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Course Descriptions
2015-2016 Catalog
Film - Flight
2B HISTORY OF CINEMA:
1960 TO PRESENT
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 or
English 126.
This course is a survey of significant films and
advances in the creation, reception and influence of cinema
from 1960 to the present. Instruction will include the
international reach and commercial success of the film
industry, the hegemony of Western film, the maintenance and
the re-tooling of Hollywood as a labor force from the Classical
period to the present. Also, this course charts the filmic
conventions and advancements of narrative and documentary
film, and how film is used as a political argument or as
indoctrination. Analyses will include varying film criticisms
from feminist to Marxist to reception theory, among others.
(A, CSU-GE, UC, I)
5
DIGITAL FILMMAKING
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Film 1. Eligibility for English 125
or 126.
Participation in this course serves as an introduction
to digital filmmaking from both assigned topics and original
scripts, including techniques for shooting, light set up, sound
capture and dubbing and editing of short films. Emphasis
is on the application of personal creative expression with
guidance from a script of fictional work, and inspiration from
professional and well-regarded examples. (A, CSU)
GROUND AND FLIGHT COURSES (FLGHT)
101 PRIVATE PILOT GROUND SCHOOL
4 units, 4 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: English 125 or English 130 and
English 126 and Eligibility for Mathematics 201.
The Private Pilot Ground School lecture course
provides classroom training for individuals seeking a private
pilot’s license. Some of the topics covered will include principles
of flight, aerodynamics, aircraft controls, engine systems, basic
weather and weather services for pilots, navigation, radio
communication, and Federal Aviation Regulations applicable
to beginning pilots flying under visual flight rules. (A)
102 AVIATION HISTORY
2 units, 2 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: English 125 or English 130 and
English 126 and Eligibility for Mathematics 201.
The Aviation History lecture course provides a
historical view of aviation from the 1700’s through the modern
era. Some of the topics covered will include Early Aviation,
The Wright Brothers, Early Flight, World War I, Peace Time
Aviation, Golden Age of Aviation, World War II, Cold War,
Space Age Aviation, and Modern Aerospace. (A)
103 CAREERS IN AVIATION
2 units, 2 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: English 125 or English 130 and
English 126 and Eligibility for Mathematics 201.
The Careers in Aviation lecture course provides
an understanding of the available careers in aviation. Topics
discussed in the course will include Air Transport Pilot,
Charter Pilot, Flight Instructor, Aircraft Mechanic, Airport
Management, Fixed Base Operations, Air Traffic Controller,
and Airport Operations. (A)
105 PRIVATE PILOT FLIGHT LAB
1 unit, 3 lab hours, (Pass/No Pass Only)
COREQUISITE: Flight 101. ADVISORIES:
English 125 or English 130 and English 126 and Eligibility
for Mathematics 201.
Course provides flight training for individuals
seeking Private Pilot Certification. Some of the topics covered
will be fundamental flight maneuvers, performance maneuvers,
use of navigation aids, cross country flying, and development of
aeronautical decision making skills. Issuance of FAA 3rd Class
or higher medical certificate, Airport Identification Card from
Fresno Yosemite International Airport, and proof of Flight
Training Eligibility will be required. Substantial laboratory
fees for aircraft rental and operational costs are also required
(Estimated between $3800.00 and $5800.00). (A)
106 ADVANCED PRIVATE PILOT FLIGHT LAB
1 unit, 3 lab hours, (Pass/No Pass Only)
PREREQUISITES: Flight 105. ADVISORIES:
English 125 or English 130 and English 126 and Eligibility
for Mathematics 201.
Course provides advanced f light training for
individuals seeking to increase flight proficiency in preparation
for Private Pilot Certification. Some of the topics covered will
be fundamental flight maneuvers, performance maneuvers,
use of navigation aids, cross country flying, and development
of aeronautical decision making skills to the FAA Practical
Test Standards. Issuance of FAA 3rd. Class or higher medical
certificate, Airport Identification Card from Fresno Yosemite
International Airport, and proof of Flight Training Eligibility
will be required. Substantial laboratory fees for aircraft rental
and operational costs are also required (Estimated between
$3800.00 and $5800.00). (A)