Sociology - Associate in Arts for Transfer

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.

Students will prepare and write a research paper.  The course is not open to students who received credit for ENGL 101.

A study of the visual arts as an expression of thought and culture.

A survey of painting, sculpture, and architecture in the western world from the Paleolithic through the Gothic period.

A survey of painting, sculpture, and architecture in the western world from Renaissance to modern times.

A survey of the art of Mesoamerica, tracing the cultural development of the Valley of Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula from the earliest archaeological findings to the present time.

A survey of art of the 20th century including its roots in the 19th century. Topics include the investigation of appropriation from a global perspective, alternative art markets, and the impact of multiculturalism on content, subject matter, and the studio process. A variety of media are covered such as architecture, painting, sculpture, film, photography, and the digital arts.

An overview of the development of dance as an art form from its historical roots to contemporary trends,examining diversity of people, cultures, and events.

Explores theatre as an artistic medium for enhancing an understanding of the diversity of the human experience and as a reflection of the development of civilization. This course focuses on the relationship of theatre to various cultures throughout history, and on the contributions of significant individual artists. This course introduces students to elements of the production process including playwriting, acting, directing, design, and criticism. Students will also survey different periods, styles, and genres of theatre through play reading, discussion, films and viewing and critiquing live theatre, including required attendance of theatre productions.

The study of the history of world theatre from the Origins of Theatre through the 17th Century. The history and development of theatre and drama are studied in relationship to cultural political and social conditions of the time. Plays are read for an analysis of structure, plot, character and historical relevance. Students undertaking this course on-line will need to purchase access to a web site in addition to the text.

The study of the history of world theatre from the Baroque through to 21st Century theater. The history and development of theater and drama are studied in relationship to cultural political and social conditions of the time. Plays are read for an analysis of structure, plot, character and historical relevance.

An introduction to a variety of international film styles, themes, and directors, as well as to the art of the documentary and experimental film. Emphasis is placed on ways films communicate through acting, photography, sound, and editing.

The development of American film through critical appraisal of major directors' works from both the sound and silent eras. The films examined are representative of their directors as artists and of major social, cultural and aesthetic movements within the film industry and country.

An historical examination of cinema from around the world as well as the personalities, cultures, and social conditions that have contributed to the art form. Comparison and contrast to the Hollywood model will result from critical screenings and class discussions.

An overview of the music of Western (European) civilization including analysis of its common forms, examination of its basic elements, survey of its development, and discussion of its relationship to the other arts and to general cultural history. Designed for the general student; music majors should enroll in Music 101 and 102.

A study of the development of the music of Western civilizations from the ancient Greeks and early Christian periods through music of the eighteenth-century Baroque period. Recommended course for the music major.

A study of the development of music from the Classic and Romantic periods through the contemporary period. Recommended course for the music major.

A general survey course tracing the roots and special idiosyncrasies of the American popular music tradition from medieval Europe and Africa to the commercial and non-commercial world of today.

A study of the music of many cultures around the world. Includes an overview of the cultures and social situations that gave rise to these varied musical forms of expression.

This course is a historical survey of the evolving nature of photography from the 1800’s to the present. This course examines the role and function of photography and its cultural history, including its relationship to the fine arts, sciences, social sciences, fashion, and mass media. Emphasizes the aesthetic and historical influences on photography, as well as the medium of photography’s effects upon society and culture and as a form of visual communication.

This course introduces students to the characteristics of the criminal justice system in the United States. Focus is placed on examining crime measurement, theoretical explanations of crime, responses to crime, components of the system, and current challenges to the system. The course examines the evolution of the principles and approaches utilized by the justice system and the evolving forces which have shaped those principles and approaches. Although justice structure and process is examined in a cross cultural context, emphasis is placed on the U.S. justice system, particularly the structure and function of U.S. law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Students are introduced to the origins and development of criminal law, legal process, and sentencing and incarceration policies.

Theories of the causes of criminal behavior, focusing on the person and the group; criminal behavior systems; the police behavioral response to criminal activity and its nature and causes.

An introductory course on contemporary human sociocultural adaptations from around the world. This course is a cross-cultural survey of important avenues of anthropological research and attempts to understand and explain the similarities and differences in human behavior, social institutions, and total ways of life. By studying all human societies, anthropologists attempt to understand the variability of culture to gain a holistic view of the human condition.

An introduction to the study of archaeological concepts, methods, and theory as well as human prehistory. The course will cover many of the fundamental principles of archaeological research and provide an overview of human prehistory from the earliest evidence of culture up to the development of literate civilizations. We will also explore the types of questions archaeologists ask about the human past and the scientific methods used to address these questions.

Origins, social organization, geographic and political histories of Native Americans in California, and the effects of colonialism and settler colonialism. Exploration of the evolving relationship of Indigenous peoples and nations with settler colonial societies. Course surveys California Indigenous peoples,. selected tribal community histories, federal and state Indian policies, and California Indigenous history. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ANTH 107.

An introduction to international economic issues. Explores why countries trade and addresses the consequences of trade restrictions. Alternative exchange rate systems, factors that cause exchange-rate fluctuations, and the determinants of a country's balance of trade are covered. Other topics include the politics of trade policy, the impact of trade on the job market, the role of international institutions in the global economy, financial crises, global environmental issues, and international debt problems. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for Economics 141 or Global Studies 141. May be taken prior to or concurrently with Econ 101 or Econ 102, or Econ 121 or Bus 121.

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of intercultural communication within the context of the social and behavioral sciences. It focuses on how human behavior, societal structures, and communication are shaped by culture, perception, and identity. Through theoretical frameworks and empirical research, students will critically examine communication dynamics across diverse cultural groups, assess the socio-psychological impacts of culture on communication and analyze the historical and contemporary factors influencing intercultural relations. This course is not open to students who have received credit for SPCH 110.

An introduction to aggregate economic analysis. Topics include market systems; economic cycles including recession, unemployment, and inflation; national income accounts; macroeconomics equilibrium; money and financial institutions; monetary and fiscal policy; and international trade and finance. ECON 101 may be taken prior to or concurrently with ECON 102/ECON 121/BUS 121.

An introduction to types of individual economic units. Topics include scarcity, opportunity costs, comparative advantage, supply, demand, elasticity, cost theory, price and output determination under various market structures and factor markets. Related topics such as international trade, public choice, income distribution, externalities and government regulation will also be included. ECON 102 may be taken prior to or concurrently with ECON 101/ECON 121/BUS 121.

An introduction to international economic issues. Explores why countries trade and addresses the consequences of trade restrictions. Alternative exchange rate systems, factors that cause exchange-rate fluctuations, and the determinants of a country's balance of trade are covered. Other topics include the politics of trade policy, the impact of trade on the job market, the role of international debt problems. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for Business 141.

Examines the progression of development in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains and identifies developmental milestones for children from conception through adolescence. Emphasis on interactions between biological processes and environmental factors. Students will observe children, evaluate individual differences, and analyze characteristics of development at various stages according to developmental theories.

The processes of socialization focusing on the interrelationship of family, school, and community. Examines the influence of multiple societal contexts. Explores the role of collaboration between family, community, and schools in supporting children’s development, birth through adolescence.

Using sociological and interdisciplinary approaches, this course introduces students to major concepts, theories, processes, and events in the study of racial and ethnic groups.  It focuses on the historical and contemporary experiences of Native Americans, Latino/a/x and Chicano/a Americans, African Americans, and Asian Americans as a way of exploring ideas such as individual and systemic racisms, colonialism and decolonization, racial/ethnic stratification, marginalization, white privilege, and intersectionality.  It also explores the ways in which these groups have resisted, adapted, and sometimes thrived in ways that have made significant and enduring contributions to our society.  More broadly, the course also investigates the processes and circumstances that have led to the construction of race and racial categories in the modern world States.  Finally, the course aims to provide a foundation for students to engage in practices that challenge racism and racial inequality. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 120.

Origins, social organization, geographic and political histories of Native Americans in California, and the effects of colonialism and settler colonialism. Exploration of the evolving relationship of Indigenous peoples and nations with settler colonial societies. Course surveys California Indigenous peoples,. selected tribal community histories, federal and state Indian policies, and California Indigenous history. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ANTH 107.

A historical survey of the Chicano residing in the southwest United Sates. The course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the Mexican American/Chicano heritage with emphasis on the contemporary experience in the United States. The course will include an analysis of the economic, political, social, and intellectual elements of the culture of the Mexican American/Chicano community, and a study of the changing relationship of the community to the general society of the United States. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HIST 120.

