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Program Requirement
1st Semester
15.5 units
IGETC is the only approved general education pattern for this degree. Department Recommendation: Students are encouraged to also take (4) semesters of Piano (MUSIC 135, 136, 235, and 236). This is not required for the AA-T degree but recommended by California State Universities.
ARTS (IGETC Area 3A) - Department Recommended Course: MUSIC 120
Department Recommended Course: MUSIC 120
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
History of American Popular music with an emphasis on its historical, societal, cultural, and musical roots.
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.
Introduction to Western musical literature. This course is designed to develop an understanding of music and musicians in a societal and historical context.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
MUSIC 101
Music Theory I
Music 101 develops skills in music fundamentals (scales, chords, rhythm, notation, etc.) and covers cadences, phrase structure analysis, chord function theory, and four-part voice-leading principles.
The lab portion of this course develops rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
Course Details:
MUSIC 141X4
Applied Music
Applied instrumental, vocal, or composition lessons with an approved off-campus instructor. Students are responsible for the cost of private instruction. Students must perform in assessment juries. Instrumental students must provide their own instruments. This course may be taken four times.
Students enrolled in MUSIC 141X4 must contact the music program faculty the first week of class.
Course Details:
Must be taken four times for a total of 2 units.
MUSIC 150X4 - Concert Choir or MUSIC 174X4 - Jazz Band I
The following ensemble courses may be taken in any combination to total four (4) units:
Study and performance of choral literature. Foundational techniques in such aspects of choral music as breathing, tone production, enunciation, and musicianship. This course may be taken four times.
Course Details:
Study, rehearsal, and public performance of Jazz Band literature, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within an ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. The course may be taken four times. Audition required (auditions are held during the first class meeting).
Course Details:
SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (IGETC Area 4) - Department Recommended Courses: HIST 170 or 171
Department Recommended Courses: HIST 170 or 171
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
An introduction to world geography emphasizing the nature of major world culture regions, their social structure, religions, governments and economics.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A historical study of religion in America from colonial times to present. This course is also offered as RELIG 135.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
A comprehensive exploration of aging and the life course, looking at the social and psychological aspects of aging.
2nd Semester
15.5 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.
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.
Introduction to techniques of critical thought and writing with an emphasis on exposing fallacious forms of reasoning and identifying, analyzing, constructing and evaluating arguments.
Introduction to techniques of critical thought and writing with an emphasis on exposing fallacious forms of reasoning and identifying, analyzing, constructing and evaluating arguments.
MATHEMATICS Requirement
Math courses depend on the Placement Process. Please see a Counselor for further guidance.
A college-level course in algebra for majors in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Study of polynomial, absolute value, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and radical functions; sequences, series, and the Binomial Theorem; graphing conic sections; inverse functions; solving systems of linear and non-linear equations, including the use of matrices and determinants; and the theory of equations. MATH 102 and MATH 160, maximum UC credit one course.
This course focuses on the development of quantitative reasoning skills through in-depth, integrated explorations of topics in mathematics, including real number systems and subsystems. Emphasis is on comprehension and analysis of mathematical concepts and applications of logical reasoning.
Examines statistical methods including exploratory data analysis, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, and probability, using computer-based statistical software.
Examines statistical methods including exploratory data analysis, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, and probability, using computer-based statistical software.
This course includes content and experience appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
Sets, propositional logic, and the applications to topics from discrete mathematics including enumeration techniques and finite probability spaces, and basic statistics.
Presents a study of the techniques of calculus with emphasis placed on applying these concepts to business and management-related problems. The applications of derivatives and integrals of functions including polynomials, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions are studied.
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.
A review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed in college algebra. Topics include: a review of computational skills developed in intermediate algebra, factoring, operations on rational and radical expressions, absolute value equations and inequalities, functions including composition and inverses, and an in-depth focus on quadratic functions. This course is appropriate for students who are confident in their graphing and beginning algebra skills. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis only. Non-degree applicable
A review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed in statistics. Intended for students who are concurrently enrolled in MATH 110, Introduction to Probability and Statistics. Topics include concepts from arithmetic, prealgebra, elementary and intermediate algebra, and descriptive statistics that are needed to understand the basics of college-level statistics. Concepts are taught through the context of descriptive data analysis. Additional emphasis is placed on solving and graphing linear equations and modeling with linear functions. Graded on a Pass/No Pass basis only.. Non-degree applicable.
