This survey course explores the principles of biology using humans as examples. It includes introductions to the scientific method, cell biology, heredity, evolution, human ecology, behavior, and the major concepts of structure, function and pathology of most organ systems. The course may serve as an introduction to the future study of biology, including anatomy and physiology, or stand by itself as a non-lab life science course for general education students.
- Skills Advisory: ENGL 21B
- 5B: Biological Science
- B2 - Life Science
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- Area I: Natural Science
This survey course covers ecological principles including ecosystem structure and function, population dynamics and the interdependence of living organisms. Current environmental issues and controversies such as global warming, biodiversity and species extinction, habitat destruction, food and energy resources and pollution will be explored. Strategies for sustainable living will be emphasized.
- Skills Advisory: ENGL 1
- 5B: Biological Science
- B2 - Life Science
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- Area I: Natural Science
- Area V: Global Citizenship
This course provides students with the fundamental tools to make informed decisions that impact their short and intermediate-term finances. Topics covered include money management and the decision processes and behaviors underlying spending, saving, and borrowing.
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This course introduces F-1 visa students to Practical Training and transfer options. Course will include details of the requirements for Curricular and Optional Practical Training and the transfer process to four-year institutions for F-1 students. Career and job search strategies are also included.
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This class is designed for students who are either undecided about their educational or career goals, validating their decisions, or seeking to transition into a new career. Students are guided through a process that focuses on their individual interests, skills, personality and values to aid in the selection of a major, determine a career direction and develop career goals. Students will relate their self-assessment information to possible college major and career choices. Decision-making models and goal setting techniques are examined and will be used to develop short and long term education and career plans.
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This course provides an exploration of intellectual, psychological, social and physical factors that impact lifelong learning, well-being and success. Topics include motivation and self-efficacy; critical thinking, academic integrity and active study strategies; health issues and lifestyle choices; relating to others as a global citizen; written and oral communication; time management; career exploration; and educational planning.
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This course provides students with the fundamental tools to make informed decisions that impact their short and intermediate-term finances. Topics covered include money management and the decision processes and behaviors underlying spending, saving, and borrowing.
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This course introduces students to the movement, music, and costumes of Middle Eastern/North African Dance. In this course students will examine historic culture and modern developments in this dance genre. Students will study the origins of Middle Eastern/North African dance techniques, rhythms, and terminology.
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This advanced writing course is intended especially for English majors and other students desiring to develop rhetorical skills beyond those practiced in English 1. It stresses critical analysis and argument, and focuses on style in effectively communicating with various audiences.
- Prerequisite: ENGL 1
- A3 - Critical Thinking
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
- Area III: Humanities
This course is designed to explore and develop approaches to, and perspectives of, healthful living. Topics include but are not limited to: dimensions of wellness, stress management, nutrition, physical activity and exercise, behavioral health, aging, and strategies for establishing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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This course is designed for the physically disabled student that wishes to participate in a physical exercise program designed to meet individual goals. Students enrolling in this class should be part of the DSPS program.
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This is an introductory course designed to acquaint students with the benefits of physical activity in their lives. The course will empower students to create individual exercise programs after a survey of activity modules. This course requires both lecture and lab/activity weekly.
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This course examines the connection between the mental and physical aspects of competition and ways to enhance or improve performance. Psychological practices such as: stress reduction, goal-oriented imagery and positive visualization will be implemented with physical training methods to improve overall performance.
- Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1
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This course covers the basic skills in playing badminton, including the rules and techniques of the basic skills: serving, underhand and overhand strokes.
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This course continues with drills for the basic skills in playing badminton and introduces the doubles game. Doubles strategies and drills designed to improve placement and consistency are covered.
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This course covers advanced techniques and skills of badminton, including the rules and strategies for competitive play.
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This course is designed to provide an opportunity to experience a competitive situation similar to intercollegiate competition.
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This is an activity course designed to introduce the student to basketball skills and rules.
