units from any of the following Humanities 6, 8, 20, 30, 31, 45, 47, 61, 63, Korean Language & Civilization Skill Certificate: Elective Units: Choose from any course listed under any section to Advanced Level bring total to a minimum of 18 units A certificate will be issued by the Foreign Language & Humanities Total Units ...... 18-20 Department upon successful completion of the following courses and submitting an application to the department. All course work To complete general education requirements in this area of study, must be completed at LACC with a satisfactory grade of C or better. Plan A for the AA/AS Korean 3...... 5 Degree is required. Korean 4...... 5 PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses Korean 8...... 2 needed or see the college Or Humanities 45 (same as Korean 10...... 3 catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is designed for Total Units...... 15 transfer to a four-year college or university. However, requirements vary depending upon the individual institution. Please consult with a HEALTH counselor for the specific requirements of the university you plan to Chair: Daniel Cowgill attend. (323) 953-4000 ext. 2660 • MG104 3-6 Units...... English Composition 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking PROGRAMS OFFERED 3 Units...... Natural Sciences 3 Units...... Humanities Courses Only - No Degree/Certificate 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences HUMANITIES ...... (including American History & Governments) 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education Chair: Eiko Kitajima Chatel 3-5 Units...... Math Competency (323) 953-4000 ext. 2737 • JH 111G www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/forlang/index.html

PROGRAMS OFFERED Associate of Arts: Humanities

Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents DEGREE PROGRAM HUMANITIES Associate of Arts Degree 2013-2014 Catalog 69 Los Angeles City College

JOURNALISM education requirements: English 102; Journalism 217; Journalism 218 (repeated); Photography 15, 34 or 46, Art 101, Political Science Chair: Daniel Marlos 2, Political Science 7, Law 3, History 12 or History 13. Additional (323) 953-4000 ext. 2835 Electives: Cinema 3 or Cinema 4, Journalism 185, Journalism Chemistry Basement 285 Photography 107 and 207. To complete general education requirements in this area of study, PROGRAMS OFFERED Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. Associate of Arts: PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses Journalism needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program four-year college or univer- sity. However, requirements vary depending are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// upon the individual institution. Please consult with a counselor for the tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents specific requirements of the university you plan to attend. The journalism curriculum is an open-ended program that is arranged 3-6 Units...... English Composition so the graduate is prepared to work in either the field or, with 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking additional course work, to transfer to a four-year college or university. 3 Units...... Natural Sciences Journalism majors are offered courses designed to train them in 3 Units...... Humanities desktop publishing skills and for editorial, and photojournalism jobs 9 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences on daily and weekly newspapers, magazines, trade journals and (including American History & Governments) consumer publications. They also are prepared for work as freelance 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education writers and as writers for television and radio news programs. The employment records of hundreds of graduates show the California 3-5 Units...... Math Competency Publishers Association approval of courses offered here. JOURNALISM DEGREE PROGRAMS Associate of Arts Degree JOURNALISM Career Program Journalism majors also are required to work three semesters on the Associate of Arts Degree campus newspaper, the Collegian. Scholarships, from the Greater Transfer/Career Program Los Angeles Press Club, are available for journalism majors. The curriculum is outlined below. Although the order and semester in First Semester which courses are taken may have to be modified to meet individual Journalism 101*...... 3 needs, all first semester journalism majors should enroll for every Journalism 105...... 3 course listed below under First Semester. Courses listed are needed Photography 10...... 3 for the Associate of Arts Degree with a major in journalism. The Second Semester candidate for graduation in this curriculum must have at least a “C” Journalism 217...... 2 grade point average in the journalism courses taken. Journalism 218...... 3 Journalism 219...... 1 JOURNALISM Photography 7...... 3 Photography 20...... 4 Associate of Arts Degree Library Science 101...... 1 Transfer Program Photo 46...... 3 Third Semester First Semester Journalism 217...... 2 Journalism 101**...... 3 Journalism 218...... 3 Journalism 105...... 3 Journalism 219...... 1 Photography 10...... 3 Please choose 9 units from the following electives:...... 9 Journalism 185 (1) Second Semester Journalism 285 (2) Journalism 217...... 2 Photography 001 (6) Journalism 218...... 3 Photography 17 (3) Journalism 219...... 1 Administration of Justice 1 (3 Photography 7...... 3 Fourth Semester Photography 20...... 4 Journalism 217...... 2 Total Units...... 22 Journalism 218...... 3 ** Required of first semester majors unless waived by Department Journalism 219...... 1 Chair. Suggested Electives to meet additional 6 units in general Please choose 9 units from the following electives:...... 9 2013-2014 Catalog 70 Los Angeles City College

Photography 50...... (3) DEGREE PROGRAMS Photo 46...... (3) PARALEGAL STUDIES Photo 34...... (3) Photo 28...... (1) Associate in Arts Degree Administration of Justice 2 (3) Career Program Total Units...... 18 According to California Business and Professions Code section 6450, “Paralegal” means a person who holds himself or herself out to be a To complete general education requirements in this area of study, paralegal, who is qualified by education, training, or work experience, Plan B for the AA/AS who either contracts with or is employed by an attorney, law firm, Degree is required. corporation, governmental agency, or other entity, and who performs PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses substantial legal work under the direction and supervision of an active needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” member of the State Bar of California, or an attorney practicing law in section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. the federal courts of this state, that has been specifically delegated by 3 Units...... English Composition the attorney to him or her. Paralegals may not provide legal services 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking directly to the public, except as permitted by law. 3 Units...... Natural Sciences 3 Units...... Humanities Employment growth for paralegals stems from law firms increasingly 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences hiring paralegals to lower the cost and increase the availability and (including American History & Governments) efficiency of legal services. In the future, the majority of job openings 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education for paralegals will be new jobs created by employment growth. While 3-5 Units...... Math Competency the program cannot guarantee employment, every effort will be made to assist students in finding law-related positions. LAW All paralegal students are welcome to join the on-campus student Chair and Paralegal Program Director: club, the Legal Association. All paralegal students are also Wilhelm I. Vargas, Attorney at Law encouraged to be active in the Los Angeles Paralegal Association. (323) 953-4000 ext. 2754• HH200 F Los Angeles City College is a member of the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAFPE). www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/law/ introparalegalstudies In order to graduate from the Paralegal Program, a student must meet the requirements PROGRAMS OFFERED to receive an Associate in Arts Degree in Paralegal Studies. Associate in Arts: The Associates in Arts Degree in Paralegal Studies consists of Paralegal Studies classes totaling 60 semester units: 1. A minimum of 42 semester Units of required classes, 18 of which Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program are designated as “Legal Specialty - Required” courses. A Legal are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// Specialty course is a course that (1) covers substantive law or legal tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents procedures or process, (2) has been developed for paralegals, and The Paralegal Studies Program is approved by the American Bar (3) emphasizes practical paralegal skills. The student must complete Association. It is offered by the Law Department to students who are all Legal Specialty courses (6 courses) at Los Angeles City College. interested in working in the legal field. Paralegals assist attorneys Students considering transferring law/paralegal credits from another in providing legal services in civil and criminal matters. Paralegal college should consult with the Paralegal Program Director. training is also valuable to persons seeking employment in fields such as real estate, insurance, banking, or brokerage. According 2. A minimum of 18 semester units of General Education (Plan B). to the latest statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job Competency Requirements: outlook for paralegals is projected to grow faster than the average for The following courses are approved to meet the competency for the all occupations through 2012. Despite projections of fast employment Associate Degree for all students entering beginning Fall 2009. growth, competition for these jobs is rigorous and only the highly- A. Reading and Written Expression skilled, formally-trained paralegals have excellent employment 1. Competence in Reading and Written Expression shall be potential. The paralegal program is designed to provide students with demonstrated by achieving a grade of “C” or better in English high quality paralegal training, and on-the-job experience through 101 or its equivalent in another college. internships. The paralegal program is flexible and accommodates B. Mathematics day, evening, and weekend students. 1. Competence in Mathematics shall be demonstrated by achieving a grade of “C” or better in Math 125 or Math 124A and Math 124B or higher or its equivalent at another college. A student who has earned an A.A. degree or higher from an accredited post-secondary institution, must have their transcripts 2013-2014 Catalog 71 Los Angeles City College

evaluated to determine if some or all of their general education LEARNING course work meets the requirements for an A.A. Degree in Paralegal SKILLS Studies at Los Angeles City College. Chair: Maryanne Des Vignes The following is a list of the 42 semester units of required classes. The (323) 953-4000 ext. 2770 • Life Sciences Building Second Floor courses are arranged in a suggested, not mandatory, course sequence. First Semester www.lacitycollege.edu/resource/learningskills/index.html CAOT 84 - Keyboarding Operations ...... 3 PROGRAMS OFFERED Speech 101 - Oral Communication I ...... 3 Courses Only - No Degree/Certificate Law 10 - Introduction to Legal Assistant I ...... 3 Library Science 101 - Library Research Methods ...... 1 LIBERAL Second Semester ARTS Law 1 - Business Law I ...... 3 Law 11 - Introduction to Legal Assistant II ...... 3 See a Counselor for Info. Law 12 - Tort Law and Claims Investigation ...... 3 Law 51 - Legal Research for Paralegals ...... 3 Interdisciplinary Program Third Semester PROGRAMS OFFERED Law 2 - Business Law II ...... 3 Law 17 - Legal Writing ...... 3 Associate of Arts: CAOT 93 - Legal Document Production ...... 2 Liberal Arts AA Degree Paralegal Electives (see list below)...... 3 Fourth Semester Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program Law 4 - Directed Field Work in Legal Assisting ...... 3 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// Law 19 - Real Property ...... 3 tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents Paralegal Electives (see list below)...... 3 Total Units...... 42 DEGREE PROGRAM LIBERAL ARTS Paralegal General Electives: Law 3, Civil Rights and the Law Associate in Arts Degree & Transfer Major Law 13, Wills Trusts, and Probate Administration Transfer Program Law 18, Marriage and Family Law Law 33, Law and the Media The Liberal Arts degree is designed for students planning to Law 35, Immigration Law transfer to a four year college/university, including the California Law 37, Bankruptcy State University (CSU) and the University of California (UC) system. Law 38, Criminal Law This degree provides a well- rounded academic education in the liberal arts and sciences. In fulfilling their General Education requirements, the student must satisfy all the requirements of Plan B for completion of an Associate of The Liberal Arts degree consists of the following: 1) general Arts Degree. Plan B is not a program designed for transfer to a four- education re- quirements, 2) 18 units in an area of emphasis, and 3) year college. For assistance in understanding the Plan B requirements, electives, for a total of 60 units. please consult with a Counselor in the Counseling Department. For Plan B, the paralegal student must select and successfully complete a • Select one of the three options to meet general education minimum of eighteen (18) semester units in General Education in each requirements: of the following areas: A. Natural Sciences - Minimum three (3) semester units Option 1. Los Angeles City College Plan A General B. Social and Behavioral Sciences - Minimum three (3) semester units Education (30 units min.). C. Humanities - Minimum three (3) semester units Option 2. CSU GE Breadth Certification (39 units min.). D. Language and Rationality - Minimum six (6) semester units Option 2 must include a health course E. Health and Physical Education - Minimum three (3) semester units. (CSU GE - Area E). Option 2 must also include All course work must be completed with a grade of “C” or higher. The one physical education/dance activity course. Paralegal Program at Los Angeles City College may accept general Option 3. IGETC Certification (37 units min.). education classes and non-paralegal specific classes as transferable Option 3 must include American Institutions/ credits. The transferred credits must have been earned at a regionally- Government requirement. Option 3 must also accredited post-secondary institution. All acceptable transferred credits include a health and physical education/dance will count toward the student’s grade point average for graduation. The activity course. student must meet all applicable graduation requirements existing at • Choose an Area of Emphasis (18 units min.) the time of enrollment into the Paralegal Program. • Complete electives for the required 60 total units for the AA degree 2013-2014 Catalog 72 Los Angeles City College

