Liberal Arts and Sciences
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
The Liberal Arts and Sciences Degree is designed to give students a foundational degree that may either be used as a basis for transfer to a four-year college or university, or to serve those students who wish to enter the workforce prepared with an associate degree. Students wishing to transfer must select California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) for transfer to either a California State University or a University of California. Students planning this degree as preparation for the work force may select California General Education Curriculum (CGEC). See the General Education section of this catalog for details. Meeting with a college counselor is highly recommended to prepare for completion of the degree.
In order to qualify for an A.A. Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences, the following requirements must be met:
- Completion of CGEC or Cal-GETC of the General Education requirements and meet required proficiencies. These requirements and proficiencies are specified in the Associate of Arts Degree General Education requirements of the catalog.
- Completion of a minimum of 60 degree-applicable units.
- Completion of at least one area of emphasis among the following with a grade of “C” or higher or "Pass" in each course:
- Art and Culture (21 units)
- Communication (18 units)
- Culture and Society (21 units)
- Earth and Space Sciences (18 units)
- Historical Perspectives (18 units)
- Literature and Language (18 Units)
- Media Studies (18 units)
- Self-Development and Social Behavior (18 units)
- Social and Behavioral Sciences (18 units)
- Visual Communication (18 units)
- Courses may be used to satisfy both a General Education requirement and a major or area of emphasis requirement. Whether it may be counted again for a different degree requirement is up to each transfer institution.
- Repeatable courses may be counted toward an area of emphasis only once.
- Courses that appear in more than one section of an area of emphasis may be applied only once in meeting the requirements for that area of emphasis.
Art and Culture
Students will begin with an overview of world art history, focusing on patterns within patterns within development of human cultural production. They will take a series of courses designed to introduce them to both Western and Non-Western artistic traditions in the visual, literary, and performing arts. They will complete their studies with advanced courses aimed at developing critical analytical skills as they relate to issues of identity and politics within the arts. Finally, they will choose from electives to broaden their understanding to art and culture today.
This area of emphasis will prepare students for possible baccalaureate degree majors within the fields of art history, arts and humanities, art criticism, theatre, and dance. Students pursuing these studies may seek careers in museum work, allied arts, art foundations, art criticism, theatre and the entertainment industry.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Section 1 - Required Courses | ||
| ART 100 | Introduction to World Art | 3.0 |
| ART 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | 3.0 |
| or HUM 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | |
| or ART 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | |
| or HUM 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | |
| HUM 100 | The Art of Being Human | 3.0 |
| Section 2 - Western Art History | ||
| Select 3 units from the following courses | 3.0 | |
| Art History I: Prehistory to Gothic (3) | ||
| Art History II: Renaissance to Rococo (3) | ||
| Art History III: Neoclassical to Present (3) | ||
| Section 3 - Non-Western Art History | ||
| Select 3 units from the following courses | 3.0 | |
| African Art History (3) | ||
| The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Pre-Columbian (3) | ||
| The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Colonial to the Present (3) | ||
| Asian Art History (3) | ||
| African Cinema (3) | ||
| Section 4 - Literary and Performing Arts | ||
| Select 3 units from the following courses | 3.0 | |
| Readings In Poetry (3) | ||
| Readings in the Drama (3) | ||
| World Film (3) | ||
| Music Appreciation (3) | ||
| Introduction to World Music (3) | ||
| Introduction to Native American Music (3) | ||
| Section 5 - Art and Culture Electives | ||
| Select 3 units from the following courses | 3.0 | |
| Hip-Hop as Cultural Expression (3) | ||
| African Spirituality (3) | ||
| Black Characters in Japanese Anime and Manga (3) | ||
| History of Architecture (3) | ||
| Mexican Art (3) | ||
| Drawing In and Out of History (3) | ||
| History of Women in Visual Arts (3) | ||
or WGS 118 | History of Women in Visual Arts | |
| Introduction to Visual and Cultural Studies (3) | ||
