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ENG 111
Freshman Composition II (3). Prerequisite: ENG 110 or . MAT 105 Finite Mathematics (3). Prerequisite: Fulfillment of the ELM requirement. Satisfies the Quantitative Reasoning requirement of the General Studies Program. Includes development and applications of the following topics: Combinatorics, Probability, Measures of Central Tendency, Mathematics of Finance, Linear Programming, Progressions, Series, Graph Theory, Problem Solving and Mathematical Reasoning. A-C/NC Grading. (return to top of page) MAT 131 Elementary Statistics and Probability (3). Prerequisite: Fulfillment of the ELM requirement. A practical course in probability and statistics including such topics as the binomial and normal distributions, confidence intervals, t, F, and chi-square tests, linear regression and correlation, and conditional probability. (return to top of page) MAT 153 College Algebra and Trigonometry (4). Prerequisite: MAT 009 or equivalent and fulfillment of the ELM requirement. Topics include functions and their graphs; systems of linear and quadratic equations; ratios, proportion, variation; sequences; mathematical induction; the binomial theorem; complex numbers; theory of equations and trigonometry. (return to top of page) MAT 171 Survey of Calculus for Management and Life Sciences (4). Prerequisite: Fulfillment of the ELM requirement. Not available for credit to students who have credit in MAT 191or its equivalent or courses that have MAT 191 as a prerequisite. Functions, linear equations, the derivative and its applications, the integral and its applications, and partial derivatives. Four hours of lecture per week. (return to top of page) MAT 191 Calculus I (4). Prerequisite: MAT 153 or equivalent with a grade of C or better and fulfillment of the ELM requirement. Differential and integral calculus of one variable: limits, continuity, derivatives, applications of derivatives, integration, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, applications of the integral, exponential and logarithmic functions. Elements of geometry as needed to develop the calculus. (return to top of page) MAT 193
Calculus II (4). Prerequisite: MAT 191 or equivalent with a C grade
or better. Differentiation and integration of trigonometric functions, techniques
of integration, conic sections, polar coordinates, parametric equations, and
solid analytic geometry. (return
to top of page) Logic/Critical Reasoning PHI 120
Critical Reasoning (3). Introduction to methods of critical thinking
including the nature of arguments, formal and informal fallacies, deductive
and inductive arguments. Provides student with critical skills in both academic
and non-academic context. A-C/NC grading. Oral Communication THE 120
Fundamentals of Speech (2). Basic oral communication skills, with
practice in a variety of speech-oriented situations. One hour of lecture and
two hours of activity per week. Library Skills LIB 150
Library Skills and Strategies (2). Designed to acquaint students
with the use of academic libraries. Practical exercises will develop skills
for effectively utilizing library resources to fulfill research needs. Recommended
for all students. One hour of lecture and two hours of activity per week.
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Sciences CHE 102 Chemistry for the Citizen (3). A non-mathematical treatment of the basic principles of chemistry and their application to various facets of life in a highly technological society. EAR 100 Physical Geology (3). Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in EAR 101 is recommended. Volcanoes, earthquakes, oceanic processes and continental drift. Rock and mineral identification is enhanced by concurrent enrollment in EAR 101. Meets certain general studies requirements (is fundamental to Earth Science majors/minors), and has wide-ranging applications in art, commerce, public policy, and science. Field Trip. (return to top of page) GEO 200 Physical Geography (3). Classical natural systems, including earth-sun relationships, atmospheric flows, terrestrial biogeography, landforms, and processes of change; introduction to modern monitoring methods using maps, satellite reconnaissance, and geographic information systems. PHY 100 Patterns in Nature (3). Unifying principles of elastic, sound, light and matter waves. Models of nature. Successes and failures of wave and particle models and their synthesis. Designed for non-science students. Partially meets lower division General Studies requirement in Natural Sciences. (return to top of page) Life Sciences ANT 101 Introduction to Biological Anthropology (3). Examination of human biology. Introduces scienctific approaches to genetics and evolution, primate evolution and behavior, evidence from fossil record for human evolution and biological variation among modern humans, human growth and disease patterns, and human demography. BIO 102
General Biology (3). Representative topics in modern biology,
emphasizing the present state of knowledge and the major means whereby
this knowledge is being expanded. Science Labratory BIO 103L
General Biology Laboratory (1). Prerequisite: BIO 102 or equivalent
(may be taken concurrently). Laboratory work and demonstrations in representative
areas of modern biology. Emphasizes scientific methodology. Three hours of
laboratory per week. EAR 101L Physical Geology Laboratory (1). Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in EAR 100 is recommended. Nature and origin of rocks and minerals through determination of physical properties of specimens. Topographic and geologic map analysis. Geological features from stereoscopic air photos. Recommended elective for students interested in the outdoors, archaeology, mineral deposits, land use, and natural hazards. (return to top of page)