Areas of Emphasis (Italian 10), 45 (Korean 10), 47 (Spanish 9), 48, (Spanish 10), 61, Social and Behavioral Sciences 63 Music 101, 111,121, 122, 133, 135 (African American Studies 60) These courses emphasize the perspective, concepts, theories Philosophy 1, 2, 12, 14, 19, 20, 30, 32, 35, 40, 41 and methodologies found in the social and behavioral sciences. Photography 10, 17, 34 Students will study about themselves and others as members of Speech 130 a larger society. This pattern emphasizes the contributions and Theater 100, 110, 140 perspectives of men, women and members of various ethnic and cultural groups and a comparative perspective on both Western and non-Western societies. Performing and Visual Arts African American Studies 4, 5, 7; Anthropology 102, 103 Business These courses bring together the performing disciplines of Art, 1; Chicano Studies 7, 8; Child Development 1;Economics 1, 2; Cinema/TV, Dance, Photography, Music, and Theater. The Geography 2; History 1, 2, 3, 4, 11, 12, 13, 59, 81, 82, 86, 87; students will demonstrate through performance how these Journalism 105; Law 3; Linguistics 2; Political Science 1, 2, 7; disciplines integrate and relate to another. Students will be Psychology 1, 13; Sociology 1, 2, 11; Speech 122 encouraged to work on the interdisciplinary aspect in the 185 Directed Studies through departmental collaborative projects. Natural Sciences and Mathematics These courses emphasize the natural sciences which examine the A minimum of 18 units from the following 4 of the 6 disciplines physical below: universe, its life forms, and its natural phenomena. Courses in mathematics emphasize the development of mathematical and Choose a total of 12 units from 2 of the disciplines and the quantitative reasoning beyond the level of intermediate algebra. reamining 6 units from 2 of the other disciplines: Art, Cinema/TV, Anatomy 1 Dance, Music, Photography, and Theater. Anthropology 101, 111 Astronomy 1, 5, 11 Art 201, 501 Biology 3, 6, 7, 25 Chemistry 60 or 68, 101, Cinema 2 101, 102, 211, 212, 221 Dance Studies 185, 301or 302 or 303 or 304 Earth Science 1 Dance Techniques 241 or 242 or 243 or 244, 141 or 141 or 143 or Geography 1,15 144, 111 or 112 or 113 or 114, 121 or 122 or 123 or 124 Geology 1, 6 Dance Specialties 311, 321, 331 Mathematics 227, 230, 236, 245, 260, Music 185, or 311 or 400 or 601 or or 621, and 501 261, 262, 263, 270, 272, 275 Photography 1, 10 Microbiology 1, 20 Oceanography 1 Theater 200, 271, 225, 240, 300, 311, 313, 314, 315, 325, 336, 338, Physical Science 1, 14 416, 417 Physics 6, 7, 11, 12, 14, 21, 22, 101, 102, 103 Physiology 1 Choose one of the following courses for the Arts and Humanities Psychology 2 General Education Area: Art 101, 102, 103, 105, 107, 109; Cinema 3, Arts and Humanities 4; Dance Studies 805; Music 111, 121, 122, 133, 135; Photography These courses bring together art, music, history, literature, and 34; Theater 110, 400 cultural studies. Students will interpret the ways in which people LIBRARY through the ages in different cultures have responded to themselves SCIENCE and the world around them in artistic and cultural creation. African American Studies 20, 21, 60 (Music 135) Chair: Barbara Vasquez American Sign Language 40 (323) 953-4000 ext. 2407 •LIB114 Art 101, 102, 103, 105, 107, (Chicano Studies 52), 109, 111, 201, http://library.lacitycollege.edu 209, 501 Chicano Studies 44, 52 (Art 107) PROGRAMS OFFERED Cinema 3, 4 Courses Only - No Degree/Certificate Dance 805 English 203, 204, 205, 206, 208, 211, 212, 214, 215, 216, 218, The Library department is designed to help students succeed in 219,221, their college classes. The course gives students confidence in doing 239, 240, 252, 253, 255, 270 research using standard library resources as well as the Internet. Foreign Language courses including American Sign Language Humanities 6, 8, 19, 20, 30, 31, 41 (Chinese 10), 42 (French 10), 44 2013-2014 Catalog 73 Los Angeles City College

MATHEMATICS First Semester Mathematics 261...... 5 Chair: Roger Wolf Second Semester (323) 953-4000 ext. 2810 • JH 312 Mathematics 262...... 5 www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/ math/mathdept/ Mathematics 270...... 3 index.html Third Semester PROGRAMS OFFERED Mathematics 263...... 5 Associate of Science: Mathematics Fourth Semester Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program Mathematics 275...... 3 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http://tinyurl. com/laccsloforstudents Total Units...... 21 Mathematicians and their models put people and machines in space, make millionaires out of investors, and even propel video gaming Depending on your preparation, you may need additional technology to new levels of excitement. Mathematicians are active in prerequisite courses before entering this program. just about every professional area you can think of and are typically To complete general education requirements in this area of study, in-demand and high earners. Here are just a few of the places Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. you’ll find them: Computer Animation; Virtual Environments; Digital PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses Special Effects in Movies; Space Research; Mathematical Evolution needed or see the college catalog and Modeling; Engineering; Software Development & Computer “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a Technology; Electronics; Business (Financial Models, Trend Analysis, four-year college or univer- sity. However, requirements vary depending etc); Military & Security Occupations; Oil Exploration; and Teaching. upon the individual institution. Please consult with a counselor for the The LACC Mathematics Department offers classes from Pre-Algebra specific requirements of the university you plan to attend. to Advanced Calculus and Differential Equations. Our students 3-6 Units...... English Composition successfully transfer to prestigious university programs including Cal 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking State Universities, UCLA, UC Berkley and other UCs, USC and CalTech 3 Units...... Natural Sciences to name a few. And, LACC’s math team has consistently placed in the 3 Units...... Humanities top 5 out of nearly 200 colleges in the National American Mathematics 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences Association of Two Year Colleges Competition in recent years. (including American History & Governments) 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education Placement Information 3-5 Units...... Math Competency High school courses are not accepted as equivalent to college courses. Every new incoming student will be required to take the math assessment MUSIC unless he/she has satisfied the prerequisite by a college level Chair: Christine Park course or a comparable assessment process from another college. (This (323) 953-4000 ext. 2880 • CH110 placement must not be based on high school transcripts.) The result of the http://music.lacitycollege.edu assesment is valid for one year. PROGRAMS OFFERED Students placing above Math 125, please note: If the placement Associate of Arts: information given to you does not fit your circumstances, see Math Department for more detailed evaluation. Music Certificates/Skill Certificates: DEGREE PROGRAM Instrumental Performer: MATHEMATICS Brass (Level 1 - 4) Associate of Science Degree Guitar (Level 1 - 4) Transfer Program Percussion (Level 1 - 4) Piano (Level 1 - 4) The curriculum shown below is designed to guide students in the Strings (Level 1 - 4) Mathematics major and to encourage students to start courses in Woodwinds (Level 1 - 4) this major early in their college career. By completing this curriculum, Music Copyist (Level 1 - 4) students will be ready to compete in this major with other students Music Technology (Level 1 - 4) at a four-year college or university. Whether or not students elect to Orchestrator/Arranger (Level 1 - 4) receive the Associate of Science degree, the courses listed below Vocal Performer (Level 1 - 4) are those that will prepare them to enter their transfer institutions fully Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program prepared to pursue the Mathematics major. 2013-2014 Catalog 74 Los Angeles City College

are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// Requirements Plan “B” (60 units with 36 units in Music). Below are tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents a total of 31 units in Music; the remaining 5 required units will be The LACC Music Department offers the highest quality music taken as music electives. courses, designed for students seeking a variety of educational goals, including General Education; Certificate Programs that Starred courses (*) are those that are to be included in the provide the knowledge, expertise and skills needed to obtain a job in minimum requirements under Graduation Requirements Plan the music industry; and the Associate of Arts (AA) Degree program, “A” (60 units, with at least 18 units in Music). These 18 units designed for students planning to transfer to four-year universities. will be fulfilled with the 14 units that are required for the first two semesters, in addition to 2 additional units of Performance Our faculty members are dedicated teachers who are active in the Ensembles and 2 units of music electives. music industry as arrangers, copyists, composers, theorists, sound engineers and performers who play and sing regularly as soloists Students will select additional Music courses needed for proficiency and with professional ensembles. in particular performance areas, composition, and orchestration and arranging. It is strongly recommended that a student also consider Students have a variety of performance opportunities, giving public taking Applied Music in his/her primary performance area. concerts in Commercial and Classical Voice, Piano and Chamber Ensemble, Choir, Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, Guitar Ensemble All students should see a music counselor in the Music Department and our famous Studio Jazz Band. In addition to being performers, for assistance in arranging their program. music majors enter such fields as Recording Industry (Producing, Engineering, Arranging); Television and Radio (Program Director, First Semester Music Licensing); Music Technology (Sound Editor); Composing Music 152-1*...... 1 (Commercial Jingles, TV/Film); Conducting; Music Business Music 200*...... 4 (Music Distributor, Marketing); Music Education; Music Librarian; Music 311* (or more advanced level) ...... 1 Music Publishing (Music Editor, Copyrights); Music Therapy; Music Performance Ensemble (See Below)*...... 1 Communications (Publisher, Reporter); Instrument Making and Repair and more. Second Semester Music 152-2*...... 1 DEGREE PROGRAM Music 201*...... 3 MUSIC Music 217-2* ...... 1 Associate of Arts Degree Music 312* (or more advanced level)...... 1 Transfer/Career Program Performance Ensemble (See Below)*...... 1 Third Semester Changes to the Music Theory Sequence Music 111 or 121/122/135...... 3 Music 152-3*...... 1 The Music Theory sequence now consists of the following courses: Music 202 ...... 3 • Semester 1: MUS 200 (Introduction to Music Theory) Music 218-2 ...... 1 • Semester 2: MUS 201 (Harmony I) and MUS 217-2 (Musicianship 2) Music 313 (or more advanced level) ...... 1 • Semester 3: MUS 202 (Harmony II) and MUS 218-2 (Musicianship 3) Performance Ensemble (See Below)*...... 1 • Semester 4: MUS 203 (Harmony III) and MUS 219-2 Musicianship 4) Fourth Semester Note that the Musicianship classes (MUS 211, 212 and 213) have Music 152-4*...... 1 been renamed: Music 203 ...... 3 • MUS 211 (2 units) is now MUS 217-2 (1 unit) Music 219-2 ...... 1 • MUS 212 (2 units) is now MUS 218-2 (1 unit) Music 314 (or more advanced level) ...... 1 • MUS 213 (2 units) is now MUS 219-2 (1 unit) Performance Ensemble (See Below)*...... 1 Also note that Keyboard Harmony (Music 300, 301, 302 and 303) is no longer part of the music theory sequence as a standalone class. Electives...... 5 Keyboard harmony skills are now included in the Musicianship class. Total Units ...... 36 The curriculum outlined below is designed to guide a student to a Music Major Associate in Arts Degree. These courses also prepare The Performance Ensemble requirement may be satisfied by a student to enter transfer institutions as a Music major or minor. enrollment in and satisfactory completion of any of the following In addition to the courses listed here, the student must meet the courses: Music 351, 501, 531, 561, 705, 711, 725, 751, 765, 771, provisions of the General Education requirements as stated in the 781. college catalog.

