Austin Community College
Spring 2010 - ALL COURSES
Course Descriptions All Courses Classroom Courses Distance Learning Courses
Updated: 05/27/2010 08:26:04
HUMAN SERVICES
16 Week Session January 19 - May 16
DAAC 1319 Introduction to Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions
R [28/35] 04815 Lec 001 RGC 105 MW 1:25pm - 2:40pm OH Coccia, Elizabeth
DAAC 2307 Addicted Family Intervention
E+ [27/21] 04817 Lec 001 RGC 105 M 4:25pm - 7:00pm OH Eames, Sandra
PSYT 1313 Psychology of Personal Adjustment
R [31/32] 07183 Lec 001 RGC 124 TTh 9:10am - 10:25am OH Stege, Suzanne
R [30/32] 07184 Lec 002 RGC 105 W 4:20pm - 7:00pm OH Stege, Suzanne
PSYT 1345 Principles of Behavior Management and Modification
E [36/38] 07185 Lec 001 RGC 105 TTh 12:00pm - 1:15pm OH Beaman, Lynn
PSYT 2339 Counseling Theories
E [30/22] 07186 Lec 001 RGC 105 MW 9:10am - 10:25am OH Thompson, Richard
RECT 1341 Therapeutic Recreation Leadership I
E [16/25] 03022 Lec 003 RGC 105 MW 10:35am - 11:50am OH Salinas, Elizabeth
RECT 2431 Therapeutic Recreation Program Planning
E+ [14/18] 07187 Lec 001 RGC 105 MW 12:00pm - 1:15pm OH Salinas, Elizabeth
SCWK 1309 Interview and Counseling
E+ [28/24] 07188 Lec 001 RGC 105 TTh 10:35am - 11:50am OH Thompson, Richard
SCWK 1391 Special Topics in Social Work
E [38/36] 07190 Lec 001 RGC 105 TTh 9:10am - 10:25am OH Thompson, Richard
SCWK 2486 Internship I -- Social Work
I+ [9/18] 07191 Int 001 RGC 334 M 2:50pm - 4:05pm OH Coccia, Elizabeth
SCWK 2487 Internship II -- Social Work
I+ [10/10] 07192 Int 001 RGC 105 M 2:50pm - 4:05pm OH Beaman, Lynn
SGNL 1401 American Sign Language (ASL) I
R [18/20] 03081 Lec 004 CYP 1102 TTh 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Hoffman, Dana
R [11/16] 07197 Lec 007 HBC 214.0 TTh 10:00am - 12:40pm OH Gelineau, Lisa
R [15/20] 07193 Lec 001 PIN 402 MW 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Kowalsky, Jill
R [17/20] 07194 Lec 002 RGC A251 MW 4:20pm - 7:00pm OH Morris, Misty
R [16/20] 07196 Lec 005 RGC 019 TTh 8:00am - 10:40am OH Marbury, Nathie
R [17/20] 07198 Lec 008 RGC 019 TTh 1:50pm - 4:20pm OH Gelineau, Lisa
R [13/20] 07199 Lec 009 RGC 019 TTh 6:50pm - 9:30pm OH Gember, Corey
R [8/20] 07195 Lec 003 SAC 1315 TTh 2:45pm - 5:25pm OH Marbury, Nathie
SGNL 1402 American Sign Language (ASL) II
R+ [10/16] 07203 Lec 005 HBC 214.0 TTh 1:00pm - 3:40pm OH Connolly, Raymond
R+ [16/20] 07202 Lec 004 PIN 409 MW 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Horn, Ann
R+ [14/20] 07201 Lec 003 RGC 019 MW 8:00am - 10:40am OH Marbury, Nathie
R+ [20/20] 07204 Lec 006 RGC 129 MW 6:00pm - 8:40pm OH Shannon, Tracy
R+ [17/20] 07200 Lec 001 RGC 019 TTh 11:00am - 1:40pm OH Marbury, Nathie
SGNL 2301 American Sign Language (ASL) III
E+ [12/18] 07205 Lec 002 RGC 019 MW 7:30pm - 9:35pm OH Morris, Misty
E+ [17/18] 07206 Lec 003 RGC 105 TTh 2:05pm - 4:10pm OH Morris, Misty
SGNL 2302 American Sign Language (ASL) IV
E+ [15/18] 07207 Lec 001 RGC 019 MW 12:55pm - 3:00pm OH Gelineau, Lisa
E+ [16/18] 07208 Lec 003 RGC 019 TTh 4:35pm - 6:40pm OH Morris, Misty
SLNG 1307 Intra-lingual Skills Development for Interpreters
E+ [15/18] 07209 Lec 001 RGC 019 MW 5:25pm - 7:00pm OH Anderson, Emily
