Class Schedule

• Description: Practice in using an electronic spreadsheet program to organize and process financial and managerial accounting data. Includes research on the internet.
• Corequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ACTG 1B or 1BH.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in CIS 64B.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter. (48 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Introduction to Foothill College allied health programs for the incoming first year student. Overview of HIPAA and patient privacy, Academic Honor Code, student rights and responsibilities, strategies for student success, stress and time management, professionalism and ethical behavior in the health care environment and individual program policies and procedures for allied health students. Introduction to peer reviewed literature in the professional discipline, analyzing a research study, writing a full research essay of a peer reviewed research study and understanding of the data analysis of the research. Intended for students who have applied and been accepted into allied health programs; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.
• Prerequisites: ENGL 1A or 1AH or ESLL 26 and Intermediate Algebra or equivalent.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in AHS 50.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1.5 hours lecture per week. 18 hours total per quarter. (18 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Introduction to community approaches to disease prevention and health promotion with an emphasis on a holistic approach, risk and resilience, social capital, and social change to promote community health in communities with limited access to care. Students have the opportunity to shadow licensed doctors, dentists and other health care professionals in urgent and preventive medical/dental services. Intended for students pursuing an allied health or medical career.
• Advisory: This course requires clinical field experiences that may take place outside of the U.S.; the cost of travel is borne by the student.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week, 3 hours lab per week. 48 hours total per quarter. (48 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Applied anthropology focuses on the use of anthropological theories, perspectives and methods in real world, contemporary contexts of practice or problem-solving. This course, an introduction to the "5th field" of anthropology, provides students with theories, perspectives and skills that will help them recognize, more deeply understand and solve problems affecting local communities in this country and abroad, which have arisen as a result of culture change, modernization and globalization. Major areas of study will include development anthropology, the use of technology in field settings, anthropology and health care, anthropology and advocacy, anthropology and law, tourism and cultural heritage, organizational and business anthropology, and land and cultural resource management.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter. (48 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Social & Behavioral Sciences
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: An introduction to intermediate level laboratory methods and techniques of archaeology using the scientific method, including cataloging, care and analysis of artifacts, bone recognition, and archaeological excavation. This course will further develop concepts within an anthropological research framework, focusing on guided laboratory analysis of active archaeology research projects. Students develop expertise in detailed laboratory research and write about the techniques, tools, laboratory terminology and processes of laboratory research at an intermediate level. Students will use archaeology vocabulary in verbal and written class reports based on active research projects.
• Advisory: UC transferability is limited to 3 units maximum for ANTH 16L, 17L & 18L; not open to students with credit in ANTH 8LX.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 6 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Introduction to field survey in archaeology. Emphasis on site identification, survey techniques and recording skills. All work is conducted at field sites.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in ANTH 11B.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 6 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Introduction to the concepts, applications, and historical and contemporary references related to two-dimensional art and composition, including the study of the basic principles and elements of line, shape, texture, value, color, and spatial illusion. Development of a visual vocabulary for creative expression through lecture presentations, studio projects, problem solving, and written assignments.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lecture per week, 3 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Humanities
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Competitive intercollegiate football emphasizing early season conditioning, development of skills and strategy, and team building through pre-conference and conference competition. Intended for participants of the men's football team.
• Advisory: Limitation on enrollment: Athletic tryout for intercollegiate team selection is required to enroll with permission of the instructor. Students will be required to have a physical prior to participation in the class. Students will be required to achieve and maintain sport-specific performance standards as evaluated by the instructor. Continued eligibility is determined by appropriate CCCAA academic and decorum rules.
• Repeatability: RP6
• Hours: 6 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Lifelong Understanding
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: The development of athletic skills and mental conditioning which is required to be successful in the intercollegiate sport of basketball.
• Repeatability: RP6
• Hours: 6 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Lifelong Understanding
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Competitive intercollegiate soccer emphasizing early season conditioning, development of skills and strategy, and team building through pre-conference and conference competition. Intended for participants of the men's soccer team.
