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


This degree is designed for students considering careers as a police officer, deputy sheriff, or highway patrol officers.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Describe the development and history of law enforcement in the western world.
  2. 2. Compare and contrast legal and constitutional issues.
  3. 3. Compare and contrast components of the American criminal justice system.
Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester

Term 1

14-18 units

Students who have completed the FCC Basic Police Academy or the Reserve Police Officer Level 1 program may apply for 12 units of Credit for Prior Learning.  Schedule a meeting with a counselor (preferably Perkins Criminology counselor) to learn more.

FCC GE AREA 1A - English Composition

4 units

ENGL C1000
Academic Reading and Writing

4 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
Part 1: In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research.
Part 2: 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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
Part 1: In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. This is an honors course.
Part 2: 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)

FCC GE AREA 1B - Oral Communication and Critical Thinking

3 units

COMM C1000
Introduction to Public Speaking

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
Part 1: In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches.
Part 2: 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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
Part 1: In this course, students learn and apply foundational rhetorical theories and techniques of public speaking in a multicultural democratic society. Students discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas in public discourse through research, reasoning, organization, composition, delivery to a live audience, and evaluation of various types of speeches, including informative and persuasive speeches. This is an honors course.
Part 2: 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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
Part 1: In this course, students receive instruction in critical thinking for purposes of constructing, evaluating, and composing arguments in a variety of rhetorical forms, using primarily non-fiction texts, refining writing skills and research strategies developed in ENGL C1000 Academic Reading and Writing (or C-ID ENGL 100) or similar first-year college writing course.
Part 2: (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL C1001H
Critical Thinking and Writing - Honors

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
Part 1: In this course, students receive instruction in critical thinking for purposes of constructing, evaluating, and composing arguments in a variety of rhetorical forms, using primarily non-fiction texts, refining writing skills and research strategies developed in ENGL C1000 Academic Reading and Writing (or C-ID ENGL 100) or similar first-year college writing course. This is an honors course.
Part 2: 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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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. Honors sections may also focus on a more in-depth study of a significant branch of philosophy, e.g., philosophy of race, gender, or global issues. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SOC 1B
Critical Thinking about Social Problems

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 3 - Arts and Humanities

3-5 units

AFRAM 3
African-American Art

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ART 2
Introduction to the Visual Arts

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 20
Chicano Art

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 advanced level. (A, CSU, UC)

CHIN 1
Beginning Chinese

5 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 Chinese. (A, CSU, UC)

CHIN 2
High-Beginning Chinese

5 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

COMM 12
Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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)

DANCE 20A
Beginning Modern Dance Composition

3 units
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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 27B
Advanced Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 advanced level. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 30
Dance Appreciation

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
Analysis and writing of plays for critical review. (A, CSU, UC)

ENGL 15D
Creative Writing: Creative Nonfiction

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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)

ENGL 20
Asian American Literature

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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, since 1950. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

ENGL 46A
English Literature to 1800

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 48B
Introduction to American Literature 1865 to the Present

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

FRENCH 3
Intermediate French

5 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

GRC 39A
Introduction to Graphic Design

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 Hmong. (A, CSU, UC)

HMONG 2
High-Beginning Hmong

5 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

HUMAN 10
Classical Humanities

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

JOURN 1
Introduction to Mass Communication

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2022 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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. Honors sections may also focus on an historical overview, or a more in-depth study of a significant branch of philosophy, e.g., philosophy of race, gender, or global issues. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PHIL 1B
Social and Political Philosophy

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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. Honors sections may also involve a more in-depth study of a significant area of ethics or moral philosophy, and will require additional writing. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PHIL 3A
Ancient Philosophy

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

PUNJABI 1
Beginning Punjabi

5 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 Spanish. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SPAN 3NS
Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers

5 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 Latin America. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

SPAN 7
Advanced Spanish: Composition and Grammar

4 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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)

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

1-3 units

CLS 17A
Beginning Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
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 pre-intermediate level. (A, CSU, UC)

