Liberal Arts and Sciences
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 General Education Plan B for transfer to a California State University or Plan C 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 Plan A. 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 Plan A, B, or C 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 Pass or “C” or higher 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 | ||
| Select 9 Units from the following courses | ||
| ART 100 | Introduction to World Art | 3.0 |
| HUM 100 | The Art of Being Human | 3.0 |
| ART 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | 3.0 |
| or HUM 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | |
| or ART 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | |
| or HUM 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | |
| Section 2 - Western Art History | ||
| Select 3 units from the following courses | 3.0 | |
| ART 101 | Art History I: Prehistory to Gothic | 3.0 |
| ART 102 | Art History II: Renaissance to Rococo | 3.0 |
| ART 103 | Art History III: Neoclassical to Present | 3.0 |
| Section 3 - Non-Western Art History | ||
| Select 3 units from the following | ||
| ART 104 | African Art History | 3.0 |
| ART 105A | The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Pre-Columbian | 3.0 |
| ART 105B | The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Colonial to the Present | 3.0 |
| ART 107 | Asian Art History | 3.0 |
| ART 123 | African Cinema | 3.0 |
| Section 4 - Literary and Performing Arts | ||
| Select 3 units from the following courses | ||
| ENGL 232 | Readings In Poetry | 3.0 |
| ENGL 235 | Readings in the Drama | 3.0 |
| MUS 100 | Music Appreciation | 3.0 |
| MUS 101 | Introduction to World Music | 3.0 |
| FILM 159 | World Film | 3.0 |
| Section 5 - Art and Cultures Electives | ||
| Select 3 Units from the following courses | ||
| ARCH 112 | History of Architecture | 3.0 |
| ART 106 | Mexican Art | 3.0 |
| ART 118 | History of Women in Visual Arts | 3.0 |
| or WGS 118 | History of Women in Visual Arts | |
| ART 125 | Introduction to Visual and Cultural Studies | 3.0 |
| or HUM 125 | Introduction to Visual and Cultural Studies | |
| ART 207 | Women and Media | 3.0 |
| or WGS 207 | Women and Media | |
| COMM 140 | Oral Interpretation of Literature | 3.0 |
| COMM 145 | Storytelling | 3.0 |
| COMM 148 | Readers' Theatre | 3.0 |
| DANC 100 | Dance Appreciation | 3.0 |
| DANC 101 | History of Dance | 3.0 |
| JAMS 152 | Introduction to Broadcasting | 3.0 |
| JAMS 151 | Motion Pictures, Radio, and Television | 3.0 |
| TH 101 | Introduction to the Theatre | 3.0 |
| TH 102 | History of the Classical Theatre | 3.0 |
| TH 103 | History of the Modern Theatre | 3.0 |
| TH 104 | History and Appreciation of Musical Theatre | 3.0 |
| TH 110 | Fundamentals of Acting | 3.5 |
| TH 150 | Appreciation and History of the Motion Picture | 3.0 |
| Total Units for Art and Culture Area of Emphasis: 21 Units | ||
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 | ||
| COMM 100 | Introduction to Communications Studies | 3.0 |
| COMM 130 | Public Speaking | 3.0 |
| COMM 110 | Intercultural Communication | 3.0 |
| or COMM 125 | Organizational Communication | |
| Section 2 - Critical Thinking Courses | ||
| Select 3 Units from the following courses | ||
| COMM 103 | Argumentation, Persuasion, and Critical Thinking | 3.0 |
| ENGL 103 | Critical Thinking and Argumentative Writing | 4.0 |
| INST 100 | Principles and Strategies for Problem Solving | 3.0 |
| PHIL 103 | Philosophical Reasoning: Critical Thinking in Philosophy | 3.0 |
| PHIL 106 | Introduction to Logic | 3.0 |
| PSYC 103 | Critical Thinking In Psychology | 3.0 |
| READ 103 | Critical Thinking and Academic Literacy | 3.0 |
| Section 3 - Additional Courses | ||
| Select at least nine additional units from at least two disciplines from the following: | 9.0 | |
| COMM 100 | Introduction to Communications Studies (Select at least 9 additional units from at least two disciplines from the following:) | 9.0 |
