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Science Illustration Certificate Program
  

  • SICP 508 - Design of Graphics for Motion, Web, and Print

    Exploration of techniques used to construct illustrations for use across multiple platforms including motion graphics, web, print and social media. This course covers intermediate techniques in Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator and introduces Adobe After Effects and In Design.

    Typically Offered: Administrative Use Only

    Units: 4
  

  • SICP 509 - Botanical Illustration

    With herbaria, live specimens, and field drawings as reference, students produce botanical images using a variety of media. Basic plant morphology, dissection studies, plant environments and human usages of plants are integrated into illustration assignments.

    Typically Offered: Administrative Use Only

    Units: 4
  

  • SICP 510 - Zoological Illustration

    Focuses on production of zoological illustrations as they are most commonly used in publication. Using appropriate traditional and/or digital media, students produce several illustrations on topics such as form & function, behavior, and animals in their habitats¿all with an aim toward portfolio development. Techniques for representing dimension, texture, and detail as well as morphology and movement of animals are discussed during the course of individual projects.

    Typically Offered: Administrative Use Only

    Units: 4
  

  • SICP 511 - Applied Integration of Digital Media

    Exploration of intermediate to advanced techniques integrating digital media into the context of a multi media science illustration workflow. Concentration on projects rooted in real world professional scenarios.

    Typically Offered: Administrative Use Only

    Units: 4
  

  • SICP 512 - Special Topics in Science Illustration

    Seminar series including practical and topical studies on a variety of subjects such as proper handling of natural history specimens, use of dissecting and compound microscopes, safety and health awareness for illustrators, portfolio design, preparation for a science illustration internship, writing an effective cover letter, and current trends and issues in the field of science illustration.

    Typically Offered: Administrative Use Only

    Units: 2
  

  • SICP 513 - Internship

    After the completion of the academic course work, students gain practical, real-life experience in the field of science illustration by completing a minimum ten-week internship at a museum, research institution, aquarium, science magazine, nature center, or graphic arts studio. The internship provides the opportunity for students to hone their skills, meet agreed upon expectations, and network in a professional setting.

    Typically Offered: Administrative Use Only

    Units: 6

Service Learning
  

  • SL 210S - The Promise and Reality of the American Dream

    This course gives students the opportunity to become personally involved in a community issue, while more deeply understanding their individual rights and responsibilities, along with the civic and political structures that govern collective and individual action in our society.  Students will examine the evolution of the founding civic documents of this country and state (US Constitution, Bill of Rights, California Constitution, etc.), and will gain a deeper understanding of their civil and human rights and critically examine the meaning, and limits and possibilities of liberty and justice for all as conceived in the U.S. and California Constitutions.  Students will complete a minimum of 25 hours of service as part of the service learning component of the course.

    General Education: DCSL Civics and Service Learning
    University Requirement: US23 Civics
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter

    Units: 3
  

  • SL 295 - Special Topics

    Studies a particular topic in Service Learning. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-6
  

  • SL 300S - Social Justice and Service Learning Pedagogy

    This course introduces students to social justice and service learning pedagogy.   Students will explore experiential education and community-based learning with a social justice orientation; and examine learning theories linked to critical pedagogy, social justice, and critical service learning.   Students are required to complete a minimum of 30 hours of service as part of this course.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing)
    University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • SL 305 - Leadership for Social Change

    Develops students’ leadership capacities as multicultural community builders by deepening their understanding of themselves, the surrounding community, and social change theories and practice. Students will work on leadership projects on campus and /or in the community.

