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ENGL 81B, The Basic Essay – Plus 3 units

• Prerequisite: English 81A.

• Corequisite: English 83B.

English 81B reinforces and continues the writing effort

begun in English 81A. In class and lab formats, 81B stresses

the skills necessary to write basic three paragraph essays

and short summaries. Sentence skills are reviewed and

expanded.

GEOG 1, Introduction to Natural

Environment 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

C-ID: GEOL 100.

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*Maximum credit allowed for Geography 1 and 5 is one

course (4 units).

This course surveys the distribution and relationships of

environmental elements in our atmosphere, lithosphere,

hydrosphere and biosphere, including weather, climate,

water resources, landforms, soils, natural vegetation, and

wildlife. Focus is on the systems and cycles of our natural

world, including the effects of the sun and moon on envi-

ronmental processes, and the roles played by humans.

ASTRON 1, Stellar Astronomy 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

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

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum credit allowed for Astronomy 1 and Astronomy

3 is one course (4 units).

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to

the fascinating subject of astronomy with an emphasis

on the study of the Sun and other stars. Topics covered

include the motions of the sky, a survey of the history of

astronomy from Kepler to Einstein, gravity, radiation and

matter, astronomical instrumentation, the Sun, stars, star

formation, stellar evolution, galaxies and cosmology.

This course is not recommended to those who have com-

pleted Astronomy 3.

How to Read the Course Descriptions

Course Number

and Name

Units of Credit

IGETC stands for

Intersegmental General

Education Transfer

Curriculum. This is the

most common method of

satisfying a particular UC

and CSU general educa-

tion transfer requirement

category.

Brief Course

Description

Course Transferability

Classes that must be

taken in the same

semester as this

course.

Course

Recommendation

Classes that must be

completed prior to

taking this course.

Course Comment

C-ID is a course

numbering system used

statewide for lower divi-

sion, transferable courses

that are part of the AA-T

or AS-T degree.

Recommended class to

be completed before

taking this course.

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ACCTG 6 and 7 may be taken in either order, or concur-

rently. It is not necessary to take ACCTG 6 prior to taking

ACCTG 7.

ACCTG 7, Advanced Accounting:

Special Topics 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 4 or 10C.

This course covers special accounting topics including

accounting for foreign currency transactions, translation

of foreign currency financial statements, accounting for

partnerships, state and local governments, not-for-profit

entities and accounting research.

ACCTG 6 and 7 may be taken in either order, or concur-

rently. It is not necessary to take ACCTG 6 prior to taking

ACCTG 7.

ACCTG 9, Accounting Ethics 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 1 or 21.

This course surveys professional ethics for the accounting

profession in the context of ethical theory, the history of

ethical thought, the nature of accounting, tax and audit-

ing fiduciary responsibilities, the rules of accounting codes

of conduct, financial statement representations and fraud,

and the theoretical and practical application of ethical

principles to business situations. Topics include ethical

standards specific to the accounting profession, an exami-

nation of the balance between the competing interests

of the accountant’s roles as management consultant and

reporter of financial information to third parties, and the

interests of businesses, government and professional regu-

latory agencies and the public. Reading, writing, analysis

and discussion are core elements of the class.

ACCTG 10A, Intermediate Accounting A 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 2.

Basic pronouncements of the Financial Accounting

Standards Board and their applications to accounting are

covered in this course, along with cash, receivables, tem-

porary investments, the time value of money, income and

cash flow statements and estimating procedures.

ACCTG 10B, Intermediate Accounting B 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 10A.

A continuation of Intermediate Accounting A (ACCTG

10A), this course includes further study of the basic pro-

nouncements of the Financial Accounting Standards Board

and their applications to accounting. Covered in detail in

this course are inventories, land, buildings, equipment,

intangible assets, current and long term liabilities and

contingencies and stockholders’ equity (paid-in capital and

retained earnings).

ACCTG 10C, Intermediate Accounting C 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 10B or 3.

A continuation of Intermediate Accounting A and B

(ACCTG 10A, 10B), this course includes further study of the

pronouncements of the Financial Accounting Standards

Board and other primary source GAAP and their applica-

tions to accounting for corporations. Covered in detail in

Accounting

Some of the courses listed in this section are accompanied

by Supplemental Instruction. Supplemental Instruction (SI)

is an academic assistance program that utilizes free peer-

assisted weekly study sessions to help students learn the

most difficult course content. For more information, please

see the SI website at www.smc.edu/si.

ACCTG 1, Introduction to Financial

Accounting 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: Students must take ACCTG 1 and 2 to earn the

equivalent of C-ID ACCT 110.

• Prerequisite: None.

• Advisory: Math 20.

This course introduces the student to the sole proprietor-

ship, partnership, and corporate forms of ownership. This

course also familiarizes the student with recording, clas-

sifying and interpreting financial data for service and mer-

chandising businesses. It includes a study of the journals,

ledgers and financial statements used by these entities.

Also covered are computerized accounting systems, inter-

nal control, ethics, cash, accounts and notes receivable,

merchandise inventory, plant assets and intangible assets,

liabilities, and equity accounts. Basic managerial account-

ing topics are also introduced.

ACCTG 2, Corporate Financial and Managerial

Accounting 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: ACCT 120; Students must take ACCTG 1 and 2 to

earn the equivalent of C-ID ACCT 110.

• Prerequisite: Accounting 1.

This course continues the study of introductory financial

accounting principles begun in Accounting 1 and also

covers introductory managerial accounting. The finan-

cial accounting portion of the course (2 units) covers the

corporate form of business organization, bond financing,

installment notes and other long-term liabilities, invest-

ments in debt and equity securities, international opera-

tions and the Statement of Cash Flows, corporate financial

statement preparation and analysis and other GAAP and

IFRS considerations. The managerial portion of the course

(3 units) covers accounting concepts relevant to internal

users rather than third party users of financial statements.

Managerial accounting study includes full absorption

and variable costing, cost accounting for job order and

for mass produced goods (process costing), just-in-time,

activity-based and total quality management approaches

to costing manufacturing operations. Also studied are seg-

ment reporting, performance measurement, cost-volume-

profit analysis, flexible budgeting, capital expenditure

budgeting, standard costing, responsibility accounting,

and decision making processes. Ethical issues surrounding

these topics are also addressed.

ACCTG 6, Accounting Consolidations 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 4 or 10C.

This course begins with the study of business combina-

tions and covers in depth the preparation of consolidated

financial statements. This course also covers accounting for

estates and trusts.

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database, basic macros, and other Excel features with

emphasis on accounting as a financial analysis tool.

This course uses Microsoft Excel 2013 professional.

ACCTG 31B, Advanced Excel for Accounting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 2 and 31A.

This course includes the advanced application of Excel for

accounting features. Topics include the use of complex Excel

functions and formulas, advanced Charts, advanced data-

base features, Consolidation, Data Validation, PivotTables

and PivotCharts, an introduction to Visual Basic, and other

advanced Excel features with emphasis on accounting as a

financial analysis tool.

This course uses Excel 2013.

ACCTG 33, Access for Accounting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 4, and Accounting 1 or 21.

This course introduces the Microsoft Access database man-

agement system to build the accounting system elements

for each of the four main transaction cycles: revenue, pur-

chase, payroll, and production. Topics include creating and

maintaining tables; designing, maintaining and querying a

database; creating forms and reports; and using VBA pro-

cedures on a database.

It is recommended that students have a working knowl-

edge of Windows operating system.

ACCTG 45, Individual Financial Planning 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides students with the tools to achieve

their personal financial goals. It will help them make

informed decisions related to spending, saving, borrowing,

and investing. Topics covered include personal financial

planning; money management; tax strategy and the deci-

sion processes and behaviors underlying consumer credit;

purchasing decisions; insurance; investing in stocks, bonds,

mutual funds, and real estate; retirement; and estate plan-

ning.

Accounting 45 is the same class as Business 45. Students

may earn credit for one, but not for both.

ACCTG 88A, Independent Studies in

Accounting 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

ACCTG 88B, Independent Studies in

Accounting 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

ACCTG 88C, Independent Studies in

Accounting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies.”

ACCTG 90A, Accounting Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

this course are investments, earnings per share, financial

statement analysis, revenue recognition, accounting for

income taxes, pensions, leases, and full disclosure in finan-

cial reporting.

ACCTG 11, Cost Accounting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 2.

This course focuses on cost accounting theory with empha-

sis on job order and process cost accounting, accounting

methods for material, labor, and factory overhead, and

preparation of financial statements from cost data. Topics

include cost management concepts, activity cost behavior,

job order costing, process costing, budgeting, standard

costing, cost/volume/profit analysis, and tactical decision-

making.

ACCTG 12, Auditing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 2.

This course covers the role and responsibility of certified

public accountants in the audit of financial statements.

Emphasis will be placed on verification of balance sheets

and internal control of accounting systems and accounting

cycles. Topics include AICPA and PCAOB auditing stan-

dards, professional ethics, legal liability, internal control,

audit sampling and audit reports.

ACCTG 15, Individual Income Taxes 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 2.

Internal Revenue Service tax laws and regulations and

accounting procedures are studied in this course to enable

the tax professional to apply the information to complet-

ing federal individual income taxes.

ACCTG 16 Taxation of Corporations, Partnerships,

Estates and Trusts 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 15.

This course covers tax laws and the reporting requirements

of the Internal Revenue Service as applied to corporations,

partnerships, estates and trusts.

ACCTG 21, Business Bookkeeping 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course surveys basic bookkeeping principles and prac-

tices and the use of records to help bookkeepers and busi-

ness owners/managers better understand common business

terms, transactions, and record keeping in small businesses.

This course provides the student with the basic account-

ing concepts and procedures required for all businesses.

Through lecture and problem solving, the student will

learn to do a full set of books pertaining to a small business

enterprise. Topics covered include analyzing and classifying

business transactions, financial statements, worksheets and

adjusting entries, bank reconciliations, payroll, specialized

journals, and tax aspects of small businesses.

ACCTG 31A, Excel for Accounting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 1 or 21.

This course entails the detailed application of accounting

principles using Excel. Topics include creating professional

worksheets, the use of formulas and functions, charts,

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Anthropology

Some of the courses listed in this section are accompanied

by Supplemental Instruction. Supplemental Instruction (SI)

is an academic assistance program that utilizes free peer-

assisted weekly study sessions to help students learn the

most difficult course content. For more information, please

see the SI website at www.smc.edu/si.

ANTHRO 1, Physical Anthropology 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*Maximum credit allowed for Anthropology 1 and

Anthropology 5 is one course (4 units).

A survey of human biology, this course focuses on human

origins and evolution by investigating the major aspects

of physical anthropology including Mendelian and human

genetics, primate and hominid evolutionary processes,

contemporary human variability and facets of primate

ethology and human behavior that make our species

unique in the animal kingdom.

ANTHRO 2, Cultural Anthropology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4A (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

Cultural Anthropology is the study of human society

and culture, analyzing both similarities and differences

amongst cultural groups. This course will introduce stu-

dents to important socio-cultural concepts used by cultural

anthropologists including material culture, social orga-

nization, religion, kinship, ritual and symbolic systems,

race, ethnicity, and language amongst others. Students

will examine how cultural anthropologists understand the

notion of culture in the study of human behavior in differ-

ent regions of the world. The ethnographic method as a

key methodology will be stressed throughout this course.

ANTHRO 3, World Archaeology 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 4A (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*Maximum UC credit allowed for Anthropology 3 and

Anthropology 4 is one course (3 units).

This course is an introduction to the archaeological record

documenting the evolution of human culture from the

earliest stone tool makers to the primary civilizations of

the Old and New Worlds. Topics include hunter-gatherer

adaptations, the invention and spread of agriculture, and

the development of civilizations. Archaeological tech-

niques and methods are introduced as the means for

understanding these developments.

ANTHRO 4, Methods of Archaeology 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in an accounting environment.

Students will work with a local company to apply account-

ing principles.

ACCTG 90B, Accounting Internship 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior

to enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the

Immigration Coordinator at the International Education

Center before enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in an accounting environment.

Students will work with a local company to apply account-

ing principles.

American Sign Language

– Credit

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for American Sign Language. For non-credit American

Sign Language courses, please see “Counseling-Adult

Education.”

ASL 1, American Sign Language 1 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

This is an introductory course of American Sign Language

(ASL) with an emphasis on signing, receptive skills, signing

parameters, the glossing system and numbers. This course

provides a historical introduction, cultural awareness and

cross-cultural adjustment skills. Non-verbal communication

is emphasized. Homework assignments will include, but

are not limited to, attendance and involvement at com-

munity events. Language Lab is required.

ASL 2, American Sign Language 2 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Arts and Humanities), Foreign Language

(required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: American Sign Language 1 or equivalent

skills.

This course is a continuation of American Sign Language

1. Instruction will include further studies of the elementary

skills for the fundamentals of American Sign Language:

grammar, receptive, and expressive. There will also be

extensive instruction on the Deaf Culture and Community,

which will be presented in readings, videos and discussion

in American Sign Language. Non-verbal communication is

emphasized. Language lab is required.

Anatomy

Please see listing under “Biological Sciences.”

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the role of the forensic anthropologist in the investigative

process. Examines the basics of bone biology, methods of

skeletal analysis, recognition of pathology and trauma,

and the techniques used in crime scene investigation and

individual identification.

ANTHRO 14, Sex, Gender and Culture 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4A (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course presents a cross-cultural survey of the position

of men and women within an anthropological framework.

It assesses, in a comparative fashion, the biological basis

of sexual differentiation and the cultural interpretation

of these differences through “gender roles.” Comparative

materials from tribal, non-western, non-industrial, and

western cultures will be used to illustrate the variety of

gender roles and expectations. The course focuses on

cultural institutions as fundamental in creating, defining,

and reinforcing gender roles. Economics, politics, the arts,

ethnicity, race, religion, kinship, world view, language, and

other issues which influence choices, opportunities and

limitations tied to gender will be examined.

ANTHRO 19, The Culture of Food 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4A (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

Food nourishes not only our bodies, but also our souls, and

plays a critical role in the identity formation of individuals

and groups of people in society. This course explores how

different cultural systems throughout the world shape

the production, distribution and consumption of food.

This course utilizes a cross-cultural focus to investigate

the social, cultural, and ecological aspects of food, food

products, and food resources in a global, historical, and

comparative perspective.

ANTHRO 20, Traditional Peoples and Cultures of

Africa 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4A (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is a survey of general traditional African sub-

sistence modes, illustrated by specific examples of cultures

practicing a particular mode of life. Traditional kinship,

political development, economic systems, religions and

the arts are studied in the context of culture areas and

subsistence modes. The focus of the course is on societies

before colonial penetration, but discussions of more recent

issues are included when germane. The study of indig-

enous peoples is placed in the context of broader human

socio-cultural behavior and its products, including material

culture, social organization, religion, language, and other

symbolic systems and discussion of the dynamics of culture,

are included in this study.

*Maximum UC credit allowed for Anthropology 3 and

Anthropology 4 is one course (3 units).

This is an introductory lecture class on the field and

laboratory methods used by archaeologists to under-

stand our past. Topics include the scientific method,

archaeological research design, archaeological reconnais-

sance, excavation, relative and absolute dating techniques,

analyses of archaeological remains, and Cultural Resource

Management.

ANTHRO 5, Physical Anthropology with Lab 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*Maximum credit allowed for Anthropology 1 and

Anthropology 5 is one course (4 units).

A survey of human biology, this course focuses on human

origins and evolution by investigating the major aspects

of physical anthropology including Mendelian and human

genetics, population genetics, primate and hominid evo-

lutionary processes, contemporary human variability, and

facets of primate ethology and human behavior that make

our species unique in the animal kingdom. This course con-

sists of three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory

work weekly. The laboratory projects will parallel the lec-

ture topics hence the lab projects will pertain to genetics,

human variation, primate anatomy, human osteology, and

analysis of hominid (human) and primate fossils.

ANTHRO 7, Introduction to Linguistic

Anthropology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4A (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces the student to the place of language

in society and how it varies in different cultures. The course

explores how language changes in different segments of

society, the relationship between dialects and social hier-

archy, and language variations between genders. Students

will learn to analyze linguistic expressions such as oral

story-telling, poetry, and narratives from a cross-cultural

perspective. Also students will discuss the role of language

in issues related to nationalism.

ANTHRO 9, Paleoanthropology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Science)

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course focuses on the evolutionary history of our spe-

cies, Homo sapiens, through an examination of the paleon-

tological record of primate and human origins. It examines

the latest ideas on comparative primate and human paleo-

biology and places these developments within the concep-

tual framework of modern evolutionary theory.

ANTHRO 10, Forensic Anthropology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course presents an overview of forensic anthropol-

ogy, an applied field of physical anthropology. The course

emphasis is on the current techniques used in the analysis

of human skeletal remains, medico-legal procedures, and

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Arabic

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Arabic 1.

ARABIC 1, Elementary Arabic 1 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 6A Foreign Language

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces basic vocabulary and the funda-

mentals of Modern Standard Arabic grammar, structure,

pronunciation as well as reading, writing, and speaking.

Using natural and audio-lingual approaches, the course

prepares students to understand spoken Arabic, to hold

simple conversations, read, and write short descriptive

compositions in Arabic. Aspects of contemporary Arabic

culture and Arabic history are covered as well. Language

lab is required.

Art

For all Photo classes see Photography. For classes in Interior

Architectural Design, see Interior Architectural Design.

ART 10A, Design I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is an introductory course in the theory and applica-

tion of the elements of 2-D design. Assignments will focus

on the following design principles: line, value, form, scale,

light, logic, space, depth, texture, pattern, composition and

color theory. This course is required for all art majors.

ART 10B, Design II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A.

This course is a continuation of the study of the fundamen-

tals of design with special emphasis on thought and design

concepts with portfolio oriented projects and an introduc-

tion to 3-D design. Required for art majors.

ART 10C, Computer Design 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A.

This course is a continuation of the theory and application

of the principles and elements of fine art and design on the

computer. Introducing the basics of computer operation

for digital imaging applications, scanner technologies, and

learning how to apply visual design concepts with digital

media. This course serves as preparation for further study in

the computer arts by providing an overview of theoretical

issues related to the use of computers in fine art disciplines.

Studio projects focus on integrating visual design principles

with digital imaging technology and personal expression.

ART 13, 3D Design 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: ARTS 101.

• Advisory: Art 10A.

This course explores the basic problems in 3D design using

plastic, metal, wood and other materials. (Recommended

for design, gallery installation, ceramic and sculpture

majors.)

ANTHRO 21, Peoples and Power in

Latin America 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4A (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course will introduce students to the historical and

cultural use of power by peoples and cultures in Latin

America. We will investigate the use of power of Latin

American peoples and cultures who lived prior to contact

with Europeans, in colonial and post-colonial culture in

Latin America, as well as in contemporary Latin American

society. The investigation of the power of the US/Mexican

border and of globalization within Latin America will

also be covered in this course. A cross-cultural perspec-

tive will be employed drawing from examples in Mexico

and Central America, the Caribbean, South America, and

from the influence of countries outside of Latin America

including the United States, England, France, Portugal,

Spain, China, and Japan. Power relations included in the

notions of race, class, gender and sexuality, immigration

and migration, and indigenism (amongst others), as they

are practiced in Latin America, are explored throughout

the semester.

ANTHRO 22, Magic, Religion, and Witchcraft 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4A (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

The purpose of this course is to explore in a cross-cultural

context the nature of religion and the relationships of

individuals and societies to supernatural forces and per-

sons. The course will examine general patterns of religious

behavior throughout the world, delineate different theo-

ries of religion and see how they apply in various cultures.

By the end of the course, the student should be able to

identify several definitions and theories of religion and to

discuss their merits with regard to specific cases.

ANTHRO 35S, Archaeological Field

Techniques 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces students to the basic techniques

involved in archaeological fieldwork. Students will learn

various methods of excavation and how they are tied to a

research design. Lectures will supplement hands-on exca-

vation by providing pertinent historical and theoretical

background to the ongoing scientific research.

ERTHSC 88A, Independent Studies in

Earth Science 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

ERTHSC 88B, Independent Studies in

Earth Science 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

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maintain a notebook of hands-on sketches. This course is a

continuation of the compositional theories and skills devel-

oped in fundamental drawing classes, with an emphasis on

preparing students to build upon their digital skills and fine

art concepts and to develop personal directions in drawing.

ART 21A, Drawing III 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: ARTS 200.

• Advisory: Art 20B.

This is a drawing course with major emphasis on drawing

from a live model in a variety of both black and white and

color media. This course emphasizes anatomical and skel-

etal structures.

ART 21B, Drawing IV 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 21A.

This course is a continuation of Art 21A including composi-

tion and interpretation of drawing the figure in various

media.

ART 30A, Beginning Watercolor Painting I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A or 20A.

This is an introductory course to water media painting

with emphasis on watercolor technique, composition, and

formal theory. A spectrum of wash, glaze, and gouache

techniques are explored using principles of color theory,

composition, and space building concepts.

ART 30B, Watercolor Painting II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A or 20A or 30A.

An advanced course in watercolor media, subjects may

include the figure, landscape, and location painting.

ART 30C, Acrylic Painting Techniques 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A and 20A.

This course will focus on the basics of drawing and painting

with Acrylics and Mixed Media. Acrylics are a fast drying

medium that is ideally suited for the beginning art student

interested in Commercial Arts as well as Fine Arts. Students

will develop skills in conceptual and observational painting

through still life and assignments geared toward illustra-

tion. Assignments are based on typical areas of concentra-

tion found in the field, including conceptual, decorative,

surreal, editorial, design, narrative, portrait, realistic and

on the practical aspect of a career in illustration.

ART 31, Beginning Oil Painting 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A and 20A.

This an introductory course in oil painting. This course will

emphasize building a foundation for executing and under-

standing paintings with coursework focusing on the use

and application of painting materials, composition, and

theory.

ART 32, Intermediate Painting 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A and 20A.

ART 15, Lettering 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A.

This course covers calligraphy, including hand-written let-

ter forms and type faces, styles, proportion, lay-out and

spacing as applied in personal correspondence, advertising,

layout and brochures.

ART 17A, 3D Jewelry Design I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A and 20A.

This course explores jewelry design and silversmithing as an

art form and includes both fabricating and lost-wax casting

techniques.

ART 17B, 3D Jewelry Design II 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Art 17A.

This course is a continuation of jewelry fabrication and

casting, emphasizing the expressive use of non-ferrous

metal construction techniques including chain making,

surface embellishments, alternative casting, and hollow

container construction.

ART 20A, Drawing I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: ARTS 110.

• Prerequisite: None.

This fundamental course is focused on representational

drawing and composition using various black and white

media. Introduction to principles, elements, and practices

of drawing, employing a wide range of subject matter

and drawing media. Focus on perceptually based draw-

ing, observational skills, technical abilities, and creative

responses to materials and subject matter. See counselor

regarding transfer credit limitations.

ART 20B, Drawing II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 20A.

This course is a continuation of Art 20A with emphasis on

color, the compositional aspects of drawing, advanced inte-

gration of basic drawing principles, and the development

of individual expression. Exploration of artistic concepts,

styles, and creative expression related to intermediate-level

drawing, focusing on complex subject matter and concepts

using a variety of drawing mediums, techniques, and meth-

odologies. Students in this course will build on fundamen-

tal drawing skills to develop personalized approaches to

content and materials in exercises covering multiple histori-

cal and contemporary approaches to drawing.

ART 20C, Digital Drawing 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10C.

This course is designed for students who are interested in

broadening their range of drawing options by integrating

traditional fine art drawing skills with digital technologies.

Focus will be on exploration of the principles of drawing in

their simplest form: marks, lines, shapes, light, perspective,

proportion and spatial relationships. Using a combination

of vector based and digital imaging software applications

combined with traditional hands-on techniques, students

will create drawing projects on the computer, as well as

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This course offers the advanced sculpture student the

opportunity to further explore stone carving using pneu-

matic tools. Emphasis is on individual interpretation.

ART 41A, Figure Modeling Sculpture I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 21A or 40A.

Sculpting the human figure in clay is studied. Emphasis is

on relief and full figure over an armature, using live mod-

els.

ART 41B, Figure Modeling Sculpture II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 41A.

This continuation of Art 41A utilizes problems in figure

composition, individual interpretation of the figure, and

exploration of various media.

ART 43A, Glass Sculpture I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A or 20A.

This course explores form and function utilizing free blown

and poured glass, glass construction and glass in combina-

tion with other materials, emphasizing design, construc-

tion techniques, and proficiency in the art of off-hand

glassblowing.

ART 43B, Glass Sculpture II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 43A.

This course further explores form based on techniques

acquired in Art 43A. Advanced techniques such as slump-

ing, fusing, molds, surface decoration, and coloring are

covered.

ART 52A, Ceramics I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A.

This is a ceramic design and construction course using basic

hand building methods and wheel throwing. Emphasis is

on surface decoration and glazing.

ART 52B, Ceramics II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 52A.

This course is a continuation of Art 52A. Emphasis is on

wheel throwing, glaze chemistry, stacking, and firing.

ART 52C, Ceramics III 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 52B.

This course emphasizes advanced concepts in wheel throw-

ing and creating sculptural forms in a variety of methods.

Students will gain increased knowledge of glaze and firing

technology.

ART 60, Introduction to Printmaking 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 20A.

This is an introductory course in printmaking media and

techniques including lino-cut, multi-block woodcut, and

etching processes.

This course is an intermediate course in painting with a

variety of types of subject matter. This course will empha-

size the further use of oil paint or acrylic.

ART 33, Advanced Painting 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 32 and 21A.

This course will focus on painting from the live model. The

ability to use the figure as a carrier of concepts and emo-

tional content will be addressed, as well as light and its

application to the human form. This course will continue

to develop the understanding of the use and application

of painting materials, composition, and theory.

ART 34A, Contemporary Art Theory and

Practice 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is an introductory studio course for beginners and

those who would like to discover their own style, materi-

als, and methods for making authentic artworks. Use of

traditional and non-traditional contemporary art practices

and media will be presented to encourage students to

find their own visual language and approach. The nature

and methods of various contemporary art movements and

genres will be examined.

ART 34B, Contemporary Art Theory and

Practice 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Art 34A.

This course is structured to further encourage each stu-

dent in the development of a personal visual language

for the creation of content-oriented art works leading

to a portfolio for transfer purposes. Both traditional and

non-traditional art genres will be explored including instal-

lation, video, and performance. Emphasis will be placed on

combining formal studio skills with an idea or concept to

produce crafted and unified artworks.

ART 35, Airbrush Techniques 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A or 20A.

This course introduces the use of the airbrush in fine art,

design and illustration, including exercises in freehand air

painting, masks, and stencils.

ART 40A, Sculpture I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A or 20A.

Formal and spatial problems in sculpture are covered in

this course which emphasizes modeling with clay and stone

carving.

ART 40B, Sculpture II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 40A.

This is a continuation of Art 40A with further exploration

of sculptural materials and techniques. Emphasis is on indi-

vidual growth and direction.

ART 40C, Sculpture III 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 40B.

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ART 90B, Internship 2 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

The internship is designed to provide the student with on-

site, practical experience in the field of Art. Students will

gain work experience at an approved, supervised site.

Art History

AHIS 1, Western Art History I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: ARTH 110.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Art 1.

A survey of the chronological development of Western art

from the Stone Age to the Gothic Period with emphasis

on the cultural, political, and social factors that influenced

this evolution. This includes: Near-Eastern, Egyptian, Greek,

Roman, Byzantine, Romanesque and Gothic art and archi-

tecture.

AHIS 2, Western Art History II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: ARTH 120.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Art 2.

This course is a survey of the chronological development of

Western art from the Renaissance to the mid 19th Century

with emphasis on the cultural, political, and social factors

that influenced this evolution. This includes: Renaissance,

Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism, Romanticism and Realism

painting, sculpture and architecture.

AHIS 3, Western Art History III 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Art 8.

A focused survey of the chronological development of art

and architecture from Impressionism to the present day.

This course will cover the major movements of modern and

contemporary art while examining their historical, cultural

and philosophical context. Specific attention will be given

to art theory and its part in shaping conversations about

art history and the contemporary.

AHIS 5, Latin American Art History 1 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Art)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the art, architecture, and visual cul-

ture of Latin America from pre-history up until European

contact. Art objects and monuments from select ancient

civilizations of Mexico, Central America, and South America

will be placed within their historical, cultural, social, and

political contexts.

ART 60B, Introduction to Digital Printing 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 20A.

An introduction to experimental digital print technologies

through understanding the digital imaging process from

color management to visual concept to final ink-on-paper.

Advances the idea of innovative materials and techniques

that explore combining both digital and traditional hands-

on methods emphasizing individual creative problems.

Class projects will be completed on Epson printers (1280,

2200, &4000), including both dye-based and pigment-

based inks with a variety of coated ink jet papers and

uncoated fine art papers. Students working in all media are

welcome to explore a collaborative and interdisciplinary

approach to working in a digital image-making environ-

ment. A special emphasis on fine art portfolio development

for transfer as well as documentation of art works related

to contemporary art practice will be encouraged. Projects,

discussions and critiques will focus on issues of intention,

process, experimentation, and producing quality digital

fine art prints.

ART 61A, Etching 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 20A and 60.

This course is an intensive study of etching techniques,

using multicolor and black and white processes. Traditional

methods of metal etching are also combined with com-

puter generated images and non-toxic photographic tech-

niques.

ART 61B, Advanced Etching 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 61A.

This is an advanced course in creating multiple images

in black and white and color. Traditional metal etching

processes are combined with computer generated images,

image transfers, and non-toxic photographic techniques.

Emphasis is on multiple plate color images and book mak-

ing.

ART 62, Serigraphy (Silkscreen) 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A and 20A.

This is an introductory studio course in screen printing tech-

niques, including hand cut and painted stencil application

as well as an introduction to photo stencil techniques.

ART 63, Lithography 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: Art 10A, 20A and 60.

This course is a study of lithographic processes, past and

current techniques, as well as black and white and multi-

color processes.

ART 90A, Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

The internship is designed to provide the student with on-

site, practical experience in the field of Art. Students will

gain work experience at an approved, supervised site.

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sis on the cultural, political, and social factors which influ-

enced this evolution. The course includes the art of India,

China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Cambodia, and Indonesia.

AHIS 18, Introduction to African Art History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

History and appreciation of the arts of Africa and The

African Diaspora. Examines the continent of Africa within

historical, cultural, religious, socio-political, and aesthetic

contexts, the impact of African art in Europe and the

Americas, and contemporary African art.

AHIS 21, Architectural History:

Ancient to 1850 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Art 6.

A survey of the chronological development of Western

architecture from prehistory to the Romanticism of the

late 18th and early 19th Centuries. It includes art history

and architecture with a worldwide introduction to the

history of architecture. The contributions of technology,

organizing methodology, intellectual thought, social con-

ditions, and general artistic sensibilities will be addressed.

Additionally, historic examples are related to specific, cur-

rent architectural work.

AHIS 22, Architectural History and Theory – 1850 to

Present 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Art 7.

Through the use of lectures, slides, and field trips, architec-

ture will be studied from the mid-19th Century social and

industrial conditions to current sensibilities represented

by various creative individuals, movements and buildings.

Cross references will be made to ideas of other arts, socio-

political theory, and society in general.

AHIS 52, History of Photography 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts and Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Art 73.

This is a historical survey of the evolving nature of photog-

raphy from the early 1800’s to the present digital age.

AHIS 52 is the same course as Photography 52. Students

may receive credit for one, but not both.

AHIS 71, African American Art History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC: 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Art 71.

This course is a survey of the chronological develop-

ment of African American art and iconography from the

advent of slavery in the United States to the present. It

includes Craftsmanship, Painting, Sculpture, Vernacular,

and Contemporary Architecture.

AHIS 6, Latin American Art History 2 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Art)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course is an introductory survey of the art, architec-

ture, and visual culture of Latin America from the colonial

to the contemporary period. The course examines the

introduction and adaption of European artistic models in

the Americas as well as the transformation of American art

as a result of the conquest, analyzing a variety of materials

and media including urban planning, religious and secular

architecture, painting, sculpture, manuscript drawings and

prints from the colonial period (1492-1820). Students study

materials from the 19th century-- examining the role of the

arts in building independent nations--and from the 20th

and 21st centuries, focusing on modern and contemporary

art.

AHIS 11, Art Appreciation: Introduction to Global

Visual Culture 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts and Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement. Formerly Art 79.

An introduction to artistic practices by exploring the myr-

iad manifestations of visual culture in our world through

a cross-cultural thematic approach. This course examines

themes in art like Religion, Power, Reproduction and

Sexuality, and traces them across cultures and time periods.

Emphasis will be placed on learning the language of visual

culture both in terms of the formal elements of design as

well as the content of style and subject matter and find-

ing connections and differences. Students will explore the

various media of art from drawing, sculpture, fresco, oil,

photography, motion pictures, architecture to contempo-

rary advertising and design and investigate how various

cultures have used specific media and themes. This course

is designed to introduce Fine Art and Art History simulta-

neously providing a unique opportunity to explore these

fields as well as to prepare students for a course of study in

Fine Art and Art History.

AHIS 15, Mexican Art History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Art 9.

This course covers the historical development of Mexican

art from its pre-Columbian past to the present with a

review of painting, sculpture, architecture, and their social,

political, religious, and economic relevance.

AHIS 17, Arts of Asia – Prehistory to 1900 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: ARTH 130.

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Art 5.

This course is a survey of the chronological development of

Asian art from earliest times to modern times with empha-

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occasional visits to the planetarium, and computer simula-

tions.

ASTRON 4, Planetary Astronomy with

Laboratory 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum credit allowed for Astronomy 2 and Astronomy

4 is one course (4 units).

This survey course covers the same material as Astronomy

2, but includes a laboratory section covering astronomical

observations. The laboratory portion includes the use of

star charts, celestial globes, optical benches, and occasional

visits to the planetarium, and computers for computer

simulations. It is a one semester survey introduction to the

origin and evolution of solar systems, including planetary

atmospheres, interiors, surface features, moons, and their

interaction with comets, asteroids, and the solar wind.

ASTRON 5, Life in the Universe 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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

• Prerequisite: None.

This course surveys the latest ideas concerning the origin

and evolution of life on earth and discusses how these

ideas are influencing our search for life on other planets in

our solar system and elsewhere in the Universe. Topics cov-

ered include the chemical and biological basis of life, the

search for life on Mars, extrasolar planets and the search

for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI).

ASTRON 6, Archaeoastronomy 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course will stress naked-eye astronomy and the histori-

cal development of astronomical thought, from the stone

age to modern times. Students will learn about celestial

motions and how these motions have shaped various cul-

tural views, and how cultural beliefs and values shaped

interpretations of the phenomena seen. We will see how

eclipses of the sun and moon helped mark important

epochs of time, and how solar and lunar motions were

used to help create calendars. The class will study the

development of astronomy in western European cultures,

American cultures (North America, Mesoamerica, and

South America), and non-western cultures (Asia, Africa).

ASTRON 7, Cosmology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores how our ideas surrounding the origin,

evolution and future of the universe have developed from

earliest times until present day. Topics discussed include

creation mythology, gravity, matter and radiation, relativ-

ity, cosmic expansion and acceleration, the Big Bang, dark

matter and dark energy, the cosmic microwave back-

ground, inflation and the multiverse.

AHIS 72, American Art History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Art)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement. Formerly Art 72.

A survey of the chronological development of painting,

sculpture, and architecture in the United States from its

pre-colonial past to the end of World War II. The contribu-

tions and influences of a variety of ethnic groups to the

diversity of art in the United States will be addressed. The

artistic contribution of Native American, African Americans,

Asian Americans, Chicano/Latino Americans and European

Americans will be studied in the larger context of American

society, history, and culture.

Astronomy

ASTRON 1, Stellar Astronomy 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

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

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum credit allowed for Astronomy 1 and Astronomy

3 is one course (4 units).

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the

fascinating subject of astronomy with an emphasis on the

study of the Sun and other stars. Topics covered include the

motions of the sky, a survey of the history of astronomy

from Kepler to Einstein, gravity, radiation and matter,

astronomical instrumentation, the Sun, stars, star forma-

tion, stellar evolution, galaxies and cosmology.

This course is not recommended to those who have com-

pleted Astronomy 3.

ASTRON 2, Planetary Astronomy 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

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

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum credit allowed for Astronomy 2 and Astronomy

4 is one course (4 units).

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the

fascinating subject of astronomy with an emphasis on the

study of the Earth and the other planets in the solar system.

Topics covered include the motions of the sky, a survey

of the history of astronomy from the Greeks to Einstein,

phases of the moon, eclipses, gravity, the formation of the

solar system, the Earth, Terrestrial and Jovian planets, their

moons, asteroids, meteoroids, comets and a discussion of

extrasolar planets around other stars.

This course is not recommended to those who have com-

pleted Astronomy 4.

ASTRON 3, Stellar Astronomy with

Laboratory 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum credit allowed for Astronomy 1 and Astronomy

3 is one course (4 units).

This survey course covers the same material as Astronomy

1 but has a laboratory portion covering astronomical

observations. The laboratory portion includes the use of

star charts, celestial globes, spectroscopes, optical benches,

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ties in the automotive industry. Also covered are tools and

equipment and safe working practices in the automotive

industry.

AUTO 45, Automotive Braking Systems 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This is a theoretical and practical course in automotive

braking systems. It includes operating principles, compo-

nent description, diagnosis, and service.

AUTO 46, Automotive Electrical Systems 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Auto 40 or equivalent.

This course covers basic electricity and automotive electrical

systems such as battery, starting, charging, and electronic

ignition. Test equipment and computer systems will also

be covered.

AUTO 47, Suspension and Steering 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This is a course in the principles of automotive suspension,

steering systems, and four-wheel suspension alignment.

Topics include the two types of steering systems that are

widely used in today’s consumer vehicles: rack-and-pinion

steering, and “recirculating ball” or “worm gear” steering,

also known as conventional. This course prepares students

for entry-level positions or advanced training in automo-

tive suspension and steering systems, with the opportunity

to acquire marketable skills in wheel alignment, and the

testing, diagnosis, and repair of steering and suspension

systems.

AUTO 50, Emerging and Alternative Auto

Technology 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

Students will gain an understanding of the current state of

vehicle technology in the U.S. In addition, they will study

the impact of alternative fuels, hybrid-electric drives, and

other technology emerging in the transportation market-

place. Emissions, fuel economy benefits and regulations,

and safety and service requirements will be examined.

The interaction of issues such as economic viability, energy

independence, the regulatory environment, infrastructure,

and the consumer environment will be examined from

the standpoint of the ability of each technology to solve

transportation-related energy and air pollution problems.

The global impact of the automobile will be studied.

AUTO 90A, Automotive Internship 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Instructor approval required.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this Class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The internship program is designed to provide the

advanced student with on-site, practical experience in the

automotive field. Learning objectives and exit internship

evaluation are required.

Basic Skills – Noncredit

The following classes are noncredit and free--they do NOT

carry academic credit or assign grades.

ASTRON 8, Introduction to Astrophysics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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

• Prerequisite: Math 2.

A rigorous quantitative introduction to the physics of

astronomy for prospective majors and mathematically-

minded enthusiasts. The course employs graphing tech-

niques, systems of equations, and geometric analysis to

survey a wide range of astronomical phenomena including

stellar evolution, planetary physics, and extragalactic cos-

mology. Emphasis will be placed upon deploying expedient

methods of approximation to solve problems in emerging

frontiers of research such as exoplanets, brown dwarfs,

neutron stars, black holes, quasars, dark matter, and gam-

ma-ray bursts. This curriculum provides an extraordinary

opportunity for the motivated student to experience the

thrill of applied math in the cosmic context of 21st century

astrophysics.

ASTRON 9, Astrophysics with Calculus 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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

• Prerequisite: Math 8; and Physics 8 or Physics 21.

A robust calculus-based treatment of Astrophysics suited

for science majors and mathematically-minded enthusiasts.

The course makes use of methods in quantitative analysis

including dynamical physics, differential and integral cal-

culus, trigonometry and advanced graphing techniques to

address a wide range of astronomical phenomena includ-

ing stellar properties, interior structure, stellar evolution,

variable stars, planetary atmospheres and gaseous nebulae,

and the large-scale structure of the Universe. Emphasis

will be placed on finding analytic solutions to problems

in emerging areas of research such as exoplanetary sys-

tems, red giants, white dwarfs, supernovae, neutron stars,

pulsars, black holes, the interstellar medium, dark mat-

ter, active galactic nuclei, gamma-ray bursts, dark energy

and big bang nucleosynthesis. This curriculum provides a

remarkable opportunity for the motivated student to expe-

rience the power of applying calculus-based physics to the

frontiers of contemporary astrophysical problems.

ASTRON 10, Exploration of the Solar System 3 units

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• Advisory: Astronomy 2 or 4 or Geology 1 or 4.

This course provides a geologic and astronomic view of

solar system exploration. Current knowledge of the geol-

ogy of other planets, natural satellites and asteroids is

discussed. Current studies in planetary science and how to

access and utilize data collected from modern and historic

planetary missions and Earth-based studies are also exam-

ined.

Astronomy 10 is the same course as Geology 10. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

Automotive Technology

AUTO 40, Automotive Maintenance and

Operation 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an introductory course dealing with the

maintenance and operation of the modern automobile.

The course familiarizes the student with career opportuni-

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ANATMY 2, Advanced Human Anatomy 4 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Anatomy 1.

This course emphasizes developmental, comparative, gross

anatomy as applied to various disciplines such as clinical

medicine, anthropology, art, illustration, kinesiology and

pathology in order to demonstrate practical and profes-

sional applications of anatomy. The laboratory experience

includes individualized instruction in dissection of the

human body. Students prepare seminars on specific anat-

omy topics for presentation to faculty and other students.

Guest lecturers and field trips may be included.

BIOL 2, Human Biology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This survey course explores the principles of biology using

humans as examples. It includes introductions to the sci-

entific method, cell biology, heredity, evolution, human

ecology, behavior, and the major concepts of structure,

function and pathology of most organ systems. The course

may serve as an introduction to the future study of biology,

including anatomy and physiology, or stand by itself as a

non-lab life science course for general education students.

BIOL 3, Fundamentals of Biology 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*No UC credit given for Biology 3 if taken after Biology 21,

22 or 23.

This general biology course is for transfer students who

are not biology majors. Topics include basic molecular and

cellular biology, genetics, the anatomy and physiology of

plants, animals and humans, the diversity of life, evolution,

and ecology. Current environmental issues and new devel-

opments in biological science are discussed. Laboratory

experiences are integrated and stress scientific methodol-

ogy and thinking.

Credit is allowed for one course from either Biology 3, 4,

Botany 1.

BIOL 4, Modern Applications of Biology 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*No UC credit is given for Biology 4 if taken after Biology

21, 22, 23, Botany 1 or Zool 5.

This general education course surveys biology from the per-

spective of the exciting discoveries coming from the studies

of DNA and protein. Current methods of biotechnology

will be discussed and illustrated in laboratory exercises.

Topics include genetics, evolution, anatomy and physiol-

ogy of animals and plants, and ecology. Applications of

biotechnology include gene therapy, diagnostics, medical

forensics, and transgenic animals and plants. This course is

designed for transfer students who are not biology majors.

It is recommended for future teachers of biology.

ENGL 990, English Acceleration Support 0 units

This course is designed for students to enhance and

improve their skills to promote success in college-level

composition and reading. It consists of instruction in com-

position and the comprehension and analysis of readings.

It also includes discussion, in-class writing, and a review of

English grammar and usage.

Biological Sciences

Students must be present for the first session of biological

science classes to be assured of admission to limited labora-

tory spaces.

Students who wish to enroll in a Life Sciences course must

demonstrate that they have met the prerequisites for

the course prior to enrollment. Continuing students must

complete prerequisite courses with a C or better. If cur-

rently enrolled in a prerequisite course at SMC at the time

of enrollment, students will be admitted to subsequent

courses based upon midterm placement results, but will be

dropped if the prerequisite course is not completed with

a C or better. Students who have successfully completed

one or more prerequisite courses (earning a grade of C- or

better in both the lecture and lab courses and an average

of C (2.0) or better overall) at another institution may be

able to verify having met the prerequisites by submitting

a transcript and course description and course syllabus for

the prerequisite courses.

Some of the courses listed in this section are accompanied

by Supplemental Instruction. Supplemental Instruction (SI)

is an academic assistance program that utilizes free peer-

assisted weekly study sessions to help students learn the

most difficult course content. For more information, please

see the SI website at www.smc.edu/si.

ANATMY 1, General Human Anatomy 4 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: BIOL 110B.

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course is an intensive study of the gross and microscop-

ic structure of the human body including the four major

types of tissue and their subgroups, and the following

organ systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, circula-

tory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, endo-

crine, nervous, and sensory. Functions of the organ systems

are included at the introductory level to prepare students

for a course in Human Physiology. Laboratory assignments

develop the skills of observation, investigation, identifica-

tion, discovery and dissection. The use of actual specimens,

including cat dissection and observation of a human

cadaver, is emphasized to assure that students learn the

relative structure, functions, textures and variations in

tissues not incorporated in models. Supplemental materi-

als such as models, photographs, charts, videotapes, and

digitized images are also provided. This course is required

for students preparing for many Allied Health professions

including, but not limited to, Nursing, Respiratory Therapy,

Physical Therapy, Physical Education and Kinesiology

Training, and Physician’s Assistant and is a prerequisite for

Human Physiology 3.

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course is designed to meet the needs of students transfer-

ring to upper division biology study.

BIOL 22, Genetics and Molecular Biology 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Science, + Lab)

• Prerequisite: Biology 21 and Chemistry 11.

• Skills Advisory: Chemistry 21 and Eligibility for English

*No UC credit for Biology 3, 4, Botany 1 or Zoology 5 if

taken after Biology 21, 22 or 23.

This is the second course of a three-course lecture and

laboratory sequence for Biology Majors, Biology 21, 22 and

23. It focuses on the structure, function and transmission

of genes from the perspectives of genetics and molecular

biology. A strong foundation in genetics and its relation-

ship to molecular biology is developed through problem

solving. Students perform experiments that require data

analyses and demonstrate interpretations in laboratory

reports. Application of Internet databases for bioinformat-

ics is used to show relationships between DNA and protein

sequences. The course is designed to meet the needs of

students transferring to upper division biology study.

It is strongly recommended that students also enroll in

Chemistry 21 which is required for transfer.

BIOL 23, Organismal and Environmental

Biology 5 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Biology 22.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*No UC credit for Biology 3, 4, Botany 1 or Zoology 5 if

taken after Biology 21, 22 or 23.

This is the third of a three-course lecture and laboratory

sequence for biology majors. Organisms at and above the

cellular level of organization are examined, with plants,

invertebrates, and vertebrates receiving equal attention.

Topics emphasized include morphology, physiology, sys-

tematics, ecology, evolution, and behavior. Additionally,

each student must complete a term project which includes

lab or fieldwork and library research. Transfer credit is lim-

ited if students enroll in other overlapping Biology courses

or Zoology 5.

BIOL 45 A-Z, Field Studies in Natural

History 0.5 – 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

See Schedule of Classes for current offerings

This series of courses is designed to combine classroom

and laboratory studies with actual field studies in biology.

Students will be introduced to the flora and fauna of par-

ticular habitats, biomes, or ecological communities and the

ecological relationships of these areas using a field biology

approach. Identification of unknown organisms and use

of standard field sampling techniques are emphasized.

Courses in this series allow students to study and visit such

diverse areas as Belize, China, Tahiti, the Amazon, and

the Galapagos Islands and specific habitat-types such as

California Deserts, California Mountain ranges, and wet-

lands of southern California.

Credit is allowed for one course from Biology 3, 4, Botany

BIOL 9, Environmental Biology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies Santa Monica College’s Global

Citizenship requirement.

This survey course covers ecological principles including

ecosystem structure and function, population dynamics

and the interdependence of living organisms. Current envi-

ronmental issues and controversies such as global warming,

biodiversity and species extinction, habitat destruction,

food and energy resources and pollution will be explored.

Strategies for sustainable living will be emphasized.

BIOL 15, Marine Biology with Laboratory 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*Total of four units credit for Biology 15 and Biology 15N

is transferable.

This survey course of marine organisms and their relation-

ships to their environment emphasizes intertidal and off-

shore life forms. Included is an investigation of behavior,

ecology, morphological and physiological adaptations and

environmental relationship to humans. This course is three

hours each of lecture and laboratory work.

BIOL 15N, Marine Biology (Non-Laboratory) 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*Total of four units credit for Biology 15 and Biology 15N

is transferable.

This survey course of marine organisms and their rela-

tionships to their environment emphasizes intertidal and

offshore life forms. Included are investigation of behavior,

ecology, morphological and physiological adaptations and

environmental relationship to humans. This course includes

three hours of lecture per week.

BIOL 21, Cell Biology and Evolution 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Science, + Lab)

• Prerequisite: Chemistry 11.

*No UC credit for Biology 3, 4, Botany 1 or Zoology 5 if

taken after Biology 21, 22 or 23.

This is the first course of a three-course lecture and labora-

tory sequence for Biology majors, including Biology 21, 22,

and 23. It describes how scientists approach the scientific

method to generate scientific knowledge; studies the his-

tory, evidence, and mechanisms of evolution; identifies the

chemistry of four classes of macromolecules; elucidates the

cell principle including cell structure, function, and physiol-

ogy; describes general energy metabolism; and illustrates

the processes of growth and reproduction through mitosis,

meiosis, development, and life cycles. Students are required

to perform at least two experiments that require data

collection, computer-based data management and graph-

ing, and scientific analysis and interpretation of data. The

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BIOL 88C, Independent Studies in

Biological Sciences 3 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

BIOL 90A, Life Science Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with real life experience in Life Science.

BIOL 90B, Life Science Internship 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with real life experience in Life Science.

BIOL 94C, Cell and Molecular Biology Research

Methods 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Biology 21 or Science 10.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1

This course utilizes techniques of biochemistry and cellular

and molecular biology to explore the actions of cellular

proteins participating in pathways that are critical to the

functioning of living organisms. Students examine the roles

of a single vital protein or pathway. Through a survey of

the scientific literature, students formulate hypotheses and

determine appropriate methods for testing predictions.

Students collect data, apply statistical methods, engage

in comprehensive data interpretation, utilize computer-

aided computational analyses of protein structure and

searches of bioinformatics databases to evaluate experi-

mental results, and generate new hypotheses. Comparisons

between the normal function of the protein or pathway

and the possible outcomes of dysfunctions are emphasized.

Students report their findings in the format of a scientific

journal article.

BOTANY 1, General Botany 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*No UC credit for Botany 1 if taken after Biology 21, 22 or

23 and no credit for Biology 4 if taken after Zoology 5 or

Botany 1.

This course provides an overview of photosynthetic organ-

isms (the Plant Kingdom, photosynthetic Monerans and

Protistans) and Fungi. Flowering plants are emphasized.

Topics covered include a survey of botanical life forms,

taxonomy, the structure, development and function of

cells, stems, roots leaves, flowers, and seeds; chemistry,

photosynthesis, respiration, plant physiology, Mendelian

and molecular genetics, genetic engineering, evolution,

and ecology. Scientific thinking skills will be developed

BIOL 46 A-Z, Field Studies in Natural

History 0.5 – 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

See Schedule of Classes for current offerings.

This series of courses is designed to combine classroom

and laboratory studies with actual field studies in biology.

Students will be introduced to the flora and fauna of par-

ticular habitats, biomes, or ecological communities and the

ecological relationships of these areas using a field biology

approach. Identification of unknown organisms and use

of standard field sampling techniques are emphasized.

Courses in this series allow students to study and visit such

diverse areas as Belize, China, Tahiti, the Amazon, and

the Galapagos Islands, and specific habitat-types such as

California Deserts, California Mountain ranges, and wet-

lands of Southern California.

BIOL 75, Biotechnology Methods 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Chemistry 11.

• Corequisite: Chemistry 12.

• Skills Advisory: Microbiology 1, Physiology 3; or

Biology 2, 3, 4, 21 or 22.

This course provides an introduction to commonly used

techniques in biotechnology. Students will learn basic prin-

ciples behind the methods and gain “hands-on” experience

with techniques for analyzing DNA and protein. Methods

for studying DNA will include DNA subcloning, bacte-

rial transformation, agarose gel electrophoresis, restric-

tion endonuclease mapping, polymerase chain reaction

(PCR), restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP)

by Southern blotting and non-isotopic detection of DNA.

Techniques for analyzing proteins will include enzyme-

linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), protein quantitation

and polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (PAGE). Skills devel-

oped in this course can lead to employment as a biotech-

nology technician.

BIOL 81, BioBrightStart, Basic Biology 2 units

• Prerequisite: None.

A hands-on preparatory course designed to introduce

underprepared students to the magic and wonder that is

the fascinating world of biology in an atmosphere that is

designed to de-mystify the biological world. Basic concepts

associated with biology and its role in the environment

will be presented. Students will learn about the tools and

methods used by biologists to gather scientific information

and will use these tools to acquire the basic skills needed to

succeed in College level biology courses.

Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of

Associate degree requirements.

BIOL 88A, Independent Studies in Biological

Sciences 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

BIOL 88B, Independent Studies in

Biological Sciences 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

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process of creating a resume, the processes of building

a portfolio and networking through the district dietetic

association and contribute to the nutritional status of the

community. Service learning may be used in this course.

NUTR 4, Healthy Lifestyle: Food and Fitness 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will help individuals to develop knowledge of

how to eat healthy for fitness, health and sport. They will

learn how to maintain/gain or lose weight in a healthy

manner. Nutrition and physical assessments will guide the

development of these life style skills. Nutrients needed

for achieving a healthy level of fitness and weight will

be discussed. The dangers of disordered eating and body

dysmorphia will be discussed. Individuals will learn how to

evaluate the latest weight loss, fitness and dietary supple-

ment fads.

NUTR 6, Clinical Nutrition in Health Care 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Biology 3 or Physiology 3.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is intended to prepare Nursing and other Allied

Health students to understand organ systems and the

pathophysiology of various disease states and the clinical

nutrition implications for restoring health and/or manag-

ing disease. The Scientific Method serves as the foundation

for evaluating current research in clinical nutrition. Issues

of assessment and ethics are discussed as they relate to

professional standards of practice and behavior.

NUTR 7, Food and Culture in America 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Nutrition 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

The evolution of American food culture is examined from

a historical, contemporary, economic, political and scien-

tific survey of ethnic groups in America, including Native

Americans, European Americans, African Americans, Asian

Americans, and Latinos. Immigration, enculturation, accul-

turation, religion, food availability, food preference, food

behavior, food preparation, food beliefs and food-related

gender roles are considered. These factors are compared

and contrasted across the ethnic groups and regions in

America. The impact of “Americanization” on ethnic

cuisines and impact of ethnic cuisines on the American

economy are explored. Current research on the health-

and nutrition-related implications of ethnic groups’ food

choices/practices is reviewed. Engendering cultural sensitiv-

ity and competency is at the core of this course.

NUTR 8, Principles of Food with Lab 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Application of food science principles with emphasis on

ingredient function and interaction, food preparation

techniques, sensory evaluation standards, food safety and

sanitation, and nutrient composition of food.

NUTR 9, Nutrition Education and Counseling 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nutrition 1 and 6.

in laboratory exercises. One or more labs are field trips to

local natural areas or Plant society meetings.

Credit is allowed for one course from either Biology 3, 4,

Botany 1.

BOTANY 3, Field Botany 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This introduction to the life habits, interrelationships,

and classification of both native and introduced plants.

Provides practice in identifying species by means of keys,

manuals, and charts. Emphasis is on the field study of

southern California plant communities, both terrestrial and

marine. Other geographic regions may be explored. Field

trips are taken to any combination of botanical gardens,

parks, nurseries and a number of natural settings, includ-

ing nature reserves, as well as state and national parks. It

is designed to be of special interest to future teachers and

recreational leaders, as well as to majors in botany, general

agriculture, landscape architecture, forestry, and wildlife

management.

MCRBIO 1, Fundamentals of Microbiology 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Chemistry 19 (preferred) or Chemistry

10 or eligibility for Chemistry 11; and Physiology 3 or

Biology 3 or 21.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course involves study of several types of microorgan-

isms with emphasis on bacteria. Principles of microbiol-

ogy, metabolism, genetics, immunology, and medical and

nonmedical applications are considered. The laboratory

includes aseptic transfer techniques, cultural characteristics,

methods of microscopy, and analytical techniques for iden-

tifying microbial organisms. The course content is related

to both general and clinical applications including recent

molecular biological and serological techniques.

NUTR 1, Introduction to Nutrition Science 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: NUTR 110.

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Human nutrition, integrating anatomy, physiology, bio-

chemistry, and psychology, is studied in relation to wellness

and degenerative disease prevention. Scientific informa-

tion and principles provide the foundation for evaluating

current concepts in nutrition for practical application in

daily living.

NUTR 3, Introduction to the Dietetics

Profession 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores the fields of Dietetics and Nutrition,

including trends, future projections, and employment

opportunities. The course offers an overview of the dietet-

ics profession including career options, professional devel-

opment, continuing education, code of ethics, state and

national standards of scope and practice, professional

values, creativity, Academy of Nutrition and Science posi-

tion papers and evidence-based references and resources.

Additionally, each student will be guided through the

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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; mem-

brane 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 and sensory, endo-

crine, muscular, circulatory, immune, respiratory, renal,

digestive, and reproductive. 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.

ZOOL 5, Introductory Zoology 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5B (Biological Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*No UC credit for Zool 5 if taken after Biology 21, 22 or

23 and no credit for Biology 4 if taken after Zoology 5 or

Botany 1.

This general zoology course deals with the major animal

groups from protists through vertebrates. Consideration is

given to animal form, function, natural history, and behav-

ior. Comparisons are made between groups and are used

to stress the principles of evolution, classification, mor-

phology, cell biology, organ system function, genetics, and

ecology. Critical and scientific thinking skills are illustrated

and developed.

ZOOL 17, Field Zoology 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: A life sciences course.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces the vertebrate and invertebrate ani-

mals of southern California within the context of natural

ecological communities. Emphasis is placed on the tech-

niques used for field identification, population monitoring,

behavioral observation, and habitat description. Students

also learn how field data are collected, analyzed and

reported. The value of natural areas in human-dominated

landscapes is stressed. Field trips are an integral part of the

course.

ZOOL 20, Vertebrate Field Studies 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is designed to expose students to the tech-

niques used by field zoologists to study wild vertebrate

animals. The course focuses on vertebrates of southern

California and emphasizes the techniques used to observe

and survey wild animals. Students design a study, collect

and analyze data, and present their findings in written and

oral form. Field trips are an integral part of the course.

Botany

Please see listing under “Biological Sciences.”

Nutrition education, communication, interviewing, coun-

seling and motivational principles will be discussed/role-

played as they pertain to working with groups and/or

individuals to obtain/maintain wellness or manage existing

health conditions. Fundamental knowledge of nutritional

science, clinical nutrition, fitness, and wellness is necessary.

Experiential activities, including presentations and counsel-

ing triads, will provide exposure to assessing, planning, and

evaluating effective dietary/lifestyle modification plans/

strategies for working with diverse populations through-

out the life cycle.

NUTR 88A, Independent Studies in Nutrition 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

NUTR 88B, Independent Studies in Nutrition 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

NUTR 90A, Internship in Nutrition 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with real life experience in Nutrition.

NUTR 90B, Internship in Nutrition 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is intended to provide real life

experience in Nutrition.

NUTR 90C, Internship in Nutrition 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is intended to provide real life

experience in Nutrition.

NUTR 90D, Internship in Nutrition 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling

The Internship program is intended to provide real world

experience in the field of nutrition.

PHYS 3, Human Physiology 4 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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.

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BUS 11, Introduction to the Hospitality

Industry 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides students with an introduction to the

hospitality industry, explaining the interrelationships and

history of key leisure industry segments. An emphasis is

placed on the application of technology, sustainability,

ethics, leadership, teams, critical thinking, and service stan-

dards for the restaurant, hotel, and travel-related business-

es. The course examines career opportunities, operations

management, human resource management, marketing,

and financial considerations for each segment.

BUS 15, Introduction to Insurance with Code and

Ethics 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the

basic overview of the property/casual insurance system. It is

designed for those students who have little or no knowl-

edge of insurance. In addition, this course will enable stu-

dents to understand and apply the proper ethical behavior

and obligations related to the insurance field.

BUS 16, Personal Insurance 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

In this course, students will learn the essentials of personal

insurance coverages. Personal property and liability topics

will include automobile, homeowners, and other residen-

tial insurance, such as earthquake, flood, marine and mis-

cellaneous coverages. The basics of financial planning, life

insurance and health insurance will also be covered.

BUS 17, Property and Liability Insurance 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

In this course, students will learn the basics of property and

liability insurance. It covers types of insurers, institutions

that provide insurance, insurance regulation, and measure-

ment of financial performance. It also covers insurance

operations, including marketing techniques, underwriting,

claims, insurance contracts, loss exposure and risk manage-

ment.

BUS 18, Commercial Insurance 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

In this course, students will learn the basics of commer-

cial insurance. It covers commercial property insurance,

business income insurance, commercial crime insurance,

equipment breakdown insurance, inland and ocean marine

insurance, commercial general liability insurance, commer-

cial automobile insurance and miscellaneous commercial

insurance coverage.

BUS 20, Principles of Marketing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces modern business marketing con-

cepts and strategies and familiarizes the student with

standards, procedures, and techniques used in marketing.

Topics include marketing research; consumer behavior;

Broadcasting

Please see listing under “Media Studies.”

Business

BUS 1, Introduction to Business 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: BUS 110.

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

An overview of the functional areas of business in a global

society. Students will complete the course with knowledge

of the general business environment, economic systems,

business ethics, operations and project management, and

technology and information systems. In addition, stu-

dents will learn the fundamentals of economics, business

ownership,entrepreneurship, finance, management, lead-

ership, and marketing. Key themes woven throughout the

course include exploration of career options and develop-

ment of business problem-solving skills.

BUS 4, Leisure Industries and Tourism 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers the historical and philosophical founda-

tions of commercial recreation, hospitality, tour, and travel

industries. It identifies the providers of goods and ser-

vices and the career opportunities available in this industry.

Students analyze the current trends in leisure enterprises

including travel, tourism, hotels, motels, theme parks,

event management, special events, meetings, conventions,

and allied leisure industries. Each student will develop a

commercial recreation business plan and a tourism des-

tination business plan with the assistance of computer

software.

BUS 5, Business Law 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

C-ID: BUS 125.

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum UC credit allowed for ACCTG 26, BUS 5, BUS 6

is one course (3 units).

This course provides students with an overview of the fun-

damental legal principles pertaining to business transac-

tions and related topics. It also encompasses introductory

subjects concerning the U.S. legal system such as the court

structure, sources of law, legal reasoning and case analysis.

To give students a broad perspective on the various laws

and areas impacting business, the following topics are also

explored: criminal law, torts, civil procedure, administrative

processes, contract law, ethics, constitutional law, agency

and the legal principles pertaining to business entities.

BUS 6, Advanced Business Law 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: Business 5.

*Maximum UC credit allowed for ACCTG 26, BUS 5, BUS 6

is one course (3 units). Formerly same course as ACCTG 26.

This course covers advanced topics in agency, partner-

ships, corporations, LLCs, torts, legal procedures, and other

advanced topics.

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behavior to generate explanations for the behavior of

individual consumers and groups, the decisions they make,

and the culture they live in. The final section of the course

focuses on the application of marketing research and con-

sumer behavior. The student will learn how these skills can

help them in business, as well as how to build their own

research study.

BUS 27, Introduction to e-Commerce 3 units

Transfer: CSU

Formerly same course as CIS 27.

Students will learn the technological and strategic aspects

of electronic commerce essential to succeeding in today’s

internet-based economy. No background in e-commerce

is necessary. This is a lecture and theoretical course which

covers the key technologies used in e-Commerce, the his-

tory of internet and web technologies, infrastructure, and

the economic forces behind e-Commerce. Business goals

and constraints, technology and process tools, business

strategies and tactics, and underlying economic theories

relating to successful e-Commerce will be discussed.

BUS 28, Marketing Promotion 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course addresses strategies marketers may use to best

communicate with their customers and other stakehold-

ers. By applying an Integrated Marketing Communications

perspective to marketing promotion, all aspects of com-

munication are pulled together, thereby providing a more

complete treatment of advertising, sales promotion, direct

marketing, personal selling, public relations, publicity, and

interactive media.

BUS 31, Business English Fundamentals 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course emphasizes the use of effective grammar, punc-

tuation, sentence and paragraph structure in writing short

business reports and other business documents. This course

is recommended instead of English 1 for Business and CIS

majors.

BUS 32, Business Communications 3 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: BUS 115.

• Prerequisite: English 1 or Business 31.

This course surveys the principles and techniques of current

and evolving business communication as a process in a vari-

ety of business situations. The course emphasizes planning,

organizing, composing, and revising business documents

using appropriate utilization of a variety of technological

platforms, business related internet writing contexts, and

web resources. Also, this course will incorporate a variety

of internet-based communication tools relevant to doing

business in today’s world. This course is designed for stu-

dents who already have college-level writing skills.

BUS 34, Introduction to Social Media

Marketing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides students with an introduction to social

media marketing, including social communities, publishing,

entertainment, and commerce. Opportunities and limita-

target marketing; green marketing; and product, pricing,

promotion, and distribution strategies.

BUS 21, Merchandising Principles 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides an introduction to retailing con-

cepts and strategies used by contemporary merchandis-

ers. Special attention will be given to the theory and

practice involved in such merchandising activities as sales

transactions, customer services, types of merchandising

institutions, store operation and policies, store layout and

fixtures, advertising, and display.

BUS 22, Introduction to Advertising 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Advertising psychology, strategies, and methods are cov-

ered in this introduction to the field. Topics include plan-

ning advertising campaigns for all types of media. Class

projects give the student practice in creating and commu-

nicating ideas using advertising strategy and techniques.

BUS 23, Principles of Selling 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores the fundamental sales process of ana-

lyzing customer needs and satisfying those needs with a

relevant product or service. Topics include prospecting and

qualifying potential buyers, preparing for sales calls, deliv-

ering sales presentations, handling customer objections,

negotiating sales transactions, closing sales, and providing

effective follow-up.

BUS 24, Creative Selling 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course involves the process of analyzing the potential

customers’ needs and wants, and assisting them to discover

how these needs and wants can be best satisfied. The entire

process is done by emphasizing each student’s creative abil-

ity. The proper use of merchandising to stimulate customer

desire and to overcome customer resistance is included.

BUS 25, Advertising Display 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This class surveys the techniques, styles and variations of

presenting tangible merchandise in physical, print and

electronic formats. Color theory, design principles and con-

sumer psychographic interests blend with advertising and

sales techniques to highlight how hard and soft goods are

sold in the brick-and-mortar and virtual retail sectors.

BUS 26, Marketing Research and Consumer

Behavior 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

The marketing research portion of the course includes the

allocation and usage of secondary as well as primary data

sources, the understanding of basic concepts, the collection

of information, the proper analysis of the data acquired,

and the screening of sample applications. The consumer

behavior section of the course will introduce the student

to knowledge, concepts, and models that use consumer

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Americans and Asian Americans) as well as on international

cultures. Emphasis will be placed on how a firm’s success

is affected by both domestic and global issues influencing

intercultural communication.

BUS 52, International Marketing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course focuses on marketing management prob-

lems, techniques and strategies necessary to incorporate

the marketing concept into the framework of the world

marketplace. This course is designed to promote an under-

standing of the impact that a country’s culture and envi-

ronment have on the marketing mix as well as the prob-

lems of competing in markets having different cultures.

BUS 53, Importing and Exporting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course presents an overview of importing and export-

ing as drivers of globalization. It is designed to help stu-

dents explore the benefits, costs, and risks of importing

and exporting as well as the trade regulations involved,

the documentation and licensing required, and the pub-

lic and private sources of financing and other assistance

available. It stresses cross-cultural comparisons of foreign

business, legal and political practices, trade patterns, and

markets as a means of implementing successful import/

export plans. Currency exchange, sources and methods of

market research, terms of payment, broker services, insur-

ance, letters of credit, transportation and barriers to entry

will also be covered.

BUS 54, International Management 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course focuses on issues faced in international man-

agement. Techniques and strategies for leading business

activities in the world marketplace are examined. The

course is designed to promote an understanding of global

trends and the decision-making process involved in all

aspects of the multinational organization, such as plan-

ning, organizing, and human resource management.

BUS 55, Southern California’s International

Connections 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides an overview of Southern California’s

economy, its people, and its role in the global economic

system. Using a variety of tools, students will be introduced

to the vital commercial, financial, and personal connections

that make Southern California one of the most diverse

and globally connected places in the world. Special atten-

tion is devoted to key regional institutions that mediate

the region’s global connections, and to a comparison of

Southern California with other major global cities.

BUS 62, Human Relations and Ethical Issues in

Business 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides concrete guidance in using human

relations skills in the workplace that will promote working

tions of current social media platforms will be examined.

The course will emphasize social media’s strategic role in

traditional marketing, how to build effective social media

marketing strategies, and how to track their effectiveness.

BUS 45, Individual Financial Planning 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides students with the tools to achieve

their personal financial goals. It will help them make

informed decisions related to spending, saving, borrowing,

and investing. Topics covered include personal financial

planning; money management; tax strategy and the deci-

sion processes and behaviors underlying consumer credit;

purchasing decisions; insurance; investing in stocks, bonds,

mutual funds, and real estate; retirement; and estate plan-

ning.

Business 45 is the same class as Accounting 45. Students

may earn credit for one, but not for both.

BUS 46, Introduction to Investments 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides a comprehensive view of securities,

markets, and investment techniques, ranging from simple

investment programs to advanced speculative market tech-

niques.

BUS 47, Personal Finance for Students 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides students with the fundamental tools

to make informed decisions that impact their short and

intermediate-term finances. Topics covered include money

management and the decision processes and behaviors

underlying spending, saving, and borrowing.

Business 47 is the same course as Counseling 47. Students

may earn credit for one but not both.

BUS 50, Introduction to International

Business 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course focuses on general business problems, theories,

techniques and strategies necessary in the development of

business activities in the global market place. The course is

designed to promote an understanding of the impact that

a country’s culture and its political and economic environ-

ments have on a firm’s international operations. The course

covers the global perspective of business fundamentals as

they relate to international management, communication,

marketing, finance, ethics, etc.

BUS 51, Intercultural Business

Communication 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course is designed to heighten awareness of culture

and its impact on successful business enterprises. The stu-

dent will develop skills to identify areas where culture and

business intersect by focusing on four subsets of American

culture (European Americans, Chicano/Latinos, African

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oping awareness of the contingencies to be considered in

taking strategic actions, and investigating how different

academic disciplines interpret the leadership phenomenon.

This course highlights key criteria used in assessing the

viability of an organizational action plan, and the role of

leadership in managing constructive change processes.

BUS 76, Human Resources Management 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Human resource management encompasses those activi-

ties designed to provide for and coordinate the human

resources of an organization. This course is fashioned to

emphasize both the theoretical and practical aspects of

human resource management. Topics of special interest

include equal employment opportunity; staffing the orga-

nization; training and developing employees; employee

compensation; understanding unions; and organizational

maintenance, communication, and information systems.

