Austin Community College
Summer 2010 - CLOSED COURSES
Course Descriptions All Courses Classroom Courses Distance Learning Courses
Updated: 12/09/2010 14:50:36
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
5.5 Week Session June 1 - July 7
HUDE 0111 Transition to College Success
[20/20] 11078 Lec 004 RVS 9108 MW 6:00pm - 7:50pm OH Oliver, John
11 Week Session June 1 - August 15
5.5 Week Session June 7 - July 13
5.5 Week Session July 8 - August 15
HUDE 0111 Transition to College Success
[20/20] 10545 Lec 009 RVS 2221 MW 8:40am - 10:50am OH Thorne-Francis, Debra
8 Week Session June 1 - July 26
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.