Bakersfield College

Units: 1.00

Dates: 3/9/2013 - 3/17/2013 (1 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the required competencies in accordance with SB 1626.

Units: 1.00

Dates: 3/9/2013 - 3/17/2013 (1 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the required competencies in accordance with SB 1626.

Units: 1.00

Dates: 5/4/2013 - 5/12/2013 (1 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the required competencies in accordance with SB 1626.

Units: 1.00

Dates: 5/4/2013 - 5/12/2013 (1 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the required competencies in accordance with SB 1626.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 1/5/2013 - 1/5/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provide the student with the knowledge and skills to pass the State of California mandated exam for a Security Guard Card and to function at the entry level of the security profession. Class meets the certification requirements for the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services from the California State and Consumer Services Agency.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 2/2/2013 - 2/2/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provide the student with the knowledge and skills to pass the State of California mandated exam for a Security Guard Card and to function at the entry level of the security profession. Class meets the certification requirements for the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services from the California State and Consumer Services Agency.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 3/2/2013 - 3/2/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provide the student with the knowledge and skills to pass the State of California mandated exam for a Security Guard Card and to function at the entry level of the security profession. Class meets the certification requirements for the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services from the California State and Consumer Services Agency.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 4/6/2013 - 4/6/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provide the student with the knowledge and skills to pass the State of California mandated exam for a Security Guard Card and to function at the entry level of the security profession. Class meets the certification requirements for the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services from the California State and Consumer Services Agency.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 5/4/2013 - 5/4/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provide the student with the knowledge and skills to pass the State of California mandated exam for a Security Guard Card and to function at the entry level of the security profession. Class meets the certification requirements for the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services from the California State and Consumer Services Agency.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Recommended: Reading and Writing - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Lecture course which presents a broad introduction to the visual arts from prehistory to the present. The role of art in the creation of world culture, as well as art processes and visual vocabulary are examined. Intended for non-Art majors.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 1/26/2013 - 1/26/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Intended for peace officers, correctional officers, juvenile institutions staff and probation officers. Provides the required competencies and certification for the use of chemical agent sprays. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 1/26/2013 - 1/26/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Intended for peace officers, correctional officers, juvenile institutions staff and probation officers. Provides the required competencies and certification for the use of chemical agent sprays. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 2/23/2013 - 2/23/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Intended for peace officers, correctional officers, juvenile institutions staff and probation officers. Provides the required competencies and certification for the use of chemical agent sprays. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 2/23/2013 - 2/23/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Intended for peace officers, correctional officers, juvenile institutions staff and probation officers. Provides the required competencies and certification for the use of chemical agent sprays. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 3/23/2013 - 3/23/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Intended for peace officers, correctional officers, juvenile institutions staff and probation officers. Provides the required competencies and certification for the use of chemical agent sprays. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 3/23/2013 - 3/23/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Intended for peace officers, correctional officers, juvenile institutions staff and probation officers. Provides the required competencies and certification for the use of chemical agent sprays. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 4/27/2013 - 4/27/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Intended for peace officers, correctional officers, juvenile institutions staff and probation officers. Provides the required competencies and certification for the use of chemical agent sprays. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 4/27/2013 - 4/27/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Intended for peace officers, correctional officers, juvenile institutions staff and probation officers. Provides the required competencies and certification for the use of chemical agent sprays. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 1/19/2013 - 1/19/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the practical, safe, legal and technical aspects of the use of the police baton. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 1/19/2013 - 1/19/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the practical, safe, legal and technical aspects of the use of the police baton. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 2/16/2013 - 2/16/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the practical, safe, legal and technical aspects of the use of the police baton. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 2/16/2013 - 2/16/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the practical, safe, legal and technical aspects of the use of the police baton. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 3/16/2013 - 3/16/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the practical, safe, legal and technical aspects of the use of the police baton. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 3/16/2013 - 3/16/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the practical, safe, legal and technical aspects of the use of the police baton. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 4/20/2013 - 4/20/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the practical, safe, legal and technical aspects of the use of the police baton. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 4/20/2013 - 4/20/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides students with the practical, safe, legal and technical aspects of the use of the police baton. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 3/9/2013 - 3/9/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides training to law enforcement, corrections and security officers to perform their daily tasks with less danger to themselves and to increase their ability to control suspects and prisoners in a humane and lawful manner. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 3/9/2013 - 3/9/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides training to law enforcement, corrections and security officers to perform their daily tasks with less danger to themselves and to increase their ability to control suspects and prisoners in a humane and lawful manner. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 4/13/2013 - 4/13/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides training to law enforcement, corrections and security officers to perform their daily tasks with less danger to themselves and to increase their ability to control suspects and prisoners in a humane and lawful manner. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.20

