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2016-2017 Catalog
Liberal Arts & Sciences - Liberals Studies
Select one course from:............................................... 3
PHIL 1
Introduction to
Philosophy............................ 3
PHIL 1C
Ethics.................................... 3
PHIL 1CH Honors Ethics....................... 3
PHIL 1D
World Religions.................... 3
Select an additional 3 units from above..................... 3
Total Units
18
Natural Sciences
(MAJOR #
C.5130.AA)Program Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the methodologies
of each discipline within the natural and physical sciences.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of basic scientific principles,
theories, and laws as well as an awareness of the
changing nature of science.
These courses emphasize the natural sciences which examine
the physical universe, its life forms, and its natural phenomena.
Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the
methodologies of science as investigative tools. Students will
also examine the influence that the acquisition of scientific
knowledge has on the development of the world’s civilizations.
Select from a minimum of three disciplines ............ 18
ANTHRO 1
Biological Anthropology....... 3
BIOL 3
Introduction to Life
Science.................................. 4
BIOL 5
Human Biology................. 3.5
BIOL 11A
Biology for Science
Majors I ............................... 5
BIOL 11B
Biology for Science
Majors II............................... 5
BIOL 20
Human Anatomy.................. 4
BIOL 22
Human Physiology............... 5
BIOL 31
Microbiology ...................... 5
CHEM 1A
General Chemistry............... 5
CHEM 1B
General Chemistry and
Qualitative Analysis.............. 5
CHEM 3A
Introductory General
Chemistry............................. 4
CHEM 3B
Introductory Organic and
Biological Chemistry............ 3
CHEM 8
Elementary Organic
Chemistry............................. 3
CHEM 10
Elementary Chemistry.......... 4
CHEM 28A Organic Chemistry............... 3
CHEM 28B Organic Chemistry............... 3
CHEM 29A Organic Chemistry
Laboratory............................ 2
CHEM 29B Organic Chemistry
Laboratory............................ 2
GEOG 5
Physical Geography:
Environmental
Conditions............................ 3
GEOG 9
Physical Geography: Land
Formation............................. 3
GEOL 1
Physical Geology................... 4
GEOL 9
Introduction to Earth
Science.................................. 4
PHYS 2A
General Physics I.................. 4
PHYS 2B
General Physics II................. 4
PHYS 4A
Physics for Scientists and
Engineers.............................. 4
PHYS 4B
Physics for Scientists and
Engineers.............................. 4
PHYS 4C
Physics for Scientists and
Engineers.............................. 4
PHYS 10
Conceptual Physics............... 4
SCI 1A
Introductory Chemical and
Physical Science.................... 3
Total Units
18
LIBERAL STUDIES
LIBERAL STUDIES
(MAJOR
#C.5890.AA)
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE
Program Learning Outcome:
1. Demonstrate effective written and oral communication
skills across the broad categories of intellectual
heritage, artistic expression, the natural and
physical world, human behavior, and health concepts.
Students completing the Liberal Studies associate degree
will have the knowledge, skills and attributes necessary to
successfully transfer into the elementary school teaching
programs offered at four-year institutions. In addition,
students will obtain a strong foundation for other professions
in fields of public services. Please consult with a counselor
for specific information regarding your intended major at
the specific college/university of your choice.
Total Units Required - 60
• Choose either option I or II or III for the General
Education pattern related to your educational goal.
I. Associate in Arts Degree General Education
II. CSU GE - minimum units necessary to meet
the CSU General Education Certification
requirements.