or HUM 125 | Introduction to Visual and Cultural Studies | |
| Introduction to Native American Art and Visual Cultures (3) | ||
| Ceramics - History, Themes and Practice (3) | ||
| The Art and History of Motion Picture Editing (3) | ||
| Women and Media (3) | ||
or WGS 207 | Women and Media | |
| Oral Interpretation of Literature (3) | ||
| Storytelling (3) | ||
| Readers' Theatre (3) | ||
| Dance Appreciation (3) | ||
| History of Dance (3) | ||
| Motion Pictures, Radio, and Television (3) | ||
| Introduction to Broadcasting (3) | ||
| Introduction to the Theatre (3) | ||
| History of the Classical Theatre (3) | ||
| History of the Modern Theatre (3) | ||
| History and Appreciation of Musical Theatre (3) | ||
| Fundamentals of Acting (3.5) | ||
| Appreciation and History of the Motion Picture (3) | ||
| Total Units for Art and Culture Area of Emphasis | 21 | |
Communication
The Communication Area of Emphasis is designed to give the student both foundational and proficient knowledge and skill to communicate effectively in today’s world. Students will apply principles of language for clear, concise expression and logical thought. The emphasis begins with courses in oral communication, reading, and written communication. The next level of courses uses these communication methods to express complex concepts and critical opinions in the education as well as the vocational setting. This area of emphasis will prepare students for possible baccalaureate degree majors in communication, communication studies, public speaking, philosophy, and education. Students pursuing these studies may seek careers in politics, public policy, education, law, and business. Courses that appear in more than one section of an area of emphasis may be applied only once in meeting the requirements for that area of emphasis
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Section 1 - Communication Courses | ||
| Select 6 units from the following courses | 6.0 | |
| Introduction to Public Speaking (3) | ||
| Introduction to Communications Studies (3) | ||
| Intercultural Communication (3) | ||
or COMM 125 | Organizational Communication | |
| Section 2 - Critical Thinking Courses | ||
| Select 3 units from the following courses | 3.0 | |
| Argumentation, Persuasion, and Critical Thinking (3) | ||
| Philosophical Reasoning: Critical Thinking in Philosophy (3) | ||
| Introduction to Logic and Argument (3) | ||
| Critical Thinking In Psychology (3) | ||
| Critical Thinking and Academic Literacy (3) | ||
| Section 3 - Additional Courses | ||
| Select at least nine additional units from at least two disciplines from the following: | 9.0 | |
| Introduction to Communications Studies (3) | ||
| Argumentation, Persuasion, and Critical Thinking (3) | ||
| Intercultural Communication (3) | ||
| Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution (3) | ||
or WGS 115 | Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution | |
| Interpersonal Communication (3) | ||
| Organizational Communication (3) | ||
| Small Group Communication (3) | ||
| Oral Interpretation of Literature (3) | ||
| Storytelling (3) | ||
| Contemporary Communication Topics (3) | ||
| Forensics Activity 1 (Competitive Speech and Debate) (1) | ||
| Forensics Activity 2 (Competitive Speech and Debate) (2) | ||
| Forensics Activity 3 (Competitive Speech and Debate) (3) | ||
| Dynamics of Leadership (3) | ||
| Success in College and Career (3) | ||
| Critical Thinking and Writing (4) | ||
| Introduction to Library Research (1) | ||
| Philosophical Reasoning: Critical Thinking in Philosophy (3) | ||
| Introduction to Logic and Argument (3) | ||
| Critical Thinking In Psychology (3) | ||
| Research Methods (4) | ||
| Academic Literacy in the Content Areas (1) | ||
| Critical Thinking and Academic Literacy (3) | ||
| Introduction to Social Research Methods (3) | ||
| Total Units for Communication Area of Emphasis | 18 | |
Culture and Society
Courses in culture and society are an inter-disciplinary activity, developing a global perspective of how western and non-western societies interconnect and interact, and the dynamics of cultural change. Students will develop a critical framework for a better understanding of diverse cultural and historic identities in societal contexts through the study of history, language, literature, sociology, art and art history, and other humanities and social sciences.
This area of emphasis will prepare students for possible baccalaureate degree majors in history, anthropology, international studies, global studies, political science, and literature.
Students pursuing these studies may seek careers in writing, teaching, business, foreign service, social service, law, museum direction, and travel and tourism.
Select at least 6 units from Section 1, at least 6 units from Section 2, at least 6 units from Section 3, and at least 3 units from Section 4 for a total of 21 units.
