ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE FOR TRANSFER Crafton - AA-T

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The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

Program Map

O Available Online
GE General Education
Program Requirement

1st Semester

13 units

Students who follow Departmental Recommendations on this Program Map will also be eligible to earn a HISTORY Associates of Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T). For UC Transferable Electives, refer to the Credit Courses list found in the Current College Catalog by going to: craftonhills.smartcatalogiq.com/en/

ENGLISH COMPOSITION (IGETC Area 1A)
English 101: College Reading and Composition is a first-year course created to build on your existing knowledge and current practices related to reading and writing. In particular, this course focuses on developing your practices of analytical and active reading, conducting academic-level research, and entering into conversations with scholarly and creative thinkers. This course will empower you to make meaningful choices in your writing and develop flexible and personalized learning strategies, all while strengthening your voice as a scholar and building your confidence as a student.
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English 101: College Reading and Composition is a first-year course created to build on your existing knowledge and current practices related to reading and writing. In particular, this course focuses on developing your practices of analytical and active reading, conducting academic-level research, and entering into conversations with scholarly and creative thinkers. This course will empower you to make meaningful choices in your writing and develop flexible and personalized learning strategies, all while strengthening your voice as a scholar and building your confidence as a student. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
HIST 100 or 100H - History of the United States to 1877
Survey of American history from the pre-Columbian period to the end of the Reconstruction Era in 1877. Introduction to key issues and developments of the period as America shifts its economic, political, technological and cultural base from a predominantly dependent agrarian colonial society to an independent urban, industrial nation.

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    Survey of American history from the pre-Columbian period to the end of the Reconstruction Era in 1877. Introduction to key issues and developments of the period as America shifts its economic, political, technological and cultural base from a predominantly dependent agrarian colonial society to an independent urban, industrial nation. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

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      ORAL COMMUNICATION (IGETC Area 1C) - Department Recommended Course: COMMST 100
      Department Recommended Course: COMMST 100
      Introductory study and training in public communication including the concepts, principles, and skills required to prepare relevant, audience-centered speeches. Development of skills including listening, organization, research, delivery, and critical evaluation of communication messages.
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      Introductory study and training in public communication including the concepts, principles, and skills required to prepare relevant, audience-centered speeches. Development of skills including listening, organization, research, delivery, and critical evaluation of communication messages. This course includes additional content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
      OR
      Examination of the dynamics of the communication process within the context of interpersonal relationships. Principles of effective listening and accurate expression of verbal and nonverbal messages. Development of skills including assertiveness, conflict management, self disclosure and emotional expression to improve personal and professional interactions with others.
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      Examination of the dynamics of the communication process within the context of interpersonal relationships. Principles of effective listening and accurate expression of verbal and nonverbal messages. Development of skills including assertiveness, conflict management, self disclosure and emotional expression to improve personal and professional interactions with others. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
      OR
      Introductory principles and techniques of small group interaction including participation in panel discussions, symposiums and cooperative problem-solving. Development of skills in agenda setting, decision making, group leadership, conflict management and professional presentations. Emphasis on critical thinking and meaningful communication as they apply to work in business, education and the community.
      POLIT 100 or 100H - American Politics
      Introductory course in the fundamentals of American government and politics. Introduction to basic concepts in political science, key institutions in the American political system, the US Constitution and Bill of Rights, and political issues that confront the nation and state today.

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        Introductory course in the fundamentals of American government and politics. Introduction to basic concepts in political science, key institutions in the American political system, the US Constitution and Bill of Rights, and political issues that confront the nation and state today. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

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          2nd Semester

          17 units
          CRITICAL THINKING (IGETC Area 1B)
          Instruction in writing compositions reflecting critical thinking and employing rhetorical skills beyond those taught in Freshman Composition (ENGL 101), including summary, analysis, evaluation, rebuttal, and argument. Includes instruction in the analysis of argumentative prose, various rhetorical techniques, the principles of inductive and deductive reasoning, and the informal fallacies. Requires substantial analytical reading and writing.
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          Instruction in writing compositions reflecting critical thinking and employing rhetorical skills beyond those taught in Freshman Composition (ENGL 101), including summary, analysis, evaluation, rebuttal, and argument. Includes instruction in the analysis of argumentative prose, various rhetorical techniques, the principles of inductive and deductive reasoning, and the informal fallacies. Requires substantial analytical reading and writing. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
          OR
          Introduction to techniques of critical thought and writing with an emphasis on exposing fallacious forms of reasoning and identifying, analyzing, constructing and evaluating arguments.
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          Introduction to techniques of critical thought and writing with an emphasis on exposing fallacious forms of reasoning and identifying, analyzing, constructing and evaluating arguments.
          HIST 101 or 101H - History of the United States 1865 to Present
          Survey of American history 1865 to present. Introduction to key social, political, economic and cultural issues and developments in America's emergence as an urban, industrial and technological, global-leading, consumer society.

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            Survey of American history 1865 to present. Introduction to key social, political, economic and cultural issues and developments in America's emergence as an urban, industrial and technological, global-leading, consumer society. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

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              MATH 110, 110H, or PSYCH 120
              The use of probability techniques, hypothesis testing, and predictive techniques to facilitate decision-making. An introduction to the mathematics involved in the statistical formulas. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-square and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Applications using data from disciplines including business, life science, physical science, health science, education, social sciences, and psychology.

              Course Details:

              1. Prerequisite: MATH 095
              2. Prerequisite: MATH 095C
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              The use of probability techniques, hypothesis testing, and predictive techniques to facilitate decision-making. An introduction to the mathematics involved in the statistical formulas. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-square and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Applications using data from disciplines including business, life science, physical science, health science, education, social sciences, and psychology. This course includes content and experience appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

              Course Details:

              1. Prerequisite: MATH 095
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              The use of probability techniques, hypothesis testing, and predictive techniques to facilitate decision making. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance; chi squared and t-tests; effect size; confidence intervals; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings, especially for practical applications using data from disciplines such as the social sciences, health care and education. While the MATH 110 class approaches these topics with a firmer grounding in the principles of mathematics, this PSYCH 120 does cover the mathematical basis of statistics, probability theory and estimation, but focuses on the interpretation and application, uses and misuses, and the analysis and criticism of statistical arguments in public discourse.