• Advisory: Limitation on enrollment: Athletic tryout for intercollegiate team selection is required to enroll with permission of the instructor. Students will be required to have a physical prior to participation in the class. Students will be required to achieve and maintain sport-specific performance standards as evaluated by the instructor. Continued eligibility is determined by appropriate CCCAA academic and decorum rules.
• Repeatability: RP6
• Hours: 6 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Lifelong Understanding
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Competitive intercollegiate soccer emphasizing early season conditioning, development of skill and strategy, and team building through pre-conference and conference competition. Intended for participants of the women's soccer team.
• Advisory: Limitation on enrollment: Athletic tryout for intercollegiate team selection is required to enroll with permission of the instructor. Students will be required to have a physical prior to participation in the class. Students will be required to achieve and maintain sport-specific performance standards as evaluated by the instructor. Continued eligibility is determined by appropriate CCCAA academic and decorum rules.
• Repeatability: RP6
• Hours: 6 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Lifelong Understanding
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Human anatomy and physiology with an emphasis on integration of systems and homeostatic mechanisms. Physical and chemical basis of life, histology and integumentary, skeletal and muscular systems. This course is primarily intended for nursing, allied health, kinesiology, and other health-related majors.
• Advisory: BIOL 14 or equivalent; one of the following: ENGL 1A or 1AH or ESLL 26 or equivalent; one of the following: CHEM 1A, 25, 30A or equivalent.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week, 3 hours lab per week. 84 hours total per quarter. (84 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Introduction to law applicable to business. Social forces and the law; source of law; agencies for enforcement; and court systems and procedures. California law applicable to contracts, tort negligence, agency, and the Uniform Commercial Code. Contemporary legal issues.
• Advisory: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249; UC will award transfer credit for either BUSI 18 or BUSI 19, not both.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 5 hours lecture per week. 60 hours total per quarter. (60 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Contemporary marketing developments and applications relative to business activities that determine customer demand for products and services. Focus on market planning strategy, determining the right product, price, distribution and promotion elements and evaluating the results of effective marketing decision-making from both a marketer's and a consumer's perspective.
• Advisory: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249; not open to students with credit in BUSI 90.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter. (48 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Systematic treatment of intermediate concepts in computer science through the study of Python object-oriented programming (OOP). Coding topics include Python sequences, user-defined classes and interfaces, modules, packages, collection classes, threads, lambda expressions, list comprehensions, regular expressions and multi-dimensional arrays. Concept topics include OOP project design, recursion, inheritance, polymorphism, functional programming, linked-lists, FIFOs, LIFOs, event-driven parsing, exceptions, and guarded code.
• Prerequisite: C S 3A.
• Advisory: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week, 2 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Provides an opportunity for the student to expand their studies in Computer Science by completing a project or an assignment arranged by agreement between the student and instructor. The student is required to contract with the instructor to determine the scope of assignment and the unit value assigned for successful completion. Students may take a maximum of 6 units of Independent Study per department.
• Advisory: Recommended preparation will be determined by instructor after interviewing the student pre-contract.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lab per week. 36 hours total per quarter. (36 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Formerly: Formerly: CHLD 88
• Description: An examination of the developing child in a societal context focusing on interrelationship of family, school, and community, and emphasizing historical and sociocultural factors. The processes of socialization and identity development will be highlighted, showing the importance of respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in CHLD 88.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter. (48 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Introduction to Foothill College academic policies, resources, programs and services; tools for career exploration, determination and decision making; choosing the right classes based on career/academic goals, the transfer process; study skills; time management and formulation of computer based educational plans.
• Advisory: ESLL 236 & 237; maximum UC credit awarded for completion of CNSL 1 and CNSL 5 is 4.5 quarter units; not open to students with credit in CNSL 50.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week. 12 hours total per quarter. (12 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Course will introduce EOPS/CARE students to various EOPS services, policies and requirements governing programs. Course encourages collaborative learning, educational attainment; promotes student retention, persistence, success. Topics included: financial aid/scholarship applications, identifying campus resources, budgeting and managing money, cultural identity and experiences, goal-setting, self-esteem, career options, managing time.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in CNSL 175.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week. 12 hours total per quarter. (12 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: None

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• Description: Introduction to the analysis, theory and history of rhetoric and public address; application of principles of public address to the preparation and delivery of public speeches.
