Jun 25, 2024  
2018-2019 University Catalog 
    
2018-2019 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Index of Courses


 

Landscape Architecture

Open to LA majors only unless otherwise specified. 

  
  • LA 5000 - Special Study for Graduate Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at graduate level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • LA 5111L - Design I Laboratory (3)


    Introduction to the discipline of landscape architecture and design foundations through immersive experiences in the landscape. This course will specifically challenge students to understand the relationships of the human to the landscape including the presence and reflection of the self and others in space. Issues of scale, dimension and design communication. Multiple methods will be engaged to reveal the potential and issues of space and site. Field trips will be required.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 5121L - Design II Laboratory (3)


    Introduces the practice of designing landscapes in the public realm. Challenges students to understand the role of the public and community in designing public space, along with aspects of social and environmental justice. Multiple methods of information collection, comparative study, landscape performance and design processes will be utilized to reveal and identify opportunities of context as the basis for landscape design decisions. Field trips will be required.

    Prerequisite(s): B or better in LA 5111L , LA 5771  and LA 5581 .
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 5261 - Graduate Landscape History I (3)


    An overview of historic developments of landscape architecture and environmental planning from prehistory to the industrial revolution. This course provides an overview of the human environment in its historical socio-cultural and biophysical context from ancient times to the industrial revolution and makes connections between the historical precedents and contemporary cultural form. Students will develop critical thinking in understanding how biophysical and socio-cultural factors influence human design of the environment, and how past cultural form influences current landscape architecture and environmental planning. In addition students will develop skills in analysis of landscapes and environmental design of different historical periods, library research, and written communication of ideas.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once

  
  • LA 5271 - Graduate History of Modern Landscapes (3)


    Historical developments in landscape and garden design in the 20th & 21st Century. Addresses the emergence of the landscape architecture profession, along with the historical, social, political, economic, and philosophical forces that influence contemporary practice and places. 

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 5581 - Visual Communication for Design (3)


    Introduction to visual communication for landscape architecture. Addresses the theory and intent of visual communication as applied to environmental design. Focuses on the exploration of what designers draw, why, and how, and the concepts of notation, observation, diagramming, measuring, and communicating. Uses problem-based learning to critically evaluate audience, tools, venue, and mechanics of visual communication. Workflow and process for the integration of manual and digital tools.

    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 5771 - Landscape Awareness and Assessment (3)


    Establishing awareness and skills related to reading and interpreting the landscape around us: what is under, on and above the ground, and its implications for design. Introduction to and evaluation of methods of landscape documentation, inventory, analysis, and assessment tools and their connection to the design process. A series of field trips are required to provide opportunities to critically assess the California landscape as a product of human intervention, cultural expression and natural systems and resilience.

    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 5772 - Graduate Environmental Design Theory (3)


    Theories influencing the design and understanding of inhabited places and landscapes. Provides critical perspectives for evaluating the built environment based on design theories, urbanism(s), aesthetics, evolutionary preferences, technological systems, and ecosystem framework.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 5782 - Landscape Architecture Teaching Practicum (3)


    Introduces students to design pedagogy and teaching methods, coupled with actual teaching experience and developmental feedback. Practicum students are involved in course planning and implementation of a BSLA course, as well as assessment of students and of the course throughout the semester. Practicum students perform a variety of instructional roles, including, at a minimum, the independent teaching of a subject within a course and regular classroom attendance for a semester. Practicum students prepare an assessment instrument for the course, assist with lecture preparation and assignment design, as well as work in class with students. May be taken up to three times for a total credit of 9 units.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 3
  
  • LA 5990 - Special Topics for Graduate Students (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LA 5990A - Special Topics for Graduate Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LA 5990L - Special Topics for Graduate Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study at a graduate level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing.
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LA 6071L - Integrative Design and Planning Laboratory (3)


    Group project related to large scale regional planning and design. Adopts an integrative, issue-based approach to problem solving and documentation that is directed at identifying the problem, developing mapping tools to assist with problem-solving, and visual communication. Involves advanced application of geodesign technology, interaction with the public or other stakeholders, and other forms of primary data collection as required to solve the problem. Field trips are required.

    Prerequisite(s): B or better in LA 6121L , LA 6451 , LA 6772  and LA 4781 ; or B or better in LA 604, LA 604L, LA 602, and LA 602L; or Graduate Coordinator approval.
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6081L - Design and Planning Project Documentation Laboratory (3)


    Professional landscape architecture methods and practices for the preparation of written and graphic communication for the public, to clients, and allied disciplines related to reports documenting data collection and research, site analysis, design strategies and tactics, and recommendations related to a large-scale integrative design and planning project. Field trips may be required.

