HCD 111    College Discovery Program    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course is a review of opportunities and resources relevant to student success at American River College. It will focus on goals and objectives, campus requirements, and skills, techniques, and attitudes compatible with student progress. Examination of student services, instructional area, and campus life. May be taken twice for credit.

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 17-May 14
Th           11:00AM-01:05PM   LEC   S.Dilgard            ARC MAIN ER 002      20118

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
W            10:30AM-11:20AM   LEC   B.Westre             ARC MAIN Tech Ed 303 20194

Schedule: Other Term, Jan 13-Jan 15
TWTh         09:00AM-02:50PM   LEC   J.Scalzi             ARC MAIN Rm 426      18924

HCD 114    Human Potential Seminar    2 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Description: This course provides an in-depth examination of techniques to be used in enhancing one's chances for success in college. It is designed to meet the needs of students who are experiencing difficulty in achieving their goals in higher education. Course topics include: motivation, goal setting, communication skills, time management, exam preparation, note taking and reading college textbooks. It is required for most dismissed students for readmission to the college.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
MW           11:00AM-11:50AM   LEC   B.Thames             ARC MAIN Rm 482      16238
M            06:00PM-08:05PM   LEC   R.Moore              ARC MAIN D 107       16242

HCD 115    Orientation to College    .5 Units

Prerequisite: None
Hours: 9 hours LEC
Description: This course is an introduction to college services and programs at American River College. Topics covered include campus resources, procedures and college requirements. Additionally, a campus tour is required.

Schedule: Other Term, Jan 06-Jan 07
TW           09:00AM-01:15PM   LEC   L.Ennenga             TBA TBA             32166

HCD 122    Study Skills    1 Unit

Same As: INDIS 100
Prerequisite: None.
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course covers specific study skills strategies. It provides the opportunity to analyze attitudes toward studying, and current study skill habits. Topics include specific learning styles, strategies for time management, goal setting, note-taking, memory improvement, reading skills, and how to prepare for, and take exams. This course is not open to students who have completed INDIS 100.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jan 17-Mar 16
W            06:00PM-08:05PM   LEC   J.Valdez             ARC MAIN Rm 611      20692

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 17-May 14
M            01:30PM-03:35PM   LEC   R.Rivera             ARC MAIN Rm 609A     20694

HCD 310    College Success    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGRD 116 or ESLR 320; ENGRW 102 or 103 or ESLW 320
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b)
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course will cover the skills and knowledge necessary for college success. Topics to be covered include motivation and self discipline, learning styles, memory development, time management, communication skills, goal-setting, study techniques, critical thinking skills, and personal issues that face many college students. Campus resources and college regulations will also be covered.

HCD 318    Transfer: Making It Happen    2 Units

Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b)
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Description: This course provides the necessary tools and skills to successfully transfer from a community college to a four-year college or university. In addition, it demonstrates the applications of knowledge from college research, self-analysis, and differentiation between college selection and majors.

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 17-May 14
TTh          12:00PM-02:05PM   LEC   R.Quintero            TBA TBA             20114

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
MW           01:30PM-02:20PM   LEC   R.Ramirez            ARC MAIN Rm 481      
Learning Community -- Puente Project - 5 units - Class Registration Number 19314 This class (HCD 318) is taught in combination with ENGWR 300 (MW 12:00PM-1:20PM). The mission of the Puente Project is designed to increase the number of educationally underrepresented students who transfer to four-year Colleges and universities. Puente builds a community of motivated college students by providing English instruction in a supportive environment. The English composition course features Mexican American/ Latino literature; the Human Career Development class helps each student plan their class schedules and navigate the university application process. See course descriptions for ENGWR 300 and HCD 318. One unit of the Reading Center and one unit of the Writing Center will be required. Sign up using the one class number listed for the Learning Community; you will receive credit and a grade for each individual course listed in the Learning Community.

HCD 330    Life and Career Planning    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 51, ESLR 310, or ESLW 310
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b)
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course is a comprehensive approach to life and career planning based on extensive measurement of aptitude, interests, personality type, values, and skills. Personal and career goals are formulated using career research and decision-making strategies. Course topics include changing career trends and job search techniques.

HCD 331    Career and Job Search Strategies    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: HCD 330
General Education: AA/AS Area III(b)
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course is designed to assist in the development of research skills in preparation for future employment in a competitive employment market. Topics include researching career fields, setting specific career/educational goals, and examining employment trends. It also includes resume writing, interview skills, and job search strategies.

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 17-May 14
T            06:00PM-08:05PM   LEC   J.Econome            ARC MAIN Rm 602      17480

HCD 380    Specific Learning Skills Assessment    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course is designed for the student with special learning difficulties who may have a specific learning disability. Individual assessment of learning strengths and weaknesses will be completed to determine eligibility for Learning Disabilities services using criteria mandated by the California community college system. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jan 17-Mar 16
MW           01:00PM-02:05PM   LEC   T.Hart               ARC MAIN Rm 482      22198
TTh          01:30PM-02:20PM   LEC   G.Joy                ARC MAIN Rm 424      16216

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 17-May 14
MW           12:30PM-01:35PM   LEC   T.Hart               ARC MAIN Rm 483      20590
TTh          01:30PM-02:20PM   LEC   G.Joy                ARC MAIN D 104       20592

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TBA          TBA               LEC   K.Cronin              TBA TBA             16218
Students are required to meet 1 hr per week TBA.

HCD 382    Specific Learning Strategies    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course provides learning support related to specific learning disabilities. It will present academic strategies to compensate for learning disabilities in order to provide for success in other college course work. May be taken twice for credit.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   J.Rust               ARC MAIN Rm 125      18904
TTh          01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   P.Green              ARC MAIN ER 001      18906
MW           01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   P.Green              ARC MAIN Rm 425      18908
T            05:30PM-08:35PM   LEC   T.Hart               ARC MAIN Rm 609A     18910

Schedule: Other Term, Feb 02-May 13
MW           12:00PM-01:40PM   LEC   G.Joy                 TBA TBA             32029

HCD 384    Field Experience in Disabled Student Programs and Services    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103 or ESLW 320 or ESLR 320.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course provides the student with an in-depth understanding, increased knowledge, and direct application of the techniques and skills required to assist disabled students to be successful in the college setting. The majority of course time will be spent providing support services to students with disabilities. Placement will be determined by the instructor. May be taken three times for credit.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TBA          TBA               LAB   J.James               TBA TBA             16956
9.5 hrs TBA per week

HCD 386    Experiences in Disabled Student Programs and Services    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ENGWR 102 or 103 or ESLW 320 or ESLL 320.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 162 hours LAB
Description: This course allows students an initial opportunity to provide direct, supervised services to disabled college students, thereby assisting in their adaptation to the physical and academic environment of the community college setting. Placement on campus determined by instructor. Course can be entered up to twelfth (12th) week. May be taken for a maximum of nine (9) units.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TBA          TBA               LAB   J.James               TBA TBA             16736