• Advisory: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249; not open to students with credit in COMM 1AH or SPCH 1A.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 5 hours lecture per week. 60 hours total per quarter. (60 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Communication & Analytical Thinking
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Analysis of the principles of group interaction and decision making. Participation in discussion groups designed to share information, solve problems and reach consensus.
• Advisory: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249; not open to students with credit in SPCH 4.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 5 hours lecture per week. 60 hours total per quarter. (60 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Communication & Analytical Thinking
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: A seminar in directed readings, discussions and projects in economics. Specific topics to be determined by the instructor.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in ECON 34 or 34H.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week. 12 hours total per quarter. (12 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Formerly: Formerly: EMT 203, 303
• Description: This course meets the education requirements as specified by the California Emergency Medical Services Authority, the Emergency Medical Authority of Santa Clara County and the National Registry of EMT (NREMT) of 40 hours. Intended for both pre-employed personnel and those persons currently employed by a fire department or ambulance service within the County of Santa Clara. Review and update the knowledge and skills required for basic certification. Students maintaining their National Registry of Emergency Technicians (NREMT) certification will meet the NREMT transition requirements with this course.
• Advisory: Students must possess either a current EMT certificate or a certification which has been expired for no more than 24 months (must complete before the end of that month); students who have not fulfilled NREMT requirements within one year of EMT course completion may enroll; students must also possess current certification in American Red Cross CPR-BLS for the Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association CPR for the Healthcare Provider; students may repeat this course without petition when necessary to meet a legally mandated training requirement as a condition of volunteer or paid employment.
• Repeatability: Unlimited Repeatability.
• Hours: 2 hours lecture per week, 1.5 hours lab per week. 42 hours total per quarter. (42 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: None

• Description: Techniques and practice of expository and argumentative writing based on critical reading and thinking about texts. Reading focused primarily on works of non-fiction prose, chosen to represent a broad spectrum of opinions and ideas, writing styles, and cultural experiences. Fulfills the Foothill College reading and composition requirement for the AA/AS degree and the university-transfer general education requirement in English reading and written composition.
• Prerequisite: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249.
• Corequisite: For students who do not meet the prerequisite requirement, concurrent enrollment in ENGL 246A or ESLL 201A or NCEN 401A is required, depending on placement by multiple measures.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in ENGL 1AH; students may enroll in ENGL 1A or 1T, but not both, for credit.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 5 hours lecture per week. 60 hours total per quarter. (60 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:English
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Further development in the technique and practice of analytical, critical, and argumentative writing through critical reading of literature. Course focuses on literary works from major genres to promote appreciation of literature and represent a broad spectrum of opinions and ideas, writing styles, and cultural experiences. Formal instruction in composition and critical thinking.
• Prerequisite: One of the following: ENGL 1A or 1AH or ESLL 26.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in ENGL 1BH.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 5 hours lecture per week. 60 hours total per quarter. (60 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Communication & Analytical Thinking
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Introduction to graphic design and visual communication. Projects include composition, typography, image editing and logo design. Design principles are explored through creative projects. Students practice fundamental software skills using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to complete the graphic design activities in this course.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in GID 50 or GRDS 53.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lecture per week, 3 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: This course introduces the creative and technical aspects of computer and video game art and design. Students learn conceptual and practical skills for bringing a comprehensive artistic vision to the creation of computer and video games, including concept art, character design, interface design, storytelling, and gameplay. Projects emphasize creative design processes and digital prototyping of art for 2-D and 3-D computer and video games.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lecture per week, 3 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Design and develop successful user experiences (UI/UX) for mobile devices. Identify users and analyze their needs and behaviors. Organize content, create pathways, design media, and produce reusable elements. Appreciate the significance of branding. Conduct usability testing and collect data. Design iterations based on data findings. Explore issues in mobile design for multiple devices. Develop proficiency with professional software for mobile development.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lecture per week, 3 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Learn how to design games for smart phones and mobile devices. This course explores the design and development processes for mobile games. The course introduces the concepts of character design, scene design, and asset creation for mobile games. Students use mobile game design tools and techniques, including animation, game mechanics, scalable vector graphics, and sound effects, to build interactive game experiences. Professional techniques for game design planning and rapid prototyping, distribution, and promotion of mobile games are presented. Students develop proficiency with professional software for mobile game design.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lecture per week, 3 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: History of the United States from 1812 to 1914. Survey of the political, economic, cultural, and social development of the United States with emphasis on its contentious expansion into the North American west, its evolution as an economic world power, and the conflict over the application of the ideals of freedom and equality across race, class, and gender lines.
