101 Introduction To Science, Engineering And Technology (2) UC:CSU
Lecture 2 hours.
This course provides an introduction to the engineering profession and its differ- ent fields, and an understanding of engineering processes and tools including experimentation, data analysis, and computer and communication skills. Emphasis is given to technical communications, ethical considerations, and engi- neering design and analysis skills. Students are introduced to computer systems used in engineering practice such as spreadsheets, computer-aided design, and computational software.
131 Statics (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: Physics 101 Corequisite: Mathematics 262
This is a first course in engineering mechanics. The course covers two and three dimensional analysis of force systems on particles and rigid bodies in equilibrium. Topics also include static analysis of trusses, beams, and cables; determination of center of gravity, centroids, friction, and moments of inertia of area and mass.
Engineering Graphics & Design
Technology
101 Engineering Graphics (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 110.
Formerly Industrial Technology 110 Engineering Graphics.
This introductory course covers the fundamentals of technical drawing and an introduction to computer-aided design (CAD) with a focus on mechanical appli- cations. Topics include the development of visualization and technical sketching skills in conjunction with orthographic projections; dimensioning and tolerancing practices, including an introduction to geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T); and descriptive geometry with applications to engineering. Lab work includes hand sketching and the use of two- and three-dimensional CAD systems. Students use one or more CAD software packages to draft and model various objects. The use of CAD software is an integral part of the course.
111 2-D Computer-Aided Drafting with AutoCAD (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 110 or equivalent skill level demonstrated through
the mathematics placement process.
Advisory: Industrial Technology 110 or Engineering Graphics & Design
Technology 101.
This course teaches the fundamentals of 2D computer-aided design and drafting. Students will utilize CAD software such as AutoCAD to create and modify two-dimensional drawings, with a focus on mechanical parts. Students will learn and apply intermediate CAD skills in drawing, plotting, and dimensioning and tolerancing in accordance with industry standards. The course assumes the stu- dent has some prior knowledge of technical drawings, either by taking EGD TEK 101 or an equivalent Engineering Graphics course, or through relevant industry experience.
131 CAD-Advanced Applications 3-D (1) CSU
Laboratory 3 hours.
Prerequisite: Engineering Graphics & Design 101.
Corequisite: Engineering Graphics & Design 111 or 210 or 310.
This laboratory class is designed for students who need additional experience using 2-D and/or 3-D CAD software. Students will explore advanced comput- er-aided design and drafting techniques in various applications related to mechani- cal design and manufacturing. Students must have some prior experience with CAD software and an understanding of engineering drawings, and may be taking a CAD course concurrently. Specific course content will vary by student. 210 3-D Computer-Aided Design (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 5 hours.
Prerequisite: Mathematics 110.
Advisory: Industrial Technology 110 or Engineering Graphics & Design 101.
This course teaches the fundamentals of 3D solid modeling. The topics include sketching, part modeling, assembly modeling, and engineering drawing creation using 3D parametric modeling software. The course assumes the student has prior knowledge of technical drawings, either by taking EGD TEK 101 or an equivalent Engineering Graphics course, or through relevant industry experience. 310 Engineering Design (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 2 hour. Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Industrial Technology 210 or Engineering Graphics & Design 210.
This course provides an introduction to mechanical design for drafters, designers, and engineers. Topics include the design process and methodologies, documenta- tion practices, material selection, manufacturing processes, and technical commu- nication. The use of 3D CAD software and a design project are integral to the course.
English
ENGLISH PLACEMENT PROCESS
The results of the English Placement Process must be on file at the Assessment Center in order to enroll in English 21, 28 or 101 and above, English 82, or 84-87. All students planning to enroll in an English course for the first time are expected to complete the English Placement Process at the Pierce College Assessment Center. Contact the Assessment Center at (818) 719-6499 for an appointment and sample test information. Placement results or prerequisite courses taken at other colleges may be presented to the Assessment Center to be substituted for the Pierce English Placement test.
Placement recommendations made through the English Placement Process are intended to assist students enrolling in classes where they are most likely to succeed. Upon completing the process, students are informed of their placement and given their authorization to enroll.
21 English Fundamentals (3) (NDA)
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 20 or English 87 or Learning Skills 2 with a grade of “C”
or better, or appropriate skill level demonstrated through the English placement process.