    Prerequisite(s): B or better in LA 6071L  and LA 6941 ; or Graduate Coordinator approval.
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6111L - Design III: Design for Change Laboratory (3)


    Examination of issues and concerns underlying landscape analysis, planning and design coupled to design processes, methods, and application for dealing across scales and context. Use of contemporary information system technologies in collecting, managing, processing, analyzing, synthesizing, and presenting landscape data and information to support design and planning decision-making. Techniques for predictions of alterations in social and natural processes brought about by human use of the land and the application of such assessments to environmental management. Field trips are required.

    Prerequisite(s): B or better in LA 5121L ; B or better in LA 3581 ; B or better in LA 5581 ; B or better in LA 5771 ; B or better in LA 3611 ; B or better in LA 3621  and B or better in LA 5261 ; or Graduate Coordinator approval.
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6121L - Design IV: Design of Complex Systems Laboratory (3)


    Advanced design studio that explores the integration of energy, food, water, land, air, habitat, fire, and other key landscape systems as core design requirements. Introduction to methods of regenerative and sustainable design practices to address ecological and human health. Site typologies under study may include but are not limited to the greenfields, greyfields, redfields, and brownfields. Field trips are required.

    Prerequisite(s): B or better in LA 6111L  or LA 4811L ; B or better in LA 4872 , and B or better in LA 4771  or LA 4873 , or Graduate Coordinator approval.
    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6441 - Plants and Ecology (3)


    An introduction to plant ecology and design issues relevant to the profession of landscape architecture focused on urban ecosystems and plant communities most appropriate to Southern California. Identification of native and adapted species; introduction to cultural, functional, and aesthetic criteria in the organization of design associations of plants; and sustainable and resource-efficient planting design. Field trips are required.

    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6451 - Coupled Human and Natural Systems (3)


    Studies the interface and reciprocal interactions that link human (e.g., economic, social) and natural (e.g., hydrologic, atmospheric, biological) systems. Addresses the complex nature of reciprocating interactions and feedback loops between humans and the environment. Application of tools to address and assess impacts of design decisions on coupled human and natural systems. Significant issues addressed such as climate change and urban resiliency. Field trips may be required.

    Prerequisite(s): B or better in LA 6441 .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6771 - Research Methods for Environmental Design (3)


    Introduction to the development and assessment of research questions, preparation and writing of literature reviews, matching of research questions to methods, strengths and weaknesses of methods, qualitative and quantitative data and their analysis, critique of existing research, and preparation of research reports for landscape architects. Also, addresses research accessibility, quality of research, venues for communication, and common standards of rigor.

    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6772 - Finding Problems: Design Proposal Preparation and Public Engagement (3)


    Methods to identify potential formal, informal, and unrecognized design opportunities, then craft a proposal targeting appropriate decision makers. Addresses different approaches to problem identification. Introduction to proposal writing in the larger context of professional and scholarly work, budgets, different types of contracts, and ways projects are advertised.

    Prerequisite(s): B or better in LA 6771  or LA 601.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6910 - Directed Research (1-3)


    Individual research in a specialized area, under the direction of a graduate faculty member; work does not pertain directly to the thesis. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • LA 6920 - Independent Research (1-3)


    Individual study/investigation and research in a specialized area proposed by the student with the approval, and under the supervision, of a graduate faculty member; work does not pertain directly to the thesis. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • LA 6941 - Thesis/Project Research (3)


    Research and development of thesis project or faculty-approved master’s project.

    Prerequisite(s):  B or better in LA 6772 .
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6951 - Master’s Project (3)


    Development of a terminal creative or research project designed to demonstrate skills and knowledge achieved in the graduate program. Project focus and site will be selected by the student in consultation with Master’s Project Advisor. Development of the Master’s project is conducted under the supervision of a Master’s Project Committee. Student selects Committee members, conducts original design research, and produce a report within a landscape-related theoretical framework.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6961 - Master’s Thesis (3)


    Development of a terminal thesis designed to demonstrate skills and knowledge achieved in the graduate program. Thesis subject and methods will be selected by the student in consultation with Master’s Thesis Advisor. Development of the Master’s Thesis is conducted under the supervision of a Master’s Thesis Committee. Student selects Committee members, conducts original quantitative and/or qualitative research, and produce a report within a landscape-related theoretical framework.

