Classes in ae

AE 600 Vocational Training I 0.0 units
Description: Prevocational skills for adults with substantial disabilities. Entry level work preparation is emphasized. Skills taught include: basic work routine orientation, communication skills, job ability assessment, self-advocacy and self-management skills.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify appropriate workplace behaviors and vocational skills in a work oriented program.
2. Demonstrate increased skill development in communication and peer-cooperation.
3. Identify and demonstrate the following work routines: schedules, safety, employer-employee relationships, appropriate job behavior and communication needs.
4. Recognize responsibilities and rights as an employee and as an individual.


AE 602 Vocational Training III 0.0 units
Description: Practical training and on-the-job work experience for students with disabilities. This course also provides preparation for entry level employment utilizing a number of work alternatives and settings.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Create a master application and develop a functional resume.
2. Practice proper interviewing techniques.
3. Evaluate potential job sites and employ informational interviews as research methods.
4. Prepare and submit applications to potential employers in line with their individualized career pathway.


AE 603 Vocational Training IV 0.0 units
Description: AE 603 is a job readiness course which provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in service-learning activities and job readiness training leading to job development and placement in a community setting.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Complete a master application and develop a functional resume.
2. Demonstrate proper interviewing techniques.
3. Practice service-learning activities on and off campus for the purpose of evaluating work habits and skills.
4. Evaluate potential job sites and conduct informational interviews to clarify interests.
5. Submit applications to potential employers of their choice.


AE 605 Vocational Training VI 0.0 units
Description: This course is designed for students with disabilities. The purpose of this course is to improve the student's ability to participate in the community, by increasing independence through acquisition of survival vocabulary, and practice in functional reading. Students will read stories written or revised for adults with limited reading skills. NOTE: Students are required to register with the AEC Counselor for this course.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate improved reading skills by increasing the number of paragraphs read aloud in class.
2. Employ reading comprehension skills by identifying main ideas and supporting details.
3. Recognize and define vocabulary words used in class reading assignments.


AE 613 Independence Training IV 0.0 units
Description: This course is designed for students with disabilities. The purpose of this course is to improve the student's ability to build math competencies related to independence in daily living and the work site. The focus of the class is basic computation, consumer awareness, money management, banking and purchasing. NOTE: Students are required to register with the AEC Counselor for this course.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify coins and currency values.
2. Demonstrate basic calculator functions by adding and subtracting whole numbers and decimals.
3. Recognize various aspects of personal finance, including credit, debit, savings and checking accounts.


AE 636 Adapted Physical Education 0.0 units
Description: An individualized program of adapted physical education activities designed to meet the needs of students who have physical limitations or disabilities. The course assists in the development and appreciation of physical activity as a regular planned contribution to one's overall physical fitness. This course is for the non-matriculating student, is not graded and is without college credit. ADVISORY: Students must be able to document a physical disability.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify their individual physical education goals.
2. Participate in individual and group activities to improve physical fitness and conditioning.
3. Explain increased awareness of their abilities and limitations through specific activities.
4. Demonstrate proper safety procedures specific to adapted equipment and exercise.


AE 637 Adapted Aquatic Fitness 0.0 units
Description: An individualized program of adapted aquatic exercise activities designed to meet the needs of students who have physical limitations or disabilities. The course assists in the development and appreciation of aquatic exercise as a regular planned contribution to one's overall physical fitness. This course is for the non-matriculating student, is not graded and is without college credit.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate ten (10) specific aquatic warm up exercises.
2. Demonstrate five (5) aquatic exercises that enhance/improve cardio-vascular conditioning.
3. Identify three (3) major muscles used while doing aquatic exercises.