This is a survey of the history of African Americans from their origins in Africa to the present covering the political, cultural, social, and economic experiences of African Americans. Students will encounter the social, economic, and legal institutions which characterized being black in the United States at various periods in the nation's history.  Topics include African civilization, slavery, the Diaspora, abolition, reconstruction, segregation, Harlem Renaissance, Civil Rights Movement, African Americans in politics, and race in Modern America. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HIST 121.

Introduction to the phenomenon of globalization and a broad range of cultural, economic, political, and social issues confronting the globalized world today. Structured around three thematic categories:(1) culture and society,(2) governance and conflict, and (3) integrated economic systems. Designed to explore multifaceted connections among nation-states; nongovernmental organizations; ethnic, cultural, and religious groups; and populations around the world.

An introduction to international economic issues. Explores why countries trade and addresses the consequences of trade restrictions. Alternative exchange rate systems, factors that cause exchange-rate fluctuations, and the determinants of a country's balance of trade are covered. Other topics include the politics of trade policy, the impact of trade on the job market, the role of international institutions in the global economy, financial crises, global environmental issues, and international debt problems. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for Business 141 or Economics 141. May be taken prior to or concurrently with Econ 101 or Econ 102, or Econ 121 or Bus 121.

A historical perspective is used to explore our human role in shaping the earth's cultural landscapes. Globalization and cultural diversity are course themes. Topics include population and migration; the geography of language, religion, and social customs; economic forms; settlements; and resource problems.

A study of the world's major geographic regions. The course focuses on the increasing globalization of the world and a movement towards greater emphasis on cultural diversity.

An interdisciplinary, multi-cultural exploration of the development of the great civilizations: China/Japan, Egypt, Greece/Rome, India, Mesopotamian, and Pre-Columbian. Important ideas, events and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 101.

An interdisciplinary examination of the expansion, contraction, and conflicts of the major world civilizations from the 16th century to the present. Focus is on ideas, events, and discoveries that have shaped our world as viewed through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 102.

An interdisciplinary, multicultural exploration of the development of the civilizations of East Asia from their origins through the 20th century including China, Japan, and South East Asia. Important ideas, events, and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 103.

A survey of United States history (New World exploration to 1877) and its method of research through critical thinking involving the economic, political, international, and ethnic factors fundamental for understanding the nation's origins and early development.

A survey of United States history (1877 to the present) through philosophic systems as related to critical thinking involving the political, ethnic, economic, and international factors fundamental for understanding the nation's growth since the Civil War.

A brief survey of United States history (New World exploration to the present), and its method of research through critical thinking involving the economic, political, international, and ethnic factors fundamental for understanding the nation's origins and growth.

The history of California from the earliest explorers to the present, with emphasis on major social and cultural themes.

A historical survey of the Chicano residing in the southwest United States. The course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the Mexican American/Chicano heritage with emphasis on the contemporary experience in the United States. The course will include an analysis of the economic, political, social, and intellectual elements of the culture of the Mexican American/Chicano community, and a study of the changing relationship of the community to the general society of the United States. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 120.

This is a survey of the history of African Americans from their origins in Africa to the present covering the political, cultural, social, and economic experiences of African Americans. Students will encounter the social, economic, and legal institutions which characterized being black in the United States at various periods in the nation's history.  Topics include African civilization, slavery, the Diaspora, abolition, reconstruction, segregation, Harlem Renaissance, Civil Rights Movement, African Americans in politics, and race in Modern America. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 121.

An interdisciplinary, multicultural exploration of the development of the great civilizations: China/Japan, Egypt, Greece/Rome, India, Mesopotamian, and Pre-Columbian. Important ideas, events and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for History 101.

An interdisciplinary examination of the expansion, contraction, and conflicts of the major world civilizations from the 16th century to the present. Focus is on ideas, events, and discoveries that have shaped our world as viewed through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for HIST 102.

An interdisciplinary, multicultural exploration of the development of the civilizations of East Asia from their origins through the 20th century: China, Japan, and South East Asia. Important ideas, events, and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for History 103.

This introductory course examines a wide range of issues related to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community, and how those issues impact family, education and the community.

This course examines the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community in the 21st century including issues, events, and activism impacting LGBTQ families and education.

This is an introductory course examining a variety of approaches to the study of political science with particular emphasis on the American political system in comparative perspective. Topics discussed include nature of politics, comparative politics, selected political philosophers, principles of government, methods used by political scientists, and American government. This course satisfies part of the history and government requirements for the California State Colleges and Universities and Allan Hancock College. Students receiving credit must demonstrate satisfactory knowledge about national and state government.

A study of the forces and conditions involved in the actions, interactions and relations of nations and organizations within the international system. Emphasis is placed on the tools of analysis for understanding and predicting behavior on the international stage.

This course is an introduction to the comparative analysis of contemporary governmental institutions, political processes and their environments. The survey includes current political institutions, citizen participation, political problems, politics, and policies within these systems. 

Introduction to political theory. Focuses on concepts like: authority, liberty, equality, law, justice, community, rights, citizenship, property, class conflict, and constitutionalism. Readings from major thinkers, such as Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Aquinas, Machiavelli, Locke, Hobbes, Rousseau, Marx, Nietzsche, Rawls, and others.

This course is an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, political issues, and public policy using political science theory and methodology.

A study of American government at the national, state, and local levels. Governmental principles, institutions, and their historical development are examined. This course satisfies part of the history and government requirements for the California State Colleges and Universities, University of California, Allan Hancock College, and many private colleges. (F,S). The course is not open to students who received credit for POLS 103. 

This psychology based research methods class will cover the scientific method and various research approaches. Topics covered consist of sampling procedures, descriptive research including observational and correlational studies, experimental research including single and multi-factorial designs, quantitative and qualitative research methods, and ethics in psychological research. Students will apply APA methodology, read, evaluate and interpret research papers, and relate the scientific method to real world situations.

This course is an introductory overview of the human sexual condition from the perspective of the diverse cultures, sociological and psychological aspects within the United States as well as other countries/cultures. Students will be encouraged to become aware of their own sexual values, attitudes and related behaviors as well as being tolerant of sexual expression/orientation different from their own experience. This course will emphasize social patterns of sexual behavior, sexuality lifespan, sexual norms and abnormalities as well as historical and current sexual problems.

This course covers major contemporary personality theories, compares and contrasts diverse personality perspectives, and applies the theoretical principles to personality, psychological health, and psychological growth.

Examines the multicultural four-stage development of the child from conception through adolescence: first two years, early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence. Each stage is approached from the biosocial development, cognitive development, and psychosocial development perspectives. This course includes various psychological theories fundamental to the child's development.   Other topics include but are not limited to: the impact of nature versus nurture, the impact of different parenting styles, types of attachments as well as issues related to prenatal development and birth.

A balanced study of basic theories, research, and principles of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development from conception to death is presented in an integrated manner; includes behavior, sexuality, nutrition, health, stress, environmental relationships, and implications of death and dying.

This course introduces students to the scientific study of broadly defined psychopathology and atypical or abnormal behaviors. Students will be required to investigate these abnormal behaviors from a variety of perspectives including biological, psychological, and sociocultural approaches. Theory and research in abnormal behavior, as well as intervention and prevention strategies for psychological disorders are also introduced.

An examination of how human behavior, attitudes, emotions, and thoughts are affected by the social situation. Topics include self-concept, intimate relationships, prejudice, obedience to authority, social influence, group-decision making, and multicultural relations. The use of social psychology in understanding diversity, sexism, and international conflicts is discussed. This course meets the Social Science GE requirement.

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. The course is not open to students who received credit for PSY 101.

A survey course in the science of society, which examines major sociological, processes and structures with particular attention to American society. Emphases are placed upon basic sociological concepts, social institutions, social issues, and the connections between individual consciousness and the broader socio-historical context.

A survey and analysis of ethnic groups and their relations in the United States including the stratification systems, prejudice and discrimination.

An introduction to sociological/psychological research methods. Presents the research process from topic selection through data collection for a variety of methods such as surveys, experiments, in-depth interviews, content analysis and comparative/historical research. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for Psychology 104.

A study of today's family from a sociological perspective. An overview of intimate relationships, including love, sex, gender roles, dating, forming partnerships, marriage, parenting, family values, and cultural differences is presented.

Using sociological and interdisciplinary approaches, this course introduces students to major concepts, theories, processes, and events in the study or racial and ethnic groups.  It focuses on the historical and contemporary experiences of Native Americans, Latino/a/x and Chicano/a Americans, African Americans, and Asian Americans as a way of exploring ideas such as individual and systemic racisms, colonialism and decolonization, racial/ethnic stratification, marginalization, white privilege, and intersectionality.  It also explores the ways in which these groups have resisted, adapted, and sometimes thrived in ways that have made significant and enduring contributions to our society.  More broadly, the course also investigates the processes and circumstances that have led to the construction of race and racial categories in the modern world.  Finally, the course aims to provide a foundation for students to engage in practices that challenge racism and racial inequality. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 101.