Courses that appear in more than one section of an area of emphasis may be applied only once in meeting the requirements for that area of emphasis.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Section 1 - World Societies | ||
| Select 6 units total from at least two disciplines | 6.0 | |
| Cultural Anthropology (3) | ||
| Introduction to Language and Culture (3) | ||
| Native Peoples of North America (3) | ||
| Cultural Geography (3) | ||
| History of California (3) | ||
| Women in American History (3) | ||
or WGS 204 | Women in American History | |
| History of the United States in the Post World War II Era (3) | ||
| The Art of Being Human (3) | ||
| The Arab, The Muslim, and The West (3) | ||
| Philosophy of Cultural Diversity: Challenge and Change (3) | ||
| World Religions (3) | ||
| Contemporary Philosophy (3) | ||
| Introductory Sociology Principles (3) | ||
| Social Problems (3) | ||
| Sociology of Cultural Diversity: Challenge and Change (3) | ||
| Highlights of Hispanic Culture (3) | ||
| Women and Religion (3) | ||
| Section 2 - The Arts | ||
| Select 6 units total from at least two disciplines: | 6.0 | |
| History of Architecture (3) | ||
| Introduction to World Art (3) | ||
| Art History I: Prehistory to Gothic (3) | ||
| Art History II: Renaissance to Rococo (3) | ||
| Art History III: Neoclassical to Present (3) | ||
| African Art History (3) | ||
| The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Pre-Columbian (3) | ||
| The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Colonial to the Present (3) | ||
| Mexican Art (3) | ||
| Asian Art History (3) | ||
| Drawing In and Out of History (3) | ||
| African Cinema (3) | ||
| Introduction to Native American Art and Visual Cultures (3) | ||
| Ceramics - History, Themes and Practice (3) | ||
| The Art and History of Motion Picture Editing (3) | ||
| History of Dance (3) | ||
| Introduction to Dance Cultures of the World (2) | ||
| Shakespeare's Plays (3) | ||
| Readings in the Drama (3) | ||
| World Film (3) | ||
| Introduction to World Music (3) | ||
| History of the Classical Theatre (3) | ||
| History of the Modern Theatre (3) | ||
| Section 3 - World History and Political Institutions | ||
| Select 6 units total from at least two disciplines: | 6.0 | |
| The Rhetoric of Black Resistance (3) | ||
| Hip-Hop as Cultural Expression (3) | ||
| Black Characters in Japanese Anime and Manga (3) | ||
| American History and Constitution (3) | ||
| Political and Social History of the United States: 1500s to 1876 (3) | ||
| Political and Social History of the United States: 1877 to Present (3) | ||
| African-American History (3) | ||
| History of California (3) | ||
| Women in American History (3) | ||
or WGS 204 | Women in American History | |
| History of the United States in the Post World War II Era (3) | ||
| History of the Americas (3) | ||
| History of the Americas (3) | ||
| History of Mexico (3) | ||
| History of Latin America (3) | ||
| Western Civilization (3) | ||
| Western Civilization (3) | ||
| World Civilization from Antiquity to 1500 (3) | ||
| World Civilization from 1500 to Present (3) | ||
| History of England, Great Britain and the Commonwealth (3) | ||
| History of Russia and the Soviet Union (3) | ||
| Survey of the History of Asia (3) | ||
| Selected Problems in Contemporary Asian History (3) | ||
| Mass Communications and Society (3) | ||
| American Government and Politics (3) | ||
| Introduction to Political Science and American Government (3) | ||
| International Relations (3) | ||
| Comparative Government (3) | ||
| Contemporary Political Issues: Middle East (3) | ||
| Understanding the United Nations: Theory and Practice (3) | ||
| Global Citizenship (3) | ||
| Section 4 - World Literature | ||
| Select 3 units from the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| Philosophy of Education (3) | ||
or PHIL 215 | Philosophy of Education | |
| Literature in the Bible: Hebrew Scriptures (3) | ||
| Literature in the Bible: Christian Scriptures (3) | ||
| Chicana/Chicano Literature (3) | ||
| Native American Literature (3) | ||
| Mexican Literature in Translation (3) | ||
| African-American Literature (3) | ||
| Studies in Women's Literature (3) | ||
| Asian American Literature (3) | ||
| Survey of English Literature B: Romantics to the Present (3) | ||
| Masterpieces of World Literature (3) | ||
| Masterpieces of World Literature (3) | ||
| Total Units for Culture and Society of Area of Emphasis | 21 | |
Earth and Space Sciences
These courses emphasize the study of our home planet and its place in the universe, both present and past. Students will examine, explore, and synthesize theories relating to the origin and evolution of Earth, our solar system, and the universe in lecture and laboratory environments.
This area of emphasis will prepare students for possible baccalaureate degree majors in astronomy, earth sciences, geology, oceanography, global studies, environmental science and policy, astronomy and natural science.
Students pursuing these studies may seek careers in geology, oceanography, environmental analysis, science education, urban planning, policy administration, and consulting.
