West Hills College Lemoore Catalog Addendum

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1 West Hills College Lemoore Catalog Addendum

2 Page 40 of the course catalog requires a correction as follows. Physical Education Requirements Students under 21 years of age are required to complete a minimum of two courses in physical education activity totaling not less than two units while working towards an associate degree. Review the Physical Education Activity Courses section of course descriptions in this catalog for a list of the courses that will fulfill this requirement. Associate in Science in Business Administration for Transfer (AS-T) campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete no more than should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information The AS-T in Business Administration curriculum is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Business Administration or similar major. While a baccalaureate degree is recommended preparation for those considering professional careers in this field, the completion of this suggested program will demonstrate commitment to the field, and provide comprehensive preparation for upper division work. Upon completion of the AS-T in Business Administration, students will be able to: 1) develop and understand the fundamental principles of business administration 2) utilize the mathematical and statistical tools available to them, and 3) promote the use of technology to support the field of business administration. Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements: State University General Education Breadth Requirements. 2

3 Required courses: BUS 1A Beginning Principles of Accounting 4 units BUS 1B Elementary Principles of Accounting 4 units BUS 18 Business Law 4 units CIS 7 Computer Concepts 3 units ECON 1A Macroeconomics 3 units ECON 1B Microeconomics 3 units BUS 39 Quantitative Analysis 3 units MATH 25 Introduction to Statistics 4 units 28 units Double Counted (IGETC/CSU-GE) IGETC/CSU-GE Breadth Electives as needed units 9/9 units 2-4 units Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer (AA-T) campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete no more than should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer degree is designed to provide the opportunity to achieve an associate degree in the student s area of specialization. The Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Communication Studies or similar degree. While a baccalaureate degree is recommended preparation for those considering professional careers in teaching, marketing, broadcasting, or mass communication, the completion of this program will demonstrate commitment to the field, and provide comprehensive preparation for upper division work. 3

4 Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements: State University General Education Breadth Requirements. Required core courses: COM 1 Elements of Speech 3 units COM 2 Oral Interpretation of Literature 3 units COM 3 Argumentation and Debate 3 units COM 4 Small Group Dynamics and Presentation 3 units COM 5 Interpersonal Communication 3 units Choose one course from below 3 units ENG 1B Literature, Critical Thinking & Writing PSYCH 1 Introductory Psychology SOC 1 Introduction to Sociology 18 units Total Units that may be double counted CSU-GE-B or IGETC requirements (allowing double counting) CSU Transferable Electives 18 units 6-12 units 9-15 units Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T) campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete no more than 4

5 should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information The Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer degree curriculum is designed to provide the opportunity to achieve a broad-based associate degree and a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education. While a baccalaureate degree is recommended preparation for those considering professional careers in this field, the completion of this program will demonstrate commitment to the field, and provide comprehensive preparation for upper division work. Upon completion of this degree, students will be prepared to enter careers such as teaching, preschool/child care operation, community service, social services, and government. Associate Degree for Transfer requirements: State University General Education Breadth Requirements. Required courses: CD 2 Teaching in a Diverse Society 3 units CD 3 Observations and Assessments 3 units CD 5 Child Development 3 units CD 10 Child, Family and Society 3 units CD 12A Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Education 3 units CD 12B Early Childhood Practicum Field Experience 3 units CD 16 Introduction to Curriculum 3 units CD 18 Health, Safety and Nutrition 3 units ========= 24 units Double Counted (IGETC/CSU-GE) IGETC/CSU-GE Breadth Electives as Needed 24 units 3 units 0-2 units Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer (AA-T) 5

6 campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete no more than should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information The Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer degree is designed to provide the opportunity to achieve an associate degree in the student s area of specialization. Upon completion of the degree requirement, students will begin preparation for careers such as teaching, operating a day care, social work, and school administration. The Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Elementary Teacher Education or similar major. Associate Degree for Transfer requirements: State University General Education Breadth Requirements. 6

7 Required core courses: BIO 15 Biology for Education 3 units CD 5 Child Development 3 units CIS 7 Computer Concepts 3 units COM 1 Elements of Speech 3 units EDUC 1 Introduction to Teaching 3 units ENG 1A Composition and Reading 3 units ENG 1B Literature, Critical Thinking and Writing 3 units ESCI 2 Introduction to Earth Science 4 units GEOG 2 World Regional Geography 3 units HIST 17A History of the U.S units HIST 20 World History I 3 units LING 11 Introduction to Linguistics 3 units MATH 10A Structure and Concepts in Mathematics I 3 units MATH 10B Structure and Concepts in Mathematics II 3 units PHYSCI 2 Chemistry and Physics for Educators 4 units POLSCI 1 American Government 3 units 50 units List A: Choose one course from below EDUC 5 Critical Thinking in the Classroom SOC 2 Critical Thinking Social Problems List B: Choose one course from below ART 42 Art Appreciation MUS 42 Music Appreciation PA 1 Introduction to Theater Total Units that may be double counted CSU-GE-B or IGETC requirements (allowing double counting) CSU Transferable Electives 3 units 3 units 56 units 40 units 39 units 5 units Associate in Arts in Geography for Transfer (AA-T) 7

