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C-ID: SOCI 110.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

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

This course introduces the study of society and human social interaction. Both macro and micro sociological theory are discussed, as well as methods of sociological inquiry, culture, socialization, deviance, social change and social stratification -- particularly in the areas of social class, race and ethnicity, and gender. Students are highly encouraged to complete Sociology 1 prior to enrolling in other sociology courses.

Students may earn credit for either Sociology 1 or 1 S but not both. Only Sociology 1 S fulfills the Santa Monica College Global Citizenship requirement.

C-ID: SOCI 110

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

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

By relying heavily on the instructional method of service-learning, this course introduces the study of society and human social interaction. Both macro and micro sociological theory are discussed, as well as methods of sociological inquiry, culture, socialization, deviance, social change, and social stratification -- particularly in the areas of social class, race and ethnicity, and gender. Students are highly encouraged to complete Sociology 1 or 1s prior to enrolling in other sociology courses. This course requires students to engage in learning outside the classroom in conjunction with various community-based organizations.

Students may earn credit for either Sociology 1 or 1 S but not both. Only Sociology 1 S fulfills the Santa Monica College Global Citizenship requirement.

C-ID: SOCI 115.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

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

This course involves a sociological analysis of social problems on the local, national, and international level. Critical inquiry and analysis are conducted into issues such as global inequality, environmental destruction, urban deterioration, economic and political power distribution, poverty, racism, sexism, and problems of work, family, education, drugs, and crime. Theoretical perspectives of sociology and current sociological research are explored.

Students may earn credit for either Sociology 2 or 2 S but not both. Only Sociology 2 S fulfills the Santa Monica College Global Citizenship Requirement.

C-ID: SOCI 115.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

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

By relying heavily on the instructional method of service-learning, this course involves a sociological analysis of social problems on the local, national, and international level. Critical inquiry and analysis are conducted into issues such as global inequality, environmental destruction, urban deterioration, economic and political power distribution, poverty, racism, sexism, and problems of work, family, education, drugs, and crime. Theoretical perspectives of sociology and current sociological research are explored. This course requires students to engage in learning outside the classroom in conjunction with various community-based organizations.

Students may earn credit for either Sociology 2 or 2 S but not both. Only Sociology 2 S fulfills the Santa Monica College Global Citizenship Requirement.

C-ID: SOCI 120.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.
• Skills Advisory: Sociology 1 and eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and methods of sociological research design and implementation. Students examine the key varieties of evidence -- including qualitative and quantitative data, data-gathering and sampling methods, logic of comparison, and causal reasoning. The work of several scholars is evaluated and students create their own research project related to a sociological issue.

C-ID: SOCI 130.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

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

This course is an examination of the family as a social institution. Emphasis will be placed on relationships between the family and other social institutions from American and cross-cultural perspectives. Theories of family development in society as well as pertinent research will be studied.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

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

This course involves a sociological examination of the social, cultural, political, and economic conditions experienced by African Americans in the United States. Current and past institutional practices relating to inequality, institutional discrimination, segregation, cultural pluralism, and assimilation are analyzed. Social movements within African American communities as well as intra- and intergroup relations are also considered.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

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

This course introduces students to the characteristics and issues facing the large pan-ethnic Latina/o population in the United States. Attention will be given to the social, cultural, economic and political factors impacting the various Latino groups, as well as how those factors contribute both to differentiate and build coalition with other groups in American society. While the experiences of the diverse Latina/o groups will be examined, particular emphasis is placed on the experiences of Mexican Americans.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

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

This course introduces students to the social conditions and issues facing Asian/Pacific Americans. Using a sociological perspective, the pan-ethnic identity of Asian/Pacific Americans will be critically examined. Attention will be given to the social, cultural, economic, and political factors impacting the various Asian/Pacific groups, as well as how those factors impact both intra- and intergroup relations.

C-ID: SOCI 140.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

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

This course addresses the distinction between biological sex and the social construction of gender. Issues of gender inequality in societal institutions and social structures will be the focus of critical analyses of the consequences of the sex/gender system in the United States. Incorporating an understanding of the concept of Intersectionality will be critical to a more inclusive approach to gender and sexuality issues. A global perspective, which examines and compares the place of gender in nations of the North with those of the South, is also emphasized.

C-ID: SOCI 150.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

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

This course involves the critical examination of patterns, practices, and relations among racial and ethnic groups in the United States. Particular attention will be given to problems of ongoing discrimination, prejudice, assimilation and cultural pluralism, and power differences between groups. Interconnections between race, ethnicity, social class, gender, and other systems of inequality will be emphasized. Social movements organized within and among racial and ethnic groups that address institutional inequalities in this society will be analyzed.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

C-ID: SPAN 100.

