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SECTION IV

ASSOCIATE DEGREE

REQUIREMENTS

THE ASSOCIATE DEGREES

Pasadena City College offers four paths leading to an Associate degree: One leads to the Associate in Science degree and three lead to the Associate in Arts degree. The Associate degrees include three components:

1) General Education Requirements: a broad exposure to a variety of areas

2) Major Preparation: an in-depth study of a particular field

3) Electives: courses selected by a student to meet the required units for a degree

These are the rules pertaining to degrees:

• All of the Associate degrees require at least sixty (60) units.

• Upon completion of requirements, a student either will be granted an Associate in Arts and/or an Associate in Science degree.

• Students may earn only one Associate in Science degree.

• Students may earn multiple Associate in Arts degrees as long they complete the major requirements for the various degrees.

• RESPONSIBILITY FOR FILING A PETITION FOR GRADUATION RESTS WITH THE STUDENT, AND ALL TRANSCRIPTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND PRIOR COLLEGE WORK ATTEMPTED MUST BE ON FILE FOR THE PETITION TO BE CONSIDERED.

• File the petition for graduation in the Counseling Department by the published deadline date.

CATALOG RIGHTS

When graduation requirements are revised, a student with continuous enrollment may graduate under the new requirements or the requirements in effect at the time of the student’s initial enrollment. Continuous enrollment is defined as attending PCC at least one semester during each academic year without missing two consecutive semesters. A student whose first term of enrollment at Pasadena City College is the Summer of 2009 may elect to graduate under the provisions of the 2008-2009 Catalog if he/she maintains continuous enrollment. Students whose first term is the Fall of 2009, or any term thereafter, must follow the provisions of the appropriate subsequent Catalog.

PHILOSOPHY OF GENERAL EDUCATION

General education requirements guide the student toward an intelligent understanding of the whole self and of the physical and social world. These requirements encourage the student to explore different areas of human inquiry not only to gain a basic understanding of these areas, but also to comprehend and use the principles, methods, values and thought processes of these disciplines. These explorations include an examination of the physical universe, its life forms and natural phenomena, human behavior and artistic and creative accomplishments. Basic to these studies and to the student’s effectiveness in society is the capacity to think clearly, logically and analytically; to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; to perform quantitative functions; to find information; and to examine and evaluate that information using critical thinking skills.

After completing the general education requirements, the graduate should have the skills, knowledge, and insights to evaluate and appreciate the physical environment, culture, and society. To promote these skills and knowledge, Pasadena City College has developed Institutional Learning Outcomes and Competencies. The major areas of knowledge and skills that these outcomes seek to address are found on PAGE 17 of this Catalog.

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

The Associate in Arts is awarded in the following disciplines:

• Business

• Communication Arts

• Engineering and Technology

• English – Literature

• Gender, Ethnicity, and Multicultural Studies

• Humanities

• Kinesiology and Wellness

• Music

• Natural Sciences

• Social and Behavioral Sciences

• Speech Communication

The Associate in Arts is awarded by Pasadena City College in recognition of completion of a minimum of 60 units which include the following:

• Major or area of emphasis

• One of the following general education patterns:

a. PCC’s own AA general education pattern, which is detailed in the section below.

b. The CSU General Education Requirements (CSU Breadth) detailed on page 90.

c. The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) detailed on page 87.

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS:

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. A minimum of 60 units, 18 of which must be in one major or area of emphasis.

2. Only courses numbered 1-99 may be counted toward the 60 units.

3. All competency and general educational requirements must be completed.

4. A minimum grade point average of 2.00 must be obtained in courses numbered 1 to 99 completed at PCC and in comparable courses completed at other regionally accredited institutions.

5. At least 15 units of the required 60 units, in courses numbered 1-99, must be completed at PCC. No more than 6 units may be transferred from another college if earned after the student’s last enrollment at PCC.

6. Courses may not be counted more than once to meet the general education requirements (Areas A-G). A course may be used to satisfy the requirements of a major as well as the general education requirements, but the units shall count only once.

7. The AA general education pattern explained below does not prepare students for transfer. Students who intend to transfer to a CSU, UC, or private school are advised to complete the CSU general education requirements, IGETC, or the unique general education pattern of the private school.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

1. Reading – One course (with grade C or better) from the following: English 1A, 1C, 14, 100, 130, any English course which fulfills Area C (Humanities), or by satisfactory score on equivalency exam.

2. Written Expression – One course (with grade C or better) from the following: English 1A or by satisfactory score on equivalency exam.

3. Mathematics – Complete one course (with grade C or better) from one of the following: Business 14A, 14B, Computer Science 45, Mathematics 131, 133AB, 134AB, 139, or a Math course that fulfills the general education requirement in Critical Thinking, Statistics 15, 18, 50, or by satisfactory score on an equivalency exam.

4. Diversity – Complete three units in courses designated as either “Global Studies” or “Ethnic and Gender Studies” as listed in this College Catalog starting on page 82.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

A. Natural Sciences (lecture and lab must be in the same discipline.) 3 units

Anatomy 25

Anthropology 1and 1L

Astronomy 1

Biology 1A, 1B, 1C, 2, 3, 4, 11, 14, 16, 30, 37, 38, 39, 40

Chemistry 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 8A, 8B, 10 and 10L, 22

Geography 1and 1L

Geology 1, 1F, 2, 2F, 3, 3F, 4 and 40, 6, 8,

12 and 12 F or 12L, 16 and 40, 22 and 40,

30A-M, 40

Microbiology 2

Physical Science 3 and 3L, 37

Physics 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A, 2B, 10 and 10L, 31A, 31B

Physiology 1, 2A, 2B

B. Social and Behavioral Sciences..................... 3 units

Anthropology 1, 1L, 2, 3, 4, 5, 12, 31

Communication 1

Economics 1A, 1B

English 12

Geography 2, 3, 5, 10

History 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 5A, 5B, 7A, 7B, 8, 9A, 9B, 12, 16, 18, 19, 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D, 25F, 25I, 27A, 27B, 29A, 29B, 30, 31, 38, 41, 50

Linguistics 12, 14

Political Science 1, 2, 6, 7, 21, 22

Psychology 1, 2, 5, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 31, 33, 41

Sociology 1, 2, 14, 15, 16, 22, 24, 25, 29, 31, 41

C. Humanities........................................................ 3 units

American Sign Language 10A, 10B

Arabic 1, 2

Armenian 1, 2

Architecture 24A, 24B

Art 1A, 1B, 2, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 5, 7, 8, 9

Chinese 1, 2, 2A, 3, 4, 10, 12, 22

Dance 21A, 21B

English 1B, 5A, 5B, 9, 10, 11, 12, 24, 25A, 25C, 25D, 25E, 25F, 25G, 25H, 25I, 25J, 26, 30A, 30B, 30C, 44A, 44B, 44C, 45A, 45B, 46A, 46B, 47, 48, 49A, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 57, 59, 60, 61, 78A, 78B, 82A, 82B, 82C

French 1, 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 10

German 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10

Greek 1, 2

Hebrew 1, 2, 3

Humanities 1, 2, 3, 4

Italian 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 12, 50

Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 12

Latin 1, 2

Linguistics 10, 11, 12

Music 7A, 7B, 21, 22, 23, 24A, 24B, 25, 26, 27, 28

Philosophy 1, 3, 7, 8, 20A, 20B, 31, 37

Portuguese 1, 2, 3, 4

Religious Studies 1, 2, 3

Russian 1, 2, 3, 4, 11

Spanish 1, 2, 2A, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 6B, 12, 25, 42A, 42B, 44A, 44B,

Theater Arts 5, 7A, 7B

D. Language and

Rationality............................... 9 units… 3 units each

1. English Composition.......................................... 3 units

English 1A, 1B

2. Oral Communication........................................... 3 units

Speech 1, 10

3. Critical Thinking................................................. 3 units

**Business 14A, 14B

Computer Information Systems 62

Computer Science 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 43, 45

English 1C

**Mathematics 3, 5A, 5B, 5C, 8, 9, 10, 12, 15, 22, 38, 55

Philosophy 25, 30, 33

Physical Science 2

Speech 6, 12

**Statistics 15, 18, and 50

**These courses also meet the mathematics competency requirement

E. American Institutions....................................... 6 units

1. History 7A, 7B, 25A, 25B, 29A, 29B, 31,

or 41..................................................................... 3 units

AND

2. Political Science 1................................................ 3 units

F. Health Education................................................ 2 units

Biology 19

Counseling 12

Health Education 2A, 2E, 44

Nutrition 11

G. Physical Activity................................................ 2 units

A maximum of 4 units of Physical Education Activity or Dance (Dance 21A and 21B are excluded) may be counted toward the degree. Music 61 may be substituted for 1 unit of PE activity each semester. Exemption is granted if the student has a physical limitation and submits a physician’s recommendation which is approved by PCC Health Services.