An exploration of the complex interaction between the mass media and individuals, culture and other social institutions. While focused on the United States, the issue of an increasingly globalized mass media and the emergence of global culture is also addressed. Topics include the effects of mass media on pubic opinion and popular culture; the various racial, ethnic and gender stereotypes in the mass media; the ways in which politics affects and is affected by mass communication; the consequences of privately owned media; the major changes in technologies; and the emergence and growth of a “global culture” based on media technology and organizations.

This course is an introduction to the multi-disciplinary field of urban studies. Taking advantage of the contributions made by disciplines such as history, sociology, economics, psychology, political science, architecture and planning, the course explores the following topics: The origin of cities; the physical, social and cultural characteristics of cities and metropolises; the complexity, richness and challenges of everyday life in urban society; the social problems that plague urban America; and the various strategies being used to solve urban problems and enhance the metropolitan experience. The focus of the course is primarily (although not exclusively) the United States, and special attention is given to issues of class, race and gender.

An introductory course on contemporary human sociocultural adaptations from around the world. This course is a cross-cultural survey of important avenues of anthropological research and attempts to understand and explain the similarities and differences in human behavior, social institutions, and total ways of life. By studying all human societies, anthropologists attempt to understand the variability of culture to gain a holistic view of the human condition.

An introduction to international economic issues. Explores why countries trade and addresses the consequences of trade restrictions. Alternative exchange rate systems, factors that cause exchange-rate fluctuations, and the determinants of a country's balance of trade are covered. Other topics include the politics of trade policy, the impact of trade on the job market, the role of international debt problems. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for Business 141.

Introduction to the phenomenon of globalization and a broad range of cultural, economic, political, and social issues confronting the globalized world today. Structured around three thematic categories:(1) culture and society,(2) governance and conflict, and (3) integrated economic systems. Designed to explore multifaceted connections among nation-states; nongovernmental organizations; ethnic, cultural, and religious groups; and populations around the world.

A historical perspective is used to explore our human role in shaping the earth's cultural landscapes. Globalization and cultural diversity are course themes. Topics include population and migration; the geography of language, religion, and social customs; economic forms; settlements; and resource problems.

An introduction to sociological/psychological research methods. Presents the research process from topic selection through data collection for a variety of methods such as surveys, experiments, in-depth interviews, content analysis and comparative/historical research. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for Psychology 104.

An exploration of the complex interaction between the mass media and individuals, culture and other social institutions. While focused on the United States, the issue of an increasingly globalized mass media and the emergence of global culture is also addressed. Topics include the effects of mass media on pubic opinion and popular culture; the various racial, ethnic and gender stereotypes in the mass media; the ways in which politics affects and is affected by mass communication; the consequences of privately owned media; the major changes in technologies; and the emergence and growth of a “global culture” based on media technology and organizations.

This course is an introduction to the multi-disciplinary field of urban studies. Taking advantage of the contributions made by disciplines such as history, sociology, economics, psychology, political science, architecture and planning, the course explores the following topics: The origin of cities; the physical, social and cultural characteristics of cities and metropolises; the complexity, richness and challenges of everyday life in urban society; the social problems that plague urban America; and the various strategies being used to solve urban problems and enhance the metropolitan experience. The focus of the course is primarily (although not exclusively) the United States, and special attention is given to issues of class, race and gender.

This course provides a foundational introduction to communication studies. Students will explore key communication theories, effective public speaking techniques—both informative and persuasive— and the principles of rhetoric. The course equips students to articulate ideas clearly across diverse contexts and audiences. Students will critically evaluate historical and contemporary speeches while practicing ethical communication to enhance awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Per CalGETC standards, this course is taught in English.

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.

The course is not open to students who received credit for SPCH 101 or COMM 101. Per CalGETC requirements, this course is taught in English. 

Using sociological and interdisciplinary approaches, this course introduces students to major concepts, theories, processes, and events in the study of racial and ethnic groups.  It focuses on the historical and contemporary experiences of Native Americans, Latino/a/x and Chicano/a Americans, African Americans, and Asian Americans as a way of exploring ideas such as individual and systemic racisms, colonialism and decolonization, racial/ethnic stratification, marginalization, white privilege, and intersectionality.  It also explores the ways in which these groups have resisted, adapted, and sometimes thrived in ways that have made significant and enduring contributions to our society.  More broadly, the course also investigates the processes and circumstances that have led to the construction of race and racial categories in the modern world States.  Finally, the course aims to provide a foundation for students to engage in practices that challenge racism and racial inequality. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for SOC 120.

A historical survey of the Chicano residing in the southwest United Sates. The course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the Mexican American/Chicano heritage with emphasis on the contemporary experience in the United States. The course will include an analysis of the economic, political, social, and intellectual elements of the culture of the Mexican American/Chicano community, and a study of the changing relationship of the community to the general society of the United States. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HIST 120.

This is a survey of the history of African Americans from their origins in Africa to the present covering the political, cultural, social, and economic experiences of African Americans. Students will encounter the social, economic, and legal institutions which characterized being black in the United States at various periods in the nation's history.  Topics include African civilization, slavery, the Diaspora, abolition, reconstruction, segregation, Harlem Renaissance, Civil Rights Movement, African Americans in politics, and race in Modern America. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HIST 121.

A historical survey of the Chicano residing in the southwest United States. The course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the Mexican American/Chicano heritage with emphasis on the contemporary experience in the United States. The course will include an analysis of the economic, political, social, and intellectual elements of the culture of the Mexican American/Chicano community, and a study of the changing relationship of the community to the general society of the United States. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 120.

This is a survey of the history of African Americans from their origins in Africa to the present covering the political, cultural, social, and economic experiences of African Americans. Students will encounter the social, economic, and legal institutions which characterized being black in the United States at various periods in the nation's history.  Topics include African civilization, slavery, the Diaspora, abolition, reconstruction, segregation, Harlem Renaissance, Civil Rights Movement, African Americans in politics, and race in Modern America. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 121.

Using sociological and interdisciplinary approaches, this course introduces students to major concepts, theories, processes, and events in the study or racial and ethnic groups.  It focuses on the historical and contemporary experiences of Native Americans, Latino/a/x and Chicano/a Americans, African Americans, and Asian Americans as a way of exploring ideas such as individual and systemic racisms, colonialism and decolonization, racial/ethnic stratification, marginalization, white privilege, and intersectionality.  It also explores the ways in which these groups have resisted, adapted, and sometimes thrived in ways that have made significant and enduring contributions to our society.  More broadly, the course also investigates the processes and circumstances that have led to the construction of race and racial categories in the modern world.  Finally, the course aims to provide a foundation for students to engage in practices that challenge racism and racial inequality. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 101.

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 College Reading and Writing (C-ID ENGL 100) or similar first-year college writing course.

Emphasizes skills application through writing a sequence of argumentative essays. Not open to students who have taken ENGL 103.

Introduction to critical thinking and critical writing. The student will learn techniques of practical reasoning and argumentation, with emphasis on application of these techniques in the writing of a sequence of argumentative essays. Topics include: critical reading, argument analysis, recognizing propaganda and stereotypes, clarifying ambiguity, meaning and definition, evaluation evidence, logical correctness versus factual correctness, and common mistakes in reasoning (formal and informal fallacies). Critical writing strategies are emphasized. Sample arguments for analysis are drawn from readings in philosophy and from culturally diverse sources in other fields. This course has been designed to fulfill the IGETC Critical Thinking/English Composition requirement.

A continuation of American Sign Language (ASL) 120, emphasizing receptive and expressive skills, aspects of ASL grammar, vocabulary, literature, subcultures within the deaf community and the various education regimes for deaf children in the United States.

A culturally diverse exploration of the deaf from Aristotle to the present. Focus is on the ideas, events and laws that have shaped the community as viewed through literature, folklore, art, and philosophy. Interrelationship of societies is emphasized. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for History 138.

Introduces the student to the three major types of creative literature: fiction, drama and poetry, with a view to developing greater critical awareness and polishing the writing skills acquired in ENGL 101.

This course provides a critical and historical study of the literary genre of detective fiction. Students will read representative works by such authors as Doyle, Poe, Hammett, Christie, Chandler, Himes, and McDonald. This course will encompass a variety of fiction selections covering an introduction to the popular literary genre and its origins and growth over the last two centuries. Topics may include the conventions of the form, the elements of fiction, critical thinking applied to solving crimes, and the ethical problems raised in the works under discussion.

