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3.00 Credits
This course is a survey of the physical and environmental topics of geography, including the methods used to study them. The Earth as a system and the subsystems of the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere constitute the major units of study. Students will acquire basic terminology that they will use to explain the earth, the atmosphere, the landscape, and the processes that occur on earth to change the landscape. Topics may include mapping with topographic maps and remote sensing; development and structure of the atmosphere; weather; water resources; climate; rock formation; mountain building; chemical and physical weathering; mass movement; soil formation; erosion, transportation and deposition by running water, wind, ice, currents, waves and tides; and the foundation that these processes build for the biosphere on earth. 3 hrs./wk.
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2.00 Credits
Prerequisite or corequisite: GEOS 140 or the equivalent Students in this course will practice their knowledge of physical geography through the collection and analysis of atmospheric data and the identification and interpretation of landforms and biological patterns as depicted on topographic maps and remotely sensed imagery. 4 hrs. lab/wk.
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3.00 Credits
In this introductory course, the student will first review the basic theories of the discipline of geography, the relationship of world population and resources and the factors affecting development. Next, the student will survey the major regions of the world to identify each region's distinguishing geographic characteristics, summarize its past development and explain the key issues affecting the region's future development. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to the health care delivery system with an overview of health careers and the roles and responsibilities of members of the health care team. Emphasis will be on how to work within a health care team, effective communication skills, professional safety and workplace skills, and legal and ethical rights and responsibilities of patients and health care workers. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
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2.00 Credits
This is a service-learning course. While partnering with a not-for-profit agency, teams of students will deliver service to a community in a developing country that suffers from extreme poverty. The service provided will vary depending on the identified needs of the community. While serving in the developing country, students will gain an understanding of the culture, language and health status of the people. Students will be exposed to the social, political and economic aspects of life that shape the community. Prior to travel, students are required to attend preparation meetings, fund raise and participate in a local service project. 16 hrs. lecture, 40 hrs. field study Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $0 to $450.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: Interview and permission of the facilitator. Potential indicators of proficiency may be required. This course provides a practical and theoretical introduction to the field of bilingual interpreting. Students will study interpreter roles and skills, modes of interpreting and translating, ethical issues, professional standards of practices, cultural competence and applied linguistics. Upon completion, students should have a strong foundation of knowledge regarding the profession of interpreting and should be ready for specific skills training. This course is taught in English. 3 hrs. lecture/wk. This course is taught in the fall semester Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $20.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite or corequisite: HCI 110 with a grade of "C" or higher This course develops students' skills in sight translation and consecutive interpreting. Listening and memory skills, communication strategies and intervention techniques also are emphasized. Upon completion, students should be able to sight translate short written texts and consecutively interpret non-technical, interactive messages between Spanish and English. This course is taught in English with some Spanish terminology and practice. 2 hrs. lecture and 2.5 hrs lab/wk. This course is taught in the fall semester.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisites: HCI 110 with a grade of "C" or higher and HCI 120 with a grade of "C" or higher This course develops students' skills in simultaneous interpreting and written translation. In addition, through classroom, lab and field experiences, students practice the three interpretation modes they have learned in the program and improve all aspects of their interpreting while forming good professional habits. Self-assessment, professional growth and development of a personal philosophy of interpreting are stressed. This course is taught in English with some Spanish terminology and practice. 2 hrs lecture and 2.5 hrs lab/wk. This course is taught in the spring semester.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: HCI 120 with a grade of "C" or higher and Prerequisites or corequisites: HCI 130 with a grade of "C" or higher and AAC 130 with a grade of "C" or higher This course develops the knowledge, techniques, and practices needed to function as a bilingual interpreter in a medical environment. Students will be introduced to basic medical conditions, procedures, courses of treatment and equipment, with vocabulary and terminology in both English and Spanish. Upon completion, students should be able to apply medical interpreting and translating techniques in a variety of health care settings. This course is taught in English with some Spanish terminology. 3 hrs. lecture/wk. This course is taught in the spring semester. Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $20.
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2.00 Credits
Prerequisites: HCI 130 with a grade of "C" or higher and HCI 140 with a grade of "C" or higher and Prerequisite or corequisite: HC 101 with a grade of "C" or higher Students will observe and interpret at assigned medical facilities, participate in organized class discussions about their interpreting experiences and develop a personal philosophy of interpreting. Both classroom meetings and fieldwork are required for this class. Enrollment in certain courses may require a professional liability fee of $16.00. Students will be notified via their JCCC student e-mail account if the fee is due and instructions on how to pay the fee. 1 hr. lecture, 3 hrs. practicum/wk. Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $20.
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