| COMM 103 | Argumentation, Persuasion, and Critical Thinking | 3.0 |
| COMM 110 | Intercultural Communication | 3.0 |
| COMM 115 | Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution | 3.0 |
| or WGS 115 | Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution | |
| COMM 120 | Interpersonal Communication | 3.0 |
| COMM 125 | Organizational Communication | 3.0 |
| COMM 132 | Small Group Communication | 3.0 |
| COMM 140 | Oral Interpretation of Literature | 3.0 |
| COMM 145 | Storytelling | 3.0 |
| COMM 200 | Contemporary Communication Topics | 3.0 |
| COMM 231 | Forensics Activity 1 (Competitive Speech and Debate) | 1.0 |
| COMM 232 | Forensics Activity 2 (Competitive Speech and Debate) | 2.0 |
| COMM 233 | Forensics Activity 3 (Competitive Speech and Debate) | 3.0 |
| COUN 150 | Dynamics of Leadership | 3.0 |
| COUN 200 | Success in College and Career | 3.0 |
| ENGL 103 | Critical Thinking and Argumentative Writing | 4.0 |
| INST 100 | Principles and Strategies for Problem Solving | 3.0 |
| LIBR 100 | Introduction to Library Research | 1.0 |
| PHIL 103 | Philosophical Reasoning: Critical Thinking in Philosophy | 3.0 |
| PHIL 106 | Introduction to Logic | 3.0 |
| PSYC 103 | Critical Thinking In Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 220 | Research Methods | 4.0 |
| READ 102 | Academic Literacy in the Content Areas | 1.0 |
| READ 103 | Critical Thinking and Academic Literacy | 3.0 |
| SOC 205 | Introduction to Social Research Methods | 3.0 |
| Total Units for Communication Area of Emphasis: 18 Units | ||
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 | |
| ANTH 100 | Cultural Anthropology | 3.0 |
| ANTH 170 | Introduction to Language and Culture | 3.0 |
| ANTH 200 | Native Peoples of North America | 3.0 |
| GEOG 102 | Cultural Geography | 3.0 |
| HIST 120 | History of California | 3.0 |
| HIST 204 | Women in American History | 3.0 |
| or WGS 204 | Women in American History | |
| HIST 210 | History of the United States in the Post World War II Era | 3.0 |
| HUM 100 | The Art of Being Human | 3.0 |
| HUM 102 | The Arab, The Muslim, and The West | 3.0 |
| PHIL 104 | Philosophy of Cultural Diversity: Challenge and Change | 3.0 |
| PHIL 200 | World Religions | 3.0 |
| PHIL 201 | Contemporary Philosophy | 3.0 |
| SOC 101 | Introductory Sociology Principles | 3.0 |
| SOC 201 | Social Problems | 3.0 |
| SOC 215 | Sociology of Cultural Diversity: Challenge and Change | 3.0 |
| SPAN 210 | Highlights of Hispanic Culture | 3.0 |
| WGS 102 | Women and Religion | 3.0 |
| Section 2 - The Arts | ||
| Select 6 units total from at least two disciplines: | 6.0 | |
| ARCH 112 | History of Architecture | 3.0 |
| ART 100 | Introduction to World Art | 3.0 |
| ART 101 | Art History I: Prehistory to Gothic | 3.0 |
| ART 102 | Art History II: Renaissance to Rococo | 3.0 |
| ART 103 | Art History III: Neoclassical to Present | 3.0 |
| ART 104 | African Art History | 3.0 |
| ART 105A | The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Pre-Columbian | 3.0 |
| ART 105B | The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Colonial to the Present | 3.0 |
| ART 106 | Mexican Art | 3.0 |
| ART 107 | Asian Art History | 3.0 |
| ART 123 | African Cinema | 3.0 |
| ENGL 228 | Shakespeare's Plays | 3.0 |
| ENGL 235 | Readings in the Drama | 3.0 |
| MUS 101 | Introduction to World Music | 3.0 |
| DANC 101 | History of Dance | 3.0 |
| DANC 109 | Introduction to Dance Cultures of the World | 2.0 |
| TH 102 | History of the Classical Theatre | 3.0 |
| TH 103 | History of the Modern Theatre | 3.0 |
| FILM 159 | World Film | 3.0 |
| Section 3 - World History and Political Institutions | ||
| Select 6 units total from at least two disciplines: | 6.0 | |
| HIST 101 | American History and Constitution | 3.0 |
| HIST 102 | Political and Social History of the United States: 1500s to 1876 | 3.0 |
| HIST 103 | Political and Social History of the United States: 1877 to Present | 3.0 |
| HIST 110 | African/American History | 3.0 |
| HIST 120 | History of California | 3.0 |
| HIST 204 | Women in American History | 3.0 |
