Human Biology - Major #6084 - Associate of Science Degree

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This program map only provides one possible pathway for degree and/or certificate obtainment and is for reference only. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your individualized Student Education Plan.
It is also important to discuss your transfer options with a counselor because each university will require specific courses.

The Associate Degree in Human Biology provides a foundation for students exploring or pursuing a range of opportunities in Human Biology or Allied Health fields. The course pathway for this degree includes the foundational courses typically required for entry into Allied Health programs. Please speak with a specialist counselor for more information specific to the individual Allied Health programs.

1. Relate the structure to the function of the human body.

2. Analyze and interpret laboratory data.

3. Apply the principles of microbiology to the function of the human body in health and disease.

4. Critically evaluate different sources of scientific information.

Program Map

Major Requirements without GE courses

Term 1

11-15 units

FCC GE AREA 1B - Oral Communication and Critical Thinking

COMM C1000 - Introduction to Public Speaking

3 units

Emphasis is placed on the organization and criticism of public discourse. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

COMM C1000H - Introduction to Public Speaking-Honors

3 units

Particular emphasis is placed on the organization and criticism of public discourse. As an Honor's section, this course employs enhanced methods such as the use of research, advocacy and debate, in addition to exploring prominent speakers and the analysis of famous speeches. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

COMM 2 - Interpersonal Communication

3 units

This course is an introduction to interaction processes in interpersonal communication settings. The course emphasizes effective and appropriate uses of verbal and nonverbal messages in the initiation, development, maintenance, and termination of personal and professional relationships. (A, CSU, UC)

COMM 4 - Persuasion

3 units

This course explores the theories and practices of influence, advocacy, and reasoning from the perspective of both persuader and audience. Rhetorical and social theories of persuasion are studied, and historical and contemporary persuasive messages are analyzed. Students also practice by preparing effective and ethical persuasive speeches and other appeals. (A, CSU, UC)

COMM 8 - Group Communication

3 units

This course is an introduction to group communication as a vehicle for solving problems, reaching decisions, making recommendations on policy and communicating group decisions to a larger audience. Students will study and practice the theories, behaviors and processes of group communication. (A, CSU, UC)

COMM 8H - Honors Group Communication

3 units

An introduction to group communication as a vehicle for solving problems, reaching decisions, making recommendations on policy, and communicating group decisions to a larger audience. Students will study and practice the theories, behaviors, and processes of group communication. Honors sections will also focus on a more in-depth analysis of group communication theory and its application. (A, CSU, UC)

COMM 25 - Argumentation

3 units

This course covers the analysis, reasoning, advocacy, and criticism of ideas. It emphasizes derived conclusions based on valid evidence and sound inferences without using fallacies of thought and language. Students demonstrate basic principles through a variety of oral presentations and written assignments, and students are required to write a minimum of 5000 words during the semester. (A, CSU, UC)

ENGL C1001 - Critical Thinking and Writing

3 units

(A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL C1001H - Critical Thinking and Writing - Honors

3 units

Honors sections may cover additional subject matter, such as more in-depth analytical research and extensive analysis of rhetorical discourse. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PHIL 2 - Critical Reasoning and Analytic Writing

3 units

This course examines the principles and methods of good reasoning and analytic writing, emphasizing deductive logic (including formal techniques of sentential logic), thesis-driven argumentation, and research strategies. Student will learn how to identify arguments, develop and assess basic deductive and inductive written arguments, common fallacies, and apply each element to various areas of study and real-world situations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PHIL 2H - Honors Critical Reasoning and Analytic Writing

3 units

SOC 1B - Critical Thinking about Social Problems

3 units

Critical thinking is an important component of sociology; the sociological imagination requires us to step back, to ask questions, and to evaluate evidence. Using critical thinking, this course will identify and analyze contemporary social problems including causes, consequences, and possible solutions. Application of critical thinking skills, specifically taught in the course, is designed to result in heightened critical thinking ability as well as strengthened social awareness concerning social problems. In the study of social problems, theoretical perspectives and sociological methods of research and analysis will be applied. This course uses both inductive and deductive forms of reasoning, including identifying formal and informal fallacies and analyzing the evidence on which conclusions are based. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FCC GE AREA 2 - Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning

Consult with a counselor for Math placement.

CIT 60 - Beginning Visual Basic

4 units

This course is an introduction to programming with Visual Basic. The student will develop applications using standard Windows elements such as command buttons, and check, option and list boxes. Emphasis is on structured program design, including debugging, testing, and documentation. (A, CSU, UC)

CIT 63 - Beginning Java Programming

4 units

This course covers the design and coding methodology for computer programming using the Java programming language. Emphasis is on object-orientated programming, control structures, methods, arrays, strings, inheritance, and graphics. (A, CSU, UC)

CIT 66 - Beginning C++ Programming

4 units

This class instructs students in software development using the C++ programming language. Emphasis is on object-oriented design, computations, strings, pointers, functions, classes and objects. (A, CSU, UC)

CSCI 26 - Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science

4 units

Elements of discrete mathematics which have applications to computer science. Topics include sets, propositional and predicate logic, relations and functions, mathematical induction, graphs, and trees. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

DS 21 - Finite Mathematics

3 units

In this course students will learn the following mathematical concepts: applications of linear; exponential and logarithmic functions; solving systems of linear equations using matrix operations and inverses; solving linear programming techniques using graphing methods and simplex methods; applying interest theory concepts to solve mathematical finance problems; calculate probability; determine the number of values within sets using Venn Diagrams and counting principles; use graphs and properties to determine limits, rates of change, and derivatives of a function. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

DS 23 - Business Statistics

3 units

This course covers using probability and predictive techniques to facilitate decision-making using data from disciplines including business, social sciences, psychology, life sciences, health sciences, and education. The analysis will incorporate EXCEL/Other Statistical Software and a graphing calculator. Descriptive measures include central tendency and dispersion, probability theory, discrete and continuous probability distributions, sampling distributions, central limit theorem, time series, index numbers, statistical inference using one and two sample hypothesis tests using both the standard and t distributions for both means and proportions, estimation, correlation, regression, analysis of variance (ANOVA), and nonparametric methods including Chi-squared. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 3A - College Algebra

4 units

This is a college level course in algebra for majors in business, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students will study polynomial, rational, radical, exponential, absolute value, and logarithmic functions; systems of equations; theory of polynomial equations; analytic geometry; and sequences/series. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 4 - Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry

4 units

This course covers the study of polynomial, absolute value, radical, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, analytic geometry, and polar coordinates. The course will also cover a review of trigonometric functions, their inverses and their graphs, identities and proofs related to trigonometric expressions, trigonometric equations, solving right triangles, solving triangles using the Law of Cosines and the Law of Sines, and introduction to vectors. (A, CSU, UC)

MATH 4A - Trigonometry

4 units

This is a college-level course with topics including angles, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, right and oblique triangles, graphs, identities, trigonometric equations, vectors, polar coordinates, DeMoivre’s Theorem, and applications. (A, CSU)

MATH 4B - Pre-Calculus

4 units

This course covers advanced algebra and trigonometric topics including; equations and inequalities; polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; graphing; analytic geometry; and conic sections; vectors; matrices; systems of equations, the binomial theorem, sequences, and series. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 5A - Mathematical Analysis I

5 units

This course is an introduction to differential and integral calculus. This includes analytical geometry, differentiation and integration of functions, limits, continuity, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and applications of differentiation. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 5B - Mathematical Analysis II

4 units

This is a second course in single variable differential and integral calculus that covers advanced applications and techniques of integration, differential equations, and sequences and series. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 6 - Mathematical Analysis III

4 units

This course includes solid analytical geometry; partial differentiation; integral calculus of multivariable functions; two and three dimensional vectors; vector valued functions; topics in vector calculus including Green’s, Divergence, and Stokes’ Theorems. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 7 - Introduction to Differential Equations

4 units

This course is an introduction to ordinary differential equations including applications from a variety of disciplines. The course introduces the theoretical aspects of differential equations, including establishing when solution(s) exist, and techniques for obtaining solutions, including, series solutions, Laplace transforms and linear systems. This course is not intended for students who have taken Math 17. (A, CSU, UC)

MATH 10A - Structure and Concepts in Mathematics I

3 units

In this course students will develop quantitative reasoning through an in-depth study of topics including real number systems and subsystems. The emphasis is on comprehension and analysis of mathematical concepts and applications of logical reasoning. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 10B - Structure and Concepts in Mathematics II

3 units

This course includes topics of probability, statistics, geometry, measurement, motion geometry, and tessellations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 17 - Differential Equations and Linear Algebra

5 units

This is an introductory course in ordinary differential equations and linear algebra. Topics for this course include first-order ordinary differential equations, including separable, linear, homogeneous of degree zero, Bernoulli and exact with applications and numerical methods. Students will also study solutions to higher order differential equations using undetermined coefficients, variation of parameters, power series, with applications; solutions to linear and non-linear systems of differential equations, including numerical solutions; matrix algebra, solutions of linear systems of equations, and determinants; vector spaces, linear independence, basis and dimension, subspace and inner product space, including the Gram-Schmidt procedure; as well as linear transformations, kernel and range, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization and symmetric matrices. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 21 - Finite Mathematics

3 units

This course includes applications of linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions; matrix operations; and inverse matrices; linear programming techniques, mathematics of finance, probability, and counting theory; as well as limits, rates of change, and derivatives. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 26 - Elementary Linear Algebra

3 units

This class covers topics including matrices and linear transformations; vector spaces; determinants; eigenvalues and eigenvectors. This course is not intended for students who have taken Math 17. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 42 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences

4 units

This course includes the following topics: descriptive statistics, sampling, hypothesis testing, estimation, selected non-parametric techniques, ANOVA, and regression, with applications from psychology, biology, and social sciences. This course is designed for psychology majors and UC transfers. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MATH 45 - Contemporary Mathematics

3 units

This course is an introduction to mathematical problem-solving, statistics, social choice (voting and fair division), and management science. The mathematical concepts taught in this course emphasize application for quantitative analysis that can be used in daily life. (A, CSU, UC)

MATH 103 - Foundations of Algebra

4 units

This course covers topics include polynomial, rational, and algebraic expressions and equations; linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions; systems of equations and inequalities; radicals; graphing functions and relations. (A)

PSYC 42 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences

4 units

PHIL 6 - Introduction to Logic

3 units

This course is an introduction to methods of reasoning, including instruction in induction and deduction included, with an emphasis on deduction. The topics covered will include formal and informal fallacies, as well as symbolization, syntax, and natural deduction for sentential and predicate logic. (A, CSU, UC)

STAT C1000 - Introduction to Statistics

4 units

(A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

STAT C1000H - Introduction to Statistics - Honors

4 units

(A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FCC GE AREA 7A - Lifetime Wellness: PE or Dance

CLS 17A - Beginning Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

History and origin of Mexican dance, from the pre-Columbian era through the arrival of the Spaniards. Analysis of the form, function, and symbolism of the music, musical instruments, movements, and choreography. Examination of the role of gender in this art form. Dances practiced and performed at the beginning level. (A, CSU, UC)

CLS 17B - Beginning Intermediate Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

CLS 27A - Intermediate Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

History of the origin of Mexican dance, from the arrival of the Spaniards to the present time. Analysis of the form, function, and symbolism of the music, musical instruments, movements, and choreographies. Dances practiced and performed at the intermediate level. (A, CSU, UC)

CLS 27B - Advanced Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

DEVSER 54 - Adapted Walking and Conditioning

1 unit

This course is designed for students with disabilities. The emphasis is on the development and/or maintenance of basic physical/mental conditioning through walking. There will be cardiovascular fitness, stretching, nutritional evaluation and current topics about disability will be covered. (A, CSU, UC)

DEVSER 55 - Adapted Fitness

1 unit

This course is designed for students with disabilities. The emphasis is on the development and/or maintenance of flexibility, strength, and fitness using progressive resistance, stretching, and cardiovascular fitness activities. A very basic introduction to nutrition and current topics that may pertain to various disabilities. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 7 - Introduction to Social and Cultural Dance

1 unit

This course is an introduction to basic social and cultural dances: such as swing, waltz, cha cha, tango, line dance, Hmong, Polynesian, African, Indian and Native American. Additional topics may include popular trends and the influence of social media on dance. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 8A - Beginning Hip Hop Technique

1 unit

Students will learn basic techniques and styles of Beginning Hip Hop dance, both historical and current, emphasizing musicality, rhythms, and the basic movement required to develop Beginning Hip Hop skills. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 8B - Intermediate Hip Hop Technique

1 unit

Students will learn Intermediate level techniques and styles of Hip Hop dance, both historical and current, emphasizing musicality, rhythms, and the movement required to develop intermediate Hip Hop skills. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 9 - Body Awareness, Mental Health and Conditioning through Dance

1 unit

Students will learn skills and techniques that promote body awareness, mental health and conditioning to improve body alignment, enhance and expedite body ability for dance skills, and aid in preventing injuries common to various dance styles. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 10A - Beginning Modern Dance Technique

1.5 units

Students will study modern dance technique, exercises and improvisations involving body movement, rhythm, design, dynamics, and expression. This will include body conditioning exercises for posture, strength, and flexibility. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 10B - Pre-Intermediate Modern Dance Technique

1.5 units

Students will study pre-intermediate modern dance technique, exercises and improvisations involving body movement, rhythm, design, dynamics, and expression. Body conditioning exercises for posture, strength, technique and flexibility. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 12A - Beginning Ballet Part 1

1.5 units

Students will learn the beginning level of classical ballet technique, using barre exercises and center work. Students will learn beginning ballet terminology and concepts. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 12B - Beginning Ballet Part 2

1.5 units

Students will learn part two, beginning level of classical ballet technique, using barre exercises and center work. Students will learn beginning ballet terminology and concepts. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 13A - Intermediate Ballet Technique

1.5 units

Students will learn Intermediate level Ballet technique. They will use barre exercises, across the floor and center work. The class will include a demonstration of creating and teaching a ballet phrase. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 13B - Pre-Advanced Ballet Technique

1.5 units

Students will learn pre-advanced ballet technique. They will use barre exercises, across the floor and center work. The class will include a demonstration of creating and teaching a ballet phrase and a short combination. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 14 - Beginning Jazz Dance Technique