Arts Courses ART 100 Looking at Art (3). Learning to perceive art through discussion of selected historical periods, development of a descriptive vocabulary, and observation of actual works of art. Introduction to theories of interpretation and evaluation. (return to top of page) ART 101 Experiencing Creative Art (3). Learning modes of artistic expression through discussion of theories of composition, examination of the lives and goals of selected artists and art movements, and creation of individual and group art projects. Discussion of projects to develop skills in art criticism. (return to top of page) COM 130 Film Classics (3). Viewing and analysis of selected American and foreign films of the sound era which represent milestones in the development of the cinema. Guest film makers and performers from the industry may discuss various DAN 130 Dance Perceptions (3). Introduction of dance in America through the viewing of dance, films, videotapes, and live performances. Application of aesthetic perception and criticism skills to determine artistic value of ballet, modern jazz, and tap dance performances. Three hours of lecture/viewing per week. (return to top of page) MUS 101 Introducing Music (3). The technique of listening to music. The elements of music, musical forms, and historical styles. Concert attendance and discussion will be an integral part of the course. Satisfies a requirement in General Education. (return to top of page) MUS 110 Music Fundamentals (3). Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MUS 109 is recommended. Music rudiments taught through reading, writing, harmonizing and creating songs. Includes principles of notation, key signatures, scales, intervals, triads and chord processions. Satisfies a requirement for General Education. (return to top of page) THE 100 Television, Film, and Theatre (3). Appreciation of the performing arts of television, film, and the live theater through the viewing of films and videotapes, as well as attendance at plays and musicals. (return to top of page) THE 160 Acting for Nonmajors (3). Introductory course for nonmajors who wish to develop awareness and control of the voice and body while building self-
AFS 200 Introduction to Africana Studies (3). Prerequisite: Completion of EPT requirement. An introduction to the discipline of Africana Studies. An overview of the philosophical underpinnings, evolution, theories and concepts, and practical applications of the disciplines; and the African-centered, holistic method of studying the African world. AFS 231 Africana Literary Traditions (3). Prerequisite: ENG 111. Introduction to Africana Literary traditions. Focuses on how Africana writers use language and images to recreate their specific and shared histories. Selects authors who represent distinct literary traditions and discusses the major characteristics of each tradition.
CHS 100 The Americas: European Cultural and Historical Synthesis (3). An in-depth study of the Mexican Indian and European Peoples who created major New World mestizo culture that influences a significant portion of the Western Hemisphere today. (return to top of page) ENG 230 Appreciation of Literature (3). Prerequisite: ENG 111. Ways of reading literature to enhance understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment. Requires frequent writing assignments. FRE 220 Second-Year French (3). Prerequisite: At least one year of college French or consent of instructor. Individualized instruction in French language, life and letters for second-year and advanced first-year students in French. This course taken successfully twice complete lower division requirements for the major and minor. Repeatable course. (return to top of page) HUM 212 Introduction to African-American Culture (3). Prerequisite: ENG 110. Exploration of the fusion of African and American cultures in the development of the African American culture, with particular emphasis on music, dance, oral literature, language, drama and art. (return to top of page) PHI 101 Values and Society (3). The role of values as motivations and as goals in our lives. General knowledge of what values are and how they influence us on individual and societal levels. Students are asked to construct solutions to value problems, for example, problems of justice. Essays as well as exams. (return to top of page) PHI 102 Humanity, Nature and God (3). Critical examination of perennial philosophical issues such as the existence of God, free will, truth. Both Western and non-Western perspectives are discussed. Gives student a general understanding of his/her societal context. Essays as well as exams. (return to top of page) SPA 151 Introduction to Hispanic culture (3). A designated geographical area studies course focusing on patterns of culture in the Spanish-speaking world. Specific topic will vary from semester to semester; for example, Mexico and the Southwestern U.S., or Contemporary Spain. Conducted in English. (return to top of page) SPA 221 Intermediate Spanish II (3). Prerequisite: SPA 220 or equivalent. A continuation of Spanish 220, with emphasis on reading and writing. (return to top of page) Social Sciences Perspectives on Individuals, Groups & Society (3) ECO 200 Contemporary Economic Issues and Problems (3). An examination of contemporary economic institutions , issues and problems as they affect various groups in our society. Familiarization with basic analytical tools and techniques necessary for studying current issues. (return to top of page)
