EL CAMINO COLLEGE MINUTES OF THE COLLEGE CURRICULUM COMMITTEE December 6, 2005 Present: L. Alamillo, F. Arce, D. Charman, S. Dowden, E. Martinez, V. Rapp, J. Siddiqui, C. Somin, J. Stewart, J. Young Absent (excused): P.Gebert, L. Kjeseth, S. Oda-Omori Ex-Officio Members Present: A. Collette, M. Hall, L. Suekawa Absent (excused): J. Bagnall, S. Rodriguez, A. Spor Also Present: E. Carlson, S. Cocca, C. Kroll, V. Martinez, L. Olsen, B. Perez, L. Plum, J. Schwartz, R. Way CALL TO ORDER Chair Young called the College Curriculum Committee meeting to order at 2:35 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES C. Somin moved that the minutes for the November 22, 2005, CCC meeting be approved and J. Siddiqui seconded the motion. As there were no comments, Chair Young called for a vote and the minutes were approved as presented. CHAIR’S REPORT J. Young requested that the committee consider a motion for approval of today’s minutes via the mail so that curriculum approved during the meeting can be submitted to the Board of Trustees for its approval in January. S. Dowden moved, and C. Somin seconded, that the CCC approve its December 6, 2005, minutes via the mail. Chair Young called for a vote and the motion carried. Next, the Chair directed members to the curriculum review outline, part of the day’s packet, which delineated the types and numbers of proposals scheduled to be reviewed at the CCC’s next meeting, February 28th, 2006. J Young noted that several of the proposals were for courses undergoing general education review, and reminded everyone that the criteria to be used when evaluating courses for the El Camino College general education patterns had been distributed at the last meeting. She added that the criteria will also be posted to the CCC website within the next week. Continuing, J. Young stated that course outlines submitted for general education review were also to be considered for course review. Any questions or concerns about an outline will be discussed and, if necessary, revisions will be made. The Chair then pointed out that two High School/Regional Occupational Center (ROC) agreements will be on the agenda for the February 28th meeting and told CCC representatives that guidelines for review of these types of proposals can be found in the Curriculum Handbook for El Camino College. CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 2 Chair Young concluded her report by thanking S. Dowden, Chair Pro Tempore, for leading the Monday afternoon review with the deans scheduled to present curriculum proposals at today’s meeting. VICE PRESIDENT OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS’ REPORT Vice President Arce informed the committee he recently met with Dean Miranda and Dean Rapp to discuss the Transfer Studies Major application being prepared for submission to the System Office and the revised A.A. and A. S. general education patterns. F. Arce said he will take these to Cabinet next Monday. CURRICULUM REVIEW INDUSTRY AND TECHNOLOGY PROPOSALS: Chair Young informed the division it would have 30 minutes for its presentation then gave R. Way the floor. Dean Way introduced to the committee S. Cocca of the Electronics and Computer Hardware Technology faculty, E. Carlson of the Manufacturing Technology faculty, and and V. Martinez, Technical Careers Coordinator. He then gave a brief overview of the proposed Engineering Technology program. The CCC was told that the five new courses being reviewed today are the core courses for the new Engineering Technology major and certificates scheduled to be presented to the CCC in February. This new program is patterned after a highly successful high school program and three California Community Colleges, including El Camino College, are now developing college programs. Dean Way then introduced R. Elton-Collett, who distributed a errata sheet to the CCC. R. Way began the review of the division’s proposals by outlining corrections to the proposal form that were common to all five courses. The CCC first discussed Engineering Technology 10 and agreed to revisions for the catalog description and Sections II, IV, and V of the course outline. J. Stewart remarked that students transferring to an Engineering Technology program at a four-year institution will need a math background and questioned why none of the proposed Engineering Technology courses had a math prerequisite. R. Way responded that these proposed courses, all with several required lab hours, are “hands-on” in nature. Because of the extensive class hours, faculty determined that math prerequisites were not necessary. However, the major requirements will have a mandatory math sequence that students must complete in order to earn a degree. The CCC then turned to Engineering Technology 12 and as there were no questions, review continued with Engineering Technology 14. The committee accepted revisions for Sections IV and V of the outline for this course. Next, Engineering Technology 16 was