All courses listed are to be completed under Graduation 2013-2014 Catalog 75 Los Angeles City College

*These starred (*) courses must be included in the minimum COMMERCIAL MUSIC requirements under Graduation Requirements “Plan A.” All courses INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / BRASS in the core curriculum must be completed under Graduation Certificate Requirements “Plan B.” It is also strongly recommended that students consider auditioning for Applied Music in their primary LEVEL I: performance area while at LACC. Music 152-1...... 1 Students may select “PLAN A” or “Plan B” general education Music 200...... 4 requirements to graduate. Music 241...... 1 PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed Music 311*...... 1 or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan Music 601**...... 2 A is designed for transfer to a four-year college or university. However, Performance Ensemble...... 1 requirements vary depending upon the individual institution. Please (Select from Music 501, 531, 711, 725, 751, 781) consult with a counselor for the specific requirements of the university Music Electives...... 2 you plan to attend. 3-6 Units...... English Composition LEVEL II: 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking Music 152-2...... 1 3 Units...... Natural Sciences Music 161...... 3 3 Units...... Humanities Music 201...... 3 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences Music 217-2...... 1 (including American History & Governments) Music 312*...... 1 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education Music 602**...... 2 3-5 Units...... Math Competency Performance Ensemble...... 1 PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses (Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 781) needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. LEVEL III: 3 Units...... English Composition Music 152-3...... 1 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking Music 202...... 3 3 Units...... Natural Sciences Music 218-2...... 1 3 Units...... Humanities Music 313*...... 1 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences Music 603**...... 2 (including American History & Governments) Performance Ensemble...... 1 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education (Select from Music 725, 751, 781) 3-5 Units...... Math Competency Music Electives...... 2

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS LEVEL IV: The Commercial Music Certificate curriculum has been designed Music 152-4...... 1 to provide the student with means to acquire valuable knowledge, Music 251-1...... 1 expertise, and marketable skills with which to obtain employment in Music 361-1...... 2 the following areas: English 28***...... 3 Instrumental Performer: Brass, Guitar, Percussion, Piano, Strings, Music 604...... 2 Woodwinds Performance Ensemble...... 1 Music Copyist (Select from Music 725, 751, 781) Music Technology Music 137 or Law 33...... 3 Orchestrator/Arranger Total Units...... 48 Vocal Performer Each Certificate is made up of four skill levels. A Skill Certificate * Or more advanced piano level determined by fulfillment of will be awarded by the Music Department upon application by the prerequisite or by departmental audition. student to the Department showing satisfactory completion of the ** Or more advanced Brass level determined by fulfillment of requirements for each level. A Commercial Music Certificate will be prerequisite or by departmental audition. awarded by the Music Department to a student who has successfully *** If English 28/31 requirement is met by a higher placement completed the four levels required for a given specialty. determined by the College Assessment, the English requirement is fulfilled; therefore, in place of English, you must take 3 units of Music. 2013-2014 Catalog 76 Los Angeles City College

COMMERCIAL MUSIC COMMERCIAL MUSIC INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / GUITAR INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / PERCUSSION Certificate Certificate

LEVEL I: LEVEL I: Music 152-1...... 1 Music 152-1...... 1 Music 200...... 4 Music 200...... 4 Music 241...... 1 Music 241...... 1 Music 311*...... 1 Music 311*...... 1 Music 650**...... 2 Music 631**...... 2 Performance Ensemble...... 1 Performance Ensemble...... 1 (Select from Music 501, 531, 711, 725, 771, 781) (Select from Music 501, 531, 711, 725, 751, 765, 781) Music Electives...... 2 Music Electives...... 2

LEVEL II: LEVEL II: Music 152-2...... 1 Music 152-2...... 1 Music 161...... 3 Music 161...... 3 Music 201...... 3 Music 201...... 3 Music 217-2...... 1 Music 217-2...... 1 Music 312*...... 1 Music 312*...... 1 Music 651**...... 2 Music 632**...... 2 Performance Ensemble...... 1 Performance Ensemble...... 1 (Select from Music 711, 725, 771, 781) (Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 765, 781)

LEVEL III: LEVEL III: Music 152-3...... 1 Music 152-3...... 1 Music 202...... 3 Music 202...... 3 Music 218-2...... 1 Music 218-2...... 1 Music 313*...... 1 Music 313*...... 1 Music 652**...... 2 Music 633**...... 2 Music 670...... 2 Performance Ensemble...... 1 Performance Ensemble...... 1 (Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 765, 781) (Select from Music 711, 725, 771, 781) Music Electives...... 2

LEVEL IV: LEVEL IV: Music 152-4...... 1 Music 152-4...... 1 Music 251-1...... 1 Music 251-1...... 1 Music 361-1...... 2 Music 361-1...... 2 Music 653**...... 2 English 28***...... 3 Performance Ensemble...... 1 Music 634...... 2 (Select from Music 711, 725, 771, 781) Performance Ensemble...... 1 English 28***...... 3 (Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 765, 781) Music 137 or Law 33...... 3 Music 137 or Law 33...... 3 Total Units...... 48 Total Units...... 48 * Or more advanced piano level determined by fulfillment of prerequisite or by departmental audition. *Or more advanced piano level determined by fulfillment of ** Or more advanced Guitar level determined by fulfillment of prerequisite or by departmental audition. prerequisite or by departmental audition. **Or more advanced percussion level determined by fulfillment of *** If English 28/31 requirement is met by a higher placement prerequisite or by departmental audition. determined by the College Assessment, the English requirement *** If English 28/31 requirement is met by a higher placement is fulfilled; therefore, in place of English, you must take 3 units of determined by the College Assessment, the English requirement is Music. fulfilled; therefore, in place of English, you must take 3 units of Music. 2013-2014 Catalog 77 Los Angeles City College

COMMERCIAL MUSIC COMMERCIAL MUSIC INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / PIANO INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / STRINGS Certificate Certificate

LEVEL I: LEVEL I: Music 152-1...... 1 Music 152-1...... 1 Music 200...... 4 Music 200...... 4 Music 241...... 1 Music 241...... 1 Music 311*...... 1 Music 311*...... 1 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 611**...... 2 Music Electives...... 4 Performance Ensemble...... 1 LEVEL II: (Select from Music 501, 531, 705, 711, 725, 781) Music 152-2...... 1 Music Electives...... 2 Music 161...... 3 Music 201...... 3 LEVEL II: Music 217-2...... 1 Music 152-2...... 1 Music 312*...... 1 Music 161...... 3 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 201...... 3 Music Elective...... 1 Music 217-2...... 1 Music 312*...... 1 LEVEL III: Music 612**...... 2 Music 152-3...... 1 Performance Ensemble...... 1 Music 202...... 3 (Select from Music 705, 711, 725, 781) Music 218-2...... 1 Music 313*...... 1 LEVEL III: Music 361-1...... 2 Music 152-3 ...... 1 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 202...... 3 Music Electives...... 2 Music 218-2...... 1 Music 313*...... 1 LEVEL IV: Music 613**...... 2 Music 152-4...... 1 Performance Ensemble...... 1 Music 251-1...... 1 (Select from Music 705, 711, 725, 781) Music 361-2...... 2 Music Electives...... 2 English 28***...... 3 Music Electives...... 1 LEVEL IV: Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 152-4...... 1 Music 137 or Law 33...... 3 Music 251-1...... 1 Music 261-1...... 2 Total Units...... 46 English 28***...... 3 Music 614...... 2 * Or more advanced piano level determined by fulfillment of Performance Ensemble...... 1 prerequisite or by departmental audition. (Select from Music 705, 711, 725, 781) ** Select from any of the following: 351, 501, 531, 561, 705, 711, Music 137 or Law 33...... 3 725, 751, 765, 771, 781. *** If English 28/31 requirement is met by a higher placement Total Units...... 48 determined by the College Assessment, the English requirement is fulfilled; therefore, in place of English, you must take 3 units of Music. * Or more advanced piano level determined by fulfillment of prerequisite or by departmental audition. ** Or more advanced string level determined by fulfillment of prerequisite or by departmental audition. *** If English 28/31 requirement is met by a higher placement determined by the College Assessment, the English requirement is fulfilled; therefore, in place of English, you must take 3 units of Music. 2013-2014 Catalog 78 Los Angeles City College

COMMERCIAL MUSIC COMMERCIAL MUSIC INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / WOODWINDS MUSIC COPYIST Certificate Certificate

LEVEL I: LEVEL I: Music 152-1...... 1 Music 152-1...... 1 Music 161...... 3 Music 200...... 4 Music 200...... 4 Music 241...... 1 Music 241...... 1 Music 311*...... 1 Music 311*...... 1 Music 621**...... 2 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Performance Ensemble...... 1 Music Elective...... 1 (Select from Music 501, 531, 711, 725, 751, 781) LEVEL II: Music Electives...... 2 Music 152-2...... 1 Music 201...... 3 LEVEL II: Music 217-2...... 1 Music 152-2...... 1 Music 242...... 1 Music 161...... 3 Music 261...... 3 Music 201...... 3 Music 312*...... 1 Music 217-2...... 1 Performance Ensemble...... 1 Music 312*...... 1 Music 622**...... 2 LEVEL III: Performance Ensemble...... 1 Music 152-3...... 1 (Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 781) Music 202...... 3 Music 218-2...... 1 LEVEL III: Music 243...... 1 Music 152-3...... 1 Music 313*...... 1 Music 202...... 3 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 218-2...... 1 Music 137 or Law 33...... 3 Music 313*...... 1 Music 623**...... 2 LEVEL IV: Performance Ensemble ...... 1 Music 152-4...... 1 (Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 781) Music 251-1...... 1 Music Electives...... 2 English 28***...... 3 Music 231*...... 3 LEVEL IV: Music 244...... 1 Music 152-4...... 1 Music 361-1...... 2 Music 251-1...... 1 Music 261-1 Music Elective...... 1 2 English 28***...... 3 Music 624...... 2 Total Units...... 46 Performance Ensemble...... 1 * Or more advanced level determined by fulfillment of (Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 781) prerequisite or departmental audition. Music 137 or Law 33...... 3 ** Select from 351, 501, 561, 705, 711, 725, 751, 765, 771, 765, 771, 781. Total Units...... 48 *** If English 28/31 requirement is met by a higher placement * Or more advanced piano level determined by fulfillment of determined by the College Assessment, the English requirement is prerequisite or by departmental audition. fulfilled; therefore, in place of English, you must take 3 units of Music. ** Or more advanced woodwind level determined by fulfillment of prerequisite or by departmental audition. *** If English 28/31 requirement is met by a higher placement COMMERCIAL MUSIC determined by the College Assessment, the English requirement MUSIC TECHNOLOGY is fulfilled; therefore, in place of English, you must take 3 units of Certificate Music. LEVEL I: Music 152-1...... 1 Music 161...... 3 Music 200...... 4 Music 241...... 1 2013-2014 Catalog 79 Los Angeles City College

Music 311*...... 1 Music 217-2...... 1 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 312...... 1 Music Elective...... 1 Instrumental Instruction...... 2 LEVEL II: (Select from Music 601, 611, 621, 631) Music 152-2...... 1 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 201...... 3 Music 217-2...... 1 LEVEL III: Music 261...... 3 Music 152-3...... 1 Music 312*...... 1 Music 202...... 3 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 218-2 ...... 1 Music Elective...... 1 Music 313*...... 1 Instrumental Instruction ...... 2 LEVEL III: (Select from Music 601, 611, 621, 631) Music 152-3...... 1 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 202...... 3 Music 137 or Law 33...... 3 Music 218-2...... 1 Music 291...... 2 LEVEL IV: English 28***...... 3 Music 152-4...... 1 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 251-1...... 1 Music 3641-1...... 2 LEVEL IV: Music 231...... 3 Music 152-4...... 3 English 28***...... 3 Music 251-1...... 1 nstrumental Instruction ...... 2 Music 361-1...... 2 (Select from Music 601, 611, 621, 631) Music 281...... 3 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 292...... 2 Total Units...... 49 Music 137 or Law 33...... 3 * Or more advanced piano level determined by fulfillment of Performance Ensemble**...... 1 prerequisite or by departmental audition. Music Elective...... 1 ** Select from 501, 711, 725, 751, 765, 771, 781. *** If English 28/31 requirement is met by a higher placement Total Units...... 47 determined by the College Assessment, the English requirement is fulfilled; therefore, in place of English, you must take 3 units of Music. * Or more advanced piano level determined by fulfillment of prerequisite or departmental audition. COMMERCIAL MUSIC ** Select from 351, 501, 531,561, 705, 711, 725, 751, 765, VOCAL PERFORMER 771, 765, 771, 781. Certificate *** If English 28/31 requirement is met by a higher placement determined by the College Assessment, the English requirement is LEVEL I: fulfilled; therefore, in place of English, you must take 3 units of Music. Music 152-1...... 1 Music 200...... 4 COMMERCIAL MUSIC Music 241...... 1 Music 311*...... 1 ORCHESTRATOR/ARRANGER Music 400**...... 1 Certificate Performance Ensemble...... 1 (Select from Music 501, 531, 561) LEVEL I: Music Electives...... 3 Music 152-1...... 1 Music 200...... 4 LEVEL II: Music 241...... 1 Music 152-2...... 1 Music 311*...... 1 Music 161...... 3 Performance Ensemble**...... 1 Music 201...... 3 Instrumental Instruction...... 2 Music 217-2...... 1 (Select from Music 601, 611, 621, 631) Music 312*...... 1 Music Electives...... 2 Music 431**...... 1 LEVEL II: Performance Ensemble...... 1 Music 152 -2...... 1 Music 161...... 3 (Select from Music 501, 531, 561) Music 201...... 3 2013-2014 Catalog 80 Los Angeles City College