BUS 79, Bargaining and Negotiations 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Managerial negotiation, a feature central to labor-man-

agement relations, is a common everyday activity that most

people use to influence others and to achieve personal

objectives. This course integrates theoretical research from

the field of social psychology, the literature on collective

bargaining from the arena of labor relations, and the

“how to do it” writings of popular works on negotiations,

and applies them to managerial negotiation. Of particular

interest are the areas of persuasion and attitude change,

power, conflict management, and justice in organizations.

A variety of experientially-based role plays, simulations,

questionnaires, and cases are adopted to highlight key

aspects of the negotiation process.

BUS 80, Principles of Logistics 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides an overview of how firms use distri-

bution intermediaries to gain a competitive advantage in

local and global markets through the integration of logis-

tics and supply chain management. The management of

the physical flow of products and information throughout

the entire supply chain is examined, including physical dis-

tribution, transportation, warehousing, customer service,

materials management, third-party and global logistics,

systems planning, and operations and management of the

supply chain.

BUS 81, Transportation Management 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

The class provides an overview of the alternative modes,

systems, rates, services, and regulations in global trans-

portation. Transportation systems and providers will be

examined including ocean, air, and surface carriers, as well

as intermodal and special carriers.

BUS 82, Supply Chain Management 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an overview of the entire supply chain and its

key elements. Students are exposed to concepts, models,

effectively with others. Strategies are integrated through-

out the course that will enable students to apply human

relations theories and applications to the real world of

work. Ethical issues in business are addressed where stu-

dents will learn an explicit process of ethical reasoning

that will aid in defining and dealing with dilemmas in the

workplace. Current events and case studies will be used to

develop critical skills as students apply theories and prin-

ciples.

BUS 63, Principles of Entrepreneurship 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers the fundamentals of how to organize,

finance, and operate a small business. Topics to be covered

include business plan development, financing, legal and

ethical issues, marketing, entrepreneurial team develop-

ment, and business models.

BUS 64, Business Protocol and

Professionalism 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

To become successful and competitive in an ever-changing

business environment, individuals must be proficient in

business etiquette and protocol. Through lecture, role-

playing and participation, students will become proficient

in the basics of business interaction. Topics covered include

introductions and handshakes, conversational skills, tele-

phone manners, nonverbal communication, business dress,

workplace relationships, cross-cultural understanding, and

dining manners.

BUS 65, Management Principles 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the student to management con-

cepts and strategies used by modern businesses. The

course is designed to familiarize student with the accepted

standards, procedures, and techniques employed by top,

middle, and supervisory level managers. Further, the course

provides students with an understanding of the role of

management and how to develop plans and execute strat-

egies in pursuit of organizational goals.

BUS 67, Business Strategies 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to provide students with an intro-

duction to the “management of strategy” in the business

enterprise. A case-oriented format has been adopted to

focus attention on what a firm should do in an actual

business situation, and to provide students with numerous

opportunities to develop and exercise their analytical and

decision-making skills.

BUS 72, Organizational Management and Leadership

3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Business 62.

This course examines the special case of detailed planning

and implementation of management decisions in strategic

business units. Attention is focused on three areas: devel-

oping action plans and implementation strategies; devel-

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BUS 91A, Marketing Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to give students “real

life” marketing experience by forming their own market-

ing promotions agency with the assistance of a local mar-

keting promotions firm. Using a budget, students research,

design, present, and execute a custom made, on-campus

promotion. After the promotion, students do post-research

to gauge effectiveness of the promotion. This program is

unique in that students execute their own marketing ideas

using real business practices.

BUS 91B, Marketing Internship 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to give students “real

life” marketing experience by forming their own market-

ing promotions agency with the assistance of a local mar-

keting promotions firm. Using a budget, students research,

design, present, and execute a custom made, on-campus

promotion. After the promotion, students do post-research

to gauge effectiveness of the promotion. This program is

unique in that students execute their own marketing ideas

using real business practices.

BUS 95, International Business Internships 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at IEC before enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in an international business

environment. Students will work with either a domestic

or a foreign based company to apply academic business

principles.

Chemistry

Students must be present at the first lab session of a chem-

istry course to be assured of admission to limited lab spaces.

Students who wish to enroll in a chemistry course must

demonstrate that they have met the prerequisites for

the course prior to enrollment. Continuing students must

complete prerequisite courses with a C or better. If cur-

rently enrolled in a prerequisite course at SMC at the time

of enrollment, students will be admitted to subsequent

courses based upon midterm placement results, but will be

dropped if the prerequisite course is not completed with

a C or better. Students who have successfully completed

one or more prerequisite courses (earning a grade of C- or

better in both the lecture and lab courses and an average

of C (2.0) or better overall) at another institution may be

able to verify having met the prerequisites by submitting

and terminology used in demand planning, inventory plan-

ning, material planning, distribution planning, fulfillment

planning, and related components of a supply chain are

examined.

BUS 83, Operations Management 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Introduces concepts and techniques related to the design,

planning, control, and improvement of manufacturing

and service operations. The course examines operations

and the coordination of product development, process

management, and supply chain management. Students are

exposed to topics in the areas of process analysis, materi-

als management, production scheduling, quality manage-

ment, and product design.

BUS 88A, Independent Studies in Business 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

BUS 88B, Independent Studies in Business 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

BUS 88C, Independent Studies in Business 3 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

BUS 90A, Business Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a business environment.

Students will work with a local company to apply academic

business principles.

BUS 90B, Business Internship 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a business environment.

Students will work with a local company to apply academic

business principles.

BUS 90C, Business Internship 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a business environment.

Students will work with a local company to apply academic

business principles.

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Everyday Chemistry

with Laboratory

CHEMISTRY 9

Allied Health

Nursing, Respiratory Therapy,

and Others

General Education

CHEMISTRY COURSE SEQUENCE

Enter Nursing or other

Allied Health Program

Fundamentals of General,

Organic, and Biological

Chemistry, with Laboratory

Prerequisite:

Math 31 or Math 49

CHEMISTRY 19

Life Science,

Physical Science, Engineering

Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, Pre-Pharm

General Chemistry I

Prerequisite: Math 20

CHEMISTRY 11*

Biochemistry I

with Laboratory

CHEMISTRY 31

Preferred

Prerequisite for

Physiology and for

Microbiology

*Eligibility for Chem 11

Established by Placement

with CCDT or by HS

Chemistry AP Exam Score

of 3, 4, 5.

No credit given at transfer

institutions when followed

by Chem 11.

Non-science major

Transfer to 4-year

Institution

When preceded by Chem 11 + 12, some combination of

these courses can meet transfer requirements for Chemistry,

Biochemistry or Chemical Engineering majors, and will serve

as prerequisites for Medical, Dental, or Pharmacy School.

Chem 11 and 12 meet

the requirements for

Physics Majors and most

Engineering majors

Best option for all non-science

majors seeking GE credit.

Elementary Algebra skills

are recommended.

Higher Level/STEM

Preparatory Basics

Introductory General

Chemistry with Laboratory

Prerequisite:

Math 31 or Math 49

CHEMISTRY 10

General Chemistry II

Prerequisite: Math 2

CHEMISTRY 12

Freshman Level/STEM

Organic Chemistry I

with Laboratory

CHEMISTRY 21

Organic Chemistry II

with Laboratory

CHEM 22/24*

7-16

*Lecture and lab

may be taken

separately

Chemistry Course Sequence

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of reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, and the

properties of gases, liquids, and solids.

CHEM 12, General Chemistry II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Chemistry 11 and Math 2.

Students taking Chemistry 11 and 12 must have access to

the Internet to complete class assignments.

This course is a continuation of Chem 11. Topics covered

include kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, precipi-

tation reactions, coordination chemistry, thermodynamics,

and electrochemistry.

CHEM 19, Fundamentals of General, Organic, and

Biological Chemistry 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Math 31 or Math 49.

This one-semester course is designed for students prepar-

ing for studies in nursing or related allied health pro-

fessions. Topics include measurements, unit conversions,

atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions and

equations, gases, solutions and acid/base chemistry. There

will be a special emphasis on properties and reactions of

biologically relevant compounds.

This course is NOT equivalent to CHEM 10 and does NOT

meet the prerequisite requirement for CHEM 11.

CHEM 21, Organic Chemistry I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: CHEM 150.

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Chemistry 12.

This course is a systematic introduction to the chemistry of

carbon compounds. It encompasses theory and reactions of

hydrocarbons and functional group derivatives. Included

are bonding and structure, nomenclature, stereochemistry,

synthesis, mechanism, and spectroscopic analysis. The labo-

ratory work focuses on techniques of synthesis, isolation,

purification, and analysis.

CHEM 22, Organic Chemistry II 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Chemistry 21.

*Maximum UC credit for Chemistry 22 and Chemistry 24

combined is 5 units.

This course is a continuation of Chem 21, with emphasis

on the remaining functional groups and types of reactions.

Also included is an introduction to the organic chemistry

of biochemical compounds. Chem 22 includes lecture

and discussion. The second semester of organic chemistry

laboratory is a separate course, Chem 24. Chem 21 and 22

constitute two semesters of organic chemistry with one

semester of organic chemistry laboratory. Chem 21, 22, and

24 constitute two semesters of organic chemistry with two

semesters of laboratory.

CHEM 24, Organic Chemistry II Laboratory 2 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences lab)

• Prerequisite/Corequisite: Chemistry 22.

*Maximum UC credit for Chemistry 22 and Chemistry 24

combined is 5 units.

a transcript and course description and course syllabus for

the prerequisite courses.

Some of the courses listed in this section are accompanied

by Supplemental Instruction. Supplemental Instruction (SI)

is an academic assistance program that utilizes free peer-

assisted weekly study sessions to help students learn the

most difficult course content. For more information, please

see the SI website at www.smc.edu/si.

CHEM 9, Everyday Chemistry 5 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences + LAB)

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course fulfills the general education requirements

for a laboratory science course. Students who successfully

complete this course will understand basic chemical prin-

ciples and how these principles relate to the Earth’s natural

systems and cycles, with emphasis on humanity’s impact on

Earth’s natural environments. Students will gain a scientific

understanding of the impact of human activity on natural

systems and sustainability. Students will also learn com-

mon laboratory techniques, including the safe handling of

chemicals and the proper use of laboratory equipment, as

they analyze environmental problems and solutions.

Students enrolling in this course should have math skills

equivalent to those entering Math 31. This course does not

fulfill the prerequisite for Chemistry 11.

CHEM 10, Introductory General Chemistry 5 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Math 31 or Math 49.

*UC gives no credit for Chemistry 10 if taken after

Chemistry 11. Maximum UC credit for Chemistry 9 and 10

combined is one course.

Chemistry 10 is an introductory laboratory course. It

introduces principles, laws, and nomenclature of inor-

ganic chemistry and organic chemistry. Chemistry 10 pre-

pares students to take the General Chemistry sequence

(Chemistry 11 and Chemistry 12). It additionally serves as a

basic chemistry course for the allied health majors (such as

nursing and nutrition). It also serves to fulfill general edu-

cation requirements. Students who successfully complete

this course will understand basic chemical principles and

will have practiced quantitative reasoning and problem

solving skills. Students will also have learned various lab

techniques, including the safe and competent handling of

chemicals and laboratory equipment.

CHEM 11, General Chemistry I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: CHEM 110.

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Chemistry 10 and Math 20.

Students seeking waiver of the Chemistry 10 prerequisite

should take the Chemistry 10 Challenge Exam. Students

taking Chemistry 11 and 12 must have access to the

Internet to complete class assignments.

This course is the first semester of a two-semester, stan-

dard first year college chemistry course (Chemistry 11 and

Chemistry 12). It introduces the fields of physical, analytical,

inorganic, and organic chemistry. Topics to be discussed

include atomic structure, chemical bonding, common types

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This course is the second semester of organic chemistry

laboratory. The laboratory work involves microscale and

miniscale synthesis, structure determination, investiga-

tion of reaction mechanism, and qualitative analysis. The

lectures will discuss the theory and techniques that relate

to the experiments that are performed, including NMR, IR,

organic qualitative analysis, and various methods of analy-

sis, separation, and purification of mixtures.

CHEM 31, Biochemistry I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Chemistry 21.

• Skills Advisory: Chemistry 22.

This course is a survey of biochemistry, introducing the stu-

dent to the structures and functions of important classes of

biochemical compounds as well as to the central reactions

of metabolism. The main topics include the structure and

function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids; the catalysis,

kinetics and regulation of enzymes; and the reactions of

glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, electron transport/oxidative

phosphorylation, and gluconeogenesis. The laboratory

section of the course provides an introduction to biochem-

istry lab procedures including titration, peptide analysis,

spectroscopy, spectrophotometry, column chromatogra-

phy, gel-electrophoresis, the kinetic analysis of enzyme-

catalyzed reactions, and internet based informatics tools.

CHEM 88A, Independent Studies in Chemistry 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

CHEM 88B, Independent Studies in Chemistry 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Chinese

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Elementary Chinese.

CHNESE 1, Elementary Chinese 1 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

Using an audio-lingual approach, this course teaches

pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar fundamentals

as essential elements in reading, writing, and understand-

ing elementary Chinese. The course also covers necessary

culture, customs, philosophy, and history which serve as

keys to studying the Chinese language. Language lab is

required.

CHNESE 2, Elementary Chinese 2 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required

for UC only)

• Prerequisite: Chinese 1*.

This course is a continuation of Chinese 1, which covers

elementary grammar. It provides students with further

basic oral and writing skills while acquainting them with

the language. It also includes the reading of simplified

texts with emphasis on oral expression and further study

of Chinese history and culture. Language lab is required.

This course is taught in Chinese except in cases of linguistic

difficulty as determined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to two years

of high school Chinese.

CHNESE 3, Intermediate Chinese 1 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3 (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Chinese 2*.

• Advisory: Skill levels equivalent to those taught in

Chinese 2.

This course builds on language skills developed in Chinese 1

and 2. The course will complete and review basic grammar

and key sentence patterns of Chinese, provide practice in

the appropriate use of idiomatic expressions, and further

develop skill in reading and writing Hanzi (Chinese char-

acters). It will also build vocabulary, expand reading com-

prehension, and encourage more extensive conversation in

Chinese. It will cover additional aspects about Chinese cul-

ture and history. This course is taught in Chinese except in

cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor..

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school Chinese.

CHNESE 4, Intermediate Chinese 2 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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

• Prerequisite: Chinese 3 or equivalent.

This course builds on language skills developed in Chinese

3. The course will review and expand on elementary

Chinese grammar, provide practice in the appropriate

use of set phrases and idioms, and further develop skills

in reading and writing. It will enrich vocabulary, further

develop reading comprehension, improve conversation

and basic writing skills; and it will encompass aspects of

Chinese culture and history. This course is taught in Chinese

except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the

professor.

CHNESE 8, Conversational Chinese 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Chinese 2 or equivalent skills.

This course provides an opportunity to acquire better

speaking skills in Chinese with the emphasis on natural, col-

loquial usage. New vocabulary and idiomatic phrases will

be emphasized and the student will hold conversations in

Chinese during each class meeting. The course is taught in

Chinese except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined

by the professor.

CHNESE 9, Chinese Culture and Tradition 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Arts and Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course encompasses the accomplishments of Chinese

civilization. From pre-historical beginnings to the early

twentieth century, the fundamentals of Chinese philoso-

phy, religion, art, literature, and language are covered and

provide an understanding and appreciation of the world’s

oldest continuing culture. The course is taught in English.

Cinema

Please see listing under “Film Studies.”

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• Advisory: Communication Studies 11.

Formerly Speech 4. This course satisfies the Santa Monica

College Global Citizenship requirement.

This course focuses on the oral interpretation of poetry

and prose, with a special emphasis on literature by and

about cultural groups in the United States including

African-Americans, Asian-Americans, European-Americans,

Jewish-Americans, Latino/a-Americans, Arab-Americans,

Indigenous peoples of the United States and others.

Through the process of oral interpretation, students will

analyze works of literature, discover a personal connection

to the material, and share their emotional and intellec-

tual creation—using voice and body—with an audience. By

studying and performing multicultural literature, students

will learn to appreciate the similarities and differences

among cultures and how culture affects the author’s voice.

COM ST 16, Fundamentals of Small Group

Discussion 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: COMM 140.

IGETC AREA IC (Oral Communication)

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Speech 6.

This course focuses on the identification and analysis of

processes and challenges of communication as affected

by small group interactions. This course helps students

develop competence and confidence as a group member

and leader through a combination of theoretical and

practical knowledge of small groups in everyday life. The

course focuses on the principles of communication theory

as they apply to the small group setting with an emphasis

on practical application through study and practice in vari-

ous group activities.

COM ST 21, Argumentation 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: COMM 120.

IGETC AREA 1C (Oral Communication).

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Speech 11.

Principles of argumentative discourse applied to contem-

porary issues are studied in this course. An analysis of the

relationship between evidence and the process of reason-

ing is included.

COM ST 22, Introduction to Competitive

Speech and Debate 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Speech 22.

This class provides the training, rehearsal, and performance

practice to develop speech and debate skills necessary to

participate on a competitive collegiate speech and debate

team. Students will have the option to choose areas of

interest and to compete on the SMC Speech and Debate

Team.

COM ST 30, Introduction to Communication

Theory 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: COMM 180.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

Communication

Please see listing under “Media Studies.”

Communication Studies

Formerly “Speech.”

Also see courses listed under Media Studies, Film Studies

and Journalism.

COM ST 9, Introduction to Communication

Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a survey of the discipline of communica-

tion studies that emphasizes the history, interest areas,

major theories, and contemporary and emerging issues in

the field. This course will specifically cover interpersonal,

group, intercultural, mass and health communication in

addition to an overview of public speaking.

COM ST 11, Elements of Public Speaking 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: COMM 110.

IGETC AREA 1C (Oral Communication)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Speech 1.

This is a course in public speaking for students learning

to prepare and deliver platform speeches. Assignments

include speeches of description, exposition, and persua-

sion. Techniques for controlling tension, building self-

confidence, and effective listening are emphasized.

COM ST 12, Persuasion 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: COMM 190.

IGETC AREA 1C (Oral Communication) or 3B (Humanities)

• Advisory: Communication Studies 11.

Formerly Speech 2.

This course focuses on the development of persuasion

in rhetorical perspective, with an emphasis on balancing

logic, emotion and credibility in public speaking. The his-

tory of classical rhetoric in Ancient Greece and Rome, as

well as great speakers in American history, are emphasized.

COM ST 13, Voice and Diction 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Speech 3.

This course focuses on improvement in voice and articula-

tion. It features analysis of the student’s voice and articula-

tion problems and offers specific strategies for improve-

ment. Techniques in relaxation, breath control, articula-

tion, vocal variety and pronunciation are emphasized. In

addition, students learn skills in oral interpretation, public

speaking, and transcription of the International Phonetic

Alphabet.

COM ST 14, Oral Interpretation: Performing

Literature Across Cultures 3 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: COMM 170.

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Formerly Speech 7. This course satisfies Santa Monica

College’s Global Citizenship requirement.

This course focuses on the identification and analysis of

processes and challenges of communication as affected

by different cultures, especially as it affects communica-

tion among the various cultures found within the United

States (e.g. African American, Asian American, Latino/a,

Middle Eastern, Native American, European American

and Gay/Lesbian cultures) and among the various cultures

throughout the world. The course focuses on the principles

of communication theory as they apply to the intercultural

setting with an emphasis on the effects of differences in

beliefs, values, attitudes, socio-political organization, role

expectations, language and nonverbal behavior, etc.—all

of which are interrelated.

COM ST 88B, Independent Studies in Debate 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Computer Applications

Keyboarding skills of 25 words per minute or enrollment in

OFTECH 1A or 9 are recommended for computer applica-

tions classes.

CIS 1, Computer Concepts with Applications 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*No UC credit for CIS 1 or 4 if taken after CS 3.

This beginning course covers the broad use of personal

computers. Topics include a description of microcomputer

components, input and output devices, networking, and

microprocessing concepts. Beginning word processing,

spreadsheet, database, Internet, Windows, and program-

ming concepts are introduced. Hands-on experience is

provided in a microcomputer lab. Note: Programming,

computer science or engineering students should enroll in

Computer Science 3.

This course uses Microsoft Word 2013 and Windows 7.

CIS 4, Introduction to Computers, Business

Applications 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is not a beginning computing course. It is recom-

mended that students take CIS 1 prior to CIS 4. Ability to

keyboard 25 words per minute is recommended. *No UC

credit for CIS 1 or 4 if taken after CS 3.

This course covers the broad use of microcomputers in busi-

ness. Designed to familiarize students with the Microsoft

Office Suite, it includes the study of word processing using

Word, spreadsheet software using Excel, database software

using Access, and presentation software using PowerPoint,

as well as Windows and integration concepts.

This course teaches Word 2013, Excel 2013, Access 2013,

PowerPoint 2013, and Windows 7.

CIS 9A, Technology Project Management I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3 or CIS 1.

This course covers the fundamentals of Project Management

theory, implementation, and best practices. It is aimed at

students who work mostly in the Technology sectors cover-

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces the major theoretical approaches

to, applications of, and issues in Communication Studies.

Examining and analyzing theories from the various areas

of the field, such as interpersonal, group, organizational,

rhetorical, intercultural, mass, and health communication,

students will apply communication theories and concepts

to everyday communication phenomena.

COM ST 31, Research Methods for

Communication Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 4G (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces the tenets and methods of social

science research in general, and communication research

in particular. The course provides an overview of both

quantitative and qualitative research methods. Particular

attention is given to experimental design, survey research,

content analysis, and field research. The goal of this course

is to prepare students for reading empirical research

reports as well as prepare them for upper division research.

COM ST 35, Interpersonal Communication 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: COMM 130.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Speech 5.

Techniques for effective interpersonal communication are

studied with emphasis on developing awareness of one’s

own actions and their impact on relationships. Verbal and

nonverbal communication styles are analyzed and prac-

ticed in one-to-one and small group situations. Lecture, dis-

cussion, and class participation are utilized to demonstrate

a variety of skills including listening conflict resolution, and

the effective use of language in personal and professional

interactions. In addition, exercises in body language, role

playing, and self-disclosure and positive/negative thinking

help students understand the power of the communication

process.

COM ST 36, Gender and Communication 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None

Exploring the role, influence, effects, and significance

of gender on our everyday communication interactions,

this course critically analyzes issues of gender and com-

munication by examining the theoretical perspectives

used to explain gender phenomena, gender socialization,

and male and female interactions and stereotypes. With

an emphasis on improving communication skills, we will

explore the relationship between gender and communica-

tion as it pertains to the nature of gender(s), the language

of gender, and gender differences in verbal and nonverbal

communication.

COM ST 37, Intercultural Communication 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: COMM 150.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

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This course provides the student with a realistic approach

to computerized, integrated accounting principles using

QuickBooks software package. Students will work with the

various components of an accounting system in an ongo-

ing business, as well as set up an accounting system for a

new company. Topics include the creation of a QuickBooks

company, and the analysis of financial statements, reports

and graphs. Students will gain experience in the creation

and use of invoices, purchase orders, inventory, bank

accounts, and payroll. In addition, students will be able to

complete the entire accounting cycle including recording

adjusting entries and making corrections on the transac-

tions as needed. Hands-on experience is provided in a

microcomputer lab.

This course uses Quickbooks Accountant 2015.

CIS 36C, Spreadsheet – Short Course 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This short introductory course in Excel spreadsheet soft-

ware acquaints the student with basic features of the soft-

ware including creating, editing, formatting, and printing

of electronic worksheets. It is offered as a brief overview

of the software.

CIS 36F, Introduction to Windows –

Short Course 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This hands-on course covers the basic to intermediate fea-

tures of the Microsoft Windows operating system—from

personalizing your Windows environment to finding files

and data. Students will learn how to organize files and

search for information using Windows Explorer.

This course uses Windows 7.

CIS 36G, Introduction to Internet –

Short Course 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Working knowledge of Windows.

This hands-on course on the Internet provides students

with the opportunity to learn basic and advanced features

of the Internet. Topics include browsing, navigating, prop-

er use of Favorites, effective searching for information,

creating web pages and using e-mail. Students will learn

about the development of the Internet, proper netiquette

and social and ethical issues. Additional topics include find-

ing and downloading graphics, freeware and shareware

programs from the Internet.

CIS 36I, Microsoft Access – Short Course 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Working knowledge of Windows.

This short introductory course in Access software acquaints

the student with basic features of the software, including

creating, retrieving, and printing electronic databases. It is

offered as a brief overview of the software.

CIS 36J, Word Processing – Short Course 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Working knowledge of Windows.

ing software and website development, and other areas

of computer science or information systems. Students will

learn the theory, as well as the use of Project Management

software to plan, track and manage project resources.

Topics covered include project life cycles, tasks, schedules,

resources, and costs.

CIS 9A is the same course as CS 9A. Credit may be earned

for one, not both.

CIS 9B, Technology Project Management II 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 9A or CS 9A.

This course covers advanced topics of Project Management

theory and practice. Students will learn how to man-

age projects with changing tasks and schedules, and

to adjust their resources and budgets. Also covered are

leadership and communication skills. Students will comple-

ment the theory with case studies and the use of Project

Management software.

CIS 9B is the same course as CS 9B. Credit may be earned

for one, not both.

CIS 30, Microsoft Excel 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 4.

This course includes a detailed study of business applica-

tions using Microsoft Excel spreadsheet package. Topics

include the commands, formats, and functions of Excel

with emphasis on its use as a problem solving and financial

analysis tool. Students will also learn to create macros, cus-

tomize toolbars and menus, and integrate Excel with other

applications and the World Wide Web. Students will also

have an introduction to writing Visual Basic code.

This course uses Microsoft Excel 2013 Professional.

CIS 32, Microsoft Access 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 4.

This course presents an introduction to relational database

management systems using Microsoft Access. It is designed

to familiarize the student with Microsoft Access and its

application in the business world. Topics include: design-

ing, maintaining and querying a database; creating forms,

reports, and macros; and an introduction to writing Visual

Basic code.

This course uses Microsoft Access 2013.

CIS 34, Advanced Excel with Visual Basic for

Applications 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 30.

This course provides Excel users with the knowledge, skills

and techniques needed to write macros using Visual Basic

for Applications (VBA) within the Excel environment. The

course helps users to automate repetitive tasks, customize

Excel menus, buttons and screens, and create user friendly

interface for input and output. The course covers basic pro-

gramming techniques used in Visual Basic and VBA.

This course uses Microsoft Excel 2010.

CIS 35, QuickBooks 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 1 or 4 and Accounting 1 or 21.

Formerly same course as Accounting 35.

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cies, and posters. The use of animation, sound and other

special effects, as well as Web publishing techniques, will

be covered.

This course uses Microsoft PowerPoint 2013.

CIS 39, MS Outlook – Comprehensive Course 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 1.

Microsoft Outlook has become a primary means of office

communication and task management. In this course the

student will learn to effectively use all features of Outlook

e-mail, calendar, contacts, tasks, and notes; create and

manage Outlook folders; collaborate with others for

scheduling meetings and resources; configure and custom-

ize Outlook; integrate Outlook with Microsoft Word Mail

Merge and Collaboration features; and convert e-mail

attachments to Adobe Acrobat format.

CIS 40, InDesign 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 4.

• Skills Advisory: English 1 or Business 31.

Desktop publishers design and produce everything from

newsletters and brochures to books and magazines for

their clients and employers. In this class, students will

develop the skills to integrate text and graphics to design

high-quality business publication documents and layouts.

Students will create and edit graphics, scan text and images

and prepare projects for print or for the Web. This class

covers the objectives necessary for the Adobe InDesign

certification.

This course uses Adobe InDesign CC.

CIS 50, Internet, HTML, and Web Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 1.

This hands-on course provides all the skills necessary to

navigate, create and manage content on the World Wide

Web. Students will become familiar with the Internet and

its underlying technology and security. The course also cov-

ers the principles of Web page design, the use of graphics

and other media files, and the creation of linked docu-

ments. Students will use both HTML and a Web authoring

program to create and edit Web pages and will have the

opportunity to put their Web sites online by publishing to

a Web server.

CIS 51, HTML5, CSS3, and Accessibility 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 50.

• Skills Advisory: Students should have a working

knowledge of Windows.

HTML5 is the next generation HTML. This hands-on course

will explore the differences between HTML5 and XHTML,

validating pages to current Web standards and using

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) exclusively to control the look

and feel of a site. Students will create and enhance Web

pages with links, graphics, tables, and forms. Proper use of

HTML5 and CSS3 can provide true separation of content,

structure, and presentation in Web pages, making them

structurally sound, easier to maintain, and more consistent

with legal requirements for accessibility.

This short introductory course in word processing (Microsoft

Word) acquaints the student with basic features of the

software including creating, revising, storing, and printing

documents. It is offered as a brief overview of the software.

CIS 36P, Microsoft PowerPoint – Short Course 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Working knowledge of Windows.

This hands-on short course on presentation software

teaches the use of Microsoft PowerPoint for business

applications. Presentations, handouts, and speaker notes

are designed, created, and formatted, using PowerPoint.

Students will use graphics, templates, and objects to

enhance presentations. Hands-on experience is provided in

a microcomputer lab.

This course uses Microsoft PowerPoint 2010.

CIS 36R, Microsoft Publisher – Short Course 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces students to Microsoft Office

Publisher, a popular desktop publishing software program.

Students learn to create a wide variety of marketing and

communication publications for desktop and commercial

printing, e-mail distribution, and viewing on the Web.

Publications include catalogues, brochures, newsletters, fly-

ers, invitations, menus, certificates, labels, and web pages.

CIS 36T, Introduction to Turbo Tax –

Short Course 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Accounting 15 or prior tax preparation

experience.

This course will teach students how to prepare Federal

income tax returns and California individual income tax

returns using Turbo Tax software.

CIS 37, Microsoft Word 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 1.

• Skills Advisory: Ability to type 25 wpm.

Through the use of Microsoft Word software, skills are

developed in creating, revising, formatting, storing, and

printing a variety of business documents. Skills are devel-

oped from basic functions and editing tools through inter-

mediate features such as AutoText, columns, custom tab

settings, charts and graphs, graphics, envelopes, labels, and

headers/footers. Emphasis is placed on professional quality

production of documents. Students also learn to increase

productivity through the use of automated features and

multiple windows. Students develop problem-solving skills

through the use of document revisions and trouble-shoot-

ing assignments. Additionally, students develop advanced

skills in areas of interest ranging from legal applications to

brochures and newsletters.

CIS 38, Microsoft PowerPoint 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 1.

Through the use of PowerPoint software, skills are devel-

oped in planning, creating, formatting, enhancing and

delivering presentations for business applications. Topics

include audience analysis, selection of presentation media,

and the creation and presentation of slides, transparen-

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site are the key elements covered. This is a hands-on course

and the students will utilize newly learned skills to build a

website for a client which can be added to their portfolio.

CIS 58, Designing Accessible Websites 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 51.

Web accessibility benefits everyone—those with and

those without disabilities, through increased usability and

interoperability of Web-based materials. The law requires

government Web sites to be accessible, and several states

have adopted the standards (California included).The

requirement will expand exponentially as the law contin-

ues to be defined. This class will prepare the developer to

deliver legal and accessible Web sites. Topics will include

Section 508 guidelines, assistive technologies, and universal

design principles. This class is structured to allow learners

to explore the area of Web accessibility using a hands-on,

project-based approach.

CIS 59A, Dreamweaver I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 50.

This is an introductory course in learning Web page design

with Dreamweaver. Students will learn techniques for

designing Web pages and expand their knowledge of

HTML, Dynamic HTML, and JavaScript. Students will learn

to integrate images, sound, and other multimedia using

Dreamweaver. This course covers Web site creation and

management features including Web file management,

navigation bars, formatting text styles, Cascading Style

Sheets, and content management. Upon completing this

course, students will be ready to plan, build, upload, and

maintain a professional Web site.

This course uses Adobe Dreamweaver CC.

CIS 59B, Dreamweaver II 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 59A.

This course examines advanced Web development tech-

niques and concepts utilizing the Dreamweaver toolset.

Topics covered include site architecture, Web project man-

agement, integration with dynamic Web development

tools, code management and site enhancements. Students

will learn to enhance the development of Dreamweaver

Web pages utilizing server-side includes, dynamic XHTML

& XML, and intelligent use of graphics and color schemes.

Additional topics will include the CSS toolset, site manage-

ment utilizing cascading templates & libraries, including

cutting edge technologies (RSS, podcasting), and dynamic

content design with XML tools. Dreamweaver extension

manager and use of extensions will also be covered.

This course uses Adobe Dreamweaver CC.

CIS 60A, Photoshop I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 1.

This course is for the non-design student interested in

learning Photoshop using Personal Computers (PCs).

Students will learn image creation and editing using Adobe

Photoshop. Students learn to create, repair and modify

images, scan photos, plan composite images and create

special effects for use in a variety of applications.

This course uses Adobe Photoshop CC.

CIS 54, Web Development and Scripting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 51 or CIS 59A or Graphic Design 66.

This hands-on course introduces students to Web develop-

ment using the newest features in client-side markup lan-

guages to create modern day visual front-ends. Following

responsive Web design practices, students will learn how

to make front-ends dynamically react to the user by using

features such as floating windows, animations, carousels

and sliders, nifty widgets, drop down menus, parallax

scroll effects, single page applications and simple games.

Students will also learn various client-side techniques for

working with data, form data validation, and data col-

lection using Web services, XML, and AJAX to process

user input such as product orders. Technologies included

in instruction are the current versions of HTML, CSS,

JavaScript, JQuery, XML, jSON, and AJAX.

CIS 55, Advanced WebPage Development and

Scripting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 54.

This course is for web designers who want to expand their

knowledge of creating script-based Web pages. Students

will learn the more advanced techniques used in today’s

websites. This course assumes a good foundational knowl-

edge of HTML 4, JavaScript and a server-side scripting

language such as ASP, PHP, CFM, or ASP.NET. Students

will learn how to extend JavaScript to create interactive,

dynamic Web pages using Dynamic HTML, incorporate

cookies, hidden fields, create animations, write search func-

tions, and interface with databases. MySQL or Microsoft

Access will be used to create data driven applications, such

as a shopping cart, or a mailing list. At the completion of

this course, students will be proficient in designing and

developing interactive Web sites.

CIS 56, Web Media Production 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 59A and CIS 60A.

Web media is a woven combination of text, graphics,

sound, animation, and video elements. The course is

designed to provide students who are familiar with creat-

ing Web experiences, the skills to add the dimensions of

time, sound, motion, and interactivity to their experience

designs, including Internet and mobile technologies, via a

variety of authoring tools. Through lectures, demonstra-

tions, and projects, students will complete solid portfolio

Web experiences.

CIS 57, Website Planning and Production 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 51 or CIS 59A.

This course provides the knowledge, skills, and hands-

on experience needed to deliver successful commercial

websites. Students will learn the many pitfalls of website

planning and production and how to overcome them. This

includes understanding what is wanted, and learning how

to create the website in a speedy and efficient manner.

Students will learn how to manage the project and the

client, and perfect techniques in design. Learning how to

design for the intended audience, obtain content, select

a proper navigation, incorporate various media (graphics,

database, animations, etc.), deploy and maintain the web-

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This class covers the objectives necessary for the Adobe

Illustrator certification.

This course uses Adobe Illustrator CC.

CIS 65, Flash Catalyst 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 51 and one of the following-- CIS

60A, CIS 64, or CIS 61.

This hands-on course provides students with the skills to

create expressive interfaces using Adobe Flash Catalyst.

Students will learn how to convert static artwork into inter-

active components, such as sliders, scroll panels, buttons,

and input boxes. They will graphically edit and create ani-

mated transitions between pages or states of components.

Other learning objectives include rapid prototyping, test-

ing interactivity, choreographing motion, creating acces-

sible SWF files, blending objects, creating widgets, and

handling dynamic data, touch screen and mouse events.

CIS 67, WordPress 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 54 and CIS 60A.

WordPress is the world’s most popular Content Management

System (CMS) platform, powering personal blogs, some of

the largest community/society websites, eCommerce web

stores and fan sites built with cutting edge technology.

This course provides students with the knowledge, skills,

and hands-on experience to create, enhance, and maintain

a successful WordPress site. Students learn the necessary

skills to install WordPress, design, and build a WordPress

website, create and sustain a blog, populate the site with

content aggregation, and build a content management

system. Students will be able to edit the site, integrate

analytics, optimize for Search Engine Optimization (SEO),

and build for multiple contributors. The design and inte-

gration of WordPress themes, widgets, and plugins will be

emphasized.

CIS 70, Social Media Applications 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 50 or Graphic Design 65.

Social media provides an avenue for individuals and busi-

ness of all sizes to reach global audiences. Armed with

the skills to build podcasts, video galleries, photo streams,

Facebook pages, content management systems, and to

post information with blogs, wikis, micro-blogging, and

RSS feeds one person has the ability to share a multifaceted

message with millions worldwide. This course will provide

the knowledge and skills to integrate all of the pieces,

strategies and tactics with the tools of the social web to

create a successful online community that includes interac-

tivity, sharing, and collaboration.

CIS 88A, Independent Studies in CIS 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

CIS 88B, Independent Studies in CIS 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

CIS 60B, Photoshop II 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 60A.

This course is for non-design students who are experienced

Photoshop users interested in learning the advanced tech-

niques and new features in Photoshop using personal com-

puters (PCs). Students will learn to apply advanced image

creation and editing techniques using real-world assign-

ments. Students will be able to create and modify images

and photographs; create text using different filters and

colors adjustments tools; create special effect by applying

production tricks and techniques to Photoshop documents;

create various components for the WEB as well as a variety

of other applications.

This course uses Adobe Photoshop CC.

CIS 61, Fireworks 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 50.

This hands-on course provides in-depth coverage of

Fireworks features. Students will learn to create and

understand graphics projects, Web Vector Objects. Topics

include working with Web page objects using Vector

Tools, importing, modifying and creating graphics, skin-

ning Flex components, building Web and RIA prototypes,

and extending Fireworks. Students will learn how to mod-

ify pixels on a Bitmap and manipulate images. This course

covers masks, color, interactivity, creating animation, and

creating sophisticated Web page navigation. Upon comple-

tion of this course, students will be ready to plan, build,

modify, and optimize graphics designed for Web and AIR

deployment.

CIS 62A, Flash I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 50.

In this course students who are not design majors will

learn to use Flash. Topics will include the creation of

graphic elements using Flash’s unique drawing tools, turn-

ing graphic elements into animation, and introduction to

ActionScripting techniques for the creation of interactive

movies.

CIS 62B, Flash II 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 62A.

In this course, students who are non-design majors will

learn to take their Flash skills to the next level by taking

advantage of its scripting language, ActionScript, which

offers a more robust programming model and better

object-oriented programming support. Topics will include

learning how ActionScript can control graphic, sounds,

and text. To create user-interface elements, and learn how

Flash communicates with outside applications such as Web

browsers.

CIS 64, Illustrator 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CIS 60A.

This course is for the non-design students interested in

learning Adobe Illustrator using Personal Computers for

Windows. Students will develop the skills and use a variety

of tools to create sophisticated illustrations, logos, adver-

tisements, and other business media graphics for the Web.

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angles. Students will create interactive “virtual worlds,”

games and simulations that can be viewed in a web page.

By building these virtual worlds, students will learn the

basics of Object-Oriented programming and basic pro-

gramming logic.

CS 8, Systems Analysis and Design 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Any computer programming course.

This advanced course requires students to be proficient in

programming. Students with little programming experi-

ence are encouraged to take additional programming

courses before enrolling in this course.

In this course students learn how to design a software

system from data collection, analysis and design to final

output including forms, flowcharts, and documentation.

It covers the tools and techniques used in analysis, design,

and project management, such as the preparation of sys-

tems specifications, detail system designs, Gantt charts,

and data-flow diagrams. In this course students develop a

complete system; however this course does not cover any

programming concepts.

CS 9A, Technology Project Management I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3 or CIS 1.

This course covers the fundamentals of Project Management

theory, implementation, and best practices. It is aimed at

students who work mostly in the Technology sectors cover-

ing software and website development, and other areas

of computer science or information systems. Students will

learn the theory, as well as the use of Project Management

software to plan, track and manage project resources.

Topics covered include project life cycles, tasks, schedules,

resources, and costs.

CS 9A is the same course as CIS 9A. Credit may be earned

for one, not both.

CS 9B, Technology Project Management II 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 9A or CIS 9A.

This course covers advanced topics of Project Management

theory and practice. Students will learn how to man-

age projects with changing tasks and schedules, and

to adjust their resources and budgets. Also covered are

leadership and communication skills. Students will comple-

ment the theory with case studies and the use of Project

Management software.

CS 9B is the same course as CIS 9B. Credit may be earned

for one, not both.

CS 15, Visual Basic Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3.

This introductory course covers basic programming con-

structs and techniques using VB.Net. Students will learn

how to plan, create and debug code based on Object

Oriented Programming design and analysis techniques.

Topics covered include Data Types, Variables, Decision

Statements, Loops, Arrays Input/Output, and basics of

Object Oriented Programming using Classes and Objects.

VB .NET complier software is included in course mate-

rial. This course helps students pass Microsoft Certification

Exams.

CIS 88C, Independent Studies in CIS 3 units

Transfer: CSU

CIS 90A, Internship in Computer Applications 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the stu-

dent with the opportunity of on-site work experience in a

computer lab. Students spend time weekly in a supervised

computer facility.

CIS 90B, Internship in Computer Applications 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the stu-

dent with the opportunity of on-site work experience in a

computer lab. Students spend time weekly in a supervised

computer facility.

Computer Science

Keyboarding skills of 25 words per minute or enrollment

in OFTECH 1A or 9A are recommended for computer pro-

gramming classes.

CS 3, Introduction to Computer Systems 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*No UC credit for CIS 1 or 4 if taken after CS 3.

This is a beginning course intended for students who plan

to take additional computer programming or computer

science courses. Emphasis in the course is divided between

a broad survey of the field of computer information sys-

tems and the acquisition of computer skills necessary for

more advanced classes. Such skills would involve use of the

operating system, file management techniques, use of an

editor, and an introduction to programming.

CS 5, Programming Logic 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to prepare the student for a

programming course. It concentrates on problem solv-

ing using: Simple Sequence, Selection, Dowhile, Case,

and Dountil Control Structure. It covers Structure chart,

Flowchart and Pseudocode.

CS 6, Virtual Worlds and Game Programming 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3.

Using Alice, an authoring tool, students will build interac-

tive, animated 3-D virtual worlds. Virtual worlds are inter-

active, simulated environments that accept human input

and provide output in the form of images, sounds, and

forces. The software students create will enable them to

move around in the virtual world and see it from different

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CS 22, Introduction to Mobile Robots 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3.

This course describes the hardware, software, and opera-

tion of mobile robots that interact with changing environ-

ments. Hardware includes computers and other controllers,

motors and artificial muscles, arms, grippers, ultrasonic sen-

sors, whiskers, and cameras. Using a graphical interface on

a PC, students will learn to program and operate a robot

that can recognize objects and speech, talk back, and navi-

gate around a cluttered room.

CS 25, Embedded Systems 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3.

This is an introductory course on embedded systems

design- the use of computers in devices (cell phones, cars,

wrist watches, home security systems, etc.) rather than as

stand-alone units. Students are directed to design solutions

for real world applications using hardware and software.

We will discuss the characteristics that define an embedded

system and contrast those against that of a stand-alone

computer. Students will also look at a variety of applica-

tions utilizing embedded processors (microcontrollers).

Finally, students will write programs that interact directly

with external hardware utilizing a Stamp microprocessor

development board.

CS 30, MATLAB Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Math 7.

MATLAB is a scientific computing tool for data modeling

and analysis, image processing, and other data intensive

applications. This class is designed for science major stu-

dents. It covers the basics of programming using MATLAB

and uses numerical methods as an application to help stu-

dents learn how to accelerate simple and complex numeri-

cal data modeling and analyses.

CS 32, Database Programming in

Visual Basic.Net

3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 15.

VB.Net is an object-oriented programming language that

is part of the .Net Microsoft suite. It provides a graphical

programming environment used to create applications

for Microsoft Windows and the Web. This course covers

advanced concepts for VB .NET that relate to interfaces to

databases. Topics include Object Oriented Programming,

database interfaces programming, SQL query language,

using LINQ and EM, and applying security measures in con-

nections.

VB .NET compiler software is included in course material.

CS 33, C # Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 19 or CS 50.

C # (read as C-Sharp) is a modern object-oriented language

that enables programmers to quickly build solutions for

the Microsoft.NET platform. In this class, programmers will

learn to build C# components for use by Web and Windows-

based applications. Students will generate MSIL (Microsoft

Intermediate Language) code and PE (Portable Executable)

CS 17, Assembly Language Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 50.

Assembly Language allows the programmer to fully utilize

all of the special features of the computer in the most

efficient manner. It also aids the high-level language pro-

grammer in writing subroutines. The student will write

Assembly Language programs that utilize the Intel Pentium

chip architecture.

Students must have access to a Pentium-chip compatible

computer system. Software included in course material.

CS 18, Advanced Assembly Language

Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 17.

This course is a continuation of Assembly Language

Programming. The student will write complex assembly

programs utilizing the full range of the computer’s fea-

tures. Problem solving through planning coding, testing,

and debugging will be emphasized.

Students must have access to a Pentium-chip compatible

computer system. Software included in course material.

CS 19, Advanced Visual Basic Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 15.

This course covers advanced programming techniques

using Visual Basic .NET. Topics include Structures, Classes,

Events, Inheritance, and Polymorphism, Overloading,

Dynamic Binding, Multiple Document Interface, Windows

API, Collections, and Exception Handling. Students also

learn how to interface to Databases and build Web forms.

VB. NET compiler software is included in course mate-

rial. This course helps students pass Microsoft Certification

Exams.

CS 20A, Data Structures with C++ 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 52.

This advanced programming course will use the C++ lan-

guage to teach methods of representing and manipulat-

ing data within a computer. Topics include stacks, queues,

trees, sorting, searching, modeling, and dynamically creat-

ed storage spaces. Students will learn the problem solving

skills necessary to write complex computer programs and

to make important software design and maintainability

decisions.

Software included in course material.

CS 20B, Data Structures with Java 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 56.

This course is an introduction into the study of computer

algorithms and data structures. This advanced program-

ming course will use the Java language to teach methods

of representing and manipulating data within a com-

puter. Topics include stacks, queues, trees, sorting, search-

ing, modeling, and dynamically created storage spaces.

Students will learn the problem solving skills necessary to

write complex computer programs and to make important

software design and maintainability decisions.

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plexer; register transfer logic; and processor logic, control

logic, and microcomputer system design.

CS 43, Windows Network Administration 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 70.

This course provides students with the knowledge nec-

essary to understand and identify the tasks involved in

supporting Microsoft Windows Networking Operating

Systems. It covers topics such as installing and configuring

Windows Servers to create File, Print, Web, and Terminal

servers, and manage and support a network infrastructure

that uses the Microsoft Windows Server products. The

course also focuses on Windows Active Directory services,

implementing Group Policy and performing the Group

Policy related tasks that are required to centrally manage

users and computers.

CS 50, C Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3.

This course will include a review of the concepts of struc-

tured programming, error checking, sorting, searching,

data types, advanced array handling methods, pointers,

and data structures. Applications in business, mathematics,

and science will be discussed.

CS 51, Visual C++ Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 52.

C++ handles large programs by packaging sections of

interrelated code into discrete, independent parts named

objects. Visual C++ adds the Microsoft Foundation Class

library making it a powerful Windows programming tool.

This course will cover Dynamic Link Libraries, advanced

view handling, customizing status bars, operator overload-

ing OLE containers and servers, the Microsoft Foundation

class library, serialization, windows timers, graphics, meta-

files, multiview programs, graphics display controls, and

screen capture.

Software included in course material.

CS 52, C++ Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 50.

This course is a continuation of C language programming

using the C++ superset of C. C++ offers the following

enhancements to C: operator and function overloading,

information hiding, inheritance, and virtual functions. C++

will be used in the context of both traditional and object-

oriented programming.

Software included in course material.

CS 53A, iOS Development with Objective-C 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 50.

Objective-C is an object-oriented language designed for

iOS, Apple’s advanced mobile platform. In this course, stu-

dents will learn the syntax and semantics of Objective-C, be

able to apply fundamental principles of top-down algorith-

mic design to solve computer problems, and learn how to

code, test and debug programs in this language using the

XCode, the Apple integrated development environment.

Students will need access to Intel-based Mac computers

but do not need to have a mobile device such as an iPad

files that utilize the services of the CLR (Common Language

Runtime) which are all part of the Microsoft.NET platform.

Software included in course material. This course helps stu-

dents in passing Microsoft Certification Exams.

CS 36, Fortran Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Advisory: CS 3.

FORTRAN is a high level language used predominantly in

mathematical and scientific applications. Upon completion

of CS 36, students will understand the syntax and semantics

of FORTRAN, be able to apply the fundamental principles

of top down algorithmic design (using pseudocode and

flowcharts) to the solution of computer problems, and

know how to code, test, and debug programs in this lan-

guage.

CS 37, Web Programming in VB .Net 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 15.

VB.Net is an object-oriented programming language that

is part of the .Net Microsoft suite. This course covers web

application development, including the use of ASP and VB

.NET. Topics include ASP .NET, Web forms and controls,

web data access, state management, web services, using

AJAX and security measures implementation.

CS 40, Operating Systems 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 17.

• Advisory: CS 3 and one programming course.

This course provides a functional understanding of operat-

ing systems. Topics include memory and process manage-

ment under multiprogramming, devices and file systems,

and user interfaces. Foundation concepts reviewed at the

outset include hardware architecture, CPU instruction sets

and machine language, number systems, and data struc-

tures. UNIX is used to demonstrate concepts, commands,

and programming languages.

CS 41, Linux Network Administration 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 50.

This is a foundation course in the Linux operating system.

Booting a Linux machine is dissected, from BIOS firmware

to authenticated user shell. Use of shell commands, editors,

programming tools, and GUIs are emphasized. Students

learn to write shell script programs and install applications

using the open source software distribution model. Unix

process creation is detailed and a 20-line tutorial shell is

developed. Local administration tasks are covered, includ-

ing user account management, backup, task scheduling,

logging, and clock time synchronization. As time allows

recompilation of the kernel from source code will be per-

formed.

CS 42, Computer Architecture 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Math 20.

This course provides an introduction to fundamental

operations and components that make computers possible.

Topics include: number systems; Boolean algebra and logic

gates (AND, OR, NOT, XOR, and NAND); simplification of

Boolean functions; combination logic; sequential logic;

design of the adder, subtractor, ROM, decoder, and multi-

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Topics covered include exceptions, multithreading, multi-

media, Input/Output, Java Database Connectivity (JDBC),

Servlets, Remote Method Invocation (RMI), and network-

ing.

CS 60, Database Concepts and Applications 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3 and one programming course.

This course introduces modern database concepts while

emphasizing the relational database model. Topics include

design methodologies, normalization of tables to reduce

redundancies, supertypes and subtypes to reduce nulls,

data integrity, referential integrity, and using locks and

other techniques for concurrency control in a multi-user

database. Factors that should be balanced during the

design of a database are described. To document data-

bases, entity relationship diagrams, relational schemas,

and data dictionaries are described. Principles are applied

by performing exercises using MySQL or other database

management system. SQL and other languages are used to

create and fill tables, retrieve data, and manipulate it by

stored programs.

CS 61, Microsoft SQL Server Database 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3.

Microsoft SQL Server is a popular midrange relational

database management system (DBMS) that is used in client/

server systems and as a personal DBMS. It can be accessed

through the Internet. Topics covered in this course include

installing the software, principles of relational databases;

creating databases, tables, indexes, and views; inserting,

deleting, and updating raw data; updating transactions;

and querying the database. With the Transact-SQL exten-

sions, topics include creating functions, procedures, and

triggers stored in the database.

CS 65, Oracle Programming 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3 and one programming class.

This course is a practical, hands-on overview of the Oracle

Database Management System to store, retrieve, and

manipulate data. Oracle is a widely used database that

runs on PC’s, minicomputers, and mainframes, and Oracle

programmers and developers are very much in demand.

Oracle’s SQL is used to create and alter tables with various

constraints. Data is retrieved and manipulated by using

SELECTS that can group data and retrieve data from several

tables by joining them or by using set operations. Views are

created. PL/SQL, with its variables, symbolic constants, IF

statements, and loops is used to program stored functions,

stored procedures, and triggers. Cursors and error handling

(exceptions) are introduced.

CS 66, Advanced Oracle 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 65.

This course expands on topics covered in the basic Oracle

course. The topics include SQL, SQL*Plus, Developer 2000,

and DBA tasks. In addition, it will cover in detail the varied

aspects of Designer 2000, a software suite instrumental

in analyzing, designing, and building large scale Oracle

applications.

or IPhone. Students will be provided XCode to download,

if needed.

CS 53B, iOS Mobile App Development 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 53A.

This course teaches how to design, develop, test and debug

applications that run on Apple iOS, a software stack for

Apple mobile devices that includes an operating system,

middleware and key applications. Topics include the Cocoa

Multi-Touch programming framework, the Model-View-

Controller design paradigm, application structure, strings,

graphics, user interfaces and storage.

Students will need access to Intel-based Mac computers,

but do not need to have a mobile device such as an iPad

or IPhone. Students will be provided XCode to download,

if needed.

CS 53C, iOS Advanced Mobile App

Development 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 53B.

This course teaches advanced features of the Apple iOS,

a software stack for Apple mobile devices that includes

an operating system, middleware and key applications.

This course is a continuation of CS 53B. Topics include the

WebKit which allows mobile applications to access the

Internet, the Core Data modeling framework and SQLite

relational database, the Core Location framework and

maps, Address Book access and the Camera and Photo

Library.

Students will need access to Intel-based Mac computers,

but do not need to have a mobile device such as an iPad

or IPhone. Students will be provided XCode to download,

if needed.

CS 54, Object-Oriented Analysis and Design 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 19 or 52 or 55.

This course covers the major object-oriented model-

ing methodologies: UML, OMT and BOOCH. The course

explores the use of these methodologies in the context

of designing and implementing object-oriented software

application.

Software included in course material.

CS 55, Java Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 19 or 50.

Java is a general-purpose language for writing plat-

form-independent, robust, secure programs. This course

is intended for students who have completed a course in

C programming. Students will learn how to develop Java

applications and applets. Topics covered include the Java

programming language, object-oriented programming

(OOP), the Java applications programming interface (API),

and graphical user interfaces (GUI’s).

CS 56, Advanced Java Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 55.

Java is a general-purpose language for writing platform-

independent robust, secure programs. This course contin-

ues where CS 55 leaves off in developing mastery of the

use of Java programming language and its extensive APIs.

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course, students will be able to develop applications that

can handle threats and respond to them more securely.

CS 74B, Security in J2EE Applications 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 55.

This course provides students with the tools needed to

implement security in designing and developing applica-

tions utilizing the Java 2 Platform. Topics include encryp-

tion, security practices, securing remote applications such

as secure web servers and remote databases. Upon comple-

tion of this course, students will be able to develop applica-

tions that can handle threats and respond to them more

securely.

CS 75, Network Protocols and Analysis 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 70.

This course introduces major protocols and their roles in

protocol suites with emphasis on TCP/IP. Detailed coverage

is given to at least one protocol at each layer, the main

application level protocols and at least one security proto-

col. Analytic programs such as ping, traceroute, and packet

capture are studied and applied as tools to protocol analy-

sis. The Wireshark packet capture and protocol decoder

program is centrally utilized.

CS 78, Secure Server Installation and

Administration 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 70.

In this course students will study network service admin-

istration. This course covers physical BIOS and bootloader

security, password strength and cracking, file system per-

missions, authentication mechanisms, remote backup and

logging, and installation strategies as machine-level secu-

rity considerations. A variety of particular service applica-

tions like Apache (web service) and BIND (name service) are

then studied, emphasizing their strengths, weaknesses, and

how to configure them for security through wrappers, file

system access jails, and other mechanisms.

CS 80, Internet Programming 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3.

This course surveys the many technologies that are used

to program multitiered, client/server, database-intensive,

Web-based applications. Topics include: XHTML, Cascading

Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript, Extensible Markup Language

(XML), RSS, Ajax, Rich Internet Applications, Web servers,

databases, MySQL, PHP, Ruby on Rails, Active Server Pages

(ASP), JavaServer Faces, and Web Services.

CS 81, JavaScript and Dynamic HTML 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 80.

This introductory programming course teaches the fun-

damentals of computer programming with the JavaScript

language, the standard for client-side Web programming.

It offers a thorough treatment of programming concepts

with programs that yield visible or audible results in Web

pages and Web-based applications. It shows how to use

Core and Client-Side JavaScript and the Document Object

Model to build interactive, high-performance Web sites.

CS 68, Oracle Database Administrator 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 65.

This course offers hands-on experience as a Database

Administrator (DBA) using an Oracle server. Topics include

a DBA’s responsibilities, Oracle architecture, installing

Oracle software, configurational options, managing RAM

and disk space, managing database changes, managing

transactions, tuning and monitoring database resources

such as space, transactions, memory, and file usage.

CS 70, Network Fundamentals and

Architecture 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: One programming course.

This course offers a broad introduction to networking

concepts and analyzes different network architectures.

Introductory topics include network topologies, media and

signaling, protocols, addressing, and distributed networks.

The varied ways to connect computers are explored as

are the resulting architectures. The course explores sub-

netting, both physical and virtual and internetworks are

constructed in the lab. Server programs are introduced to

demonstrate their signature socket-API structure. Specific

real-world services such as the apache web server, BIND

name server, NFS and Samba file system servers, DHCP

address server, and others are discussed.

CS 71, Introduction to Windows NT

Workstation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 70.

This course is an introduction to the Windows NT Operating

System. Topics include installation and configuration of the

Windows NT Workstation, files and directories, security

structures, TCP/IP and NetWare connectivity, printing, per-

formance tuning, and troubleshooting.

CS 73, Computer Security Concepts 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3 or CIS 1.

In this introductory course students will learn how to

defend and protect critical computer assets from various

security threats including computer worms and viruses. This

course will describe fundamental techniques and principles

for modeling and analyzing security. Students will learn

how to express security requirements, translate require-

ments into policies, implement mechanisms that enforce

policy, and ensure that these policies are effective. Current

industry best practices for safeguarding computer resourc-

es will be discussed. Various case studies will outline the

typical way that security failures get exploited by attackers

and how these attacks can be discovered, understood, and

countered.

CS 74A, Security in VB.NET Applications 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 15.

This course provides students with the tools needed to

implement security in designing and developing applica-

tions written in Microsoft Visual Basic .NET. Topics include

encryption, security practices, securing remote applications

such as ASP and remote databases. Upon completion of this

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CS 86, Android Development 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 55

• Skills Advisory: CS 56.

This course teaches how to design, develop, test, and

debug applications that run on Android, a software stack

for mobile devices that includes an operating system, mid-

dleware and key applications. Topics include the Android

Software Development Kit (SDK), design principles, applica-

tion structure, strings, graphics, user interfaces, animation,

storage, networking, telephony, Location-Based Services

(LBS), multimedia, 3D graphics, notifications, and services.

CS 87A, Python Programming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 3.

This course introduces the Python programming language.

Students will learn how to write programs dealing in a

wide range of application domains. Topics covered include

the language syntax, IDE, control flow, strings, I/O, classes

and regular expressions. Students may use either a PC

(Windows) or a Mac (Linux) to complete their program-

ming assignments.

CS 88A, Independent Studies in

Computer Science 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

CS 88B, Independent Studies in

Computer Science 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

CS 88C, Independent Studies in

Computer Science 3 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

CS 90A, Internship in Computer Science 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the stu-

dent with the opportunity of on-site work experience in a

computer lab. Students spend time weekly in a supervised

computer facility.

CS 90B, Internship in Computer Science 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the stu-

dent with the opportunity of on-site work experience in a

computer lab. Students spend time weekly in a supervised

computer facility.

This course uses JavaScript which is open-source (free)

software.

CS 82, ASP.NET Programming in C# 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 33.

Server-side Web programming allows programmers to

create content and process data supplied in Web forms

to create websites. These applications process data sub-

mitted from Web forms and access backend databases to

dynamically generate Web pages. Students will design and

write web pages using ASP 2.0 (Active Server Pages), Visual

Studio. NET and the C# programming language.

CS 83, Server-Side Java Web Programming 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 55 and CS 81.

This course teaches how to design and write applications

that extend Web servers. These applications process data

submitted from Web forms and access backend databases

to dynamically generate Web pages. This course covers the

Java Servlets and JavaServer Pages (JSP) server-side tech-

nologies.

CS 83R, Server-Side Ruby Web Programming 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Computer Science 60 and 80 and one of

the following: CS 15 or 52 or 53A or 55.

This course teaches how to design and write applications

utilizing Ruby on Rails, an open-source web application

framework based on the Ruby programming language. In

this course, students will create applications that gather

information from a web server, query databases and ren-

der results.

CS 84, Programming with XML 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 80 and CS 55 or CS 52 or CS 33.

XML (Extensible Markup Language) is a flexible way to cre-

ate “self-describing data” and to share both the format and

content on the World Wide Web, intranets and elsewhere

within an enterprise. In this advanced course, students will

use XML and learn to tag and transform XML documents so

that they can be processed by web browsers, databases and

other XML processors. With the industry-standard SAX and

DOM API standards, students will create XML applications

that read, write and modify XML documents.

This course assists students in passing Microsoft Certification

Exams.

CS 85, PHP Programming 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: CS 81.

This course teaches how to design and write applications

that extend Web servers. These applications process data

submitted from Web forms and access back-end databases

to dynamically generate Web pages. This course covers the

PHP server-side technology. PHP, which stands for “PHP:

Hypertext Preprocessor” is a widely-used, Open Source,

general-purpose scripting language that is especially suited

for Web development and can be embedded into HTML.

This course uses PHP and MySQL which are open-source

(free) software.

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nent wave procedures. This class will enable the students

to pass the California State Board of Cosmetology exam.

COSM 11E, Curly Hair Techniques 1 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly COSM 14A.

This is the first curly hair technique class required for all

students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the

State of California. This course is an introduction to curly

hair care. Students will learn thermal hair straightening

techniques using the basic manipulative skills and proper

application of thermal hair processing on curly and exces-

sively curly hair.

COSM 16, Nail Care 1 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This is the first nail care class required for all entering

students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology or

Manicuring by the state of California.

This is the first Nail Care class required for all entering

students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology or

Manicuring by the State of California. This course provides

an introduction to the basic manipulations skills in manicur-

ing and pedicuring. The course includes the basic concepts

of physiology pertaining to the hand and arm. This course

is one of four in a series necessary to qualify a student to

take the state Board of Barbering and Cosmetology exam.

COSM 18, Skin Care 1 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This is the first skin care/esthetician class required for all

entering students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology

or Skin Care/Esthetics in the state of California.

This course is an introduction to the principles and prac-

tice of esthetics (skin care). The course includes health

and safety concerns: sanitary practice, safe use of tools

and equipment. Basic concepts of anatomy and chemistry

related to the skin care profession, manipulations, masks,

packs, client consultation, skin analysis, conditions, disease

and introduction to basic eyebrow arching are included.

COSM 20, Related Science 2 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This class is required for all entering students who wish to

be licensed for Cosmetology, Manicuring, or Esthetics by

the state of California.

This class is required for all entering students who wish to

be licensed for Cosmetology, Manicuring, or Esthetics by

the state of California. This course provides essential cos-

metology related theory carefully formulated to prepare

a student to pass the written State Board examination.

Students are instructed in the basic concepts of health,

safety and related chemistry.

COSM 21A, Hair Cutting 2 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 11A.

This is the second hair cutting class required for all enter-

ing students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by

the State of California. This course is the continuation of

Cosmetology 11A. The students will learn more advanced

techniques of haircutting with the use of may different

types of cutting tools.

COSM 21B, Hair Styling 2 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 11B.

Cosmetology

New Student Orientation will be held May 5th, July 7th,

Sept 8th, and Nov 17th at 4:00 p.m. in BUS 143.

COSM 10A, Related Science 1A 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides essential Cosmetology-related theory

carefully formulated to prepare a student to pass the writ-

ten Cosmetology, Skin Care and Manicure State Board

Examinations. Basic concepts of bacteriology, sanitation,

health and safety, and physiology pertaining to the head,

face, hands and arms, are included in this course.

COSM 10B, Related Science 1B 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides essential Cosmetology-related theory

carefully formulated to prepare a student to pass the writ-

ten Cosmetology, Skin Care and Manicure State Board

Examination. Concepts of the State Board of Cosmetology

Act and Regulations will be included as well as health and

safety.

COSM 11A, Hair Cutting 1 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This is the first hair cutting class required for all entering

students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the

state of California.

This course is designed to teach beginning students basic

techniques of haircutting to create a variety of hair designs.

COSM 11B, Hair Styling 1 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This is the first hairstyling class required for all entering stu-

dents who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the State

of California. This course is an introduction to hairstyling.

The students will learn the basics of hairstyling including

technique of rollers, pin curls, and finger waving. Students

will learn how to create hairstyles to pass the State Board

of Cosmetology.

This course is an introduction to hairstyling. The students

will learn how to create hairstyles to pass the state board

of cosmetology with the technique of rollers, pin curls, and

finger waving.

COSM 11C, Hair Coloring 1 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This is the first hair coloring class required for all entering

students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the

state of California.

The student will learn hair coloring and bleaching tech-

niques and applications. This class is required to pass the

California State Board of Cosmetology exam.

COSM 11D, Permanent Wave 1 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This is the first permanent wave class required for all enter-

ing students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by

the state of California.

This is the first permanent wave class required for all enter-

ing students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by

the state of California. This course is designed to educate

the students on permanent waving techniques and applica-

tions. It will provide a complete foundation for all perma-

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This is the third related science class required for all enter-

ing students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology or

Esthetics by the state of California.

This course provides essential Cosmetology related theory

carefully formulated to prepare a student to pass the writ-

ten State Board Examination. Students are instructed in

basic concepts of electricity (galvanic/sinusoidal), sanitation

and disinfectant techniques.

COSM 31A, Hair Cutting 3 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 21A.

This is the third hair cutting class required for all entering

students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the

state of California.

This course is a continuation of 21A. The student will learn

more advanced salon techniques for the latest trends of

haircutting.

COSM 31B, Hair Styling 3 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 21B.

This is the third class required for all entering students who

are preparing to be licensed for cosmetology by the State

of California. This course provides an approach to different

blow drying methods. Students will learn the fundamentals

of blow drying long, medium, and short hair techniques,

when used alone or in combination, can create many dif-

ferent hair designs.

COSM 31C, Hair Coloring 3 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 21C.

This is the third hair coloring class required for all entering

students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the

state of California.

This course is a continuation of 21C. The students will learn

how to formulate color to achieve the desired results the

first time; learn about bleaching products, color applica-

tions and procedures, and advanced hair color and foil

techniques.

COSM 31E, Curly Hair Techniques 3 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 21E.

Formerly COSM 24.

This is the third curly hair styling class required for all

entering students who wish to be licensed for cosmetology

by the state of California. This course is a continuation of

Cosmetology 21E. The student will learn wet and thermal

styling which includes blow dry styling and pressing and

curling the hair. This class is required to pass the California

state Board of cosmetology exam.

COSM 36, Nail Care 3 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 26.

This is the third nail care class required for all entering

students who wish to be licensed for cosmetology or mani-

curing by the State of California. The student will learn

State Board Rules and regulations, safety techniques and

sanitation for Nails Care as well as the application of acryl-

ics, French manicures.

COSM 38, Skin Care 3 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 28.

This is the third skin care class required for all entering stu-

dents who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology or Esthetics

by the state of California.

This is the second hair styling class required for all entering

students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the

state of California.

This course is a continuation of Cosmetology 11B. Students

will continue to learn more hairstyling techniques and

proper use of blow drying and electric curling iron.

COSM 21C, Hair Coloring 2 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 11C.

This is the second hair coloring class required for all enter-

ing students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by

the state of California.

The student will learn how color affects our lives. They will

learn the different types of hair color, including henna,

tints, and bleaches. They will have hands on workshops

and will learn salon foiling techniques. This class provides a

complete foundation for color and bleaching procedures.

COSM 21D, Permanent Waving 2 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 11D.

This is the second permanent waving class required for all

entering students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology

in the State of California. This course is a continuation of

Cosmetology 11D. This course provides an approach to

advanced permanent waving techniques using real prod-

ucts in a hands on workshop.

COSM 21E, Curly Hair Techniques 2 0.5 units

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 11E.

Formerly COSM 14B.

This class is required for all students who wish to be

licensed for Cosmetology by the State of California. This

course is the second class in curly hair care. Students will

learn chemical and thermal hair straightening, soft perm

techniques using the basic manipulative skills and proper

application of thermal hair processing, curling, and chemi-

cal relaxing for excessively curly hair.

COSM 26, Nail Care 2 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 16.

This is the second nail care class required for all entering

students who wish to be licensed for cosmetology or mani-

curing by the State of California. The student will learn

State Board Rules and regulations, safety techniques and

sanitation for Nails Care as well as the application of nail

tips, nail wraps, manicures and pedicures.

COSM 28A, Skin Care 2A 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 18.

This is the second course required for Skin Care/Esthetician

and Cosmetology licensing.

The students will demonstrate the application of both

individual and strip eyelashes, and the proper method of

hair removal, waxing, and makeup as required by the state

of California.

COSM 28B, Skin Care 2B 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 18.

This course is required for Skin Care and Cosmetology

licensing. The student will learn to perform electrical and

chemical facials and to demonstrate the use of electrical

facial machines.

COSM 30, Related Science 3 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

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COSM 46, Nail Care 4 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 36.

This is the fourth nail care class required for all entering

students who wish to be licensed for cosmetology or mani-

curing by the State of California. The student will learn

State Board Rules and regulations, safety techniques and

sanitation for Nail Care as well as the application of gel

nails, pedicures, Spa manicures/pedicures and 3-D art.

COSM 48, Skin Care 4 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 38.

This is the fourth skin care class required for all continu-

ing students who wish to be licensed for Esthetics and

Cosmetology by the state of California. This course will be

a combination of theory and practical application. It will

prepare the student to take the State Board examination

required to obtain a license in Skin Care.

COSM 48B, Advanced Make-Up 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 28A.

This class is required for all students who wish to be

licensed for Esthetics and Cosmetology by the state of

California. This is an intense class in make-up application.

This course will include color theory, blending make-up,

the use of concealers, highlighters and contours. The appli-

cation of blush, powders, lip liners and lipstick, eye makeup

techniques, and the application of new trends will also be

covered. Students will learn how to determine face shapes,

the correct way to tweeze, wax eyebrows, and work with

brow pencils. Students will learn evening glamour and high

fashion make-up, hair removal, special bridal looks, coordi-

nation of the wedding party make-up, and how to conduct

a wedding party consultation. Make-up techniques for

color and black-and-white film and work with studio light-

ing are included.

COSM 50A, Related Science 5 2 units

• Prerequisite: Completion of at least 800 hours in

Cosmetology.

This is the fifth class required for all entering students

who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the state of

California.

This course provides essential Cosmetology related theory

carefully formulated to prepare a student to pass the writ-

ten State Board Examination. Students are instructed in

basic concepts of record keeping, facials, wet styling, scalp

treatment, haircutting, perms, relaxing, hair color, thermal

treatments, manicuring, and artificial nails.

COSM 50A is mandatory for Cosmetology students.

Esthetician students may take COSM 50A after completing

400 hours.

COSM 50B, Practical Preparation for State Board

Exam 1.5 units

• Prerequisite: Completion of at least 1000 hours in

Cosmetology.