This transfer-level literature course surveys the origins of California literature to the present and will encompass a broad spectrum of voices. Students will explore California’s diversity; students will understand and will think critically about their own ideas, beliefs, and assumptions; and students will examine a variety of literary forms (including novels, short stories, letters, poems, plays, and narratives) as representative of California’s history and literature. Topics may include literary movements, conventions of genres, and literary elements such as plot, characterization, theme, and setting. The course is designed to sharpen students’ reading, writing, and critical thinking skills with special attention to close reading (analysis and criticism).

Surveys American writers and literary movements through 1865. Either one or both semesters of American Literature partially fulfill the humanities requirement of the GE for California State Universities and the University of California.

Surveys American writers and literary movements from 1865 to present. Either one or both semesters of American Literature partially fulfill the humanities requirement of the GE for California State Universities and the University of California. ENGL 130 is not a prerequisite to this course.

Techniques of literary and film criticism and application of those techniques to films and the literary works inspired them. Emphasis is given to the critical analysis of the transformations that occur when literary forms are adapted for the screen.

Designed to increase student understanding and enjoyment of modern fiction through a study of selected works by 20th century authors. Selections may vary from semester to semester. English 133 has no geographical boundaries, but includes works by American and English authors, as well as works in translation.

Ethnic studies movements have been led by the words of poets, who possess the tools to embolden the masses. This course analyzes the historical and contemporary protest poetry written by African and Black American, Asian and Pacific Island American, Native American Indigenous, Latino/a American poets and others, and is grounded in Ethnic Studies theory, such as institutional oppression, immigrant survivalism, racial, gender and sexual identity. Course material will focus on the close reading of activism poetry, provide an interdisciplinary framework to understand power struggles in the United States, and will conclude with a community engaged poetry event led by student readers. This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ES 135.

Introduction to Shakespeare in which a number of major works are read, with close attention to language, structure, and historical content.

Ethnic studies embodies solidarity and collective liberation, but liberation cannot be achieved without analyzing differences. This course explores— through the analysis of contemporary literature, in texts, film and multimedia—concepts of racial-ethnic discrimination experienced by the four minoritized populations—African and Black American, Asian and Pacific Island American, Native American and Latino/a American. Through the study of these ideas of differences, this course will explore the tensions, unity and intersectionality between these communities. The students will end the semester completing a community project that utilizes their skills of advocacy writing to support a non-profit organization that has an impact on the minoritized group studied. They will engage in the question: Would you rather have an enemy or a conversation? This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ES 139.

This class will examine the emergence of the graphic novel, from the comics of the 1920s, the super hero novels of the 1950s, anime and manga to the current crop of diverse novels gone graphic. It will look at the multicultural nature of the novels, with new novels being produced in a variety of countries; and its subversive intentions.

An examination of the ancient epics and classical literature of Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome. Representative readings will include the Epic of Gilgamesh, The Iliad, The Odyssey, Genesis, Antigone, The Aeneid, and Marcus Aurelius Meditations.

A study of the major British writers in the 14th century to the beginning of the Romantic Period around 1800. The course covers the major works of such writers as Chaucer, Shakespeare and Milton, with emphasis on their continuing capacity to talk to us today.

A study of the major British writers since 1800. The course covers selected plays, novels, poems and essays from the outstanding writers of the Romantic and Victorian periods and of the 20th century, including Wordsworth, Shelley, Keats, Browning, Conrad, Yeats, Joyce and Eliot. ENGL 145 is not a prerequisite to this course.

An introduction to contemporary Hispanic literature in translation. Readings from Latin America, as well as Hispanic writers in the United States, have been selected. Course will focus on the themes and symbols characteristic of such literature. Cultural differences will be explored. Students will read selected works both critically and analytically. Films and other media may be included.

This course critically examines the history of Asian Pacific Island Desi Americans (APIDA) as it is embodied within literary texts, emphasizing the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. Through an Ethnic Studies lens, students will examine concepts of collective liberation, self-determination, sovereignty, and critical consciousness in celebrating APIDA narratives, ranging from China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific islands. In engaging in Asian Pacific American studies and theory, students will gain an understanding of identity and recognition, which they will use towards activism and social transformation in their communities. This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ES 150.

This course critically examines the history of Black Americans as it is embodied within literary texts, emphasizing the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. Through an ethnic studies lens, students will examine concepts of  collective liberation, self-determination, sovereignty, and critical consciousness as they are explored through African American intellectual traditions, lived experiences, and racial and social justice struggles, foregrounding the particular and collective roles of Black writers and thinkers in the shaping and development of culture and literature within U.S. society. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for ES 151.

Informed by the intersectionality of race, socioeconomic class, and gender; institutional racism and historic oppression; and borderland identity politics, this course critically examines historical, cultural, sociopolitical, and aesthetic attributes of Latina/o and Chicana/o literature and cultural production. Students will analyze contemporary and classic texts including memoir, fiction, poetry, film, essays, and other visual-verbal expressions with an emphasis on recognizing and affirming plural identities and advocating social justice and equity. Through the celebration of Latina/o narratives, students will gain an understanding of identity and recognition, which they will use towards activism and social transformation within their communities.  This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 152.

This course centers Ethnic Studies frameworks such as advocacy, self-reflection, and collective liberation, as well as concepts such as sovereignty, survivance, gender and sexuality, and intellectual trade. Using these frameworks and concepts, this course’s analyses of literature and cultural expression will account for the Native American response to historical, political, and legal contexts, with emphasis on the specific religious, linguistic, historical, political and cultural context of Native American literary and cultural achievements. Focus is placed on the particular and collective roles of Native American writers and thinkers in the shaping and development of culture and literature within North America with emphasis on the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ES 153.

In recent years, motion pictures have contributed greatly to the ongoing dialog surrounding issues of race in the United States. That said, American cinema’s history is populated with examples of exclusionist and racist practices that have disproportionately marginalized people of color. This course will look closely at the evolving portrayal and participation of African Americans, Asian Americans, Latina and Latino Americans, and Native Americans over the one hundred and twenty years of American cinema. This course will highlight the important work of filmmakers of color engaged in the struggle for justice and equality in representation. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for FILM 122.

Ethnic studies movements have been led by the words of poets, who possess the tools to embolden the masses. This course analyzes the historical and contemporary protest poetry written by African and Black American, Asian and Pacific Island American, Native American Indigenous, Latino/a American poets and others, and is grounded in Ethnic Studies theory, such as institutional oppression, immigrant survivalism, racial, gender and sexual identity. Course material will focus on the close reading of activism poetry, provide an interdisciplinary framework to understand power struggles in the United States, and will conclude with a community engaged poetry event led by student readers.  This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ENGL 135.

Ethnic studies embodies solidarity and collective liberation, but liberation cannot be achieved without analyzing differences. This course explores— through the analysis of contemporary literature, in texts, film and multimedia—concepts of racial-ethnic discrimination experienced by the four minoritized populations—African and Black American, Asian and Pacific Island American, Native American and Latino/a American. Through the study of these ideas of differences, this course will explore the tensions, unity and intersectionality between these communities. The students will end the semester completing a community project that utilizes their skills of advocacy writing to support a non-profit organization that has an impact on the minoritized group studied. They will engage in the question: Would you rather have an enemy or a conversation? This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ENGL 139.

This course critically examines the history of Asian Pacific Island Desi Americans (APIDA) as it is embodied within literary texts, emphasizing the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. Through an Ethnic Studies lens, students will examine concepts of collective liberation, self-determination, sovereignty, and critical consciousness in celebrating APIDA narratives, ranging from China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific islands. In engaging in Asian Pacific American studies and theory, students will gain an understanding of identity and recognition, which they will use towards activism and social transformation in their communities. This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ENGL 150.

This course critically examines the history of Black Americans as it is embodied within literary texts, emphasizing the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. Through an ethnic studies lens, students will examine concepts of collective liberation, self-determination, sovereignty, and critical consciousness as they are explored through African American intellectual traditions, lived experiences, and racial and social justice struggles, foregrounding the particular and collective roles of Black writers and thinkers in the shaping and development of culture and literature within U.S. society. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for ENGL151. 

Informed by the intersectionality of race, socioeconomic class, and gender; institutional racism and historic oppression; and borderland identity politics, this course critically examines historical, cultural, sociopolitical, and aesthetic attributes of Latina/o and Chicana/o literature and cultural production. Students will analyze contemporary and classic texts including memoir, fiction, poetry, film, essays, and other visual-verbal expressions with an emphasis on recognizing and affirming plural identities and advocating social justice and equity. Through the celebration of Latina/o narratives, students will gain an understanding of identity and recognition, which they will use towards activism and social transformation within their communities.  This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ENGL 152.