MAJOR OR AREA OF EMPHASIS REQUIREMENTS:

Major or Area of Emphasis................................... 18 units

minimum

Choose a major or area of emphasis from among the choices listed below:

PLEASE NOTE: The courses that universities and colleges require for transfer vary. When selecting courses for transfer purposes, students should consult with Counseling Services to determine the particular transfer requirements of specific transfer institutions.

Business

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Division(s): Business and Computer Technology

This area of emphasis is primarily intended to prepare students to transfer to a university and earn a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. The study of Business gives the student an understanding of the social and economic environment in which we live and provides a common body of knowledge for all students who specialize in any business field. It is the purpose of this area of emphasis to develop in students the interpersonal, technical, and managerial competence necessary for successful performance in business, industry, government, and education. Students who choose this field of study will accomplish several objectives. The first of these is to prepare for lifelong professional careers in commerce, finance and industry, as well as for management careers in the public and non-profit sectors. A second objective is to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to obtain professional, entry level positions in one or another functional area of the business enterprise, or in some particular field of business. The primary objective, however, is transfer in the field of Business Administration. Specialized options in a bachelors’ degree program such as accounting, finance, entrepreneurship, information systems, and other specializations are widely available in CSU, UC, and private schools.

Requirements for the area of emphasis (18 units minimum)

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1-99. Students must complete at least 18 units chosen from the courses listed below:

Acctg 1A Financial Accounting 4 units

Acctg 1B Managerial Accounting 4

Bus 2 Financial Management 3

Bus 9 Introduction to Business 3

Bus 10 Introduction to Managemen 3

Bus 11A Business Communications 3

Bus 12A Business Law 3

Bus 12B Business Law 3

Bus 14A Mathematical Analysis 4

for Business - Finite

Bus 14B Mathematical Analysis 4

for Business – Calculus

Bus 16 Office Machines 2

CIS 1 Introduction to Computers 3

or CIS 10 or Introduction to Info

Systems and Programming

or BIT 25 or Survey of Computer

Technology in Business

Econ 1A Principles of Economics 3

Econ 1B Principles of Economics 3

Math 5A Calculus 5

Stat 15 Statistics for Business and

Economics 4

or 50 or Elementary Statistics

Communication Arts

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Division(s): Performing and Communication Arts, Visual Arts and Media Studies, English

This area of emphasis is intended to align with preparation for transfer to universities in such majors as Art, Communication, English, Journalism, Television and Radio, Theatre Arts, and other similar fields of study. Communicating well and understanding the communication process are essential to professional success in many fields. People communicate to influence, to persuade, and to express. Learning to communicate effectively is one important reason for the study of Communication Arts. Studying the communication process helps one understand how the human mind works. Analyzing the messages in advertisements, television programs, and political speeches helps one to understand our society. Studying communication in everyday relationships, groups, and organizations shows us how these systems are created and maintained. Areas of study include face-to-face interaction, group process, organizational communication, rhetoric, advocacy, intercultural communication, political communication, and performance studies. Communication Arts students can expect to develop skills essential for leadership and career development, and for understanding and interpreting events.

Requirements for the area of emphasis (18 units minimum)

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1-99. Students must complete 18 units with at least 3 units in three of the disciplines listed below.

Art/Design:

Art 1A History of Western Art 3 units

Art 1B History of Western Art 3

Art 11A Foundation Drawing 3

Art 15 Sketching for Design 3

Art 16 Perspective 3

Art 18 Rendering 3

Art 24 Printmaking – Silk Screen 3

Art 31A Color and Composition-

Two Dimensional Design 3

Art 31B Design – Advanced Two

Dimensional 3

Art 32A Design - Three Dimensional 3

Art 34A Crafts – Materials and Processes 3

Art 40 Introduction to Digital Tools 3

Art 50A Introduction to Advertising

Graphic Design 3

Art 50B Intermediate Advertising/

Graphic Design 3

Art 50C Advanced Advertising/

Graphic Design 3

Art 51A Lettering Fundamentals 3

Art 51B Lettering and Typography 3

Art 52 Illustration 3

Art 56 Computer Assisted Drawing

& Painting 3

Communication:

Comm 1 Survey of Mass Communication 3

English:

Engl 3 Technical Writing – Advanced

Composition 3

Engl 5A Creative Writing 3

Engl 5B Creative Writing 3

Engl 6 Short Story Writing 3

Engl 7 Inscape Magazine Publication 3

Engl 8 Writing Poetry 3

Engl 9 Creative Nonfiction 3

Engl 10 Introduction to Linguistics 3

Engl 11 History of English Language 3

Engl 12 Intercultural Communication 3

Engl 15 The Research Paper 1

Engl 24 A Literature in Translation 3

Engl 25A Interpreting Modern Literature 3

Engl 25C Women in Literature 3

Engl 25D Science Fiction and Fantasy 3

Engl 25E Literature of Horror

(Gothic Novel) 3

Engl 25F Comedy and Literature 3

Engl 25G Mystery and Crime Fiction 3

Engl 25H American Journeys 3

Engl 25I Post-Colonial Literatures 3

Engl 25J Utopian and Dystopian

Literature 3

Engl 26 Introduction to Literary

Theory and Criticism 3

Engl 30A American Literature 3

Engl 30B American Literature 3

Engl 30C American Literature 3

Engl 34 Major Novelist 1

Engl 35 Major Dramatist 1

Engl 36 Major Poet 1

Engl 37 Major Critic 1

Engl 44A World Literature: Antiquity

to 1500 3

Engl 44B World Literature:

1500-1800 AD 3

Engl 44C World Literature: 1800 -

Mid 20th Century 3

Engl 45A Literature of the Bible 3

Engl 45B Literature of the Bible 3

Engl 46A English Literature 3

Engl 46B English Literature 3

Engl 47 Mexican and Chicano

Literature 3

Engl 48 Asian Literature 3

Engl 49A Film as Dramatic Literature 3

Engl 49B Film as Dramatic Literature 3

Engl 50 Afro-American Literature 3

Engl 51 Native American Mythology

and Literature 3

Engl 52 Asian American Literature 3

Engl 53 Interpreting Poetry 3

Engl 54 California Literature 3

Engl 57 Modern Drama 3

Engl 59 Children’s Literature 3

Engl 60 Masterpieces of Drama 3

Engl 61 Introduction to the Novel 3

Engl 78A Introduction to Shakespeare 3

Engl 78B Introduction to Shakespeare 3

Engl 82A Introduction to Mythology 3

Engl 82B Introduction to Mythology 3

Engl 82C Introduction to Mythology 3

Journalism:

Journ 2 Beginning Journalism 3

Journ 4A Reporting and Newswriting 3

Journ 4B Reporting and Newswriting 3

Journ 5 Magazine and Small

Publications 3

Journ 6 Journalistic Writing 3

Journ 7A Newswriting and Make-up 4

Journ 7B Newswriting and Make-up 4

Journ 9 Public Relations and

Organizational Communication 3

Journ 21 Beginning Press Photography 3

Journ 22 Advanced Press Photography 3

Journ 23 Photojournalism 3

Photography:

Photo 21 Elementary Photography 3

Photo 22A Black and White Large Format

Fine Art Photography 3

Photo 22B Color Large Format Fine Arts

Photography 3

Photo 23A Color Photography 3

Photo 23B Advanced Color Photography 3

Photo 24A Experimental Photography 3

Photo 24B Experimental Photography 3

Photo 25 Film Art 3

Photo 26A Beginning Filmmaking –

Electronic 3

Photo 26B Intermediate Filmmaking –

Electronic 3

Photo 26C Advanced Filmmaking 3

Photo 27 Cinematography 3

Photo 30 Introduction to Electronic

Darkroom Imaging 3

Photo 31 Beginning Digital Photography 3

Speech:

Speech 2 Persuasion 3

Speech 3 Voice and Diction 3

Speech 4 Oral Interpretation 3

Speech 5A Competitive Speech 1

Speech 5B Forensics 1

Speech 6 Argumentation and Debate 3

Speech 8 Readers’ Theatre 3

Speech 9 Communication and Group

Leadership 3

Speech 12 Argumentation and Critical

Thinking 3

Television and Radio:

TVR 1 Survey of Telecommunications 3

TVR 2A Fundamentals of Audio for

Media 3

TVR 2B Radio Broadcast Master Control

Operations 3

TVR 7 Radio Controls Laboratory 3

TVR 12 Announcing and Performing

in Electronic Media 3

TVR 14A Production Techniques for

Electronic Media 3

TVR 14B Advanced Radio Production 3

TVR 15 Introduction to Radio and

Television Writing 3

TVR 16A Television Production 3

TVR 16B Television Production 3

TVR 17A Television and Film Script

Writing 3

TVR 17B Television and Film Script

Writing 3

TVR 18 Radio and Television

Newswriting 3

TVR 19 Television and Society 3

TVR 21 Electronics Media Management 3

TVE 24 Electronics News Gathering

and Editing 3

Theatre Arts:

Thart 2A Acting Fundamentals 3

Thart 2B Intermediate Acting 3

Thart 2C Advanced Acting Fundamentals 3

Thart 4A Mime Fundamentals 3

Thart 4B Mime for the Actor 3

Thart 5 History of Theatre Arts 3

Thart 6 Play Writing 3

Thart 8 Voice and Movement for the

Performer 3

Thart 10A Makeup for Stage and Screen 1

Thart 10B Advanced Makeup for Stage

and Screen 1

Thart 12A Technical Theatre 4

Thart 12B Advanced Technical Theatre 4

Thart 13 Introduction to Scenic Design 4

Thart 15 Costume Crafts 4

Thart 26 Improvisation Techniques 2

Thart 29 Rehearsals and Performance 1

Thart 30 Stage Techniques 1

Thart 41 Fundamentals of Stage Lighting 3

Thart 75 Techniques of Musical Theatre 2

Engineering and Technology

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Divisions: Business and Computer Technology, Engineering and Technology, Mathematics, Natural Sciences

The Engineering and Technology area of emphasis allows students the opportunity to pursue multidisciplinary programs of study at the university level. This area of emphasis provides a flexible environment for high-achieving students to study complex engineering disciplines such as architectural engineering, biochemical engineering, computer sciences, electromechanical engineering, mathematics, mechanical engineering, engineering mathematics, engineering physics, and other similar disciplines at CSU, UC, and private universities.

Requirements for the area of emphasis (18 units minimum)

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1-99. Students must complete 18 units with at least 3 units in three of the disciplines listed below.

Architecture:

Arch 10A Architectural Design

Fundamentals 3 units

Arch 10B Design Fundamentals 3

Arch 11 Introduction to Architecture 2

Arch 12A Visual Communications I 3

Arch 12B Visual Communications II 3

Arch 14 Materials and Processes of

Construction 2

Arch 20A Architectural Design 6

Arch 20B Architectural Design 6

Arch 22A Architectural Practice 5

Arch 22B Architectural Practice 5

Arch 24A History of Architecture 3

Arch 24B History of Architecture 3

Computer Information Systems:

CIS 1 Introduction to Computers 3

CIS 2 Introduction to Info Systems

and Programming 3

CIS 10 Introduction to Information

Systems 3

CIS 11 Operating Systems Theory and

Practice 3

CIS 14 C++ Programming 3

CIS 16 Java Programming 3

CIS 22 Introduction to the Internet 3

CIS 30 Networks and Communication 3

CIS 31 Database Systems 3

CIS 36 Introduction to Visual Basic 3

CIS 38 Advanced Visual Basic 3

CIS 40 Unix Administration 3

CIS 50 Survey of E-Commerce/

E-Business Technology 3

CIS 55 Introduction to E-Business

Practices 3

CIS 60 E-Commerce Fundamentals 3

CIS 62 Introduction to Systems

Analysis 3

CIS 64 Structured Programming I

with Cobol 4

CIS 66 Assembly Language

Programming 3

CIS 70 Structured Programming II

with Cobol 4

CIS 74 Introduction to Object

Oriented Systems Analysis

and Design 3

CIS 80 Microcomputer Applications 3

CIS 81 Advanced Microcomputer

Applications 3

Computer Science:

CS 1 Introduction to Computers

and Programming 5

CS 2 Fundamentals of Computer

Science 5

CS 3A Introduction to Object

Oriented Programming in C++ 5

CS 3B Introduction to Object

Oriented Programming in Java 5

CS 4 Programming Languages 3

CS 6 Introduction to Applied Logic

Design 4

CS 8 Fundamentals of Data Structures 4

CS 10 Pascal 4

CS 12 C Programming 3

CS 18 Unix Scripting with Bash 4

CS 38 Introduction to Software

Engineering 5

CS 39 Introduction to Computer

Architecture 4

CS 43 Fortran 4

CS 45 Discrete Structures with

Computer Science Applications 5

CS 50 Introduction to Numerical

Methods 5

CS 66 Assembly language Programming

for the Sciences and

Mathematics 4

CS 80 Seminar in Computer Science

and Computer Engineering 2

Electricity and Electronics:

Eltry 12 Basic Electricity – Electronics 2

Eltrn 9 Principles of DC and AC

Network Analysis 5

Eltrn 15 Computer Aided Electronic

Drafting 3

Eltrn 25 Logic and Microcomputer

Electronics 4

Eltrn 31 Circuit Analysis 5

Eltrn 32 Digital and Control Electronics 4

Engineering:

Engr 1A Surveying 3

Engr 1B Surveying 3

Engr 2 Engineering Graphics 3

Engr 6 Engineering Drawing 2

Engr 10 Introduction to Engineering 1

Engr 14 Materials of Construction 3

Engr 15A Applied Mechanics – Statics 3

Engr 15B Applied Mechanics 3

Engr 16 Engineering Circuits 3

Engr 17 Dynamics 3

Engineering Design Technology:

EDT 8A Engineering Graphics 3

EDT 8B Mechanical Design 3

EDT 8C Design Engineering 3

EDT 17 Construction Drawing Practices 3

Mathematics:

Math 3 College Algebra 4

Math 5A Calculus 5

Math 5B Calculus 5

Math 5C Calculus 5

Math 8 Trigonometry 4

Math 9 Precalculus Mathematics 5

Math 10 Linear Algebra and Applications 5

Math 22 Discrete Mathematics 3

Math 55 Differential Equations 5

Physics:

Phys 1A General Physics 5

Phys 1B General Physics 5

Phys 1C General Physics 5

Phys 1D General Physics 5

Phys 2A General Physics 4

Phys 2B General Physics 4

Phys 31A General Physics 4

Phys 31B General Physics 4

English Literature

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Division(s): English

This area of emphasis is intended to align student course work with preparation for transfer to universities in such majors as English, Literature, Comparative Literature, World Literature, and other similar disciplines in CSU, UC, and private schools. Courses in this major encompass traditional literary history and interpretation as well as cross-cultural inquiry and current theoretical debates. Literature majors are trained in critical reading, writing, and thinking, as well as in literary interpretation. Literature is the study of representation, ideas, language, and culture. As such, it is a source of knowledge and pleasure, as well as a field of study. Literary texts are social documents in artistic form which speak to us as much about historical issues as about aesthetic matters. Literature students learn to think critically and to understand the role that texts play in a given society, past or present.

Requirements for the area of emphasis (18 units minimum)

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1-99. Students must complete English 1C or English 26 and 15 units consisting of courses from at least three of the five categories listed below and including a minimum of two Literary Survey courses.