The State Board Practical-Prep class is a class that will pre-

pare the student to take the California State Board practi-

cal exam required to obtain a cosmetology license. The

state board procedures include: wet hairstyling, thermal

pressing and curling with Marcel iron, haircutting, finger

waving, roller placement, pin curls, manicure, pedicure,

acrylic nails, nail repair, (silk and paper), facial (chemical

facial, dermal light facial, plain facial) Hair removal, (twee-

This course is a continuation of 28B. The students will learn

more advanced techniques for chemical and electrical

facials with galvanic current, high frequency, and many

European massage techniques.

COSM 38B, Mechanical Exfoliation 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 38.

This is an advanced skin care class for students and licensed

Estheticians. This class is a continuation of COSM 38. The

students will learn more advanced techniques for skin anal-

ysis, record keeping, advanced anatomy and physiology to

determine the protocol for microdermabrasion treatments.

COSM 38C, Chemical Exfoliation 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 38; Prerequisite/

Corequisite: Cosmetology 20 (Cosmetology 20 can be

taken concurrently with Cosmetology 38C).

This is an advanced skin care class for students and licensed

Estheticians. This class is a continuation of COSM 38B. The

class will focus on the chemistry of exfoliation products,

the pH scale and skin analysis to determine which chemical

exfoliate should be used.

COSM 40, Related Science 4 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This is the fourth related science class required for all enter-

ing students who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by

the state of California.

This course provides essential Cosmetology related theory

carefully formulated to prepare a student to pass the writ-

ten State Board Examination. Students are instructed in

rules and regulations, basic concepts of health and safety,

and chemistry.

COSM 41A, Hair Cutting 4 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 31A.

This is the fourth class required for all entering students

who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the State of

California. This course is a continuation of 31A. The student

will learn more advanced salon techniques using different

tools for the latest hair cutting trends.

COSM 41B, Hair Styling 4 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 31B.

This is the fourth class required for all entering students

who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the State of

California. This course provides an advanced approach to

hair styles, including up-do’s with styling techniques for

different lengths of hair.

COSM 41C, Hair Coloring 4 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 31C.

This course provides the student the opportunity to learn

advanced techniques of hair color including slicing, foiling,

weaving, singles and ribbons.

COSM 42, Men’s Hair Styling 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 31A.

This class is required for all students who wish to be

licensed for Cosmetology by the state of California.

This class is designed to teach the many techniques of

designing men’s hair which will include wet and dry cuts,

finger cutting, scissors over comb, clipper over comb, beard

trims, mustache and eyebrow shaping, and blow drying.

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handle supplies, labor related laws, and key points for

operating a salon as well as how to write a resume.

COSM 71, Cosmetology Instructional Techniques:

Theory 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 50B and instructor

approval.

This course is designed to prepare the licensed cosmetolo-

gist for a teaching career in the public and private sectors

of cosmetology. This course offers an overview of teaching

methodologies, teaching to diverse learning styles, profes-

sional development and learning philosophies of aspiring

educators.

It is recommended that the student have a Cosmetology

license issued from the California State Board of Barbering

and Cosmetology and one year experience working in a

salon as a professional cosmetologist.

COSM 72, Applied Instructional Techniques 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 50B and Instructor

approval.

This course is designed to prepare the licensed cosmetolo-

gist for a teaching career in the public and private sectors

of cosmetology. This course will address effective strate-

gies for instructing students on the salon floor as well as in

the classroom. Emphasis is also placed on salon safety and

sanitation.

It is recommended that the student have a Cosmetology

license issued from the California State Board of Barbering

and Cosmetology and one year experience working in a

salon as a professional cosmetologist.

COSM 73, Cosmetology Instructional

Materials 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 50B and Instructor

approval.

This course is designed to prepare the licensed cosmetolo-

gist for a teaching career in the public and private sectors

of cosmetology. Students will develop instructional materi-

als including course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, educa-

tional aids, and score sheets for practical examinations.

It is recommended that the student have a Cosmetology

License issued from the California State Board of Barbering

and Cosmetology and one year experience working in a

salon as a professional cosmetologist.

COSM 74, Techniques for Assessment 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 50B and instructor

approval.

This course is designed to prepare the licensed cosmetolo-

gist for a teaching career in the public and private sectors

of cosmetology. This course focuses on development of

student learning outcomes and assessments as measures

of effective instruction. There will also be an emphasis on

refining instructional techniques to meet the needs of stu-

dents with diverse learning styles.

It is recommended that the student have a Cosmetology

License issued from the California State Board of Barbering

and Cosmetology and one year experience working in a

salon as a professional cosmetologist.

COSM 75A, Instructional Techniques in

Salon 1 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 50B.

zers and wax), soft perm (ammonium thioglycolate), hair

straightening (sodium hydroxide), cold wave (permanent

wave), hair coloring, bleaching, P.D. test (predisposition

test), disinfection, sanitation and safety procedures.

COSM 50C, Written Preparation for State Board

Exam 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Completion of at least 1000 hours in

Cosmetology.

This theory course is designed to successfully prepare the

student to take the written portion of the California State

Board exam required to obtain a cosmetology license. State

Board written testing includes: wet hairstyling, thermal

pressing and curling with Marcel iron, haircutting, finger

waving , roller placement, pin curls, manicure, pedicure,

acrylic nails, nail repair, (silk and paper), facial (chemical

facial, dermal light facial, plain facial, hair removal (twee-

zers and wax), soft perm (ammonium thioglycolate), hair

straightening (sodium hydroxide), cold wave (permanent

wave), P.D. test (predisposition test), disinfection, sanita-

tion and safety procedures.

COSM 50E, Written Preparation For Esthetician

State Board Exam 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Completion of at least 400 hours of

Esthetician coursework.

This theory course is designed to successfully prepare

the student to take the written portion of the National-

Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC)

exam required to obtain an esthetician license. Written

testing includes: disinfection, sanitation health and safety,

rules and regulations, bacteriology, anatomy and physi-

ology, manual facials, chemical facials, electrical facials,

advanced techniques of skin care, eyebrow tweezing, wax-

ing and makeup procedures.

COSM 50N, Written Preparation For Nail Care State

Board Exam 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Completion of at least 300 hours of Nail

Care coursework.

This theory course is designed to successfully prepare

the student to take the written portion of the National-

Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC)

exam required to obtain a Manicuring license. Written

testing includes: disinfection, sanitation, health and safety,

rules and regulations, bacteriology, anatomy and physiol-

ogy, manicuring, pedicuring, nail tips, acrylic and gel nails.

COSM 60, Related Science 6 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Completion of at least 1500 hours in

Cosmetology and 500 in skin care.

This is the sixth class required for all entering students

who wish to be licensed for Cosmetology by the state of

California.

This course is designed for the student to fill in their indi-

vidual requirements needed to complete their theory por-

tion necessary to qualify for the California State Board of

Cosmetology Exam.

COSM 64, Salon Management 2 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course presents an opportunity for a student/licensee

to learn clientele building, choosing the right salon, types

of leases and rent agreements, business permits, how to

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This course is a module of a variable unit, variable hour,

open-entry/open-exit experience provides the opportunity

to obtain practical salon training working on patrons. The

practical work is as close to actual beauty salon experience

as possible. Students will earn hours toward the required

practical hours and operations to be eligible to take the

California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology

exam, under the supervision of faculty. The student has ful-

filled the salon requirement upon completion of 650-700

hours and has successful demonstraation of all required

operations.

COSM 95B, Salon Experience 2 units

• Prerequisite: Completion of all beginning courses.

Cosmetology students must have completed at least

300 classroom hours; Skin Care students must have

completed 60 classroom hours; Nail Care students

must have completed 40 classroom hours.

COSM 95 is a variable unit course offered in four modules-

-A, B, C, or D. Students should sign up for the module that

best fits their course schedules to maximize hours earned.

This variable unit, variable hour, open-entry/open-exit

experience provides the opportunity to obtain practical

salon training working on patrons. The practical work

is as close to actual beauty salon experience as possible.

Students will earn hours toward the required practical

hours and operations to be eligible to take the California

State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology exam under the

supervision of faculty. The student has fulfilled the salon

requirement upon completion of 650-700 hours and has

successfully demonstrated all required operations.

COSM 95C, Salon Experience 3 units

• Prerequisite: Completion of all beginning courses.

Cosmetology students must have completed at least

300 classroom hours; Skin Care students must have

completed 60 classroom hours; Nail Care students

must have completed 40 classroom hours.

COSM 95 is a variable unit course offered in four modules-

-A, B, C, or D. Students should sign up for the module that

best fits their course schedules to maximize hours earned.

This course is a module of a variable unit, variable hour,

open-entry/open-exit experience provides the opportunity

to obtain practical salon training working on patrons. The

practical work is as close to actual beauty salon experience

as possible. Students will earn hours toward the required

practical hours and operations to be eligible to take the

California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology

exam, under the supervision of faculty. The student has ful-

filled the salon requirement upon completion of 650-700

hours and has successful demonstraation of all required

operations.

COSM 95D, Salon Experience 4 units

• Prerequisite: Completion of all beginning courses.

Cosmetology students must have completed at least

300 classroom hours; Skin Care students must have

completed 60 classroom hours; Nail Care students

must have completed 40 classroom hours.

COSM 95 is a variable unit course offered in four modules-

-A, B, C, or D. Students should sign up for the module that

best fits their course schedules to maximize hours earned.

This course is a module of a variable unit, variable hour,

open-entry/open-exit experience provides the opportunity

to obtain practical salon training working on patrons. The

This course is designed to prepare the licensed cosmetolo-

gist for a teaching career in the public and private sectors

of cosmetology. This course emphasizes practical experi-

ence on the salon floor and supervising students under the

direction of an instructor.

It is recommended that the student have a Cosmetology

License issued from the California State Board of Barbering

and Cosmetology and one year experience working in a

salon as a professional cosmetologist.

COSM 75B, Instructional Techniques in

Salon 2 2 units

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 50B.

This course is designed to prepare the licensed cosmetolo-

gist for a teaching career in the public and private sectors

of cosmetology. This course emphasizes practical experi-

ence on the salon floor, supervising students under the

direction of an instructor.

It is recommended that the student have a Cosmetology

License issued from the California State Board of Barbering

and Cosmetology and one year experience working in a

salon as a professional cosmetologist.

COSM 75C, Instructional Techniques in

Salon 3 3 units

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 50B.

This course is designed to prepare the licensed cosmetolo-

gist for a teaching career in the public and private sectors

of cosmetology. This course emphasizes practical experi-

ence on the salon floor, supervising students under the

direction of an instructor.

It is recommended that the student have a Cosmetology

License issued from the California State Board of Barbering

and Cosmetology and one year experience working in a

salon as a professional cosmetologist.

COSM 75D, Instructional Techniques in

Salon 4 4 units

• Prerequisite: Cosmetology 50B.

This course is designed to prepare the licensed cosmetolo-

gist for a teaching career in the public and private sectors

of cosmetology. This course emphasizes practical experi-

ence on the salon floor, supervising students under the

direction of an instructor.

It is recommended that the student have a Cosmetology

License issued from the California State Board of Barbering

and Cosmetology and one year experience working in a

salon as a professional cosmetologist.

COSM 88A, Independent Studies in

Cosmetology 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

COSM 95A, Salon Experience 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Completion of all beginning courses.

Cosmetology students must have completed at least

300 classroom hours; Skin Care students must have

completed 60 classroom hours; Nail Care students

must have completed 40 classroom hours.

COSM 95 is a variable unit course offered in four modules-

-A, B, C, or D. Students should sign up for the module that

best fits their course schedules to maximize hours earned.

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COUNS 13, Personal and Social Awareness 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Students may apply a maximum of 4 units of Counseling

courses to the Associate degree.

The course presents the theoretical foundations and tech-

niques of group processes. Through group interaction, the

student gains greater self-awareness, sensitivity to others

and more effective communication skills.

COUNS 15, Job Search Techniques 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Students may apply a maximum of 4 units of Counseling

courses to the Associate degree.

The objective of this course is to teach skills necessary for

successful job hunting by students. Skills identification,

interviewing techniques, researching the job market, and

resume writing are explored.

COUNS 16, Job Success Skills 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Students may apply a maximum of 4 units of Counseling

courses to the Associate degree.

This entry-level employment course provides the skills

that new employees need to retain their jobs. These skills

include communicating skills; getting along with employ-

ers, supervisors, and customers; exhibiting positive atti-

tudes and behaviors; adapting to the company culture; and

surviving the initial months on the job.

COUNS 17, Conflict Resolution Skills 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students may apply a maximum of 4 units of Counseling

courses to the Associate degree.

Conflict is a fact of life. How one feels and behaves in

response to conflict determines whether negative or posi-

tive outcomes are experienced. This course focuses on indi-

vidual attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors about conflict, and

provides insight into the ways individuals can view conflict

in a positive way. It also explores the various causes of con-

flict, mediation strategies and interventions, the practical

ways in which conflict resolution could be implemented in

daily life, as well as career paths that utilize conflict resolu-

tion skills.

COUNS 18, Behavior Management 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students may apply a maximum of 4 units of Counseling

courses to the Associate degree.

The aim of this course is to enable participants to identify

behavioral patterns and physiological responses to anger

expression and to examine and practice strategies for

anger management.

COUNS 19, Orientation Seminar 0.5 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students may apply a maximum of 4 units of Counseling

courses to the Associate degree.

This nine hour course for new students will provide a com-

prehensive introduction to the college environment by

focusing on Santa Monica College’s programs and services

and on the development of essential college survival skills.

practical work is as close to actual beauty salon experience

as possible. Students will earn hours toward the required

practical hours and operations to be eligible to take the

California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology

exam, under the supervision of faculty. The student has ful-

filled the salon requirement upon completion of 650-700

hours and has successful demonstraation of all required

operations.

Counseling and Testing

Formerly listed as Human Development.

The Counseling Department offers courses which assist

students with student success strategies, learning and

study skills, Associate degree and transfer planning, career

development and internships, conflict resolution skills and

behavior management. Disabled Student Services offers

several such courses and more which provide specialized

information for disability-related concerns.

Students may apply a maximum of 4 units of Counseling

courses to the Associate degree. The following courses are

exempt from this unit limitation: Counseling 12, 20 and 30.

COUNS 1, Developing Learning Skills 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Students may apply a maximum of 4 units of Counseling

courses to the Associate degree.

This course is designed to help students at all academic

levels to improve their study skills in time management,

goal-setting, lecture and textbook note-taking, textbook

reading, exam preparation, and test-taking to increase

their academic success. This course is offered on a pass/no

pass basis only.

COUNS 11, Orientation to Higher Education 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students may apply a maximum of 4 units of Counseling

courses to the Associate degree.

This course introduces higher education and the Master

Plan for Higher Education in California. Emphasis is on

curricula available at community colleges, state and inde-

pendent colleges and universities, and the University of

California. Included will be discussion of non-curricular

areas in higher education and general educational poli-

cies, student government and its role in education, and

environmental differences in the various institutions of

higher learning, especially in California. This course should

prove especially useful to international students or others

unfamiliar with the structure and philosophy of higher

education, both public and private. Offered on a credit/no

credit basis only.

COUNS 12, Career Planning 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to inform and assist students in

making appropriate and satisfying career choices. Using

self-evaluation instruments, students identify interests,

abilities, values, and goals. Skills necessary for future career

investigation and decision-making are included.

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COUNS 90A, General Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Students must be a continuing SMC

student who completed 6 or more units in the

previous semester.

This course provides students with on-the-job practical

work experience to enhance work-related skills, increase

awareness of potential careers, and develop knowledge of

the “work culture.” The internship need not be related to

the students’ educational or career goal.

This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Please

visit the Career Services Center for more information.

COUNS 90B, General Internship 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Students must be a continuing SMC

student who completed 6 or more units in the

previous semester.

This course provides students with on-the-job practical

work experience to enhance work-related skills, increase

awareness of potential careers, and develop knowledge of

the “work culture.” The internship need not be related to

the students’ educational or career goal.

This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Please

visit the Career Services Center for more information.

COUNS 90C, General Internship 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Students must be a continuing SMC

student who completed 6 or more units in the

previous semester.

This course provides students with on-the-job practical

work experience to enhance work-related skills, increase

awareness of potential careers, and develop knowledge of

the “work culture.” The internship need not be related to

the student’s educational or career goal.

This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Please

visit the Career Services Center for more information.

COUNS 90D, General Internship 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Students must be a continuing SMC

student who completed 6 or more units in the

previous semester.

This course provides students with on-the-job practical

work experience to enhance work-related skills, increase

awareness of potential careers, and develop knowledge of

the “work culture”. Internship need not be related to the

students’ educational or career goal.

This course is offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Please

visit the Career Services Center for more information.

Counseling –

Adult Education

COUNS 906, American Sign Language Level 1

(Beginner) 0 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This introductory course is designed for the student with

little or no previous knowledge of American Sign Language

(ASL). ASL is taught using an interactive approach, which

includes classroom conversation, games and exercises.

The orientation provides an overview of college policies

and an insight into faculty expectations. It also includes an

introduction to the structure of higher education systems,

degree and transfer requirements, math and English/ESL

assessment and interpretation, study skills, and financial

aid information. Students will also develop and file a

Student Educational Plan in consultation with a counselor.

COUNS 20, Student Success Seminar 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides an exploration of intellectual, psy-

chological, social and physical factors that impact lifelong

learning, well-being and success. Topics include motivation

and self-efficacy; critical thinking, academic integrity and

active study strategies; health issues and lifestyle choices;

relating to others as a global citizen; written and oral com-

munication; time management; career exploration; and

educational planning.

COUNS 23, Student Success Seminar II 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Counseling 20.

Counseling 23 may not be applied toward the Associate

degree.

This course builds upon the knowledge, skills and effective

behaviors learned in Human Development 20 and provides

an in-depth application of the concepts. Topics to be cov-

ered include: motivation, locus of control, and how people

learn; improving and expanding memory and concentra-

tion; application of appropriate learning strategies; critical

thinking; and effective oral communication. It will engage

students in the critical evaluation of their own and other

students’ learning and mastery of the concepts.

COUNS 30, Life Transitions and Adjustments 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course emphasizes the study of identity, life transi-

tions, and individual adjustment. Theoretical and applied

approaches to understanding the self, others, and the

environment are considered. Factors such as personal-

ity development, gender, sexual identity, ethnicity, fam-

ily dynamics, disability status, interpersonal relationships,

self-esteem, goals, values, and death and dying will be

emphasized.

COUNS 47, Personal Finance for Students 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students may apply a maximum of 4 units of Counseling

courses to the Associate degree.

This course provides students with the fundamental tools

to make informed decisions that impact their short and

intermediate-term finances. Topics covered include money

management and the decision processes and behaviors

underlying spending, saving, and borrowing.

Counseling 47 is the same course as Business 47. Students

may earn credit for one but not both.

COUNS 88A, Independent Studies in

Counseling 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Course Descriptions

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COUNS 12H, Career Planning 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course is designed to inform and assist students in

making appropriate and satisfying career choices. Using

self-evaluation instruments, students identify interests,

abilities, values, and goals. Skills necessary for future career

investigation and decision-making are included.

COUNS 13H, Personal and Social Awareness 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course is designed for students who wish to gain

greater self-awareness, become more sensitive to others,

and improve their communication skills through group

interaction.

COUNS 15H, Job Search Techniques 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Counseling 12H.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

The objective of this course is to teach skills necessary for

successful job hunting. Skills identification, interviewing

techniques, researching the job market, and resume writ-

ing are explored. Emphasis is placed on understanding

legal rights of a person with a disability under federal and

state laws.

COUNS 21H, Adapted Computer Technology 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

In the context of word processing, students receive instruc-

tion in the assistive technology needed to provide comput-

er access for completion of written academic assignments.

This course is designed for the Disabled Students Program

and students must enroll through the Disabled Students

High Tech Center. Students must be concurrently enrolled

in an academic class at Santa Monica College.

COUNS 22H, Adapted Computer Technology,

Internet Skills for Academic Success 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

In the context of the appropriate assistive technology and

ergonomics, students learn Internet skills and resources

helpful for academic coursework. This class is designed for

students eligible for the Disabled Students Program, and

students must enroll through the Disabled Students/High

Tech Center. Students must be concurrently enrolled in

academic classes at SMC. Experience with basic word pro-

cessing skills is strongly suggested.

COUNS 25H, Adapted Computer Technology,

Technology Tools for Academic Success 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

In the context of the appropriate assistive technology and

ergonomics, students learn software programs relevant to

their academic success. Programs address academic strate-

gies and reference tools, (e.g., brainstorming, organizing

information, planning, spelling and homonym checking,

dictionaries and thesauri), text to speech technology, and

the fundamentals of industry-standard applications used

in mainstream courses (e.g., Excel, Access, Photo Shop).

Students learn basic everyday communication skills, using

signed words and finger spelling. Course content includes

information about deaf culture and the deaf community.

COUNS 910, ABI Connections 0 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is taught in community settings for adults with

acquired brain injuries. The course instructs students in

retraining and increasing cognitive skills. Caregivers will be

included in the instruction when desirable.

COUNS 912, Basic Living Skills 0 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for developmentally disabled/slow

learners. The curriculum includes development of basic

skills in the areas of meal planning and preparation, shop-

ping, money management, social behavior, leisure and

pre-vocational skills.

COUNS 921, Learning Skills 0 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This class provides individualized instruction to students

who require specialized training in any of the following

areas: 1) the use of adapted equipment or technology, 2)

the acquisition of skills necessary to adapt to the college

environment, or 3) the identification of learning strengths

and weaknesses toward the development of an individual

educational plan.

COUNS 912W, Developing Occupational Skills 0 units

• Prerequisite: None.

The Developing Occupational Skills Class is designed for

developmentally disabled/slow learners. The program cur-

riculum includes development of basic skills in the areas

of meal planning and preparation, shopping, money

management, sex education, social behavior, leisure, and

pre-vocational skills.

Counseling – Disabled

Student Services

COUNS 1H, Study Skills Lab 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course introduces specific learning and study strategies

that assist students in meeting the academic demands of

their college courses. Each class covers in depth only one

area of study skills each 8 weeks. These classes are designed

to target specific areas of weakness.

COUNS 2H, Study Skills Lab 0.5 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course introduces specific learning and study strategies

that assist students in meeting the academic demands of

their college courses. Each class covers in depth only one

area of study skills each 8 weeks. These classes are designed

to target specific areas of weakness.

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COUNS 53, Phonics, Spelling and Vocabulary

Development 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course helps students develop strategies to improve

phonetic and rule-based spelling. This course also helps

students develop vocabulary through understanding of

word morphology. This course is designed for students

with learning disabilities.

COUNS 54, Organizational Strategies 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

The primary emphasis of this class is time management and

task analysis. Students are taught how to break academic

assignments down into individual steps and how to sched-

ule these and other tasks on daily, weekly, and monthly

calendars. Goal setting, prioritizing, procrastination, and

evaluation of study time and environment are part of this

planning process. Also covered are organization of materi-

als and information, preferred learning styles, and sensory

modalities. This class is designed for students with learning

disabilities and especially attention deficit disorders.

COUNS 55, Student Success Strategies 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course is designed to assist students with learning dis-

abilities in developing specific learning and study strategies

in order to meet the academic demands of their college

level coursework.

COUNS 56, Written Language Strategies 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course incorporates the use of computers and software

to implement and support the step-by-step stages of writ-

ing strategies. This course is designed for students with

learning disabilities.

COUNS 57, Listening, Note Taking and

Memory 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course is designed to improve a student’s ability to

actively listen, take lecture notes, and to employ memory

strategies. The class is specifically for students with learn-

ing disabilities. Assistive technology for note taking is also

explored.

COUNS 58, Math Strategies 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course teaches students with learning disabilities strat-

egies to improve how they learn mathematics and solve

mathematical problems.

This class is designed for students eligible for the Disabled

Students Program, and students must enroll through the

Disabled Students/High Tech Center. Students must be con-

currently enrolled in academic classes at SMC. Experience

with basic word processing skills is strongly suggested.

COUNS 26, Technology Literacy for Academic

Success 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

In the context of the appropriate assistive technology and

ergonomics, students learn features of industry-standard

applications (e.g., formatting a research paper in Word,

creating a multimedia PowerPoint presentation) profes-

sors expect students to use for their course assignments.

Students will use these technologies to create a short

research paper and a PowerPoint presentation relevant to

their academic coursework and/or learning strategies. This

open-entry, self-paced course is designed for students eligi-

ble for the Disabled Students program, and students must

enroll through the Disabled Students/High Tech Center.

Students must be concurrently enrolled in academic classes

at SMC.

COUNS 41H, Independent Living Skills 2 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for those physically disabled stu-

dents who wish to function more independently in their

activities of daily living (ADL). Emphasis will be placed on

skill acquisition in both home and community activities

through an application of problem-solving methods and a

learning hierarchy. Assessments of functional performance

will be administered in order to provide behavioral feed-

back information and encourage skill improvement. Skills

necessary for successful community and college adaptation

will be included in instruction. Principles of consumer advo-

cacy and a historical framework of the disabled in the U.S.

and California will be included.

COUNS 51, Test Taking/Memory Strategies 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course is designed to teach specific learning strategies

in the areas of test taking and memory. Students will learn

to be more successful in taking various types of academic

tests by applying specific strategies for studying for tests,

retaining and recalling information, answering test ques-

tions, and learning from mistakes. This course is designed

for students with learning disabilities.

COUNS 52, Textbook/Memory Strategies 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Maximum credit of Associate degree applicable counseling

courses may be limited; check with Counseling.

This course is designed to teach specific learning strategies

in the areas of textbook study and memory. Students will

learn to improve comprehension of textbooks in various

subject areas by reading actively, to create a variety of

study tools from textbooks, and to apply techniques for

remembering what has been read. This course is designed

for students with learning disabilities.

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DANCE 15, Intermediate Modern Jazz 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 14 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is a continuation of Dance 14, building on

the intermediate jazz techniques and movement vocabu-

lary. Students should be at the intermediate level. The

class introduces new skills and movement variations from

various jazz styles. The technique investigates the use of

rhythm, dynamics, space, and energy while disciplining the

body and developing motor skills as a tool for creative self

expressionl. Written assignments on American jazz icons

and attendance at the Dance concerts are required.

DANCE 16, Advanced Modern Jazz 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 15 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is a continuation of Dance 15, building on

the advanced jazz techniques and movement vocabulary.

The class focuses on advanced skills and movement varia-

tions from various jazz styles. Longer combinations fur-

ther explore dance expression in jazz with more complex

dance sequences and rhythmic phrasing. The technique

also investigates the use of intricate rhythms, dynamics,

space, and energy while disciplining the body and devel-

oping motor skills as a tool for creative self expression at

an advanced level. Written assignments on American jazz

icons and attendance at the Departments Dance concerts

are required.

DANCE 17, Beginning Tap 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces tap technique and styles (including

rhythm tap and Broadway tap), information about the cul-

tural and historical origins of tap, and current trends and

applications of tap in concert dance and musical theater.

Emphasis will be on fundamental skills and rhythms, time

steps, flash footwork, short combinations, and styling.

DANCE 18, Intermediate Tap 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 17 or Equivalent Experience.

This course presents a more in depth look at tap technique

and styles. Students learn intermediate steps and tech-

niques with a focus on more complex syncopated rhythms,

tonal clarity and speed. Different musical styles will be

introduced relating rhythms, time signatures, and musical

structures to tap styles. Students will study historical tap

dance figures, current trends, choreographic ideas and

improvisation.

DANCE 19, Ballroom Dance 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course gives students the opportunity to learn vari-

ous social dance forms. It is designed for students with no

dance experience as well as experienced dance students

who want to be introduced to dance forms new to them.

Examples of dance forms that may be included are: Fox

Trot, Waltz, Swing, Rumba, Cha Cha, Tango, and Samba.

The course will focus on exploring the differences and simi-

larities among styles and techniques while also developing

coordination skills. Historical studies and individual cho-

COUNS 59, Textbook Strategies Using

Technology 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Students learn to apply technology-based study strategies

to enhance comprehension and retention of instructional

materials. Students will apply the strategies with consid-

eration for their learning styles and the types of materials

they are reading. Comprehension strategies such as pat-

terns of organization and skimming techniques are also

covered. This course is designed for students with learning

disabilities.

Dance

Students enrolled in Dance classes are required to purchase

tickets for and attend a performance of both Synapse (Nov

19 & 20) and Global Motion (Dec 10 & 11) at the Broad

Stage. For more information see www.smc.edu/dance.

DANCE 9, Dance Productions 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This lecture survey course addresses the many different

requirements of putting on a production, providing the

theoretical foundation that supports the production pro-

cess, and building an information base of the specialized

language and terminology, schedules and procedures nec-

essary to produce a show. Students learn how to organize

and prepare the different aspects of production, how to

implement ideas, and how to communicate with specialists

in the field.

DANCE 10, Fundamentals of Dance

Technique 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course places emphasis on the fundamental training

necessary for success in a variety of dance and movement

styles for dance students of all levels. Movement principles

from sources including anatomy, biomechanics and reha-

bilitation will be utilized to improve body alignment, core

stabilization, breath support and other aspects of tech-

nique in key dance movement patterns. Students will dem-

onstrate proper body alignment, learn human anatomy as

it pertains to the moving body, analyze different principles

of movement emphasizing time, space and effort as well

as enhance the mind-body connection through somatic

principles.

DANCE 14, Beginning Modern Jazz Dance 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This introductory course will explore the fundamental

techniques of Jazz Dance. Attention is placed on basic jazz

dance steps and vocabulary, with emphasis on musicality,

strength and flexibility, expression, coordination and an

appreciation of jazz dance as an art form. The technique

also investigates the use of rhythm, dynamics, space, and

energy while disciplining the body and developing motor

skills as a tool for creative self expression. Written assign-

ments on American jazz icons and attendance at the

Departments Dance concerts are required.

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DANCE 25, African Dance 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an introduction to the study of African dance

with an emphasis on West African traditional and con-

temporary dances. Emphasis is on techniques of Ghana,

Nigeria, Senegal, and Dunham Techninque.

Dance 25 serves as preparation for Dance 57A, the Global

Motion performance class.

DANCE 27, Brazilian Dance 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course surveys Brazilian dance with an emphasis on

Afro-Brazilian technique and styles. Course content will

include dances of the Candomble Orixas, folkloric forms

such as Maculele and Maracatu, Samba, and contemporary

Brazilian choreographies. Instruction will also include lec-

tures on the vital relationship between dance, drumming,

song, costume, and legends of these living traditions. The

impact of these dance forms on Brazilian society will also

be presented in both lecture and movement technique.

Dance 27 serves as preparation for Dance 57A, the Global

Motion performance class.

DANCE 27B, Intermediate Brazilian Dance 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 27 or Equivalent Experience.

This course offers an intermediate level of Brazilian dance

with an emphasis on further developing aesthetic concepts

and principles of traditional and contemporary Afro-

Brazilian dance movement. Course content will include in-

depth study of orixa dance movement, introduction to the

Silvestre Technique, folkloric dances from the Northeastern

region of Brazil, contemporary Afro-Bahian dances and

further development of these living dance genres in per-

formance. Correct body alignment and placement will

be stressed with the goal of mastering new steps, more

advanced footwork, rhythmic patterns and critical analysis

of this global dance form.

DANCE 29, Middle Eastern/North African

Dance 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces students to the movement, music,

and costumes of Middle Eastern/North African Dance.

In this course students will examine historic culture and

modern developments in this dance genre. Students will

study the origins of Middle Eastern/North African dance

techniques, rhythms, and terminology.

DANCE 31, Ballet I 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to introduce the concepts and prin-

ciples of classical ballet technique to the beginning student

with emphasis on body alignment/placement. Correct

body alignment and stance will be stressed throughout the

semester. Class will be taught in the classically accepted

manner of learning ballet technique with movement

phrases demonstrated by the instructor then practiced by

the student to musical accompaniment. Movement vocabu-

lary designed to improve and enhance each dancer’s

reography will enhance the student’s knowledge of each

dance form as well as encourage creativity.

DANCE 20, World Dance Survey 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Both dance majors and non-majors learn specific world

dance styles within a given semester; the study of the

music, art, and costume of the particular style is also includ-

ed. The dance techniques learned will serve as preparation

for the World Dance Performance Course (Dance 57A).

Students may select either Middle Eastern/East Indian

Dance or Salsa Dance. See specific course section listings.

DANCE 21, Asian Pacific Dance Survey 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces students to the theatrical, social,

and religious traditions of Asian/Pacific Dance in its cultural

context. The movement techniques of one or more forms

will be studied in one semester, as well as the relationship

of the dance to music, myth, and character.

Dance 21 serves as preparation for Dance 57A, the Global

Motion performance class.

DANCE 22, Mexican Dance 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a Mexican dance class which introduces tech-

niques and styles of traditional Mexican dances. Movements

are taught as students learn authentic regional dances and

study indigenous and outside influences, historical impact,

costumes and music. The dance techniques learned will

serve as preparation for Global Motion World Dance

Company performance classes (Dance 57A and Dance 57B).

DANCE 23, Intermediate Mexican Dance 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 22 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is an intermediate level course in the content

and technique of traditional Mexican dance. Lecture top-

ics include: the history of additional states of Mexico not

included in beginning Mexican dance, the culture of those

people past and present, European and African influences,

impact on the indigenous people, the influence of religion,

music, art, and popular styles. Dance technique topics

include: placement, intermediate level footwork, rhythm

patterns, intermediate level dances and choreography.

The dance techniques learned will serve as preparation for

the Global Motion World Dance Company performance

courses (Dance 57A and Dance 57B).

DANCE 24, Flamenco Dance 1 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces students to the movement and

music of Flamenco Dance and its cultural, historic, and geo-

graphic origins. Dance techniques are studied in relation-

ship to Cantos or Flamenco song, and compared to Spanish

classical and folk dance.

Dance 24 serves as preparation for Dance 57A, the Global

Motion performance class.

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This course is designed for the student at the advanced

level of ballet technique. Emphasis is placed on maintaining

the advanced level of technique the dancer has achieved.

Extensive ballet terminology, intricate movement com-

binations, diverse musical rhythms and dynamics will be

centered both at barre and centre. This course will prepare

students for auditions and stage performance experience

in professional fields, as well as guide the student to devise

the movement combinations for the class in anticipation of

future teaching responsibilities. Study of kinesiology and

injury prevention will continue to be included. Students

majoring in dance should prepare audition for transfer.

This class is intended for dance majors.

DANCE 37, Beginning Pointe 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 36 or Equivalent Experience.

Instructor approval required.

This course introduces the advanced ballet student to the

basics of beginning pointe work. Topics covered include

placement and strength-building exercises, selection of

proper footwear, and barre and center work in soft shoes

and en pointe.

DANCE 38, Intermediate Pointe 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 37 or Equivalent Experience.

Instructor approval required.

This course introduces advanced ballet students to the

intermediate level of pointe work. Students work on

placement, body alignment and barre and center work

en pointe at the intermediate level. Students will learn

selected classical variations necessary for transfer and pro-

fessional auditions. This class is intended for dance majors.

DANCE 41, Contemporary Modern Dance I 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a beginning level of modern dance tech-

nique with an emphasis on body alignment/placement, an

introduction to body awareness, movement in space, and

modern dance terminology. Technique, placement and cre-

ative experiences, along with correct body alignment and

stance will be stressed throughout the semester. Stretching

exercises to improve and enhance each dancer’s strength,

limberness and flexibility will be included.

DANCE 42, Contemporary Modern Dance 2 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 41 or Equivalent Experience.

This course offers a beginning/intermediate level of mod-

ern dance technique with an emphasis on further develop-

ing aesthetic concepts and principles of movement learned

in Dance 41. Correct body alignment and stance will contin-

ue to be stressed throughout the semester and technique

combinations will be added with the goal of mastering

new steps and terminology. More complete use of body

parts, complex movement phrasing and vocabularies, and

new technical skills will be introduced in class.

DANCE 43, Contemporary Modern Dance 3 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 42 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is an intermediate level of contemporary

modern dance technique with an emphasis on developing

strength, coordination and flexibility will be included in

each class.

DANCE 32, Ballet 2 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 31 or Equivalent Experience.

This course offers a beginning/intermediate level of classi-

cal ballet technique with an emphasis on further develop-

ing aesthetic concepts and principles of classical ballet tech-

nique learned in Dance 31. Correct body alignment and

stance will continue to be stressed throughout the semes-

ter and technique combinations will be added with the

goal of mastering new steps and terminology introduced in

barre and centre sequences. Class will be taught in the clas-

sically accepted manner of learning ballet technique with

exercises demonstrated by the instructor then practiced by

the student to musical accompaniment. Movement phrases

to improve and enhance strength, flexibility and endur-

ance will be included in each class.

DANCE 33, Ballet 3 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 32 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is designed to introduce the concepts and prin-

ciples of classical ballet technique at the intermediate level.

Dance 33 is taught in the classically accepted manner of

learning ballet technique. Exercises at the barre and centre

will incorporate combinations of movements practiced to

various musical rhythms and dynamics. This course facili-

tates students learning of other dance styles, and prepares

the dancer for stage performance experience. This class is

intended for dance majors.

DANCE 34, Ballet 4 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 33 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is designed for students to continue to master

concepts and principles of intermediate ballet technique

with an emphasis on the development of improving tech-

nical ability. Exercises at the barre and the centre will con-

tinue to incorporate combinations of movements practiced

to various musical rhythms and dynamics. This course will

introduce concepts of dance kinesiology and injury preven-

tion as well as prepare the dancer for stage performance

experience. This class is intended for dance majors.

DANCE 35, Ballet 5 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 34 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is designed for the students with a sound

understanding and mastery of ballet technique at an

intermediate/advanced level of ability. Extensive ballet

terminology, complex combinations of movements, diverse

musical rhythms and dynamics will be introduced through-

out the semester. This course will emphasize strengthening

the student’s technical ability and preparing the student

for study at the advanced level of ballet technique. Study

of kinesiology and injury prevention will be included as

well as preparation for stage performance experience. This

class is intended for dance majors.

DANCE 36, Ballet 6 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 35 or Equivalent Experience.

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dance majors. Recommended dance experience in Dance

33-36, 43-46, 61-63.

DANCE 55B, Dance Repertory – Modern 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

• Corequisite: Any Ballet or Modern Dance Course

(Dance 31-36, 41-46).

*Maximum UC credit for Dance 55B and Dance 59A is 4

units.

This course offers students the opportunity to perform

modern dance in repertory. Dance majors perform works in

new and varied settings to a variety of audiences including

the Jazz Music Series, Studio Stage Concerts, and commu-

nity performances.

DANCE 55C, Modern Dance Staging

Techniques 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides on-site exploration and application

of stage production skills (staging, lighting, make-up) for

modern dance repertory performance. Students will also

learn about the process of touring a production.

DANCE 57A, World Dance Performance 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

• Corequisite: Any Ballet, World, or Modern Dance

Course (Dance 21-36, 41-46).

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course offers performance experience in a world dance

company. World dance forms are learned, refined, and

presented in order to experience cultural identity, preser-

vation, and global citizenship. Students audition as danc-

ers and choreographers. Students rehearse and perform

styles of world dances which may include African, Mexican,

Asian, European, American, Jazz, Tap, Middle Eastern, and

Latin. Students work with faculty choreographers, as well

as professional guest choreographers. Students will partici-

pate in community outreach by performing in local schools,

campus wide activities, as well as American College Dance

Festival and other conferences. This performance class is

intended for dance majors. Recommended dance experi-

ence in Dance 15, 16 21-25, 27, 29, 33-36, 43-46.

DANCE 57B, Repertory World Dance 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

• Corequisite: Any Ballet, World, or Modern Dance

Course (Dance 21-36, 41-46).

This course offers students the opportunity to perform

different world dance styles in repertory in a community

outreach program. Dance majors perform works in new

and varied settings to a variety of audiences and encourage

and inform high school students who are potential college

dance majors. Recommended dance experience in Dance

15, 16, 21-25, 27, 29, 33-36, 43-46.

DANCE 57C, World Dance Staging Techniques 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students will learn stage production (staging, lighting,

scenery, make-up) for world dance performance. Students

technical and compositional skills. Dance 43 will embrace

increased range of motion, more complex phrases with

various musicality, and more in depth analysis of move-

ment and choreography. This course is intended for dance

majors.

DANCE 44, Contemporary Modern Dance 4 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 43 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is designed for students to continue to master

concepts and principles of intermediate modern dance

technique with an emphasis on the development of

improving technical ability. Dance 44 introduces compo-

sitional skills, diverse movement phrases with different

styles, changes of levels, and increased “air” skills with

multiple turns. This class is designed to prepare students

for stage performance experience. This class is intended for

dance majors.

DANCE 45, Contemporary Modern Dance 5 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 44 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is an intermediate-advanced modern dance

technique, continuation of dance 44. The ability to trans-

fer, invert and do phrases in retrograde, as well as use

dynamic physicality (high energy changes in levels and

dynamics) is explored. Repertory excerpts are also included

in this course. This class is designed to prepare students for

stage performance experience. This class is intended for

dance majors.

DANCE 46, Contemporary Modern Dance 6 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 45 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is designed for students at an advanced level of

contemporary modern dance technique. Emphasis is placed

on maintaining the advanced level of technique the dancer

has achieved. The ability to transfer, invert and do phrases

in retrograde, as well as use dynamic physicality (high ener-

gy changes in levels and dynamics) is explored. Original

and traditional repertory excerpts are also included in

this course. This class is designed to prepare students for

stage performance experience. Students majoring in dance

should prepare audition for transfer. This class is intended

for dance majors.

DANCE 55A, Dance Performance – Modern 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

• Corequisite: Any Ballet or Modern Dance Course

(Dance 31-36, 41-46).

The course offers performance experience and is orga-

nized as a modern dance company for concerts and

dance productions. Students participate as dancers and

choreographers. Students learn artistic expressions and

movement composition from professional faculty, guest

choreographers and student choreographers. Styles may

include traditional modern, postmodern fusion, contem-

porary ballet, contemporary jazz, hip-hop, performance art

and mixed media. Students develop new vocabulary and

creativity from related dance-theatre forms for personal

artistic expression. Students will participate in commu-

nity outreach by performing in local schools, campus wide

activities, as well as American College Dance Festival and

other conferences. This performance class is intended for

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DANCE 75, The Teaching of Dance for

Children 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course, the study of developmentally appropriate

creative movement experiences for children, gives students

methods to guide creativity in the pre-K and elementary

classroom and to develop dance lessons tied to specific

subject areas. Students gain knowledge of the movement

aspect of child development and how to use creative dance

to research and teach subject matter across the pre- K and

elementary curriculum. It covers the role of movement in

developing children’s physical, motor, emotional, and cog-

nitive skills, and includes workshops and field experience

in planning and implementing appropriate creative experi-

ences with young children.

Dance 75 and ECE 75 are the same course. Students may

receive credit for one but not both.

DANCE 79, Dance in New York City 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Audition Required.

This course provides a New York City study and lecture tour

of dance schools, dance resources, and dance performanc-

es. Students will be introduced to one of the dance capitals

of the world, attending backstage tours, company rehears-

als and performances, and libraries and resource centers.

They will also have the opportunity to attend dance classes,

university transfer sites, and related arts events. This course

covers information and experiences only available in New

York City and is a valuable learning component for the

career or university minded dance student.

DANCE 88A, Independent Studies in Dance 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

DANCE 88B, Independent Studies in Dance 2 units

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

DANCE 90A, Dance Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the stu-

dent with “real life” experience in a Dance environment.

Students will work with a local school to apply academic

dance principles.

DANCE 90B, Internship in Dance 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the stu-

dent with “real life” experience in a Dance environment.

Students will work with a local school to apply academic

dance principles.

will also learn about the process of touring with a produc-

tion.

DANCE 59A, Dance Performance – Ballet 3 units

Transfer: CSU, UC*

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

• Corequisite: Any Ballet Course (Dance 31-38).

*Maximum UC credit for Dance 55B and 59A is 4 units.

This course offers performance experience as a ballet dance

company. Students audition, rehearse, and perform ballet.

Students work with professional choreographers.

DANCE 60, Fundamentals of Choreography I 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores the process of using movement to

give outward expression of inner sensations and feelings.

It includes techniques of releasing tensions, developing,

imagery, improvisation, and discussion of aesthetic con-

cepts.

DANCE 61, Fundamentals of Choreography 2 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 60 or Equivalent Experience.

This course is a continuation of Dance 60, further develop-

ing creative process and authentic movement. Emphasis is

placed on the forming process, as well as developing and

refining movement material. Individual studies and group

improvisations are included.

DANCE 62, Fundamentals of Choreography 3 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 61 or Equivalent Experience.

A continuation of Dance 61, this course focuses on the

forming process and compositional craft. Solos, duets, and

trios are created using guided imagery and improvisation,

as well as experimental approaches. Students study design

concepts and dance forms. New dances are showcased at

the end of the term.

DANCE 63, Fundamentals of Choreography 4 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Dance 62 or Equivalent Experience.

A continuation of Dance 62, this course emphasizes cho-

reography for ensemble. Choreographers investigate the

interplay of spatial design, timing, and movement ele-

ments in creating a dance for a group. Sound score and

basic costume further support the intention of the finished

work showcased at the end of the semester.

DANCE 70, Dance Staging Technique 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop stage production

skills for dance performances. Students will learn how

to transfer a dance work from the rehearsal studios to a

professional stage, using the elements of staging, lighting,

scenery/props, and make-up for various styles of dance

productions. Students will also learn about the process of

touring with a production, site selection and fundamentals

of arts management.

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ECE 2, Principles and Practices of Teaching

Young Children 3 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: ECE 120.

• Skills Advisory: Psychology 11.

An examination of the underlying theoretical principles

of developmentally appropriate practices applied to pro-

grams, environments, emphasizing the key role of relation-

ships, constructive adult-child interactions, and teaching

strategies in supporting physical, social, creative and intel-

lectual development for all children. This course includes a

review of the historical roots of early childhood programs

and the evolution of the professional practices promoting

advocacy, ethics and professional identity.

ECE 4, Language and Literature for the

Young Child 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 2 and

Psychology 11.

This course provides a developmental framework for plan-

ning and implementing experiences that support and

extend children’s abilities to use language as a means of

communication, as a medium of creative expression and as

a tool in the development of logical thought. It introduces

techniques for assessing children’s language skills and for

developing a program to meet those needs through indi-

vidual interactions and group activities. The course reviews

the current research pertaining to language acquisition

and pre-reading skills development within a culturally sen-

sitive framework. Students will review children’s literature

and obtain practice in story selection, reading and storytell-

ing to young children.

ECE 5, Math and Science for the Young Child 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 2 and

Psychology 11.

This course applies child development principles to the

planning of science and mathematics experiences for

both typically and atypically developing young children.

Emphasis is placed on understanding how children develop

problem-solving skills, and on recognizing how teachers

can facilitate inquiry-discovery experiences for young chil-

dren with diverse learning styles and needs. Course work

includes participation in experiments and field experiences

in life sciences. Students are required to develop and pro-

vide developmentally and culturally appropriate activities

in science and mathematics activities for young children.

ECE 8, Creative Experiences – Art, Music and

Movement 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 2 and

Psychology 11.

This course applies child development principles to plan-

ning multicultural art, music, and movement experiences

for young children. It covers the role of art, music, and

movement in developing children’s physical-motor, social-

emotional, and cognitive skills, with emphasis on providing

conditions that encourage development of creativity and

aesthetic awareness. Class work includes workshops and

field experiences in planning and implementing appropri-

ate creative experiences with young children.

Dance History and

Appreciation

These courses are presented in a lecture format. These are

not movement classes. Please see Dance classes. Students

enrolled in Dance classes are required to purchase tickets

for and attend a performance of both Synapse (Nov 6 & 8)

and Global Motion (Nov 20 & 21) at the Broad Stage. For

more information see www.smc.edu/dance.

DANCE 2, Dance in American Culture 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course is a comparative and integrative study of world

dance styles of the United States. Included is the study of

Native American, European American, African American,

Chicano/Latin American, and Asian American dance styles

from their historical origins to the present. The study of

dance traditions from both the technical and cultural per-

spective is presented in relation to social, theatrical and

artistic dance. Observation and descriptive skills are learned

through films, live performances and lectures.

DANCE 5, Dance History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is a historical survey course which covers dance

as a religious expression, social form and a performing

art. Theatrical, social, and sacred ritual is investigated

in different historic periods and places, predominately

within Western civilization. Time periods covered include

Ancient Egypt, Classical Greek, Dark Ages, Middle Ages,

Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, Romantic, Neo-Classic, and

20th Century. Styles and schools of thought include bal-

let, modern dance, jazz and tap, and world dance forms.

Attendance of dance productions for which students must

purchase tickets is required.

DANCE 7, Music for Dance 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course focuses on the relationship between music and

dance. Students investigate and learn music fundamentals,

music and dance styles, improvisational and composi-

tional skills for today’s artistic world. Attendance at dance

productions for which students must purchase tickets is

required.

Early Childhood

Education

Students taking Early Childhood Education and Education

courses that include field work may be required to pay for

Live Scan fingerprint processing and/or a TB test.

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This course summarizes anthropological and psychological

theories, methods and data. These are used to show the

relationship between critical aspects of culture and the per-

sonality development of children, adolescents and adults.

Comparisons of child rearing in different societies illustrate

the role of myths, play, nutrition, education, and family in

socialization. Inter-culture contact is discussed in relation

to individuals and conflict in U.S. schools. Wherever pos-

sible, at least three cultures found within the California

school systems, including but not limited to, Asian, Native

American and Hispanic families are examined.

Early Childhood Education 18 is the same course as

Psychology 18. Students may receive credit for one, but

not both.

ECE 19, Teaching in a Diverse Society 3 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: ECE 230.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

Examination of the development of social identities in

diverse societies including theoretical and practical implica-

tions of oppression and privilege as they apply to young

children, families, programs, classrooms and teaching.

Students will recognize and contrast cultural and his-

torical perspectives of at least 3 American cultural groups

(Latino American, African American, Asian American,

Native American and European American) to promote

understanding, knowledge, and skills for educating chil-

dren in a pluralistic society. Various classroom strategies

will be explored emphasizing culturally and linguistically

appropriate anti-bias approaches supporting all children

in becoming competent members of a diverse society. The

course includes self-examination and reflection on issues

related to social identity, stereotypes and bias, social and

educational access, media and schooling.

ECE 20, High Scope Key Experience

Curriculum 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course outlines the foundational principles of the

High/Scope Preschool Curriculum which is an open-frame-

work model derived from Piagetian theory. This curriculum

views children as active learners who learn best from activi-

ties that they themselves plan, carry out, and reflect upon.

The children are encouraged to engage in a variety of key

experiences that help them to make choices, solve prob-

lems, and actively contribute to their own development.

ECE 21, Observation and Assessment 4 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: ECE 200.

• Prerequisite: Psychology 11, Early Childhood

Education 2 and 11, and one of the following: Early

Childhood Education 4, 5, 8, 17.

This course is a supervised field experience which focuses

on the appropriate use of assessment and observation

strategies to document development, growth, play and

learning to join with families and professionals in promot-

ing children’s success. Recording strategies, rating systems,

portfolios, and multiple assessment tools are explored.

Students will also be required to complete 17 days of super-

vised field experience in an early childhood setting (a mini-

ECE 9, Introduction to School-Age Child Care 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Psychology 11.

This course focuses on the dynamics of school-age chil-

dren participating in before and after school programs.

Developmentally appropriate activities for a diverse group

of children between the ages of five and twelve are covered

including homework and study skills. State regulations,

community resources, nutrition, behavior management,

program planning, environment and staff development

are covered within a culturally sensitive framework. The

importance of literacy is stressed throughout the course.

ECE 10, Developing Literacy 3 units

• Prerequisite: Psychology 11.

• Advisory: English 1.

Students are instructed in ways to better teach literacy

and literature to children. In addition to examining how

children learn and develop reading skills, students will be

taught literary structure, myth, archetypes, and semiotics

to help them better understand socialization, equity and

gender issues, identity, verbalization, vocabulary, and self-

expression in children. The course is specifically designed

for students who are or aspire to become preschool and/or

K-grade-7 educators, tutors, and counselors.

ECE 11, Child, Family and Community 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: CDEV 110.

IGETC Area 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course is an examination of the developing child in a

societal context focusing on the interrelationship of family,

school and community with an emphasis on historical and

socio-cultural factors. Studies of family systems in contem-

porary society as they impact children and their individual

heritage, diverse culture, ability and language will be

examined highlighting at least three major American cul-

tures (Latino American, African American, Asian American,

Native American, and European American). The processes

of socialization and identity development will be high-

lighted showing the importance of respectful, reciprocal

relationships that support and empower families.

ECE 17, Introduction to Curriculum 3 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: ECE 130.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course presents an overview of knowledge and skills

related to providing appropriate curriculum and environ-

ments for young children from birth to age 6. Students will

examine a teacher’s role in supporting development and

fostering the joy of learning role of play. An overview of

content areas will include but not limited to: Language and

literacy, social and emotional learning, sensory learning,

art, music and creativity, math and science.

ECE 18, Childhood: Culture and Personality 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4G (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

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emotional and dependant behaviors as well as proactive

intervention and prevention techniques will be presented.

ECE 32, Communicating with Families 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will enhance the capacity of early childhood

educators to communicate effectively with families about

development and developmental concerns. Topics covered

will include an overview of typical and atypical child devel-

opment, parenting and social challenges faced by families

of children with special needs, the importance of develop-

mental screening and effective communication strategies

for working with families. The ultimate goal of the course

is to enhance the relationships between parents and the

providers who serve them.

ECE 41, Administration 1: Programs in Early

Childhood Education 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 2, 11, 21, 22

and Psychology 11.

• Advisory: Experience as an early childhood teacher.

Introduction to the administration of early childhood

programs. Covers program types, budget, management,

regulations, laws, development and implementation of

policies and procedures. Examines administrative tools, phi-

losophies, and techniques needed to organize, open, and

operate an early care and education program. This course

meets the requirements of the State Department of Social

Services for directors of programs under their supervision.

ECE 43, Administration 2: Personnel and Leadership

in Early Childhood Education 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 41.

Effective strategies for personnel management and leader-

ship in early care and education settings. Includes legal and

ethical responsibilities, supervision techniques, professional

development, and reflective practices for a diverse and

inclusive early care and education program.

ECE 44, Introduction to Family Day Care 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers current licensing, insurance, and record

keeping requirements that affect the operation of fam-

ily child care homes. The family child care home’s unique

capacity to create parent/child understanding and a parent/

provider partnership will be explored. Students are intro-

duced to child development principles and age-appropriate

activities for both typical and atypical children suitable to

small groups and home environments. Emphasis is placed

upon community support systems for family childcare

homes, NAEYC accreditation of family childcare homes and

the use of the Reggio Emilia curriculum approach.

ECE 45, Introduction to Children with

Special Needs 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the variations in development of

individuals with special needs, with special emphasis of

children ages birth through eight and the resulting impact

on families. It includes an overview of historical and soci-

mum of 51 hours, 1 day equals 3 or more hours). Students

are required to have a current TB test and Current Livescan

completed at SMC OR a current California Commission on

Teacher Credentialing Certificate of Clearance OR current

CA Child Development Permit . Students must bring a copy

of their TB test and Livescan to class by the second class

meeting.

The hours of this course may be applied toward the

Experience Requirement of the Child Development Teacher

Permit.

ECE 22, Practicum in Early Childhood

Education 5 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: ECE 210.

• Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 21.

This course is a demonstration of developmentally appro-

priate early childhood teaching competencies under guided

supervision. Students will utilize practical classroom experi-

ences to make connections between theory and practice,

develop professional behaviors, and build a comprehensive

understanding of children and families. Child centered,

play-oriented approaches to teaching, learning, and assess-

ment; and knowledge of curriculum content areas will be

emphasized as student teachers design, implement and

evaluate experiences that promote positive development

and learning for all young children. A current TB test and

live scan will be required. Students will also be required

to complete 33 days in an early childhood setting. (1 day

equals 3 or more hours.)

ECE 23, Practicum in Early Intervention 5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 45 and 49.

In a fieldwork setting and under the supervision of an early

intervention specialist, students will gain practical experi-

ence in order to make connections between theory and

practice, develop professional behaviors, and build a com-

prehensive understanding of young children with special

needs and their families. Focus on evidence-based practices

in meeting the individualized needs of children in inclusive

and natural environments will be stressed. Students will

function in the role of an early intervention assistant in

professional partnership with an interdisciplinary interven-

tion team. Students will be required to complete 30 days

(total 90 hours, 1 day equals 3 or more hours) in an early

intervention program, early childhood special education

setting or an early childhood setting that includes young

children with special needs. Students must bring evidence

of a current SMC livescan form or California Commission on

Teacher Credentialing Certificate of Clearance or current

CA Child Development Permit and a TB test clearance on

the first day of class.

ECE 30, Children with Challenging Behaviors 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides an overview of the developmental,

environmental and cultural factors that impact the behav-

ior of children, including family stressors, temperament,

violence, attachment disorders, and special needs. Topics

include reasons for misbehavior, the importance of docu-

mented observation, and creating positive environments to

encourage appropriate behavior. Intervention techniques

for highly aggressive, antisocial, disruptive, destructive,

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tions in meeting the individualized needs of children in

inclusive and natural environments. Included is the role of

the culturally competent teacher in professional partner-

ship with families and collaboration with interdisciplinary

teams.

ECE 50A, Parent Skills Development 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

An introductory course in parenting skills based on princi-

ples of child development, with a focus on active listening,

problem solving, developmentally appropriate expecta-

tions and discipline techniques. Course will include assess-

ment of parenting programs, strategies and techniques.

The course will highlight components for creating a nurtur-

ing home environment through the life cycle. This course

offers up-to-date information on human development,

mental health, and social health as it relates to parenting.

ECE 51, The Reggio Approach 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

In cooperation with the State Commission of Teacher

Credentialing, this course will focus on the theories,

research, and practical application of the Reggio Emilia

Approach as applicable to early childhood education in

the U.S. The key concepts of collaboration between par-

ents, teachers and children; observation of how children

construct theories; documentation and reflection of the

learning process; the expanded role of the teacher as a

co-constructor of knowledge, and the examination of the

impact of the environment in facilitating children’s learn-

ing will be studied.

ECE 54, Documentation:

Making Learning Visible 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly ECE 52.

This course highlights documentation as a process focus-

ing on children’s experiences, thoughts and ideas during

the course of their investigations, experiences, play, and

relationship building. Documentation sharpens and focuses

teacher’s own awareness of their role in further support-

ing children’s experiences and development. Pedagogical

documentation is about the ongoing process of reflection

and being intentional. Students will be introduced to the

forms, tools, and uses of documentation as well as the ele-

ments by which effective documentation can make learn-

ing visible to children, parents and teachers.

ECE 55, Environment As The Third Teacher 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly ECE 53.

This course highlights the elements that can stimulate,

sustain, enhance, or detract from living and learning in an

early childhood classroom or outdoor space. This course

includes principles of architecture and design based on

the elements of Rating Observation Scale for Inspiring

Environments tool. The elements of the environment as

they support relationships, engage senses, help create con-

nections, promote literacy, and numeracy support problem

solving, and provide intellectual and physical challenges,

will be explored. In addition environments will be evalu-

etal influences, laws relating to children with special needs,

and the identification and referral process. The course cov-

ers various categories of disability, including learning and

physical disabilities, autism, mental retardation, behavioral

disorders, communication disorders, visual and hearing

impairments, attention deficit disorders and giftedness.

ECE 46, Infant and Toddler Development 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Psychology 11.

This course provides an in depth analysis of the physical,

social, emotional and cognitive development of infants

and toddlers in the context of family. Further, it explores

the crucial role that parents and family play in the day to

day experiences that promote this primary relationship in

a child’s life. Content covered will include assessment mea-

sures and direct observations of infants and toddlers which

assist teachers and parents in the early identification of

children with special needs including making appropriate

referrals and providing culturally consistent care.

ECE 47, Developing Family Childcare 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to assist with planning and imple-

menting a family child care business serving children from

birth to school-age. Aspects of family childcare from both

a care giving and business perspective will be addressed.

Topics covered include environment, guidance, curriculum,

legal implications, governing regulations, and business

requirements. Another focus will be the development of

a culturally sensitive and inclusive child-centered program.

Effective communication methods between parents and

providers as well as the connection of developmental

theory to practice will be emphasized.

ECE 48, Adult Supervision and Mentoring in

Early Education 3 units

• Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 2.

• Advisory: Early Childhood Education 21.

Completing this course is one of the steps required to

become a California Mentor Teacher. It does not guarantee

automatic selection as a California Mentor Teacher.

Methods and principles of supervising student teachers,

volunteers, staff, and other adults in early care and edu-

cation settings. Emphasis is on reflective practice and the

roles and development of early childhood professionals

as mentors and leaders. California Commission on Teacher

Credentialing requires this course for Master Teacher, Site

Supervisor and Program Director Permits Option One.

California ECE Mentor Teacher program requires this

course in order to apply to the Mentor program. As a com-

ponent of course work, this class requires 4 hours of time

to complete an infant/toddler or preschool live observation

using a standard assessment tool and creation of a plan for

mentoring.

ECE 49, Curriculum and Strategies for

Children with Special Needs 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers curriculum and intervention strategies

for working with children with special needs in partnership

with their families. Focus is on the use of observation and

assessment, accommodations, and curriculum modifica-

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ECE 75, The Teaching of Dance for Children 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course, the study of developmentally appropriate

creative movement experiences for children, gives students

methods to guide creativity in the pre-K and elementary

classroom and to develop dance lessons tied to specific

subject areas. Students gain knowledge of the movement

aspect of child development and how to use creative dance

to research and teach subject matter across the pre- K and

elementary curriculum. It covers the role of movement in

developing children’s physical, motor, emotional, and cog-

nitive skills, and includes workshops and field experience

in planning and implementing appropriate creative experi-

ences with young children.

ECE 75 and Dance 75 are the same course. Students may

receive credit for one but not both.

ECE 88A, Independent Studies in Early Childhood

Education 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

ECE 88B, Independent Studies in Early Childhood

Education 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Economics

Some of the courses listed in this section are accompanied

by Supplemental Instruction. Supplemental Instruction (SI)

is an academic assistance program that utilizes free peer-

assisted weekly study sessions to help students learn the

most difficult course content. For more information, please

see the SI website at www.smc.edu/si.

ECON 1, Principles of Microeconomics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: ECON 201.

IGETC AREA 4B (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: MATH 31 or MATH 49.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces students to the supply and demand

model, the concept of elasticity, productivity and cost struc-

tures. Within the Supply and Demand framework, the class

studies the impact of government intervention on markets.

The class evaluates alternative market structures in terms of

prices, efficiency, and the role of the government.

ECON 2, Principles of Macroeconomics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: ECON 202.

IGETC AREA 4B (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: MATH 31 or MATH 49.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces students to measurement of eco-

nomic aggregates, economic models, and economic policy.

Measures of economic aggregates include: GDP, the unem-

ployment rate, the GDP Deflator, and the Consumer Price

Index. The Great Depression is used as an introduction to

macroeconomic policy. The course covers the tools of fis-

cal and monetary policy and their impact on aggregate

ated for elements including osmosis, sensory integration,

flexibility, transparency, and narration.

ECE 61, Teacher/Child Interactions 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

The early childhood years are critical for children to gain

knowledge and skills that provide the foundation for later

learning. Young children learn through the interactions

they have with their teachers. This course is intended to

increase students’ knowledge about the vital role that

teacher-child interactions play in learning and skill acqui-

sition. Because language and early literacy skills are the

gatekeepers for later school success, this course will also

provide students with the knowledge they need to effec-

tively implement language and literacy curricula through

meaningful and intentional teacher-child interactions.

ECE 64, Health, Safety and Nutrition for Young

Children 3 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: ECE 220.

• Prerequisite: None.

Introduction to the laws, regulations, standards, policies

and procedures and early childhood curriculum related

to child health safety and nutrition. The key components

that ensure physical health, mental health and safety for

both children and staff will be identified along with the

importance of collaboration with families and health pro-

fessionals. Focus on integrating the concepts into everyday

planning and program development for all children.

ECE 70, The Hanen Language Program 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course teaches the methods of the Hanen Centre’s

“Learning Language and Loving It” research based pro-

gram designed to facilitate language acquisition skills in

young children. It provides students with a step-by-step

approach to promoting children’s social, language and lit-

eracy development within everyday activities in early child-

hood settings. Students will learn how to create enriched

interactive language-learning environments that include

children with special needs, second language learners and

those who are typically developing. This class requires stu-

dents to have ongoing access to young children (any age

from birth to 8) in a family child care or early childhood

education program. Students will need access to a digital

video camera in order to document their interactions with

young children.

ECE 71, Infants and Toddler

Education and Care 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course applies current theory and research to the care

and education of infants and toddlers in group settings.

It examines essential policies, principles and practices that

lead to quality care and developmentally appropriate cur-

riculum for children birth to 36 months. It will include basic

principles of care giving, arrangement and equipping the

environment; working with other staff, parents and the

community; identifying children with special needs and

making appropriate referrals, and providing culturally

consistent care.

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ECON 88B, Independent Studies in Economics 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

ECON 90A, Internship in Economics 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a public or private organiza-

tion concerned with issues relating to areas in the social

sciences. Students will work with the organization, agency,

business, or institution (public or non-profit) to develop

their understanding of and ability to apply the principles

of economics.

ECON 90B, Internship in Economics 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a public or private organiza-

tion concerned with issues relating to areas in the social

sciences. Students will work with the organization, agency,

business, or institution (public or non-profit) to develop

their understanding of and ability to apply the principles

of economics.

Education

Students taking Early Childhood Education and Education

courses that include field work may be required to pay for

Live Scan fingerprint processing and/or a TB test.

There is a limitation of 6 units in Education that are trans-

ferable to the CSU. Please note, EDUC 1 and EDUC 2 are

the courses recommended to students who wish to become

teachers.

EDUC 1, Career Choices in Education 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

The course provides an introductory overview of the

Early Childhood through 12th grade teaching profession.

It will explore the philosophy, history and sociology of

the American educational system with an emphasis on

elements unique to the state of California. In addition,

qualities of effective educators, elements and purposes

of a professional portfolio, and critical issues in diverse

contemporary classrooms will be addressed. Students will

record school site observations that will be archived to a

professional e-portfolio. Portfolio training will be provided

within the course.

Students will perform up to 20 hours of field work in a

school classroom.

demand, prices, income and interest rates. Additionally, the

course introduces students to following models: Classical,

Keynesian, Monetarist, and Supply Side with their corre-

sponding policy implications and recommendations.

ECON 5, International Political Economy:

Introduction to Global Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Science)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course offers an interdisciplinary introduction to

the fields of Global Studies and International Political

Economy. Students will analyze critically the role of nation-

al governments, international organizations, nongovern-

mental organizations, and multinational corporations, in

regard to phenomena such as, international markets and

production regimes, monetary and trade policy, interna-

tional and global conflict, and environmental degrada-

tion. Contending theoretical and ideological perspectives

regarding international systems, processes, and trends will

be applied and evaluated.

Economics 5 is the same course as Political Science 5 and

Global Studies 5. Students may earn credit for one, but not

both.

ECON 6, Contemporary Economic Problems 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course stresses the application of economic theory to

important current problems with special emphasis on the

role of government and public policy in their resolution.

Problems emphasized may include resource management,

the environment, government expenditures, public pro-

grams, issues of growth and development, and various mar-

ket irrationalities. This problem-oriented course allows for

a detailed examination of significant 21st century domestic

and global economic problems and provides students with

the opportunity for extensive supervised research.

ECON 15, Economic History of the U.S. 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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

(Humanities)

+ satisfies CSU U.S. History graduation requirement

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course offers a chronological study of American eco-

nomic history by major areas including agriculture, indus-

trial development, money, banking, and transportation.

The roles of business, labor, and government are given a

particular emphasis.

Economics 15 is the same course as History 15. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

ECON 88A, Independent Studies in Economics 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

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EDUC 2, The Early Childhood through 12th Grade

Teaching Experience 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This course builds upon the foundation of Education

1. Students will gain actual tutoring experience with K

through 12th graders and document observations of their

experiences. Special attention to teaching strategies, obser-

vation techniques, and engaging children with diverse

learning styles and needs will be emphasized. Examination

of personal suitability for the teaching profession, prepa-

ration for state teacher exams and transfer to four year

institutions to complete teaching credentialing will be

discussed. The professional E-portfolio training will be con-

tinued from Education 1.

T.B. Test and fingerprint clearance required for class partici-

pation (fingerprint fee TBA).

EDUC 20, Exceptional Children in School 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This introductory special education course provides an

overview of skills necessary for paraeducators to support

students with special needs. Based on the Professional

Standards outlined by the Council of Exceptional Children

for beginning special education paraeducators, students

will develop competencies required for employment in the

K-12 school system. Topics will include the Individualized

Educational Program (IEP) process (legislation and imple-

mentation), instructional content and practices, curriculum

modifications and accommodations, supporting the teach-

ing and learning environment, managing student behav-

ior and social interactions, and developing collaborative

partnerships. Class content will be adapted to the needs of

participants.

EDUC 24, Paraeducator Fieldwork Experience 5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Education 20.

This course provides students with 90 hours of fieldwork

experience working with students who have diverse learn-

ing needs and are served in a variety of educational set-

tings. The class integrates theoretical models to real-life sit-

uations and affords students opportunities for supervised

practice as a paraeducator in a K-12 classroom or special

education setting. Fieldwork experiences focus on develop-

ing students’ observation, collaborative, and teaching skills

from a culturally and individually sensitive framework.

Energy Efficiency

Energy 1, Energy 2, and Energy 3 are part of a Certificate

program within the Sustainable Technologies Program.

Students interested in a degree or certificate in Recycling

and Resource Management must attend the manda-

tory orientation on Monday, August 15, 2016 from

4:00-6:00pm in Bus 111. For more information email:

[email protected], www.smc.edu/STP

ENERGY 1, Introduction to Energy Efficiency 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will present basic energy concepts, lighting fun-

damentals and identification of opportunities for efficiency

changes in buildings. Topics include scientific principles of

energy, light and heat, energy codes and standards, meter-

ing and monitoring. Students will examine the economic,

regulatory, and infrastructure issues affecting implementa-

tion of energy efficiency measures as well as their potential

for solving energy and environmental problems.

ENERGY 2, Residential Building Science 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will develop an intermediate level of under-

standing of energy efficiency concepts especially as they

apply to reductions in residential energy consumption and

the practice of Building Performance Analysis. This course

will cover energy and power concepts, rate options, load

profile understanding, an introduction to smart grid tech-

nology, deeper understanding of the principles of heat,

air, and moisture movement in residential homes. Students

will be introduced to the operation of energy audit equip-

ment such as the blower door test, the duct blaster, and

the combustion analyzer. Student will learn to identify CAZ

zones (combustion air zones) and to structure the place-

ment of the blower door and duct blaster and develop

the procedure for measuring air leakage rates of a typical

residential home.

ENERGY 3, Commercial Building Science 4 units

• Skills Advisory: Energy Efficiency 1 and 2.

This course examines energy efficiency concepts as they

apply to reductions in energy consumption for commercial

buildings. Assessment of building performance related

to design, construction, and operation will be analyzed.

Students will examine various gas and electric rate options,

HVAC systems and types of high-intensity lighting. Load

profiles, calculating return on investment, and life-cycle

cost of commercial building energy retrofit measures are

explored.

