| |
Science NOTE: For all courses which have both a lecture component and an activity or laboratory component (e.g .SCI 101/101A ; SCI 210/210L ), both components are corequisities; that is, they must be taken concurrently.
|
| |
-
SCI 111/111A - Success in Science (1/1)
Continued exploration of the various majors in the College of Science and the role science plays in society. Explorations of career paths. Promotion of life-long learning skills that will enable students to be successful not only in college, but throughout their lives. Scientific values and integrity. Campus resources. On-line resources. Speakers. Field trips. Recommended for students in Science Educational Enhancement Services (SEES), but open to all students. Courses fulfill GE Area E in combination with SCI 110/110A .
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 1 lecture, 1 two-hour activity.
When Offered: W
|
| |
-
SCI 200 - Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-2)
Individual or group investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
When Offered: F, W, Sp
|
| |
-
SCI 210/210L - Physics Concepts and Activities (3/1)
Introduction to physics concepts, covering mechanics, heat, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, properties of matter, and modern physics. Inquiry based laboratory work and student-led activities prepare students to teach science. Subject matter is related to the California Science Content Standards and teaching resources are developed. Includes field work in an elementary school.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 191 or equivalent.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment in SCI 210 and 210L is required.
Component(s): 3 lectures, 1 three-hour lab.
When Offered: F, W, Sp
|
| |
-
SCI 211/211L - Chemical Sciences (3/1)
The basic concepts of chemistry and an overview of the applications of chemistry from atomic theory through biochemistry. Laboratory activities include fundamental experiments that can be adopted for elementary school teaching.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 3 lectures, 1 three-hour lab.
When Offered: W, Sp
|
| |
-
SCI 212/212L - Earth Sciences (3/1)
Foundations in the science of Geology and Earth Science with emphasis on applications important in teaching. Laboratory sessions emphasize experiments useful for elementary school teachers.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 3 lectures, 1 three-hour lab.
When Offered: F, Sp
|
| |
-
SCI 213/213L - Life Science for Elementary Educators (3/1)
Introduction to life science including basic physiology, cell biology, ecology, genetics and evolution. The role of science in modern society and the impact of human civilization on other organisms considered. Modeling of effective K-8 curriculum, teaching and assessment practices. Designed to satisfy the general education requirement of life science for prospective elementary educators. Lecture and lab are integrated ways that closely models elementary science teaching. Course fulfills GE Sub-areas B2 and B3 when taken with SCI 210/210L , SCI 211/211L , and SCI 212/212L .
Prerequisite(s): Completion of SCI 210/210L and SCI 211/211L recommended but not required.
Concurrent: Concurrent enrollment required.
Component(s): 3 lectures, 1 three-hour lab.
Note(s): SCI 213/213L, if taken alone, will not satisfy GE Sub-areas B2 and B3.
|
| |
-
SCI 215/215A - Introduction to Interdisciplinary GIS Studies (3/1) Crosslisted as: ENV 215/215A /EGR 215/215A /CLS 215/215A
Introduction to GIS and cartographic principles. Interdisciplinary overview of geographic information system (GIS) applications, and basic computer mapping techniques. Diagnostic assessment of student skills and development of study plans.
Component(s): 3 hours lecture/problem-solving, 2 hours activity.
|
| |
-
SCI 250 - Integrated Science I (5)
Key facts, theories, tools, and techniques of seven sciences integrated by showing how their phenomena are examples of the same fundamental systems processes, hierarchies and emergence, flows and networks, boundaries and limits. Includes similarities and differences of the scientific method across the sciences, and similarities between the natural and social sciences.
Component(s): No lectures. Multimedia self-study, 2 two-hour, face-to-face skill-training and discussion sessions weekly. One interdisciplinary lab session every 3 weeks.
|
| |
-
SCI 251 - Integrated Science II (5)
Key facts, theories, and techniques of seven sciences integrated by showing their phenomena are examples of the same fundamental systems processes, feedback and regulation, cycles and oscillations, stability and equilibrium. Includes similarities and differences of the scientific method across the sciences, and similarities between the natural and social sciences.