| or WGS 204 | Women in American History | |
| HIST 210 | History of the United States in the Post World War II Era | 3.0 |
| HIST 220 | History of the Americas | 3.0 |
| HIST 221 | History of the Americas | 3.0 |
| HIST 230 | History of Mexico | 3.0 |
| HIST 235 | History of Latin America | 3.0 |
| HIST 241 | Western Civilization | 3.0 |
| HIST 242 | Western Civilization | 3.0 |
| HIST 245 | World Civilization from Antiquity to 1500 | 3.0 |
| HIST 246 | World Civilization from 1500 to Present | 3.0 |
| HIST 250 | History of England, Great Britain and the Commonwealth | 3.0 |
| HIST 255 | History of Russia and the Soviet Union | 3.0 |
| HIST 260 | Survey of the History of Asia | 3.0 |
| HIST 265 | Selected Problems in Contemporary Asian History | 3.0 |
| JAMS 100 | Mass Communications and Society | 3.0 |
| POL 101 | American Political Institutions | 3.0 |
| POL 201 | Introduction to Political Science and American Government | 3.0 |
| POL 210 | International Relations | 3.0 |
| POL 220 | Comparative Government | 3.0 |
| POL 230 | Contemporary Political Issues: Middle East | 3.0 |
| POL 250 | Understanding the United Nations: Theory and Practice | 3.0 |
| POL 255 | Global Citizenship | 3.0 |
| Section 4 - World Literatures | ||
| Select 3 units from the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| Literature in the Bible: Hebrew Scriptures | ||
| ENGL 221B | Literature in the Bible: Christian Scriptures | 3.0 |
| ENGL 223 | Chicana/Chicano Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 224 | Native American Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 225 | Mexican Literature in Translation | 3.0 |
| ENGL 226 | African-American Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 236 | Studies in Women's Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 237 | Asian American Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 246B | Survey of English Literature B: Romantics to the Present | 3.0 |
| ENGL 248A | Masterpieces of World Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 248B | Masterpieces of World Literature | 3.0 |
| Total Units for Culture and Society of Area of Emphasis: 21 Units | ||
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: | ||
| ASTR 102 | Introductory Astronomy: Stars and the Universe | 3.0 |
| ASTR 103 | Introductory Astronomy: The Solar System | 3.0 |
| ASTR 105L | Observational Astronomy | 1.0 |
| ASTR 106 | History of Astronomy | 3.0 |
| Section B - Earth Sciences | ||
| Choose at least 8 units, including one laboratory, from the following courses: | ||
| ESCI 104 | Oceanography | 3.0 |
| ESCI 104L | Oceanography Laboratory | 1.0 |
| ESCI 106 | Weather and Climate | 3.0 |
| ESCI 106L | Weather and Climate Laboratory | 1.0 |
| GEOG 101 | Physical Geography | 3.0 |
| GEOG 101L | Physical Geography Laboratory | 1.0 |
| GEOL 102 | Physical Geology Lecture | 3.0 |
| GEOL 102L | Physical Geology Laboratory | 1.0 |
| GEOG 103 | Environmental Geography | 3.0 |
| GEOL 101 | Physical Geology | 4.0 |
| GEOL 103 | Environmental Geology Lecture | 3.0 |
| GEOL 103L | Environmental Geology Laboratory | 1.0 |
| Section C - Astronomy and Earth Sciences | ||
| Choose at least 3 units from the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| ASTR 104 | Life in the Universe | 3.0 |
| GEOL 106 | Geology of the Solar System: Planets and Moons | 3.0 |
| GEOL 201 | Earth History | 4.0 |
| GEOL 204 | Geology of the Western National Parks and Monuments | 3.0 |
| GEOL 207 | Paleontology, Life of the Past | 4.0 |
| GEOL 209 | Natural Disasters | 3.0 |
| Total Units for Earth and Spaces Area of Emphasis: 18 Units | ||
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 | |
| ANTH 200 | Native Peoples of North America | 3.0 |
| HIST 101 | American History and Constitution | 3.0 |
| HIST 102 | Political and Social History of the United States: 1500s to 1876 | 3.0 |
| HIST 103 | Political and Social History of the United States: 1877 to Present | 3.0 |
| HIST 108 | History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States | 3.0 |