Engineering

ENGR 1, Introduction to Engineering 3 units

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores the branches of engineering, the func-

tions of an engineer, and the industries in which engineers

work. This course will also explain the engineering educa-

tion pathways and explore effective strategies for students

to reach their full academic potential. This course presents

an introduction to the methods and tools of engineering

problem solving and design, including the interface of the

engineer with society and engineering ethics. Students will

also develop communication skills pertinent to the engi-

neering profession.

ENGR 11, Engineering Graphics and Design 3 units

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• Prerequisite: Math 2.

This course covers the principles of engineering drawings

to visually communicate engineering designs. The course

also serves as an introduction to computer-aided design

(CAD). Topics include the development of visualization

skills, orthographic projections, dimensioning and toler-

ancing practices, and an introduction to the engineering

design process. Sketching, engineering drawings, and 3D

CAD solid modeling skills are developed. The use of CAD

software is an integral part of the course.

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ENGL 1, Reading and Composition 1 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 1A (English Composition)

• Prerequisite: English 21B or 22, ESL 21B or Group A

on the Placement Test.

This introductory course in rhetoric emphasizes clear,

effective written communication and preparation of the

research paper.

ENGL 31, Advanced Composition 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This advanced writing course is intended especially for

English majors and other students desiring to develop rhe-

torical skills beyond those practiced in English 1. It stresses

critical analysis and argument, and focuses on style in effec-

tively communicating with various audiences.

ENGL 48, Speed Reading and College

Vocabulary 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is designed for college-level readers who wish

to develop reading versatility, effectiveness and efficiency

in reading and studying. It includes rapid reading applied

to general materials, skimming, study-reading of college

texts, an introduction to critical reading, and general

vocabulary building.

ENGL 70, Technical Communication 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course introduces students to the fundamental prin-

ciples of technical communication, the process of creating,

designing, and transmitting technical information to help

people use it effectively. The course examines the essential

rhetorical structure of scientific and professional texts.

Using some of the latest technology, students will prepare

specific types of documents commonly used in the aca-

demic and professional worlds, especially in the sciences,

high technology, and environmental studies.

ENGL 90A, Internship in English 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience. Students will work with a local

company to apply academic English principles.

ENGL 90B, Internship in English 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience. Students will work with a local

company to apply academic English principles.

ENGR 12, Statics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Physics 21 and Math 7.

This course covers basic principles of static equilibrium in

two and three dimensions utilizing vector analysis and

Newton’s laws. Various structures are considered which

include trusses, frames, machines, and beams.

ENGR 16, Dynamics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Engineering 12.

This course addresses the kinematics and dynamics of

particles and rigid bodies in two and three dimensions.

Topics considered include universal gravitation, conserva-

tion laws, work-energy and impulse-momentum relations,

and mechanical vibration.

ENGR 21, Circuit Analysis 3 units

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• Prerequisite: Physics 22; Prerequisite/Corequisite:

Math 15 (Math 15 can be taken concurrently with

Engineering 21).

This course serves as an introduction to the analysis of

electrical circuits through the use of analytical techniques

based on the application of circuit laws and network theo-

rems. The course covers DC and AC circuits containing resis-

tors, capacitors, inductors, dependent sources, operational

amplifiers, and/or switches. The analysis of these circuits

include natural and forced responses of first and second

order RLC circuits, the use of phasors, AC power calcula-

tions, power transfer, and energy concepts.

ENGR 22, Circuit Analysis Lab 1 unit

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• Prerequisite/Corequisite: Engineering 21.

This course serves as an introduction to the construction,

measurement, and design of elementary electrical circuits

and basic operational amplifier circuits. Students gain

familiarity with the basic use of electrical test and measure-

ment instruments, including multimeters, oscilloscopes,

power supplies, and function generators. Using principles

of circuit analysis for DC, transient, and sinusoidal steady-

state (AC) conditions, students develop data interpretation

skills by using circuit simulation software and by direct

measurements of circuits. Practical considerations such as

component value tolerance and non-ideal aspects of labo-

ratory instruments are also introduced.

English Composition –

Group A

Courses below open to students in English Placement

Group A. Assessment is required to determine class place-

ment. See www.smc.edu/assessment.

Some of the courses listed in this section are accompanied

by Supplemental Instruction. Supplemental Instruction (SI)

is an academic assistance program that utilizes free peer-

assisted weekly study sessions to help students learn the

most difficult course content. For more information, please

see the SI website at www.smc.edu/si.

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This course is the second semester of a two-semester

course, English 21AB. It continues the study of composition,

the fundamentals of English grammar and usage, and anal-

ysis of readings. Students will explore research techniques,

as they write essays with multiple sources.

English 21B and 22: maximum of 3 units applied toward

the SMC Associate degree.

ENGL 22, Writing Laboratory 3 units

• Prerequisite: English 21A or English 20.

This course provides extensive practice in composition,

from pre-writing activities through rough drafts to final

drafts, from single paragraphs to themes of several pages.

Review of the fundamentals is assigned where needed.

English 21B and 22: maximum of 3 units applied toward

the SMC Associate degree.

ENGL 23, Intermediate Reading and

Vocabulary 3 units

• Prerequisite: Group B on the Placement Test.

This course is an intermediate course designed to improve

the reading skills necessary for college success and is

strongly recommended for all students who score at the

B level on the English Assessment Test. It concentrates on

techniques of comprehension, such as finding the main

idea, recognizing details and patterns of organization, as

well as inference and critical reading skills. It also focuses

on vocabulary development, study reading techniques and

reading rate and flexibility.

ENGL 24, Grammar Review 3 units

• Prerequisite: Group A or B on the Placement Test.

This course is an intensive review of the principles of gram-

mar for students who want to increase their understanding

of the fundamentals of English. The course is open to all

students at the A or B level. Students may wish to take the

course prior to or concurrently with an English composition

or a Business English course.

English Skills – Group C

Courses below are open to English Placement Group C stu-

dents. Assessment is required to determine class placement.

See www.smc.edu/assessment. Course credit for Group C

courses may not be applied towards the A.A. Degree.

ENGL 80, Reading Laboratory 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for students with below-average

reading skills. The course provides a comprehensive labora-

tory approach to developmental reading. It is addressed

primarily to students who need long-term individualized

work in reading. Following assessment, an educational

plan and learning objectives will be designed for each

student. Emphasis will be placed on word attack skills and

comprehension. English 80 is offered Pass/No Pass.

ENGL 81A, Paragraphs to Essays 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

• Corequisite: English 83A or English 80.

The principal objective of this course is to improve students’

prewriting and writing skills. These skills involve sentence

structure as well as the organized combination of sen-

tences into paragraphs and basic essays. The class features

ENGL 300, Advanced Writing and Critical Thinking

in the Disciplines 3 units

• Prerequisite: English 2 and admission to the SMC

baccalaureate program.

This course is open only to students who have been admit-

ted to SMC’s Bachelor of Science program in Interaction

Design. See www.smcixd.org for more information.

Transferability of this course will be determined on a case-

by-case basis by the transfer institution.

Written and oral communications vary greatly between

disciplines and fields. Building on the critical thinking and

writing skills developed at the lower division level, this

course further prepares students in the application of logi-

cal reasoning, analysis, and strategies of argumentation in

both written and oral communication of content specific

information. Students examine scholarly and professional

readings and apply theoretical perspectives in a variety of

modalities (genres and media) in a way that is targeted to

specific audiences. Through critical analysis and review of

appropriate literature, as well as complex writing assign-

ments, students develop writing as a core aspect of aca-

demic and professional practice.

English Fundamentals –

Group B

Courses below open to students in English Assessment

Groups A and B. Assessment is required to determine class

placement. See www.smc.edu/assessment.

Some of the courses listed in this section are accompanied

by Supplemental Instruction. Supplemental Instruction (SI)

is an academic assistance program that utilizes free peer-

assisted weekly study sessions to help students learn the

most difficult course content. For more information, please

see the SI website at www.smc.edu/si.

ENGL 20, Reading and Writing 2 5 units

• Prerequisite: English 85 OR English 81A and 83A.

This course is designed to help students improve intermedi-

ate reading and writing skills necessary for college success.

Students will increase their reading comprehension and

vocabulary; they will build their understanding of patterns

of organization used in academic writing, as well as their

inferential reading techniques. Through the integrated

study of reading and writing, students will develop an effi-

cient writing process appropriate to audience and purpose.

The course requires classroom work, weekly reading /writ-

ing lab work, and homework. In English 20, students will

also review grammar and usage and develop skill in writing

in-class, timed essays.

ENGL 21A, English Fundamentals 1 3 units

• Prerequisite: Group B on the Placement Test.

This course is the first semester of a two-semester course,

English 21A/B. It consists of instruction in composition and

the comprehension and analysis of readings, focusing on

rhetorical strategies appropriate to audience and purposes

in academic disciplines and the workplace. It also consists

of a review of English grammar and usage.

ENGL 21B, English Fundamentals 2 3 units

• Prerequisite: English 21A or ESL 21A or English 20.

Course Descriptions

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ENGLISH COURSE SEQUENCE

Reading and Vocabulary III

(3 units)

ENGLISH 84R

Reading Laboratory

(3 units)

ENGLISH 80

The Basic College Essay

(3 units)

ENGLISH 84W

Reading and Writing 1

(5 units)

ENGLISH 85

Intermediate Reading and

Vocabulary (3 units)

ENGLISH 23

Writing Laboratory

(3 units)

Prerequisite: ENGL 21A or 20

ENGLISH 22

Reading and

Composition 1 (3 units)

Prerequisite: ENGL 22

ENGLISH 1

Composition, Grammar,

and Editing

Grammar Review

(3 units)

ENGLISH 24

Optional Support Courses

Support courses below are recommended but

not required. They can be taken in any order or

concurrently with core courses within the same

group.

Reading and Vocabulary

Composition, Grammar,

and Editing

Reading and Vocabulary

Speed Reading and College

Vocabulary (3 units)

ENGLISH 48

Any Support Course

from Group B

Reading and Vocabulary Composition, Grammar,

& Editing

*ENGL 23 is recommended

for students taking English

21A. ENGL 21A & ENGL 23

may be taken simultaneously.

GROUP A

GROUP B

GROUP C

Core Courses

English Fundamentals 2

(3 units)

ENGLISH 21B

Reading and Writing 2

(5 units)

ENGLISH 20

English Fundamentals 1

(3 units)

ENGLISH 21A

7-16

English Course Sequence

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skills in the prewriting and writing process. The integration

of reading and writing enables students to apply what

they have read to the writing process, starting with the

paragraph and expanding to the basic essay. The course

requires classroom work, lab work and homework. English

85 is offered as a credit/ no credit class.

English Literature

ENGL 2, Critical Analysis and Intermediate

Composition 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: ENGL 105.

IGETC AREA 1B (English Composition- Critical Thinking) or

3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course helps students to develop their critical thinking

and writing skills beyond the level achieved in Reading and

Composition 1. The course emphasizes the application of

logical reasoning, analysis, and strategies of argumenta-

tion in critical thinking and writing, using literature (both

fiction and non-fiction) and literary criticism as subject

matter.

ENGL 3, World Literature 1 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course is a study of some of the masterpieces of world

literature from Homer to Cervantes.

ENGL 4, World Literature 2 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

The course explores significant works of fiction, poetry, and

drama from the Enlightenment to the present. In addition,

the course examines the social, intellectual, and historical

foundations that have shaped the literature of this period.

ENGL 5, English Literature 1 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

• Advisory: English 2.

This course traces the historical development of English

literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the end of

the Neo-Classical Period in 1798.

ENGL 6, English Literature 2 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

A continuation of English 5, this course covers English lit-

erature from the Romantic Age to the 20th Century.

ENGL 7, American Literature 1 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course surveys American literature from its beginnings

to the Civil War.

a scheduled group lab of two hours per week. Other areas

covered include parts of speech, parts of the sentence, sen-

tence patterns, basic sentence errors, and expansion of the

paragraph to the basic essay.

ENGL 81B, The Basic Essay – Plus 3 units

• Prerequisite: English 81A.

• Corequisite: English 83B.

English 81B reinforces and continues the writing effort

begun in English 81A. In class and lab formats, 81B stresses

the skills necessary to write basic three paragraph essays

and short summaries. Sentence skills are reviewed and

expanded.

ENGL 83A, Reading and Vocabulary I 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

• Corequisite: English 81A.

This course is designed to improve the basic reading skills

necessary for college success. It is to develop reading com-

prehension by stressing comprehension, listening, word-

attack skills, and patterns of organization. It also helps the

student discover techniques for life-long vocabulary expan-

sion with emphasis on a more skillful use of sentence clues.

Students also learn study and test-taking skills. The course

requires classroom work, lab work, and homework.

ENGL 83B, Reading and Vocabulary II 3 units

• Prerequisite: English 83A.

• Corequisite: English 81B.

This course is for students who have earned credit in

English 83A, but who need further development in vocabu-

lary and comprehension skills, especially using context

clues, drawing inferences, and distinguishing between fact

and opinion. In addition, students focus on monitoring

their reading, strengthening time management based on

the evaluation of their performance in English 83A, and

improving study-reading techniques, such as mapping.

ENGL 84R, Reading and Vocabulary III 3 units

• Prerequisite: English 83B.

• Corequisite: English 84W.

English 84R is for students who have earned credit for

English 83A but who need further development in reading

comprehension, rate and vocabulary. English 84R serves as

a bridge to English 23. The course focuses on (1) analytical

skills (how to find the main idea and patterns of organiza-

tion); (2) inferential skills; (3) critical reading (telling fact

from opinion, evaluating writer’s message and purpose);

(4) textbook reading (reading graphic aids, underlining,

outlining, mapping, and summarizing).

ENGL 84W, The Basic College Essay 3 units

• Prerequisite: Credit in English 81B or English 85.

English 84W focuses upon the basic college essay and the

prewriting techniques useful in its creation. Varieties of

essays are studied as well as those sentence skills that aim

to locate and correct major sentence errors. This class fea-

tures a scheduled group lab of one hour per week.

ENGL 85, Reading and Writing 1 5 units

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to improve basic reading and

writing skills necessary for college success. Students will

develop reading comprehension, vocabulary, patterns of

organization, and inferential techniques, and employ these

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• Prerequisite: English 1.

In this course, students read and analyze seven or eight of

Shakespeare’s most popular plays, as well as study his life,

times, and theatre.

ENGL 17, Contemporary British Literature 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course introduces the students to the variety and

wealth of British literature since 1945. The course will focus

on novels, short stories, plays, and poetry from among

such authors as Angela Carter, Salman Rushdie, Seamus

Heaney, and Jeanette Winterson. The course will cover

topics such as gender, race, sexuality, and class as well as

explore changes in style, genre, and literary experimenta-

tion. Discussion of relevant British music, films, fashion, and

art will also be introduced.

ENGL 18, Children’s Literature 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course involves a critical analysis of storytelling for

children with an eye on picture books, fairytales and myths,

novels, and nonfiction books. Additionally, students will

get a sense of what is required to create new stories for

children and the value of children’s books to child psychol-

ogy and development.

ENGL 26, Introduction to the Humanities 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

In this introduction to the humanities students will survey

literature in conjunction with great works of art through

the ages (painting, sculpture, music, architecture, dance)

exploring how, at widely separated points in time, artists

and writers have expressed and responded to cultural,

political, and intellectual concerns of their day. In doing so,

they will see literature in the context of other art forms.

English 26 is the same course as Humanities 26. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

ENGL 32, History and Literature of Contemporary

Africa 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly same course as History 30.

This course examines the works of African writers of the

essay, the novel and shorter fiction, drama and poetry,

with emphasis on the interpersonal, cultural, and political

tensions of modern and post-modern Africa as expressed in

its literature and history. It explores the universality of this

literature while at the same time recognizing its sources in

the conflicts of modern history and society.

ENGL 34, Afro-American Literature 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course explores the works of African American writers

of the essay, the novel and shorter fiction, drama and poet-

ry, with emphasis on the particular nature of the American

experience that they reveal.

ENGL 8, American Literature 2 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course covers the period from the Civil War to World

War II. This is a survey course in American literature,

designed to introduce the students to a variety of the nov-

els, short stories, and poems that make up the best of that

literature.

ENGL 9, Literature of California 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Arts and Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course provides a survey of the literary works of

California, exploring prominent themes and motifs

expressed by native and immigrant groups from the time

of the Spanish conquest to the 1980s. It defines California

literature and its influences on the American literary

canon. Students will study and compare issues related to

identity and geography, assimilation, family, class, and

gender as they are reflected in the works by writers from

at least four ethnic groups in the state, including but not

limited to indigenous peoples, Chicanos/Latinos, European

Americans, Asian Americans, and African Americans.

ENGL 10, Ethnic Literature of the U.S. 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

• Advisory: English 2.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course compares and contrasts the literature writ-

ten by and about United States ethnic groups, primarily

Native Americans, Asian Americans, African Americans, and

Latino/Latina Americans, as well as European and Jewish

Americans. Students will examine how writers from each

of these groups contribute to the creation of cultural iden-

tity and spheres of influence: social, political, intellectual,

and historical; and how they language a sense of place.

Students will come to understand the significant influ-

ence of these writers on the development of an American

literature.

ENGL 14, Contemporary American Literature 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course surveys contemporary American literature since

World War II, with special emphasis on the novel. The

selected texts include some of the essential and recurring

themes in the history of American literature reflecting a

diverse and evolving landscape of gender, ethnic and race

relationships. The course content also aims to closely exam-

ine current literary criticism and cultural studies in order

to familiarize students with different approaches to the

interpretation of texts.

ENGL 15, Shakespeare 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

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ENGL 38, Literature of the Absurd 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course is an examination of the novel, short fiction,

and drama which may be categorized as “absurd.” These

writings portray humans as bewildered beings in an incom-

prehensible or meaningless universe.

ENGL 39, Images of Women in Literature 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course analyzes the images of women presented in fic-

tion, poetry and drama in various historical periods. Special

attention is given to the way women writers transform

women’s psychological, sociological and political experi-

ence into literature, but course readings may also include

male writers.

ENGL 40, Asian Literature 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

Major works of Asian literature will provide a window

to the rich cultures of a fascinating part of the world.

Students will study literature of at least four Asian coun-

tries. The course is designed to introduce students to the

important values of the society, the major beliefs and tra-

ditions of the culture, and prominent motifs of the arts of

these countries.

ENGL 41, Introduction to Asian American

Literature 3 units

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course will study the major literary works of Asian

American writers who form the rich mosaic of contempo-

rary American culture. Students will be introduced to the

literature of at least four Asian American communities

each semester. The course will explore the complex nature

of the Asian American experience and locate the literature

of these communities in the broader context of contempo-

rary American literature.

ENGL 45, Asian Film, Literature, and Society 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This introductory course will study contemporary Asian

literature and film as reflections of the cultural values and

important social and political movements in some Asian

countries. Students will study selected films and literature

from at least three Asian countries each semester in order

to highlight and explore the relationship between images

and words, between the verbal text and the visual text.

ENGL 49, Asian Mythology, 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course studies the major characters and tales from the

mythologies of several Asian societies. A sort of ur-knowl-

edge or ur-science, mythology in Asian societies is both

an attempt to understand the nature of the cosmos and a

human being’s place in it as well as a means of organizing

relationships among people to form a cohesive, function-

ing society. The course takes a thematic approach to myths

and legends from a variety of sources, especially literature

and the visual arts, to examine humanity’s attempt to

explain the unknown and the meaning of life: the begin-

ning of the world, creation of living creatures, explanation

of natural phenomena, relationships between gods and

mortals, deeds of super heroes, duties of an individual in a

society, death, and afterlife. The resonance of these mytho-

logical motifs and characters in modern Asian cultures will

also be studied.

ENGL 50, Mythology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course studies the major characters and tales from

Greek and Roman mythology. It takes a thematic approach

to myths and legends from a variety of sources, examining

humanity’s attempt to explain the unknown: the begin-

ning of the world, creation of living creatures, explanation

of natural phenomena, relationships between gods and

mortals, deeds of super heroes, testing, death, and after-

life. The emphasis is primarily on Western culture—Greek

and Roman myths which have influenced literature and

allied arts from earliest time.

ENGL 51, Literature of the Bible:

Old Testament 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course provides an analytical and critical study of the

Old Testament of the Bible, focusing on its component

genres and literary qualities. Attention is given to how

Biblical literature has been and can be interpreted, studied,

and used. Representative types of Biblical literature are

examined.

English 51 is the same course as Religious Studies 51.

Students may receive credit for one, but not both.

ENGL 52, Literature of the Bible:

New Testament 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course introduces the students to the variety and

wealth of literature contained in the New Testament.

Attention is given to the ways in which Biblical literature

has been and can be interpreted, studied, and used. The

various types of literature in the Bible are set forth and

representative pages of each of these types are presented

and examined.

English 52 is the same course as Religious Studies 52.

Students may receive credit for one but not both.

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ENGL 58, Literature of Mexico 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course surveys Mexican literature. It deals with pre-

Columbian Aztec and Mayan writing, poetry from the

colonial and independence periods, and nineteenth cen-

tury romanticism, but will emphasize twentieth century

literature as it evolves through Modernismo (1888-1912),

Postmodernismo (1912-1918), Vanguardismo (1918-1938),

and Postvanguardismo (1940s-1970s): Sor Juana Inez de

la Cruz, Nervo, Velarde, Reyes, Pellicer, Paz, Castellanos,

Sabines, and Pacheco, among other poets. The prose fic-

tion section will begin with Azuela’s 1915 novel of the

revolution, but will focus on post-1940s writers: Rulfo,

Arreola, Fuentes, and Paz. Contemporary poets and writers

(1970s-present) will complete the course.

ENGL 59, Lesbian and Gay Literature 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course is an introduction to Western European lesbian

and gay literature. It begins with the Greeks and ends in

the late 20th Century U.S.A. Through reading of poetry,

essays, articles, and novels, the students will survey and

analyze the broad expanse of lesbian and gay literature.

ENGL 60, English Seminar 3 units

Transfer: *CSU

• Prerequisite: English 2.

This course allows students to study intensively, areas cov-

ered cursorily, if at all, in standard literature or composition

classes. Students will explore primary works, source materi-

als, and criticism in a seminar topic, giving oral presenta-

tions and writing critical analysis. Although the course is of

particular importance for English majors, non-majors are

also encouraged to take the course.

*UC transfer credit is contingent upon evaluation after

transfer of the course by a UC campus. This course should

not be used toward calculation of the minimum 60 units

needed for admission to UC.

ENGL 61, Introduction to the Fairy Tale 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course is a survey of the history, scholarship, and trans-

formations of the fairy tale. The course includes a thematic

approach to the first fairy tale collections, examination of

notable criticism, and a review of modern reinventions in

literature, film, and new media.

English – Creative Writing

ENGL 30A, Beginning Creative Writing 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course is designed to introduce students to the craft

and technique involved in writing short fiction and/or

poetry.

ENGL 53, Latino Literature in the

United States 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course explores literature by Latino American writ-

ers whose primary purpose is to view life in the United

States through the perspective of the Latino community.

Through fiction, non-fiction, poetry, theater, and film,

students study such topics as history, identity, culture,

sexuality, and socio-political aspects of the ever-changing

U.S. Latino community. The course studies the ways in

which Latino Americans writing has been part of the fabric

that is the United States, from the indigenous cultures of

Mesoamerica through the turbulent 1960s in the U.S. and

into the present, from Mexico, South and Central America,

the Caribbean, New York to Los Angeles.

ENGL 54, Native American Literature 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

Selected poems, short stories, novels, tribal tales, speeches,

and memoirs of Native Americans will be examined to

deepen the student’s understanding of the experiences

and perspectives of native peoples in American and native

cultures.

ENGL 55, Modern Drama 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts) or 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

Formerly same course as Theatre Arts 7.

This course surveys the work of the great modern drama-

tists, from Henrik Ibsen (“The Father of Modern Drama”)

through Edward Albee.

ENGL 56, 20th Century European Literature 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

As a study of the 20th Century novel, this course includes

the English novel and the European novel in translation.

ENGL 57, Latin-American Literature 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course surveys 20th Century Latin-American literature.

The poetry section begins with Dario and modernismo

(1888-1910), postmodernismo (1910-1918) and vanguard-

ismo (1918-1938): Neruda, Vallejo, Huidobro, Mistral, and

Paz, among others, and concludes with postvanguard-

ismo: Afro-Caribbean and other post-war poetic cur-

rents. Prose fiction will begin with realismo or criollismo

(1880s-1930s), but will focus on the post-1940s, when Latin-

American prose begins to enjoy international renown:

Borges, Carpentier and Asturias, precursors to the “boom,”

then Fuentes, Sabato, Vargas Llosa, Donoso, Cortazar, and

Garcia Marquez, whose works popularized “magic real-

ism.” The course will conclude with contemporary writers,

such as Cabrera Infante, Allende, and Puig.

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ESL 14A, Pronunciation and Spelling:

Vowel and Consonant Sounds 2 units

• Prerequisite: ESL 10G and ESL 10W or placement in

ESL 11A.

This course offers the study and practice of the vowel

and consonant sounds that are basic to North American

pronunciation and speech style, and it emphasizes listen-

ing skills, auditory discrimination, and production of these

sounds. It also introduces the spelling patterns in relation-

ship to the vowel and consonant sounds. This course is

appropriate for students at the ESL 11A level or higher.

ESL 14B, Pronunciation:

Rhythm and Intonation 3 units

• Prerequisite: ESL 10G and ESL 10W or placement in

ESL 11A.

This course is designed to help ESL students communicate

more effectively by learning the rhythm and intonation

patterns of standard North American English. The course

includes a brief review of all vowel sounds and specific

consonants

ESL 15, Conversation and Culture in the U.S. 3 units

• Prerequisite: Group “C” on the English placement

exam or successful completion of ESL 10G and 10W.

This speaking/listening course for group “A”, “B”, and “C”

level non-native speakers of English examines the cross

cultural differences that affect communication. It prepares

students to understand and speak English more clearly

and fluently in pairs, groups, class discussions, interviews,

panels, and speeches. Conversation techniques, vocabulary

acquisition, and reading, critical thinking, and problem-

solving skills are employed.

ESL 16A, The Noun System and Articles 1 unit

• Prerequisite: ESL 10G and ESL 10W with a grade of C

or better.

This course helps non-native speakers of English to commu-

nicate effectively using the noun system (count, non-count,

proper, common, singular, plural), modifiers and quanti-

fiers (possessives; determiners: this, that, these, those), and

articles (a, an, the). The course also helps students use cor-

rect subject-verb agreement.

*Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of

Associate in Arts Degree requirements. concurrent enroll-

ment in ESL 11A or B is recommended; however, this course

is open to students whose assessment results are B or A.

ESL 16B, Using Verb Tenses 1 unit

• Prerequisite: ESL 10G and ESL 10W.

Concurrent enrollment in ESL 11A or B is recommended;

however this course is open to students who place at the

A or B level.

This course helps non-native speakers of English to commu-

nicate effectively using verb forms including: present, past,

future, perfects,passives, conditionals, and modals.

ESL 16C, Sentence Structure and Punctuation 1 unit

• Prerequisite: ESL 10G and ESL 10W.

Concurrent enrollment in ESL 11A or ESL 11B is recom-

mended.

This course helps students whose first language is not

English to construct grammatically correct sentences using

appropriate punctuation. Students will learn to combine

ENGL 30B, Advanced Creative Writing 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: English 30A.

This course continues the student’s training in the craft and

technique of writing short fiction or poetry, and introduces

creative non-fiction.

ESL – English for Second

Language Speakers

For the following classes, assessment is required to deter-

mine class placement. See www.smc.edu/assessment. These

classes are limited to students whose first language is not

English.

ESL 10G, Multiple Skills Preparation: Listening,

Speaking, and Grammar 6 units

• Prerequisite: None.

ESL 10G is a low-intermediate multi-skills course designed

to improve the English language skills of non-native speak-

ers. This course concentrates on listening, speaking, and

grammar. It is recommended that students take this course

concurrently with ESL 10W.

Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of

Associate in Arts Degree requirements. It is recommended

that students take this course concurrently with ESL10W.

ESL 10W, Multiple Skills Preparation: Reading and

Writing 6 units

• Prerequisite: None.

ESL 10W is a low-intermediate multi-skills course designed

to improve the English language skills of non-native speak-

ers. This course concentrates on reading, writing, and com-

puter assisted language learning (CALL). It is recommended

that students take this course concurrently with ESL10G.

Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of

Associate in Arts Degree requirements. It is recommended

that students take this course concurrently with ESL10G.

ESL 11A, Basic English 1 6 units

• Prerequisite: ESL 10G and 10W or Group C on the ESL

Placement Assessment.

Students who receive a final grade of “C” in ESL 10G or W

should enroll in support courses (ESL14A/B, 15, 16A/B/C, 17)

before taking ESL 11A or concurrently with ESL 11A.

ESL 11A is an intermediate, multi-skills course with an

emphasis on paragraph writing for non-native speakers of

English who have completed ESL 10G and ESL 10W or score

at Level C on the SMC Placement Assessment.

ESL 11B, Basic English 2 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: ESL 11A.

• Skills Advisory: Students who receive a final grade

of “C” in ESL 11A should enroll in support courses

(ESL14A/B, 15, 16A/B/C, 17) before taking ESL 11B or

concurrently with ESL 11B.

*ESL 11B, 21A, 21B, and 25 combined: maximum credit 8

units.

ESL 11B is an intermediate, multi-skills course for non-

native speakers of English who have completed ESL 11A.

It focuses on paragraph writing and introduces the essay.

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Core Courses

Any Support Course

Intermediate Reading Skills

(3 units)

ESL 17

Conversation and Culture

in the U.S. (3 units)

ESL 15

Pronunciation: Rhythm

and Intonation (3 units)

ESL 14B

Pronunciation and Spelling

(2 units)

ESL 14A

Sentence Structure and

Punctuation (1 unit)

ESL 16C

Noun System and Ar ticles

(1 unit)

ESL 16A

Basic English 2

(3 units)

ESL 11B

Basic English 1

(6 units)

ESL 11A

English Fundamentals 1

(3 units)

ESL 21A

Using Verb Tenses

(1 unit)

ESL 16B

English Fundamentals 2

(3 units)

ESL 21B

Academic Reading and

Study Skills (3 units)

ESL 23

Academic Vocabulary Skills

(3 units)

ESL 28

Advanced Grammar

Workshop 2 (3 units)

ESL 20B

Reading and

Composition 1 (3 units)

ENGLISH 1

Multiple Skills Preparation

(6 units each)

ESL 10G & ESL 10W

Reading, Vocabulary,

Speaking and Listening

Grammar and Editing

Advanced Grammar

Workshop 1 (3 units)

ESL 20A

Optional Support Courses

Support courses below are recommended but not required.

They can be taken in any order or concurrently with core

courses within the same group.

Reading and Vocabulary

Grammar and Editing

GROUP AGROUP BGROUP C

Composition Fundamentals

Review (3 units)

ESL 25

ESL COURSE SEQUENCE

7-16

ESL Course Sequence

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ESL 23, Academic Reading and Study Skills 3 units

• Prerequisite: ESL 11B or placement in ESL 21A.

This course is a high intermediate to advanced course

designed for students seeking to improve their reading and

study skills. It concentrates on helping students improve

reading comprehension, reading rate and flexibility, study

skills, and note taking. Students are encouraged to enroll

in ESL 23 concurrently with ESL 20A, 20B, 21A and/or 21B.

*Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of

Associate in Arts Degree requirements.

ESL 25, Composition Fundamentals Review 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: ESL 21B or placement in Group A.

*ESL 11B, 21A, 21B and 25 combined: maximum credit 8

units.

This course reviews and reinforces writing strategies includ-

ing: the composing process, editing, and revision for

English language. Extensive help will be given in vocabu-

lary acquisition and word forms, sentence structure, word

order, and citation of sources using MLA or APA.

ESL 28, Academic Vocabulary Skills 3 units

• Prerequisite: ESL 11B or placement ESL 21A.

This course is designed for students who wish to develop

their techniques for understanding academic vocabulary

and using English words idiomatically. It emphasizes con-

text and usage of vocabulary from the Academic Word List

(Coxhead 2000). Students will learn to comprehend and use

approximately 200 words from the AWL to improve their

reading comprehension, speaking, listening, and writing

skills for academic success. It is designed for students at the

21A or 21B level or students who have placed in Group B

on the ESL Placement Exam. Students are encouraged to

enroll in ESL 28 concurrently with ESL 20A, 20B, 21A and/

or 21B.

ESL – Noncredit

The following classes are noncredit and free. They do NOT

carry academic credit or assign grades.

ESL 901: Beginning ESL

An integrated course including listening, speaking, reading

and writing basic English. Course covers grammar-related

activities; competency-based skills for real-life survival situ-

ations; understanding basic commands and introduction to

American culture.

ESL 902: High Beginning ESL

An integrated course including listening, speaking, read-

ing and writing basic English. Emphasis on: longer sen-

tences; verb tenses; dialog; common idiomatic expressions;

expanding vocabulary.

ESL 903: Intermediate ESL

An integrated course including listening, speaking, reading

and writing basic English. Emphasis on: accuracy, fluency;

greater facility with verb tenses; grammatical transforma-

tions; idiomatic expressions and increased vocabulary.

ESL 904: High Intermediate ESL

An integrated course including listening, speaking, reading

and writing basic English. Emphasis on: comprehension and

sentence elements (clauses and phrases) to produce effec-

tive sentences.

ESL 17, Intermediate Reading Skills 3 units

• Prerequisite: ESL 10G and ESL 10W or Group C on the

ESL Placement Exam.

This course is designed for intermediate students who want

to improve their reading skills. Students will improve their

reading comprehension and critical thinking skills by learn-

ing strategies such as previewing, skimming, scanning, and

making inferences. They will learn how to identify main

ideas and details and an author’s purpose and tone. They

will analyze passages from fiction and non-fiction. Students

are encouraged to take ESL 17 concurrently with ESL 11A

or 11B.

ESL 20A, Advanced Grammar Workshop 1 3 units

• Prerequisite: ESL 11A/B.

• Skills Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in ESL 21A.

This is the first half of an advanced ESL grammar course

designed to increase students’ grammar and editing profi-

ciency. Students will recognize and employ more sophisti-

cated language necessary for the successful completion of

ESL/English 21A/B, ESL 25, English 22, and English 1.

Concurrent enrollment recommended in ESL/English 21A/B;

ESL/English assessment Group B or A.

ESL 20B, Advanced Grammar Workshop 2 3 units

• Prerequisite: ESL 11A/B.

This is the second half of an advanced ESL grammar course

designed to increase students’ grammar and editing profi-

ciency. Students will recognize and employ more sophisti-

cated language necessary for the successful completion of

ESL/English 21A/B, English 22, and English 1.

Concurrent enrollment in ESL/English 21A or English 21B is

recommended. English assessment Group B or A.

ESL 21A, English Fundamentals 1 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: ESL 11B or appropriate score on the ESL

Placement Assessment.

• Skills Advisory: Students who receive a final

grade of “C” in 11B should enroll in support

courses (ESL20A/20B, 23) before taking ESL 21A or

concurrently with ESL 21A.

*ESL 11B, 21A, 21B and 25 combined: maximum credit, 8

units.

ESL 21A is an intermediate communicative writing course

for non-native speakers. ESL 21A is the first part of the ESL

21A/B sequence.

ESL 21B, English Fundamentals 2 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: ESL 21A.

• Skills Advisory: Students who receive a final grade

of “C” in ESL 21A should enroll in support courses

(ESL20A/20B, 23, 28) before taking ESL 21B or

concurrently with ESL 21B.

ESL 21B is the second part of the ESL 21A/B sequence. It

continues the emphasis of essay writing, editing of gram-

mar and mechanical errors, reading, and critical thinking.

*ESL 11B, ESL 21A, ESL 21B, and ESL 25 combined: maxi-

mum credit, 8 units.

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reading comprehension, and writing skills. Students expand

their knowledge of idiomatic expressions and grammati-

cal structures, enabling them to: construct intermediate-

level sentences and paragraphs; use more complex English

vocabulary in real-life situations; identify and describe

various types of writing; and produce medium-length (2- or

3-paragraph) writing samples.

ESL 965, Advanced Reading and Writing

This course is designed for the advanced ESL student.

The course focuses on the analysis and comprehension of

advanced-level English vocabulary, idiomatic expressions,

and grammatical structures, enabling students to: construct

complex sentences and paragraphs; use advanced-level

vocabulary in real-life situations; analyze the content of

various types of writing, including some literature; and

understand and produce basic five-paragraph essays.

ESL 971: Beginning Idioms, Prepositions, and

Vocabulary

This course is designed for the beginning ESL student.

Students learn basic English vocabulary, idiomatic expres-

sions, phrasal verbs, and grammatical structures, and begin

engaging in simple dialogs and conversations that are

culturally-appropriate and applicable to a variety of real-

life situations.

ESL 973: Intermediate Idioms, Prepositions, and

Vocabulary

This course is designed for the intermediate ESL student.

Students build an intermediate-level English vocabulary,

and expand their knowledge and use of idiomatic expres-

sions, phrasal verbs, and grammatical structures. Students

engage in intermediate-level dialogs and conversations

that are culturally-appropriate and applicable to a variety

of real-life situations.

ESL 975: Advanced Idioms, Prepositions, and

Vocabulary

This course is designed for the advanced ESL student. The

course focuses on enriching and refining students’ knowl-

edge and use of idioms, phrasal verbs, and vocabulary.

Students learn advanced-level English vocabulary, idiom-

atic expressions, and grammatical structures, and engage

in complex and culturally-appropriate dialogs and conver-

sations.

Entertainment

Technology

The following courses are open to enrollment by any

student who has been accepted to the college except

where prerequisites are indicated. Please call (310) 434-

3700 or visit the Academy website at http://academy.smc.

edu for information on admission to the Entertainment

Technology program which offers courses in Animation,

Game Development, Post Production, Visual Effects and

Web Design. Internships are also available.

ET 2, Storytelling 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

fluency; increased vocabulary; improved spelling; develop-

ment of paragraph writing skills.

ESL 905: Advanced ESL

Emphasis is placed on complex sentence structure, writing

skills, grammar and syntax, oral interactions, functioning

linguistically in complex social situations.

ESL 906: High Advanced ESL

This multi-skills course is designed for the high-advanced

non-credit ESL student who is planning to matriculate to

the College. In this course students continue to expand

and refine their English skills, proficiency, and vocabulary.

Students consolidate their understanding of English gram-

mar and extend their awareness and command of the

English language, in particular areas of syntax, semantics,

and oral fluency. Students prepare to function in American

society and take credit college courses.

ESL 911: Beginning Listening, Speaking and

Pronunciation

This course is designed for the beginning ESL student. The

focus is improvement of the student’s pronunciation and

comprehension of English through exercises which improve

aural discrimination of sounds, build association of sounds

with written letters; teach placement of lips, tongue and

teeth for correct pronunciation; impart correct intona-

tion and stress patterns; improve conversation skills; teach

socio-cultural context for intonation and vocabulary.

ESL 913: Intermediate Listening, Speaking and

Pronunciation

This course is designed for the intermediate ESL student.

The focus is refinement of pronunciation and comprehen-

sion of English through exercises which improve aural dis-

crimination of sounds; association of sounds with written

letters; improve intonation, stress patterns and positions

of mouth; improve and expand conversation skills and

vocabulary; refine socio-cultural contact for intonation,

vocabulary and subject matter.

ESL 915: Advanced Listening, Speaking and

Pronunciation

This course is designed for the advanced ESL student. The

focus is refinement of pronunciation; use and comprehen-

sion of English though exercises which improve and refine

analysis and production of sounds, enrich fluency; and

build the student’s confidence in a wide variety of situa-

tions where a solid command of aural English is required.

ESL 961: Beginning Reading and Writing

This course is designed for the beginning ESL student and

focuses on providing students with basic English vocabu-

lary, reading comprehension, and writing skills. Students

learn basic idiomatic expressions and grammatical struc-

tures, enabling them to: construct simple sentences and

short paragraphs; use basic English vocabulary in real-life

situations; demonstrate comprehension of different types

of writing; and produce short (1- or 2-paragraph) writing

samples.

ESL 963, Intermediate Reading and Writing

This course is designed for the intermediate ESL student,

and focuses on improving students’ English vocabulary,

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Course Descriptions

This computer-based course is focused on the design

and implementation of successful prototypes for console,

mobile and casual gaming platforms, and the Internet.

Students will learn the fundamentals of software author-

ing for these platforms including interactive story telling,

navigation metaphors, technical constraints, gaming basics,

and usability. Students will gain experience working with

media (text, graphics, animation, video, and audio), using

authoring environments, and writing scripts to control

interactivity. Students will design and implement game

and software titles that can be included in their portfolios.

This course uses the Gamemaker gaming engine.

ET 15, Beginning 3D Level Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 24.

• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 13.

This course covers the fundamentals of game design and

prototyping using 3D software authoring tools to incor-

porate various pre-existing static and dynamic game assets

into original game levels. The focus of this class is on intelli-

gent level design and creating script driven play mechanics

to introduce interactivity and various game play elements.

Students will plan and design levels effectively on paper

before developing working 3D prototypes that can be play

tested. Basic knowledge of 3D graphics is required.

This course uses the Unreal Engine 4.

ET 17, Advanced 3D Level Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 15, 25.

This course covers the design and implementation of fully

interactive and playable 3D game levels, focusing on con-

cepts of advanced 3D level design such as particle effects,

camera effects, post process effects and custom interface

design. Students will use digital authoring techniques to

prototype, playtest and revise their own original game

levels. Knowledge of 3D modeling is required.

This course uses Unreal Engine 4 and Autodesk Maya.

ET 18, Digital Storyboarding 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 2.

• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 11, 91, 92.

This introductory course explores the fundamentals of the

storyboarding process used in the entertainment industry.

Through the use of computer software and the digital

drawing tablet, students will learn the basic principles of

visual storytelling including techniques such as staging,

composition and camera movement. The class will analyze

and discuss the various applications of digital storyboard-

ing for games, web, 2D and 3D animation, and visual

effects.

ET 19A, Beginning 2D Animation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 11, 91, 92.

This introductory course teaches the basic principles of

digital animation. Through lectures and projects, students

will learn animation fundamentals such as timing, staging,

squash and stretch, anticipation, follow through, overlap-

ping action, arcs, and exaggeration. The material covered

in this course serves as a foundation for advanced courses

in games, web, 2D and 3D animation, and visual effects.

This introductory critical thinking class covers the funda-

mentals of storytelling and story structure. Students will

explore a general history of storytelling, from its pictorial

roots of cave paintings to its modern forms in entertain-

ment media. This class includes an overview of different

cultures and how these cultures use story to entertain and

disseminate social values. Emphasis will be on how story

is used in modern Western society and how storytelling

impacts moral issues. Guest lectures from the entertain-

ment industry will come to share with the class their ideas

on storytelling in modern media. Students will learn to

prepare and tell effective stories.

ET 3, Principles of Project Management 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Effective project management plays a key role in the execu-

tion and completion of interactive media projects. In this

introductory course, students will learn step-by-step how a

project develops and evolves through the project manage-

ment process. Topics include planning, time management,

risk management, team management, contract administra-

tion, and budgeting. Students will identify the components

of a project management team, project manager roles and

responsibilities, and organizational structures in interac-

tive media. Case studies and problem solving will provide

insight into practical applications of project management

techniques.

ET 7, Entertainment Business Law 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers legal rights and responsibilities of indi-

viduals, agencies, partnerships, and corporations as they

apply to contract law and concentrates on the entertain-

ment industry. This course provides a broad overview of

the legal issues arising in the day-to-day business of film,

television, music, and new media. Students will gain an

understanding of the various rights involved in the produc-

tion and distribution of entertainment product, as well as

the basics of rights acquisition and analysis. The course will

also cover the legal relationships among talent, agents,

managers, and attorneys and the laws governing enter-

tainment professionals.

ET 11, Computer Skills for Digital Media 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This introductory course covers the computer skills, con-

cepts, and essential software needed to work successfully

in the fields of computer animation and interactive media.

Students will learn the use of general computer skills

such as file organization for projects, keyboard shortcuts,

using local area networks, and using proper file suffixes.

Digital image concepts such as vector and rastor images,

color bit depth, and pixel dimensions will be introduced.

Key software applications will be covered for rastor image

editing, vector image editing, audio, web browsing, and

spreadsheets.

ET 13, 2D Game Prototyping 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Advisory: Entertainment Technology 42.

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ET 23, 2D Character Animation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 19B.

This course covers advanced techniques of digital character

animation and performance. Through lectures and proj-

ects, students will learn to develop living characters that

think and feel. This course presents an in-depth analysis

of emotion and acting principles as applied to a digital

character.

ET 24, 3D Fundamentals 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 11.

This introductory course provides a basic overview of the

tools used in the creation of 3D digital animation. Topics

covered include modeling, character rigging, animation,

shading, lighting and rendering. This course emphasizes

the fundamental concepts of 3D digital animation as well

as an understanding of the software. In addition to com-

pleting weekly exercises, students will apply the skills they

learn to create an individual project.

This course uses Autodesk Maya.

ET 24A, Introduction to 3D Animation 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Entertainment Technology 11.

This introductory course provides an overview of the tools

available for the creation of 3D digital animation. Through

a series of lectures and weekly exercises, students will be

introduced to the basics of character rigging and anima-

tion. This course is intended for industry professionals who

would like to gain an understanding of 3D software. The

course material of ET 24A is similar to that of ET 24 but

does not require a final project. Students who have com-

pleted ET 24 may use ET 24A as a review course.

This course uses Autodesk Maya.

ET 24B, 3D Character Animation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 24.

This course focuses on the basic principles of character

animation as applied to 3D characters. Techniques such as

posing, timing, weight, anticipation, squash and stretch,

overlapping action, and staging are covered. Students will

also be introduced to the basics of performance animation.

In addition to completing weekly exercises, students will

apply the skills they learn to create an individual project.

This course uses Autodesk Maya.

ET 24C, Advanced 3D Character Animation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 24B.

This course focuses on advanced principles of 3D character

animation. Students will learn to create effective perfor-

mance animation using the fundamentals of acting, stag-

ing and exaggeration. Advanced topics such as facial ani-

mation, lip-synch and motion capture will also be covered.

This course uses Autodesk Maya.

ET 25, 3D Modeling 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 24.

ET 19B, Advanced 2D Animation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 19A.

This advanced course focuses on the tools and methods

used to create digital character animation. Through lec-

tures and projects, students will further their understand-

ing and application of the 12 principles of animation such

as timing, weight, anticipation, squash and stretch, over-

lapping action, exaggeration and staging. Students will

be introduced to the basics of lip-synch and performance

animation.

ET 20, Visual Development 3 units

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 2 and 18.

• Advisory: Entertainment Technology 91 and 94.

This course explores the pre-production process used in the

entertainment industry. Students will learn how to visu-

ally develop an idea for production. Areas covered by this

course include story/concept development, art direction,

writing, storyboarding, layout, sound design, and timing.

Students will create an individual story bible, style guide

and animatic based on an assigned theme. The course will

also examine the differences in film, broadcast and video

game production, and their impact on the design process.

ET 21A, Character Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 37;

Prerequisite/Corequisite: Entertainment Technology

20 (ET 20 can be taken concurrently with ET 21A).

This course explores the process of designing compelling

characters for entertainment projects. Students will learn

how to develop characters in a variety of styles for 2D

and 3D animation production. The course will emphasize

the importance of self-expression in character design, and

enable students to develop an effective personal style.

ET 21B, Environment Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 20;

Prerequisite/Corequisite: Entertainment Technology

91 and 94 (ET 91 and ET 94 can be taken concurrently

with ET 21B).

This course explores the process of designing compelling

environments for entertainment projects. Students will

develop strategies to understand, evaluate and create a

variety of environments for 2D and 3D production. Topics

covered include visual composition, perspective drawing,

digital cinematography, and designing for interactive and

virtual environments.

ET 21C, Prop and Vehicle Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 20;

Prerequisite/Corequisite: Entertainment Technology

91 and 94 (ET 91 and ET 94 can be taken concurrently

with ET 21B).

This course explores the process of designing compelling

props and vehicles for entertainment projects. Students

will learn how to visually develop concepts from initial

sketches to final renderings of objects from the everyday

mundane to the fantastic. Emphasis is placed on principles

of three-dimensional drawing and the application of

design research.

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Course Descriptions

This introductory course familiarizes students with the

fundamental aspects of digital video production. Covering

acquisition formats, authoring formats and delivery for-

mats, the class provides a strong foundation for working

with digital picture (both motion picture and still pictures)

and digital sound in non-linear digital video post pro-

duction. Topics will include digital vs. analog, time code,

frame rates, frame size, frame aspect ratio, pixel aspect

ratio, data transfer rates, key frames, NTSC and PAL televi-

sion standards, image composition and acquisition, video

capture,compression and output. Editing will be taught on

Adobe Premiere.

ET 31B, Digital Video Editing 3 units

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 31A.

This course focuses on the advanced techniques, skills, and

theories of editing as well as the technical requirements

for assembling a digital video project. Through a series of

hands-on projects, students will put traditional theories of

picture and sound editing into practice. The course will also

cover the history of nonlinear editing and provide an over-

view of the post production process. Avid Media Composer

will be the primary editing software utilized in this course.

ET 32, Digital Compositing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 31A,

Graphic Design 64 (formerly same course as

Entertainment Technology 37).

Digital compositing is the process of digitally manipulat-

ing a combination of source images to produce a seamless

whole. This course provides a complete overview of the

compositing process as it is used in film/television, visual

effects, and multimedia. Areas covered include image

creation and manipulation techniques as well as design

and color fundamentals. Through a series of exercises and

projects, students will develop the aesthetic and technical

skills necessary for integrating diverse visual elements into

cohesive imagery.

ET 33, Advanced Digital Compositing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 32.

This course introduces students to advanced digital com-

positing techniques using nodal compositing software

applications. Areas covered include color correction, key-

ing, rotoscoping, tracking, digital paint and camera projec-

tion. By completing a series of exercises and projects based

on professional visual effects methodology, students will

hone the aesthetic and technical skills necessary for inte-

grating diverse visual elements into cohesive imagery.

This course uses The Foundry’s Nuke.

ET 34, Web Animation I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 11.

This class focuses on all aspects of web animation, giving

special attention to characters and graphics, as well as

interactivity and light programming. Students learn the

tricks of controlling file size, special approaches for import-

ing and creating animation, and all other production

techniques needed for building complete web animation

projects.

This course provides an overview of the production process

used to construct digital characters and environments.

Using industry-standard tools and methods, students will

learn to create production-ready 3D models. Organic and

inorganic modeling with polygons, NURBS and subdivision

surfaces will be covered. Students will also learn the basic

principles of digital sculpting software as well as methods

for optimizing models for 3D game engines.

This course uses Autodesk Maya and Pixologic ZBrush.

ET 25B, 3D Character Creation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 25.

This course covers digital character creation techniques

from basic design principles to advanced digital sculpting

techniques. The first part of the course explores the aes-

thetic and psychological aspects of design that will enable

students to create compelling and original character and

creature concepts. The second part of the course focuses

on the technical aspects of creating characters in Maya.

Students will advance from creating basic cartoon char-

acters to high-end, film-ready creatures using fluids, hair,

cloth, dynamics and digital sculpting tools to achieve the

highest level of realism and energy in their digital sculp-

tures.

This course uses Autodesk Maya and Pixologic ZBrush.

ET 25C, 3D Character Rigging 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 25.

This course covers the technical aspects of creating effec-

tive animation controls for 3D characters. Using industry-

standard tools and methods, students will develop intuitive

and efficient character rigs. The use of deformers, con-

straints, expressions, scripts, utility nodes and kinematic

controls will be covered. Students will also be introduced to

advanced topics such as cloth, hair, fur and muscle systems.

This course uses Autodesk Maya.

ET 26, 3D Rendering 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 25.

This course provides an overview of the production process

used to render digital characters and environments. Using

industry-standard tools and methods, students will learn

to create photo-realistic and stylized renderings. Advanced

shading, lighting, rendering and compositing techniques

will be covered.

This course uses Autodesk Maya.

ET 30, Animation Project 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 20, and 25.

This course covers the design and production of a faculty-

supervised project for portfolio development. Students will

develop an animated project from an original concept to

final output. Areas covered by this course will include story

development and design, modeling, rigging, animation

and rendering. This course will enable students to develop

an effective demonstration reel.

ET 31A, Digital Video Fundamentals 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 11.

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music production in a digital environment; characteristics

and differences between the main digital audio formats;

basic principles of sound waveform editing; and recording

techniques for multimedia and video integration.

This course uses DigiDesign Pro Tools.

ET 41, Digital Audio Post Production 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 40.

In this course, students will combine skills acquired in the

advanced digital media courses to design and implement

sound for their portfolio projects. Areas covered include

live audio recording, working with prerecorded audio

elements, and inventing sounds using Foley techniques.

The principles of sound sweetening and multi-track layer-

ing will be addressed, as well as multi-track compositing.

Students will also learn techniques seamlessly moving

audio between audio and video editing tools.

This course uses DigiDesign Pro Tools.

ET 41M, Digital Music Production 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 40.

In this course, students will learn the skills necessary to

digitally record and produce music at a professional level.

Hands-on practical techniques will reinforce an under-

standing of recording, editing, programming and mixing

for music production. Topics covered will include recording

with microphones, programming electronic instruments,

MIDI, proper use of audio effects and music mixing tech-

niques.

This course uses DigiDesign Pro Tools.

ET 42, Principles of Game Development 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an introductory overview of the electronic

game development process that underlines the historical

context, content creation strategies, and future trends

in the industry. The course will also explain how games

are produced, tested, and released. This course will also

cover the history of game platforms up to the most recent

systems, and the expanded growth in Mobile, Casual, and

Serious game development.

ET 44, Game Design/Play Mechanics 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Entertainment Technology 42.

This course covers the fundamentals of game design. The

focus is on building a solid understanding of play mechan-

ics: the formal elements of play, the dramatic elements that

make a game meaningful to its players, and the system

dynamics that shape the overall experience. Lectures will

use historical and current games and genres to illustrate

key concepts. Topics include strategy and tactics, resource

management, emergent complexity, puzzles and puzzle

development, and the business of games. Students will

learn the process of design through prototyping, playtest-

ing and revising their own original game concepts.

ET 49, Game Development Project 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 17, 44.

• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 25B, 26.

ET 36, Web Animation II 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 34.

This course focuses on advanced techniques in Flash, a

vector-based graphic and animation package that creates

advanced web-based applications that include scripted

behaviors and interactions. Students learn advanced tech-

niques for interactive scripting, web interface design,

advanced visuals, games and motions graphics. Techniques

for communicating between interactive application and

the browser and/or server are also covered, The goal of

this course is to provide professional level skills for web

animation and interface development. Students will create

a large final project incorporating advanced techniques

discussed in the course.

ET 38, Digital Imaging for Design 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 64 (formerly same course

as Entertainment Technology 37).

Building on previously developed, advanced Photoshop

skills, this course will navigate students through the more

highly advanced features of the program to create and

manipulate images specifically for use in multimedia, digi-

tal video, 2D animation, and 3D animation. Topics include

intense and extensive investigations into alpha channel cre-

ation and development, lighting effects generation within

alpha channels and layer effects, displacement and bump

mapping techniques, texture mapping relating to alpha

channel and creature surface decoration, and the utiliza-

tion of techniques incorporating Illustrator and Photoshop

together.

ET 39, Digital Audio for Games 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Entertainment Technology 11.

This Windows-based course will introduce students to the

fundamentals of digital audio design and provide them

with the basic tools to use the technology appropriately,

creatively, and effectively. The course will focus on audio

for games, digital media, and electronic music implementa-

tion. Practical experience will be balanced by an emphasis

on understanding the fundamentals of the technology and

its applications within the interactive game industry. Topics

covered will include principles of good audio design; the

essential hardware and software tools of music production

in a digital environment; characteristics and differences

between various audio formats; basic principles of sound

waveform editing; and recording techniques for interactive

and video integration.

ET 40, Digital Audio Fundamentals 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 11.

This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of

digital audio design and provide them with the basic tools

to use the technology appropriately, creatively, and effec-

tively. A large element of hands-on practical experience

will be balanced by an emphasis on understanding the

fundamental theoretical principles of the technology and

its applications within the entertainment industry. Topics

covered will include the basic characteristics and differ-

ences between analog and digital audio; principles of good

audio design; the essential hardware and software tools of

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• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 24, 94.

This introductory course provides a basic overview of the

tools used in the creation of 3D digital effects. Topics

covered include interface essentials, procedural software

architecture, modeling, animation, particles, expressions,

shading, and rendering. This course emphasizes the funda-

mental concepts of visual effects production as well as an

understanding of the software.

This course uses Side Effects Houdini.

ET 65, Digital Effects II 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 64.

This course focuses on advanced methodologies for creat-

ing digital effects. Topics covered include advanced particle

simulations, expressions and scripting techniques, dynamic

simulations, rendering solutions, and effects composit-

ing. This course emphasizes procedural worksflows and

the interdependency of various software tools to achieve

efficient and flexible results. This course uses Side Effects

Houdini.

ET 72, Career Development 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides an overview of the strategies and tech-

niques to develop a career within the entertainment indus-

try, which includes jobs in the production of live action,

animation, game, interactive, internet, visual effects, as

well as performance and other entertainment fields.

Students will learn to identify and research potential career

paths in these various industries. They will develop person-

al marketing tools, such as resume, cover letter and other

presentation materials (i.e. demo reels, personal websites,

portfolios, etc.), that will help to brand and promote them

into the industry. Networking skills and interviewing tech-

niques will prepare them for any entry-level position in the

entertainment industry.

ET 75, Digital Production for 2D Animation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers the mechanics of digital production

for animated films and commercials, TV series, short,

and feature-length films. The student will have hands-on

experience with the following stages of production: scan-

ning animation drawings, digital pencil testing, digital

inking and painting, asset management of scene files, the

electronic exposure sheet, sound synchronizing to picture,

background painting, digital compositing, and camera

moves.

ET 80, Digital Effects Project 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 32, 63, and

65.

This computer-based course covers the design and produc-

tion of a faculty supervised project for portfolio develop-

ment. Students will produce an original digital effects

project from creation of the original concept through the

completion of the finished project. Emphasis will be placed

on design quality and technical execution. This course will

also cover demonstration reel development.

This computer-based course covers the production of

a faculty-supervised project for portfolio development.

Working in teams, students will develop original game

design documents into playable game levels. Emphasis

will be placed on interactive design, efficient production

practices, and successful communication. Each team will

complete one major game prototype for portfolio develop-

ment. Knowledge of 3D character modeling and rendering

is required.

This course uses the Unreal Engine 3, Autodesk Maya, and

Pixologic ZBrush.

ET 60, Post Production Project 3units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 41and

Entertainment Technology 31B, or Film Studies 32L.

This computer-based course covers the design and produc-

tion of a faculty supervised project for portfolio develop-

ment. Students will produce an original post production

project from creation of the original concept through the

completion of the finished project. Emphasis will be placed

on design quality and technical execution. Students will

complete one major project for their portfolio.

ET 61, History of Animation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will explore the history of animation through

its earliest beginnings to the present. In addition to the

chronological order of events, this course will look at the

multi-faceted aspects of this relatively modern art form.

The influences of economics and social/political pressures

on the art form will be examined. Included will be the

study of individual animators and studios, big and small;

different art techniques, materials 2D and 3D. The class will

also examine the principles of movement and how they

apply to the zoetrope as well as the computer.

ET 62, History of Visual Effects 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This class will explore the evolution of visual effects in the

movie industry and reveal the secrets behind some of the

most memorable scenes in film history. Through lectures,

sample clips, and guest speakers, this course will travel back

in time to see how much technology has changed the face

of film production and peek at what the future might hold.

This course is for anyone who has ever asked the question,

“How did they do that?”

ET 63, Digital Tracking and Integration 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Entertainment Technology 24, 91.

This course focuses on the techniques of combining digi-

tally created elements with live-action footage. Areas cov-

ered include camera tracking, matchmoving, rotoscoping,

motion capture and green screen photography. Through a

series of exercises and projects, students will learn to seam-

lessly integrate computer generated elements with digital

video. Emphasis will be placed on problem solving as well

as software training.

ET 64, Digital Effects I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

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space, in both static and dynamic modes. Comprehension

of figure structure will be both anatomical and perspectival

with special emphasis on developing a model of the human

figure that can be easily visualized in the imagination and

adapted for use in animation and related disciplines.

ET 90, Modeling 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is an introductory, hands-on course in 3-D clay model-

ing. Designed to prepare computer animation students

to “think” in 3-D, this class emphasizes actual modeling

techniques to use in 3-D computer modeling classes. The

student will be introduced to professional model-making

skills, vocabulary, tools, and materials.

ET 90A, Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Student must be a continuing SMC

student who has completed 6 or more units in the

Entertainment Technology program. 2.0 grade point

average and an approved internship with instructor

prior to enrollment.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with on-site practical experience in a related field. Students

spend a minimum of 60 hours during the term in a super-

vised facility. Exit internship evaluation, time log, and oral

are required.

ET 90B, Internship 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Student must be a continuing SMC

student who has completed 6 or more units in the

Entertainment Technology program. 2.0 grade point

average and an approved internship with instructor

prior to enrollment.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with on-site practical experience in a related field. Students

spend a minimum of 120 hours during the term in a super-

vised facility. Exit internship evaluation, time log, and oral

are required.

ET 90C, Internship 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Student must be a continuing SMC

student who has completed 6 or more units in the

Entertainment Technology program. 2.0 grade point

average and an approved internship with instructor

prior to enrollment.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with on-site practical experience in a related field. Students

spend a minimum of 180 hours during the term in a super-

vised design facility. Exit internship evaluation, time log,

and an oral are required.

ET 91, Perspective Drawing 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course focuses on the principles of three-dimensional

drawing. Emphasis is placed on fundamental concepts such

as diminution, foreshortening, convergence and shading.

Concepts such as horizon lines, vanishing points, and pic-

ture planes will be covered. Perspective drawing methods

will be applied to rendering interiors, exteriors, objects and

figures.

ET 84B, Special Topics – 3D Animation 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 24.

This short hands-on course allows students to focus on

areas of specific interest that relate to the 3D production

process. Students will work with the instructor to design

projects that increase their skill with the Autodesk Maya

software program.

ET 84C, Special Topics – Web Animation 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 34.

This short, hands-on course allows students to focus on

areas of specific interest that relate to internet-based ani-

mation. Students will work with the instructor to design

projects that increase their skill with the Macromedia Flash

software program.

ET 84F, Special Topics – Visual Effects 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 64.

This short, hands-on course allows students to focus on

areas of specific interest that relate to the digital effects

production process. Students will work with the instructor

to design projects that increase their skill with the Side

Effects Houdini software program.

ET 84H, Special Topics – 2D Animation 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 19A.

This short, hands-on course in animation allows students

to focus on areas of specific interest that relate to the 2D

production process. Students will work with the instructor

to design projects that increase their traditional animation

skills.

ET 84K, Special Topics – Post Production 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 31A.

This short, hands-on course allows students to focus on

areas of specific interest that relate to the post-production

process. Students will work with the instructor to design

projects that increase their skill with post-production soft-

ware.

ET 88A, Independent Studies in Entertainment

Technology 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

ET 88B, Independent Studies in Entertainment

Technology 2 units

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

ET 88C, Independent Studies in Entertainment

Technology 3 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

ET 89, Figure Drawing 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for the advanced drawing student.

Students completing this course will have a familiarity with

all major issues involved in drawing and visualizing the fig-

ure as an animate, three-dimensional form, and will have

developed perceptual and manual skills equal to the chal-

lenge of understanding the human body as a structure in

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will be defined by the inclusion of detail, gesture, texture,

and expression.

Environmental Studies

ENVRN 7, Introduction to Environmental

Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This introductory course will use an interdisciplinary

approach to provide students with a broad perspective on

environmental problems and solutions. Students will be

introduced to the strategies used by scientists, economists,

political analysts, and other writers and researchers to

investigate and analyze environmental and urban issues,

human/nature relationships, natural and built environ-

ments, and environmental citizenship.

Environmental Studies 7 is the same course as Geography 7.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

ENVRN 14, U.S. Environmental History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 4F (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys environmental history of the United

States from earliest human migration to the present, focus-

ing on the complex and consequential ways people have

perceived, relied on, interacted with, and been impacted

by the natural world. Topics include diverse patterns of

interaction with land, water, plants, animals, and energy

sources, as well as the economic, political, social, cultural,

technological and global aspects of these patterns.

Environmental Studies 14 is the same course as History 14.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

ENVRN 20, Environmental Ethics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course introduces the field of environmental ethics

with an emphasis on global environmental problems and

global citizenship. The conceptual foundations of environ-

mental attitudes and values are examined through an his-

torical survey of philosophies of nature and human/nature

relations. Ethical theories are presented and used to ana-

lyze contemporary environmental problems, e.g. mistreat-

ment of animals, pollution, climate change, species extinc-

tion, natural resource depletion, environmental racism etc.

The ethical assumptions underlying various national and

international responses to environmental problems will be

analyzed and evaluated.

Envrn 20 is the same course as Philos 20. Students may earn

credit for one but not both.

ET 92, Figure in Motion 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is the foundation course for traditional and computer

animators to understand and draw the figure in motion.

This course teaches the student to visualize and quick

sketch the figure in three-dimensional as it moves through

space. Emphasis is placed on construction, volume, key

poses and gestures as the figure moves in a given action.

Students will also develop portfolio drawings necessary for

job interviews in the industry.

ET 93, Quick-Sketch and Rapid Visualization 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

The major emphasis in this course for advanced students

will be the ability to draw clear, credible, and simplified

representations of complex visual phenomena. These phe-

nomena include the human figure at rest or in motion and

the spatial environment for these figures and their actions.

Students will use a variety of media, some of which will

be applicable spontaneous reactions to action events. Skill

development will include the ability to visualize and invent

figures and environments from a variety of viewing angles

and light conditions.

ET 94, Color Theory and Application 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students in this course will study the development of color

perception, harmony, expression, visualization, and the

application of color in traditional and digital imagery using

a 2-D, 3-D, or 4-D format through a series of problem-

solving exercises and projects.

ET 95, Animal Drawing 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides students with a working understand-

ing of animal anatomy and movement and its comparison

to human anatomy and movement. Students will develop

skills in proportional and perspective analysis of animal

forms. This class will teach students to sketch a variety of

animals both from life and from other visualization tech-

niques.

ET 96, Costumed Figure Drawing 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students who successfully complete this course will learn

to both understand and predict the physical correlation

between the figure and its costume, acquiring in the

process knowledge of the structural topology of draping.

Attention will be given to the planar surface structure

(tonal and directional) of draped fabric in relation to linear

perspective and light source.

ET 97, Advanced Figure in Motion 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Entertainment Technology 92.

This course is a continuation of the study of the animation

of the figure in motion. Emphasis will be placed on the

expression and fluidity of movement, composition, propor-

tion, perspective, and the introduction of color. Character

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results in an “evolutionary mismatch.” Evolutionary models

such as the “tragedy of the commons” will be elucidated

with relevant and real world examples. In addition, the

course will explore potential avenues to effectively reshape

human kind’s social, technological and economic relation-

ship with its environment. As such, a systems approach will

be taken that considers the human as a part of, as well as

an influence on, ecosystems. Cutting edge research will be

integrated from different domains of psychology (cogni-

tive, social, developmental and evolutionary, etc.) as well

as related fields (genetics, behavioral economics, game-

theory, anthropology, etc.) to comprehensively study the

human-environment interaction.

ENVRN 40 is the same course as PSYCH 40. Students may

earn credit for one but not both.

Fashion Design and

Merchandising

FASHN 1, Fashion Trends and Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to serve both students of fashion

design and fashion merchandising in preparing them to

become familiar with the nature of fashion design and its

components and to understand how environmental factors

influence the style, color, texture, and design of garments.

Fashion materials, theories of fashion adoption, sources of

design inspiration, and manufacturing a garment will be

discussed.

FASHN 2, Color Analysis 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an exploration of color theory and elements

of design with emphasis on the expertise of color mixing

and creative color combinations. Theory is applied to tex-

tile, fashion design, and fashion merchandising.

FASHN 3, Apparel Construction 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an introduction to basic sewing techniques

of costume and manufacturing apparel and provides

familiarization with the tools used in the fashion indus-

try. Development of fundamental skills and terminology

of clothing construction. Emphasis is on interrelationship

of fabric, fiber, design and construction techniques. This

course is required of all Fashion Design and Merchandising

majors.

FASHN 5, Fashion Buying 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is an introductory course in fashion buying to acquaint

the students with the life of a buyer that includes consid-

erations and practices of an executive or middle manager.

The buyer’s position includes responsibilities such as mak-

ing evaluations and maintaining standards that are com-

plete and constant. This course will also present an aware-

ness of quality effect of stocking merchandise and knowing

and effectively practicing what to buy, when to buy, and

how much to buy.

ENVRN 22, Environmental Politics and

Policies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course examines environmental politics, including, but

not limited to the issues of population, natural resource

use, habitat loss, global climate change and pollution. The

political, economic, and social origins of environmental

change and degradation are examined, as well as demo-

cratic, bureaucratic and market-based solutions to envi-

ronmental problems advocated by environmental move-

ments, interest groups and political parties. Arguments for

best public policy responses to a range of environmental

problems will be assessed and debated. The course offers

a practical problem-solving approach which includes local,

state, national and global environmental politics. Course

content focuses primarily on political concepts, such as

sustainable development and ecological democracy, and

on the relations between a range of contemporary politi-

cal values and the environmental policy recommendations

of each. The course explores various perspectives on what

it means to take political responsibility for reducing the

human impact on the earth.

Environmental Studies 22 is the same course as Political

Science 22. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

ENVRN 32, Global Environmental History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 4F (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys global environmental history from early

human evolution to the present, focusing on the complex

and consequential ways people have perceived, relied on,

interacted with and been impacted by the natural world.

Topics include the diverse patterns of interaction with

land, water, plants, animals, and energy sources, as well as

their economic, political, social, cultural, and technological

aspects in the local, regional, and global context.

Environmental Studies 32 is the same course as History 32.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

ENVRN 40, Environmental Psychology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course will focus on the theory and application of

psychological principles as they relate to the causes of,

and potential solutions to, current global environmental

problems. Modern ecological issues (such as global climate

change, habitat-loss, etc.) have their historical origin in

human behavior; this class will focus both on relevant

causal behaviors, and on the mental mechanisms that give

rise to such behavior. An evolutionary perspective will be

employed to identify the pathways by which the clash of

a “universal human nature” and the modern environment

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Emphasis on unique and creative designs with manipula-

tion of appropriate and more difficult fabrics. Students will

gain more confidence and speed in their design develop-

ments, pattern making and construction.

FASHN 11, Advanced Clothing – Tailoring 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Fashion 3.

This course explores traditional and contemporary tailoring

techniques as applied to the design and construction of

men’s and women’s coats, suits, jackets and other tailored

garments. It includes a study of the ready-to-wear and

retail clothing fields, with emphasis on the individual as a

consumer of tailored garments.

FASHN 12, Fashion Show Production 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Fashion 6A or 13.

This course is designed to give students of Fashion Design

and Fashion Merchandising the opportunity to learn how

to plan and develop a Fashion Show.

FASHN 13, Draping I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Fashion 6A.

This course covers the principles of draping and the ability

to develop a pattern in three-dimensional form, opening

new ways of designing and creating and recognizing the

qualities of a well-designed garment.

FASHN 14, Draping II 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Fashion 13.