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This course is designed to introduce the student to the strategies of team defensive basketball. Topics include the skills required to play defense, drills to improve on those skills, development of defensive strategies and drills to improve in the execution of those strategies.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 9A
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This is an activity course designed with an emphasis on high level competition among students with previous experience. The course stresses advanced fundamentals and strategies.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 9B
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This is an activity course designed with an emphasis on high level competition among students with previous experience. The course stresses advanced fundamentals and strategies.
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This is a physical fitness course designed to develop and encourage positive attitudes and habits in a personalized exercise program. This program is designed to work both cardiovascular and muscle endurance components of fitness. The primary training activity is aerobic weight training circuits utilizing a sequence of weight lifting machines and cardiovascular exercise, organized into an "Aerobic Super Circuit". The aerobic super circuit combines low intensity, high repetition weight training with aerobic training (treadmills, steppers, bikes, etc.). Basics of training and flexibility are also covered.
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This course is designed for students seeking high intensity training and conditioning. This class will emphasize development and improvement of an advanced fitness/cardiovascular levels. Course content will include anatomy, nutrition, biomechanics, and improvement through participation and assessment.
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As a beginning level weight training course, it covers all of the fundamentals of lifting and safety as well as core training. Students are required to do an assigned program for half of the required hours and design their own program for the other half of the required hours.
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This course further develops students' knowledge of weight training and conditioning at an advanced level. Students learn advanced concepts in strength training and muscle development. Students are introduced to advanced free weight exercises.
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This course is a strength laboratory experience designed to assist advanced students in refining their individualized weight training program.
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The course is designed for students interested in learning how to perform Olympic-style weightlifting. Students learn the technical execution of the snatch, clean, and jerk. This course is not recommended for beginners; previous experience in weight training is important for success in this course.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 11B or
- Skills Advisory: previous experience in weightlifting
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Spinning is a form of high intensity cardiovascular exercise that involves using a stationary exercise bike in a classroom setting. The benefits of this type of indoor cycling are cardiovascular health while doing low impact exercise, burning calories and overall conditioning for the legs and core. Spinning is a combination of athletic racing, strength training, rhythmic movements and visualization. This course is appropriate for most levels of fitness as students adjust the resistance of their bikes as appropriate.
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This course is designed to teach proper running biomechanics, stretching and other basic injury prevention techniques, and the rules and scoring for cross country races. The course will also help students develop the cardiovascular endurance necessary for distance running
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This course is designed to develop the mental and physical techniques necessary for distance running. Topics include aerobic and anaerobic training, physiological mechanics, as well as mental competitive strategies as they relate to distance running.
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This course is designed for students to take the knowledge gained in the intermediate course and learn to prepare their own training regimen for a competitive cross country season. The class will also focus on the psychological aspects and physiological effects of competitive endurance running.
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This course is designed to develop the mental and physical techniques necessary for utilizing and maintaining a bike for cardio endurance, fitness and recreation.
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This course is an indoor rock climbing class that offers instruction and practice in the skills of rock climbing. Basic safety skills, belaying, and climbing techniques will be taught.
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This course is designed to further introduce the student to the sport of Rock Climbing through three different variations of the sport. Students will learn and practice Bouldering, Top Rope, and Lead climbing at an indoor rock climbing facility.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 16A
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This course will combine basic exercises and techniques from boxing and kickboxing to promote a fun and effective aerobic workout. Instruction will include boxing to music. These exercises will improve cardiovascular endurance, strength development, and flexibility for lifetime fitness.
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This course is designed to develop the mental and physical techniques necessary for fitness walking. Students will learn about gait, balance, motor control, core strength, stretching, endurance training and more.
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Traditional strength exercises and weights are used to improve muscle strength and endurance. Students will learn basic principles of anaerobic training and concepts applicable for lifetime health and fitness.
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Exercise to music using step risers. Students will learn basics of fitness, exercise and aerobic conditioning.
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Traditional and aerobic exercises are used to develop the body while concentrating on specific body areas.
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This course will implement exercises in the pool using water for resistance to achieve physical fitness.
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This course covers rules, strategies, and skills necessary to successfully participate in touch football as a leisure time activity.
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This course is a continuation of beginning touch football concentrating on position skills and strategies.
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This course is designed to teach basic fundamentals, rules, and etiquette of golf.