English 21 is designed to improve the writing of sentences, paragraphs, and short essays. It covers punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure and develops the ability to read analytically and think logically. Other objectives are to assist stu- dents to write effectively, to introduce a variety of literary types and to encourage more careful reading at a level that challenges their present understanding.
28 Intermediate Reading and Composition (3)
Lecture 3 hours.
Satisfies reading and composition competency requirements for AA degree.
Prerequisite: English 21 with a grade of “C” or better; or appropriate skill level
demonstrated through the English placement process.
English 28 introduces the student to the elements of composition and critical reading and is designed to assist the student to make a successful transition to English 101. The course emphasizes grammar, sentence structure, paragraph and essay writing.
32 College Literary Magazine Editing (2)
Lecture 2 hours.
This course studies the ways to process poetry and prose submitted to the editor of the literary magazine (Direction), including critical evaluation of short stories and poetry, rewriting, editing, and copy reading. In addition, it includes print shop experience doing make up and proof reading, study and evaluation of other col- lege literary magazines, and training in magazine promotion and sales. 60 Publications Laboratory (1) (NDA)
Laboratory 2 hours.
An independent workshop for the writing and/or editing of poetry, short fiction, drama, and essays intended for publication in the college literary magazine. 79 Beginning College English as a Second Language (6) (NDA)
Lecture 6 hours.
This course requires appropriate skill levels demonstrated through the ESL place- ment process. This an integrated skills course intended for students whose native language is not English. It introduces basic English grammar, basic sentence struc- ture, vocabulary, beginning reading for comprehension, guided writing, and oral communication.
82 Introduction to College English as a Second Language (5) (NDA)
Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: English 79 with a grade of “C” or better, or appropriate skill level
demonstrated through the ESL placement process.
This course requires appropriate skill levels demonstrated through the ESL place- ment process. This course is an integrated skills course intended for students whose native language is not English. Introduces basic English grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, beginning reading for comprehension, guided writing, and oral communication. It also builds on the skills acquired in ESL 79.
84 College English as a Second Language I (5) (NDA)
Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: Appropriate skill level demonstrated through the ESL placement
process, or English 82 with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is specifically for students whose first language is not English. It intro- duces students to basic sentence patterns, simple grammar and vocabulary, read- ing comprehension, guided writing, and oral communication.
85 College English as a Second Language II (5) CSU
Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: Appropriate skill level demonstrated through the ESL placement
process, or English 84 with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is specifically for students whose first language is not English. It con- tinues to work on the fundamentals of English as a second language. It places emphasis on writing, syntax and reading.
86 College English as a Second Language III (5) UC:CSU
Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: Appropriate skill level demonstrated through the ESL placement
process, or English 85 with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is specifically for students whose first language is not English. It con- tinues to work on the fundamentals of English as a second language. It places emphasis on writing, syntax and reading.
87 Advanced ESL: Reading and Vocabulary (3) CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: Appropriate skill level demonstrated through the ESL placement
process, or English 86 with grade of “C” or better.
This is a reading and writing skills course designed for advanced ESL students. It includes reading and writing for comprehension, and exercises in critical reading and writing.
101 College Reading and Composition I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 28 with a “C” or better, or appropriate skill level
demonstrated through the English placement process.
Students gain proficiency in reading and writing through application of the princi- ples of rhetoric and the techniques of critical thinking. Prerequisite is an under- standing of the elements of grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. Formal research paper required. Required for English majors.
(CSU GE Area A2 • IGETC Area 1A)
102 College Reading and Composition II (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
Students study literature and literary criticism in order to develop critical think- ing, reading and writing skills beyond the level achieved in English 101, emphasiz- ing logical reasoning, analysis, and strategies of argumentation.
(CSU GE Area A3 or C2 • IGETC Area 1B)
103 Composition and Critical Thinking (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
One of two critical thinking courses offered by the English department. Develops critical thinking and writing skills beyond the level achieved in English 101 and emphasizes logical reasoning, analysis, and strategies of argumentation using expository prose as subject matter. Designed to improve critical thinking in writ- ten arguments by applying established modes of reasoning, analyzing rhetorical strategies, evaluating logical fallacies, and detecting propaganda techniques. (CSU GE Area A3 • IGETC Area 1B)
127 Creative Writing (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
This course presents a workshop in creative writing. Class and instructor informal- ly discuss and criticize students’ plays, poems, short stories, and essays. Encourages student participation in campus literary publication.