• Advisory: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter. (48 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Social & Behavioral Sciences
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: An interdisciplinary and thematic approach to the history of human culture and ideas. Major eras covered include China's Qing Dynasty, the people and Empires of North, South and Central America, the Renaissance, the Age of Encounters, the Enlightenment, the Ottoman Empire, the Romantic Period and the Industrial Revolution. As an honors course, this is a full seminar with advanced teaching methods focusing on major writing, reading and research assignments, student class presentations, group discussions and interactions.
• Advisory: One of the following: ENGL 1A or 1AH or ESLL 26; not open to students with credit in HUMN 5.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter. (48 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Humanities
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: An introduction to gathering, synthesizing/organizing, and writing news in journalistic style across multiple platforms. Includes role of the journalist and related legal and ethical issues, including instruction and practice in reporting and the fundamentals of newswriting for media, with analysis of typical news stories. Concentration on the language and style of news writing; organization and structure of news stories; the lead and the basic story types. Students will report and write based on their original interviews and research to produce news content. Experiences may include covering speeches, meetings, and other events, writing under deadline, and use of AP Style.
• Advisory: ENGL 1A or 1AH or ESLL 26; not open to students with credit in JRNL 52A.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week, 3 hours lab per week. 84 hours total per quarter. (84 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Students examine the history of sports and its significance in economics and politics, and the role of race, ethnicity, culture and gender in sport and society. Students also examine specific issues, such as the emergence of professional and collegiate sports in the United States, questions of ethics, commercialization, the relationship between sports and media, the internationalization of sports, and the Olympic movement. Students will also examine youth sport and the current status of youth sport in the United States.
• Advisory: Maximum UC credit awarded for any or all of the following courses combined is 12 units: KINS 2, 3, 8A, 8B; not open to students with credit in H P 1B or PHED 2.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 5 hours lecture per week. 60 hours total per quarter. (60 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Social & Behavioral Sciences
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Examination of how the cultural, political, psychological and historical dimensions of sport and other forms of movement are illustrated and portrayed in feature films and documentaries. Representations of identity, power, performance, social justice, and the body are also analyzed within the art form.
• Advisory: Possible movie rental fee, as well as permission slip for those students under the age of 18.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter. (48 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Humanities
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Provides the layperson with the knowledge and skills to respond to an emergency. Certification opportunity in First Aid and CPR/AED.
• Advisory: UC transfer credit is limited for some KINS courses—please see assist.org for details; not open to students with credit in PHED 15 or 66.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week, 1 hour lab per week. 24 hours total per quarter. (24 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Athletic injury prevention is emphasized through pre-participation physical exams, exercise programs, preventative taping, proper fitting of equipment, and protective braces.
• Advisory: Internet access to complete quizzes, discussions, and assignments; not open to students with credit in H P 67A, PHED 16A or 67A.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 2 hours lecture per week, 3 hours lab per week. 60 hours total per quarter. (60 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Lifelong Understanding
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Hands-on experience in athletic emergency care, athletic injury prevention, therapeutic treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries in the on-campus Athletic Treatment Center. Observation of orthopedic surgical procedures with the permission of the team physician is available.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in H P 52A or PHED 62A.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 9 hours lab per week. 108 hours total per quarter. (108 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Hands-on experience in athletic emergency care, athletic injury prevention, therapeutic treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries in the on-campus Athletic Treatment Center. Observation of orthopedic surgical procedures with the permission of the team physician is available.
