Las Positas College - Spring 2025 - Class Schedule

SPRING 2025 9 25. 424. 1 000 | l p c - a d m i s s i o n s @ l a s p o s i t a s c o l l e g e . e d u S P R I N G 2025 - C O U R S E L I S T I N G S Please refer to the onl ine schedule on CLASS-Web to access course section detai ls and the course record numbers (CRNs) for registration. in different-sized ensembles. The course prepares students for established advanced jazz ensembles in the department like Jazz Combos, Jazz Ensemble, and Vocal East. Emphasis will be on group activities, individual projects, independent listening and practice, basic theory concepts, and performance. Recommended Course Preparation: MUS 6 or MUS 8A with minimum grade of C Performing ensembles require auditions per C-ID. Enrollment by audition only. MUS 145 PIANO TECHNOLOGY 1 2.0 Units This is the first of a 3-semester sequence that introduces students to Piano Tuning, Repair, Voicing, and Regulation in an immersive, hands-on program in which students will apply techniques on LPC pianos. Topics include tuning, pitch raising, voicing, string repair, key easing, re-bushing, upright and grand piano action regulation, common repairs such as repairing broken parts, re-shaping hammers, reconditioning and limited rebuilding of piano actions. MUS 146 PIANO TECHNOLOGY 2 2.0 Units This is the second course of a 3-semester sequence that continues instruction on Piano Tuning, Voicing, Repair and Regulation in an immersive, hands-on program using LPC Pianos. At the end of the one-year program, diligent participants will be able to tune a piano, initiate common repairs in the Field and be prepared to successfully complete Piano Technicians Guild Examinations. Prerequisite: MUS 145 with a minimum grade of C MUS 147 PIANO TECHNOLOGY 3 2.0 Units This is the final course of a 3-semester sequence that continues instruction on Piano Tuning, Voicing, Repair and Regulation in an immersive, hands-on program using LPC Pianos. At the end of the program, participants will be able to tune a piano, initiate common repairs in the field and be more prepared to successfully complete Piano Technicians Guild Examinations. Prerequisite: MUS 146 with a minimum grade of C NONCREDIT AUTOMOTIVE TECH NAUT A1 ENGINE REPAIR 0.0 Units An in-depth study of engines: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. A study of the above-mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. This class’s emphasis is on engines. Prerequisite: AUTO INTR, or NAUT INTR or AUTO INTL and AUTO INTZ with a minimum grade of C (May be taken concurrently) Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently. NAUT A2 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAX 0.0 Units An in-depth study of engine, transmission, transaxles: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. An in-depth study of the above- mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently. Prerequisite: NAUT INTR or AUTO INTR or AUTO INTL or AUTO INTZ with a minimum grade of C May be taken concurrently Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently. NAUT CA1 CONCEPTS OF ENGINE REPAIR 0.0 Units This class is lecture only and non-credit. An in-depth study of engines: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. A study of the above-mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. This class’s emphasis is on engines. NAUT CA2 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAX 0.0 Units This class is lecture only and non-credit. An in-depth study of engine, transmission, transaxles: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. An in-depth study of the above-mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. NAUT CINTR CONCEPTS OF AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE 0.0 Units This class is lecture only and non-credit. Bumper-to-Bumper Automotive Knowledge. Starting with hazardous waste handling, tool identification, maintenance and lubrication, moving into engine mechanical, emissions controls, suspension systems, air conditioning, airbags and safety, transmissions, axles, and finishing off with the future of the automotive industry. This is an introductory class for people who want to know more about their vehicle. NAUT INTR AUTO SERVICE AND INTRODUCTION 0.0 Units Bumper-to-Bumper Automotive Knowledge. Starting with hazardous waste handling, tool identification, maintenance and lubrication, moving into engine mechanical, emissions controls, suspension systems, air conditioning, airbags and safety, transmissions, axles, and finishing off with the future of the automotive industry. This is an introductory class for people who want to know more about their vehicle or who are planning an automotive career. NAUT LABA AUTOMOTIVE LAB 0.0 Units Automotive Lab is an open laboratory class for basic automotive students. This class is for students desiring to expand their hands-on experience using their own vehicle. Instructor will provide technical and supervisory support to guide students in completion of their self-initiated projects. Service information via computer service manuals will be available for students to use for vehicle information and research. Prerequisite: AUTO INTR or NAUT INTR or AUTO INTL and AUTO INTZ with a minimum grade of C May be taken concurrently NONCREDIT AVIATION NAVI 201 DRONES AND AERIAL SYSTEMS(UAS) 0.0 Units This course introduces students to the fundamentals of drones and Unoccupied Aerial System (UAS) focused on mission planning, basic flight operations and the legal (local, state, and federal) and ethical frameworks in order to safely operate a UAS. Course includes a hands-on lab component. NAVI 203 FAA REMOTE PILOT CERT. PREP 0.0 Units This course prepares students to pass the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate exam. It will focus on the main sections of the exam including: the basic flight operations, the legal and ethical frameworks, safety considerations, airspace classification, operating requirements, flight restrictions and the effects of weather on a drone’s performance. NAVI 202A DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO 0.0 Units This course is an introduction to using drones and Unoccupied Aerial Systems (UAS) to capture and process digital imagery. It will cover pre-flight planning, in-flight choreography, and post processing workflows. An emphasis is developing skills for entry- level positions using drones for commercial photography and videography. This is a creative starting point to using drones in multiple disciplines and careers. It involves a structured, exercise based, and hands-on laboratory component. Recommended Course Preparation: NAVI 201 or GEOG 15 or PHTO 56 or PHTO 58 with a minimum grade of C Scan here to visit the current Spring 2025 class schedule online