Prerequisite(s): SCI 250
Component(s): No lectures. Multimedia self-study, 2 two-hour, face-to-face skill-training and discussion sessions weekly. One interdisciplinary lab session every 3 weeks.
|
| |
-
SCI 299/299A/299L - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)
Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
Component(s): Instruction is be lecture/problem-solving, laboratory or a combination.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
|
| |
-
SCI 310 - Integrated Science III (6)
Key facts, theories, tools, and techniques of seven sciences integrated by showing how their phenomena are examples of the same fundamental systems processes, symmetry and duality, chaos and origins, development and evolution. Includes similarities and differences of the scientific method across science, and similarities between the natural and social sciences.
Prerequisite(s): SCI 251
Component(s): No lectures. Multimedia self-study, 2 two-hour, face-to-face skill-training and discussion sessions weekly. One interdisciplinary lab session every 3 weeks.
|
| |
-
SCI 400 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-2)
Individual or group investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
|
| |
-
SCI 450 - Philosophic Implications of Science (4)
Reading and discussion of works of eminent scientists and philosophers concerning those results of science that have a bearing on philosophic problems. Readings may be from authors such as Schrodinger, Russell, Huxley, Chardin, Kuhn.
Prerequisite(s): senior standing in one of the natural or physical sciences, mathematics or consent of instructor.
Component(s): 4 lectures.
When Offered: Sp
|
| |
-
SCI 460 - Problems in Oceanographic Studies (3-5)
Course offered in conjunction with the CSU Ocean Studies Institute (OSI). Topics vary each term.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 107 , ENG 109 , or ENG 110 ; upper division standing; and permission of instructor.
Repeatable: May be repeated as needed.
Note(s): See chair of Biological Sciences Department for further information.
|
| |
-
SCI 461 - Senior Research I (2)
Selection, design, and initiation of a research project.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, completion of most single subject science program required courses, and permission of instructor.
Component(s): 1 hour discussion, 9 hours laboratory, field or classroom research.
Grading: Graded
Note(s): This course (or equivalent) is required for individuals enrolled in the Science Subject Matter Preparation Program.
|
| |
-
SCI 462 - Senior Research II (2)
Continuation and completion of the research project and thesis. Topic selection, independent literature review, project design, use of research techniques, data collection, analysis and formal written report are done under the supervision of a research advisor.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, completion of most single subject science program required courses, and permission of instructor.
Pre or Corequisite(s): SCI 461 .
Component(s): 1 hour discussion, 9 hours laboratory, field, or classroom research.
Grading: Graded
Note(s): This course (or equivalent) is required for individuals enrolled in the Science Subject Matter Preparation Program.
|
| |
-
SCI 463 - Senior Seminar (4)
Contemporary and interdisciplinary subjects that transcend traditional boundaries among the physical and life sciences. The science, ethics, diversity, technology and safety-related aspects of topics are examined from the perspectives of biology, chemistry, geology and physics.
Pre or Corequisite(s): Senior standing, SCI 461 and SCI 462 , or equivalent.
Component(s): 4 lecture/discussion hours.
Grading: Graded
Note(s): This course is required for individuals enrolled in the Science Subject Matter Preparation Program.
|
| |
-
SCI 470 - Cooperative Education (1-4)
Part-time or full-time work experience that applies scientific principles to practice. To be taken in sequence.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing or approval of co-op coordinator. The work assignment must have prior approval.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Maximum 16 units.
|
| |
-
SCI 471 - Cooperative Education (1-4)
Part-time or full-time work experience that applies scientific principles to practice. To be taken in sequence.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing or approval of co-op coordinator. The work assignment must have prior approval.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Maximum 16 units.
|
| |
-
SCI 472 - Cooperative Education (1-4)
Part-time or full-time work experience that applies scientific principles to practice. To be taken in sequence.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing or approval of co-op coordinator. The work assignment must have prior approval.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Maximum 16 units.
|
| |
-
SCI 473 - Cooperative Education (1-4)
Part-time or full-time work experience that applies scientific principles to practice. To be taken in sequence.
