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SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 3 Welcome toSierra College Sierra ... Commission for Community and Colleges of the Western Association of School and ... by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation and the U.S ... . Department of Education. Rocklin Campus 5000 Rocklin ... Web Site http://www.sierracollege. edu Catalog Acknowledgments Kerrie Cassidy, ... COLLEGE PUBLICATION Information in this catalog is subject to change as a result of new ... , policies, or regulations. Contact the Office of the Vice President, Educational ... Programs and Services for catalog revisions, (916) 781-0536. Additional ... copies of this catalog may be purchased from Sierra College ...

Mission Sta�õement 4 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG mission statement Sierra College ... will become contributing citizens of the complex and changing communities in ... Encourage the full development of human potential in a world of and ... , intellectual and recreational needs of the college and community Foster ... contribute to the economic well-being of the community Plan for and wisely ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 5 Table ofContents Mission Statement ... 4 History of Sierra College ...

6 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG A BriefHistory of Sierra College many ... went off to serve their country. Additionally, ... dropped signi cantly when Americans of Japa nese ancestry were forced into ... , the end internment, and the GI Bill of Rights. Enrollment the post-war years ... to pay for new facilities The origin of Sierra College is somewhat uncertain ... may have begun with the establishment of Sierra Normal College and Busi ness ... small, private college at the location of today�fs Placer High School in Auburn ... that Sierra College is an outgrowth of the Placer Union High School District. ... same year, college-level classes were offered. The new college was named Placer Junior ... in California at the time and only one of nine statewide; the faculty numbered ... Auburn, with the enthusiastic sup port of local voters. It is 1936 that Sierra ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 7 1980s 1958, a site selection ... boomed in the 1960s. By the end of the decade Sierra College boasted 100 ... College District in cludes all of Placer and Nevada Counties and parts of ... and Nevada Counties have been two of California�fs fastest growing areas. ... , and with the ongoing develop ment of computer and information tech nologies ... to meet the ever-changing needs of today�fs students and promote learning ...

8 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG SUMMER 2005 June 6 INSTRUCTION ... Session July 4 Holiday July 8 End of First Summer Session July 11 ... for Third Summer Session Aug. 12 End of Second Summer Session and Third Summer ... Dec. 17 Semester Ends SPRING SEMESTER 2006 Jan. 17 INSTRUCTION BEGINS DAY AND ... ) Mar. 3 Last Day to Request a May 2006 Degree or Certificate Mar. 30 Last Day ... �h April 7 Last Day to Request August 2006 Degree or Certificate April 10 15 ... . Contact the Admissions and Records Office or check the class schedule for reg ... formation. Sierra CollegeCalendar 2005-2006 ...

PROGRAMS General Education:A range of courses to help students gain a breadth ... of knowledge about the environment, the ... , the humanities, and the skills of communication and criti cal thinking, ... to become aware of cultural differences, to develop in ... them a sense of self esteem, to assist them in ... gives students a basic understanding of the world they live in. Degree/Certi ... cate Programs:Courses in a variety of majors leading to associate degrees, ... licenses, certi cates of achievement and skills certi cates. ... Educational Programs: Courses offered in a nontraditional manner, including ... opportunity to participate regardless of where they live in the Dis trict. Also ... workforce. Through a broad range of busi ness and workforce development ... Senate, under authority from Title 5 of the Education Code, represents all ...

10 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Each of the organizations represents its ... councils. TheStrategic Council consists of representatives from each of the above ... unions and other staff by virtue of their positions in the organization. ... Its purposes are to convey the views of the campus community, to share in the ... to the Sierra College Board of Trustees through theSuperintendent/ ... to the Strategic Council. TheBoard of Trustees is the elected governing ... body of Sierra Joint Community College District ... TECH - NOLOGIES (CACT) The mission of the Sierra College CACT is to enhance ... the competitiveness of California�fs small to mediumsized ... Community Education Program, in support of the college mission to promote lifelong ... learning and enhance the quality of life, provides convenient classes and ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 11 ternship 94, is a Career ... college major. Although some sites offer a wage or a stipend as compensation, ... between .5 and 4 units for internships offered through the Internship Program. ... Internships may be taken a maximum of four times for credit; the total of all ... types of Internship units cannot exceed 16. ... at a campus Admissions/Records Of ce. SIERRA COLLEGE FOUNDATION The ... friends to meet the continuing needs of Sierra College. As an independent, non ... information, please call the Foundation Of ce at (916) 789-2920, or you may write ...

12 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER The ... into international trade. A team of SBDC consultants with extensive small ... affecting businesses. The SBDC also offers valuable low-cost seminars on Business ... are available to address a variety of subjects at meetings of community ... advisory committees, comprised of specialists in the ject matter area, ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 13 Admission ELIGIBILITY Admission to ... examination, or 2. Is over 18 years of age and capable of pro ting from ... to Sierra College after an absence of one or more semesters must submit an ... for advising. Each semester the college offers registration opportunities to those who ... . Dates are published in the schedule of classes or may be obtained by calling ( ... RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS For the purpose of determining tuition and enrollment fees ... . Residency is determined at the time of admission and will require a statement ... of legal residence. Supporting ... given to students who qualify under one of the following conditions: 1. If 19 ... years of age or over, has resided in California ... one year and one day prior to beginning of the semester. 2. If 18 years of age and ...

14 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG dent information and application ... following to the International Students Of ce: 1. A completed Sierra College ... Application. 2. Meet at least one of the following English Language ... at least 450 on the paper-based �gtest of English as a Foreign Language�h (TOEFL ... their educational systems. 3. Submit an of cial bank letter indicating there are ... mum $13,000.00 U.S. dollars). 4. Submit of cial records and transcripts translated ... school equivalent to completion of an American high school and transcripts ... -refundable application processing fee of $100.00 payable to Sierra College in ... the form of a money order, cashier�fs check, or ... be credited toward tuition at the time of registration. Priority Application ... is open to student who, in the opinion of the Superintendent/Presi dent or ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 15 Matriculation andRegistration ... top-quality instruction and services Offer a wide variety of courses Offer ... New students who complete at least two of these components will be allowed to ... to assist students with selection of courses and developing a Student Edu ... Plan (SEP). The Assessment Center also offers English as a Second Language (ESL) and ... are exempt from the re quirements of Matriculation. Nevertheless, students ... are encouraged to avail themselves of these services. Students are exempt if ... they meet any of the following criteria: Hold an ... Apply with a selected educational goal of �gpersonal en richment;�h Apply with a ... determined by the Sierra College Board of Trustees Students who have completed ... another college can have those portions of the matriculation requirements waived. ...

16 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 292-5002, or walk-in registration ... contact the Disabled Student Services Of ce to make arrangements for advising ... This option must be chosen at the time of registration. The wait listed course ... registered in the course. At the start of the semester, the student must attend ... in the course, the professor will offer the seats to wait listed students, ... form or issue a 4-digit add code. To of cially register in the course, a wait ... form to a campus Admissions/Records Of ce within the late registration period ... ma triculation process before the start of the semester. However, if this is ... fall and spring semes ters. Permission of the class professor is required. The ... person at a campus Admissions/Records Of ce. Professors may also sign ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 17 per unit. This fee is mandatory ... paperwork to an Admissions/Records Of ce. De nition of Economic Hardship: ... Victim of persecu tion or discrimination in the ... and resident, or who is a recipient of bene ts under the Aid to Families with ... fee provides students with a range of medical services at the Sierra College ... Gateway Center, Truckee Center or at an off-campus site, Saturday classes only, in a ... maximum of 1/2 unit of credit, or on-line or cable TV courses ... Health Center or an Admissions/Records Of ce for the exemption form prior to ... students (must have Financial Aid Of ce approval one week prior to ... body election resulted in ap proval of a mandatory Student Center Fee, ... designated solely for the purpose of funding and operating a student center ...

