Personal Development

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PD 9 DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT 0.5 Units Pass/No Pass only. Individual diagnostic assessment to identify learning strengths and weaknesses along with an appropriate education plan based upon assessment results. (Repeatable) [ND]
PD 9 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74451 PD 9 S01 TBA-TBA TBA S108 Charter,Patricia 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This course is designed for students with disabilities. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 18 ADAPTED COMPUTER INSTRUCTION 2 Units Grade only. Introduces students with disabilities to basic computer vocabulary, functions of computers, and common computer software applications using adapted technology. Provides specialized computer- delivered instruction to improve information processing skills, and/or composing skills adapted to the needs of the individual student's disability. (Repeatable) [ND]
PD 18 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74446 PD 18 S01 10:00AM-10:50AM MW 421 Post,Franklin 18 5*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This course is designed for students with disabilities. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 21 ADAPTED COMPUTER SUPPORT LABORATORY I 1 Unit Pass/No Pass only. Provides students with disabilities access to specialized hardware and software designed to learn or improve basic skills in adaptive technologies, cognitive retraining software, educational technologies, computers, and study skills. Students will work in the computer lab following their individual educational contract. Laboratory time arranged with the instructor. (Repeatable) [ND]
PD 21 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74447 PD 21 S01 TBA-TBA TBA 421 Post,Franklin 18 11*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This course is designed for students with disabilities. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 22 ADAPTED COMPUTER SUPPORT LABORATORY II 2 Units Pass/No Pass only. Provides students with specialized programs designed to improve basic skills in reading, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, speech, computers, and study skills. Students will work in the computer lab following their individual educational contract. Laboratory time arranged with the instructor. [ND]
PD 22 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74448 PD 22 S01 TBA-TBA TBA 421 Post,Franklin 18 15*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This course is designed for students with disabilities. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 23 ADAPTED COMPUTER SUPPORT LABORATORY III 3 Units Pass/No Pass only. Provides students with specialized programs designed to improve basic skills in reading, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, speech, computers, and study skills. Students will work in the computer lab following their individual educational contract. Laboratory time arranged with the instructor. [ND]
PD 23 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74449 PD 23 S01 TBA-TBA TBA 421 Post,Franklin 18 15*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This course is designed for students with disabilities. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 89 FUNDAMENTALS OF MATHEMATICS 3 Units Grade only. Basic mathematics course which uses special instructional methods and materials to teach learning strategies for computation, problem solving, and real life applications. Prepares students to enter into MATH 20. (Repeatable) [ND]
PD 89 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74450 PD 89 S01 11:00AM-12:15PM MW 436 Charter,Patricia 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This course is designed for students with disabilities. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 100 LIFELONG SUCCESS 3 Units Applies physiological, social, and psychological principles to college, work and life success. Uses assessment of personality, interests, skills, and values to identify major and career options. Uses learning styles, psychological principles of learning, life management, and creative and critical thinking techniques to promote health and lifelong learning. [D; CSU, UC]
PD 100 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74433 PD 100 01 09:30AM-10:45AM TTH 105C Ramirez,David 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74434 PD 100 02 09:00AM-09:50AM MWF 105C Abuan,Maria 18 4*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 Must be concurrently enrolled in ENGL-114-21. This section is part of the 'Bayan/Fil Am Focus' Learning Community. For information please contact Professor Abuan at 619-421-6700 ext. 5702. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74435 PD 100 04 10:00AM-10:50AM MWF 105C Abuan,Maria 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74436 PD 100 05 09:30AM-10:45AM TTH 225 Guaracha,Veronica 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74437 PD 100 09 11:00AM-11:50AM MWF 105C Guaracha,Veronica 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74438 PD 100 11 12:00PM-01:15PM MW 105C Ramirez,David 18 3*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 Must be concurrently enrolled in ENGL-114-19. This class is part of the Puente Program Learning Community. Prior admission to the Puente Project is required. For further details, please contact the Counseling Center, 619-482-6317. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