Dates: 4/13/2013 - 4/13/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Provides training to law enforcement, corrections and security officers to perform their daily tasks with less danger to themselves and to increase their ability to control suspects and prisoners in a humane and lawful manner. This course meets the training requirements as set forth by the Corrections Standards Authority for counties participating in the Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
Note: Registration will be held during the first hour of the first class meeting.

Units: 0.40

Dates: 3/16/2013 - 3/17/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Designed to expand upon the skills and knowledge of firearms familiarity and range safety. Students will engage in the use of firearms, which will include safe handling; care, cleaning and storage; firearms range qualification. SPECIAL NOTE: Per Penal Code section 13511.5, students must obtain written clearance from the California Department of Justice verifying that they are not prohibited from possessing firearms.

Units: 0.40

Dates: 3/16/2013 - 3/17/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Designed to expand upon the skills and knowledge of firearms familiarity and range safety. Students will engage in the use of firearms, which will include safe handling; care, cleaning and storage; firearms range qualification. SPECIAL NOTE: Per Penal Code section 13511.5, students must obtain written clearance from the California Department of Justice verifying that they are not prohibited from possessing firearms.

Units: 2.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6.
Description: Advanced baking experience in the production of cakes, basic creams, icings, dessert sauces, doughnuts, crepes, tarts, puff pastry, e'clairs, meringues, Petits Fours and specialty cookies. Decorative work and display pieces, product presentation and marketing techniques demonstrated.
Note for 31136: Uniform required. Students will be informed first day of class as to how to purchase.

Units: 8.00

Dates: 1/7/2013 - 5/15/2013 (18 weeks)

Recommended: FIRE B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6 with grades of C or better, or equivalent.
Description: Basic educational and practical training essential for Fire Fighter I. Advanced study of organizational procedures; forcible entry tools; protective breathing apparatus; emergency medical care; inspection procedures; fire protection equipment and systems; wildland fire control; fire behavior; and petroleum fire procedures.
Note for 31155: Please call the Fire Technology Office at 395-4113 for information. In addition to the scheduled hours students must arrange a total of 176 required lab hours. Instructor's Signature required for enrollment.

Units: 2.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 2/23/2013 (5 weeks)

Description: This is the same information/course presented to all first year wildland firefighters. All of the federal fire agencies and many municipal fire departments recognize this course as the foundation to all subsequent fire training. This is "The Basics" it will provide students with an understanding of wildland firefighting principals, tactics, organization, and fireline safety.
Note for 31161: In addition to the scheduled hours, students will have a 9 hour field day on Saturday, Feb. 23.

Units: 1.50

Dates: 2/25/2013 - 4/3/2013 (5 weeks)

Recommended: Evaluation by instructor.
Description: Manipulative and technical training in the identification and operation of fire tools and equipment. Includes fire-line construction practices, physical fitness and water-handling equipment. Satisfies one-half of required training standards.
Note for 31162: Note for : In addition to the scheduled hours, students must attend a 9 hour field day on Saturday, March 2. Section taught at the Weill Institute of Bakersfield College, 2101 K Street, Bakersfield, CA. 93301. (Corner of L and 22nd Streets, downtown Bakersfield). For driving instructions refer to Mapquest at web address www.mapquest.com

Units: 4.00

Dates: 1/15/2013 - 3/23/2013 (9 weeks)