Complete at least seven units, including at least one laboratory from Section A; at least eight units, including one laboratory from Section B; at least three units from Section C; and additional units from any of the sections below for a combined total of 18 units.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Section A - Astronomy | ||
| Choose at least 7 units, including one laboratory, from the following courses: | 7.0 | |
| Introductory Astronomy: Stars and the Universe (3) | ||
| Introductory Astronomy: The Solar System (3) | ||
| Observational Astronomy (1) | ||
| History of Astronomy (3) | ||
| Section B - Earth Sciences | ||
| Choose at least 8 units, including one laboratory, from the following courses: | 8.0 | |
| Oceanography (3) | ||
| Oceanography Laboratory (1) | ||
| Weather and Climate (3) | ||
| Weather and Climate Laboratory (1) | ||
| Physical Geography (3) | ||
| Physical Geography Laboratory (1) | ||
| Physical Geology Lecture (3) | ||
| Physical Geology Laboratory (1) | ||
| Environmental Geography (3) | ||
| Physical Geology (4) | ||
| Environmental Geology Lecture (3) | ||
| Environmental Geology Laboratory (1) | ||
| Section C - Astronomy and Earth Sciences | ||
| Choose at least 3 units from the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| Life in the Universe (3) | ||
| Geology of the Solar System: Planets and Moons (3) | ||
| Earth History (4) | ||
| Geology of the Western National Parks and Monuments (3) | ||
| Paleontology, Life of the Past (4) | ||
| Natural Disasters (3) | ||
| Total Units for Earth and Spaces Area of Emphasis | 18 | |
Historical Perspectives
The Historical Perspectives area of emphasis gives the students a broad range look at various aspects of history. The courses include history of this region, state, and country; this world, and history of the arts and sciences. This area of emphasis will prepare students for possible baccalaureate degree majors in history, Eastern studies, Latin American studies, ethnic studies, anthropology, religious studies, and history of science. Students pursuing these studies may seek careers as an archivist, historian, politician, journalist, educator, or in business, research, government service, and public policy.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Section 1 - American History | ||
| Select at least 6 units from the following courses: | 6.0 | |
| Native Peoples of North America (3) | ||
| American History and Constitution (3) | ||
| Political and Social History of the United States: 1500s to 1876 (3) | ||
| Political and Social History of the United States: 1877 to Present (3) | ||
| History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States (3) | ||
or CS 108 | History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States | |
| African-American History (3) | ||
| History of California (3) | ||
| Women in American History (3) | ||
or WGS 204 | Women in American History | |
| History of the United States in the Post World War II Era (3) | ||
| Section 2 - World and Ethnic History | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6.0 | |
| The Maya, Inca and Aztecs: Ancient Civilizations of the Americas (3) | ||
| History of the Americas (3) | ||
or HIST 221 | History of the Americas | |
| History of Mexico (3) | ||
or HIST 235 | History of Latin America | |
| Western Civilization (3) | ||
or HIST 242 | Western Civilization | |
or HIST 245 | World Civilization from Antiquity to 1500 | |
or HIST 246 | World Civilization from 1500 to Present | |
| History of England, Great Britain and the Commonwealth (3) | ||
or HIST 255 | History of Russia and the Soviet Union | |
or HIST 260 | Survey of the History of Asia | |
or HIST 265 | Selected Problems in Contemporary Asian History | |
| Section 3 - History of the Arts and Sciences | ||
| Select at least 6 units from the following courses: | 6.0 | |
| History of Architecture (3) | ||
| Art History I: Prehistory to Gothic (3) | ||
| African Art History (3) | ||
| The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Pre-Columbian (3) | ||
or ART 105B | The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Colonial to the Present | |
| Mexican Art (3) | ||
| Asian Art History (3) | ||
| History of Women in Visual Arts (3) | ||
or WGS 118 | History of Women in Visual Arts | |
| History of Astronomy (3) | ||
| History of Dance (3) | ||
| Music Appreciation (3) | ||
| History of Rock Music (3) | ||
| History of Photography (3) | ||
| History of the Classical Theatre (3) | ||
or TH 103 | History of the Modern Theatre | |
or TH 104 | History and Appreciation of Musical Theatre | |
| Total Units for Historical Perspectives Area of Emphasis | 18 | |
Literature and Languages
The literature and language emphasis offer students two principal disciplines: the study of literature in English and/or the study of foreign languages. The literature discipline introduces British, American, and world literary history through the study of writers recognized for their significant literary merit. Courses explore the boundaries of literature through genre, period, theme, language, and culture. Students may train in critical and creative writing as well. The languages discipline is sequenced to provide practical competence in French, German, Japanese, Sign Language or Spanish, as well as elementary Chinese. Students perfect their linguistic skills and study original language literary texts to appreciate the nuances of language and global culture. This area of emphasis will prepare students for possible baccalaureate degree majors in anthropology, literature, cultural studies, and languages. Students pursuing these studies may seek careers in publications, communications, education, media, law, international business, entertainment, administration, the arts, translation, and Foreign Services.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Section 1 | ||