SLNG 1317 Introduction to the Deaf Community
R [16/18] 07210 Lec 001 RGC 105 F 9:00am - 11:50am OH Gelineau, Lisa
SLNG 1391 Special Topics in Sign Language Interpreter
E+ [16/18] 07211 Lec 001 RGC 105 M 7:05pm - 9:55pm OH Bridges, Byron
SLNG 2334 American Sign Language (ASL) V
E+ [18/18] 07212 Lec 001 RGC 105 Th 7:00pm - 9:55pm OH Gelineau, Lisa
SLNG 2335 American Sign Language (ASL) VI
E+ [11/18] 07213 Lec 001 RGC 105 T 7:05pm - 9:55pm OH Bridges, Byron
SLNG 2401 Interpreting I
E+ [17/18] 07214 Lec 001 RGC 019 MW 3:10pm - 5:20pm OH Anderson, Emily
SLNG 2431 Interpreting III
E+ [12/18] 07215 Lec 001 RGC 105 TTh 4:20pm - 6:50pm OH Bridges, Byron
SLNG 2488 Internship -- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
I+ [12/18] 07216 Int 001 RGC 105 W 2:50pm - 4:05pm OH Bridges, Byron
12 Week Session February 15 - May 16
SLNG 2402 Interpreting II
E+ [5/10] 03541 Lec 001 RGC 101 TTh 5:30pm - 8:45pm OH Anderson, Emily
16 Week Session January 19 - May 16
DAAC 2306 Substance Abuse Prevention I
[25/20] 04816 OPC 001 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Coccia, Elizabeth
04816 - Internet access required. L. Coccia, 223.3207. MANDATORY online orientation
available 1st day of session at www.austincc.edu/ecoccia - For more information
email ecoccia@austincc.edu after 1/16.
DAAC 2341 Counseling Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions
E+ [21/14] 04818 OPC 001 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Coccia, Elizabeth
04818 - Internet access required. L. Coccia, 223.3207. MANDATORY online orientation
available 1st day of session at www.austincc.edu/ecoccia - For more information
email ecoccia@austincc.edu after 1/16.
RECT 1301 Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation
R [30/25] 03909 OPC 201 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Salinas, Elizabeth
03909 - Internet access required. L. Salinas, 223.1790 x 23327, email: esalinas@austincc.edu
- MANDATORY Online orientation available 1st day of session at www.austincc.edu/esalinas
SCWK 1321 Orientation to Social Services
R [28/24] 07189 OPC 002 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Coccia, Elizabeth
07189 - Internet access required. L. Coccia, 223.3207. MANDATORY online orientation
available 1st day of session at www.austincc.edu/ecoccia - For more information
email ecoccia@austincc.edu after 1/16.
12 Week Session February 15 - May 16
RECT 1301 Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation
R [30/25] 03530 OPC 002 PCM Orientation req. See Open Campus OH Salinas, Elizabeth
03530 - Internet access required. L. Salinas, 223.1790 x 23327, email: esalinas@austincc.edu
- MANDATORY Online orientation available 1st day of session at www.austincc.edu/esalinas
RECT 1301 Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation
Introduction to the value, history, philosophy, terminology, process, and outcomes of therapeutic recreation. Emphasis on identification of client groups, leisure activities, application of therapeutic recreation in human services various settings, and professional development and career opportunities. Fieldwork is required.