Prerequisite(s): junior standing or approval of co-op coordinator. The work assignment must have prior approval.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Maximum 16 units.
|
| |
-
SCI 475 - Beyond Curie: Women in Math, Science, and Engineering (4) Crosslisted as: EGR 475 .
Social implications and history of the contribution of women in math, science, and engineering. Examination of how socially defined identities affected the careers of female scientists. Combined with examination of current and specific topics in mathematics, science, and engineering.
Component(s): 4 hours seminar.
|
| |
-
SCI 484 - Science and Technology Seminar (4) Crosslisted as: EGR 484
Issues to be explored will include, but not be limited to: the impact of science and technology on civilization and human values; ecological issues; history of science and technology; scientific method and reasoning; heath and diseases; medical technology and its ethical implications; general systems theory and its application.
Prerequisite(s): One GE course from each of the following Sub-areas: A1, A2, A3 and B1, B2, B4. GE Synthesis course for Sub-area B5.
|
| |
-
SCI 499/499A/499L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)
Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory or a combination.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
When Offered: F, W, Sp, Su
|
Science, Technology, and Society |
| |
-
STS 201 - Introduction to Science, Technology, and Society (4)
Examines the interrelation among science, technology, and society. Historical and current cases bringing to light the nature of science, and the involvement of values in science and technology. Course fulfills GE Sub-area C2.
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
Grading: Graded.
|
| |
-
STS 461 - Science, Technology, and Society Capstone Seminar (4)
Intensive study of the historical, social, political, economic, and ethical dimensions of a topic in science or technology. Selection and development of project for STS majors and minors.
Prerequisite(s): STS 201 and senior standing.
Component(s): 4 seminars.
|
| |
-
STS 462 - Science, Technology, and Society Senior Project (3)
Implementation of project development in STS 461. Project results presented in a formal report to the campus community.
Prerequisite(s): STS 461 .
Component(s): 3/3 field work.
Note(s): Open only to STS majors.
|
| |
-
STS 463 - Science, Technology, and Society Senior Project (3)
Implementation of project development in STS 461 . Project results presented in a formal report to the campus community.
Prerequisite(s): STS 461 .
Component(s): 3/3 field work.
Note(s): Open only to STS majors.
|
Science and Mathematics Education |
| |
-
SME 501 - Mathematics and Sciences Learning for Adults (3)
Mathematics and sciences learning theories including cognitive, metacognitive and affective variables in learning mathematics and sciences. Adult development and adult learning theories. Diversity in mathematics and sciences instruction.
Component(s): 3 lecture discussions.
|
| |
-
SME 502L - Practicum for College Mathematics and Science Faculty (3)
Development and practice of organizational and andragogical skills appropriate for the college mathematics or science instructor.
Prerequisite(s): SME 501 and a concurrent teaching assignment in a college mathematics or science class.
Component(s): 3 laboratories.
|
| |
-
SME 503 - Issues in Higher Education for College Faculty (3)
The historical development of higher education: the California Master Plan; campus and system governance; the role of the faculty; educational and organizational responses to diversity, access, equity and excellence at the post-secondary level; student subgroups and the changing demographics.
Component(s): 3 lecture discussions.
|
Sociology |
| |
-
SOC 200 - Special Study for Lower Division Studies (1-2)
Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at freshmen and sophomore levels.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
|
| |
-
SOC 201 - Principles of Sociology I (4)
Sources of materials and methods of sociological study. Concepts and principles, including contemporary social theory, elementary forms of social organization, culture and socialization.
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
Grading: Optional credit/no credit grading basis for non-majors at the student’s request.
Note(s): Course fulfills GE Sub-area D3.
|
| |
-
SOC 202 - Principles of Sociology II (4)
Continuation of the sources of materials and methods of sociological study, including social inequality, population, collective behavior, and selected social institutions.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 204 - Research Methods in Sociology I (4)
Introduction and intermediate exposure to the methods, techniques, theoretical approaches and data analysis used in sociological research. Emphasis on quantitative methods, theoretical approaches and critical debates.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 and open only to PSY and SOC majors and minors.
