Bakersfield College

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Involves the sociology of agriculture presented through an examination of relationships between societies and their environments, economics, and agriculture. Emphasis on the analysis of agriculture's use of technology and the corresponding impact on the environment, economy, and society. (C-ID AG 112) Satisfies the 0.5 unit educational planning requirement for graduation from Bakersfield College.
Note for 70505: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. " BC Distance Learning website"

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading and Writing - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Lecture course which presents a broad introduction to the visual arts from prehistory to the present. The role of art in the creation of world culture, as well as art processes and visual vocabulary are examined. Intended for non-Art majors.
Note for 70619: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 4.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: Mathematics - 1 Level Prior to Transfer or MATH BD and ACDV B50 or Reading - 1 Level Prior to Transfer with a grade of C or better.
Description: An introduction to the theory and practice of accounting and financial reporting. Topics include the accounting cycle, financial statements and accounting for assets, liabilities, equities, revenues and expenses.
Note for 70730: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 4.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: BSAD B1 with grades of C or better.
Description: With a strong emphasis on decision-making, the use of accounting information and tools for strategic planning. Measurement and reporting performance for management decisions. Product costing using activity based costing, process and job order systems. Cost-volume-profit, budget, variance and capital investment analysis.
Note for 70737: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - 2 Levels Prior to Transfer.
Description: Introduction to the nature, function and management of the business enterprise in our modern political, social and economic environment. Evaluation of the relationships of business to government, to labor and to the public. Students will complete the educational planning requirement for priority registration.
Note for 70743: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - 1 Level Prior to Transfer and Mathematics - 2 Levels Prior to Transfer.
Description: Principles and skills of budgeting, making intelligent consumer choices related to consumer credit, banking services, insurance, taxes, transportation, investing for personal retirement, and real estate planning.
Note for 70761: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - 2 Levels Prior to Transfer
Description: An introduction to modern financial accounting theory and practice. Analysis of financial transactions using the rules of double-entry bookkeeping. Accounting cycle including adjusting entries, the expanded worksheet, the use of special journals, bank reconciliations and the preparation of financial statements.
Note for 70772: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: BSAD B53a with grade of C or better.
Description: A continuation of an introduction to modern financial accounting theory and practice. Analysis of financial transactions peculiar to the partnership and inventory, accounts receivable, notes payable, notes receivable and drafts, depreciation, depletion and amortization, capital stock transactions, bonds and other long-term liabilities and Statement of Cash Flows.
Note for 70773: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Description: Survey of marketing, including consumer behavior, company and environmental analysis, market segmentation, product development, pricing, promotion, and distribution. Note: Elective credit only.
Note for 70778: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 1.00

Dates: 8/26/2013 - 9/28/2013 (4 weeks)

Description: Introduces students to E-Commerce basics. Emphasis is placed on exploring marketing issues, payment processing, collections, security, and customer service.

Note for 70779: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: An examination of the underlying theoretical principles of developmentally appropriate practices applied to programs and environments. Emphasis is on the key role of relationships, constructive adult-child interactions, and teaching strategies in supporting physical, social, creative and development for all children. Course includes a review of the historical roots of early childhood programs and the evolution of the professional practices promoting advocacy, ethics and professional identity. Formerly CHDV B20, Introduction to Child Growth and Development.
Note for 70787: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: CHDV B20 and Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Interdisciplinary study of physical, social, emotional, and cognitive and language development from conception through adolescence for both typical and atypical children. The family and broader cultural environments provide the context for the study. Topics include historical views of children, developmental theories, research methodology, and patterns of growth.
Note for 70796: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: CHDV B20 and Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Interdisciplinary study of physical, social, emotional, and cognitive and language development from conception through adolescence for both typical and atypical children. The family and broader cultural environments provide the context for the study. Topics include historical views of children, developmental theories, research methodology, and patterns of growth.
Note for 70797: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: CHDV B21 (with a grade of C or better, may be taken concurrently). Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Course includes acquisition and application of basic observation skills regarding children's physical, cognitive, language, social and emotional development from birth to adolescence.
Note for 70800: Classes will meet on the BC campus on the following Tuesdays: 8/27/13, 9/10/13, 10/8/13, 11/15/13, and 12/3/13 This course is a combination on-line and on-campus class. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. " BC Distance Learning website"

