A multicultural, working people's history of the early United States. Native Americans,
Africans and Europeans. Latinos and Asians. Farmers, shoemakers, and slaves.
Revolution and expansion. Abolishing slavery, establishing workers' and women's rights.
Cooperative communities and unions. The Civil War and Emancipation. American ideals
and American realities.
Instruction in core concepts required for certification as health unit coordinator. Health care environments, roles and responsibilities of unit coordinator, ethical issues; medical terminology; communication systems; medical transcription; patient medical record maintenance; processing orders, and professional communications within the health unit.
A supervised, unpaid experience in developing a professional relationship with patients and health professionals in physicians' offices, outpatient clinics, and health centers focusing on professional attitudes and work-related entry-level competencies. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of unpaid or paid work.
This class covers the requirements to complete the professional practice in a medical office, outpatient clinic, or health center, including various clinical and administrative skills, preparation for taking certification exams, and resume, job search, and interviewing techniques.
A survey of the world's major geographic regions through their physical, cultural, demographic, political, and economic characteristics. This course emphasizes geographic factors related to demographic, environmental, and political transformations.
Fashion writing for both print and social media platforms as it pertains to fashion journalism and public relations. Topics include how to write trend reports, press releases, runway critiques, evaluating fashion blogs, and creating a strong fashion presence on social media.
A survey of contemporary queer literature, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender authors, characters, and experiences. Focus is on examples from the 20th and 21st centuries that present material relevant to present-day experiences.
Introductory course on internet and email. Topics include business email, browser features, navigating the web, cloud computing services, and web research skills.
Computer literacy course using Apple computers. Prepares students to use computers to write papers, organize information and use email. Overview of computer components including hardware, software and data. Fundamentals of Finder and applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, email, and the Internet. Students use Apple computers to complete class assignments.
Principles of food-borne illness etiology and transmission; food-borne agents resulting in food spoilage, infections, and poisonings; sanitary, preventive, and managerial practices mandated by public health laws for food service personnel and health inspectors to ensure food safety. Use of fermentation microorganisms in food preparation.