    Prerequisite(s): B or better in LA 6941 .
    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LA 6990 - Master’s Degree Continuation (0)


    Enrollment in this course allows candidates that have enrolled in the maximum number of thesis or project units to maintain resident status in order to receive university services.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: Unlimited

Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences - All College

  
  • CLS 1101 - Freshman Experience (2)


    Introduction to the University and the development of skills and knowledge needed to be a successful student and life-long learner through an examination of selected topics within the arts, humanities and social sciences. Fulfills GE Area E.

    GE Area(s): E
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Student Choice
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • CLS 1101A - Freshman Experience (1)


    Introduction to the University and the development of skills and knowledge needed to be a successful student and life-long learner through an examination of selected topics within the arts, humanities and social sciences. Fulfills GE Area E.

    GE Area(s): E
    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Student Choice
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • CLS 2000 - Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • CLS 2990 - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • CLS 2990A - Special Topics for Lower Division Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • CLS 2990L - Special Topics for Lower Division Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • CLS 4000 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at advanced level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • CLS 4100 - The United Nations and the World: Historical Perspectives, Salient Issues, and Current Events (3)


    Study of the precursors, the creation, the evolution, and the operations of the United Nations combined with the history, development, and foreign relations of selected Member Nations.

    GE Area(s): C3, D4
    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 3
  
  • CLS 4410 - Judicial Internship (1)


    Observation of a variety of court sessions in the Los Angeles Superior Court system, including criminal, civil, juvenile, mental health, family law. Students meet with judges and lawyers at the courts and other offices of the legal system.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • CLS 4410A - Judicial Internship Activity (2)


    Observation of a variety of court sessions in the Los Angeles Superior Court system, including criminal, civil, juvenile, mental health, family law. Students meet with judges and lawyers at the courts and other offices of the legal system.

    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • CLS 4490 - Capstone Seminar in Nonviolence Studies (3)


    Capstone seminar focusing on the integration and synthesis of learning experience from coursework for the Nonviolence Studies minor. Report based on interdisciplinary research and/or a project demonstrating effective application of nonviolence to peace building, problem solving or conflict resolution.

    Component(s): Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • CLS 4990 - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • CLS 4990A - Special Topics for Upper Division Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • CLS 4990L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.

Liberal Studies

  
  • LS 1020 - Integrating Knowledge, Learning, and Engagement for Success (3)


    Cross Listed as: IGE 1020, EWS 1020
    Using an interdisciplinary approach, this First-Year-Experience course is an introduction to the nature, meaning and purposes of higher education. Emphasis will be on the development of intellectual, social and personal skills to critically examine and integrate knowledge for civic and professional engagement in a socially diverse, complex and global society. Develops strategies and attitudes to maximize academic and personal success, learn about and use campus resources, think about career possibilities, build positive relationships with peers, faculty, and staff and foster a leadership perspective in a community setting. Course fulfills GE Area E.

    Prerequisite(s): Freshman standing.
    GE Area(s): E
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LS 2000 - Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • LS 2011 - History and Purposes of the Liberal Arts: What is a Liberal Studies Mindset? (3)


    Introduces students to the history and purposes of liberal arts education as background to the major. Major definitions, concepts and principles to develop a clear understanding of the goals of the major, characterized as the Liberal Studies Mindset. Key themes, concepts and approaches in the humanities, social science and natural science introduces as building blocks for interdisciplinary learning and thinking and outlines and practices the learning, writing and speaking expectations in the major. Special attention will be given to reframing a liberal arts education for its application to 21st century life and the department’s organizing themes: sustainability, social responsibility/social justice, and wellness.

    Prerequisite(s): C or better in GE Area A2; or C or better ENG 1100  . Cannot be taken concurrently with LS 3011  or LS 301.
    Corequisite(s): ENG 1101   (if in Stretch Composition Series).
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LS 2990 - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LS 2990A - Special Topics for Lower Division Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LS 2990L - Special Topics for Lower Division Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LS 3011 - Knowledge and Knowing in the Liberal Arts (3)


    Explores what constitutes knowledge and knowing to develop an interdisciplinary perspective. Focusing on selected disciplines in the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences, students will practice beginner interdisciplinary thinking, noting complements, similarities, differences and limitations of knowledge in various disciplines. Create a project that demonstrates their position or understanding on a theme using an interdisciplinary approach.