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6.
Description: The relationship between critical aspects of culture and the social-emotional development of children, adolescents and adults is analyzed from an anti-bias, multi-cultural perspective. Diversity is examined through the different values, beliefs, modes of communicating, behaving and perceiving the world.
Note for 70805: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6.
Description: The relationship between critical aspects of culture and the social-emotional development of children, adolescents and adults is analyzed from an anti-bias, multi-cultural perspective. Diversity is examined through the different values, beliefs, modes of communicating, behaving and perceiving the world.
Note for 70806: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Description:Introduction to special education in the public schools. Emphasizes legal aspects, assessment and placement. Includes examination of all disabilities served in the public schools and day care settings and the role of the child care professionals and paraprofessionals in the field of special education.
Note for 70807: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Planning for and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children ages birth - 8 years. Includes major concepts and theories of child growth and development for children in infant/toddler, preschool, kindergarten and early primary grades. Students will be expected to observe and assess classroom environments using their knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
Note for 70813: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Description: Materials, methods, and objectives in teaching art, movement, and music activities for children birth to six years old. The growth of creativity through developmentally appropriate activities, and communicating to parents the value of play will be emphasized. Meets Child Development Associated Options, competencies numbers 4-7.
Note for 70815: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Includes study of the socializing of children in developmental, family, and community contexts, with an emphasis on historical and socio-cultural factors. In addition, identity development will be highlighted, showing the importance of respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families. Field trips may be required.
Note for 70822: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - 1 level prior to transfer.
Introduction to the laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures and early childhood curriculum related to child health safety and nutrition. The key components that ensure physical health, mental health and safety for both children and staff will be identified along with the importance of collaboration with families and health professionals. Focus on integrating the concepts into everyday planning and program development for all children. Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification are completed (books and certification costs are at the students expense) Totally fulfills California licensing mandate of 15 hours of training in preventative health practices.
Note for 70830: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Math 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Prerequisite: Reading 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Description:Introduction to the concepts of computer information systems as problem-solving tools in business, economics, mathematics, and the sciences. Includes the history of computer system components, and sequential and direct-access processing. Database management systems, teleprocessing, and distributed processing are covered. An overview of personal computer applications software (word processing, electronic spreadsheets, and personal database management systems) is also included. Not open to students who have taken the equivalent course COMS B3.
Note for 70934: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Intended for home users and business people who desire a working knowledge of personal computer hardware and software. Special emphasis on software that is most widely used in Kern County as well as the nation. Mainly focuses on business and home applications of personal computers. Hands-on training with word processing, spreadsheets, database management systems, electronic presentations, and the necessary operating system fundamentals to the listed application software.
Note for 70959: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Intended for home users and business people who desire a working knowledge of personal computer hardware and software. Special emphasis on software that is most widely used in Kern County as well as the nation. Mainly focuses on business and home applications of personal computers. Hands-on training with word processing, spreadsheets, database management systems, electronic presentations, and the necessary operating system fundamentals to the listed application software.
Note for 70960: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading -1 level prior to transfer.
An introduction to the design, planning, and creation of Web sites using Adobe Dreamweaver.
Note for 70964: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Description: An introduction to using hypertext mark-up language(s) to create Web sites. Students will learn how to create, debug and modify websites using mark-up language(s).
Note for 70966: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: COMS B74B.
Description: Uses dynamic hypertext mark-up language to create Web sites. Emphasizes scripting for flexibility, interactivity and dynamic content. Student will learn basic programming concepts and techniques, using HTML and popular scripting languages. Includes a brief introduction to the Java programming language.
Note: Not open to students who have taken COMS B74D.
Note for 70967: his course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Description: An introduction to the use of PHP platform to develop dynamic web applications. Covers the origins, syntax and structure of PHP, as well as the PHP-specific commands and objects and their use in PHP development.
Note for 72314: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessry. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact your using your BC generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. "BC Distance Learning Website"