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              1. Prerequisite: MATH 095
            1. Transfers to UC
              2. POLIT 104
              Introduction to Comparative Politics
              Introductory course in comparative political systems, movements and ideologies, including politics in the industrialized democracies, post-communist countries, and the Third World. Analysis of the cross-cultural similarities and differences of various countries and their politics. Introduction to the comparative method.

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                SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (IGETC Area 4) - Department Recommended Course: PSYCH 100
                Department Recommended Course: PSYCH 100
                Introduction to the history, objectives, methods, and theory of contemporary archaeology. Topics include the historical development of archaeological science, archaeological methodology and interpretation, dating techniques, the analysis of cultural sequence, and ethical and legal considerations related to archaeological research.
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                Introduction to the study of human societies from a cross-cultural perspective. Examination of culture and culture change, communication and language, food-getting practices, economic systems, sex and gender, marriage, kinship, political organization, religion and art as well as an introduction to the history and theories of anthropological study.
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                Introduction to the study of human societies from a cross-cultural perspective. Examination of culture and culture change, communication and language, food-getting practices, economic systems, sex and gender, marriage, kinship, political organization, religion and art as well as an introduction to the history and theories of anthropological study. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
                OR
                Introduction to humans as biological organisms from an evolutionary perspective. Study of evolutionary theory, primates and primate origins, early hominids, the origin and development of anatomically modern humans, human variation and evolution of the brain and behavior as well as contemporary issues in biological anthropology.
                OR
                Introduction to humans as biological organisms from an evolutionary perspective. Study of evolutionary theory, primates and primate origins, early hominids, the origin and development of anatomically modern humans, human variation and evolution of the brain and behavior as well as contemporary issues in biological anthropology. This course included content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
                OR
                This course explores the anthropology of Native Americans from prehistory to the present. Utilizing an anthropological and Native American Studies perspective, we examine sociocultural issues relevant to Native Americans such as economics, language, religion, identity, politics, and cultural change. Special attention will be given to the contributions of Native Americans to the field of anthropology and to the broader culture of the United States. Emphasis will also be placed on the impact of European colonialism and on contemporary issues such as discrimination, the struggle for sovereignty, and land rights. Addresses the contemporary status of native cultural traditions taking into account social change and adaptation. This course is also offered as ANTHRO 107 and HIST 107.
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                This course introduces the study of beliefs and practices, past and present, associated with magic, witchcraft, and religion. Topics examined include ritual, symbolism, mythology, altered states of consciousness, and healing, as well as syncretism, change, and the social roles of these beliefs and practices. This course is also offered as RELIG 110.
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                Introduction to the anthropological study of language. Examination of nonhuman communication and the origin of language in humans; language acquisition and speech production; nonverbal communication; structure of language; language history and change, and the relationship between language and culture, power, ethnicity, gender, and social stratification.
                OR
                Introduction to American Deaf Culture and the Deaf community as a linguistic and cultural minority in the United States. Multidisciplinary examination of aspects of Deaf Culture including history, traditions, values, language, art, education, family and social and political interactions. Attendance to Deaf Community events may be required.
                OR
                This introductory course examines the major physical, cognitive/language, social, and emotional developmental milestones for children, both typical and atypical, from conception through adolescence. While also studying developmental theories and investigative research methodologies, students will observe children as well as evaluate and analyze characteristics of development.
                OR
                This introductory course examines the major physical, cognitive/language, social, and emotional developmental milestones for children, both typical and atypical, from conception through adolescence. While also studying developmental theories and investigative research methodologies, students will observe children as well as evaluate and analyze characteristics of development. This course is intended for students in the Honors Program and contains additional content and experiences.
                OR
                Examination of the effects of family and community on a child's development. Interaction between child, family, school, peers, media and community are explored. Emphasis on historical and social-cultural factors. Explores socialization and identity development as well child advocacy and the ability to use community resources to empower families and children.
                OR
                This course examines the influence of diversity on all domains of child development. It addresses influences such as culture, race, socio-economic class, abilities and ethnicity on children's physical cognitive and social-emotional development. Theory and research as well as practical implications for working with children and families in an early childhood setting are addressed.
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                An introduction to contemporary mass media including television, radio, sound recordings, film, print media and computer-mediated communication. Exploration of the theories, history, effects, and role of mass communication both in the United States and globally. Critical analysis of mass media messages. This course is also offered as JOUR 135.
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                Study of the multicultural nature of communication in our diverse world. Examines how interactions are influenced by culture, including race and ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation, age, religious faith and disability. Exploration of personal cultural identity, theories of intercultural communication, sources of cultural conflict, and development of skills for effective intercultural communication.
                OR
                Economic analysis applied to issues and problems facing the U.S. economy. Economic problems are analyzed with the elementary tools of economics as a way of evaluating alternative choices with respect to actual or hypothetical courses of action. Topics include supply and demand, market structures, inflation, unemployment, fiscal policy, monetary policy, and international trade.
                OR
                Introduction to the basic mechanisms of macroeconomics, including key underlying concepts, theories and institutions such as the market system, national income accounting, the Classical and Keynesian theories, the Federal Reserve System and the banking system. An examination of various contemporary economic problems such as business cycle, economic growth, unemployment, inflation, and budget deficit and debt. Other topics including money creation by the banking sector, the role of the central bank, fiscal policy, and monetary policy are also examined

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                  Introduction to the basic mechanisms of macroeconomics, including key underlying concepts, theories and institutions such as the market system, national income accounting, the Classical and Keynesian theories, the Federal Reserve System and the banking system. An examination of various contemporary economic problems such as business cycle, economic growth, unemployment, inflation, and budget deficit. Other topics including money creation by the banking sector, the role of the central bank, fiscal policy, and monetary policy are also examined. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

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                    An introduction to economic principles that govern production, exchange, distribution and consumption in a capitalist economy. Topics include supply and demand, consumer theory, production theory, and price formation in competitive and noncompetitive markets, theory of comparative advantage and international trade. Issues including scarcity, market equilibrium, elasticity, production and cost theory, market structures, and market failure are also examined.