1 unit

This class will teach students the fundamental technique of Jazz dance. Students will utilize basic steps and isolated body parts. They will be instructed to use appropriate conditioning exercises for strength, flexibility, balance, and alignment done to a rhythmic form of jazz and other contemporary music. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 15 - Intermediate Jazz Dance Technique

1 unit

This class will be a progressive refinement of the jazz dance technique. Students will be building upon the skills and technique covered in Dance 14. A variety of jazz styles will be introduced to the students. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 16 - Beginning Tap Dance

1 unit

Students will be introduced to a variety of tap styles, sequences, and dance patterns to develop rhythm, coordination, and balance. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 17A - Beginning Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

DANCE 17B - Beginning Intermediate Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

DANCE 18 - Intermediate Tap Dance

1 unit

Students will progressively refine their tap dance technique, building upon skills and techniques covered in Dance 16. Students will be presented with more advanced tap steps and styles. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 20A - Beginning Modern Dance Composition

3 units

Students in this class will learn modern dance technique warm up and exercises for development of movement vocabulary, strength, flexibility, alignment, range of motion, and rhythmic coordination. Guided group improvisations will be used for the development of personal movement vocabulary, creative outlet, and to hone in on basic cognitive and improvisational skills. There will be a study of modern dance as an art form, including brief discussions on history and theory. The study of dance composition theories and conceptual approaches will be discussed. Students will create work studies in the form of solos and group work. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 20B - Intermediate Modern Dance Composition

3 units

Students in this class will learn intermediate level modern dance technique warm up and exercises for the further development of movement vocabulary, strength, flexibility, alignment, range of motion, and rhythmic coordination. Guided group improvisations will be used for the development of personal movement vocabulary, creative outlet, and to hone intermediate level cognitive and improvisational skills. There will be a study of modern dance as an art form, including brief discussions on history and theory. The study of dance composition theories and conceptual approaches will be discussed. Students will create solo and group work on a complex and multi-dimensional level. The student will be guided to hone in on one’s own artistic voice and to be able to articulate their reasons for creation in an intelligent, comprehensive manner. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 21 - Fall Dance Concert 1

2-4 units

This course introduces students to the experience of performing a dance concert on the stage. The students will be utilizing various dance techniques, learning the rehearsal process, memorizing choreography and the expectations included in performance etiquette. This course includes opportunities for students to learn production activities that support the dance concert. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 22 - Spring Dance Concert 1

2-4 units

This course is an intro/beginning level for students who want to experience performing a dance concert on the stage. The students will be utilizing various dance techniques, learning the rehearsal process, memorizing choreography and expectations included in performance etiquette. This course includes opportunities for students to learn production activities that support the dance concert. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 26 - American College Dance Association

1.5 units

Students selected for this course will be preparing to be dance participants in American College Dance Association conference. The student will partake in a variety of workshop classes and participate as a viewer at the adjudication concerts. The students will have the opportunity to perform before professional dance experts. Students selected for this course will participate and help coordinate the annual FCC Dance Expo event. NOTE: faculty select students for this course. The number of students who can partake varies from year to year. (A, CSU)

DANCE 27A - Intermediate Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

DANCE 27B - Advanced Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

DANCE 28A - Intermediate Modern Dance Technique

1.5 units

Students will develop Intermediate-level modern dance technique. This course will have emphasis on inverted movement, fast-pace locomotor patterns, and weight sharing. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 28B - Pre-Advanced Modern Dance Technique

1.5 units

Students will develop pre-advanced level modern dance technique. This course will have emphasis on honing previous skills of DANCE 28A, including a variety of locomotor patterns, creativity, and a deeper understanding of modern dance concepts. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 29 - Pilates

1 unit

This course will study the core, breath, alignment, and balance of the body through Pilates mat exercises. Students of all ages, body types and abilities can find a balanced physical health with body, mind and spirit through this practice. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 31 - Fall Dance Concert 2

2-4 units

This course is a beginning level for students who want to experience performing a dance concert on the stage. The students will be utilizing various dance techniques and learning the rehearsal process at a beginning level. Students will hone their skills in memorizing choreography and/or how to clean and prepare the dance for the stage. This will include communication etiquette for the roles of choreographer, performer, designer and technician in relation to the dance theater production. This course includes opportunities for students to learn production activities that support the dance concert. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 32 - Spring Dance Concert 2

2-4 units

This course is a beginning/pre-intermediate level for students who want to experience performing a dance concert on a stage. The students will be utilizing various dance techniques and learning the rehearsal process at a beginning/pre-intermediate level. Students will hone their skills in memorizing choreography and/or how to clean and prepare the dance for the stage. The skill of improvisation will be honed as a choreographic skill. This will include communication etiquette for the roles of choreographer, performer, designer and technician in relation to the dance theater production. This course includes opportunities for students to learn production activities that support the dance concert. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 41 - Fall Dance Concert 3

2-4 units

This course is pre-intermediate level for students who want to experience performing a dance concert on a stage. The students will be utilizing various dance techniques and learning the rehearsal process, memorizing choreography and/or improving their skill for cleaning choreography, and building skills to create a dance on the stage. The skill of improvisation will be honed as a choreographic skill at a pre-intermediate level. This will include communication etiquette for the roles of choreographer, performer, and costume designer skills in relation to the dance theater production. This course includes opportunities for students to learn production activities that support the dance concert. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 42 - Spring Dance Concert 3

2-4 units

This course is intermediate level for students who want to experience performing a dance concert on a stage. The students will be utilizing various dance techniques and learning the rehearsal process, memorizing choreography and/or improving their skills for cleaning choreography, and building skills to create a dance on the stage. The skill of improvisation will be honed as a choreographic skill at an intermediate level. This will include communication etiquette for the roles of choreographer, performer, costume designer skills and light technician skills in relation to the dance theater production. This course includes opportunities for students to learn production activities that support the dance concert. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 81 - Fall Applied Dance Choreography Masterclass

2.5 units

This course introduces students to the experience of choreographing Dance for the stage. Students will utilize various dance teaching methods, leading the rehearsal process, executing choreography, and the leadership expectations included in performance etiquette. This course includes opportunities for students to learn production activities that support the Fresno City College Dance Concert. NOTE: students will audition for this course. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 91 - Spring Applied Dance Choreography Masterclass

2.5 units

This course gives students the experience of choreographing dance for the stage. Students will utilize various dance teaching methods, leading the rehearsal process, executing choreography, and the leadership expectations included in performance etiquette. This course includes opportunities for students to learn production activities that support the Fresno City College Dance Concert. NOTE: students will audition for this course. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 4 - Badminton

1 unit

In this activity course, students will learn about basic skills, rules, and strategies as they relate to Badminton. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 4B - Intermediate Badminton

1 unit

This is an expanded approach to the fundamental badminton strokes and strategies obtained in beginning badminton. Students will build upon their knowledge of the game of badminton, and be able to successfully compete with peers of their skill level. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 5 - Basketball

1 unit

In this course, students will participate in basketball-related activities. Participation in various drills includes dribbling, shooting, and passing. Different playing styles will be incorporated throughout the semester, including half and full court games against other students. Throughout the course, students will develop motor skills, coordination, and teamwork. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 6 - Fitness and Health

1 unit

In this activity class, explores various activities to develop posture, strength, flexibility, endurance and relaxation. This class will serve as a survey of different exercise techniques and modalities. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 7 - Golf

1 unit

In this activity course, students will learn and practice grip, stance, and swing fundamentals. Instruction will be based on the short game basics. Each student will receive instruction on golf etiquette, equipment, and the rules of golf. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 8 - Basic Self Defense

1 unit

In this activity course, students will learn theory and techniques of self-defense and personal safety. Students will experience mental and physical aspects of basic self-defense. Content includes recognizing and avoiding dangers, and skills and strategies for employing physical defense when necessary. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 12 - Swimming

1 unit

In this activity course, students will participate in swimming skills and techniques for the beginning swimmer. Development of swimming as a fitness activity, beginning stroke skills and proper breathing techniques for adequate lap swimming. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 12B - Intermediate Swimming

1 unit

A progression from PE 12, this course is an advanced swim class to further develop swim skills and techniques for intermediate swimmers. Development of swimming fitness activity, stroke development, and techniques for lap swimming. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 13 - Tennis

1 unit

In this activity course, students cover the basic skills of tennis, including learning proper grip, forehand, backhand, volley and serving. The class will also cover the rules and etiquette of tennis for singles and doubles tennis matches. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 13B - Intermediate Tennis

1 unit

A progression from PE 13, this course is an advanced tennis class to further develop the forehand, backhand, volley, and serving. The class will also cover strategies for singles and doubles match play. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 14 - Volleyball

1 unit

In this activity course, students will learn about the volleyball serve, positions, technique, drills, and conditioning. This activity course is designed for all skill levels. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 14B - Intermediate Volleyball

1 unit

An expanded approach to the fundamental of volleyball strategies. Students will build upon their knowledge of the game of volleyball, and be able to successfully compete with peers of their skill level. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 15A - Beginner Weight Training

1 unit

In this activity course, students will learn total body development by exercising against resistance. The class is structured to satisfy the strength building needs of beginner individuals with little to no experience lifting weight. Students will safely learn how to exercise, the use of various fitness equipment, and the importance of lifelong physical activity. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 15B - Intermediate Weight Training

1 unit

In this activity course, students will learn total body development by exercising against weighted resistance. The class is structured to satisfy the strength building needs of individuals with small to moderate experience in weight lifting and weight lifting techniques. Students will safely learn how to exercise, the use of various fitness equipment, and the importance of lifelong physical activity. Not required to take PE-15A prior to this course. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 15C - Advanced Weight Training

1 unit

In this advanced course, students will learn total body development by exercising against weighted resistance. The class is structured to satisfy the strength building needs of individuals with moderate and above experience in weightlifting and powerlifting exercises. Students will safely learn how to exercise, the use of various fitness equipment, and the importance of lifelong physical activity. Not required to take PE-15 A/B prior to this course, but powerlifting experience is recommended. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 17 - Yoga

1 unit

In this course, students will learn how to become the calm, serene person you would like to be and relieve the tension of everyday life with regular yoga practice. Yoga is a mental and physical conditioning program that brings the mind, body and spirit together in union. The ultimate goal is to develop a calm mind and a strong, healthy and relaxed body. This yoga class is for people of all ages, shapes and sizes, regardless of injuries or surgery. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 17B - Intermediate Yoga

1 unit

Instruction and practice in the fundamentals of yoga-based postures and transitions are designed to enhance strength, flexibility, balance and endurance. Emphasis on safety, proper body alignment, improved posture, and developing breathing and meditation techniques that encourage mind-body connection and relaxation response. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 27 - High Intensity Interval Training

1 unit

In this activity course, students will design to improve cardiovascular fitness using various exercise intervals. Students will perform a variety of body weight, strength training, and cardio exercises to increase endurance, strength, and knowledge of this type of health and fitness program. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 29B - Intercollegiate Badminton

3 units

In this course, students will learn badminton rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of badminton. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 29C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Badminton

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season badminton student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 30B - Intercollegiate Baseball

3 units

In this course, students will learn baseball rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of baseball. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 30C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Baseball

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season baseball student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 31B - Intercollegiate Basketball

3 units

In this course, students will learn basketball rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of basketball. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 31C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Basketball

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season basketball student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 32B - Intercollegiate Cross Country

3 units

In this course, students will learn cross-country rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of cross country. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 33B - Intercollegiate Football

3 units

In this course, students will learn football rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of football. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor or head coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 33C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Football

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season football student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 34B - Intercollegiate Golf

3 units

In this course, students will learn golf rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of golf. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 34C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Golf

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season golf student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 35B - Intercollegiate Cheer and Stunt

2 units

This course is designed primarily for students possessing the desire, ability, and skills necessary to participate in cheer and stunt on the collegiate level. Prospective participants should confer with the instructor before enrollment. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 36B - Intercollegiate Soccer

3 units

In this course, students will learn soccer rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of soccer. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 36C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Soccer

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season soccer student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 37B - Intercollegiate Softball

3 units

In this course, students will learn softball rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of softball. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 37C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Softball

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season softball student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 38B - Intercollegiate Tennis

3 units

In this course, students will learn tennis rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of tennis. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 38C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Tennis

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season tennis student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 39B - Intercollegiate Track and Field

3 units

In this course, students will learn track and field rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of track and field. This course is designed for intercollegiate student athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 39C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Track and Field

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season track and field student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 40B - Intercollegiate Women's Volleyball

3 units

In this course, students will learn women's volleyball rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of women's volleyball. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 40C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Women's Volleyball

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season women's volleyball student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 41B - Intercollegiate Men's Wrestling

3 units

In this course, students will learn to men's wrestle rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of men's wrestling. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 41C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Men's Wrestling

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season men's wrestling student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 42B - Intercollegiate Women's Water Polo

3 units

In this course, students will learn women's water polo rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of women's water polo. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 42C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Women's Water Polo

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season women's water polo student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 43B - Intercollegiate Women's Swimming and Diving

3 units

In this course, students will learn women's swimming and diving rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of women's swimming and diving. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU)

PE 43C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Women's Swimming and Diving

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season women's swimming and dive student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 44B - Intercollegiate Women's Beach Volleyball

3 units

In this course, students will learn women's beach volleyball rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of women's beach volleyball. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 44C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Women's Beach Volleyball

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season women's beach volleyball student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 45 - Performance Training and Conditioning Techniques for Intercollegiate Athletics

0.5-1 units

This activity course is designed for intercollegiate student-athletes only. This course is sport specific and includes resistance, cardiorespiratory, flexibility, agility, and power training at the intercollegiate level. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 46B - Intercollegiate Women's Wrestling

3 units

In this course, students will learn women's wrestling rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of women's wrestling. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 46C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Women's Wrestling

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season women's wrestling student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 47B - Intercollegiate Electronic Sports

3 units

In this course, students will learn electronic sports rules and strategy. Students will identify and demonstrate skills related to the sport of electronic sports. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU)

PE 47C - Off-Season Intercollegiate Electronic Sports

1 unit

This course is designed for off-season electronic sports student-athletes. This course is designed for intercollegiate Student-Athletes only. Please contact your counselor and coach. (A, CSU)