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer and Writing - 1 Level Prior to Transfer.
Description: Fundamental practices for field, vegetable, tree, and vine crops; basic botany, classification of plants, soils, seeding, fertilizers, irrigation, pest control, and harvest plus specific practices for crops grown in the San Joaquin Valley. Students who have previously successfully completed the course may repeat when needed for State mandated pest control license. Students must obtain a special override from the Admissions and Records Office.
Note for 70995: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus class. STUDENTS MUST COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION and at other times during the semester. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. " BC Distance Learning website"

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer and Writing - 1 Level Prior to Transfer and Mathematics - 1 Level Prior to Transfer.
Description: Fundamental principles of pest control and management in commercial agriculture. Includes pest identification, pestilence diagnosis, and methods of chemical, physical, and biological control. Students who have previously successfully completed the course may repeat when needed for State mandated pest control license. Students must obtain a special override from the Admissions and Records Office. Field trips required.
Note for 70998: This course is delivered via the internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering, you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email so check your BC generated email early and often.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL B50, Reading Level 5 or 6, and MATH BA (with a grade of C or better), or one year of high school algebra.
Description: Principles of economic analysis and decision making from the viewpoint of the individual consumer, worker, and firm. Emphasis on the price system allocation of resources and income, supply and demand analysis, the structure of American industry, and applications to current economic policy and problems.
Note for 71010: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 4.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: ENGL B50 with a grade of "C" or Reading Level 6 - Transfer and English Level 6 - Transfer.
Description: Expository writing and reading. Emphasizes the organization and development of expository essays, study of style, application of critical thinking and writing skills, and preparation of a research paper.
Note for 71075: For this class, students will primarily work remotely but will need to come to campus several times throughout the semester for library research, exams and workshops. Students who live out of town or have some other verifiable reason why they cannot come to campus need to make arrangements with the instructor. This course is a combination on-line and on-campus class. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. " BC Distance Learning website"

Units: 4.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: ENGL B50 with a grade of "C" or Reading Level 6 - Transfer and English Level 6 - Transfer.
Description: Expository writing and reading. Emphasizes the organization and development of expository essays, study of style, application of critical thinking and writing skills, and preparation of a research paper.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: FIRE B1
Description: This course will cover fire department organization, management, resources, and the use of those resources to control various types of emergencies. The course will also cover the incident command system, tactics, and strategies. This course also provides an introduction to the national incident management system. Note: elective or degree credit.
Note for 71228: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: FIRE B1
Description: This course will cover fire department organization, management, resources, and the use of those resources to control various types of emergencies. The course will also cover the incident command system, tactics, and strategies. This course also provides an introduction to the national incident management system. Note: elective or degree credit.
Note for 71229: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Description: Provides the knowledge to understand wildland fire behavior at the supervisory level in the Incident Command System. Conforms to curriculum requirements of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group. Includes, but is not limited to, the material contained in S-290 Intermediate Fire Behavior.
Note for 71230: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 10/7/2013 - 12/13/2013 (9 weeks)

Description: Presents the information necessary to understand the roles and functions of the Wildland Fire Information Officer, Wildland Fire Prevention Officer, and Wildland Fire Investigation Officer.
Note for 71231: Late start, 10 week course. This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 10/7/2013 - 12/13/2013 (9 weeks)