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                      An introduction to economic principles that govern production, exchange, distribution and consumption in a capitalist economy. Topics include supply and demand, consumer theory, production theory, and price formation in competitive and noncompetitive markets, theory of comparative advantage and international trade. Issues including scarcity, market equilibrium, elasticity, production and cost theory, market structures, and market failure are also examined. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

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                        An introduction to the interrelationship between people and the environment. Emphasis on global settlement patterns, economic activities, population trends, agriculture, urban patterns, major languages and religions.
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                        An introduction to the interrelationship between people and the environment. Emphasis on global settlement patterns, economic activities, population trends, agriculture, urban patterns, major languages and religions. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
                        OR
                        An introduction to world geography emphasizing the nature of major world culture regions, their social structure, religions, governments and economics.
                        OR
                        Survey of American history from the pre-Columbian period to the end of the Reconstruction Era in 1877. Introduction to key issues and developments of the period as America shifts its economic, political, technological and cultural base from a predominantly dependent agrarian colonial society to an independent urban, industrial nation.
                        OR
                        Survey of American history from the pre-Columbian period to the end of the Reconstruction Era in 1877. Introduction to key issues and developments of the period as America shifts its economic, political, technological and cultural base from a predominantly dependent agrarian colonial society to an independent urban, industrial nation. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

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                          OR
                          Survey of American history 1865 to present. Introduction to key social, political, economic and cultural issues and developments in America's emergence as an urban, industrial and technological, global-leading, consumer society.
                          OR
                          Survey of American history 1865 to present. Introduction to key social, political, economic and cultural issues and developments in America's emergence as an urban, industrial and technological, global-leading, consumer society. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

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                            A historical study of religion in America from colonial times to present. This course is also offered as RELIG 135.
                            OR
                            Survey of California history from the pre-Columbian period to the present. Introduction to key issues and developments in social, political, economic, technological, geographic and cultural aspects vital to the growth of California from colonial outpost to a highly diverse modern state.
                            OR
                            An introduction to Latin American history from the pre-Columbian to modern era. A survey of the political, economic, cultural, and social history of Latin America.
                            OR
                            Study of cross-cultural history emphasizing the art and literature, philosophy and religion, family and society, as well as the political, economic and technological contributions of the world's civilizations from the earliest societies through the classical to 1500CE. The course focuses on the ethno-cultural traditions of the Middle East, Asia, Greece, Rome and Medieval and Reformation Europe.

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                              Study of cross-cultural history emphasizing the art and literature, philosophy and religion, family and society, as well as the political, economic and technological contributions of the world's civilizations from the earliest societies through the classical to 1500CE. The course focuses on the ethno-cultural traditions of the Middle East, Asia, Greece, Rome and Medieval and Reformation Europe. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
                              OR
                              Study of cross-cultural history emphasizing the art and literature, philosophy and religion, family and society, as well as the political, economic and technological contributions of the world's civilizations from 1500CE to the present. This course focuses on modern western and non-western history, culture and socio-political structures and the effect of modern technology, colonialism and revolution in the world.
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                              Study of cross-cultural history emphasizing the art and literature, philosophy and religion, family and society, as well as the political, economic and technological contributions of the world's civilizations from 1500CE to the present. This course focuses on modern western and non-western history, culture and socio-political structures and the effect of modern technology, colonialism and revolution in the world. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
                              OR
                              Introductory course in the fundamentals of American government and politics. Introduction to basic concepts in political science, key institutions in the American political system, the US Constitution and Bill of Rights, and political issues that confront the nation and state today.
                              OR
                              Introductory course in the fundamentals of American government and politics. Introduction to basic concepts in political science, key institutions in the American political system, the US Constitution and Bill of Rights, and political issues that confront the nation and state today. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
                              OR
                              Introductory course in the fundamentals of California government and politics. Introduction to state, county and local government institutions; interest groups and relevant cultural and historical influences within the state and region; and political, social and economic issues that confront the state, region, and Inland Empire today.
                              OR
                              Introductory course in comparative political systems, movements and ideologies, including politics in the industrialized democracies, post-communist countries, and the Third World. Analysis of the cross-cultural similarities and differences of various countries and their politics. Introduction to the comparative method.

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                                Introductory course in recent and contemporary world politics, including foreign policies of the major countries, international diplomacy, and trans-national institutions; problems of developing nations and the interdependence of globilization. Examination of important areas of international conflict, conflict resolution, and cooperation.

