Austin Community College
Spring 2010 - CLOSED COURSES
Course Descriptions All Courses Classroom Courses Distance Learning Courses
Updated: 05/27/2010 08:26:04
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
8 Week Session January 19 - March 14
12 Week Session January 19 - April 18
16 Week Session January 19 - May 16
12 Week Session February 15 - May 16
8 Week Session March 22 - May 16
HUDE 0111 Transition to College Success
[20/20] 08461 Lec 046 NRG 4220 F 9:00am - 11:40am OH Carr, Christie
[20/20] 03245 Lec 040 RRH 208 MW 11:00am - 12:15pm OH Harris, Marie
HUDE 0111 Transition to College Success
This is a developmental level course designed for entering freshmen with priority needs. It provides an overview of key aspects, knowledge, and skills needed in the transition to college life. Students identify their educational goals, personal strengths, and areas for development; become familiar with college resources and services; and briefly explore strategies for academic success such as time management and study skills. Course formerly called Orientation.
PSYC 1300 Effective Learning--Strategies for College Success
This course teaches learning and self-management principles and practices that increase a student's success in college and in life. Drawing from cognitive, affective, and behavioral theories in psychology, students examine the factors which impact their learning, select relevant methods of deepening their learning and thinking processes, and develop self-regulation strategies for maximizing the effectiveness of their efforts. Formerly titled Creative Learning: Keys to College Success.
POFT 1310 Career Exploration/Planning
An introduction to the process of career decision-making, educational planning, and job searching. Topics include analyzing personal career interests, values, and aptitudes; surveying and researching career fields with related educational and training requirements; practicing the decision-making process; and basic job search skills such as completing applications, writing letters of application, developing and using resumes and interviewing.