18 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG mits. For more information regarding ... * The following are approximate costs of other fees and expenses for a full-time ... their professor or an Admissions Of ce for speci c course deadlines. A $10 ... tuition is refundable for reduction of unit load if the student withdraws from ... courses during the rst two weeks of a semester. Short-term courses have ... their own deadlines. One-half of nonresident/international student ... from college within the rst six weeks of a semester, or the weeks of a summer ... be ac cepted during the rst two weeks of a semester or three days of a summer ... accordance with the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997, erra College will mail Tax Form ... fees in prior calendar year and who was of cially enrolled of the course census ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 19 Academic and Transfer Credit ... honors credit. Completion by a student of the Honors contract with an earned ... course grade of A or B will in a notation on the ... tion contact a campus counseling of ce. HONORS SOCIETY Sierra College ... students who have completed 12 units of transferable course credit at Sierra ... the college�fs Beta Mu Zeta chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society for two- ... year colleges. The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa is to recog nize and ... opportunities for the development of leadership and service, for lively fel ... at Sierra College in 1986, a number of our students have pursued summer or ... throughout the U.S. as part of the articulated California Community ... , contact Christine Vona, Coordinator of International Studies (916) 781-7198. ...

20 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG if any of the courses ful ll Sierra�fs degree or ... Sierra College degree or certi cate, an of cial transcript and a �gTransfer Credit ... h form must be submitted to the Records Of ce. Students must complete 12 units at ... must request and pay for an evaluation of their interna tional transcripts ... through one of the following agencies: Educational ... and the Transfer Center have copies of the agreements. For information ... be interpreted with the assistance of a counselor. 2 2 ARTICULATION PROGRAM 2 ... without riencing delays or duplication of learning. Sierra College has developed ... and have pleted other requirements of the agreement. Students who have ... completed any of these articulated courses should have ... by contacting the Sierra College sor of record in the discipline area that ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 21 TRANSCRIPTS Of cial academic transcripts may be ... business days to process at a cost of $5.00 per transcript. Priority service ... is also available at a cost of $15.00 per transcript. Upon receipt of ... -person at a campus Admissions/Records Office. Processing time is 20 business days. ... contact a campus Admissions/Records Of ce (916) 781-0430 or (530) 274-5302. ... records are maintained in the Records Of ce. Students are responsible for ... supplying the Records Of - ce with current name and address ... to provide: students access to of cial educational records directly ... related to the student; explanation of education records and an opportunity ... the college must obtain written consent of the student be fore releasing ... student from records other than a list of persons and agencies speci ed by the ...

22 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG StudentEnrollment ATTENDANCE Sierra ... . A student will be allowed six hours of class absence (excluding excused ... courses will be prorated in a ratio of one hour of absence to nine hours of ... for notifying the professor in advance of such absences when possible and is ... with the professor. In the event of excessive absence, a professor may ... , address, phone number, date and place of birth, most recent other institution ... attended, major, participation in of cially recognized activities and sports ... , weight and height of athletic team members, dates of ... to Access�h with the Records Of ce during the rst two weeks of the ... semester or the rst three days of summer session. OPEN CLASSES It is the ... policy of Sierra College that, unless speci cally ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 23 AcademicRegulations GRADING ... Pursuant to section 55758 of Title 5, the grading practices of the ... , and justi able reasons at the end of the academic term. IP The In Progress ... there is a delay in reporting the grade of a student. W Withdrawal from class or ... is authorized through two-thirds of the course, as posted in the class ... schedule. The academic record of a student who remains in class beyond ... assigned when a student who is a member of an active or reserve United States ... a withdrawal from courses. Veri cation of such orders is required. Military ... �gF�h to any student who is guilty of cheating or plagiarism. The fail ing ... chooses to withdraw prior to the of cial withdrawal deadline. Such students ... approximately four weeks after the end of each semester. Students may access ...

24 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG attempted, shall be placed on ... units at Sierra College and has entries of �gW,�h �gI,�h or �gNC�h in fty percent ... or more of the total units attempted, shall be ... Probation: Pursuant to Section 55755 of Title 5, California Code of Regulations ... from probation when the percentage of �gW,�h �gI,�h and �gNC�h units at ... . DISMISSAL Pursuant to Section 55756 of Title 5, California Code of Regulations ... 2.00 in all units attempted in each of three consecutive semesters*, excluding ... point average is less than 1.00 in each of two consecutive semesters attended, ... subject to dismissal if the percentage of �gW,�h �gI,�h and �gNC�h units in at ... , excluding summer. Upon noti cation of dismissal, the student will not be ... for further information. *For purposes of these conditions, semesters shall be ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 25 To appeal a prerequisite or ... Appeal form from the Division Of- ce or the Counseling Center. Once ... . REMEDIAL UNIT LIMITATION The Board of Governors adopted regulations beginning ... July 1, 1990, limiting the number of remedial course units to thirty (30). ... . Students may petition for a waiver of the thirty-unit limitation through ... severely limit the repetition of courses taken at Sierra College. ... is identi ed as repeatable in this catalog. 2. If a �gD,�h �gF,�h or �gNC�h was ... compute the student�fs GPA regardless of the grade received. 3. If a course is ... course and students earn a grade of �gD,�h�hF,�h or �gNC�h the course ... limitations do not change. Courses offered for variable units must be repeated for ... the same or greater number of units. 4. Students who received a �gW� ...

26 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG GRADE DISPUTES AND GRADE CHANGE ... that the instructor�fs determi nation of student grades shall be nal except in ... cases of: Mistake some unintentional act, ... ; Fraud a deliberate misrepresentation of the truth for the purpose of inducing ... Bad Faith intent to deceive, in an act of dishonesty; Incompetence a lack of ... (60) instructional days after the end of the term or semester. If the concern ... within twenty (20) structional days of receiving the appeal during fall spring ... �h form to a campus Admissions/Records Of ce within one year of course completion ... not completed academic work at the end of mester, an incomplete �gI�h grade may ... requested. the primary responsibility of the student to request complete. If a ... petition from campus Admissions/Records Of ce or Extension Center Of ce and submit ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 27 3. Be eligible for English 1A by ... assessment or satisfactory completion of English A, E.S.L. 30W, or equivalent. 4 ... assess ment or satisfactory completion of English 1B, 1C, 11, 50, History 35, ... also have completed 18 or more units, of which 15 units must have been completed ... may request to challenge a course offered by the college if they have prior ... more advanced course; 3. Have approval of the challenge request from both the ... a student enrolls and receives a grade of �gD�h, �gF�h, �gNC�h, or �gI�h, may not ... �h form within the rst four weeks of the semester or the rst week of the ... which they are interested but feel the of failure may be high. Students may elect ... on a credit/no credit basis unless the catalog expressly limits the grading for a ...

28 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG the student�fs progress toward a ... longer be included in the computation of the student�fs GPA. A request for ... student must have completed a minimum of 18 units with a cumulative grade point ... average of 2.5 or higher in all courses attempted ... courses to be alleviated. 2. A minimum of 12 months must have elapsed since the ... grades were earned. 3. The number of units alleviated may not exceed 30 ... units, or be in excess of the number of units satisfacto rily completed by the ... to a campus Admissions/ Records Of ce. If any of the required 18 units are ... earned at another college, an of cial transcript must be ted with the ... , contact a counselor or the Records Of ce. AUDITING Auditing allows students ... cially registering. There is no record of attendance no grade will be issued. ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 29 tionally disadvantaged�h criteria ... services. Please stop by the EOPS of ce at either the Rocklin (916) 781 0538 ... students who are single parents/heads of household, who are receiving bene ts ... have at least one child under the age of fourteen. CARE students may receive, in ... , an additional nancial aid grant of $800 per ac ademic year to be used for ... the Rocklin or Nevada County EOPS of ce for further information. COUNSELING ... and prospective students. Typical areas of concern to students are choosing majors ... gPersonal Development�h section in this catalog. The staff includes several licensed ... ment and on a drop-in basis at each of the following cations. For appointment ... Center provides a comprehensive range of assessment services. Basic reading, ... skill assessment is required of all StudentServices CALWORKS CalWORKs ...