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This course is a continuation of the basic skills of golf, especially in the area of short game, long irons, and woods.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 25A
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This course provides an emphasis on playing rounds at local golf courses, types of competition, and "where-to-go" "and what-to-do" of golf.
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This course is designed to help students improve their golf skills so they can compete at the tournament level. The course will include improving students' knowledge of rules, swing techniques, and course playing strategies.
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This course is designed to introduce the student to Pilates’ mat technique of exercise. Pilates is a unique method of body control and conditioning. It consists of stretching and strengthening the muscles, while improving flexibility and balance.
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This course is an intermediate level Pilates class, building on the Basic/Essential Pilates level and applying the principles to an intermediate Matwork class. Students will be introduced to more challenging variations of the 30 Basic Exercises and new intermediate exercises
This course is an advanced level Pilates class. Students will build on the intermediate level exercises and move into the full Pilates Advanced Repertoire.
This course is designed as an introduction to traditional karate. The program focuses on the cultural and self-defense aspects of the art as it was originally taught. The style is fluid, mobile, and emphasizes grabbing, striking, and kicking. Students work on conditioning, partner work, solo forms (kata), and learning the traditions and etiquette of the martial art.
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This is an intermediate level course in traditional karate. Multi-step techniques, movement fluidity, and controlled one-on-one combat scenarios are emphasized. Power generation through breathing techniques and meditation is introduced at this level. Students learn traditional kata forms of "Seisan" and "Ananku". In additional to the Okinawan history of karate, global scale history of the martial arts is discussed.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 34A
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This is an advanced intermediate level course in traditional karate. Advanced techniques and movements not covered in the beginning and intermediate classes are introduced. Power generation through breathing techniques, whole body movement fluidity, and meditation is emphasized at a more advanced level than KIN PE 34B. Students learn advanced timing for traditional kata forms of "Seisan" and "Ananku", and some students are introduced to the kata "Wansu". Specific history associated with students' direct Okinawan karate lineage is discussed.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 34B
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This is an advanced level course in traditional karate. Techniques and movement introduced in previous courses are further refined and effective self-defense application of these techniques are studied. Personalized kata training and interpretation is emphasized and may involve study of forms including, but not limited to, "Passai", "Gojushiho", "Chinto", and/or "Kusanku". Meditation training and research into various lineages of the martial arts are required.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 34C
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This course is designed as an introduction to traditional Wushu Taolu. The class focuses on the form's basic movements (stances, kicks, punches, balances and sweeps) based on aggregate categories of traditional Chinese martial arts styles. Students will work on conditioning, solo forms (routines) and learning traditions and etiquette of the martial art. This course emphasizes techniques and does not involve physical contact.
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This is an intermediate level course in traditional Wushu Taolu. Multi-step techniques and jumps are emphasized. Students will learn the traditional Wushu routine (20 forms). Students will work on physical conditioning for Wushu, solo forms (routines), and learn the traditions, etiquette, and history of the martial art.
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This course provides knowledge of the laws relating to self-defense, basics of anatomy as applied to defense techniques, and physical techniques that are effective in self-defense. It also looks at violence in everyday life and how healthy masculinity can address the prevalence of violence, anger management, self-control, and bullying.
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This course provides knowledge of the laws relating to self-defense, basics of anatomy as applied to defense techniques and physical techniques that are effective in self-defense.
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This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of soccer and the rules of the game. Students will participate in soccer drills/activities to learn and improve their skills, with an emphasis on the technical side of the game.
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This course is designed to build on the skills developed in beginning soccer. It will review and improve the basic skills of the sport as well as introduce more technical skills and intricacies of the game. Students will participate in soccer drilling, training and play with an emphasis on the technical side of the game.
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This course is a continuation of the introductory soccer course with an emphasis placed on advanced technical skills and an introduction to team tactics and systems of play.
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This course offers competitive soccer for the most advanced students. Students will be able to improve their technical skills as well as improve their team play. Classes will be run similar to team practices with physical training and competitive drilling and play.
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This course is designed for individuals who have not played organized softball. Basics of throwing, fielding, hitting, and base running are covered.