CLS 27A
Intermediate Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units
Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 advanced level. (A, CSU, UC)

DEVSER 54
Adapted Walking and Conditioning

1 unit
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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)

DANCE 17B
Beginning Intermediate Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units
Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
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 pre-intermediate level. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 18
Intermediate Tap Dance

1 unit
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
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)

DANCE 27B
Advanced Mexican Folk Dance

3.5 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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 advanced level. (A, CSU, UC)

DANCE 28A
Intermediate Modern Dance Technique

1.5 units
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2024 Spring Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
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)

CRIM 1
Introduction to Criminology

3 units
Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
This course focuses on the characteristics of the criminal justice system in the U.S. with cross cultural content; evolution of prevailing principles; crime measurement; theoretical explanations for criminality and responses to it; future challenges; functions of the police, courts and correctional system; legal process, sentencing, and incarceration policies. (A, CSU, UC)
Course Details:

    Term 2

    15-17 units

    FCC GE AREA 2 - Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative Reasoning

    3-5 units

    CIT 60
    Beginning Visual Basic

    4 units
    Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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)

    PHIL 6
    Introduction to Logic

    3 units
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    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
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    Part 1: This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines.
    Part 2: (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

    STAT C1000H
    Introduction to Statistics - Honors

    4 units
    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
    Part 1: This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. This is an honors course.
    Part 2: (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

    CRIM 5
    Community Relations

    3 units
    Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
    Students will explore the relationship between our communities and the justice system in addressing crime and conflict and address challenges and potential for administering criminal justice within a multicultural society with conflicting values in culture, religion, and law. (A, CSU, UC)
    Course Details:

      Satisfies FCC GE Area 4.

      CRIM 6
      Concepts of Criminal Law

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
      This course focuses on the Analysis of criminal liability in the U.S., classification of crimes (persons, property, morals, and public welfare), elements of offenses, common and statutory law, acceptable evidence, defenses, prosecution and defense decision making. (A, CSU, UC)
      Course Details:

        CRIM 7
        Concepts of Enforcement Services

        3 units
        Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
        This course focuses on the role expectations for line enforcement officers, patrol, traffic, and public service responsibilities, and physical and psychological officer survival. (A, CSU)
        Course Details:

          Major Course

          3 units

          Select one of the following (9 units in total are required to graduate):

          AFRAM 1 or AFRAM 4

          3 units
          AFRAM 1
          Introduction to African American Studies
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
          or
          AFRAM 1
          Introduction to African American Studies
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
          or
          AFRAM 4
          Classical African Societies
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
          AFRAM 4
          Classical African Societies
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

          AMIND 31 or AMIND 34

          3 units
          AMIND 31
          American Indian Culture
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
          or
          AMIND 31
          American Indian Culture
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
          or
          AMIND 34
          The American Indian in Contemporary Society
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
          AMIND 34
          The American Indian in Contemporary Society
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

          CLS 11, CLS 14, or SOC 14

          3 units
          CLS 11
          Introduction to Chicano-Latino Studies
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
          or
          CLS 11
          Introduction to Chicano-Latino Studies
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
          or
          CLS 14
          Sociology of the Mexican American Community
          3 units
          Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
          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)
          Course Details:
            or
            CLS 14
            Sociology of the Mexican American Community
            3 units
            Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
            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)
            Course Details:
              or
              SOC 14
              Sociology of the Mexican American Community
              3 units
              Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
              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)
              Course Details:
                SOC 14
                Sociology of the Mexican American Community
                3 units
                Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
                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)
                Course Details:

                  CRIM 3
                  Legal Aspects of Evidence

                  3 units
                  Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                  This course focuses on the categories of evidence, and the legal rules relating to admission or exclusion with attention to history and development. (A, CSU)
                  Course Details:

                    CRIM 3
                    Legal Aspects of Evidence

                    3 units
                    Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                    This course focuses on the categories of evidence, and the legal rules relating to admission or exclusion with attention to history and development. (A, CSU)
                    Course Details:

                      CRIM 11
                      Juvenile Delinquency

                      3 units
                      Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                      Students will explore the origin, development, and organization of the juvenile justice system in the U.S., theories relating to the causes and prevention of juvenile delinquency, and the treatment of youthful offenders by way of legal processes and constitutional standards. (A, CSU)
                      Course Details:

                        CRIM 11
                        Juvenile Delinquency

                        3 units
                        Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                        Students will explore the origin, development, and organization of the juvenile justice system in the U.S., theories relating to the causes and prevention of juvenile delinquency, and the treatment of youthful offenders by way of legal processes and constitutional standards. (A, CSU)
                        Course Details:

                          CRIM 13
                          The Constitution and Your Individual Rights

                          3 units
                          Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                          This course focuses on the history and development of the Constitution; analysis of notable cases; historic protection of individual rights; ability of government to limit those prerogatives. (A, CSU, UC)
                          Course Details:

                            CRIM 13
                            The Constitution and Your Individual Rights

                            3 units
                            Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                            This course focuses on the history and development of the Constitution; analysis of notable cases; historic protection of individual rights; ability of government to limit those prerogatives. (A, CSU, UC)
                            Course Details:

                              CRIM 19
                              Work Experience Education

                              3 units
                              Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                              Students will participate in supervised employment, extending the classroom based on occupational learning related to criminology. The collaborative learning objectives will be established specific to criminology. Participation in orientation hours may be required. (A, CSU)
                              Course Details:

                                PSYC C1000 or PSYC CH1000

                                3 units
                                PSYC C1000
                                Introduction to Psychology
                                3 units
                                Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations.
                                Part 2: (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
                                Course Details:
                                1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                or
                                PSYC C1000
                                Introduction to Psychology
                                3 units
                                Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations.
                                Part 2: (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
                                Course Details:
                                1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                or
                                PSYC C1000H
                                Introduction to Psychology - Honors
                                3 units
                                Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. This is an honors course.
                                Part 2: 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)
                                Course Details:
                                  (
                                1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                  2. AND
                                2. Advisory:
                                  3. )
                                PSYC C1000H
                                Introduction to Psychology - Honors
                                3 units
                                Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. This is an honors course.
                                Part 2: 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)
                                Course Details:
                                  (
                                1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                  2. AND
                                2. Advisory:
                                  3. )

                                SOC 1A or SOC 1AH

                                3 units
                                SOC 1A
                                Introduction to Sociology
                                3 units
                                Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                This course covers basic concepts, theoretical approaches, and methods of sociology. This course also includes the 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. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
                                Course Details:
                                1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                or
                                SOC 1AH
                                Honors Introduction to Sociology
                                3 units
                                Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                This course covers basic concepts, theoretical approaches, and methods of sociology.  This course also includes the 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. SOC 1AH 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)
                                Course Details:
                                  (
                                1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                  2. AND
                                2. Advisory:
                                  3. )
                                SOC 1AH
                                Honors Introduction to Sociology
                                3 units
                                Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                This course covers basic concepts, theoretical approaches, and methods of sociology.  This course also includes the 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. SOC 1AH 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)
                                Course Details:
                                  (
                                1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                  2. AND
                                2. Advisory:
                                  3. )

                                SOC 2
                                American Minority Groups

                                3 units
                                Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                This class is a sociological study of race, ethnicity, and racism in the United States. This course will take a comparative approach covering Native Americans, African Americans, U.S. Latinx, Arab Americans, Asian Americans, Euro-Americans, and Multiracial Americans. The course will examine key topics such as racial discrimination, immigration, economics, labor, political conditions, cultural expression and resistance, social justice movements, settler colonialism, racial and ethnic identity, and gender and sexuality. 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)
                                Course Details:
                                1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                WSTS 10
                                Changing Roles of Women

                                3 units
                                Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                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)
                                Course Details:

                                  WSTS 10
                                  Changing Roles of Women

                                  3 units
                                  Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                  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)
                                  Course Details:

                                    Term 3

                                    15-17 units

                                    FCC GE AREA 5 - Natural Sciences

                                    3-5 units

                                    ANTHRO 1
                                    Biological Anthropology

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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 1L
                                    Biological Anthropology Laboratory

                                    1 unit
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course is a hands-on laboratory experience to supplement Biological Anthropology. It may be taken either concurrently with Anthropology 1 or in a subsequent term. Exercises will provide additional experience and hands-on activities to expand student learning in the following major subject areas: the scientific method, evolution and natural selection with a specific focus on human evolution, evolutionary genetics, modern human variation, forensic anthropology, primate anatomy and behavior, and the hominid fossil record. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    ASTRO 10
                                    Basic Astronomy

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Introductory overview of astronomy. Topics include local sky observing, the motions of the sun, moon, and stars in the sky, Kepler's laws of planetary motion, the solar system, star formation and stellar evolution, black holes, galaxies, and cosmology. Optional field trips. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    ASTRO 15
                                    The Solar System

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course is a descriptive introduction to the origin, evolution, and current state of the solar system. The topics in this course include the history of astronomy; the Sun and its role within the solar system; the origins and characteristics of planets, satellites, ring systems, dwarf planets, comets, asteroids, and other interplanetary debris; and Kepler's laws of planetary motion. The discussion of current interplanetary missions and exoplanetary systems around other stars will also be included. There may be optional field trips. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    ASTRO 20
                                    Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course is a descriptive introduction to the nature and evolution of stars and galaxies as well as the origin and evolution of the universe. An emphasis will be placed on the observational evidence used by cosmologists to help develop their theories. A study of the types of stars, including the sun, binary stars, variable stars, white dwarfs, neutron stars is included. Types of galaxies and their distribution in the universe, dark matter, dark energy, supernovae, and black holes will be examined. There may be optional field trips. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    BIOL 3
                                    Introduction to Life Science

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Introductory course exploring biological concepts as they relate to organismal structure and function, inheritance, ecology, and evolution. Recommended for non-biological science majors and liberal studies majors. Field trips required. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    BIOL 5
                                    Human Biology

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    An overview of the cellular, molecular, genetic, and systems basis of life with an emphasis on the human body. For allied health majors. Fulfills prerequisites for Biology 20, 21A, and 31. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    BIOL 7
                                    Field Biology

                                    5 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Field-based investigation of plants, animals, and fungi emphasizing natural history, taxonomy, and ecology of local species and methods of field study. Weekly required field trips with moderate hiking and a multi-day field trip are included. This is a required course for the Field Biologist Certificate at FCC. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    BIOL 11A
                                    Biology for Science Majors I

                                    5 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    The first of two introductory courses for biology majors, focusing on concepts in molecular and cellular biology, genetics, inheritance, and evolution. Intended for biology, pre-medical, pre-veterinarian, and pre-pharmacy majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    BIOL 11B
                                    Biology for Science Majors II

                                    5 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    The second of two introductory courses for biology majors, focusing on concepts surrounding the evolution and classification of Earth's biodiversity, the structure and function of organisms, and ecology. Intended for biology, pre-medical, pre-veterinarian, and pre-pharmacy majors. Field trips are included in this course. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    BIOL 14
                                    Conservation Biology

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    An introductory course in conservation biology. An exploration of phenomena influencing Earth's biological diversity with an emphasis on ecological principles and human impacts. A focus on natural resource use, management and future challenges for a growing human population. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    BIOL 15
                                    Animal Biology

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Introductory course exploring biological concepts as they relate to animal structure and function, inheritance, ecology, and evolution. Recommended for non-biological science majors and liberal studies majors. Field trips required. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    BIOL 16
                                    Plant Biology

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Introductory course exploring biological concepts as they relate to plant structure and function, inheritance, ecology, and evolution. Recommended for non-biological science majors and liberal studies majors. Field trips required. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    BIOL 20
                                    Human Anatomy

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    BIOL 21A
                                    Human Anatomy & Physiology I