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

The Spanish 1 and Spanish 2 sequence is equivalent to Spanish 11. Students will receive credit for the sequence or Spanish 11, but not both.

This course introduces the students to basic vocabulary and fundamental sentence structure in the present and preterit tenses. Basic aural and reading comprehension is developed and students hold simple conversations and write short compositions about present and past actions. This course is taught in Spanish, except in the case of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

C-ID: SPAN 110.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required for UC only)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Prerequisite: None.
• Advisory: Spanish 1*.

The Spanish 1 and Spanish 2 sequence is equivalent to Spanish 11. Students will receive credit for the sequence or Spanish 11, but not both.

This course is a continuation of Spanish 1. This course stresses basic vocabulary and fundamental sentence structure in the past and future indicative tenses and the subjunctive mood. The course develops basic aural and reading comprehension. Students hold simple conversations and write short compositions in the past and future. They read simple texts and further study Spanish and Latin American culture.

*The advisory for this course is comparable to two years of high school Spanish.

C-ID: SPAN 200.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Prerequisite: None.
• Advisory: Spanish 2*.

Students will receive credit for either Spanish 3 or Spanish 12, but not both.

This course is taught through thematic units in Spanish on a variety of current and cultural topics. In addition, this course reviews Spanish grammar, emphasizing idiomatic constructions and expressions. Emphasis is also placed on the use of learned structures in compositions. Reading skills and basic literary analysis are developed using selected readings from Spanish and Spanish-American literature.

*The advisory for this course is comparable to three years of high school Spanish.

C-ID: SPAN 210.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Prerequisite: None.
• Advisory: Spanish 3*.

This course is taught through thematic units in Spanish on a variety of current and cultural topics. This course provides an in-depth review of Spanish grammar, idioms, and vocabulary. Developing a more sophisticated and structurally advanced writing style is also emphasized. Reading comprehension and literary analysis are developed using selected readings from Spanish and Spanish-American literature. This course is taught in Spanish except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

*The advisory for this course is comparable to four years of high school Spanish.

• Prerequisite: Spanish 2*.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to three years of high school Spanish.

This course provides an opportunity to acquire intermediate fluency in spoken Spanish with emphasis on natural, colloquial usage. This course is taught in Spanish except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

Applied and service-learning field experience within a public agency, educational institution, and citizen volunteer groups is a requirement of this class.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Advisory: SPAN 3.

This course traces the development of Spanish culture from prehistoric times to the present. It explores the geography, history, literature, music, art, and the customs of the major cultural and linguistic regions of Spain. The course will be taught in Spanish except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Prerequisite: None.

The Spanish 1 and Spanish 2 sequence is equivalent to Spanish 11. Students will receive credit for the sequence or Spanish 11, but not both.

This course is designed for students who speak Spanish at home and who need to improve their vocabulary and knowledge of the grammar as well as their spelling, writing skills, and reading comprehension. Formal aspects of the language will be stressed including: spelling, punctuation, and accentuation. In addition, there is a focus on formal writing and the writing process. Reading, reading strategies and comprehension as well as basic literary analysis are stressed. This course is taught in Spanish except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

C-ID: SPAN 220.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required for UC only)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Prerequisite: None.
• Advisory: Spanish 11*.

Students will receive credit for either Spanish 3 or Spanish 12, but not both.

This is the second semester of an accelerated sequence of two designed for students whose native language is Spanish but have had little academic training in the language. In addition to a review of tenses from Spanish 11 and continued study of accent rules and orthography, the second semester will focus on advanced grammar concepts including subjunctive tenses (simple and compound) and the sequence of tenses. Composition skills taught in Spanish 11 will be strengthened in Spanish 12. There will also be a focus on reading strategies and vocabulary building. This course is taught in Spanish except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

*The advisory for this course is comparable to three years of high school Spanish.

IGETC AREA 3B, OR 4 (Humanities, Social & Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Advisory: Spanish 3 level skills.

This course introduces students to the development of Latin American culture from pre-Columbian times to the present. It will explore history, literature, art music, geography, archeology, culture, customs and traditions of Spanish America. This course will be taught in Spanish.

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Prerequisite: None.
• Advisory: Spanish 4.

