Technology — Utah Skills Center North Technology — Utah Skills Center North who need a review. Manipulation of algebraic expressions, factoring, radicals, solving 1st and 2nd degree equations, and solutions of systems of two linear equations in two variables. (1-9) BE054. GED Math—Covers four basic principles of mathematics : arithmetic, geometry, algebra, and modern mathematics. The course is taught to prepare students to pass the quantitative section of the GED examination. BE056. Mathematics Laboratory—This course offers the students an opportunity to study problems and projects of particular difficulty under the direction and supervision of the mathematics staff. Students may avail themselves of this opportunity voluntarily or may be referred to the laboratory by an instructor. FAMILY LIFE BE060. Family Life—Oriented to meet the needs of the adult in the minority and lower economic settings. The course will cover: nutrition, home management and budgeting, consumer education, self-concepts and personal relationships, clothing and textiles, hygiene, child development, and health. The class will be programmed to instruct students in applying information to their own family situations. (1-9) OCCUPATIONAL CRAFTS AND ENRICHMENT BE070. Arts and Crafts—Organized to give individual an introduction to the therapy of art and craft-making. (1-9) BE072. Drapery Construction—Designed to acquaint students with the occupation of drapery construction. Included in the course is the teaching of particular skills such as the lining of drapes, valances and cafe curtains. (1-9) BE080. Listening to Music—Designed to introduce the students to the world of music. Provides a background from classical to hard rock for the students' enjoyment and appreciation. (1-9) ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE The English as a second language (ESL) program was designed to teach English to non-English speaking people in order that they may obtain gainful employment. The individuals are first taught enough English to survive in their environment. They then select a vocation that is compatible with their own abilities. Their English is further developed toward those voca tions. Upon reaching adequate levels of fluency and becoming functional in reading and writing, they are transferred into training in the vocational areas of their choice. The ESL program is divided into two major areas: 1. Survival English—A three month course designed for non-English speaking individuals who have limited English speaking and reading ability. Essentials of the English language are taught to enable individuals to become functional in everyday situations. The course concentrates on the oral approach and gradual introduction of basic reading and writing skills. Individualized learning techniques are used in all classes. 2. Manpower English as a Second Language (MESL)—A continuation of skills taught in Survival English oriented toward an individual's vocation. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills are developed to various degrees depending on the needs of the vocation. Special classes are designed for students attending vocational training. All classes utilize individual learning instruction and packets. COURSES OF INSTRUCTION BE058. Vocational Mathematics — General mathematics course applying math to everyday situations and vocational areas. Instruction in foreign language and English with an emphasis on English. (1-9) BE078. Supportive Vocational Studies—Expansion of reading, writing, speaking, listening skills in conjunction with the individual's vocational training. (1-9) BE090. Development of Speech Patterns—Designed to teach basic conversational skills in English. Emphasis on developing speaking and listening with some stress on pronunciation and grammar. (1-9) BE091. Essentials in Communication—Expansion in speaking and listening skills to become fluent in the English language. (1-9) BE092. Core Vocabulary—Designed to teach the student to comprehend and to use Dolch's 220 basic vocabulary words. Dictionary skills are introduced. (1-9) BE093. Vocabulary Building—Basic techniques in enlarging and improving the student's vocabulary. Drills are oriented toward the individual's vocational choice. (1-9) 390 391