30 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG new non-exempt students prior to ... process. Assessment is a component of the Matriculation process required by ... . The Center also provides a wide range of assessment services to assist with ... career counselor. These services are offered to students and community members at a ... information, contact the Admissions Of ce at (530) 274-5302. TRANSFER CENTER ... The Transfer Center offers resources and services to all students ... . The Center reduces the complexity of transferring by using articula tion and ... , San Francisco State and University of the Paci c. Admission counselors from ... ; C.S.U., Chico; and University of the Paci c visit the Center regularly. ... is provided. Transfer workshops are offered throughout the year. The Center ... maintains current catalog information for California public and ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 31 Education about healthy living ... prevention; Evaluation and treatments of students, who are ill, in jured or need ... -5317. HOUSING Campus housing consists of two residence hall facilities on the ... may be obtained by calling the Housing Of- ce at (916) 781-0434. The Housing Of ... PLACEMENT CENTER The Financial Services of ce at the Rocklin Campus and at the ... part-time jobs. Currently, the college offers three on- and off-campus employment ... , contact the Financial Services Of ce at (916) 789-2623 or the Nevada ...

32 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG across a variety of reading materials ... . The English Department offers English 50, a course which ful lls the ... , contact the Liberal Arts Divi sion Of ce (916) 781-0588. More detailed ... information may be found in this catalog under the titles of English and Skill ... OPPORTUNITIES CENTER Sierra College offers a strong support program for students ... they need to meet the academic demands of college and bene t fully from their ... the information processing systems of individuals with average or above ... , retention, retrieval, or expression of information. Students are evaluated ... education plans Identi cation of students�f learning styles Perceptual ... titles, all full with many years of back- les. An online catalog access to ... is available use by all members of the campus community. The media ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 33 SUPPORTIVE EDUCATION The ... Education program at the Rocklin Campus offers adult education courses in basic ... fundamentals of math and reading, job search skills, ... development to meet the varied needs of students with physical and ... EDUCATION Sierra College is approved to offer higher education to veterans and ... under Chapters 30, 31, 32, and 35, of Title 38 U.S. Code and Chapter 1606 ... Title 10 U.S. Code. The Veterans Of ce at the College certi es student ... enrollment to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for educational bene ... : All students are required to have of cial transcripts from all prior ... the Sierra College Veterans Affairs Of ce. In addition, students must complete ... registered students. On the ground oor of the Rocklin Campus Learning Resource ...

34 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG orientation and meeting with the ... these requirements before the start of the rst semester. Application ... at least six weeks prior to the start of the semester. Students must reapply for ... the Sierra College Veterans Affairs Of ce at the Rocklin Campus or call (916) ... 781-0439. Bene t Coverage:Payment of bene ts is based on the number of units ... . Bene ts are restricted on some types of courses such as: televised, independent ... the Sierra College Veterans Affairs Of ce before registering for courses. VA ... Standards of Progress: In addition to the standing ... must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. Failure to maintain a cumulative ... GPA of 2.0 or better after two consecutive ... Exemption: The children and spouses of U.S. Veterans with service connected ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 35 The Writing Center also functions ... as a Second Language (ESL) classes, offers workshops for EOPS (Educational ... -hour, individualized laboratory course of directed writing assignments tailored ... DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Sierra College offers several Child Development Programs for ... �h oriented curriculum. Sierra College offers State Preschool Programs at no cost to ... designed for children from 2 to 5 years of age. rollment is determined on a rst ... , serving the community and children of Sierra College students and staff. The ... center offers preschool sessions as well as a full ...

36 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG POLICE SERVICES The District Police ... Services Of ce is located at the west entrance to ... responsible for the general protection of persons and property within the ... is also managed by Police Services. Of cers are responsible for enforcing ... , and providing public assistance. Some of the services available include vehicle ... or 1000 for non-emergencies, from any of the help phones located throughout the ... activity, or you are the victim of a crime. SIERRA COLLEGE BOOKSTORES ... believe in supporting the needs of students, staff, and community. We are ... .m., with extended hours the last week of each semester. For further information ... extended hours the rst and last week of mester. For further information call ( ...

Financial Aid SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 37 The primary responsibility of ... . The Sierra College Financial Services Of ce provides programs to help those ... students who cannot meet the full cost of attending the College. The of ce is ... a citizen or an eligible noncitizen of the United States may apply for nancial ... Academic Progress standards of the College. Priority Dates:Financial ... has established a priority ling date of March 2nd. Students whose FAFSA�fs are ... soon as possible to assure availability of funds when registration fees are due. ... Document Requirements:A set of federally-de ned criteria identify ... be noti ed by the Financial Services Of ce and asked to verify income and other ... will also be asked to show proof of eligibility. FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS ...

38 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Are receiving either: CalWORKs; SSI ( ... or General Assistance; OR A dependent of a deceased or disabled veteran as certi ... - ed by the California Department of Veterans Affairs. CAL GRANTS The State ... of California, through the Student Aid ... time the loan is taken out. The total of a Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford ... College with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0; be enrolled in 6 or more units; ... need for the loan; and have some source of income for repayment. Maximum loan is ... establish scholarship awards as a means of expressing con dence in a college and ... , available in the Financial Services Of ce, at the Campus, December through ... College meet estab lished standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress. To ... ; and Complete the following number of units based on units attempted with a 2 ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 39 NOTE: Financial aid disquali ... once they have completed a minimum of 6 units with a 2.0 (C) grade point ... should notify the Financial Services Of ce immediately. A review of the student ... determine if any reduction or repayment of aid will result from the dropping of ... units. Any refund of fees for which the student is eligible ... may receive nancial aid until a total of 90 units has been earned at Sierra ... College. to 30 units of remedial coursework may be deducted ... circumstances may warrant a review of a terminated student�fs individual ... SERVICE All males under the age of 26 must register with the lective ...

ASSOCIATED STUDENTS OF SIERRA COLLEGE All students become ... members of the Associated Student Body upon ... by their elected representatives of the Associated Students of Sierra ... are managed by the Associated Students of Sierra College. The of cers of the ... Associated Students of Sierra College (ASSC) constitute the ... , and the faculty and administrators of Sierra College. The elected of cials ... consist of President, Vice-President, Activities ... Director, Public Relations Of cer, Secretary, Treasurer and ... -at-large. A representative of the Nevada County Campus also serves on ... Sierra College. The student government of ce for the Rocklin Campus is located in ... Campus please contact the Campus Life Of ce at (916) 789-2978. All students are ... /athletes to continue their pursuit of individual goals ically and ...

with a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better. Other college ... is included in the GPA calculation. CATALOG RIGHTS To ful ll Sierra College degree ... , students may have their choice of the catalog in force either upon their entry or ... , whichever is in the best interest of the student. Students who are pursuing ... at Sierra College may also choose the catalog in force the rst year the major was ... offered. To maintain the above listed catalog rights, students must be enrolled in at ... student will be required to meet the catalog requirements in force upon the student� ... enrollment at Sierra College or the catalog in force at the time the Sierra College ... should contact the Records/Evaluations Of ce for further information regarding ... appropriate entry catalog. DEGREE PETITIONS Students desiring an ...

1, 2, 4. Social Sciences:Administration of Justice 50; Agriculture 198, 215; ... Language 40W. (completion with a grade of �gC�h or better) 2. Communication and ... /Physical Education Administration of Justice 60; Health Education 1, 2; ... Nursing 6. 3 42 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Associate Degree Requirements Units ... to introduce students to the variety of through which people comprehend the ... introduces the content and methodology of areas of knowledge: the humanities and ...