Recommended: FIRE B1 with a grade of C or better.
Description: Designed to certify students as California State Emergency Medical Technicians and gain employment as a Firefighter or ambulance driver or ambulance attendant or law enforcement officer. After successful completion of this course, students will be authorized to take the Kern County EMS, California State Fire Marshal and/or the National Registry EMT examinations. Topics discussed include pre-hospital care terminology, cardiovascular emergencies, pre-hospital childbirth, communicable disease, extrication tools and equipment, automatic external defibrillation and an understanding of the emergency medical system. Course content is based on the guidelines and authority of Title 22, Division 9 of the California Code of Regulations, as well as the U.S. Department of Transportation Emergency Medical Technician-Based Standard National Curriculum, National Registry EMT Examinations. Students must be 18 years of age and have a current CPR card (Title 22, Division 9 of the California Code of Regulations). Students are responsible for paying any certification fees.
Note for 31163: This is a 10 week course. Course dates have not been set at this time. Students must be 18 years and current CPR card is required. Instructor's singnature required for enrollment, please call the BC Fire Tech. Office at 395-4113 for information. The lab hours for Saturday are 8 a.m-5 p.m.

Units: 0.50

Dates: 4/27/2013 - 4/27/2013 (0 weeks)

Description: Various mandated training topics required by California State Fire Marshal (CSFM).
Note for 32605: Subtitle: SpTPC/Fire: Confined Space Student must arrange 9 required lecture hours. Instructor's signature required for enrollment.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Recommended: English 50 or reading and writing - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Survey of the political, economic and cultural history of the United States from earliest colonial times to 1877. Includes a study of the U.S. Constitution and federal government. Partially satisfies the requirements in U.S. Constitution, American history and institutions. HIST B17A is not a prerequisite to HIST B17B.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Recommended: Writing - one level prior to transfer; Reading - one level prior to transfer. Important: Digital camera required.
Description: Study and application of digital photography as applied to journalism. Covers technical aspects of cameras, use of Photoshop, how to photograph assignments in the field and choosing photographs for print. Entry-level photojournalism course prepares students for enrollment in student newspaper.
Note for 31318: Class will meet every Saturday beginning January 19 through May. 10, 2013, except one holiday on Saturday, March 30, 2013.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Recommended: Writing - one level prior to transfer; Reading - one level prior to transfer. Important: Digital camera required.
Description: Study and application of digital photography as applied to journalism. Covers technical aspects of cameras, use of Photoshop, how to photograph assignments in the field and choosing photographs for print. Entry-level photojournalism course prepares students for enrollment in student newspaper.
Note for 31318: Class will meet every Saturday beginning January 19 through May. 10, 2013, except one holiday on Saturday, March 30, 2013.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer; Writing - two levels prior to transfer.
Description: A study of American government with emphasis on the national government. Includes a comprehensive analysis of governmental structure, functions, principles and problems. Includes analysis of California state and local governments. Partially satisfies the requirements in U.S. Constitution, American history and institutions and California state and local government.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 1/14/2013 - 5/10/2013 (16 weeks)

Prerequisite: None.
Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer; Writing - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Emphasis is on the scientific process and research methods employed in psychology. Biological, developmental, cognitive, and sociocultural theories are covered to explain psychological phenomena. Psychological disorders and the evolving corresponding treatment protocols are applied to a diversity of individuals and groups.

Units: 0.50

Dates: 3/9/2013 - 3/16/2013 (1 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Designed to assist students in understanding college requirements and to help them in making educational plans. Required for the associate's degree. Satisfies the 0.5 units educational planning requirement for graduation from Bakersfield College.
Note: Required for both the A.A. and A.S. degrees.
Note for 31766: This is a late start class.

Units: 0.50

Dates: 1/19/2013 - 1/26/2013 (1 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Designed to assist students in understanding college requirements and to help them in making educational plans. Required for the associate's degree. Satisfies the 0.5 units educational planning requirement for graduation from Bakersfield College.
Note: Required for both the A.A. and A.S. degrees.
Note for 31767: This is a late start class.

Units: 3.00

Dates: 4/20/2013 - 5/25/2013 (5 weeks)

Recommended: Reading - one level prior to transfer.
Description: Assists students with self-exploration, career transitions and career-life planning in order to achieve success in a diverse society. Critical thinking skills will be utilized through a systematic approach to career development by examining values, interests, skills, life roles, personality type, personal self-management, decision making and goal-setting throughout the life span. Students will develop educational options, possible career pathways and majors, and a student educational plan. Job search strategies and resume writing will be introduced. Satisfies the 0.5 unit educational planning requirement for graduation from Bakersfield College.
Note for 32601: This class is taught at Arvin, 141 North A Street, Arvin, CA 93203. For Driving instructions, refer to MapQuest at web address www.mapquest.com.