LEVEL III: The Associate Degree program is a 2-year full-time program that Music 152-3...... 1 includes theory and clinical courses over 4 days a week. Clinical Music 202...... 3 experiences will include the opportunity for students to participate Music 218-2...... 1 in nursing care and treatments of clients in hospitals and other Music 313*...... 1 health care facilities. Once admitted, this program is designed to Music 432**...... 1 be completed in four semesters for non-licensed candidates. Performance Ensemble ...... 1 (Select from Music 501, 531,561) NCLEX-RN Exam Music 137 or Law 33...... 3 Students will be eligible to apply for and take the NCLEX-RN LEVEL IV: examination upon graduation. The Board of Registered Nursing Music 152-4...... 1 may deny licensure on such grounds as: being convicted of crime, Music 251-1...... 1 acts of dishonesty, fraud or deceit, etc. Persons impaired by alcohol, Music 361-1...... 2 drug abuse and emotional illness are expected to voluntarily seek English 28***...... 3 diagnosis and treatment for any suspected illness. Music 433...... 1 Performance Ensemble...... 1 Prerequisites (Select from Music 501, 561) As of Spring 2009, the Registered Nursing Program Prerequisites Music Electives...... 3 include completion of the following prerequisites with a minimum overall grade point average of 2.5. and no grade less than “C” Total Units ...... 46 1...... Human Anatomy (with lab) 2...... Human Physiology (with lab) * Or more advanced piano level determined by fulfillment of 3...... Microbiology 1 or 20. prerequisite or by departmental audition. 4 English 101 (College Reading and Comprehension) or ** Or more advanced voice level determined by fulfillment of equivalent with a minimum of a “C.” prerequisite or by departmental audition. 5...... General Psychology (Psychology 1) *** If English 28/31 requirement is met by a higher placement 6...... LifeSpan Psychology (Psychology 41) determined by the College Assessment, the English requirement is fulfilled; therefore, in place of English, you must take 3 units of Music. Additional Requirements • Completion of or proof of Math Assessment comparable to Math 115 NURSING (Math 125 or higher is required for graduation). • Completion of 1 year of High School Chemistry with a lab or Acting Director: Joycelyn Simpson Turk equivalent (323) 953-4000 ext. 2065 SCI TECH (Chemistry 60 or 68) http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/ nursing/index.html • Overall college grade point average of 2.5 • Satisfactory score on the admission assessment test (contact PROGRAMS OFFERED Nursing Department for details) Associate of Science: Nursing, Registered • Satisfactory “cut score” of 80 or higher based on the Chancellor’s validation study Other: • Completion of all of the admission requirements of Los Angeles Certified Nursing Assistant : City College Available as funding permits • Graduation from an accredited U.S. High School or equivalent Home Health Aide: or graduation from an accredited U.S. College or university or equivalent. Available as funding permits If students received their high school diploma from a foreign country and/or are requested equivalency of foreign college credits to fulfill Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program prerequisites, the transcripts must be evaluated for equivalency by are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// an LACC approved agency. tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents • Students must also meet health and other requirements mandated by the program and affiliating hospitals and/or clinical prior to entry. RN Residency For additional requirements, please attend one of the Information DEGREE PROGRAM Sessions where details are discussed. Los Angeles City College reopened the Associate Degree Registered It is highly recommended that the following co-requisites/ Nursing Program in Fall 2002. The college accepts 20-40 students graduation requirements be completed prior to entry into the Registered for enrollment every Fall and Spring. Should the number of qualified Nursing Program. Those courses that have not been satisfactorily applicants exceed the number of available openings, a simple lottery completed will need to be completed during the 4 semesters of the will be implemented. Registered Nursing program. It is the student’s responsibility that 2013-2014 Catalog 81 Los Angeles City College

the following courses be completed prior to graduation and taking Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. the NCLEX-RN examination. NOTE: The Plan B requirements for this program include 16 units in Natural Sciences NOT 12 units as listed in Plan B under other programs in this catalog. 1. Sociology 1 or Anthropology 101- Must be completed prior to 4th semester. PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses 2. Speech 101- Must be completed prior to 3rd semester needed or see the college catalog 3. 3 units of American Institutions- Must be completed prior to “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for 4th semester transfer to a four-year college. 4. 3 units of Humanities - Must be completed prior to 4th semester 3 Units...... English Composition th 5. 1 unit of P.E.- Must be completed prior to 4 semester 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking Please refer to Plan B or consult with the nursing counselor f 3 Units...... Natural Sciences or further guidance. 3 Units...... Humanities Also note: The information presented may be updated or modified 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History subject to district, state and/or BRN requests. The LACC ...... & Governments) Registered Nursing Curriculum is in the process of being modified 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education to align with the other LACCD nursing programs in the district. These 3-5 Units...... Math Competency modifications may be in place by Fall 2009 if district and BRN approved. RN RESIDENCY IN PEDIATRICS PROGRAM Los Angeles City College’s Nursing Program in partnership with First Semester Versant Holdings, LLC offers a Registered Nurse Residency in NRSGREG 103...... 1 Pediatrics Program. For information contact Versant Holdings, LLC NRSGREG 104...... 4 at http://versant.org NRSGREG 105...... 5 A clinical placement is required for this course. Students will be Electives (Highly Recommended): responsible for securing and maintaining their clinical placement NRSGREG 115...... 1 Second Semester within the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (“CHLA”) system. NRSGREG 106...... 4 NRSGREG 107...... 4 CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT PROGRAM NRSGREG 116...... 1 LACC also offers a Certified Nursing Program, Nursing 100 as Third Semester funding permits. This is a 5 unit course that prepares students for NRSGREG 108...... 4 the certified nursing assistant examination given by the Red Cross. NRSGREG 109 ...... 5 Upon completion of the certification exam, students may enroll in the NRSGREG 117 ...... 1 Home Health Aid course. Fourth Semester NRSGREG 110 ...... 5 PERSONAL NRSGREG 111 ...... 4 DEVELOPMENT Total Required Units...... 38 Chair: Reri Pumphrey (Total Units Including Electives...... 39) (323) 953-4000 ext. 2250 • AD108 PROGRAMS OFFERED Note to Current LVN’s: Current practicing LVN’s are invited to complete the Associate Courses Only - No Degree/Certificate Degree Registered Nursing Program by applying and being accepted into the second year of the program based on space availability. LVNs The Counseling Department offers life-skills courses providing must have taken a 2 unit Transition/Bridge course. LVN candidates students with opportunities to increase their potential for academic must complete the above prerequisites. This will enable licensed success, and in their future careers. Personal Development courses vocational nurses with 6 months clinical experience to complete introduce students to Los Angeles City College programs and requirements for the Registered Nursing Associate Degree in 1 year. services, develop students’ learning strategies, assist students with LACC also offers a 30-unit option for LVN’s. Candidates who choose planning educational goals, and provide career/major exploration this option will not be graduates of the LACC Nursing Program. Several for undecided students. The Counseling Department believes that states in the USA will not recognize nurses who pursue this option. The students should take time early in their college life to develop a CA Board of Registered Nursing will issue a restricted license upon comprehensive plan to meet their interests, values, abilities, and successful completion of the NCLEX-RN licensing exam for applicants goals, improve their time-management skills and adopt other behaviors who complete the 30 unit option. key to their success in college and beyond. To complete general education requirements in this area of study, 2013-2014 Catalog 82 Los Angeles City College

PHILOSOPHY includes lighting, design and professional techniques of color and black and white photography for various publication media, advertising, Chair: Julio Torres portraiture and display, using a wide variety of materials and techniques (323) 953-4000 ext. 2763 • HH200 and state of the art equipment including digital cameras, inkjet printers and scanners. Students will be introduced to computer digital imaging PROGRAMS OFFERED technology, including instruction in Adobe Photoshop techniques, Courses Only - No Degree/Certificate and Internet website design classes.

Too often when we hear “philosophy,” the thought of old statues and To enroll in Photography 1, you must complete Photography 10 or ancient writings comes to mind. In fact, philosophy is alive and well approval of 10 or more samples of your black and white work, and critical to our every day decision making and the decisions made by the instructor. You will need a manual (or automatic with fully by business, religious institutions and governments around the world. manual capability) 35mm single lens reflex camera with a full range Additionally, examining the principles of philosophy helps in becoming of adjustable apertures, shutter speeds and focusing. If you are in a more ethical and organized thinker. These skills are critical for future Photo 1 or above, you will have access to the department 4 x 5 managers. The logic skills gained can benefit anyone and especially view cameras and 120 size roll film cameras. Estimated semester aspiring lawyers who will need to present well structured arguments. expenses for film, paper and other personal supplies are about $200 to $300, depending on the class. PHOTOGRAPHY REQUIRED PHOTOGRAPHY Chair: Daniel Marlos Students may complete course work toward an Associate of Arts (323) 953-4000 ext. 2835 degree and/or Certificates of Completion in photography. Chemistry Basement PHOTOGRAPHY www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/medarts/ photo/ index.html Associate of Arts Degree Career Program PROGRAMS OFFERED Associate of Arts: CORE Photo 10 3 Applied Photography Photo 1 6 Liberal Arts - Performing and Visual Arts Photo 28 1 Certificates: Photography - Commercial Recommended courses including General Education for photography majors are Photography - Digital Art 201, Art 204, Cinema 1, Cinema 2, CAOT 31, Journalism 101, Photography - Photojournalism Law 1, Photography 3, 6, 7, 15, 17, 20, 22, 33, 34, 46, 49, 50, 107 and 207. Skills Certificate: PLUS 18 units of general education requirements Photography Darkroom (consult with a counselor for specific courses); PLUS Digital Photography additional elective units to total 60 units for the Associate of Arts degree. Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program Total Units...... 36 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// To complete general education requirements in this area of study, tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. The LACC program is nationally recognized as one of the PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses most outstanding of its kind. Many LACC Photography majors needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” become employed in the industry either during or after completion of section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. the degree program. Students interested in photography as a hobby 3 Units...... English Composition or because it relates to their career goals (e.g. journalism, public 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking relations, art, real estate, business, cinema, etc.) will also benefit 3 Units...... Natural Sciences greatly from our class offerings. 3 Units...... Humanities 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Governments) DEGREE PROGRAM 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education PHOTOGRAPHY 3-5 Units...... Math Competency Associate of Arts Degree LIBERAL ARTS Career Program Associate in Arts Degree & Transfer Major This curriculum will prepare you for a career in professional photography, Transfer Program as a photographer and/or photographic laboratory technician. Training The Liberal Arts degree is designed for students planning to 2013-2014 Catalog 83 Los Angeles City College