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 205 - Research Methods in Sociology II (4)
Introduction and intermediate exposure to the following methods, techniques, and data analysis used in carrying out sociological research: field research, interviews, discourse analysis, focus groups, life history and narrative analysis. SOC 205 emphasizes qualitative research methods.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 and SOC 204 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 301 - Contemporary Social Problems (4)
Survey of contemporary U.S. and international social problems including those related to environment, social institutions, crime, and health. Sociological analysis of the political, economic, and cultural impact of social problems. Course fulfills GE Synthesis D4.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Area A and GE Area D (1, 2, and 3).
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 302 - Criminology (4)
Causal theories, nature, extent, control, and prevention of crimes. Differences across cultures with emphasis on prevention and rehabilitation, both inside and outside penal institutions.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 305 - Classic Sociological Theory (4)
Presents and critiques fundamental theoretical assumptions of classic sociological theory. Marx, Weber and Durkheim and other classical theorists. Patterns of thought necessary for critical analysis of sociological theories are systematically outlined and utilized by students.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 and SOC 202 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 306 - Contemporary Sociological Theory (4)
Presents and critiques fundamental theoretical assumptions of contemporary sociological theory. Symbolic interactionism, structuralism, post-structuralism, postmodernism and multi-racial feminism. Patterns of thought necessary for critical analysis and sociological theories are systematically outlined and utilized by students.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 , SOC 202 , and SOC 305 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 307/307A - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (3)
Correlational techniques and inferential statistics useful to behavioral scientists. Product moment and rank order correlation coefficients, t-ratios, introduction to analysis of variance, selected non-parametric statistics. Selection, application, and interpretation of appropriate statistics for analysis of behavioral data.
Prerequisite(s): STA 120 , PSY 204 or SOC 204 .
Corequisite(s): PSY/SOC 307 and PSY/SOC 307A.
Component(s): 3 lecture, 1 two-hour activity.
|
| |
-
SOC 307/307A - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (3/1)
Correlational techniques and inferential statistics useful to behavioral scientists. Product moment and rank order correlation coefficients, t-ratios, introduction to analysis of variance, selected non-parametric statistics. Selection, application, and interpretation of appropriate statistics for analysis of behavioral data.
Prerequisite(s): STA 120 , PSY 204 or SOC 204 .
Corequisite(s): PSY 307/SOC 307 and PSY/SOC 307A
Component(s): 3 lectures, 1 two-hour activity.
|
| |
-
SOC 309 - Social Stratification and Inequality (4)
Theories and research concerning social stratification; historical roots and contemporary manifestations of inequitable power relationships in the areas of class, race, gender, and sexuality; subordinate group responses to inequality.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 , SOC 202 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 310 - Social Organization (4)
Structure and function of selected social organizations, with emphasis on social processes, social evolution, and social planning.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 320 - Ethnic Relations in America (4)
Social and social-psychological theory in relation to prejudice and discrimination. Emphasis on current ethnic contacts and conflicts in the United States. Comparison with such conflicts in other parts of the world.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 321 - Family as a Social Institution (4)
Social and cultural development of the family as a social institution, focusing upon the structures, functions, cultural cross-cultural and historical variation forms of disorganization and analysis of current trends.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 322 - Politics as a Social Institution (4)
Relates social structure to the political process and how individuals and groups maneuver for relative advantage in the context of local and regional politics.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 323 - Sociology of Minority Communities (4)
Materials and methods of the sociological study of minority communities; comparisons of minority communities across cultures; concepts and principles; differential structure and process of minority group life; social institutions in the context of value system conflict; indigenous efforts to alleviate community problems.
Prerequisite(s): upper division standing.