A. Writing: Completion of Business 86 or English 1A or 2 or 12 or ... as a Second Language 40W with a grade of �gC�h or better B. Reading:Demonstrated ... proficiency by ONE of the following: 1. Completion of English ... grade �gC�h or better OR 2. Possession of either a bachelor or higher degree from ... proficiency demonstrated by ONE of the following: 1. Completion of one of ... the following courses with a grade of �gC�h or better: Business 85, 102; ... : Demonstrated proficiency by ONE of the following: 1. *Minimum score on ACT ... of 15 or SAT of 400 (no college units granted), OR 2. * ... Completion of a math course (algebra or higher) with ... a �gC�h grade in the last three years of high school (no college units granted ... ), OR 3. Completion of one of the following with grade of �gC�h or ...

44 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG A.A. and A.S. Degree Programs ... Sierra College offers both Associate in Arts and Associate in ... pages 42 43. Students should that the offering of this catalog is not a contract. ... Changes in course offerings or other catalog the discretion of the college. Contact ... Accounting: A.A., A.S. Administration of Justice: A.A., A.S. (a) Law ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 45 CERTIFICATES OF ACHIEVEMENT A ... Certificate of Achievement is an acknowledgment by ... has completed prescribed courses of study in vocational education. All ... Certificates of Achievement require a minimum of ... 2.0 grade point aver age. At least 50% of the required coursework must be ... tional specialty. Certi cates of Achievement and Skills Certi cates are ... in addition to, or in lieu of, but to an Associate Degree. (a) ... student has attained a specified set of competencies within a vocational ... to enter the field or upgrade of skills required for continued ... Certificates require demonstration of a specified set of competencies and ... must be completed with a grade of �gC�h or better and at least 50% of the ... : (a) Computer Essentials (b) Microsoft Office Specialist Core Level (c) Microsoft ...

, 159, 160, 163, 164 (maximum 30 units of Fire Tec. courses excluding 95) ... 43, 45, 60, 95*, 300 46 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Transferable Courses to CSU System ... UNIVERSITY BACCALAUREATE LEVEL 2005-2006 Administration of Justice 28, 50, 52 ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 47 Humanities 1, 2, 3, 10, 15, 20, 21 ... 20, 28, 30, 40, 50, 60, 95*, 300 *Total of all Internship courses (any course ...

48 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Administration of Justice 50, 55, ... 3, 3L, 4, 28**, 300** *See explantation of unit limitations as noted within ... courses is given only after review of the course outline by the enrolling U.C ... to UC System UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SYSTEM 2005-2006 ...

Foreign Languages (Include a minimum of one course in each of areas 1 and 2, ... Background (lnclude a minimum of one course in each of areas 1 and 2 and ... 3 6 6 3 39*** 9 48*** SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 49 * Interdisciplinary 1 may be ... campus information. NOTES: 1. As of the printi counselor for current ... information. 2. Grades of C or better required in each course in ... requires: A foreign language and G.P.A. of 2.0 in General Education courses ( ... 4. CSU Sacramento recommends: 42 units of lower division General Education ... EDUCATION BREADTH REQUIREMENTS 2005-2006 ...

6 9 3 9 9 7 9 0 4 6 50 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG IGETC Intersegmental GENERAL ... TRANSFER CURRICULUM CSU AND UC 2005-2006 NOTES: 1. Students should consult with ... a student must have completed most of the transfer units at one or more ... also satisfy the corresponding por tion of the IGETC requirements. 4. Each course ... must be completed with minimum grades of �gC�h or better. 5. Advanced placement ... exams can be used to satisfy all areas of IGETC except for the cirtical thinking- ... . IGETC policy is to accept a score of 3 or higher to clear one course. * ... consult page 48 and the Counseling Office for additional information. 1. ENGLISH ... Studies **1, 2, 3, **5 (+University of California transfer students do not ... course which must be a minimum of at least 4 semester Laboratory courses ...

colleges and universities have courses offered by other campuses are equivalent in ... content and scope to courses offered on their own of their unique titles or ... that it will be accepted in lieu of the comparable CAN course noted in the ... catalog or schedule of The CAN numbering system is useful ... more than one community college and is of the transferable, lower division ... plans for transfer. SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 51 CaliforniaArticulation Numbers CAN ...

52 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG UNDERSTANDING COURSE DESCRIPTIONS The ... courses described in this catalog may not be every term or every year. ... Check the Schedule of for the current term�fs course ... offerings. Course outlines for all courses are on ... le in the Of ce of Programs and Services. COURSE NUMBERING ... ), may be accepted by the versity of California system and the California ... and in some instances to the University of Califor nia system 400-449 Degree ... Units: .5-4 Transfer: CSU The courses of study will cover topics relevant to ... ticular disciplines in which they are offered. Topics vary. Course content and unit ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture lecture/laboratory ... : Units: .5-4 Non-Transfer The courses of study will cover topics relevant to ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 53 courses within a discipline only ... unit) Students may enroll in a maximum of three units per instructor per semester ... in an area where no speci c curriculum offering is currently available. Independent ... Project from the ap propriate Division Of ce; (2) contacting the appropriate ... Division Dean for approval and issuance of a course code number; (4) submitting ... form to a campus Admissions/Records Of ce. *Transfer credit for these courses ... is given only after review of the course by the enrolling U.C. campus ... STATUS DESIGNATION The transfer status of a course is indicated below the course ... that the course credit transfers to all of the California State University ... that the course credit transfers to all of the University of California campuses ... that the course credit transfers to all of the CSU and UC campuses. If an appears ...

54 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Administration of Justice BUSINESS ... DEAN: Stephanie Guevara DIVISION OFFICE: B 3 FACULTY COORDINATOR: H. McColgan ... , V. Rogers, C. West The Administration of Justice program offers three areas of ... courses must be selected from any of the three concentrations available. ... Cor rections, where the deviant member of society is subjected to society�fs ... needs expressed by the public in each of three areas of concentration. ... MAJOR REQUIREMENTS in Adminis tration of Justice are available in the Counseling ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of Cali fornia and out-of-state colleges are located in the Library and ... four-year graduates in Administration of Justice are quali ed are law ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 55 PLUS 6 ADDITIONAL UNITS FROM: Adm. ... 3 Adm.Jus. 67 Managing the Adult Offender ... TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED: 21 ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE COURSES ADM.JUS. 28 INDEPENDENT ... in an area where no speci c curriculum offering is currently available. Independent ... credit. See Independent Study page in catalog. ADM.JUS. 50 INTRODUCTION TO ... ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE Units: 3 Transfer: CSU/UC ... Hours: 3 lecture Exploration of the history and philosophical roots of ... the U.S. justice system; in-depth study of the system and its sub-systems with ... operate. Roles and role expectations of crimi nal justice professionals as ... perceived from within and out side of the system; study of theories of crime ... punishment, rehabilitation; exploration of research methodology of the discipline ...

56 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG ADM.JUS. 58 COMMUNITY AND HUMAN ... CSU/UC Hours: 3 lecture In-depth survey of the relationship between the criminal ... ; causal and symp tomatic aspects of community misunderstanding, lack of ... develop through a continuing process of interac tion between the criminal ... justice practitioner and mem bers of the public. Methods for understanding ... and drill in a limited number of holds and come alongs; restraint of ... and the mentally ill; fundamental use of the baton. ADM.JUS. 61A FIREARMS ... ) Introductory course covering history of rearms, types and selection of weapons ... , rearm nomenclature, principles of safe shooting, weapon safety, ... and care, legal and moral aspects of weapon usage for both law enforcement ... non-law enforcement, and development of individual shooting skills and safety. ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 57 ADM.JUS. 70 SUBSTANTIVE LAW Units ... CSU Hours: 3 lecture An in-depth study of penal and other codes which have an ... misdemeanor and felony violations of the criminal statutes involving crimes ... 3 Transfer: CSU Hours: 3 lecture Study of current drugs of abuse including identi ... cation, street terms, prices, methods of use, history, and recog nizing persons ... , courtroom testimony, and preparation of warrants. ADM.JUS. 73 WRITING FOR ... : CSU Hours: 3 lecture Techniques of communicating facts, information, and ... and logical manner in the various types of criminal justice system reports; let ... on criminal justice terminology, use of English, and organization of ... taking and report writing; presentation of testimony in court. ADM.JUS. 74 ... : 3 lecture Stresses the importance of ethical behavior and appropri ate moral ...