transfer to a four year college/university, including the California OPTION A: PHOTOGRAPHY State University (CSU) and the University of California (UC) Commercial Certificate of Achievement system. This degree provides a well- rounded academic education Photography 1...... 6 in the liberal arts and sciences. Photography 3...... 6 The Liberal Arts degree consists of the following: 1) general Photography 6...... 3 education re- quirements, 2) 18 units in an area of emphasis, and Photography 7...... 3 3) electives, for a total of 60 units. Photography 10...... 3 • Select one of the three options to meet general education Photography 28...... 1 requirements: Photography 46 ...... 3 Photography 49...... 6 Option 1. Los Angeles City College Plan A General Education Photography 107...... 3 (30 units min.). Photography 207...... 3 Option 2. CSU GE Breadth Certification (39 units min.). Option Total Units...... 37 2 must include a health course (CSU GE - Area E). Option 2 must also include one physical education/dance activity course. OPTION B: PHOTOGRAPHY Option 3. IGETC Certification (37 units min.). Option 3 must Digital Certificate of Achievement include American Institutions/Government requirement. Option 3 Photography 7...... 3 must also include a health and physical education/ Photography 46 ...... 3 dance activity course. Photography 49...... 6 • Choose an Area of Emphasis (18 units min.) Photography 107...... 3 • Complete electives for the required 60 total units for the AA Photography 15...... 3 degree Total Units...... 18 Areas of Emphasis Performing and Visual Arts OPTION C: PHOTOGRAPHY These courses bring together the performing disciplines of Art, Photojournalism Certificate of Achievement Cinema/TV, Dance, Photography, Music, and Theater. The students Photography 7...... 3 will demonstrate through performance how these disciplines Journalism 217...... 4 integrate and relate to another. Students will be encouraged to work Photography 46...... 3 on the interdisciplinary aspect in the 185 Directed Studies through Photography 107...... 3 departamental collaborative projects. Photography 20...... 4 Journalism 185...... 1 A minimum of 18 units from the following 4 of the 6 disciplines below: Total Units...... 18 Choose a total of 12 units from 2 of the disciplines and the reamining SKILLS CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 6 units from 2 of the other disciplines: Art, Cinema/TV, Dance, Music, Photography, and Theater. Photography Darkroom Upon earning a Photography Darkroom Skills Certificate, the student Art 201, 501 will acquire a basic understanding of film development and printing Cinema 2 as well as to acquire the necessary skills to take more advanced Dance Specialties 459 photography classes that can lead to a Commercial Photography Dance Studies 185, 452 Certificate of Achievement or an AA in Applied Photography. Dance Techniques 400, 431, 434, 437, 466, 467, 468 Photography 10...... 3 Dance Techniques 440, 446 or Dance Specialties 440, 446 Photography 1...... 6 Music 185, or 311 or 400 or 601 or or 621, and 501 Photography 28...... 1 Photography 1, 10 Theater 200, 271, 225, 240, 300, 311, 313, 314, 315, 325, 336, 338, Total Units...... 10 416, 417 Digital Photography Choose one of the following courses for the Arts and Humanities Upon earning a Digital Photography Skills Certificate, the student General Education Area: Art 101, 102, 103, 105, 107, 109; Cinema will acquire the necessary basic digital skills to take more advanced 3, 4; Dance Studies 805; Music 111, 121, 122, 133, 135; Photography photography classes that can lead to a Digital Photography Certificate 34; Theater 110, 400 of Achievement, a Freelance Photography Certificate of Achivement, CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS a Commercial Photography Certificate of Achievement, or an AA in A certificate in Commercial, or Freelance, Photography will be issued Applied Photography. by the Media Arts Department upon application of the student with the Photography 7...... 3 department upon successful completion of the courses listed above with Photography 46...... 3 a satisfactory grade. Photography 107...... 3 Total Units...... 9 2013-2014 Catalog 84 Los Angeles City College

HEALTH ADVISORY FOR PHOTOGRAPHY Music 111 ...... 3 Because students enrolled in the Photography program are Theater 100...... 3 required to precisely mix photographic chemicals, some of which are toxic, it is advisable that a student be able to clearly understand oral TOTAL...... 13 instructions and reading materials that are distributed in class and lab. Consequently, it is advisable for students to possess reading PHYSICAL SCIENCE comprehension at the English 28 level (Intermediate Reading and Composition) or higher. Chair: Dr. Jayesh Bhakta (323) 953-4000 ext. 2923 • SCI 222D KINESOLOGY www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/physics/

Chair: Daniel Cowgill PROGRAMS OFFERED (323) 953-4000 ext. 2660 • MG104 Courses Only - No Degree/Certificate SKILL CERTIFICATES OFFERED The physical sciences, including geography, geology, and physical Ballet science, are related to environmental management, teaching, urban Jazz Dance planning, geology and construction careers. These courses provide Modern Dance an opportunity to learn more about our environment, the earth and the forces that shape it. Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http://tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents Ballet PHYSICS/ASTRONOMY Dance students demonstrate basic skills in ballet that lead to creating a ballet dance in choreography class. The Music and Theater Chair: Jayesh Bhakta courses provide needed background for the choreographic process. (323) 953-4000 ext. 2923 • SCI 222D www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/physics/ DanceTq 111...... 1 PROGRAMS OFFERED DanceTq 112...... 1 Associate of Science Physics – General DanceTq 231...... 1 DanceSt 301...... 1 Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program DanceSt 805...... 3 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// Music 111...... 3 tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents Theater 100...... 3 TOTAL...... 13 Other Courses Astronomy Jazz Dance Dance students demonstrate basic skills in jazz dance that lead to From falling apples to interplanetary spacecraft, high speed computer creating a jazz dance in choreography class. The Music and Theater to the, all natural phenomena and man made technologies have courses provide needed background for the choreographic process. the laws of physics at their core. Studying physics will help you DanceTq 121...... 1 develop an understanding and appreciation of the physical world DanceTq 122...... 1 and prepare you for further work in science, engineering, medical DanceTq 231...... 1 and technical fields. DanceSt 301...... 1 DanceSt 805...... 3 The LACC Physics department offers classes for science and Music 111...... 3 engineering majors, as well as classes and labs for non-science Theater 100...... 3 majors which meet transfer requirements. In addition to modern TOTAL...... 13 equipment, the department offers research experiences at Cal State LA and JPL (Jet Propulsion Laboratory), access to an on-campus Modern Dance observatory and computer controlled telescopes, and “Star Parties” Dance students demonstrate basic skills in modern dance that lead to – special astronomy field trips. creating a modern dance in choreography class. The Music and Theater courses provide needed background for the choreographic process. DEGREE PROGRAM PHYSICS DanceTq 141...... 1 Associate of Science Degree DanceTq 467...... 1 Transfer Program DanceTq 213...... 1 DanceSt 301...... 1 This four semester sequence of courses serves two functions: DanceSt 805...... 3 2013-2014 Catalog 85 Los Angeles City College

1) it provides a student with a two year Associate in Science PSYCHOLOGY degree as a physics major; and 2) it provides the student with preparatory course work to Chair: Rochelle Sechooler transfer to a four-year university as a junior in physics or (323) 953-4000 ext. 2930 • HH100G other related physical sciences. www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/psych/index.html

All of the physics and mathematics courses listed here are PROGRAMS OFFERED prerequisites for upper division physics and mathematics courses for Associate of Arts: physics majors. Courses not completed at LACC must be taken at the Human Services - Generalist university before entry into the upper division major program. Human Services - Drug/Alcohol First Semester Mathematics 261...... 5 Certificates: English 101...... 3 Human Services - Generalist General Education (American History)...... 3 Human Services - Drug/Alcohol

Second Semester Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program Physics 101...... 5 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// Mathematics 262...... 5 tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents Chemistry 101...... 5 A career in Human Services is a career of making a difference for General Education others while discovering more about yourself. Human Services (Speech Communication 101 or English 102...... 3 professionals help people turn their lives around and find new ** Students transferring to the UC should take English 102. directions. They assist the mentally ill, victims of abuse, children, addicts and others in need. Third Semester Physics 102...... 5 Human Services workers, on average, earn between $20,000 - Mathematics 263...... 5 $40,000 annually. Those who continue their education to become Mathematics 275...... 3 social workers can earn between $25,000 - $65,000 annually. General Education (Humanities)...... 3 Occupations include: Activity Director, Gang Counseling, Special Education Assistant, Domestic Violence Counselor, Senior & Teen Fourth Semester Service Providers, Probation Office Assistant, Activity Director, Physics 103...... 5 Disabled Services, CalWORKS/GAIN Program Assistant, Childcare Chemistry 102...... 5 Worker, Social Worker Assistant, Mental Health Worker, Alcohol/ General Education (Health Ed and PE) Drug Abuse Counselor. (Select one course from either Behavioral Science or Life Science)...... 6 DEGREE PROGRAMS Total Units HUMAN SERVICES (includes general education requirements)...... 61 Associate of Arts Degree Physics 101 and Mathematics 261 may be used to fulfill the General Career Program Education requirements (double count). The Human Services curriculum, offered by the Department of To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Psychology, is a lower division two year course of study designed to Plan A for the AA/AS Degree is required. train a student in one of two Options: Human Services Generalist or PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses Drug/Alcohol Studies. The curriculum also serves as an introduction to needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” the helping professions for students planning four year college degrees section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a four-year college in Psychology, Human Services, Behavioral Science, Rehabilitation or university. However, requirements vary depending upon the Counseling, Social Work, Health Science and Alcohol and Substance individual institution. Please Abuse, and other majors. The Human Services Curriculum specifically consult with a counselor for the specific requirements of the trains paraprofessionals who are able to function in a wide variety of university you plan to attend. areas under professional supervision. 3-6 Units...... English Composition Students in the Human Services Generalist Option and the Drug/ 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking Alcohol Studies Option complete the same core courses. Academic 3 Units...... Natural Sciences preparation is offered in basic psychology courses such as 3 Units...... Humanities Introductory Psychology, Personality and Social Development, and 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences Abnormal Psychology. Another part of the core classes concentrates (including American History & Governments) on important communication skills and self awareness through 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education participating in Group Dynamics courses, which are conducted as 3-5 Units...... Math Competency laboratory workshops for the purpose of engaging in and learning about the group process. The third aspect of the core courses is a three 2013-2014 Catalog 86 Los Angeles City College

semester rotation through Field Work courses, coordinated and taught DRUG/ALCOHOL STUDIES OPTION)** by a faculty member, in cooperation with facilities in the community. (2-Year Plan) These fieldwork courses are related to the student’s special interests Associate of Arts Degree and the population with whom they expect to work in the future. By Career Program completing the courses listed below, students will be eligible for the Associate of Arts degree with a major in Human Services. First Semester Satisfactory completion of all courses with at least a “C” grade is Psychology 1...... 3 required. Students should note that, while this curriculum culminates in Psychology 43...... 3 an Associate of Arts degree and Human Services Certificate, additional Psychology 64...... 3 courses are required for transfer to a four- year college. Second Semester HUMAN SERVICES Psychology 14...... 3 Psychology 68...... 3 GENERALISTS OPTION (2-Year Plan) Psychology 65...... 3 Associate of Arts Degree Psychology 84...... 3 Career Program *Humanities Requirement First Semester Psychology 1...... 3 Third Semester Psychology 43...... 3 Psychology 3...... 3 *Physical Education Psychology 67...... 3 Psychology 85...... 3 Second Semester *American Institutions Requirement Psychology 14...... 3 Fourth Semester Psychology 41...... 3 Psychology 2...... 3 Psychology 44...... 3 Psychology 45...... 3 Psychology 81...... 3 Psychology 63...... 3 *Humanities Requirement Psychology 86...... 3 Third Semester *Physical Education Psychology 3...... 3 Total Units...... 42 Psychology 13...... 3 * American Institutions Requirement Elective Psychology 82...... 3 *Science Requirement Students must meet the mathematics competency requirements Fourth Semester for the Associate of Arts degree. Psychology 2...... 3 Recommended electives: Psychology 64, Psychology 52, Psychology 45...... 3 Psychology 18 or Psychology 66. Psychology 83...... 3 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Total Units...... 36 Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. * American Institutions Requirement Elective PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses Students must meet the mathematics competency requirements for needed or see the college the Associate of Arts degree. catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed Recommended electives: Psychology 64, Psychology 52, for transfer to a four-year college. Psychology 60 or Psychology 66. 3 Units English Composition 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking To complete general education requirements in this area of study, 3 Units Natural Sciences Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. 3 Units Humanities PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. (including American History & Governments) 3 Units...... English Composition 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking 3-5 Units Math Competency 3 Units...... Natural Sciences CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 3 Units...... Humanities HUMAN SERVICES 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences A certificate in Human Services will be issued by the Psychology (including American History & Governments) Department upon successful completion of the following courses. 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education A satisfactory grade of or better is required in all course work. 3-5 Units...... Math Competency Please consult Associate of Arts Curriculum for sequencing of courses. 2013-2014 Catalog 87 Los Angeles City College