This course prepares students who have completed the intermediate level of Spanish to enter the workforce in either a Spanish monolingual or a bilingual environment. The course introduces students to both cultural and linguistic expectations within the workplace environment and in addressing clients and partners. Students practice appropriate preparation of documents, early contact communications and interview skills in Spanish, create presentations on industry topics, work in groups to present and discuss business and outreach strategies (including effective outreach to communities and audiences), and branding and product marketing. Financial and budgetary matters, human resource topics and expectations, and industry environments are also covered. The course is taught in Spanish. During this course, students will have the opportunity to participate in optional experiential learning as an introduction to workplace culture.

• Skills Advisory: Spanish 25.

This survey class, taught in Spanish, will introduce students to the historical and current trends in Spanish-language media and LatinX-oriented media in the United States. Students will compare demographic evolution and resultant effects on media contexts. Students will practice media production techniques and create media content. As a part of this course, students will experience work in the communications field through experiential learning placements.

Spanish 26 is the same course as Media Studies 26. Students may earn credit for one but not both.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for the student with no previous knowledge of Spanish and develops basic conversation skills in the present tense. It emphasizes the use of set-up phrases, idiomatic expressions, correct pronunciation, development of useful thematic vocabulary and the ability to communicate at a practical and basic level. This course is taught in Spanish except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

• Corequisite: Any course in Spanish.

This course -- taken in tandem with another course in the discipline -- enables a student to apply course content in a meaningful and relevant way to a particular activity. In this hands-on course, students engage in applied learning through unpaid experiential activities organized by the student (in conjunction with SMC’s applied/service learning center) and approved by the instructor. Students will develop a customized reading list relevant to their particular activity, complete a minimum of 15 hours of volunteer work with that activity, and submit academically-sound written reports regarding the activity. By applying course material to their experience, students develop a deeper understanding of the discipline.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores the fundamental principles and practical applications of student government organizations. Students will have an opportunity to reflect upon and assess their leadership and communication styles and subsequently, create a personal development plan conducive to becoming more effective student leaders. Topics in the course will include, but are not limited to, parliamentary procedure, guidelines governing the function of the Associated Students (e.g., Constitution and Bylaws, Title 5 and Education Code), and ethical decision-making. Strategies for academic success will be embedded throughout the course.

This course introduces the basic concepts of sustainability and examines connections among social, economic and environmental systems in society, and provides both non-traditional and pathway students the opportunity to develop a skill-set in the field of sustainability.

This course introduces a community relations system with proven techniques and practices for effective sustainability outreach programs and provides both non-traditional and pathway students the opportunity to develop a skill-set in the field of sustainability.

This course provides hands-on instruction on the qualitative and quantitative processes and equipment used to assess sustainability in areas including Zero Waste, Net Zero, energy efficiency, and more, and provides both non-traditional and pathway students the opportunity to develop a skill-set in the field of sustainability.

This course is a hands-on introduction to integrated organics recycling and management including: waste prevention, food rescue, recovery through onsite and offsite technologies, energy production, and marketing of processed by-products. Students will participate in operating the on-campus worm farm for recycling food wastes and provides both non-traditional and pathway students the opportunity to develop a skill-set in the field of sustainability.

This course introduces current and emerging soft and hard sustainability technologies including energy and water efficiency and conservation, renewable energy, and the 3Rs: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle, and provides both non-traditional and pathway students the opportunity to develop a skill-set in the field of sustainability.

This course presents information critical to a basic understanding of public and private sector governance that acts as an important driver to sustainability, and provides both non-traditional and pathway students the opportunity to develop a skill-set in the field of sustainability.

This course introduces the environmental, social, and economic issues surrounding our food system. We examine food sustainability, including zero waste, on campus; at food policy in Los Angeles; and provides both non-traditional and pathway students the opportunity to develop a skill-set in the field of sustainability.

C-ID: THTR 111.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides the student with a general knowledge of theatre and its influence on modern society. Historical growth, basic vocabulary, skills, and crafts of theatre are emphasized.

Theatre Arts majors enroll in Theatre Arts 5.

C-ID: THTR 113.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

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

This course covers the history of theatre and dramatic literature with emphasis on the relationship of the theatre to cultural development.

• Prerequisite: None.

The study of speech designed to develop the skills for performing classic and modern dramatic literature is stressed in this course.

• Prerequisite: None.
• Advisory: Theatre Arts 10A.

This course covers more advanced study of stage speech designed to help develop the skills for performing classic and modern dramatic literature. This is also a continuation for the non-actor in the dynamic approach to vocal and health and affective communication.