PE 71 - Soccer

1 unit

This course covers the basic skills of soccer and futsal; including dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting. The class will also cover the official (FIFA) rules of soccer and futsal. The emphasis is to teach the skills and playing games under the official rules of futsal inside the gym for the first half of the semester. The second section of the class will cover skills and playing games under the official rules of soccer on the soccer field. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

PE 72 - Spinning for Fitness

1 unit

In this activity course, students will improve overall physical fitness and health through the use of stationary spin bikes. Proper spin techniques and safety practices are demonstrated. This course is suitable for all genders and fitness levels. (A, CSU, UC)

ELECTIVE Recommend BIOL 5 to satisfy prerequisites next term

ELECTIVE (Only if needed to reach 60 units)

Term 2

12 units

FCC GE AREA 1A - English Composition

ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing

4 units

Critical reading of diverse voices is a major component of this course. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL C1000H - Academic Reading and Writing - Honors

4 units

Major components include critical reading of diverse voices and writing strategies. Honors sections may include more extensive research with a focus on academic journals, as well as critical thinking that includes in-depth analysis and synthesis of ideas. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

Biology Sequence Part 1

BIOL 20 - Human Anatomy

4 units

This course is intended for students planning to complete allied health programs (e.g. Nursing, RadTech) or seeking a degree in Human Biology, although it may also be useful for artists or others interested in the human form. The focus is on the structures of the human body, both large and small. The course includes the dissection of animal specimens. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

Course Details:

Requisites & Advisories

Prerequisite: BIOL 5
Prerequisite: BIOL 11A
Prerequisite: BIOL 31
Advisory: ENGL C1000
Advisory: HIT 10

General Education

IGETC

CSU GE

CSU Transfer

Fresno City College GE

BIOL 21A - Human Anatomy & Physiology I

4 units

Biology 21A and 21B have been designed for students planning to complete allied health programs (e.g. Nursing) or seeking a degree in Human Biology. This is the first class in the 2-semester sequence. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

Course Details:

Requisites & Advisories

Prerequisite: BIOL 5
Prerequisite: BIOL 11A
Prerequisite: BIOL 31
Advisory: ENGL C1000
Anti Requisite: BIOL 22

General Education

IGETC

CSU GE

CSU Transfer

Fresno City College GE

CHEM 3A

Introductory General Chemistry

Chemistry for applied science and non-science majors. The scientific method; chemical computations; composition of matter, energy, and physical and chemical changes; fundamental laws and principles; atomic and molecular structure; bonding; inorganic nomenclature, kinetic molecular theory, gas laws, solutions, acid-base theories, oxidation-reduction, equilibrium, nuclear chemistry, and qualitative and quantitative theories and techniques. MATH 103 is recommended as a prerequisite for allied health and nursing majors and MATH 3A is recommended as a prerequisite for STEM majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

Course Details:

Requisites & Advisories

Prerequisite: MATH 3A
Prerequisite: MATH 103

General Education

IGETC

CSU GE

CSU Transfer

Fresno City College GE

Satisfies FCC GE area 5

ELECTIVE (Only if needed to reach 60 units)

Term 3

11-13 units

FCC GE AREA 3 - Arts and Humanities

AFRAM 3 - African-American Art

3 units

This course provides a survey of African American Art from Pre Colonial Africa through the 21st century that includes an introduction to Nile Valley Civilizations, West African societies of the 15th and 16th centuries prior to European Colonial Expansion, an examination of the transition into the era of African enslavement in Colonial America, explore African American cultural development during Reconstruction, analyze African American political movements in response to social injustice and evaluate the assimilation of African American culture into mainstream American culture during the 20th century, and evaluate the African American community of the 21st Century. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

AFRAM 8 - African-American Creative Workshop

3 units

This course will focus on the unique and creative contributions of African American Women in the latter half of the 20th century and into the 21st century. The historical evaluation of the role of women creatives will include an introduction to the general spiritual principles from traditional African perspectives; specifically, Ancient Kemet (Egypt), Yoruba, and South African societies prior to European Colonial Expansion, and will examine the various ways African American Women have been ongoing facilitators in the areas of writing, performance, music, and the visual arts through immersive art lab work on projects. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

AFRAM 15 - African American Music

3 units

This course will assess the importance and influence of the history and development of the music of African Americans from the colonial era through the 21st century. Through the analysis of the music traditions of West Africa, and the relationship that music has to African traditions and ceremony; this course will evaluate the sustained African roots through the development of African American culture. This course will include in depth examination of innovations in African American music, such as Gospel, Soul and Hip Hop, as well as contributions to the music industry as a whole, and the influence that music has had in socio-economic and political institutions of the United States and internationally. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

AFRAM 17 - African-American Literature

3 units

This survey of classic and contemporary African-American literature aims to promote understanding and appreciation of the complex African-American experience through the development of close reading, analysis, and well-organized writing skills. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

AMIND 35 - American Indian Art

3 units

An interdisciplinary approach examining American Indian cultures and art traditions of North America. Introducing pre-contact and early-contact-era traditions, spiritual practices, and the evolution of American Indian art forms in contemporary times. Exploring the concepts, designs, and techniques of Indigenous art of the Americas. Emphasis on North American Indian tribes and the impact of settler-colonial policy on the traditional Indigenous relationship to place. The art studied will begin from ancient Indigenous civilizations to contemporary art movements. This course also examines socio-political critiques expressed in post-modern Native American art that are responding to topics concerning Social Justice, Eurocentrism, Cultural Appropriation, and Primitivism. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASL 1 - Beginning American Sign Language

4 units

This is a beginning course which introduces American Sign Language (ASL) as used by Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf-Blind people in the United States and parts of Canada. The focus is on the basic vocabulary, grammar, and culture of the Deaf community. Students will become familiar with the literary and artistic contributions of this culture. It is designed for students with no knowledge of American Sign Language. (A, CSU, UC)

ASL 2 - High-Beginning American Sign Language

4 units

This is a High-Beginning American Sign Language course which expands on the foundation of skills and knowledge learned in ASL 1 and builds on conversational expressive and receptive practices. It provides in-depth information on the culture of the Deaf community and the literary and artistic contribution of its members. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASL 3 - Intermediate American Sign Language

4 units

This is an intermediate course designed to help students develop an understanding of conversational American Sign Language above the beginning and high-beginning levels. It provides students with suggestions for beginning the translation process, along with improvements in speed and fluency. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASL 4 - High-Intermediate American Sign Language

4 units

This is a fourth semester American Sign Language course in which a formal method of thinking, organizing, receiving, and sending non-verbal messages in American Sign Language is taught. The cultural context of the Deaf community for which American Sign Language serves as the primary language. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASL 5 - Deaf Culture

3 units

This course introduces students to an in-depth study of Deaf culture and the deaf community that will address the cultural values, language, identity, rules of interaction, and traditions. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASL 6 - Linguistics of American Sign Language

4 units

Students will examine the parameters of a sign, ASL sentence types and structure (syntax) as well as other grammatical features of American Sign Language. Topics also include classifiers, verb modulations and aspects, and the role of facial expression, mouth morphemes, body orientation, and eye gaze. (A, CSU, UC)

ASL 7 - Deaf History

3 units

This course introduces students to historical events that have impacted the Deaf community. Students will explore the evolution of Deaf education and American Sign Language while also comparing pathological and cultural views of Deaf people. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASL 8 - American Sign Language Literature/Folklore

3 units

Students will study American Sign Language literature that has been passed down from one generation to the next by people of Deaf culture. Students will be exposed to Visual Vernacular, ABC stories, satire, and folklore where the values, morals, and life experiences of Deaf people are portrayed. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ARCH 10 - Architectural Design and Visualization I

3 units

This course surveys the basic principles and concepts of design while concurrently addressing the skills of freehand drawing, manual drafting and visualization. It also includes the history and development of perspective drawing during the Renaissance. (A, CSU, UC)

ARCH 11 - Introduction to Architecture and Environmental Design

2 units

This course covers familiarization with the professional fields of architecture, landscape architecture, structural engineering, city planning and construction. Roles of the architect and the project team and introduction to design principles and elements are investigated. Also included are the phases of the construction project and licensing requirements. (A, CSU, UC)

ARCH 15A - History of Architecture I

3 units

This course will focus on the history of architecture from prehistory to the Middle Ages including Europe, Asia, Africa, and Pre-Columbian America. Also included is the relationship between social, cultural, religious, and physical conditions that influenced the built environment. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ARCH 15B - History of Architecture II

3 units

This course covers history of architecture from the Renaissance to the 21st century. Included is the relationship between social, cultural, religious, and physical conditions that influenced the built environment. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ARCH 20 - Architectural Design and Visualization II

3 units

This course is a continuation of Architecture 10. It includes the extended development of the content of Architecture 10 plus the introduction of color theory. Also covered are the principles and means for the creation of two-dimensional and three-dimensional organizations. (A, CSU, UC)

ARCH 30 - Architectural Design and Visualization III

3 units

This course is a continuation of Architecture 20. It includes the extended development of the content of Architecture 20 plus the introduction of site and climate. Also included is analysis and organizational concepts, light, and function as issues in architecture. (A, CSU, UC)

ARMEN 1 - Beginning Armenian

5 units

This introductory course teaches beginning language acquisition in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading and writing. The students will interact with authentic language in a cultural context. It is designed for students who have no knowledge of Armenian. (A, CSU, UC)

ARMEN 2 - High-Beginning Armenian

5 units

ART 2 - Introduction to the Visual Arts

3 units

This course is an introduction to the visual arts and human creativity across history and diverse global cultures. Topics include the media of art, techniques, design principles, subject matter, style and theories of art within a historical context. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ART 3 - Two-Dimensional Design

3 units

This course is an introduction to the elements and principles of two-dimensional design which are common to the visual arts. Students will develop a visual vocabulary for creative expression through lecture presentations, studio projects, and problem solving. Art-3 is required for art majors. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 4 - Three-Dimensional Design

3 units

This course explores and experiments with the formal elements and principles of visual language in three dimensional design. It is required for art majors. This course introduces design elements and principles as they apply to 3-dimensional space and form; theory and practice. It includes projects in various media such as: plaster, paper, wood, clay, metal, cement and the use of digital technology. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 5 - History of Western Art - Prehistoric to Medieval

3 units

Art 5 is a survey of Western art and visual culture from prehistory to the Gothic era. Historical eras and cultures studied include Paleolithic, Neolithic, ancient Near East, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Islamic, Byzantine, Romanesque and Medieval Europe. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ART 5H - Honors History of Western Art - Prehistoric to Medieval

3 units

Art 5H is a survey of Western art and visual culture from pre-history to the Gothic era. Historical and cultural eras include the Paleolithic, Neolithic, ancient Near East, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, early Islamic and Medieval Europe. The Honors section includes research and writing assignments using primary and secondary source material in addition to oral presentations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ART 6 - History of Western Art - Renaissance to Modern

3 units

Art 6 course covers the development of major historical styles in European and American art and architecture from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Historical styles include the Italian and Northern Renaissance, Baroque, Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism and avant-garde movements of the 20th century. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ART 6H - Honors History of Western Art - Renaissance to Modern

3 units

Art 6H is an introductory survey of European and American art and architecture from the Renaissance to the 20th century covering the major historical styles. The Honors section will include research and writing assignments using primary and secondary source material and oral presentations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ART 7 - Beginning Drawing

3 units

Beginning Drawing is an introduction to the principles, elements, and practices of drawing, employing a range of subject matter and drawing media. The focus of this course is on perceptually-based drawing, observational skills, technical abilities, and creative responses to materials and subject matter. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 8 - Beginning Figure Drawing and Anatomy

3 units

Figure Drawing introduces the student to human anatomy for artists with the practice of drawing the human figure from the live model. This course focuses on using the tools of observational drawing to accurately describe the human figure in a drawing. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 9 - Beginning Painting: Oil/Acrylic

3 units

Art 9 is an introduction to painting through the study of historical and contemporary processes, principles and best practices. The course will focus on exploration of painting materials, perceptual skills and color theory, paint mixing and technique, as well as creative responses to materials and subject matter. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 10 - Beginning Ceramics

3 units

Art 10 is an introduction to ceramics materials, concepts, and processes, including hand-building, wheel throwing, glaze techniques, and firing. Students will learn the creative development of aesthetics through design principles and modes of personal expression. Topics will also include historical and contemporary ceramic practices and styles across cultures. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 11 - Beginning Sculpture

3 units

Beginning sculpture is an introduction to creative self-expression. It introduces a variety of sculptural media which may include but is not limited to clay, steel fabrication, bronze casting, glass casting, stone, wood, plaster, and new media such as installation and 3D printing/scanning. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 12A - Craft Workshop: Living Traditions

3 units

Introduction to the materials, tools, processes and concepts of a variety of craft media that may include work in fibers, paper, metal, leather, and/or wood. Course topics include historical traditions and contemporary global craft practices. (A, CSU)

ART 12B - Intermediate Craft Workshop: Living Traditions

3 units

This course is an advanced exploration into the tools, materials, and processes of a variety of craft media. Projects may include work in fibers, textiles, papermaking, metal, wood, glass or leather. Topics will include global cultural and historical traditions and contemporary craft practices. (A, CSU)

ART 14 - Beginning Printmaking

3 units

This course is an introduction to printmaking with special attention to relief printing, monotypes, and intaglio processes. Prints are produced by drawing or carving a composition on a carrier surface (the matrix) such as a wood block, metal plate or stone. This surface is then inked and the image is transferred to paper by the application of pressure, thus creating an impression or print. The goal is for students to gain the skills and confidence to produce multiple images by hand printing and on a press while exploring personal visual expression. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 15 - Ceramic Sculpture

3 units

Art 15 is an introduction to ceramic sculpture as a means of self-expression by examining the global historical and contemporary role of sculptural practices using ceramics. Technical aspects of ceramic construction and coloring techniques will be introduced in the projects. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 17 - Intermediate Drawing

3 units

This course explores artistic concepts, styles, and creative expression related to intermediate-level drawing, focusing on complex subject matter and concepts using a variety of drawing mediums, techniques, and methodologies. Students in this course will build on fundamental drawing skills to develop personalized approaches to content and materials in exercises covering multiple historical and contemporary approaches to drawing. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 18 - Intermediate Figure Drawing and Anatomy

