This course introduces basic concepts of wellness including ways of achieving optimum health. Topics will include stress management; psychosocial health; components of physical fitness; nutrition; weight management; relationships and sexual health; cancer, diabetes, and heart disease; substance abuse and addictive behavior; infectious diseases, including sexually transmitted infections; preventing violence and abuse; and environmental health. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: HED V93; HED 93, PE 93.

This course provides an introduction to the discipline of public health. Students will gain an understanding of the basic concepts, terminologies, and history of public health. An overview of the functions of various public health professions and institutions, and an in-depth examination of the core public health disciplines is covered. Topics include epidemiology of infectious and chronic disease; prevention and control of diseases in the community including the analysis of the social determinants of health and strategies for eliminating disease, illness and health disparities among various populations; community organizing and health promotion programming; environmental health and safety; global health; and healthcare policy and management. Recommended Prep: English course, one level below transfer, or placement as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

Introduces a variety of concepts and practices for muscular and cardiovascular conditioning, focusing on the core of the body. Presents movement skills using aerobics, body weight, balance or resistance props, and other appropriate techniques to enhance core and cardiovascular fitness, and weight management. Allows activities to be adapted to varied levels of ability and fitness. UC Credit Limitations: Maximum credit of 4 units if combined with any or all other DANC/ICA/KIN/PE Activity courses. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: PE M40.

This is an introductory drawing experience stressing graphic representation of objects through a variety of media and techniques. The fundamentals of pictorial composition, including principles, elements, and practices of drawing, are particularly emphasized in the exploration of a wide range of subject matter. Perceptually based drawing, observational skills, technical abilities, and creative responses to material and subject matter will also be developed. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: ART 12A.

Develops athletic skills and techniques in Basketball. Emphasizes team development and competitive improvement and intensity. Involves competition against other institutions, and travel. UC Credit Limitations: Maximum credit of 4 units if combined with any or all other DANC/ICA/KIN/PE Activity courses. Field trips will be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Involves competition against other institutions and travel; Repeatability is dependent upon California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) eligibility, may be taken a maximum of four (4) times for credit. Formerly: KIN M130A; PE M68.