Description: Explains the roles, responsibilities, and functions of the planning, logistics, and finance sections that are utilized during the control of wildland fires. Meets National Wildfire Coordinating Group curriculum criteria. Prepares students for employment with wildland fire management agencies and municipal fire departments.
Note for 71232: Late start, 10 week course. This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: FIRE B1 with a grade of C or better.
Description: Theory and fundamentals of how and why fires start, spread and are controlled; an in-dept study of fire chemistry and physics, fire characteristics of materials, extinguishing agents, and fire control techniques. Field trips may be required.
Note for 71234: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: FIRE B1 with a grade of C or better.
Description: Provides fundamental information regarding the history and philosophy of fire prevention, organization and operation of a fire prevention bureau, use of fire codes, identification and correction of fire hazards, and the relationships of fire prevention systems, fire investigation and fire safety education. Provides skills necessary for California Fire Service Training and Education System. Certified Firefighter I and Fire Inspector I.
Note for 71235: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: FIRE B1 with a grade of C or better.
Description: Provides information relating to the features of design and operation of fire detection and alarm systems, heat and smoke control systems, special protection and sprinkler systems, water supply for fire protection, and portable fire extinguishers.
Field trips required.
Note for 71236: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: English 50 or reading and writing - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Survey of the political, economic and cultural history of the United States from earliest colonial times to 1877. Includes a study of the U.S. Constitution and federal government. Partially satisfies the requirements in U.S. Constitution, American history and institutions. HIST B17A is not a prerequisite to HIST B17B.
Note for 71299: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by your instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. " BC Distance Learning website"

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading and Writing - one level prior to transfer.
Description: The social, economic, and political development of California from its pre-European past to it its post-industrial present. Examines the historical uniqueness of California's environment, population, institutions, and economy. Emphasis placed on the influence of American political thought and institutions in the historical evolution of California's state and local governments. Partially satisfies the requirements in U.S. Constitution, American history and institutions.
Note for 71317: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Description: A survey of the history of the peoples of the Mexican- American borderlands, from Pre-Columbian times until 1848. Examines the social, economic, and political evolution of the region with emphasis upon the inter-relationships between the histories of the United States and Mexico. Partially satisfies the requirements in U.S. Constitution, American history and institutions. Not open to students who have successfully completed CHST B30A.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6.
Description: Health and health-related services. Includes emotional health, nutrition, drugs, marriage and family, physical disease, exercise and environmentally related health concerns.
Note for 71360: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary.After registeringyou will be contactedby the instructor who will useyour BC email address. Be aware your instructor will only contact you using your BD generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. http://www.bc.cc.ca.us/distance_learning BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6.
Description: Health and health-related services. Includes emotional health, nutrition, drugs, marriage and family, physical disease, exercise and environmentally related health concerns.
Note for 71361: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary.After registeringyou will be contactedby the instructor who will useyour BC email address. Be aware your instructor will only contact you using your BD generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. http://www.bc.cc.ca.us/distance_learning BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6.
Description: Health and health-related services. Includes emotional health, nutrition, drugs, marriage and family, physical disease, exercise and environmentally related health concerns.
Note for 71362: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary.After registeringyou will be contactedby the instructor who will useyour BC email address. Be aware your instructor will only contact you using your BD generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. http://www.bc.cc.ca.us/distance_learning BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6.
Description: Health and health-related services. Includes emotional health, nutrition, drugs, marriage and family, physical disease, exercise and environmentally related health concerns.
Note for 71363: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary.After registeringyou will be contactedby the instructor who will useyour BC email address. Be aware your instructor will only contact you using your BD generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. http://www.bc.cc.ca.us/distance_learning BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH BD with grades of C or higher, or equivalent Math course with a "C" or better.
Description: Graphical methods of description of data, finite probability; discrete and continuous random variables; sampling distributions; hypothesis testing for large and small samples, analysis of variance, nonparametric statistics; linear regression and correlation.
Note for 71454: TI-83 or TI-84 Calculator required. This course is delivered via the internet. Students MUST email the instructor immediately after registering for the class. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH BD with grades of C or higher, or equivalent Math course with a "C" or better.
Description: Graphical methods of description of data, finite probability; discrete and continuous random variables; sampling distributions; hypothesis testing for large and small samples, analysis of variance, nonparametric statistics; linear regression and correlation.
Note for 71454: TI-83 or TI-84 Calculator required. This course is delivered via the internet. Students MUST email the instructor immediately after registering for the class. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH BD with grades of C or higher, or equivalent Math course with a "C" or better.
Description: Graphical methods of description of data, finite probability; discrete and continuous random variables; sampling distributions; hypothesis testing for large and small samples, analysis of variance, nonparametric statistics; linear regression and correlation.
Note for 72362: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registereing you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact your using your BC generated email. check your BC generated email early and aften. "BC Distance Learning website

