84 FALL 2023 925.424.1000 | [email protected] FALL 2023 - COURSE LISTINGS Please refer to the online schedule on CLASS-Web to access course section details and the course record numbers (CRNs) for registration. THEA 50 STAGECRAFT 3.0 Units An introduction to technical theatre and the creation of scenic elements. Includes basic concepts of design, painting techniques, set construction, set movement, prop construction, backstage organization, and career possibilities. May include stage management, lighting, and/or sound techniques. Lecture, reading, projects, and practical experience. THEA 51 INTRODUCTION TO COSTUME DESIGN 3.0 Units Students will study costume history, design, and basic construction techniques as an introduction to basic theatrical costuming. Fabrics and their various uses will be investigated. Design and fabrication of costumes for production; components of basic sewing and costume construction; comprehensive overview of the history of fashion and costume, color, manufacturing techniques; Introduction to basic makeup design; makeup application techniques and design; special effects makeup techniques. Recommended Course Preparation: THEA 50 with a minimum grade of C TUTORING TUTR 17A TUTORING THEORY & PRACTICE I 0.5 Units Training for college tutors to acquire specific skills and techniques for tutoring in academic and vocational subject areas, and basic skills. The course will provide a conceptual framework of tutoring to guide students in leading effective tutoring sessions. TUTR 17B TUTORING THEORY & PRACTICE II 0.5 Units Intermediate training class for college tutors. Tutors will acquire specific skills and techniques for tutoring in academic subjects, vocational subjects and basic skills. Required course for second semester tutors participating in the Las Positas College Tutorial Program. Prerequisite: TUTR 17A with a minimum grade of C TUTR 17C TUTORING THEORY & PRACTICE III 0.5 Units Advanced training for college tutors to obtain skills and techniques in academic and vocational subject areas and basic skills remediation. Emphasis upon leading group tutoring sessions and mentoring new tutors. Required course for third semester tutors participating in the Las Positas College Tutorial Program. Prerequisite: TUTR 17B with a minimum grade of C VITICULTURE AND WINERY TECH VWT 1 WORLD WINES: NEW WORLD 3.0 Units This course is a comprehensive exploration of “new world” wines. The winemakers of the “new world” have taken the great grapes of the “old world” and created modern wines for a new generation. Explore the history of wine regions, origins of cultivars and the varied wines of the United States, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, South America and Mexico. Students under the age of 21 must have a declared major of either viticulture and/or enology to participate in any tasting activities as stated in the California State Assembly Bill 1989. This course has a materials fee of $150. VWT 12 LANDSCAPE AND VINEYARD SOILS 3.0 Units This course is a study of the physical, chemical and biological properties of soil. Areas of study will include: soil classification, derivation, uses, function and management including erosion, moisture retention, structure, cultivation, organic matter and microbiology. There is a focus on vineyard and landscape planting media, soil substitutes, hydroponics, and amendments to improve and promote plant growth which includes plant and vine nutrition, essential nutrients required for plant growth and healthy development. There will be instruction covering materials used for fertilizers which includes material origins, use, and application; and irrigation systems which will cover materials required for basic irrigation systems used in vineyard and landscape settings. Students that take HORT 54 may not receive credit for VWT 12. VWT 25 SENSORY ANALYSIS OF WINES 3.0 Units This is a sensory analysis of wine course designed for individuals to learn organoleptic tasting techniques, characteristics and styles of wine varieties, wine sensory evaluation methods including statistical analysis of trials, philosophy of wine styles, and the common evaluation methods used in sensory testing. Students under the age of 21 must have a declared major of either viticulture and/or enology to participate in any tasting activities as stated in the California State Assembly Bill 1989. This course has a materials fee of $100. VWT 31 FALL VINEYARD OPERATIONS 3.0 Units This class has a strong emphasis on the practical applications of viticulture. Students will be involved in the operation of the LPC Campus Hill Vineyard putting into action, viticultural practices for the fall and winter seasons including canopy management techniques, irrigation disciplines, pest and disease control, fruit contracts, maturity sampling, harvesting, pruning, erosion control via cover crop, fertilization, weed control, and vineyard development and establishment with a focus on sustainable vineyard management. Recommended Course Preparation: VWT 10 with a minimum grade of C Students under the age of 21 must have a declared major of either viticulture and/or enology to participate in any tasting activities as stated in the California State Assembly Bill 1989. VWT 55 WINE SERVICE AND SALES 2.0 Units This course will provide students with the information, skills, and abilities to provide high-quality wine service in restaurants, tasting rooms, wine bars, and/or catering events. Instruction will include both the technical and social skills necessary to maximize the guest experience and to be a successful wine sales/service professional. Students under the age of 21 must have a declared major of either viticulture and/or enology to participate in any tasting activities as stated in the California State Assembly Bill 1989. This course has a materials fee of $150. WELDING TECHNOLOGY WLDT 55 PRINT READING FOR INDUSTRY 2.0 Units Interpreting and visualizing drawings and prints used in industrial settings. The role of prints in the digital age, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to current standards. Foundational skills needed for print reading success, including basic mathematics, geometry principles, measurement tools, and the design process. Welding symbols and their use in manufacturing.
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