This course is a continuation of Fashion 13 and deals with

more complex and original designs for draping. Students

will learn how to analyze and interpret complicated

designs by means of draping and gain enough experience

and speed to create and develop more advanced designs.

FASHN 15, Ethnic Fashion 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Fashion 6A or 9.

Apparel worn as national dress by people all over the world

is surveyed. The origins and functions of clothing in differ-

ent cultures are examined. Creative designing is inspired by

ethnic costumes.

FASHN 16, Pattern Grading 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Fashion 6A or 9.

Grading is the process of proportionally increasing or

decreasing the production pieces according to set mea-

surements for each clothing classification (Women’s Junior

Petite, Junior, Misses, Half-sizes). This is done without

changing or losing the style proportions which are part of

the design concept while still retaining the original lines

and style of the garment. Students are introduced to and

become familiar with a computer program used for grad-

ing in the fashion industry, and with the logic and rules

that apply to pattern grading.

FASHN 17, Apparel Production Manufacturing

Techniques 3 units

• Prerequisite: Fashion 6 or 13.

FASHN 6A, Pattern Analysis and Design 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Fashion 3.

This course is a study of the basic pattern drafting tech-

niques of the apparel industry and the transfer of a design

to a flat pattern. Students learn to design and make their

own patterns.

FASHN 6B, Pattern Drafting and Design

Intermediate 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Fashion 6A.

This course is a continuation of Fashion 6A with emphasis

on more advanced and complex design creations in har-

mony with the current trends.

FASHN 7, Fabrics for Fashion Design and

Merchandising 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

A detailed study of textiles from fiber to finished fabric

is covered in this course including identifications of fiber

types, construction, printing, dyeing, and finishes of natu-

ral/man-made fabrics. Emphasis is on fabric design, prin-

ciples of patterns, and methods of textile decoration.

FASHN 8, History of Fashion Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This survey of fashion of the Western world introduces

historic dress as an inspiration and a design resource

for students of fashion design and fashion buying and

merchandising. The evolution silhouette and the cut and

construction of men’s and women’s garments are analyzed

using slides of paintings, drawings, sculpture and historic

costume. Contemporary examples in fashion are compared

to their historic sources.

FASHN 9A, Fashion Illustration and

Advertising 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will give students skill in drawing fashion fig-

ures and deals with contemporary idealized proportions

used for fashion today for both fashion design and fash-

ion merchandising. Students will develop individual style

in their presentation, and learn to use their drawing as a

means of communicating their ideas and designs.

FASHN 9B, Advanced Fashion Illustration and

Advertising 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Fashion 2 and 9A.

This course provides the student with advanced techniques

used to illustrate fashion and is for students of fashion

design or fashion merchandising. Techniques are taught

that are used for quick and realistic sketching and ren-

dering with water color to illustrate various designs and

textures.

FASHN 10, Advanced Design and

Construction 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Fashion 3.

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FASHN 90C, Internship 3 units

• Prerequisite: 2.0 grade point average and an

approved internship prior to enrollment.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with on-site practical experience in a related field.

Film Studies

Formerly Cinema. Also see courses listed under Journalism,

Communication Studies and Media Studies.

FILM 1, Film Appreciation:

Introduction to Cinema 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 3A (Arts)

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Cinema 9.

This course will introduce the art, technology, language,

and appreciation of film, exploring the varieties of film

experience, film and the other arts, and the ways of

viewing. Students will learn about the basic cinematic

techniques and structures, including mise-en-scene and

montage, use of cinematic time and space, the image,

soundtrack, and the script. Consideration will also be

given to analyzing the fundamentals of film production,

directing, acting, and editing; how the elements of the

production process are analyzed separately, then brought

together to show how they create the emotional and intel-

lectual impact of the film experience. Film examples will be

screened in class.

This course is intended as a beginning course to introduce

students to cinema.

FILM 2, History of Motion Pictures 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Cinema 1.

A broad survey is made of the history, theory, techniques,

and development of motion pictures. The history of film as

a major art form and its major artists, works, and styles are

emphasized. Film examples are screened in class.

FILM 5, Film and Society 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Cinema 5.

This course presents motion pictures as reflections and

influences of American society. Films are often selected

from specific decades and analyzed as records of social

attitudes shaping the present and past.

FILM 6, Women in Film 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A and 3B (Arts and Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Cinema 8.

This course is a historical study and survey of the multiple

and varied images of women in film. Students will screen

and analyze films over seven decades, beginning with the

1930s. Students will also read, discuss, and write about

This course will provide professionally oriented application

of design and skills for developing a collection in apparel

manufacturing. The course will cover production methods

and techniques of costing for different market. Hands on

practice of methods in development of garment groups

and organization of a line. Selection of suitable fabrics,

production pattern, production sample making, and cost

sheet will be covered.

FASHN 18, Computer Assisted Fashion Illustration

and Design 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Fashion 1 and 9A.

Computer-assisted applications are used as tools to design

and create original and innovative work for fashion mar-

keting or fashion design. This is an introductory course

requiring basic computer skills.

FASHN 19, Fashion Marketing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Fashion 1 and 5.

This course will provide students with an understanding

of the psychology, sociology and cultural influences that

affect consumer fashion purchasing behavior. The inter-

action of aspects of the fashion business, including plan-

ning, pricing, promotion and distribution, will be covered.

Students will learn about how to reach targeted customers

locally or globally, with accuracy of products, prices, pro-

motions and channels of distribution.

FASHN 20, Window Display for Fashion 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Fashion 1 and 5.

This course involves study and exploration of the impor-

tance of window display. Students will research different

methods used for window display as a means of fashion

promotion. Evaluation of various techniques used and

comparison of successful displays within each fashion mar-

ket category will be conducted.

FASHN 88A, Independent Studies in Fashion 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

FASHN 88B, Independent Studies in Fashion 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

FASHN 88C, Independent Studies in Fashion 3 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

FASHN 90A, Internship 1 unit

• Prerequisite: A grade point average of 2.0 and an

approved internship prior to enrollment.

The Internship program is designed to provide the student

with on-site practical experience in a related field.

FASHN 90B, Internship 2 units

• Prerequisite: 2.0 grade point average and an

approved internship prior to enrollment.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with on-site practical experience in a related field.

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FILM 20, Beginning Scriptwriting 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: English 1.

Formerly Cinema 11A.

This course is designed to teach the student the basic tools

of scriptwriting for film, television, or theater, focusing on

the aesthetic and commercial demands of each medium.

FILM 21, Advanced Scriptwriting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Film Studies 20.

Formerly Cinema 11B.

This course is designed to provide intermediate level train-

ing in skills required to create scripts for film, television, or

theatre. Techniques of writing and marketing scripts are

explored.

FILM 30, Production Planning for

Film and Video 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Film Studies 20.

Formerly Cinema 3.

This course is designed for students who are interested in

transforming a creative concept into a practical production

plan. By viewing, discussing, and analyzing scripts, televi-

sion, and film, students will learn skills necessary to start

production of a film or video.

FILM 31, Introduction to Digital

Filmmaking 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is an introductory course covering both the basic tech-

niques of digital filmmaking and of critical appreciation,

while emphasizing students’ personal and creative expres-

sion. Topics will include the theory and practice of visual-

ization, the grammar of cinematic storytelling, the aesthet-

ics of various film movements, camera technique, lighting,

sound recording, directing, and other fundamentals relat-

ed to learning the craft of digital filmmaking. Students will

engage in critical appreciation and individual and group

analysis of movies, as well as in filming exercises under the

direct and continuous supervision of their instructor.

FILM 32, Advanced Digital

Filmmaking 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Film Studies 31. Corequisite: Film 32L.

Students must also enroll in Film 32L which constitutes the

lab portion of Advanced Digital Filmmaking.

This course focuses on advanced techniques of digital film-

making and theoretical and critical rubrics, allowing the

student to gain increased proficiency in directing, cinema-

tography, lighting, sound recording, and the acquiring of

images in the HD (High Definition) format. Students learn

the role and responsibilities of the film director during

pre-production, production and post-production. Topics

include the visualization of the screenplay, script break-

down, preparation of shot lists, direction of actors, and the

staging of action for the camera.

women’s roles in these films. The focus is to analyze the

representation of women in each film screened, to discuss

how character roles have changed over time, and to exam-

ine occupation, dress, and rules of behavior.

FILM 7, American Cinema: Crossing Cultures 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Cinema 7. This course satisfies the Santa Monica

College Global Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys American motion pictures that have

been made by filmmakers representing three United

States ethnic groups, including African Americans, Latino

Americans, and Asian Americans. Students will also analyze

Hollywood’s treatment of those ethnic cultures throughout

film history.

FILM 8, The Popular Film Genres 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Cinema 2.

This introductory course surveys the development and

artistic, social, and entertainment ingredients of basic film

genres. Emphasis on such types as the science-fiction film,

western, gangster film, crime and detective thriller (“film

noir”), musical, comedy, or horror film.

FILM 9, The Great Film Makers 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Cinema 4.

This course covers a limited number of film directors,

writers, producers, and/or actors, examining their work in

artistic, social, and historical terms. The course content and

emphasis changes each term.

FILM 10, Film Criticism and Interpretation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Film Studies 1, 2, 4, 5, 7 or 8.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Cinema 10.

Using in-depth studies of a limited number of films and

writings about films, this discussion and workshop course

explores the various approaches to developing sound criti-

cism and interpretation of motion pictures. It also introduc-

es the student to the basic theories of film art and criticism.

FILM 11, Literature into Film 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 3B

• Prerequisite: English 1.

Formerly same course as English 11.

In this course, students will explore literary classics on

screen, comparing the narrative dynamics of cinema and

literature by comparing the text with the film. In so doing,

students will gain an understanding of the text to film

adaptation process, the expressive powers of each, and

each medium’s unique potentialities and deficiencies.

Selected novels, short stories, plays, and nonfiction works

will be examined as each evolves into film.

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FILM 90A, Internship in Film Studies 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Instructor approval. Students must

arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling

in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center

before enrolling.

Students engage in and internship in film studies or film

production under the direction of a faculty member.

Learning objectives and exit internship evaluation are

required. Limited availability.

FILM 90B, Internship in Film Studies 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Instructor approval. Students must

arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling

in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center

before enrolling.

Students engage in and internship in film studies or film

production under the direction of a faculty member.

Learning objectives and exit internship evaluation are

required. Limited availability.

First Aid

See Kinesiology Physical Education Professional Courses

PRO CR 12 for training in emergency care and water safety.

HEALTH 11, First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary

Resuscitation 3 units

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

A course in adult and child CPR (cardio-pulmonary resusci-

tation), AED (Automated External Defibrillator) and basic

first aid. This course will cover emergency care of the ill

and/or injured, including; recognizing and treating life

threatening emergencies such as breathing, choking, cardi-

ac emergencies, severe bleeding, and shock. The treatment

of soft tissue injuries like burns, musculoskeletal, head,

neck, and back injuries, as well as the treatment of medical

emergencies such as sudden illness, poisonings, hypother-

mia and hyperthermia will be covered in this course. Upon

successful course completion, American Red Cross first aid

certificates and CPR certificates are awarded to students.

Additional fees apply for students wishing to pursue

American Red Cross certification.

Foreign Languages

SMC offers courses in American Sign Language, Arabic,

Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Hebrew, Italian,

Japanese, Korean, Persian (Farsi), Portuguese, Russian,

Spanish, and Turkish. Classes are listed under name of

specific language.

French

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Elementary French.

FILM 32L, Advanced Digital Filmmaking

Lab 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Corequisite: Film 32.

Students must also enroll in Film 32.

This is the laboratory component of Film 32. The laboratory

projects will parallel the lecture topics. The lab projects

will pertain to directing, cinematography, lighting, sound

recording, and the acquiring of images in the HD (High

Definition) format. Students will produce elaborate and

well-crafted narrative scenes, working in collaboration

with other students in the class.

FILM 33, Directing the Short Film 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Film Studies 32. Corequisite: Film Studies

33L.

In this course, students prepare, rehearse, direct and edit

a key scene from an original screenplay that will be shot

in its entirety in the lab component course throughout

the semester. Students come up with a unique directorial

vision and narrative point-of-view, apply the appropriate

cinematic style, and realistically schedule and budget the

production of their short films.

FILM 33L, Directing the

Short Film Lab 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Corequisite: Film 33.

Students must also enroll in Film 33.

In this course students will develop and complete a short

film. This course is the laboratory component for Film 33

and will parallel the lecture topics of that course.

FILM 40, Cinematography 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

In this hands-on course, students will delve into the art and

craft of cinematography:the methods and techniques by

which motion picture photography and lighting help give

a film meaning and aesthetic purpose. Through lectures,

demonstrations and exercises in a supervised classroom

environment, students will learn to operate state-of-the-

art digital and electronic equipment while applying the

fundamental principles of lighting, composition, exposure,

focus, lens selection, and camera dynamics into purposeful

visual storytelling.

FILM 50, Production Sound 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides a practical in-depth study of the

fundamental aspects of recording and mixing production

sound for film and television. Subjects include: introduction

to production sound equipment, location sound record-

ing and mixing techniques, on-set sound assessment and

troubleshooting, digital audio workstation basics, along

with dialogue and ADR (automated dialogue replacement)

recording and editing.

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FRENCH 31A, Practical French 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop effective communica-

tion skills. It emphasizes the use of set-up phrases, idiom-

atic expressions, correct pronunciation and intonation,

development of useful vocabulary, and ability to com-

municate without hesitation in a given situation. This

course does not fulfill the language requirement. This

course is taught in French unless in cases of linguistic dif-

ficulty as determined by the professor.

FRENCH 31S, Practical French 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop effective communication

skills. It emphasizes the use of set-up phrases, idiomatic

expressions, correct pronunciation and intonation, devel-

opment of useful vocabulary, and ability to communicate

without hesitation in a given situation. This course does

not fulfill the language requirement. It is only offered con-

currently with French 1 in 6-week sessions and the Study

Abroad Program.

Geographic Information

Systems

GIS 19, Geographic Information Systems for

Business 3 units

Transfer: CSU

A working knowledge of Windows and the Internet or

concurrent enrollment in GIS is recommended. Formerly

same course as CIS 19.

This introductory course focuses on understanding and

utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) solutions

in business and is not a substitute for the basic GIS course.

Students will apply the use of ArcView GIS to identify and

display retail markets, evaluate the suitability of sites for

establishing or relocating a business or to expand sales

territories.

GIS 19 is the same course as Geography 19. Students may

receive credit for one, but not both.

GIS 20, Introduction to Geographic Information

Systems 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

GIS are computer-based systems used to collect, store and

analyze geographic information. This course will present

the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

science and its applications to spatial data management.

Topics include: Identification and acquisition of GIS data;

Assessment of vector and raster systems, scale, resolution,

map projection, coordinate systems, georeferencing and

Global Positioning Systems (GPS). Spatial analysis and mod-

eling with GIS will also be presented.

GIS is the same course as Geography 20 and Computer

Information Systems 20. Students may receive credit for

one, but not both.

FRENCH 1, Elementary French I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the students to basic vocabulary

and fundamental sentence structures in the present and

past. Pronunciation, grammar and everyday vocabulary

are stressed as indispensable tools for comprehension and

expression. French customs, culture and everyday life are

also highlighted. The course is taught in French except in

cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

Language lab is required.

FRENCH 2, Elementary French II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required

for UC only)

• Prerequisite: French 1*.

This course completes the basics of the language further

stressing pronunciation, grammar and everyday vocabulary

as indispensable tools for comprehension. It also includes

simplified readings highlighting French customs, culture,

and everyday life. This course is taught in French except in

cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

Language lab is required.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to two years

of high school French.

FRENCH 3, Intermediate French I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: French 2*.

This course reviews French grammar emphasizing idiomatic

construction and expressions. Oral discussions and conver-

sations are based on selected readings from contemporary

French literature. The course is taught in French except in

cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

*The Prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school French.

FRENCH 4, Intermediate French II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: French 3*.

This course continues the review of functional French

grammar with emphasis upon idiomatic constructions and

expressions. Oral discussions are based on selected readings

from contemporary French literature. This course is taught

in French except in cases of linguistic difficulty as deter-

mined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to four

years of high school French.

FRENCH 8, Conversational French 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: French 2*.

This course provides an opportunity to acquire fluency in

spoken French with emphasis on natural, colloquial use.

This course is taught in French unless in cases of linguistic

difficulty as determined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school French.

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C-ID: GEOG 110.

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*Maximum credit allowed for Geography 1 and 5 is one

course (4 units).

This course surveys the distribution and relationships of

environmental elements in our atmosphere, lithosphere,

hydrosphere and biosphere, including weather, climate,

water resources, landforms, soils, natural vegetation, and

wildlife. Focus is on the systems and cycles of our natural

world, including the effects of the sun and moon on envi-

ronmental processes, and the roles played by humans.

GEOG 2, Introduction to Human Geography 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: GEOG 120.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is a study of humanity and its planetary home

of distinctive places, spaces, landscapes, and environments.

The course systematically considers geographic patterns,

processes, and issues, beginning with the basic questions of

Where? and Why There? Specific topics examined include

human population change and migration; agriculture and

food systems; urban-economic development; cultural and

environmental change in an age of globalization, with spe-

cific attention paid to language, religion, ethnic identity,

and biodiversity; and international geopolitics.

GEOG 3, Weather and Climate 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: GEOG 130.

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a survey of the earth’s atmosphere, with

special reference to the causes and regional distribu-

tion of weather and climate. The nature and causes of

winds, clouds, precipitation, and severe storms are studied.

Students will learn techniques of local weather observation

and prediction.

GEOG 5, Physical Geography with Lab 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

C-ID: GEOG 115.

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum credit allowed for Geography 1 and 5 is one

course (4 units).

This course surveys the distribution and relationships of

environmental elements in our atmosphere, lithosphere,

hydrosphere and biosphere, including weather, climate,

water resources, landforms, soils, natural vegetation, and

wildlife. Focus is on the systems and cycles of our natu-

ral world, including the effects of the sun and moon on

environmental processes, and the roles played by humans.

Laboratory work emphasizes the practical application of

concepts presented in lecture, introduces the student to

some of the tools and methods used in Physical Geography,

and may include field study opportunities.

Students may receive credit for either Geography 1 or 5

but not both.

GIS 21, Geographic information Systems for Law

Enforcement 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly same course as CIS 21.

This introductory course will focus on understanding and

utilizing GIS for law enforcement. Students will utilize

Arc View GIS software in a hands-on computer setting to

identify and display crime data, evaluate Part I and II crime

activity, gang activity, etc., on maps. Emphasis will be on

GPS locations of crime incidents, clustering of thefts, bur-

glaries, rapes, bank robberies, and plot victim locational

and demographic characteristics. Students will track and

evaluate patrol assignments and fleet unit routing to cre-

ate more effective utilization patterns. US Census, DOJ CRS

and local governmental data shall be utilized in creating

crime maps.

GIS 22, GIS in Disaster Management 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course focuses on understanding and utiliz-

ing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Disaster

Management. Students will use ARC View and other map-

ping information systems to mitigate, plan and respond

to weather storm related conditions such as earthquakes,

toxic and chemical air releases, and other hazards. This

course is designed to enable students to identify areas that

might be affected by natural and manmade disasters.

GIS 23, Intermediate Geographic Information

Systems 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Geography 20 or GIS 20.

Formerly same course as CIS 23.

This course emphasizes GIS principles and methodology

used in both the private and public sectors. Hands-on appli-

cations using both raster and vector data and technology

will expose students to more advanced understanding of

GIS. Students will learn various methods of data acquisi-

tion, including Global Positioning Systems (GPS) as well

as the World Wide Web. The add-on modules extend the

analytical capabilities of ArcView and allow input of map

features and conversion of feature themes from raster to

vector. This course will also provide an introduction to sev-

eral of ArcView’s extension including Spatial Analyst and

3D Analyst. Students will complete a Model Builder to be

used in siting new solar sites. Spatial Analysis will include

slope and aspect maps, neighborhood and zone analysis.

The course will present single and multi-layer statistical

operations including classification, coordination, and mod-

eling analysis.

GIS 23 is the same course as Geography 23. Students may

receive credit for one, but not both.

Geography

All Geography classes include environmental and/or urban

studies material in the course content.

GEOG 1, Introduction to Natural

Environment 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

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significant issues--cultural, social, political-economic, and

environmental--impacting humanity today as both prob-

lem and possibility. In particular, this course considers the

diverse localized impacts of globalization as a continuing

story of peoples and places isolated and connected by

imperial, colonial, and international systems of the past

and present.

Geography 11 is the same course as Global Studies 11.

Students may earn credit for one but not both.

GEOG 14, Geography of California 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: GEOG 140.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys the physical and human geography of

California and the process shaping its landscapes. Topics

include natural features and resources, such as geology,

climate, plants and animals, and hydrology. Historical and

current trends in human population, migration, and settle-

ment patterns are considered, including a review of the

state’s major cultural groups. Primary and advanced eco-

nomic activities are examined within modern rural and

urban settings. Emphasis is on the profound connections

between these topics, on California’s unequaled diversity,

and the rapid change that is transforming our people and

its landscapes.

GEOG 19, Geographic Information Systems for

Business 3 units

Transfer: CSU

A working knowledge of Windows and the Internet or

concurrent enrollment in GIS is recommended. Formerly

same course as CIS 19.

This introductory course focuses on understanding and

utilizing Geographic Information (GIS) solutions in business

and is not a substitute for the basic GIS course. Students

will apply the use of ArcView GIS to identify and display

retail markets, evaluate the suitability of sites for establish-

ing or relocating a business or to expand sales territories.

Geography 19 is the same course as GIS 19. Students may

receive credit for one, but not both.

GEOG 20, Introduction to Geographic Information

Systems 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: GEOG 155.

• Prerequisite: None.

GIS are computer-based systems used to collect, store and

analyze geographic information. This course will present

the concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

science and its applications to spatial data management.

Topics include: Identification and acquisition of GIS data;

Assessment of vector and raster systems, scale, resolution,

map projection, coordinate systems, georeferencing and

Global Positioning Systems (GPS). Spatial analysis and mod-

eling with GIS will also be presented.

Geography 20 is the same course as GIS 20 and CIS 20.

Students may earn credit for one course only.

GEOG 7, Introduction to Environmental

Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This introductory course will use an interdisciplinary

approach to provide students with a broad perspective on

environmental problems and solutions. Students will be

introduced to the strategies used by scientists, economists,

political analysts, and other writers and researchers to

investigate and analyze environmental and urban issues,

human/nature relationships, natural and built environ-

ments, and environmental citizenship.

Geography 7 is the same course as Environmental Studies 7.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

GEOG 8, Introduction to Urban Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 cit-

ies 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 par-

ticular, 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.

Geography 8 is the same course as Urban Studies 8.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

GEOG 10, Living in a Hazardous Environment 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a study of hazards and their effect on humans

and the natural environment. It includes an analysis of

volcanoes, earthquakes, floods, droughts, hurricanes, tor-

nadoes, catastrophic mass wasting, fires, and the effects

of terrorism. This course focuses on appropriate responses

from law enforcement personnel, fire technicians, and

public sector managers.

GEOG 11, World Geography: Introduction to Global

Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: GEOG 125.

IGETC AREA 4E (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course introduces Global Studies through a survey

of the world’s major geographic regions. Students will

encounter core concepts related to processes of global

connection and change, while also developing basic geo-

graphic literacy in the distribution of human and natural

features on Earth. Students will examine and discuss

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This course will introduce students to field methods in

Geoscience, including Geology and Geography. Students

will apply the scientific method to their field queries, learn

how to design and implement field-based research, and

standard protocols such as obtaining required permitting

to access field sites. They will also be introduced to com-

monly used field instruments, practice using these instru-

ments to gather data in a field setting, and communicate

results and data interpretation in conventional scientific

formats. Field trip attendance is required.

Geography 94 is the same course as Geology 94. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

Geology

GEOL 1, Physical Geology without Lab 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

C-ID: GEOL 100.

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum credit allowed for Geology 1 and 4 is one

course (4 units).

This course illustrates the many geologic processes that

have shaped our planet. Lecture topics include rocks, min-

erals, landslides, streams, ground water, glaciers, oceans,

earthquakes, and plate tectonics. Upon completion of

this course, the student will have a greater awareness and

understanding of their constantly changing environment.

GEOL 3, Introduction to Environmental

Geology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 5 (Physical Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an introduction to geologic hazards and

resources. The primary focus is geologic settings that pro-

duce regions with different types of geologic hazards, the

specific hazards and mitigation techniques associated with

those regions, and the formation and utilization of geolog-

ic resources. Topics include earthquakes, volcanoes, floods

and groundwater, fossil fuels, rock and mineral resources,

and problems associated with resource use.

GEOL 4, Physical Geology with Lab 4 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

C-ID: GEOL 101.

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum credit allowed for Geology 1 and 4 is one

course (4 units).

This course presents an introduction to geologic pro-

cesses that have shaped the Earth. Lecture topics include

formation of the Earth, plate tectonics, rocks, minerals,

earthquakes, geologic structures, geologic time, coastal

processes, and groundwater. Laboratory exercises expand

this information by dealing with rock and mineral identifi-

cation, topographic and geologic map interpretation, and

the interpretation aerial photographs. Upon completion of

this course, the student will have a good understanding of

the processes that form major features on Earth.

GEOG 23, Intermediate Geographic Information

Systems 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Geography 20.

Formerly same course as CIS 23.

This course emphasizes GIS principles and methodology

used in both the private and public sectors. Hands-on appli-

cations using both raster and vector data and technology

will expose students to more advanced understanding of

GIS. Students will learn various methods of data acquisi-

tion, including Global Positioning Systems (GPS) as well

as the World Wide Web. The add-on modules extend the

analytical capabilities of ArcView and allow input of map

features and conversion of feature themes from raster to

vector. This course will also provide an introduction to sev-

eral of ArcView’s extension including Spatial Analyst and

3D Analyst. Students will complete a Model Builder to be

used in siting new solar sites. Spatial Analysis will include

slope and aspect maps, neighborhood and zone analysis.

The course will present single and multi-layer statistical

operations including classification, coordination, and mod-

eling analysis.

Geography 23 is the same course as GIS 23. Students may

receive credit for one, but not both.

GEOG 24, Geospatial Imagery: Maps for the Twenty-

First Century 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces methods for visualizing the natural

and cultural features of Earth’s surface. Fundamentals of

traditional map and air-photo interpretation are covered,

as well as newer technologies including satellite imag-

ery, global positioning systems (GPS), and Internet-based

applications. Emphasis is placed on use and interpretation

of maps and other geospatial information. Class time will

combine lecture and lab work.

GEOG 35F, Field Study: California 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course combines classroom and laboratory studies

with actual field studies in geography. Field experiences

are designed to apply basic geographic concepts and tech-

niques in the study of diverse landscapes and the processes

shaping them. Students will attend two 3-hour lecture

classes and are required to attend two planned weekend

field trips that include California coastal, mountain, and

desert locations.

GEOG 35S, Geography Field Studies 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course combines classroom and laboratory studies

with actual field studies in geography. Field experiences

are designed to apply basic geographic concepts and tech-

niques in the study of diverse landscapes and the processes

shaping them.

GEOG 94, Introduction to Geoscience Field Methods

2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Science 10 or Geology 4 or Geography 5.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

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of geologic features in field settings. Field experiences are

intended to provide students with first hand observations

and an understanding of several Earth processes and their

products including underground caverns, sand dunes, vol-

canoes and erosional features. Students will attend a series

of three 3-hour lecture classes and are required to attend

one overnight field trip to Central California.

GEOL 35D, Geology Field Studies: Death Valley

and the Basin 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course combines classroom and field studies of the

geology of the Basin and Range desert of California and

Nevada. Lectures are designed to prepare the student

for the examination of geologic features in field settings.

Field experiences are intended to provide students with

first hand observations and an understanding of several

Earth processes and their products including underground

caverns, sand dunes, volcanoes and erosional features.

Students will attend a series of three 3-hour lecture classes

and are required to attend one overnight field trip to the

Basin and Range desert.

GEOL 94, Introduction to Geoscience Field

Methods 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Science 10 or Geology 4 or Geography 5.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course will introduce students to field methods in

Geoscience, including Geology and Geography. Students

will apply the scientific method to their field queries, learn

how to design and implement field-based research, and

standard protocols such as obtaining required permitting

to access field sites. They will also be introduced to com-

monly used field instruments, practice using these instru-

ments to gather data in a field setting, and communicate

results and data interpretation in conventional scientific

formats. Field trip attendance is required.

Geology 94 is the same course as Geography 94. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

German

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Elementary German.

GERMAN 1, Elementary German I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

The German courses at Santa Monica College use a com-

municative approach to teaching the German language.

The course is designed to give students the ability to

understand, speak, read and write simple German. Primary

goals are to introduce beginning students to basic struc-

tures of the German language by developing vocabulary

and a command of idiomatic expressions; to familiarize

students with sentence structure through written exercises

and short compositions; to give students a basic foundation

in German history and culture; and to interest students in

traveling to German-speaking countries. Language lab is

required.

GEOL 5, Earth History 4 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Science + lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an introduction to the history of Earth and

its evolution including surface environments, atmosphere,

oceans, and life. Sedimentary rocks are studied for strati-

graphic relationships, environmental indicators, and bio-

logic significance to reconstruct the geological and biologi-

cal evolution of Earth over time. Numerical methods, like

geochronology, are also employed to assign absolute ages

to past environments. The combination of both relative

and numerical methods to the study of plate tectonics and

geologic structures will allow the student to understand

how Earth history is reconstructed. A particular emphasis is

placed on the study of North American sequences.

GEOL 10, Exploration of the Solar System 3 units

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• Advisory: Astronomy 2 or 4 or Geology 1 or 4.

This course provides a geologic and astronomic view of

solar system exploration. Current knowledge of the geol-

ogy of other planets, natural satellites and asteroids is

discussed. Current studies in planetary science and how to

access and utilize data collected from modern and historic

planetary missions and Earth-based studies are also exam-

ined.

Geology 10 is the same course as Astronomy 10. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

GEOL 31, Introduction to Physical

Oceanography 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides the student with an understanding

of the physical and geological aspects of oceanography.

Lecture topics include the origin of the oceans, plate tec-

tonics, sea floor topography, waves, beaches, estuaries,

lagoons, and lakes. Completion of this course will give

the student a greater knowledge of the fascinating and

dynamic world of the oceans.

GEOL 35, Field Studies: California 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course combines classroom and field studies of

California geology. Lectures are designed to prepare the

student for the examination of geologic features in the

field setting. Field experience is intended to provide stu-

dents with first hand observations and an understanding

of earth processes and their products. Students will learn

to take notes and make diagrams in the field to be used in

the preparation of a written report. Students will attend

three 3-hour lecture classes and are required to attend an

overnight field trip to a location of geological interest in

California.

GEOL 35C, Field Studies: Central California 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course combines classroom and field studies of the

geology of Central California, coast and interiors. Lectures

are designed to prepare the student for the examination

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Global Studies

GLOBAL STUDIES 3, Global Media 3 units

Transfer: CSU, UC

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course provides a detailed introduction to global

media systems around the world, examining the main

economic and cultural dimensions of the international

media environment. Key theoretical approaches to inter-

national and global communication will be examined.

Consideration will be given to the key issues, main actors,

and significant developments in global media.

Global Studies 3 is the same course as Media 3. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

GLOBAL STUDIES 5, International Political Economy:

Introduction to Global Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social Science)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course offers an interdisciplinary introduction to

the fields of Global Studies and International Political

Economy. Students will analyze critically the role of nation-

al governments, international organizations, nongovern-

mental organizations, and multinational corporations, in

regard to phenomena such as, international markets and

production regimes, monetary and trade policy, interna-

tional and global conflict, and environmental degrada-

tion. Contending theoretical and ideological perspectives

regarding international systems, processes, and trends will

be applied and evaluated.

Global Studies 5 is the same course as Economics 5 and

Political Science 5. Students may earn credit for only one

course.

GLOBAL STUDIES 10, Global Issues 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This introductory course offers an interdisciplinary approach

to exploring the origins, current status, trends and possible

solutions of major global issues. Students will examine

multiple issues of concern such as international war and

conflict, global inequality, food, water, energy, climate

change, population growth, migration, and social change.

This Global Studies course will emphasize interdisciplinary

inquiry by drawing upon both the holistic body of work in

global studies, as well as the approaches of related fields

such as anthropology, economics, environmental studies,

geography, history, philosophy, political science, psychol-

ogy, sociology, and women’s studies.

GLOBAL STUDIES 11, World Geography: Introduction

to Global Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

GERMAN 2, Elementary German II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required

for UC only)

• Prerequisite: German 1*.

This course is a continuation of German 1 with additional

stress on conversation, reading, and essential grammatical

elements. Aspects of German culture and history are cov-

ered as well. Language lab is required.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to two years

of high school German.

GERMAN 3, Intermediate German I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: German 2*.

This course reviews German grammar, emphasizing idiom-

atic construction and expressions. Discussions and inter-

pretations are based on selected readings from German

literature and a variety of cultural topics. This course is

taught in German except in cases of linguistic difficulty as

determined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school German.

GERMAN 4, Intermediate German II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: German 3*.

This course stresses the finer grammatical points, idioms,

and vocabulary used every day and in literature. The course

is highlighted by intensive and extensive reading and

discussion and interpretations of more advanced German

works on literature, philosophy, and culture. This course is

taught in German except in cases of linguistic difficulty as

determined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to four

years of high school German.

GERMAN 8, Conversational German 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: German 2.

This course provides an opportunity to acquire intermedi-

ate fluency in spoken German with emphasis on natural,

colloquial usage. New vocabulary and idiomatic phrases

will be emphasized, and the students will hold conversa-

tions in German during each class. This course is taught

in German except in cases of linguistic difficulty as deter-

mined by the professor.

GERMAN 31A, Practical German 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for students with no previous

knowledge of German. It develops basic conversation skills

in the present tense, emphasizing the use of setup phrases,

idiomatic expressions, correct pronunciation, development

of useful vocabulary and the ability to communicate at a

practical and basic level. This course is taught in German

except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the

professor.

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GR DES 21, Electronic PrePress and

Publishing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides an introduction to electronic publish-

ing, printing, and the history of printing and other areas

of graphic communications. It includes orientation to the

computer, typesetting, electronic page layout software,

camera work, basic stripping, platemaking, proofing, press-

work, quality control techniques, and post-press opera-

tions. Students will learn to operate Macintosh computers

and various models of printing presses to reproduce vari-

ous types of camera-ready artwork.

GR DES 31, Graphic Design Studio 1 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This studio course introduces the graphic design process—

concept, visualization, documentation, and professional

presentation. With an emphasis on visual communication

strategies, students will explore the fundamental text/

image interaction and develop various types of graphic

identity designs including symbolic, pictorial or typograph-

ic. First in a sequence of three.

GR DES 33, Typography Design 1 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Graphic Design 18.

This studio course introduces classical typography--tra-

dition, terminology, specification, and production. With

an emphasis on legibility and craftsmanship, students

will develop rectilinear typographic compositions while

learning type indication, comping, and professional pre-

sentation techniques. This is the first in a sequence of two

courses.

GR DES 34, Publication and Page Design I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This computer course introduces students to Adobe

InDesign, a page layout computer application. Students

will learn to incorporate type and imagery into creative

projects, such as brochures, print publications and posters.

GR DES 35, Sketching For Graphic Design 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This studio course is an introduction to sketching funda-

mentals for Graphic Design and focuses on sketching as an

element of the design process. The course includes sketch-

ing and drawing principles and techniques such as observa-

tion, attention to format and proportion, perspective and

composition. Students will develop and practice techniques

employed by working designers to quickly create sketches

for concept, storytelling, layout, prototyping, and presen-

tation to design teams and clients.

GR DES 38, Digital Illustration 1 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Graphic Design 35.

This computer course is designed for students interested

in the computer as a digital illustration tool and covers

the basics of computer illustration and its use in print and

web-based media. Students will create vector-based art-

C-ID: GEOG 125.

IGETC AREA 4E (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course introduces Global Studies through a survey

of the world’s major geographic regions. Students will

encounter core concepts related to processes of global

connection and change, while also developing basic geo-

graphic literacy in the distribution of human and natural

features on Earth. Students will examine and discuss

significant issues--cultural, social, political-economic, and

environmental--impacting humanity today as both prob-

lem and possibility. In particular, this course considers the

diverse localized impacts of globalization as a continuing

story of peoples and places isolated and connected by

imperial, colonial, and international systems of the past

and present.

Global Studies 11 is the same course as Geography 11.

Students may earn credit for one but not both.

GLOBAL 35, Global Citizenship Field Study 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course supports a diverse range of academic offer-

ings that combine field-based learning and/or research in

the context of global citizenship. This course explores the

human, scientific, theoretical and/or ecological dimensions

of our world. Set in a variety of international and domestic

locations, each field study offering will focus on a discipline

specific aspect of the location to expand student under-

standing of both the discipline and the location.

GLOBAL STUDIES 95, Global Los Angeles –

Experiential Learning 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a practicum in global studies in a local setting.

As a hands-on course, students will engage in experiential

learning outside the classroom through various agencies

which have significant ties to international/global issues.

Each student will develop a reading list, customized to

their particular agency’s focus and complete a minimum

of 30 hours of volunteer work with that agency. Students

are required to complete a faculty-led orientation and

submit academically-sound reflection journals to the SMC

instructor. By applying theoretical ideas and empirical data

to their experiences, students develop a deeper under-

standing of international and global relations and issues,

particularly as they impact the target population(s) of the

organization with which students are working.

This course is offered on a credit-no credit basis only.

Graphic Design

GR DES 18, Introduction to Graphic Design

Applications 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This computer course provides an overview of digital appli-

cations used in the field of Graphic Design: Photoshop,

Illustrator and InDesign. Also covered: Operation Systems,

file management and computer navigation basics.

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• Skills Advisory: Graphic Design 35.

Created for students interested in the computer as an

illustration tool, this extension of Graphic Design 38 begins

with simple black and white drawings and progresses to

advanced techniques for more involved, multi-layered

color illustrations. This class is taught with Macintosh com-

puters.

GR DES 60, Design Research 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Design research allows designers to avoid making decisions

based on personal opinion and to make decisions based

on true user needs. This course will cover how to plan and

conduct design research to uncover user needs and issues.

Students will build their understanding of the design

research process and will exit with the ability to develop

and manage their own design research projects in client

and professional environments. Additionally, students will

build a small portfolio of real-world, user-centered design

research documents that will enable them to demonstrate

their research experience to both clients and employers.

GR DES 61, User Experience Design 1 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 65.

User Experience Design (UX) focuses on the quality of expe-

rience a person has when interacting with a specific design.

A UX Designer focuses on the needs and wants of the user,

as well as ease-of-use, and designs for the best possible

user experience. This course will cover the design process,

documentation, and tools used within the UX field. Topics

include user research, information architecture, interac-

tion design, prototyping, and usability testing. Following

a design process, students will collaborate to research, cri-

tique, and design a project that includes prototyping and

user-testing.

GR DES 62, User Experience Design 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 61.

This course will use knowledge acquired in User Experience

Design 1 to research, critique, and design a project using

UX methodologies at an advanced level. This class will

cover the process, techniques and artifacts used within

the UX field. Topics include qualitative versus quantitative

research, interface design, interaction design, prototyping,

and usability testing. Following a design process, students

will collaborate to research, critique, and design a project

using techniques such as storyboards, personas, experience/

journey maps, card sorting, mental models, and collabora-

tive design to prototype and test with users.

GR DES 64, Digital Imaging for Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly same course as Entertainment Technology 37.

Using Adobe Photoshop, this computer class teaches stu-

dents how to scan, manipulate, and enhance digital images

for graphic reproduction and use on the web. Includes

retouching, color adjustment and color correction tech-

niques.

work, manipulate type and learn how to create dynamic

content and illustrations for print and online delivery using

an industry standard application, Adobe Illustrator. This

course also explores fundamental design concepts and

finding creative solutions using Illustrator’s multiplicity of

tools.

GR DES 41, Graphic Design Studio 2 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 31.

This studio course introduces the application of graphic

identity designs to corporate identity programs, retail

identity systems, and other uses, primarily in 2D. With an

emphasis on visual problem-solving strategies, students will

generate design criteria research, analysis, design implica-

tions, and design system development. This is the second in

a sequence of three courses.

GR DES 43, Typography Design 2 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 33.

• Skills Advisory: Graphic Design 31.

This studio design course provides a survey of typography

history and current design directions to inspire the develop-

ment of dynamic, contemporary typographic compositions.

With an emphasis on visual communication strategies, stu-

dents will explore the metaphoric and stylistic refinement

of text—the fundamental element of graphic design style.

This is the second in a sequence of two courses.

GR DES 44, Publication and Page Design 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 34.

A continuation of Graphic Design 34, this lecture-lab course

stresses the use of Adobe InDesign to develop professional

solutions to page layout design problems.

GR DES 50, Graphic Design Portfolio and

Professional Practices 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 33 and 66.

This studio course focuses on the development of an effec-

tive communication design portfolio and addresses the pro-

cess of building a portfolio that meets the current profes-

sional industry standards for presenting work to potential

employers and clients. Emphasis is placed on developing a

portfolio that displays a comprehensive understanding of

what industry is looking for in a designer or what is needed

to transfer. This course also covers professional practices for

designers including information regarding freelancing and

working with clients.

GR DES 51, Graphic Design Studio 3 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 41.

This studio course introduces the development of multi-

faceted promotional design programs with applications

in 2-D and 3-D. With an emphasis on unifying concepts,

students will create comprehensive design programs which

may include print, packaging, advertising, media, and envi-

ronments. This is the third in a sequence of three courses.

GR DES 54, Digital Illustration 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 38.

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GR DES 71B, Motion Graphics 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 71.

Formerly Entertainment Technology 59.

This hands-on course focuses on communication design and

common professional uses of advanced motion graphics.

Students will conceptualize, design and produce innovative

time-based visual communication solutions using motion

design theory and techniques. Exploring a wide range of

applications (film, web, television, communication design,

branding and advertising), students will create projects

with advanced techniques for animation and visual effects

in broadcast design, film titles and video production by

combining typography, graphics and narrative storytelling.

GR DES 75, Mobile Design 1 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 61 and 66.

This design course focuses on designing for mobile touch-

screen interfaces including smartphones and tablets.

Mobile design requires the skill of designing for smaller,

hand-held devices and has its own set of characteristics and

constraints. Students will conceptualize, design, and imple-

ment low-fidelity design prototypes of apps for mobile

devices. Projects will cover best practices for designing

for mobile devices and will cover the basics of mobile app

prototyping including design process, interface design, and

interaction design patterns.

This course is not a mobile app development or program-

ming course. For such courses, please see our Computer

Science course offerings.

GR DES 76, Mobile Design 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 61 and 75.

This design course focuses on designing apps for mobile

touchscreen devices including smartphones and tablets.

This class will use knowledge acquired in Mobile Design 1

to conceptualize, design, and implement interactive design

prototypes for mobile devices at an intermediate level.

Projects will include designing, user testing, and creating

mobile app design prototypes.

This course is not a mobile app development or program-

ming course. For such courses, please see our Computer

Science course offerings.

GR DES 88A, Independent Studies in Graphic Design

1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

GR DES 88 B, Independent Studies in Graphic Design

2 units

Transfer: CSU

GR DES 90A, Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in the class.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the students

with “real life” experience in a graphic design environ-

ment. Students will work with a local firm to apply graphic

design principles.

GR DES 65, Web Design 1 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Graphic Design 18 or Entertainment

Technology 11.

This design course is an introduction to web design for

students with a basic knowledge of computers and graphic

design applications. Students will learn to think critically

about contemporary web design and apply basic design

principles. Components of web design such as the grid,

color, navigation, composition, and typography will be

discussed. Other topics include web hosting, file manage-

ment, FTP, target audience, design process, site maps,

optimizing images, HTML, CSS, and the basics of responsive

web design. Students will design and build a website.

GR DES 66, Web Design 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 61, 64, and 65.

Formerly Entertainment Technology 16.

This design course builds on the design concepts and fun-

damentals covered in Graphic Design 65 and focuses on

best practices for the design and production of responsive

websites. Design issues such as design process, under-

standing the user, web typography and design prototyp-

ing will be addressed. Technical topics include HTML5,

CSS3, responsive web design, embedded fonts and media.

Students will design and create a website from start to fin-

ish utilizing the skills learned in this course.

GR DES 67, Web Design 3 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 61 and Graphic Design

66.

This advanced project-based web design course builds on

the design concepts and technical knowledge acquired in

Graphic Design 66 and focuses on designing and building

a commercial-quality website. Working in teams, students

will participate in the design and production of a medium-

sized website. Students will go through the design process

from research to launch and discuss how to best work with

a client. Technical issues addressed include HTML and CSS,

content management systems, responsive design, and site

maintenance. Students will conceptualize, design, and pro-

duce a complete commercial-quality website.

GR DES 71, Motion Graphics 1 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 64; Prerequisite/

Corequisite: Graphic Design 33 (Graphic Design 33 can

be taken concurrently with Graphic Design 71).

Formerly Entertainment Technology 58.

This hands-on course focuses on communication design for

motion. Students will conceptualize, design and produce

visual communication solutions using motion. Motion

Graphics is a form of communication with a range of appli-

cations: film, television, communication design, branding,

advertising and web. Projects will cover best practices for

animation and visual effects in broadcast design, film titles,

and video production by combining narrative storytelling,

graphics and typography.

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therapies, energy therapies, and global perspectives of

Integrative Health practice.

Health Occupations

See also Occupational Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, and

Nursing. For Inhalation Therapy see Respiratory Therapy.

RN Nurses who take Continuing Education courses at SMC

use BRN provider #01050.

HEALTH 61, Medical Terminology 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to build the student’s medical and

professional vocabulary as required for a career in the

medical field or allied health sciences. Students undertake

a comprehensive study of medical terminology with an

emphasis on determining meanings by dividing words into

their component parts. An overview of anatomy by each

body system, including diagnostic, pathologic, therapeu-

tic, surgical and pharmacologic terminology is completed.

Common clinical procedures, laboratory tests and abbrevia-

tions are also included.

Hebrew

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Elementary Hebrew.

HEBREW 1, Elementary Hebrew I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course teaches the primary fundamentals of classical

and modern Hebrew. Grammar and pronunciation, as well

as reading and writing skills are developed. The approach

is modified audio-lingual utilizing both spoken and written

Hebrew. Examples are taken from traditional sources and

modern Israeli culture and customs. Language laboratory

is required.

HEBREW 2, Elementary Hebrew II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required

for UC only)

• Prerequisite: Hebrew 1*.

This course completes instruction in the essential funda-

mentals of the Hebrew language. Reading, writing, pro-

nunciation, and advanced grammar are taught. Examples

are taken from both traditional sources and modern Israeli

culture and customs. Language lab is required.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to two years

of high school Hebrew.

HEBREW 3, Intermediate Hebrew 1 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Hebrew 2*.

This course covers the linguistic, cultural and historical ele-

ments that are essential for acquiring Hebrew language

at the intermediate level. Class discussions, writing assign-

ments and tests are based on a variety of literary,cultural

and historical readings and materials. This course provides

GR DES 90B, Internship 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in the class.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the students

with “real life” experience in a graphic design environ-

ment. Students will work with a local firm to apply graphic

arts principles.

GR DES 90C, Internship 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in the class.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a graphic design environ-

ment. Students will work with a local firm to apply graphic

arts principles.

Health Education

See also Kinesiology Physical Education Professional Courses

PRO CR 12 for training in first aid and water safety, and

First Aid HEALTH 11 for training in CPR.

HEALTH 10, Fundamentals of Healthful Living 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop proper attitudes toward

healthful living. Topics include developmental tasks of

young adults; mental health and stress; cause and preven-

tion of diseases; effects of alcohol, tobacco and drugs; sexu-

ality and fertility management; aging; and environmental

and health management issues.

HEALTH 60, Multicultural Health and Healing

Practices 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course introduces the student to the health and

healing beliefs and practices among people from cultur-

ally diverse backgrounds. Cultural concepts applicable to

health and wellness behavior are examined. The health,

healing beliefs and practices of select American cultural

groups: Native, Asian, African, Latino, and European, will

be studied in the larger context of the American health

care delivery system.

HEALTH 60 is the same course as NURSNG 60. Students may

earn credit for one but not both.

HEALTH 70, Integrative Health 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the field of Integrative Health as

it is practiced in modern healthcare settings. Integrative

Health addresses wellness of the whole person: body,

mind, and spirit. The course will explore the major domains

of Integrative Health, and the philosophies of health and

healing that unite all of these domains. Topics include cur-

rent education, practice, and research in natural products,

mind-body-spirit therapies, manipulative and body based

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HIST 3, British Civilization I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the development of British Civilization

from Roman times to the Restoration of 1660. It addresses

the significant social, economic, political, intellectual, and

artistic transformations that shaped British and Irish his-

tory, from Roman occupation through the medieval period

and the political and religious upheavals of the English

Reformation, Civil Wars, and Restoration.

HIST 4, British Civilization II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the development of British Civilization

from the Restoration of 1660 into the early twenty-first

century. It addresses the significant social, economic, politi-

cal, intellectual, and artistic transformations that shaped

British and Irish history, including the development of a

constitutional monarchy, the industrial revolution, estab-

lishment of a global empire, Irish independence, involve-

ment in world wars, the emergence of Thatcher conserva-

tism, and beyond.

HIST 5, History of Latin America 1 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the history of Latin America, from its

pre-Columbian origins to the end of the colonial period

in the early nineteenth century. Using a thematic and

chronological approach, it addresses the initial encounters

between pre-Columbians, Iberians, and West Africans; the

subsequent development of Iberian political, economic,

social, and cultural colonialism; and the movements for

political change.

HIST 6, History of Latin America 2 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys modern Latin American history from

independence to the present. Using a thematic and chron-

ological approach, it addresses post-colonial developments

in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean,

including such topics as the social and cultural challenges of

nation-building and economic growth through periods of

political conflict to contemporary globalization.

HIST 10, Ethnicity and American Culture 3 units

Transfer: UC (meets UC Berkeley American Cultures

graduation requirement), CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities) or 4F (Social & Behavioral

Sciences)

+ satisfies CSU U.S. History graduation requirement

• Prerequisite: None.

an in depth review of the Hebrew grammar, verb system,

idioms and vocabulary. Students develop more sophisti-

cated and structurally advanced writing skills. This course is

taught in Hebrew except in cases of linguistic difficulty as

determined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school Hebrew.

HEBREW 4, Intermediate Hebrew 2 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Hebrew 3*.

This course covers the linguistic, cultural and historical ele-

ments that are essential for acquiring Hebrew language

at the high intermediate level. Class discussions, writing

assignments and tests are based on a variety of films and

readings from diverse literary genres. This course provides

an in depth review of the Hebrew grammar, verb system,

idioms and vocabulary. Students refine their writing skills.

This course is taught in Hebrew except in cases of linguistic

difficulty as determined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to four

years of high school Hebrew.

HEBREW 8, Conversational Hebrew 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Hebrew 2.

This course provides an opportunity for students to acquire

intermediate fluency in spoken Hebrew with emphasis on

natural, colloquial usage.

History

HIST 1, History of Western Civilization I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: HIST 170.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the development of Western Civilization

from its beginnings in the valleys of the Tigris-Euphrates

and Nile Rivers to Europe of the 16th century. It addresses

cultures of the Near East, Greece, and Rome; the medieval

period; the Renaissance; and the Reformation, introduc-

ing the social, economic, political, intellectual, and artistic

transformations that shaped what came to be known as

the West.

HIST 2, History of Western Civilization II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: HIST 180.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the tranformations of Western

Civilization from the 16th century into the 21st century.

It addresses social, economic, political, intellectual, and

artistic transformations that relate to the development of

nation-states, industrialization, imperialism, and interna-

tional conflicts and migration.

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• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys the environmental history of the United

States from earliest human migration to the present, focus-

ing on the complex and consequential ways people have

perceived, relied on, interacted with, and been impacted

by the natural world. Topics include diverse patterns of

interaction with land, water, plants, animals, and energy

sources, as well as the economic, political, social, cultural,

technological and global aspects of these patterns.

History 14 is the same course as Environmental Studies 14.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

HIST 15, Economic History of the U.S. 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities) or 4 (Social and Behavioral

Science)

+ satisfies CSU U.S. History graduation requirement

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is a chronological study of American economic

history by major areas, including agriculture, industrial

development, money, banking, and transportation. The

roles of business, labor, and government are given a par-

ticular emphasis.

History 15 is the same course as Economics 15. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

HIST 16, African-American History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys African-American history from its begin-

nings in Africa through slavery, abolition, the Civil Rights

movement, and into the present. The course will pay partic-

ular attention to the development of internal and external

definitions of freedom and equality and to the influences

of African Americans on the social, economic, political, and

cultural development of the United States.

HIST 19, History of Mexico 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys Mexican history from pre-Columbian

civilizations to the present. It addresses such major political,

economic, social, and cultural developments as the Spanish

conquest and colonial era; nineteenth-century struggles for

independence; and political and economic transitions of

the twentieth- and twenty-first centuries.

HIST 20, History of California 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys Californian history from its earliest

settlement to the present. It addresses political, economic,

social, cultural, and external developments that accompa-

nied the state’s transformation from the Native American

through the Spanish, Mexican, and American periods.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys ethnic groups in America from pre-con-

tact to the present, including Native Americans, European

Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, and

Latinos, emphasizing the forces prompting emigration and

immigration, their roles in shaping American society and

culture, their reception by and adaptation to American

society, as well as an examination of contending theoreti-

cal models of the immigrant experience in America.

HIST 11, United States History through

Reconstruction 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: HIST 130.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities) or 4F (Social & Behavioral

Sciences)

+ satisfies CSU U.S. History graduation requirement

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the United States from the colonial

period through post-Civil War Reconstruction, addressing

developments in American culture; ethnic, racial, gender,

and class relations; politics; and the economy. It also consid-

ers American interaction with other nations, including both

foreign policy and the relationship of domestic develop-

ments to the larger history of the modern world.

HIST 12, The United States History Since

Reconstruction 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: HIST 140.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities) or 4F (Social & Behavioral

Sciences)

+ satisfies CSU U.S. History graduation requirement

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the United States from post-Civil War

Reconstruction to the present, addressing developments

in American culture; ethnic, racial, gender, and class rela-

tions; politics; and the economy. It also considers American

interaction with other nations, including both foreign

policy and the relationship of domestic developments to

the larger history of the modern world.

HIST 13, United States History after 1945 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course addresses political, social, cultural, economic,

and international developments of the U.S. from 1945

to the present. Major topics include the emergence of

political consensus then polarization, the economics and

demographics of suburbanization, the Civil Rights move-

ment; the Cold War, including the Vietnam War, and its

aftermath; trends related to environmentalism, immigra-

tion, and technology, and responses to 9/11.

HIST 14, U.S. Environmental History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

+ satisfies CSU U.S. History graduation requirement

IGETC Area 4F (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

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India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal. It high-

lights such major themes and events in the development of

South Asian civilization as Aryan influence, the emergence

of Hinduism and Buddhism, and the impact of Islam.

HIST 28, Modern Europe: 1914 to the Present 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course examines the domestic and global politics of

and between European states since 1914, exploring such

topics as nationalism, imperialism, totalitarianism, decolo-

nization, migrations, and European integration. The course

will analyze these topics in relation to major events of the

time period, including the World Wars, formation and col-

lapse of the Soviet Union and its satellite system, creation

of the European Union, and disputes and cooperation

between European states in the contemporary era of glo-

balization.

HIST 29, Jewish History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the Jewish people and their history

from biblical times to the present. The focus is on the devel-

opment of major institutions, ideas, religious and cultural

movements as well as the interaction between Jews and

those amongst whom they have lived, from ancient Israel

through the global diaspora.

HIST 32, Global Environmental History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 4F (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys global environmental history from early

human evolution to the present, focusing on the complex

and consequential ways people have perceived, relied on,

interacted with and been impacted by the natural world.

Topics include the diverse patterns of interaction with

land, water, plants, animals, and energy sources, as well as

their economic, political, social, cultural, and technological

aspects in the local, regional, and global context.

History 32 is the same course as Environmental Studies 32.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

HIST 33, World Civilizations I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: HIST 150.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys world history from the rise of humanity

to 1500, addressing human impact on the physical environ-

ment, the domestication of plants and animals, and the

establishment of complex cultures. A thematic and chrono-

logical approach is used to examine the major civilizations

of Africa, Asia, the Middle East, the Americas, and Europe

in terms of their political, social, economic, intellectual, and

cultural development and their inter-regional relations.

HIST 21, History of Russia 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys Russian events from the Stone Age to

the present, focusing on factors that have lead Russian

leaders to build powerful, centralized governing institu-

tions, and of the efforts of the Russian intelligentsia to

reform or topple those institutions. Since writers represent

the soul of the intelligentsia, their novels, short stories, and

poems will constitute the bulk of the reading assignments.

HIST 22, History of the Middle East 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the history of the Middle East, from

the ancient civilizations of the Tigris-Euphrates river valley

to the present. Major topics include the religious, ethnic,

social and political differences that developed prior to

and since the emergence of Islam; the establishment of

new states following the world wars, and the 21st-century

engagement with globalizing trends.

HIST 24, History of East Asia to 1600 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys East Asian history to 1600, tracing the

rise of classical Chinese civilization and the subsequent dis-

persion of this culture to Korea and Japan. Addressing the

connections, convergences, and divergences in the histories

of China, Japan, and Korea, it examines such topics as the

earliest state-formations and the emergence and matura-

tion of market economies and popular cultures prior to the

modern era.

HIST 25, History of East Asia Since 1600 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys the development of China, Japan, and

Korea from 1600 through their linked yet distinct modern

transformations. It addresses such topics as early encoun-

ters with imperialism; divergent paths of 20th-century

social, political, economic and intellectual change; world

war, civil wars, and revolution; and their economic growth

and social transformation in recent decades.

HIST 26, South Asian Civilization I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys South Asian history from the Indus

Valley civilization to the Mughal Empire, offering an

overview of the social, intellectual, cultural, political and

economic patterns in the region that encompasses modern

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equality and to the influence of Native Americans on the

social, economic, political, and cultural development of

America.

HIST 42, The Latina/o Experience in the United

States 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4C (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course provides a comparative historical survey of

the political, cultural, social, and economic experiences of

Latinos/as in the United States, concentrating on major

demographic groups. Topics include migration and immi-

grant settlement, economic integration, and the formation

of group identities among and politicization of Chicanos,

Central Americans, and Cuban, Puerto Rican, and other

Caribbean Americans.

HIST 43, Mexican-American History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the history of the US Southwest from

Native-American settlement through the periods of for-

eign colonization and conquest to contemporary times.

Focusing primarily on Mexican Americans in this border

region and, more currently, throughout the nation, the

course pays particular attention to the development of

internal and external definitions of freedom and equality

and to the influence of Mexican Americans on the social,

economic, political, and cultural development of America.

HIST 45, United States Cultural History Honors

Colloquium 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

+ satisfies CSU U.S. History graduation requirement through

Summer 2008

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course covers the history of the area which became

the United States from pre-European contact to the Civil

War, focusing on the cultural and intellectual currents that

contributed to and shaped the development of American

society.

HIST 46, United States Cultural History

Seminar 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

+ satisfies CSU U.S. History graduation requirement through

Summer 2008

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course covers the history of the United States from

Reconstruction to the present, focusing on the cultural and

intellectual currents that contributed to and shaped the

development of American society.

HIST 34, World Civilizations II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: HIST 160.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys world history from 1500 to the present,

addressing major developments that contributed to global

change. A thematic and chronological approach will be

used to examine the economic, social, intellectual, cultural,

and political transformations associated with development

of and resistance to colonialism and imperialism, techno-

logical and industrial change in Africa, the Americas, Asia,

Europe, and the Middle East, through the twentieth-centu-

ry wars and global transitions that shape the contemporary

world.

HIST 38, African History I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the political, economic, social, religious,

and intellectual activities of African civilizations from the

emergence of humankind to the eve of colonial conquest.

It addresses such topics as early human settlements, the

establishment of regional and Islamic states, the emer-

gence and development of European imperialism, and

African independence movements. It also traces the influ-

ence of the African diaspora on the Caribbean area and

Brazil.

HIST 39, African History II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course surveys African history from the eve of 1900

to the present, addressing such topics as African resistance

to conquest; experiences with colonialism; settler colo-

nialism in southern Africa; the rise of national liberation

movements and achievement of independence, and the

challenges of post-colonial nation building. It examines

contemporary Africa through a review of economic, urban,

rural, gender, and environmental concerns; kinship, and

religion.

HIST 41, Native-American History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

+ satisfies CSU U.S. History graduation requirement

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys Native-American history from earli-

est settlement to the present, addressing such topics as

colonial-era interactions with Europeans, the development

of U.S. Indian policy, and the effort to reclaim sovereign

rights. Focusing primarily on native peoples of the United

States, this course pays particular attention to the develop-

ment of internal and external definitions of freedom and

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HIST 55, History of Science 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities) or 4 (Social and Behavioral

Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the history of science from its earliest

beginnings through the theories of the ancient Greeks to

contemporary debates. Examining major scientific para-

digms, it focuses on how the natural and physical sciences

developed in specific philosophical, political, religious, and

social contexts.

HIST 62, Asian-American History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

A survey of Asian American history from the immigration

period to the present, this course stresses the political,

economic, social, and cultural factors which affected Asian

Americans and their impact on U.S. history.

HIST 88A, Independent Studies in History 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

HIST 88B, Independent Studies in History 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

HIST 90A, Internship in History 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

You must meet the following eligibility requirements

to apply for this internship: 1) Must be a SMC student &

have completed 6 units during the previous semester, 2)

Completed English 1 or equivalent with a C or higher, and

3) Must have cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. If you are eli-

gible, please contact Prof. Sang Chi ([email protected]) for

application materials. Students must arrange an approved

internship prior to enrolling in this class. F-1 students must

see the Immigration Coordinator at the International

Education Center before enrolling.

The internship in history is intended to provide the student

with experience working as a historian in the field, con-

ducting work on local history projects.

Humanities

HUM 26, Introduction to the Humanities 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

In this introduction to the humanities students will survey

literature in conjunction with great works of art through

the ages (painting, sculpture, music, architecture, dance)

exploring how, at widely separated points in time, artists

and writers have expressed and responded to cultural,

political, and intellectual concerns of their day. In doing so,

they will see literature in the context of other art forms.

Humanities 26 is the same course as English 26. Credit may

be earned for one, but not both.

HIST 47, The Practice of History 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 1B (Critical Thinking) OR 4F (Social and

Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

It is recommended that Hist 47 students enroll in Media 20

in the subsequent semester. The two courses are linked to

create an innovative digital history project course. Students

choose, research, and complete their own original work

on local history topics and then have the opportunity to

turn their research into short documentaries in Media 20.

Past topics have included Santa Monica’s mob history, the

Venice canals, the Getty Villa, and the birth of skateboard-

ing.

This course presents an overview of historians’ methods of

research, critical analysis, and written argumentation and

introduces historiography and historical theory. Students

will apply these methods through a variety of extensive

writing projects, leading to a properly documented aca-

demic research paper. The research component of the

course strengthens students’ information competency skills.

HIST 50 A-Z, Topics in History 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This series of courses deals with various contemporary top-

ics in history, including the Vietnam War and contemporary

issues in women’s history.

HIST 52, The History of Women in American Culture

3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the history of American women from

diverse communities, from the fifteenth century through

the modern women’s movement to the present. It address-

es such topics as traditional gender roles; their transforma-

tion through war, industrialization, reform movements,

and cultural modernity; and relationships between women

of different races and ethnicities. The course will pay par-

ticular attention to the development of internal and exter-

nal definitions of freedom and equality and to women’s

influence on the social, economic, political, and cultural

development of the United States.

HIST 53, The History of Religion 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys major themes and trends in the history

of religion from prehistoric times to the present. Analyzing

the essential principles and global historical context of

such religions as Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto,

Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and tribal and

contemporary religions, it addresses the cultural, politi-

cal, social and other roles religion has played throughout

history.

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IXD 330, Interaction Design Studio 2 3 units

• Prerequisite: Interaction Design 310.

Microinteractions, found in every user interface, are

designed moments (e.g. log in, copy and paste, on or off)

that are an integral part of every interface. This course

reveals these seemingly invisible interactive controls, pro-

viding an overview of specific platforms, paradigms, and

affordances. The studio prepares students to create task

oriented end-to-end user experiences and interaction

flows. Students learn how to design at the micro scale,

exploring appropriate forms, states, feedback, and loops

based on different contexts and user goals. Through itera-

tive methodologies, students learn to refine the details of

a specific feature interaction. Collaborating directly with

users and fellow classmates, students prototype, critique,

and test existing interaction examples and their own micro-

interaction designs. Students develop a critical understand-

ing of how interactive forms communicate and influence a

user’s behavior.

IXD 350, Interactive Storytelling 3 units

• Prerequisite: Admission to the Bachelor of Science in

Interaction Design.

This design course focuses on the storytelling component

of interaction design with a special focus on prototyping

and motion graphics. Exploring different types of pro-

totyping, from paper prototypes to digital, screen-based

prototypes (e.g, web-based tools, video prototypes), stu-

dents use storytelling to describe experiences in interac-

tion design. Students use a hands-on approach to design a

better experience for end users by sketching, storytelling,

experimenting, making and testing. Students create proto-

types at different levels of fidelity using appropriate tools

and technologies.

IXD 360, Product Design 3 units

• Prerequisite: Interaction Design 350.

This course provides a hands-on introductory experience to

the history, contemporary methodologies, and emerging

practices of Product Design. This studio teaches students to

think through “making” and includes in-class workshops

on 3D modeling and rapid-prototyping. Students cross

design disciplines and toolsets, using 3D forms to solve

problems, act out new capabilities, and connect to other

devices, objects, and people. The projects in this course are

fast-paced, collaborative, and experimental.

IXD 370, Design for Community Change 3 units

• Prerequisite: Interaction Design 330.

In this course, students work with a variety of organiza-

tions addressing a community need to design and develop

a project with social impact. Students apply a variety of

user experience and interaction design skill sets to work

collaboratively with community stakeholders in identifying

and helping to solve a need. Through this experience, stu-

dents recognize and demonstrate many interaction design

practices related to research, analysis, concept, design and

prototyping to work on a project designed to serve a com-

munity need.

IXD 410, Project Management for Design 2 units

• Prerequisite: Admission to the Bachelor of Science in

Interaction Design.

HUM 28S, Contemporary Life in China 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course offers an introduction to the social, cultural,

economic, and political patterns of life in today’s People’s

Republic of China. Study tours to local centers of Chinese

culture or to the People’s Republic; plays; seminar discus-

sions; readings; and other cultural opportunities will be

utilized to understand contemporary China.

HUM 88A, Independent Studies in Humanities 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

HUM 88B, Independent Studies in Humanities 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Independent Studies

Independent study is intended for advanced students

interested in doing independent research on special study

topics. To be eligible, a student must demonstrate to the

department chairperson the competence to do indepen-

dent study. To apply for Independent Studies, the student

is required, in a petition that may be obtained from the

department chair, to state objectives to be achieved, activi-

ties and procedures to accomplish the study project, and

the means by which the supervising instructor may assess

accomplishment. Please see discipline listing for details. A

maximum of six units of independent studies is allowed.

Granting of UC transfer credit for an Independent Studies

course is contingent upon an evaluation of the course out-

line by a UC campus.

Interaction Design

The following courses are upper division courses that are

part of Santa Monica College’s Bachelor of Science degree

program in Interaction Design. Enrollment is limited to

admitted program participants. For more information,

please see www.smcixd.org. Transferability of this course

will be determined on a case-by-case basis by the transfer

institution.

IXD 310, Interaction Design Studio 1 3 units

• Prerequisite: Admission to the Bachelor of Science in

Interaction Design.

With the prevalence of the computer in contemporary

culture, Interaction Design has emerged as a practice that

determines how people engage with technology. This

course examines the specific field of Interaction Design;

its history, human-centered design principles, and screen-

based interaction patterns. Students learn how to design

the behavior of interactive digital interfaces and gain an

understanding of how design decisions impact a user’s

experience and the overall success of a product. Students

analyze historical examples, contemporary user interfaces,

and their own designs. Students also learn how to design,

justify, and articulate using human-centered design prin-

ciples and screen-based interaction patterns.

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the project. Students will design and produce a prototype

as part of a team. Considering the pace of the develop-

ment of the project, this requires students to engage in

a considerable amount of independent as well as team-

based learning.

IXD 491, Interaction Design Internship 1 unit

• Prerequisite: Admission to the Bachelor of Science in

Interaction Design.

This internship program provides students with the oppor-

tunity to work with a local firm to apply UX/IxD principles.

Students become acquainted with the career fields in user

experience design and interaction design by working in a

professional design, entertainment, or technology compa-

ny. Students spend a minimum of 60 hours during the term

under the supervision of a design professional. Learning

objectives and exit internship evaluation are required.

Limited availability.

IXD 492, Interaction Design Internship 2 units

• Prerequisite: Admission to the Bachelor of Science in

Interaction Design.

In this internship program, students will work with a

local firm to apply UX/IxD principles. Students become

acquainted with the career fields in user experience design

and interaction design by working in a professional design,

entertainment, or technology company. Students spend a

minimum of 120 hours during the term under the supervi-

sion of a design professional. Learning objectives and exit

internship evaluation are required. Limited availability.

IXD 493, Interaction Design Internship 3 units

• Prerequisite: Admission to the Bachelor of Science in

Interaction Design.

In this internship program, students will work with a

local firm to apply UX/IxD principles. Students become

acquainted with the career fields in user experience design

and interaction design by working in a professional design,

entertainment, or technology company. Students spend a

minimum of 180 hours during the term under the supervi-

sion of a design professional. Learning objectives and exit

internship evaluation are required. Limited availability.

Interior Architectural

Design

The classes listed as INTARC were formerly listed as INTDSN.

INTARC 28A, Visual Studies 1 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly INTARC 32.

This course is an introduction to basic hand drawing skills.

Students will learn plans, elevations, sections and architec-

tural symbols with emphasis on line quality and lettering.

Students will also learn the basics of manual perspective

drawings. Students produce a set of construction drawings

of an interior space.

INTARC 28B, Visual Studies 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 28A.

Formerly INTARC 28.

This course contextualizes project management for interac-

tion designers. Project Management for Design provides a

comprehensive overview of current design development

processes and tools used to successfully deliver a high-

quality project on time. Students will learn to clearly com-

municate with clients and manage the design process while

integrating design objectives into the overall development

timeline. Students will develop leadership skills, learn to

plan, organize, motivate, and control resources based on

project goals.

IXD 430, Interaction Design Studio 3 3 units

• Prerequisite: Interaction Design 330.

Students design for the complexities of large scale systems,

services, and digital networks. The course provides a survey

of current system design, information architecture, and

topics in interaction design such as The Internet of Things.

Working in teams modeled after professional studios,

students conduct exploratory ethnographic research to

form novel strategies, concepts, maps, user narratives, and

models for our increasingly complex world of networked

objects, spaces, and people. This course encourages stu-

dents to leverage team brainstorms and critiques in order

to develop consistency through an entire ecosystem.

IXD 450, Interaction Design Portfolio 2 units

• Prerequisite: Interaction Design 430.

This course provides the interaction design student the

opportunity to develop work under the supervision of the

instructor on a one-to-one basis and to develop the skill

to talk about their body of work in a professional setting.