• Prerequisite: KINS 62A.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in H P 52A or PHED 62B.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 9 hours lab per week. 108 hours total per quarter. (108 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Hands-on experience in emergency care, injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries in the on-campus Athletic Treatment Center. Off-campus athletic training facilities and outpatient physical therapy clinics may also be utilized for the internship. Observation of orthopedic surgical procedures with the permission of the team physician is available.
• Prerequisite: KINS 62B.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in H P 52B or PHED 62C.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 9 hours lab per week. 108 hours total per quarter. (108 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Hands-on experience in emergency care, injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries in the on-campus Athletic Treatment Center. Off-campus athletic training facilities and outpatient physical therapy clinics may be utilized for the internship. Observation of orthopedic surgical procedures with the permission of the team physician is available.
• Prerequisite: KINS 62C.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in PHED 62D.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 9 hours lab per week. 108 hours total per quarter. (108 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Advanced experience in athletic emergency care, athletic injury prevention, therapeutic treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Observation of orthopedic surgeries, assisting in physical therapy clinics or other related allied health settings complement the on-campus Athletic Treatment Center.
• Prerequisite: KINS 62D.
• Advisory: Not open to students with credit in PHED 62E.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 9 hours lab per week. 108 hours total per quarter. (108 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: The first of two courses in the Statway sequence. Covers concepts and methods of statistics with an emphasis on data analysis. Topics include methods for collecting data, graphical and numerical descriptive statistics, correlation, simple linear regression, basic concepts of probability, confidence intervals and hypothesis tests for means and proportions, chi-square tests, and ANOVA. Application problems will be taken from the fields of business, economics, medicine, engineering, education, psychology, and sociology, and from culturally-diverse situations. This sequence is recommended for students with majors that require no mathematics beyond freshman-level statistics.
• Advisory: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 5 hours lecture per week. 60 hours total per quarter. (60 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: None

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• Description: Part one of a bridge to college level mathematics program for students who seek to refresh mathematical reasoning, computational skills, and test-taking strategies. Topics include mathematical skills from arithmetic and pre-algebra.
• Repeatability: Unlimited Repeatability.
• Hours: 25 hours lecture per quarter. 25 hours total per quarter. (25 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: None

• Description: Introduction to college-level English coursework, providing awareness of and access to college resources and pathways, and instruction in and review of reading comprehension, writing, critical thinking, metacognition, and study strategies. Students develop techniques for understanding, discussing and writing about college-level texts; practice sentence-combining, grammar, and mechanics; reflect on their own reading and writing process; evaluate and create strategic approaches for college-level assignments across the disciplines; practice metacognitive and mindfulness activities designed to engage self-reflection and improve self-efficacy; and learn tactics for approaching high-stakes assignments. Emphasis is placed on developing positive attitudes and methods when tackling challenging texts and high-stakes writing assignments, such as timed exams, text-based essays, research essays, and presentations. Focus on collaboration with instructors, counselors, embedded tutors, and fellow students, to build confidence and gain the tools to succeed in college.
• Advisory: Not recommended for students in the ESLL pathway, or those who have already taken ENGL 1A or higher.
• Repeatability: Unlimited Repeatability.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter. (48 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: None

• Description: Principles and methods of practice in the discipline of beginning hatha yoga. Emphasis on the practice and demonstration of the beginning postures and the usage of hatha yoga for increased focus and concentration, integration of personal values and actions, and integration of mind, body, and spirit.
• Advisory: This course is included in the Flexibility & Stability family of activity courses.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lab per week. 36 hours total per quarter. (36 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Lifelong Understanding
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: Intermediate training in yoga skills and techniques with independent, group, and personalized training. Emphasis is on practice of intermediate asanas (poses) and pranayama (breathing techniques) with the introduction of ujayi breath.
• Advisory: This course is included in the Flexibility & Stability family of activity courses.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lab per week. 36 hours total per quarter. (36 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Lifelong Understanding
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: A combination of the traditional forms of yoga woven into one powerful all-inclusive practice. Postures are combined into a vigorous, flowing series, linking one movement to the next, building strength, flexibility, and endurance.