Units: 4.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: ACDV B78 or equivalent arithmetic course with a grade of "C" or better or qualifying score on placement assessment.
Description: A general review of basic arithmetic including the fundamental operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Emphasis is placed on real life applications, including percents, ratios, proportions, exponents, averages, estimation, graphs and measurement. The introduction to algebra includes operations with signed numbers and solving simple equations. Not open to students with credit in MATH B251 and MATH B252.
Note for 71465: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD REGISTER FOR THIS SECTION AND COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Orientations are on Wednesday, August 21st 10:30 am - 12:00 pm, 4 - 5:30 p.m. OR Tuesday, August 27th, 2:30-4:00 p.m., or 6 - 7:30 p.m. all in the TBA. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College at least monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. -6:50 pm. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website - www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 4.00

Dates: 9/16/2013 - 12/13/2013 (12 weeks)

Prerequisite: ACDV B78 or equivalent arithmetic course with a grade of "C" or better or qualifying score on placement assessment.
Description: A general review of basic arithmetic including the fundamental operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Emphasis is placed on real life applications, including percents, ratios, proportions, exponents, averages, estimation, graphs and measurement. The introduction to algebra includes operations with signed numbers and solving simple equations. Not open to students with credit in MATH B251 and MATH B252.
Note for 71466: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Instructor approval is required, students should call 661-395-4530 for more information. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. - 6:50 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 4.00

Dates: 10/7/2013 - 12/13/2013 (9 weeks)

Prerequisite: ACDV B78 or equivalent arithmetic course with a grade of "C" or better or qualifying score on placement assessment.
Description: A general review of basic arithmetic including the fundamental operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Emphasis is placed on real life applications, including percents, ratios, proportions, exponents, averages, estimation, graphs and measurement. The introduction to algebra includes operations with signed numbers and solving simple equations. Not open to students with credit in MATH B251 and MATH B252.
Note for 71467: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Instructor approval is required, students should call 661-395-4530 for more information. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. - 6:50 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 4.00

Dates: 11/4/2013 - 12/13/2013 (5 weeks)