    Prerequisite(s): C or better in GE Area A2.  Cannot be taken concurrently with LS 2011  or LS 201.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LS 3021 - The Humanities and the Liberal Arts (3)


    A focused experience on history, issues and approaches in the humanities and its disciplines. Special attention will be given to the ways in which the humanities provide enrichment in and insight into the human condition and societies, which serve an important element in sustaining human cultures and civilizations across time and space.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201 or LS 2011 ; and LS 301 or LS 3011 ; or junior or senior standing.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LS 3031 - The Social Sciences and the Liberal Arts (3)


    A focused experience in social science. Topics include foundational knowledge of social science disciplines including concepts and methods and how knowledge production has been driven by the goal of understanding the complexity of human individual and society. Students will use the social science perspective to analyze issues or problems in today’s local, national, or global societies.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201 or LS 2011 ; and LS 301 or LS 3011 ; or junior or senior standing.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LS 3041 - The Natural Sciences and the Liberal Arts (3)


    Focused study of the historical background and major methods and tools in natural science disciplines using experiential and inquiry-based learning. Issues and approaches in the natural sciences will be highlighted as they compare with those in the social sciences and humanities. Special attention will be given to how science (processes and contributions) is viewed, understood, and used in contemporary life, including its role in addressing complex and emerging problems and issues, including how society and social processes impact scientific knowledge production.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201 or LS 2011 ; and LS 301 or LS 3011 ; or junior or senior standing.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LS 4000 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at advanced level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • LS 4011 - Liberal Studies Special Topics in Humanities, Social Science or Natural Sciences (3)


    Focus on interdisciplinary learning on topics in the humanities, social sciences or natural science. The course will use and expand on foundational disciplinary knowledge and approaches from previous courses through an in-depth study of a focal topic based on the disciplinary specialization of the instructor. The development of critical thinking and understanding the effects on humanity will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201 or LS 2011 ; and LS 301 or LS 3011 .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LS 4211 - Arts Integration II (3)


    Utilizing theme-based pedagogy and student presentations, focus on arts integration with other disciplines in the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences to inquire about real-world issues or enduring themes. Students will develop an understanding and appreciation of the fine and performing arts and to explore the arts essential role in education, human wellbeing and democratic society.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201 or LS 2011 ; LS 301 or LS 3011 ; LS 401 or LS 4011 ; and TH 423 or TH 4230 .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LS 4601S - Liberal Studies Synthesis Interdisciplinary Perspective on Contemporary Public Education - Service Learning (3)


    Explores a civic evaluation of public education to determine its effectiveness to improve or influence society. Discuss and deliberate over major issues in public education using knowledge in the humanities and social sciences, and natural science when appropriate. Develop a complex understanding of the relationship between schools and society through interdisciplinary thinking. Service-learning at department public school partner or community partner site is required.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201 or LS 2011 ; LS 301 or LS 3011 ; and LS 401 or LS 4011 ; and LS 421 or LS 4211 .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LS 4611 - Liberal Studies Senior Capstone – Activating the Liberal Studies Mindset (3)


    Present consolidated and synthesized knowledge of the Liberal Studies curriculum to show the Liberal Studies Mindset at the culmination of the degree. Investigate and analyze a theme, topic, or real-world issue or problem by designing and implementing an interdisciplinary project that presents the investigative process and findings and composes a cumulative interdisciplinary knowledge base. Peer critique and formal presentation will be undertaken as part of the project.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201 orLS 2011 ; LS 301 orLS 3011 ; LS 401 or LS 4011 ; LS 421 or LS 4211 ; and LS 460S or LS 4601S .
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LS 4990 - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LS 4990A - Special Topics for Upper Division Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LS 4990L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.

Library

  
  • LIB 1500 - The Information Diet: Information Literacy Skills for Academic Success and Healthy Information Habit (3)


    Examines the importance of information literacy skills for academic, professional, and personal success. Explores controversial social issues revolving around information and information and communication technologies (ICTs) while emphasizing strategies for finding, evaluating, filtering, using, and citing information effectively and ethically. Course fulfills GE Area E in Semesters and Quarters.

    GE Area(s): E
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • LIB 2000 - Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • LIB 2990 - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LIB 2990A - Special Topics for Lower Division Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LIB 2990L - Special Topics for Lower Division Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LIB 4000 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at advanced level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • LIB 4990 - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LIB 4990A - Special Topics for Upper Division Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LIB 4990L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.