A review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed in Ideas of Mathematics. Topics include: a review of computational skills developed in non-transferable math courses including but not limited to, operations on rational numbers and algebraic expressions, understanding and applications of percentages, graphing linear and quadratic functions, functions including composition and inverses. Pass/No Pass only. Non-degree applicable.
MUSIC 102
Music Theory II
This course incorporates the concepts from Music Theory I. Through guided composition and analysis, the course will include fundamental two voice contrapuntal principles and chromatic chord functions and voice-leading.
The lab portion of this course applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory II through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
Course Details:
- Prerequisite: MUSIC 101
MUSIC 141X4
Applied Music
Applied instrumental, vocal, or composition lessons with an approved off-campus instructor. Students are responsible for the cost of private instruction. Students must perform in assessment juries. Instrumental students must provide their own instruments. This course may be taken four times.
Students enrolled in MUSIC 141X4 must contact the music program faculty the first week of class.
Course Details:
Must be taken four times for a total of 2 units.
MUSIC 150X4 - Concert Choir or MUSIC 174X4 - Jazz Band I
The following ensemble courses may be taken in any combination to total four (4) units:
Study and performance of choral literature. Foundational techniques in such aspects of choral music as breathing, tone production, enunciation, and musicianship. This course may be taken four times.
Course Details:
Study, rehearsal, and public performance of Jazz Band literature, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within an ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. The course may be taken four times. Audition required (auditions are held during the first class meeting).
Course Details:
SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (IGETC Area 4) - POLIT 100 Recommended to also satisfy CSU Graduation Requirement
POLIT 100 Recommended to also satisfy CSU Graduation Requirement
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
An introduction to world geography emphasizing the nature of major world culture regions, their social structure, religions, governments and economics.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A historical study of religion in America from colonial times to present. This course is also offered as RELIG 135.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
A comprehensive exploration of aging and the life course, looking at the social and psychological aspects of aging.
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3rd Semester
15.5 units
ARTS or HUMANITIES (IGETC Area 3A or 3B)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
History of American Popular music with an emphasis on its historical, societal, cultural, and musical roots.
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.
Introduction to Western musical literature. This course is designed to develop an understanding of music and musicians in a societal and historical context.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Continuing introduction to American Sign Language as used by the Deaf community in the United States. Study of a more advanced vocabulary of approximately 400 additional signs, ASL sentence structures and social conventions involved in ASL. Discussion of Deaf Culture, norms, and values within diverse members of the Deaf community. NOTE: This course may require attendance to Deaf community events.
Intermediate study of American Sign Language as used by the Deaf community in the United States. Study of increasingly more advanced vocabulary, complex sentence structures and conversational skills, as well as in-depth analysis of cultural topics. Attendance to Deaf Community events may be required.
Continued intermediate study of American Sign Language as used by the Deaf community in the United States. Study of increasingly more advanced vocabulary and grammar structures and application of skills in both formal and informal contexts. Attendance to Deaf Community events may be required.
Continued intermediate/advanced study of American Sign Language as used by the Deaf community in the United States. Study of increasingly more advanced vocabulary and grammatical structures including the use of slang and idioms, with an emphasis on self-expression and everyday conversations.
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.
Study of ancient Greek and Roman stories of gods and goddesses as translated into English from the original sources. Examination of myth and its role in Western culture through examination of stories of creation, heroes and heroines, sacrifice and death. This course is also offered as RELIG 150.
Study of fiction, poetry, and drama with emphasis on the fundamental principles of literary criticism and interpretation. Instruction in writing compositions about literature.
Study of fiction, poetry, and drama with emphasis on the fundamental principles of literary criticism and interpretation. Instruction in writing compositions about literature.This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
Study of literature written for children. Books discussed in the course are essentially books for children, but values common to all significant literature are emphasized.
Study of literature written for children. Books discussed in the course are essentially books for children, but values common to all significant literature are emphasized. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
Survey and analysis of past and contemporary literature by women. Focuses on biographical and historical experiences of women as expressed in essays, poetry,
fiction, and drama. Explores the depiction of women in historical and literary contexts as well as in art and film.