Prerequisite: ACDV B78 or equivalent arithmetic course with a grade of "C" or better or qualifying score on placement assessment.
Description: A general review of basic arithmetic including the fundamental operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Emphasis is placed on real life applications, including percents, ratios, proportions, exponents, averages, estimation, graphs and measurement. The introduction to algebra includes operations with signed numbers and solving simple equations. Not open to students with credit in MATH B251 and MATH B252.
Note for 71468: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Instructor approval is required, students should call 661-395-4530 for more information. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. - 6:50 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH B50 or Equivalent pre-algebra course with a grade of "C" or better or Mathematics 2 levels prior to transfer.
Fundamental concepts and mathematical processes first degree equations,polynomials, special products and factoring, rational expressions and equations, ratios, proportions, exponents, graphs, simultaneous linear equations.
Note for 71495: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD REGISTER FOR THIS SECTION AND COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Orientations are on Wednesday, August 21st 10:30 am - 12:00 pm, 4 - 5:30 p.m. OR Tuesday, August 27th, 2:30-4:00 p.m., or 6 - 7:30 p.m. all in the TBA. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College at least monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. -6:50 pm. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website - www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 9/16/2013 - 12/13/2013 (12 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH B50 or Equivalent pre-algebra course with a grade of "C" or better or Mathematics 2 levels prior to transfer.
Fundamental concepts and mathematical processes first degree equations,polynomials, special products and factoring, rational expressions and equations, ratios, proportions, exponents, graphs, simultaneous linear equations.
Note for 71496: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Instructor approval is required, students should call 661-395-4530 for more information. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. - 6:50 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 10/7/2013 - 12/13/2013 (9 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH B50 or Equivalent pre-algebra course with a grade of "C" or better or Mathematics 2 levels prior to transfer.
Fundamental concepts and mathematical processes first degree equations,polynomials, special products and factoring, rational expressions and equations, ratios, proportions, exponents, graphs, simultaneous linear equations.
Note for 71497: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Instructor approval is required, students should call 661-395-4530 for more information. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. - 6:50 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 11/4/2013 - 12/13/2013 (5 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH B50 or Equivalent pre-algebra course with a grade of "C" or better or Mathematics 2 levels prior to transfer.
Fundamental concepts and mathematical processes first degree equations,polynomials, special products and factoring, rational expressions and equations, ratios, proportions, exponents, graphs, simultaneous linear equations.
Note for 71498: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Instructor approval is required, students should call 661-395-4530 for more information. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. - 6:50 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH B60 or Equivalent intro-Algebra with a grade of C or better
Mathematics - 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Topics for the course are functions and operations on functions; system of linear equations, linear, and absolute value inequalities; linear, absolute value, and quadratic equations; radicals and operations with radicals; equations involving radicals; exponential and logarithmic equations; and conic sections.

Units: 5.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH B60 or Equivalent intro-Algebra with a grade of C or better
Mathematics - 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Topics for the course are functions and operations on functions; system of linear equations, linear, and absolute value inequalities; linear, absolute value, and quadratic equations; radicals and operations with radicals; equations involving radicals; exponential and logarithmic equations; and conic sections.
Note for 71534: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD REGISTER FOR THIS SECTION AND COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Orientations are on Wednesday, August 21st 10:30 am - 12:00 pm, 4 - 5:30 p.m. OR Tuesday, August 27th, 2:30-4:00 p.m., or 6 - 7:30 p.m. all in the TBA. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College at least monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. -6:50 pm. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website - www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 9/16/2013 - 12/13/2013 (12 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH B60 or Equivalent intro-Algebra with a grade of C or better
Mathematics - 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Topics for the course are functions and operations on functions; system of linear equations, linear, and absolute value inequalities; linear, absolute value, and quadratic equations; radicals and operations with radicals; equations involving radicals; exponential and logarithmic equations; and conic sections.
Note for 71535: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Instructor approval is required, students should call 661-395-4530 for more information. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. - 6:50 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 10/7/2013 - 12/13/2013 (9 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH B60 or Equivalent intro-Algebra with a grade of C or better
Mathematics - 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Topics for the course are functions and operations on functions; system of linear equations, linear, and absolute value inequalities; linear, absolute value, and quadratic equations; radicals and operations with radicals; equations involving radicals; exponential and logarithmic equations; and conic sections.
Note for 71536: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Instructor approval is required, students should call 661-395-4530 for more information. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. - 6:50 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 5.00

Dates: 11/4/2013 - 12/13/2013 (5 weeks)