    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • SL 320 - Preparation for International Service Experience

    This course provides preparation for students who will be involved in international service experiences. Students study about cultural, economic, political, and historical issues relevant to the region where they will be serving. Students examine issues underlying international service, including neo-colonialism, cultural imperialism and models of charity versus social change.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2-4
  

  • SL 391S - Service Learning Leadership Support

    Students develop their capacities as effective service learning practitioners and leaders, developing skills in critical reflection; service learning coordination and management; and social justice learning.  Required course for participation in the Service Learning Institute’s student leadership program. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing)
    University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 2
  

  • SL 394S - Service and Social Justice

    Students are introduced to theories of social justice, and explore social movements in service and social justice to understand the linkages between these two avenues for community development and activism. Through their own service experiences, students analyze systemic elements that perpetuate oppression and injustice, and develop their own capacities as catalysts for change by engaging in meaningful and respectful community work.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing)
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies, UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 4
  

  • SL 395S - Special Topics in Service Learning and Social Change

    Addresses emerging issues in service learning, community and social change. Requires a minimum of 30 hours of community service in addition to class time.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2-4
  

  • SL 490 - Participatory Action Research Methods

    Participatory Action Research is a cross-disciplinary and community-based approach to answering questions on the hearts and minds of those most impacted by the topic to be researched. This course introduces students to Participatory Action Research (PAR) methodologies and questions of power, knowledge, representation, and social action. Students will personally engage with the PAR process throughout the course to deepen their understanding of PAR tools, frameworks, and ethical concerns. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with C- or better)
    General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 3
  

  • SL 491S - Topics in Civic Engage

    Students examine issues of justice, diversity, compassion, and social responsibility in the context of community service. Addresses current community and civic concerns, relevant to the local region. Requires 30 hours of service in the community. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing)
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies, UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 4
  

  • SL 492S - Participatory Action Research Practicum

    Students work on Participatory Action Research (PAR) projects that are designed with and responsive to community concerns; and that build on community knowledge.  Requires 30 hours of service work local community organizations.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [[Prereq: (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better) and (Coreq: SL 490 )]
    University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 2
  

  • SL 493S - Advanced Participatory Action Research Practicum

    Students will engage as co-researchers in a Participatory Action Research (PAR) project with a community partner identified by the student. Guided by community knowledge of a social issue, the students, working with a community partner will design and implement a self-and community partner-directed PAR project. We will further consider texts that provide both informative enactments of PAR and those that offer a critical engagement with the method.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with C- or better)
    University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 3
  

  • SL 495S - Special Topics in Service Learning

    Studies a particular topic in Service Learning.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-6
  

  • SL 497S - Independent Study Service Learning

    Student develops independent service learning experience working closely with a community organization; completes a portfolio demonstrating achievement of Upper Divison SL Learning Outcomes; requires a minimum of 30 hours of community service.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing)
    University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

    Units: 2-4

SLP Speech-Language Pathology
  

  • SLP 571 - Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

    This course will provide an overview of the etiology and characteristics related to Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related disorders. Students will learn current evidence-based practices for diagnosis, assessment, and treatment for ASD. Current literature on pertinent social and legal issues will be discussed and analyzed.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 601 - Professional SLP Seminar I

    Clinical concepts/processes will be introduced including conducting file reviews, understanding clinical terminology and general disorder areas, identifying positive and negative clinician traits/dispositions, writing behavioral objectives, data collection procedures, general treatment and teaching strategies, and preparing for the first clinical experience.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1
  

  • SLP 602 - Professional SLP Seminar II

    Students will be introduced to clinical concepts/processes related to the treatment and diagnosis of various communicative disorders. Specifically, students will obtain experiences in test administration, scoring, interpretation, and oral/written communication of assessment results. Students will practice using assessment results to prepare lesson plans that include measurable treatment goals and strategies/techniques to implement in intervention.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SLP 601)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2
  

  • SLP 603 - Professional Seminar III

    This course will engage students in critical analysis and problem solving of issues related to the field of speech-language pathology. Students will hone skills in case management, data collection, progress monitoring, and interprofessional interactions / communication.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SLP 602)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1
  

  • SLP 611 - Clinical Practicum Children/Adults I

    Initial supervised practice in diagnosis and treatment of communicative disorders in children/adults. Students will engage in a variety of activities, which may include case history review, interview, test administration, data analysis, treatment plan design/implementation, report presentation, staffing, educational support, counseling, prevention of communicative disorders, and the enhancement of speech, language, hearing, and communicative effectiveness. 