Literary Survey (2 courses):

Engl 30A American Literature 3 units

Engl 30B American Literature 3

Engl 30C American Literature 3

Engl 44B World Literature: 1500 –

1800 AD 3

Engl 44C World Literature: 1800 –

Mid 20th Century 3

Engl 46A English Literature 3

Engl 46B English Literature 3

Literary Origins:

Engl 44A World Literature: Antiquity to

1500 3

Engl 45A Literature of the Bible 3

Engl 45B Literature of the Bible 3

Engl 78A Introduction to Shakespeare 3

Engl 78B Introduction to Shakespeare 3

Engl 82A Introduction to Mythology 3

Engl 82B Introduction to Mythology 3

Engl 82C Introduction to Mythology 3

Gender and Ethnic Literature:

Engl 24 A Literature in Translation 3

Engl 25C Women in Literature 3

Engl 47 Mexican and Chicano Literature 3

Engl 48 Asian Literature 3

Engl 50 Afro-American Literature 3

Engl 51 Native American Mythology and

Literature 3

Engl 52 Asian American Literature 3

Genre and Modes in Literature:

Engl 25A Interpreting Modern Literature 3

Engl 25D Science Fiction and Fantasy 3

Engl 25E Literature of Horror

(Gothic Novel) 3

Engl 25F Comedy and Literature 3

Engl 25G Mystery and Crime Fiction 3

Engl 49A Film as Dramatic Literature 3

Engl 49B Film as Dramatic Literature 3

Engl 53 Interpreting Poetry 3

Engl 57 Modern Drama 3

Engl 60 Masterpieces of Drama 3

Engl 61 Introduction to the Novel 3

Engl 34 Major Novelist 1

Engl 35 Major Dramatist 1

Engl 36 Major Poet 1

Engl 37 Major Critic 1

Special Topics in Literature:

Engl 25H American Journeys 3

Engl 25I Post-Colonial Literatures 3

Engl 25J Utopian and Dystopian Literature 3

Engl 26 Introduction to Literary Theory

and Criticism 3

Engl 54 California Literature 3

Engl 59 Children’s Literature 3

Gender, Ethnicity, and Multicultural Studies

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Division(s): Performing and Communication Arts, Visual Arts and Media Studies, English, Languages, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences

In this area of emphasis history, culture, and contemporary issues are explored and analyzed through the intersecting perspectives of ethnicity, race, class, and gender. The curriculum combines an interdisciplinary knowledge of our socio-cultural world. Courses are open to all students in the College. Enrollment is encouraged for those who are seriously concerned about diversity and the quality of life in the 21st century. This area of emphasis prepares students for Gender, Ethnicity, and Multicultural Studies; Ethnic Studies; Women’s Studies; and similar disciplines at CSU, UC, and private schools. Fields in which such concerns can find application are teaching, urban planning, social services, politics, recreation, law, the ministry, and many others. Such fields of study typically require advanced degrees.

Requirements for the area of emphasis (18 units minimum)

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1- 99. Students must complete at least one course from at least three of the categories listed below:

Multicultural Studies:

ANTHR 2 Cultural Anthropology 3 units

GEOG 2 Cultural Geography 3

GEOG 3 World Regional Geography 3

ENGL 12 Intercultural Communication 3

ENGL 25I Post-Colonial Literature 3

HIST 8 History of California 3

LING 12 Intercultural Communication 3

MUSIC 23 Music Cultures of the World 3

SOCIO 14 Introduction to Ethnic Studies 3

Gender Studies:

HIST 25B Women in American Society 3

ENGL 25C Women in Literature 3

African American Studies:

ART 2 History of African and

African-American Art 3

DANCE 4A World Ethnic Dance – Africa 1

ENGL 50 Afro-American Literature 3

HIST 27A Traditional Africa 3

HIST 27B Modern Africa 3

HIST 29A African American History

to 1865 3

HIST 29B African American History

from 1865 3

MUSIC 25 Afro-American Music 3

PSYCH 29 Psychology of the Afro-American 3

SOCIO 29 Sociology of the African-

American 3

American Indian/Native American Studies:

ANTHR 12 American Indian Cultures 3

ENGL 51 Native American Mythology

and Literature 3

HIST 12 The North American Indian 3

Asian American/ Pacific Islander Studies:

ART 3A History of Asian Art 3

ART 3B History of Asian Art 3

CHNSE 10 Chinese Civilization 3

CHNSE 12 Chinese Literature in Translation 3

DANCE 4C World Ethnic Dance – Asia

(Central/Southeast) 3

DANCE 4E World Ethnic Dance – India 3

ENGL 48 Asian Literature 3

ENGL 52 Asian American Literature 3

HIST 18 History of South Asia, Southeast

Asia, and the Pacific 3

HIST 19 History of China, Japan, and

Korea 3

HIST 41 History of Asian Pacific

Americans 3

JPNSE 10 Japanese Civilization 3

JPNSE 11 Inside Japan 1

JPNSE 12 Japanese Literature in Translation 3

MUSIC 27 Asian Music 3

PSYCH 41 Psychology of the Asian

American 3

SOCIO 41 Sociology of the Asian American 3

Mexican American/Chicano/Latino Studies:

ANTHR 31 Mexican and Chicano Culture 3

ART 7 Pre-Columbian Art 3

ART 8 History of Mexican and

Chicano Art 3

DANCE 4B World Ethnic Dance –

The Americas 3

DANCE 4H World Ethnic Dance –

Spain/Portugal 3

ENGL 47 Mexican and Chicano Literature 3

HIST 9A Latin America: Pre-Columbian

to 1825 3

HIST 9B Latin America: 1825 to the Present3

HIST 30 History of Mexico 33

HIST 31 History of Mexican Americans

in the United States 3

MUSIC 26 Latin American Music 3

PSYCH 31 Studies in Chicano Behavior 3

PHILO 31 Contemporary Chicano Philosophy 3

SOCIO 31 Chicano Sociology 3

SPAN 31 Language of the Barrio 3

SPAN 42A Civilization of Spain and Portugal 3

SPAN 42B Civilization of Spain and Portugal 3

SPAN 44A Civilization of Latin America 3

SPAN 44B Civilization of Latin America 3

Humanities

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Division(s): Engineering and Technology, Performing and Communication Arts, Visual Arts and Media Studies, English, Languages, Social Sciences

The term Humanities refers to a broad range of subjects, including art, architecture, history, music, dance, languages, literature, philosophy, ethics, and religion. Students who select Humanities as an area of emphasis study the achievements of the human heart and mind; they work within a variety of disciplines in order to acquire a deeper understanding of themselves, civilization, and the world. Students have the opportunity to study the diverse strands of human thought and culture. They train for a career where a broad humanistic understanding is appropriate, or acquire self cultivation through interdisciplinary study. This area of emphasis is intended to align student course work with preparation for transfer to universities in such majors as Architecture, Art, English, Foreign Languages, History, Humanities, Music, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Theatre Arts, and other similar fields of study. Such majors are widely available in most CSU, UC, and private schools.

Requirements for the area of emphasis (18 units minimum)

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1-99. Students must complete 18 units with at least 3 units in three of the disciplines listed below.

Architecture:

Arch 10A Architectural Design

Fundamentals 3 units

Arch 11 Introduction to Architecture 2

Arch 12A Visual Communications I 3

Arch 24A History of Architecture 3

Arch 24B History of Architecture 3

Art:

Art 1A History of Western Art 3

Art 1B History of Western Art 3

Art 2 History of African & African-

American Art 3

Art 3A History of Asian Art 3

Art 3B History of Asian Art 3

Art 4A History of Ancient Art in the West 3

Art 4B History of European Medieval Art 3

Art 4C History of European Renaissance

and Baroque Art 3

Art 4D History of Modern Art in Europe

and America 3

Art 5 Art Fundamentals 3

Art 7 Pre-Columbian Art 3

Art 8 History of Mexican and

Chicano Art 3

Art 9 History of Islamic Art 3

English:

Engl 5A Creative Writing 3

Engl 5B Creative Writing 3

Engl 6 Short Story Writing 3

Engl 8 Writing Poetry 3

Engl 9 Creative Nonfiction 3

Engl 10 Introduction to Linguistics 3

Engl 11 History of English Language 3

Engl 12 Intercultural Communication 3

Engl 24 A Literature in Translation 3

Engl 25A Interpreting Modern Literature3

Engl 25C Women in Literature 3

Engl 25D Science Fiction and Fantasy 3

Engl 25E Literature of Horror

(Gothic Novel) 3

Engl 25F Comedy and Literature 3

Engl 25G Mystery and Crime Fiction 3

Engl 25H American Journeys 3

Engl 25I Post-Colonial Literatures 3

Engl 25J Utopian and Dystopian Literature 3

Engl 26 Introduction to Literary Theory

and Criticism 3

Engl 30A American Literature 3

Engl 30B American Literature 3

Engl 30C American Literature 3

Engl 34 Major Novelist 1

Engl 35 Major Dramatist 1

Engl 36 Major Poet 1

Engl 37 Major Critic 1

Engl 44A World Literature: Antiquity

to 1500 3

Engl 44B World Literature: 1500-1800 AD 3

Engl 44C World Literature: 1800 –

Mid 20th Century 3

Engl 45A Literature of the Bible 3

Engl 45B Literature of the Bible 3

Engl 46A English Literature 3

Engl 46B English Literature 3

Engl 47 Mexican and Chicano Literature 3

Engl 48 Asian Literature 3

Engl 49A Film as Dramatic Literature 3

Engl 49B Film as Dramatic Literature 3

Engl 50 Afro-American Literature 3

Engl 51 Native American Mythology

and Literature 3

Engl 52 Asian American Literature 3

Engl 53 Interpreting Poetry 3

Engl 54 California Literature 3

Engl 57 Modern Drama 3

Engl 59 Children’s Literature 3

Engl 60 Masterpieces of Drama 3

Engl 61 Introduction to the Novel 3

Engl 78A Introduction to Shakespeare 3

Engl 78B Introduction to Shakespeare 3

Engl 82A Introduction to Mythology 3

Engl 82B Introduction to Mythology 3

Engl 82C Introduction to Mythology 3

Foreign Language:

(includes all courses numbered between 1-99 in American Sign Language, Arabic, Armenian, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish)

History:

Hist 1A History of European Civilization

to 1715 3

Hist 1B History of European Civilization

from 1715 3

Hist 2A History of World Civilizations

to 1500 3

Hist 2B History of World Civilizations

from 1500 3

Hist 5A History of Great Britain

to 1714 3

Hist 5B History of Great Britain

from 1714 3

Hist 7A United States History

to 1876 3

Hist 7B United States History

from 1876 3

Hist 8 History of California 3

Hist 9A Latin America: Pre-Columbian

to 1825 3

Hist 9B Latin America: 1825 to the

Present 3

Hist 12 The North American Indian 3

Hist 16 History of the Middle East 3

Hist 18 History of South Asia, Southeast

Asia, and the Pacific 3

Hist 19 History of China, Japan,

and Korea 3

Hist 24A-G Special Topics in History 3 (each)

Hist 25A-I Studies in American History 3 (each)

Hist 27A Traditional Africa 3

Hist 27B Modern Africa 3

Hist 29A African American History

to 1865 3

Hist 29B African American History

from 1865 3

Hist 30 History of Mexico 3

Hist 31 History of Mexican Americans

in the United States 3

Hist 38 History of Religion in America 3

Hist 41 History of Asian Pacific

Americans 3

Hist 50 History and the Historians 3

Humanities:

Human 1 Introduction to the Humanities 3

Human 2 Humanities, Science and

Technology 3

Human 3 Humanities and the Social

Sciences 3

Human 4 Humanities through the Arts 3

Music:

Music 7A Music History and Literature 3

Music 7B Music History and Literature 3

Music 21 Music Appreciation 3

Music 22 Music in the Contemporary World 3

Music 23 Music Cultures of the World 3

Music 24A The Jazz Experience: Evolution

and Essence 3

Music 24B History of Rock 3

Music 25 Afro-American Music 3

Music 26 Latin American Music 3

Music 27 Asian Music 3

Music 28 History of Opera 3

Philosophy:

Philo 1 Introduction to Philosophy 3

Philo 3 Ethics 3

Philo 7 Contemporary Moral Problems 3

Philo 8 Philosophy and Humanness 3

Philo 20A History of Ancient Philosophy 3

Philo 20B History of Modern Philosophy 3

Philo 25 Introduction to Critical Thinking 3

Philo 30 Logic 3

Philo 31 Contemporary Chicano Philosophy 3

Philo 33 Introduction to Symbolic Logic 3

Philo 37 Philosophy of Religion 3

Religious Studies:

Relgs 1 Religious Issues, Personalities,

and Values 3

Relgs 2 Comparative Religions: Far East 3

Relgs 3 Comparative Religions: Near East 3

Theatre Arts:

Thart 2A Acting Fundamentals 3

Thart 2B Intermediate Acting 3

Thart 2C Advanced Acting Fundamentals 3

Thart 5 History of Theatre Arts 3

Thart 6 Play Writing 3

Thart 7A Early Film History 3

Thart 7B Contemporary Film History 3

Thart 8 Voice and Movement for the

Performer 3

Thart 12A Technical Theatre 4

Thart 12B Advanced Technical Theatre 4

Kinesiology and Wellness

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Division(s): Kinesiology, Health and Athletics, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Counseling, Health Sciences

The area of emphasis in Kinesiology and Wellness provides for a student with an understanding of physical education, health promotion, and the mechanics of human bodily movement. The word kinesiology comes from the Greek, kinesis, which means to move. Kinesiology is the study of the art and science of human movement. The discipline of Kinesiology is dedicated to the study of human movement as it relates to sport, dance, and exercise. This area of emphasis is intended to align student course work with preparation for transfer to universities in such bachelor degree majors as Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Education, and other similar fields of study. Kinesiology and Wellness is designed for the student preparing, in the long run, to become a physical education teacher, to study a health-related profession, or to pursue a career in other related fields that typically require a bachelor’s degree.

Requirements for the area of emphasis (22 units minimum)

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1-99. Students must complete 22 units with a minimum number of units in each of the categories listed below.

Required Courses (9 units minimum):

Hed 44 Health Education 3 units

Peth 3 Introduction to Health,

Physical Education and Dance 3

Peth 97 Theory of Fitness and Wellness 3

Physical Education and Movement (3 units minimum):

Peth 5 First Aid and CPR 3

Peth 6 Aquatic Certification 4

Peth 27C Early Childhood Physical

Education 2

Peth 31A Professional Officiating 2

Peth 31B Professional Officiating 2

Peth 48 Professional Activities 2

Hed 20 Independent Study 1

Peact 3A – 95C Any Physical Education Activity

Course (Maximum credit – 4 units)

Behavioral Development and Diversity (3 units minimum):

Psych 1 Introductory Psychology 3

Psych 5 Research Methods in Psychology 4

Psych 25 Human Sexuality 3

Socio 1 Introductory Sociology 3

Socio 14 Introduction to Ethnic Studies 3

Socio 29 Sociology of the African American 3

Socio 31 Chicano Sociology 3

Socio 41 Sociology of the Asian American 3

Coun 10 Introduction to College 1

Coun 11 Learning Strategies and College

Skills Development 1

Coun 12 Personal Growth and

Development 3

Coun 17 Career Planning 2

Scientific and Nutrition Background

(7 units minimum):

Anat 25 Human Anatomy & 4

or Physo 2A Physiology

Physo 1 Human Anatomy & 4

or Physo 2B Physiology

Chem 10 & 10L, Chemistry 4-5

Chem 2A,

or Chem 1A

Biol 11, Biol 1A, Biology 4

Biol 1B,

or Biol 1C

Micro 2 Microbiology 4

Nutri 11 Human Nutrition 3

Phys 10 & 10L, Physics 4-5

Phys 2A,

Phys 31A,

or Phys 1A

Music

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Division(s): Performing and Communication Arts

A degree in the Music major from Pasadena City College enables students to develop musical proficiency and prepares students to successfully audition on their primary instrument for acceptance into a university music department or to fulfill the needs of students who wish to have career goals in the field of music. This major is intended to align student course work with preparation for transfer to universities in Music, Music (Performing), Music Education, Music Industry and Technology, Musical Theatre, and other similar fields of study. Such majors are widely available in many CSU, UC, and private schools. Students completing this degree typically continue in the fields of music performance and/or teaching.