Emphasis is placed on developing a portfolio that displays a

comprehensive understanding of industry expectations for

a UX/interaction designer.

IXD 460, Tangible Interaction 3 units

• Prerequisite: Interaction Design 360.

Students explore the design of user interfaces that blend

digital and physical interactions. Working with creative

technologies such as microcontrollers, sensors, and actua-

tors, students create functional prototypes that explore

new interaction techniques, principles, and strategies.

This course immerses students into prototyping through

hands-on class workshops and research into contemporary

examples such as the Internet of Things, Smart Objects, and

Voice User Interface (VUI). Students explore the expres-

sive capabilities of technology through user observations,

affordances, and converting physical action into digital

information.

IXD 470, Interaction Design Senior Studio 3 units

• Prerequisite: Interaction Design 430; Prerequisite/

Corequisite: Interaction Design 410 (Interaction

Design 410 can be taken concurrently with Interaction

Design 470).

This course focuses on an industry-sponsored project in

which students use their integrated skills to create a

forward-looking design in response to a real-world brief

provided by the industry partner in collaboration with the

faculty. This is a capstone course where students work in

small teams and build on the knowledge and skills they

acquired in earlier course work. The course is organized

around a project that requires student teams to explore

various design concepts and alternatives as well as explore

recent practices, tools, and systems that may be related to

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INTARC 34B, 3D Applied Design Theory 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This Course practices basic 3 dimensional design theory

and application. Students will create abstract 3D sculptures

using construction materials through systematic design

process.

INTARC 35, 2D Digital Drafting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 29 and 28A

(formerly 32).

This lecture and lab course introduces the basic skills, uses,

and techniques for computer-aided design and drafting as

applied to Interior Architectural Design.

This course uses Autodesk AutoCAD.

INTARC 36, Interior Architectural Design Materials

and Products 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course analyzes, applies, and evaluates products and

materials used in Interior Architectural Design. Topics

include interior textiles, furnishings and finish materials

and products.

INTARC 37, Set Design and Art Direction for

Film and TV 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 28A

(formerly 32).

This lecture course examines the Motion Picture Industry

as it relates to the Art Department of Film and TV, spe-

cifically focusing on the job of the Production Designer,

Art Director, Set Decorator, and Set Designer. The course

emphasizes personal, educational, and professional qualifi-

cations required for entry into the Motion Picture Industry

as a professional Production Designer, Art Director, Set

Decorator, and Set Designer.

INTARC 38, 3D Digital Drafting 1 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 35.

This lecture and lab course teaches advanced skills in 3-D

computer-aided drafting for interior architectural design

applications.

This course uses Autodesk Revit.

INTARC 39, Green Design for Interiors 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides a detailed introduction to the con-

cepts, principles, systems, and materials of green design

for interiors. Students learn compatible approaches to

renewable, healthy and environmentally responsive design

affecting the local and global client.

INTARC 40, Interior Architectural Design

Studio 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 31.

• Corequisite: Interior Architectural Design 38.

This class is an advanced studio course in professional

design solutions to space planning problems. Topics include

This course is an introduction to 3D drawing for interior

architectural designers. The emphasis is on simplified sys-

tems of linear perspective drawing and the fundamentals

of quick sketching. Studies include an introduction to per-

spective and rendering of interior installations through the

use of size, scale, and shading relationship to show depth

and 3D form in furniture and interiors.

INTARC 29, Computer Skills for Interior Architectural

Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This introductory course covers the use of the computer

as a tool for Interior Architectural Design in illustration,

drafting, design and presentations. Students will gain basic

computer literacy while being exposed to a variety of digi-

tal applications used in the field of Interior Design.

This course uses Google Sketch Up, Autodesk AutoCAD,

Autodesk Revit, and Adobe Photoshop.

INTARC 30, Principles of Interior Architectural

Design 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This lecture course applies the elements and principles in

planning total interior environments that meet individual,

functional, legal, and environmental needs. Selection of

all materials and products used in interior environments

will be emphasized for both the functional and aesthetic

quality.

INTARC 31, Interior Architectural Design

Studio 1 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Corequisite: Interior Architectural Design 28A

(formerly 32).

The first in a sequence of design studio courses introduc-

ing the concepts and theories of beginning interior archi-

tectural design. Emphasis is placed on the design process

in developing solutions for design projects. Students will

explore basic space planning, code considerations, and

how to graphically represent their ideas through draw-

ings and other media. Projects are developed for portfolio

presentation.

INTARC 33, Interior Architectural Design Career and

Portfolio 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 40.

This lecture course examines the Interior Architectural

Design profession, industry, related occupations, and work

sites. The course emphasizes personal, educational, and

professional qualifications required for entry into the

Interior Architectural Design profession.

INTARC 34, 2D Applied Color Theory 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course practices basic color design theory and applica-

tion. Students utilize tools, materials, and equipment to

develop technical skills applicable to interior, architectural

and other related fields of design. Students identify cul-

tural heritages, the psychological implications of design

and are introduced to Computer Palettes.

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INTARC 47, Business and Professional

Practice 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 33.

This course presents basic principles, procedures, and office

systems necessary for the interior design professional.

Lectures emphasize legal issues, project management,

budgets, purchasing, billing, compensation, collection, and

other business practices. The interaction of client, designer,

supplier, and installer is also examined.

INTARC 50, Codes and Specifications 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores federal regulations, building codes

and standards, and specifications concerning life-safety

issues, Americans with Disabilities Act, and universal design

requirements relative to residential and contract design.

Special attention is given to performance, health and

safety, testing, and compliance for interior products and

finish materials.

INTARC 51, Rapid Visualization 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 28B

(formerly 28).

This basic studio course offers the fundamentals of quick

sketching, problems, and techniques. The course includes

an introduction to perspective and rendering practice with

an emphasis on sketching of proposed interior installa-

tions, and requires the development of portfolio projects.

INTARC 52, Production Design for

Film and TV 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 28A

(formerly 32) and 37.

This studio course features hands-on skills in set design

for film and TV. The course specifically focuses on design

analysis, development, design, and presentation. Students

learn to research and develop an individual project from

script to screen. Students produce set designs for both a TV

commercial and a film.

INTARC 54, Universal Design for Interiors 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 32.

In this course students will study the practical design and

modification of homes to provide basic universal access

and criteria for people of all ages, throughout their life-

time, while incorporating style and a cost effective budget.

Students analyze accessibility, usability and visitability

features of various residential spaces, and learn to make

informed decisions of the design features and specifica-

tions of home materials for lifelong, easy, independent

living for clients.

INTARC 57, 3D Digital Drafting 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 38.

This lecture/ lab course examines digital design concepts

and techniques, including Building Information Modeling.

The course explores systems integration, coordination,

team work environments and design concept presentation

in-depth client analysis, necessary divisions and allocations

of space, activity planning, traffic circulation, the relation-

ship of scale and mass of furnishings to human factors, and

the use of interior space. The course emphasizes detailed

drawings of residential and contract spaces, class critiques,

and the execution of final projects for portfolio presenta-

tion. This studio course examines the principles of design

for interiors through the use of advanced computer aided

design techniques and strategies available with AutoCAD.

INTARC 41, History of Interior Architecture and

Furnishings I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a comprehensive slide lecture study of fur-

niture, architecture, decorative arts, and interiors from

the major style periods of Antiquity through 18th Century

France. Lectures concentrate on furniture styles, ornament,

craftsmen, techniques, the evolution of the interior and

its impact on current furniture styles. This class is directed

toward careers in interior architectural design, furniture

design and restoration, set design and art direction, historic

preservation, and retail sales in residential and commercial

design.

INTARC 42, History of Interior Architecture and

Furnishings II 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 41.

This course is a comprehensive slide lecture study of furni-

ture, architecture, decorative arts, and interiors from the

major style periods of the 19th Century through early 20th

Century in Europe. Lectures concentrate on furniture styles,

ornament, craftsmen, designers, techniques, the evolution

of the interior and its impact on current furniture styles.

This class is directed toward careers in interior architectural

design, furniture design and restoration, set design and art

direction, historic preservation, and retail sales in residen-

tial and commercial design.

INTARC 44, Fundamentals of Lighting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 30 and 35.

This course studies architectural lighting as an integrated

component of design for interiors. Lighting technology is

explored with emphasis on the effect of light: intensity,

direction, and color.

INTARC 45, Interior Architectural Design

Studio 3 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 40.

The third in a sequence of design studio courses. Students

will explore commercial design through: universal design,

sustainable design, space planning, lighting systems, inte-

rior components, architectural elements, codes and specifi-

cation writing. These factors are integrated into research

projects emphasizing a problem-solving approach. This

studio course emphasizes individual solutions, class and

instructor critiques and projects for portfolio presentation.

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design styles, materials, ornamentation, and techniques.

Course is directed toward careers in interior design and

related spatial design fields encompassing both residential

and commercial projects.

INTARC 90A, Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: 2.0 grade point average and an

approved internship with instructor prior to

enrollment.

The Internship program is designed to provide the student

with on-site, practical experience in a related design field.

Students spend a minimum of 60 hours during the term in

a supervised design facility. Exit internship evaluation, time

log, and oral interview are required.

INTARC 90B, Internship 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: 2.0 grade point average and an

approved internship with instructor prior to

enrollment.

The Internship program is designed to provide the student

with on-site, practical experience in a related design field.

Students spend a minimum of 120 hours during the term in

a supervised design facility. Exit internship evaluation, time

log, and oral interview are required.

INTARC 90C, Internship 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: 2.0 grade point average and an

approved internship with instructor prior to

enrollment.

The Internship program is designed to provide the student

with on-site, practical experience in a related design field.

Students spend a minimum of 180 hours during the term in

a supervised design facility. Exit internship evaluation, time

log, and oral interview are required.

INTARC 90D, Internship 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: 2.0 grade point average and an

approved internship with instructor prior to

enrollment.

The Internship program is designed to provide the student

with on-site, practical experience in a related design field.

Students spend time during the term in a supervised design

facility. Exit internship evaluation, time log, and oral inter-

view are required.

Italian

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Elementary Italian.

ITAL 1, Elementary Italian I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

Using the communicative approach, this course stresses

the fundamentals of pronunciation, grammar, practical

vocabulary, useful phrases, and the ability to understand,

speak, read, and write simple Italian. Using fundamental

sentence structures in the present and past tenses, students

practice speaking and holding simple conversations in class

in an interior architecture production environment. The

course applies the use of a 3D workflow to represent and

extract 2D, 3D and 4D information. The course also illus-

trates basic rendering techniques and virtual walkthroughs

of the space.

This course uses Autodesk Revit.

INTARC 62, Model Building 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 28A

(formerly 32).

This is a basic studio course in fundamentals of architec-

tural interior model building. This course will introduce and

develop the necessary skills of fabrication techniques, sur-

face development, and presentation skills. It will also cover

the fundamentals of blueprint and spatial relationships.

INTARC 65, Digital Illustration for Interiors 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 28B

(formerly 28).

Students enrolling in this course should have basic com-

puter skills.

This course covers the rendering of finished perspective

drawings using digital media software such as Photoshop.

Emphasis is placed on interior materials such as wood, tile,

marble, glass, metals and mirrored surfaces, fabrics, floor

and wall coverings, window treatments, plants and entou-

rage. Use of light, shade and shadow is employed to show

three-dimensional form. Use of color and texture is empha-

sized to produce realistic effects in complete room settings.

This course uses Google Sketch Up and Adobe Photoshop.

INTARC 69, Custom Residential Design 3 units

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 51.

This course applies the architectural interior design process

to space planning, materials, finish choices, codes applica-

tion, and specialized equipment unique to custom residen-

tial spaces.

INTARC 70, 3D Digital Rendering and

Animation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Interior Architectural Design 38.

This is a beginning lecture/studio course in 3D Computer

Animation, emphasizing Interior Design and Set Design for

Film and TV. It will cover the basics of computer animation

in a virtual interior with an emphasis on lighting, surface

materials (textures), and camera angles. Beginning anima-

tions suitable for interior architectural walk-throughs will

be created. The student will develop techniques, using

state of the art software such as 3D Studio Max, to create

visual representations on high-resolution computers of an

actual interior or set design for film and television.

This course uses Autodesk 3D Studio Max.

INTARC 71, Contemporary Spatial Design

Studies 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a comprehensive visual/lecture study of 20th

and 21st century spatial and interior design theory and

practice from the turn of the 20th century through the

most current international designs today. Emphasis is on

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This course provides an opportunity to acquire intermedi-

ate fluency in spoken Italian with emphasis on natural, col-

loquial usage. New vocabulary and idiomatic phrases will

be emphasized, and the students will hold conversations in

Italian during each class. This course is conducted in Italian

except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the

professor.

Japanese

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Elementary Japanese.

JAPAN 1, Elementary Japanese I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course, using a communicative approach, introduces

the student to Japanese sentence structure, basic vocabu-

lary, and the two Japanese phonetic scripts of Hiragana,

Katakana, plus a selected number of Kanji. Students learn

to ask and answer basic questions and write about simple

actions in the present/future and past tenses. They also

are introduced to important elements of Japanese culture

and customs of the Japanese people. This course is taught

in Japanese unless in cases of linguistic difficulty as deter-

mined by the professor. Language lab is required.

JAPAN 2, Elementary Japanese II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required

for UC only)

• Prerequisite: Japanese 1*.

This course is the continuation of Japanese 1. This course

stresses more advanced vocabulary and more advanced

sentence structures emphasizing short forms and te-forms.

Students further develop oral and aural skills and reading

comprehension skills by reading texts on various topics.

They also hold conversations in both formal and informal

styles of speech, and write compositions using short forms.

This course also advances students’ knowledge of Japanese

culture and traditions. This course is taught in Japanese

except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the

professor. Language lab is required.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to two years

of high school Japanese.

JAPAN 3, Intermediate Japanese I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Japanese 2*.

Focusing on four communication skills (listening, speaking,

reading and writing), the course builds up a solid founda-

tion for the Intermediate-Low Japanese, to achieve a prac-

tical command of language for managing everyday social

interactions and routine tasks. The course also familiarizes

students of different registers (spoken vs. written) and

writing styles (“desu/masu” vs. essay). Reading materials

include semi-authentic articles on specific topics and writ-

ing focuses on styles as well as multiple paragraph orga-

nization. Traditional and current aspects of the Japanese

culture are explored throughout the course and studied in

reading. This course is taught in Japanese unless in cases of

linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

and writing compositions. Lectures and discussions are

included covering geography, customs and culture in Italy.

The course is conducted in Italian except in cases of linguis-

tic difficulty as determined by the professor. Language lab

is required.

ITAL 2, Elementary Italian II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required

for UC only)

• Prerequisite: Italian 1*.

This course is a continuation of Italian 1 and completes the

elementary grammar. The course stresses the fundamentals

of pronunciation, grammar, practical vocabulary, useful

phrases, and the ability to understand, speak, read, and

write simple Italian. Using fundamental sentence structures

in the present and past tenses, students practice speak-

ing and holding simple conversations in class and writing

compositions. The course includes the reading of simplified

texts with emphasis on oral expression and further study

of Italian history and culture. The course is conducted in

Italian, except in the case of linguistic difficulty as deter-

mined by the professor. Language lab is required.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to two years

of high school Italian.

ITAL 3, Intermediate Italian I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Italian 2*.

This course is a review of Italian grammar with special

emphasis on idiomatic constructions and expressions. It

includes the study and reading, in and out of class, of

selected passages from Italian literature. Basic literary

analysis and vocabulary building are developed using the

selected readings. Emphasis is also placed on the use of

learned structures in compositions. This course is conducted

in Italian except in cases of linguistic difficulty as deter-

mined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school Italian

ITAL 4, Intermediate Italian 2 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Italian 3*.

This course reviews and refines grammatical concepts

covered in the previous levels and further explores other

moods and tenses such as the compound tenses, the

imperative mood and indirect discourse. Culture, literature,

vocabulary enhancement, and conversation are core ele-

ments of the curriculum. The course increases awareness

of the Italian culture, history, literature, geography, and

customs, including socio-political practices and cultural

artifacts through reading and writing assignments, as well

as oral presentations. It is taught in Italian except in cases

of extreme difficulty as determined by the professor. It pre-

pares students for literature and civilization classes.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to four

years of high school Italian.

ITAL 8, Conversational Italian 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Italian 2.

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JOURN 2, Intermediate Newswriting and Reporting

3 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: JOUR 210.

An intermediate news writing and reporting class with a

focus on public affairs beats, including local and regional

governments, police, schools, courts and other civic agen-

cies. Legal and ethical aspects of the profession are covered.

Students will cover both on- and off-campus assignments

and topics and explore reporting across multiple platforms

JOURN 3, Editing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Journalism 1.

This course focuses on skills needed to edit articles and

prepare graphics for publications in newspapers, maga-

zines and online formats. The course covers copyediting,

Associated Press style, photo sizing, page layout, web

design and desktop publishing production Practical skills

such as making assignments and meeting deadlines will

also be covered. Suggested for students who have com-

pleted or are enrolled in Journalism 8, 16 or 17.

JOURN 4A, Newscasting and Newswriting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course familiarizes the students with the expectations

of journalism by the public and teaches the student the

basic news writing guidelines used in broadcast journal-

ism. Through news writing assignments and exercises, the

student will become adept in basic broadcast news writing.

Journalism 4A is the same course as Media Studies 14.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

JOURN 4B, Advanced Newscasting and Broadcasting

3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Journalism 4A.

This is a continuation of Broadcasting 4A or Journalism 4A

and through this course the student will write broadcast

copy for a variety of news situations in radio and television.

Assignments will include writing broadcast copy for SMC’s

campus station KWRF. Issues in media ethics and career

opportunities will also be discussed.

Journalism 4B is the same course as Broadcasting 4B.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

JOURN 8, Writing to Sell 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Advisory: English Assessment Group A.

Students study article-writing opportunities for magazines,

newspapers and online media. In this lecture and discus-

sion class, students write freelance articles for submission

to commercial and campus publications.

JOURN 15, Introduction to Multimedia

Storytelling 3 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: JOUR 120.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides an introduction to multimedia sto-

rytelling with a nonfiction focus. Students learn how to

produce multimedia content such as digital videos, audio

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school Japanese.

JAPAN 4, Intermediate Japanese II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Japanese 3*.

Focusing on four communication skills (listening, speaking,

reading and writing), the course builds up a solid founda-

tion for the intermediate-High Japanese and further devel-

ops proficiency to be able to manage relatively complex

situations. The course also introduces honorific languages,

in addition to colloquial informal register. The socially and

culturally appropriate use of the language is exercised in a

broader range of social contexts. Reading and writing put

an extra emphasis on accuracy and pragmatic components

as well as fluency. This course is taught in Japanese except

in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the instruc-

tor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to four

years of high school Japanese.

JAPAN 8, Conversational Japanese 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Japanese 2.

This course provides the student with an opportunity to

increase fluency in spoken Japanese with an emphasis on

natural, colloquial usage. This course is taught in Japanese

except in cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the

professor.

JAPAN 9, Japan: Culture and Civilization 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores Japanese culture and civilization.

Employing an interdisciplinary perspective, the course

examines the fundamentals of Japanese culture and tradi-

tion including Japanese philosophy, religions, art forms,

literature, cuisine, and language. The course will be taught

in English. No knowledge of Japanese is required.

Journalism

Also see courses listed under Media Studies, Communication

Studies, and Film Studies.

JOURN 1, The News 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: JOUR 110.

• Prerequisite: None.

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

An introductory course in planning stories, news gathering,

organizing and writing news across multiple platforms.

Students learn to report and write news stories based on

their own reporting, including original interviews and

research, and how to use AP style. Stories include both

news and features, and may include covering events, public

lectures, meetings and other local stories. Students will be

made aware of legal and ethical issues related to journal-

ism.

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ciples of journalism as well as elements of the Internet

medium, such as pictures, graphics, audio, and text, to

create an interesting and informative multi-media eZine.

Students will be responsible for all phases of the produc-

tion, including developing themes and stories, writing,

editing, graphical user interface construction, and photog-

raphy. The magazines may incorporate video material from

students in Broadcasting 46 or 48 classes. This course may

be repeated once for credit.

JOURN 21, News Photography 3 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: JOUR 160.

• Prerequisite: Photography 1.

This survey course in basic news photography is designed

for journalism or photography majors and students inter-

ested in having work published in magazines and news-

papers. Students learn basic camera and storytelling tech-

niques, photocomposition, and picture layout principles.

A 35-mm single-lens reflex camera with manual focus

capability is required.

Journalism 21 is the same course as Photography 13.

Students may receive credit for one but not both.

JOURN 22, Photography for Publication 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Journalism 21 or Photography 13.

This advanced course provides an in-depth study of pho-

tojournalism with an emphasis on creation of photo story

ideas, photo essays and feature photos for publication.

Photo editing and layout for newspapers, magazines, and

online publishing will be covered. Students will comprise

the staff of the campus newspaper, The Corsair, and online

publications. This course may be repeated once for credit.

A 35-mm single-lens reflex camera with manual focus capa-

bility is required.

Journalism 22 is the same course as Photography 14.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

JOURN 43, Public Relations and Publicity 3 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: JOUR 150.

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly same course as Business 29.

This is a introductory course covering basic principles and

objectives of public relations, including publicity and pro-

motion techniques, effective communication strategies,

message design and distribution, and modern and emerg-

ing public relations practices.

This course is the same as Business 29. Credit may be earned

for either, but not both.

JOURN 90A, Internship in Journalism 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

Students become acquainted with careers in magazines,

newspapers or online publications by working in a media

company. Students spend a minimum of 60 hours during

the term under the supervision of a media professional.

Learning objectives and exit internship evaluation are

required. Limited availability. Journalism 90A requires

slideshows, blogs, web pages, podcasts and other emerg-

ing digital media content. The course trains students to

produce multimedia content for an online news site such

as The Corsair, but is also useful for students with a more

casual interest in multimedia production. Students also

learn about ethical and social issues affecting multimedia

storytelling.

JOURN 16, Producing the Campus Newspaper 4 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: JOUR 130.

• Prerequisite: None.

Student media practicum and lab where students produce

media content with a journalistic focus that is distributed

regularly to the campus community. Students work on

regular news and feature assignments to produce con-

tent across multiple platforms, including print, online,

visual (photography) audio, video and emerging formats.

Includes practical experience in design, visual storytell-

ing, digital media production, and multimedia reporting.

Student produced media with students as production lead-

ers is central to the class.

JOURN 17, Editing the Campus Newspaper 2 units

Transfer: CSU

C-ID: JOUR 131.

• Prerequisite: Journalism 1.

This course provides advanced instruction for student

editors of the Corsair newspaper and its online edition.

Students assign and copy edit stories and photos, work

with writers and photographers on their assignments,

design pages, “package” stories with graphics and photos,

and solve ethical problems using accepted professional

practices. Students will comprise the editing staff of the

Corsair, including the editor in chief, page editors, copy

editors, graphics editor, photo editor and online coordina-

tor. Journalism 17 students may be concurrently enrolled

in either Journalism 16 or Journalism 22/Photography 14.

Journalism 17 may be repeated once for credit.

JOURN 18, Opinion Writing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Journalism 1.

• Skills Advisory: Minimum keyboarding skills.

This course emphasizes techniques of presenting one’s

opinion persuasively for print and online formats. Students

will write arts reviews as well as editorial page articles,

columns and blogs.

JOURN 19, Producing the Online Newspaper 3 units

Transfer: CSU

Journalism 16 and 19 combined can be taken four times.

Students will produce the online newspaper and study

critical issues related to online journalism, including design,

content, and ethics.

JOURN 19 recommended for students who are taking or

have taken ET 14 or GR DES 66 Web Design 1 and/or ET 34

Web Animation 1.

JOURN 20, Producing Magazines for the Web 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course focuses on magazine production for the World

Wide Web. Each student will create an interactive online

magazine (“eZine”). The magazine will incorporate prin-

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transfer and utilization, nutrition, and measurement of

human performance as it relates to physical activity and

life-long wellness. Students enrolling in this course should

have some recent experience in science.

KIN PE 4, Introduction to Sport Psychology 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will develop the connection between the

mental and physical aspects of competition and the ways

to enhance or improve one’s performance. Psychological

practices such as stress reduction, goal oriented imagery

and positive visualization will be implemented with physi-

cal training methods to improve overall performance.

KIN PE 5A, Beginning Badminton 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers the basic skills in playing badminton,

including the rules and techniques of the basic skills: serv-

ing, underhand and overhand strokes.

KIN PE 5B, Intermediate Badminton 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course continues with drills for the basic skills in play-

ing badminton and introduces the doubles game. Doubles

strategies and drills designed to improve placement and

consistency are covered.

KIN PE 5C, Advanced Badminton 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers the techniques and skills of badminton,

including the rules and strategies for competitive play.

KIN PE 10A, Fitness Lab 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly KIN PE 10.

This is a physical fitness course designed to develop and

encourage positive attitudes and habits in a personalized

exercise program. This program is designed to work both

cardiovascular and muscle endurance components of fit-

ness. The primary training activity is aerobic weight train-

ing circuits utilizing a sequence of weight lifting machines

and cardiovascular exercise, organized into an “Aerobic

Super Circuit”. The aerobic super circuit combines low

intensity, high repetition weight training with aerobic

training (treadmills, steppers, bikes, etc.). Basics of training

and flexibility are also covered.

KIN PE 10C, Advanced Fitness Lab 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for students seeking high inten-

sity training and conditioning. This class will emphasize

development and improvement of an advanced fitness/

cardiovascular levels. Course content will include anatomy,

nutrition, biomechanics, and improvement through partici-

pation and assessment.

KIN PE 11A, Beginning Weight Training 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

60 hours (arranged 4 hours/week for 16-week semester);

Journalism 90B requires 120 hours (8 hours/week for

16-week semester).

Students must have taken or be concurrently enrolled in

at least one journalism class, with a minimum of seven

units (including the internship) maintained throughout the

semester at SMC. Limited availability.

JOURN 90B, Internship in Journalism 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

Students become acquainted with careers in magazines,

newspapers or online publications by working in a media

company. Students spend a minimum of 60 hours during

the term under the supervision of a media professional.

Learning objectives and exit internship evaluation are

required. Limited availability. Journalism 90A requires

60 hours (arranged 4 hours/week for 16-week semester);

Journalism 90B requires 120 hours (8 hours/week for

16-week semester).

Students must have taken or be concurrently enrolled in

at least one journalism class, with a minimum of seven

units (including the internship) maintained throughout the

semester at SMC. Limited availability.

Kinesiology Physical

Education

*Maximum UC transfer credit for any or all of the courses

combined is four units unless otherwise noted.

KIN PE 1A, Adaptive 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for the physically handicapped

student who wishes to participate in activities selected to

meet individual preferences.

KIN PE 2, Achieving Lifetime Fitness 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Please note: students are required to attend and partici-

pate in fitness labs. These exercise labs will include cardio-

vascular exercise, strength training, body weight exercise

and more.

This is an introductory course designed to acquaint stu-

dents with the benefits of physical activity in their lives.

The course will aid students to create individual exercise

programs after a survey of activity modules.

KIN PE 3, Introduction to Exercise

Physiology I 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7,

8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

This is an introduction to the principles of Exercise

Physiology. The course will discuss topics related to exercise

and human performance. These topics will include: energy

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KIN PE 16A, Beginning Rock Climbing 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an indoor rock climbing class that offers

instruction and practice in the skills of rock climbing. Basic

safety skills, belaying, and climbing techniques will be

taught.

KIN PE 16B, Intermediate Rock Climbing 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: Kin PE 16A or instructor’s permission.

This course is designed to further introduce the student

to the sport of Rock Climbing through three different

variations of the sport. Students will learn and practice

Bouldering, Top Rope, and Lead climbing at an indoor rock

climbing facility.

KIN PE 17, Boxing for Fitness 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will combine basic exercises and techniques

from boxing and kickboxing to promote a fun and effec-

tive aerobic workout. Instruction will include boxing to

music using gloves, focus pads and heavy bag exercises.

These exercises will improve cardiovascular endurance,

strength development, and flexibility for lifetime fitness.

KIN PE 19A, Fitness – Anaerobic Exercises 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Traditional strength exercises and weights are used to

improve muscle strength and endurance. Students will

learn basic principles of anaerobic training and concepts

applicable for lifetime health and fitness.

KIN PE 19B, Fitness – Aerobic Exercises 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Exercise to music using step risers. Students will learn basics

of fitness, exercise and aerobic conditioning.

KIN PE 19C, Fitness – Body Level Exercises 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Traditional and aerobic exercises are used to develop the

body while concentrating on specific body areas.

KIN PE 19D, Fitness – Aquatic Exercises 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will implement exercises in the pool using

water for resistance to achieve physical fitness.

KIN PE 19E, Pilates Mat Exercise 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to introduce the student to Pilates

mat technique of exercise. Pilates is a unique method of

body control and conditioning. It consists of stretching and

strengthening the muscles, while improving flexibility and

balance.

This class is a beginning level weight training course. It will

cover all of the fundamentals of lifting and safety as well as

core training and more. Students will be required to do an

assigned program for half of the class. Students will design

their own program for the second half of the class.

KIN PE 11B, Intermediate Weight Training 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an intermediate level course in the various

methods of weight training. It is intended to aid the stu-

dents in evaluating their training and muscular develop-

ment goals as well as setting up weight training programs

to accomplish them.

KIN PE 11C, Advanced Weight Training 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is intended to aid students in evaluating their

weight training, muscular development goals and to learn

advanced concepts in strength training.

KIN PE 11N, Individual Weight Training 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a strength laboratory experience designed

to assist beginning and advanced students in refining their

individualized weight training program.

KIN PE 14, Cross Country 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop the mental and physical

techniques necessary for distance running. Topics include

aerobic and anaerobic training, physiological mechanics,

as well as mental competitive strategies as they relate to

distance running.

KIN PE 14B, Intermediate Cross Country 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop the mental and physical

techniques necessary for distance running. Topics include

aerobic and anaerobic training, physiological mechanics,

as well as mental competitive strategies as they relate to

distance running.

KIN PE 14C, Advanced Cross Country 1 unit

Transfer: CSU, UC*

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for students to take the knowledge

gained in the intermediate course and learn to prepare

their own training regimen for a competitive cross coun-

try season. The class will also focus on the psychological

aspects and physiological effects of competitive endurance

running.

KIN PE 15A, Cycling 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop the mental and physical

techniques necessary for utilizing and maintaining a bike

for cardio endurance, fitness and recreation.

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KIN PE 41M, Self Defense – Men 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides knowledge of the laws relating to

self-defense, basics of anatomy as applied to defense tech-

niques, and physical techniques that are effective in self-

defense. It also looks at violence in everyday life and how

healthy masculinity can address the prevalence of violence,

anger management, self-control, and bullying.

KIN PE 41W, Self Defense – Women 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides knowledge of the laws relating to

self defense, basics of anatomy as applied to defense tech-

niques, and physical techniques that are effective in self

defense.

KIN PE 53A, Table Tennis 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This class will cover all the basic strokes used in competitive

table tennis. Students will learn basic techniques of the

fundamental skills of the sport. Instruction includes rules,

scoring and game etiquette.

KIN PE 53B, Intermediate Table Tennis 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to teach the intermediate strokes

used in competitive table tennis. Conditioning and inter-

mediate level drills designed to improve placement and

consistency, will be emphaisized. Students enrolling in this

course should have previous table tennis experience.

KIN PE 54A, Beginning Tennis, First Level 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Techniques and drill in fundamental skills, forehand and

serve are introduced. Instruction includes rules, scoring,

and court etiquette that prepares student for limited play.

KIN PE 54B, Beginning Tennis, Second Level 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course continues with drills in basic skills and intro-

duces more advanced strokes, lob, volley, and overhead

smash. Game strategies for singles and doubles play are

developed.

KIN PE 54C, Intermediate Tennis 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Conditioning and advanced drills designed to improve

placement and consistency during match play are offered.

Students must have some tennis experience to enroll in

this course.

KIN PE 54D, Advanced Tennis 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to improve play for competition in

singles and doubles contests outside of school. Students

must have experience playing the sport.

KIN PE 25A, Beginning Golf 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to teach basic fundamentals, rules,

and etiquette of golf.

KIN PE 25B, Intermediate Golf 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: KIN PE 25A.

This course is a continuation of the basic skills of golf,

especially in the area of short game, long irons, and woods.

KIN PE 25C, Advanced Golf 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides an emphasis on playing rounds at local

golf courses, types of competition, and the where-to-go

and what-to-do of golf.

KIN PE 25D, Golf Player Development 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to help students improve their golf

skills so they can compete at the tournament level. The

course will include improving students’ knowledge of rules,

swing techniques, and course playing strategies.

KIN PE 34A, Karate 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed as an introduction to traditional

karate. The program focuses on the cultural and self-

defense aspects of the art as it was originally taught. The

style is fluid, mobile, and emphasizes grabbing, striking,

and kicking. Students work on conditioning, partner work,

solo forms (kata), and learning the traditions and etiquette

of the martial art.

KIN PE 34B, Intermediate Karate 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: KIN PE 34A or equivalent experience.

This is an intermediate level course in traditional karate.

Multi-step techniques, movement fluidity, and controlled

one-on-one combat scenarios are emphasized. Power

generation through breathing techniques and medita-

tion is introduced at this level. Students learn traditional

kata forms of “Seisan” and “Ananku”. In additional to

the Okinawan history of karate, global scale history of the

martial arts is discussed.

KIN PE 34C, Advanced Intermediate Karate 1 unit

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• Prerequisite: KIN PE 34B or equivalent experience.

This is an advanced intermediate level course in traditional

karate. Advanced techniques and movements not covered

in the beginning and intermediate classes are introduced.

Power generation through breathing techniques, whole

body movement fluidity, and meditation is emphasized

at a more advanced level than KIN PE 34B. Students learn

advanced timing for traditional kata forms of “Seisan” and

“Ananku,” and some students are introduced to the kata

“Wansu.” Specific history associated with students’ direct

Okinawan karate lineage is discussed.

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KIN PE 48A, Beginning Swimming 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is for students with limited or no experience

in swimming. Instruction begins with floating to freestyle

with rhythmic breathing and progresses to back float, and

backstroke. Students then will be introduced to the short-

axis competitive strokes-- butterfly and breast stroke.

KIN PE 48B, Elementary Swimming 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for second level swimmers.

Concentration is on stroke instruction and conditioning.

Swimmers must be able to complete 25 yards of freestyle

with side breathing in deep water.

KIN PE 48C, Intermediate Swimming 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides instruction and practice in all swim-

ming strokes and competition. Emphasis is placed on per-

formance and conditioning.

KIN PE 48D, Advanced Swimming 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides advanced instruction and practice in

swimming strokes and competition. Emphasis is placed on

performance and conditioning.

KIN PE 49A, Board Diving 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides instruction and practice in the mastery

of a variety of intricate diving techniques. This course is

open to divers of all skill levels from beginning to advanced.

KIN PE 49C, Skin Diving 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: KIN PE 48C.

This course covers the basic skills needed to skin dive safely.

Emphasis is also placed on conditioning and strokes.

KIN PE 49D, Basic SCUBA 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course offers instruction and practice in the skills of

Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA).

The instruction will include open water diving, pool dives

and using the no-decompression dive tables. Successful

completion of course requirements leads to Los Angeles

County Basic SCUBA and NAUI (National Association of

Underwater Instructors) Certificates.

Additional fees for equipment rental will apply.

KIN PE 50A, Beginning Water Polo 1 unit

Transfer: UC* ,CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an introduction to the aquatic sport of water

polo, and provides instruction in the basic skills and condi-

tioning.

KIN PE 56A, Beginning Track and Field 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students will learn the fundamentals of sprinting, hurdling

and some long distance races. The shot put and jump will

also be covered. Students will be presented with a history

of the sport and the rules of competition.

KIN PE 56B, Intermediate Track and Field 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for students with prior experience

in the sport of track and field. Students will learn about

middle distance and long distance events as well as the

discus and high jump. Students will continue to work on

running mechanics and learn about planning and organiz-

ing workouts.

KIN PE 58A, Beginning Yoga 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Basic yoga positions and exercises, control breathing, relax-

ation, meditation techniques, and stretching postures are

addressed in the class.

All yoga classes require that students provide their own

yoga mats.

KIN PE 58B, Intermediate Yoga 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Exposure to intermediate and advanced postures, relax-

ation, meditation, pranayama and concentration exercises

are covered in the class.

All yoga classes require that students provide their own

yoga mats.

KIN PE 58C, Advanced Yoga 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is an in-depth yoga course for the advanced student

who has previous yoga experience resulting in knowledge

of 25 basic poses. Deeper and expanded study of the stand-

ing poses and basic posture, shoulder hand variations, and

back bends.

All yoga classes require that students provide their own

yoga mats.

KIN PE 88A, Independent Studies in Physical

Education 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

KIN PE 88B, Independent Studies in Physical

Education 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Kinesiology Physical

Education Aquatics

*Maximum UC transfer credit for any or all of the courses

combined is four units.

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This course offers instruction and practice in the skills and

drills of baseball, plus experience in teaching and coaching

techniques at the high school or college level.

PRO CR 7, Coaching of Soccer 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7,

8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

This course is designed to prepare physical education

teachers in theory of coaching soccer at the High school,

Collegiate, or Club level. This course will include the mental

and physical preparation of becoming a coach, a compre-

hensive analysis of fundamental skills, game strategy, team

offense and team defense through lecture, participation,

and analysis of rules, and instructional procedures.

PRO CR 8, Coaching of Basketball 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7,

8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

This course is designed to prepare physical education

teachers in the theory of coaching basketball at the high

school, collegiate, and club level. This course studies the

various aspects of coaching basketball. The emphasis of the

class will be on the theory of how to organize a basketball

program from start to finish of a season, off-season recruit-

ing and conditioning. The development of individual/team

skills both offensive and defensive will be examined. This

course includes a comprehensive analysis of the principle

of movement, motor skills and strategy concepts used in

basketball.

PRO CR 9, Coaching of Volleyball 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7,

8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

This course is designed to prepare physical education

teachers in theory of coaching volleyball at the High

school, Collegiate, or Club level. This course will emphasize

development and improvement of fundamental volleyball

skills. Course content will include strategy and improve-

ment through participation, analysis of rules, instructional

procedures and coaching techniques.

PRO CR 10, Introduction to Kinesiology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: KIN 100.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides the student with an overview of the

scope, history, and philosophy of the profession. Included

is an in-depth look at requirements and preparation for

employment opportunities.

PRO CR 11, Introduction to Sports Injuries 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the student to the anatomy and

physiology of sports injuries. The prevention and treatment

of injuries as well as techniques of applying supportive

materials are included.

KIN PE 50C, Advanced Water Polo 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course develops advanced skills and covers strategies

of the game of water polo with an emphasis on competi-

tive situations.

KIN PE 51A, Beginning Surfing 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Advisory: KIN PE 48C.

This class is designed to cover the fundamentals of various

techniques of surfing. Emphasis is placed on performance

and conditioning for surfing.

KIN PE 51B, Intermediate Surfing 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Advisory: KIN PE 48D or KIN PE 51A.

This class is designed to cover various intermediate tech-

niques for surfing. Emphasis is placed on performance and

conditioning for surfing.

Kinesiology Physical

Education Professional

Courses

PRO CR 3, Coaching of Racquet Sports 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7,

8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

This course provides experience in techniques of teaching

and coaching racquet sports at the high school or college

level. The course will focus primarily on tennis, badminton,

and racquetball.

PRO CR 4, Coaching of Track and Field 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7,

8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

This course provides experience and techniques of coach-

ing and teaching track and field events at the high school

or college level.

PRO CR 6A, Coaching of Football 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7,

8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

This course offers instruction and practice in the skills of

football. The course will also provide experience in teach-

ing and coaching techniques of football at the high school

or college level.

PRO CR 6B, Coaching of Baseball 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7,

8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

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PRO CR 29B, Officiating Spring Sports 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7,

8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

This course provides a study of the principles and mechan-

ics of officiating spring sports. Students will gain field

experience in officiating team sports on campus and with

local recreation departments. Spring sports may include:

baseball, softball, swimming, volleyball, track and field,

and golf.

Kinesiology Physical

Education Team Sports

KIN PE 7C, Advanced Baseball for Men 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to provide an opportunity to expe-

rience a competitive situation similar to intercollegiate

competition

KIN PE 9A, Beginning Basketball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is an activity course designed to introduce the student

to basketball skills and rules.

KIN PE 9B, Intermediate Basketball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: KIN PE 9A.

This course is designed to introduce the student to the

strategies of team defensive basketball. Topics include the

skills required to play defense, drills to improve on those

skills, development of defensive strategies and drills to

improve in the execution of those strategies.

KIN PE 9C, Advanced Basketball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: KIN PE 9B.

This is an activity course designed with an emphasis on

high level competition among students with previous

experience. The course stresses advanced fundamentals

and strategies.

KIN PE 9W, Advanced Basketball for Women 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is an activity course designed with an emphasis on

high level competition among students with previous

experience. The course stresses advanced fundamentals

and strategies.

KIN PE 21, Coed Touch Football 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers rules, strategies, and skills necessary to

successfully participate in touch football as a leisure time

activity.

PRO CR 12, Emergency Care and Water

Safety 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: KIN PE 48B.

Ability to swim 300 consecutive yards using various strokes

required.

This course deals with preventing accidents, caring for

common injuries, and emergency procedures at the scene

of accidents or sudden illness and learning fundamental

principles behind teaching water safety. The instruction

will include the practice of American Red Cross senior life

saving, water safety, lifeguard training, first aid, and CPR/

AED for the professional rescuer. Successful completion of

course requirements leads to American National Red Cross

advanced first aid, blood borne pathogens, CPR, Water

Safety Instructor certificates, and fundamentals of instruc-

tor training.

PRO CR 15, Sports Management 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This introductory leadership course provides foundation

for the preparation of future sport managers. The course

addresses sport management, sport law, sport marketing,

sport finance, sport ethics and sport history. This course

also discusses the support systems necessary to sustain the

sport industry such as broadcasting, media relations, and

facility and event management. Guest lecturers may be

arranged and field trips may be required.

PRO CR 19, Field Experience 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course offers the student an opportunity to plan,

organize, and conduct a beginning level activity class of his

or her choice as a teaching assistant with a member of the

physical education department.

PRO CR 25, Personal Trainer Preparation 3 units

Transfer: CSU

This course gives students the knowledge and understand-

ing necessary to prepare for the ACE Personal Trainer

Certification Exam and become effective personal trainers.

This is a comprehensive course for designing individualized

programs based on each client’s unique health, fitness,

and goals. This course helps students learn how to facili-

tate rapport, adherence, self-efficacy and behavior change

in clients, as well as design programs that help clients to

improve posture, movement, flexibility, balance, core func-

tion, cardiorespiratory fitness, and muscular endurance and

strength.

PRO CR 29A, Officiating Fall Sports 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

*Maximum UC credit for KIN PE 2, 3, PRO CR 3, 4, 6A, 6B, 7,

8, 9, 29A, 29B combined is 8 units.

This course provides a study of the principles and mechan-

ics of officiating fall sports. Students will gain field experi-

ence in officiating team sports on campus and with local

recreation departments. Fall sports may include: football

(flag), basketball, soccer, water polo, and volleyball.

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emphasized in the course. Students will perform at selected

athletic events as a team.

KIN PE 57A, Beginning Volleyball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers the basic skills for playing volleyball as

well as the rules and etiquette for indoor volleyball.

KIN PE 57B, Intermediate Volleyball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: KIN PE 57A.

This course covers techniques and strategies in playing

six-person, four-person and two-person volleyball. The

continuing development of high level skills is emphasized.

KIN PE 57C, Advanced Volleyball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: KIN PE 57B.

This course covers advanced techniques and strategies of

the game in a competitive class situation. The continuing

development of high level skills is emphasized.

KIN PE 59A, Beginning Beach Volleyball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers basic techniques and strategies in play-

ing beach volleyball. The beginning fundamentals, rules

and etiquette are emphasized.

KIN PE 59B, Intermediate Beach Volleyball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers techniques and strategies in playing

power beach volleyball at the four and two-person level.

The continuing development of high level skills is empha-

sized.

KIN PE 59C, Advanced Beach Volleyball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course covers advanced techniques and strategies of

beach volleyball in a competitive class situation. The con-

tinuing development of high level skills is emphasized.

Varsity Intercollegiate

Sports – Men

Athletic courses provide an opportunity for inter-confer-

ence, invitational, sectional or state involvement at a high

level of mental and physical competition. Athletic excel-

lence is stressed throughout. One repeat of each varsity

sport is allowed. Maximum credit for UC transfer for any or

all of these courses combined is four units.

VAR PE 9V, Varsity Basketball for Men 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 ath-

letics organizations. This class is recommended for those

KIN PE 21C, Advanced Football for Men 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a continuation of beginning touch football

concentrating on position skills and strategies.

KIN PE 43A, Beginning Soccer 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to introduce the student to soccer

skills and rules. The student will participate in soccer activi-

ties with an emphasis on the technical side of the game.

KIN PE 43B, Intermediate Soccer 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to build on the skills developed in

beginning soccer. It will review and improve the basic skills

of the sport as well as introduce more technical skills and

intricacies of the game. Students will participate in soccer

drilling, training and play with an emphasis on the techni-

cal side of the game.

KIN PE 43C, Advanced Soccer 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is a continuation of the introductory soccer

course with an emphasis placed on advanced technical

skills and an introduction to team tactics and systems of

play.

KIN PE 43D, Competitive Soccer 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course offers competitive soccer for the most advanced

students. Students will be able to improve their technical

skills as well as improve their team play. Classes will be run

similar to team practices with physical training and com-

petitive drilling and play.

KIN PE 45A, Beginning Softball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for individuals who have not played

organized softball. Basics for throwing, fielding, hitting,

and base running are covered.

KIN PE 45C, Advanced Softball 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed for individuals with above average

skills. Activities are centered around skills learned in KIN PE

45A game situations.

KIN PE 46, Performance Cheerleading 1 unit

Transfer: UC*, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop performance-level cheer-

leading skills and routines. The course provides a consistent

laboratory for the development and enhancement of the

skills required to participate in cheerleading. The improve-

ment of cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and

flexibility will be necessary for the high performance of

cheerleading. Performance, safety, and cooperation will be

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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.

VAR PE 50V, Varsity Water Polo for Men 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity water polo course provides a consistent labora-

tory 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 com-

munity college athletics organizations. This class is recom-

mended 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.

VAR PE 56V, Varsity Track and Field for Men 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 participat-

ing 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.

VAR PE 57V, Varsity Volleyball for Men 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity volleyball course provides a consistent labora-

tory 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 com-

munity college athletics organizations. This class is recom-

mended 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.

Varsity Intercollegiate

Sports – Women

Athletic courses provide an opportunity for inter-confer-

ence, invitational, sectional or state involvement at a high

level of mental and physical competition. Athletic excel-

lence is stressed throughout. One repeat of each varsity

sport is allowed. Maximum credit for UC transfer for any or

all of these courses combined is four units.

VAR PE 9W, Varsity Basketball for Women 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity basketball course provides a consistent labora-

tory for the development and enhancement of the skills

required to participate in women’s intercollegiate bas-

ketball. The course is in conjunction with regular season

practice and competitions as scheduled by the local and

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.

VAR PE 14V, Varsity Cross Country for Men 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This cross country course provides a consistent labora-

tory 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 communi-

ty college athletics organizations. This class is recommend-

ed 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.

VAR PE 20V, Advanced Football for Men 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 intercol-

legiate football.

VAR PE 21V, Varsity Football for Men 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

The varsity football course provides a consistent labora-

tory 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 rec-

ommended 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.

VAR PE 43V, Varsity Soccer for Men 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity soccer course provides a consistent labora-

tory for the development and enhancement of the skills

required to participate in intercollegiate soccer. The course

is in conjunction with regular season practice and competi-

tions as scheduled by the local and state community col-

lege 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.

VAR PE 48V, Varsity Swimming and Diving for Men

3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity swimming and diving course provides a consis-

tent laboratory for the development and enhancement of

the skills required to participate in intercollegiate swim-

ming 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

Course Descriptions

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VAR PE 50W, Varsity Water Polo for Women 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity water polo course provides a consistent labora-

tory 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 participat-

ing 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.

VAR PE 54W, Varsity Tennis for Women 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity tennis course provides a consistent labora-

tory for the development and enhancement of the skills

required to participate in intercollegiate tennis. The course

is in conjunction with regular season practice and competi-

tions 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.

VAR PE 56W, Varsity Track and Field for

Women 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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.

VAR PE 57W, Varsity Volleyball for Women 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity volleyball course provides a consistent labora-

tory for the development and enhancement of the skills

required to participate in women’s intercollegiate vol-

leyball. 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 participat-

ing 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.

VAR PE 60, Conditioning for Intercollegiate

Sport 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This conditioning course provides a consistent laboratory

for sport specific training and conditioning related to inter-

collegiate athletics participation. Emphasis is on individual

state community college athletics organizations. This class

is recommended for those students that plan on participat-

ing 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.

VAR PE 14W, Varsity Cross Country for

Women 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This cross country course provides a consistent labora-

tory 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 communi-

ty college athletics organizations. This class is recommend-

ed 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.

VAR PE 43W, Varsity Soccer for Women 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity soccer course provides a consistent labora-

tory for the development and enhancement of the skills

required to participate in intercollegiate soccer. The course

is in conjunction with regular season practice and competi-

tions as scheduled by the local and state community col-

lege 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.

VAR PE 45W, Varsity Softball for Women 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity softball course provides a consistent labora-

tory 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 communi-

ty college athletics organizations. This class is recommend-

ed 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.

VAR PE 48W, Varsity Swimming and Diving for

Women 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This varsity swimming and diving course provides a consis-

tent laboratory for the development and enhancement of

the skills required to participate in intercollegiate swim-

ming 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.

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This course builds on language skills developed in Korean

3. The course will review and expand on intermediate

Korean grammar, provide practice in the use of set phrases

and idioms, and further develop skills in reading and

writing. It will enrich vocabulary, further develop read-

ing comprehension, provide opportunity for improving

intermediate level writing and conversational skills; and it

will encompass aspects of Korean culture and history. This

course is taught in Korean unless in cases of linguistic dif-

ficulty as determined by the professor.

Library Studies

LIBR 1, Library Research Methods 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to introduce students to library

research and resources available in academic libraries to

facilitate formal course work at all levels. Through effec-

tive use of both paper and electronic resources, students

learn to access information in reference works, books,

periodicals, and government documents. This course also

presents techniques for successfully compiling sources for

the research paper, including topic selection, documenta-

tion, and bibliography production. Recommended for all

students.

LIBR 3, Advanced Library Research Methods 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will provide students with advanced library

research skills necessary to do research in all academic and

other libraries. Students will learn how to identify informa-

tion needs, devise research strategies, access information

resources, and evaluate and document resources used in

research. Through lecture and research assignments, stu-

dents will master the methods for utilizing both print and

electronic resources, including library catalogs, databases,

and internet resources. This course will provide students

with advanced library research skills necessary to do

research in all academic and other libraries. Students will

learn how to identify information needs, devise research

strategies, access information resources, and evaluate and

document resources used in research. Through lecture and

research assignments, students will master the methods

for utilizing both print and electronic resources, including

library catalogs, databases, and internet resources.

Linguistics

LING 1, Introduction to Linguistics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course is an introduction to the study of language. It

provides an overview of the field of linguistics, its three

dimensions of language structure: the sound system (pho-

netics and phonology), vocabulary (morphology), and

grammar (syntax), and the way linguistic structure and

context give rise to meaning (semantics and pragmat-

and team activities that contribute to advancement in their

designated sport.

Korean

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Elementary Korean.

KOREAN 1, Elementary Korean I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course teaches the Korean Hangul by applying the

natural approach in the classroom. The materials are

designed to encourage the students to feel free to inter-

act in Korean as naturally and as spontaneously as pos-

sible. It introduces vocabulary skills, decoding skills, and

fundamental sentence structures in the present and past.

Pronunciation, grammar, and everyday vocabulary are

stressed as indispensable tools for comprehension and

expression. Aspects of Korean culture and history are cov-

ered as well. Language lab is required.

KOREAN 2, Elementary Korean II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required

for UC only)

• Prerequisite: Korean 1*.

This course is a continuation of Korean 1. Using the natural

approach, this course stresses vocabulary and fundamental

sentence structure in the past and future indicative tenses

and in the subjunctive mode. Basic aural and reading com-

prehension is also developed. Students will hold simple

conversations, learning common sayings, and write short

compositions about past and future actions. Readings of

simplified texts and study of Korean culture are included.

Language lab is required.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to two years

of high school Korean.

KOREAN 3, Intermediate Korean I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Korean 2 or skills equivalent to that of

Korean 2*.

This course is a continuation of Korean 2 and teaches

Korean by applying the Natural Approach in the classroom.

Materials are designed to encourage students to interact

in Korean as naturally and as spontaneously as possible.

Developed in accordance with performance-based prin-

ciples and methodology, the course is learner-centered

using primary resources and function/task-oriented balanc-

ing acquiring and using skills. The integration of speak-

ing, listening, reading, writing, and culture is stressed.

Grammar points are systematically introduced with simple

but adequate explanations and abundant examples, exer-

cises, and drills. Aspects of Korean culture and history are

covered as well.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school Korean.

KOREAN 4, Intermediate Korean 2 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Korean 3 or equivalent skills.

Course Descriptions

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MATH 10, Discrete Structures 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 8.

Formerly same course as CS 10.

This course is intended for computer science, engineering,

and mathematics majors. Topics include proof techniques,

cardinality of sets, partial orderings and equivalence rela-

tions, symbolic logic and valid arguments, permutations

and combinations with repetition, and an introduction to

graph theory.

MATH 11, Multivariable Calculus 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 8.

Topics include vectors and analytic geometry in two and

three dimensions, vector functions with applications, par-

tial derivatives, extrema, Lagrange Multipliers, multiple

integrals with applications, vector fields. Green’s Theorem,

the Divergence Theorem, and Stokes’ Theorem.

MATH 13, Linear Algebra 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 8.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Topics include matrices and linear transformations; abstract

vector spaces and subspaces; linear independence and

bases; determinants; systems of linear equations; eigenval-

ues and eigenvectors.

MATH 15, Ordinary Differential Equations 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: MATH 240.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 8.

This course is an introduction to ordinary differential equa-

tions. Topics include first order equations, linear equations,

reduction of order, variation of parameters, spring motion

and other applications, Cauchy-Euler equations, power

series solutions, Laplace transform, and systems of linear

differential equations.

MATH 18, Intermediate Algebra for Statistics and

Finite Mathematics 3 units

• Prerequisite: Math 31.

Maximum allowable units for Math 18 and Math 20 is 5

units.

Topics include linear, quadratic, exponential and logarith-

mic functions and equations; systems of linear equations

and inequalities; sequences and series. The emphasis is on

setting up and solving applications of the algebraic mate-

rial.

Math 18 is designed for students who are required to

complete Math 54 only or Math 21 only. If you are unsure

which transfer level math course you need, it is recom-

mended you take Math 20.

MATH 20, Intermediate Algebra 5 units

• Prerequisite: Math 31 or Math 49.

Maximum allowable units for Math 18 and Math 20 is 5

units.

ics). In addition the course considers how social practices

are shaped by and shape language use, as well as how

language is acquired and learned. The course provides a

grounding in linguistics as a field of study, basic analytic

skills for viewing and discussing language from a variety

of perspectives, and greater awareness of the relevance of

language across and within cultures.

Mathematics

Students new to the Santa Monica College mathematics

program who wish to enroll in a course must take the

Math Assessment test before enrolling. A student who has

successfully completed college level math courses (earned

a grade of C or better) at another institution may be able

to verify having met prerequisites by submitting an official

transcript. Continuing students must complete prerequisite

courses with a grade of “C” or better.

Some of the courses listed in this section are accompanied

by Supplemental Instruction. Supplemental Instruction (SI)

is an academic assistance program that utilizes free peer-

assisted weekly study sessions to help students learn the

most difficult course content. For more information, please

see the SI website at www.smc.edu/si.

MATH 2, Precalculus 5 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 20 and Math 32.

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

*Maximum UC credit for Math 2 and 26 is one course.

An intensive preparation for calculus. This course is intend-

ed for computer science, engineering, mathematics, and

natural science majors. Topics include algebraic, exponen-

tial, logarithmic and trigonometric functions and their

inverses and identities, conic sections, sequences, series, the

binomial theorem and mathematical induction.

MATH 7, Calculus 1 5 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 2.

*Maximum UC credit for Math 7 and 28 is one course.

This first course in calculus is intended primarily for science,

technology, engineering and mathematics majors. Topics

include limits, continuity, and derivatives and integrals of

algebraic and trigonometric functions, with mathematical

and physical applications.

MATH 8, Calculus 2 5 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 7.

*Maximum UC credit for Math 8 and 29 is one course.

This second course in calculus is intended primarily for sci-

ence, technology, engineering, and mathematics majors.

Topics include derivatives and integrals of transcenden-

tal functions with mathematical and physical applica-

tions, indeterminate forms and improper integrals, infinite

sequences and series, and curves, including conic sections,

described by parametric equations and polar coordinates.

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MATH 31, Elementary Algebra 5 units

• Prerequisite: Math 84 or Math 85.

Topics include: Arithmetic operations with real numbers,

polynomials, rational expressions, and radicals; factoring

polynomials; linear equations and inequalities in one and

two variables; systems of linear equations and inequalities

in two variables; application problems; equations with

rational expressions; equations with radicals; introduction

to quadratic equations in one variable.

This course is equivalent to one year high school algebra.

Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of

Associate Degree requirements. Students enrolled in this

course are required to spend 16 documented supplemental

learning hours outside of class during the semester.

MATH 32, Plane Geometry 3 units

• Prerequisite: Math 31 or Math 49.

This is an introductory course in geometry whose goal is

to increase student’s mathematical maturity and reason-

ing skills. Topics include elementary logical reasoning,

properties of geometric figures, congruence, similarity, and

right triangle relationships using trigonometric properties.

Formal proof is introduced and used within the course.

MATH 41, Mathematics for Elementary School

Teachers 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Math 20.

This course is designed for preservice elementary school

teachers. The course will examine five content areas:

Numeration (historical development of numeration sys-

tem); Set Theory (descriptions of sets, operations of sets,

Venn Diagrams); Number Theory (divisibility, primes and

composites, greatest common divisor, least common mul-

tiple); Properties of Numbers (whole numbers, integers,

rational numbers and models for teaching binary opera-

tions); and Problem Solving (strategies, models to solve

problems, inductive and deductive reasoning).

Math 41 fulfills the mathematics requirement for the

Liberal Arts major at CSU campuses but does not meet

the mathematics admission requirement at any of the CSU

campuses. Please contact a counselor if you have questions.

MATH 49, Beginning and Intermediate Algebra

for Statistics and Finite Mathematics 6 units

• Prerequisite: Math 84 or Math 85.

Maximum units for this course that may be counted toward

the Associate degree requirement is 3 units.

This is an accelerated course covering the topics of

Beginning and Intermediate algebra. Specific topics include

arithmetic operations with real numbers, change of units

and percents, polynomials, rational expressions, and radi-

cals; linear equations and inequalities; systems of linear

equations and inequalities; application problems; equa-

tions with rational expressions; equations with radicals;

linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions

and equations; factoring; drawing and interpreting graphs;

sequences and series. The emphasis is on setting up and

solving applications of the algebraic material.

MATH 50, Pre-Statistics 5 units

• Prerequisite: Math 84 or Math 85.

Maximum units for this course that may be counted toward

the Associate degree requirement is 3 units.

Topics include rational, irrational and complex numbers;

fundamental operations on algebraic expressions and

functions; introduction to polynomial, rational, expo-

nential and logarithmic functions, equations and graphs;

circles and parabolas; matrix row reduction. Emphasis is on

advanced algebraic factoring and simplification.

Math 20 serves as a prerequisite to all college level math

classes. Students whose terminal math course is Math 54

or Math 21 may want to consider taking Math 18 instead.

MATH 21, Finite Mathematics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 18 or 20 or 49 or Math 50.

This is a terminal mathematics course for liberal arts and

social science majors. Topics include sets and counting,

probability, linear systems, linear programming, statistics,

and mathematics of finance, with emphasis on applica-

tions.

MATH 26, Functions and Modeling for Business and

Social Science 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 20.

*Maximum UC credit for Math 2 and 26 is one course.

This course is a preparatory course for students anticipat-

ing enrollment in Math 28 (Calculus 1 for Business and

Social Science). Topics include algebraic, exponential and

logartihmic functions and their graphical representations,

and using these functions to model applications in business

and social science.

Math 26 is not recommended as a terminal course to satisfy

transfer requirements.

MATH 28, Calculus 1 for Business and

Social Science 5 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

C-ID: MATH 140.

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 26.

*Maximum UC credit for Math 7 and 28 is one course.

This course is intended for students majoring in business or

social sciences. It is a survey of differential and integral cal-

culus with business and social science applications. Topics

include limits, differential calculus of one variable, includ-

ing exponential and logarithmic functions, introduction to

integral calculus, and mathematics of finance.

MATH 29, Calculus 2 for Business and

Social Science 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 28.

*Maximum UC credit for Math 8 and 29 is one course.

Topics include techniques and applications of integration,

improper integrals, functions of several variables, partial

derivatives, method of least squares, maxima and minima

of functions of several variables with and without con-

straints, methods of LaGrange Multipliers, double integrals

and their application, elementary differential equations

with applications, probability and calculus.

Course Descriptions

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MATHEMATICS COURSE SEQUENCE

Multivariable Calculus

MATH 11

Linear Algebra

MATH 13

Discrete Structures

MATH 10

Ordinary Differential

Equations

MATH 15

Calculus 1

MATH 7

Precalculus

MATH 2*

Calculus 2 for Business

and Social Science

MATH 29

**Math 41 fullls the

math requirement for

the Liberal Studies

major at CSU campuses

but does not meet the

mathematics admission

requirement at any of the

CSU or UC campuses.

Finite Mathematics

MATH 21

Elementary Statistics

MATH 54

Functions and

Modeling for Business

and Social Science

MATH 26

Mathematics for

Elementary Teachers

MATH 41**

* To take Math 2,

Precalculus, you need

to take Math 32 and

Math 20.

Arithmetic and

Prealgebra

MATH 85

Accelerated Courses

Accelerated Course

Basic Arithmetic

MATH 81

Prealgebra

MATH 84

Traditional Pathway

This course compresses

Math 81 & Math 84 into

one term. Students will

be required to work at

a much faster pace in

this class.

Beginning and

Intermediate Algebra

for Statistics and

Finite Mathematics

MATH 49

This course compresses

Math 31 & Math 18 into

one term. Students will

be required to work at

a much faster pace in

this class.

The starting point in this Math Course Sequence Chart depends on your Math Assessment results as well as your future goals. For these reasons, it is

wise to prepare before taking the Math Assessment and to review the information about Math courses and Math sequences before registering for your rst

math class. Information about Math Assessment and practice test materials are available at the SMC Assessment website at www.smc.edu/assessment.

Information about math courses and sequences are available at the SMC Mathematics Department website at www.smc.edu/math.

Although these courses may be

taken in any order after completion

of Math 8, students are advised

to complete Math 11 and Math 15

before enrolling in Math 13.

The transfer math course you choose depends

on your major and the university to which you

plan to transfer. Please refer to www.assist.org

or consult with an SMC counselor to make sure

that the course you take is appropriate for your

goals.

Math 81, 84, 85, 31, 32,

18, 20, 49, and 50 will not

transfer to the UC and CSU

systems, but these courses

are prerequisites for college

level math courses and some

courses in other departments.

For an Associate degree,

SMC requires the successful

(with a grade of C or better)

completion of Math 18, 20, 49,

50, or 32 (if taken Fall 2006

or later) or a passing score

on the SMC Math Prociency

Assessment plus successful

completion of one additional

designated non-math course.

Calculus 2

MATH 8

Calculus 1 for Business

and Social Science

MATH 28

Intermediate Algebra

for Statistics and

Finite Mathematics

MATH 18

Pre-Statistics

MATH 50

Intermediate Algebra

MATH 20

Plane Geometry

MATH 32

Elementary Algebra

MATH 31

Traditional Pathway

Elementary Algebra

MATH 31

Pre-College Level College Level

Higher Level

Which Pre-Collegiate Pathway? 49, 50, 18, 20?

* Math 18, Math 49, and Math 50 cannot

be used as prerequisite courses in

place of a listed Math 20 Prerequisite.

Students who plan to take a non-

math course which lists Math 20 as a

prerequisite should take Math 20 unless

otherwise advised by the department

offering the non-math course.

* Students who know they will need only

Math 21 or Math 54 for transfer, usually

Liberal Arts and Social Science majors,

may take either Math 49, OR Math 31 &

18, OR Math 31 & 20 OR Math 50.

* Students who need to complete

precalculus or calculus series for their

intended major (Ex. Science majors,

Engineering majors, Computer Science

majors, STEM majors, most business

majors, etc.), or plan to take Math 41, or

are undecided about their major should

not take Math 18, 49, or 50. They should

instead take Math 20.

* For specic questions about the math

required for your specic major, please

consult the SMC Math department

website, www.smc.edu/math, or see an

SMC Counselor.

START

Taking Math 85 and Math 49 or 50

is a 2-term accelerated pathway to

Statistics & Finite Math

7-16

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Course Descriptions

This course offers an accelerated option for preparation for

Elementary Algebra. The material covered is equivalent to

that covered separately in Math 81 (Basic Arithmetic) and

Math 84 (Prealgebra). This course develops number and

operation sense with regard to whole numbers, integers,

rational numbers, mixed numbers, and decimals. Grouping

symbols, order of operations, estimation and approxima-

tion, scientific notation, ratios, percents, proportions, geo-

metric figures, and units of measurement with conversions

are included. An introduction to algebraic topics, including

simple linear equations, algebraic expressions and for-

mulas, and practical applications of the material also are

covered. All topics will be covered without the use of a

calculating device.

Students who desire a slower pace should enroll in the

Math 81/84 sequence. Course credit may not be applied

toward satisfaction of Associate degree requirements.

MATH 88A, Independent Studies in

Mathematics 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Media Studies

The courses listed here were previously listed under

Broadcasting and Communication.

Also see courses listed under Communication Studies, Film

Studies, and Journalism.

MEDIA 1, Survey of Mass Media

Communications 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: JOUR 100.

IGETC AREA 4G (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Communication 1.

This course introduces aspects of communications and the

impact of mass media on the individual and society. The

survey includes newspapers, magazines, radio, television,

cable, motion pictures, online media, advertising, public

relations, theories of communication, and mass communi-

cation modes, processes and effects.

MEDIA 2, Reading Media: Acquiring Media Literacy

Skills 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Communication 2.

This course will acquaint students with the inquiry process

as applied to electronic and print media texts from sources

such as television, radio, film, podcasting, World Wide Web

sites and video games. Students will gain the necessary

skills to understand their multi-media world and its many

layers of meanings and messages. Students will learn to

“read” and design visual, as well as print messages through

the processes of analysis, deconstruction and decoding.

This course is designed to meet Information Competency

guidelines.

MEDIA 3, Global Media 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

This course introduces algebra topics and the basic ele-

ments of exploratory data analysis needed for Elementary

Statistics (Math 54) and Finite Mathematics (Math 21).

Course topics include formulas and algebraic expressions,

linear equations and inequalities in one variable, analyzing

and producing data, sample statistics and graphs, func-

tions, systems of linear equations, and probability.

Math 50 is designed for students who are only required

to complete Elementary Statistics (Math 54) or Finite

Mathematics (Math 21). Students who plan to take a non-

math course which lists math 20 or math 31 as a pre-requi-

site should take those courses unless otherwise advised by

the department offering the non-math course. This course

is not intended as a preparation for precalculus or calculus.

Students planning to take precalculus (Math 2) must com-

plete Intermediate Algebra (Math 20).

MATH 54, Elementary Statistics 4 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)

• Prerequisite: Math 20 or Math 18 or Math 49 or Math

50.

Formerly Math 52.

This course covers concepts and procedures of descrip-

tive statistics, elementary probability theory and inferen-

tial statistics. Course content includes: summarizing data;

computation and interpretation of descriptive statistics;

classical probability theory; probability distributions; bino-

mial, normal, T, Chi-square and F distributions; making

inferences; decisions and predictions. This course develops,

analyzes, and interprets confidence intervals for popula-

tion parameters, hypothesis testing for both one and two

populations, correlation and regression, ANOVA, and test

for independence. This course develops statistical thinking

through the study of applications in variety of disciplines.

The use of a statistical/graphing calculator and/or statistical

analysis software is integrated into the course.

MATH 81, Basic Arithmetic 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

The aim of this course is to develop number and operation

sense with regard to whole numbers, fractions, decimals

and percents; as well as measurement and problem solving

skills. Course content also includes ratios, proportions, and

practical applications of the arithmetic material.

*Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of

Associate in Arts Degree requirements. Students enrolled

in this course are required to spend 16 documented supple-

mental learning hours outside of class during the session.

MATH 84, Pre-Algebra 3 units

• Prerequisite: Math 81.

This course prepares the student for Elementary Algebra. It

assumes a thorough knowledge of arithmetic. Course con-

tent includes integers, signed fractions, signed decimals,

grouping symbols, the order of operations, exponents, and

algebraic expressions and formulas. The emphasis is on

concepts essential for success in algebra.

*Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of

Associate Degree requirements. Students enrolled in this

course are required to spend 16 documented supplemental

learning hours outside of class during the semester.

MATH 85, Arithmetic and Prealgebra 5 units

• Prerequisite: None.

Course Descriptions

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MEDIA 13, Broadcasting Announcing and

Production 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Broadcasting 3A.

This course offers training and practical experience in

announcing for radio and television and for radio control

room operation, combining voice, recordings, editing, and

other elements in broadcasting performance and produc-

tion.

MEDIA 14, Newscasting and Newswriting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Broadcasting 4A.

This course familiarizes the student with the expectations

of journalism by the public and teaches the student the

basic newswriting guidelines used in broadcast journal-

ism. Through newswriting assignments and exercises, the

student will become adept in basic broadcast news writing.

Media Studies 14 is the same course as Journalism 4A.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

MEDIA 15, Advanced Newscasting and

Newswriting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Media Studies 14.

Formerly Broadcasting 4B.

This course builds upon Broadcast 4A/Journalism 4A and

offers students an opportunity to further develop their

newswriting and newscasting skills The student will write

broadcast copy for a variety of news situations in radio

and television. More complex assignments such as cover-

ing political campaigns and breaking news stories will

be covered. Assignments include writing broadcast copy

for SMC’s campus radio KWRF. Issues in media ethics and

career opportunities will also be discussed.

Media Studies 4B is the same course as Journalism 4B.

Students may receive credit for one, but not both.

MEDIA 16, Sportscasting Fall Sports 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Broadcasting 5A.

Sports reporting for the broadcast media, including a study

of sources of information, statistic and personal back-

ground on athletes, as well as techniques of interviewing,

color reporting, and play-by-play announcing are covered

in this course. Special emphasis will be given to the particu-

lar demands and playing environments of fall sports such as

football. Field work in coverage of football and other fall

sports involves interview shows with coaches, players, and

sports figures.

MEDIA 17, Sportscasting Spring Sports 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Broadcasting 5B.