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2
  

  • SLP 612 - Clinical Practicum Children/Adults II

    Development of competence in diagnosis and treatment of communicative disorders in children/adults through supervised practice. Students will engage in a variety of activities, which may include case history review, interview, test administration, data analysis, treatment plan design/implementation, report presentation, staffing, educational support, counseling, prevention of communicative disorders, and the enhancement of speech, language, hearing, and communicative effectiveness. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SLP 611 )
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 4
  

  • SLP 617 - Grand Rounds in Speech-Language Pathology

    Students will present client cases to faculty and peers. Students will include description and analysis of assessment and intervention procedures appropriate. Students will be encouraged to engage in reflective practices and problem solving in client case management.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1
  

  • SLP 619 - Supervised Clinical Experience: Externship

    Students will develop clinical skills through a supervised full-time clinical internship that includes a minimum of 200 clock hours. Specifically, supervised activities including case history review, interview, test administration, data analysis, treatment plan design/implementation, and report presentation. May also include: staffing, educational support, counseling, prevention of communicative disorders, and the enhancement of speech, language, hearing, and communicative effectiveness.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 10
  

  • SLP 621 - Research and Evidence-Based Practice in SLP

    This course is designed for graduate students in the SLP program. Students examine frameworks, processes, and compositional approaches to designing qualitative and quantitative research studies. Students will be able to critically evaluate and analyze research in the field and develop a research proposal.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 625 - Law & Ethics: Speech Language Practitioner

    This course will familiarize students with the state and federal laws specific to special education and other legal considerations for the field of speech-language pathology. Emphasis will be on ethical obligations (in alignment with ASHAs Code of Ethics) and client advocacy. Students will be provided with opportunities to explore interdisciplinary and collaborative practices pertaining to various settings.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 627 - Counseling for the Speech-Language Pathologist

    Counseling within the context of communication disorders will be explored. Students examine the emotional, practical, and theoretical perspectives of the full range of communication disorders across the lifespan for patients and caregivers. Interviewing and counseling techniques for individuals, families and groups is surveyed. The implications of multicultural and linguistic diversity for effective counseling are considered throughout the course. Ethical and professional issues relevant to counseling are discussed.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 629 - Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

    This course will cover: alternative and augmentative communication (AAC), AAC systems, its users and stakeholders, and the impact of AAC systems on communication; the assessment of individuals who may benefit from AAC; providing intervention using AAC systems; and service delivery to individuals requiring AAC, including advocacy, role of the SLP on teams working with these clients and the training of communication partners using AAC systems.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2
  

  • SLP 641 - Articulation and Phonology Disorders

    Candidates will gain knowledge in the areas of typical and atypical articulation development, along with phonological disorders, resulting from a variety of etiologies, will be presented and discussed. Introduction to evaluation tools, interpretation of results, and intervention methods will investigate.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 642 - Multicultural Issues in Speech-Language Pathology

    Students will understand language development, variation, and processing in bilingual individuals. Students will learn assessment and intervention practices/challenges associated with atypical patterns of language and literacy learning for bilingual/English learner students. Students will develop intercultural clinical competence and gain knowledge and skills related to ASHA Code of Ethics regarding Cultural Competence.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 651 - Language Disorders: Infants and Preschool

    This class is designed to prepare students for clinical interactions with human infants, toddlers, and preschoolers who have or are at risk for language disorders. Students will be introduced to current knowledge about typical development of language and other communication skills. That knowledge will then serve as a foundation for examining the ways in which clinically significant disorders are manifested in young children. Models of assessment and intervention will be presented, and specific applications will be discussed.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 652 - Language Disorders: School-age and Adolescents

    This class is designed to develop an understanding of school-age children (ages 5-21) with typical and disordered language. Students will examine assessment and intervention strategies within the school system including collaborative transdisciplinary models, Response-to-Intervention, integration of California curriculum-based standards in Individual Education Plans (IEPs), including language influences for diverse speakers and clinically significant etiologies.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 653 - Language Disorders: Adults