SLNG 1307 Intra-lingual Skills Development for Interpreters
Concentration on the development of intra-lingual (English to English) skills necessary for future development of interlingual (English to American Sign Language [ASL]/ASL to English) skills. Focus on linguistic and cognitive skills development in areas of paraphrasing, summarizing, main idea identification, comprehension, memory, delayed repetition, multi-tasking, vocabulary, and cultural literacy. Prerequisite: SLNG-2401.
SCWK 1309 Interview and Counseling
Development of the basic communication skills necessary to develop an effective helping relationship with clients. Topics include counseling techniques such as intake interviewing, relationship building, problem identification and resolution. Emphasis on importance of effective oral communications. Prerequisite: PSYT 2339.
PSYT 1313 Psychology of Personal Adjustment
Development of personal, social, and work adjustment skills. Exploration will include open communication, assertiveness, self-disclosure, and building relationships with group members in a way that enhances trust and mutual concern. Knowledge gained in class is designed to transfer to actual working situations.
SLNG 1317 Introduction to the Deaf Community
An overview of the physical, educational, social, and cultural implications of deafness and hearing loss within the context of the individual's personal life, family, and community in today's multicultural world. Emphasis on current educational and vocational programs, legislation, technology, and other issues.
DAAC 1319 Introduction to Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions
Causes and consequences of addiction as they relate to the individual, family, community, and society are discussed. Response alternatives regarding intervention, treatment, education, and prevention are reviewed. Competencies and requirements for licensure in Texas are explained. Addiction issues related to diverse populations are presented.
SCWK 1321 Orientation to Social Services
Introduction to the basic concepts, information, and practices within the field of social services. Topics include a survey of the historical development of social services; social, legal, and clinical definitions; and review of current information regarding indications for and methods of treatment and/or services.
RECT 1341 Therapeutic Recreation Leadership I
Provides the student with the knowledge and practice necessary to plan and implement therapeutic activities that involve music, drama, dance, arts, and crafts. Focus on the range of individuals who may benefit from these activities. Leadership skills, rather than mastery of performance skills, will be stressed. Fieldwork is required.
PSYT 1345 Principles of Behavior Management and Modification
A study of the theories and principles of behavior management, cognitive theories and techniques. Emphasis will be on their applications including managing self-behavior. In-depth study will be in operant conditioning techniques.
SCWK 1391 Special Topics in Social Work
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Ethical Issues in Human Services--Discussion of ethical issues that pose dilemmas in the delivery of human services. Some of these dilemmas are dual relationships, confidentiality, reporting child abuse, physician-assisted suicide, professional boundaries, and patient rights.
SLNG 1391 Special Topics in Sign Language Interpreter
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Structure of ASL-- A general introduction to the scientific study of language structure, history, and use. Topics include spoken (and signed) language; the structure of sounds/signs, words, sentences, and meanings; language in culture and society; language change over time; language acquisition and processing, and variations in the structure of ASL will be studied according to region, social class, ethnicity, age and sex.
Prerequisite: Prior completion or concurrent enrollment in SLNG 2431.
SGNL 1401 American Sign Language (ASL) I
An introduction to the basic skills in production and comprehension of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes the manual alphabet and numbers. Develops conversational ability, culturally appropriate behaviors, and exposes students to ASL grammar. This course is equivalent to SLNG 1404.
SGNL 1402 American Sign Language (ASL) II
Develops receptive and expressive ability and allows recognition and demonstration of more sophisticated grammatical features of American Sign Language (ASL). Increases fluency and accuracy in fingerspelling and numbers. Provides opportunities for interaction within the deaf community. Course requires significant time outside of class. This course is equivalent to SLNG 1405. Prerequisite: SLNG 1404 or SGNL 1401 with a minimum grade of C.