3 units

Intermediate Figure Drawing explores artistic concepts, style, and creative expression related to intermediate-level figure drawing. Students in this course will build on fundamental drawing skills to develop personalized approaches to content and form. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 19 - Intermediate Painting: Oil/Acrylic

3 units

Art 19 builds on the foundation of Art 9 to develop a deeper understanding of painting materials, perceptual skills, color theory, paint mixing and technique, as well as creative responses to materials and subject matter. Activities and lectures involve further investigation into painting through the study of historical and contemporary processes, principles and best practices. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 20 - Intermediate Ceramics

3 units

Art 20 is an intermediate exploration of studio ceramics. Students will learn the construction and decorative processes that promote self-expression. Topics will include the historical and global contemporary practices of ceramic art. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 21 - Intermediate Sculpture

3 units

Art 21 is an intermediate sculpture course focused on self-expression though a variety of sculptural media which may include but is not limited to clay, steel fabrication, bronze casting, stone, wood, plaster, and new media such as installation and the use of digital technology. Students will be focusing on 2-3 of the above media and begin developing intermediate skills in sculptural fabrication. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 22B - Craft Workshop: Concepts in Fibers

3 units

This class is an introduction to the basic materials, methods and vocabulary used in fiber and textile media. Students will gain experience in hands-on development of expressive visual ideas. Topics include global historical traditions of fiber and textile and contemporary practices. (A, CSU)

ART 23 - Intermediate Watercolor Painting

3 units

Art 23 is an intermediate course in watercolor painting. The course materials and lectures support further exploration of water media processes, artistic expression and technique. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 25A - Intermediate Mural Painting

3 units

Art 25A is an advanced exploration of the aesthetic and practical applications of mural painting, including historical background, planning, techniques and execution. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 29 - Advanced Painting: Oil/Acrylic

3 units

Art 29 is a program or advanced studies in the act of painting. Emphasis on original artistic voice and development of personal portfolio. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 31 - Advanced Sculpture

3 units

Art 31 is an advanced course in sculpture aimed at the development of a strong art portfolio for advanced students. Art 31 concentrates on advanced forms of self-expression in a variety of sculptural media, which may include but is not limited to clay, steel fabrication, bronze casting, stone, wood, plaster, and new media such as installation, social sculptural and performance. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 32A - Beginning Jewelry and Metalsmithing

3 units

This course is an introduction to a wide-range of methods, techniques, and materials used to create jewelry and small metal objects. Topics include the global history of jewelry-making and contemporary practices. (A, CSU)

ART 32B - Intermediate Jewelry and Metalsmithing

3 units

This course is an exploration of a wide range of methods, techniques, and materials used to create jewelry and small metal objects. The focus of this course is developing individual creative expression at an intermediate level. (A, CSU)

ART 35 - Color Theory

3 units

Art 35 will explore both color theory and studio processes involving color. The course will explore how colors relate, interact and affect the perception of other colors. Course topics include the historical and contemporary uses of color in art and culture. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 40 - Photography as Art

3 units

This course introduces students to the processes, principles, and tools of photography. Topics include the development of technical and aesthetic skills, elements of design and composition, camera technology, materials and equipment, and contemporary trends in photography. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 50 - Arts of Africa, Oceania and Indigenous North America

3 units

Art 50 is an introduction to the visual arts and artistic traditions of Africa, Oceania and Indigenous North America. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ART 52 - Introduction to Digital Art/New Media

3 units

Art 52 introduces students to digital and new media art practices. The course explores the use of digital technology as a tool and medium with an emphasis on conceptual and expressive content. Students will learn fundamental concepts and practices utilizing contemporary proprietary software and/or open source software resulting in the creation of visual artworks. (A, CSU, UC)

ART 55 - Introduction to Asian Art

3 units

Art 55 is an introduction to the visual arts and artistic traditions of Asia including the Indian subcontinent, China, Korea, Japan and Southeast Asia. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ART 70 - Modern and Contemporary Art

3 units

Art 70 is a global survey of modern and contemporary art from the 19th to the 21st centuries. Topics and historical styles covered include Post-Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, Modernism, Abstract Expressionism and Post-Modern globalism. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASAMER 8 - Chinese Culture

3 units

Exploration of the history of Imperial China, the major religions/philosophies, and the culture of the Chinese. Cultural topics will include written language, martial arts, games, art, and mythology. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASAMER 55 - Introduction to Asian Art

3 units

ASAMER 55 is an introduction to the visual arts and artistic traditions of Asia including the Indian subcontinent, China, Korea, Japan and Southeast Asia. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CLS 17A - Beginning Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

CLS 20 - Chicano Art

3 units

Analysis of Mexican, Chicano, and Latino art from the historical to the contemporary. The course explores contemporary art forms and their ancestral cultural base, and includes a survey of Mexican, Chicano, and Latino artistic expressions. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CLS 21 - Chicano Literature

3 units

Survey of Chicano-Latino classic and popular literature. Reading and critical analysis of novels, short stories, poetry, and plays. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CLS 27B - Advanced Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

CHIN 1 - Beginning Chinese

5 units

CHIN 2 - High-Beginning Chinese

5 units

COMM 12 - Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation

3 units

An introduction to performance studies: analysis, appreciation, and application of theories of interpretive performance of various forms of literature including poetry, prose, and drama. (A, CSU, UC)

CLS 17A - Beginning Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

DANCE 20A - Beginning Modern Dance Composition

3 units

DANCE 20B - Intermediate Modern Dance Composition

3 units

DANCE 27B - Advanced Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units

DANCE 30 - Dance Appreciation

3 units

This course is a survey of dance as a historical form of cultural and theatrical expression. Emphasis on the growth of ballet, modern and jazz dance from their origins to the current trends in the United States will be studied. Dance 30 does not meet the Physical Education requirement. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 1B - Introduction to the Study of Literature

3 units

Introduction of written works from major genres to develop close reading and analytical writing skills, promote appreciation and critical understanding of the diverse cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 12 - The Bible as Literature

3 units

Survey of the Bible, Old and New Testaments, to develop close reading and analytical writing skills, promote appreciation and critical understanding of the diverse cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 14 - Folklore

3 units

Survey of folklore in literature, film, and the visual arts from around the world to develop close reading and analytical writing skills, promote appreciation and critical understanding of the diverse cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 15A - Creative Writing: Poetry

3 units

Introduction to the craft of poetry through the study and analysis of the works of established and peer writers. Students will practice writing in various genres and will be introduced to the workshop method. (A, CSU, UC)

ENGL 15B - Creative Writing: Fiction

3 units

Introduction to the craft of fiction through the study and analysis of the works of established and peer writers. Students will practice writing in various fiction genres and will be introduced to the workshop method. (A, CSU, UC)

ENGL 15C - Creative Writing: Playwriting

3 units

Analysis and writing of plays for critical review. (A, CSU, UC)

ENGL 15D - Creative Writing: Creative Nonfiction

3 units

Introduction to the craft of creative nonfiction including experimental nonfiction, literary journalism, memoir, essay, and other forms, through the study and analysis of the works of established and peer writers. Students will practice writing in various genres and will be introduced to the workshop method. (A, CSU, UC)

ENGL 17 - African-American Literature

3 units

ENGL 20 - Asian American Literature

3 units

Survey of written works from Asian American classic and contemporary literature. Develop close reading and analytical writing skills, promote appreciation and critical understanding of the diverse cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature. (A, CSU, UC)

ENGL 36 - Women's Literature

3 units

Survey of literature by women in fiction, drama, poetry, biography, and essay. Covers multicultural and international literature from classical to contemporary periods, in addition to feminist and gender theory, to develop close reading and analytical writing skills, promote appreciation and critical understanding of the diverse cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 40 - Themes in Literature

3 units

Survey of written works for themes, authors, or genres through close readings, contextual approaches, interpretations, critical evaluations, to promote appreciation and critical understanding of the diverse cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature. The topic of the course will vary with the instructor, for example, “Rites of Passage in the American Consciousness,” “The Detective as Hero”; Emily Dickinson, Carlos Fuentes; Popular Literature, Science Fiction, etc. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 42 - Classic Myths

3 units

Introduction to basic mythic themes in literature, film, and the visual arts and their ultimate form and continued presence in the arts. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 44A - Survey of World Literature to the Mid-Seventeenth Century

3 units

This course is a comparative study of selected works, in translation and in English, of literature from around the world, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, the Americas, and other areas, from antiquity to the early to mid-seventeenth century. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 44B - Survey of World Literature from Mid-Seventeenth Century to 1950

3 units

This course is a comparative study of selected works, in translation and in English, of literature from around the world, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, the Americas, and other areas, from the mid-seventeenth century period to 1950. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 45 - Contemporary World Literature

3 units

ENGL 46A - English Literature to 1800

3 units

Survey of British and Irish fiction, poetry, and drama from the earliest writings through 1800 to develop close reading and analytical writing skills, promote appreciation and critical understanding of the diverse cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 46B - English Literature from 1800 to the Present

3 units

Survey of British and Irish fiction, poetry, and drama from the Romantic, Victorian, and Contemporary periods to develop close reading and analytical writing skills, promote appreciation and critical understanding of the diverse cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 47 - Introduction to Shakespeare

3 units

An introduction to the plays and poetry of William Shakespeare. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 44A - Survey of World Literature to the Mid-Seventeenth Century

3 units

ENGL 48B - Introduction to American Literature 1865 to the Present

3 units

Survey of short stories, novels, poetry, essays, and plays from American writers from 1865 to the present in order to develop close reading and analytical writing skills, promote appreciation and critical understanding of the diverse cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FILM 1 - Introduction to Media Aesthetics and Cinematic Arts

3 units

This course introduces the close analysis of film and television texts. Examines the broad questions of form and content, aesthetics and meaning, and history and culture. Explores the diverse possibilities presented by the cinematic art form through an examination of a wide variety of productions, national cinemas, and film movements. Topics include modes of production, narrative and non-narrative forms, visual design, editing, sound, genre, ideology and critical analysis. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FILM 2A - History of Cinema 1895-1960

3 units

This course offers a survey of international film history from the invention of cinema in the 1890s to 1960, including the development of narrative, documentary, and avant-garde film of the period; the aesthetic, technological, economic, and social factors that shaped this medium; and its impact on diverse societies and cultural values. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FILM 2B - History of Cinema 1960-Present

3 units

This course offers a survey of international film history from 1960 to the present, including the development of narrative, documentary, and avant-garde film of the period; the aesthetic, technological, economic, and social factors that shape this medium; and its impact on diverse societies and cultural values. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FILM 3 - Film and Culture

3 units

This course focuses on the relationship between moving images and culture, including the images of race, ethnicity, class, and gender in film; the ways in which ideologies are conveyed through popular movies, and the technological, industrial, and aesthetic factors affecting screen content. Lectures, discussions, and readings are supplemented by screenings of representative films. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FILM 5A - Beginning Single Camera Production

3 units

This course provides an introduction to single-camera video production, including production and aesthetic theories, terminology, and operation of field equipment. Topics covered will include composition and editing techniques, camera operation, field lighting, audio recording, and basic editing. This course focuses on the planning and execution of preproduction, production, and postproduction working as a cohesive production crew. (A, CSU, UC)

FILM 5B - Beginning Motion Picture Production

3 units

This course provides an introduction to the basic theory, terminology, and practice of motion picture production as applied in feature films, and films made for television and internet through developed skill sets, and teamwork in pre-production, production, and post-production processes. (A, CSU, UC)

FILM 6 - Film Genres

3 units

This course provides a clear context for appreciating the fundamental components of film as art and as social expression. It Investigates the origins, evolution, and transformations of various film genres such as film noir, the Western, science-fiction, the musical, horror, war, or the crime film. The course covers the formal and thematic conventions of each genre and the genre as a reflection of the social environments that produced them. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FILM 8 - Women and Film

3 units

This course examines the intersections of gender, race, class, and sexuality in American and/or international film using critical and historical perspectives. Surveys the economic, historical, and social influences upon these representations from early cinema to the present, focusing on both images of women onscreen and influences of women behind the scenes. Analyzes women's filmmaking, images of masculinity, the male gaze, and various "screen sexualities" and other representations of women. Introduces a variety of film theories and analytical perspectives. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FILM 9 - Film Directors and Auteur Theory

3 units

This course provides a focused study on the careers of selected film directors, and examines their body of work in artistic, social, historical, industrial, and influential terms. Examines recurring genres, themes, motifs, ideologies, techniques, and aesthetic choices that define various directors' signature visual and narrative styles. (A, CSU, UC)

FILM 70 - Documentary Production

3 units

This course offers a comprehensive overview of all aspects of production under digital documentary filmmaking from script concept to finished project, centering on basic theory and its application. Critical survey of key historical and contemporary documentary films and practical application of documentary concepts through group and individual film production exercises. (A, CSU, UC)

FRENCH 1 - Beginning French

5 units

This introductory course teaches beginning language acquisition in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading and writing. The students will interact with authentic language in a cultural context. This course is designed for students who have no knowledge of French. (A, CSU, UC)

FRENCH 2 - High-Beginning French

5 units

FRENCH 3 - Intermediate French

5 units

This course teaches culture and facilitates language acquisition through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will continue to interact with authentic language in context. Content is expanded beyond “survival” needs of the immediate environment in order to express personal meaning and to apply different strategies and techniques to go beyond casual conversation and express opinions, make suggestions on familiar topics, as well as some abstract issues and plans. Students demonstrate an increased awareness of cultural norms, values, and culturally relevant appropriate customs and events. Accuracy becomes quite high for high frequency structures and vocabulary, but more complex discourse is still developing and requires a somewhat sympathetic listener or reader. Students will demonstrate the ability to think critically by analyzing linguistic structures and reflecting on and making cross-cultural comparisons. This course will be taught in French. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

GERMAN 1 - Beginning German

5 units

This introductory course teaches beginning language acquisition in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading and writing. The students will interact with authentic language in a cultural context. This course is designed for students who have no knowledge of German. (A, CSU, UC)

GERMAN 2 - High-Beginning German

5 units

GRC 39A - Introduction to Graphic Design

3 units

This course deals with the principles and methods of graphic communication. Projects incorporate symbols and typography into visual design, exploring interrelationships between formal elements and symbolic content. (A, CSU, UC)