    Students will gain in-depth knowledge of acquired language disorders in adults. Evidence-based assessment procedures and treatment strategies will be introduced with a focus on functional outcomes. Students will gain experience with data collection, interpretation of assessment results, lesson plan development, and oral / written dissemination of report results.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2
  

  • SLP 654 - Cognitive-Linguistic Disorders in Adults

    This course will focus on acquired language and cognitive disorders in adults, secondary to cerebrovascular accident, traumatic brain injury, and dementia. Evidence-based assessment procedures and treatment strategies will be introduced with a focus on functional outcomes. Students will gain experience with data collection, interpretation of assessment results, lesson plan development, and oral / written dissemination of report results.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SLP 656)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2
  

  • SLP 656 - Neuroscience for the Speech-Language Pathologist

    This course will provide an in-depth exploration of the nervous system including the neurological structures and pathways involved in human communication. Students will study the neurological structure and function of the related neurological systems related to speech, language, and cognitive functions. Application to typical and related disorders will be reviewed.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 657 - Motor Speech and Craniofacial

    This course will review the anatomy, physiology and neurological bases and etiologies of craniofacial anomalies and motor speech disorders. Students will engage in evidence-based practices for evaluation and intervention of clefts and craniofacial anomalies. Introduction to assessment tools, protocols / procedures, and approaches to case management and corresponding intervention strategies. Treatment outcomes data will be investigated.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 658 - Dysphagia

    Typical anatomy and physiology of swallowing and related disorders across the lifespan will be covered. Assessment techniques for dysphagia through the different phases of swallowing will be discussed. Evidence-based practice considerations are incorporated along with interdisciplinary approaches to the assessment and treatment of swallowing disorders are discussed. Opportunities for both coursework and field work.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 661 - Voice Disorders

    The nature of voice disorders across the lifespan, including symptomatology, development, and etiology. Introduction to evaluation tools and instrumentation, interpretation of results, and evidence-based intervention techniques will be explored. Includes both coursework and fieldwork.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2
  

  • SLP 662 - Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies

    This course will review the anatomy and physiology of craniofacial features. The etiology of craniofacial disorders and anomalies will be explored. Students will engage in evidence-based practices for evaluation and intervention of clefts and craniofacial anomalies.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1
  

  • SLP 664 - Fluency Disorders

    This course will explore the nature, symptomatology, and current theories of the development of fluency disorders. Students will be introduced to evidence-based practices for diagnosis and treatment of fluency disorders including how to apply counseling principles and techniques specific to treating fluency clients.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2
  

  • SLP 665 - Aural Rehabilitation

    This course will provide an advanced level of knowledge and principles used in the assessment and remediation of persons with auditory impairments and will be taught with a clinical emphasis. Theoretical, methodological, and technical issues related to facilitating communication in individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2
  

  • SLP 670 - Culminating Experience

    Candidates will complete their culminating experience, which may take the form of a thesis, project, or written comprehensive examination. Students must complete an oral defense of their work. Students must continuously enroll in this course until completion of the culminating experience.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • SLP 695 - Special Topics

    Special topic courses focus on a specific area of practice for speech-language pathologists. These courses will vary by topic and provide students with up to date evidence based research and practice implications on the given topic.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1

Sociology
  

  • SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology

    Sociology is the systematic study of human social behavior. Sociologists examine not only how social structures shape our daily interactions but also how society constructs social categories and social meanings. This course offers an overview of sociological theories, concepts and methodologies through readings and discussions. You will develop a deeper understanding of self and society by applying sociological concepts and methods in class and in lab projects.

    General Education: DGSS General Social Sciences
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • SOC 120 - Thinking Sociologically

    This course provides students with an introduction to the study and practice of sociological thinking. Drawing connections across diverse perspectives, students learn the fundamentals of social constructionism, logical fallacies, ethical reasoning, critical thinking, identify the source of (mis)information, assess its credibility, and evaluate arguments by weighing the evidence.