• Advisory: Theatre Arts 10A.

Specific training is given in the performance of the regional American and foreign dialects most often used in the theatre.

This course is an introduction to stage combat performance techniques with primary focus on actor safety and effective story telling. Disciplines explored will include Unarmed Combat and Quarterstaff.

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Theatre Arts 15A.

This course develops the student’s awareness of the body as an instrument of communication in stage acting.

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Theatre Arts 15B.

This course enhances the student’s awareness of the physical self as a means of communication in Theatre. Techniques from Flamenco movement are incorporated to help the student develop coordination, poise, rhythm and passion that are inherent in this art form. Adopting this technique, students perform scenes and monologues from various genres including works of Shakespeare, Lorca and Oscar Wilde.

Students enrolled in this course are required to purchase tickets for and attend SMC theatre productions.

C-ID: THTR 192; to get C-ID THTR 192 for TH ART 18A, students must complete both TH ART 18A and 18B.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is intended for students interested in actual training and experience, either in the various backstage areas of technical support or by being involved as a member of a production crew for a Santa Monica College Theatre Arts Dept. production.

C-ID: THTR 192.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is intended for students interested in actual training and experience, either in the various backstage areas of technical support or by being involved as a member of a production crew for a Santa Monica College Theatre Arts Department production.

C-ID: THTR 192.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is intended for students interested in actual training and experience, either in the various backstage areas of technical support or by being involved as a member of a production crew for a Santa Monica College Theatre Arts Department production.

C-ID: THTR 171.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers the construction, painting and rigging of stage scenery, properties and effects. It includes the use of construction tools, shop safety and procedures, and an introduction to scenic design.

• Skills Advisory: Theatre Arts 20.

The course concerns the study and execution of scenic painting techniques. It provides study and training in the use of materials and techniques for painting scenery for theatre, film and television.

A materials fee will be charged for student supplies.

C-ID: THTR 173.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the student to the theory and practice of modern stage lighting. The properties and control of light are covered, including electricity, color, instrumentation and design.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores the process of designing projection and lighting for theatrical performances including: visualizing and choosing a concept, drafting a light plot, finding projection content, and focusing and cueing. In-depth programming of lighting consoles and advanced equipment (including moving lights, LEDs, projectors and DMX controlled accessories) will be addressed. Students are also introduced to drafting light plots by hand and with computer software such as Vectorworks, Spotlight, and Lightwright, the basics of using Photoshop, and running projection with Qlab.

This course introduces the student to the theory and practice of modern theatrical sound design. The role of sound in theatre is explored with a focus on its unique contribution in supporting the dramatic narrative. Instruction will cover basic sound theory and acoustics, use of contemporary audio equipment, tools, and techniques, and crafting a sound design from concept to completion.

C-ID: THTR 174.

• Prerequisite: None.

Costume construction theory and practice are the essential elements in this course, including a survey of the history of costume.

A study of the art and application of stage make-up with practice in the techniques of creating facial characterizations and alterations for specific roles and types.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a study and practice of specific techniques in the art of 3D and theatrical styles make-up with emphasis on developing knowledge and skill in its design and practical application.

Students enrolled in this course are required to purchase tickets for and attend SMC theatre productions.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores the artistic and organizational techniques and practices required of stage managers. Topics covered include production preparation, safety, rehearsal documentation styles, execution and calling of shows. The course also addresses the necessary collaborations and relationships with other artists and staff.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the student to the principles of scenic design as applied to the Theatre. Creative skills such as sketching, drawing, and research will be explored, and techniques in drafting by hand will be covered along with a brief introduction to Vectorworks and Sketchup.

• Advisory: TH ART 41.

Basic techniques of play analysis and stage directorial techniques are explored in this course.

Students enrolled in this course are required to purchase tickets for and attend SMC theatre productions.

C-ID: THTR 151.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the beginning student to the art of stage acting. The major emphasis is on actor development and growth through character portrayal, scene or monologue performance, and written work. Students evaluate theatre productions based on materials and techniques studied.

C-ID: THTR 152.

• Skills Advisory: Theatre Arts 41.

This course provides continued and intensive development of acting skills. Focus on realistic acting techniques, rehearsal skills, character building, scene study and performance, and play analysis.

• Prerequisite: None.
• Skills Advisory: Theatre Arts 41 or 42.

This course contains development of acting skills and explores several non-realistic acting styles through performance of prepared scenes and culminating in a final public performance. Styles covered in class may include Greek (Tragedy and Comedy), Roman Comedy, Medieval, Shakespearean (Tragedy and Comedy) and Comedy of Manners.