GRC 40A - Intermediate Graphic Design

3 units

This course deals with advanced principles and methods of graphic communication. Projects incorporate symbols and typography into visual design, exploring interrelationships between the formal elements and symbolic content. (A, CSU, UC)

HMONG 1 - Beginning Hmong

5 units

HMONG 2 - High-Beginning Hmong

5 units

HUMAN 10 - Classical Humanities

3 units

An integrated study of the art, music, literature, philosophy, and drama of human civilization from the Greeks through the Renaissance. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HUMAN 11 - Modern Humanities

3 units

An integrated study of the art, music, literature, philosophy, and drama of human civilization from the seventeenth century to the present. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HUMAN 42 - Classic Myths

3 units

Introduction to basic mythic themes in literature, film, and the visual arts and their ultimate form and continued presence in the arts. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

JAPAN 1 - Beginning Japanese

5 units

This introductory course teaches beginning language acquisition in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading and writing. The students will interact with authentic language in a cultural context. This course is designed for students who have no knowledge of Japanese. (A, CSU, UC)

JAPAN 2 - High-Beginning Japanese

5 units

JOURN 1 - Introduction to Mass Communication

3 units

A survey of major mass mediums and their influence on the artistic and cultural expression of contemporary society. From books through the internet, and from pop culture to advertising, public relations, media law and ethics, a close examination of the historical and technological developments that have shaped the structures and practices of mass media as well as emerging trends in mass communication, audiences, and technologies. Students learn analytical skills to help become critical consumers/developers of media. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

JOURN 16 - Race, Gender and the Media

3 units

A critical examination of the role of media in enabling, facilitating, or challenging the social construction of race and gender in our society. Using a variety of entertainment and news content in print, electronic, and the internet, an appreciation and evaluation of how the media influence everyday notion of race and gender and review the historical roles news and entertainment media have played in creating awareness about the experiences of minoritized communities. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

LING 10 - Introduction to Language

3 units

Examination of the nature of language, its historical development, its structural elements, and the stages of language acquisition. Emphasis on systematic linguistic description of language knowledge and usage. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

LING 11 - Introduction to Language for Educators

3 units

Examination of the nature, history, development, and acquisition of language and its structural elements. Emphasis on how language is used and learned. Contrastive analysis of English with other commonly spoken languages in the area. Special focus on the relationship between linguistic structure and the development of reading and writing. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 3 - Music Fundamentals

3 units

Fundamental theory of music: pitch, rhythm, meters, scales, keys, key signatures, intervals, rhythm, and scale dictation. Designed for the general student, the music major with limited music theory experience, the commercial music student, and the classroom teacher. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MUS 5 - Computer Music Production

3 units

Use of MIDI, synthesizers, drum machines, computers, sequencing, sound design, and digital audio workstation software to compose, edit, record, mix and master music. Students will create and compose original music and personal arrangements in styles reflecting modern production techniques. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 12 - Music Appreciation

3 units

Middle Ages through the 21st century. Concert attendance required. Designed for the general student. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MUS 13 - History of Music

3 units

Music of western civilization from ancient to the present; emphasis on listening. Designed for the music major and the general student with a music background. Outside listening and concert attendance required. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MUS 15 - Global Music Appreciation

3 units

An exploration of global cultures through music. Students discover the characteristics and social contexts of indigenous, historical, and popular music from cultures including African, American Indian, Central Asian, Latin American, Pacific Island, and South Asian/Indian. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MUS 16 - Jazz History and Appreciation

3 units

Vocal and instrumental jazz music from the 1890’s through the present. Concert attendance required. Designed for the general student and commercial music student. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MUS 17 - History of Rock

3 units

This course examines the music of the most important rock artists and groups from the 1950s through the present. The sociological, economic and cultural factors that shaped rock music, as well as the music’s influence on popular culture, will also be covered. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

MUS 20 - Beginning Piano: Level I

2 units

Fundamentals, theory, and terminology; elementary piano techniques, scales, and keyboard harmony; easy compositions drawn from the repertoire of varying historical periods of classical music and different world cultures. Designed for the general student and the classroom teacher. Not intended for students who have had previous piano instructions. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 21 - Beginning Piano: Level II

2 units

Progressively advancing solo and ensemble work. Baroque, classic, romantic, 20th century literature and world music literature as appropriate to the students development level. Artistic self-expression will be developed through fingering, harmonizing melodies, sight-reading, and duets. Designed for the general student and the classroom teacher. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 24 - Beginning Voice: Level I

2 units

Beginning vocal concepts, technique and music fundamentals, using entry level literature ranging from diverse world cultures and historical periods through folk, musical theatre, and art songs. Designed for the student with little or no formal vocal training. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 25 - Beginning Voice: Level II

2 units

Progressively advancing solo and small ensemble work; Baroque, classic, romantic, 20th century literature and world music literature as appropriate to the students' development level. Artistic self-expression will be developed through tone production and interpretation. Designed for both music majors and non music majors. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 27 - Beginning Guitar: Level I

2 units

Classical and popular guitar playing styles, techniques, rhythms, theory, and note reading. Music from a variety of historical periods and cultures. Designed for the general student and classroom teacher. Not intended for guitarists who read music. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 28 - Beginning Guitar: Level II

2 units

Continuation and expansion of knowledge and techniques learned in Music 27. Classical, popular, and world music studied and performed. Artistic self-expression developed through scales, exercises, and repertoire with extended range, varied rhythms, and with multiple lines. Designed for the serious student of guitar. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 30 - College Choir

1-2 units

Study and performance of choral music for large ensemble. Repertoire is drawn from a variety of historical periods of classical music and different world cultures. Concert, festival, and tour participation required. Students working toward the Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer (AA-T) are advised to enroll in 1 unit only. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 35 - City Singers

1-2 units

Study and performance of advanced-level choral music for large ensemble. Repertoire is drawn from a variety of historical periods of classical music and different world cultures. Concert, festival and tour participation required. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 40 - Concert Band

1-2 units

Modern literature with an emphasis on compositions of composers from the 20th and 21st century will be performed and studied. Interpretation of a variety of band music drawn from various historical periods of classical music and different world cultures with awareness of self-expression. Performances will be held at approved on campus events, including off-campus festivals and competitions. Participation in all performances required. Students working toward the Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer (AA-T) are advised to enroll in 1 unit only. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 41 - Jazz Ensemble

1-2 units

Study and performances of a broad range of jazz ensemble literature. Repertoire from varying historical periods of jazz music and different world cultures. Participation in concerts and jazz festivals required. Students working toward the Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer (AA-T) are advised to enroll in 1 unit only. (A, CSU, UC)

MUS 46 - Symphony Orchestra

1-2 units

Study and performance of orchestral literature of all eras. Repertoire from varying historical periods of classical music and different world cultures. Combines college students and community members. Participation in all performances is required (two or three each semester). Performances will be held at approved on campus events, including off-campus festivals and competitions. Students working toward the Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer (AA-T) are advised to enroll in 1 unit only. (A, CSU, UC)

PHIL 1A - Theories of Knowledge and Reality

3 units

This course explores some of the deepest questions about human life. What does it mean to be human? How can God coexist with evil? What is the evidence for God’s existence anyway? Do we have free will or are our thoughts and actions determined by forces outside our control? What is your mind? Is it nothing more than activity in your brain, or is your mind a soul? What is a soul, and are there good reasons to think souls are real? What is knowledge, why is it valuable, and how can you tell when you have it? Can we know anything with certainty, and does that matter? This class will provide an opportunity to explore these and similar questions, in conversation with texts from some of the greatest minds in human history. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PHIL 1AH - Honors Theories of Knowledge and Reality

3 units

PHIL 1B - Social and Political Philosophy

3 units

Western political theory is grounded in philosophy. This class introduces Western political theory as it was first formulated by ancient philosophers like Plato and Aristotle; as it was expanded by philosophers such as Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Mill; as it was modernized by philosophers like Rawls and Nozick; and as it has been criticized by philosophers such as Charles Mills, Gloria Anzaldua, and other contemporary theorists. The class engages in examination of theoretical approaches to politics, of fundamental problems that arise in political contexts, and of proposed solutions to those problems. Students will analyze the relevance of political theory to contemporary political problems. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PHIL 1C - Ethics

3 units

This course examines the concepts of morality and values, representative ethical theories, and their applications to contemporary moral problems. Ethical theories covered may include the good life, moral relativism, deontology, utilitarianism, virtue ethics, and feminist and social justice approaches to ethics. Contemporary moral problems may include abortion, environmental ethics, racial and gender justice, euthanasia/assisted suicide, etc. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PHIL 1CH - Honors Ethics

3 units

PHIL 3A - Ancient Philosophy

3 units

This course is an introduction to ancient philosophy with an emphasis on Greek thought from the Pre-Socratic philosophers to Aristotle. Students will examine early explanations about the origins of the universe, the nature of the universe, as well as early theories about knowledge and human nature. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PHIL 3B - Modern Philosophy

3 units

This course examines 16th through 18th century philosophy, with an emphasis on broad epistemological and/or metaphysical developments of empiricism and rationalism in philosophical thought from Descartes to Kant and may include approximate precursors and successors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PHOTO 5 - Introduction to Photography

3 units

This non-lab, beginning photography course introduces the basic principles, practices, and aesthetics of image making using digital cameras. Survey of photography's historical and contemporary role in our multicultural society. Emphasis on: using the camera, light, and visual language for expressing ideas photographically. Students must provide their own basic camera. (A, CSU, UC)

PHOTO 6 - Digital Imaging Fundamentals

3 units

In this beginner-friendly photography course, the fundamentals of creating images with digital cameras will be explored. The significance of photography in our diverse society and its evolution over time will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on essential skills such as operating a digital camera manually, understanding light, and using visual elements to convey messages through photos. The focus is on expressing ideas creatively through photography. (A, CSU, UC)

PHOTO 15 - Photography and Visual Literacy

3 units

This course explores the visual grammar and aesthetics of photography, highlighting its role as a universal communication and expression tool. Students will learn about photography's impact on arts and social history, develop visual literacy, and examine how images influence culture. The course covers methods for analyzing and critiquing photos using photographic and critical theory. Emphasizing writing and image creation, students will also learn to critically analyze images and conduct research. (A, CSU, UC)

PHOTO 17 - Classic Black and White Photography

3 units

In this class, students will explore the theories and practices of traditional 35mm and 4x5 black and white film photography. They'll learn how to use manual camera controls and accessories creatively, develop film, print photos, and present them professionally. Additionally, the legal and ethical aspects of photography will be discussed. Throughout the course, students will work on projects that focus on making photos aesthetically pleasing and solving photographic challenges using class information. (A, CSU, UC)

PHOTO 18 - Advanced Black and White Photography

3 units

In this advanced black-and-white photography course, students will explore different ways of capturing reality through both film and digital black-and-white photography. They'll also get hands-on experience using Adobe Photoshop and other software for various projects. Throughout the course, there's a strong focus on students developing their unique vision, understanding the language of photography, and mastering the techniques needed to create stunning black-and-white prints. (A, CSU, UC)

PHOTO 32 - Commercial Portraiture

3 units

In this course, students will explore studio and environmental commercial portraiture. There will be a focus on understanding different styles and the psychology behind body language, lighting, composition, and facial expression in portraits. Throughout the course, students will photograph various subjects, including individuals, couples, and groups. (A, CSU)

PORT 1 - Beginning Portuguese

5 units

This introductory course teaches beginning language acquisition in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading and writing. The students will interact with authentic language in a cultural context. This course is designed for students who have no knowledge of Portuguese. (A, CSU, UC)

PORT 2 - High-Beginning Portuguese

5 units

PUNJABI 1 - Beginning Punjabi

5 units

This course is an introduction to the language and cultures of the Punjabi-speaking countries and communities. Basic speaking, listening, reading and writing of Punjabi will be introduced and practiced within a cultural framework. The course is designed for students who have no prior knowledge of Punjabi and is the equivalent to two years of high school Punjabi. (A, CSU, UC)

PUNJABI 2 - High-Beginning Punjabi

5 units

This is a second-semester course in conversational and written Punjabi. Students will develop grammatical structures, expand their vocabulary, and further develop the language in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will acquire a knowledge and an appreciation of the geography, culture, and people of regions where Punjabi is spoken and of Punjabi speakers' contributions to North American and world-wide culture. (A, CSU, UC)

SPAN 1 - Beginning Spanish

5 units

This introductory course teaches beginning language acquisition in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading and writing. The students will interact with authentic language in a cultural context. This course is not recommended for students who understand and/or speak Spanish at home. This course is not open to students qualified for or with credit in Spanish 2NS, 3NS, or 4NS. (A, CSU, UC)

SPAN 2 - High-Beginning Spanish

5 units

This course continues to teach language acquisition in a cultural context through listening, speaking, reading and writing at the second semester level. The students will continue to interact with authentic language in a cultural context. This course is not recommended for students who understand and/or speak Spanish at home. This course is not open to students qualified for or with credit in Spanish 3NS or 4NS. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SPAN 2NS - Preparatory Spanish for Native Speakers

5 units

This course is designed for the student with a basic life experience using the Spanish language. This course focuses on the development of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills and culture in Spanish. It is not open to students with credit in Spanish 2. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SPAN 3 - Intermediate Spanish

5 units

SPAN 3NS - Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers

5 units

This course is designed for heritage speakers of Spanish or other linguistically qualified students. It provides instruction that builds upon the existing reading, writing, speaking and listening skills and the cultural heritage and knowledge of these students. The course will increase awareness of linguistic registers, discuss items beyond the familiar routine and develop an appreciation for Hispanic cultures as manifested in Spanish-speaking countries and in the United States. This course will be conducted entirely in Spanish. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SPAN 4 - High-Intermediate Spanish

5 units

This course continues to expand upon culture and facilitate language acquisition through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will interact with more sophisticated authentic language in context. Content continues to expand in order to express more complex ideas in order to express personal meaning and to apply different strategies and techniques to go beyond casual conversation and express opinions, make suggestions on familiar topics, as well as some abstract issues and plans. Students demonstrate an increased awareness of cultural norms, values, and culturally relevant appropriate customs and events. Accuracy becomes quite high for high frequency structures and vocabulary but more complex discourse is still developing and requires a somewhat sympathetic listener or reader. Students will continue to demonstrate the ability to think critically by analyzing linguistic structures and reflecting on and making cross-cultural comparisons. This course will be taught in Spanish. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SPAN 4NS - High-Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers

5 units

It continues to provide instruction that builds upon the existing reading, writing, speaking and listening skills and the cultural heritage and knowledge of these students. The course will continue to increase awareness of linguistic registers, discuss items beyond the familiar routine and expand upon their appreciation for Hispanic cultures as manifested in Spanish-speaking countries and in the United States. This course will be conducted entirely in Spanish. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SPAN 5 - The Short Story: Mexico, Spain, and the U.S.