Survey and analysis of past and contemporary literature by women. Focuses on biographical and historical experiences of women as expressed in essays, poetry, fiction, and drama. Explores the depiction of women in historical and literary contexts as well as in art and film. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
This course examines long-term and emergent issues in different genres of Asian American literature. Ethnic Studies themes such as race, dislocation, displacement, nation, home, self-determination, gender, class and sexuality will be considered. Analyzing literature, 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 Asian Americans. This course is also offered as ETHS 162.
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.
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.
This course is a comprehensive examination of African-American literature, including prose, poetry, and fiction, from the early oral tradition to the present. The course incorporates understanding of cultural trends and time periods and their relationships to African American literature. Ethnic Studies themes such as race, dislocation, displacement, nation, home, self-determination, gender, class and sexuality will be considered, 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 African Americans. 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 African Americans in the United States. This course is also offered as ETHS 165.
Study of the basic elements of film art, including directing, acting, editing, screen writing, cinematography, set design, lighting, sound effects and the musical score. Includes instruction in the critical analysis of feature films.
Description Study of the Bible as literature and religious tradition. Includes the examination of the types of literature found in the Bible, and the historical and religious context in which the literature was developed. Provides an extensive reading of the two testaments. . This course is also offered as RELIG 175.
Study of prose as a literary genre through readings, in-class discussions, and analytical assignments. Emphasis will be on a particular type of prose (See the current class schedule for the specific sub-genre.)
An analysis of representative literary works of significant American writers from the late fifteenth century through the Civil War that includes the study of the historical and social context of the literature as well as the lives of important writers.
An analysis of representative literary works of significant American writers since the Civil War through the present that includes the study of the historical and social context of the literature, and lives of important writers.
Analysis of representative literary works of significant British writers from before the Norman Conquest through the eighteenth century that includes the study of the historical and social contexts of the literature as well as the lives of important writers.
Analysis of representative literary works of significant British writers from the Romantic Period to the present that includes the study of the historical and social contexts of the literature as well as the lives of important writers.
Study of the plays and poems of Shakespeare, as well as the cultural context in which the works were created. Analysis of the literature from both historical and contemporary perspectives.
A comparative study of masterworks of world literature in modern English translation from antiquity to the seventeenth century.
A comparative study of selected masterworks of world literature in English translation from the seventeenth century to the present.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A historical study of religion in America from colonial times to present. This course is also offered as RELIG 135.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The study of humanities through the arts and idea of earliest civilization through the Medieval period. Development of the understanding of historical context, basic elements, meaning, form, and critical evaluation skills as they relate to the humanities.
Study of humanities through the arts and ideas of the Renaissance through the present. Development of the understanding of historical context, basic elements, meaning, form, and critical evaluation skills as they relate to the humanities.
Study of humanities through major art forms, including: film, drama, music, literature, painting, sculpture, and architecture.
A continuation of JAPN 102. Further development of students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Study of increasingly more complex grammatical structures, Kanji characters and speech styles.
A continuation of JAPN 103. Further development of students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Study of increasing more complex grammatical structures, Kanji characters, honorific and humble expressions and conversational skills.
Course is an introduction to the major ideas, methods and problems in philosophy, with attention directed to classical, modern and contemporary philosophy as a basis for discussing issues related to knowledge, reality, ethics, religion and political theory.
Course is an introduction to the major ideas, methods and problems in philosophy, with attention directed to classical, modern and contemporary philosophy as a basis for discussing issues related to knowledge, reality, ethics, religion and political theory. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
Study of the history and application of moral philosophy that analyzes prominent ethical traditions and applies them to contemporary moral issues. Discussion of philosophical topics, including goodness, virtue, duty, obligation, utility and conscience and contemporary moral issues, including capital punishment; legalization of drugs; advances in medicine, science and technology; environmental issues; race and ethnicity; sex and marriage; reproductive technology and war.
Study of the history and application of moral philosophy that analyzes prominent ethical traditions
and applies them to contemporary moral issues. Discussion of philosophical topics, including
goodness, virtue, duty, obligation, utility and conscience and contemporary moral issues, including
capital punishment; legalization of drugs; advances in medicine, science and technology; environmental issues; race and ethnicity; sex and marriage; reproductive technology and war.This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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.