| Select 3 units from one of the following: | 3.0 | |
| Introduction to Language and Culture (3) | ||
| Introduction to Linguistics (3) | ||
| Critical Thinking Through Literature (4) | ||
| Section 2 | ||
| Select a minimum of 15 units from one or more of the following disciplines: | 15.0 | |
| Art and Culture | ||
| The Rhetoric of Black Resistance (3) | ||
| Cultural Anthropology (3) | ||
| Black Images in Popular Culture (3) | ||
or HUM 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | |
| Gender and Sexuality In Art (3) | ||
or HUM 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | |
| Readers' Theatre (3) | ||
| World Film (3) | ||
| Highlights of Hispanic Culture (3) | ||
| Introduction to Chicano/Mexican American Culture (3) | ||
| English | ||
| Literature in the Bible: Hebrew Scriptures (3) | ||
| Literature in the Bible: Christian Scriptures (3) | ||
| Chicana/Chicano Literature (3) | ||
| Native American Literature (3) | ||
| Mexican Literature in Translation (3) | ||
| Modern and Contemporary Literature (3) | ||
| Shakespeare's Plays (3) | ||
| Introduction to American Literature (3) | ||
| Introduction to American Literature (3) | ||
| Readings In Poetry (3) | ||
| Readings in the Novel (3) | ||
| Readings in Short Fiction (3) | ||
| Readings in the Drama (3) | ||
| Creative Writing (3) | ||
| Screenwriting (3) | ||
or FILM 241 | Screenwriting | |
| Survey of British Literature A: Anglo-Saxon to 18th Century (3) | ||
| Survey of English Literature B: Romantics to the Present (3) | ||
| Masterpieces of World Literature (3) | ||
| Masterpieces of World Literature (3) | ||
| Readings in Creative Nonfiction (3) | ||
| American Sign Language | ||
| American Sign Language I (4) | ||
| American Sign Language II (4) | ||
| American Sign Language III (4) | ||
| American Sign Language IV (4) | ||
| Deaf Culture (3) | ||
| Chinese | ||
| Elementary Chinese I (5) | ||
| Elementary Chinese II (5) | ||
| Introduction to Business Chinese (3) | ||
| Intermediate Chinese I (5) | ||
| Intermediate Chinese II (5) | ||
| Chinese Culture and Society (3) | ||
| French | ||
| Elementary French (5) | ||
| Elementary French (5) | ||
| Intermediate French (5) | ||
| Intermediate French (4) | ||
| Intermediate French Advanced Level I (4) | ||
| Beginning Conversational French (3) | ||
| Intermediate Conversational French (3) | ||
| Advanced Conversational French (3) | ||
| Romance Linguistics (3) | ||
| German | ||
| Elementary German (5) | ||
| Elementary German (5) | ||
| Intermediate German (4) | ||
| Intermediate German (4) | ||
| Scientific German (4) | ||
| Scientific German (4) | ||
| Beginning Conversational German (3) | ||
| Intermediate Conversational German (3) | ||
| Advanced Conversational German (3) | ||
| Japanese | ||
| Elementary Japanese (5) | ||
| Elementary Japanese (5) | ||
| Intermediate Japanese (5) | ||
| Intermediate Japanese (4) | ||
| Korean | ||
| Elementary Korean I (5) | ||
| Elementary Korean II (5) | ||
| Spanish | ||
| Elementary Spanish (5) | ||
| Elementary Spanish (5) | ||
| Elementary Spanish for Spanish Speakers (5) | ||
| Elementary Spanish for Spanish Speakers (5) | ||
| Intermediate Spanish (5) | ||
| Intermediate Spanish (4) | ||
| Romance Linguistics (3) | ||
| Total Units for Literature and Language Area of Emphasis | 18 | |
Media Studies
These courses introduce the student to the role and impact of the mass media and their images in society and provide an exploratory introduction to several mass media major areas of study. This area of emphasis will prepare students for possible baccalaureate degree majors in journalism, mass communications, entertainment and media studies, broadcasting, film, and public relations. Students pursuing these studies may seek careers in screen writing, film and entertainment, mass communications, media, law, education, and journalism.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| Select 18 units from at least two disciplines from the following: | 18.0 | |
| Black Images in Popular Culture (3) | ||
or HUM 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | |
| Introduction to Media Studies (3) | ||
| Women and Media (3) | ||
or WGS 207 | Women and Media | |
| Introduction to Public Speaking (3) | ||
| Screenwriting (3) | ||
or FILM 241 | Screenwriting | |
| Mass Communications and Society (3) | ||
| Beginning Newswriting and Reporting (3) | ||
| Multimedia Reporting (3) | ||
| Principles of Public Relations (3) | ||
or BA 157 | Principles of Public Relations | |
| Introduction to Broadcasting (3) | ||
| Motion Pictures, Radio, and Television (3) | ||
| Critical Thinking and Academic Literacy (3) | ||
| Appreciation and History of the Motion Picture (3) | ||
| Total Units for Media Studies Area of Emphasis | 18 | |
Self-Development and Social Behavior
This emphasis provides students with knowledge and understanding of social behavior theories, concepts, and principles as applied to self-development. It is designed to prepare students to use acquired knowledge to communicate and collaborate more effectively. These courses are intended to assist students with the application of this knowledge to their lives in meaningful ways, including student growth, purpose, and vitality. Students will learn to become productive citizens who care for themselves and others and will be prepared to work with people and their communities.