74439 PD 100 501 ONLINE ONLINE ONLINE Lesh,Caree 18 0*
ONLINE Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
75534 PD 100 CB3 01:45PM-03:10PM T OHS McSwain,Kimi 19 1*
    12:51PM-02:16PM TH OHS      
EXTENSION SITE - DAY Begins: 8/7/2012 Ends: 12/11/2012 College Bound To enroll, please contact Juan Tapia, 619-421-6700, ext. 5631 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
75535 PD 100 CB4 01:45PM-03:10PM T OHS McSwain,Kimi 19 30*
    12:51PM-02:16PM TH OHS      
EXTENSION SITE - DAY Begins: 8/7/2012 Ends: 12/11/2012 College Bound To enroll, please contact Juan Tapia, 619-421-6700, ext. 5631 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 101 ORIENTATION TO COLLEGE 1 Unit Pass/No Pass only. Designed to assist students in obtaining skills and knowledge necessary to reach their educational objectives. Includes career exploration, time management, campus resources, decision making, and educational planning. [D; CSU]
PD 101 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74442 PD 101 S10 12:00PM-01:15PM TTH 436 Constein,Maria 6 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/28/2012 Ends: 10/4/2012 This course is designed for students with disabilities. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
75085 PD 101 S11 12:00PM-01:15PM TTH 436 Constein,Maria 6 21*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 10/9/2012 Ends: 11/15/2012 This course is designed for students with disabilities. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 110 COLLEGE SUCCESS SKILLS 3 Units A team-taught, comprehensive course designed to assist students in attaining lifelong academic, professional, and personal success. Includes critical thinking and analysis; time and task management; learning styles; personal and educational goals and values; physiosocial and psychological health; memory and concentration; academic study strategies; and use of college resources. (Same as LS 110.) [D; CSU]
PD 110 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
75086 PD 110 S01 12:30PM-01:45PM MW 436 Carulli,Lisa 18 0*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This course is designed for students with disabilities. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 114 TRANSITIONS IN HIGHER EDUCATION 3 Units [Recommended Preparation: RDG 158 or the equivalent skill level as determined by the Southwestern College Reading Assessment or equivalent; ENGL 114 or the equivalent skill level as determined by the Southwestern College English Assessment or equivalent.] Covers a step-by-step approach toward identifying and describing psychosocial, physiological, and academic matters involved with transition to higher education. Includes a study of the culture and rules of higher education, effective decision making skills and strategies, motivation, goal attainment, cultural competency, finance and budgeting, college resources, researching university selections, and health and safety. [D; CSU; UC]
PD 114 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74444 PD 114 501 ONLINE ONLINE ONLINE Williams Melendrez,Janelle 18 12*
ONLINE Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 116 STUDENT SEMINAR 2 Units Grade only. Teaches students of all ages strategies for academic and personal success. Develops essential study and interpersonal skills. Includes current issues in higher education, college support services, library and academic technology services, and campus information used throughout the student's academic career. (Same as LS 116.) [D; CSU]
PD 116 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
74445 PD 116 03 10:00AM-10:50AM TTH 105B Williams Melendrez,Janelle 18 3*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 You must be concurrently enrolled in COMM-103-29 and ENGL-114-23. This section is part of the Exponential Learning Academy (TELA), a learning community that focuses on the African American experience and university transfer. For further details contact the EOPS Front Desk at 619-482-6456. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
75079 PD 116 05 10:00AM-10:50AM MW 1601 Sayasenh,Samone 18 8*
MAIN CAMPUS - DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
75532 PD 116 CB3 11:10AM-12:00PM MTW PAHS Rodriguez,Lisa 16 1*
EXTENSION SITE - DAY Begins: 8/29/2012 Ends: 12/12/2012 College Bound To enroll, please contact Juan Tapia, 619-421-6700, ext. 5631 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
75533 PD 116 CB4 11:10AM-12:00PM MTW PAHS Rodriguez,Lisa 16 32*