58 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG ADM.JUS. 600 P.C. 832: ARREST, ... ) Prerequisite: California Department of Justice certi cation of no ... Hours: As scheduled for a total of 68 hours (44 lecture, 24 laboratory) ... Meets requirements of California Penal Code Section 832 ... requiring individuals having Peace Of cer powers to complete a training ... prescribed by the Commission on Peace Of cer Standards and Training (POST). Par ... , courts, community relations, laws of arrest, use of force, search and ... Degree Credit) Prerequisite: Completion of Adm.Jus. 600 or Commission on Peace Of ... Part I Hours: As scheduled for a total of 118 hours (78 lecture, 40 laboratory) ... es Level III training requirements of the Commis sion on Peace Of cer ... : Currently employed as a sworn peace of cer and state certi ed as an impact ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 59 ADM.JUS. 600H COMMUNICATIONS ... Degree Credit) Prerequisite: Completion of Commission on Peace Of cer Standards ... Academy Hours: As scheduled for a total of 8 lecture hours A continuing ... professional training course for peace of cers. Emphasis on tactical ... Degree Credit) Prerequisite: Completion of Adm.Jus. 600 and 600C or Commission on ... Peace Of cer Standards and Training Module III ... standards and California Department of Justice certi cation of no ... Hours: As scheduled for a total of 250 hours (192 lecture, 58 laboratory) ... Satis es training requirements of the Commission on Peace Of cer ... Degree Credit) Prerequisite: Completion of POST Basic Academy and employment as a ... Peace Of cer assigned to a Special Weapons and ...

60 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG ti cates in Agriculture, Animal ... Studies and Suburban Agriculture. All of the agriculture programs are designed ... to be student-centered and offer exibility in course offerings allowing ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges are located in the Library and ... 13 ADDITIONAL UNITS FROM ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ANIMAL SCIENCE Ag ... 2 Ag. 144 Arti cial Insemination of Cattle ... 3 Ag. 211 Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals . . . . . . . 4 Ag. ... 3 Nat.Res. 10 Conservation of Natural Resources ... stressing production and management of livestock. Students learn to integrate ... the animal protein production sector of food production industry preparing them ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 61 EQUINE STUDIES A.S. DEGREE OR ... CERTIFICATE This program offers a comprehensive learning experience in ... the areas of equine science and management. It ... provides a foundation in basics of riding, training, care, and manage ment ... 3 Ag. 211 Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals . . . . . . . 4 Ag. ... COURSES UNITS 6 UNITS FROM ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ANIMAL SCIENCE COURSES ... 2 Ag. 144 Arti cial Insemination of Cattle ... Management . . . . 3 9 UNITS FROM ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PLANT/SOIL SCIENCE ... 1 6 UNITS FROM ANY OF THE FOLLOWING BUSINESS COURSES: Ag. 215 ... 3 PLUS 6 UNITS FROM ANY OF THE FOLLOWING AGRI - CULTURAL MECHANICS ... : 1 Hours: As scheduled for a total of 18 lecture hours Survey of California/ ...

62 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG AG. 28 INDEPENDENT STUDY Units: 1-3 ... credit. See Independent Study page in catalog. AG. 41 LANDSCAPE AND GARDEN MACHINE ... ) Minor repair and replacement of engine parts and acces sories on two- ... and repair, tune-up and overhaul of four-cycle gasoline engines. Includes ... goal. Internships may be in the areas of agricultural business, animal sci ence ... technical training under the direction of a worksite supervisor that allows the ... Units: 2 Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Ag. 7 Hours ... 4 (1 lecture, 3 laboratory) Development of husbandry skills necessary to process ... and treat livestock. Design and layout of livestock handling facilities is ... incorporated in the study of gathering, and restraining livestock ... : 1.5 Hours: As scheduled for a total of 27 lecture hours (eve ning only) ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 63 AG. 147 HORSE TRAINING II BUILDING ... foundation on a started horse. Training of a green-broke horse as it is put into ... Units: 2 Prerequisite: Completion of Ag. 146 and Ag. 147 Hours: 4 (1 lecture ... : .5 Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours Covers a month-by-month ... calendar of activities and management practices of ... the care of the broodmare and foal. Focus on ... : 1 Hours: As scheduled for a total of 18 lecture hours Develops practical ... knowledge of marketing methods and skills in sale ... : .5 Hours: As scheduled for a total of 11 hours (8 lecture, 3 laboratory) ... , hoof problems/diseases, and care of the hoof. Techniques to properly pull ... sustainable environment. Exploration of complex issues surrounding population ...

64 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG AG. 204 BEEF SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT ( ... Transfer: CSU Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Ag. 200 ... or E.S.L. 40W Hours: 3 lecture Overview of world and United States beef production ... . Evaluation of the structure of the beef industry (con sumer, retailer ... , cow-calf and seedstock). Discussion of genetics, reproduction, nutri tion, ... , 3 laboratory) Detailed analysis of various visual and physical methods of ... value. Written and oral summa ries of evaluation will be learned. Speci c ... Transfer: CSU Prerequisite: Completion of AG. 200; or Bio.Sci. 1; or Bio. Sci. 11 ... : 3 lecture Introduction to the study of disease processes in animals. Basic ... principles of disease organisms and the physiology of ... covered. AG. 211 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS Units: 4 Transfer: ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 65 AG. 228 EQUINE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ... mended Hours: 3 lecture Fundamentals of equine business operations, including ... : 2 Hours: As scheduled for a total of 63 hours (9 lecture, 54 activity) ... Introduction to fundamentals of horse handling, with emphasis on safety ... . Identi cation of equine behavioral patterns, handling ... . 146) Units: 2.5 Advisory: Completion of Ag. 235 or equivalent experience Hours ... : As scheduled for a total of 72 hours (18 lecture, 54 activity) A ... Units: .5-4 Transfer: CSU/UC* Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture, or lecture/ ... course. See Selected Topics page in catalog. AG. 400 SELECTED TOPICS IN AGRICULTURE ... Units: .5-4 Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ...

66 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG ANTHROPOLOGY COURSES ANTHRO. 1 ... Broad introduction to the science of physical anthro pology. Topics include ... : the eld of anthropology, the scienti c method, ... , human variation, biology and behavior of living primates, and fossil evidence of ... Transfer: CSU/UC* Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Anthro. 1 ... designed to investigate the science of biological anthropology. Areas of study ... : the production and distribution of genetic variation, human osteology, ... anthropological approaches in the study of human culture and diversity. Examines ... , and cultural practices in a variety of global societies. Cultural phenomena ... and ritual. Explores the impact of social changes, such as colonization, ... . (CAN ANTH 4) ANTHRO. 4 INDIANS OF NORTH AMERICA Units: 3 Transfer: CSU/ ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 67 ANTHRO. 300 SELECTED TOPICS IN ... Units: .5-4 Transfer: CSU/UC* Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture, or lecture/ ... course. See Selected Topics page in catalog. Apparel Design and Production (See ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: T. Fillebrown, R. Gregg ... principles and practical applications of art, design, photography, computer ... graphics, imaging and animation. Study of the foundations of design, creative ... students for certi cates in the eld of study. APPLIED ART DESIGN A.A. OR A.S ... CONCENTRATION Successful completion of the curriculum in Graphic Design quali ... 5-3 Art/Des. 30 Photographing Works of Art (also Photo. 30) . . . . .5 Art/ ...