Requirements for the major (38 units minimum)

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1-99. Students must complete all of the following courses:

Music 1 Theory 3 units

Music 2A Musicianship 2

Music 2B Musicianship 2

Music 2C Musicianship 2

Music 3A Harmony 3

Music 3B Harmony 3

Music 3C Harmony 3

Music 4A Keyboard Skills 2

Music 4B Keyboard Skills 2

Music 4C Keyboard Skills 2

Music 7A Music History & Literature 3

Music 7B Music History & Literature 3

Music 10 Concert Music (must be

completed 4 times) 2 (.5 each)

Students must complete four additional units from the following courses:

Music 8 Individual Instruction 1

Music 9A-L Individual Instruction 1 unit each

Recommended:

Music 5A Modal Counterpoint 2

Music 5B Tonal Counterpoint 2

Natural Sciences

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Division(s): Natural Sciences,

Mathematics

This area of emphasis offers a broad and interdisciplinary foundation in the sciences necessary for continued training at the upper division (or advanced) level for many bachelor degree programs in the natural sciences including biology, chemistry, geology, mathematics, physics, and many others. It is a starting point for students who are preparing for careers in business, industry, medicine, health sciences, education, and government, where scientific and technical skills are in great demand.

Requirements for the area of emphasis (18 units minimum)

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1-99. Students must complete 18 units with at least 3 units in three of the following five categories listed below:

Biological Sciences:

Anthr 1 & 1L Physical Anthropology

& Lab 4 units

Anat 25 General Human Anatomy 4

or Physo 2A or Physiology and Anatomy

Biol 1A Principles of Biology –

Evolution, Diversity,

and Ecology 4

Biol 1B Principles of Biology –

Cellular and Organismal

Biology 4

Biol 1C Principles of Biology –

Introduction to Molecular

Biology 4

Biol 2 Animal Biology 4

Biol 3 Topics in Human Biology 4

Biol 4 Plant Biology 4

Biol 5A-B Topics in Applied Botany 1 (each)

Biol 11 General Biology 4

Biol 14 Field Biology 4

Biol 16 Marine Biology 4

Biol 19 Sexually Transmitted

Diseases 3

Biol 25 Field Studies 1

Biol 26 Biology Field Studies 2

Biol 28 Introduction to

Bioinformatics 3

Biol 30 Field Botany 3

Biol 35 Introductory Oceanography 3

Biol 36 Humans and the

Environment 3

Biol 37 Introduction to

Environmental Studies 4

Biol 38 Cell and Molecular Biology 4

Biol 39 Modern Human Genetics 4

Biol 40 Humans and the Biological

Environment 4

Micro 2 Microbiology 4

Nutri 11 Human Nutrition 3

Physo 1 Human Physiology 4

or Physo 2B or Physiology and Anatomy

Psych 2 Elementary Physiological

Psychology 3

Chemistry:

Chem 1A General Chemistry and

Chemical Analysis 5

Chem 1B General Chemistry and

Chemical Analysis 5

Chem 2A Chemistry – General,

Organic, and

Biochemistry 4

Chem 2B Chemistry – General,

Organic, and

Biochemistry 4

Chem 8A Organic Chemistry 5

Chem 8B Organic Chemistry 5

Chem 10 & 10L Chemistry and the

Environment & Lab 4

Chem 22 Introductory Chemistry 4

Geosciences:

Geog 1 &1L Physical Geography & Lab 4

Geog 10 Human Impact on the

Environment 3

Geog 30 Field Studies and Methods

in Geography 1

Geol 1 & 1F Physical Geology & Field

Studies 5

Geol 2 & 2F Historical Geology & Field

Studies 5

Geol 3 & 3F Earth and Space Science

& Field Lab 5

Geol 4 Geology of California 3

Geol 6 Mineralogy 4

Geol 8 Petrology 4

Geol 12, 12F Physical Oceanography,

& 12L Field Studies, & Lab 5

Geol 16 Introduction to Planetary

Science 3

Geol 22 The Age of Dinosaurs 3

Geol 23 Natural Disasters 3

Geol 24 Science of Atmosphere 3

Geol 30A-M Geological Field

Investigation 2 (each)

Geol 40 Geological Field Laboratory 1

Mathematics and Statistics:

Math 3 College Algebra 4

Math 5A Calculus 5

Math 5B Calculus 5

Math 5C Calculus 5

Math 8 Trigonometry 4

Math 9 Precalculus Mathematics 5

Math 10 Linear Algebra and

Applications 5

Math 22 Discrete Mathematics 3

Math 55 Differential Equations 5

Stat 50 Elementary Statistics 4

Physics & Physical Sciences:

Astron 1 Elementary Astronomy 4

Astron 12 Descriptive Introduction

to Astronomy 3

Physc 3 & 3L Physical Sciences & Lab 4

Physc 37 Introduction to

Environmental Science 4

Phys 1A General Physics 5

Phys 1B General Physics 5

Phys 1C General Physics 5

Phys 1D General Physics 5

Phys 2A General Physics 4

Phys 2B General Physics 4

Phys 10 & 10L Descriptive Introduction

to Physics & Lab 4

Phys 31A General Physics 4

Phys 31B General Physics 4

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Division(s): Social Sciences

The degree in social and behavioral sciences is concerned with providing a broad understanding of the social, cultural, and intellectual world in which we live. Social and behavioral science students have a diverse interest in human problems and seek a liberal education in a broad spectrum of understandings, insights, and appreciations. Multidisciplinary in nature, this area of emphasis seeks to provide an understanding of the interrelationships and varied methodologies of its many subject areas. The goal of this area of emphasis is to develop students’ intellectual and emotional understanding, appreciation, insights, and flexibility in order for them to succeed in government services, commerce or industry, and teaching. Students who receive an associate degree in the Social and Behavioral Sciences typically continue their studies at a university to receive a bachelor’s degree in such disciplines as Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History, Linguistics, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology.

Requirements for the area of emphasis (18 units minimum)

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1-99. Students must complete 18 units with at least 3 units in three of the disciplines listed below.

Anthropology:

Anthr 1 & 1L Physical Anthropology

& Lab 4 units

Anthr 2 Cultural Anthropology 3

Anthr 3 Introduction to Archeology 3

Anthr 4 Anthropology of Religion,

Magic, Witchcraft 3

Anthr 5 Introduction to Linguistic

Anthropology 3

Anthr 12 American Indian Cultures 3

Anthr 30A-H Anthropological Field

Studies 2 (each)

Anthr 31 Mexican and Chicano

Culture 3

Child Development:

Chdv 10 Foundations of Child

Development 3

Chdv 11 Principles of Infant and

Toddler Development 3

Economics:

Econ 1A Principles of Economics 3

Econ 1B Principles of Economics 3

Geography:

Geog 2 Cultural Geography 3

Geog 3 World Regional Geography 3

Geog 5 Economic Geography 3

History:

Hist 1A History of European

Civilization to 1715 3

Hist 1B History of European

Civilization from 1715 3

Hist 2A History of World

Civilizations to 1500 3

Hist 2B History of World

Civilizations from 1500 3

Hist 5A History of Great Britain

to 1714 3

Hist 5B History of Great Britain

from 1714 3

Hist 7A United States History

to 1876 3

Hist 7B United States History

from 1876 3

Hist 8 History of California 3

Hist 9A Latin America: Pre-

Columbian to 1825 3

Hist 9B Latin America: 1825

to the Present 3

Hist 12 The North American Indian 3

Hist 16 History of the Middle East 3

Hist 18 History of South Asia,

Southeast Asia, and the

Pacific 3

Hist 19 History of China, Japan, and

Korea 3

Hist 24A-G Special Topics in History 3 (each)

Hist 25A-I Studies in American History 3 (each)

Hist 27A Traditional Africa 3

Hist 27B Modern Africa 3

Hist 29A African American History

to 1865 3

Hist 29B African American History

from 1865 3

Hist 30 History of Mexico 3

Hist 31 History of Mexican Americans

in the United States 3

Hist 38 History of Religion in

America 3

Hist 41 History of Asian Pacific

Americans 3

Hist 50 History and the Historians 3

Linguistics:

Ling 10 Introduction to Linguistics 3

Ling 11 History of the English

Language 3

Ling 12 Intercultural Communication 3

Ling 14 Language in Society 3

Ling 16 Psycholinguistics: Language

and the Mind 3

Political Science:

Polsc 1 Introduction to American

Government 3

Polsc 2 Comparative Government 3

Polsc 6 The U.S. and World Politics 3

Polsc 7 Principles of Political

Science 3

Polsc 21 Introduction to Political

Economy 3

Polsc 22 Introduction to Political

Theory 3

Psychology:

Psych 1 Introductory Psychology 3

Psych 2 Elementary Physiological

Psychology 3

Psych 5 Research Methods in

Psychology 3

Psych 21 Developmental Psychology:

The Child 3

Psych 22 Developmental Psychology:

The Adult 3

Psych 23 Social Psychology 3

Psych 24 Lifespan Developmental

Psychology 3

Psych 25 Human Sexuality 3

Psych 29 Psychology of the

Afro-American 3

Psych 31 Studies in Chicano Behavior 3

Psych 33 Psychology of Personal and

Social Adjustment 3

Psych 41 Psychology of the Asian

American 3

Religious Studies:

Relgs 1 Religious Issues, Personalities,

and Values 3

Relgs 2 Comparative Religions:

Far East 3

Relgs 3 Comparative Religions:

Near East 3

Sociology:

Socio 1 Introductory Sociology 3

Socio 2 Contemporary Social

Problems 3

Socio 14 Introduction to Ethnic

Studies 3

Socio 15 Crime, Delinquency, and

Society 3

Socio 16 Urban Sociology 3

Socio 22 Sociology of Aging 3

Socio 24 Marriage and the Family 3

Socio 25 British Life and Culture 3

Socio 29 Sociology of the

African-American 3

Socio 31 Chicano Sociology 3

Socio 41 Sociology of the

Asian American 3

Speech Communication

Associate in Arts Degree

Responsible Division(s): Performing and Communication Arts

A degree in Speech Communication from Pasadena City College prepares students for upper division (advanced level) coursework and several entry level positions within the field. This area of emphasis is primarily intended to prepare students to transfer and earn a bachelor’s degree in Speech Communication or Communication Studies. Students develop verbal, nonverbal and interpersonal communication skills, apply critical thinking skills, and learn about human communication in multiple contexts. The Speech Communication major helps students to improve their relationship skills in both personal and professional life as well as prepares them for advancements in their careers.

Requirements for the area of emphasis (18 units minimum)

All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 1-99.

Required Courses:

Students must compete all of the following:

Speech 1 Fundamentals of Speech 3

Speech 6 Argumentation and Debate 3

Speech 10 Interpersonal Communication 3

Additional Courses:

Students must complete at least 9 additional units from the following courses:

Speech 2 Persuasion 3

Speech 3 Voice and Diction 3

Speech 4 Oral Interpretation 3

Speech 5A Competitive Speech 1

Speech 5B Forensics 1

Speech 8 Readers’ Theater 3

Speech 9 Communication and Group

Leadership 3

Speech 12 Argumentation and Critical

Thinking 3

ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE

REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. A minimum of 60 units and completion of a Certificate of Achievement.

2. Only courses numbered 1-199 may be counted towards the general education requirements as indicated in Areas A-G.

3. Courses numbered 1-399 may be counted towards the 60 units.

4. All competency and general educational requirements must be completed.

5. A minimum grade point average of 2.00 both in courses numbered 1 to 399 completed at PCC and in comparable courses completed at other regionally accredited institutions.

6. At least 15 units of the required 60 units, in courses numbered 1-399, must be completed at PCC. No more than 6 units may be transferred from another college if earned after the student’s last enrollment at PCC.

7. Courses may not be counted more than once to meet the general education requirements (Areas A-G). A course may be used to satisfy both the requirements of a major and of general education requirements, but the units shall count only once.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

2. Written Expression – One course (with grade C or better) from the following: English 1A, or by satisfactory score on equivalency exam.

3. Mathematics – One course (with grade C or better) from the following: Business 14A, 14B, Computer Science 45, Statistics 15, 18, 50, or a math course which fulfills the general education requirement in Critical Thinking, or by satisfactory score on equivalency exam.

4. Diversity – Complete 3 units in courses designated as either “Global Studies” or “Ethnic and Gender Studies” as listed in this College Catalog starting on page 82.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Natural Sciences (Lecture and lab must be in the same discipline.) 3 units

Anatomy 25

Anthropology 1and 1L

Astronomy 1

Biology 1A, 1B, 1C, 2, 3, 4, 11, 14, 16, 30, 37,

38, 39, 40

Chemistry 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 8A, 8B, 10 and 10L, 22

Geography 1 and 1L

Geology 1, 1F, 2, 2F, 3, 3F, 4 and 40, 6, 8, 12 and 12F or 12L, 16 and 40, 22 and 40,

30A-M, 40

Microbiology 2

Physical Science 3 and 3L, 37

Physics 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A, 2B, 10 and 10L, 31A, 31B

Physiology 1, 2A, 2B, 100

B. Social and Behavioral Sciences...................... 3 units

Anthropology 1& 1L, 2, 3, 4, 5, 12, 31

Communication 1

Economics 1A, 1B

English 12

Geography 2, 3, 5, 10

History 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 5A, 5B, 7A, 7B, 8, 9A, 9B, 12, 16, 18, 19, 24A, 24B, 24C, 24D, 24E, 24F, 24G, 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D, 25E, 25F, 25I, 27A, 27B, 29A, 29B, 30, 31, 38, 41, 50

Linguistics 12, 14

Political Science 1, 2, 6, 7, 21, 22

Psychology 1, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 31, 33, 41,

120(2 units)

Sociology 1, 2, 14, 15, 16, 22, 24, 25, 29, 31, 41, 130

C. Humanities........................................................ 3 units

American Sign Language 10A, 10B, 10C, 10D

Arabic 1, 2

Architecture 24A, 24B

Armenian 1, 2

Art 1A, 1B, 2, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 5, 7, 8, 9, 104, 105, 106

Chinese 1, 2, 2A, 3, 4, 10, 12, 22

Dance 21A, 21B

English 1B, 5A, 5B, 9, 10, 11, 12, 24, 25A, 25C,

25D, 25E, 25F,25G, 25H, 25I, 25J, 26, 30A, 30B, 30C, 34, 35, 36, 37, 44A, 44B, 44C, 45A, 45B, 46A, 46B, 47, 48, 49A, 49B, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 57, 59, 60, 61, 78A, 78B, 82A, 82B, 82C, 119

French 1, 2, 3, 4, 5A, 5B, 10

German 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10

Greek 1, 2

Hebrew 1, 2, 3

Humanities 1, 2, 3, 4

Italian 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 12, 50

Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12

Latin 1, 2

Linguistics 10, 11, 12

Music 7A, 7B, 21, 22, 23, 24A, 24B, 25, 26, 27, 28

Philosophy 1, 3, 7, 8, 20A, 20B, 31, 37

Portuguese 1, 2, 3, 4

Religious Studies 1, 2, 3

Russian 1, 2, 3, 4, 11

Spanish 1, 2, 2A, 3, 4, 5, 6A, 6B, 12, 25, 31, 42A, 42B, 44A, 44B

Theater Arts 5, 7A, 7B

D. Language and

Rationality................................. 9 units (3 units each)

1. English Composition.............................. 3 units

Business 11A

English 1A, 1B, 1C,

2. Oral Communication............................. 3 units

Speech 1, 2, 10, 121

3. Critical Thinking................................... 3 units

**Business 14A, 14B

Computer Information Systems 62

Computer Science 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 43, 45

English 1C

**Mathematics 3, 5A, 5B, 5C, 8, 9, 10, 12, 15,

22, 38, 55, 131, 133AB, 134AB, 139

Philosophy 25, 30, 33

Physical Science 2

Speech 6, 12

**Statistics 15, 18, and 50

**These courses also meet the mathematics competency requirement

E. American Institutions.................................. 3-6 units

May be satisfied by one of the following options:

OPTION I (one History and one Political Science course - 6 units)

History 7A, 7B, 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D, 29A, 29B, 31, or 41 3 units

AND

Political Science 1 or 7....................................... 3 units

OPTION II (one course - 3 units)

American Institutions 125................................. 3 units

F. Health Education............................................... 2 units

Biology 3, 19, 100

Counseling 12

Dental Hygiene 109

Health Education 2A, 2E, 44

Nursing 50, 51, 52, 53, 125, 126, 127, 137, 138

Nutrition 11

Physiology 1, 2A, 2B, 100

G. Physical Activity............................................... 2 units

A maximum of 4 units of Physical Education Activity or Dance (Dance 21A and 21B are excluded) may be counted toward the degree. Music 61 may be substituted for 1 unit of PE Activity each semester. Exemption is granted if the student has a physical limitation and submits a physician’s recommendation which is approved by PCC Health Services.