Students enrolled in this course are required to purchase tickets for and attend SMC theatre productions.

• Prerequisite: None.
• Skills Advisory: Theatre Arts 41 or 42.

This course contains development of acting skills and explores several non-realistic acting styles through performance of prepared scenes and culminating in a final public performance. Styles covered in class may include Commedia dell’Arte, Farce, Melodrama, Ibsen, Chekhov, Brecht, Theatre of the Absurd (Beckett, Pinter, Ionesco, Genet, Stoppard, Sheppard).

Students enrolled in this course are required to purchase tickets for and attend SMC theatre productions.

C-ID: THTR 191.

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course introduces the student to theories, techniques and practices of musical theatre performance. The class concentrates on preparing and performing scenes from musical theatre, culminating in a public performance.

Theatre Arts 45 is the same course as Music 45. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

• Prerequisite: None.
• Advisory: Theatre Arts 41.

This course explores comedic acting skills through the application and development of progressive comedy techniques. Through acquired knowledge of the genre and analysis of plays, this course fosters the development of acting techniques for theatrical venues. Students will rehearse and prepare material and learn about the processes of comedy acting for the live theatre.

This course introduces students to acting in the world of Shakespeare. Students will explore the historical, social and poetic aspects of Shakespeare’s theatrical works and how they relates to the performance of his plays on the stage. Students will employ acting techniques and theatrical conventions through the performance of selected scenes from Shakespeare plays.

C-ID: THTR 191.

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment auditions required.

This course includes rehearsals and performances of a full-length theatrical production in the Main Stage. Emphasis is placed on cooperative blending of all theatrical activities into a finished public performance.

• Prerequisite: None.

Concurrent Enrollment in a Theatre Arts production course is required.

A study of the art and practical application of stage make-up for those performing in Theatre Arts Department productions.

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment auditions required.

This course includes rehearsals and performances of the department’s musical theatre production. Dance laboratory is included.

Students enrolled in this course are required to purchase tickets for and attend SMC theatre productions.

C-ID: THTR 191.

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition required. Co-enrollment in Theatre Arts 51 is required.

This course includes rehearsals and performances of a theatrical production geared specifically for a younger audience. It explores acting skills through the application and development of progressive performance techniques. Emphasis is placed on cooperative blending of all theatre activities into a finished public performance. Students will rehearse and prepare material and learn about the processes of performing for the live theatre.

Students enrolled in this course are required to purchase tickets for and attend SMC theatre productions.

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment auditions required.

This course includes rehearsals and performances of the department’s summer theatre productions, including related production activities.

C-ID: THTR 191.

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition required.

This course involves rehearsals and performances of a theatrical production designed for a smaller venue. Such a production includes, but is not limited to any of the following: Non-traditional themes, newer or lesser-known playwrights, student or faculty-written works, multi-cultural works and multiple theatrical genres. The course applies advanced acting skills in the selected genre to the development and performance of a production. Emphasis is placed on cooperative blending of all theatre activities into a finished public performance. Students rehearse and learn about the processes of performing for the live theatre.

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition required.

On-site exploration and application of progressive audition techniques for students hoping to advance to higher levels of education and performance goals. Students will prepare audition material and learn about the processes of auditioning at the more advanced levels of theatre and the education system. Many will proceed to audition for prestigious schools and contests.

Students enrolled in this course are required to purchase tickets for and attend SMC theatre productions.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Internships” section.

Please see “Internships” section.

Please see “Internships” section.

Please see “Internships” section.

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces basic vocabulary and the fundamentals of modern Turkish grammar, sentence structure, and pronunciation. The course prepares students to hold simple conversations and write short dialogs and compositions in modern Turkish. Aspects of Turkish culture, history and geography are covered as well. Students will be introduced to traditional Turkish arts such as the art of water marbling, Karagöz shadow play and Orta Oyunu Theater. This course is conducted primarily in Turkish except in cases of linguistic difficulty.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces students to the multi-disciplinary study of urban society and space. Cities are examined both as complex social-economic groupings of people, and as material landscapes of buildings, pathways, and public and private spaces. Attention is paid to what cities are and have been (the evolving urban experience of the past and present) as well as to ever-changing ideas about what cities should be (urban planning and design for the future). While the overall perspective of the course is global, its primary focus is on the cities of North America and, in particular, the Los Angeles metropolitan area. This emphasis is evident both in the classroom and in field trips or other assignments that ask students to apply classroom ideas to our local urban setting.