This course critically examines religion and religious belief from a philosophical perspective. Central topics include the nature of God, arguments for theism and atheism, faith and reason, the problem of evil, religious pluralism and the afterlife.
This course is a methodologically diverse exploration into the major components of religion and religious studies, examining such elements as sacred stories, ritual, iconography, religious leaders, scripture, morality, community, tradition, history, philosophy, and the arts.
This course is a methodologically diverse exploration into the major components of religion and religious studies, examining such elements as sacred stories, ritual, iconography, religious leaders, scripture, morality, community, tradition, history, philosophy, and the arts. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
A survey of beliefs and practices of the major religious traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
A survey of beliefs and practices of the major religious traditions, including
Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism,
Sikhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Survey of Eastern religious traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto and Sikhism. Overview of historical developments, beliefs, practices, and ideological similarities and differences.
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.
This course offers an exploration into the life and legacy of Jesus through the perspectives of literature, history, philosophy, theology, and the arts.
A continuation of SPAN 102. Further development of the student's listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Further study of Spanish vocabulary, idioms, more complex grammatical structures and the Hispanic culture, as it is reflected in cultural and literary readings.
A continuation of SPAN 103. In-depth study of Spanish grammar and the continued development of the student's listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Enhancement of the student's cultural awareness through reading, discussion, and written analysis of Hispanic cultural and literary readings.
MUSIC 201
Music Theory III
This course incorporates concepts from Music Theory I and II. Through guided composition and analysis, the course will include more advanced chromatic chord functions and voice leading. The lab portion of the course applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory III through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
Course Details:
- Prerequisite: MUSIC 102
MUSIC 141X4
Applied Music
Applied instrumental, vocal, or composition lessons with an approved off-campus instructor. Students are responsible for the cost of private instruction. Students must perform in assessment juries. Instrumental students must provide their own instruments. This course may be taken four times.
Students enrolled in MUSIC 141X4 must contact the music program faculty the first week of class.
Course Details:
Must be taken four times for a total of 2 units.
MUSIC 150X4 - Concert Choir or MUSIC 174X4 - Jazz Band I
The following ensemble courses may be taken in any combination to total four (4) units:
Study and performance of choral literature. Foundational techniques in such aspects of choral music as breathing, tone production, enunciation, and musicianship. This course may be taken four times.
Course Details:
Study, rehearsal, and public performance of Jazz Band literature, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within an ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. The course may be taken four times. Audition required (auditions are held during the first class meeting).
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ORAL COMMUNICATION (IGETC Area 1C)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE w/ LAB (IGETC Area 5A and 5C)
One course from IGETC Area 5A Physical or 5B Biological Science must include a laboratory.
Introduction to the ideas, concepts and theories of astronomy including celestial motion, properties and evolutions of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and cosmology.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Study of the Earth's atmospheric phenomena, emphasizing the causes and regional distribution of weather and climate.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Study of physics, including mechanics, conservation laws, fluids, and wave motion. Replaces PHYSIC 200.
A continuation of PHYSIC 250. Study of physics, including electricity, magnetism, Maxwell's Equations and optics. Replaces PHYSIC 200/201.
A continuation of PHYSIC 251. Study of physics, including thermodynamics, relativity, quantum theory, structure of atoms, nuclei, molecules and solids. Replaces PHYSIC 201.
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4th Semester
14.5 units
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE (IGETC Area 5B)
One course from IGETC Area 5A Physical or 5B Biological Science must include a laboratory.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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
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.
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
HUMANITIES (IGETC Area 3B) - HIST 100 or HIST 101 Recommended to also satisfy CSU Graduation Requirement
HIST 100 or HIST 101 Recommended to also satisfy CSU Graduation Requirement
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.
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.
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.
Continuing introduction to American Sign Language as used by the Deaf community in the United States. Study of a more advanced vocabulary of approximately 400 additional signs, ASL sentence structures and social conventions involved in ASL. Discussion of Deaf Culture, norms, and values within diverse members of the Deaf community. NOTE: This course may require attendance to Deaf community events.