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                                  Introductory course on political theory, using primary texts to survey Western political thought, exploring issues such as the purpose of politics, the nature of justice and political authority, the social contract, natural rights, the responsibility of community and citizenship, the paradox of democracy, the morality of political ambition and power, the future of the bourgeois state, and the virtues, failings and challenges of political diversity. Exposes students to some classic pieces in the field with training in how to work with and critically consider theoretical and philosophical texts addressing politics.
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                                  Survey of the nature and scope of psychology including the topics of neurophysiology, sensation, perception, learning, memory, cognition, intelligence, language, emotion, motivation, personality, psychopathology, treatment and social psychology.
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                                  Survey of the nature and scope of psychology including the topics of neurophysiology, sensation, perception, learning, memory, cognition, intelligence, language, emotion, motivation, personality, psychopathology, treatment and social psychology. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                  Examination of human capacity to change, adapt, and cope with a variety of circumstances over the life span. Special attention is paid to the sociocultural contexts of adjustment, the role of self understanding in adjustment, stress, adult development, careers, and family issues. A variety of theoretical perspectives will be used to review healthy and unhealthy behavior patterns as well as coping techniques for day-to-day concerns.
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                                  Survey of the theoretical attempts to describe and explain human nature, especially the models of the mind and behavior developed by psychoanalytic, behavioral, humanistic,positive,and cognitive psychologists.
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                                  Survey of the field of mental disturbances: their symptomatology, prevalence, etiology, classification, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. Exploration of psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive, behavioral, neuroscience, and cross-cultural models.
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                                  Introduction to the study of lifespan development psychology from conception through aging. The focus is on six issues: the nature of change, continuity and discontinuity in development, the influence of genes and social context on growth, the influence of culture, race, and ethnicity on development, the effect of present experience on future outcomes, and current theory and research which contribute to an understanding of human development over the lifespan.
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                                  Survey of selected factors in human sexual behavior. Emphasis on the psychology of sex and an analysis of assumptions and attitudes toward human sexuality. Theoretical perspectives and research from the areas of sociology, anthropology, and biology as well as psychology.
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                                  Survey of the history of Islam from the time of Muhammad, including a study of the Qur'an and other primary Islamic sources. This course provides an overview of Islam and Islamic-based culture, civilization and movements with a focus on its distinctive practices and beliefs.
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                                  An introductory study of the basic concepts, theoretical foundations, and methods of sociology. Topics typically include the analysis and explanation of structure, group dynamics, socialization and the self, social stratification, culture and diversity, social change and globalization.
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                                  An introductory study of the basic concepts, theoretical foundations, and methods of sociology. Topics typically include the analysis and explanation of social structure, group dynamics, socialization and the self, social stratification, culture and diversity, social change, and globalization. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
                                  OR
                                  An analysis of contemporary social problems plaguing American society at individual and institutional levels, including: drug and alcohol use/abuse, violence, race and ethnic relations, poverty, ageism, sexual orientation, unemployment, education, population and urbanization, environment, technology, and war.
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                                  An examination of women's experiences and perspectives through the lenses of history, race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation/identity and social roles. Also offered as ETHS 106.
                                  OR
                                  A sociological exploration of the institutions of marriage and family. Study of the historical conceptualizations of family as well as the effect culture, gender, age and socioeconomic factors have on the contemporary family.
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                                  Multidisciplinary examination of the experience of Chicano/as and Latino/as in the United States. Introduction to the history and culture of Chicano/a communities, social movements and ideologies behind those movements, and contemporary issues facing Chicano/as and other Latino/a groups. This course is also offered as ETHS 132
                                  OR
                                  Sociological study of race, ethnicity and diversity in American society. Examination of various social conditions that affect the ever changing culture of American society. This course is also offered as ETHS 141.
                                  OR
                                  Sociological study of race, ethnicity and diversity in American society. Examination of various social conditions that affect the ever changing culture of American society. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for student wishing to earn honors credit. This course is also offered as ETHS 141H
                                  OR
                                  Sociological study of sex and gender roles. Study of historical and contemporary constructions of masculinity and femininity, the effect of culture on gender roles and the social institutions and movements associated with sex and gender identity.
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                                  A comprehensive exploration of aging and the life course, looking at the social and psychological aspects of aging.

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                                  3rd Semester