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This course is designed to build on skills developed in beginning softball. It will review catching, throwing and hitting as well as introduce basic strategies and intricacies of the sport. Drilling with an emphasis on the technical side of the sport will be emphasized.
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This course is designed for individuals with above average skills. Activities are centered around skills learned in Physical Education 45A game situations.
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This course is for experienced fastpitch softball players. Emphasis will be on individual positions, team play/strategies and situational plays and motor development for the advanced player to prepare for competitive play.
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This course is designed to develop the performance-level cheerleading skills and routines. The course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in cheerleading. The improvement of cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility will be necessary for the high performance of cheerleading. Performance, safety, and cooperation will be emphasized in the course. Students will perform at selected athletic events as a team.
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This course is for students with limited or no experience in swimming.
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This course is designed for second level swimmers. Concentration is on stroke instruction and conditioning. Swimmers must be able to complete 25 yards of freestyle with side breathing in deep water.
- Prerequisite: KIN PE 48A
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This course provides instruction and practice in all swimming strokes and competition. Emphasis is placed on performance and conditioning.
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This course provides advanced instruction and practice in swimming strokes and competition. Emphasis is placed on performance and conditioning.
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This course provides advanced instruction and practice in the mastery of a variety of intricate diving techniques.
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This course covers the basic skills needed to skin dive safely. Emphasis is also placed on conditioning and strokes.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 48C
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This course offers instruction and practice in the skills of Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA). The instruction will include open water diving, pool dives and using the no-decompression dive tables. Successful completion of course requirements leads to Los Angeles County Basic SCUBA and NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors) Certificates.
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This course is an introduction to the aquatic sport of water polo, and provides instruction in the basic skills and conditioning.
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This course is designed to build on the skills developed in beginning water polo. Students will receive instruction and participate in activities that will review and use basic skills of the sport as well as introduce more technical skills and intricacies of the game.
- Skills Advisory: This course is taught in deep water. Students should feel comfortable swimming and treading water.
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This course develops advanced skills and covers strategies of the game of water polo with an emphasis on competitive situations.
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This course offers competitive water polo for the most advanced students. Students will improve technical skills as well as improve their team play. Classes will be structured similar to team practices with physical conditioning, competitive drilling and game play.
- Skills Advisory: This class will be taught in deep water. Students should be proficient and competent swimmers.
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This class is designed to cover the fundamentals of various techniques for surfing. Emphasis is placed on water safety, skill proficiency, and conditioning for surfing.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 48C
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This class is designed to cover various intermediate techniques of surfing. Emphasis is placed on water safety, skill in various conditions and physical conditioning for surfing.
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Pickleball is a paddle sport (like a racquet sport) that combines the elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two or four players use solid paddles made of wood or composite material to hit a Wiffle ball over a net. In this course students will learn the rules of play, etiquette and basic fundamental skills including: volleying, serving and basic ground strokes.
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This course continues with drills for the basic skills of Pickleball and introduces more advanced strokes: lob and overhand smash. Students will also develop game strategies for singles and doubles play.
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This class will cover all the basic strokes used in competitive table tennis. Students will learn basic techniques of the fundamental skills of the sport. Instruction includes rules, scoring and game etiquette.
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This course is designed to teach the intermediate strokes used in competitive table tennis. Conditioning and intermediate level drills designed to improve placement and consistency, will be emphaisized. Students enrolling in this course should have previous table tennis experience.
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Techniques and drills in fundamental skills, forehand and serve are introduced. Instruction includes rules, scoring, and court etiquette that prepares student for limited play.
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This course continues with drills in basic skills and introduces more advanced strokes, lob, volley, and overhead smash. Game strategies for singles and doubles play are developed.
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Conditioning and advanced drills designed to improve placement and consistency during match play are offered. Students must have some tennis experience to enroll in this course.
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This course is designed to improve play for competition in singles and doubles contests outside of school. Students must have experience playing the sport.
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Students will learn the fundamentals of sprinting, hurdling and some long distance races. The shot put and jump will also be covered. Students will be presented with a history of the sport and the rules of competition.