This area of emphasis will prepare students for possible baccalaureate degree majors in social, health, and human services majors. Students pursuing these studies may seek careers in service/ community-oriented fields, fitness, and in health professions. Select at least 6 units from Section 1, at least 3 units from Section 2, and at least 3 units from Section 3. Then complete at least 6 additional units from any section or combination of sections (1, 2, or 3) to reach a total of 18 units.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Section 1 - Theory and Background | ||
| Select at least 6 units from the following courses: | 6.0 | |
| Introduction to Language and Culture (3) | ||
| The Anthropology of Sexuality and Gender (3) | ||
or WGS 205 | The Anthropology of Sexuality and Gender | |
| The Anthropology of Death and Dying (3) | ||
| Human Relations In Business (3) | ||
| Child Development (3) | ||
| The Child, Family, and Community (3) | ||
| Infant and Toddler Development (3) | ||
| Introduction to Communications Studies (3) | ||
| Intercultural Communication (3) | ||
| Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution (3) | ||
or WGS 115 | Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution | |
| Interpersonal Communication (3) | ||
| Organizational Communication (3) | ||
| Small Group Communication (3) | ||
| Introduction to Public Speaking (3) | ||
| Valuing Identity and Cultural Diversity (3) | ||
| Introduction to Linguistics (3) | ||
| Cultural Geography (3) | ||
| American History and Constitution (3) | ||
| Political and Social History of the United States: 1500s to 1876 (3) | ||
| Political and Social History of the United States: 1877 to Present (3) | ||
| History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States (3) | ||
or CS 108 | History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States | |
| African-American History (3) | ||
| History of California (3) | ||
| Men and Masculinities: Constructing Manhood in America (3) | ||
or WGS 107 | Men and Masculinities: Constructing Manhood in America | |
| Introduction to Kinesiology (3) | ||
| Sport in Society (3) | ||
| Women in Sports (3) | ||
or WGS 108 | Women in Sports | |
| Sports Psychology (3) | ||
| Sport Management (3) | ||
| American Government and Politics (3) | ||
| Introduction to Political Science and American Government (3) | ||
| Understanding the United Nations: Theory and Practice (3) | ||
| Introduction to Psychology (3) | ||
| Personal and Social Adjustment (3) | ||
| Research Methods (4) | ||
| Drugs and Behavior (3) | ||
or HO 245 | Drugs and Behavior | |
| Developmental Psychology (3) | ||
| Social Psychology (3) | ||
| Abnormal Psychology (3) | ||
| Careers in Psychology (3) | ||
| Literacy and Learning Strategies for College Success (3) | ||
| Introductory Sociology Principles (3) | ||
| Marriage and the Family (3) | ||
| Introduction to Human Sexuality (3) | ||
| Gender and Society (3) | ||
or WGS 202 | Gender and Society | |
| Social Problems (3) | ||
| Introduction to Social Research Methods (3) | ||
| Introduction to Chicano/Mexican American Culture (3) | ||
| Improvisation for the Theatre (3.5) | ||
| Fundamentals of Acting (3.5) | ||
| Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies (3) | ||
| Gender Studies and the Chicana/Latina Experience (3) | ||
| Gender and Science (3) | ||
| Foundations of Feminist, Gender, and Queer Theories (3) | ||
| Section 2 - Student Development and Application | ||
| Select at least 3 units from the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| Counselor Aide in the Community College (2) | ||
| Dynamics of Leadership (3) | ||
| Success in College and Career (3) | ||
| Job Search Strategies (1) | ||
| Transition to Universities (3) | ||
| Introduction to Library Research (1) | ||
| Literacy and Learning Strategies for College Success (3) | ||
| Section 3 - Student Vitality | ||
| Select at least 3 units from the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| Contemporary Health Problems (3) | ||
| Stress Management (3) | ||
| Women, Their Bodies and Health (3) | ||
or WGS 103 | Women, their Bodies and Health | |
| Mind, Body, and Health (3) | ||
| Cultural Competence in Health and Social Services (3) | ||
| Multicultural Health (3) | ||
| Nutrition for Health, Fitness and Wellness (3) | ||
| Normal and Therapeutic Nutrition (3) | ||
| Fitness and Wellness (3) | ||
| Measurement and Interpretation of Fitness (3) | ||
| Pickleball, Beginning (1) | ||