discussed. After R. Way provided a revised justification for this course, agreement was reached on revisions to the catalog description and Section IV of the outline. Engineering Technology 18, the capstone course for the program, was then reviewed. During the brief discussion, revisions to the catalog description and Sections III, IV, V, and VIII of the course outline were agreed upon. Next, the committee turned to the Industry and Technology proposals submitted for Title 5 updates. Dean Way thanked S. Dowden for the suggestions she provided prior to today’s meeting before answering her inquiry about why similar objectives and assignments appeared in the three Automotive Collision Repair/Painting courses. Dean Way explained that this time-intensive program has specific courses designed for day CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 3 students and specific courses designed for evening students. Therefore, similar material is covered in the courses. Because the courses cover the same material, students cannot earn credit in both a day and corresponding evening course. Review then began with Auto Collision Repair/Painting 2A. After minor revisions to the catalog description and Sections II and III of the course outline were noted, review turned to Auto Collision Repair/Painting 4abcd. The committee agreed to a revised catalog description note and revisions to Sections II and II of the outline. Discussion was then held on Auto Collision Repair/Painting 5abcd. A revised catalog description note was accepted, and revisions to Sections II and III of the outline were agreed to. R. Way outlined minor corrections to the outline for Fire Technology 60A and as there were no questions regarding the proposal, review turned to the Nutrition and Foods proposals. Dean Way introduced M. Lyons, adjunct faculty for the Nutrition and Foods courses, and asked that discussion begin with Nutrition and Foods 11. Revisions were agreed to for the catalog description and Sections II, IV, and V of the outline. During the review of Nutrition and Foods 15, the committee accepted revisions to this course’s catalog description and Sections III and IV of the course outline. As the division’s presentation had concluded, S. Dowden moved that the Industry and Technology proposals be approved as revised. L. Alamillo seconded the motion, which carried. J. Siddiqui moved, and V. Rapp seconded, that the conditions of enrollment be approved. The motion carried. Chair Young commended the Industry and Technology Division for presenting wellprepared proposals and then remarked that curriculum review proceeds smoothly and in a timely manner when the committee is forwarded proposals such as those from this division. HEALTH SCIENCES AND ATHLETICS PROPOSALS: J. Young informed committee members that the division’s errata sheet for Recreation 307 was in the day’s packet. She reminded everyone that today’s review was to be centered on the critical thinking assignments for this course as revisions to the rest of the outline had been agreed upon at the CCC’s last meeting. Dean Schwartz thanked S. Dowden for her suggestions regarding the assignments and then worked with the entire CCC to develop assignments that reflected critical thinking. After review of Recreation 307, Chair Young informed the CCC that the Physical Education 90ab and 91abc proposals submitted for review were being pulled from consideration. A decision had been reached that these courses should be inactivated. J. Young said she would provide more information about the inactivation of these courses later in the meeting. As the division’s presentation was finished, L. Alamillo moved, and C. Somin seconded, that the revised Recreation 307 be approved. The motion carried. V. Rapp moved that the course’s condition of enrollment be approved. C. Somin seconded the motion, which carried. J. Young then thanked L. Olsen, support staff for the Health Sciences and Athletics Division, for her help in preparing proposals. BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES PROPOSALS: C. Kroll, the counselor for the Teacher Education Program, introduced herself to the committee while distributing an errata sheet. She asked the CCC to begin the review with the Liberal Studies Major then provided the committee with a minor editorial change. C. Kroll then briefly outlined the purpose of the new option being added to the major saying that the option will be particularly beneficial to those students unsure of what type of teaching career they should pursue. The CCC then turned to Education 201. CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 4 During the ensuing discussion, a revised justification was accepted and revisions to Sections II, III, IV, and VIII of the course outline were agreed to. C. Kroll then briefly explained the summary that provided justification for this course’s communications prerequisite. At the conclusion of the discussion, V. Rapp moved that the Behavioral