OPTION 1: DEGREE P R OGRAM HUMAN SERVICES GENERALISTS RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY Certificate Associate of Science Degree Psychology 1...... 3 Career Program Psychology 3...... 3 Radiologic Technology is a health care profession whose practitioners Psychology 13...... 3 work in hospitals, clinics, free standing imaging centers, and private Psychology 14...... 3 offices. The Radiologic Technologist (Radiographer) is a member of Psychology 27...... 1 the health care team who works directly with the patient and the phy- Psychology 43...... 3 sician performing a wide variety of diagnostic x ray procedures. The Psychology 44...... 3 Radiographer must be proficient in the knowledge of radiographic Psychology 45...... 3 exposure, anatomy, patient positioning, the operation of specialized Psychology 81...... 3 equipment, and in the care and management of the patient. The rapid Psychology 82...... 3 expansion of medical diagnostic imaging has greatly increased Psychology 83...... 3 the diversity and utility of medical diagnosis. A career in Radiologic English 28 or 101...... 3 Technology offers vast opportunities for advancement. Speech Communication 101, or Psychology 60, or Psychology 64...... 3 The Radiologic Technology curriculum is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) Total Units...... 37 and the California, Department of Public Health (CDPH). The clinical OPTION 2: educational centers are accredited by the Joint Commission for the HUMAN SERVICES DRUG/ALCOHOL STUDIES Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO). Los Angeles City College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools Certificate and Colleges. Psychology 1...... 3 Students who complete the curriculum, including the clinical Psychology 3...... 3 education requirements, will be eligible to take the certification exami- Psychology 14 ...... 3 nations prepared by the American Registry of Radiologic Technolo- Psychology 27...... 1 gists and the State of California, Department of Health Services, Psychology 43...... 3 Radiologic Health Branch. Psychology 45 ...... 3 An advisory committee, composed of Radiologists, Radiologic Psychology 63...... 3 Technologists, Radiology Administrators, Clinical Instructors and Psychology 64...... 3 Student Technologists, cooperates with the College faculty and Psychology 65...... 3 administrators in continuous curriculum development, evaluation, Psychology 67...... 3 and revision. Psychology 68...... 3 Psychology 84...... 3 Admission to the Program Psychology 85...... 3 Admission to the Radiologic Technology program is based upon Psychology 86...... 3 completion of the following: English 28 or 101...... 3 • The completion of the seven prerequisites courses with a grade Total Units...... 43 of C or better. • An application form, to be submitted online through the LACC RADIOLOGIC Radiologic Technology website. The selection of students will be TECHNOLOGY based on the following criteria; • The radiology program accepts a limited number of students into the program, which is based on the number of positions available Chair: Israel Fonseca at the clinical sites. Should the number of qualified applicants ex- (323) 953-4000 ext. 2942 • RT ceed the number of available opening, a simple lottery will be www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/radtech/ index.html implemented. • Official transcripts of the seven prerequisite college courses PROGRAMS OFFERED completed must be submitted directly to the Radiologic Associate of Science: Technology Department. Radiological Technology • Effective fall 2013, all new LACCD students must complete the Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program General Education Requirements (Plan B) prior to applying for are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http:// entry into the Radiologic Technology program. (This applies to tinyurl.com/laccsloforstudents all students whose first semester in the Los Angeles Community College District is fall 2013). • All pre-requisite courses must be completed by the current spring 2013-2014 Catalog 88 Los Angeles City College

semester for which the application is in process. • Intellectual ability to be able to measure, calculate, reason, Applicants must meet certain physical & health requirements. A analyze and evaluate as required for direct patient care. The physical examination must be performed by a licensed physician applicant must be able to comprehend three dimensional and to determine physical and mental fitness of the student. The pro- spatial relationships. gram director is authorized to require records of such examina- • Emotional stability to enable use of intellectual abilities, exercise tions be released to the college. Such records may be used only good judgment, promptly complete all responsibilities attendant to determine fitness for the program, and except for such use, to care of the patients. the confidentiality of such records shall be maintained. Students • Social attributes to allow the development of mature, must be free from communicable diseases, infection, psychologi- sensitive and effective relationships with patients, faculty, co- cal disorders, and other conditions that prevent the successful workers, and administrators. performance of the responsibilities and tasks required in the pro- gram. Any health condition described above which is developed The “Technical Standards for Admission” have been established as by the student after admission to the program may be considered a guidance tool for use in realistically informing the student of sufficient cause for suspension from the program. minimum standards needed to satisfactorily function in the Pro- gram and ultimately in the profession. The assessment of applicant General Education Prerequisite Requirement compliance to these Standards will be accomplished in the following All new LACCD students (effective fall 2013 semester ) must com- manner: plete the general education requirements (Plan B) prior to applying 1. Faculty counseling to determine applicant goals and expec- for entry into the Radiologic Technology program (an exception to this tations. rule is if students already possess an Associate or Higher Degree 2. A physical examination performed by a licensed physician. from a Regionally Accredited Program). This change corresponds to the ARRT 2015 Associate Degree requirement. https://www.arrt.org/ Applicants who may be deficient in one or more of the areas mentioned Certification/Academic-Degree-Requirement above should contact the Program Director. Serious consideration will be given to applicants who are deficient in any of these categories, pro- Five Year Recency Requirement for Science Courses viding the deficiency can be remedied with reasonable accommodation. All completed prerequisites science courses must be completed within a five (5) year timeframe. This means the Anatomy (4 units) Clinical Work Schedule and Physiology (4 units) must be completed at the end of 2009. Stu- The LACC Radiology Technology program has students scheduled at dents that have taken Anatomy or Physiology in a LACCD campus various hours weekly from 5:00am to 7:00pm depending on the stu- may audit the courses and provide documentation that they have dent’s rotation. Each student is required to be at the hospital for 36 successfully re-taken the courses. hours for their clinical training and then spend 4 hours at the LACC campus for additional training and testing. Students are scheduled to Desirable Abilities & Skills work Monday through Sunday with no more than ten (10) clinical hours The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Tech- per day or forty (40) hours per week. Hours exceeding these limitations nology (JRCERT) our accrediting body requires student proficiency are strictly voluntary from the student. in the application of technical knowledge, operation of specialized Required Courses equipment in a competent and safe manner, and the ability to provide The total number of students accepted into the program is de- physical care and emotional support to patients during radiographic termined by the number of available clinical education positions. procedures. Therefore, in order to be admitted to the program, or to be Courses outlined below are necessary for completion of the retained in the program after admission, all applicants should possess: program, and are applied toward requirements for the Associate in • Visual acuity, such as needed in the accurate preparation Science degree with a major in Radiologic Technology. Students are and administration of contrast media and for the observation advised by department faculty to determine the specific sequence in necessary for patient assessment, care and management. which the following courses must be taken. • Auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients needing assistance and from members of the health Prerequisite courses for entrance into the Radiologic Technology care team. Program are: Anatomy 1 (4 units), Physiology 1 (4 units), English 101 • Communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact (3 units), Mathematics 125 or higher, and, Radiologic Technology effectively and sensitively with patients in order to elicit 200, 201, and 202. information; describe changes in patient condition; assess non verbal communications; and be able to effectively and efficiently Effective fall 2013, all students must complete RT 200 & 202 at Los transmit information to patients, fellow students, faculty, staff and Angeles City College. all members of the health care team. • Gross and fine motor coordination to carry out diagnostic Clinical Grading Requirements and Grading System procedures including reaching, lifting, and moving For detailed information, please refer to the LACC Clinical Obligations radiographic equipment. Applicants should be able to execute & Grading System located at: motor movements reasonably required to provide general and http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/radtech/index. emergency care to patients. html 2013-2014 Catalog 89 Los Angeles City College

SCIENCE Note: Class scheduling restricts the completion of this program to Sean Phommasaysy, Life Science day, evening, and weekend courses. (323) 953-4000 ext. 2795 • SCI 222I www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/lifesci/ index.html Fall Semester Units Radiologic Technology 103- Radiographic Anatomy and Jayesh Bhakta, Physics/Astronomy Positioning- Skeletal System...... 4 (323) 953-4000 ext. 2924 • SCI 222D Radiologic Technology 205- Fundamentals of X-ray Physics...... 4 www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/physics/ Radiologic Technology 207- Patient Care and Management...... 4 Radiologic Technology 208- Cross Sectional Anatomy and Mike Farrell, Chemistry & Earth Sciences Pathology...... 3 (323) 953-4000 ext. 2605 • SCI 324G Winter Semester...... www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/chemistry/ chem.html Radiologic Technology 209- Pharmacology and Venipuncture with Basic Life Support (BLS)...... 3 Radiologic Technology 210- Quality Management)...... 3 PROGRAMS OFFERED Spring Semester Associate of Science: Radiologic Technology 104- Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning Chemistry -Cranium and Visceral Organs...... 4 Physics Radiologic Technology 206- Radiographic Exposure...... 4 Radiologic Technology 240- Radiation Protection and Other Courses: Biology...... 4 Anatomy (Biology) Radiologic Technology 260- Introduction to Astronomy (Physics/Astronomy) Biology Clinical Education...... 4 (Biology) Summer Semester Chemistry (Chemistry) Radiologic Technology 211- Computed Tomography...... 4 Earth Science (Earth Sciences) Environmental Radiologic Technology 280- Clinical Education in Science (Earth Sciences) Radiologic Technology I...... 4 Geography (Earth Sciences) Fall Semester...... Geology (Earth Sciences) Radiologic Technology 281- Clinical Education in Meteorology (Earth Sciences) Radiologic Technology II...... 12 Microbiology (Biology) Winter Semester...... Oceanography (Earth Sciences) Radiologic Technology 243- Principles and Practices of Physical Science (Physics/Astronomy) Fluoroscopy...... 4 Physiology (Biology) Radiologic Technology 282- Clinical Education in Radiologic Technology III...... 4 Spring Semester COURSES REFER TO THE FOLLOWING SECTION Radiologic Technology 283- Clinical Education in Anatomy ...... BIOLOGY/ ANATOMY Radiologic Technology IV...... 12 Total Program Units)...... 86 Astronomy ...... PHYSICS / ASTRONOMY Biology...... BIOLOGY Plan B requirements are required: To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Chemistry...... CHEMISTRY Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. Earth Science ...... EARTH SCIENCES Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed or Environmental Science...... EARTH SCIENCES see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. Geography...... EARTH SCIENCES 3 Units English Composition Geology...... EARTH SCIENCES 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking 3 Units Natural Sciences Meteorology...... EARTH SCIENCES 3 Units Humanities Microbiology...... BIOLOGY 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Oceanography...... EARTH SCIENCES Governments) 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education Physics...... PHYSICS / ASTRONOMY 3-5 Units Math Competency Physical Science...... PHYSICAL SCIENCE Physiology ...... BIOLOGY 2013-2014 Catalog 90 Los Angeles City College