MAJOR REQUIREMENTS:

Major...................................................................... 18 units

Students must select a major from among the choices listed in the PCC Catalog listed under Occupational Curricula/Certificates of Achievement beginning on page 112. Completing multiple Certificates of Achievement in the same field of study does not result in multiple Associate in Science degrees being awarded.

Diversity Requirements

PCC Policy #4060 on Degrees, Certificates and Transfer Certifications states that a student who applies for either an AA or AS degree “must demonstrate competency in reading, writing, mathematics and diversity.” The Diversity Requirement states that a student must complete 3 units in courses designated as either “Global Studies” or “Ethnic and Gender Studies.”

GLOBAL STUDIES

Pasadena City College and the community it serves have long been identified as closely tied to international, cultural and educational affairs. The College provides outstanding opportunities for students wishing to emphasize international education.

1. Africa:

Anthropology 1 (Physical Anthropology)

Art 2 (History of African and African-American Art)

Dance 4A (World Ethnic Dance: Africa)

History 2A/2B (History of World Civilizations To/From 1500)

History 24A (Special Topics in History-Africa)

History 27A (Traditional Africa)

History 27B (Modern Africa)

Music 38B (African Drumming)

2. Asia:

Art 3A-B (History of Asian Art)

Chinese 8A-B (Introduction to Chinese Conversation - Mandarin)

Chinese 9A-C (Chinese Conversation - Mandarin)

Chinese 10 (Chinese Civilization)

Chinese 12 (Chinese Literature in Translation)

Dance 4C (World Ethnic Dance: Central and Southeast Asia)

Dance 4E (World Ethnic Dance: India)

English 48 (Asian Literature)

History 2A/B (History of World Civilization To/From 1500)

History 18 (History of South Asia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific)

History 19 (History of China, Japan, and Korea)

History 24B (Special Topics in History – Asia)

History 24G (Special Topics in History-World)

Japanese 8A-B (Introduction to Japanese Conversation)

Japanese 9A-C (Japanese Conversation)

Japanese 10 (Japanese Civilization)

Japanese 11 (Inside Japan)

Japanese 12 (Japanese Literature in Translation)

Music 27 (Asian Music)

Music 38C (Chinese Music Ensemble)

Religious Studies 2 (Comparative Religions: Far East)

3. Europe:

Art 4B (History of European Medieval Art)

Art 4C (History of European Renaissance and

Baroque Art)

Anthropology 30E (Anthropological Field Studies –

England)

Anthropology 30F (Anthropological Field Studies –

Italy)

Dance 4D (World Ethnic Dance: British Isles/Europe)

English 44A-C (Masterpieces of Literature)

English 46A-B (English Literature)

French 5A-B (Survey of French Literature)

French 9A-B (French Conversation)

French 10 (French Civilization)

German 5 (Introduction to German Literature)

German 8 A-C (Introduction to German Conversation)

German 10 (German Civilization)

History 1A-B (History of European Civilization

To/From 1715)

History 2A/B (History of World Civilizations

To/From 1500)

History 5A-B (History of Great Britain

To/From 1714)

History 24C (Special Topics in History – Europe)

History 24G (Special Topics in History – World)

Italian 8A-B (Introduction to Italian Conversation)

Italian 10 (Italian Civilization)

Italian 50 (Italian Film as Dramatic Literature)

Music 21 (Music Appreciation)

Philosophy 20A (History of Ancient Philosophy)

Philosophy 20B (History of Modern Philosophy)

Religious Studies 3 (Comparative Religions:

Near East)

Russian 11 (Russian Civilization)

Spanish 5 (Introduction to Spanish Literature)

Spanish 6A (Introduction to Spanish-American

Literature)

Spanish 6B (Introduction to Spanish-American Literature)

Spanish 9A-C (Spanish Conversation)

Spanish 25 (Spanish Composition)

Spanish 42 A-B (Civilization of Spain and Portugal)

4. Latin America:

Art 7 (Pre-Columbian Art)

Art 8 (History of Mexican and Chicano Art)

Dance 4B (World Ethnic Dance – The Americas)

Dance 4H (World Ethnic Dance: Spain/Portugal)

History 8 (History of California)

History 9A (Latin America: Pre-Columbian to 1825)

History 9B (Latin America: 1825 to the Present)

History 24D (Special Topics in History – Latin America)

History 24G (Special Topics in History – World)

History 30 (History of Mexico)

Music 26 (Latin American Music)

Spanish 44 A-B (Civilization of Latin America)

5. Middle East:

Art 4A (History of Ancient Art in the West)

Art 9 (History of Islamic Art)

Dance 4G (World Ethnic Dance: Mediterranean/ Middle East)

History 16 (History of the Middle East)

History 24E (Special Topics in History – Middle East)

Music 38D (Middle East Music Ensemble)

Religious Studies 3 (Comparative Religions: Near East)

ETHNIC AND GENDER STUDIES

Pasadena City College promotes cross cultural understanding and an appreciation of diversity in all its forms. The courses listed below have been identified as providing that understanding and appreciation. Students wishing to study American Indian, Asian American, Chicano and African American cultures are referred to the following general education courses:

(Courses preceded with an asterisk (*) are college courses approved by the California State Department of Education for school staff preparation in the history, culture and current problems of racial and ethnic minorities in accordance with Article 3.3, Education Code Section 13344.1.)

1. African American Studies:

*Art 2 (History of African and African-American Art)

*English 50 (Afro-American Literature)

History 29A (African American History to 1865)

History 29B (African American History from 1865)

*Music 25 (Afro-American Music)

*Psychology 29 (Psychology of the Afro-American)

*Sociology 29 (Sociology of the African-American)

2. Asian American Studies:

English 52 (Asian American Literature)

*History 41 (History of Asian Pacific Americans)

*Psychology 41 (Psychology of the Asian American)

*Sociology 41 (Sociology of the Asian American)

3. Chicano/Latina/o Studies:

*Anthropology 31 (Mexican and Chicano Culture)

*Art 8 (History of Mexican and Chicano Art)

*English 47 (Mexican and Chicano Literature)

History 8 (History of California)

*History 31 (History of Mexican Americans in the

United States)

*Philosophy 31 (Contemporary Chicano Philosophy)

*Psychology 31 (Studies in Chicano Behavior)

*Sociology 31 (Chicano Sociology)

*Spanish 31 (Language of the Barrio)

4. Cross Cultural Studies:

Anthropology 2 (Cultural Anthropology)

Child Development 24E (Special Topics –
Multicultural Issues)

Geography 2 (Cultural Geography)

Geography 3 (World Regional Geography)

Dance 21A-B (Dance History: Cultural and Social Heritage)

English 12 (Intercultural Communication)

English 25I (Post-Colonial Literatures)

Music 23 (Music Cultures of the World)

Sociology 14 (Introduction to Ethnic Studies)

5. Gender Studies:

English 25C (Images of Women in Literature)

History 25B (Women in American Society)

6. Health Sciences Diversity Courses:

Dental Assisting 111 (Applied Human Behavior)

Dental Assisting 110 (Introduction to Dental Essentials)

Dental Assisting 123A (Chairside Techniques)

Dental Hygiene 104B (Clinical Dental Hygiene Theory and Practice)

Dental Hygiene 104C (Clinical Dental Hygiene Theory and Practice)

Dental Hygiene 119A (Community Dental Health)

Dental Hygiene 109 (Dental Health Education and Communication)

Dental Hygiene 121 (Clinical Practice in Alternative

Settings)

Medical Assisting 111A (Medical Office Procedures I)

Nursing 50 (Foundational Nursing Care)

Nursing 51 (Beginning Nursing)

Nursing 52 (Intermediate Nursing Care)

Nursing 53 (Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing)

Nursing 125 (Fundamental of Vocational Nursing –

Theory)

Nursing 126 (Intermediate Vocational Nursing –
Theory)

Radiologic Technology 113B (Clinical Learning Experience)

7. Native American Studies:

Anthropology 12 (American Indian Cultures)

*English 51 (Native American Mythology and Literature)

*History 12 (The North American Indian)

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* To the best of our knowledge, this information matches the printed catalog. The printed catalog is the authoritative source.

Course Catalog 2009/2010 Section 4 - Associate Degree Requirements

Course Catalog
2009/2010
Section 4 - Associate Degree Requirements