and Social Sciences proposals be approved. S. Dowden seconded the motion, which carried. E. Martinez moved, and J. Siddiqui seconded, that the condition of enrollment for Education 201 be approved. The motion carried. NATURAL SCIENCES PROPOSALS: B. Perez distributed an errata sheet to the committee and then began the discussion of the division’s proposals with Horticulture 46. She noted a correction to the grading method then outlined revisions to Sections II, IV, V, and VII of the course outline. These were agreed to by the CCC. As review of History of Science 11 began, Chair Young directed the CCC to first conduct course review. Consideration of the course for the associate degrees’ general education patterns would be a separate action. During the discussion of History of Science 11, agreement was reached for revisions to the catalog description and to Sections II, IV, and V of the outline. Chair Young then asked that the total number of class hours be included in Section III of the outline. She added that this is a newly instituted CCC requirement. A motion for approval of the Natural Sciences proposals was then made by J. Stewart. L. Alamillo seconded the motion, which carried. Attention turned to consideration of History of Science 11 for the general education patterns of the associate degrees. B. Perez explained that, historically, this course had been associated with the science category of general education patterns. However, last year when the course was revised and resubmitted for UC/CSU general education consideration, it was accepted for the areas associated with social science. Natural Science faculty believe the course is appropriate for both general education categories but have agreed with the A.A./A.S. Task Force’s recommendation that History of Science 11 be moved to the El Camino College Social and Behavioral Science category. J. Stewart confirmed B. Perez’s comments then moved that the CCC approve History of Science 11 for Section A. 2. Social and Behavioral Science of the A.A. and A.S. general education patterns. V. Rapp seconded the motion, which carried. BUSINESS PROPOSALS: V. Rapp, after introducing L. Plum of the Business Division support staff, distributed an errata sheet then asked that discussion begin with Business 3. Corrections to the proposal form were brought to the committee’s attention then extensive revisions to the catalog description and Sections II, III, IV, V, and VII of the course outline were discussed and agreed to. Review turned to Business 28. First, V. Rapp provided the CCC with a justification for the establishment of a prerequisite for this course. Then agreement was reached on revisions to Sections II, III, IV, V, and VIII of the course outline. At the conclusion of the discussion, J. Siddiqui moved that Business 3 and 28 be approved as revised. L. Alamillo seconded the motion, which carried. S. Dowden then moved, and E. Martinez seconded, that the conditions of enrollment be approved. The motion carried. The Business Divsion’s presentation continued with Business 15. V. Rapp informed the CCC that faculty who teach this course agreed with the determination of A.A./A.S. Degrees Task Force that Business 15 does not meet the criteria of the Mathematics CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 5 Competency area on the general education patterns for the associate degrees and that it should be removed from this area. J. Stewart moved that Business 15 be removed from Section A.6., Mathematics Competency, of the A.A. and A.S. general education patterns. C. Somin seconded the motion, which carried. PROPOSALS REVIEWED BY CCC CHAIR AND VICE PRESIDENT OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS: J. Young directed the committee to the justifications for the inactivation of Physical Education 90ab and 91abc and for the approval of the Japanese Major. The Chair explained that the Physical Education courses had not been offered for several years primarily because their funding source from Auxiliary Services had been eliminated. In addition, Title IX equity issues caused the division to stop offering the courses. These must be resolved before the courses can be offered again. J. Young continued, saying that, in the future, the courses can be reinstated once funding and regulation issues are resolved. Regarding the Japanese Major, Chair Young reminded the committee that at its last meeting, agreement was reached on the revisions the Humanities Division proposed. However, approval was withheld until the CCC Chair and the Curriculum Advisor had confirmation that all deans and counselors associated with courses that had been removed from the major’s requirements had been notified. J. Young stated that all notifications had now been made. C. Somin moved that the CCC approve the inactivation of Physical Education 90ab and 91abc and approve the revised Japanese Major. D. Charman seconded the motion, which carried. ANNOUNCEMENTS J. Young thanked the