• Advisory: This course is included in the Flexibility & Stability family of activity courses.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lab per week. 36 hours total per quarter. (36 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Lifelong Understanding
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: A total body conditioning course that emphasizes intense free weight exercises set to music and incorporates core conditioning. Featured equipment includes dumbbells, body bar, resistance bands, body weight, and balls. Students must provide their own fitness mat.
• Advisory: This course is included in the Strength Development family of activity courses.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lab per week. 36 hours total per quarter. (36 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Lifelong Understanding
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

• Description: A survey of the historical and practical aspects of photography as an art form and social document. Students will be introduced to the use of light, composition and communication through images. Significant photographers from a diversity of backgrounds will inspire students in the practice of photography and developing an understanding of the varied uses of the photographic image in our culture, including advertising, journalism, social concern, fine art, and scientific applications.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 3 hours lecture per week, 3 hours lab per week. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.)
• Foothill GE Area:Humanities
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Introduction to the pharmaceutical sciences and the functions of a pharmacy technician in health care. Role of the pharmacy technician, areas of specialization in the field, technical standards, state registration requirements and employment opportunities.
• Advisory: Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week. 12 hours total per quarter. (12 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: None

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• Description: Overview of Radiologic Technology as a career. Radiographic terminology, positioning for abdomen, vital sign assessment, introduction to x-ray protection and production, radiographic image formation, patient care, basic computer operation and Internet application. Overview of program structure and student services. Intended for students in the Radiologic Technology Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.
• Prerequisites: AHS 52 and BIOL 40A, 40B and 40C or equivalent and R T 200L.
• Corequisite: R T 53.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 2 hours lecture per week. 24 hours total per quarter. (24 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Orientation to radiation sciences, with emphasis on clinical participation. Intended for students in the Radiologic Technology Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.
• Corequisite: R T 50.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 150 hours lab per week. This is a 7 week clinical laboratory course. 150 hours total per quarter. (150 hours total per quarter.) This is a 7 week clinical laboratory course.
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Fourth of four courses that includes clinical participation and application of basic positioning, patient care, equipment manipulation, radiation protection and image analysis. Emphasis is placed on pediatric radiography, venipuncture and fluoroscopy. A clinical presentation is also required with the emphasis on pathology. Intended for students in the Radiologic Technology Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.
• Prerequisite: R T 53C.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 27 hours lab per week. This is a clinical laboratory course. 324 hours total per quarter. (324 hours total per quarter.) This is a clinical laboratory course.
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Principles of radiation protection and fluoroscopic equipment, application of special equipment, illumination, anatomy and physiology of the eye and relationship of internal organs. Intended for students in the Radiologic Technology Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.
• Prerequisite: R T 55C or current certification in Radiologic Technology or Radiation Therapy Technology.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 40 hours lecture per quarter, 15 hours lab per week. This course does not meet a full 12 weeks. 55 hours total per quarter. (55 hours total per quarter.) This course does not meet a full 12 weeks.
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Designed as a practicum in an interventional radiology department. Practical experience is implemented to expose the student to the principles of angiography with emphasis on mastery of the knowledge, insight, and skills required to perform angiographic procedures, with emphasis on the history of angiography, central venous access procedures, genitourinary and gastrointestinal nonvascular procedures and peripheral procedures.
• Prerequisites: Current ARRT and CRT certification as a Radiologic Technologist and R T 62B and 62C.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 40 hours lab per week. This is a clinical laboratory course. 480 hours total per quarter. (480 hours total per quarter.) This is a clinical laboratory course.
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Principles and practices of intravenous injection. Includes theory, demonstration, and application of venipuncture equipment and solutions, puncture techniques, complications, and post-puncture care. Meets state of California qualifications for didactic certification in venipuncture for Radiologic Technologists. Intended for students in the Radiologic Technology Program and/or currently certified Radiologic Technologists; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.