Sports reporting for the broadcast media, including a study

of sources of information, statistic and personal back-

ground on athletes, as well as techniques of interviewing,

color reporting, and play-by-play announcing are covered

in this course. Special emphasis will be given to the par-

ticular demands and playing environments of spring sports

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course provides a detailed introduction to global

media systems around the world, examining the main

economic and cultural dimensions of the international

media environment. Key theoretical approaches to inter-

national and global communication will be examined.

Consideration will be given to the key issues, main actors,

and significant developments in global media.

Media 3 is the same course as Global Studies 3. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

MEDIA 4, Introduction to Game Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This introductory course examines the medium of video

games. The course studies how video games have devel-

oped historically, culturally, and technically. Issues of narra-

tive, design, interactivity, and spatiality, which inform both

the medium as a whole and individual games in particular,

are examined. The function of video games as media texts

within popular culture is also assessed.

MEDIA 10, Media, Gender, and Race 3 units

Transfer: UC (meets UC Berkeley American Cultures

graduation requirement); CSU

IGETC AREA 4G (Social and Behavior Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Communication 10. This course satisfies the Santa

Monica College Global Citizenship requirement.

This course is an historical overview of media in the United

States. Using readings from selected texts, clips from

movies, radio and television broadcasts, as well as period

literature, students analyze and debate representations in

the media with a focus on class, gender, and race/ethnicity.

Critical thinking is stressed in this course.

MEDIA 11, Introduction to Broadcasting 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Broadcasting 1.

Radio, television and related electronic media are intro-

duced in this course with emphasis on history, program-

ming, FCC regulations, operations, economics, and social

impact. The course also includes an examination of the

newer technologies such as the Internet, cable, direct

broadcast satellites, computers, wireless phones, and the

communications technology revolution.

MEDIA 12, Broadcasting Programming and

Management 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Broadcasting 2.

Principles of radio and television programming and man-

agement, including program sources, programming theo-

ries, station organization, community involvement, market

demographics, and fulfillment of FCC requirements are

covered in this course.

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MEDIA 46, Television Production 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Broadcasting 46.

This course provides basic training in the use of television

equipment and facilities; camera operations; audio and

video control; lighting; graphics; editing; portable video,

and audio production techniques.

MEDIA 48, Television Field Production

Workshop 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Broadcasting 48.

Students will produce a variety of electronic media projects

primarily for airing on public cable access and public televi-

sion station channels. Projects will also be developed for

pod-casting, inclusion in video/film festivals, and distribu-

tion to other media entities. The emphasis in this course is

on the development of creative video camera techniques,

writing, producing, and editing skills for the production of

digital media. Students will also have the opportunity to

produce video segments for the Corsair newspaper online

edition.

MEDIA 88A, Independent Studies in

Media Studies 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

MEDIA 88B, Independent Studies in

Media Studies 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

MEDIA 88C, Independent Studies in

Media Studies 3 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

MEDIA 90B, Internship in Media Studies 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Media 11 or 13 or 14. Students must

arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling

in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center

before enrolling.

Formerly Broadcasting 90B.

Students become acquainted with the career fields of

radio, television or other media by working in a profes-

sional broadcasting or media company. Students spend a

minimum of 60 hours during the term under the super-

vision of a media professional. Learning objectives and

exit internship evaluation are required. Limited availabil-

ity. Broadcast 90B requires 120 hours (8 hours/week for

16-week semester).

Students must have taken or be concurrently enrolled in

a minimum of one broadcasting class, with a minimum of

7 units (including the internship), maintained throughout

the semester at SMC. Limited availability.

such as basketball and track and field. Field work in cover-

age of spring sports involves interview shows with coaches,

players, and sports figures.

MEDIA 18, Broadcast Advertising 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly same course as Business 33.

This course examines advertising as an economic support

for commercial broadcast, cable, and related telecommuni-

cations media. Audience surveys, rate structures, client, ad

rep firms and advertising agency relationships are discussed

and explored.

MEDIA 19, Broadcasting Workshop 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Media Studies 13 or 14.

Formerly Broadcasting 9.

This course offers further training and practical experience

in producing and announcing for radio. Students use digi-

tal audio workstations to produce commercials, newscasts,

promos and various other audio projects. Lecture topics

include an overview of current industry trends, plus instruc-

tion on voiceovers, digital editing and mixing, podcasting,

Internet streaming and satellite radio. Students will also

have the opportunity to host a weekly radio show to help

prepare them for professional radio station work. One

repeat of the course is allowed.

MEDIA 20, Introduction to Writing and Producing

Short Form Media 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Broadcasting 20.

This course offers basic training and practical experience in

writing, producing, shooting, music selection, and direct-

ing voice-over talent for short-form media projects. These

project forms include on-air promos, commercials, public

service announcements, webisodes, and special marketing

campaigns. The course will take a hands-on approach to

enable the development of basic copywriting and produc-

tion skills, and will provide students with an introductory

understanding of television, radio, and alternative media

branding and marketing strategies. Storytelling, scriptwrit-

ing, and coordinating essential production elements will

be emphasized.

MEDIA 21, Short Form Visual Media

Production 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Media Studies 20.

Formerly Broadcasting 21.

This course offers advanced instruction and focused practi-

cal experience in concept development, writing and pro-

ducing for short form visual media projects. These project

forms include on-air promos, commercials, public service

announcements (PSA’s), webisodes, and special visual mar-

keting campaigns. The major course objective is to enable

professional visual writing and production skills through

immersion in short-form producing and writing assign-

ments applicable to television, radio, internet, mobile

device, and other digital media formats. Story and script

development, and short form project conception and pro-

duction will be emphasized.

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MLT 5, Clinical Microbiology 6 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Medical Laboratory Technician 1.

Course will emphasize basic skills, principles, and labora-

tory techniques for staining, culturing, isolation, biochemi-

cal techniques and identification of human pathogenic

microorganisms. Included in the course are techniques used

to determine the susceptibility of pathogenic microorgan-

isms to different antibiotics and other drugs. This course

will also cover basic principles in identification of parasites,

viruses, and fungal microorganisms.

MLT 10, Clinical Practicum 1 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Medical Lab Technician 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and

CA Certified Phlebotomy Technicial License (CPT 1 or

2).

Emphasis is on providing students with entry-level clinical

laboratory practice and experience in the different clinical

laboratory departments. Daily activities will include super-

vised pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical evalu-

ation of patient specimens in an affiliated clinical labora-

tory. The laboratory departments include hematology,

coagulation, urinalysis, body fluids, microbiology, chemis-

try, immunology, and immunohematology. An assessment

at the end of the clinical training will evaluate the students

on their entry-level clinical laboratory skills.

Microbiology

Please see listing under “Biological Sciences.”

Modern Languages

SMC offers courses in American Sign Language, Arabic,

Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Hebrew, Italian,

Japanese, Korean, Persian (Farsi), Portuguese, Russian,

Spanish, and Turkish. Classes are listed under name of

specific language.

Music

Please also see course listing in “Music History” below.

Some performance courses require auditions during the

first week of class. A maximum of 12 units is allowed in

performance courses.

MUSIC 1, Fundamentals of Music 3 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

*No UC transfer credit for Music 1 if taken after Music 2.

See also Music 66.

Instruction in this course ranges from an introduction to

the keyboard to the reading of simple pieces at sight in all

major keys. Technical problems, basic music theory, major

scales, hand-over-hand arpeggios, simple chording and an

introduction to piano literature are stressed.

Music 60A is equivalent to the piano portion of Music 66.

Credit may be earned for Music 60A or Music 66 but not

both.

MUSIC 60B, Elementary Piano, Second Level 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 60A.

Instruction in this course ranges from an introduction to

major and harmonic minor scale fingerings, minor key

signatures, hand-over-hand arpeggios, triad inversions,

primary chord harmonization, sight reading and transposi-

tion. Pieces are studied with attention to basic concepts of

piano technique and interpretation such as phrasing, tone,

touches and dynamics.

MUSIC 60C, Elementary Piano, Third Level 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 60B.

Instruction in this course includes an emphasis on repertoire

by master composers with attention to technical approach,

interpretation and harmonic analysis. Major and harmonic

minor scales, arpeggios and inversions are continued.

MUSIC 60D, Elementary Piano, Fourth Level 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 60C.

In this course elementary pieces from the standard reper-

toire of all musical periods are studied with an emphasis on

technique, interpretation and harmonic analysis. Keyboard

musicianship skills, including major and harmonic minor

scales, major and minor arpeggios and chord progressions

involving seventh chords and secondary triads, are stressed.

MUSIC 61A, Intermediate Piano, Fifth Level 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 60D.

A study of intermediate level original piano compositions

by master composers. Includes technical studies, analysis of

literature performed, in-depth instruction on the interpre-

tation of literature performed, major and minor scales (4

octaves, hands together), chord progressions and harmo-

nization.

MUSIC 61B, Intermediate Piano, Sixth Level 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 61A.

A study of upper intermediate and early advanced levels of

original piano compositions by master composers. Includes

technical studies, analysis of literature performed, in-depth

instruction on the interpretation of literature performed,

major and minor scales (4 octaves, hands together), chord

progressions (including modulation).

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MUSIC 73B, Intermediate Percussion

Ensemble 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 73A.

Instruction in percussion and snare drum at a more

advanced level than given in Music 73A. Additional instruc-

tion will be given in other percussion instruments, such

as bass drum, cymbals, timpani, and tambourine. Class

rehearsal as well as outside preparation will lead to public

performance.

MUSIC 74, Orchestra 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course provides study of musical style and rehearsal

techniques as they relate to the performance of orchestra

literature.

MUSIC 74S, Orchestra 0.5 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course provides study of musical style and rehearsal

techniques as they relate to the performance of orches-

tra literature. Ability to play an orchestral instrument is

required.

MUSIC 75, Instrumental Chamber Music

Repertoire 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

The study of musical literature, musical style, rehearsal

techniques and ensemble playing as they relate to the per-

formance of instrumental chamber music.

MUSIC 76, Intermediate Brass, Woodwinds, and

Percussion 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 71, 72, 73A, or 73B.

This course is designed as an intermediate level class to

continue skill development of the individual brass, wood-

wind, and percussion instruments and improve reading

skills. The course will offer a first-level ensemble experience

with emphasis directed to precision, intonation, balance

and blend.

MUSIC 77, Wind Ensemble 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course provides study and performance of musical lit-

erature written for wind ensemble with emphasis on style

and rehearsal technique as they relate to the performance

of band literature. Ability to play a band instrument is

required.

MUSIC 77S, Wind Ensemble 0.5 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course provides study and performance of musical lit-

erature written for wind ensemble with emphasis on style

and rehearsal technique as they relate to the performance

of band literature. Ability to play a band instrument is

required.

Ravel, Scriabin, Bartok, Hindemith, Schoenberg, Prokofiev,

Kabalevsky, Stravinsky, Copland, Barber, Ginastera, and

others. This course is designed for upper-intermediate or

early advanced pianists.

MUSIC 70A, String Instrument Techniques 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides instruction in and reinforcement

of the basic skills needed to play the instruments of the

orchestral string family (violin, viola, cello and bass).

Included are hand position, bow hold, fingerings, intona-

tion, and posture.

MUSIC 70B, Intermediate Strings Techniques 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 70A.

This course is designed as an intermediate level class to

continue development of the skills needed to play bowed

string instruments (violin, viola, cello, string bass) and to

improve reading skills. This course will offer a first level

ensemble experience with emphasis on precision, intona-

tion, balance, and blend. A separate time will be scheduled

to help prepare more advanced students for the orchestra.

MUSIC 70C, Intermediate Strings Orchestra 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Music 70B or audition.

This course provides study of musical style and rehearsal

techniques as they relate to the performance of intermedi-

ate level string orchestra literature. Ability to play a string

instrument is required. During the course attention also

will be given to technical development of the students in

relation to the music that is being studied.

MUSIC 71, Woodwind Instrument Techniques 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides instruction in and reinforcement of

the basic technical skills need to play instruments of the

woodwind family, including embouchure development,

standard and auxiliary fingerings, hand position, posture,

and diaphragmatic breathing. Instruments of the wood-

wind family include flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, and bass

clarinet.

MUSIC 72, Brass Instrument Techniques 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is the study of fundamental techniques, includ-

ing tone production, fingerings, embouchure and hand

position, of standard brass instruments which include trum-

pet, horn, euphonium, trombone and tuba.

MUSIC 73A, Percussion Ensemble Instrument

Techniques 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Instruction in the basic techniques of concert percussion

for beginners, emphasizing snare drum and orchestra bells.

Techniques of other instruments, including bass drum, cym-

bals, triangle, tambourine and timpani will be demonstrat-

ed. Students will play individually and in small ensembles.

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MUSIC 87B, Classical and Flamenco Guitar, Second

Level 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 87A.

This course focuses on music reading above first position

at the intermediate level and on right and left hand skills.

Students must have a nylon strung classical guitar in good

condition

MUSIC 88A, Independent Studies in Music 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

MUSIC 88B, Independent Studies in Music 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

MUSIC 92, Applied Music Instruction 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

• Corequisite: Music 94; and one of the following:

Music 40, 42, 45, 52, 53, 55, 59, 64, 73B, 74, 76, 77, 78.

Auditions will be held. For information call SMC Music

Department at 434-4323 or www.smc.edu/music.

Students will be assigned section numbers after acceptance

into the program.

This course is designed to provide students with individual

instruction in the applied areas of instrumental perfor-

mance, vocal performance, and composition. The two units

of credit require a weekly one-hour private lesson and five

hours of individual practice per week. Students may repeat

for credit for a total of four semesters.

MUSIC 94, Concert Music Class 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

• Corequisite: Music 92; and one of the following:

Music 40, 42, 45, 52, 53, 55, 59, 64, 73B, 74, 76, 77, 78.

This course is designed to provide students in the Applied

Music Program performance opportunities in a controlled

environment in the areas of instrumental performance,

vocal performance, and composition. Students may repeat

this class for credit for a total of four semesters.

Music History and

Appreciation

Attendance at one Music department concert for which

students may have to purchase tickets is required. Online

classes are exempted.

MUSIC 30, Music History I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is a survey of music in Western Civilization

from Antiquity through Baroque (approximately 800 BC to

1750 AD). Emphasis is placed upon the principal compos-

ers and their works related to the history and philosophy

of each stylistic period and interrelationships with the arts

and humanities in general. The stylistic periods covered

include Greco-Roman, Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance

MUSIC 78, Jazz Ensemble 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition required.

This course provides rehearsal and performance of lit-

erature written for large jazz ensembles with emphasis

on methods and materials. Musical materials include pub-

lished arrangements of standard tunes, special arrange-

ments of standard tunes, and contemporary compositions

in the jazz idiom and selected according to the ability of

the group. Ability to play an instrument and instructor’s

approval are required.

MUSIC 79A, Jazz Improvisation 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Music 1.

This course focuses on the development of idiomatic jazz

improvisation skills through the study of jazz standard

tunes, 12 bar blues, jazz theory, ear training, transcriptions

and performance.

MUSIC 81, Introduction to Mariachi

Performance 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Audition to demonstrate basic skills on

violin, trumpet, guitar, vihuela, guitarron or voice.

An ensemble for musicians interested in playing and sing-

ing mariachi music. Emphasis on learning to play mariachi

instruments: (violin, trumpet, guitar, vihuela, guitarron and

voice), in the proper style to play well as part of a group

and to differentiate mariachi music from other types of

Mexican music.

MUSIC 84A, Popular Guitar, First Level 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

The study and performance of popular guitar styles in the

range of beginning to intermediate skills of music reading,

interpretation and performance.

Students must have a guitar in good playing condition.

MUSIC 84B, Popular Guitar, Second Level 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 84A.

The study and performance of popular guitar styles in the

range of intermediate difficulty are the goals of this course.

The course includes finger styles as found in Folk, Rock,

Jazz, and their variations.

Students must have a guitar in good playing condition.

MUSIC 84C, Popular Guitar, Third Level 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Skills Advisory: Music 84B.

The study and performance of popular guitar styles in the

range of intermediate difficulty are the goals of this course.

The course includes finger styles as found in Folk, Rock,

Jazz, and their variations.

MUSIC 87A, Classical and Flamenco Guitar, First

Level 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This course focuses on music reading in first position from

beginning to intermediate level and on right and left hand

skills.

Students must have a nylon strung classical guitar in good

condition.

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This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course is a musical and cultural survey of popular music

widely referred to as Rock & Roll. Musical trends are fol-

lowed from influential traditions of early blues and jazz

at the beginning of the twentieth century and include the

emergence of Rock & Roll in the early 1950’s, Motown, the

“British Invasion”, Art Rock, Heavy Metal, Punk, Rap and

Hip-Hop, Techno, Grunge, Electronica, Garage Rock and

Modern Rock.

MUSIC 37, Music in American Culture 3 units

Transfer: UC (meets UC Berkeley American Cultures

graduation requirement), CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course is a survey of the music of Native Americans,

European Americans, African Americans, Latino Americans

and Asian Americans from their historical roots to the

present, including blues, gospel, bluegrass, zydeco, salsa,

mariachi, norteno, and taiko, and the impact of traditional

music on American pop styles. The course examines musi-

cal elements, the role of music in society, and how music

reflects culture. Students will develop listening and descrip-

tive skills through a variety of media including recordings,

video and live demonstration. The course is open to all

regardless of previous musical background or experience.

MUSIC 39, History of Opera 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

The history of opera, from ‘l’Orfeo’ by Monterverdi to the

present day. An examination of the creative elements of

opera which combines the visual, vocal, instrumental, liter-

ary and kinesthetic arts into an art form that can measure a

civilized culture. The origins of modern opera in Italy, soon

followed by French, German, Russian, English, Spanish,

other European and American variations, and a worldwide

variety of theater forms presented in the language of

music.

Noncredit Classes

The following classes are noncredit and free to students.

These classes do NOT carry academic credits or grades. For

more information, please look for the following course

headings in this section.

American Sign Language – Noncredit

Please see listing under Counseling – Adult Education

(COUNS 906, American Sign Language Level 1).

Basic Skills – Noncredit

ESL – Noncredit

Nursing – Noncredit

Parenting – Noncredit

Political Science – Noncredit

and Baroque. The course is designed for the music major,

but open to all.

MUSIC 31, Music History II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is a survey of music in Western Civilization from

the Rococo Period (about 1720) to the present. Emphasis is

placed upon the principal composers and their works relat-

ed to the history and philosophy of each stylistic period

and interrelationships with the arts and humanities in gen-

eral. The stylistic periods covered include Rococo, Classical,

Romantic, Impressionist, and the diverse directions of

the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The course is

designed for the music major but open to all.

MUSIC 32, Appreciation of Music 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is designed for the non-major. It utilizes a broad

approach to musical literature, primarily of the sixteenth

through twenty-first centuries, and its place in the cultural

development of Western Civilization. It provides the tools

for a basic understanding of music, an awareness of the

primary musical styles, comprehension of the building

blocks of music, and the development of an attentive level

of listening.

MUSIC 33, Jazz in American Culture 3 units

Transfer: UC (meets UC Berkeley American Cultures

graduation requirement), CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course concentrates on the origin, development and

major musical styles of Jazz music in American culture

with significant emphasis placed on the sociopolitical and

economic realities that resulted in shaping the musical

decisions of the primary innovators. The course will fur-

ther illustrate how the multicultural intersection of the

African-American, European-American and Chicano/Latino

communities has been, and continues to be, an essential

element for the existence and proliferation of this uniquely

American art form. Designed for the non-major.

MUSIC 34, Survey of Piano Music 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is an examination of the history of the piano

and the music written for it. It is an ideal companion for

any of the elementary or intermediate piano courses and

a good introductory music course for any student with an

interest in keyboard music. The course is designed for a stu-

dent with no previous musical knowledge or experience.

MUSIC 36, History of Rock Music 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

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NURSNG 16, Physical Assessment 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 10, 10L or equivalent.

The focus of this course is to enable the student to further

develop techniques of physical assessment. It includes a

description of fundamental assessment techniques includ-

ing measurement of vital signs, then details assessment

procedures and findings for specific body systems. The

examination techniques presented are related primarily to

adult patients. Gerontological considerations are included

for each body system, with a focus on identifying normal

age-related variations.

NURSNG 17, Pharmacological Aspects of

Nursing 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Physiology 3.

This as an introductory course in pharmacology designed

to enable the student to recognize the various classes of

drugs used in modern medicine. It includes a brief review

of anatomy and physiology, how drugs exert their effects,

the major indication for drug use, routes of administration,

expected and adverse drug effects, precautions and contra-

indications. Emphasis is on prescription drugs, but over the

counter medications are also included.

NURSNG 19, Orientation to Advanced Placement –

ADN Program 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Eligible for Advanced Placement.

The focus of this course is to orient the advanced place-

ment nursing student, the foreign trained nurse, or equiva-

lent, to the philosophy and expectations of the second

year of the registered nursing program. Special emphasis is

placed on having the student utilize the Orem’s Self-Care

Model and the nursing process in planning, implementing,

and evaluating the nursing care of patients through case

studies.

NURSNG 20, Introduction to Medical-Surgical

Nursing 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 15, 15L.

This course must be taken concurrently with the laboratory

component, Nursing 20L and Nursing 17.

The focus of this course is on the pathophysiology and

required nursing assistance for adult patients, including

the geriatric patient, with acid-base imbalances, electro-

lyte imbalances and related endocrine health deviations.

Universal self-care requisites are applied to specific client

groups requiring nursing care to manage hypertension

and peripheral vascular disease. The pathophysiology and

required nursing assistance for clients with health devia-

tions affecting the musculoskeletal system, and the eye and

ear are also explored. Special emphasis is placed on having

the student utilize Orem’s Self-Care Model and the nursing

process in planning, implementing and evaluating nursing

care of selected patients. Strategies to promote critical

thinking will serve as the foundation for making nursing

care decisions.

Nursing

NURSNG 1E, Nursing Neighborhood 0 units

This is a companion course for nursing students to par-

ticipate in a special online experience called the “nursing

neighborhood.” Contact the department for details.

NURSNG 10, Nursing Skills 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing Program: Anatomy

1, English 1, Microbiology 1, Physiology 3.

Nursing 10 and 10L must be taken concurrently.

The focus of this introductory nursing fundamental course

is to provide the beginning student with a conceptual basis

in meeting self-care deficits of older adults in a non-acute

environment. Emphasis is placed on assisting the student

in learning to use Orem’s Self Care Model and the nursing

process as an underlying framework for the development

of critical thinking while implementing basic nursing care.

NURSNG 10L, Nursing Skills Laboratory 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing Program: Anatomy

1, English 1, Microbiology 1, Physiology 3.

Nursing 10 and 10L must be taken concurrently.

The focus of this clinical course is to provide the oppor-

tunity for skill performance and transfer of theory to the

clinical setting. The clinical setting will include the Health

Sciences Learning Center laboratory and non-acute clinical

environments with focus on the older adult.

NURSNG 15, Nursing Fundamentals 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 10, 10L and 36.

• Corequisite: Nursing 15L.

The focus of this nursing fundamentals course is to provide

the continuing student with opportunities to develop com-

petencies in providing nursing assistance to meet patient/

client self-care deficits. Students will utilize the nursing

process and the Orem’s Self-Care Model as the framework

to apply critical thinking skills while implementing nurs-

ing care for adults. Medical-Surgical nursing content will

be introduced with the focus on fluid volume imbalance,

peri-operative care and genito-urinary health deviations.

Nursing care will be provided to adults and older adults in

acute and non-acute environments. The companion clinical

course, Nursing 15L must be taken concurrently.

NURSNG 15L, Nursing Fundamentals

Laboratory 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 10, 10L and 36.

Concurrent enrollment in Nursing 15 is required.

The focus of this nursing laboratory course is to provide the

continuing student with the opportunity for application

of theoretical knowledge to the provision of client care

in the clinical setting. Students will begin to utilize critical

thinking skills as they apply theoretical concepts to clinical

practice while implementing nursing care for adults and

older adults. Nursing care will be provided to adults and

older adults in acute and non-acute environments.

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NURSNG 30, Intermediate Medical-Surgical

Nursing 2.5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 16, Nursing 17, Nursing 25,

Nursing 25L, Nursing 28.

Nursing 30 and 30L must be taken concurrently.

This course presents increasingly complex concepts involv-

ing adults with both medical and surgical health devia-

tions and the required nursing assistance. It utilizes Orem’s

Self-Care Model in meeting health deviation needs of the

patient experiencing gastrointestinal, renal, oncological,

hematological, female reproductive, and immune system

disorders. The universal self-care requisites are assessed

and evaluated. Emphasis is placed on the development of

a broad, scientific knowledge base including reasoning,

judgment, communication, critical thinking, and profes-

sional role development. The nursing process and profes-

sional role development are used as an organization and

practice framework. Gerontology concepts are presented

along with health promotion and health maintenance

strategies.

NURSNG 30L, Intermediate Medical-Surgical Nursing

Laboratory 2.5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 16, Nursing 17, Nursing 25,

Nursing 25L, Nursing 28.

Nursing 30 and 30L must be taken concurrently.

The focus of this nursing laboratory course is to provide

the continuing student with the opportunity to apply

increasingly complex medical-surgical concepts of care for

adults with health deviations. Students will assess, plan,

provide, and evaluate the provision of nursing assistance in

the clinical laboratory. The Orem’s Self-Care Model will be

used as a framework to safely meet nursing needs of the

patient with gastrointestinal, renal, oncological, hemato-

logical, female reproductive, and immune system disorders.

Students will assess the adult and older adult’s self-care

requisites, determine the therapeutic self-care demand,

and apply the nursing process. Professional role develop-

ment is integrated throughout, along with application of

critical thinking, communication theory, clinical judgment,

and sound reasoning. Laboratory experiences will be held

in the acute care or community setting.

NURSNG 35, Advanced Medical-Surgical

Nursing 2.5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 30 and 30L or Nursing 19 and

Advanced Placement.

Nursing 35 and 35L must be taken concurrently.

The focus in this course is to enable the student to develop

competencies in understanding complex health problems

and managing health deviations related to the neurosen-

sory, cardiovascular, and respiratory disorders and the burn

injury patient. Students will utilize Orem’s Self-Care Model

and the nursing process in assessing self-care requisites of

selected patients. Students will determine the therapeutic

self-care demand and design a plan of care that promotes

the optimal level of function of adults and older adults

with complex health problems. Principles of delegation are

explored.

NURSNG 20L, Introduction to Medical-Surgical

Nursing Laboratory 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 15 and 15L.

This course must be taken concurrently with Nursing 20.

The focus of this nursing laboratory course is to provide the

student with the opportunity to apply essential medical-

surgical knowledge and skills to the provision of client care

in the clinical setting. Students will utilize critical thinking,

therapeutic communication, and Orem’s self-care model

when providing nursing care for the adult and older adult

with electrolyte, acid-base, and endocrine imbalances; and

musculoskeletal, hypertensive, peripheral vascular and

sensory health deviations. Nursing care will be provided in

acute and community settings.

NURSNG 25, Psychiatric – Mental Health

Nursing 1.5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 20 and 20L (or Nursing 19 and

Advanced Placement).

This course must be taken concurrently with Nursing 25L.

The focus of this specialty course is to introduce the nurs-

ing student to the principles of psychiatric-mental health

nursing as applied to patients across the life span. Emphasis

will be placed on meeting self-care deficits of patients

exhibiting symptoms of common psychiatric disorders and

patients experiencing emotional responses to stress and

illness. This course will cover concepts of mental health,

mental illness, stress, and coping, assessment of common

psychiatric disorders, biological and psychosocial modes of

intervention, and therapeutic nursing responses.

NURSNG 25L, Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

Laboratory 1.5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 20 and 20L (or Nursing 19 and

Advanced Placement).

• Advisory: Speech 5 and Psychology 19.

This course must be taken concurrently with Nursing 25.

The focus of this nursing laboratory course is to provide the

student with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowl-

edge to patient care in the clinical setting. Students will uti-

lize critical thinking strategies, therapeutic communication

skills, and Orem’s self-care model when providing nursing

care to patients manifesting behaviors of psychiatric disor-

ders. The clinical setting will include acute psychiatric facili-

ties and non-acute community mental health programs.

NURSNG 28, Community-Based Nursing

Practice 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 20 and 20L or Nursing 19 and

Advanced Placement.

Nursng 28, 25, 25L and 16 must be taken concurrently.

This course provides the nursing student with the opportu-

nity to apply the nursing process to care for individuals and

groups where they live, work, go to school, or as they move

through the health care system. The emphasis is on health

promotion, assessment of universal self-care requisites,

and management of chronic conditions. Clinical practice

and validation opportunities are provided in home health,

outpatient, and ambulatory care settings.

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This course utilizes Orem’s Self Care Model as a framework

to assess the special needs of women and manage their

health care throughout the life span. Emphasis is placed

on the enhancement of critical thinking skills to promote

health of the childbearing family during the antepartum,

intrapartum, and postpartum periods. Focus is on the nor-

mal process of childbearing and newborn care and includes

discussion of high-risk maternal and perinatal conditions.

Therapeutic communication techniques are integrated that

recognize the unique relationship of the perinatal nurse

and the childbearing family. Course content builds upon

previously acquired medical/surgical concepts, professional

role, and leadership behaviors.

NURSNG 45L, Women’s Health Care Lab 1.5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 35, Nursing 35L, and Psychology

19 (or Nursing 19 and Advanced Placement).

Nursing 45 and 45L must be taken concurrently.

The focus of this nursing laboratory course is to provide

the student with the opportunity to apply the self care

model when managing the care of women across the life

span. Students will assess, plan, provide, and evaluate

care of women during the childbearing experience in the

clinical setting. Opportunities will be provided to allow the

student to enhance critical thinking skills while promoting

women’s health behaviors. Students will utilize therapeutic

communication strategies in all interactions with clients

while providing care. Laboratory experiences will occur

in the acute care setting and will build upon previously

acquired medical/surgical concepts, professional, and lead-

ership behaviors.

NURSNG 50, Professional Role Transition 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 40 and 40L; Nursing 45 and 45L.

Nursing 50 and 50L must be taken concurrently.

The purpose of this course is to facilitate the transition

from student nurse to the role of entry-level staff nurse.

Emphasis is on the theoretical concepts of leadership and

management. The student will integrate knowledge and

skills pertinent to the role of manager of care for a group

of patients and members of the health care team. The role

of manager incorporates delegation, priority setting, legal-

ethical issues, and health care delivery systems. Issues and

trends relevant to professional nursing will be explored.

NURSNG 50L, Professional Role Transition

Lab 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 40 and 40L; Nursing 45 and 45L.

Nursng 50 and 50L must be taken concurrently.

The purpose of this course is to facilitate the transition

from student nurse to the role of entry level staff nurse.

Emphasis is on the implementation of theoretical concepts

of leadership and management. This course will allow the

student to apply knowledge and skills pertinent to the role

of manager of care for a group of patients and members

of the health care team. The role of manager incorporates

delegation, priority setting, legal ethical considerations,

and health care delivery.

NURSNG 35L, Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing

Laboratory 2.5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 30 and 30L or Nursing 19 and

Advanced Placement.

Nursing 35 and 35L must be taken concurrently.

The focus of this nursing laboratory course is to allow the

student an opportunity to demonstrate competencies in

skills and managing health deviations related to the neu-

rosensory, cardiovascular, respiratory disorders and the

burn injury patient. Students will exhibit competencies in

utilizing Orem’s Self-Care Model and the nursing process

to calculate the therapeutic self-care demand of selected

patients. Students will utilize the clinical pathways in

providing care to patients with complex health problems.

Principles of delegation are implemented.

NURSNG 36, Calculations in Drugs and

Solutions 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

This course reviews the mathematics used in medical cal-

culation. It investigates the systems of measurements and

methods of computing safe and accurate medical dosages.

NURSNG 40, Nursing of Children 1.5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 35, Nursing 35L, and Psychology

19 (or Nursing 19 and Advanced Placement).

Nursing 40 and 40L must be taken concurrently.

The focus of this course is to assist the nursing student in

acquiring the essential knowledge and principles of pediat-

ric nursing. The student will plan and provide nursing care

to the hospitalized child with common health deviations.

Preventive and safety measures appropriate to the devel-

opmental level of children are incorporated due to children

being dependent-care agents. Students will utilize critical

thinking/problem solving to modify therapeutic nursing

interventions and communication techniques based on

the developmental level of the child. Emphasis is also on

health promotion, preventive measures, developmental

principles, and the impact of illness on the family.

NURSNG 40L, Nursing of Children Lab 1.5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 35, Nursing 35L, and Psychology

19 (or Nursing 19 and Advanced Placement).

Nursing 40 and 40L must be taken concurrently.

The pediatric clinical experience provides opportunities to

assist the nursing student in planning and managing nurs-

ing assistance for hospitalized pediatric patients with com-

mon health deviations. The learner will have opportunities

to demonstrate competency in the application of critical

thinking to aid in decision-making, organizational skills,

nursing theory, and concepts. Implementation strategies

reflect increasing breadth and depth of theory and utiliza-

tion of therapeutic communication techniques appropriate

for the pediatric population.

NURSNG 45, Women’s Health Care 1.5 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nursing 35, Nursing 35L, and Psychology

19 (or Nursing 19 and Advanced Placement).

Nursing 45 and 45L must be taken concurrently.

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are essential to the effectiveness of the supervised tutoring

sessions.

Nutrition

Please see listing under “Biological Sciences.”

NUTR 1, Introduction to Nutrition Science 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: NUTR 110.

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Human nutrition, integrating anatomy, physiology, bio-

chemistry, and psychology, is studied in relation to wellness

and degenerative disease prevention. Scientific informa-

tion and principles provide the foundation for evaluating

current concepts in nutrition for practical application in

daily living.

NUTR 3, Introduction to the Dietetics

Profession 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores the fields of Dietetics and Nutrition,

including trends, future projections, and employment

opportunities. The course offers an overview of the dietet-

ics profession including career options, professional devel-

opment, continuing education, code of ethics, state and

national standards of scope and practice, professional

values, creativity, Academy of Nutrition and Science posi-

tion papers and evidence-based references and resources.

Additionally, each student will be guided through the

process of creating a resume, the processes of building

a portfolio and networking through the district dietetic

association and contribute to the nutritional status of the

community. Service learning may be used in this course.

NUTR 4, Healthy Lifestyle: Food and Fitness 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will help individuals to develop knowledge of

how to eat healthy for fitness, health and sport. They will

learn how to maintain/gain or lose weight in a healthy

manner. Nutrition and physical assessments will guide the

development of these life style skills. Nutrients needed

for achieving a healthy level of fitness and weight will

be discussed. The dangers of disordered eating and body

dysmorphia will be discussed. Individuals will learn how to

evaluate the latest weight loss, fitness and dietary supple-

ment fads.

NUTR 6, Clinical Nutrition in Health Care 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Biology 3 or Physiology 3.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is intended to prepare Nursing and other Allied

Health students to understand organ systems and the

pathophysiology of various disease states and the clinical

nutrition implications for restoring health and/or manag-

ing disease. The Scientific Method serves as the foundation

for evaluating current research in clinical nutrition. Issues

of assessment and ethics are discussed as they relate to

professional standards of practice and behavior.

NURSNG 60, Multicultural Health and Healing

Practices 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course introduces the student to the health and

healing beliefs and practices among people from cultur-

ally diverse backgrounds. Cultural concepts applicable to

health and wellness behavior are examined. The health,

healing beliefs and practices of select American cultural

groups: Native, Asian, African, Latino, and European, will

be studied in the larger context of the American health

care delivery system.

NURSNG 60 is the same course as HEALTH 60. Students may

earn credit for one but not both.

NURSNG 90A, Nursing Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in their field of study and the

work place. Students work in an approved internship to

develop their understanding of their field of study and

their ability to apply their knowledge.

NURSNG 90B, Nursing Internship 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in their field of study and the

work place. Students work in an approved internship to

develop their understanding of their field of study and

their ability to apply their knowledge.

Nursing – Noncredit

The courses below are intended for students enrolled in

the Santa Monica College nursing program.

NURSNG 900, Supervised Tutoring 0 units

The purpose of this course is to provide additional assis-

tance to nursing students, enrolled in Santa Monica

College Nursing Program, in order to facilitate understand-

ing the core concepts taught in the courses in the nursing

curriculum. The course will assist the student in being able

to determine their comprehension of the content taught

in the nursing course (s) and facilitate the transfer of nurs-

ing concepts. A stimulating learning environment will be

created for active communication and interaction among

students and instructor. The learning environment will pro-

vide an opportunity for students to verbalize their think-

ing, understanding of underlying pathophysiology and its

relevance to the therapeutic regime and therapeutic nurs-

ing interventions. Consistent attendance and participation

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NUTR 90B, Internship in Nutrition 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is intended to provide real life

experience in Nutrition.

NUTR 90C, Internship in Nutrition 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is intended to provide real life

experience in Nutrition.

NUTR 90D, Internship in Nutrition 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling

The Internship program is intended to provide real world

experience in the field of nutrition.

Nutrition

Please see listing under “Biological Sciences.”

Occupational Therapy

OT 1, Introduction to Occupational Therapy 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces students to the professional field

of occupational therapy (OT). It explores the philosophy

and practice of occupational therapy (helping people with

disabilities regain independence). It defines occupational

therapy within a continuum of health care, delineates

OT professional levels, describes practice settings, ethics,

education and training requirements, and current practice

trends.

Office Information Systems

Please see listing under “Office Technology.”

Office Technology

The classes listed under “Office Technology” were formerly

listed under “Office Information Systems.”

OFTECH 1, Keyboarding I 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly OIS 1. OFTECH 1 is equivalent to the OFTECH 1A,

OFTECH 1B, and OFTECH 1C sequence.

NUTR 7, Food and Culture in America 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Nutrition 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

The evolution of American food culture is examined from

a historical, contemporary, economic, political and scien-

tific survey of ethnic groups in America, including Native

Americans, European Americans, African Americans, Asian

Americans, and Latinos. Immigration, enculturation, accul-

turation, religion, food availability, food preference, food

behavior, food preparation, food beliefs and food-related

gender roles are considered. These factors are compared

and contrasted across the ethnic groups and regions in

America. The impact of “Americanization” on ethnic

cuisines and impact of ethnic cuisines on the American

economy are explored. Current research on the health-

and nutrition-related implications of ethnic groups’ food

choices/practices is reviewed. Engendering cultural sensitiv-

ity and competency is at the core of this course.

NUTR 8, Principles of Food with Lab 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Application of food science principles with emphasis on

ingredient function and interaction, food preparation

techniques, sensory evaluation standards, food safety and

sanitation, and nutrient composition of food.

NUTR 9, Nutrition Education and Counseling 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Nutrition 1 and 6.

Nutrition education, communication, interviewing, coun-

seling and motivational principles will be discussed/role-

played as they pertain to working with groups and/or

individuals to obtain/maintain wellness or manage existing

health conditions. Fundamental knowledge of nutritional

science, clinical nutrition, fitness, and wellness is necessary.

Experiential activities, including presentations and counsel-

ing triads, will provide exposure to assessing, planning, and

evaluating effective dietary/lifestyle modification plans/

strategies for working with diverse populations through-

out the life cycle.

NUTR 88A, Independent Studies in Nutrition 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

NUTR 88B, Independent Studies in Nutrition 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

NUTR 90A, Internship in Nutrition 1 unit

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with real life experience in Nutrition.

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and pharmacology. HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability

and Accountability Act) guidelines and Internet research

tools are also discussed.

OFTECH 21, Medical Terms and

Transcription 1 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is a beginning course in operating transcribing

machines to produce medical documents. Students learn to

transcribe, proofread, and edit a variety of medical docu-

ments, including chart notes, history and physical reports,

consultations, office procedure notes, and X-ray reports.

Emphasis is on vocabulary development related to major

body systems, formatting, and language skills.

OFTECH 22, Medical Terms and

Transcription 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Office Technology 21.

This is an advanced course in medical terms and transcrip-

tion. Organized by medical specialty, reports and records

transcribed include history and physical examination, oper-

ative, pathology, radiology, discharge summary, consulta-

tion, and progress notes. Emphasis is on refining tran-

scription skills and developing a more extensive medical

vocabulary. The use of medical references is also discussed.

OFTECH 23, Medical Billing (Medisoft) 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

The course introduces the basics of medical insurance bill-

ing and current payment methodologies in hospital and

physician office settings. Students use MediSoft, a popular

medical billing accounting software program, to enter

patient and case information, schedule appointments,

process transactions, and produce reports and patient

statements.

OFTECH 24, Medical Coding/Billing 1 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Coding is defined as the translation of diagnoses, proce-

dures, services, and supplies into numeric and/or alphanu-

meric components for statistical reporting and reimburse-

ment purposes. This course introduces students to ICD--CM,

CPT, and HCPCS coding procedures.

This course will cover ICD-10.

OFTECH 25, Medical Coding/Billing 2 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Office Technology 24.

This course is a continuation of Medical Coding/

Billing 1. Students develop skills in applying ICD-CM,

CPT, HCPCS LEVEL II codes to the following specialty

areas: Cardiovascular System, Female Genital System and

Maternity Care and Delivery, and General Surgery.

This course covers ICD-10.

OFTECH 26, Medical Coding/Billing 3 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Office Technology 25.

This course develops further skills in medical coding/

billing. Students develop skills in applying CPT, HCPCS

This course is designed to teach keyboard mastery by touch,

improve speed and accuracy, and use Microsoft Word to

create and revise business documents. Proofreading skill

development is also included.

This course uses Microsoft Word 2013 in the PC (windows)

environment.

OFTECH 1A, Keyboarding 1A 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly OIS 1A.

This course is intended for students without previous key-

boarding instruction. Emphasis is on keyboard mastery,

correct keyboarding techniques, and proofreading skills.

OFTECH 1B, Keyboarding 1B 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Office Technology 1A.

Formerly OIS 1B.

Students develop speed and accuracy. Emphasis is on using

Microsoft Word to produce letters, memos, tables, and

reports.

OFTECH 1C, Keyboarding 1C 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Office Technology 1B.

Formerly OIS 1C.

Course content includes keyboard mastery by touch, cor-

rect keyboarding techniques, and proper formatting of

letters, memos, reports, tables, and other kinds of personal

and business communications.

OFTECH 5, English Skills for the Office 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly OIS 5.

This course is designed to review principles of grammar,

punctuation, capitalization, and number format; improve

vocabulary and spelling; and develop proofreading and

editing skills. Word Processing software is used to create

and revise business documents.

OFTECH 9, Keyboarding Improvement 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly OIS 9.

This course emphasizes speed and accuracy development,

keyboarding technique, and proofreading skills.

OFTECH 10, Skill Building on the Keyboard 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Office Technology 1, 1C or keyboarding

skills of 35 words per minute.

Computers are used in all work environments. To function

efficiently, computer users must be able to input data on

a computer keyboard quickly and accurately. This course is

designed to develop the computer keyboarding skills that

are required to function in the workplace.

OFTECH 20, Medical Vocabulary 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop medical vocabulary

skills. Topics include word parts (roots, combining forms,

prefixes, and suffixes), body structure, major body systems,

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Course Descriptions

Overseas Programs

Santa Monica College is a member of the College

Consortium for International Studies (CCIS) and offers

more than 30 overseas study programs around the world.

Destinations include Argentina, Austria, Bulgaria, Canada,

China, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Ecuador, England,

France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy,

Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand,

Peru, Portugal, Russia, Scotland, Spain, and Switzerland.

The Overseas Program Office is in the International

Education Center. You can reach us at (310) 434-4342

or visit www.smc.edu/international. Remember, studying

abroad is not a foreign idea!

Parenting – Noncredit

PAR ED 915, Parents of Infants and Toddlers

• Prerequisite: None.

This class provides information and support for parents in

the areas of attachment, language development and age

appropriate expectations through fun sensory activities

for infants and toddlers. This course will provide caregiver

(parent)/ child interaction opportunities with songs, para-

chute play, music and movement, encouraging the expan-

sion of a healthy and secure attachment between caregiver

(parent) and infant/toddler.

Persian

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Elementary Persian.

PERSIN 1, Elementary Persian I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces basic vocabulary and the fundamen-

tals of modern Persian grammar, structure, and pronun-

ciation as well as reading, writing, and speaking. Using

natural and audio-lingual approaches, the course prepares

students to hold simple conversations in Persian and write

short descriptive compositions. Aspects of Persian culture,

history, and geography are covered as well. Students

are required to review multi-media materials (audio and

video). Language lab is required.

PERSIN 2, Elementary Persian II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Arts and Humanities), Foreign Language

(required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: Persian 1*.

In this course, students are expected to utilize the knowl-

edge of Persian in Persian 1 to expand their vocabulary and

familiarize themselves with various forms of the language.

In addition to preparing students for further language

acquisition, this course also acquaints students with impor-

tant elements of the literatures and cultures of the Persian-

speaking world. Language lab is required.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to two years

of high school Persian.

LEVEL II and ICD-9-CM codes to the following specialty

areas: General Surgery II, Radiology Section, Pathology/

Laboratory Section, The Medicine Section and Level II

National Codes, HCPCS, and ICD9-CM Coding. Emphasis is

on using reference materials for medicine and inpatient

hospital-based coding; filing health insurance claim forms;

and billing, collection, and payment procedures.

OFTECH 27, Medical Office Procedures 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course emphasizes essential administrative and clerical

skills required to function in a health care environment.

Topics of study include records management; insurance,

coding, and finance terminology; billing, reimbursement,

and collections; telephone and scheduling procedures;

medical ethics, law, and compliance; computer usage in the

medical office; written communications; and intercultural

communications. Students are introduced to electronic bill-

ing and scheduling using Medisoft. Health care careers are

also discussed.

OFTECH 28, Electronic Health Records 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Office Technology 20.

This course discusses terminology, concepts, and proce-

dures related to electronic health records and provides

hands-on applications. Topics of study include advantages,

core functions, data sources, workflow, coding standards,

and privacy and security regulations of an Electronic Health

Record (EHR) system. Students use EHR software to input

patient data, create patient records, document office visits,

order prescriptions and lab tests, and perform other tasks

involved in patient care and management.

OFTECH 30, Legal Office Procedures 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: OFTECH 1, Keyboarding 1, or OFTECH

1C, Keyboarding 1C, or 35 wpm.

This course is designed to prepare students to perform

common tasks required of law office administrative assis-

tants. Topics of study include the law office environment;

clerical and administrative duties; computers and office

systems; court structure; litigation procedures; substantive

law (litigation; family; wills, trusts, and probate; business

organization; real estate; and criminal) and legal research.

Emphasis is on terminology, procedures, and document

preparation. Job-hunting skills are also discussed.

OFTECH 31, Legal Terms and Transcription 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: OFTECH 1, Keyboarding 1, or OFTECH

1C, Keyboarding 1C, or 35 wpm.

This course is designed to develop skill in using transcrip-

tion equipment to produce dictated legal documents.

Students will use word processing software in the produc-

tion of documents. Emphasis is on legal terminology; docu-

ment formatting; proofreading skill development. Areas of

study include court systems, civil court documents, litiga-

tion, family law, probate, business law, real estate law, and

criminal law.

Course Descriptions

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PHILOS 6, Philosophy of Science 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is a general introduction to the study of the

philosophy of science, aimed at fostering an enhanced

awareness of the philosophical aspects and implications

inherent in the scientific enterprise. The central concepts

and methodology of science will be analyzed, and philo-

sophical issues arising within selected branches of science

will be examined. Specific episodes taken from the history

of science will be regularly employed to illustrate and elu-

cidate these general ideas. A background in philosophy or

the physical sciences is helpful but not a requirement for

this course.

PHILOS 7, Logic and Critical Thinking 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

A course in general logic emphasizing its applications to

practical situations. The course covers both inductive and

deductive techniques.

PHILOS 9, Symbolic Logic 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is a beginning course in modern logic covering sym-

bolic notation and translations, and decision procedures

for validity and invalidity of arguments in sentential logic

and predicate logic.

PHILOS 10, Bio-ethics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Arts and Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

This is an introduction to moral philosophy as applied to a

range of normative issues raised by contemporary biology

and medicine. The course introduces the main moral theo-

ries and strategies for moral decision-making, and such

topics as assisted or alternative reproduction, abortion,

cloning and genetic engineering, suicide, euthanasia and

physician-assisted suicide, animal and human experimenta-

tion, research, practitioner-patient relationships, and allo-

cation of scarce medical resources.

PHILOS 11, Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

An introductory-level survey of some of the philosophical

questions that arise from contemplation of art and the

artistic process. The main theories of art and beauty will

be interpreted and evaluated with respect to the relevance

each has for contemporary society. Principles and theories

concerning art and beauty will be applied to various works

of contemporary art in the major fields. The significance of

aesthetic experience and its relevance to life will be exam-

ined. The role of the artist and the artist’s intention in the

creative process will also be analyzed.

Philosophy

PHILOS 1, Knowledge and Reality 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces students to the analysis of various

metaphysical and epistemological questions and problems

in philosophy, typically including, the nature and limits of

knowledge, the existence of God, the Mind-Body Problem,

the Freedom vs. Determination debate, and the Absolutism

vs. Relativism debate. Related topics in ethics may also be

included.

PHILOS 2, Ethics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course provides an introduction to the nature of ethical

theory (moral philosophy), an analysis of significant ethical

theories, and an exploration of the problems encountered

in the continuing quest for a satisfactory ethical theory for

contemporary society. Some of the main topics in norma-

tive ethics and meta-ethics are covered.

PHILOS 3, Early Philosophers 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This historical introduction to philosophy traces the devel-

opment of Western philosophy from the early Greeks

through the Middle Ages. The ideas which have influenced

the development of Western culture are emphasized.

PHILOS 4, Modern Philosophers 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This study of the principal philosophical developments

since the Renaissance emphasizes the relation of phi-

losophy to the growth of science and social and cultural

changes in the modern period.

PHILOS 5, Contemporary Moral Conflicts 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is a philosophic examination of major ethical

debates in contemporary American society. Topics may

include capital punishment, abortion, euthanasia, racial

and sexual equality, affirmative action, sexual morality,

pornography, “victimless crimes,” bio-medical research,

animal rights, and environmental issues. Preparatory to

those investigations, time is devoted to studying some of

the most important moral theories and various types of

moral reasoning.

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Course Descriptions

This course is designed to enable the interested student to

study in depth selected philosophical problems in the areas

of epistemology, metaphysics, and value theory. Primary

source materials are analyzed and discussed in a semi-

nar atmosphere. Oral and written reports are assigned.

Philosophy majors are encouraged to take the course; non-

majors are also eligible.

PHILOS 48, Nonviolent Resistance 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities) or 4 (Social and Behavioral

Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly same course as History 48.

An examination of the causes of war and violence in world

history and the various organized efforts to maintain peace

and end wars. Nonviolent resistance movements will be

emphasized.

PHILOS 51, Political Philosophy 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA Area 3B (Humanities) or Area 4 (Social &

Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This inter-disciplinary course in philosophy and political

science examines fundamental ideas about politics in the

writings of major Western thinkers from Plato to Marx.

Students will situate themselves as citizens and political

agents.

Philosophy 51 is the same course as Political Science 51.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

PHILOS 52, Contemporary Political Thought 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA Area 3B (Humanities) or Area 4 (Social &

Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This interdisciplinary course in philosophy and political sci-

ence examines arguments and discourses developed within

contemporary political thought. How those discourses

critique and/or are rooted in modern ideologies, such as

liberalism and socialism will be considered. The theoretical

perspectives presented in the course will be used to criti-

cally examine important issues in contemporary politics.

Students will situate themselves as citizens and political

agents in relation to those issues.

Philosophy 52 is the same course as Political Science 52.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

PHILOS 88A, Independent Studies in

Philosophy 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Independent study is intended for advanced students

interested in doing independent research on special study

topics. To be eligible, a student must demonstrate to the

department chairperson the competence to do indepen-

dent study. To apply for Independent Studies, the student

is required, in a petition that may be obtained from the

department chair, to state objectives to be achieved, activi-

ties and procedures to accomplish the study project, and

the means by which the supervising instructor may assess

accomplishment. Please see discipline listing for details. A

PHILOS 20, Environmental Ethics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course introduces the field of environmental ethics

with an emphasis on global environmental problems and

global citizenship. The conceptual foundations of environ-

mental attitudes and values are examined through an his-

torical survey of philosophies of nature and human/nature

relations. Ethical theories are presented and used to ana-

lyze contemporary environmental problems, e.g. mistreat-

ment of animals, pollution, climate change, species extinc-

tion, natural resource depletion, environmental racism etc.

The ethical assumptions underlying various national and

international responses to environmental problems will be

analyzed and evaluated.

PHILOS 20 is the same course as ENVRN 20. Students may

earn credit for one but not both.

PHILOS 22, Asian Philosophy 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

The cultural settings and basic concepts of the major philo-

sophical and religious systems of India, China, and Japan

are studied. Rituals and literature are used to compare and

contrast Asian and non-Asian belief systems.

PHILOS 23, Philosophy of Religion 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This is an introduction to several traditional philosophi-

cal problems connected with religious belief. Among the

issues to be discussed are the existence and nature of God,

the problem of evil, mysticism, the rationality of religious

belief, and the relationship between reason and revelation.

PHILOS 24, Philosophy in Literature 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

A philosophical inquiry into themes such as knowledge,

truth, justice, freedom, responsibility, love, technology,

punishment, self-deception, death, religious faith, and the

meaning of life through the examination of selected liter-

ary works (novels, short stories, plays, poetry). The course

will also focus on certain philosophical issues relevant to

the philosophy of literature (ie, how humans emotionally

relate to fictional characters, interpretation and artistic

intention in literary art, how literature is to be defined, the

status of truth in literature).

PHILOS 41, Philosophical Problems Seminar 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Course Descriptions

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PHOTO 7, Advanced Portfolio Development 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

This class provides the advanced commercial student with

the opportunity to develop work to a professional level

under the supervision of a faculty adviser on a one-to-one

basis. Study facilities as well as color and black and white

laboratory privileges are available to the student in support

of this portfolio work. Assignments are designed by the

student with instructor approval. Admission by interview

only.

PHOTO 13, News Photography 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 1.

This survey course in basic news photography is designed for

journalism or photography majors and students interested

in having work published in magazines and newspapers.

Students learn basic camera and storytelling techniques,

photocomposition, and picture layout principles. A 35-mm

single-lens reflex camera with manual focus capability is

required. Photography 13 is the same course as Journalism

21. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

Photography 13 is the same course as Journalism 21.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

PHOTO 14, Photography for Publication 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Journalism 21 or Photography 13.

This advanced course provides an in-depth study of pho-

tojournalism with an emphasis on creation of photo story

ideas, photo essays and feature photos for publication.

Photo editing and layout for newspapers, magazines, and

online publishing will be covered. Students will comprise

the staff of the campus newspaper, The Corsair, and online

publications. This course may be repeated once for credit.

A 35-mm single-lens reflex camera with manual focus capa-

bility is required.

Photography 14 is the same course as Journalism 22.

Students may receive credit for one, but not both.

PHOTO 21, Alternative Photographic

Processes 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 2.

Introduction into non-traditional and historical photo-

graphic processes. Emphasis is placed primarily on non-

silver techniques and processes, including the making of

enlarged negatives. Processes may include cyanotype, Van

Dyke, platinum/palladium and others

PHOTO 29, Video Production for Still

Photographers 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 3.

This class is designed to provide the intermediate photog-

raphy student with the skill set to produce video content in

tandem with still photography. This course covers prepar-

ing a narrative using a storyboard, HD video camera tech-

niques, lighting for video, recording sound, and video edit-

ing. Students will shoot assignments in both still and video

formats outputting to broadcast, internet, DVD and print.

maximum of six units of independent studies is allowed.

Granting of UC transfer credit for an Independent Studies

course is contingent upon an evaluation of the course out-

line by a UC campus.

PHILOS 88B, Independent Studies in

Philosophy 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Independent study is intended for advanced students

interested in doing independent research on special study

topics. To be eligible, a student must demonstrate to the

department chairperson the competence to do indepen-

dent study. To apply for Independent Studies, the student

is required, in a petition that may be obtained from the

department chair, to state objectives to be achieved, activi-

ties and procedures to accomplish the study project, and

the means by which the supervising instructor may assess

accomplishment. Please see discipline listing for details. A

maximum of six units of independent studies is allowed.

Granting of UC transfer credit for an Independent Studies

course is contingent upon an evaluation of the course out-

line by a UC campus.

Photography

PHOTO 1, Introduction to Photography 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This non-laboratory course is an introduction to photog-

raphy including camera techniques and creative consid-

erations. Using the HDSLR camera format and natural

light, students shoot digitally for specific assignments

emphasizing exposure, depth-of-field, motion, composi-

tion, and image quality. A 35mm Digital Single Lens Reflex

camera with manual focus lens and exposure capabilities

is required.

PHOTO 2, Basic Photography Lab Techniques 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 1 (Concurrent enrollment

allowed).

This introductory lab course prepares students for general

specialization in photography. Black and white exposure

techniques, development controls, printing techniques,

and film exposures are included. Specific shooting and

printing assignments explore a variety of natural light

situations and shooting challenges. Weekly lectures sup-

port practical supervised laboratory periods. Required for

photography majors.

PHOTO 5, Digital Asset Management, Modification

and Output 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 1.

An introduction to digital camera exposure methods in

various lighting conditions, image processing, basic color

theory, color management, and various digital output

techniques for both color and black & white imagery.

Students are required to use outside commercial lab ser-

vices and must furnish an approved digital camera with

removable lenses (DSLR) which is capable of capturing in

the Camera Raw format. A knowledge of basic computer

functions is essential.

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Course Descriptions

This course is an introduction to digital imaging for pho-

tography majors using Adobe Photoshop. Students will

learn how to manipulate, make selections and enhance

digital images, including retouching for output to a variety

of media.

PHOTO 40, Digital Techniques 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 30 and 39.

Utilizing 35mm HDSLR and medium format cameras, the

content of this course reflects current professional capture

and output techniques used in commercial photography.

Curriculum covers extensive testing of cameras, monitors,

and inkjet printers in order to create a consistent, closed

loop workflow.

PHOTO 42, Advanced Photoshop 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 39.

This course covers advanced level digital image manipula-

tion on the computer using Adobe Photoshop and page

layout software. Students will continue to explore more

complex features of Photoshop, and will make use of the

full range of input/output devices and options available in

the digital image lab’s service bureau.

PHOTO 43, Portfolio Development 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 31 or 32, Photography 33,

and 39.

This course addresses the process of building a photo-

graphic portfolio that meets the current professional indus-

try standards for presenting work to potential employers

and clients. Emphasis is placed on developing a personal

style that displays a comprehensive understanding of pho-

tographic methods, genres, and presentation.

PHOTO 50, Basic Color Printing 3 units

• Prerequisite: Photography 2.

This course provides an introduction to color printing from

negative materials. Students will produce “C” prints from

a variety of color films using Dichromic enlargers, Ektaprint

chemistry, and a roller transport machine processor. Simple

problems, such as color balance, exposure choices, paper

surfaces, and enlargement are addressed.

PHOTO 52, History of Photography 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3A (Arts)

• Prerequisite: None.

This is a historical survey of the evolving nature of photog-

raphy from the early 1800’s to the present digital age.

Photography 52 is the same course as AHIS 52. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

PHOTO 60, Business Practices in Photography 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Photography 1.

This lecture course examines the necessary steps that a

photographer must take to start a commercial photogra-

phy business. Relevant local, state and federal regulatory

and taxing agencies and application forms, professional

support services, general ledger accounts setup pertinent

to photography, photographic business insurance needs,

and employer obligations are discussed. Students will learn

PHOTO 30, Techniques of Artificial Lighting 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 5 (Concurrent enrollment

allowed).

In this class students will acquire a solid foundation of in

lighting tools and the practical application of lighting.

Students will learn the proper selection and effective use

of a light source whether photographing a portrait, a still

life or any type of location photography.

PHOTO 31, Lighting for People 1 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 30 and 39 (Concurrent

enrollment in 39 is permitted).

In this class, students will be exposed to common approach-

es for photographing people. Topics are practical in

nature and will include lighting methods for individuals

and groups both in the studio and on location. The use

of various flash systems and their modifiers, augmenting

existing light, posing subjects, wardrobe decisions, hair &

make up, and more will be addressed. Assignments and

lessons will emphasize common genres including, but not

limited to, weddings, corporate portraits, family portraits,

and headshots.

PHOTO 32, Lighting for People 2 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 30 and Photography 39.

Photo 32 is an advanced course that builds on skills learned

in Photo 30 and focuses on techniques for photographing

people in commercial settings. Assignments are designed

to enhance creativity while utilizing advanced commercial

lighting techniques for photographing people. Lectures

and demonstrations will take place both in and out of the

studio, and are geared toward commercial considerations

for photographing people. Commercial genres discussed

will include magazine/editorial portraits, advertising, fash-

ion, and glamour/beauty.

PHOTO 33, Lighting for Products 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 30 and 39 (Concurrent

enrollment in 39 is permitted).

In this course, students are challenged with lighting appli-

cations for a broad range of products for use in a variety of

promotional markets. Students research and apply current

photographic styles for each type of product. In addition,

students learn how to work with models to enhance the

product statement and retouching techniques for both

models and product types.

PHOTO 37, Advanced Black and White Printing

Techniques 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 2.

Students will learn the zone system control of exposure

and development of films, basic sensitometry, advanced

printing techniques including bleaching and toning, use

of multiple contrast filters, and archival preservation tech-

niques.

PHOTO 39, Beginning Photoshop 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Photography 5.

Course Descriptions

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REQUIRED FOR PHOTOGRAPHY DEGREE (40 units)

REQUIRED COURSES (32 units)

*AREA B: Restricted Photography Electives

PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE SEQUENCE

Photography 1, Introduction to Photography (3)

Photography 2, Basic Photography Lab Techniques (2)

Photography 5, Digital Asset Management, Modication, and Output (3)

Photography 30, Techniques of Lighting: Introduction (4)

Photography 31, Introduction: Photographing People 1 (4) or Photography 32, Photographing People: Advanced (4)

Photography 33, Techniques of Lighting: Production (4)

Photography 39, Beginning Photoshop (3)

Photography 43, Portfolio Development (3)

Photography 52, History of Photography (3) (same as Art History 52)

Photography 60, Business Practices in Photography (3)

Please note that no more than 2 units of Independent Studies and no more than 3 units of internship may be used to

satisfy completion of this degree from the following courses if not used above: (5 units)

Graphic Design 31, Graphic Design Studio 1 (2)

Photography 7, Advanced Portfolio Development (3)

Photography 13, News Photography (3)

Photography 14, Photography for Publication (3)

Photography 21, Alternative Printing (3)

Photography 29, Video Production for Still Photographers (3)

Photography 31, Introduction: Photographing People (4)

Photography 32, Photographing People: Advanced (4)

Photography 37, Advanced Black and White Printing (3)

Photography 40, Digital Capture (3)

Photography 42, Advanced Photoshop (3)

Photography 50, Basic Color Printing (3)

Photography 64, Community Documentary Photography (4)

Photography 88A, Independent Studies in Photography (1)

Photography 88B, Independent Studies in Photography (2)

Photography 88C, Independent Studies in Photography (3)

Photography 90A, Internship in Photography (1)

Photography 90B, Internship in Photography (2)

Photography 90C, Internship in Photography (3)

Photography 90D, Internship in Photography (4)

**Non-photography Elective Courses

Select 1 course from the list below: (3 units minimum)

Art 10A, Design I (3)

Art 10C, Computer Design (3)

Art 20A, Drawing I (3)

Business 22, Introduction to Advertising (3)

Business 34, Introduction to Social Media Marketing (3)

Business 63, Principles of Entrepreneurship (3)

YEAR FALL SPRING

First Year Photography 1 (3)

Photography 52 (3)

Non-photo Elective** (3)

Photography 2 (2)

Photography 5 (3)

Photography 30 (4)

Photography 60 (3)

Second Year

Photography 31 (4) or Photography 32 (4)

Photography 33 (4)

Photography 39 (3)

Photography 43 (3)

Photography Elective* (5)

7-16

Photography Course Sequence

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Course Descriptions

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a photography environment.

PHOTO 90D, Internship in Photography 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a photography environment.

Photovoltaic Systems

PV 1, PV 2, and PV 3, are part of a Certificate program within

the Sustainable Technologies Program. Students interested

in a degree or certificate in Solar Photovoltaic Systems must

attend the mandatory orientation on Monday, August 15,

2016 from 4:00-6:00pm in Bus 111. For more information

email: [email protected], www.smc.edu/STP

PV 1, Introduction to Solar Energy Systems 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

Students will gain a basic understanding of the introduc-

tory principles of solar photovoltaic systems and renewable

energy alternatives. Basic electrical theory, the variables

of PV system design, and capacity requirements for pho-

tovoltaic systems will be reviewed. Topics will include the

scientific principles, materials and manufacturing, system

components, codes, energy efficiency, and safe installation

procedures for each technology. Students will examine the

economic, regulatory, and infrastructure issues affecting

the adoption of solar technologies, as well as their poten-

tial in solving energy and environmental problems.

PV 2, Intermediate Solar Photovoltaic System

Installation 3 units

• Prerequisite: Photovoltaic Systems 1.

This course will prepare students for entry-level employ-

ment in the solar photovoltaic (PV) industry and for poten-

tial follow-on training in system design. Combining theory

and hands-on application, this course will include basic

electricity, electricity fundamentals in solar PV systems and

PV safety. Introduction to site analysis, PV system sizing and

design, components and equipment, product installation,

net metering laws, local codes, and National Electrical Code

(NEC) PV requirements will be discussed.

PV 3, Advanced Solar Photovoltaic Systems 4 units

• Prerequisite: Photovoltaic Systems 2.

This course will examine the theoretical and technical

dimensions of solar photovoltaic systems in detail. It will

provide the hands-on instruction necessary for entry to

mid-level employment in the industry. Students will learn

advanced principles of electricity and how they apply to

solar PV systems. They will review PV safety, site analysis,

PV system sizing and design, components and equipment.

Detailed discussions on product installation, troubleshoot-

ing, net metering laws, local codes, and National Electrical

how to create a simple business plan applicable to photo-

graphic ventures. The course also examines issues of sound

financial practices specific to profitability in commercial

photography, paying particular attention to matters of

business, strategies for pricing image usage, and negotiat-

ing job fees.

PHOTO 64, Community Documentary

Photography 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Phototography 2.

This course explores the genre of documentary photog-

raphy while focusing on various communities in the Los

Angeles area. Students will create an in-depth project

and present a portfolio of photographs documenting the

unique characteristics of individual communities in Los

Angeles. Each semester will offer a unifying, rotating topic

that may focus on specific neighborhoods, subcultures,

or other appropriate themes. Lectures focus on historical

photographic references and contemporary social issues.

The importance and power of documentary photography

are discussed and historical examples that have inspired

change or shaped our perception of communities are

explored. Students utilize large format cameras and film

(in addition to their own digital cameras) as a way of

better understanding historical processes in photography

and nurturing a respect for the medium’s alternative, non-

commercial side.

PHOTO 88A, Independent Studies in

Photography 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

PHOTO 88B, Independent Studies in

Photography 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

PHOTO 90A, Photography Internship 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a photography environment.

PHOTO 90B, Internship in Photography 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a photography environment.

PHOTO 90C, Internship in Photography 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

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lectures, demonstrations, and class discussions. High school

math recommended.

PHYSCS 14, Introductory Physics with Lab 4 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5 (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 mathemati-

cal approach to physics. It is a survey course introducing

the topics of mechanics, heat, sound, electricity and mag-

netism, light and modern physics. The emphasis will be

on developing conceptual understanding of the laws of

nature through hands-on experiences, laboratory experi-

ments, and computer interactions, in addition to lectures

and demonstrations. Maximum credit for Physics 12 and 14

combined is 4 units. High school math recommended.

PHYSCS 21, Mechanics with Lab 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: PHYS 205.

IGETC AREA 5 (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 applica-

tions. This course includes an introduction to fluids. It is

designed for engineering, physical science, and computer

science majors.

PHYSCS 22, Electricity and Magnetism

with Lab 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: PHYS 210.

IGETC Area 5 (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.

PHYSCS 23, Fluids, Waves, Thermodynamics, Optics

with Lab 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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, ther-

modynamics, and light intended for engineering and physi-

cal science students.

PHYSCS 24, Modern Physics with Lab 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• 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.

Code (NEC) PV requirements will be covered. Successful

participants will be qualified to take the North America

Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) Entry

Level exam.

PV 4, Photovoltaic Technical Sales 3 units

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Photovoltaic Systems 1.

This course is designed for students interested in a career in

the photovoltaics (PV) industry. The fundamental principles

of selling PV systems will be covered as well as the activities

that support sales such as PV system design and engineer-

ing. The course will cover marketing, customer relations,

technical and cost proposal development, and working

with authorities having jurisdiction over the installation

and interconnection of PV systems.

Physics

PHYSCS 6, General Physics 1 with Lab 4 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: PHYS 105.

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Math 2.

This course is an algebra-based study of classical mechanics,

including elastic properties of matter and thermodynamics.

PHYSCS 7, General Physics 2 with Lab 4 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Physics 6.

This course is an algebra-based study of electricity and

magnetism, geometrical and wave optics, and some special

relativity and quantum physics.

PHYSCS 8, Calculus-based General Physics 1 with

Lab 4 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5 (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.

PHYSCS 9, Calculus-based General Physics 2 with

Lab 4 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5 (Physical Sciences, + LAB)

• Prerequisite: Physics 8.

This course is a calculus-based study of electricity and mag-

netism, geometrical and physical optics, special relativity,

and quantum physics.

PHYSCS 12, Introductory Physics Non-Lab 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 5 (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

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Course Descriptions

Introductory Physics

with Lab (4 units)

PHYSICS 14

PHYSICS COURSE SEQUENCE

Best for 4-year

transfer GE

General Physics 2

with Lab (4 units)

PHYSICS 7

Calculus-Based General

Physics 2 with Lab (4 units)

PHYSICS 9

Electricity and Magnetism

with Lab (5 units)

PHYSICS 22**

Fluids, Waves,

Thermodynamics, Optics

with Lab (5 units)

PHYSICS 23

Modern Physics with Lab

(3 units)

PHYSICS 24

Engineering, Physics,

& Chemistry Majors

*Physics 21 is a

prerequisite course

for ENGR 12

**Physics 22 is a

prerequisite course

for ENGR 21

Pre-Med &

Others/

Life Science

Majors

Allied Health

General

Science

Calculus-Based General

Physics 1 with Lab (4 units)

PHYSICS 8

Introductory Physics

Non-Lab (3 units)

PHYSICS 12

Precalculus

(5 units)

MATH 2

Calculus 1

(5 units)

MATH 7

General Physics 1

with Lab (4 units)

PHYSICS 6

8-16

General Education

Mechanics with Lab

(5 units)

PHYSICS 21*

Calculus 2

(5 units)

MATH 8

The correspondence between sequences and majors implied in these titles is only approximate.

The sequence best suited for you depends on your major and the university program to which you plan to transfer.

Please consult with an SMC counselor to make sure that the sequence you take is appropriate for your goals

Physics Course Sequence

Course Descriptions

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POL SC 5, International Political Economy:

Introduction to Global Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course offers an interdisciplinary introduction to

the fields of Global Studies and International Political

Economy. Students will analyze critically the role of nation-

al governments, international organizations, nongovern-

mental organizations, and multinational corporations, in

regard to phenomena such as, international markets and

production regimes, monetary and trade policy, interna-

tional and global conflict, and environmental degrada-

tion. Contending theoretical and ideological perspectives

regarding international systems, processes, and trends will

be applied and evaluated.

Political Science 5 is the same course as Economics 5 and

Global Studies 5. Students may earn credit for one course.