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 324 - Religion in American Life (4)
Focus upon the various religious orientations in the United States and other countries. Inter-relationship among ethnicity, social class, and religious affiliation discussed.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 328 - Gender and Sexuality (4)
An interdisciplinary survey of gender differences, sex roles; the issues and controversies, causes and consequences of the changes in men’s and women’s lives particularly in the last two decades. Historical, cross cultural and future perspectives will be examined. Lecture, small group discussion, class reports.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 or EWS 145 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 330 - Population and Society (4)
Population trends and problems in modern society. Focus on demographic characteristics of world population, with special reference to urban concentrations and underdeveloped nations.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 335 - Social Issues in Film (4)
Analysis of social issues and problems by examining popular culture through contemporary film. Themes to be explored include issues of identity, alienation, deviance, violence, sexuality, race, gender, and social class.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 340 - Social Change (4)
Social theories and explanations of the causes, effects, and meanings of social, political, and cultural change worldwide. Technological, cultural, political, ideological and material changes that precipitated and resulted from industrialization/urbanization and globalization/post-industrialization. Global and local changes in family life, work, leisure and social relations are central.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 345/345A - Computer Methods in Behavioral Science (3/1)
Survey of computer methods in behavioral science research. Use of computers to explore internet resources, to present stimuli and record subject responses, to conduct web-based experiments or surveys, to digitally record or otherwise observe and code behavior, to analyze data using statistical software, and to model human cognition and behavior.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 204 or SOC 204 or PSY 204 or SOC 205 .
Corequisite(s): SOC 345/345A.
Component(s): 3 lecture, 1 two-hour activity.
|
| |
-
SOC 350 - Collective Behavior and Social Movements (4)
Analysis of the dynamics of collective behavior: riots, fads, public opinion and social movements; discussion of different concepts related to social movements including collective consciousness, strategies, alliances, mobilization, co-optation, repression and outcomes.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 360 - Juvenile Delinquency (4)
Juvenile delinquency in California and elsewhere; types and extent; theories of causation; laws, courts, correctional institutions, probation; delinquent subcultures, middle-class delinquency; new programs.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 380 - Political Sociology (4) Crosslisted as: PSY 380.
Social bases of the political process. Socialization, participation, elite mass relationships. Influence of factors such as class, race, religion, and sex on political attitudes and behavior.
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
Note(s): College of Engineering only. Not open to Political Science, Behavioral Science, Psychology, or Sociology majors.
|
| |
-
SOC 400 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-2)
Individual or group investigation, research, or practicum in selected problem areas.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
|
| |
-
SOC 401 - Urban Sociology (4)
The organization of the modern city; emphasis on the social problems of the modern industrial urban center. Analysis of trends in urban and suburban communities; ecological patterns and change.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 402 - Socialization: Self and Society (4)
Analysis of social interaction relating to development of self; reciprocal influences between individual and society. Development of social roles and the symbolic nature of interaction.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 and SOC 202 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 403 - Sociology of Emotion (4)
A seminar to examine emotions from a sociological perspective. Investigation of social, cultural, and historical influences on emotion. Emphases on emotion and display norms, emotion culture and emotion management, the social construction of emotion, socialization of emotion, symbolic interactionist approaches and structural theories.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 202 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 425 - Social Gerontology (4)
Aging as an important part of the human life cycle. Aging as a social, family and personal problem; demographic issues, the aged as a minority. Students select, analyze, and present topics of special interest in this area.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 and SOC 202 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 430 - Sociology of Mental Disorders (4)
An interdisciplinary examination of sociological factors related to the occurrence and prevalence of mental disorders. Wide range of topics, including effects of ethnicity, social class, sex and marital status.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 202 and PSY 202 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 434 - Field Research Methods (4)
Study of field research methods in social settings. Development of skills for collection and analyzing intensive interview and observation data. Development of the social construction of reality perspective.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 , SOC 202 , and SOC 205 .
Component(s): 1 lecture/problem-solving and 120 hours of supervised field work.
|
| |
-
SOC 440 - Technology and Society (4)
Explores the relationship between technological development and social life. How technology impacts society and how social, political and economic factors inhibit and encourage the development of technology. Issues of inequality regarding access are central.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SOC 444/444A - Survey Research (3/1) Crosslisted as: PSY 444/444A
Through the development and execution of an original research project, students become experienced with the methodology, strengths and problems in survey research: hypothesis development, operationalization, sampling, questionnaire construction, data analysis and report writing.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 204 or SOC 204 , SOC 201 , and STA 120 .
Corequisite(s): SOC 444/444A.