| or CS 108 | History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States | |
| HIST 110 | African/American History | 3.0 |
| HIST 120 | History of California | 3.0 |
| HIST 204 | Women in American History | 3.0 |
| or WGS 204 | Women in American History | |
| HIST 210 | History of the United States in the Post World War II Era | 3.0 |
| Section 2 - World and Ethnic History | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6.0 | |
| ANTH 202 | The Maya, Inca and Aztecs: Ancient Civilizations of the Americas | 3.0 |
| HIST 220 | History of the Americas | 3.0 |
| or HIST 221 | History of the Americas | |
| HIST 230 | History of Mexico | 3.0 |
| or HIST 235 | History of Latin America | |
| HIST 241 | Western Civilization | 3.0 |
| or HIST 242 | Western Civilization | |
| or HIST 245 | World Civilization from Antiquity to 1500 | |
| or HIST 246 | World Civilization from 1500 to Present | |
| HIST 250 | History of England, Great Britain and the Commonwealth | 3.0 |
| 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 | |
| ART 101 | Art History I: Prehistory to Gothic | 3.0 |
| ART 104 | African Art History | 3.0 |
| ART 105A | The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Pre-Columbian | 3.0 |
| or ART 105B | The Arts of Latin America and the Caribbean: Colonial to the Present | |
| ART 106 | Mexican Art | 3.0 |
| ART 107 | Asian Art History | 3.0 |
| ART 118 | History of Women in Visual Arts | 3.0 |
| or WGS 118 | History of Women in Visual Arts | |
| ARCH 112 | History of Architecture | 3.0 |
| ASTR 106 | History of Astronomy | 3.0 |
| DANC 101 | History of Dance | 3.0 |
| MUS 100 | Music Appreciation | 3.0 |
| MUS 103 | Jazz In America | 3.0 |
| MUS 104 | American Popular Music | 3.0 |
| MUS 104B | History of Rock Music | 3.0 |
| PHOT 160 | History of Photography | 3.0 |
| TH 102 | History of the Classical Theatre | 3.0 |
| 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 Units | ||
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: | ||
| ANTH 170 | Introduction to Language and Culture | 3.0 |
| ENGL 110 | Critical Thinking Through Literature | 4.0 |
| ENGL 106 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3.0 |
| Section 2 | ||
| Select a minimum of 15 units from one or more of the following disciplines: | 15.0 | |
| Art and Culture | ||
| ANTH 100 | Cultural Anthropology | 3.0 |
| ART 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | 3.0 |
| or HUM 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | |
| ART 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | 3.0 |
| or HUM 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | |
| SPAN 210 | Highlights of Hispanic Culture | 3.0 |
| SPAN 245 | Introduction to Chicano/Mexican American Culture | 3.0 |
| COMM 148 | Readers' Theatre | 3.0 |
| FILM 159 | World Film | 3.0 |
| English | ||
| ENGL 221A | Literature in the Bible: Hebrew Scriptures | 3.0 |
| ENGL 221B | Literature in the Bible: Christian Scriptures | 3.0 |
| ENGL 223 | Chicana/Chicano Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 224 | Native American Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 225 | Mexican Literature in Translation | 3.0 |
| ENGL 227 | Modern and Contemporary Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 228 | Shakespeare's Plays | 3.0 |
| ENGL 230A | Introduction to American Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 230B | Introduction to American Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 232 | Readings In Poetry | 3.0 |
| ENGL 233 | Readings in the Novel | 3.0 |
| ENGL 234 | Readings in Short Fiction | 3.0 |
| ENGL 235 | Readings in the Drama | 3.0 |
| ENGL 240 | Creative Writing | 3.0 |
| ENGL 241 | Screenwriting | 3.0 |
| or FILM 241 | Screenwriting | |
| ENGL 246A | Survey of British Literature A: Anglo-Saxon to 18th Century | 3.0 |
| ENGL 246B | Survey of English Literature B: Romantics to the Present | 3.0 |
| ENGL 248A | Masterpieces of World Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 248B | Masterpieces of World Literature | 3.0 |