Prerequisite: MATH B60 or Equivalent intro-Algebra with a grade of C or better
Mathematics - 1 Level Prior to Transfer
Topics for the course are functions and operations on functions; system of linear equations, linear, and absolute value inequalities; linear, absolute value, and quadratic equations; radicals and operations with radicals; equations involving radicals; exponential and logarithmic equations; and conic sections.
Note for 71537: This course is a combination on-line and on-campus course. STUDENTS SHOULD COME TO CAMPUS TO ATTEND AN ORIENTATION SESSION. Instructor approval is required, students should call 661-395-4530 for more information. Students are required to come to the Math Learning Center at Bakersfield College monthly during the semester for testing. The course is taught using an Internet-based program called ALEKS. Students may go to http://www.aleks.com for a free 24-hour trial. Instructor support is available at the Math Learning Center (SS140) at Bakersfield College from 8:30 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Monday and Thursday, and 8:30 a.m. - 6:50 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesdays and on Friday 8:30am-12:20 p.m.. Students are encouraged to come into the Math Lab to work, but they are not required to do so. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO EMAIL THE INSTRUCTOR, as contact information will be collected at the Orientation. All other details concerning the class will be covered in the orientation. Frequently asked questions can be found at the Math Learning Center website www2.bakersfieldcollege.edu/mlc. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 2.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: LVN or RN licensure; or Nursing student with evaluation of skills and knowledge by the ADN Program Director.
Description: Level 3 course designed for the LVN who is pursing licensure as an RN or the RN who wants to update skills to re-enter the workforce. The focus is on the development of critical thinking skills, physical assessment, the nursing process, role transition, and clinical skill competencies. The roles of provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession are integrated throughout the course. The lab correlates with the didactic portion and provides an opportunity for application of concepts in the Nursing Skills lab. May be repeated 2 times.
Note for 71609: Students will be assigned 27 required outside clinical hours. This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 2.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: LVN or RN licensure; or Nursing student with evaluation of skills and knowledge by the ADN Program Director.
Description: Level 3 course designed for the LVN who is pursing licensure as an RN or the RN who wants to update skills to re-enter the workforce. The focus is on the development of critical thinking skills, physical assessment, the nursing process, role transition, and clinical skill competencies. The roles of provider of care, manager of care, and member of the profession are integrated throughout the course. The lab correlates with the didactic portion and provides an opportunity for application of concepts in the Nursing Skills lab. May be repeated 2 times.
Note for 71609: Students will be assigned 27 required outside clinical hours. This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Basic concepts and principles of nutrition with application to current nutrition issues. Emphasizes improvement of personal health through proper eating habits.
Note for 71622: This course is delivered via the internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 2.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: NUTR B10 with a grade of "C".
Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6.
Description: Nutrition care for acute illnesses and chronic diseases. Related normal and abnormal physiology, nutrition assessment and care plans and client education techniques are emphasized. Field trips may be required.
Note for 71625: This course is delivered via the internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Advisory Reading - 1 Level Prior to Transfer and Advisory Writing - 1 Level Prior to Transfer. Description: Traditional basics of correct reasoning with an emphasis on their relationships to language, thought and argument.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Advisory Reading - 1 Level Prior to Transfer and Advisory Writing - 1 Level Prior to Transfer. Description: Traditional basics of correct reasoning with an emphasis on their relationships to language, thought and argument.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer; Writing - two levels prior to transfer.
Description: A study of American government with emphasis on the national government. Includes a comprehensive analysis of governmental structure, functions, principles and problems. Includes analysis of California state and local governments. Partially satisfies the requirements in U.S. Constitution, American history and institutions and California state and local government.
Note for 71741: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. " BC Distance Learning website"

Units: 3.00

Dates: 8/24/2013 - 12/13/2013 (15 weeks)

Prerequisite: None.
Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer; Writing - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Emphasis is on the scientific process and research methods employed in psychology. Biological, developmental, cognitive, and sociocultural theories are covered to explain psychological phenomena. Psychological disorders and the evolving corresponding treatment protocols are applied to a diversity of individuals and groups.
Note for 71759: This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who wil use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact you using your BC generated email, so check your BC generated email early and often. " BC Distance Learning website"

Units: 0.50

Dates: 8/26/2013 - 9/27/2013 (4 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Designed to assist students in understanding college requirements and to help them in making educational plans. Required for the associate's degree. Satisfies the 0.5 units educational planning requirement for graduation from Bakersfield College.
Note: Required for both the A.A. and A.S. degrees.
Note for 72334: Late Starting Class This course is delivered via the Internet. Submitting or emailing the instructor is no longer necessary. After registering you will be contacted by the instructor who will use your BC email address. Be aware your instructor will ONLY contact your using your BC generated email. Check your BC generated email early and often. BC Distance Learning website