II. LA PRISIÓN PERMANENTE REVISABLE CONFORME A LA LO 1/2015,
3. Aplicación de la prisión permanente revisable: requisitos
3.1. Delitos a los que se aplica la prisión permanente revisable
131 Statics (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.
A first course in engineering mechanics. Considers two and three dimensional analysis of force systems on particles and rigid bodies in equilibrium. Topics also include static analysis of trusses, beams, and cables; determination of center of gravity, centroids, friction, and moments of inertia of area and mass.
English
The results of the English Placement Process must be on file at the Assessment Center in order to enroll in English 21, 28 or 101 and above, English 82, or 84-87.
All students planning to enroll in an English course for the first time are expected to complete the English Placement Process at the Pierce College Assessment Center. Contact the Assessment Center at (818) 719-6499 for an appointment and sample test information. Placement results or prerequisite courses taken at other colleges may be presented to the Assessment Center to be substituted for the Pierce English Placement test.
Placement recommendations made through the English Placement Process are intended to assist students enrolling in classes where they are most likely to succeed. Upon completing the process, students are informed of their placement and given their authorization to enroll.
English Writing Laboratory
Open to any regularly enrolled student in Pierce College.
21 English Fundamentals (3) (NDA)
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 20 or English 87 with a grade of “C” or better, or
appropriate skill level demonstrated through the English placement process.
Emphasizes improvement of writing, particularly sentences and paragraphs, and supplements and reinforces basic communication skills including punctuation, spelling and sentence structure. Develops ability to read analytically and think logically.
28 Intermediate Reading and Composition (3)
Satisfies reading and composition competency requirements for AA degree. Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 21 with a grade of “C” or better; or appropriate skill
level demonstrated through the English placement process.
Introduces the student to the elements of composition and critical reading. Designed to assist the student to make a successful transition to English 101. Emphasizes grammar, sentence structure, paragraph and essay writing.
32 College Literary Magazine Editing (2) RPT 3
Lecture 2 hours.
This course studies the ways to process poetry and prose submitted to the editor of the literary magazine (Direction), including critical evaluation of short stories and poetry, rewriting, editing, and copy reading. In addition, it includes printshop experience doing makeup and proof-reading, study and evaluation of other college literary magazines, and training in magazine promotion and sales.
Course
Descriptions
Laboratory 2 hours.
An independent workshop for the writing and/or editing of poetry, short fiction, drama and essays intended for publication in the college literary magazine.
79 Beginning College English as a Second Language (6) (NDA)
Lecture 6 hours.
An integrated skills course intended for students whose native language is not English. Introduces basic English grammar, basic sentence structure, vocabulary, beginning reading for comprehension, guided writing, and oral communication.
82 Introduction to College English as a Second Language (5) (NDA)
Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: English 79 with a grade of “C” or better, or appropriate skill
level demonstrated through the ESL placement process.
An integrated skills course intended for students whose native language is not English. Introduces basic English grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, beginning reading for comprehension, guided writing, and oral communication. Builds on the skills acquired in ESL 79.
84 College English as a Second Language I (5) (NDA)
Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: Appropriate skill level demonstrated through the ESL
placement process, or English 82 with a grade of “C” or better.
Specifically for students whose first language is not English. Introduces students to basic sentence patterns, simple grammar and vocabulary, reading comprehension, guided writing, and oral communication.
85 College English as a Second Language II (5) CSU
Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: Appropriate skill level demonstrated through the ESL
placement process, or English 84 with a grade of “C” or better.
Specifically for students whose first language is not English. Continues to work on the fundamentals of English as a second language. Places emphasis on writing, syntax and reading.
86 College English as a Second Language III (5) UC:CSU
Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: Appropriate skill level demonstrated through the ESL
placement process, or English 85 with a grade of “C” or better.
Specifically for students whose first language is not English. Continues to work on the fundamentals of English as a second language. Places emphasis on writing, syntax and reading.
87 Advanced ESL: Reading and Vocabulary (3) CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: Appropriate skill level demonstrated through the ESL
placement process, or English 86 with grade of “C” or better.
A reading and writing skills course designed for advanced ESL students. Includes reading and writing for comprehension, and exercises in critical reading and writing. Prerequisite is ESL 86 or appropriate skill level demonstrated through the placement process.
101 College Reading and Composition I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 28 with a “C” or better, or appropriate skill level
demonstrated through the English placement process.
Students gain proficiency in reading and writing through application of the principles of rhetoric and the techniques of critical thinking. Prerequisite is an understanding of the elements of grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. Formal research paper required. Required for English majors.