SOCIAL SCIENCE specific requirements of the university you plan to attend. 3-6 Units...... English Composition 6-9 Units...... Communication/ Chair: Wendel Eckford ...... Analytical Thinking (323) 953-4000 ext. 2561 • JH 200 D 3 Units...... Natural Sciences www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/socsci/index.html 3 Units...... Humanities 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral PROGRAMS OFFERED ...... Sciences (including POLITICAL SCIENCE ...... American History Associate of Arts: ...... & Governments) 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Modern Political Studies ...... Education Certificate: 3-5 Units...... Math Competency African American Studies Other Courses: PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses African American Studies needed or see the college catalog Asian-American Studies “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan B is not designed for Anthropology transfer to a four-year college. Economics 3 Units...... English Composition History 3 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking Political Science 3 Units...... Natural Sciences Sociology 3 Units...... Humanities 3 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program (including American History & Governments) are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http://tinyurl. 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education com/laccsloforstudents 3-5 Units...... Math Competency

MODERN POLITICAL STUDIES Certificates: Associate in Arts Degree African American Studies Transfer/Career Program Certificate: The following curriculum designed by the Social Science Department The Department will award the certificate in African American Studies may be used as undergraduate preparation for a major or minor in upon application of the student with the Department Chair upon Modern Political Studies. success completion of the courses listed below. All courses must be taken at LACC and completed with a satisfactory grade. Upon History 11...... 3 successful completion of the African American Studies Certificate, Political Science 1...... 3 the students shall inquire knowledge about Africans in American and Sociology 1 or 11...... 3 the African Diaspora: their cultures, their histories, and their politics. Political Science 2...... 3 Students that earn the certificate are better positioned to apply for Economics 1 or 2...... 3 undergraduate transfer programs in African American, Africana and Political Science 7...... 3 Black Studies. Students are advised to choose additional courses from those listed above Required in order to fulfill the Social and Behavioral Sciences section, (Area AFRO AM 4 or 5...... 3 D) of the AFRO AM 7...... 3 Plan A General Education described below. AFRO AM 20...... 3 AFRO AM 60...... 3 NOTE: In addition to the major courses in “Social/Behavioral ANTHRO 102...... 3 Total 15 Sciences,” you must complete 9 additional units in “Social/ ...... Behavioral Sciences” to satisfy Plan A requirements.

Students may select “PLAN A” or “Plan B” general education requirements to graduate. PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed or see the college catalog “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a four-year college or university. However, requirements vary depending upon the individual institution. Please consult with a counselor for the 2013-2014 Catalog 91 Los Angeles City College

THEATER THEATER Associate of Arts Degree (Plan A) Chair: Kevin Morrissey Transfer Program (323) 953-4000 ext. 2992 • TA 208 A student must satisfy an 18-unit minimum requirement in the http://theatreacademy.lacitycollege.edu/ Theater major plus general education units equaling an additional 60-64 units, minimum, PROGRAMS OFFERED in order to receive a transferable Associate of Arts degree in Theater. Associate of Arts: No specific combination of classes in Theater is required. Theater, General (plan A) The following Theater program is strongly recommended for Theater: Acting (plan B) students interested in a transferable Associate of Arts Degree (“PLAN A”). Theatre Academy Certificates: Costume Design Level 2 Skill Theater 100...... 3 Certificate Theater 105...... 1 Technical Theater Entertainment Technology - Level 2 Skill Theater 110...... 3 Certificate Theater 200 or 270...... 3 Design and Digital Media for the Entertainment Industry Skill Theater 300...... 3 Certificate Any two (2) of the following: Theater 240...... 3 Student learning outcomes for each degree and certificate program Theater 242...... 3 are available on the SLO Guide for Students website at http://tinyurl. Theater 271...... 2 com/laccsloforstudents Theater 272...... 3 There are two types of programs offered for students interested in majoring in Theater: OR

•Associate of Arts Degree Program. This program is designed for Any two (2) of the following: students who wish to pursue an Associate of Arts degree in Theater Theater 311...... 3 and then transfer to an undergraduate university or college. Theater 313...... 3 Theater 314...... 3 •Theatre Academy Professional Theatre Training Program. Theater 315...... 3

This nationally recognized conservatory is a vocational skill OR certificated, professional theater training program for students specializing in acting, technical theater, and costuming who wish to Any two (2) of the following: move directly into the profession upon completion of their training. Theater 400...... 3 Theater 414...... 3 Note that some courses offered may be offered every other semester, Theater 415...... 3 or less frequently. Students must receive a satisfactory grade in all Theater 416...... 3 Theater courses taken and have completed those courses within Theater 417...... 3 Total Units 18-19 eight years to meet requirements...... Entrance requirements to the transferring university or college will vary depending upon the individual institution. Students need to consult with a counselor for the specific requirements of the DEGREE PROGRAM university being considered. GENERAL THEATER (FOR NON-ACADEMY APPLICANTS) Students studying in the Theater Department who are not part of To complete general education requirements in this area of study, the Theatre Academy fall into four categories: Plan A for the AA/AS 1. Those who are satisfying their elective and/or humanities Degree is required. requirements for the Associate of Arts degree; PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses 2. Those who are currently in the entertainment industry and are needed or see the college catalog interested in focusing on a specific course that will further “Graduation Requirements” section. Plan A is designed for transfer strengthen their understanding of the craft and how it may apply to a four-year college or university. However, requirements vary to their profession; depending upon the individual institution. Please consult with a 3. Those who are interested in receiving an Associate of Arts Degree counselor for the specific requirements of the university you plan and then transferring to an undergraduate university or college to attend. (PLAN A – See below); 2013-2014 Catalog 92 Los Angeles City College

3-6 Units...... English Composition BLOCK SCHEDULING: 6-9 Units...... Communication/Analytical Thinking The Theatre Academy is a full-time professional theatre 3 Units...... Natural Sciences conservatory that schedules classes in a “block” configuration; that 3 Units...... Humanities is, students are given a specific and required full-time load of courses that 9 Units...... Social/Behavioral Sciences ...... (including American History & Governments) are to be taken each semester. Students are not to vary the courses in each semester’s block schedule without approval of the department. 3-4 Units...... Health/Physical Education When time permits, students are welcome to take other coursework 3-5 Units...... Math Competency outside the Academy class structure.

CERTIFICATE PROGRAM PROFESSIONAL ACTOR TRAINING – LEVEL 1 THEATRE ACADEMY Skill Certificate PROFESSIONAL THEATRE TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR The training introduces the student to acting fundamentals through ACTORS, SCENIC TECHNICIANS, specific movement and vocal techniques, character analysis, AND COSTUMERS observation exercises, and scene study. The ultimate goal is to Vocational Certificate develop a firm foundation in basic acting skills and a strong respect Career Programs and appreciation for all aspects of the theater. All training is geared Professional theater training is offered in four areas, or toward preparing students for careers in acting and related industries. options, of concentration: Acting, Advanced Acting, Costuming, and Theater 100...... 3 Technical Theatre. Theater 105-1...... 1 or Theater 105-2...... 1 or The Theatre Academy at Los Angeles City College has firmly Theater 105-3...... 1 or established itself as one of the most highly respected professional Theater 105-4...... 1 theater training institutions in the United States. Since its founding Theater 242...... 3 in 1929, the professional theatre training program of the Academy Theater 270...... 3 has been dedicated to developing the skills, crafts, and attitudes of Theater 300...... 3 students to prepare them for careers in the professional theater. Theater 345...... 4 Total Units...... 17 The Theatre Academy is dedicated to the training of talented, serious students who wish to pursue a career in the professional THEATRE ACADEMY: ACTING (Plan B) theatre. All prospective Academy students are required to apply for Career Program admission to the Theatre Academy This two-year program is a full-time exploration of the skills (Theatre Production Office, Theatre Building 208. All candidates are necessary to compete in theatre, television, film, and other aspects of required to audition and/or interview before being invited to train at the entertainment industry. Guided by a critically acclaimed faculty the Academy. Those interested in training at the Academy should call with a vast range of experience in the industry, the students are the Theatre Production Office (323) 953-4000 ext. 2990 to set up an provided fundamental skill understanding in acting, movement, audition/interview. voice, speech, character analysis, dialects, and production. Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the students will have The training that Theater Academy students receive is stimulating, developed a respect and appreciation for all aspects of theatre, broadening, exacting, and intense. A limited number of openings along with the ability to create a character on stage and to sustain a are available both Fall and Spring semester to those students performance in front of an audience. who are highly motivated, aggressive, exceptionally talented, and First Semester responsible. Theater 100...... 3 Theater 105-1...... 1 Information concerning audition/interview requirements is available Theater 242-1...... 3 in the Theatre Production Office of the Theatre Department. Any Theater 270...... 3 actor interested in pursuing training at the Theatre Academy must Theater 300...... 3 exhibit competence in Theater 345...... 4 spoken English, relatively free of dialects and regional accents, so that faulty understanding or articulation does not become a hindrance Second Semester in the training. Theater 105-2...... 1 Theater 110...... 3 All prospective Acting majors must consult with a member of Theater 242-2...... 3 the faculty before auditioning. Prospective Technical Theatre Theater 272...... 3 and Costume majors must consult with a faculty member in the Theater 345...... 4 appropriate area of interest within the Academy. Theater 450...... 2 2013-2014 Catalog 93 Los Angeles City College

Third Semester THEATRE ACADEMY Theater 105-3...... 1 COSTUME DESIGN Theater 242-3...... 2 Skill Certificate and Vocational Certificate Theater 246-1 ...... 3 Career Program Theater 274-1...... 3 The Theatre Academy’s program in Theatrical Costuming trains Theater 277 (or 4th semester)...... 3 costumers and designers through a broad-based theatre curriculum Theater 294...... 4 with continual reference to the requirements and differences of television, video, and film costuming. The hands-on curriculum guides Fourth Semester the student through methods of costume construction, procedures Theater 105-4...... 1 for handling theatrical wardrobe and organizational techniques, Theater 242-4...... 2 analyzing scripts from a costume perspective, dealing with costuming Theater 246...... 3 emergencies, and understanding Director/Designer relationships. Theater 274-2...... 3 This hands-on program stresses shop discipline, organization, Theater 277 (or 4th semester)...... 3 maintenance, and procedures. The final two semesters of study Theater 294...... 4 Total Units...... 65 focus on the student’s individual interests and talents, including the development of a portfolio, the design of an Academy production, or Some students may be advised to take additional prerequisites or co- internship at one of the Los Angeles theatres. requisite courses beyond those required to ensure success in the program. Others may be excused from specific courses above Students must demonstrate computer proficiency to the based on previous training and/or experience. Any other changes satisfaction of the Costuming faculty. than those stated above are made with the advice and consent of Suggested Electives: Students qualified to take more than the the Theatre Academy faculty. prescribed units should take CAOT 1, 2; Art 202. THEATRE ACADEMY Level III – ADVANCED ACTING Vocational Certificate COSTUME DESIGN – LEVEL 1 Career Program Skill Certificate Theater 105-1...... 1 or After successfully completing two years of professional actor training Theater 105-2...... 1 or at the Theatre Academy, a select number of students are invited to Theater 105-3...... 1 or a third year of specialized training where they receive advanced Theater 105-4...... 1 coursework in theatre orientation, directing, acting for the camera, Theater 104-4...... 1 rehearsal and performance, scene study, and work in classical acting. Theater 400...... 3 Students who complete this special third year of training are fully Theater 425...... 4 prepared to enter the acting field a step above many professional Two of the following actors in the industry today. Audition and cold reading techniques, Theater 411...... 3 resume preparation and career marketing are only a few of the skills Theater 413...... 3 provided that will better equip the Academy graduate to work in the Theater 414...... 3 highly competitive fields of theatre, film, and television. Theater 415...... 3 FIFTH SEMESTER Theater 416...... 3 Theater 185...... 1 Theater 417...... 3 Theater 205...... 2 Theater 419...... 3 Theater 225...... 3 Theater 420...... 3 Theater 232...... 2 Total Units...... 14 Theater 275...... 2 Theater 276...... 3 COSTUME DESIGN – LEVEL 2 Theater 295...... 4 Certificate of Achievement First Semester Sixth Semester Theater 100...... 3 Theater 185...... 1 Theater 105-1...... 1 Theater 205...... 2 Theater 425...... 4 Theater 225 (taken in Fall semester)...... 2 And one of the following restricted electives Theater 232...... 2 Theater 400...... 3 Theater 262...... 2 Theater 411...... 3 Theater 275...... 2 Theater 413...... 3 Theater 276...... 3 Theater 415...... 3 Theater 295...... 4 Theater 416...... 3 Total Units...... 37 Second Semester 2013-2014 Catalog 94 Los Angeles City College