4 units

This course reviews a selection of Hispanic short stories, culture, and civilization. It continues with the development of Spanish-language skills in reading, writing, and speaking. Students will read and discuss articles and short stories, view and discuss films, and will present oral and written reports. This course places emphasis on the U.S., Mexico, and Spain. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SPAN 6 - The Short Story: Latin America

4 units

SPAN 7 - Advanced Spanish: Composition and Grammar

4 units

This course offers in-depth development of Spanish written grammar. It is designed for advanced students of Spanish who want to improve their writing skills. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SPAN 41 - Introduction to Poetry in Spanish

4 units

This course introduces metrics, rhyme, and rhythm in Spanish poetry. It covers a selection of poems written from Medieval Spain to contemporary Spain and Latin America. Students will analyze poems through close readings of the texts and in connection to their respective historical and cultural contexts. The focus will be on techniques of reading, methods of analysis and the particularities of the poems read. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

TA 12 - Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation

3 units

An introduction to performance studies; analysis, appreciation, and application of theories of interpretive performance of various forms of literature including poetry, prose, and drama. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 23 - Technical Theatre Practicum

3 units

Application of production responsibilities in one or more of the following areas: stage management, house management, construction, scenery, properties, costumes, lighting, sound, and running crew. Students will serve on the crew for a department or community production, requiring some night and weekend hours. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 25 - Stagecraft

3 units

This course is an introduction to technical theatre and the creation of scenic elements. Topics include basic introduction to design, construction, set movement, props, backstage organization, stage management, lighting equipment, and sound. Discussion of career possibilities. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 27 - Introduction to Lighting Design

3 units

Designed to acquaint the student with the art and practice of lighting design for the theatre, this course will include lighting equipment and control, script analysis, design methodologies, drafting, cueing, additive and subtractive color theory, lighting for dance, musicals and alternate theatre. Assignments include theoretical and realized lighting designs for theatre or dance productions. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 27A - Introduction to Scenic Design - Theatre and Film

3 units

Introduction to Scene Design is a discussion and project-based course which studies the skills, techniques, communication and collaboration, thought process, and presentation that goes into designing scenery for the stage at an introductory level. The course will examine the work of prominent scenic designers and their relevant works as well as looking at other types of careers that a scenic design background can nurture. Students will be challenged to conceptualize, develop, and curate the "world of the play" through their own thoughtful analysis and interpretation of the script. Research, rendering, drafting, model building, storyboarding, and presentation skills will be explored through the various projects. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 28 - Introduction to Stage Makeup

3 units

Introduction to methods of designing and applying makeup for theatrical use. Instruction and practice in a lecture/laboratory setting. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 30 - Theatre Appreciation

3 units

This course surveys the art of theatre. Students will learn about the process of creating theatre through study of the production process and the many artists who participate in the creation of theatre. Through videos and attendance at live theatre, students will also learn the various forms of theatre, such as tragedy and comedy and various modes of presentation, both presentational and representational. Students will also be introduced to theatre's historical roots and its diversity as expressed in various cultures throughout the globe. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

TA 31 - Theatre History and Dramatic Literature I

3 units

Survey of the Theatre history and dramatic literature of Western culture from Ancient Greeks through 18th Century. The history and development of theatre and drama are studied in relationship to cultural, political, and social conditions of the time. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

TA 32 - Theatre History and Dramatic Literature II

3 units

Survey of the theatre history and dramatic literature of Western culture from 19th century to the present. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

TA 35 - Costume Crafts

3 units

Techniques of theory and application of costume crafts for the stage, including use of equipment, fabrics and materials appropriate to costume accessory and craft making, and preparation of appropriate accessories. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 36 - Costume Design

3 units

Introduction to the creation of costumes for the stage. The study of costume history, design and basic construction techniques. Fabrics and their various uses will be investigated. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 38 - Script Analysis

3 units

Principles, theories and techniques of play script analysis for theatrical production. This course explores an in-depth methodology of reading, analyzing and understanding play scripts in a variety of genres and styles intended for production. Investigating techniques used to determine how to read a play for its structure, scrutinizing the playwright's methods of creating theatre through plot, character and imagery, and understanding what scripts "mean" to the professional theatre artist and theatre-goer as distinct from other forms of literature. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 41 - Beginning Acting

3 units

Apply basic acting theory to performance and develop the skills of interpretation of drama through acting. Special attention is paid to skills for performance: memorization, stage movement, vocal production, and interpretation of text. Not open to students enrolled in Theatre Arts 42. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 42 - Beginning Acting for Theatre Majors

3 units

Designed for theatre arts majors and stresses acting technique, character building, scene and monologue performance, and scene analysis from selected plays from Modern Realism. Not open to students currently enrolled in Theatre Arts 41. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 43 - Intermediate Acting

3 units

Improvisation, body movement, character development, techniques to develop voice for the stage, classical and contemporary monologues and scene study with class performance. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 44A - Actors Workshop

3 units

Skill development for actors with intermediate acting experience. Explores elements of performance styles, scene work of classical and contemporary materials, and auditioning techniques. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 44B - Actors Workshop 2

3 units

Skill development for actors with advanced acting experience. Explores elements of performance styles, scene work of classical and contemporary materials, and auditioning techniques. Memorization skills required. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 46 - Voice for the Actor

3 units

Principals of the use of voice and speech for stage performance including Standard American Speech (IPA), diaphragmatic breath control, relaxation techniques, enunciation, articulation, projection, vocal characterization, vocal energy, imagination, and visualization in creating artistic and authentic self-expression. (A, CSU, UC)

TA 49 - Introduction to Theatre Design

2 units

A survey of scenery, sound, costumes, makeup, properties, theatrical equipment and construction techniques through demonstration, and laboratory experience. Information is application to all formal theatrical applications. Through demonstration and laboratory experiences, students gain an understanding of the organization of theatre (technical personnel) as well as an appreciation for theatrical design. (A, CSU, UC)

WSTS 36 - Women's Literature

3 units

FCC GE AREA 4 - Social & Behavioral Sciences

AFRAM 2 - African American Cultural Adaptation

3 units

This course provides a chronological in-depth examination of how the systems and social institutions of the United States of America have influenced and impacted the lives of African Americans and their communities from the Colonial Era through the first decade of the 21st Century. This course will examine and analyze cultural norms and value systems retained from traditional African societies that were adapted for survival in the United States; evaluate and analyze the impact of the Great Migration from 1865 through 1975, compare and contrast the social political and economic bases of the Reform Movement, Civil Rights Movement, and Pan African Liberation Movement, and evaluate and interpret how the underlying economic, political, and ethnocentric issues of racism in the United States have impacted African American communities and social institutions from Reconstruction to the election of President Barack Obama. (A, CSU, UC)

AFRAM 4 - Classical African Societies

3 units

This course provides an in-depth analysis of African Civilization from its earliest origins through the European Colonial period that includes geographical and topographical survey of the African continent, examination of the traditional African cultural traits represented in cultures and societies throughout the African continent, and evaluation and analysis of contact between African and Non-African societies during Arab and European Colonial eras. Topics covered in this course will include ancient African societies; classical African civilizations along the Nile River Complex; African cultural institutions including: religion, law, art, science, education, social obligations, and the centrality of the family unit; and the consequences of the subordination of African people throughout the world at the beginning of the European Colonial era. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

AFRAM 5 - The African Diaspora of the Americas

3 units

This course provides an in-depth analysis of the disbursement of African people throughout the world through European Colonialism and African enslavement through the analysis of the importance of African enslavement to racism and capitalism in the United States of America; examine the legacy of African resistance to enslavement and racial oppression; identify the historical contributions of Africans to the Americas and the Caribbean; and, finally, compare and contrast the creative production process of African Americans during the 20th Century. (A, CSU, UC)

AFRAM 34 - History of the American Civil Rights Movement

3 units

History of the struggle for civil and human rights in American history, focusing on the African American movement. Legal, moral, ethical, religious and humanistic foundations of the Movement. Forms of discrimination, segregation and oppression and various forms of resistance to them. Efforts to protect human and civil rights in the United States. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

AFRAM 41 - African-American Women's Studies

3 units

This course analyzes the social, political, and cultural history of African American women in US society from an interdisciplinary perspective through lectures, discussions, films and other collaborative activities. This course will analyze the complex ways that ethnicity, class and gender have shaped African American women’s lives and the strategies they have used to empower themselves and their communities within and in comparison to structures of white supremacy and patriarchy and the intersections of socialization, familial relationships, history, art, language, politics, laws, economics, health, psychology, domestic violence, rape, sexuality, and gender. (A, CSU, UC)

AMIND 32 - American Indian History

3 units

The history of the American Indian nations from antiquity to the mid-20th century, with an emphasis on pre-Columbian life, the European invading nations, settler-colonial policy, and federal-Indian relations in the United States. (A, CSU, UC)

AMIND 34 - The American Indian in Contemporary Society

3 units

American Indian in North America after the Second World War to the present; emphasis on current events and legislation; issues involving the inherent sovereignty of American Indian nations, civil rights, cultural preservation, and place in modern global society. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ANTHRO 1 - Biological Anthropology

3 units

This course explores concepts, methods of inquiry, and scientific explanations for biological evolution and its application to the human species. Topics include: genetics, evolutionary theory, human variation and biocultural adaptations, comparative primate anatomy and behavior, and the fossil evidence for human evolution. The scientific method serves as the foundation of the course. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ANTHRO 2 - Cultural Anthropology

3 units

This course explores how anthropologists study and compare human cultures. Cultural anthropologists seek to understand the diversity of human experience, focusing on a set of central issues: how people around the world make their living (subsistence patterns); how they organize themselves socially, politically and economically; how they communicate; how they relate to each other through marriage, family and kinship ties; what they believe about the world (religion and belief systems); how they express themselves creatively (the arts and expressive culture); how they make distinctions among themselves; how they have shaped and been shaped by the past; and how they navigate culture change and processes of globalization. Ethnographic case studies highlight these similarities and differences, and introduce students to how anthropologists do their work, employ professional anthropological research ethics and apply their perspectives and skills to understand humans around the globe. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ANTHRO 2H - Honors Cultural Anthropology

3 units

This course is an enhanced exploration of how anthropologists study and compare human culture. Cultural anthropologists seek to understand the diversity of human experience, focusing on a set of central issues: how people around the world make their living (subsistence patterns); how they organize themselves socially, politically and economically; how they communicate; how they relate to each other through marriage, family and kinship ties; what they believe about the world (religion and belief systems); how they express themselves creatively (the arts and expressive culture); how they make distinctions among themselves; how they have shaped and been shaped by the past; and how they navigate culture change and processes of globalization. Ethnographic case studies highlight these similarities and differences, and introduce students to how anthropologists do their work, employ professional anthropological research ethics and apply their perspectives and skills to understand humans around the globe. The Honors section of this course places greater emphasis on various anthropological theories and data-gathering methods, as well as historical and contemporary debates within the discipline of anthropology. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ANTHRO 3 - Archaeology and World Prehistory

3 units

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the physical and cultural evolution of the human species, tracing its development from the earliest manifestations of "humanness" to the emergence and growth of civilization. Looking at the archaeological record is the methodology of the course. The curriculum encompasses a brief introductory overview of the methodologies employed in archaeology, highlighting the interdisciplinary character inherent in modern archaeological research. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ANTHRO 4 - Introduction to Archaeology

3 units

This course serves as an introduction to the examination of concepts, theories, data, and models within the field of archaeology, aiming to enhance understanding of the human past. It encompasses discussions on the characteristics of scientific inquiry, delves into the historical context and interdisciplinary facets inherent in modern archaeological research. The curriculum covers various aspects such as dating techniques, survey methods, excavation procedures, analytical approaches, and interpretation methodologies, incorporating selected cultural sequences for a comprehensive exploration. Additionally, the course addresses cultural resource management and emphasizes the importance of professional ethics. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ANTHRO 12 - Visual Anthropology: Introduction to Ethnographic Film

3 units

This course is an introduction to the use of film by anthropologists as a research and educational tool. Films depicting different cultures from around the world are viewed and evaluated. Various attributes of ethnographic film are examined. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ANTHRO 13 - Anthropology of Religion, Magic, Witchcraft, and Healing

3 units

This course explores religious beliefs and practices using the anthropological perspective. Students will learn the various ways religion is lived and practiced in diverse cultures, the relationship between religious behavior and other domains of culture, and the role of religious beliefs in human experiences of health and healing. Anthropological theories of religion will be covered using specific forms, functions, and expressions of belief systems and ritual within their cultural contexts. With an emphasis on small-scale societies and communities, this course uses local perspectives as well as cross-cultural understandings to explore the variations of religious rituals and beliefs, immeasurable beings and powers, sacred stories and symbols, religious roles and practitioners, religious healing and medical systems, concepts of the body, birth, death, and religious change. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ANTHRO 28 - Ancient Mexico

3 units

A survey of history, geography, socio-political, religious systems, and cultural achievements of Mesoamerican civilizations such as the Olmec, Zapotec, Teotihuacano, Mayan, Toltec, and Aztec/Mexican. (A, CSU, UC)

ASAMER 1 - Southeast Asian Americans (Peoples of Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam)

3 units

Examine the histories, cultures, migration, and U.S. settlement patterns of diverse peoples from Southeast Asia. These people include the Vietnamese, Cambodian, Lao, Khmu, Mien, and the Hmong. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASAMER 8 - Chinese Culture