                                  16 units
                                  ETHNIC STUDIES (IGETC Area 7)
                                  Study of the literature, plays, poetry, film, and lyrics representative of Latino/Chicano literature. This course includes written analyses. Students analyze the literature and apply critical theory to describe critical events in the histories, cultures, and intellectual and literary traditions, with special focus on the lived experiences, social struggles, and contributions of Latino/a Americans in the United States. This course is also offered as ETHS 163.
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                                  Study of the literature, plays, poetry, film, and lyrics representative of Latino/Chicano literature. This course includes written analyses. Students analyze the literature and apply critical theory to describe critical events in the histories, cultures, and intellectual and literary traditions, with special focus on the lived experiences, social struggles, and contributions of Latino/a Americans in the United States. This course is also offered as ETHS 163.
                                  OR
                                  A survey of Native American literature from early oral narrative to contemporary literature. Includes Ethnic Studies themes such as race, dislocation, displacement, nation, home, self-determination, gender, class and sexuality, applying Ethnic Studies theory to critical events, histories, cultures, and intellectual and literary traditions with special focus on the lived experiences, social struggles, and contributions of Native Americans. Also, includes a comprehensive exposure to Native American prose, poetry, oratory, essay and modern fiction and a introduction to the cultural, social, intellectual, and artistic trends of Native American culture and their relationship to contemporary literature. Students analyze and write about the literature and apply critical theory to describe critical events in the histories, cultures, and intellectual and literary traditions, with special focus on the lived experiences, social struggles, and contributions of Native Americans in the United States. This course is also offered as ETHS 164.
                                  OR
                                  A survey of Native American literature from early oral narrative to contemporary literature. Includes Ethnic Studies themes such as race, dislocation, displacement, nation, home, self-determination, gender, class and sexuality, applying Ethnic Studies theory to critical events, histories, cultures, and intellectual and literary traditions with special focus on the lived experiences, social struggles, and contributions of Native Americans. Also, includes a comprehensive exposure to Native American prose, poetry, oratory, essay and modern fiction and a introduction to the cultural, social, intellectual, and artistic trends of Native American culture and their relationship to contemporary literature. Students analyze and write about the literature and apply critical theory to describe critical events in the histories, cultures, and intellectual and literary traditions, with special focus on the lived experiences, social struggles, and contributions of Native Americans in the United States. This course is also offered as ETHS 164.
                                  OR
                                  Multidisciplinary examination of the experience of Chicano/as and Latino/as in the United States. Introduction to the history and culture of Chicano/a communities, social movements and ideologies behind those movements, and contemporary issues facing Chicano/as and other Latino/a groups. This course is also offered as ETHS 132
                                  OR
                                  Multidisciplinary examination of the experience of Chicano/as and Latino/as in the United States. Introduction to the history and culture of Chicano/a communities, social movements and ideologies behind those movements, and contemporary issues facing Chicano/as and other Latino/a groups. This course is also offered as ETHS 132
                                  OR
                                  Sociological study of race, ethnicity and diversity in American society. Examination of various social conditions that affect the ever changing culture of American society. This course is also offered as ETHS 141.
                                  OR
                                  Sociological study of race, ethnicity and diversity in American society. Examination of various social conditions that affect the ever changing culture of American society. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for student wishing to earn honors credit. This course is also offered as ETHS 141H
                                  OR
                                  Sociological study of race, ethnicity and diversity in American society. Examination of various social conditions that affect the ever changing culture of American society. This course is also offered as ETHS 141.
                                  OR
                                  Sociological study of race, ethnicity and diversity in American society. Examination of various social conditions that affect the ever changing culture of American society. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for student wishing to earn honors credit. This course is also offered as SOC141H
                                  PHYSICAL SCIENCE w/ LAB (IGETC Area 5A and 5C) - Department Recommended Courses: GEOG 110 and 111 or GEOL 101 and 160
                                  One course from IGETC Area 5A Physical or 5B Biological Science must include a laboratory. Department Recommended Courses: GEOG 110 and 111 or GEOL 101 and 160
                                  Introduction to the ideas, concepts and theories of astronomy including celestial motion, properties and evolutions of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and cosmology.
                                  OR
                                  Introduction to the ideas, concepts and theories of astronomy including celestial motion, properties and evolutions of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and cosmology. This course included content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                  Laboratory work to supplement ASTRON 150. Topics include telescopes, planetary motion, the Sun and stars, and cosmology. A one-evening lunar photography lab will be required.
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                                  Introduction to college chemistry, with an emphasis on the general principles of chemistry, including critical thinking, analysis and problem solving in chemistry. Topics include the study of matter, bonding, the periodic table, stoichiometry, chemical reactions, nomenclature and organic chemistry. Laboratory component is both qualitative and quantitative in scope. Critical thinking, writing, measurement, identification and analysis are emphasized.
                                  OR
                                  Introduction to college organic chemistry, with an emphasis on the fundamental principles of organic chemistry. Topics include structure, nomenclature, properties, reactions, synthesis and biochemistry. Laboratory component is both qualitative and quantitative in scope. Critical thinking, writing, measurement, identification and analysis skills are emphasized.
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                                  Chemistry for the non-science major. Presentation of the world of chemistry from the viewpoint of the consumer and citizen. Investigation of fundamental principles of chemistry along with health and societal applications. Supplementary topics selected from areas of current social interest, such as air and water pollution, nuclear and alternative energy sources, and forensic science. Fosters an interest in science by preparing students to make effective decisions, and by developing critical thinking skills that can be applied to challenges in a changing world.
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                                  First semester in a year-long general chemistry sequence. Study of the fundamental principles of chemistry. Topics include atomic structure, bonding, the periodic table, stoichiometry, chemical reactions, enthalpy and nomenclature. Laboratory component is both qualitative and quantitative in scope. Critical thinking, writing, measurement, identification, and analysis skills are emphasized. The course meets requirements of science majors as well as pre-dental, pre-medical, pre-veterinary and pre-engineering majors.
                                  OR
                                  Continuation of Chemistry 150. Topics include kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear reactions and chemistry of coordination compounds. Laboratory portion will include a variety of experiments to supplement and reinforce class work. Critical thinking, writing, measurement, identification and analysis skills are emphasized. The course meets requirements of science majors as well as pre-dental, pre-medical, pre-veterinary and pre-engineering majors.
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                                  This is the first semester of a one-year course in organic chemistry with lab intended for majors in the natural sciences (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physics, and pre-medicine). Examines carbon compounds including structure, nomenclature, functional groups, reactivity, synthesis, and reaction mechanisms. Spectroscopy and modern theoretical concepts studied. Laboratory includes preparation, identification, and the study of properties of organic compounds.
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                                  This is the second semester of a one-year course in organic chemistry with lab intended for majors in the natural sciences (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physics, and pre-medicine). Examines carbon compounds including structure, nomenclature, functional groups, reactivity, synthesis, and reaction mechanisms. Spectroscopy and modern theoretical concepts studied. Laboratory includes preparation, identification, and the study of properties of organic compounds.
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                                  A spatial study of Earth's dynamic physical systems and processes. Topics include Earth-sun relationships, the atmosphere, weather and climate, water and the hydrosphere, geomorphology and landforms, soils and their distribution, biogeography and tectonics and the associated landforms. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and processes and their resulting patterns and distributions.
                                  OR
                                  A spatial study of Earth's dynamic physical systems and processes. Topics include Earth-sun relationships, the atmosphere, weather and climate, water and the hydrosphere, geomorphology and landforms, soils and their distribution, biogeography and tectonics and the associated landforms. Emphasis is on interrelationships among systems and processes and their resulting patterns and distributions. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                  Laboratory exercises designed to utilize the tools of geographic inquiry, including aerial photographs, topographic and geologic maps, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS), climographs and field studies. The laboratory studies are closely coordinated with the lecture topics.
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                                  Laboratory exercises designed to utilize the tools of geographic inquiry, including aerial photographs, topographic and geologic maps, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS), climographs and field studies. The laboratory studies are closely coordinated with the lecture topics. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                  Study of the earth's atmospheric phenomena, emphasizing the causes and regional distribution of weather and climate. Laboratory studies are closely related to lecture topics.
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                                  Study of the Earth's atmospheric phenomena, emphasizing the causes and regional distribution of weather and climate.
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                                  Historical study of each of California's physiographic provinces with respect to the people, geomorphic features and tectonics, biogeography, climate, energy, natural resources and human history. Field trips are required.
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                                  Introduction to the study of the earth with emphasis on materials that make up the crust, geomorphological environments and features, tectonic processes and resultant effects and landforms. Laboratory studies are closely coordinated with the lecture topics.
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                                  Introduction to the study of the earth with emphasis on materials that make up the crust, geomorphological environments and features, tectonic processes and resultant effects and landforms. Laboratory studies are closely coordinated with the lecture topics. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                  An introduction to the study of the earth with emphasis on the materials that make up the earth, discussion of plate tectonics; the process that created the continents and the ocean basins, and the external processes that form the landscapes. Tools of geologic inquiry include physical properties of minerals and rocks, aerial photographs, geologic maps, Brunton compass, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positional Systems (GPS), and fieldtrips.
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                                  An introduction to the study of the earth with emphasis on the materials that make up the earth, discussion of plate tectonics; the process that created the continents and the ocean basins, and the external processes that form the landscapes. Tools of geologic inquiry include physical properties of minerals and rocks, aerial photographs, geologic maps, Brunton compass, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positional Systems (GPS), and fieldtrips. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                  Introduction to the study of geologic history. Evolution of the Earth both geologically and biologically from its inception through the present day and the geologic processes responsible for its constant reshaping and continued morphological change of the planet and it life forms. Emphasis on the historical geologic development of North America. Laboratory and field studies are required.
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                                  Introduction to the study of geologic history. Evolution of the Earth, both geologically and biologically, from its inception through the present day, and the geologic processes responsible for its constant reshaping and continued morphological change of the planet and it life forms. Emphasis will be on the historical geologic development of North America. Field studies are required.
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                                  This course is a study of the essentials of Earth Science, including the geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and solar system. This course focuses primarily on the interactions between these Earth essentials, such as tectonics, Earth materials including minerals, rocks and the rock cycle, hydrologic cycle, weather and climate, and the Earth's place in the solar system.
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                                  This course is a study of the essentials of Earth Science, including the geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and solar system. Companion laboratory class with Earth Science.
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                                  Introduction to the interrelationships among geologic processes, earth materials and humans, emphasizing geologic hazards (mass movements such as landslides, earthquakes, volcanoes, etc.), the problems of urbanization (waste management, energy and the environment, and desertification), and natural resources, including the issues involved with their extraction. Emphasis will be on case studies within California. Field studies are required.
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                                  Introduction to the interrelationships among geologic processes, earth materials and humans, emphasizing geologic hazards (mass movements such as landslides, earthquakes, volcanoes, etc.), the problems of urbanization (waste management, energy and the environment, and desertification), and natural resources, including the issues involved with their extraction. Emphasis will be on case studies within California. Field studies are required. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
                                  OR
                                  Laboratory exercises designed to utilize the tools of geologic inquiry, including physical properties of minerals and rocks, aerial photographs, geologic maps, Brunton compass, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positional Systems (GPS), and fieldtrips. The laboratory studies are closely coordinated with the lecture topics.
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                                  Introduction to the interrelationship among the geologic processes that created the state of California. Each of the twelve geomorphic provinces will be examined with respect to their physical and historical geologic background. The geologic hazards of California will be discussed. Case studies will be focused on southern California.
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                                  Study of the oceans and seas, with an additional Geographic Information Systems (GIS) computer lab component. Includes geological and tectonic processes, bathymetry, chemistry, physics, and dynamic influences on oceans and seas. Covers in detail topics related to marine biology, and the relationships between marine communities and their physical environment, structures of the earth and sea floor, atmospheric wind and ocean circulation, waves, currents, tides, marine plants and animals, ecological concepts and remote sensiing. Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and other data collection analysis and display methods.
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                                  Study of the basic principles of oceanography, including the structure of the Earth and sea floor, the physics and chemistry of the ocean, atmospheric and ocean circulation, waves, currents, tides, marine plants and animals, ecosystems, and environmental concerns. This class has a required field trip.
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                                  Study of the basic principles of oceanography, including the structure of the Earth and sea floor, the physics and chemistry of the ocean, atmospheric and ocean circulation, waves, currents, tides, marine plants and animals, ecosystems, and environmental concerns. This class has a required field trip. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                  Introduction to the ideas, concepts, and theories of physics including mechanics, waves, heat, electromagnetism, and atomic and nuclear structure. This course does not require students to have extensive knowledge of mathematics.
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                                  First in a sequence of two courses designed for students majoring in the biological sciences. Introduction to classical mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, and oscillations and waves. Pertinent concepts in calculus will be addressed as required.
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                                  Second in a sequence of two courses designed for students majoring in the biological sciences. Introduction to optics, electricity and magnetism and atomic and nuclear physics. Pertinent concepts in calculus will be addressed as required.
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                                  Study of physics, including mechanics, conservation laws, fluids, and wave motion. Replaces PHYSIC 200.
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                                  A continuation of PHYSIC 250. Study of physics, including electricity, magnetism, Maxwell's Equations and optics. Replaces PHYSIC 200/201.
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                                  A continuation of PHYSIC 251. Study of physics, including thermodynamics, relativity, quantum theory, structure of atoms, nuclei, molecules and solids. Replaces PHYSIC 201.
                                  POLIT 110
                                  Introduction to Political Theory
                                  Introductory course on political theory, using primary texts to survey Western political thought, exploring issues such as the purpose of politics, the nature of justice and political authority, the social contract, natural rights, the responsibility of community and citizenship, the paradox of democracy, the morality of political ambition and power, the future of the bourgeois state, and the virtues, failings and challenges of political diversity. Exposes students to some classic pieces in the field with training in how to work with and critically consider theoretical and philosophical texts addressing politics.