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This course is designed for students with prior experience in the sport of track and field. Students will learn about middle distance and long distance events as well as the discus and high jump. Students will continue to work on running mechanics and learn about planning and organizing workouts.
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This course is designed for students with prior experience in the sport of track and field. Students will learn about the javelin and triple jump as well as hurdles in events over 100 meters. Students will study body mechanics for running.
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This course is designed for students with prior competitive experience in track and field. Students will learn about the pole vault, race strategies for distance events and use of the starting blocks. Students will have the opportunity to specialize in specific events.
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This course covers the basic skills for playing volleyball as well as the rules and etiquette for indoor volleyball.
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This course covers techniques and strategies in playing six-person, four-person and two-person volleyball. The continuing development of high level skills is emphasized.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 57A
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This course covers advanced techniques and strategies of the game in a competitive class situation. The continuing development of high level skills is emphasized.
- Skills Advisory: KIN PE 57B
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Basic yoga positions and exercises, control breathing, relaxation, meditation techniques, and stretching postures are addressed in the class.
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Exposure to intermediate and advanced postures, relaxation, meditation, pranayama and concentration exercises are covered in the class.
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This is an in-depth yoga course for the advanced student who has previous yoga experience resulting in knowledge of 25 basic poses. Deeper and expanded study of the standing poses and basic posture, shoulder hand variations, and back bends.
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This course covers basic techniques and strategies in playing beach volleyball. The beginning fundamentals, rules and etiquette are emphasized.
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This course covers techniques and strategies in playing power beach volleyball at the four and two-person levels. The continuing development of high level skills is emphasized.
- Prerequisite: KIN PE 59A
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This course covers advanced techniques and strategies of beach volleyball in a competitive class situation. The continuing developments of high leveled skills are emphasized.
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Human nutrition, integrating anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and psychology, is studied in relation to wellness and degenerative disease prevention. Scientific information and principles provide the foundation for evaluating current concepts in nutrition for practical application in daily living.
- Skills Advisory: ENGL 21B
- B2 - Life Science
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
- Area I: Natural Science
This course is an introduction to the science and practice of psychology. It provides students with an overview of the core areas of the field and an introduction to the various ways in which psychologists conduct research as well as well-known theories and classic psychological studies. Course content includes biopsychology; states of consciousness; human development; learning and memory; intelligence; social and environmental influence; theories of personality; and psychological disorders.
- Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1
- 4I: Psychology
- D9 - Psychology
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
- Area II-B: Social Science (Group B)
This course provides an introduction to personality psychology. Topics covered include the utility of personality in predicting behavior, the influences of personality, the major theories of personality development and dynamics, and the application of personality theory to health, psychopathology, and treatment. Assessment of personality will also be discussed. The course will use a lecture, discussion, and demonstration format.
- Skills Advisory: PSYCH 1
- 4I: Psychology
- D9 - Psychology
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
- Area II-B: Social Science (Group B)
This course emphasizes the study of psychological processes involved with the construction of communication including perception, motivation, learning, and emotion. The course will cover issues involved in giving, receiving, and interpreting verbal and non-verbal behavior in a variety of interpersonal situations. Attention will be given to the intersection of gender, culture, and social identities and how these factors shape how we communicate with ourselves, with other individuals, and via mass communication and technology. Experiential exercises, including role-playing and small group interactions, provide opportunities to increase awareness of personal communication styles and to develop more effective communication skills including active listening, conflict resolution, and assertive language.
- Skills Advisory: PSYCH 5
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
- Area II-B: Social Science (Group B)
This course provides insight into and preparation for establishing relationships as the basis for a successful and fulfilling individual, marital and family life. Included are values clarification, communication techniques, current views of male and female roles in society, mate selection, sexual involvement and adjustment, family planning, and child rearing. Special emphasis is placed on the need for compromise and adjustment in a marriage and family unit in our rapidly changing society. This course will use lecture, discussion, and experiential formats in exploration of these topics.