This course centers Ethnic Studies frameworks such as advocacy, self-reflection, and collective liberation, as well as concepts such as sovereignty, survivance, gender and sexuality, and intellectual trade. Using these frameworks and concepts, this course’s analyses of literature and cultural expression will account for the Native American response to historical, political, and legal contexts, with emphasis on the specific religious, linguistic, historical, political and cultural context of Native American literary and cultural achievements. Focus is placed on the particular and collective roles of Native American writers and thinkers in the shaping and development of culture and literature within North America with emphasis on the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ENGL153.

A study of recent Latino cinema in the Americas in a historical and cultural context. Representation of Latino culture is examined in the context of the global Hollywood structure and in light of various national cinemas. Major social, cultural and aesthetic movements within Latino cinema are explored.

An examination of the documentary form, its impact on culture and society, and its artistic development from the early days of motion pictures through the modern era.

This course provides an introduction to the art and industry of Asian cinema. The course will explore the unique traditions of selected national cinemas from East, South and South-East Asia. Against the backdrop of globalization, we will explore the unique aesthetics of Asian film production.

This class offers a survey of the world's best film directors. Emphasis is given to directors working since 1965.

In recent years, motion pictures have contributed greatly to the ongoing dialog surrounding issues of race in the United States. That said, American cinema’s history is populated with examples of exclusionist and racist practices that have disproportionately marginalized people of color. This course will look closely at the evolving portrayal and participation of African Americans, Asian Americans, Latina and Latino Americans, and Native Americans over the one hundred and twenty years of American cinema. This course will highlight the important work of filmmakers of color engaged in the struggle for justice and equality in representation. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 122.

This course is a continuation of FRCH 101, presenting students with the basic skills for vocabulary and grammar recognition and use, as well as stressing pronunciation, oral skills, reading, and writing at the elementary level. Using a communicative style, students practice French grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, and oral skills [listening and speaking]. This course also includes cultural aspects of the French-speaking world. Lecture: 5 hours per week.

An interdisciplinary, multi-cultural exploration of the development of the great civilizations: China/Japan, Egypt, Greece/Rome, India, Mesopotamian, and Pre-Columbian. Important ideas, events and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 101.

An interdisciplinary examination of the expansion, contraction, and conflicts of the major world civilizations from the 16th century to the present. Focus is on ideas, events, and discoveries that have shaped our world as viewed through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 102.

Surveys the origins, development, and characteristics of Western civilization from earliest times through the period of European exploration and colonization, emphasizing main currents in political, economic, social, intellectual, and scientific history. An effort is made to include some study of the "non-West." This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 104.

Surveys the development and characteristics of Western civilization from 1600 to the present, emphasizing main currents in political, economic, social, intellectual, and scientific history. Some study of the "non-West" is included. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 105.

A culturally diverse exploration of the deaf from Aristotle to the present. Focus is on the ideas, events and laws that have shaped the community as viewed through literature, folklore, art, and philosophy. Interrelationship of societies is emphasized. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ASL 138.

An interdisciplinary, multicultural exploration of the development of the great civilizations: China/Japan, Egypt, Greece/Rome, India, Mesopotamian, and Pre-Columbian. Important ideas, events and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for History 101.

An interdisciplinary examination of the expansion, contraction, and conflicts of the major world civilizations from the 16th century to the present. Focus is on ideas, events, and discoveries that have shaped our world as viewed through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for HIST 102.

Surveys the origins, development, and characteristics of Western civilization from earliest times through the period of European exploration and colonization, emphasizing main currents in political, economic, social, intellectual, and scientific history. An effort is made to include some study of the "non-West." This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HIST 104.

Surveys the development and characteristics of Western civilization from 1600 to the present, emphasizing main currents in political, economic, social, intellectual, and scientific history. Some study of the "non-West" is included. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HIST 105.

An overview of the central issues and movements in philosophy. Topics to be selected from such areas as ethics, political philosophy, metaphysics (the study of reality), epistemology (the study of knowledge), logic, aesthetics, phenomenology and existentialism.

An introduction to the problems of metaphysics (the study of reality and existence) and epistemology (the study of knowledge). Possible topics include the existence of God, freedom versus determinism, the mind/body problem, problems of knowledge, appearance versus reality, and existentialism.

An introduction into the nature of ethics examining ethical issues, traditional and nontraditional ethical systems, and various contemporary ethical problems such as abortion and euthanasia.

An introduction to the religious philosophy, beliefs and practices of six major world religions, including brief historical and cultural background on each. Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Judaism, Islam, and Christianity will be studied.

An exploration of the basic issues involved in the philosophy of religion. Topics covered include the existence of God, the nature of God, the nature of evil, life after death, and the methodology required to find answers to these issues. A variety of approaches and viewpoints will be considered. 

This course is a continuation to SPAN 101. Students work on further vocabulary and grammar skills, pronunciation, oral and listening skills, reading skills, and writing skills. This course also includes cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world not covered in SPAN 101 and/or expands on cultural aspects presented in SPAN 101.

SPAN 103 is designed for intermediate Spanish speakers, entirely taught in Spanish, and therefore ideal for Heritage Speakers, and/or native Spanish-speakers wishing to improve reading and writing literacy. SPAN 103 covers vocabulary and grammar with an emphasis on listening/oral, reading, and writing skills at the intermediate level. This course also includes cultural components of the Spanish-speaking world.

This course is designed for intermediate Spanish speakers, entirely taught in Spanish, and therefore ideal for Heritage Speakers, and/or native Spanish-speakers wishing to improve reading and writing literacy. SPAN 104 is a continuation of SPAN 103. It covers vocabulary and grammar with an emphasis on listening/oral, reading, and writing skills at the intermediate level. This course also includes cultural components of the Spanish-speaking world.

This course is designed to practice vocabulary and grammar covered in SPAN 103 and SPAN 104, with emphasis in oral and listening skills at the advanced level. Reading and writing skills are covered as well. Spanish-language films are used as springboards for conversation of various themes, topics, and cultural experiences. Using a communicative style, students practice Spanish grammar, vocabulary, and oral skills. This conversation course is designed for advanced Spanish speakers, as well as Heritage speakers who wish to improve their oral skills.

A survey course introducing the general principles and fundamental facts of astronomy. Online homework may be required.

An introduction to the earth's physical geography, addressing the origins, patterns and interconnections of weather/climate, water, landforms, living systems and human culture.

An introduction to the physical processes underlying atmospheric and weather phenomena, including global climate change and the impacts of various weather and climate phenomena on society. Topics include atmospheric structure and composition, solar radiation and energy balances, temperature, seasonal changes, atmospheric moisture, clouds and fog, precipitation, air pressure, winds, air masses and fronts, cyclones, dynamics of the atmosphere and ocean, weather forecasting, climate and climate change.

An introduction to the physical and biological aspects of the marine environment, including processes of heat transfer, tides, currents, waves, life in the marine ecosystem, geological processes of shorelines, deep sea geology, plate tectonics, and marine economic resources. Includes field trips to local Coastal areas.

A study of humankind's scientific, social, and ethical interactions with earth systems. Topics include earth processes, geologic hazards, the earth's renewable and non-renewable resources, and the earth's ability accept the products of human waste. This course is not open to students who have received credit for Environmental Studies 102.

An overview of the major areas of physics. Emphasis is on concepts, applications, and the consequences for modern life. An historical perspective on the development of physical theory and its impact on civilization is explored.

An introduction to physics with emphasis on units, vectors and the definitions of physical variables. Tools and strategies necessary to be successful in PHYS 161 are covered.

An introductory course emphasizing the principles and practices of chemistry for the student having no prior background in chemistry. Not open to students currently enrolled in or who have received credit for CHEM 100. Lecture 3 hours weekly. Lab : 3 hours weekly.

A study of the principles and theories of chemistry. Topics include the kinetic molecular theory of matter, atomic structure and the periodic table, chemical bonding, gases and stoichiometry. Experiments in standard qualitative and quantitative analysis emphasizing the collection and interpretation of data are covered in the lab. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 6 hours weekly.

A continuation of Chemistry 150, emphasizing the development of the principles and theories of chemical equilibria, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics and electro-chemistry, including an introduction to modern means of instrumental analysis. The laboratory consists of experiments in standard qualitative and quantitative analysis. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 6 hours weekly.

CHEM 180 focuses on organic compounds and current methods used in the laboratory to synthesize, analyze, and purify. This course discusses physical properties, reactivity, structure, and synthesis of organic compounds and their derivatives during lecture three hours a week. Each week, there are six hours of laboratory time in which gas-chromatography (GC), infrared radiation (IR), and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopic methods are used to analyze while crystallization, extraction, sublimation, and multiple methods of distillation will be used to purify the various compounds synthesized throughout the experiments. This course is designed for biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, medical, pharmacy, and other majors that require a more intensive course than CHEM 140 when transferring to a four-year institution, or preparing for entrance examinations in the fields of dentistry, medicine, or pharmacy. Total 54 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory.