Urban Studies 8 is the same course as Geography 8. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

This basketball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate basketball. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity basketball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in women’s intercollegiate basketball. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

• Prerequisite: None.

Students will be instructed in sport specific strength and conditioning protocols geared towards maintaining physical athletic qualities such muscular strength and power. There will also be an emphasis on recovery techniques. This in-season physical preparation course is recommended for those students participating on the intercollegiate varsity team.

Students will be instructed in sport specific strength and conditioning protocols related to improving muscular strength, power, agility, and speed. This off-season physical preparation course is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team.

This course covers sport specific strength and conditioning protocols related to improving conditioning, muscular strength, power, agility, and speed. This physical preparation course is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team.

This cross country course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate cross country. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This cross country course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate cross country. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This course is designed with an emphasis on a high level of competition among students with previous experience in competitive football. The course stresses the development of advanced skills and strategies for competitive intercollegiate football.

The varsity football course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate football. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and conference games as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity soccer course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate soccer. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity soccer course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate soccer. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity softball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate softball. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity swimming and diving course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate swimming and diving. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity swimming and diving course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate swimming and diving. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity water polo course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in men’s intercollegiate water polo. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity water polo course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in women’s intercollegiate water polo. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity tennis course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate tennis. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity track and field course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate track and field. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity track and field course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in women’s intercollegiate track and field. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity volleyball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in men’s intercollegiate volleyball. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

This varsity volleyball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in women’s intercollegiate volleyball. The course is in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This class is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

The varsity beach volleyball course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in intercollegiate athletics. The course is to be arranged in conjunction with regular season practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and state community college athletics organizations. This course is recommended for those students that plan on participating on the intercollegiate varsity team. Previous experience on a club or high school team is preferred. One repeat is allowed.

Must be enrolled in at least 12 units, including this course.

• Prerequisite: None.

This conditioning course provides a consistent laboratory for sport specific training and conditioning related to intercollegiate athletics participation. Emphasis is on individual and team activities that contribute to advancement in their designated sport.

• Prerequisite: None.

This athletic skills training course provides a consistent laboratory for sport specific techniques, skills and necessary conditioning to improve student-athletes for intercollegiate participation. Emphasis is on individual and team skills development when intercollegiate competition is not possible.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Prerequisite: None.
• Skills Advisory: MATH 31 or MATH 50 and Eligibility for English 1

This course applies economic theory to study women’s decisions regarding labor force participation, unpaid household production, and marriage and fertility. Other topics to be considered include: the gender wage gap, women’s educational attainment, and economic differences for women across race, socioeconomic status, and marital status.

Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies 8 is the same course as Economics 8. Students may earn credit for one but not both.

C-ID: SJS 120.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

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

Formerly Women’s Studies 10.

Introduction to the study of women and men in society, covering comparative issues of social, political, and economic position in the workplace, family, cultural institutions; historical basis of gender based subordination; the female experience; the male experience; relations between women and men; intersections of ethnicity/race, class, sexuality and gender; violence against women; cultural images of women and men; social roles of women and men, LGBTQ identities and movements for social change.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

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

Formerly Women’s Studies 20.

This course introduces and utilizes feminist theories to examine salient issues that women confront around the world and the variant movements of resistance and social change spurred by these issues. The course includes an examination of both historical and contemporary women’s activism around the globe, including feminist movements that focus on political, economic, cultural, and environmental change, as well as an assessment of the impact of globalization on women’s lives. Particular attention may be given to Third World women, poor women, women of color, immigrant women, incarcerated women, women and war, women with disabilities, and queer people.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

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

Formerly Women’s Studies 30.

This course utilizes the lens of feminist theories to critically analyze how popular culture constructs gender and sexuality and how these constructions become cultural norms and values. Employing feminist theories and feminist analysis, this course examines the relationship between women, gender, sexuality and popular culture. Students will examine historical and contemporary images and roles of women in popular culture (including print, film, television, music, advertising, and consumerism) and situate these images and roles within changing socio-historical, political, and economic contexts. The intersection of gender, race, class, and sexual orientation is examined throughout the course and the relationship between popular culture and feminist movements is emphasized.

C-ID: SJS 130.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

Satisfies Global Citizenship

• Prerequisite: None.

This introductory course examines a broad range of contemporary and historical gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer issues in various contexts, such as social, scientific and cultural contexts.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Please see “Internships” section.

Please see “Internships” section.