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Please see “Internships” section.

This course assists older adults in selecting and using digital cameras. Older adults are encouraged to take photographs, keep photographic records, use photography as a means of self-expression, and share their vision and photographic experiences with others.

This course assists older adults in choosing and using modern technology for keeping photographic records of their family, friends, and travels, and helps them use photography as a means of self-expression. Older adults share their photographic visions with peers and other family members. Some emphasis is placed on documenting students’ family histories.

C-ID: BIOL 120 B.

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Chemistry 19 (preferred) or Chemistry 10 or eligibility for Chemistry 11; and Anatomy 1.
• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This rigorous course provides a basic understanding of physiological mechanisms with a focus on the human body. Basic concepts of cellular physiology, including: molecular control; mechanisms of gene expression; ligand-binding site interactions; energy and cellular metabolism; membrane transport; membrane and action potentials; and cellular communication, including signal transduction, will be integrated within the concept of homeostasis involving the following body systems: nervous, sensory, endocrine, muscle, skeletal, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, renal, digestive, reproductive, and integumentary. The course content includes both general and clinical applications and is intended to prepare students for advanced courses in Allied Health and Medical professions including Nursing, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Physician’s Assistant, Pharmacy, and Exercise Science/Kinesiology Training.

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

Physics 12 is designed for the student who is interested in a more conceptual and less mathematical approach to physics. It is a survey course introducing the topics of mechanics, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, light and modern physics. The emphasis will be on developing conceptual understanding of the laws of nature through lectures, demonstrations, and class discussions. High school math recommended.

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Science, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

Physics 14 is recommended for students who have not had high school physics but are planning to take Physics.

This course is similar to Physics 12 in content and difficulty level, but with a laboratory session added to enhance the learning experience. Physics 14 is designed for the student who is interested in a more conceptual and less mathematical approach to physics. It is a one semester survey course introducing the topics of mechanics, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, light and modern physics. The emphasis will be on developing conceptual understanding of the laws of nature through hands-on experiences, laboratory experiments, and computer interactions, in addition to lectures and demonstrations. Maximum credit for Physics 12 and 14 combined is 4 units. High school math recommended.

• Skills Advisory: Math 2 or (Math 3 and 4).

This course serves as a preparation for calculus-based physics. It serves as an introduction to classical mechanics, including concepts and principles pertinent to the mechanics of solids. It also prepares students for handling data and analysis at the level required in Physics 8 and 21.

C-ID: PHYS 205.

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + Lab)

• Prerequisite: Math 7.

Formerly Physics 1.

This course is a calculus-based study of the mechanics of rigid bodies, emphasizing Newton’s laws and its applications. This course includes an introduction to fluids. It is designed for engineering, physical science, and computer science majors.

C-ID: PHYS 210.

IGETC Area 5A (Physical Science, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Math 8, Physics 21.

Formerly Physics 3.

This course is a calculus-based study of electromagnetism covering aspects of electric and magnetic fields, DC and AC circuits, electromagnetic interactions, light, and relativity. The course is intended for engineering and physical science students.

C-ID: PHYS 215.

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Math 8, Physics 21.

Formerly Physics 2.

This course is a calculus-based study of fluids, waves, thermodynamics, and light intended for engineering and physical science students.

• Prerequisite: Physics 21 and Math 8.
• Skills Advisory: Physics 22 and Physics 23.

This course is a calculus-based introduction to modern physics for engineering and physical science students. Topics will be selected from the areas of relativity and quantum physics that include applications to atoms, molecules, solids, and nuclei.

C-ID: PHYS 105.

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Math 2 or (Math 3 and 4).

This course is an algebra- and trigonometry-based study of classical mechanics, including elastic properties of matter and thermodynamics.

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Physics 6.

This course is an algebra- and trigonometry-based study of electricity and magnetism, geometrical and wave optics, and some special relativity and quantum physics.

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Math 7.

This course is a calculus-based study of the mechanics of solids and liquids, elastic properties of matter, heat, and wave motion.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Physics 8.

This course is a calculus-based study of electricity and magnetism, geometrical and physical optics, special relativity, and quantum physics.

C-ID: POLS 110.

+ satisfies CSU Constitution and American Ideals graduation requirement

• Prerequisite: None.
• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys and analyzes the principles, institutions, policies, and politics of U.S. National and California State Governments. Students will use course concepts to situate themselves as citizens and political agents.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Approved internship must be arranged prior to enrollment.

This course is designed to afford student interns the opportunity to earn academic credit for their public service intern experience. The practical experience will include observation of and actual participation in the work of a national, state, or local legislative or executive government agency. Formal academic credit is required by most of the government agencies and officials as a condition of their participation in our internship program. Academic credit is based on a written report or research paper relating to the internship experience of the student and an oral examination.