| Personal Fitness Program (1) | ||
| Weight Management (1) | ||
| Stretching and Relaxation (1) | ||
| Walking for Fitness (1) | ||
| Jogging for Fitness, Beginning (1) | ||
| Circuit Weight Training, Beginning (1) | ||
| Personal Self Defense (1) | ||
| Yoga (1) | ||
| Pilates Conditioning (1) | ||
| Jogging for Fitness, Intermediate (2) | ||
| Circuit Weight Training, Intermediate/Advanced (2) | ||
| Total Units for Self-Development and Social Behavior Area of Emphasis | 18.0 | |
Social and Behavioral Sciences
The following area of study allows students to take courses that will prepare them for possible majors within the field of social and behavioral science. Courses in the social and behavioral sciences focus on the human and social conditions of society. Courses explain how people behave within their societies and social institutions, including interactions between subcultures, creating an appreciation of human interaction and perceptions of reality. Using critical analysis, students will develop an awareness of social science research methods and theories in the social and behavioral sciences.
This area of emphasis will prepare students for possible baccalaureate degree majors in anthropology, economics, history, political science, and psychology, and sociology. Students pursuing these studies may seek careers in social work, counseling, probation and parole, politics, archiving, and business.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Select 18 units from at least three different disciplines: | 18.0 | |
| Introduction to Black/Africana Studies (3) | ||
| The History of the Black World II: From 1888 to the Present (3) | ||
| Africana Political Thought (3) | ||
| Black Politics: Social and Racial Justice Movements (3) | ||
| Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3) | ||
| African Gender Systems (3) | ||
| Introduction to Administration of Justice (3) | ||
| Cultural Anthropology (3) | ||
| Introduction to Archaeology (3) | ||
| Introduction to Language and Culture (3) | ||
| Native Peoples of North America (3) | ||
| The Maya, Inca and Aztecs: Ancient Civilizations of the Americas (3) | ||
| The Anthropology of Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion (3) | ||
| The Anthropology of Sexuality and Gender (3) | ||
| The Anthropology of Death and Dying (3) | ||
or WGS 205 | The Anthropology of Sexuality and Gender | |
| Deaf Culture (3) | ||
| Child Development (3) | ||
| Intercultural Communication (3) | ||
| Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution (3) | ||
or WGS 115 | Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution | |
| Success in College and Career (3) | ||
| Valuing Identity and Cultural Diversity (3) | ||
| Introduction to Chicano/a Studies (3) | ||
| Introduction to Social Justice (3) | ||
| La Chicana (3) | ||
| Economic Issues and Policy (3) | ||
| Women in the Global Economy (3) | ||
or WGS 206 | Women in the Global Economy | |
| Principles of Macroeconomics (3) | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics (3) | ||
| Special Education, Disability, Equity and American Education (3) | ||
| Philosophy of Education (3) | ||
or PHIL 215 | Philosophy of Education | |
| Environmental Policy (3) | ||
| Cultural Geography (3) | ||
| World Regional Geography (3) | ||
| Ethnic Studies, Places, and Social Justice (3) | ||
or ETHN 135 | Ethnic Studies, Place, and Social Justice | |
| American History and Constitution (3) | ||
| Political and Social History of the United States: 1500s to 1876 | ||
| Political and Social History of the United States: 1877 to Present (3) | ||
| History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States (3) | ||
or CS 108 | History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States | |
| African-American History (3) | ||
| History of California (3) | ||
| Women in American History (3) | ||
or WGS 204 | Women in American History | |
| History of the United States in the Post World War II Era (3) | ||
| History of the Americas (3) | ||
| History of the Americas (3) | ||
| History of Mexico (3) | ||
| History of Latin America (3) | ||
| Western Civilization (3) | ||
| Western Civilization (3) | ||
| World Civilization from Antiquity to 1500 (3) | ||
| World Civilization from 1500 to Present (3) | ||
| History of England, Great Britain and the Commonwealth (3) | ||
| History of Russia and the Soviet Union (3) | ||
| Survey of the History of Asia (3) | ||
| Selected Problems in Contemporary Asian History (3) | ||
