Summer/Fall 2011 Credit Class Schedule - Kirkwood Community ...

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS . summer & Fall 2011 . Kirkwood Credit Class Schedule
Academic Prep I
> SDV-084
1
Provides individualized computer-assisted
instruction in math, reading, writing and
critical-thinking skills to academically prepare
students for future course work in their major.
(0/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
Academic Prep II
> SDV-086
1
Provides individualized computer-assisted
instruction in math, reading, writing and
critical-thinking skills to academically prepare
students for future course work in their major.
(0/2/0/0); ASE Code: B
College Prep Writing II 3
> SDV-096
Provides students with basic skill writing
instruction in a traditional class setting. This
second-semester College Prep block writing
course continues the basic writing instruction
provided in the first semester.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
College Prep Math 3
> SDV-098
Provides students with basic math skills and
instruction in a traditional class setting. This
first-semester College Prep block math course
provides basic math skills in the areas of
fractions, decimals, percent, operation and
whole number operations.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
College Prep Math II 3
> SDV-099
Provides students with math skills and
instruction in a traditional class setting. This
second-semester College Prep block math
course provides instruction in the area of order
of operation, formulas, equations, ratio and
proportion.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
How To Be Successful In College 3
> SDV-101
Provides classroom and group instruction on
skills needed to be a successful college student.
The course includes academic skill building
and covers topics such as student responsibility,
how to read a syllabus, policies and procedures
of the college, and effective goal setting to
achieve student success.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
112
College 101 3
> SDV-109
Directs students’ attention to the college
academic culture and connects them to
resources that will aid in their success. The
course is designed to facilitate each student’s
development of academic success skills.
Activities include study and classroom
performance strategies, personal
development, academic and career planning,
and participation in the college culture.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Information Literacy 1
> SDV-119
Introduces students to the library research
process. Students will learn to systematically
and efficiently locate, evaluate and use
information through hands-on practice.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Job Seeking Skills 1
> SDV-135
Assists students who will be seeking an
internship, or part-time or full-time
employment. The areas that will be covered
include how to research the job market and
companies, writing resumes and cover letters,
improving job interviewing techniques, and
how to utilize Kirkwood’s job search assistance
services.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: B
Career Decision Making 2
> SDV-160
Provides an understanding of the career
development process, and assists students in
making satisfactory career choices. Includes
self-assessment, career information research,
decision making and job search strategies.
(2/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Tools for Life Seminar 3
> SDV-175
Furthers the understanding of the
interrelationships among individuals, the
college, the family, work and society. Develops
leadership, study habits, communication skills
and decision-making abilities, especially in
education and career areas. Students consider
learning as a process.
(3/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Stress Management 1
> SDV-178
Studies causes and symptoms of stress
(positive and negative), stress management,
stress reduction, self-talk and self-esteem.
(0.5/1/0/0); ASE Code: A
Independent Study 1
> SDV-928
Broadens students’ knowledge of personal
skills, talents, interests and strengths. Focuses
on researching career information and
individually exploring a variety of career
options, with assistance from the instructor.
Students develop action plans for the future.
(1/0/0/0); ASE Code: A
Note: Permission of instructor
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