Las Positas College | Summer-Fall 2022 Class Schedule

25 SUMMER 2022 925.424.1000 | [email protected] SUMMER 2022 - COURSE LISTINGS Please refer to the onl ine schedule on CLASS-Web to access course section detai ls and the course record numbers (CRNs) for registration. HUMANITIES HUMN 10 AMERICAN ARTS AND IDEAS 3.0 Units Humanities in the United States. Explored through major works of literature, painting, sculpture, architecture, film, music, philosophy, technology, religion, political and social institutions that reflect the values and meanings of the American cultural experience. Particular attention paid to the experience and contributions of various culture groups (African Americans, Asian-Americans, European-Americans, American Indians, and Latino Americans). HUMN 28 WORLD MYTHOLOGY 3.0 Units Introduction toworldmythology, including classicalmythology, and the mythic themes recurring in literature, the visual arts, and music. Introduction to the major theories used to evaluate mythology. Exploration of myths about creation, destruction, gods, humans, heroes, tricksters, as well as their origins, variation, historical development, and full expression in ancient times and continued presence in the arts. JOURNALISM AND MEDIA STUDIES JAMS 1 INTRO TO MASS COMMUNICATIONS 3.0 Units Survey of mass communication and the interrelationships of media with society, including history, structure, and trends in a digital age. Discussion of theories and effects, economics, technology, law and ethics, global media, media literacy, and social issues, including gender and cultural diversity. Strongly Recommended: Eligibility for ENG 1A/1AEX JAMS 2 INTRODUCTION TO MEDIA 3.0 Units A survey of radio, television, film, and multimedia and their impact on culture and society; includes economics, technological development, programming, ratings, legal aspects, and social control of broadcasting in America, and cross-cultural, international comparisons. Strongly Recommended: Eligibility for ENG 1A/1AEX KINESIOLOGY - ACTIVITY COURSES - KIN BK1 BASKETBALL 1 1.0 Units This multi-level course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to development the basic skills and understanding of basketball. Skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, defensive and offensive strategies will be presented and practiced. Team play and sportsmanship are important priorities that are emphasized in this class. KIN BK2 BASKETBALL 2 1.0 Units This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to develop the skills and understanding of passing, shooting, defensive and offensive strategies will be presented and practiced. Team play and sportsmanship are important priorities that are emphasized in this class. Strongly Recommended: KIN BK1 with a minimum grade of C KIN BL1 BOWLING 1 1.0 Units This course is designed to give the student the opportunity to learn the basic skills, terminology, and etiquette of bowling and be able to participate in a league-type bowling program using off-campus bowling centers. KIN BL2 BOWLING 2 1.0 Units This course teaches the fundamental skills of bowling with emphasis on form, terminology and scoring. The student will have the opportunity for class competition. The class will be conducted at an off-campus bowling establishment. Facility use fee required, to be paid throughout the semester at the facility. Strongly Recommended: KIN BL1 with a minimum grade of C KIN BL3 BOWLING 3 1.0 Units This course teaches intermediate skills of bowlingwithemphasis on etiquette, terminology and equipment. The student will have the opportunity for class competition. The class will be conducted at an off-campus bowling establishment. Facility use fee required, to be paid throughout the semester at the facility. Strongly Recommended: KIN BL2 with a minimum grade of C KIN BL4 BOWLING 4 1.0 Units This course teaches advanced skills of bowling with emphasis on form, rules , and etiquette. The student will have the opportunity for class competition. The class will be conducted at an off-campus bowling establishment. Facility use fee required, to be paid throughout the semester at the facility. Strongly Recommended: KIN BL3 with a minimum grade of C KIN FJW1 FITNESS JOGWALK 1 1.0 Units This course is an introduction to a cardiovascular activity that will benefit anyone, regardless of age or fitness level. Individualized walking programs are designed to promote general overall fitness. Jogging and walking skills will be improved through the practice of effective and technically correct movement patterns. KIN FJW2 FITNESS JOGWALK 2 1.0 Units This is a progressive continuation course to Fitness Jog Walk 1. The proper technique and fundamental principles of training for this activity will be reviewed. Basic exercise physiology will be discussed. The student will be given training regimens to increase their pace, speed, distance and endurance for middle distances i.e.) 5K - 10K. Nutritional requirements and dietary advice will be presented. Training logs will be used to document performance. Pre- and post- walk/jog assessments will be done to establish a baseline of conditioning and reflect increases in performance. Strongly Recommended: KIN FJW1 with a minimum grade of C KIN GBW1 GUTS AND BUTTS WORKOUT 1 1.0 Units This course will focus on improving muscle strength and endurance of the abdominals, gluteals, quadriceps, and hamstrings. Functional exercises such as squats, lunges and planks will be utilized. Scan here to visit the current Summer 2022 class schedule online

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