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                                    UC TRANSFERABLE ELECTIVE - Department Recommended Course: POLIT 106
                                    Choose any (3 unit) UC Transferable Course. Please refer to the Credit Courses list found in the Current College Catalog by going to: https://craftonhills.smartcatalogiq.com/en/. (1) Select the Current Catalog. (2) Select Credit Courses. (3) Choose a Discipline and select the course to access the course description. (4) Ensure that the description states UC, CSU, Associate Degree Applicable. Department Recommended Course: POLIT 106
                                    Introductory course in recent and contemporary world politics, including foreign policies of the major countries, international diplomacy, and trans-national institutions; problems of developing nations and the interdependence of globilization. Examination of important areas of international conflict, conflict resolution, and cooperation.

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                                      UC TRANSFERABLE ELECTIVE - Department Recommended Course: HIST 170
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                                      Study of cross-cultural history emphasizing the art and literature, philosophy and religion, family and society, as well as the political, economic and technological contributions of the world's civilizations from the earliest societies through the classical to 1500CE. The course focuses on the ethno-cultural traditions of the Middle East, Asia, Greece, Rome and Medieval and Reformation Europe.

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                                        OR
                                        Study of cross-cultural history emphasizing the art and literature, philosophy and religion, family and society, as well as the political, economic and technological contributions of the world's civilizations from the earliest societies through the classical to 1500CE. The course focuses on the ethno-cultural traditions of the Middle East, Asia, Greece, Rome and medieval Europe. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

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                                        1. Departmental Recommendation: ENGL 101
                                        2. Departmental Recommendation: ENGL 101H

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                                        4th Semester