CHEM 181 continues to focus on derivatives of organic compounds and current methods used in the laboratory to synthesize, analyze, and purify. This course discusses physical properties, reactivity, structure, and synthesis of organic compounds and even more derivatives during lecture three hours a week. Each week, there are six hours of laboratory time in which gas chromatography (GC), infrared radiation (IR), and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopic methods are used to analyze while crystallization, extraction, sublimation, and multiple methods of distillation will be used to purify the various compounds synthesized throughout the experiments. This course is designed for biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering, medical, pharmacy, and other majors that require a more intensive course than CHEM 140 when transferring to a four-year institution, or preparing for entrance examinations in the fields of dentistry, medicine, or pharmacy. Total 54 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory.

Physical Geology explores the processes that are shaping Earth today. It examines the formation of rocks and mineral resources, the volcanic and tectonic activity that accompany release of Earth's internal heat, and the sculpting of the planet's surface that occurs as air, water and ice move in response to gravity and energy from the Sun. Lab activities include identification of rocks and minerals, interpretation of topographic and geologic maps, and field studies of regional geologic features.

Historical Geology explores how Earth and the life it supports have changed through time. Geologic principles are used to reconstruct the planet's origin and the events that have modified the physical environment, whereas fossils are used to trace the history of life and discover how natural selection and environmental change have shaped living communities. Lab exercises include the identification of rocks and fossils, map interpretation, and field study of regional geologic history.

An overview of the geologic features and history of California emphasizing an understanding of California's past and present plate tectonic setting, unique landscape features, resources and hazards.

Introduction to the basic principles of physical science and applications of these principles in everyday life. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following: scientific method, measurements, force and motion, work and energy, heat, waves, fluids, electricity, atomic physics, matter, compounds, molecules, chemical reactions, and ions.

Introduction to the basic principles of astronomy and earth sciences and applications of these principles to everyday life. Topics include the solar system, stars, galaxies, and cosmology, structure and formation of the earth, earth quakes, volcanoes, plate tectonics, the atmosphere, the ocean, and weather.

The initial semester of a two-semester introduction to trigonometry-based physics. Emphasizes the origin, nature, and application of fundamental concepts and principles. Required for most life-science and engineering-technology majors. Discusses motion, mechanics of particles and systems of particles, rigid, elastic and fluid systems, vibrations, wave motion, and sound.

A continuation of PHYS 141. Discusses heat, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, geometric and physical optics, atomic and nuclear physics.

The initial semester of a three-semester course in calculus-based physics which emphasizes the origin, nature and application of fundamental concepts and principles. Required for most baccalaureate majors in the physical sciences, engineering and mathematics. Emphasizes mechanics, including measurement, linear and planar motion, statics and dynamics of particles and systems of particles, rigid, elastic and fluid systems.

A continuation of PHYS 161 which discusses temperature, heat, thermodynamics, simple harmonic and wave motion, sound, geometric and physical behavior of light, as well as topics in modern physics, which may include the special theory of relativity, and the quantum theory of atomic and nuclear systems.

A continuation of PHYS 161 which discusses electrostatic forces, fields and potentials, steady electric currents and circuits, magnetic forces and fields, induced electric and magnetic fields, electric and magnetic properties of continuous media, reactive circuits, and electromagnetic waves.

A hands-on laboratory class designed to complement the Anthropology 101 lecture class. This lab class explores the biological basis of human life from an evolutionary perspective through the study of genetics, human variation, human osteology, non-human primates, and hominin fossil remains.

A laboratory course emphasizing practice and interpretation of astronomical observations for students that are concurrently taking the ASTR 100 lecture course or those that have previously passed it with a grade of "C" or higher. When weather permits, students will observe objects in the sky with and without instruments such as telescopes. In-class simulations will be substituted when direct observation is not possible. The moon, stars, constellations, planets and other solar system bodies, and various deep-sky objects will be studied as well as the methods used to catalog, chart, and find them.

This course is design to provide supplemental exercises in topics covered in Physical Geography lecture. Lab experience will include map analysis and interpretation, weather prognostication, landform processes and evolution, tectonics, biogeography, and habitat analysis.

A continuation of American Sign Language (ASL) 120, emphasizing receptive and expressive skills, aspects of ASL grammar, vocabulary, literature, subcultures within the deaf community and the various education regimes for deaf children in the United States.

A culturally diverse exploration of the deaf from Aristotle to the present. Focus is on the ideas, events and laws that have shaped the community as viewed through literature, folklore, art, and philosophy. Interrelationship of societies is emphasized. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for History 138.

Introduces the student to the three major types of creative literature: fiction, drama and poetry, with a view to developing greater critical awareness and polishing the writing skills acquired in ENGL 101.

This course provides a critical and historical study of the literary genre of detective fiction. Students will read representative works by such authors as Doyle, Poe, Hammett, Christie, Chandler, Himes, and McDonald. This course will encompass a variety of fiction selections covering an introduction to the popular literary genre and its origins and growth over the last two centuries. Topics may include the conventions of the form, the elements of fiction, critical thinking applied to solving crimes, and the ethical problems raised in the works under discussion.

This transfer-level literature course surveys the origins of California literature to the present and will encompass a broad spectrum of voices. Students will explore California’s diversity; students will understand and will think critically about their own ideas, beliefs, and assumptions; and students will examine a variety of literary forms (including novels, short stories, letters, poems, plays, and narratives) as representative of California’s history and literature. Topics may include literary movements, conventions of genres, and literary elements such as plot, characterization, theme, and setting. The course is designed to sharpen students’ reading, writing, and critical thinking skills with special attention to close reading (analysis and criticism).

Surveys American writers and literary movements through 1865. Either one or both semesters of American Literature partially fulfill the humanities requirement of the GE for California State Universities and the University of California.

Surveys American writers and literary movements from 1865 to present. Either one or both semesters of American Literature partially fulfill the humanities requirement of the GE for California State Universities and the University of California. ENGL 130 is not a prerequisite to this course.

Techniques of literary and film criticism and application of those techniques to films and the literary works inspired them. Emphasis is given to the critical analysis of the transformations that occur when literary forms are adapted for the screen.

Designed to increase student understanding and enjoyment of modern fiction through a study of selected works by 20th century authors. Selections may vary from semester to semester. English 133 has no geographical boundaries, but includes works by American and English authors, as well as works in translation.

Ethnic studies movements have been led by the words of poets, who possess the tools to embolden the masses. This course analyzes the historical and contemporary protest poetry written by African and Black American, Asian and Pacific Island American, Native American Indigenous, Latino/a American poets and others, and is grounded in Ethnic Studies theory, such as institutional oppression, immigrant survivalism, racial, gender and sexual identity. Course material will focus on the close reading of activism poetry, provide an interdisciplinary framework to understand power struggles in the United States, and will conclude with a community engaged poetry event led by student readers. This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ES 135.

Introduction to Shakespeare in which a number of major works are read, with close attention to language, structure, and historical content.

Ethnic studies embodies solidarity and collective liberation, but liberation cannot be achieved without analyzing differences. This course explores— through the analysis of contemporary literature, in texts, film and multimedia—concepts of racial-ethnic discrimination experienced by the four minoritized populations—African and Black American, Asian and Pacific Island American, Native American and Latino/a American. Through the study of these ideas of differences, this course will explore the tensions, unity and intersectionality between these communities. The students will end the semester completing a community project that utilizes their skills of advocacy writing to support a non-profit organization that has an impact on the minoritized group studied. They will engage in the question: Would you rather have an enemy or a conversation? This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ES 139.

This class will examine the emergence of the graphic novel, from the comics of the 1920s, the super hero novels of the 1950s, anime and manga to the current crop of diverse novels gone graphic. It will look at the multicultural nature of the novels, with new novels being produced in a variety of countries; and its subversive intentions.

An examination of the ancient epics and classical literature of Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome. Representative readings will include the Epic of Gilgamesh, The Iliad, The Odyssey, Genesis, Antigone, The Aeneid, and Marcus Aurelius Meditations.

A study of the major British writers in the 14th century to the beginning of the Romantic Period around 1800. The course covers the major works of such writers as Chaucer, Shakespeare and Milton, with emphasis on their continuing capacity to talk to us today.

A study of the major British writers since 1800. The course covers selected plays, novels, poems and essays from the outstanding writers of the Romantic and Victorian periods and of the 20th century, including Wordsworth, Shelley, Keats, Browning, Conrad, Yeats, Joyce and Eliot. ENGL 145 is not a prerequisite to this course.