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • SOC 197 - Independent Study

    Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-6
  

  • SOC 312 - Sociology of Gender

    Students will examine gender norms and socialization, gender identity and expression, and gendered structural inequality.  Particular attention will be given to examining gender from an inter-sectional perspective that encompasses race, class, and sexual orientation.  Modules will highlight the role of gender and gender inequality in social institutions such as the family, educational system, workplace, and government.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
    General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 3
  

  • SOC 315 - Marriage and Family

    This course examines family as a social institution, combining functional and sociological approaches. It utilizes historical and cross-cultural perspectives to examine and compare patterns of family behavior. Additional topics may include human sexuality, divorce, family planning, communication, gender equity, courtship/dating, and the psychodynamics of family life.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SOC 100  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • SOC 317 - Social Movements

    This course will provide an overview of key theoretical concepts in the study of social movements, including framing, resource mobilization, political opportunity structure, strategy and tactics, coalitions, collective identity and emotions, and transnational movements.  Students will apply these concepts to case studies of social movements: historical and modern, conservative and progressive, in both the United States and elsewhere in the world.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
    General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • SOC 320 - Labor and Labor Movements

    This class is an introduction to work and unionization in the United States and transnationally, focusing on current issues such as intersectional labor organizing, low-wage and precarious work, and transnational labor mobilization.  Students examine case studies of work and labor in the United States, with emphasis on comparative studies between the United States and other countries.

    General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 3
  

  • SOC 325 - Sociology of Latinos

    Introduces students to the sociology of Latinos in North America with an emphasis on the vast cultural diversity and historical complexity of this significant US population.  Reviews theories of race, ethnicity, and racialized immigration enforcement to address the racialization and marginalization of Latinos in the US. Extends the scope of this review to those sociological, economic, and political dynamics that underlie just how assimilation is deliberated.

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 4
  

  • SOC 332 - Punishment & Social Control

    What role does punishment play in those forms of social control deployed in modern democratic states? This course explores the nature, function, and dynamics of those forms of social control dependent on punishment, and its perceived place in promoting rehabilitation. Course content will review the social forces that shape institutional practice, including its manifestation in the penal system, and the role of poverty, inequality, race, and the media in framing contemporary practice.

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 4
  

  • SOC 333 - Sociology of Deviance

    This course examines the ways in which societies define deviance and their attitudes and beliefs. It employs a critical sociological approach to explore conformity/non-conformity and the relationship between individual liberty and social control. It also analyzes social reactions and outcomes of these definitions. Topics may include sexuality, suicide, prostitution, drug addiction, crime, and gender.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SOC 100  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 4
  

  • SOC 338 - Social Psychology

    Examines various psychologies and sociologies, and identifies theoretical and methodological similarities between them. From a psychological paradigm, derives shared meanings about the interpretation of the Self. And, from a sociological paradigm reaches an understanding of the role of Self in society, as well as the role society has on shaping the Self. Students experience a set of tasks that allow them to discover the “role of the other.”

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 4
  

  • SOC 360 - Population and Contemporary Issues

    This course studies historical, contemporary, and anticipated population conditions and trends as they relate to social issues and organization of society. It explores the population processes (fertility, mortality, and migration) as they affect and are affected by various influences such as urbanization, family, and environment. Additional topics may include undocumented migration, US-Mexico border, and globalization.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: STAT 100  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years

    Units: 3
  

  • SOC 365 - Technology and Society

    This course offers a broad introduction to the social dimensions of emerging information and communication technologies. An emphasis is placed on the specific historical and cultural contexts that shape practices of technology. Attention is given to the diverse ways technology shapes social life, including culture, economy, education, and military. It also examines how social structures of gender, race, class, sexuality, and nation are reproduced or reconfigured by technology.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SOC 100  and STAT 100  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 4
  

  • SOC 395 - Special Topics

    Studies a particular topic in Sociology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2-4
  