| Global Studies (3) | ||
| Men and Masculinities: Constructing Manhood in America (3) | ||
or WGS 107 | Men and Masculinities: Constructing Manhood in America | |
| Mass Communications and Society (3) | ||
| Women in Sports (3) | ||
or WGS 108 | Women in Sports | |
| Sport Management (3) | ||
| California State and Local Government (3) | ||
| Introduction to Political Science and American Government (3) | ||
| International Relations (3) | ||
| Comparative Government (3) | ||
| Contemporary Political Issues: Middle East (3) | ||
| Introduction to Political Theory (3) | ||
| Understanding the United Nations: Theory and Practice (3) | ||
| Global Citizenship (3) | ||
| Public Policy and the Supreme Court (3) | ||
| Race, Gender and Sexual Identity in American Politics (3) | ||
| Race, Ethnicity, and Latinx Politics in the U.S. (3) | ||
| Race, Ethnicity, and Black Politics in the U.S. (3) | ||
or ETHN 282 | Race, Ethnicity, and Black Politics in the U.S. | |
| American Government and Politics (3) | ||
| Personal and Social Adjustment (3) | ||
| Drugs and Behavior (3) | ||
or HO 245 | Drugs and Behavior | |
| Developmental Psychology (3) | ||
| Social Psychology (3) | ||
or ETHN 262 | The Psychology of Oppression | |
| Psychology of Gender (3) | ||
| Abnormal Psychology (3) | ||
| Cultural Psychology (3) | ||
| Forensic Psychology (3) | ||
| Psychology of Wellness (3) | ||
| Introduction to Psychology (3) | ||
| Introductory Sociology Principles (3) | ||
| Marriage and the Family (3) | ||
| Introduction to Human Sexuality (3) | ||
| Social Problems (3) | ||
| Gender and Society (3) | ||
or WGS 202 | Gender and Society | |
| Introduction to Social Research Methods (3) | ||
| Race and Ethnic Relations in the U.S. (3) | ||
or ETHN 210 | Race and Ethnic Relations in the U.S. | |
| Sociology of Cultural Diversity: Challenge and Change (3) | ||
| Introduction to Human Services (3) | ||
| Juvenile Delinquency (3) | ||
| Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies (3) | ||
| Women and Religion (3) | ||
| Gender Studies and the Chicana/Latina Experience (3) | ||
| Gender and Society (3) | ||
| Gender and Science (3) | ||
| Foundations of Feminist, Gender, and Queer Theories (3) | ||
| Total Units for Social and Behavioral Sciences Area of Emphasis | 18 | |
Visual Communication
This area of emphasis will focus on the power of images and serves as an introduction to techniques for improved visual communication. It starts with a study of images in culture, progresses to visual communication exploration, and culminates with learning hands-on skill development. This area of emphasis will prepare students for possible baccalaureate degree majors in art, graphic arts, graphic design, desktop publishing, communication, theatre, and photography. Students pursuing these studies may seek careers in film and entertainment, mass communications, media, publishing, photography, education, museum work, web design, theatre stage design, and journalism.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Section 1 - Critical Analysis of Images | ||
| Select 3 units from the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| Black Images in Popular Culture (3) | ||
or HUM 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | |
| Gender and Sexuality In Art (3) | ||
or HUM 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | |
| Art, Science, and Technology (3) | ||
| History of Women in Visual Arts (3) | ||
or WGS 118 | History of Women in Visual Arts | |
| Introduction to Visual and Cultural Studies (3) | ||
or HUM 125 | Introduction to Visual and Cultural Studies | |
| History of Photography (3) | ||
Section 2 - Theories of Visual Communicaiton | ||
| Select 6 units from the following courses: | 6.0 | |
| Design for Digital Publishing (3) | ||
| Multimedia Reporting (3) | ||
| Photo Journalism (3) | ||
or PHOT 130 | Photo Journalism | |
| Introductory Photography (3) | ||
| Introduction to Digital Photography (3) | ||
| Section 3 - Applied Techniques of Communication | ||
| Select 9 units from the following courses: | 9.0 | |
| Freehand Drawing (3) | ||
| Storyboarding and Animation Principles for Film (3) | ||
| Beginning Printmaking (3) | ||
| Two-Dimensional Design (3) | ||
| Fundamentals of Painting (3) | ||
| Introduction to Ceramics (3) | ||
| Lettering and Typography (3) | ||
| Graphic Design I (3) | ||
| Motion Picture Production (3) | ||
| Television Production (3) | ||
| Total Units Visual Communication Area of Emphasis | 18 | |