3 units

ASAMER 10 - Hmong Culture

3 units

Explore historical and cultural background of Hmong people who have migrated into the United States of America. Examine their cultural identity, acculturation process, clan system, family dynamics, influential factors that shape their culture, and successes in America. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

BA 20 - Law and the Legal System

3 units

What every educated citizen should know about law as a social process and about American law and legal institutions. The historical origins of law as well as the role law plays in modern western and non-western societies. Institutional sources of law; legal reasoning; judicial decision making and remedies; an overview of the civil and criminal litigation process; administrative law and procedure; alternative dispute resolution mechanisms; ethics and the legal system. (A, CSU, UC)

CHDEV 5 - Parent Education

3 units

This course is an introduction to the skills needed for effective parenting and the importance of nurturing young children. This course will also address the developmental needs of children and the use of effective communication skills, positive discipline strategies and effective use of discipline; and family structure and function. (A, CSU)

CHDEV 39 - Child Growth and Development

3 units

This course examines the progression of development in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains and identifies developmental milestones for children from conception through adolescence. An emphasis will be on the interactions between biological processes and environmental factors. Students will observe children of varying ages to evaluate individual differences and analyze characteristics of development at various stages according to developmental theories. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CLS 13 - Politics and the Chicano-Latino Community

3 units

An examination of Chicano-Latino political issues, interaction with governmental and political structures, legislation, political parties, pressure groups, political socialization, and political change. In-depth discussion of the Chicano Movement and Chicano-Latino political organizations. (A, CSU, UC)

CLS 14 - Sociology of the Mexican American Community

3 units

A sociological examination of the Chicano and Latino in American society: this course examines family, religion, education, race and racialization, social class, gender, and political and social institutions. An emphasis is placed on social problems, social issues, and social change relevant to the Chicano-Latino community. (A, CSU, UC)

CLS 28 - Ancient Mexico

3 units

CLS 29 - History Of Mexico, Colonial to Contemporary Period

3 units

A social, economic, and political survey of Mexican history from the colonial (1521) to the contemporary period. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CRIM 5 - Community Relations

3 units

Relationship between our communities and the justice system in addressing crime and conflict; challenges and potential for administering criminal justice within a multicultural society with conflicting values in culture, religion, and law. (A, CSU, UC)

ECON 25 - Introduction to Economics

3 units

Introduction to Economics provides an introduction to market economies and contemporary economic issues through a survey of microeconomic and macroeconomic concepts. Topics include supply and demand, gains from specialization and trade, the role of government in the economy, market failures, measuring the macroeconomy, economic policy, and economic growth. This course is not designed for students majoring in Business or Economics. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ECON 40 - Introduction to Microeconomics

3 units

Introduction to Microeconomics provides an introductory analysis focusing on the economic choices of households, businesses, and the government. Topics include supply and demand, market equilibrium, elasticity, gains from specialization and trade, consumer and producer welfare, production costs, market structures, factor markets and market failure. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ECON 40H - Honors Introduction to Microeconomics

3 units

Honors Introduction to Microeconomics provides an introductory analysis focusing on the economic choices of households, businesses, and the government. Topics include: supply and demand, market equilibrium, elasticity, gains from trade, consumer and producer welfare, production costs, market structures, factor markets and market failure. Honors sections will discuss and analyze contemporary economic society in a historical context. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ECON 50 - Introduction to Macroeconomics

3 units

Introduction to Macroeconomics provides an introductory analysis of the economy as a whole. Topics include market-based economic systems, measurements of economic activity, macroeconomic equilibrium, money and financial institutions, monetary and fiscal policy, international economics and economic growth. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ECON 50H - Honors Introduction to Macroeconomics

3 units

Honors Introduction to Macroeconomics provides an introductory analysis of the economy as a whole. Topics include: market-based economic systems, measurements of economic activity, macroeconomic equilibrium, money and financial institutions, monetary and fiscal policy, international economics and economic growth. Honors sections will discuss and analyze the works of historical economic figures. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ETHNST 11 - Law and Democracy

3 units

Evaluation, debate, and critical analysis of law and legal issues that affect individuals, their families, and communities. Practical and historical aspects of civil, criminal, constitutional, immigration, and consumer law in a diverse society, with an orientation toward civic involvement in the local community. Includes an interdisciplinary exploration of themes such as equality, citizenship, access, and social justice. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

GEOG 2 - Cultural Geography

3 units

This course is a survey of basic concepts, theories, and patterns in human and cultural geography. Emphasis is placed on spatial patterns of culture, the interaction between culture and the physical environment, and cultural change. Specific topics may include reading and interpretation of maps, human impacts on the environment, agriculture and food systems, cultural landscapes, urban geography, geography of religion, gender and sexuality, geopolitics, and globalization. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

GEOG 4A - World Geography

3 units

This course is an introductory survey of world regional geography. Emphasis is placed on cultural, economic, political, and physical characteristics of regions, and the influence of geography on population patterns, use of natural resources, and geopolitical relationships amongst countries. Covers Europe, Russia and the Post-Soviet region, Sub-Saharan Africa, North Africa and Southwest Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and East Asia. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

GEOG 4B - World Geography

3 units

This course is an introductory survey of world regional geography. Emphasis is placed on cultural, economic, political, and physical characteristics of regions, and the influence of geography on population patterns, use of natural resources, and geopolitical relationships amongst countries. Covers North America, the Caribbean, Latin America, Australia and Oceania. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

GEOG 6 - World Regional Geography

3 units

This course is a survey of world regional geography. Emphasis is placed on cultural, economic, political, and physical characteristics of regions, and the influence of geography on population patterns, use of natural resources, and geopolitical relationships amongst countries. This course covers all the following regions: Europe, Russia and the Post-Soviet region, Sub-Saharan Africa, North Africa and Southwest Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia, North America, the Caribbean, Latin America, Australia and Oceania. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

GEOG 20 - Geography of California

3 units

This course covers the physical, human, and regional geography of California. Course content includes geology and geomorphology (landforms), weather and climate, vegetation patterns, water resources, and natural hazards; historical patterns of Native American and Spanish settlement; statehood and 19th century American settlement; and contemporary patterns of population, migration, ethnic diversity, and political and economic geography. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

GLST 1 - Introduction to Global Studies

3 units

Study of the interconnectedness and interdependence of global processes. Review of the complexity of world societies and issues and related policy dilemmas, through an interdisciplinary approach. Special attention paid to political, economic, social, historical, and cultural patterns that mark globalization processes. Included among explored topics are the environment, migration, human rights, peace, conflict, global trade, and economic linkages. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

GLST 2 - Global Issues

3 units

Introduces origins, current status, and future trends of major transnational issues. Focus on global governance and responsibilities. Topics can include population trends, economic development, basic human needs, human rights, international conflict and security, and environmental concerns. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 1 - Western Civilization to 1648

3 units

A survey of the political, social, economic, cultural, and intellectual developments of European civilization from its prehistoric antecedents in the Middle East to the rise of modern European nations in the seventeenth century. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 2 - Western Civilization Since 1648

3 units

Social, economic, political, military, and cultural history of European civilizations, and their relationship with the world, from the 17th century to the present. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 3 - History of Ancient Rome

3 units

The history, politics, social life, literature, art, architecture, religion and archaeology of Rome from the foundation of the city to the early Byzantine period. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 11 - History of the United States to 1877

3 units

Political, social, and economic development from the colonial period through the Reconstruction Era. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 12 - History of the United States since 1877

3 units

Political, social and economic development since Reconstruction Era; the US as a world power. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 12H - Honors History of the United States since 1877

3 units

Political, social and economic development since the Reconstruction Era; the US as a world power. In addition, honors sections offer more in-depth study of modern U.S. history, critically evaluate controversies in historiography, and place greater emphasis on the use of history in understanding the modern world. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 15 - History of the British Isles

3 units

Political, social, economic, and cultural history of the British Isles from pre-history to the present. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 17 - History of the Muslim World to 1405

3 units

An analytical survey of Islamic history from the life of Muhammad to the Ottoman Empire. Discussion of the political and military aspects of Islam, Islamic science and medicine, and mystical movements within Islam. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 18 - History of Ancient Greece

3 units

An intensive survey of Greek history from the Bronze Age to the Hellenistic period. Discussion of the Homeric poems, the development of the polis system in Athens and Sparta, the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and Hellenistic science and technology. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 20 - World History I, to 1600

3 units

Economic, political, and social developments in World Civilization from the emergence of human communities to around 1600. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 21 - United States Civil War

3 units

Causes, events, and consequences of the American Civil War. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 22 - History of American Women

3 units

Social, political, cultural, and economic history of women in American society; employment, domesticity, feminism, struggles for equal rights; racial, ethnic, religious, geographic, and class differences. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 25 - History of Religion in the United States

3 units

Survey of religion in the United States from the colonial period to the present. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 26 - History of American Business, Labor, and Technology

3 units

This course introduces students to the historical development of various forms of business and labor organization, and technological innovation in the United States. Students will focus on the relationship between these developments and the social, political, and economic history of the United States from 1789 to the present. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 29 - History of Mexico, Colonial to Contemporary Period

3 units

A social, economic, and political survey of Mexican history from the colonial (1521) to the contemporary period. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 30 - California History

3 units

Growth and development of California politically, economically and culturally from Spanish colonization to the present, emphasizing the period since statehood. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HIST 34 - History of the American Civil Rights Movement

3 units

HIST 35 - History of East Asia

3 units

This course covers political, social, cultural, intellectual, and economic development in East Asia from prehistory to the present. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HS 10 - Introduction to Aging Studies

3 units

This course presents an overview of social, economic, biological and psychological aspects of aging. Course study includes exploration of challenges and strengths of aging people with emphasis on consumerism, housing, health, leisure time, family roles, retirement, widowhood and sexuality. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HS 20 - Introduction to Social Welfare

3 units

This course is the introduction to the social, economic, political, historical and philosophical components important in the development of the US social welfare system and the social work profession. Instruction maintains an emphasis on the knowledge base, value systems, and specific fields of social work practice. (A, CSU, UC)

POLS C1000 - American Government and Politics

3 units

(A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

POLS C1000H - American Government and Politics - Honors

3 units

(A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

POLS 1 - Modern Politics

3 units

An introduction to political science, designed to familiarize students with basic political concepts, ideologies, systems, and discipline subfields. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

POLS 5 - Comparative Government

3 units

Comparative analysis of different kinds of political systems; their history, political institutions, processes and policies; the environments in which they occur and their consequences. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

POLS 17 - Grassroots Democracy

3 units

This course offers both applied and theoretical training for students of social justice. It is a multidisciplinary exploration of social change and popular democratic action. The course focuses on the meaning and development of political power in modern democracies. Throughout the course, students will explore various topics, including institutional and mass forums for civic engagement, mass recruitment and mobilization, gender and race-sensitive approaches to leadership style, democratic ethics, and strategic and tactical action. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

POLS 24 - International Relations

3 units

How nations manage their relations with other nations, their perceptions of themselves and of each other, and their use of power to achieve their objectives. Issues facing the U.S. and the world community. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

POLS 25 - Model United Nations

3 units

Preparation for simulated United Nations conferences. Focus on international diplomacy through study of member countries and their national policies. Practice on speech, debate, negotiation, and writing techniques. Students will be expected to attend at least two Model United Nations conferences during the semester. (A, CSU)

PSYC 5 - Social Psychology

3 units

This course focuses on the ways in which psychological, biological, situational, cultural, and gender-related influences affect human thinking and behavior. The topics covered in this course include research methods and ethical principles, the self, social perception, social beliefs and judgments, the relationship between attitudes and behavior, principles and methods of persuasion, conformity and obedience, attraction and intimacy, prosocial behavior and altruism, aggression, prejudice and discrimination, and group influences. The course also will focus on how social psychological research and principles can be applied to address contemporary social issues such as climate change, physical and emotional health, the legal system, conflict and conflict resolution. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PSYC 25 - Human Sexuality

3 units

This course explores human sexual attitudes, behaviors and values in contemporary society from a biological, psychological, social, cultural, historical and lifespan perspective. The topics included in this course include research methods used to study sexuality, the sexual anatomy, physiology and reproductive structures of males and females and related health issues, gender identity and gender roles, contraception and abortion, conception, pregnancy and birth, sexual orientation, attraction and love, relationships and communication, sexual response and variations in sexual behavior, sexual dysfunctions, sexually transmitted infections, the causes and consequences of sexual victimization, atypical sexual behavior, and the commercialization of sex. The topics are presented in an explicit and scientific manner. (A, CSU, UC)

PSYC 36 - Biological Psychology

3 units

This course focuses on biological mechanisms that are central to fundamental concepts and issues of psychology. Topics include basic neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and genetics; research methods in biological psychology; the physiological mechanisms underlying sensation, perception, consciousness, sleep, emotion, stress, sexual behavior, hunger, eating, language, learning, memory, neurological disorders, psychopharmacology, and psychological disorders; and the influence of environmental and psychological factors on biology. (A, CSU, UC)

PSYC 39 - Child Growth and Development

3 units

SOC 1A - Introduction to Sociology

3 units

SOC 1AH - Honors Introduction to Sociology

3 units

Basic concepts, theoretical approaches, and methods of sociology. Analysis and explanation of social structure, culture, socialization, the self and social interaction, group dynamics, institutions, deviance, stratification, social change, social problems, and global dynamics. Places a greater emphasis than SOC 1A on methods of conducting scientific research in the field of sociology. Additional emphasis is placed on contemporary social issues as explored through supplemental readings. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SOC 2 - American Minority Groups

3 units

Overview of sociological, institutional, demographic, and social-psychological aspects of ethnicity and race. Examination of non-dominant groups in the United States. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SOC 10 - Introduction to Aging Studies

3 units

SOC 14 - Sociology of the Mexican American Community

3 units

SOC 31 - The Child in Society: A Social Problems Approach

3 units

Explores personal and social aspects contributing to the relationships and social problems facing children: socialization, the dysfunctional family, abuse, deprivation, disabilities and special needs, drugs, delinquency and sexuality. (A, CSU)

SOC 32 - Introduction to Marriage and Family

3 units

Sociological analysis of marriage and the family, including historical and contemporary changes, and the socio-cultural and economic forces shaping these changes. Topics may include but are not limited to: love, courtship, mate selection, sexuality, family planning, pregnancy and childbirth, sexually transmitted diseases, family conflict, conflict resolution, communication skills, divorced families, step-families, aging and widowhood. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