Component(s): 3 lecture/problem-solving, 1 two-hour activity.
|
| |
-
SOC 451 - Social Inequality and Sport (4) Crosslisted as: KIN 451
Social inequality is investigated, using sport as an institutional example. Social science theories of inequality are applied to the empirical example of sport. Explanations for inequality, critiques, and possibilities for change are examined within the microcosm of the sports world. Course fulfills GE Synthesis D4.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of GE Area A and GE Area D (1, 2, and 3).
Component(s): 4 lectures.
|
| |
-
SOC 461 - Senior Project (2)
Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Projects typical of problems that graduates must solve in their fields of employment or interest. Formal written report required.
|
| |
-
SOC 462 - Senior Project (2)
Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Projects typical of problems that graduates must solve in their fields of employment or interest. Formal written report required.
|
| |
-
SOC 463 - Undergraduate Seminar (2)
Study and discussion of recent developments in behavioral sciences, contrasted with student’s’ senior project.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 461 , and PSY 462 /SOC 462 .
|
| |
-
SOC 498 - Senior Seminar (4)
Contemporary concepts, issues, and studies in the behavioral sciences.
Prerequisite(s): SOC major and upper division standing.
Component(s): 4 seminar.
|
| |
-
SOC 499/499A/499L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)
Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): PSY/SOC 499 and 499A or 499L (if appropriate).
Component(s): Instruction may be by lecture, activity, laboratory, or a combination.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
|
Social Sciences |
| |
-
SSC 101 - Introduction to Social Sciences (4)
An analysis of each of the many disciplines comprising the social sciences with particular emphasis on their interrelationships. A study of source materials and library techniques as well as methods employed by social scientists. Course fulfills GE Sub-area D3.
Component(s): 4 lecture discussions.
|
Social Work |
| |
-
SW 300 - Survey of Social Welfare (4)
Historical overview of social welfare as an institutional response to social needs. Major focus is on analysis of social problems and society’s responses within the context of current economic and political policy. Evaluation of current trends and future possibilities. Course fulfills GE Sub-area D3.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SW 301 - Social Work Practice (4)
Introduction to generalist model of social work practice. Theoretical foundations for and value base of professional practice. Problem-solving process, the nature of assessment and helping skills, client and worker roles and human diversity.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SW 303 - Human Services in Health Settings (4)
A multidisciplinary examination of the rapid development of specialized health care and human services for children and adults. Problem-solving and analysis of case studies, focus on psycho-social, cultural, religious, government influences in the delivery of health care.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SW 318 - Contemporary Treatment of Law Violators (4)
Introduction and review of the complex problems posed by the criminal justice and corrections field. Historical and current public and private efforts to modify the behavior of the law violator will be reviewed and evaluated through the analysis of case histories.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SW 320 - Probation and Parole (4)
The theoretical and philosophical basis of probation and parole. Historical background; development and practice of investigation; supervision and treatment role of probation and parole officers. Past and present treatment models related to officer, offender, and community.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SW 322 - Family Violence (4)
An introduction to the study of domestic violence and its manifestations in the family. Focus on problem-solving needs of practitioners and educators in identification, referral, case management and treatment of victims and perpetrators.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 .
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
| |
-
SW 402 - Field Work (2)
Students will serve an internship with an organization that has an operation appropriate to their vocational or graduate school interests.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of academic supervisor and placement organization. SOC 201 .
Repeatable: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 4 units.
|
| |
-
SW 431 - Social Policy and Issues (4)
Seminar to examine the cultural and structural elements that shape social policy in the United States. Emphasis on social welfare policy. Topics include: social security, poverty, child welfare, immigration, physical and mental health.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201 , SOC 202 and SW 300 .
Component(s): 4 seminar.
|
| |
-
SW 470 - Death and Dying (4)
Death and dying in American society. Attitudes towards dying expressed in contemporary institutional policies and practices; cultural variations; selected case histories. Social work practice with the dying and their families.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 201
Component(s): 4 lecture discussion.
|
Spanish |
| |
-
SPN 151 - Elementary Spanish I (4)
Essentials of the spoken and written language for the beginner. Fundamentals of pronunciation, intonation and grammar, within a cultural context. Course fulfills GE Sub-area C3.
