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BIOL 310 NUTRITION (3) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Recommended Preparation: eligibility for ENGL 838 or 848 or ESL 400 and completion of READ 400 or 405 OR concurrent enrollment in READ 400, 405, or 415 OR appropriate skill levels as indicated by the reading placements test. Comprehensive introduction to the scientific principles of nutrition and the interrelationships of metabolism. Examines nutrient functions, food sources, and functions in the body, as well as health consequences of nutrient excesses, deficiencies and diet related chronic conditions. Analysis of special nutritional requirements and needs during the life cycle. Evaluation of personal dietary habits using current dietary guidelines and nutritional assessment methods. (AA: Area E5a or E5d, CSU, UC) BIOL 329 HONORS PROJECT SEMINAR (2) Minimum of 32 lecture hours per term. Interdisciplinary seminar designed for students admitted into the honors program. Students develop honors level scholarly projects corresponding to a selected transfer course in which they are concurrently enrolled. Intensive instruction in diverse research methods; emphasis on collaboration and various strategies for achieving academic excellence. (AA, CSU) BIOL 675 HONORS COLLOQUIUM IN BIOLOGY (1) Minimum of 16 lecture hours per term. Prerequisite: limited to students in the Honors Program who have completed or are concurrently enrolled in an associated non-honors course in biology. Readings, discussion, and lectures covering selected advanced topics in biology to be determined by the Biology Department and the Honors Program. (AA: Area E5a, CSU: Area B2, UC*) BIOL 680 – 689 EXPERIMENTAL COURSE (1-3) See first page of Description of Courses section. (AA, CSU) BIOL 690 SPECIAL PROJECTS (1-3) See first page of Description of Courses section. (AA, CSU) BIOL 879 SELECTED TOPICS (1-3) (See first page of Description of Courses section.) (AA) BIOL 880 – 889 EXPERIMENTAL COURSE (1-3) See first page of Description of Courses section.
Building Inspection Technology BLDG 700 INTRODUCTION TO THE BUILDING CODE (3) (Pass/No Pass or letter grade option.) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Introduction to the International Building Code with additional overview of Building Scalable above .25 inches: Department procedures, code development process, general California laws and regulations relating to building inspection. Review of inspector certifications available through model code organizations. (AA: E5d) BLDG 710 NON-STRUCTURAL PROVISIONS OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE (3) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Prerequisite: BLDG 700. Study of the fire and life safety provisions of the Uniform Building Code, and the International Building Code. (AA) BLDG 720 ELECTRICAL INSPECTION I (3) (Pass/No Pass or letter grade option.) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Overview of the National Electrical Code with an emphasis on residential installations. The course covers each aspect of residential wiring from the calculations required to size an electrical service to the installation of receptacle outlets and lighting. The course will highlight any changes that have occurred from the previous code cycles. (AA)
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BLDG 725 ELECTRICAL INSPECTION II (3) (Pass/No Pass or letter grade option.) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Prerequisite: BLDG 720. In-depth advanced study of the sections of the National Electrical Code dealing with calculations. (AA) BLDG 730 PLUMBING INSPECTION (3) (Pass/No Pass or letter grade option.) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Building regulations governing drainage systems, vents and venting, plumbing, water systems, building sewers, and gas piping. (AA) BLDG 735 ADA BUILDING REQUIREMENTS (3) (Pass/No Pass or letter grade option.) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Covers the essential concepts, reference materials, federal legislation, litigation and use of guidelines, codes and standards in the design and construction of built environments under the American Disabilities with American Barriers Acts. Participants learn how to apply federal and state access code regulations to legal case studies, field inspections, plan reviews and typical property improvement scenarios. Course emphasizes the intent of the laws and their proper interpretation. (AA) BLDG 740 MECHANICAL CODE (3) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Prerequisite: BLDG 700. Regulations and inspection methods governing mechanical construction, heating and cooling equipment, combustion air, floor furnaces, wall furnaces, unit heaters, venting, ducts, ventilation systems, and refrigeration systems and equipment. (AA) BLDG 750 STRUCTURAL PROVISIONS (3) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Recommended Preparation: BLDG 700 or knowledge of the code development and organization, BLDG 790 or the ability to read construction documents and eligibility for MATH 120.Study of basic structural concepts and building methods. Application of building codes, standards and testing criteria to assure quality construction. Discussion of sound inspection practices and the interpretation of structural provisions. (AA) BLDG 760 ENERGY REGULATIONS (3) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Prerequisite: BLDG 700. Methods of compliance with energy regulations applicable to dwellings, apartments, condominiums, and hotels. Includes heat transfer, insulation, weather stripping, climate control systems, water heating, mandatory requirements, computer compliance, point system, component packages, appliance regulations, and solar systems. (AA) BLDG 775 INTRODUCTION TO RESIDENTIAL DWELLING INSPECTION TECHNOLOGY (3) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Provides an overview of the building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical sections under the provisions of the International Residential Code. Suitable for jurisdictional or home inspectors, facility managers, contractors, architects, engineers and those in related fields of the real estate profession. (AA) BLDG 790 BLUEPRINT READING FOR CONSTRUCTION (3) (Pass/No Pass or letter grade option.) Minimum of 48 lecture hours per term. Course provides an overview of the building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical sections under the provisions of the International Residential Code. Suitable for jurisdictional or home inspectors, facility managers, contractors, architects, engineers and those in related fields of the real estate profession. (AA) BLDG 879 SELECTED TOPICS (1-3) (See first page of Description of Courses section.) (AA) BLDG 880 – 889 EXPERIMENTAL COURSE (1-3) (See first page of Description of Courses section.)
Courses marked with a (*) are transferable with limitations as specified. If you have any questions, see your counselor/advisor.
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