8 campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete no more than should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information The Associate in Arts in Geography for Transfer degree is designed to provide students with an understanding of the major aspects of the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere and how these realms relate to, and interact with the development and functioning of human cultural patterns. The courses have a strong real-world focus. This knowledge will be helpful in the student s upper-division course work. While a baccalaureate degree is recommended preparation for those considering professional careers in this field, the completion of this suggested program will demonstrate commitment to the field, and provide comprehensive preparation for upper division work. The Associate in Arts in Geography for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Geography or similar major. Associate Degree for Transfer requirements: State University General Education Breadth Requirements. Required core courses: GEOG 1 Physical Geography 4 units GEOG 2 World Regional Geography 3 units GEOG 3 Cultural Geography 3 units GEOG 18 Geography of California 3 units GEOL 1 Physical Geology 4 units Choose 2 units from the following: GEOG 10 Urban Los Angeles Field Course 1 unit GEOG 11 Death Valley Field Course 1 unit GEOG 12 Grand Canyon Field Course 1 unit GEOG 13 Urban San Francisco Field Course 1 unit 19 units Total units that may be double counted CSU-GE-B or IGETC requirements (allowing double counting) CSU Transferable Electives 19 units 10 units units 8

9 Associate in Science in Geology for Transfer (AS-T) Education Code sections ) guarantees admission to a California State University (CSU) campus for any community college student who completes an associate degree for transfer, a newly established variation of the associate degrees traditionally offered at a California community college. The Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing these degrees (AA-T or AS-T) are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. In order to earn one of these degrees, students must complete a maximum of 60 required semester units of CSU-transferable coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete no more than after transfer to earn a bachelor s degree (unless the major is a designated high-unit major). This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to university or college that is not part of the CSU system. Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements. The Associate in Science in Geology for Transfer degree trains individuals in the physical aspects and history of the earth. Geologists, in general, are analytical, curious, able to work as a team, and are required to communicate effectively. The Associate in Science in Geology for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Geology or similar major. Associate Degree for Transfer requirements: State University General Education Breadth Requirements. A minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as Required core courses: GEOL 1 Physical Geology 4 units GEOL 3 Historical Geology 4 units CHEM 1A General Chemistry I 5 units CHEM 1B General Chemistry II 5 units MATH 1A Introduction to Calculus 5 units MATH 1B Calculus with Applications 5 units 28 units 9

10 Total Units that may be double counted CSU-GE-B or IGETC requirements (allowing double counting) CSU Transferable Electives 28 units 7 units 0-2 units Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer (AA-T) campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete no more than should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer degree is designed to provide the opportunity to achieve an associate degree in the student s area of specialization. The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Political Science or similar major. While a baccalaureate degree is recommended preparation for those considering professional careers in this field, the completion of this program will demonstrate commitment to the field, and provide comprehensive preparation for upper division work. Upon completion of the Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer degree requirements, students will begin preparation for careers such as teaching, law, local, state, and federal government, and group advocacy. Associate Degree for Transfer requirements: State University General Education Breadth Requirements. 10

11 Required core courses: POLSCI 1 Introduction to American Government 3 units POLSCI 2 Comparative Government 3 units POLSCI 4 Introduction to International Relations 3 units MATH 25 Elementary Statistics 4 units Choose two courses below 6 units AOJ 1 Introduction to Criminal Justice GEOG 3 Cultural Geography HIST 4A Western Civilization to 1700 HIST 4B Western Civilization from 1700 HIST 17A History of the U.S HIST 17B History of the U.S Present PSYCH 2 Abnormal Psychology SOC 1 Introduction to Sociology SOC 2 Critical Thinking Social Problems SOC 3 Marriage and Family 19 units Total Units that may be double counted CSU-GE-B or IGETC requirements (allowing double counting) CSU Transferable Electives 19 units units units Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer (AA-T) campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete no more than 11

12 should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information The sociology curriculum is designed to provide the opportunity to achieve an associate degree in the student s area of specialization. The Associate in Arts in Sociology for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Sociology or similar major. Associate Degree for Transfer requirements: State University General Education Breadth Requirements. Required core courses: SOC 1 Introduction to Sociology 3 units SOC 2 Critical Thinking and Social Problems 3 units MATH 25 Introduction to Statistics 4 units SOC 3 Marriage and Family 3 units SOC 5 Cultural Diversity 3 units Choose one course below: 3 units SOC 6 Drugs and Society SOC 7 Sociology of Mental Health SOC 10 Sociological Practice 19 units Double Counted (IGETC/CSU-GE) IGETC/CSU-GE Breadth Electives as needed 19 units 9-12 units units Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer (AA-T) 12

13 campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete no more than should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer degree is designed to provide the opportunity to achieve an associate degree in the student s area of specialization. Upon completion of a baccalaureate degree, students will be preparing for careers such as teaching, commercial art, museum curator, computer art, or to be self-employed. The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer degree is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer into the CSU system to complete a baccalaureate degree in Studio Arts or similar degree. Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements: State University General Education Breadth Requirements. Required core courses: ART 2 Two-Dimensional Design 3 units ART 3 Introduction to 3-Dimensional Fundamentals 3 units ART 5A Basic Drawing 3 units ART 15A Introduction to Painting 3 units ART 16A Survey of Western Art: Pre-History To Proto-Renaissance 3 units ART 16B Survey of Western Art: Renaissance to the Present 3 units ART 20A Introduction to Digital Art 3 units 21 units Choose 3 units from the following: ART 5B Intermediate Drawing 3 units ART 7 Figure Drawing 3 units Total Units that may be double counted CSU-GE-B or IGETC requirements (allowing double counting) CSU Transferable Electives 24 units 6 units 3-5 units 13