Component(s): 4 lectures/recitations.
|
| |
-
SPN 152 - Elementary Spanish II (4)
Extension of fundamentals of the spoken and written language within a cultural context for the continuing student. Course fulfills GE Sub-area C3.
Component(s): 4 lectures/recitations.
|
| |
-
SPN 153 - Elementary Spanish III (4)
Advanced grammatical patterns and pronunciation within a cultural context for the continuing student. Course fulfills GE Sub-area C3.
Component(s): 4 lectures/recitations.
|
| |
-
SPN 154 - Spanish for Spanish Speakers I (4)
Development of all four basic skills in Spanish: comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis on orthography, written style, and ability to distinguish between substandard dialects and general Latin American Spanish. Course fulfills GE Sub-area C3.
Prerequisite(s): ability to communicate in spoken Spanish.
Component(s): 4 lectures/recitations.
|
| |
-
SPN 200 - Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-2)
Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
|
| |
-
SPN 250 - Spanish for Spanish Speakers II (4)
Further development of all four basic skills in Spanish: comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis on orthography, written style, and ability to distinguish between substandard dialects and general Latin American Spanish. Course fulfills GE Sub-area C3.
Component(s): 4 lectures/recitations.
|
| |
-
SPN 251 - Intermediate Spanish (4)
Review of grammar and additional elements of Spanish structure presented within the context of Hispanic cultures. Course fulfills GE Sub-area C3.
Component(s): 4 lectures/recitations.
|
| |
-
SPN 252 - Intermediate Spanish Reading (4)
Development of reading comprehension skills for interpreting journalistic and literary styles within a cultural context. Vocabulary building. Decoding of complex discourse structures. Course fulfills GE Sub-area C3.
Component(s): 4 lectures/ problem-solving.
|
| |
-
SPN 253 - Intermediate Spanish Conversation (4)
Intensive practice in comprehension and production of oral Spanish within the framework of Hispanic cultures. Group discussions and oral presentations. Course fulfills GE Sub-area C3.
Component(s): 4 lectures/recitations.
|
| |
-
SPN 254 - Intermediate Spanish Composition (4)
Concentration on practical writing within the framework of Hispanic cultures. Course fulfills GE Sub-area C3.
Prerequisite(s): any 200-level Spanish course.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
|
| |
-
SPN 256 - Introduction to Modern Hispanic Fiction (4)
Readings in the Spanish/Spanish American short story. Analysis and discussion of texts within a cultural context.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
|
| |
-
SPN 260 - Business Spanish (4)
Business vocabulary, grammatical structures, and cultural concepts necessary to do business in the Spanish-speaking world. Content suitable for students pursuing careers in business international studies or as interpreters.
Component(s): 4 hours lecture/discussion.
|
| |
-
SPN 299 - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-4)
Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): may be required.
Component(s): Lecture, laboratory, or a combination of both.
Minimum/Maximum Units: Credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
|
| |
-
SPN 350 - Advanced Spanish Conversation (4)
Further development of oral proficiency. Continued practice in group discussions with emphasis on refining rhetorical strategies and selecting vocabulary for contextual variety.
Prerequisite(s): any 200-level Spanish course.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
|
| |
-
SPN 350S - Advanced Spanish Conversation (4)
Further development of oral proficiency. Continued practice in group discussions with emphasis on refining rhetorical strategies and selecting vocabulary for contextual variety.
Prerequisite(s): any 200-level Spanish course.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
|
| |
-
SPN 351 - Advanced Spanish Composition (4)
Advanced writing, with emphasis on stylistics, the essay, and the research paper, within the framework of Hispanic cultures.
Prerequisite(s): any 200-level Spanish course.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
|
| |
-
SPN 352 - Spanish Civilization (4)
Culture of Spain, including art, music, history, customs, and world outlook.
Component(s): 4 lectures/recitations.
|
| |
-
SPN 354 - Latin American Civilization (4)
Culture of Latin America, including pre-Columbian civilizations, colonial, and early national periods.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
|
| |
Page: 1 <- Back 10 … 30
| 31
| 32
| 33
| 34
| 35
| 36
| 37
| 38
| 39
| 40
|