- Skills Advisory: PSYCH 1
- 4I: Psychology
- D9 - Psychology
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- Area II-B: Social Science (Group B)
This course will examine the major developmental milestones for children, both typically and atypically developing, from conception through adolescence in the areas of physical, psychosocial, and cognitive development. Emphasis will be on interactions between maturational and environmental factors within a culturally sensitive framework. While studying developmental theory and investigative research methodologies, students will observe children, evaluate individual differences and analyze characteristics of development at various stages.
- Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1
- 4I: Psychology
- D9 - Psychology
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- Area II-B: Social Science (Group B)
This course considers individual human behavior in relation to the social environment. The power of the situation, other individuals, and the social group will be examined. Emphasized topics include: aggression, prejudice and stereotypes, interpersonal attraction, attitudes and attitude change, conformity, group phenomena, gender roles, cultural norms, person perception, and social cognition.
- Skills Advisory: PSYCH 1
- 4I: Psychology
- D9 - Psychology
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- Area II-B: Social Science (Group B)
From a psychological perspective, this course traces physical, emotional, social and intellectual development throughout the lifespan from conception through aging and dying. Special attention is paid to the interaction of biological, environmental, and psychological factors on development. The way familial, cultural and socioeconomic influences impact the individual will receive special emphasis. Theories and research regarding physical, cognitive, personality, and social development are used as a foundation to understand lifespan issues, developmental problems, and practical implications at each stage of development.
- Skills Advisory: PSYCH 1
- 4I: Psychology
- D9 - Psychology
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
- Area II-B: Social Science (Group B)
This study of sexual behavior begins with anatomy and physiology, reproduction and other biological topics. Pre- and post-natal development, gender differentiation and psychosexual development are discussed to provide the background for considering the diversity of adult sexuality. In regularly scheduled small group meetings, the student is given an opportunity to explore and compare his or her own psychological and behavioral dynamics with the different values, beliefs, and practices of other individuals and other cultures.
- Skills Advisory: PSYCH 1
- 4I: Psychology
- D9 - Psychology
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- Area II-B: Social Science (Group B)
This basketball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate basketball. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This varsity basketball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in women's intercollegiate basketball. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This basketball course is intended for high-level skill development for the intercollegiate basketball team in the off-season. The course stresses advanced basketball skill development tailored for the upcoming intercollegiate basketball competition season. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club, high school, or a college team is preferred.
Students will be instructed in sport specific strength and conditioning protocols geared towards maintaining physical athletic qualities such muscular strength and power. There will also be an emphasis on recovery techniques. This in-season physical preparation course is recommended for those students participating on the intercollegiate varsity team.
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Students will be instructed in sport specific strength and conditioning protocols related to improving muscular strength, power, agility, and speed. This off-season physical preparation course is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team.
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This course covers sport specific strength and conditioning protocols related to improving conditioning, muscular strength, power, agility, and speed. This physical preparation course is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team.
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This course is specifically intended to develop sprinting, change of direction, and agility technical skills to enhance on-field athletic development. This physical preparation course is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team.
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This cross country course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate cross country. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This cross country course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate cross country. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This course is designed with an emphasis on a high level of competition among students with previous experience in competitive football. The course stresses the development of advanced skills and strategies for competitive intercollegiate football.
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The varsity football course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate football. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and conference games as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This varsity soccer course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate soccer. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This varsity soccer course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate soccer. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This varsity softball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate softball. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This varsity swimming and diving course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate swimming and diving. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This varsity swimming and diving course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate swimming and diving. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This varsity water polo course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in men's intercollegiate water polo. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This varsity water polo course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in women's intercollegiate water polo. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This varsity tennis course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate tennis. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This varsity track and field course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate track and field. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This varsity track and field course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in women's intercollegiate track and field. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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This varsity volleyball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in men's intercollegiate volleyball. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
- E - Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
This varsity volleyball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in women's intercollegiate volleyball. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Students must be enrolled in 12 units. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.
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The varsity beach volleyball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate athletics. The course is to be arranged in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This course is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed. NOTE: Must be enrolled in 12 units, including this course.
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This conditioning course provides a consistent laboratory for sport specific training and conditioning related to intercollegiate athletics participation. Emphasis is on individual and team activities that contribute to advancement in their designated sport.
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