  • SOC 397 - Independent Study

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2-4
  

  • SOC 399 - Contemporary Immigration in Global Perspective

    Examines contemporary immigration issues and the relationships between immigrants and existing institutions and identities. Topics include: assimilation and integration, the children of immigrants and socio-economic mobility, transnational movements, undocumented immigration, racism and xenophobia within the immigration context, return, circular and onward migration, and the criminalization of immigrants.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
    General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3

Spanish
  

  • ES 260 - Contemporary Chicanx Literature: Survey

    This course serves as an introduction to Chicanx poetry and narrative by representative contemporary writers, considering their literary, cultural and historical contexts. The course also explores the place and evolution of the Chicanx literary tradition within the United States and Latin America. Genres such as Chicana feminist literature, Chicanx detective fiction, Chicana solidarity fiction, and Chicanx young adult literature will also be considered. Taught in English.

    (Crosslisted/Equivalent with SPAN 260 )

    General Education: F Ethnic Studies
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years

    Units: 3
  

  • ES 370 - The Chicano Community

    Examines the cultural, social, economic, and political aspects of the Chicano community in an historical and contemporary context. Incorporates field observation and community studies. Taught in English.

    (Crosslisted/Equivalent with SPAN 370 )

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
    General Education: F Ethnic Studies
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - even years

    Units: 3
  

  • SPAN 101 - Beginning Spanish I

    An introduction to the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures, with emphasis on the development of the basic communicative skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing) and grammatical structures. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.

    General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
    University Requirement: WCL World Cultures and Languages-BS
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • SPAN 102 - Beginning Spanish II

    Continues the study of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures, with emphasis on the development of the basic communicative skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing) and grammatical structures. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 101  with a C- or better)
    General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
    University Requirement: WCL World Cultures and Languages-BS
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • SPAN 103 - Intensive BeginingSpanish I &II

    An intensive course designed for beginning students. Emphasis on the development of communicative skills, basic structures, and cultural competence. Covers the equivalent of SPAN 101  and SPAN 102  in one semester. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 4-8
  

  • SPAN 200 - Beg Spanish Conversation

    Introduces Spanish conversation to support, develop, and strengthen skills in Spanish oral communication. Implements extensive speaking practice using everyday experiences.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-4
  

  • SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I

    Reviews and develops the fundamentals of Spanish grammar and emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills by studying and discussing short reading selections. Also available online. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 102  with a C- or better)
    General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
    University Requirement: WCL World Cultures and Languages-BS, WCLP World Culture and Language Proficiency-BA
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II

    Continues to develop the fundamentals of Spanish grammar and emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills by studying and discussing short reading selections. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  with a C- or better)
    General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
    University Requirement: WCL World Cultures and Languages-BS, WCLP World Culture and Language Proficiency-BA
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 3
  

  • SPAN 212 - Spanish For Spanish Speakers I

    This course is designed for heritage speakers (students who grew up speaking and/or listening to Spanish) and aims to welcome and nourish students’ linguistic resources and cultural heritages while expanding their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Spanish through exploring Latinx popular cultures and literatures. Taught in Spanish.

    General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
    University Requirement: WCL World Cultures and Languages-BS, WCLP World Culture and Language Proficiency-BA
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • SPAN 260 - Contemporary Chicanx Literature: Survey

    This course serves as an introduction to Chicanx poetry and narrative by representative contemporary writers, considering their literary, cultural and historical contexts. The course also explores the place and evolution of the Chicanx literary tradition within the United States and Latin America. Genres such as Chicana feminist literature, Chicanx detective fiction, Chicana solidarity fiction, and Chicanx young adult literature will also be considered. Taught in English.