68 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Art 4A Drawing ... 5 Art/Des. 30 Photographing Works of Art (also Photo. 30) . . . . .5 Art/ ... CONCENTRATION Successful completion of the curriculum in Multimedia quali - ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 75 ART/DES. 100B CURRENT PRACTICES IN ... DESIGN Units: .5-3 Advisory: Completion of Art/Des. 61 or equivalent recom mended ... Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours per .5 unit ... Presentations and workshops will offer advanced students in graphic design and ... , hardware and design, and exploration of speci c issues facing the graphic ... MEDIA Units: .5-3 Advisory: Completion of Art/Des. 85 or 90 recommended Hours: As ... scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours per .5 unit ... and workshops in interactive media will offer advanced students and working ... , hardware and design, and exploration of speci c issues currrently facing the ... Units: .5-3 Advisory: Completion of Art/Des. 90 or equivalent recom mended ... Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours per .5 unit ...

88 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG A.T. 150 CAREERS IN THE AUTOMOTIVE ... : CSU Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours Career exploration in ... , certi cate and transfer. Research of labor market and occupational ... Units: .5-4 Transfer: CSU Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture, or lecture/ ... course. See Selected Topics page in catalog. A.T. 400 SELECTED TOPICS IN AUTOMOTIVE ... TECHNOLOGY Units: .5-4 Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture, or lecture/ ... course. See Selected Topics page in catalog. A.T. 600A B.A.R. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS (A6 ... Dunlap ASSOCIATE DEAN: Vacant DIVISION OFFICE: Ht 4 FACULTY: P. Badaracco, C. Dailey, ... Ruud The Biological Sciences Department offers course work Anatomy, Biology, Botany, ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 97 Business BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY DEAN ... : Stephanie Guevara DIVISION OFFICE: B 3 FACULTY: E. Bienvenue, C. Dunn, K. ... , Mr. R. Ortega The business discipline offers training in seven major areas: ... Science, and Real Estate see separate catalog listings. The Business Division plays a ... has demonstrated the importance of a background in general education for ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges are located the Library and ... can be earned in the major areas of business. Also some transfer majors may ... Certi cates can be earned in some areas of business. ACCOUNTING A.A. OR A.S. ... OR CERTIFICATE Successful completion of the curriculum in accounting pre pares ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 103 BUSINESS 400 SELECTED TOPICS IN ... FORMERLY BUS. 400) Units: .5-4 Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture, or lecture/ ... course. See Selected Topics page in catalog. Chemistry SCIENCES MATHEMATICS DEAN: ... Dunlap ASSOCIATE DEAN: Vacant DIVISION OFFICE: Ht 4 FACULTY: D. Burns, F. Cardoza, K. ... College is designed to meet the needs of the diverse community of interests ... the community college. A full program of chemistry for the professional ... scientist is offered through analytical chemistry and a two- ... organic chemis try. A separate track is offered for nursing students that presents ... hands-on experience with a wide variety of instruments. TRANSFER MAJOR ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ...

140 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG TRANSFER MAJOR REQUIREMENTS in Drama ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and outof-state colleges are ... . DRAMA COURSES DRAMA 10A FUNDAMENTALS OF ACTING Units: 3 Transfer: CSU/UC Hours ... : 3 lecture Analysis and practice of acting techniques: interpreta tion, ... : CSU/UC Prerequisite: Completion of Drama 10A or equivalent Hours: 3 ... Analysis and practice in major styles of acting with par ticular emphasis on the ... Hours: 3 lecture Analysis and practice of movement styles used in the the ater; ... CSU/UC Hours: As scheduled for a total of 80 activity hours Participation in ... : CSU/UC Hours: 3 lecture A study of plays, their production and performance ... , in the major periods of dramatic art. Designed for both majors ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 141 DRAMA 20 PLAY, PERFORMANCE, AND ... in an area where no speci c curriculum offering is currently available. Independent ... credit. See Independent Study page in catalog. DRAMA 300 SELECTED TOPICS IN DRAMA ... Units: .5-4 Transfer: CSU/UC* Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture, or lecture/ ... course. See Selected Topics page in catalog. Earth Science (Also see Geography and ... Dunlap ASSOCIATE DEAN: Vacant DIVISION OFFICE: Ht 4 FACULTY: A. Amigo, H. Dodson, R. ... give a general educational background of the earth�fs geology, atmosphere, ... coun selor and the appropriate college catalog for other trans fer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges are located in the Library and ...

142 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG E.SCI. 15 INTRODUCTION TO ... Transfer: CSU/UC Advisory: Completion of English 50, or eligibility for Eng lish ... , chemical, and biological aspects of our ocean environment with emphasis on ... : CSU/UC Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Earth ... 15 Hours: 3 laboratory Exploration of the ocean environment, including ... scheduled (2-day eld trip) for a total of 21 hours (3 lecture, 18 laboratory) A ... two-day overnight eld exploration of Point Reyes National Seashore with ... in an area where no speci c curriculum offering is currently available. Independent ... credit. See Independent Study page in catalog. E.SCI. 300 SELECTED TOPICS IN EARTH ... Units: .5-4 Transfer: CSU/UC* Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture, or lecture/ ...

144 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Engineering SCIENCES MATHEMATICS DEAN ... Dunlap ASSOCIATE DEAN: Vacant DIVISION OFFICE: Ht 4 LIAISON COUNSELORS: Mr. R. Ortega ... , B. Ruud The Engineering Department offers all the courses satis fying the lower ... division engineering requirements of most California colleges and ... may pro tably begin their study of chemical, civil, electrical, or mechani ... log for other transfer requirements. Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges ... recognizes a concentration in the eld of Engineering. Successful completion of ... 4 Physics 4B Principles of Physics OR Physics 4C Principles of ... 3 Physics 4B Principles of Physics OR Physics 4C Principles of ... : CSU/UC Prerequisite: Completion of Math. 8 or equivalent with a grade of � ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 145 ENGIN. 35 STATICS Units: 3 ... : CSU/UC Prerequisite: Completion of Physics 4A or equivalent Advisory: ... Completion of Engin. 23 recommended Hours: 3 lecture ... on ana lytical mechanics, development of skills to analyze and solve problems in ... be taken concurrently) and completion of Physics 4A or equivalent Hours: 5 (2 ... lecture, 3 laboratory) Study of physical and chemical properties of ... , and crys tal structures. Application of basic principles to the selec tion and ... use of materials. Metals, ceramics, natural ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: B. Abrams, L. Atoms, B. ... : P. Neal, V. Rogers The Department of English faculty subscribes to the idea ... arts are a basic and a chief way of discovering who we are, especially if � ...

152 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG E.S.L. 530W INTERMEDIATE-MID WRITING ... assessment process or completion of E.S.L. 520W with a grade of �gC�h or ... in essay writing. Emphasis on grammar of complex sentence structures, verb ... at ESL 30W or higher or completion of ESL 20W with a grade of �gC�h or better ... Credit) Hours: As scheduled for a total of 108 lecture hours Novice-level ... Dunlap ASSOCIATE DEAN: Vacant DIVISION OFFICE: Ht 4 FACULTY: M. Braga LIAISON ... Horticulture is an important branch of plant science. Broadly de ned, it is ... the business, and art of cultivating, processing, and marketing ... of mental plants, fruits and vegetables. ... for people with a wide variety of skills and talents, supported by many ... interested in pursu ing higher levels of scienti c research or study into ...