(CSU GE Area C2)
203 World Literature I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
This course explores the works of great writers of the world from ancient times through the Renaissance.
204 World Literature II (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
Continues the study of English 203, presenting great books of the world from the Renaissance to recent times. English 203 is not a prerequisite.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 205 English Literature I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Surveys English literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the 18th centu- ry. Required for English majors.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 206 English Literature II (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
This course continues the study of English 205, covering English literature, poetry, and fiction from the 18th century to the 20th century. Major authors and cultural context are discussed. English 205 is not a prerequisite. Required for
English majors.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 207 American Literature I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
Surveys American literature from 1608 to the Civil War, emphasizing major writ- ers and works.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 208 American Literature II (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
Continues the study of English 207, covering American literature from 1860 to the 20th century. English 207 is not a prerequisite.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B)
210 The Twentieth Century Novel (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Studies significant novels of the twentieth century. Works discussed include land- mark American, British, and European novels. Explores the evolution of the novel in and the primary themes of the twentieth century.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 211 Fiction (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
This course emphasizes selected great novels and short stories from French, German, Russian, English, American, and Spanish literature.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B)
214 Contemporary Literature (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102
recommended but not required.
Concentrates on significant literature since 1920, primarily American and British. Includes lectures and discussions, oral and written reports. Emphasis is placed upon critical analysis of short story, novel, drama, and poetry.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 215 Shakespeare I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
Students are introduced to the life and works of William Shakespeare, with emphasis on Shakespeare’s milieu. Emphasizes detailed study of several history plays, and earlier comedies.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 216 Shakespeare II (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
May be taken before English 215.
This course introduces the life and works of William Shakespeare, with emphasis on Shakespeare’s milieu. It emphasizes detailed study of Shakespeare’s later dra- matic plays, especially the major tragedies.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 218 Children’s Literature (3) CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
In this course, students study a selection of classic and contemporary literature suitable for children of many age levels, preschool through high school (and beyond), new readers and English language learners. Emphasis will be placed on storytelling, acquaintance with authors, and the development in children of desir- able attitudes toward literature. Recommended for prospective nursery, kinder- garten, elementary, and secondary teachers, parents of developing readers, literacy providers, literature consultants, librarians, and anyone who wants a foundation in what’s great about English language literature or who wants to know how to select wonderful books for readers of all ages.
219 The Literature of American Ethnic Groups (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
A survey of the literature of American ethnic writers: stories, novels, plays, poems, essays, and other non-fiction prose works. Works are examined in the context of traditional and contemporary problems of American ethnic groups, each of which offers a unique contribution to American society.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 239 Women in Literature (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
This class focuses on major writings by women from ancient times to the present. The course considers the reflection of women’s changing status as seen by women writers.
240 Literature and the Motion Picture I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
This course examines the comparative arts of literature and the motion picture. Includes readings of literary works, both classic and modern, screenings of film versions based upon these literary sources, discussion, and writing of critical papers.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 250 Mythology and Literature (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
This class introduces the mythology of Western and Near-Eastern civilizations, broadened to include such other elements of folk tale as marches, fairy tale, leg- end, etiological tale, fable, myth, and motif.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B)
252 The English Bible as Literature (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended.
A study of the Bible with the Oxford Annotated Revised Standard Version with the Apocrypha as the basic text.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 270 Science Fiction - Fantasy (3) UC:CSU
(J.R.R. Tolkien, etc.) Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better. Advisory: English 102 recommended but not required.
Presents science fiction as literature, with emphasis on the use of mythology; sci- ence fiction by scientists and nonscientists, political and philosophical oriented science fiction, and science fiction as fantasy and escape literature.
(CSU GE Area C2 • IGETC Area 3B) 185 Directed Study - English (1) CSU 285 Directed Study - English (2) CSU 385 Directed Study - English (3) CSU
Conference 1 hour per unit.
This course allows students to pursue Directed Study in English on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising instructor.
UC Credit Limit: Any or all of these courses combined: maximum credit, 8 units.