SGNL 2301 American Sign Language (ASL) III
Integrates and refines expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language (ASL), including recognition of sociolinguistic variation. A practice oriented approach to language acquisition with demonstration of more sophisticated grammatical features of American Sign Language (ASL). Increases fluency and accuracy in fingerspelling and numbers. Provides opportunities for interaction within the deaf community. Course requires significant time outside of class. This course is equivalent to SLNG 1444. Prerequisite: SLNG 1405 or SGNL 1402 with minimum grade C.
SGNL 2302 American Sign Language (ASL) IV
An integration of expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language (ASL) with emphasis on grammar, linguistics, literature, and discourse styles at an intermediate level. Provides students with information on linguistic and cultural variations. Course requires significant time outside of class. This course is equivalent to SLNG 1445. Prerequisite: SLNG 1444 or SGNL 2301 with minimum grade C.
DAAC 2306 Substance Abuse Prevention I
DAAC 2307 Addicted Family Intervention
An introduction to the family as a dynamic system focusing on the effects of addiction pertaining to family roles, rules, and behavior patterns. Discusses the impact of mood altering substances and behaviors and therapeutic alternatives as they relate to the family from a multicultural and transgenerational perspective. Prerequisite: DAAC 1319.
SLNG 2334 American Sign Language (ASL) V
Development of proficiency in ASL. Includes instruction in semantic and grammatical accuracy and appropriate discourse strategies in a variety of communication contexts. Prerequisite: SLNG 1445 or SGNL 2302 with a minimum grade of C.
SLNG 2335 American Sign Language (ASL) VI
Advanced practice in expressive and receptive communication within a variety of settings and contexts. Includes exposure to diverse ASL language models and registers. Prerequisite: SLNG 2334 with a minimum grade C.
PSYT 2339 Counseling Theories
An examination of major theories of various treatment modalities. Topics include reality therapy, psychodynamics, grief therapy, person-centered therapy, rational emotive therapy, and cognitive behavioral approaches. Attention is given to the role of counselor as part of the total spectrum of human services.
DAAC 2341 Counseling Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions
Special skills and techniques in the application of counseling skills for the Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) client. Development and utilization of advanced treatment planning and management. Includes review of confidentiality and ethical issues. Prerequisite: DAAC 1319.
SLNG 2401 Interpreting I
An overview of the interpreting process and current models. Introduces the skills necessary to achieve message equivalency in interpreting. Prerequisite: SGNL 2302 with a minimum grade C.
SLNG 2402 Interpreting II
Enhancement of interpreting skills and discourse analysis to increasingly complex tasks utilizing simulated interpreting experiences via multimedia materials. Emphasis on skill analysis and peer evaluation. Prerequisite: SLNG 2401.
RECT 2431 Therapeutic Recreation Program Planning
Development of the knowledge and skills required to effectively plan recreation and leisure programs that meet the physical, psychological, and social needs of participants. Major topics include assessment techniques, goal writing, developing outcome measures, facilitation and implementation techniques, adaptations, and evaluation. Fieldwork is required. Prerequisite: RECT 1301. Corequisites: Prior completion or concurrent enrollment in RECT 1341 and RECT 1342.
SLNG 2431 Interpreting III
A practice oriented course to strengthen skills in the integration and application of processing more complex selections. Continued exposure to simulated interpreting experience through the use of multimedia material. Prerequisite: SLNG 2402 with a minimum grade of C.
SCWK 2486 Internship I -- Social Work
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Prerequisite: Student must obtain department approval in semester prior to enrollment.
SCWK 2487 Internship II -- Social Work
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Prerequisite: Student must obtain department approval in semester prior to enrollment.
SLNG 2488 Internship -- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Prerequisite: Student must obtain departmental approval in semester prior to enrollment.