156 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG ENV.HORT 181 WILDFLOWER ... : .5 Hours: As scheduled for a total of 17 hours (5 lecture, 12 laboratory) ... : .5 Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours Examines budding and ... grafting as a type of vegetative propagation. Includes ... , terms, collection and treatment of stock and scion wood, post graft care ... and use of appropriate tools and media. May be ... : .5 Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours Small scale vegetable ... selection and harvesting. Techniques of seed propagation and eld cultivation ... are presented. Application of principles of successive planting and ... : .5 Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours Principles of pruning ... , vines, and trees. Brief overview of plant physiology in relationship to ...

170 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG FIRE TEC 655 RAPID INTERVENTION CREW ... agency Hours: As scheduled for a total of 16 hours (8 lecture, 8 laboratory) A ... structural re ghters. Covers history of re ghter injuries and fatalities, ... techniques of rapid intervention crews, techniques of ... self-survival, and appli cation of rescue methods. May be taken four times ... Credit) Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours Wildland re behavior ... Degree Credit) Prerequisite: Completion of Fire Tec 690 or a certi ed S-290 course ... Group Hours: As scheduled for a total of 32 lecture hours Covers re behavior ... : Fire Tec 691 or completion of a S-290 course as prescribed by the ... Boss Hours: As scheduled for a total of 16 lecture hours Introduces re behavior ... Covers determinants and interpretations of re behavior input and outputs and ...

174 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG FORESTRY 607 PLANT IDENTIFICATION ... Credit) Hours: As scheduled for a total of 18 lecture hours Classi cation, ... nomenclature, and identi cation of com mon trees and shrubs of the Sierra ... will be acquired through recognition of plant characteristics. FORESTRY 609 ... Credit) Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours Survey of the major ... plant communities of the Sierra Nevada and Central Valley ... regions of California, empha sizing the ecological ... the environment. Will include coverage of riparian and other wetland habitats, ... . Geographical distribution patterns of selected plant communities, with ... consideration of the principle environmental and ... Credit) Hours: As scheduled for a total of 18 lecture hours An overview of ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 175 FRENCH 3 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH ... : CSU/UC Prerequisite: Completion of French 2 or three years of high school ... training in the French language. Review of grammar with increased emphasis upon ... speaking and linguistic structure of the language, reading of excerpts from ... works of Frenchspeaking authors, study of cultural distinctions among the French- ... , writing skills, and transla tions of culturally signi cant reading ... : CSU/UC Prerequisite: Completion of French 3 or four years of high school ... training in the French language. Study of advanced grammar with increased ... emphasis upon the skills of reading and inter preting works of ... in an area where no speci c curriculum offering is currently available. Independent ... credit. See Independent Study page in catalog. Geographic Information Services (GIS) ( ...

178 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Geology (Also see Earth Science and ... Dunlap ASSOCIATE DEAN: Vacant DIVISION OFFICE: Ht 4 FACULTY: A. Amigo, H. Dodson, R. ... Morris, C. West The Geology Department offers courses that deal in the earth�fs ... major and subsequent career in one of the many aspects of geology as well as ... wishing to enhance their understanding of the planet on which we live. TRANSFER ... counselor, and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges are located in the Library and ... Physics OR Physics 4A Principles of Physics ... 3 Geology 50 Geology of National Parks Monuments ... 1 Geology 53F Field Geology of Western North America . . . . . . . 2 ... 4 Physics 4B Principles of Physics ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 181 German LIBERAL ARTS DEAN: Bill M ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 LIAISON COUNSELORS: D. Quadros, V ... it desirable that a greater number of Americans than ever before have a ... knowledge of foreign languages and cultures. A ... language background should be of intrinsic value. The acquisition of ... com munication skills in the study of modern foreign language is the primary ... log for other transfer requirements. Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges ... patterns together with discussion of unique cultural characteristics of the ... dialogues, become knowledgeable of utilizing a substantial vocabu lary, ... and conduct translations of culturally meaningful reading ... : CSU/UC Prerequisite: Completion of German 10A and 10B, or Ger man 1, or ...

182 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG GERMAN 28 INDEPENDENT STUDY Units: 1- ... in an area where no speci c curriculum offering is currently available. Independent ... credit. See Independent Study page in catalog. Health Education PHYSICAL EDUCATION ... ATHLETICS DEAN: John Volek DIVISION OFFICE: Ft FACULTY: D. Brownell, M. Conway, M. ... mental, social and physical well being of the individual. TRANSFER MAJOR ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges are located in the Library and ... injuries. Satis es the basic level of training required by the Occupational ... cates issued upon successful completion of Red Cross requirements. H.ED. 2 HEALTH ... : CSU/UC Hours: 3 lecture Survey of major health problems, such as ...

184 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Health Technology SCIENCES ... DEAN: Margaret R. White DIVISION OFFICE: Ht 4 AREA OFFICE: Room 101, Roseville ... : 3 Transfer: CSU Advisory: Completion of C.I.S. 5 or equivalent recom mended and ... completion of or concurrent enrollment in H.Sci. 3 ... : 3 Transfer: CSU Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in .Sci. 3 ... Hours: 3 lecture Fundamentals of both ICD-9 (International Classi cation ... of Diseases) and CPT (Current Procedural ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: D. DeFoe, B. Fairchild, ... manner by which people and institutions of all kinds become transformed with the ... passage of time. In the of history it is more important to learn ... memorize historical data. Through the of history, students can acquire the ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 195 Italian LIBERAL ARTS DEAN: Bill M ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 LIAISON COUNSELOR: D. Quadros The ... it desirable that a greater number of Americans than ever before have a ... knowledge of foreign languages and cultures. A ... language background should be of intrinsic value. The acquisition of ... com munication skills in the study of a modern foreign language is the ... log for other transfer requirements. Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges ... : CSU/UC Prerequisite: Completion of Italian 1 or equivalent Hours: 5 (4 ... lecture, 1 laboratory) Continuation of Italian 1. Intensive basic grammar, ... culture, historical gures, and events of the areas where Italian is spoken. ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 LIAISON COUNSELORS: S. Muraki, D ...

196 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG JAPANESE 10A INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE ... purposes, and increase their awareness of cultural differences among people. May ... Transfer: CSU Prerequisite: Completion of Japanese 10A or equivalent Hours: 4 (3 ... purposes, and increase their awareness of cultural differences among people. More ... be presented as a direct continuation of Japanese 10A. May be taken twice for ... level where no spe ci c curriculum offering is currently available. Indepen dent ... credit. See Independent Study page in catalog. Journalism LIBERAL ARTS DEAN: Bill M. ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 LIAISON COUNSELOR: V. Rogers ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges are located in the Library and ...

198 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG LIB.SCI. 10B LIBRARY RESEARCH PROCESS ... Transfer: CSU/UC* Advisory: Completion of Lib.Sci. 10A or equivalent Hours: As ... scheduled for a total of 36 lecture hours Advanced library ... and the evaluation and com parison of resources. LIB.SCI. 20 TECHNICAL ... maintenance, and exploration of career opportunities. LIB.SCI. 25 ... Transfer: CSU Hours: 3 lecture Overview of media technologies and distance ... learning as integral components of electronic libraries. Includes ... in an area where no speci c curriculum offering is currently available. Independent ... credit. See Independent Study page in catalog. LIB.SCI. 30 TECHNICAL SERVICES ... CATALOGING Units: 3 Transfer: CSU Hours: 3 ... lecture The basic rules and practices of cataloging and classi ca tion of ...