• Prerequisites: R T 51C or current Certification in Radiologic Technology and current Health Care Provider CPR card.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week, 1.5 hours lab per week. 30 hours total per quarter. (30 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: This course focuses on patient care, safety, image production and procedures related to computed tomography as well as clinical practicum in a computed tomography department. Practical experience is implemented to expose the post-graduate radiologic technology student to the principles of CT with emphasis on mastery of the knowledge, insight and skills required to perform CT procedures.
• Prerequisites: Current ARRT and CRT certification as a Radiologic Technologist and R T 62A and 62C.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 16 hours lecture per quarter, 480 hours lab per week. 2 hours lecture per week for the first 8 weeks; 40 hours clinical laboratory per week for 12 weeks. This is a clinical laboratory course with 16 hours of didactic content. 496 hours total per quarter. (496 hours total per quarter.) 2 hours lecture per week for the first 8 weeks; 40 hours clinical laboratory per week for 12 weeks. This is a clinical laboratory course with 16 hours of didactic content.
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Introduction to the radiological sciences and its role in health care. Focus on the use of ionizing radiation in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and on the health professionals responsible for providing this medical specialty. Discussion of requirements for the Radiologic Technology Program. Three hours hospital observation included.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 18 hours lecture per quarter. 18 hours total per quarter. (18 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: None

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• Description: Exposure to hospital departments. Clinical application of respiratory therapy procedures. Interpretation of basic diagnostic data and correlation to applied therapies. Intended for students in the Respiratory Therapy Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.
• Prerequisite: RSPT 50C.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 6 hours lab per week. This is a clinical laboratory course. 72 hours total per quarter. (72 hours total per quarter.) This is a clinical laboratory course.
• Transferability: CSU
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Students will gain practical experience in the application of production responsibilities in any of the following: stage management, house management, construction, scenery, properties, costume, lighting, sound, and running crews.
• Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in THTR 21A; students must meet with the instructor during the first week of the quarter to schedule hours and responsibilities; this course is included in the Production-Technical family of activity courses; not open to students with credit in THTR 99A.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week, 9 hours lab per week. 120 hours total per quarter. (120 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Students will gain a practical experience in the application of production responsibilities in any of the following theatre technical areas: construction, scenery, properties, costume, lighting, sound, special effects and running crews, based on the students' level of experience and the demands of the current department productions. Students will assume greater responsibility for the planning and scheduling of work in their assigned area.
• Prerequisite: THTR 45A.
• Advisory: Students must meet with the instructor during the first week of the quarter to arrange hours and assignments; this course is included in the Production-Technical family of activity courses; not open to students with credit in THTR 99B.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week, 9 hours lab per week. 120 hours total per quarter. (120 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Continuation of THTR 45B. Students will gain additional practical experience in the application of production responsibilities in any of the following: construction, scenery, properties, costume, lighting, sound, and running crews. Students will assume greater responsibility for the design and implementation of technical elements for a theatrical production as department heads or group leaders.
• Prerequisite: THTR 45B.
• Advisory: Students must meet with the instructor during the first week of the quarter to arrange hours and assignments; this course is included in the Production-Technical family of activity courses; not open to students with credit in THTR 99C.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week, 9 hours lab per week. 120 hours total per quarter. (120 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Students will gain practical experience with backstage functions of theatre crews. Students will work with faculty and professional mentors to develop a full theatrical production.
• Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in THTR 21A; students must meet with the instructor during the first week of the quarter to arrange hours and assignments; this course is included in the Production-Technical family of activity courses; not open to students with credit in THTR 99D.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 1 hour lecture per week, 9 hours lab per week. 120 hours total per quarter. (120 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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• Description: Students will gain practical experience in the application of production management responsibilities in any of the following: stage management, house management, production management, or technical department management.
• Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in THTR 21A and 45A; lab hours will occur on specific evenings and weekends during the quarter; required meeting with instructor during first week of quarter to assign responsibilities and hours per production schedule; this course is included in the Production-Technical family of activity courses; not open to students with credit in THTR 99E.
• Repeatability: Not Repeatable.
• Hours: 2 hours lecture per week, 12 hours lab per week. 168 hours total per quarter. (168 hours total per quarter.)
• Transferability: CSU and UC
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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