News Release

SK Campus - Edwards AFB
February 26, 2003

Late Start Classes Offered by Cerro Coso Community College

Edwards AFB, CA – February 26, 2003

Cerro Coso Community College at Edwards AFB is offering four accelerated classes starting March 17, 2003.

Art C106

History of Western Art II – Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:15-8:14 p.m. – a three-unit course taught by Shirley Harrington to discuss the historical developments of painting, sculpture and architecture from Giotto (1300) to the present.

Biology C141

The Human Environment – Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:15-8:14 p.m. – This three-unit course taught by Larry Allen will explore the interactions of humans with the lives and activities of the organisms and the environment. Local, regional and global ecology is considered from a scientific perspective. Critical evaluation of environmental issues and problems is a focus of this course.

Economics C101

Introduction to Economics – Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-8:25 p.m. – a three-unit course taught by Jerry Witte to review the macro and micro concepts as they apply to current economic problems. For non-economics and non-business majors. Survey of economics for many majors especially those requiring one semester of economics.

Math C040

Pre-Algebra – Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:14-9:30 p.m. – this four-unit course taught by Mike Reed covers basic arithmetic, introductory concepts in algebra, and problem solving techniques. Specific topics include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of signed numbers, and applications of these skills.

Students may register online at www.cerrocoso.edu or by using the Coyote Connection Telephone Information System at (866) 215-1960. Call 258-8644 for more information on registration, financial aid, placement exams and academic advising services.

Placement test are scheduled for March 4 from 12 to 4 p.m. and on March 12 form 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. in Building 2453, Room 110 at Edwards Air Force Base. The four-hour testing period includes math, English testing and an orientation.

For more information on classes and to make an appointment for the placement exam please call the Cerro Coso office at 258-8644.



 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Joann Handeland, Director of Facilities Development and Services (760) 384-6230