    (Crosslisted/Equivalent with ES 260 )

    General Education: F Ethnic Studies
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years

    Units: 3
  

  • SPAN 262 - Latin American Literature in Translation

    Critical study of representative authors from colonial times to the twentieth century. Introduces students to key works of such literary masters as Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, Ruben Dario, Gabriela Mistral, Eduardo Mallea, Ernesto Sabato, Horacio Quiroga, Jose Marti, Jorge Luis Borges, Nicolas Guillen, Mariano Azuela, Juan Rulfo, etc. Taught in English.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 295 - Special Topics

    Studies a particular topic in Spanish. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-4
  

  • SPAN 297 - Independent Study

    Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-6
  

  • SPAN 300 - Pre-Capstone for Spanish Majors

    Directed toward Spanish majors preparing for their Capstone experience, this course aims to guide the student in the process of completing a capstone proposal and initiating the preliminary steps toward the graduation ePortfolio. The ePortfolio provides evidence that a student is making satisfactory progress toward meeting the Core requirements and Major Learning Outcomes (MLOs) for the Spanish B.A.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: WLC 300  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 2
  

  • SPAN 301 - Comp/Oral Practice

    This content-based course focuses on developing the three modes of communication - interpersonal, interpretive and presentational - with an emphasis on academic writing through readings and discussions. The use of authentic texts from Hispanic cultural and literary traditions allows learners to consolidate oral and written information. Taught in Spanish. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  or equivalent)
    University Requirement: WCLP World Culture and Language Proficiency-BA
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 301S - Service Learning in the Chicano / Latino Community

    Students will become involved in community projects of importance and relevance that engage them in matters relative to justice, compassion, diversity and social responsibility, and help them become effective multicultural community builders. The course is designed to help you enhance your skills in personal and professional communication as well as classroom discussions and oral presentations in Spanish. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  or SPAN 301  or Instructor Consent)

     
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies, UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 302 - History of the Spanish Language

    Surveys the development of modern Castillian and Latin American varieties of Spanish, its evolution as a Romance language, the Roman period, Visigoth and Arab influences, Native American contributions, and its modern language diversity. Focuses on linguistic and sociolinguist aspects of the dialects spoken throughout the Spanish-speaking world, including the United States.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 303 - Advanced Spanish Grammar

    Reviews all phases of communication skills with practice in understanding, speaking, and writing grammatically correct Spanish. Teaches specific components of Spanish grammar: the Spanish verbal system, the subjunctive, ser versus estar, and other problematic aspects of grammar. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)

     
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 304 - Intro To Hispanic Literature

    This course introduces the principles of literary analysis, based on reading and discussion of Hispanic literary texts. Includes fiction, drama, essay, and poetry from Spain and Spanish America. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 305 - Spanish for The Professions

    Designed for students interested in developing a functional use of Spanish for the professions (business, education, law, medicine, social work, etc.), from a Hispanic cultural perspective. Students will have an opportunity to practice and develop their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. The Spanish-speaking world will provide the cultural context, and the area of business the content area. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 306 - Culture/Civilization of Span Ltn Amer

    This course presents a historical and cultural overview of Hispanic Latin America from its pre-Columbian origins to the present through works of literature, art, music, and video clips. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 307 - History&Politics Of Mex

    Examines Mexico’s history and its peoples from indigenous periods to the arrival of Europeans and Spanish colonization including the mission system and rancherìas of California, New Mexico, and Colorado. Focuses on the independence movement and Mexico’s relationship with the United States during westward expansion. Examines the 20th century by focusing on the Mexican Revolution and the factors which have resulted in continuous northern migration. Taught in English with Spanish readings for Spanish majors.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 308 - Hist/Cultr Aztlan:SW US

    Covers the story of indigenous peoples of the southwestern United States: Aztlan, the Spanish colonial period, the Mexican period, and the acquisition and settlement by the United States. Seeks the exposition of indigenous and Hispanic historical and cultural foundations of the region and the confluence with other Asian and European influences. Taught in English with Spanish readings for Spanish majors.