CCC for its dedicated service this past semester and said she looked forward to working with the committee next spring. Chair Young then thanked A. Collette for her hard work and her dedication to the integrity and excellence of the College’s curriculum. J. Young stated that the faculty and deans would be lost without A. Collette and that she could not do her job as Chair without A. Collette’s guidance. At 4:15 p.m., C. Somin moved, and V. Rapp seconded, that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried. EL CAMINO COLLEGE COLLEGE CURRICULUM COMMITTEE Proposed Curriculum Changes December 6, 2005 BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES DIVISION CHANGES IN DESCRIPTIVE TITLE, CATALOG DESCRIPTION; COURSE REVIEW Current Status/Proposed Change 1. Education 201 – The Elementary Teaching Profession Foundations in Education CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 6 In this course, This course introduces students will explore to the philosophy, history, concepts and sociology of education as it relates to elementary school issues related to teaching kindergarten through grade twelve (K-12). Topics will include learning theories, contemporary issues in education, the role of culture in American education, teaching methods, as a career, contemporary educational issues within historical, social, philosophical, legal, and the roles political contexts, and functions of effective teachers teaching diverse student populations. Students will be required to complete 40 hours of field work in an elementary school analyze the purposes and values of schools, the qualities of effective teachers, California’s standards for teaching and learning, and the appropriate use of technology in the classroom. Throughout the course, students will develop a and to continue development of professional portfolios portfolio and will engage in 30 to 40 hours of structured fieldwork. CHANGE IN MAJOR 1. Liberal Studies (Elementary Teaching) Current Status/Proposed Change Transfer Degree Option: Students must complete the requirements listed on the guide sheet for a transfer institution. Teacher Preparation Option: English 1A, Mathematics 70, Speech Communication 1 or English 1C, History 1A, Political Science 1, Geography 5 or Child Development 3 or History 3; one course from the following: Biology 10, Geology 6, Physical Science 25; one course from the following: Art 1, Dance 1, English 15A, 15B, 35, 36, 40A, 40B, 42, 43, 44, Music 11, 12, Theatre 1 Total Units: 27-28 CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 7 BUSINESS DIVISION CHANGES IN DESCRIPTIVE TITLE, LECTURE/LAB HOURS, FACULTY LOAD, CATALOG DESCRIPTION; COURSE OUTLINE REVISED TO MEET TITLE 5 REQUIREMENTS Current Status/Proposed Change 1. Business 3 – Computer Applications in Accounting QuickBooks Lecture: 1 1.5 hours Lab: 3 1.5 hours Faculty Load: 21.667 17.500% Introduction to computer accounting. Recording and analyzing cash receipts and cash disbursements for small business In this course students will be introduced to basic financial record keeping software using the double-entry system for recording transactions. Emphasis will be placed on how to use the accounting application. Preparing financial statements and working trial balances software in a small business environment. CHANGE IN GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT 1. Business 15 – Business Mathematics Current Status/Proposed Change Associate in Arts Degree General Education Pattern – Section A. 6., Mathematics Competency Associate in Science Degree General Education Pattern – Section A. 6., Mathematics Competency CHANGES IN CONDITIONS OF ENROLLMENT Pre/Corequisite, Recommended Preparation, or Enrollment Limitation), CATALOG DESCRIPTION; GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT CONFIRMED; COURSE OUTLINE REVISED TO MEET TITLE 5 REQUIREMENTS 1. Business 28 – Written Business Communications Current Status/Proposed Change Recommended Preparation Prerequisite: eligibility for English 1A Theory In this course students will study the theory and practice of functional writing to give them an understanding of the human relations aspects of communication, to help develop logical local patterns of organizing ideas, and to aid in achieving clear, concise expression. Practice in writing various types of business letters and reports will be emphasized throughout the course. Associate in Arts Degree General Education Pattern – Section A. 4.A., English Composition Associate in Science Degree General Education Pattern – Section A. 4.A., English Composition CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 8 HEALTH SCIENCES AND ATHLETICS INACTIVATE COURSES 1. Physical Education 90ab – Men’s Intercollegiate Wrestling Team 2. Physical Education 91abc – Off-Season Training for Men’s Intercollegiate Wrestling Team CHANGES IN DESCRIPTIVE TITLE, CATALOG DESCRIPTION; COURSE OUTLINE REVISED TO MEET TITLE 5 REQUIREMENTS Current Status/Proposed Change 