Intermediate study of American Sign Language as used by the Deaf community in the United States. Study of increasingly more advanced vocabulary, complex sentence structures and conversational skills, as well as in-depth analysis of cultural topics. Attendance to Deaf Community events may be required.
Continued intermediate study of American Sign Language as used by the Deaf community in the United States. Study of increasingly more advanced vocabulary and grammar structures and application of skills in both formal and informal contexts. Attendance to Deaf Community events may be required.
Continued intermediate/advanced study of American Sign Language as used by the Deaf community in the United States. Study of increasingly more advanced vocabulary and grammatical structures including the use of slang and idioms, with an emphasis on self-expression and everyday conversations.
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.
Study of ancient Greek and Roman stories of gods and goddesses as translated into English from the original sources. Examination of myth and its role in Western culture through examination of stories of creation, heroes and heroines, sacrifice and death. This course is also offered as RELIG 150.
Study of fiction, poetry, and drama with emphasis on the fundamental principles of literary criticism and interpretation. Instruction in writing compositions about literature.
Study of fiction, poetry, and drama with emphasis on the fundamental principles of literary criticism and interpretation. Instruction in writing compositions about literature.This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
Study of literature written for children. Books discussed in the course are essentially books for children, but values common to all significant literature are emphasized.
Study of literature written for children. Books discussed in the course are essentially books for children, but values common to all significant literature are emphasized. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
Survey and analysis of past and contemporary literature by women. Focuses on biographical and historical experiences of women as expressed in essays, poetry,
fiction, and drama. Explores the depiction of women in historical and literary contexts as well as in art and film.
Survey and analysis of past and contemporary literature by women. Focuses on biographical and historical experiences of women as expressed in essays, poetry, fiction, and drama. Explores the depiction of women in historical and literary contexts as well as in art and film. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
This course examines long-term and emergent issues in different genres of Asian American literature. Ethnic Studies themes such as race, dislocation, displacement, nation, home, self-determination, gender, class and sexuality will be considered. Analyzing literature, 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 Asian Americans. This course is also offered as ETHS 162.
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.
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.
This course is a comprehensive examination of African-American literature, including prose, poetry, and fiction, from the early oral tradition to the present. The course incorporates understanding of cultural trends and time periods and their relationships to African American literature. Ethnic Studies themes such as race, dislocation, displacement, nation, home, self-determination, gender, class and sexuality will be considered, 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 African Americans. 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 African Americans in the United States. This course is also offered as ETHS 165.
Study of the basic elements of film art, including directing, acting, editing, screen writing, cinematography, set design, lighting, sound effects and the musical score. Includes instruction in the critical analysis of feature films.
Description Study of the Bible as literature and religious tradition. Includes the examination of the types of literature found in the Bible, and the historical and religious context in which the literature was developed. Provides an extensive reading of the two testaments. . This course is also offered as RELIG 175.
Study of prose as a literary genre through readings, in-class discussions, and analytical assignments. Emphasis will be on a particular type of prose (See the current class schedule for the specific sub-genre.)
An analysis of representative literary works of significant American writers from the late fifteenth century through the Civil War that includes the study of the historical and social context of the literature as well as the lives of important writers.
An analysis of representative literary works of significant American writers since the Civil War through the present that includes the study of the historical and social context of the literature, and lives of important writers.
Analysis of representative literary works of significant British writers from before the Norman Conquest through the eighteenth century that includes the study of the historical and social contexts of the literature as well as the lives of important writers.
Analysis of representative literary works of significant British writers from the Romantic Period to the present that includes the study of the historical and social contexts of the literature as well as the lives of important writers.
Study of the plays and poems of Shakespeare, as well as the cultural context in which the works were created. Analysis of the literature from both historical and contemporary perspectives.
A comparative study of masterworks of world literature in modern English translation from antiquity to the seventeenth century.
A comparative study of selected masterworks of world literature in English translation from the seventeenth century to the present.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A historical study of religion in America from colonial times to present. This course is also offered as RELIG 135.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The study of humanities through the arts and idea of earliest civilization through the Medieval period. Development of the understanding of historical context, basic elements, meaning, form, and critical evaluation skills as they relate to the humanities.