102 College Reading and Composition II (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
One of two critical thinking courses offered by the English department. Develops critical thinking and writing skills beyond the level achieved in English 101 and emphasizes logical reasoning, analysis, and strategies of argumentation using expository prose as subject matter. Designed to improve critical thinking in written arguments by applying established modes of reasoning, analyzing rhetorical strategies, evaluating logical fallacies, and detecting propaganda techniques.
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
One of two critical thinking courses offered by the English department. Focuses on developing critical analysis skills through the evaluation of “real world” modes of communications such as essays, editorials, advertising, propaganda, and electronic media. Designed to improve critical thinking in written arguments by applying established modes of reasoning, analyzing rhetorical strategies, evaluating logical fallacies, and detecting propaganda techniques. Builds on the reading and writing skills developed in English 101.
127 Creative Writing (3) **UC:CSU RPT 3
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
Presents a workshop in creative writing. Class and instructor informally discuss and criticize students’ plays, poems, short stories, and essays. Encourages student participation in campus literary publication.
203 World Literature I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
This course explores the works of great writers of the world from ancient times through the Renaissance.
204 World Literature II (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Continues the study of English 203, presenting great books of the world from the Renaissance to recent times. English 203 is not a prerequisite.
205 English Literature I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Surveys English literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the 18th century. Required for English majors.
206 English Literature II (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Continues the study of English 205, covering English literature from the 18th century to the 20th century. English 205 is not a prerequisite. Required for English majors.
207 American Literature I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Surveys American literature from its beginning to 1860.
208 American Literature II (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Continues the study of English 207, covering American literature from 1860 to the 20th century. English 207 is not a prerequisite.
210 Twentieth Century Novel (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Studies significant novels of the twentieth century. Works discussed include landmark American, British, and European novels. Explores the evolution of the novel in and the primary themes of the twentieth century.
Course
Descriptions
211 Fiction (3) UC:CSU - RPT 1
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Emphasizes selected great novels and short stories from French, German, Russian, English, American, and Spanish literature.
215 Shakespeare I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Students are introduced to the life and works of William Shakespeare, with emphasis on Shakespeare’s milieu. Emphasizes detailed study of several history plays, and earlier comedies.
216 Shakespeare II (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required. May be taken before English 215.
Introduces the life and works of William Shakespeare, with emphasis on Shakespeare’s milieu. Emphasizes detailed study of Shakespeare’s later works, especially the major tragedies.
218 Children’s Literature (3) CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
In this course, students study a selection of classic and contemporary literature suitable for children of many age levels, preschool through high school (and beyond), new readers and English language learners. Emphasis will be placed on storytelling, acquaintance with authors, and the development in children of desirable attitudes toward literature. Recommended for prospective nursery, kindergarten, elementary, and secondary teachers, parents of developing readers, literacy providers, literature consultants, librarians, and anyone who wants a foundation in what’s great about English language literature or who wants to know how to select wonderful books for readers of all ages
219 Literature of American Ethnic Groups (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
A survey of the literature of American ethnic writers: stories, novels, plays, poems, essays, and other non-fiction prose works. Works are examined in the context of traditional and contemporary problems of American ethnic groups, each of which offers a unique contribution to American society.
239 Women in Literature (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
This class focuses on major writings by women from ancient times to the present. The course considers the reflection of women’s changing status as seen by women writers.
240 Literature and the Motion Picture I (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
This course examines the comparative arts of literature and the motion picture. Includes readings of literary works, both classic and modern, screenings of film versions based upon these literary sources, discussion, and writing of critical papers.
250 Mythology and Literature (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Introduces the mythology of Western and Near-Eastern civilizations, broadened to include such other elements of folk tale as marchen, fairy tale, legend, etiological tale, fable, myth, and motif.
252 The English Bible as Literature (3) UC:CSU
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended.
A study of the Bible with the Oxford Annotated Revised Standard Version with the Apocrypha as the basic text.
270 Science Fiction - Fantasy (3) UC:CSU
(J.R.R. Tolkien, etc.)
Lecture 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 101 with a grade of “C” or better.
English 102 recommended but not required.
Presents science fiction as literature, with emphasis on the use of mythology; science fiction by scientists and nonscientists, political and philosophical oriented science fiction, and science fiction as fantasy and escape literature.
185 Directed Study - English (1) CSU - RPT 2 285 Directed Study - English (2) CSU 385 Directed Study - English (3) CSU
Conference 1 hour per unit.
Allows students to pursue Directed Study in English on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising instructor.
911-941
Cooperative Work Experience Education - English (1-4) CSU
See Cooperative Work Experience Education.
*UC Credit Limit: English 211 and 212 combined, maximum 6 units. **UC Credit Limit: Maximum one repeat.