EXTENSION SITE - DAY Begins: 8/29/2012 Ends: 12/12/2012 College Bound To enroll, please contact Juan Tapia, 619-421-6700, ext. 5631 *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 290 OCCUPATIONAL COOPERATIVE EDUCATION I 2 Units Grade only. [Limitation on Enrollment: Declared vocational education major. Recommended Concurrent Enrollment: Enrollment in one other class directly related to declared vocational major in order to apply learned theory in a practical hands-on setting through an internship class.] Applies principles and skills acquired in vocational educational majors to on-the-job assignments allowing application of the theory learned in the student's major. Evaluation of job oriented learning objectives and student performance will be conducted by supervisor and instructor. Open to students with majors not having an assigned cooperative work experience class. (Repeatable---not to exceed four units per level.) [D; CSU]
PD 290 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
75176 PD 290 601 05:30PM-06:20PM T 201 Finn,Scott 18 0*
    TBA-TBA TBA      
HYBRID/MAIN CAMPUS - EVENING, DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This is a Hybrid course. On-campus meetings and online participation are required. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 291 OCCUPATIONAL COOPERATIVE EDUCATION II 2 Units Grade only. [Prerequisite: PD 290 or equivalent. Limitation on Enrollment: Declared vocational education major. Recommended Concurrent Enrollment: Enrollment in one other class directly related to declared vocational major in order to apply learned theory in a practical hands-on setting through an internship class.] Applies principles and skills acquired in vocational educational majors to on-the-job assignments allowing application of the theory learned in the student's major. Evaluation of job oriented learning objectives and student performance will be conducted by supervisor and instructor. Open to students with majors not having an assigned cooperative work experience class. (Repeatable---not to exceed four units per level.) [D; CSU]
PD 291 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
75177 PD 291 601 05:30PM-06:20PM T 201 Finn,Scott 18 15*
    TBA-TBA TBA      
HYBRID/MAIN CAMPUS - EVENING, DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This is a Hybrid course. On-campus meetings and online participation are required. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 292 OCCUPATIONAL COOPERATIVE EDUCATION III EXPERIENCE III 2 Units Grade only. [Prerequisite: PD 291 or equivalent. Limitation on Enrollment: Declared vocational education major. Recommended Concurrent Enrollment: Enrollment in one other class directly related to declared vocational major in order to apply learned theory in a practical hands-on setting through an internship class.] Applies principles and skills acquired in vocational educational majors to on-the-job assignments allowing application of the theory learned in the student's major. Evaluation of job oriented learning objectives and student performance will be conducted by supervisor and instructor. Open to students with majors not having an assigned cooperative work experience class. (Repeatable---not to exceed four units per level.) [D; CSU]
PD 292 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
75178 PD 292 601 05:30PM-06:20PM T 201 Finn,Scott 18 15*
    TBA-TBA TBA      
HYBRID/MAIN CAMPUS - EVENING, DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This is a Hybrid course. On-campus meetings and online participation are required. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
PD 293 OCCUPATIONAL COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IV 2 Units Grade only. [Prerequisite: PD 292 or equivalent. Limitation on Enrollment: Declared vocational education major. Recommended Concurrent Enrollment: Enrollment in one other class directly related to declared vocational major in order to apply learned theory in a practical hands-on setting through an internship class.] Applies principles and skills acquired in vocational educational majors to on-the-job assignments allowing application of the theory learned in the student's major. Evaluation of job oriented learning objectives and student performance will be conducted by supervisor and instructor. Open to students with majors not having an assigned cooperative work experience class. (Repeatable---not to exceed four units per level.) [D; CSU]
PD 293 Sections Offered
Cls No. Crs/Sect No. Time Days Room Instructor #Weeks #Seats
75179 PD 293 601 05:30PM-06:20PM T 201 Finn,Scott 18 15*
    TBA-TBA TBA      
HYBRID/MAIN CAMPUS - EVENING, DAY Begins: 8/20/2012 Ends: 12/20/2012 This is a Hybrid course. On-campus meetings and online participation are required. *Open seats as of Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:15 PM
Total Courses: 15 Total Sections: 27
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On-campus meetings and participation are required.

In addition to face-to-face meetings, hybrid courses entail online assignments and activities, typically conducted through Blackboard, such as discussion board posts, quizzes, WebQuests and more.
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Honors courses provide enhanced admission opportunities, increased scholarship opportunities and special recognition on transcripts.

For more details about the Honors Program, see swccd.edu/honorsprogram