| ENGL 257 | Readings in Creative Nonfiction | 3.0 |
| American Sign Language | ||
| ASL 110 | American Sign Language I | 4.0 |
| ASL 111 | American Sign Language II | 4.0 |
| ASL 210 | American Sign Language III | 4.0 |
| ASL 211 | American Sign Language IV | 4.0 |
| ASL 220 | Deaf Culture | 3.0 |
| Chinese | ||
| CHIN 101 | Elementary Chinese I | 5.0 |
| CHIN 102 | Elementary Chinese II | 5.0 |
| CHIN 103 | Introduction to Business Chinese | 3.0 |
| CHIN 201 | Intermediate Chinese I | 5.0 |
| CHIN 202 | Intermediate Chinese II | 5.0 |
| CHIN 260 | Chinese Culture and Society | 3.0 |
| French | ||
| FREN 101 | Elementary French | 5.0 |
| FREN 102 | Elementary French | 5.0 |
| FREN 201 | Intermediate French | 5.0 |
| FREN 202 | Intermediate French | 4.0 |
| FREN 203 | Intermediate French Advanced Level I | 4.0 |
| FREN 281 | Beginning Conversational French | 3.0 |
| FREN 282 | Intermediate Conversational French | 3.0 |
| FREN 283 | Advanced Conversational French | 3.0 |
| FREN 285 | Romance Linguistics | 3.0 |
| German | ||
| GERM 101 | Elementary German | 5.0 |
| GERM 102 | Elementary German | 5.0 |
| GERM 201 | Intermediate German | 4.0 |
| GERM 202 | Intermediate German | 4.0 |
| GERM 203 | Scientific German | 4.0 |
| GERM 204 | Scientific German | 4.0 |
| GERM 281 | Beginning Conversational German | 3.0 |
| GERM 282 | Intermediate Conversational German | 3.0 |
| GERM 283 | Advanced Conversational German | 3.0 |
| Japanese | ||
| JAPN 101 | Elementary Japanese | 5.0 |
| JAPN 102 | Elementary Japanese | 5.0 |
| JAPN 201 | Intermediate Japanese | 5.0 |
| JAPN 202 | Intermediate Japanese | 4.0 |
| Korean | ||
| KOR 101 | Elementary Korean I | 5.0 |
| KOR 102 | Elementary Korean II | 5.0 |
| Spanish | ||
| SPAN 101 | Elementary Spanish | 5.0 |
| SPAN 102 | Elementary Spanish | 5.0 |
| SPAN 111 | Elementary Spanish for Spanish Speakers | 5.0 |
| SPAN 112 | Elementary Spanish for Spanish Speakers | 5.0 |
| SPAN 201 | Intermediate Spanish | 5.0 |
| SPAN 202 | Intermediate Spanish | 4.0 |
| SPAN 281 | Beginning Conversational Spanish | 3.0 |
| SPAN 282 | Intermediate Conversational Spanish | 3.0 |
| SPAN 283 | Advanced Conversational Spanish | 3.0 |
| SPAN 285 | Romance Linguistics | 3.0 |
| Total Units for Literature and Language Area of Emphasis: 18 Units | ||
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 | |
| ART 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | 3.0 |
| or HUM 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | |
| ART 124 | Introduction to Media Studies | 3.0 |
| ART 207 | Women and Media | 3.0 |
| or WGS 207 | Women and Media | |
| COMM 130 | Public Speaking | 3.0 |
| ENGL 241 | Screenwriting | 3.0 |
| or FILM 241 | Screenwriting | |
| JAMS 100 | Mass Communications and Society | 3.0 |
| JAMS 101 | Beginning Newswriting and Reporting | 3.0 |
| JAMS 121 | Multimedia Reporting | 3.0 |
| JAMS 157 | Principles of Public Relations | 3.0 |
| or BA 157 | Principles of Public Relations | |
| JAMS 152 | Introduction to Broadcasting | 3.0 |
| JAMS 151 | Motion Pictures, Radio, and Television | 3.0 |
| READ 103 | Critical Thinking and Academic Literacy | 3.0 |
| TH 150 | Appreciation and History of the Motion Picture | 3.0 |
| Total Units for Media Studies Area of Emphasis: 18 Units | ||
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 | |
| ANTH 170 | Introduction to Language and Culture | 3.0 |
| ANTH 205 | The Anthropology of Sexuality and Gender | 3.0 |
| or WGS 205 | The Anthropology of Sexuality and Gender | |
| ANTH 206 | The Anthropology of Death and Dying | 3.0 |
| BA 107 | Human Relations In Business | 3.0 |
| CD 110 | Child Development | 3.0 |
| CDEC 113 | The Child, Family, and Community | 3.0 |
| CDIT 151 | Infant and Toddler Development | 3.0 |
| COMM 100 | Introduction to Communications Studies | 3.0 |
| COMM 110 | Intercultural Communication | 3.0 |
| COMM 115 | Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution | 3.0 |
| or WGS 115 | Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution | |
| COMM 120 | Interpersonal Communication | 3.0 |