Learning Resource Center

  
  • LRC 1010 - Fundamentals of Tutoring (1)


    Introduction to the general principles of tutoring. Basic and advanced tutoring techniques, active learning strategies, identification of and support for diverse needs, basic learning theory, study skills, and tutoring code of ethics and academic integrity.

    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 2
  
  • LRC 2000 - Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • LRC 2990 - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LRC 2990A - Special Topics for Lower Division Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LRC 2990L - Special Topics for Lower Division Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LRC 4000 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at advanced level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • LRC 4990 - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LRC 4990A - Special Topics for Upper Division Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • LRC 4990L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.

Management and Human Resources

  
  • MHR 2000 - Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • MHR 2990 - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Lecture, Seminar
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • MHR 2990A - Special Topics for Lower Division Students Activity (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Activity
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • MHR 2990L - Special Topics for Lower Division Students Laboratory (1-3)


    Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course.

    Component(s): Laboratory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units applicable to a degree, with a maximum of 2 sections per semester.
  
  • MHR 3010 - Principles of Management (3)


    A survey of the basic management functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling, along with their application to the management of contemporary organizations. Provides an interdisciplinary approach to the study and practice of management theory. Topics included: functions of management, managerial roles and skills, management history, organizational environments, organizational strategy and structure, ethics, and diversity among others.

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing and completion of GE Area A2.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 3020 - Organizational Behavior (3)


    Introductory experiences in the basics of organizational behavior. Emphasis is given to the application of scientific knowledge drawn from different social sciences (primarily psychology, social psychology, sociology, political science, and cultural anthropology) to understand and manage human behavior in organizations. Topics discussed: individual differences, perception, attribution, motivation, working in teams, leadership, power and influence, conflict management, culture, and ethical decision making in the organizational context. Course fulfills GE synthesis D4.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing, Completion of General Education Area A, and GE Sub-areas D1, D2 and D3.
    GE Area(s): D4
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 3030 - Management of Not-for-Profit Organizations (3)


    Methods, theory, and institutional knowledge for managing not-for-profit organizations. Problems and issues in policy, organization, program, personnel, and budget unique to not-for-profit organizations.

    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 3210 - Human Resources Management (3)


    Establishment of human resources objectives and requirements in organizations. Planning recruiting, testing, interviewing, screening, and selection of employees. Training and development, career development, compensation and benefit plans, safety and health, employee and labor relations and human resources research. Case studies.

    Prerequisite(s): C or better in MHR 301 or MHR 3010 ; and Undergraduate standing.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 3410 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship (3)


    An overview of the process that will take students from having an entrepreneurial idea to turning it into a successful business. Topics covered in this course include: business model generation, customer development, business planning, entrepreneurial ‘pitching’, and organizational and financing issues related to starting a business.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or Instructor Consent.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 3420 - Creativity and Entrepreneurship (3)


    Exploring techniques and exercises to facilitate the creative thinking process. Learn to develop and nurture an entrepreneurial mindset in order to recognize opportunities in a dynamic marketplace. Exploration of the creative process and its application to entrepreneurial ventures as stand-alone businesses or within an established company.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4000 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-3)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at advanced level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.

    Component(s): Supervisory
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times only with different topics
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester.
  
  • MHR 4010 - Business Ethics, Diversity and Social Responsibility (3)


    Ethical reasoning skills necessary for making business decisions. Emphasis is given on developing an ethical mindset towards human diversity in organizations and corporate social responsibility. Topics to be discussed: purpose of the corporation, nature of ethics , ethical dilemmas, ethical decision making, diversity in organizations (based on race, ethnicity and accent, age, skin color, religion, physical abilities, sexual orientation, and gender) and corporate social responsibility. The main focus is to develop ethically and socially responsible managers, leaders, and organizational members.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 3020  or MHR 318.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4020 - Leadership: Theory and Practice (3)


    Introduction to various leadership theories so that they can identify leadership in action and accordingly understand the applications of leadership theories. Develop leadership potential within students by helping them identify their own strengths, weaknesses, and their dominant leadership style.

    Prerequisite(s):  C or better in MHR 3020  or MHR 318.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4030 - Leading Organizational Transformations (3)


    The role of leaders as champions of organizational innovation, change, and renewal. Topics include context, content, and process of change, rethinking employee resistance, and leading merger and acquisitions, restructuring, innovation, design thinking, and sustainability.

