This course focuses on written communication skills with emphasis on clear, concise writing. It presents techniques for gathering, organizing, analyzing, and preparing information for decision making. It develops analytical thinking skills by providing practical training in writing assignments, including business letters, memos, and reports. It also explores the impact of cultural differences on business communication in the modern business organization. Students develop further skills in listening and speaking through oral presentations. Prerequisites: ENGL V01A. Transfer credit: CSU.

This course provides an introduction to the diversity of marine organisms and the physical and biological processes that influence their life history, behavior, distribution, and anatomical structure. Topics also address the interactions of these organisms and processes in a variety of habitats, marine ecology, and marine conservation. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.