Course Descriptions FREN-175 Special Studies in Francophone Culture: France
2 units LEC 8-9/LAB 72-81
Designed to develop historical and cultural awareness through individualized study, lectures, and class excursions, French 175 provides an opportunity for students to encounter French culture in francophone settings. To be offered in France, primarily during semester breaks and vacation periods. Prerequisite: None. AA/AS General Education: C--Transfers to CSU only--CSU Area(s): C2--
FREN-201
4 units
Intermediate French I
LEC 64-72
A continuation of FREN-102, this course introduces more advanced grammar and vocabulary, with more emphasis on oral and written communication in response to level-appropriate readings in francophone culture and civilization. Formal compositional strategies are introduced. Prerequisite: FREN102 (with a grade of C or better) or three years high school French. AA/AS General Education: C--Transfers to both UC/CSU--IGETC Area(s): 3B, 6A--CSU Area(s): C2--
FREN-202
4 units
Intermediate French II
LEC 64-72
A continuation of FREN-201, this course emphasizes advanced grammar and vocabulary, with major emphasis on effective oral communication at a high-intermediate level.Formal composition in response to more advanced readings in francophone culture and civilization is stressed. Prerequisite: FREN-201 (with a grade of C or better) or four years of high school French. AA/ AS General Education: C--Transfers to both UC/CSU--IGETC Area(s): 3B-CSU Area(s): C2--
FREN-299 Special Projects: French
1-3 units IS 16-54
Students with previous course work in the program may do special projects that involve research and special study. The actual nature of the project must be determined in consultation with the supervising instructor. May be taken 3 times for credit. Prerequisite: Previous French classes; a contract must be completed with the instructor prior to enrollment. Transfers to CSU only
Geography GEOG-080
.5 unit
GIS Practicum
LAB 24-27
This Geographic Information Systems computer laboratory course offers students an opportunity to access GIS software, improve their conceptual and technical GIS skills, and work one-on-one with an instructor or a GIS lab assistant. The GIS Practicum is designed for students who are concurrently enrolled in GEOG-105, GEOG-115, GEOG-120, GEOG-125, and GEOG-130. May be taken 4 times for credit. Prerequisite: None. Recommended Preparation: CSIS-101 or working knowledge of MS Windows programs. Not transferable
GEOG-101
3 units
Physical Geography
LEC 48-54
Physical Geography is the study of the physical environment of the earth’s surface and human interaction with that environment. Emphasis is given to global patterns of climate, ecosystems, hydrology, plate tectonics, and various processes of land formation. Controversial topics, such as global warming, introduce students to concerns we have as inhabitants of this planet. A field trip is required. Prerequisite: None. AA/AS General Education: A--Transfers to both UC/CSU--IGETC Area(s): 5A--CSU Area(s): B1--
GEOG-102
3 units
Cultural Geography
LEC 48-54
This course offers students an understanding of global cultural diversity and humans as agents of change with emphasis on cultural elements of the human habitat. Students are introduced to the geographical aspects of population distribution, socioeconomic conditions, rural and urban settlement patterns, cultural landscapes, and local ecosystems. Global patterns of distinct cultural characteristics, such as language, religions and political organization, are presented. A field trip is required. Prerequisite: None. AA/AS General Education: B2--Transfers to both UC/CSU--IGETC Area(s): 4E--CSU Area(s): D5--
GEOG-104 Physical Geography Lab
1 unit LAB 48-54
This laboratory course focuses on application of the principles of physical geography and is offered for students who have taken or are currently enrolled in an introduction to physical geography. Laboratory exercises include basic map skills, weather and climate, earth materials, geomorphology, fluid agents and erosion. Prerequisite/Corequisite: GEOG-101 (with a grade of C or better). AA/AS General Education: A--Transfers to both UC/CSU--IGETC Area(s): 5A--CSU Area(s): B3--
GEOG-105
3 units
Introduction to Cartography
LEC 48-54
This course introduces the student to the cartographic principles of map production and interpretation. Topics covered are the history of map making, symbolic standards, layout aesthetics, geographic coordinates and projections, map scales, map accuracy, and computer assisted mapping. Students will create hand drawn maps and digital maps in geographic information systems (GIS). Cartographic skills are useful to students preparing for degrees in the natural, physical, social and behavioral sciences. Prerequisite: None. AA/AS General Education: A--Transfers to both UC/CSU
GEOG-108
3 units
World Regional Geography
LEC 48-54
A global survey of world cultural regions presents students with basic geographic concepts and ideas for studying and comparing cultural traditions, resources, economies, landscapes, and origins.The interaction of countries and regions, their global roles, issues of globalization and the conflicting pressures of cultural diversity are discussed. Contrasts between developed and underdeveloped countries are explored. Prerequisite: None. AA/AS General Education: B2 or F--Transfers to both UC/CSU-IGETC Area(s): 4E--CSU Area(s): D5--
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