Theater 105...... 1 TECHNICAL THEATER ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY – Theater 425...... 4 LEVEL 1 And one of the following restricted electives Skill Certificate Theater 400...... 3 Theater 105-1...... 1 or Theater 411...... 3 Theater 105-2...... 1 or Theater 413...... 3 Theater 105-3...... 1 or Theater 415...... 3 Theater 105-4...... 1 Theater 416...... 3 Theater 100...... 3 Third Semester Theater 300...... 3 Theater 105-3...... 1 Theater 335...... 4 Theater 200...... 3 Theater 425...... 4 One of the following four And one of the following restricted electives Theater 311...... 3 Theater 400...... 3 Theater 313...... 3 Theater 411...... 3 Theater 314...... 3 Theater 413...... 3 Theater 315...... 3 Theater 415...... 3 Theater 416...... 3 Total Units...... 14

Fourth Semester TECHNICAL THEATER ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY – Theater 105-4...... 1 LEVEL 2 Theater 110...... 3 Certificate of Achievement Theater 300...... 3 First Semester Theater 425...... 4 Theater 100...... 3 And one of the following restricted electives Theater 105-1...... 1 Theater 400...... 3 Theater 300...... 3 Theater 411...... 3 Theater 335...... 4 Theater 413...... 3 One of the following four Theater 415...... 3 Theater 311...... 3 Theater 416...... 3 Theater 313...... 3 Total Units...... 57 Theater 314...... 3 Theater 315...... 3 THEATRE ACADEMY Second Semester Theater 105-2...... 1 TECHNICAL THEATRE ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY Theater 302...... 3 Skill Certificate and Vocational Certificate Theater 325...... 3 Career Program Theater 335...... 4 The Technical Theatre Training program graduates highly trained One of the following four and specialized scenic technicians who have learned a sound Theater 311...... 3 working knowledge of their craft and a respect for the skills and Theater 313...... 3 technologies associated with their chosen profession. The Technical Theater 314...... 3 Theatre Training program at LACC is one of the most unique hands- Theater 315...... 3 on programs of its kind in the country, with faculty working alongside Third Semester students who are specifically interested in the disciplines and craft Theater 105-3...... 1 related to the stage technician. The cutting edge technologies Theater 320...... 3 being taught on state-of-the-art equipment are some of the most Theater 200...... 3 advanced in the theater training industry. The curriculum combines Theater 335...... 4 classroom study with the intense hands-on experience associated One of the following four with the Academy’s rigorous play production schedule. Theater 311...... 3 Theater 313...... 3 Students are required to take Theater 200 and to demonstrate computer Theater 314...... 3 proficiency to the satisfaction of the Theatre Technology faculty. Theater 315...... 3 Suggested Electives: Students qualified to take more than the Fourth Semester prescribed units should take Theater 105; Art 101, 102, 209, 501. Theater 105-4...... 1 Theater 110...... 3 Theater 335...... 4 Theater 338...... 3 2013-2014 Catalog 95 Los Angeles City College

One of the following four towards attaining economic self-sufficiency, with subsequent Theater 311...... 3 career ladder progression to credit, vocational education skills Theater 313...... 3 certificates, certificates, and associate degree programs Theater 314...... 3 Theater 315...... 3 Academy education and training programs encompass 12 non- Total Units...... 44 credit Skills Certificates of Competency and Completion, and over 30 courses in Basic Education and Computing skills, English as THEATRE ACADEMY SKILL CERTIFICATE a Second Language (ESL), Vocational ESL, Workforce Literacy and Job Readiness skills, and associated Short-Term Vocational Los Angeles City College has provided quality hands-on Training for high demand jobs in high growth industries such as professional theatre the healthcare, child development, and retail sectors. Other high training, technology, and production experience unrivaled by demand Academy programs include Citizenship Preparation and larger universities and performing arts academies. The Theatre Entrepreneurship skills training. Academy provides each student with the principles and techniques, discipline, organization,-and dedication to training required for All non-credit courses and Certificate programs are available FREE success in the entertainment industry. to all program participants! Take advantage of these opportunities to advance in your career now, and Welcome to Los Angeles City All areas of the Academy – acting, technical theatre, and costuming College… From the Staff of the Workforce Readiness Academy Also – are showcased each year in six to eight professional level see the Citizenship/English Literacy section earlier in this catalog. productions. Intensive production experience is complemented by our location just minutes from Hollywood, “the entertainment capital SKILLS CER TIFIC AT E P R OGRAMS of the world.” CER TIFIC ATES O F COMPLETION/COMPETENCY: DESIGN AND DIGITAL MEDIA FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY Workforce Literacy Skills Skill Certificate Certificate of Completion Theater 300 OR 315...... 3 Blueprint for Workplace Success...... 36 Theater 338 OR Cinema 3...... 3 Blueprint for Customer Service...... 18 Architecture 162...... 3 30 Ways to Shine as a New Employee...... 6 Photo 46...... 3 Review of Basic Math...... 36 One of the following: Review of Basic English...... 36 Art 101...... 3 Workplace Computing for Limited English Populations ...... 54 Art 102...... 3 Vocational English as a Second Language A...... 54 T V 1...... 3 TOTAL LECTURE HOURS...... 240 Theater 313...... 3 Total Units...... 15 JOB READINESS SKILLS Certificate of Completion Blueprint for Workplace Success...... 36 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT 30 Ways to Shine as a New Employee...... 6 READINESS ACADEMY Job Club...... 6 Dean: Dr. Alex Davis Blueprint for Customer Service...... 18 (323) 953-4000 ext. 2596 •AD208A TOTAL LECTURE HOURS...... 66 http://workforce.lacitycollege.edu/ CAREER DISCOVERY SKILLS PROGRAMS OFFERED Certificate of Completion Blueprint for Workplace Success...... 36 The Los Angeles City College (LACC) Workforce Readiness Job Club...... 6 Academy prepares English language learners proficient, TOTAL LECTURE HOURS...... 42 economically disadvantaged, and other non-traditional college IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES SKILLS students to attain the essential knowledge, skills and abilities to Certificate of Completion successfully acquire and retain employment, and to effectively VESL for Home Health Aide...... 18 explore, plan and establish career ladder pathways leading growth In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Provider...... 90 opportunities in high demand occupations. TOTAL LECTURE HOURS...... 108 The focus of the Academy is to designate participation in workforce RETAIL SALES AND CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS education programs as the first step in the career ladder of success Certificate of Completion 2013-2014 Catalog 96 Los Angeles City College

Customer Service Smarts: Going the Extra Mile...... 6 Strategies in Meeting Your Customer Needs...... 8 Associate in Arts for transfer Strategies in Building a Continuous Relationship...... 6 Get to Know Your Customer...... 6 (AA-T) or TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ...... 26 Associate in Science for transfer ENTREPRENEURSHIP SKILLS Certificate of Completion (AS-T) Young Entrepreneur Training Program ...... 36 Blueprint for Customer Service...... 18 TOTAL LECTURE HOURS...... 54 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE-CIVICS I SKILLS Certificate of Completion Courses ...... Lecture Hours English Literacy and Civics 0 ...... 108 Requirements English Literacy and Civics 1 ...... 108 English Literacy and Civics 2 ...... 108 The Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act (Senate Bill 1440, now codi- TOTAL LECTURE HOURS: ...... 324 fied in California Education Code sections 66746-66749) guarantees admis- ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE-CIVICS II SKILLS sion to a California State University (CSU) campus for any community college Certificate of Completion student who completes an “associate degree for transfer”, a newly estab- Courses...... Lecture Hours lished variation of the associate degrees traditionally offered at a California ESL and Civics 4 ...... 54 community college. The Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or the Associate ESL and Civics 5 ...... 54 in Science for Transfer (AS-T) is intended for students who plan to complete ESL and Civics 6 ...... 54 a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing TOTAL LECTURE HOURS...... 162 these degrees (AA-T or AS-T) are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, VOCATIONAL ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE but not to a particular campus or major. In order to earn one of these degrees, Skills Certificate of Completion students must complete a minimum of 60 required semester units of CSU- Courses...... Lecture Hours transferable coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Students transferring to Vocational English as a Second Language A ...... 54 a CSU campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete Vocational English as a Second Language B ...... 54 no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree (unless the Vocational English as a Second Language C ...... 54 major is a designated “high-unit” major). This degree may not be the best TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ...... 162 option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to uni- CUSTOMER SERVICE versity or college that is not part of the CSU system. Students should consult Skills Certificate of Completion with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information Courses...... Lecture Hours on university admission and transfer requirements. 30 Ways to Shine as a New Employee ...... 6 Blueprint for Workplace Success...... 36 At the time of catalog publication, a student may earn an AA-T in Early Child- Blueprint for Customer Serive ...... 18 hood Education and Communication Studies. Additional majors are being TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ...... 60 developed. Please see a counselor and www.lacitycollege.edu for more in- formation. Workforce Readiness Academy The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees: 1. Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. ALL COURSES ARE ALSO OFFERED 2. Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU- ON A “STAND-ALONE” BASIS transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for ad- Nelines Colon-Paladini mission, Coordinator of Non-Credit Programs some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a (323) 953-4000 ext. 2230 counselor for more information. 3. Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units in an “AA-T” or The LACC Workforce Readiness Academy was voted “Best Workforce “AS-T” major as detailed below. All courses in the major must be Development Program” at the LA Community College District’s completed with a grade of C or better or a “P” if the course is tak- Excellence in Workforce Development Awards, held in May 2008. The en on a “pass-no pass” basis (title 5 § 55063). Courses may be double District’s eighth annual event also honored the program with a first counted for General Education and the major. place trophy in the category “Successful Encouragement of Special 4. Certified completion of the California State University General Ed- Populations.” The program is focused on non-credit workforce ucation-Breadth pattern (CSU GE Breadth) ; OR the Intersegmental education and enables students to enter various career ladder General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern. pathways. Courses are taught at City College Wilshire - 3020 Wilshire Blvd. AND Van de Kamp Innovation Center - 2930 Fletcher Drive. 2013-2014 Catalog 97 Los Angeles City College

Early Childhood education AA-T requirements Course Title Units Required Core: CH DEV 001 Child Growth and Development 3 CH DEV 011 Child, Family and Community 3 CH DEV 002 Early Childhood Principles and Practices 3 CH DEV 007 Introduction to Curriculum in Early Childhood Education 3 CH DEV 034 Observing and Recording Children’s Behavior 3 CH DEV 022 Practicum in Child Development 4 CH DEV 010 Health, Safety and Nutrition 3 CH DEV 042 Teaching in a Diverse Society 3 Total Core 25 Total Units 25

COMMUNICATION STUDIES AA-T Requirements Course Title Units Required Core: Speech 101 Oral Communication I 3

List A SELECT 2 courses (6 units) from the following: Speech 104 Argumentation 3 Speech 121 The Process of Interpersonal Communication 3 Total List A Units 6 List B SELECT 2 courses (6 units) from the following (do not select course that was taken from List A) Speech 106 Forensics (limited to 3 units) 2 Speech 122 Communicating Across Cultures 3 Speech 130 Introduction to Oral Interpretation of Literature 3 Total List B Units 6 List C SELECT 1 course (3 units) from the following (do not select course that was taken from List A or List B) Anthropology 102 Cultural Anthropology 3 Psychology 1 Introduction to Psychology 3 Sociology 1 Introduction to Sociology 3 English 102 College Reading Composition II 3 English 103 Composition and Critical Thinking 3 Journalism 101 or 105 Journalism 3 Total Minimum Units 18