An introduction to contemporary Hispanic literature in translation. Readings from Latin America, as well as Hispanic writers in the United States, have been selected. Course will focus on the themes and symbols characteristic of such literature. Cultural differences will be explored. Students will read selected works both critically and analytically. Films and other media may be included.

This course critically examines the history of Asian Pacific Island Desi Americans (APIDA) as it is embodied within literary texts, emphasizing the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. Through an Ethnic Studies lens, students will examine concepts of collective liberation, self-determination, sovereignty, and critical consciousness in celebrating APIDA narratives, ranging from China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific islands. In engaging in Asian Pacific American studies and theory, students will gain an understanding of identity and recognition, which they will use towards activism and social transformation in their communities. This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ES 150.

This course critically examines the history of Black Americans as it is embodied within literary texts, emphasizing the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. Through an ethnic studies lens, students will examine concepts of  collective liberation, self-determination, sovereignty, and critical consciousness as they are explored through African American intellectual traditions, lived experiences, and racial and social justice struggles, foregrounding the particular and collective roles of Black writers and thinkers in the shaping and development of culture and literature within U.S. society. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for ES 151.

Informed by the intersectionality of race, socioeconomic class, and gender; institutional racism and historic oppression; and borderland identity politics, this course critically examines historical, cultural, sociopolitical, and aesthetic attributes of Latina/o and Chicana/o literature and cultural production. Students will analyze contemporary and classic texts including memoir, fiction, poetry, film, essays, and other visual-verbal expressions with an emphasis on recognizing and affirming plural identities and advocating social justice and equity. Through the celebration of Latina/o narratives, students will gain an understanding of identity and recognition, which they will use towards activism and social transformation within their communities.  This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 152.

This course centers Ethnic Studies frameworks such as advocacy, self-reflection, and collective liberation, as well as concepts such as sovereignty, survivance, gender and sexuality, and intellectual trade. Using these frameworks and concepts, this course’s analyses of literature and cultural expression will account for the Native American response to historical, political, and legal contexts, with emphasis on the specific religious, linguistic, historical, political and cultural context of Native American literary and cultural achievements. Focus is placed on the particular and collective roles of Native American writers and thinkers in the shaping and development of culture and literature within North America with emphasis on the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ES 153.

In recent years, motion pictures have contributed greatly to the ongoing dialog surrounding issues of race in the United States. That said, American cinema’s history is populated with examples of exclusionist and racist practices that have disproportionately marginalized people of color. This course will look closely at the evolving portrayal and participation of African Americans, Asian Americans, Latina and Latino Americans, and Native Americans over the one hundred and twenty years of American cinema. This course will highlight the important work of filmmakers of color engaged in the struggle for justice and equality in representation. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for FILM 122.

Ethnic studies movements have been led by the words of poets, who possess the tools to embolden the masses. This course analyzes the historical and contemporary protest poetry written by African and Black American, Asian and Pacific Island American, Native American Indigenous, Latino/a American poets and others, and is grounded in Ethnic Studies theory, such as institutional oppression, immigrant survivalism, racial, gender and sexual identity. Course material will focus on the close reading of activism poetry, provide an interdisciplinary framework to understand power struggles in the United States, and will conclude with a community engaged poetry event led by student readers.  This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ENGL 135.

Ethnic studies embodies solidarity and collective liberation, but liberation cannot be achieved without analyzing differences. This course explores— through the analysis of contemporary literature, in texts, film and multimedia—concepts of racial-ethnic discrimination experienced by the four minoritized populations—African and Black American, Asian and Pacific Island American, Native American and Latino/a American. Through the study of these ideas of differences, this course will explore the tensions, unity and intersectionality between these communities. The students will end the semester completing a community project that utilizes their skills of advocacy writing to support a non-profit organization that has an impact on the minoritized group studied. They will engage in the question: Would you rather have an enemy or a conversation? This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ENGL 139.

This course critically examines the history of Asian Pacific Island Desi Americans (APIDA) as it is embodied within literary texts, emphasizing the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. Through an Ethnic Studies lens, students will examine concepts of collective liberation, self-determination, sovereignty, and critical consciousness in celebrating APIDA narratives, ranging from China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific islands. In engaging in Asian Pacific American studies and theory, students will gain an understanding of identity and recognition, which they will use towards activism and social transformation in their communities. This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ENGL 150.

This course critically examines the history of Black Americans as it is embodied within literary texts, emphasizing the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. Through an ethnic studies lens, students will examine concepts of collective liberation, self-determination, sovereignty, and critical consciousness as they are explored through African American intellectual traditions, lived experiences, and racial and social justice struggles, foregrounding the particular and collective roles of Black writers and thinkers in the shaping and development of culture and literature within U.S. society. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for ENGL151. 

Informed by the intersectionality of race, socioeconomic class, and gender; institutional racism and historic oppression; and borderland identity politics, this course critically examines historical, cultural, sociopolitical, and aesthetic attributes of Latina/o and Chicana/o literature and cultural production. Students will analyze contemporary and classic texts including memoir, fiction, poetry, film, essays, and other visual-verbal expressions with an emphasis on recognizing and affirming plural identities and advocating social justice and equity. Through the celebration of Latina/o narratives, students will gain an understanding of identity and recognition, which they will use towards activism and social transformation within their communities.  This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ENGL 152.

This course centers Ethnic Studies frameworks such as advocacy, self-reflection, and collective liberation, as well as concepts such as sovereignty, survivance, gender and sexuality, and intellectual trade. Using these frameworks and concepts, this course’s analyses of literature and cultural expression will account for the Native American response to historical, political, and legal contexts, with emphasis on the specific religious, linguistic, historical, political and cultural context of Native American literary and cultural achievements. Focus is placed on the particular and collective roles of Native American writers and thinkers in the shaping and development of culture and literature within North America with emphasis on the intersectionalities of race, gender, class, sexual identity, and interethnic relations. This course is not open to students who have enrolled in or who have received credit for ENGL153.

A study of recent Latino cinema in the Americas in a historical and cultural context. Representation of Latino culture is examined in the context of the global Hollywood structure and in light of various national cinemas. Major social, cultural and aesthetic movements within Latino cinema are explored.

An examination of the documentary form, its impact on culture and society, and its artistic development from the early days of motion pictures through the modern era.

This course provides an introduction to the art and industry of Asian cinema. The course will explore the unique traditions of selected national cinemas from East, South and South-East Asia. Against the backdrop of globalization, we will explore the unique aesthetics of Asian film production.

This class offers a survey of the world's best film directors. Emphasis is given to directors working since 1965.

In recent years, motion pictures have contributed greatly to the ongoing dialog surrounding issues of race in the United States. That said, American cinema’s history is populated with examples of exclusionist and racist practices that have disproportionately marginalized people of color. This course will look closely at the evolving portrayal and participation of African Americans, Asian Americans, Latina and Latino Americans, and Native Americans over the one hundred and twenty years of American cinema. This course will highlight the important work of filmmakers of color engaged in the struggle for justice and equality in representation. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ES 122.

This course is a continuation of FRCH 101, presenting students with the basic skills for vocabulary and grammar recognition and use, as well as stressing pronunciation, oral skills, reading, and writing at the elementary level. Using a communicative style, students practice French grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, and oral skills [listening and speaking]. This course also includes cultural aspects of the French-speaking world. Lecture: 5 hours per week.

An interdisciplinary, multi-cultural exploration of the development of the great civilizations: China/Japan, Egypt, Greece/Rome, India, Mesopotamian, and Pre-Columbian. Important ideas, events and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 101.

An interdisciplinary examination of the expansion, contraction, and conflicts of the major world civilizations from the 16th century to the present. Focus is on ideas, events, and discoveries that have shaped our world as viewed through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 102.

Surveys the origins, development, and characteristics of Western civilization from earliest times through the period of European exploration and colonization, emphasizing main currents in political, economic, social, intellectual, and scientific history. An effort is made to include some study of the "non-West." This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 104.

Surveys the development and characteristics of Western civilization from 1600 to the present, emphasizing main currents in political, economic, social, intellectual, and scientific history. Some study of the "non-West" is included. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 105.

A culturally diverse exploration of the deaf from Aristotle to the present. Focus is on the ideas, events and laws that have shaped the community as viewed through literature, folklore, art, and philosophy. Interrelationship of societies is emphasized. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for ASL 138.

An interdisciplinary, multicultural exploration of the development of the great civilizations: China/Japan, Egypt, Greece/Rome, India, Mesopotamian, and Pre-Columbian. Important ideas, events and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for History 101.

An interdisciplinary examination of the expansion, contraction, and conflicts of the major world civilizations from the 16th century to the present. Focus is on ideas, events, and discoveries that have shaped our world as viewed through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for HIST 102.