WSTS 10 - Changing Roles of Women

3 units

The traditional and changing roles of women in Western society, including the effects of these roles on women as individuals, in their personal relationships, and their status in society. The contributions and contrasting perspectives of minority/ethnic women are an integral part of the course content. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

WSTS 22 - History of American Women

3 units

WSTS 41 - African-American Women's Studies

3 units

WSTS 47 - Introduction to LGBTQ+ Studies

3 units

The interdisciplinary field of LGBTQ+ Studies through the disciplines of history, literature, law, science, political science, media, psychology, and education. Issues to be covered will include but not be limited to identity development and coming out, cultural ideology, sub-cultures, activism, marriage, parenting, and community. Theoretical perspectives concerning the historical development of sexual identity and the marginalization of sexual minority communities within social institutions in contemporary U.S. society and around the world will be explored. The intersectionality of class, race, and gender is an integral component of the course. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

Biology Sequence Part 2

BIOL 22 - Human Physiology

5 units

This course is intended for students planning to complete allied health programs (e.g. Nursing, RadTech) or seeking a degree in Human Biology. The focus is on the function of the human body systems. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

Course Details:

Requisites & Advisories

Prerequisite: BIOL 20
Prerequisite: CHEM 3A
Advisory: ENGL C1000

General Education

IGETC

CSU GE

CSU Transfer

Fresno City College GE

BIOL 21B - Human Anatomy & Physiology II

5 units

Biology 21A and 21B have been designed to prepare students planning to complete allied health programs (e.g. Nursing), or seeking a degree in Human Biology. Biology 21B is the second course in the sequence. This course will include animal dissections. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

Course Details:

Requisites & Advisories

Prerequisite: BIOL 21A
Prerequisite: CHEM 3A
Advisory: ENGL C1000

General Education

IGETC

CSU GE

CSU Transfer

Fresno City College GE

ELECTIVE (Only if needed to reach 60 units)

Term 4

26-20 units

FCC GE AREA 6 - Ethnic Studies

AFRAM 1 - Introduction to African American Studies

3 units

Introduction to African-American Studies: a critical interdisciplinary study of African American culture, history, and heritage from Pre Colonial West Africa through the 21st Century. This course will include an introduction to West African societies of the 15th and 16th centuries, prior to European Colonial Expansion; an examination of the transition into the era of African enslavement in Colonial America; an exploration of African American cultural development during the era of Reconstruction; an evaluation of African American political movements in response to social injustice and African American creative production; an analysis of the assimilation of African American culture into mainstream American culture during the 20th century; and finally, to examine and evaluate the African American community of the 21st Century. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

AMIND 31 - American Indian Culture

3 units

The Native nations of North American (American Indians) from antiquity to the present. An interdisciplinary approach to examining pre- and post settler-colonial American Indian societies and cultures. Studying the effects of invasion and colonization with an emphasis on self-preservation and maintaining tribal sovereignty. This course analyzes the racialization of American Indians, Eurocentrism, relationship to place, forced assimilation, intergenerational trauma, Indigenous cosmology and ceremony, social justice, and self-determination. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASAMER 15 - Introduction to Asian American Studies

3 units

Historical and cultural background of major Asian groups that have immigrated into the United States; including Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, Filipinos, South Asians, and Southeast Asians. Examines immigration patterns, cultural identity, family influences, community formation, interracial relationships, civic participation, and experiences with discrimination. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ASAMER 25 - Asian American Social Issues

3 units

Issues of contemporary relevance related to Asian Americans, including: stereotypes, anti-Asian violence, educational inequities, workplace discrimination, media representations, race relations, community leadership, law and public policy, and civic and political engagement. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CLS 11 - Introduction to Chicano-Latino Studies

3 units

The introductory course explores the Chicano/a/x and Mexican American community, culture(s) and heritage(s) in American society from an interdisciplinary approach. Focus on sociocultural challenges, struggles, and social justice movements that define the Chicano/a/x experience. Examination of the ancestral roots, dynamic migration/immigration trends, conflict, racialization processes, liberation struggles, socialization process, and sociopolitical patterns from ancient Indigenous civilizations of Mesoamerica to the present. Overview of trends and patterns in Latino/a/x populations at-large will also be explored. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CLS 12A - Mexican American History: From Mesoamerica to the Mexican American War

3 units

A survey of Mexican American history from the ancient Indigenous civilizations of Mesoamerica to the Mexican American War of 1846-48. Special emphasis is placed on American History from 1492 into the mid 1800's, and upon understanding the historical and contemporary dynamics of colonialism and imperialism. Introduction of concepts such as race, racism, racialization, white supremacy, settler colonialism, indigeneity, and mestizaje. Focus on the impact of European arrival in the Americas, the history of Indigenous, African, and mixed-race people in the formation of Mexico. Spanish and Mexican settlement in what would become the U.S. Southwest, and the early history of Mexicans in the United States. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CLS 12B - Mexican American History: From the Mexican-American War to the Present

3 units

A survey of Mexican American history from the Mexican-American War of 1846-48 to the present, with an emphasis on understanding the historical and contemporary dynamics of racism and white supremacy. Introduction of concepts such as race, racism, racialization, eurocentrism, settler colonialism, indigeneity, and self-determination. Focus on the history of people of Mexican descent in the United States, and exploration of topics such as the Mexican-American War and its aftermath, interpersonal and institutional racism, segregation, immigration and the border, the Zoot Suit Riots and Chicano/a/x participation in WWII, and the many facets of the Chicano/a/x Civil Rights Movement. Introduction to the study of U.S.-Mexico relations, 1848-present. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CLS 24 - La Chicana and Latina

3 units

This course offers an interdisciplinary analysis of Chicana and Mexican American women in contemporary society. Special emphasis is placed on the role and impact of family, church, education, economics, and politics. An exploration of gender, sexuality, racialization, and intersectionality will occur, as well as a critical review of how struggle, resistance, racial and social justice, solidarity, and liberation emerge in Chicana experiences. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CLS 33 - Community Involvement: Service Learning

3 units

Service learning in community, civic, or legal setting from a Chicano/a/x Studies and community-based perspective and approach. Develop a working understanding of issues impacting the political, economic, and social fabric of the Chicano/a/x community. An introduction to Participatory Action Research and grassroots organizing. A working understanding of issues impacting the political, economic, and social fabric of the Latino community. Civic engagement related to coursework utilizing practical applications of course concepts. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ETHNST 10 - Introduction to Ethnic Studies

3 units

Interdisciplinary examination of race, ethnicity, racism, and racial and ethnic identity in U.S. society with focus on African American, Asian American, Native American, and Latina and Latino American communities. Emphasis on comparative and relational analysis and exploration of the intertwined histories of racial and ethnic groups in the U.S., institutional racism, resistance against racism, solidarity across racial and ethnic lines, and social and racial justice movements. Introduction to the history of Ethnic Studies as a discipline and key concepts in the field, such as the intersection of race and racism as they relate to class, gender, sexuality, religion, spirituality, national origin, immigration status, ability, tribal citizenship, sovereignty, language, and/or age in African American, Asian American, Native American, and Latina and Latino American communities. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

WSTS 24 - La Chicana and Latina

3 units

This course offers an interdisciplinary analysis of Chicana and Mexican American women in contemporary society. Special emphasis is placed on the role and impact of family, church, education, economics, and politics. An exploration of gender, sexuality, racialization and intersectionality will occur as well as a critical review of how struggle, resistance, racial and social justice, solidarity, and liberation emerge in Chicana experiences. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FCC GE AREA 7B - Lifetime Wellness: Lifetime Skills

AHLTH 1 - Introduction to Public Health

3 units

This course presents an overview of the disciplines of community and public health. Topics include the basic concepts and terminologies of public health; an overview of various public health professions and organizations; the study, prevention and control of diseases in the community; the analysis of the social determinants of health; strategies for eliminating disease, illness, and health disparities among various populations; community organizing and health promotion programming; school health promotion; environmental health and safety; and an overview of the healthcare delivery system in the United States. Emphasis will be placed on the development of knowledge and preliminary skills to serve as an effective advocate for community and public health. (A, CSU, UC)

BA 30 - Personal Finance

3 units

Examines personal financial management from an economic and behavioral perspective. Emphasis on the life-long impact financial decisions have on individuals, families and society. Topics include time value of money, opportunity cost and marginal analysis; tax strategies; financial planning strategies; financial monitoring and reporting; money & credit management; purchasing strategies and large asset acquisition; risk management through home, health, auto and disability insurance; saving and investing; and retirement and estate planning. (A, CSU, UC)

CHDEV 30 - Child and Family in a Diverse Community

3 units

This course emphasizes the processes of socialization focusing on the interrelationship of family, school, and community. The course examines the influence of multiple societal contexts including race, equity, and language. Students will explore the role of collaboration between family, community, and schools in supporting children’s development, birth through adolescence. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CHDEV 38 - Lifespan Development

3 units

This course examines basic theories, research concepts, and principles of typical and atypical physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development at each major stage of life from conception to death are examined. All major topics of human development (e.g. human behavior, sexuality, nutrition, health, stress, key relationships of humankind to the social and physical environment, and implications of death and dying) are presented in an integrated manner. Observations of children, adolescents and adults are required. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

CHDEV 39 - Child Growth and Development

3 units

COUN 53 - College and Life Management

3 units

This course is designed to assist students in developing the necessary tools for future success by providing structures and activities that illustrate the relationship between interpersonal and intrapersonal interactions. Course topics include development of student's personal strengths, interpersonal relationships, personal values, healthy lifestyle choices, and success skills. (A, CSU, UC)

FN 35 - Nutrition and Health

3 units

Nutrition and diet patterns throughout the life cycle play an integral role in physical health, emotional health, and the prevention of chronic disease. Students will study this relationship through learning about nutrients and their interactions in the human body. Nutrition will be discussed through the lens of different social, psychological, and cultural considerations. This course includes consumer information on food distribution systems and food safety. Not open to students with credit in Food and Nutrition 40. (A, CSU, UC)

FN 40 - Nutrition

3 units

Nutrition and diet patterns throughout the life cycle play an integral role in physical health, emotional health, and the prevention of chronic disease. Students will study this relationship through learning about nutrients and their interactions in the human body. Nutrition will be discussed through the lens of different social, psychological, and cultural considerations. This course includes nutrient metabolic pathways in its course content. (A, CSU, UC)

HLTH 1 - Contemporary Health Issues

3 units

Contemporary scientific concepts and medical information designed to promote health, prevent disease, increase life span, and improve the quality of life involving the cardiovascular system, physical fitness, nutrition, emotional health, human sexuality, sexually transmitted diseases, reproduction and birth control, heredity, substance abuse, cancer, consumer and environmental health and health care systems. (A, CSU, UC)

HLTH 5 - Structures and Function

3 units

This introductory course covers principles, concepts, structures and functions associated with the body. This course will cover functional body anatomy and physiology as it relates to movement. (A, CSU, UC)

HS 10 - Introduction to Aging Studies

3 units

HS 44 - Drug Use: Physical and Psychological Effects

3 units

This course teaches the physical and psychological aspects of drug use, including abuse and addiction, physical and psychological dependencies, physiological effects of commonly used drugs, and treatment and prevention. (It is not open to students with credit in Human Services 45.) (A, CSU)

PSYC C1000 - Introduction to Psychology

3 units

(A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PSYC C1000H - Introduction to Psychology - Honors

3 units

The Honors section of this course places a greater emphasis on understanding the human being as an integrated physiological, social, and psychological organism and further enriches that perspective with data and theories from related disciplines. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PSYC 25 - Human Sexuality

3 units

PSYC 33 - Personal and Social Adjustment

3 units

This course provides students with information about psychological principles and concepts important to their personal and social adjustment, taking into account the influence of factors such as their culture, gender, ethnicity, generational cohort, and socio-economic status. An emphasis is placed on the way in which students can apply psychological research and principles to their everyday lives. Topics include personality, lifespan development, physical and mental health, the effects of stress and stress management, gender roles, interpersonal relationships, sexuality, work, and leisure. (A, CSU, UC)

PSYC 38 - Lifespan Development

3 units

PSYC 39 - Child Growth and Development

3 units

SOC 5 - Sociology of Rape

3 units

A micro and macro overview of rape including the history of rape, a study of what creates a rape culture, social and psychological characteristics and pathology of rapists, sociological impact upon and psychology of the survivor. Includes examination of various forms of sexual assault such as acquaintance rape, marital rape, male rape, gang rape and child sexual assault. The sociological foundation and history of current laws and their execution are also explored. (A, CSU, UC)

SOC 7 - Domestic Violence: Abuse Within the Family

3 units

A micro and macro study of the historical and contemporary problem of domestic violence. Overview of the battered spouse syndrome, characteristics of the survivor and the batterer, therapeutic approaches and development of legislation. Various forms of domestic violence such as child abuse, elder abuse, and violence in same gender relationships are also studied. (A, CSU, UC)

SOC 10 - Introduction to Aging Studies

3 units

SOC 31 - The Child in Society: A Social Problems Approach

3 units

SOC 32 - Introduction to Marriage and Family

3 units

WSTS 5 - Sociology of Rape

3 units

WSTS 7 - Domestic Violence: Abuse Within the Family

3 units

A micro and macro study of the historical and contemporary problem of domestic violence. Overview of the battered spouse syndrome, characteristics of the survivor and the batterer, therapeutic approaches, and development of legislation. Various forms of domestic violence such as child abuse, elder abuse, and violence in same gender relationships are also studied. (A, CSU, UC)

BIOL 31

Microbiology

Classification, morphology, identification, physiology, genetics, host microbe interactions related to disease, and industrial uses of microorganisms. Field trips may be required. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

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Requisites & Advisories

Prerequisite: BIOL 5
Prerequisite: BIOL 11A
Prerequisite: CHEM 3A
Advisory: ENGL C1000

General Education

IGETC

CSU GE

CSU Transfer

Fresno City College GE

ELECTIVE (Only if needed to reach 60 units)

Human Biology - Major #6084 - Associate of Science Degree

Program Description

Program Learning Outcomes

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