204 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Music LIBERAL ARTS DEAN: Bill M. ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: B. Carmody, F. Weber ... is to develop a keen appreciation of all periods of music, involve the ... arts, and enhance the potential ability of each person to reach the highest plane ... of musical under standing and excellence. ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and outof-state colleges are ... 3 Music 12A Survey of Music History and Literature to 1750 ... . . . . 3 Music 12B Survey of Music History and Literature from 1750 ... for the understanding and enjoyment of music. Discussion of music elements, ... : CSU/UC* Prerequisite: Completion of Music 10 or equivalent knowl edge of ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 221 Philosophy LIBERAL ARTS DEAN: ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: J. Haproff, J. Terry ... V. Rogers Philosophy concerns the study of fundamental questions that arise in ... different areas of human experience, thought, or practice ... . Philosophy is the basis of a sound humanistic or liberal arts ... aims to make this natural activity of thought both richer and more systematic ... . Courses are offered which provide opportuni ties for self ... development and the building of a coherent outlook and critical reason ... for a four-year philosophy major are offered. TRANSFER MAJOR REQUIREMENTS in ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges are located in the Library and ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 223 Photography LIBERAL ARTS DEAN: ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: R. Gregg, R. Snook ... COUNSELOR: M. Moon Photography is offered as a creative means of visual expres ... . A serious effort is made to structure offerings so that students can attain individual ... goals in the eld of Photography. Photographic skills ... log for other transfer requirements. Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges ... Center. Positions for which students of Photog raphy are quali ed are ... : UNITS Photo. 10 History Aesthetics of Photography (also Art 11) . . 3 ... 2-3 Art/Des. 30 Photographing Works of Art (also Photo. 30) . . . . .5 ... : UNITS Photo. 10 History Aesthetics of Photography (also Art 11) . . 3 ... 2-3 Art/Des. 30 Photographing Works of Art (also Photo. 30) . . . . .5 ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 229 Physical Education and Athletics ... ATHLETICS DEAN: John Volek DIVISION OFFICE: Ft FACULTY: D. Brownell, M. Conway, S. ... upon California univer sity and out-of-state university requirements. TRANSFER ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and outof-state colleges are ... ring to four-year colleges in the areas of Physical Education, Exercise Science, ... Education outlined below is typical of lowerdivision requirements for four- ... Human Anatomy OR Bio.Sci. 7A Principles of Human Anatomy AND Bio.Sci. 7B ... Principles of Human Anatomy ... 3 P.E. 83 Physiology of Fitness ... THEORY COURSES: P.E. 82 Sports Of ciating ... 2-3 P.E. 84 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 239 Physics SCIENCES MATHEMATICS DEAN ... Dunlap ASSOCIATE DEAN: Vacant DIVISION OFFICE: Ht 4 FACULTY: D. Calabrese, D. Harris, ... Parker, C. West The Physics Department offers coursework satisfying the needs of ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and outof-state colleges are ... recognizes a concentration in the eld of Physics. Successful completion of the ... . COURSES UNITS Physics 4A Principles of Physics: Mechanics ... 4 Physics 4B Principles of Physics: Electricity and Magnetism ... . . 4 Physics 4C Principles of Physics: Waves, Light, Heat, Sound, Mod ... PHYSICS COURSES PHYSICS A FOUNDATIONS OF COLLEGE PHYSICS Units: 3 Prerequisite: ... Completion of Math. D or equivalent with a grade of � ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 241 Political Science LIBERAL ARTS ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: M. Deaver, W. Jackson, J ... to instruct students in the study of society as it relates to the politi cal ... formation of values, myths and folkways, as well as ... political systems function in the realm of power confrontation and decision making ... log for other transfer requirements. Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges ... areas, as well as other areas of Public Administration. POLITICAL ... to the principles and problems of the Ameri can political system on the ... levels. Course includes a discussion of the Constitution, political parties, ... , legislative, and judicial branches of the government. Other topics include ... roles within the system. Meets one half of �gU.S. History, Constitution and ...

242 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG POL.SCI. 15 MODEL UNITED NATIONS ... , functions and decision making of the United Nations. Simulations of ... various bodies of the UN. POL.SCI. 27 WOMEN AND POLITICS ... : CSU/UC Hours: 3 lecture Exploration of past and current in uences on the ... politi cal and legal status of women as well as women�fs par ... in an area where no speci c curriculum offering is currently available. Independent ... credit. See Independent Study page in catalog. POL.SCI. 300 SELECTED TOPICS IN ... Units: .5-4 Transfer: CSU/UC* Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture, or lecture/ ... course. See Selected Topics page in catalog. Psychology LIBERAL ARTS DEAN: Bill M. ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: R. Elliott, W. Hardy, K ...

244 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG PSYCH. 40 INTRODUCTION TO ... Transfer: CSU/UC Advisory: Completion of Psych. 1 recommended Hours: 3 lecture ... Basic introduction to the relationship of the central and peripheral nervous ... and memory. Emphasis is placed on role of neurotransmitter systems and on ... : CSU/UC Prerequisite: Completion of Intermediate Algebra Hours: 3 lecture ... alcohol and drug use habits; history of alcohol and drug use; and relationships ... Units: .5-4 Transfer: CSU/UC* Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture, or lecture/ ... course. See Selected Topics page in catalog. PSYCH. 400 SELECTED TOPICS IN ... PSYCHOLOGY Units: .5-4 Courses of study will cover topics relevant to the ... be determined by the division. May be offered as seminar, lecture, or lecture/ ...

246 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Recreation Management PHYSICAL ... ATHLETICS DEAN: John Volek DIVISION OFFICE: Ft FACULTY: M. DeVol, J. Forkum, K. ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges are located in the Library and ... COURSES REC.MGT. 10 FOUNDATIONS OF RECREATION, TOURISM AND RESORT ... , nature, scope and social aspects of leisure services in Western cultures. ... ethical issues as well as exploration of possible career paths. REC.MGT. 20 ... Theory, delivery systems and processes of program plan ning, implementation, and ... evaluation as applicable to a variety of both public and private agencies. ... Addresses a variety of programs that serve different age ... , interests and needs within a range of environments. Leadership for both ...

248 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG SKL.DEV. 581 ARITHMETIC REVIEW Units ... (3 lecture, 3 laboratory) Basic review of fundamental arithmetic operations with ... Degree Credit) Prerequisite: Completion of Skl.Dev. 581 with a grade of �gC�h or ... Credit) Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours Individual study plans ... Credit) Hours: As scheduled for a total of 9 lecture hours An overview of basic ... concepts of algebra, plane and solid geometry ... to successfully complete a course of study as an Energy Technician. ... by the instructor for the pur pose of developing or augmenting learning by ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: S. McDonald, J. ... Social Science curriculum is a mixture of courses and interdisciplinary studies. ... themselves for training in a variety of elds. TRANSFER MAJOR REQUIREMENTS in ...

250 SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG Sociology LIBERAL ARTS DEAN: Bill M. ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: R. Alman LIAISON ... disciplined quest for the understanding of human behavior particularly in urban, ... society. Through a systematic analysis of society, its groups, institu tions and ... in sociological concepts, with the goal of having students acquire the perspective ... a counselor and the appropriate college catalog for other transfer requirements. ... Catalogs of California and out-ofstate colleges are located in the Library and ... introduction to sociological analysis of social behavior through concepts which ... Transfer: CSU/UC Advisory: Completion of Soc. 1 recommended Hours: 3 lecture A ... sociological approach to the study of major American social problems. ...

SIERRA COLLEGE CATALOG 251 Spanish LIBERAL ARTS DEAN: Bill M ... ASSOCIATE DEAN: Debra Sutphen DIVISION OFFICE: W 107 FACULTY: B. Gudz LIAISON ... it desirable that a greater number of Americans than ever before have a ... knowledge of foreign languages and cultures. A ... language background should be of intrinsic value. The acquisition of ... com munication skills in the study of a modern foreign language is the ... log for other transfer requirements. Catalogs of California and out-of-state colleges ... Introduction to the structural elements of the language. Students will apply ... principles of phonetics, morphology, and syntax to ... : CSU/UC Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish 10A and 10B, or Span ish 1, or ... two years of high school Spanish Hours: 5 (4 lecture ... , 1 laboratory) Continuation of Spanish 1. Study and practice in speak ...