| COMM 125 | Organizational Communication | 3.0 |
| COMM 130 | Public Speaking | 3.0 |
| COMM 132 | Small Group Communication | 3.0 |
| COUN 205 | Valuing Identity and Cultural Diversity | 3.0 |
| ENGL 106 | Introduction to Linguistics | 3.0 |
| GEOG 102 | Cultural Geography | 3.0 |
| HIST 101 | American History and Constitution | 3.0 |
| HIST 102 | Political and Social History of the United States: 1500s to 1876 | 3.0 |
| HIST 103 | Political and Social History of the United States: 1877 to Present | 3.0 |
| HIST 108 | History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States | 3.0 |
| or CS 108 | History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States | |
| HIST 110 | African/American History | 3.0 |
| HIST 120 | History of California | 3.0 |
| HUM 107 | Men and Masculinities: Constructing Manhood in America | 3.0 |
| or WGS 107 | Men and Masculinities: Constructing Manhood in America | |
| KIN 100 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 3.0 |
| KIN 106 | Student Athletes in Society | 2.0 |
| KIN 108 | Women in Sports | 3.0 |
| or WGS 108 | Women in Sports | |
| KIN 200 | Sports Psychology | 3.0 |
| KIN 211 | Sport Management | 3.0 |
| POL 101 | American Political Institutions | 3.0 |
| POL 201 | Introduction to Political Science and American Government | 3.0 |
| POL 250 | Understanding the United Nations: Theory and Practice | 3.0 |
| PSYC 101 | General Introductory Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 150 | Personal and Social Adjustment | 3.0 |
| PSYC 220 | Research Methods | 4.0 |
| PSYC 245 | Drugs and Behavior | 3.0 |
| or HO 245 | Drugs and Behavior | |
| PSYC 251 | Developmental Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 261 | Social Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 271 | Abnormal Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 281 | Careers in Psychology | 3.0 |
| READ 101 | Literacy and Learning Strategies for College Success | 3.0 |
| SOC 101 | Introductory Sociology Principles | 3.0 |
| SOC 110 | Marriage and the Family | 3.0 |
| SOC 120 | Introduction to Human Sexuality | 3.0 |
| SOC 202 | Gender and Society | 3.0 |
| or WGS 202 | Gender and Society | |
| SOC 201 | Social Problems | 3.0 |
| SOC 205 | Introduction to Social Research Methods | 3.0 |
| SPAN 245 | Introduction to Chicano/Mexican American Culture | 3.0 |
| TH 108 | Improvisation for the Theatre | 3.5 |
| TH 110 | Fundamentals of Acting | 3.5 |
| WGS 101 | Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies | 3.0 |
| WGS 105 | Gender Studies and the Chicana/Latina Experience | 3.0 |
| WGS 209 | Gender and Science | 3.0 |
| WGS 250 | Foundations of Feminist, Gender, and Queer Theories | 3.0 |
| Section 2 - Student Development and Application | ||
| Select at least 3 units from the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| COUN 100 | Counselor Aide in the Community College | 2.0 |
| COUN 150 | Dynamics of Leadership | 3.0 |
| COUN 200 | Success in College and Career | 3.0 |
| COUN 210 | Job Search Strategies | 1.0 |
| COUN 220 | Transition to Universities | 3.0 |
| LIBR 100 | Introduction to Library Research | 1.0 |
| READ 101 | Literacy and Learning Strategies for College Success | 3.0 |
| Section 3 - Student Vitality | ||
| Select at least 3 units from the following courses: | 3.0 | |
| HED 100 | Contemporary Health Problems | 3.0 |
| HED 101 | Stress Management | 3.0 |
| HED 103 | Women, Their Bodies and Health | 3.0 |
| or WGS 103 | Women, their Bodies and Health | |
| HED 105 | Mind, Body, and Health | 3.0 |
| HED 200 | Nutrition for Health, Fitness and Wellness | 3.0 |
| HO 152 | Normal and Therapeutic Nutrition | 3.0 |
| KIN 104 | Fitness and Wellness | 3.0 |
| KIN 202 | Measurement and Interpretation of Fitness | 3.0 |
| PEX 124 | Personal Fitness Program | 1.0 |
| PEX 130 | Weight Management | 1.0 |
| PEX 136 | Stretching and Relaxation | 1.0 |
| PEX 138 | Walking for Fitness | 1.0 |
| PEX 141 | Jogging for Fitness, Beginning | 1.0 |
| PEX 145 | Circuit Weight Training, Beginning | 1.0 |
