College of the Redwoods Logo

College of the Redwoods DSPS
Specialized Classes and Programs

 

*Special class availability may vary at each of the College of the Redwoods' campus locations.

ART 110
Art for the Person with Disabilities
2 units (1 unit lecture/ 1 unit lab)
CR/NC only
A course to aid students physically in their abilities to participate in basic art skills. Course will provide disabled students with a series of projects using a variety of materials adapted to meet their individual needs. Participation in this course is contingent upon participation in the Student Educational Contract (SEC).
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of four enrollments

GUID 343
Individualized Assessment and Academic Planning
.5 unit (.25 unit lecture/.25 unit lab)
CR/NC only
An in-depth evaluation of learning disability as it is defined by Title V of the California Education Code for community colleges. Students will be assessed using psychometric tools to determine eligibility for accommodations and services. The course involves analysis and understanding of learning differences, the importance of the selection and application of effective learning strategies and the critical role of self advocacy in persons with a learning disability.

GUID 345
Applied Study Skills and Strategies
0.5-4 units (0.5 2 units lecture/0.5-2-2units lab)
CR/NC only
Development and application of adaptive study strategies. Students receive one on one and small group instruction in study strategies designed to enhance success in mainstream coursework. Strategy based learning is stressed in an effort to address a student's learning disability and/or learning difference. Independence and self advocacy are themes stressed throughout this lecture/lab course.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of sixteen enrollments

GUID 379
Introduction to Assistive Technology and Computers
0.5-4 units 90.25-2 units lecture/0.25-2 units lab)
CR/NC only
Training in assistive computer hardware, software and related applications. Individualized assessments are completed to select appropriate goals and objectives. Training in keyboarding for assistive computer use is also provided.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of sixteen enrollments

GUID 380
Assistive Technology and Computers
0.5-4 units (0.25-2 units lecture/0.25-2 units lab)
CR/NC only
Specific training in individualized assistive computer instruction. Individual assessments assist in determining appropriate assistive hardware and software designed to meet each students' needs. Training in the application of the assistive equipment is provided to allow for competency when used for mainstream coursework completion.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of sixteen enrollments

PE 90
Adaptive Physical Education
CSU and UC transferable
0.5-1 unit (0.5-1 unit lab)
Grade or CR/NC option
A comprehensive fitness course designed for students with disabilities. This class is in a weight room setting with access to adaptive equipment. Individual and group instruction will be provided. Areas to be covered include, lifetime fitness programs, flexability—range of motion, cardiovascular conditioning, general strength training. An individual goal for each student will be closely monitored by the instructor with the use of a pre and post semester physical assessment.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of four enrollments

PE 93
Adaptive Aquative Swim
CSU and UC transferable
0.5-1 unit (0.5-1 unit lab)
Grade or CR/NC option
A water-based exercise class for students with disabilities. This activity lab consists of four major components: Resistive water exercise, cardiovascular conditioning, aqua jogger/lap swimming instruction, flexibility-range of motion. An individual goal for each student will be closely monitored by the instructor with the use of a pre and post semester physical assessment.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of four enrollments

PE 98
Adaptive Physical Education
CSU and UC transferable
0.5-4 units (0.5-4 units lab)
CR/NC only
A course designed to provide late entry to Adaptive Physical Education programs numbered 90-99. Student can select either a pool setting or a resistive setting.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of sixteen enrollments

PE 300
Aqua Calisthenics
0.5-1 unit (0.5-1 unit lab)
CR/NC only
A course designed to provide late entry to Adaptive Physical Education programs numbered 90-99. Student can select either a pool setting or a resistive setting.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of four enrollments

PE 302
Adaptive Conditioning
0.5-1 unit (0.5-1 unit lab)
CR/NC only
A course designed to enable the student with disabilities to become independent and aware of his/her individual abilities through appropriate resistive and weight training activities.
Note: Repeatable to a maximum of four enrollments