                                        15 units
                                        ARTS (IGETC Area 3A)
                                        Survey of outstanding periods in the history of Western Art, with a focus on the Prehistoric through the Medieval periods. Exploration of the relationship between the visual arts and the societies which produced them. Required of all art majors and open to non-art majors.
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                                        Survey of outstanding periods in the history of Western Art, with a focus on the Prehistoric through the Medieval periods. Exploration of the relationship between the visual arts and the societies which produced them. Required of all art majors and open to non-art majors. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                        Survey of outstanding periods in the history of Western Art, with a focus on the Renaissance through Contemporary Art. Exploration of the relationship between the visual arts and the societies which produced them. Required of all art majors and open to non-art majors.
                                        OR
                                        Survey of outstanding periods in the history of Western Art, with a focus on the Renaissance through Contemporary Art. Exploration of the relationship between the visual arts and the societies which produced them. Required of all art majors and open to non-art majors. This course includes content and expereinces appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                        Introduction to the visual arts from a multicultural perspective, focusing on the , conceptual, cultural and historical aspects of art. Overview of vocabulary, design elements and principles, technique and materials, and movements in art. Emphasis on the development of students' visual and aesthetic awareness and literacy.
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                                        Comprehensive survey of modern Western art and architecture from the 19th century to the contemporary times. Examination of diverse period and personal styles within socio-political, religious and historical context; comparison of art works, architecture and art movements originated in United States and Europe while examining its implications to the global community.
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                                        Comprehensive survey of art and architecture of India, Southeast Asia, China, Japan, and Korea from art pre-history to contemporary times. Examination of the diverse Asian cultures within the specifics of the socio-political, religious, and historical context. Comparison of art works and artifacts from both Western and Non-Western perspectives.
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                                        Comprehensive introduction to diverse social and cultural genres of dance from ancient times to the present. Study of the history of dance, comparison of dance movement, purpose and practices, and the role of dance as an art, entertainment and means of communication. Course material also includes the relation of dance to religion, culture, politics, social attitudes and relation to other art forms. This course transfers to the UC and CSU systems.
                                        OR
                                        Introduction to diverse social and cultural genres of dance in present and past societies. Study of the history of dance, comparison of dance movement, purpose and practices, and the role of dance as an art, entertainment and means of communication. Course material also includes the relation of dance to religion, culture, politics, social attitudes and its relation to other art forms. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                        Survey of the history of theatre from its earliest origins in 6th century B.C.E to the Elizabethan and Restoration periods in the 18th century. Focus on important plays, playwrights and the development of theatre practices and techniques in relationship to cultural, political and social conditions of the time. The study of play's structure, plot, character and historical relevance. This course is also offered as THART 108.
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                                        Survey of the history of the theatre from the 1700's to the present. Focus on important plays, playwrights and techniques of theater presentation. This course is also offered as THART 109.
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                                        Techniques of analysis necessary to understand the structure, construction and formats of plays and screenplays. Includes a study of the elements of plot, character, dialogue and theme in plays in a diverse selection of periods and styles and the structure and form of screenplays in diverse genres. This course is also offered as ENGL 226.
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                                        An introduction to the elements of music, including study of the staff, clefs, key signatures, scales, time signatures, notation, meter and rhythm, chords, basic song writing techniques, and application of theory at the keyboard.
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                                        History of American Popular music with an emphasis on its historical, societal, cultural, and musical roots.
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                                        History of American Popular music with an emphasis on its historical, societal, cultural, and musical roots. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                        Introduction to Western musical literature. This course is designed to develop an understanding of music and musicians in a societal and historical context.
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                                        Introduction to musical literature. This course is designed to develop an understanding of music and musicians in a societal and historical context. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                        Historical survey of Jazz music and musicians. Study of the birth and evolution of Jazz as an American musical art form, the key historical figures in Jazz, and the major components of Jazz music.
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                                        Survey course designed to develop an appreciation of the theatre for majors and non-majors. Introduction to the basic elements of play production including playwriting, producing, acting, directing, set design, costume design and lighting design. Exploration of the origins of drama, significant milestones in theatre history, and trends in contemporary theatre.
                                        OR
                                        Survey course designed to develop an appreciation of the theater for majors and non-majors. Introduction to the basic elements of play production including playwriting, producing, acting, directing, set design, costume design and lighting design. Exploration of the origins of drama, significant milestones in theater history and trends in contemporary theater. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
                                        BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE (IGETC Area 5B) - Department Recommended Course: ANTHRO 106
                                        Department Recommended Course: ANTHRO 106
                                        Lecture and laboratory course emphasizing the basic structural, functional, and developmental stages of the human body. Introductory survey of the human body in one semester. Essentials of structure and function in each of the eleven body systems covered.
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                                        Advanced understanding of the structural and functional aspects of the human body. First in a two semester series; covers biochemistry, cytology, cellular metabolism, histology, osteology, articulations, myology, and the integumentary, and nervous systems.
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                                        Advanced understanding of the structural and functional aspects of the human body. Second in a two semester series; covers hematology, somatic and special senses, the body's nutritional needs, pregnancy and maturation, electrolyte and acid/base balance, and the endocrine, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, cardiovascular, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.
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                                        Introduction to humans as biological organisms from an evolutionary perspective. Study of evolutionary theory, primates and primate origins, early hominids, the origin and development of anatomically modern humans, human variation and evolution of the brain and behavior as well as contemporary issues in biological anthropology.
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                                        Introduction to humans as biological organisms from an evolutionary perspective. Study of evolutionary theory, primates and primate origins, early hominids, the origin and development of anatomically modern humans, human variation and evolution of the brain and behavior as well as contemporary issues in biological anthropology. This course included content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
                                        OR
                                        Laboratory experiences designed to introduce the methods and techniques used in biological anthropological research. Application of scientific method to explore topics including genetics, comparative primatology, human and non-human primate evolution, human variation, and forensic anthropology. Laboratory studies are coordinated with the lecture topics.
                                        OR
                                        Introduction to biology with an emphasis on scientific analysis and problem solving. Offers a broad understanding of the unity and diversity of the living world from cellular and molecular levels to anatomy, physiology, evolution, and ecology. This course is designed for non-science majors seeking general education credit and for some Environmental Science and Multiple Sciences majors.
                                        OR
                                        Study of the basic concepts of ecology including the physical environment, ecosystems, energy production and transfer, and the impact of humans on ecosystems. Environmental considerations include renewable and non-renewable energy, food resources, pest control, waste management, maintenance of air and water quality, sustaining the biodiversity of ecosystems, global climate, and political and economic considerations.
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                                        One in a sequence of two courses required for students majoring in the biology and other natural sciences as well as pre-medicine, pre-veterinary and other pre-professional programs. Study of the process of life at the molecular and cellular level, emphasizing cell functions of transport, respiration, photosynthesis, reproduction, genetics, gene expression and regulation, and applications in biotechnology.
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                                        One in a sequence of two courses required for students majoring in the biology and other natural sciences as well as pre-medicine, pre-veterinary and other pre-professional programs. Study of the processes of life at the molecular and cellular level emphasizing cell functions of transport, respiration, photosynthesis, reproduction, genetics, gene expression and regulation, and applications in biotechnology. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                        One of a sequence of two courses required for students majoring in biology and other natural sciences, as well as pre-medicine, pre-veterinarian, and other pre-professional programs. Focus on the study of the diversity of organisms through a review of comparative structure, physiology, development, and evolution. Topics include population genetics, classification, and interactions of populations at the species, community, and ecosystem levels.
                                        OR
                                        One of a sequence of two courses required for students majoring in biology and other natural sciences, as well as pre-medicine, pre-veterinarian, and other pre-professional programs. Focus on the study of the diversity of organisms through a review of comparative structure, physiology, development, and evolution. Topics include population genetics, classification, and interactions of populations at the species, community, and ecosystem levels. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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                                        Students will learn about the microbiology of human disease through lecture, discussion, and independent projects. Topics will include historical plagues, more recent outbreaks, and ongoing endemic global diseases and potential bio-terror agents. Students will learn how scientists identify, study and control infectious agents and the complex ecological, social, political, and economic issues that must also be considered. Other topics covered include the role of microbes in the production of food, common infectious disease in domestic pets and the socioeconomic significance of disease in livestock. The major goal of this course is to capture the interest of students by introducing them to the fascinating and crucial roles of microbes in everyday life including public health, environmental science, agriculture and biotechnology.
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                                        Introduction to microbiology, emphasizing the general characteristics of microorganisms, principles of microbial growth, identification, control and the relationships between human beings and microbes. Special attention is given to infectious diseases. Recommended for students in health occupations. Surveys of bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasitic protozoans are included.
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                                        Study of microbiology and immunology, emphasizing the biology of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, protozoans, helminths, and viruses. Introduces fundamental principles of medical microbiology including microbial cultivation, metabolism, genetics, growth, and control. Pathogenesis and immunity to infectious diseases is covered. Principles of epidemiology, disease transmission and a survey of communicable diseases are also included.
                                        UC TRANSFERABLE ELECTIVE - Department Recommended Courses: ECON 100, 200, or 201
                                        Choose any (3 unit) UC Transferable Course. Please refer to the Credit Courses list found in the Current College Catalog by going to: https://craftonhills.smartcatalogiq.com/en/. (1) Select the Current Catalog. (2) Select Credit Courses. (3) Choose a Discipline and select the course to access the course description. (4) Ensure that the description states UC, CSU, Associate Degree Applicable. Department Recommended Courses: ECON 100, 200, or 201
                                        Economic analysis applied to issues and problems facing the U.S. economy. Economic problems are analyzed with the elementary tools of economics as a way of evaluating alternative choices with respect to actual or hypothetical courses of action. Topics include supply and demand, market structures, inflation, unemployment, fiscal policy, monetary policy, and international trade.