| PEX 147 | Personal Self Defense | 1.0 |
| PEX 151 | Yoga | 1.0 |
| PEX 156 | Pilates Conditioning | 1.0 |
| PEX 240 | Jogging for Fitness, Intermediate | 2.0 |
| PEX 245 | Circuit Weight Training, Intermediate/Advanced | 2.0 |
| Total Units for Self-Development and Social Behavior Area of Emphasis: 18 Units | ||
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 | |
| AFRS 100 | Introduction to Black/Africana Studies | 3.0 |
| AFRS 108 | Black Politics: Social and Racial Justice Movements | 3.0 |
| AJ 101 | Introduction to Administration of Justice | 3.0 |
| ASL 220 | Deaf Culture | 3.0 |
| ANTH 100 | Cultural Anthropology | 3.0 |
| ANTH 120 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3.0 |
| ANTH 170 | Introduction to Language and Culture | 3.0 |
| ANTH 200 | Native Peoples of North America | 3.0 |
| ANTH 202 | The Maya, Inca and Aztecs: Ancient Civilizations of the Americas | 3.0 |
| ANTH 203 | The Anthropology of Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion | 3.0 |
| ANTH 205 | The Anthropology of Sexuality and Gender | 3.0 |
| ANTH 206 | The Anthropology of Death and Dying | 3.0 |
| or WGS 205 | The Anthropology of Sexuality and Gender | |
| CD 110 | Child Development | 3.0 |
| COMM 110 | Intercultural Communication | 3.0 |
| COMM 115 | Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution | 3.0 |
| or WGS 115 | Gender, Communication, and the Digital Revolution | |
| COUN 200 | Success in College and Career | 3.0 |
| COUN 205 | Valuing Identity and Cultural Diversity | 3.0 |
| CS 100 | Introduction to Ethnic Studies: Chicano/a Studies | 3.0 |
| CS 101 | Introduction to Social Justice | 3.0 |
| ECON 101 | Economic Issues and Policy | 3.0 |
| ECON 102 | Women in the Global Economy | 3.0 |
| or WGS 206 | Women in the Global Economy | |
| ECON 201M | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3.0 |
| ECON 202M | Principles of Microeconomics | 3.0 |
| ECON 204 | Money, Ethics, and Economic Justice | 3.0 |
| EDEL 205 | Philosophy of Education: Multi-Ethnic Approaches | 3.0 |
| or ETHN 205 | Philosophy of Education: Multi-Ethnic Approaches | |
| ENVS 200 | Environmental Policy | 3.0 |
| GEOG 102 | Cultural Geography | 3.0 |
| GEOG 105 | World Regional Geography | 3.0 |
| GEOG 135 | Ethnic Studies, Places, and Social Justice | 3.0 |
| or ETHN 135 | Ethnic Studies, Place, and Social Justice | |
| HIST 101 | American History and Constitution | 3.0 |
| Political and Social History of the United States: 1500s to 1876 | ||
| HIST 103 | Political and Social History of the United States: 1877 to Present | 3.0 |
| HIST 108 | History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States | 3.0 |
| or CS 108 | History of Mexican and Latino Americans in the United States | |
| HIST 110 | African/American History | 3.0 |
| HIST 120 | History of California | 3.0 |
| HIST 204 | Women in American History | 3.0 |
| or WGS 204 | Women in American History | |
| HIST 210 | History of the United States in the Post World War II Era | 3.0 |
| HIST 220 | History of the Americas | 3.0 |
| HIST 221 | History of the Americas | 3.0 |
| HIST 230 | History of Mexico | 3.0 |
| HIST 235 | History of Latin America | 3.0 |
| HIST 241 | Western Civilization | 3.0 |
| HIST 242 | Western Civilization | 3.0 |
| HIST 245 | World Civilization from Antiquity to 1500 | 3.0 |
| HIST 246 | World Civilization from 1500 to Present | 3.0 |
| HIST 250 | History of England, Great Britain and the Commonwealth | 3.0 |
| HIST 255 | History of Russia and the Soviet Union | 3.0 |
| HIST 260 | Survey of the History of Asia | 3.0 |
| HIST 265 | Selected Problems in Contemporary Asian History | 3.0 |
| HIST 275 | Global Studies | 3.0 |
| HUM 107 | Men and Masculinities: Constructing Manhood in America | 3.0 |
| or WGS 107 | Men and Masculinities: Constructing Manhood in America | |
| JAMS 100 | Mass Communications and Society | 3.0 |
| KIN 108 | Women in Sports | 3.0 |
| or WGS 108 | Women in Sports | |
| KIN 211 | Sport Management | 3.0 |
| POL 101 | American Political Institutions | 3.0 |