SOC 101 The Individual in Society (3). An introduction to the study of self, socialization, and social interaction. Inter-personal relations and the structure of social roles; deviance and normality in everyday life. (return to top of page) SOC 102 Understanding Social Relationships (3). Dynamics of the basic units of society, such as marriage and family groups, associations, and bureaucracy. Study of work, class and nobility, conflict and cooperation, crime, delinquency and social control. (return to top of page) ANT 102 Ancient Civilizations (3). Examinations of the origins and development of world civilizations. Usinf evidence from the archaeological record, the written record, the arts, literature, and the sciences, human cultural achievements are examined from the earliest beginnings to the sixteenth century. GEO 100 Earth, The Human Home (3). Cultural, physical, and biological earth systems. Emphasizes human geography and adaptation to physical habitats. (return to top of page) HIS 100 Perspectives on the Present (3). Exploration of the ways in which history and historians provide perspective and background analysis of current issues. Focus is upon case studies, such as origins of the Civil Rights movement; the family in history; cycles of economic depression; colonial independence movements; origins of modern science. (return to top of page) HIS 120 World Civilizations I (3). The rise and development of key world civilizations from ancient times to 1500. Emphasis upon ideas, cultures, individuals and institutions that are part of the world's heritage. (return to top of page) HIS 121 World Civilizations II (3). Contacts and conflicts among peoples and nations of the world from 1500 to the present. Emphasis upon ideas, movements, individuals and institutions that have shaped the modern world. (return to top of page) POL 100 General Studies Political Science: World Perspectives (3). An introduction to world affairs and the role of the individual in an increasingly complex and interdependent international system. Both the conceptual and practical aspects of problem solving and decision making are examined as they relate to international cooperation and conflict. (return to top of page) Perspectives on U.S. History HIS 101 History of the United States (3). A study of the ideals, creeds, institutions, and behavior of the peoples of the United States. Meets the State requirement in U.S. History. Perspectives on U.S. and California Government (3) POL 101 American Institutions (3). A study of contemporary political institutions with emphasis on the philosophy, structure, and behavior of the American political system, including the state of California. Meets the State requirement in U.S. Constitution and California State and Local government. HSC 201 Health Perspectives (3). Examinations of health care delivery systems and personal health as integrated physiological, social, and psychological processes. Topics include role of healthcare providers; major healthcare organizations; contemporary healthcare issues; interactions of healthcare and physical environmental changes which influence health of the whole person. (return to top of page) KIN 235 Lifetime Fitness (3). Examination of components of fitness; training principles, energy sources; nutrition and weight control research; stress reduction techniques; and fitness programs. Fitness assessment and development of personalized fitness program. Meets General Education Requirement for the Whole Person. (return to top of page) REC 100 Dimensions of Leisure (3). Investigation of leisure, recreation, and personal and social adjustments to leisure. Examination of use and misuse of leisure. Students develop personal philosophy of recreation and increase awareness of impact of leisure on American society. (return to top of page) UNV 101 Personal, Social and Intellectual Development (3). A consideration of individual development with the goal of increasing knowledge of self and others within the University. Topics include self-knowledge and assessment, learning to learn, career development, and making the best use of University resources. (return to top of page)
Integrative
Studies in the Humanities HUM 312
Key Movements (3). Prerequisite: HUM 200 or equivalent. Analysis
of HUM 314 Key Issues (3). Prerequisite: HUM 200 or equivalent. Analysis of major contemporary issues from a humanistic point of view. Examples include the role of the arts in society; literature and the rights of women, romantic love, visions of Los Angeles, etc. Repeatable for credit with different topics. (return to top of page) Integrative
Studies in the Natural Sciences SMT 312
Natural Processes and Human Welfare (3). Prerequisite: Completion
of lower division G.S. science requirements. Impact of natural events on human
activities and vice versa. Mankind's uneasy relationship with atmosphere,
ocean and not-so-solid earth. SMT 314
Introduction to Cosmology (3). Prerequisite: Completion of lower
division G. S. science requirements. An introduction to the major theories
of the origin and structure of the universe and the evidence for them, with
attention to the way earlier ideas have been incorporated in modern thought.
The "Big Bang Theory" will be examined in depth. SMT 416
Earth Sciences for Teachers (3). Prerequisite: Completion of lower
division G. S. science requirements. Study of planet earth including such
topics as geology, volcanoes, earthquakes, fossils, oceanography, weather,
and astronomy as appropriate for elementary and junior high school teachers.
Two hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. Integrative
Studies in Social Sciences SBS 318 Cultural Pluralism (3). Prerequisite: Completion of lower division social science requirements. Analysis of cultural diversity and the processes of cultural interaction, inner-ethnic relations and social integration on the community, national and international levels. Repeatable for credit for up to nine units with different topics. (return to top of page) |