1. Recreation 307 – Camp Counseling: Leadership and Programming This course Ccovers the history, practices and philosophy of the organized camp and camp counseling. Analysis of techniques of Emphasis is placed on the camp counselor’s role in guidance and leadership, analysis of techniques of camp counseling, proper planning, and theory of camping. The operations of day and short-term recreational camps and outdoor camps, as well as professional opportunities in the field, are also examined. HUMANITIES DIVISION CHANGE IN MAJOR 1. Japanese Current Status/Proposed Change By completing the degree requirements, the student will acquire proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding Japanese and will gain knowledge of Japanese culture. The student will be able to communicate in Japanese, write formal compositions, and read the texts of Japanese authors, all at the intermediate-mid level of competency. Competencies will be assessed throughout the language sequence with written and oral exams. This major provides career opportunities where knowledge of Japanese is useful and prepares students for continued advanced learning of Japanese. The student who has completed two or more years of Japanese in high school will have the opportunity to enroll with advanced standing. Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4 and 25; additional courses to total a minimum of 3 units from the following one course from: Japanese or other foreign language courses, 21ab or 22ab; one course from: Anthropology 2, Art 5B, Business 22, 25, English 35, 36, Geography 5, History 14A, 14B, 30, Music 12, Philosophy 7, Political Science 2, 10, Psychology 8, Sociology 4 104 Eleven of the required units must be completed at El Camino College. Total Units: 22 24 CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 9 INDUSTRY AND TECHNOLOGY DIVISION CHANGE IN CATALOG DESCRIPTION; COURSE OUTLINE REVISED TO MEET TITLE 5 REQUIREMENTS 1. Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 2A – Basic Automotive Painting Refinishing Current Status/Proposed Change In this course students are introduced to Aautomotive painting- and refinishing is designed to furnish theoretical and laboratory experience in the skills needed for employment in industry. Topics covered include safety, materials and facilities. Shop procedures, tools and equipment common to that of practices, industry are emphasized. Conditions and assignments are similar to those of a full-time automotive paint shop repair standards, VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) recording, surface identification, surface preparation, abrasives, metal conditioning, vehicle masking, primers, and spray equipment. Note: The Ttwo-course sequence of Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 2A and 2B is the same as Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 5abcd. 2. Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 4abcd - Automotive Collision Repair: Collision Damage Current Status/Proposed Change This course provides instruction on the principles of automotive collision repair/painting involving safety practices, oxy-acetylene welding/ and brazing, electric welding, vehicle construction, metal working, grinding, plastic/ and solder filling, hydraulic body jacks, structural repairs, masking, and primer and spot painting. Note: Four semesters of this course are the Ssame as the two-course sequence of Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 1A and 1B. 3. Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 5abcd - Automotive Collision Repair: Painting Current Status/Proposed Change This course provides instruction on the principles of automotive collision repair/painting involving safety practices, oxy-acetylene welding/ and brazing, plastic/ and solder filling, vehicle construction and identification, plastic parts, estimating, surface preparation, vehicle masking, primer, paint removal, paint additives, painting equipment, spot painting, and complete refinishing. Note: Four semesters of this course are the Ssame as the two-course sequence of Automotive Collision Repair/Painting 2A and 2B. 4. Nutrition and Foods 11 – Nutrition Current Status/Proposed Change Basic relationship This course is an introduction to the basic principles of nutrition as they relate to the health and physical wellness-being of the individuals. from childhood The topics covered include nutrition throughout maturity the life cycle, dietary analysis, current nutrition trends, food safety, and physical fitness. CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 10 5. Nutrition and Foods 15 – Nutrition for Infants and Young Children Current Status/Proposed Change Nutritional needs iIn this course students will study the nutritional needs in the growth and development of infants and young children,. feeding behavior patterns, special concerns of both professionals and parents, development of nutrition education lesson plans. Federal, State and local