    Prerequisite(s): C or better in MHR 3010  or MHR 301.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4040 - Conflict Management in Organizations (3)


    Explore the major concepts and theories of conflict management and resolution in organizational settings. Topics covered include: cooperative and competitive business negotiations; distributive and integrative bargaining situations at the workplace; interests, rights and power oriented conflict management strategies; creativity, problem solving and cross-cultural issues in conflict management and resolution; coalitions and multi-party negotiations; and third party interventions. Emphasis on developing and practicing students’ conflict management and resolution skills that can be utilized in business world.

    Prerequisite(s):  C or better in MHR 3020  or MHR 318.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4050 - International Management (3)


    Applying management principles and techniques in an international setting. Adapting management practices to different economic, political, legal, and cultural environments. Formulating multinational strategies, designing global management systems, and managing human resources and corporate social responsibility globally.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 3010  or MHR 301.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4220 - Training and Development (3)


    Theory and applications of employee training and development. How rapid changes in technology, market conditions, and business practices make training a growing management function. Determining training needs, selecting methods, planning programs, and evaluating results.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 3210 , HRT 3500 , MHR 311 or HRT 350; and Upper Division standing.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4230 - Human Resources Staffing, Planning, Recruiting and Selection (3)


    Theory and practical applications in organizational planning, recruiting and selection processes and systems used in staffing organizations. Multiple tools, techniques and activities important to matching organizational human resources requirements and specifications with applicant abilities and motivations.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 3210  or MHR 311.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4240 - Employee Compensation and Benefits (3)


    Theory and practical applications in planning and administering compensation and benefits in organizations. In-depth examination of policy and design of Job evaluation, performance appraisal systems, incentive pay, health insurance and retirement plans.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 3210  or MHR 311.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4250 - Employment Law (3)


    Federal and state equal employment opportunity laws with respect to discrimination and harassment because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, affinity and disability as well as the legal impact on HRM issues (e.g., hiring, testing).

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 3210 , HRT 3500 , MHR 311 or HRT 350; and FRL 2013  or FRL 201; and Upper Division standing.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4260 - Human Resources Information Systems (3)


    Emerging approaches to the management of human resources information in hiring, compensation/benefits, skills inventory, employee records, and training. Automated and manual systems compared. Student presentations on proposed and operational human resource information systems. Microcomputer exercises.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 3210  or MHR 311.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Contact Hour(s): 4 lectures/problem solving
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4270 - Management Union Relations (3)


    Development of management-union relations in the United States; the continuously changing roles and relationships of labor, management, and government through collective bargaining, arbitration, and legislation. Review of trends affecting productivity and the labor force.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 3210 , HRT 3500 , MHR 311 or HRT 350; and Upper Division standing.
    Component(s): Lecture
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
  
  • MHR 4410 - Internship in Business Management (1-2)


    Internship is the integration of classroom theory and practical experience in a planned apprenticeship program. The intern program is based upon the interest and needs of both the student and the employer. The student’s work should be related to his/her field of study and individual interest within the field. The working experience will ideally increase in difficulty as the student progresses through the academic curriculum. Ultimately, the internship is a collaborative agreement involving the internship coordinator, student, and the employer to provide a meaningful and relevant work experience to benefit the company as well as enhance the student’s career development. 18-35 hours of internship work per week. May be taken up to five times for a total credit of 10 units.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent and completion Cal Poly’s internship documentation and 18-35 hours of internship work per week.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Contact Hour(s): 18-35 hours of internship work per week.
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
  
  • MHR 4420 - Internship in Business Management (3)


    Internship is the integration of classroom theory and practical experience in a planned apprenticeship program. The intern program is based upon the interest and needs of both the student and the employer. The student’s work should be related to his/her field of study and individual interest within the field. The working experience will ideally increase in difficulty as the student progresses through the academic curriculum. Ultimately, the internship is a collaborative agreement involving the internship coordinator, student, and the employer to provide a meaningful and relevant work experience to benefit the company as well as enhance the student’s career development. 36-40 hours of internship work per week. May be taken up to five times for a total credit of 15 units.

    Prerequisite(s):  Instructor consent and completion Cal Poly’s internship documentation and 36-40 hours of internship work per week.
    Component(s): Seminar
    Contact Hour(s): 36-40 hours of internship work per week.
    Grading Basis: Graded Only
    Repeat for Credit: May be taken multiple times
    Repeat for Credit Limit: 5
 

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