| POL 110 | California State and Local Government | 3.0 |
| POL 201 | Introduction to Political Science and American Government | 3.0 |
| POL 210 | International Relations | 3.0 |
| POL 220 | Comparative Government | 3.0 |
| POL 230 | Contemporary Political Issues: Middle East | 3.0 |
| POL 240 | Introduction to Political Theory | 3.0 |
| POL 250 | Understanding the United Nations: Theory and Practice | 3.0 |
| POL 255 | Global Citizenship | 3.0 |
| POL 260 | Public Policy and the Supreme Court | 3.0 |
| POL 280 | Race, Gender and Sexual Identity in American Politics | 3.0 |
| POL 281 | Race, Ethnicity, and Latinx Politics in the U.S. | 3.0 |
| POL 282 | Race, Ethnicity, and Black Politics in the U.S. | 3.0 |
| or ETHN 282 | Race, Ethnicity, and Black Politics in the U.S. | |
| PSYC 101 | General Introductory Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 150 | Personal and Social Adjustment | 3.0 |
| PSYC 245 | Drugs and Behavior | 3.0 |
| or HO 245 | Drugs and Behavior | |
| PSYC 251 | Developmental Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 261 | Social Psychology | 3.0 |
| or ETHN 262 | The Psychology of Oppression | |
| PSYC 265 | Psychology of Gender | 3.0 |
| PSYC 271 | Abnormal Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 275 | Cultural Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 276 | Forensic Psychology | 3.0 |
| PSYC 278 | Psychology of Wellness | 3.0 |
| SOC 101 | Introductory Sociology Principles | 3.0 |
| SOC 110 | Marriage and the Family | 3.0 |
| SOC 120 | Introduction to Human Sexuality | 3.0 |
| SOC 201 | Social Problems | 3.0 |
| SOC 202 | Gender and Society | 3.0 |
| or WGS 202 | Gender and Society | |
| SOC 205 | Introduction to Social Research Methods | 3.0 |
| SOC 210 | Race and Ethnic Relations in the U.S. | 3.0 |
| or ETHN 210 | Race and Ethnic Relations in the U.S. | |
| SOC 215 | Sociology of Cultural Diversity: Challenge and Change | 3.0 |
| SOC 220 | Introduction to Human Services | 3.0 |
| SOC 230 | Juvenile Delinquency | 3.0 |
| WGS 101 | Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies | 3.0 |
| WGS 102 | Women and Religion | 3.0 |
| WGS 105 | Gender Studies and the Chicana/Latina Experience | 3.0 |
| WGS 202 | Gender and Society | 3.0 |
| WGS 209 | Gender and Science | 3.0 |
| WGS 250 | Foundations of Feminist, Gender, and Queer Theories | 3.0 |
| Total Units for Social and Behavioral Sciences Area of Emphasis: 18 units | ||
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 | |
| ART 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | 3.0 |
| or HUM 108 | Black Images in Popular Culture | |
| ART 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | 3.0 |
| or HUM 109 | Gender and Sexuality In Art | |
| ART 113 | Art, Science, and Technology | 3.0 |
| ART 118 | History of Women in Visual Arts | 3.0 |
| or WGS 118 | History of Women in Visual Arts | |
| ART 125 | Introduction to Visual and Cultural Studies | 3.0 |
| or HUM 125 | Introduction to Visual and Cultural Studies | |
| PHOT 160 | History of Photography | 3.0 |
Section 2 - Theories of Visual Communicaiton | ||
| Select 6 units from the following courses: | 6.0 | |
| ART 188 | Design for Digital Publishing | 3.0 |
| PHOT 100 | Introductory Photography | 3.0 |
| JAMS 121 | Multimedia Reporting | 3.0 |
| JAMS 130 | Photo Journalism | 3.0 |
| or PHOT 130 | Photo Journalism | |
| PHOT 110 | Introduction to Digital Photography | 3.0 |
| Section 3 - Applied Techniques of Communication | ||
| Select 9 units from the following courses: | 9.0 | |
| ART 110 | Freehand Drawing | 3.0 |
| ART 114 | Storyboarding and Animation Principles for Film | 3.0 |
| ART 116 | Beginning Printmaking | 3.0 |
| ART 120 | Two-Dimensional Design | 3.0 |
| ART 130A | Fundamentals of Painting | 3.0 |
| ART 150 | Introduction to Ceramics | 3.0 |
| ART 182A | Lettering and Typography | 3.0 |
| ART 184 | Graphic Design I | 3.0 |
| FILM 101 | Motion Picture Production | 3.0 |
| FILM 102 | Television Production | 3.0 |
| Total Units Visual Communication Area of Emphasis: 18 Units | ||