Beginning 2023 Summer Term, plan and register for one of our new course offerings!
ABE 021 Beg Oral Comm ABE Lan Learn (.5-6)(.5,0)
(.5-6, 0) This course is for non-native speakers of English who are enrolled in an ABE for ELL class but would like more support and practice in developing their listening and speaking skills. Students will participate actively in classroom activities to improve listening comprehension, oral communication skills, and pronunciation. Students will learn how to communicate every day needs while learning new vocabulary and phrases. Repeatable to 24 credits. (1.7) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $0 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Must be a non-native speaker of English who needs to work on oral communication skills. A placement test and departmental consent are required. Students must be co-enrolled in another adult education class to take this supplementary course. Students on certain types of visas may not be eligible for the program.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
ABE 024 Inter Writing ABE Lan Learn (.5-6)(.5,0)
(.5-6, 0) This course is for non-native speakers of English who are enrolled in an ABE for ELL class but would like more support and practice in developing their writing skills. In this class students will learn how to use the academic writing process to develop academic paragraphs and how to write appropriate emails to communicate with others at work and school. (1.7) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $0 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Must be a non-native speaker of English who needs to work on written communication skills. A placement test and departmental consent are required. Students must be co-enrolled in another adult education class to take this supplementary course. Students on certain types of visas may not be eligible for the program.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
ABE 045 Bridge to Career Pathways for ABE (.5-6)(.5,0)
(.5-6, 0) Students will explore different occupational career clusters to identify the career pathway that is best for them. Students will develop basic academic and skills for the workplace including reading, math, and writing as well as employability skills such as clear communication, personal ethic, work ethic, and teamwork. Self-assessment of skills and interests will assist students in identifying a career pathway that works for them. Both personal and professional goal setting will be addressed in this course. (1.7) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $0 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: A placement test indicating intermediate level basic skills and departmental consent are required. Individuals on certain types of immigration visas or who hold a U.S. high school diploma or its equivalent may not be eligible for the program.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
ABE 052 Intro to Early Childhood Educ Profes (.5-6)(.5,0)
(.5-6, 0) Students will gain knowledge of the career pathways and educational/vocational requirements in the field of Early Childhood Education. Through contextualized instruction, students will expand their oral and written skills, be introduced to legal and cultural issues in the field, and reflect on themselves as potential Early Childhood Education professionals. (1.7) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $0 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Co-enrollment in an approved adult education course and departmental consent.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
ART 123 Digital Photography II (3)(0,6)
This course is an introduction to the use of digital manipulation in the medium of photography and will consider the impact of technology on traditional methods of making photographic images as well as the effects on contemporary culture. Topics will include scanning of photographic film, digital capture, digital image management, digital collage techniques as well as aesthetic and conceptual issues within this evolving medium. Emphasis will be placed on using the tools for personal expression, cultural observation and developing the student's individual artistic voice. Digital cameras are available for use by the course and students may additionally elect to purchase their own digital camera. (1.1) Proficiency Credit Available (2 EF) Pass/No Credit Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $466 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ART 122 or consent of instructor.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
ART 125 Alternative Process Photography (3)(0,6)
This course will investigate alternative and historic non-silver photographic processes. A fusion of traditional analog and contemporary digital techniques will allow students to create experimental images using a variety of methods. (1.1) Proficiency Credit: Not Available Pass/No Credit: Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $446 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: None.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
ASE 021 Beg Oral Comm ASE Lan Learn (.5-6)(.5,0)
(.5-6, 0) This course is for non-native speakers of English who are enrolled in an ASE for ELL class but would like more support and practice in developing their listening and speaking skills. Students will participate actively in classroom activities to improve listening comprehension, oral communication skills, and pronunciation. Students will learn how to communicate every day needs while learning new vocabulary and phrases.(1.8) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $0 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Must be a non-native speaker of English who needs to work on oral communication skills. A placement test and departmental consent are required. Students must be co-enrolled in another adult education class to take this supplementary course. Students on certain types of visas may not be eligible for the program.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
ASE 024 Inter Writing ASE Lan Learn (.5-6)(.5,0)