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    BIOL 21B
                                    Human Anatomy & Physiology II

                                    5 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    BIOL 22
                                    Human Physiology

                                    5 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    BIOL 46
                                    Elementary Horticulture

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    An introductory and elective course that provides the student with an understanding of the basic principles and practices in the propagation, growth, and care of ornamental and vegetable plants. The course covers plant anatomy, general maintenance, weeds, pests, diseases, fertilizers, soils, propagation, pruning, and training. Intended for students wanting to learn about horticulture and gardening or those preparing for careers relating to horticulture. (A, CSU, UC)

                                    BIOL 55
                                    Introduction to the Biology of Humans

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    An introductory human biology class without a laboratory. Designed for students planning to enter medical coding or HIT programs. Not an acceptable prerequisite for Biology 20 or Biology 21A. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    BIOL 71
                                    Field Biology of the High and Eastern Sierra Nevada

                                    1 unit
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
                                    Investigation of plants, animals, and fungi with an emphasis on the natural history and ecology of the High Sierra and its eastern slope. This is a short-term field-based course with required field trips. Multi-day camping and moderate hiking at high elevation are a part of this course. Additional costs for food, campground and entrance fees. (A, CSU)

                                    BIOL 72
                                    Field Biology of the Central California Coast

                                    1 unit
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
                                    Investigation of plants, animals, and fungi with an emphasis on the natural history and ecology of the Central California Coast. This is a short-term field-based course with required field trips. Multi-day camping and moderate hiking in the elements are a part of this course. Additional costs for food, campground and entrance fees. (A, CSU)

                                    CHEM 1A
                                    General Chemistry I

                                    5 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Development of atomic theory; atoms, isotopes, molecules, and ions; compounds; classification of matter; formulas and equations; stoichiometry; introduction to aqueous reactions: precipitation, acids and bases, and gas forming and redox reactions; gas laws; kinetic molecular theory of gases; thermochemistry; modern atomic theory; VSEPR theory; valence bond (hybridization) and molecular orbital theories; intermolecular forces; properties of liquids; solids and crystal structures; solution behavior; colligative properties; associated laboratory experiments; and volumetric (titrimetric) and gravimetric analysis methods. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    CHEM 3A
                                    Introductory General Chemistry

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    CHEM 3B
                                    Introductory Organic & Biological Chemistry

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Introduction to the basic concepts of organic and biochemistry. Structure and behavior of organic and biological compounds, metabolism, and regulation. Primarily for students in the health-oriented professions. Not a substitute for Chemistry 3A. (A, CSU, UC)

                                    GEOG 1
                                    Physical Geography

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    The Earth’s dynamic physical systems and processes. Topics include weather, climate, geomorphology, soils, and the biosphere. Emphasis on interrelationships among systems and processes and their resulting patterns and distributions. Tools of geographic inquiry include maps, remote sensing, graphic data, and models. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    GEOG 8
                                    Physical Geography: Weather and Climate

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Introduction to atmospheric processes, energy and moisture exchanges, atmospheric pressure, global atmospheric and oceanic circulation patterns, precipitation processes, weather systems, and severe weather. Analysis of world, regional, and local climate systems, emphasizing an understanding of the mechanisms and consequences of global climate change. Course incorporates lab work focusing on observation and analysis of atmospheric data using charts. meteorological instruments and their use, weather maps, and radar and satellite imagery. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    GEOL 1
                                    Physical Geology

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course consists of an introduction to the principles and unifying concepts of earth science including geologic time, formation and internal structure of the Earth, plate tectonics, rock and mineral identification, weathering processes, landforms, earthquakes, volcanic activity, flooding and groundwater resources. Laboratory exercises will include rock and mineral identification, and interpretation of topographic and geologic maps. Optional field trips to classic geologic locations. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    GEOL 2
                                    Historical Geology