Study of humanities through the arts and ideas of the Renaissance through the present. Development of the understanding of historical context, basic elements, meaning, form, and critical evaluation skills as they relate to the humanities.
Study of humanities through major art forms, including: film, drama, music, literature, painting, sculpture, and architecture.
A continuation of JAPN 102. Further development of students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Study of increasingly more complex grammatical structures, Kanji characters and speech styles.
A continuation of JAPN 103. Further development of students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Study of increasing more complex grammatical structures, Kanji characters, honorific and humble expressions and conversational skills.
Course is an introduction to the major ideas, methods and problems in philosophy, with attention directed to classical, modern and contemporary philosophy as a basis for discussing issues related to knowledge, reality, ethics, religion and political theory.
Course is an introduction to the major ideas, methods and problems in philosophy, with attention directed to classical, modern and contemporary philosophy as a basis for discussing issues related to knowledge, reality, ethics, religion and political theory. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
Study of the history and application of moral philosophy that analyzes prominent ethical traditions and applies them to contemporary moral issues. Discussion of philosophical topics, including goodness, virtue, duty, obligation, utility and conscience and contemporary moral issues, including capital punishment; legalization of drugs; advances in medicine, science and technology; environmental issues; race and ethnicity; sex and marriage; reproductive technology and war.
Study of the history and application of moral philosophy that analyzes prominent ethical traditions
and applies them to contemporary moral issues. Discussion of philosophical topics, including
goodness, virtue, duty, obligation, utility and conscience and contemporary moral issues, including
capital punishment; legalization of drugs; advances in medicine, science and technology; environmental issues; race and ethnicity; sex and marriage; reproductive technology and war.This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
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.
This course critically examines religion and religious belief from a philosophical perspective. Central topics include the nature of God, arguments for theism and atheism, faith and reason, the problem of evil, religious pluralism and the afterlife.
This course is a methodologically diverse exploration into the major components of religion and religious studies, examining such elements as sacred stories, ritual, iconography, religious leaders, scripture, morality, community, tradition, history, philosophy, and the arts.
This course is a methodologically diverse exploration into the major components of religion and religious studies, examining such elements as sacred stories, ritual, iconography, religious leaders, scripture, morality, community, tradition, history, philosophy, and the arts. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
A survey of beliefs and practices of the major religious traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This course includes content and experiences appropriate for students wishing to earn honors credit.
A survey of beliefs and practices of the major religious traditions, including
Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism,
Sikhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Survey of Eastern religious traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto and Sikhism. Overview of historical developments, beliefs, practices, and ideological similarities and differences.
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.
This course offers an exploration into the life and legacy of Jesus through the perspectives of literature, history, philosophy, theology, and the arts.
A continuation of SPAN 102. Further development of the student's listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Further study of Spanish vocabulary, idioms, more complex grammatical structures and the Hispanic culture, as it is reflected in cultural and literary readings.
A continuation of SPAN 103. In-depth study of Spanish grammar and the continued development of the student's listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Enhancement of the student's cultural awareness through reading, discussion, and written analysis of Hispanic cultural and literary readings.
MUSIC 202
Music Theory IV
This course incorporates the concepts from Music Theory III. Through guided composition and analysis, the course will include late Romantic, neo-Romantic, and Modernist harmonic and rhythmic structures and techniques.
The lab portion of the course applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory IV through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
Course Details:
- Prerequisite: MUSIC 201
MUSIC 141X4
Applied Music
Applied instrumental, vocal, or composition lessons with an approved off-campus instructor. Students are responsible for the cost of private instruction. Students must perform in assessment juries. Instrumental students must provide their own instruments. This course may be taken four times.
Students enrolled in MUSIC 141X4 must contact the music program faculty the first week of class.
Course Details:
MUSIC 150X4 - Concert Choir or MUSIC 174X4 - Jazz Band I
The following ensemble courses may be taken in any combination to total four (4) units:
Study and performance of choral literature. Foundational techniques in such aspects of choral music as breathing, tone production, enunciation, and musicianship. This course may be taken four times.
Course Details:
Study, rehearsal, and public performance of Jazz Band literature, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within an ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. The course may be taken four times. Audition required (auditions are held during the first class meeting).