POL SC 7, International Politics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: POLS 140.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course examines the structure and operation of the

international system. Emphasis is placed on the nature and

sources of conflict and cooperation and issues of war and

peace among states in the international system.

POL SC 8, The Modern Far East 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course concentrates on the political and social history

of East Asia in the 20th century. The following subjects are

studied: major movements of social and political change;

revolution; the pattern of political culture and power; the

pattern of foreign and domestic policy; and the relation-

ship of East Asia to the Western World.

POL SC 10, Government Internships 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• 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 examina-

tion.

Topics will be selected from the areas of relativity and

quantum physics that include applications to atoms, mol-

ecules, solids, and nuclei.

PHYSCS 88A, Independent Studies in Physics 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

PHYSCS 88B, Independent Studies in Physics 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Physiology

Please see listing under “Biological Sciences.”

Political Science

POL SC 1, National and California

Government 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: POLS 110.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

+ satisfies CSU Constitution and American Ideals gradua-

tion 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.

POL SC 2, Comparative Government and

Politics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: POLS 130.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the scope and methods of comparative

political analysis. It examines democratic, authoritarian,

and transitional political systems to illustrate the central

theories and ideas in comparative politics. It compares the

political structures, processes, and cultures of countries at

different levels of economic and social development in sev-

eral world regions (e.g. Central and Latin America, Africa,

the Middle East, Central, South and East Asia, and Western

and Central Europe).

POL SC 3, Introduction to Politics: Justice, Power

and Agency 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 4H (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Course focuses on the nature and study of politics, from

both a historical and contemporary perspective. Students

explore the methods and approaches used in the field of

Political Science to analyze a variety of political concepts

and problems, including the nature and distribution of

power, justice, citizenship, sustainability, leadership and

agency.

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Course Descriptions

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course examines environmental politics. The politi-

cal, economic, and social origins of environmental change

and degradation are examined, as well as democratic,

bureaucratic and market-based solutions to environmental

problems advocated by environmental movements, inter-

est groups and political parties. Arguments for best public

policy responses to a range of environmental problems

will be assessed and debated. The course offers a practical

problem-solving approach focusing primarily on the rela-

tions between a range of contemporary political values

and on what it means to take political responsibility for

reducing the human impact on the earth.

Political Science 22 is the same course as Environmental

Studies 22. Students may earn credit for one, but not both

POL SC 23, Sex, Gender, and Power 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This interdisciplinary course critically explores the politics of

gender and sexuality in contemporary societies. The course

considers materials from political theory, philosophy, the

study of women, the study of masculinity, and queer stud-

ies as it examines the role of gender, gender based social

movements, and sexual politics in political and social life

and in contemporary political affairs.

POL SC 24, Introduction to Law 3 units

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is an introduction to the legal concepts and

contemporary legal conflicts in the United States, including

the philosophical and historical basis for resolution of con-

flict. Historical and contemporary conflicts in the areas of

civil liberties and civil rights, as well as other current legal

conflicts and controversies are addressed. This course satis-

fies a requirement for the Law Pathway program.

POL SC 31, Introduction to Public Policy 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4H (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is an introduction to public policy. The course

covers core topics in American public policy and focuses on

institutions, policy actors, and major theoretical models.

In addition, the course covers the nature and practice of

policy analysis in order to demonstrate how to employ

evaluative criteria in substantive policy areas.

POL SC 47, International Politics Seminar 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4H (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This seminar in international politics features analysis and

discussion of the international system. Patterns of coopera-

tion and conflict between states, alliance systems, security

issues and the international economy are among the topics

on which students will write papers. Seminar sessions are

POL SC 11, World Affairs and the

United Nations 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Political Science 12, Model United Nations, is a companion

course to Political Science 11.

This course examines global conflict and cooperation since

World War II, with special emphasis on the United Nations

and related organizations. Arms proliferation and control,

regional conflicts, world social and economic cooperation,

and governmental and nongovernmental efforts to pro-

mote peace and security are examined.

POL SC 12, Model United Nations 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course should be taken concurrently with or subse-

quent to Political Science 11. Additional fees are required

and any costs associated with travel, room and board will

be the responsibility of students. Consultation with the

instructor is recommended prior to enrollment.

Students will participate in local, state, or national Model

United Nations, and will research country positions, policy

issues, United Nation rules of debate and parliamentary

procedure, diplomacy negotiation, and techniques of con-

flict resolution.

POL SC 14, Middle East Government and

Politics 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This comparative study of the government and politics of

the Middle Eastern states gives emphasis to the study of

the relationship between political development, political

organization, and social structure.

POL SC 21, Race, Ethnicity, and the Politics of

Difference 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

The social construction of race and ethnicity, gender and

sexual orientation in American society and their relation-

ship to local, state, and national government is covered.

Of particular concern are problems of assimilation and

integration into the political system, the politics of exclu-

sion, discrimination, voting behavior and pressure group

politics, ideology, resistance and political action, the social

construction of race and racism, the poor and the culture

of poverty, political problems of the aged, the young,

women, gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered people.

This course satisfies the SMC requirement for American

Cultures.

POL SC 22, Environmental Politics and

Policies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

Course Descriptions

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ties and procedures to accomplish the study project, and

the means by which the supervising instructor may assess

accomplishment. Please see discipline listing for details. A

maximum of six units of independent studies is allowed.

Granting of UC transfer credit for an Independent Studies

course is contingent upon an evaluation of the course out-

line by a UC campus.

POL SC 95, Public Policy – Experiential

Learning 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite/Corequisite: Political Science 31.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course builds upon the content of Political Science 31,

Introduction to Public Policy, to provide the student with

field experience in the discipline. This course addresses the

theoretical underpinnings of democratic civic engagement

and is a practicum in public policy in a local setting. In this

hands-on course, the student will engage in experiential

learning through various governmental and nongovern-

mental agencies which have a role in developing and/or

implementing public policy. The student will develop a

reading list, customized to the focus of his/her particular

agency, and complete a minimum of 30 hours of volunteer

work with that agency. The course exposes the student to

organized, meaningful public policy research and imple-

mentation in substantive policy arenas and will be super-

vised in his/her off-campus experiential learning project

pertaining to the development of public policy.

This course is graded on a P/NP basis only.

POL SC 99, Applied Learning in

Political Science 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Corequisite: Any course in Political Science.

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 learn-

ing center) and approved by the instructor. Students will

develop a customized reading list relevant to their particu-

lar 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.

Political Science –

Noncredit

POL SC 930, Preparation for Citizenship 0 units

This course prepares students to successfully apply for

and be granted US Citizenship by the Office of Homeland

Security. Students will learn about US History and Civics

to prepare for their final interview and how to correctly

fill out and submit the N-400 Application for Citizenship.

Students will also learn interviewing techniques that will

help them prepare for the final interview with the US

Government.

characterized by discussion, oral reports and critical analysis

of papers, articles and books. Consultation with the instruc-

tor is encouraged before enrolling.

POL SC 51, Political Philosophy 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: POLS 120.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities) or AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral

Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This inter-disciplinary course in philosophy and political

science examines fundamental ideas about politics in the

writings of major Western thinkers from Plato to Marx.

Students will situate themselves as citizens and political

agents.

Political Science 51 is the same course as Philosophy 51.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

POL SC 52, Contemporary Political Thought 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities) or AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral

Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This interdisciplinary course in philosophy and political sci-

ence examines arguments and discourses developed within

contemporary political thought. How those discourses

critique and/or are rooted in modern ideologies, such as

liberalism and socialism will be considered. The theoretical

perspectives presented in the course will be used to criti-

cally examine important issues in contemporary politics.

Students will situate themselves as citizens and political

agents in relation to those issues.

Political Science 52 is the same course as Philosophy 52.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

POL SC 88A, Independent Studies in

Political Science 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Independent study is intended for advanced students

interested in doing independent research on special study

topics. To be eligible, a student must demonstrate to the

department chairperson the competence to do indepen-

dent study. To apply for Independent Studies, the student

is required, in a petition that may be obtained from the

department chair, to state objectives to be achieved, activi-

ties and procedures to accomplish the study project, and

the means by which the supervising instructor may assess

accomplishment. Please see discipline listing for details. A

maximum of six units of independent studies is allowed.

Granting of UC transfer credit for an Independent Studies

course is contingent upon an evaluation of the course out-

line by a UC campus.

POL SC 88B, Independent Studies in Political Science

2 units

Transfer: CSU

Independent study is intended for advanced students

interested in doing independent research on special study

topics. To be eligible, a student must demonstrate to the

department chairperson the competence to do indepen-

dent study. To apply for Independent Studies, the student

is required, in a petition that may be obtained from the

department chair, to state objectives to be achieved, activi-

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and animal research are discussed in the context of both

invasive and non-invasive experimental research.

PSYCH 3, Personality: Dynamics and

Development 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1.

This course provides an introduction to personality psy-

chology. Topics covered include the utility of personality

in predicting behavior, the influences of personality, the

major theories of personality development and dynamics,

and the application of personality theory and concepts to

health, psychopathology, and treatment. Assessment of

personality will also be discussed. This course will use a

lecture, discussion, and demonstration format in exploring

these topics.

PSYCH 5, The Psychology of Communication 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1.

This course emphasizes the study of psychological processes

involved with the construction of communication includ-

ing perception, motivation, learning, and emotion. The

course will cover issues involved in giving, receiving, and

interpreting verbal and non-verbal behavior in a variety

of interpersonal situations. Attention will be given to the

intersection of gender, culture, and social identities and

how these factors shape how we communicate with our-

selves, with other individuals, and via mass communication

and technology. Experiential exercises, including role-play-

ing and small group interactions, provide opportunities to

increase awareness of personal communication styles and

to develop more effective communication skills including

active listening, conflict resolution, and assertive language.

PSYCH 6, Marriage, Family, and Human

Intimacy 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1.

This course provides insight into and preparation for

establishing relationships as the basis for a successful and

fulfilling individual, marital and family life. Included are

values clarification, communication techniques, current

views of male and female roles in society, mate selection,

sexual involvement and adjustment, family planning, and

child rearing. Special emphasis is placed on the need for

compromise and adjustment in a marriage and family unit

in our rapidly changing society. This course will use lecture,

discussion, and experiential formats in exploration of these

topics.

PSYCH 7, Research Methods in Psychology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: PSY 200.

IGETC AREA 4I (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1 and Math 54.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys various psychological research meth-

ods with an emphasis on research design, experimental

procedures, descriptive methods, instrumentation, as well

as collection, analysis, interpretation and reporting of

research data. Research design and methodology are

examined in a variety of the sub disciplines of psychology.

Portuguese

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Elementary Portuguese.

PORTGS 1, Elementary Portuguese 1 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course, using the communicative approach, introduces

the students to basic vocabulary and fundamental sentence

structure in the present, preterit and imperfect tenses, and

a general introduction to fundamental cultural differences

between the United States and Lusophone countries. Basic

aural and reading comprehension is developed and stu-

dents hold simple conversations and write short composi-

tions about present and past actions. This course provides

a thorough basic introduction to the diverse cultures,

customs and traditions and to historical and current events

of the Portuguese-speaking world. The course is taught in

Portuguese except in cases of linguistic difficulty as deter-

mined by the professor. Lab is required.

Psychology

See Counseling for courses in educational and vocational

planning and personal awareness.

PSYCH 1, General Psychology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: PSY 110.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is an introduction and general survey course

in psychology. This course grounds the student in the

epistemology of psychology as a scientific discipline,

research methods, and critical analysis of research findings.

Substantive psychological content includes the biological

bases of behavior, perception, cognition and consciousness,

learning, memory, emotion, motivation, development,

personality, social psychology, psychological disorders and

therapeutic approaches, and applied psychology.

PSYCH 2, Physiological Psychology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: PSY 150.

IGETC AREA 5 (Biological Sciences, non-lab)

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1.

• Advisory: English 1.

This introductory course emphasizes the biological approach

and methods as tools for adding to our understanding of

human psychology and neuroscience. Information about

the functioning of the human nervous system is used to

provide insight into mental, emotional, and behavioral

processes. The role of biological factors underlying sensa-

tion, perception, motivation, learning, thinking, language

processes, and psychopathology is stressed. The course

also notes historical scientific contributions and current

research principles for studying brain-behavior relation-

ships and mental processes. Ethical standards for human

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This course examines how fundamental brain processes

(brain chemistry and physiology), psychological processes

(thinking and emotion), and behavior are affected by

metabolic factors related to nutrition, digestion, and elimi-

nation. An evolutionary and ecological perspective will be

considered to gain an understanding of why and how the

mind is affected by environmental/dietary changes.

PSYCH 18, Childhood: Culture and

Personality 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course summarizes anthropological and psychological

theories, methods and data. These are used to show the

relationship between critical aspects of culture and the per-

sonality development of children, adolescents and adults.

Comparisons of child rearing in different societies illustrate

the role of myths, play, nutrition, education, and family in

socialization. Inter-culture contact is discussed in relation

to individuals and conflict in U.S. schools. Wherever pos-

sible, at least three cultures found within the California

school systems, including but not limited to, Asian, Native

American and Hispanic families are examined.

Psychology 18 is the same course as Early Childhood

Education 18. Students may earn credit for one, but not

both.

PSYCH 19, Lifespan Human Development 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4I (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1.

From a psychological perspective, this course traces physical,

emotional, social and intellectual development throughout

the lifespan from conception through aging and dying.

Special attention is paid to the interaction of biological,

environmental, and psychological factors on development.

The way familial, cultural and socioeconomic influences

impact the individual will receive special emphasis. Theories

and research regarding physical, cognitive, personality, and

social development are used as a foundation to understand

lifespan issues, developmental problems, and practical

implications at each stage of development.

PSYCH 25, Human Sexuality 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1.

This study of sexual behavior begins with anatomy and

physiology, reproduction, and other biological topics. Pre-

and post-natal development, gender differentiation, and

psychosexual development are discussed to provide the

background for considering the diversity of adult sexuality.

In regularly scheduled small group meetings, the student

is given an opportunity to explore and compare his or her

own psychological and behavioral dynamics with the dif-

ferent values, beliefs, and practices of other individuals and

other cultures.

PSYCH 35, Seminar on Contemporary Psychological

Issues 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1.

Ethical considerations for human and animal research are

explored. Students are introduced to critical thinking and

the application of the scientific method to psychological

questions. The course contains both lecture and practical

experiences via the formulation and completion of original

research conducted in small groups. Various descriptive and

inferential statistical approaches are explored and utilized

to evaluate data.

PSYCH 11, Child Growth and Development 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: CDEV 100.

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course will examine the major developmental mile-

stones for children, both typically and atypically develop-

ing, from conception through adolescence in the areas

of physical, psychosocial, and cognitive development.

Emphasis will be on interactions between maturational

and environmental factors within a culturally sensitive

framework. While studying developmental theory and

investigative research methodologies, students will observe

children, evaluate individual differences and analyze char-

acteristics of development at various stages.

PSYCH 12, Adolescence and Early Maturity 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Psychology 11.

This course, which continues the subject matter of

Psychology 11, emphasizes the growth and development

of preadolescent, adolescent, and mature individuals.

Physiological, psychological, and social changes are includ-

ed with emphasis on the many possibilities for adaptive

and healthy development.

PSYCH 13, Social Psychology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1.

This course considers individual human behavior in rela-

tion to the social environment. The power of the situation,

other individuals, and the social group will be examined.

Emphasized topics include: aggression, prejudice and ste-

reotypes, interpersonal attraction, attitudes and attitude

change, conformity, group phenomena, gender roles, cul-

tural norms, person perception, and social cognition.

PSYCH 14, Abnormal Psychology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1.

This course provides an introduction to biological, environ-

mental, social, and psychological determinants of psycho-

pathology and behavioral deviation. Historical and current

theories of abnormal mental or behavioral functioning,

their implications for therapy, and community support

systems are discussed. An integrative survey of theory

and research in abnormal behavior, and intervention and

prevention strategies for psychological disorders are also

introduced.

PSYCH 16, Mind and Metabolism 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1.

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ment as well as how they decide how and when to act on

their environment. This course includes a survey of cogni-

tive psychology, specifically, the science and study of how

people acquire, represent, transform and use verbal and

nonverbal information. In this context we will explore

sensation and perception of objects, surfaces, space, and

motion. Additionally, key cognitive functions are explored

including imagery, memory, representations of knowledge,

language, decision making, thinking and reasoning, atten-

tion and vigilance. Finally, we will review developmental

considerations in cognitive psychology from early infant

cognition to maturation and cognition as we age.

Recycling and Resource

Management

RRM 1, RRM 2, RRM 3, and RRM 4 are part of a Certificate

program within the Sustainable Technologies Program.

Students interested in a degree or certificate in Recycling

and Resource Management must attend the mandatory

orientation on Monday, August 15, 2016 from 4:00-6:00pm

in Bus 111. For more information email: sustainabletech-

[email protected], www.smc.edu/STP

RRM 1, Introduction to Recycling Resource

Management 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course introduces general terminology and principles

regarding waste, recycling, resource management and

Zero Waste. The history of waste and resource manage-

ment in California, including residential, commercial and

institutional reuse, recycling, and composting programs,

is addressed. An overview of national, state, and local

legislation and regulations related to waste and resource

management and recycling is provided. The course covers

waste diversion practices such as reduce, reuse, recycle, and

also introduces principles in recovery, remanufacturing and

repurchasing.

RRM 2, Culture and Zero Waste 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will provide an overview of our “throw-away”

culture and the motivations behind consumerism and relat-

ed waste disposal practices. Key issues of the course include

carbon footprint, plastics in our environment, consumer

laws and cultural mindsets. The course will identify key

government agencies and policies and how to collaborate

and obtain funding for outreach. Environmental educa-

tional skills, programs, and methods will be reviewed. Case

studies of successful youth campaigns will be explored and

the basics of establishing strong educational programs

examined.

RRM 3, Resource Management and Zero Waste for

Communities 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will identify how resource management and

Zero Waste policies and programs are developed within

This course will examine the psychological literature cov-

ering a variety of contemporary topics. The areas may

include: the psychology of prejudice, Eastern and Western

psychology, experimental psychology, the psychology of

learning, ecological psychology, the psychology of crime

and incarceration, and other areas selected by the faculty.

There may be a different focus each semester this course

is taught.

PSYCH 40, Environmental Psychology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

This course will focus on the theory and application of

psychological principles as they relate to the causes of,

and potential solutions to, current global environmental

problems. Modern ecological issues (such as global climate

change, habitat-loss, etc.) have their historical origin in

human behavior; this class will focus both on relevant

causal behaviors, and on the mental mechanisms that give

rise to such behavior. An evolutionary perspective will be

employed to identify the pathways by which the clash of

a “universal human nature” and the modern environment

results in an “evolutionary mismatch.” Evolutionary models

such as the “tragedy of the commons” will be elucidated

with relevant and real world examples. In addition, the

course will explore potential avenues to effectively reshape

human kind’s social, technological and economic relation-

ship with its environment. As such, a systems approach will

be taken that considers the human as a part of, as well as

an influence on, ecosystems. Cutting edge research will be

integrated from different domains of psychology (cogni-

tive, social, developmental and evolutionary, etc.) as well

as related fields (genetics, behavioral economics, game-

theory, anthropology, etc.) to comprehensively study the

human-environment interaction.

PSYCH 40 is the same course as ENVRN 40. Students may

earn credit for one but not both.

PSYCH 88A, Independent Studies in

Psychology 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1 and one other Psychology

course.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

PSYCH 88B, Independent Studies in

Psychology 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1 and one other Psychology

course.

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

PSYCH 320, Cognitive Psychology 3 units

• Prerequisite: Psychology 1, Math 54, English 1, and

admission to the SMC baccalaureate degree program.

This course is open only to students who have been admit-

ted to SMC’s Bachelor of Science program in Interaction

Design. See www.smcixd.org for more information.

Transferability of this course will be determined on a case-

by-case basis by the transfer institution.

This upper division Cognitive Psychology course addresses

how humans learn to process information in their environ-

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a community, what type of planning and facilities are

needed, and how to finance the systems. Students will

also review sample sustainability and zero waste plans

and will discuss different approaches communities have

taken to developing Zero Waste goals. Students will also

learn about tools for local government, best practices

for RFPs (Request for Proposals) and contracts, enforce-

ment options, design of resource recovery parks, perfor-

mance reporting and financial records, Extended Producer

Responsibility and Local Producer Responsibility policies

and programs, bans, rules and incentives, and local markets

and uses for discarded resources.

RRM 4, Resource Management and Zero Waste in

Business 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course will provide hands-on applications and tools for

businesses to design, implement and oversee waste reduc-

tion and resource management programs. It will review a

variety of best practices for successful waste diversion and

recovery in businesses, detailing how businesses can imple-

ment those practices to achieve Zero Waste. Examination

of case studies will be used to demonstrate how different

companies have implemented successful waste diversion

and sustainability programs, including triple bottom line

business practices. This course will also provide students

with an understanding of how to plan and implement

commercial food and organics programs.

Religious Studies

REL ST 51, Literature of Bible: Old Testament 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course provides an analytical and critical study of the

Old Testament of the Bible, focusing on its component

genres and literary qualities. Attention is given to how

Biblical literature has been and can be interpreted, studied,

and used. Representative types of Biblical literature are

examined.

Religious Studies 51 is the same course as English 51.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

REL ST 52, Literature of Bible:

New Testament 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Area 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course introduces the students to the variety and

wealth of literature contained in the New Testament.

Attention is given to the ways in which Biblical literature

has been and can be interpreted, studied, and used. The

various types of literature in the Bible are set forth and

representative pages of each of these types are presented

and examined.

Religious Studies 52 is the same course as English 52.

Students may earn credit for one, but not both.

Respiratory Therapy

Enrollment in the Respiratory Therapy classes, with the

exception of Res Th 1, requires admission to the program.

Please call 310-434-3453 for additional information.

RES TH 1, Introduction to Respiratory

Therapy 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This is a survey course in respiratory therapy that provides

an overview of the profession, including the various edu-

cational routes, credentialing mechanisms, professional

associations, and job responsibilities of a respiratory thera-

pist. Pulmonary anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology,

measurement scales, and basic gas behavior are taught.

Principles of medical gas manufacture, storage, and safety

systems are introduced.

RES TH 29, Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory

Therapy 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapy

program.

This course presents prenatal development, high risk

pregnancy and normal labor and delivery. Assessment of

the newborn and pediatric patient is taught. Neonatal

and pediatric diseases and disorders are described with an

emphasis on the respiratory care interventions, techniques,

and equipment used in neonatal and pediatric patient care.

RES TH 30, Adult Critical Care Monitory and

Diagnostics 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapy

program.

This course presents current techniques of monitoring

the critically ill adult patient. This includes electrocardi-

ography, cardiovascular/hemodynamic monitoring, cap-

nography and pulmonary function testing. Cardiovascular

pharmacology and common approaches to supporting the

unstable intensive care patient are presented. Advanced

Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) algorithms for treatment of the

patient with acute coronary syndrome and other related

disorders are reviewed.

RES TH 60, Respiratory Physiology 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapy

program.

This course presents the physiology of the cardiopulmonary

system from a clinical perspective including basic anatomy,

pulmonary ventilation, diffusion of gases, pulmonary cir-

culation, ventilation/perfusion relationships, blood gas

transport, acid-base balance, mechanics of breathing and

neural control of breathing.

RES TH 70, Respiratory Pathophysiology 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapy

program.

The pathology and pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treat-

ment of common diseases and disorders of the respira-

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tory and cardiopulmonary systems are covered in detail.

Techniques of laboratory evaluation and specific monitor-

ing methods are discussed.

Russian

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Russian 1.

RUSS 1, Elementary Russian I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

This course provides students with basic vocabulary and

fundamental sentence structures in the present and past

tenses, using the nominative, locative and accusative and

genitive case of nouns and pronouns. Basic listening and

reading comprehension is developed, and students engage

in conversation, make oral presentations, and write brief

compositions. Significant geographic, historical, literary

and contemporary political, social and cultural issues are

also introduced. Language lab is required.

RUSS 2, Elementary Russian II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required

for UC only)

• Prerequisite: Russian 1*.

This continuation of Russian 1 increases basic vocabulary

and introduces students to sentence structures including

the past and future tenses in both imperfective and perfec-

tive verb aspects, and completes the cases (adding genitive,

instrumental and dative cases) including plural forms. Basic

listening and reading comprehension is developed, and

students engage in conversations and write brief composi-

tions using all tenses and cases. It includes the reading of

excerpts from modern Russian sources (online newspapers

and magazines) and discussion of significant geographic,

historical, literary and contemporary political, social and

cultural issues is continued and developed. This course is

taught in Russian except in cases of linguistic difficulty as

determined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to two years

of high school Russian.

RUSS 8, Conversational Russian 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Russian 2.

This course provides an opportunity to acquire fluency in

spoken Russian with emphasis on natural, colloquial use.

Science – General Studies

For other science courses please see specific disciplines such

as chemistry, anatomy, biology, etc.

SCI 10, Principles and Practice of Scientific Research

2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: successful completion of a UC

transferable science class with lab and Mathematics

20.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course explores the modern practice of science. The

course focuses on the use of the scientific method; the his-

tory of science; how, why and where research is conducted;

the ethical protocol in the scientific process; how peer

review works; and how to formulate scientifically testable

hypotheses and design/perform experiments to test the

hypotheses. Students will apply the scientific method in

inquiry-based laboratory projects and will communicate

research design, data collection, and data interpretation in

conventional scientific formats.

Sociology

SOCIOL 1, Introduction to Sociology 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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, cultural development, the process of socialization,

social structure, social stratification--particularly in the

areas of social class, race and ethnicity, and gender--and

social change. Students are highly encouraged to complete

Sociology 1 prior to enrolling in other sociology courses.

Students may earn credit for either Sociology 1 or 1S

but not both. Only Sociology 1S fulfills the Santa Monica

College Global Citizenship requirement.

SOCIOL 1 S, Introduction to Sociology – Service

Learning 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: SOCI 110

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

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 sociologi-

cal theory are discussed, as well as methods of sociological

inquiry, cultural development, the process of socialization,

social structure, social stratification--particularly in the

areas of social class, race and ethnicity, and gender--and

social change. Students are highly encouraged to com-

plete Sociology 1 or 1s prior to enrolling in other sociol-

ogy 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 1S but

not both. Only Sociology 1 S fulfills the Santa Monica

College Global Citizenship Requirement.

SOCIOL 2, Social Problems 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course involves a sociological analysis of contemporary

social problems on the local, national, and international

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This course involves a sociological examination of the

social, cultural, political, and economic conditions experi-

enced by African Americans in the United States. Current

and past institutional practices relating to inequality, insti-

tutional discrimination, segregation, cultural pluralism, and

assimilation are analyzed. Social movements within African

American communities as well as intra- and intergroup

relations are also considered.

SOCIOL 31, Latinas/os in Contemporary

Society 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 vari-

ous 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.

SOCIOL 32, Asian Americans in Contemporary

Society 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 socio-

logical 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.

SOCIOL 33, Sociology of Sex and Gender 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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. Understanding

the impact of the matrix of domination (based on race,

ethnicity, and class) on gender is a central issue. A global

perspective, which examines and compares the place of

gender in nations of the North with those of the South, is

also emphasized.

SOCIOL 34, Racial and Ethnic Relations in American

Society 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

level. Critical inquiry and analysis is 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 2S

but not both. Only Sociology 2S fulfills the Santa Monica

College Global Citizenship Requirement.

SOCIOL 2 S, Social Problems –

Service Learning 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global

Citizenship requirement.

By relying heavily on the instructional method of service-

learning, this course involves a sociological analysis of

contemporary social problems on the local, national, and

international level. Critical inquiry and analysis is con-

ducted 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 2S but

not both. Only Sociology 2S fulfills the Global Citizenship

requirement.

SOCIOL 4, Sociological Analysis 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: Sociology 1.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course introduces students to the fundamental prin-

ciples and methods of sociological research design and

implementation. Students examine the key varieties of evi-

dence--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.

SOCIOL 12, Sociology of the Family 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 insti-

tution. 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.

SOCIOL 30, African Americans in Contemporary

Society 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

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Spanish and Latin American culture. Language laboratory

is required.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to two years

of high school Spanish.

SPAN 3, Intermediate Spanish I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: SPAN 200.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Spanish 2*.

Students may 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 prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school Spanish.

SPAN 4, Intermediate Spanish II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: SPAN 210.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Spanish 3*.

This course is taught through thematic units in Spanish on

a variety of current and cultural topics. This course pro-

vides an in-depth review of Spanish grammar, idioms, and

vocabulary. Developing a more sophisticated and structur-

ally advanced writing style is also emphasized. Reading

comprehension and literary analysis are developed using

selected readings from Spanish and Spanish-American lit-

erature. This course is taught in Spanish except in cases of

linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to four

years of high school Spanish.

SPAN 8, Conversational Spanish 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Spanish 2*.

This course provides an opportunity to acquire intermedi-

ate 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.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school Spanish.

SPAN 9, The Civilization of Spain 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)

• Prerequisite: Spanish 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.

SPAN 11, Spanish for Native Speakers I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

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 prob-

lems of ongoing discrimination, prejudice, assimilation and

cultural pluralism, and power differences between groups.

Interconnections between race, ethnicity, social class, gen-

der, 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.

SOCIOL 88A, Independent Studies in

Sociology 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

SOCIOL 88B, Independent Studies in

Sociology 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Spanish

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Elementary Spanish.

Some of the courses listed in this section are accompanied

by Supplemental Instruction. Supplemental Instruction (SI)

is an academic assistance program that utilizes free peer-

assisted weekly study sessions to help students learn the

most difficult course content. For more information, please

see the SI website at www.smc.edu/si.

SPAN 1, Elementary Spanish I 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: SPAN 100.

IGETC Foreign Language (required for UC only)

• Prerequisite: None.

Students may receive credit for either Spanish 1 & 2

sequence, or Spanish 11, but not both.

This course, using the Natural Approach, 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. Language lab is required.

SPAN 2, Elementary Spanish II 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: SPAN 110.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required

for UC only)

• Prerequisite: Spanish 1*.

Students may receive credit for either Spanish 1 & 2

sequence, or Spanish 11, but not both.

This course is a continuation of Spanish 1. Using the Natural

Approach, this course stresses basic vocabulary and funda-

mental 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

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expressions, correct pronunciation and intonation, devel-

opment of useful vocabulary, and ability to communicate

without hesitation in a given situation. This course does

not fulfill the language requirement. It is only offered con-

currently with Spanish 1 in 6-week sessions and the Study

Abroad Program. This course is taught in Spanish except in

cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

Speech

Please see listing under “Communication Studies.”

Student Activities

STUGOV 81, Introduction to Student

Government 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores the fundamental principles and prac-

tical 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 condu-

cive to becoming more effective student leaders. Topics

in the course will include, but are not limited to, parlia-

mentary 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 through-

out the course.

Theatre Arts

Pre-enrollment auditions are required for Theatre Arts pro-

duction classes (Th Art 43, 44, 45, 50, 52 and 54). Theatre

Arts majors enroll in Theatre Arts 5. All sections require

attendance of theatre productions for which students must

purchase tickets.

TH ART 2, Introduction to the Theatre 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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. Attendance of theatre productions for which

students must purchase tickets is required.

Theatre Arts majors enroll in Theatre Arts 5.

TH ART 5, History of World Theatre 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 lit-

erature with emphasis on the relationship of the theatre to

cultural development. Attendance of theatre productions

for which students must purchase tickets is required.

Students may receive credit for either Spanish 1 & 2

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, writ-

ing skills, and reading comprehension. Formal aspects of

the language will be stressed including: spelling, punc-

tuation, 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 anal-

ysis are stressed. This course is taught in Spanish except in

cases of linguistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

Language lab is required.

SPAN 12, Spanish for Native Speakers 2 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: SPAN 220.

IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities), Foreign Language (required

for UC only)

• Prerequisite: Spanish 11*.

Students may 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 lan-

guage. 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 con-

cepts 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 build-

ing. This course is taught in Spanish except in cases of lin-

guistic difficulty as determined by the professor.

*The prerequisite for this course is comparable to three

years of high school Spanish.

SPAN 20, Latin American Civilization 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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

Sciences)

• Skills 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, geogra-

phy, archeology, culture, customs and traditions of Spanish

America. This course will be taught in Spanish.

SPAN 31A, Practical Spanish 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• 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.

SPAN 31S, Practical Spanish 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course is designed to develop effective communication

skills. It emphasizes the use of set-up phrases, idiomatic

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TH ART 18B, Technical Theatre Production

Workshop 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 mem-

ber of a production crew for a Santa Monica College

Theatre Arts Dept. production.

TH ART 18C, Technical Theatre Production

Workshop 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 mem-

ber of a production crew for a Santa Monica College

Theatre Arts Dept. production.

TH ART 20, Stagecraft 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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. Attendance of theater

productions for which students must purchase tickets is

required.

TH ART 21, Scenic Painting Techniques 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• 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. Attendance at theatre produc-

tions for which students must purchase tickets is required.

A materials fee will be charged for student supplies.

TH ART 22, Stage Lighting 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: THTR 173.

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the student to the theory and prac-

tice of modern stage lighting. The properties and control

of light are covered, including electricity, color, instrumen-

tation and design. Attendance of theater productions for

which students must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 25, Introduction to Theatrical Sound 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course introduces the student to the theory and prac-

tice of modern theatrical sound design. The role of sound

in theatre is explored with a focus on its unique contribu-

tion in supporting the dramatic narrative. Lecture and

laboratory instruction will cover basic sound theory and

acoustics, use of contemporary audio equipment, tools,

and techniques, and crafting a sound design from concept

TH ART 10A, Voice Development for the

Stage 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

The study of speech designed to develop the skills for per-

forming classic and modern dramatic literature is stressed

in this course. Attendance of theatre productions for which

students must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 10B, Advanced Voice Development

for the Stage 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: 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. Attendance of the-

atre productions for which students must purchase tickets

is required.

TH ART 13, Stage Dialects 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Advisory: Theatre Arts 10A.

Specific training is given in the performance of the regional

American and foreign dialects most often used in the the-

atre.

TH ART 15, Stage Movement for the Actor 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Formerly Theatre Arts 15A.

This course develops the student’s awareness of the

body as an instrument of communication in stage acting.

Attendance of theatre productions for which students

must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 16, Advanced Stage Movement For The

Actor 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• 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. Attendance at theatre productions for which

students must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 18A, Technical Theatre Production

Workshop 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 mem-

ber of a production crew for a Santa Monica College

Theatre Arts Dept. production.

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TH ART 38A, Beginning Stage Direction 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 41.

Basic techniques of play analysis and stage directorial tech-

niques are explored in this course. Attendance of theatre

productions for which students must purchase tickets is

required.

TH ART 38B, Advanced Stage Direction 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 38A.

This course is a further study and practice of specific

techniques in the art of stage make-up with emphasis on

developing knowledge and skill in its design and practical

application. Attendance of theatre productions for which

students must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 41, Acting I 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 perfor-

mance, and written work. Attendance of theatre produc-

tions for which students must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 42, Acting II 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

C-ID: THTR 152.

• Skills Advisory: Theatre Arts 41.

This course provides continued and intensive develop-

ment of acting skills. Focus on realistic acting techniques,

rehearsal skills, character building, scene study and perfor-

mance, and play analysis. Attendance of theatre produc-

tions for which students must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 43, Acting, Historical Styles – Early 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Theatre Arts 41 or 42.

This course contains development of acting skills and

explores several non-realistic acting styles through per-

formance 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. Attendance of theatre productions for which the

students must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 44, Acting, Historical Styles – Late 3 units

Transfer: *CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Skills Advisory: Theatre Arts 41 or 42.

This course contains development of acting skills and

explores several non-realistic acting styles through per-

formance 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). Attendance of theatre pro-

ductions for which the students must purchase tickets is

required.

to completion. Attendance of theatre productions for

which students must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 26, Introduction to Stage Costuming 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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. Attendance of theatre productions for which

students must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 28A, Beginning Stage Make-Up 1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

A study of the art and application of stage make-up

with practice in the techniques of creating facial char-

acterizations and alterations for specific roles and types.

Attendance of theatre productions for which students

must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 28B, 3D and Theatrical Styles

Make-Up 1 unit

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• 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 practi-

cal application.

Attendance of theatre productions for which students

must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 31, Introduction to Stage

Management 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

This course explores the artistic and organizational tech-

niques 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 rela-

tionships with other artists and staff.

TH ART 32, Scenic Design 2 units

Transfer: UC (pending), CSU

• 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.

Attendance of theatre productions for which students

must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 34, Advanced Costume Design 2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Theatre Arts 26.

Theories, principles and practices of costume design for

the stage are covered in this course. Attendance of theatre

productions for which students must purchase tickets is

required. *See counselor for transfer credit limitations.

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will rehearse and prepare material and learn about the

processes of performing for the live theatre. Attendance

of theatre productions for which students must purchase

tickets is required.

Theatre Arts 53 is the same as Music 46. Students may earn

credit for one but not both.

TH ART 54, Advanced Production –

Summer Theatre 6 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment auditions required.

This course includes rehearsals and performances of the

department’s summer theatre productions, including relat-

ed production activities.

TH ART 55, Advanced Production –

Small Theatre Venue 3 units

Transfer: CSU

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 follow-

ing: Non-traditional themes, newer or lesser-known play-

wrights, student or faculty-written works, multi-cultural

works and multiple theatrical genres. The course applies

advanced acting skills in the selected genre to the develop-

ment 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.

Attendance of theatre productions for which students

must purchase tickets is required.

TH ART 56, Advanced Audition Workshop 4 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition required.

On-site exploration and application of progressive audi-

tion 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. Attendance of theatre

productions for which the students must purchase tickets

is required.

TH ART 88A, Independent Studies in

Theatre Arts 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

TH ART 88B, Independent Studies in

Theater Arts 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

Turkish

Additional hours to be arranged in the Modern Language

Lab for Turkish 1.

TH ART 45, Musical Theatre Workshop 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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.

Attendance at theatre productions for which students must

purchase tickets is required.

Theatre Arts 45 is the same course as Music 45. Students

may earn credit for one, but not both.

TH ART 46, Comedy Acting Workshop 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

• Advisory: Theatre Arts 41.

This course explores comedic acting skills through the

application and development of progressive comedy tech-

niques. Through acquired knowledge of the genre and

analysis of plays, this course fosters the development of act-

ing techniques for theatrical venues. Students will rehearse

and prepare material and learn about the processes of

comedy acting for the live theatre. Attendance of theatre

productions for which students must purchase tickets is

required.

TH ART 50, Advanced Production – Full Play 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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.

TH ART 51, Stage Make-Up Workshop 0.5 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Concurrent Enrollment in Theatre Arts 50 or 52.

A study of the art and practical application of stage make-

up for those performing in Theatre Arts Department pro-

ductions.

TH ART 52, Advanced Production –

Musical Theatre 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment auditions required.

This course includes rehearsals and performances of the

department’s musical theatre production. Dance labora-

tory is included.

TH ART 53, Production for the Younger

Audience 3 units

Transfer: CSU

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

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WOM ST 20, Women, Feminisms, and Social

Movements: A Global Approach 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4D (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

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 environ-

mental 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.

WOM ST 30, Women and Popular Culture 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Utilizing feminist theories and feminist analysis, this course

examines the relationship between women 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. This course uti-

lizes the lens of feminist theories to critically analyze how

popular culture constructs gender and how these construc-

tions become cultural norms and values. The intersection

of gender, race, class, and sexual orientation is examined

throughout the course and the relationship between popu-

lar culture and feminist movements is emphasized.

WOM ST 80, Women’s Studies Leadership

Practicum 3 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: Women’s Studies 10 or 20 or 30.

• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

Formerly Women’s Studies 8.

This course is an application of feminist theories and

women’s studies pedagogy to leadership development.

Utilizing the methods and tools found in the interdisci-

plinary field of women’s studies, the course is rooted in

theoretically-based and thoughtfully-organized individual

and collective action through leadership training, group

activities, service-learning, and networking opportunities

both on and off campus. By emphasizing the importance of

praxis--connecting theory and practice--students develop

an understanding of a broad range of women’s experi-

ences across class, racial/ethnic, and international lines.

Students initiate, design, and implement a “field project”

of their choosing that demonstrates their understanding of

feminist theories and praxis. Specific course content fluc-

tuates based on individual and group interests, available

resources, and community needs.

WOM ST 88A, Independent Studies in

Women’s Studies 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

TURKSH 1, Elementary Turkish 1 5 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Elementary Turkish uses a communicative approach to

introduce basic vocabulary and the fundamentals of mod-

ern Turkish grammar, sentence structure, and pronuncia-

tion. Language skills in listening comprehension, reading,

writing, and speaking are taught by using audio-visual

tools and interactive activities. The course prepares stu-

dents to hold simple conversations and write short dia-

logs 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, Karag’z shadow play and

Orta Oyunu Theater. This course is conducted primarily in

Turkish except in cases of linguistic difficulty. Language lab

is required.

Urban Studies

URBAN 8, Introduction to Urban Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

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 cit-

ies 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 par-

ticular, 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.

Women’s Studies

WOM ST 10, Introduction to Women’s

Studies 3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU

IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)

• Prerequisite: None.

Introduction to the study of women and men in society,

covering comparative issues of social, political, and eco-

nomic position in the workplace, family, cultural institu-

tions; historical basis of women’s subordination; the female

experience; the male experience; relations between women

and men; intersections of ethnicity/race, class and gender;

violence against women; cultural images of women and

men; social roles of women and men and movements for

social change.

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EMERITUS COLLEGE

The following classes are intended for older adults. The

classes are noncredit and free, and they do NOT carry

academic credit or assign grades. Please call (310) 434-4306

for information.

Arts & Crafts

ART E00, Survey of the Arts for Older Adults

This course provides older adult students with in-depth

knowledge about the chronological, social, and histori-

cal development of art and/or architecture. Older adults

investigate the history of art and view selections from dif-

ferent time periods, regions, or developmental stages, and

compare and contrast artwork from different periods with

their peers.

ART E01, Contemporary Art for Older Adults

This course provides older adults with a working knowl-

edge of current trends in the art world, as well as a greater

understanding of how art influences all of our lives. Older

adults will develop an appreciation for contemporary art,

and will compare and contrast specific pieces of art.

ART E03, Art and Architecture for Older Adults

This course helps older adults learn about the structures

around them and how to appreciate historical buildings

and monuments located locally and around the world.

Older adult students learn and discuss with their peers the

historical periods and styles of world architecture, as well

as the development of modern trends.

ART E06, Artistic Expression through Gardening

for Older Adults

This course helps older adults express themselves by creat-

ing indoor and/or outdoor gardens and learn how garden-

ing can lead to a more creative and healthier lifestyle.

Older adults discuss maintenance issues, cost factors, and

artistic expression in gardening, as well as the history of

gardening styles in public and private spaces. Older adults

learn about making environmentally sensitive gardening

choices, as well as ways to create long-lasting environments

that make their lives more pleasant and fulfilling.

ART E11, Creative Art for Older Adults

This course assists older adults in incorporating the process

of creating art into their lives in unusual and inspiring

ways. The course provides an atmosphere where older

adult students can use their hands, minds, and eyes to

express themselves in their art, as well as interact with their

peers, unlock their creativity through guided visualization

in art and relaxation techniques, and improve their sense

of well being by holistically blending mind, body, and spirit

through art.

ART E15, Drawing for Older Adults

This course provides a supportive atmosphere for older

adults—from beginners to more advanced students—to

explore and experiment with self expression through

drawing. Older adult students learn drawing skills, ele-

ments of design, composition, and creativity, as well as

WOM ST 88B, Independent Studies in

Women’s Studies 2 units

Transfer: CSU

Please see “Independent Studies” section.

WOM ST 90A, Internship in Women’s Studies 1 unit

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a public or private organiza-

tion concerned with issues related to women. Students will

work with the organization, agency, business, or institution

(public or non-profit) to develop their understanding of

and ability to apply the principles of women’s studies.

WOM ST 90B, Internship in Women’s Studies 2 units

Transfer: CSU

• Prerequisite: None.

Students must arrange an approved internship prior to

enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration

Coordinator at the International Education Center before

enrolling.

The Internship Program is designed to provide the student

with “real life” experience in a public or private organiza-

tion concerned with issues related to women. Students will

work with the organization, agency, business, or institution

(public or non-profit) to develop their understanding of

and ability to apply the principles of women’s studies.

Zoology

Please see listing under “Biological Sciences.”

Course Descriptions

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ART E24, Calligraphy II for Older Adults

This course expands older adults’ knowledge of calligraphy

and everyday calligraphic forms to use for personal growth,

self expression, or for family and volunteer projects. Older

adult students learn the tools and equipment needed to

write the calligraphy alphabet, as well as fundamental cal-

ligraphy techniques, lettering styles, and display methods.

ART E25, Calligraphy III for Older Adults

This course strengthens older adults’ sense of creativity,

competence, motor skills, and sense of belonging to a

group through the advanced study of calligraphy. Older

adult students learn and/or improve their knowledge of

complex lettering styles and letterforms and create profes-

sional-quality projects for personal expression.

ART E30, Watercolor Studio for Older Adults

This course allows older adults who have never used water-

colors to acquire a strong foundation in watercolor tech-

niques, and provides those students with some watercolor

experience with a strongly supportive peer group in which

to paint. Older adult students learn watercolor techniques

and methods, as well as washes, textures, color, value, and

composition.

ART E55, Sculpture for Older Adults

This course introduces older adults to three-dimensional

design principles and elements, and helps them create

expressive works of sculpture. Older adults learn to appre-

ciate sculpture as a medium of self expression, and use a

combination of materials and techniques to create a sculp-

tural form and develop an expressive idea using a variety of

materials, including items from everyday life. Students are

required to purchase or bring their own materials.

ART E80, Jewelry Making for Older Adults

This course provides older adults with an opportunity to

create pieces of jewelry and learn an assortment of dif-

ferent techniques involved in creating jewelry. Students

also learn about the wide range of materials available for

making jewelry. Older adults make bracelets, earrings,

and necklaces using techniques such as wire wrapping and

bending, macramé, pearl knotting, crimping, and bead-

weaving. Each week students learn a new technique and

make a piece of jewelry using that technique.

Business, Estate Planning,

& Finance

BUS E00, Planning for Retirement, Healthcare and

Estate Planning for Older Adults

This course assists older adults in managing their finances,

understanding their investments, and planning the distri-

bution of their estates. The course covers basic investment

strategies, financial planning, the law, trust and estate con-

servation, as well as the use of trusts and other techniques

to minimize taxes and facilitate asset transfers.

drawing techniques for representative or stylistic effect.

Students also learn to interpret the perceived “real world”

in a two-dimensional field, and to improve their observa-

tion and hand-eye coordination. The course focuses on the

processes by which one makes art, exposes students to dif-

ferent approaches, and challenges students to think about

what they are doing or trying to do.

ART E16, Life Drawing Studio for Older Adults

This course provides an opportunity for older adults to

learn to see the human form and draw the anatomy of the

human figure. This supportive class explores basic anatomy,

movement, and skeletal structure of the figure using live

models. Through demonstrations, class exercises, individual

instruction, and guidance, beginning students learn basic

life drawing skills; while more advanced students sharpen

their skills in capturing the physical attributes of the model

and expressiveness of the pose.

ART E19, Painting for Older Adults

This course enhances older adults’ artistic creativity and

painting skills through positive motivation and instruction

in oils and acrylics techniques that may use the palette

knife for effect. Older adults learn how to select sup-

plies and equipment, and basic elements of composition.

Painting projects, demonstrations, group critiques, and

discussions are used to explore two-dimensional artwork.

ART E20, Drawing and Painting for Older Adults

This course provides older adults with a supportive envi-

ronment for instruction in drawing and painting. Older

adults—from beginners to more advanced students—

maintain or improve their drawing and/or painting skills

in a constructive environment, and learn about space, line,

value, and color in a workshop atmosphere.

ART E21, Painting/Drawing, Oil and Acrylic for Older

Adults

This course enhances older adults’ artistic creativ-

ity and painting skills through positive motivation and

instruction in oils and acrylic techniques. Older adults

learn basic painting techniques, the elements of com-

position, and how to select and use materials. Painting

projects, demonstrations, and group critiques are used to

explore two-dimensional artwork.

ART E22, Watercolor for Older Adults

This course allows older adults who have never used water-

colors to acquire a strong foundation in watercolor tech-

niques, and provides those students with some watercolor

experience with a strongly supportive peer group in which

to paint. Older adult students learn watercolor techniques

and methods, as well as washes, brush strokes, color, value,

and composition.

ART E23, Calligraphy for Older Adults

This course assists older adults in acquiring basic skills in cal-

ligraphy to use for personal growth, self expression, or for

family and volunteer projects. Older adult students learn

the tools and equipment needed to write the beginning

calligraphy alphabet, as well as fundamental calligraphy

techniques.

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Home Arts & Maintenance

CT E00, The Fix-It Class – Repair Almost Anything

for Older Adults

This course teaches older adults about household tools,

how to make minor or more complex home repairs or

maintenance, and how to evaluate proposed repair pro-

cesses when hiring and paying a repair person. Older adults

learn to repair leaky faucets, fix minor electrical problems,

hang almost everything, caulk a bathtub, and so forth. The

course is intended to help older adults be knowledgeable,

confident, and prudent about home repairs and mainte-

nance.

HME EC E01, Sewing Laboratory for Older Adults

This course helps older adults learn sewing-based skills,

including how to construct clothing, engage in creative

sewing projects, use patterns, engage in patchwork or

machine quilting, and/or other specialized sewing tech-

niques. Older adults learn economical sewing techniques

and socialize with their peers in a supportive and creative

environment.

HME EC E52, Restaurant Critic – Dining Wisely:

Healthy Eating Choices for Older Adults

This course helps older adults learn how to prepare

healthy foods for a small household and how to make

cost-effective choices in planning a menu. Older adults

work together to create a cookbook or recipe book, share

food and recipes with their peers, learn restaurant terms,

learn to write a standard recipe, and discuss and write

about memories involving food. The course also engages

older adults in discussions about food fads and provides

factual information on food additives, vitamins, safe food

storage, health precautions, and basic nutritional informa-

tion.

HME EC E70, Needlecrafts I for Older Adults

This course provides a supportive, stimulating, and creative

learning environment to allow older adults to create inex-

pensive knitting projects. Older adults learn and practice

knitting and crocheting techniques, including the selection

of materials, planning projects, and finishing methods.

HME EC E71, Needlecrafts II for Older Adults

This course provides a supportive, stimulating, and cre-

ative environment for older adults to create handmade

needlework or other fiber arts projects using an assortment

of techniques, including, knitting, crochet, needlepoint,

weaving, and macramé. Beginning students will learn basic

skills; students with some experience in needlework will

learn more advanced techniques.

Literature & Writing

BILING E01, Literature in Spanish for Older Adults

This course helps older adults explore a variety of Spanish

literature in the language in which it was written and

stimulates their appreciation of the vast literary output of

Spain, Latin America, and other Spanish speaking coun-

tries. Students may also explore the history and culture of

Employment for Seniors –

Computer Training

OCC E00, Introduction to Computers

for Older Adults

This course assists older adults in accessing the world of

computers and technology to improve interaction with

their families and to promote self-expression. Older adults

learn about personal computers, improve technical vocabu-

lary, review typing and mouse skills, and learn how to use

special function computer keys.

OCC E01, Word Processing for Older Adults

This course assists older adults in acquiring the skills neces-

sary to use word processing software. Older adults learn

to create, save, and retrieve documents and gain con-

sumer and personal management skills. The pace of the

course is designed to meet the needs of older adults who

are at least somewhat familiar with computer technology.

OCC E10, Using Data Files for Older Adults

This course helps older adults understand how to use tables

and data files to create mailing labels, financial records for

taxes, or work in a volunteer or paid job requiring these and

other skills. The course is offered at a pace that helps older

adults maximize their knowledge retention and continue

learning.

OCC E20, Using the Internet Safely for Older Adults

This course assists older adult consumers in using the

Internet safely. Older adults learn Internet terminology and

build their knowledge of spam, spyware, virus protections,

computer software, alternatives to accessing information,

and personal security issues, such as identity theft. The

course primarily focuses on ways in which older adults can

protect themselves in a new technological environment

and use the Internet to find valid information. Older adults

also examine and discuss their computer needs and expec-

tations for using the Internet. Some course sections may

also discuss computer maintenance and troubleshooting

issues.

PHOTO E00, Digital Photography I for Older Adults

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.

PHOTO E10, Digital Photography II for Older Adults

This course assists older adults in choosing and using mod-

ern technology for keeping photographic records of their

family, friends, and travels, and helps them use photogra-

phy 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.

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appreciation for this unique form of literature. Older adults

learn background and trends in writing in different time

periods and regions of America, and discuss how these

works relate to their own life experiences and accumulated

knowledge.

ENGL E27, Poetry for Older Adults

This course helps older adults explore a wide variety of

poetry; in particular, poetry as adventure, confirmation,

and renewal. Older adults also employ selected poems as a

means to examine their life experiences and discuss these

experiences with their peers. This course is designed to

refresh older adults’ enjoyment and increase their appre-

ciation of poetry as a means of expression, and helps older

adults explore poetry in relation to other types of litera-

ture, in particular in its use of language and imagery.

ENGL E28, Plays and Playwrights for Older Adults

This course engages older adults in the rich theatrical mate-

rial available in the Los Angeles area by exposing them to

an assortment of American, English, and other theatrical

works, playwrights, and screenwriters. Older adults will

learn about plots, characters, and the many interpretations

of plays through comparative analysis, will relate plays to

their life experiences, and will engage in respectful discus-

sions with their peers.

ENGL E29, Greek LIterature for Older Adults

This course introduces older adults to the world of ancient

Greek drama and fosters discussion among peers. Older

adults will study Greek theater from a literary viewpoint

and learn about plots, characters, and different interpreta-

tions through comparative analysis. Older adults will learn

how ancient Greek drama is interpreted in modern media

and will relate it to their own lives and experiences.

ENGL E30, Creative Writing for Older Adults

This course nurtures, revitalizes, and stimulates older adult

writers who may already be producing or thinking about

producing written material. The course is intended to dis-

cover, encourage, and develop untapped writing talent

in older adults. It also allows older adults to develop and

refine their writing and self expression skills, discuss their

writing with peers, and comment on their peers’ writing in

a respectful and constructive manner. The course is also a

forum for older adults to share their creative voices with

peers.

ENGL E33, Autobiography for Older Adults

This course helps older adults review and integrate the

experiences that have shaped their lives, share memories

with peers, and create a record of events for themselves

and their families. Through this class older adults achieve

a sense of pride in their accomplishments, improve their

writing abilities, and express themselves in writing that can

be shared with family, friends, and the public if desired.

ENGL E37, Writing Seminar for Older Adults

This course develops and refines older adults’ writing skills

in an informal round-table atmosphere through classroom

readings and critiques of their own and classmates’ writing.

The course is intended to discover, encourage, and develop

untapped writing talent in older adults and nurture, revi-

talize, and stimulate older adult writers who may already

be expressing themselves through the written word. The

the country in which a literary work was produced, and

participate in class discussions in Spanish.

BILING E02, French Literature for Older Adults

This course helps older adults understand and appreciate

the vast literary output of France and other French speak-

ing countries, and introduces them to French culture and

people. Older adults explore a variety of French literature

in the language in which it was written and engage in

stimulating discussions with their peers.

BILING E03, Literature from Around the World

for Older Adults

This course helps older adults experience and appreciate

the vast literary output from non-English speaking coun-

tries and discuss that literature with peers in the language

in which it was written. Course sections may focus on

literature from any non-English speaking country, as long

as there are sufficient numbers of interested students and

faculty who can teach in that language are available.

ENGL E20, Literature: The Novel for Older Adults

This course, which examines the world’s greatest literary

works (such as James Joyce’s Ulysses) is designed to help

older adults learn about trends in writing in different

societies. Older adults learn about the uniqueness of each

age of literature and each author under scrutiny. Various

literary themes and the concerns of authors in different

historical periods serve as a basis for discussion so that older

adults may compare and contrast these topics with current

events, modern cultures and sub-cultures, and societal

structures and mores. Older adults will also discuss with

their peers how these works relate to their own life experi-

ences and accumulated knowledge.

ENGL E22, Short Story for Older Adults

This course is designed for older adults who want to

explore literature, such as the works of Milton, Austen,

Hawthorne, and T.S. Eliot, as well as short stories from

Latin America, America, Europe, and Africa, and discuss it

with their peers. This course allows older adults to experi-

ence a wide range of classic and contemporary literature

in a social setting and relate that content and emotion to

their own personal life experiences.

ENGL E23, Shakespeare for Older Adults

This course allows older adults to study and discuss selected

plays by William Shakespeare and his contemporaries with

their peers. Older adults will experience or re-experience

the emotional and dramatic content in Shakespeare’s clas-

sic works in light of their current life situations, and discuss

the concerns of the human heart from the height of pas-

sion to the depths of despair.

ENGL E24, Bible as Literature for Older Adults

This course introduces older adults to a wide variety of

interpretations of biblical literature, encouraging students

to offer interpretations based on their own knowledge and

life experiences.

ENGL E25, Literature: The American Novel

for Older Adults

This course assists older adults in analyzing American nov-

els, discussing them with their peers, and renewing their

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ciples of anatomy and fitness, showing older adults how

to improve their cardiovascular health, muscle strength,

endurance, flexibility, posture and balance. Principles of

good nutrition also will be covered. Students explore

movement strategies that are particularly helpful for older

adults. Included are proper concepts and methods for

warm-ups, stretching, low-impact aerobic activity, cool-

downs, strength training and balance work. Students learn

how to avoid falls and safely accommodate physical condi-

tions and challenges. Students create a customized per-

sonal fitness and conditioning plan to suit their individual

needs and physical challenges.

HEALTH E25, Strength and Stamina Training

Principles and Practices for Older Adults

This course focuses on how strength training and stamina

building strategies help to promote health, safety and vital-

ity in older adults. Principles of basic anatomy and physiol-

ogy are covered. The course explores how older adults can

maintain or improve their health and stamina through

strength training using free weights, resistance devices

and fitness techniques. The course emphasizes safe ways to

start and maintain a program to increase strength, improve

stamina and sustain bone density. Principles of good nutri-

tion and stress management are included. Students create

a personal fitness and strength training plan based on their

individual needs and physical challenges.

HEALTH E30, Personal Safety – Fall Prevention

for Older Adults

This course is designed to help students avoid falls, which

are the most frequent cause of serious injury in older

adults. The course focuses on how, when and where falls

frequently occur; how to maintain mobility, and how to

improve and recover one’s balance. Students will create an

individualized activity program to improve balance, endur-

ance, strength and flexibility.

HEALTH E34, Stress Reduction through Yoga

for Older Adults

This course offers older adults a range of strategies and

techniques to reduce and manage stress in their lives. It

includes stress reduction methods such as positive think-

ing, breathing exercises, meditation, humor, diet and

exercise. Learn how to practice asanas: standing, seated,

supine (lying down), and/or inverted poses together with

focus and conscious breathing to improve your overall

health and well-being. Induce relaxation and support your

energetic and emotional balance. The course also helps

students establish peer support groups to help maintain

their stress reduction skills.

HEALTH E38, Joint Health and Mobility

for Older Adults

This course helps older adults with chronic joint pain or

mobility problems to attain and maintain physical strength,

mobility and flexibility. Older adults with arthritis and/

or other minor physical limitations will learn about the

function of joints in the human body and techniques to

move effectively without joint stress. Students create an

individual plan for mobility and physical fitness.

course is also a forum for older adults to share their cre-

ative voices with peers.

Health & Conditioning

HEALTH E21, Yoga Health and Safety,

Principles and Practices for Older Adults

This course focuses on the history, principles and practices

of yoga. Designed to promote health and safety among

older adults, it focuses on yoga principles and practices to

enhance the health of older adults through improved flex-

ibility, balance, range of motion, strength, lung capacity

and circulation. Some course sections may focus on spe-

cific yogic methods. Some sections may include therapeutic

applications of yoga to address specific health challenges

for older adults. Students will be encouraged to share their

physical, mental and emotional challenges in a supportive

environment specifically for older adults. These challenges

will then be addressed within the coursework. Students

will create a Daily Personal Yoga Health Plan integrating

their own personal therapeutic yoga applications. Students

will be encouraged to practice daily, creating opportunities

to rehabilitate challenges. The course is designed to help

students to use yoga methods such as postures, breathing

techniques, meditation, and visualization to enhance their

confidence, health, and overall feeling of well being.

HEALTH E22, Chi Gong Principles and Practices

for Older Adults

This course is designed to enhance the health and safety of

older adults through use of the principles and techniques

of Chi Gong. Based on Chinese philosophy and healing

concepts, the course will include the history, theory and

practice of Chi Gong, including both the Wu School and

Yang Style. Included are such Chinese philosophies as Yin

and Yang, the Eight Directions, and Five Element theory

and their applications to healthy living. Students work at

their own level to improve tone, strength, flexibility and

balance. Lectures, films, texts and discussions will explore

the theory and practice of this traditional Chinese method

for health and healing. Students will analyze which strate-

gies best meet their needs, and create an individual health

plan integrating Chi Gong techniques into their daily lives.

HEALTH E23, T’ai Chi Principles and Practices

for Older Adults

This course offers an overview of the history, philosophy

and techniques of the Chinese energy balancing health

practice T’ai Chi Ch’uan. With a focus on enhancing healthy

aging for older adults, the course offers strategies for

improving balance and posture; increasing flexibility and

endurance, reducing stress, and promoting relaxation and

mindfulness. The course shows older adults how to avoid

injury, conserve energy and use the body in an ergonomic

manner. Students will create a personal health plan inte-

grating T’ai Chi principles and techniques into their daily

lives.

HEALTH E24, Physical Fitness Principles and Practices

for Older Adults

This course focuses on physical fitness and conditioning

principles to help older adults maintain or improve their

health, safety and independence. It covers basic prin-

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HUMDEV E24, Bereavement Support

for Older Adults

This course helps older adults in the resolution of grief

and toward a more positive view or reaction to the death

of a loved one. The course provides older adults with a

variety of alternative methods of dealing with loss in a

small group setting. Older adults share their grief with

others, receive encouragement and moral support, and

learn about the natural grieving process, as well as how

to heal and rebuild their lives.

HUMDEV E25, Dealing with Hearing Impairment

for Older Adults

This course helps older adults with hearing impairments

improve their communication skills and adaptive tech-

niques and increase their levels of sociability and self-confi-

dence. Older adults learn the study of speech, lip reading,

body language, and auditory clues.

HUMDEV E27, Enhancing Memory Skills

for Older Adults

This course assists older adults in minimizing anxiety when

memory behavior patterns change. The ultimate goal of

the class is to stimulate thinking and to exercise the brain.

Older adults learn the latest information on the causes,

symptoms, and treatments of memory loss in older adults,

as well as practice skills to enhance memory retention and

retrieval.

HUMDEV E28, Communication After a Stroke

for Older Adults (Computer Based)

This course helps older adults with aphasia reconstruct

their language comprehension and communication skills

and gain greater self-confidence in their ability to under-

stand and communicate with others. The course introduc-

es older adult aphasics to a computer software program

that can help them improve their language and reading

comprehension, memory, verbal reasoning skills, and

attention span. The course allows older adults to experi-

ment with language comprehension software before pur-

chasing it for use at home.

HUMDEV E50, Communication After a Stroke

for Older Adults

This course increases, enhances, and maintains the daily

speech function of older adults who have experienced

psychological or speech impairments due to brain damage.

Older adults learn to cope with the effects on speech of

stroke or other brain damage, get support from those in

similar situations, and help from professionals after hospi-

tal therapy is over.

Human Relations

PSYCH E33, Living as a Single Person

for Older Adults

This course assists older adults who are facing a change in

their lifestyle because they are now single. Older adults

explore topics such as dealing with isolation, ageism,

depression, eating patterns, and social interactions. The

course assists older adults in making the necessary transi-

HEALTH E63, Body Conditioning After a Stroke

for Older Adults

This course helps older adults who have experienced a

stroke to maintain or improve their mobility and physical

endurance through an individualized program offered in a

group setting. Topics include how to cope with the effects

of stroke and how to restore the student’s natural energy

and flexibility, including strategies to regain and maintain

physical fitness. Participation allows older adults to be

included in their community and maintain their indepen-

dence, and it also helps them to self-advocate and engage

in activities that benefit their health.

Human Development

HUMDEV E06, Enjoy Life – Understanding Our Mind,

Body & Brain for Older Adults

This course familiarizes older adults with the aging pro-

cess, including physiological, psychological, and sociologi-

cal aspects. Older adults become more comfortable with

changes in themselves and others over time, and learn

to celebrate the benefits of a longer life. Older adults

also learn new coping strategies and explore issues fac-

ing adults of all ages, including conflicts, stereotypes, age

bias, loss, and change.

HUMDEV E15, Senior Studies for Older Adults

This seminar provides a supportive environment for older

adults to discuss with their peers a variety of topics of inter-

est to seniors, including the study of aging, public policy

related to older adults, philosophy, literature, music and

musicals, or religion. The course is designed to allow older

adults to relate any of these topics to their life experiences

and socialize with others in similar stages of life. Specific

topics may vary from semester to semester and may include

the history of comedy, the great American songbook, etc.

HUMDEV E17, Senior Seminar for Older Adults

This seminar provides a supportive atmosphere for discus-

sions about a variety of topics of interest to older adults.

Topics may include philosophy, music, laughter as good

medicine, legislation that affects older adults, and others.

For example, in a seminar focused on philosophy, older

adults might explore philosophical sources and connections

between ideas, values, and concepts that are relevant to

older adults’ life experiences. In a seminar focused on musi-

cal performance, older adults might be exposed to differ-

ent performers, composers, and musicians and engage in

stimulating discussions about music, performers’ lives, the

ways in which music and art can enrich one’s life, and so

forth. Regardless of the specific topic, this seminar provides

a space for older adults to socialize with their peers and

validate their life experiences while gaining exposure to

mentally stimulating content.

HUMDEV E21, Life Experience for Older Adults

This course assists older adults in evaluating their lives and

starting a positive life review process. Older adults will look

back at their accomplishments, failures, and satisfying life

experiences, and will share these memories with their peers

in a constructive and supportive atmosphere.

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chorus while keeping their concentration and lung capacity

at a peak.

MUSIC E51, Piano and Theory for Older Adults

This course is intended to enhance the enjoyment of cre-

ating music among older adults and enhance their ability

to express themselves through music. Older adults learn

to play piano music at their own level and pace, and par-

ticipate in group discussions with peers. Older adults also

learn musical skills and concepts and develop their ability

to play piano music.

Music Appreciation

MUSIC E30: Opera Appreciation for Older Adults

This course helps older adults understand and appreci-

ate opera as a music form and provides opportunities for

socialization through shared interests. Older adults learn

about the creative aspects, history, and development of

opera. The course includes operatic experiences, live pro-

ductions, and other opportunities for mental stimulation

and peer group socialization.

MUSIC E32, Music Appreciation for Older Adults

This course helps older adults understand how music can

enhance their life experiences by learning more about

music styles, composition, performance, and historical

periods. Older adults listen to and discuss musical selec-

tions and composers’ biographies; expand their musical

knowledge and understanding of different types of music,

including orchestral, jazz, indigenous, and film music; and

explore different aspects of musical performance by com-

paring different performers’ recordings of the same piece.

MUSIC E33, Art and Music of Western Culture

for Older Adults

This course provides older adults with a telescopic look at

the development of music in western culture. Older adults

learn how musical experiences can continue to enhance

and stimulate their lives, and explore the origins and devel-

opment of western music from major historical periods.

Older adults listen to and discuss western music with their

peers, learn about musical style, form, and composers, and

share ways in which western music has influenced their

lives.

Political Science

POL SC E00, Current Events for Older Adults

This course increases older adults’ understanding of local,

national, and international current affairs and how it

affects their lives as well as the world around them. Older

adults consider the political, economic, and social move-

ments that determine domestic and foreign policies in the

United States and around the world.

tions and adjustments to live a happy and successful life as

an older single person.

Music Performance

MUSIC E00, Concert Band for Older Adults

This course reinforces older adults’ love of performing

music in public and provides a structure for them to express

themselves and participate in a performance group during

their later years. Older adults also experience the physical

benefits of deep breathing and head, eye, and ear coordi-

nation that result from playing a musical instrument. The

course mentally stimulates older adults to concentrate

on a wide variety of musical score, memorize parts, and

problem solve in front of an audience.

MUSIC E03, ”The Merits” – Vocal Ensemble

for Older Adults

This course provides older adults with an opportunity

to express themselves musically, perform in community

events, gain a sense of belonging to a creative peer group,

and continue their life experiences in music. The course

also helps older adults improve their vocal performance

skills, rehearsal techniques, and general knowledge of

music.

MUSIC E04, Voice Training for Older Adults

This course provides a venue for older adults to discover

or strengthen their musical creativity, personal vocal skill,

performance standards, and self-confidence. Older adults

will learn to sing and build or renew a repertoire of songs

while strengthening their ability to express themselves

vocally.

MUSIC E06, Gospel Community Chorus

for Older Adults

This course introduces older adults to gospel music, litera-

ture, and singing techniques with the goal of performing

throughout the community. The course provides a venue

for older adult students to express themselves through gos-

pel music, gain knowledge of the history of gospel music,

build or rebuild their self-confidence as soloists or group

performers, and interact with a group of creative peers.

MUSIC E10, Spanish Folk Singing

for Older Adults

This course provides older adults (primarily those with a

working knowledge of the Spanish language) with an

opportunity to practice and perform music in Spanish from

around the world. Older adult students are introduced to

Spanish music, literature, and singing techniques from their

own and other cultures, and encouraged to express them-

selves through Spanish folk songs.

MUSIC E34, Lyric Chorus for Older Adults

This course provides older adults with a musical growth

experience, opportunities to enhance their self-esteem and

sense of belonging, and a way to express their creativity

and interact with peers. Older adults rehearse and perform

three-part arrangements of classics, Broadway hits, and

ragtime music, and learn to be positive contributors to the

sound, appearance, and artistic personality of a performing

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Theater Arts

TH ART E01, Principles of Acting

for Older Adults

This course allows older adults to explore the human con-

dition in historical and contemporary dramatic literature,

fairy tales, myths, and legends, satire, and parody. By learn-

ing how to analyze and interpret these texts, older adults

will be able to craft the characters that inhabit these sto-

ries. Through the transformative process of creativity, older

adults improve their acting skills and participate in a public

performance, which builds self-confidence and self esteem.

TH ART E02, Theater Arts Appreciation for Older

Adults

This course expands older adults’ knowledge of play pro-

duction methods and the history of the theater as it relates

to current society and the life experiences of older adults.

Older adults will learn about theater production from the

viewpoint of the director, actor, critic, and viewer.

TH ART E05, Reader’s Theater for Older Adults

This course increases older adults’ knowledge of how to

present dramatic literature and allows them to express

themselves by reading scenes, poetry, illuminating litera-

ture, or speeches in front of an audience. Older adults also

interpret plays and practice acting skills with their peers.

This course expands older adults’ experience with dramatic

literature without requiring perfect recall from memory.

TH ART E30, Dramatic Interpretation Through

Movies for Older Adults

This course helps older adults explore the art, technology,

language and appreciation of film from the point of view

of the older adult. Older adult students analyze the fun-

damentals of film production as a means of encouraging

mental stimulation and peer socialization. Film examples

are shown in class for comparison and discussion.