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course is an introduction to Earth’s history using geologic dating techniques, plate tectonics, stratigraphy, and the processes that have shaped the global environment. Fossil evidence for the origin and evolution of life, natural selection, and environmental change in shaping both ancient and modern living communities are also presented. Emphasis will be given to North American paleogeography and tectonics. Laboratory activities use rocks, fossils, geologic maps and cross sections to interpret ancient environments, tectonic settings and geologic history. At least one field trip or an appropriate alternative activity are required. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    GEOL 4
                                    Geology of California

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course is an introduction to the geologic setting and evolution of California using the concepts of plate tectonics, stratigraphy, and processes that have and are still shaping the landscape, including volcanism, earthquakes, and erosion. Optional field trips. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    GEOL 5
                                    Introduction to Oceanography

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course is an introduction to the study of water on earth with an emphasis on physical oceanography. Topics include ocean and shoreline processes, plate tectonics, sea floor morphology, types and distribution of seafloor sediments, ocean sediment transport, ocean chemistry, ocean currents, marine resources, and environmental concerns. Optional field trips. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    GEOL 9
                                    Introduction to Earth Science

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course is an introduction to the earth sciences with an emphasis on basic topics and principles in geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. Optional field trips to classic geologic locations. The course is designed for transfer Liberal Studies and Elementary Education for Transfer students. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    GEOL 12
                                    Environmental Science

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course covers the application of scientific principles to the understanding of environmental problems and issues. Seeking solutions to contemporary environmental problems; historical, economical, political and social implications; relationships to scientific principles; ecosystems, urban affairs, housing, land planning, transportation, air and water pollution, water development, food production, wildlife, pest control, and population studies. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    NATSCI 1A
                                    Integrated Science: Physics and Chemistry

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course covers basic concepts of physics and chemistry and their relation to the everyday environment. It includes laboratory and demonstrations with special application to K-6 teachers. It is specifically designed to satisfy the requirements of students who intend on transferring to the CSU Liberal Studies Major. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    PHYS 2A
                                    General Physics 1

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Mechanics, thermal physics, oscillations, and waves. Designed primarily for life science and related majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    PHYS 2B
                                    General Physics 2

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Electricity and magnetism, optics, and introduction to modern physics. Designed primarily for life science and related majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    PHYS 4A
                                    Physics for Scientists and Engineers

                                    4 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Classical mechanics: kinematics, Newton's Laws, energy, momentum, gravitation, and fluids. Designed primarily for physics, engineering, and related majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    PHYSC 11
                                    Introductory Physical Science

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    This course is an emphasis on a survey of physics, chemistry, and earth science, including mechanics, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, modern physics, nuclear physics, chemical systems, chemical reactions, geologic time, weather phenomena, astronomy, and cosmology. It is designed primarily for non-science majors. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)

                                    FCC GE AREA 6 - Ethnic Studies

                                    3 units

                                    AFRAM 1
                                    Introduction to African American Studies

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)
                                    Course Details:
                                    1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                    AFRAM 1
                                    Introduction to African American Studies

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)
                                    Course Details:
                                    1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                    AMIND 31
                                    American Indian Culture

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)
                                    Course Details:
                                    1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                    AMIND 31
                                    American Indian Culture

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)
                                    Course Details:
                                    1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                    ASAMER 15
                                    Introduction to Asian American Studies

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)
                                    Course Details:
                                    1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                    CLS 11
                                    Introduction to Chicano-Latino Studies

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)
                                    Course Details:
                                    1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

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

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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

                                    3 units

                                    AHLTH 1
                                    Introduction to Public Health

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2021 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    COUN 53
                                    College and Life Management

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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 44
                                    Drug Use: Physical and Psychological Effects

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations.
                                    Part 2: (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
                                    Course Details:
                                    1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                    PSYC C1000
                                    Introduction to Psychology

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations.
                                    Part 2: (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
                                    Course Details:
                                    1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                    PSYC C1000H
                                    Introduction to Psychology - Honors

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. This is an honors course.
                                    Part 2: 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)
                                    Course Details:
                                      (
                                    1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                      2. AND
                                    2. Advisory:
                                      3. )