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                                          OR
                                          Introduction to the basic mechanisms of macroeconomics, including key underlying concepts, theories and institutions such as the market system, national income accounting, the Classical and Keynesian theories, the Federal Reserve System and the banking system. An examination of various contemporary economic problems such as business cycle, economic growth, unemployment, inflation, and budget deficit and debt. Other topics including money creation by the banking sector, the role of the central bank, fiscal policy, and monetary policy are also examined

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                                            OR
                                            Introduction to the basic mechanisms of macroeconomics, including key underlying concepts, theories and institutions such as the market system, national income accounting, the Classical and Keynesian theories, the Federal Reserve System and the banking system. An examination of various contemporary economic problems such as business cycle, economic growth, unemployment, inflation, and budget deficit. Other topics including money creation by the banking sector, the role of the central bank, fiscal policy, and monetary policy are also examined. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

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                                              OR
                                              An introduction to economic principles that govern production, exchange, distribution and consumption in a capitalist economy. Topics include supply and demand, consumer theory, production theory, and price formation in competitive and noncompetitive markets, theory of comparative advantage and international trade. Issues including scarcity, market equilibrium, elasticity, production and cost theory, market structures, and market failure are also examined.

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                                                OR
                                                An introduction to economic principles that govern production, exchange, distribution and consumption in a capitalist economy. Topics include supply and demand, consumer theory, production theory, and price formation in competitive and noncompetitive markets, theory of comparative advantage and international trade. Issues including scarcity, market equilibrium, elasticity, production and cost theory, market structures, and market failure are also examined. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

                                                Course Details:

                                                  UC TRANSFERABLE ELECTIVE - Department Recommended Courses: HIST 171
                                                  Choose any (3 unit) UC Transferable Course. Please refer to the Credit Courses list found in the Current College Catalog by going to: https://craftonhills.smartcatalogiq.com/en/. (1) Select the Current Catalog. (2) Select Credit Courses. (3) Choose a Discipline and select the course to access the course description. (4) Ensure that the description states UC, CSU, Associate Degree Applicable. Department Recommended Courses: HIST 171
                                                  Study of cross-cultural history emphasizing the art and literature, philosophy and religion, family and society, as well as the political, economic and technological contributions of the world's civilizations from 1500CE to the present. This course focuses on modern western and non-western history, culture and socio-political structures and the effect of modern technology, colonialism and revolution in the world.

                                                  Course Details:

                                                  1. Transfers to UC
                                                    2. OR
                                                    Study of cross-cultural history emphasizing the art and literature, philosophy and religion, family and society, as well as the political, economic and technological contributions of the world's civilizations from 1500CE to the present. History 171 focuses on modern western and non-western history, culture and socio-political structures and the effect of modern technology, colonialism and revolution in the world. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.

                                                    Course Details:

                                                    1. Departmental Recommendation: ENGL 101
                                                    2. Departmental Recommendation: ENGL 101H
                                                    UC TRANSFERABLE ELECTIVE
                                                    Choose any (3 unit) UC Transferable Course. Please refer to the Credit Courses list found in the Current College Catalog by going to: https://craftonhills.smartcatalogiq.com/en/. (1) Select the Current Catalog. (2) Select Credit Courses. (3) Choose a Discipline and select the course to access the course description. (4) Ensure that the description states UC, CSU, Associate Degree Applicable.