(.5-6, 0) This course is for non-native speakers of English who are enrolled in an ASE for ELL class but would like more support and practice in developing their writing skills. In this class students will learn how to use the academic writing process to develop academic paragraphs and how to write appropriate emails to communicate with others at work and school.(1.8) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $0 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Must be a non-native speaker of English who needs to work on written communication skills. A placement test and departmental consent are required. Students must be co-enrolled in another adult education class to take this supplementary course. Students on certain types of visas may not be eligible for the program.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
ASE 045 Bridge to Career Pathways for ASE (.5-6)(.5,0)
(.5-6, 0) Students will explore different occupational career clusters to identify the career pathway that is best for them. Students will develop basic academic and skills for the workplace including reading, math, and writing as well as employability skills such as clear communication, personal ethic, work ethic, and teamwork. Self-assessment of skills and interests will assist students in identifying a career pathway that works for them. Both personal and professional goal setting will be addressed in this course. (1.8) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $0 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: A placement test indicating adult secondary education level basic skills and departmental consent are required. Individuals on certain types of immigration visas or who hold a U.S. high school diploma or its equivalent may not be eligible for the program.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
CAD 110 Introduction to Inventor & 3D Printing (3)(3,2)
This course Introduction to Autodesk Inventor and 3D Printing, provides comprehensive instruction for users, or prospective users, of the Autodesk Inventor parametric modeling application program. The class will provide the opportunity for students to familiarize themselves with the software and complete multiple modeling projects, which they will then learn to 3D print on Fused Deposition Modeler (FDM) 3D printers. The class consists of lectures and labs. (1.2) Proficiency Credit: Not Available Pass/No Credit: Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $396 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: None
Semester(s) Offered: Fall and Spring
ESL 045 Bridge to Career Pathways for ESL (.5-6)(.5,0)
(.5-6, 0) Students will explore different occupational career clusters to identify the career pathway that is best for them. Students will develop basic academic and skills for the workplace including reading, math, and writing as well as employability skills such as clear communication, personal ethic, work ethic, and teamwork. Self-assessment of skills and interests will assist students in identifying a career pathway that works for them. Both personal and professional goal setting will be addressed in this course. (1.9) Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $0 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Must be a non-native speaker of English who needs to work on English language skills. A placement test and departmental consent are required. Students on certain types of visas may not be eligible for the program.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
HIS 182 History of Mexico (3)(3,0)
This course examines the impact of major events, cultures, religions, societies, political, economic and transnational relations in Mexico (and the region that becomes Mexico) from the Pre-Columbian to contemporary era. Fulfills the ECC/IAI General Education/Humanities requirement. IAI Course Number: H2 908 Proficiency Credit: Not Available Pass/No Credit: Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $396 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in RDG 091 or LTC 099, or satisfaction of other placement criteria.Writing: Grade of C or better in ENG 098 or LTC 099 or satisfaction of other placement criteria.
Semester(s) Offered: Varies
PSY 223 Applied Research Methods (3)(3,0)
This course introduces students to applied research in the social sciences. Including various research designs in the study of behavior, social systems, and interventions. Emphasis will be placed on reading empirically based research, basic data analysis, research methodology, and the application of procedures and ethical practices in research. Throughout the semester, students will participate and engage in creating their own research project. (1.1) Special Note: This course is offered concurrently as SOC-223. The student must decide whether to earn credits in Psychology (PSY) or Sociology (SOC) prior to enrolling. Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $396 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in PSY-100 or SOC-100.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall and Spring
SOC 223 Applied Research Methods (3)(3,0)
This course introduces students to applied research in the social sciences. Including various research designs in the study of behavior, social systems, and interventions. Emphasis will be placed on reading empirically based research, basic data analysis, research methodology, and the application of procedures and ethical practices in research. Throughout the semester, students will participate and engage in creating their own research project. (1.1) Special Note: This course is offered concurrently as SOC-223. The student must decide whether to earn credits in Psychology (PSY) or Sociology (SOC) prior to enrolling. Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Not Available.
In-District Tuition/Fees: $396 (effective 2023/24 academic year)
In-district tuition rates are subject to change based on Board approval.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in PSY-100 or SOC-100.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall and Spring