Surveys the origins, development, and characteristics of Western civilization from earliest times through the period of European exploration and colonization, emphasizing main currents in political, economic, social, intellectual, and scientific history. An effort is made to include some study of the "non-West." This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HIST 104.

Surveys the development and characteristics of Western civilization from 1600 to the present, emphasizing main currents in political, economic, social, intellectual, and scientific history. Some study of the "non-West" is included. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HIST 105.

An overview of the central issues and movements in philosophy. Topics to be selected from such areas as ethics, political philosophy, metaphysics (the study of reality), epistemology (the study of knowledge), logic, aesthetics, phenomenology and existentialism.

An introduction to the problems of metaphysics (the study of reality and existence) and epistemology (the study of knowledge). Possible topics include the existence of God, freedom versus determinism, the mind/body problem, problems of knowledge, appearance versus reality, and existentialism.

An introduction into the nature of ethics examining ethical issues, traditional and nontraditional ethical systems, and various contemporary ethical problems such as abortion and euthanasia.

An introduction to the religious philosophy, beliefs and practices of six major world religions, including brief historical and cultural background on each. Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Judaism, Islam, and Christianity will be studied.

An exploration of the basic issues involved in the philosophy of religion. Topics covered include the existence of God, the nature of God, the nature of evil, life after death, and the methodology required to find answers to these issues. A variety of approaches and viewpoints will be considered. 

This course is a continuation to SPAN 101. Students work on further vocabulary and grammar skills, pronunciation, oral and listening skills, reading skills, and writing skills. This course also includes cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world not covered in SPAN 101 and/or expands on cultural aspects presented in SPAN 101.

SPAN 103 is designed for intermediate Spanish speakers, entirely taught in Spanish, and therefore ideal for Heritage Speakers, and/or native Spanish-speakers wishing to improve reading and writing literacy. SPAN 103 covers vocabulary and grammar with an emphasis on listening/oral, reading, and writing skills at the intermediate level. This course also includes cultural components of the Spanish-speaking world.

This course is designed for intermediate Spanish speakers, entirely taught in Spanish, and therefore ideal for Heritage Speakers, and/or native Spanish-speakers wishing to improve reading and writing literacy. SPAN 104 is a continuation of SPAN 103. It covers vocabulary and grammar with an emphasis on listening/oral, reading, and writing skills at the intermediate level. This course also includes cultural components of the Spanish-speaking world.

This course is designed to practice vocabulary and grammar covered in SPAN 103 and SPAN 104, with emphasis in oral and listening skills at the advanced level. Reading and writing skills are covered as well. Spanish-language films are used as springboards for conversation of various themes, topics, and cultural experiences. Using a communicative style, students practice Spanish grammar, vocabulary, and oral skills. This conversation course is designed for advanced Spanish speakers, as well as Heritage speakers who wish to improve their oral skills.

A hands-on laboratory class designed to complement the Anthropology 101 lecture class. This lab class explores the biological basis of human life from an evolutionary perspective through the study of genetics, human variation, human osteology, non-human primates, and hominin fossil remains.

A laboratory course emphasizing practice and interpretation of astronomical observations for students that are concurrently taking the ASTR 100 lecture course or those that have previously passed it with a grade of "C" or higher. When weather permits, students will observe objects in the sky with and without instruments such as telescopes. In-class simulations will be substituted when direct observation is not possible. The moon, stars, constellations, planets and other solar system bodies, and various deep-sky objects will be studied as well as the methods used to catalog, chart, and find them.

This course is design to provide supplemental exercises in topics covered in Physical Geography lecture. Lab experience will include map analysis and interpretation, weather prognostication, landform processes and evolution, tectonics, biogeography, and habitat analysis.

A scientific approach to the livestock industry encompassing aspects of animal anatomy, physiology, nutrition, genetics and epidemiology. Emphasis on the origin, characteristics, adaptations and contributions of livestock to the modern agriculture industry. Field trips may be required.

An introductory course on the study of human evolution that explores the history of evolutionary thought, the biological basis of life, genetics, population biology, modern human variation, paleontology, primatology and hominid evolution. Important scientific and social issues that relate to biological anthropology will also be presented. Students are encouraged to concurrently enroll in Anthropology 110.

Explores contemporary problems generated by human scientific, social and ethical interaction with the environment. Lectures examine the scope of present environmental problems, possible future impacts, and potential solutions. Topics include human impact on the environment, ecological controversies, ecosystem operation, water and energy perspectives, and values of wilderness preservation. Emphasis is on both local and global dimensions of the above topics.

Introduction to plant science including structure, growth processes, propagation, physiology, growth media, biological competitors, and post-harvest factors of food, fiber, and ornamental plants.

An introduction to the concepts of biology. Designed for majors in fields other than biological science, the course investigates the nature of science, cells, genetics, evolution, ecology, and biodiversity. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 3 hours weekly.

An examination of the functional anatomy of the human organism. Lectures and laboratories investigate the microscopic and macroscopic structures of the major organ systems.

A study of the functions and interactions of human cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. Metabolic processes, negative feedback mechanisms, and homeostatic regulation are investigated in both lecture and laboratory sections. Emphasis is on the interaction of physiological processes responsible for the maintenance of normal body functions. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab 3 hours weekly.

An introduction to microorganisms, including morphology, physiology, and growth of bacteria and other microorganisms such as viruses. The role of bacteria and viruses as part of the human microbiome and host defenses against pathogens are emphasized. Laboratory procedures include identification, growth and metabolism of bacteria. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 5 hours weekly.

An introductory study of marine organisms and their interactions in marine ecosystems with an emphasis on the organisms and ecosystems of the Central California coast. Several field trips to the marine shore required. 

A study of the nature of life, emphasizing its molecular and cellular aspects of life, particularly cellular reactions as governs organismic metabolism, biological and chemical evolution, and Mendelian genetics. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 6 hours weekly.

A survey of the plant kingdom, including structure and functions, heredity, evolution and ecology, economic uses, taxonomic classification, the role of plants in the ecosystem, and important problems common to all plants. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab 6 hours weekly.

Intended for the biology major, an exploration and survey of the animal phyla and non-photosynthetic, single-celled, eukaryotic taxa. Comparative structure, function, and life cycles of animals, as well as principles of evolution, taxonomy, and systematics are covered. Topics include development, morphology and physiology, phylogeny, and behavior of animals, as well as principles of evolution, mechanisms of evolutionary change, and speciation. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab 6 hours weekly.

An introductory course on contemporary human sociocultural adaptations from around the world. This course is a cross-cultural survey of important avenues of anthropological research and attempts to understand and explain the similarities and differences in human behavior, social institutions, and total ways of life. By studying all human societies, anthropologists attempt to understand the variability of culture to gain a holistic view of the human condition.

An introduction to international economic issues. Explores why countries trade and addresses the consequences of trade restrictions. Alternative exchange rate systems, factors that cause exchange-rate fluctuations, and the determinants of a country's balance of trade are covered. Other topics include the politics of trade policy, the impact of trade on the job market, the role of international debt problems. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or who have received credit for Business 141.

Introduction to the phenomenon of globalization and a broad range of cultural, economic, political, and social issues confronting the globalized world today. Structured around three thematic categories:(1) culture and society,(2) governance and conflict, and (3) integrated economic systems. Designed to explore multifaceted connections among nation-states; nongovernmental organizations; ethnic, cultural, and religious groups; and populations around the world.

A historical perspective is used to explore our human role in shaping the earth's cultural landscapes. Globalization and cultural diversity are course themes. Topics include population and migration; the geography of language, religion, and social customs; economic forms; settlements; and resource problems.

An introduction to sociological/psychological research methods. Presents the research process from topic selection through data collection for a variety of methods such as surveys, experiments, in-depth interviews, content analysis and comparative/historical research. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for Psychology 104.

An exploration of the complex interaction between the mass media and individuals, culture and other social institutions. While focused on the United States, the issue of an increasingly globalized mass media and the emergence of global culture is also addressed. Topics include the effects of mass media on pubic opinion and popular culture; the various racial, ethnic and gender stereotypes in the mass media; the ways in which politics affects and is affected by mass communication; the consequences of privately owned media; the major changes in technologies; and the emergence and growth of a “global culture” based on media technology and organizations.

This course is an introduction to the multi-disciplinary field of urban studies. Taking advantage of the contributions made by disciplines such as history, sociology, economics, psychology, political science, architecture and planning, the course explores the following topics: The origin of cities; the physical, social and cultural characteristics of cities and metropolises; the complexity, richness and challenges of everyday life in urban society; the social problems that plague urban America; and the various strategies being used to solve urban problems and enhance the metropolitan experience. The focus of the course is primarily (although not exclusively) the United States, and special attention is given to issues of class, race and gender.