laws and regulations that affect early childhood programs Topics include nutritional assessment, food safety, government resources, menu planning, and integrating nutrition education into early childhood education programs. CHANGES IN LECTURE HOURS, CATALOG DESCRIPTION; COURSE OUTLINE REVISED TO MEET TITLE 5 REQUIREMENTS 1. Fire and Emergency Technology 60A – Hazardous Materials Current Status/Proposed Change 44 40 hours lecture (one week course) This course presents a basic is an introduction to the chemical hazards and physical properties of various chemicals and the hazards associated with each. This The course is designed to meet the needs of Hazardous Materials Response Team members and fire prevention personnel. Students successfully completing this course receive Hazardous Materials Technician 1A certification. NEW COURSES 1. Engineering Technology 10 – Principles of Engineering Technology Units: 3 Lecture: 2 hours Lab: 4 hours Faculty Load: 33.333% Credit, degree applicable; Transfer CSU In this course, students will explore technology systems and engineering processes to learn how math, science, and technology impact our society. The topics introduced include the design process, communication and documentation, engineering systems, statics, properties of materials, quality assurance, materials testing, and engineering for reliability. 2. Engineering Technology 12 – Introduction to Engineering Design Units: 3 Lecture: 2 hours Lab: 4 hours Faculty Load: 33.333% Recommended Preparation: Engineering Technology 10 Credit, degree applicable; Transfer CSU In this course, students will gain a basic understanding of the design process used in engineering fields and the application of computer modeling software. Emphasis is placed on the design process, geometric relationships, visualization, technical sketching, modeling, model documentation, assemblies, and production processes. CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 11 3. Engineering Technology 14 – Electronics for Engineering Technologists Units: 3 Lecture: 2 hours Lab: 4 hours Faculty Load: 33.333% Recommended Preparation: Engineering Technology 10 Credit, degree applicable; Transfer CSU In this course, students are introduced to the application of electronics in engineering technology. The topics studied include safety, Ohm’s Law, engineering notation, DC circuits, capacitance, inductance, reactance, impedance, analog and digital waveforms, basic motors, number systems, logic gates, Boolean algebra, flip-flops, shift registers, and micro-processors. Techniques in computer simulation and electrical measurements will be stressed. 4. Engineering Technology 16 – Computer Integrated Manufacturing Units: 3 Lecture: 2 hours Lab: 4 hours Faculty Load: 33.333% Recommended Preparation: Engineering Technology 10 and 12 Credit, degree applicable; Transfer CSU This course covers the integration of engineering technology principles and automation in manufacturing environments. Students will create threedimensional designs with modeling software and produce actual components of their designs on computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools. Additional topics covered include machine tool operations, simulations, rapid prototyping (RP), robotics, and manufacturing systems. 5. Engineering Technology 18 – Engineering Design and Development Units: 3 Lecture: 2 hours Lab: 4 hours Faculty Load: 33.333% Prerequisite: Engineering Technology 12, 14, and 16 with a minimum grade of C in prerequisite Credit, degree applicable; Transfer CSU In this capstone course, teams of students will work together to design and construct solutions to engineering problems. Emphasis will be placed on research methods, design problem statements, continuous improvement, cost analysis, prototyping, testing methods, project construction, and project presentation. NATURAL SCIENCES DIVISION CHANGE IN CATALOG DESCRIPTION; COURSE OUTLINE REVISED TO MEET TITLE 5 REQUIREMENTS 1. Horticulture 46 – Pest Control Current Status/Proposed Change Concepts This course will emphasize the concepts of landscape pest management. with emphasis on the Identification and control of potential pests and diseases, their identification, habits, hosts, and seasonal history and hosts. Laws and control methods will be discussed studied. Biological, cChemical, (natural and synthetic) biological and cultural controls will be examined, plus integrated pest management, (IPM) as well as the laws and regulations affecting pest control, will be discussed. CCC MINUTES 12/6/05 12 CHANGE IN GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT; COURSE REVIEW 1. History of Science 11 – Introduction to the History of Western Science Current Status/Proposed Change Associate in Arts Degree General Education Pattern – Section A.1. Natural Sciences A.2., Social and Behavioral Sciences Associate in Science Degree General Education Pattern – Section A.1., Natural Sciences A.2. Social and Behavioral Sciences