                                    PSYC C1000H
                                    Introduction to Psychology - Honors

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. This is an honors course.
                                    Part 2: 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)
                                    Course Details:
                                      (
                                    1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                      2. AND
                                    2. Advisory:
                                      3. )

                                    PSYC 25
                                    Human Sexuality

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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 33
                                    Personal and Social Adjustment

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    PSYC 39
                                    Child Growth and Development

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    SOC 5
                                    Sociology of Rape

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    SOC 31
                                    The Child in Society: A Social Problems Approach

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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 5
                                    Sociology of Rape

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    WSTS 7
                                    Domestic Violence: Abuse Within the Family

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                    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)

                                    CRIM 8
                                    Criminal Investigation

                                    3 units
                                    Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                    This course focuses techniques, procedures, and ethical considerations involved in criminal investigation; organization of the process; crime scene logistics; searches; recovery and preservation of evidence; documentation; scientific examination; and trial presentation. (A, CSU)
                                    Course Details:

                                      CRIM 15
                                      Introduction to Police Ethics

                                      3 units
                                      Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                      This course will examine issues relating to ethical standards and violations in the criminal justice system, practical and theoretical solutions, morality, and ethics in human behavior. (A, CSU)
                                      Course Details:

                                        Term 4

                                        9 units

                                        CRIM 12
                                        Criminal Justice Communications

                                        3 units
                                        Effective Term: 2022 Spring Semester
                                        Fundamentals of information gathering; preparation of public safety reports, testifying; formal and informal communication with public and official agencies. (A, CSU)
                                        Course Details:

                                          Major Course

                                          6 units

                                          Select two of the following (9 units in total are required to graduate):

                                          AFRAM 1 or AFRAM 4

                                          3 units
                                          AFRAM 1
                                          Introduction to African American Studies
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                          or
                                          AFRAM 1
                                          Introduction to African American Studies
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                          or
                                          AFRAM 4
                                          Classical African Societies
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                          AFRAM 4
                                          Classical African Societies
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                          AMIND 31 or AMIND 34

                                          3 units
                                          AMIND 31
                                          American Indian Culture
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                          or
                                          AMIND 31
                                          American Indian Culture
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                          or
                                          AMIND 34
                                          The American Indian in Contemporary Society
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                          AMIND 34
                                          The American Indian in Contemporary Society
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                          CLS 11, CLS 14, or SOC 14

                                          3 units
                                          CLS 11
                                          Introduction to Chicano-Latino Studies
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                          or
                                          CLS 11
                                          Introduction to Chicano-Latino Studies
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                          1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                          or
                                          CLS 14
                                          Sociology of the Mexican American Community
                                          3 units
                                          Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
                                          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)
                                          Course Details:
                                            or
                                            CLS 14
                                            Sociology of the Mexican American Community
                                            3 units
                                            Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
                                            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)
                                            Course Details:
                                              or
                                              SOC 14
                                              Sociology of the Mexican American Community
                                              3 units
                                              Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
                                              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)
                                              Course Details:
                                                SOC 14
                                                Sociology of the Mexican American Community
                                                3 units
                                                Effective Term: 2023 Spring Semester
                                                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)
                                                Course Details:

                                                  CRIM 3
                                                  Legal Aspects of Evidence

                                                  3 units
                                                  Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                                  This course focuses on the categories of evidence, and the legal rules relating to admission or exclusion with attention to history and development. (A, CSU)
                                                  Course Details:

                                                    CRIM 3
                                                    Legal Aspects of Evidence

                                                    3 units
                                                    Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                                    This course focuses on the categories of evidence, and the legal rules relating to admission or exclusion with attention to history and development. (A, CSU)
                                                    Course Details:

                                                      CRIM 11
                                                      Juvenile Delinquency

                                                      3 units
                                                      Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                                      Students will explore the origin, development, and organization of the juvenile justice system in the U.S., theories relating to the causes and prevention of juvenile delinquency, and the treatment of youthful offenders by way of legal processes and constitutional standards. (A, CSU)
                                                      Course Details:

                                                        CRIM 11
                                                        Juvenile Delinquency

                                                        3 units
                                                        Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                                        Students will explore the origin, development, and organization of the juvenile justice system in the U.S., theories relating to the causes and prevention of juvenile delinquency, and the treatment of youthful offenders by way of legal processes and constitutional standards. (A, CSU)
                                                        Course Details:

                                                          CRIM 13
                                                          The Constitution and Your Individual Rights

                                                          3 units
                                                          Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                                          This course focuses on the history and development of the Constitution; analysis of notable cases; historic protection of individual rights; ability of government to limit those prerogatives. (A, CSU, UC)
                                                          Course Details:

                                                            CRIM 13
                                                            The Constitution and Your Individual Rights

                                                            3 units
                                                            Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                                            This course focuses on the history and development of the Constitution; analysis of notable cases; historic protection of individual rights; ability of government to limit those prerogatives. (A, CSU, UC)
                                                            Course Details:

                                                              CRIM 19
                                                              Work Experience Education

                                                              3 units
                                                              Effective Term: 2024 Fall Semester
                                                              Supervised employment extending the classroom based on occupational learning related to criminology. Collaborative learning objectives established specific to criminology. Orientation hours may be required. (A, CSU)
                                                              Course Details:
                                                              1. Corequisite:

                                                              PSYC C1000 or PSYC CH1000

                                                              3 units
                                                              PSYC C1000
                                                              Introduction to Psychology
                                                              3 units
                                                              Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                              Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations.
                                                              Part 2: (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
                                                              Course Details:
                                                              1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                                              or
                                                              PSYC C1000
                                                              Introduction to Psychology
                                                              3 units
                                                              Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                              Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations.
                                                              Part 2: (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
                                                              Course Details:
                                                              1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                                              or
                                                              PSYC C1000H
                                                              Introduction to Psychology - Honors
                                                              3 units
                                                              Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                              Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. This is an honors course.
                                                              Part 2: 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)
                                                              Course Details:
                                                                (
                                                              1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                                                2. AND
                                                              2. Advisory:
                                                                3. )
                                                              PSYC C1000H
                                                              Introduction to Psychology - Honors
                                                              3 units
                                                              Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                              Part 1: This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. This is an honors course.
                                                              Part 2: 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)
                                                              Course Details:
                                                                (
                                                              1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                                                2. AND
                                                              2. Advisory:
                                                                3. )

                                                              SOC 1A or SOC 1AH

                                                              3 units
                                                              SOC 1A
                                                              Introduction to Sociology
                                                              3 units
                                                              Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                              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. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
                                                              Course Details:
                                                              1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                                              or
                                                              SOC 1AH
                                                              Honors Introduction to Sociology
                                                              3 units
                                                              Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                                              This course covers basic concepts, theoretical approaches, and methods of sociology.  This course also includes the 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. SOC 1AH 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)
                                                              Course Details:
                                                                (
                                                              1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                                                2. AND
                                                              2. Advisory:
                                                                3. )
                                                              SOC 1AH
                                                              Honors Introduction to Sociology
                                                              3 units
                                                              Effective Term: 2026 Spring Semester
                                                              This course covers basic concepts, theoretical approaches, and methods of sociology.  This course also includes the 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. SOC 1AH 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)
                                                              Course Details:
                                                                (
                                                              1. Advisory: ENGL C1000
                                                                2. AND
                                                              2. Advisory:
                                                                3. )

                                                              SOC 2
                                                              American Minority Groups

                                                              3 units
                                                              Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                              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)
                                                              Course Details:
                                                              1. Advisory: ENGL C1000

                                                              WSTS 10
                                                              Changing Roles of Women

                                                              3 units
                                                              Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                              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)
                                                              Course Details:

                                                                WSTS 10
                                                                Changing Roles of Women

                                                                3 units
                                                                Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                                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)
                                                                Course Details:

                                                                  Elective (Only if needed to reach 60 units)

                                                                  Total: 53-61 units