    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 309 - Hist & Polit Of Latn Amer

    Surveys Latin American history focusing on the development of political and social structures since the independence movements of the 19th century. Emphasizes Latin phenomenon as caudillismo, indigenismo, the Church and liberation theology, and the revolutionary movements in the 20th century. Taught in English.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 310 - Latinx Children’s Literature

    This course critically examines U.S. Latinx children’s literature, including middle grade and young adult texts. The course considers the dialogue of representative texts with significant topics within Latinx and Latin American literature, such as the reinterpretation of traditional archetypes, translanguaging, immigration, and sexuality. These texts are also studied as instruments in the cultivation of a greater understanding of social justice in contexts related to children. Taught in Spanish. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 312 - Current Topics for Spanish Speakers

    This course is designed for students who grew up in an environment where Spanish was spoken frequently and want to improve their language skills in Spanish. The course builds on what students have learned at home and guides them to engage in academic Spanish. Special attention is paid to developing vocabulary, strengthening composition skills, and analyzing texts, and increasing confidence through inspiring critical analysis of social themes relevant to Spanish-speaking communities.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  with C- or better or equivalent)
    General Education: UDC Intergrated Arts and Humanities
    University Requirement: WCLP World Culture and Language Proficiency-BA
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • SPAN 313 - Intro to Spanish Linguistics

    Intro to Spanish Linguistics: Presents the principal branches of linguistic study, as it pertains to Spanish: the sound system (phonetics and phonology), the structure of words (morphology), and the structure of sentences (syntax). Additionally, attention is paid to bilingualism, especially Spanish in the US, and how Spanish is spoken/written differently by various social groups (sociolinguistics) and in various Spanish-speaking countries (dialectology). Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 314 - Spanish Applied Linguistics

    This course provides an introduction to basic concepts in Spanish Applied Linguistics, with the goal of preparing students to teach Spanish as a second language and/or as a heritage language. It explores pedagogical issues related to second and heritage language development, language teaching methodologies, pragmatics, linguistic variation, and the use of technology in language learning and instruction. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 315 - Introduction to Translation: Spanish/English

    Students perform introductory translation assignments from Spanish to English and vice versa. They develop an understanding of translation theory through reading and class discussion and come to understand communicative translation and compare it to a direct, word-for-word approach. Problematic grammatical, discursive, and pragmatic issues are analyzed and the grammar of Spanish is reviewed in detail. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 316 - Cultures and Civilizations of Spain

    Study of the development of Spanish culture & civilization through geography, religion, sociology, and the arts of the Iberian Peninsula with special reference to the ways of thinking and cultural products. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 321 - Masterpieces of Hispanic Literature

    Reading and discussion of selected masterworks of literature as they reflect the historical, political, and social context of the Peninsular Spanish experience. Students will be introduced to reading and writing critically, and discussing both form and content within these works. All discussions will be carried out in Spanish. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 304  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 322 - Masterpieces of Hispanic Literature: Latin America & the Caribbean

    Reading and discussion of selected masterworks of literature as they reflect the historical, political, and social context of the Latin American and Caribbean experience. Students are introduced to critically reading, writing, and discussing the form and content of these literary masterpieces. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 304  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 323 - Hispanic Sociolinguistics

    This course provides an introduction to basic concepts in sociolinguistics, focusing on the symbolic value of language as an expression of group identity based on region, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic class, age, and other ways of defining group affiliation. The course also surveys topics such as linguistic variation, language contact, language attitudes, and language identity. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 325 - Hispanic Cinema

    This course will examine the multiple ways that Hispanic and Brazilian filmmakers have seen Hispanic world, its people, religious beliefs and cultures for more than a century. This course provides the student with a range of perspectives on cultural developments in Spain, Brazil, Latin America and the Caribbean from the colonial to the modern period, using critical and literary texts as well as films. Taught in English.

    Typically Offered: Spring term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 330 - Hispanic Testimonials

    A course on individual and collective memoirs, diaries, confessions and traveling accounts. Students read and analyze written texts and films, keep journals, and create life writing or multimedia production in Spanish. Taught in Spanish.

    Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 335 - Popular Culture in the Americas

    This course proposes a hemispheric, interdisciplinary  examination of intercultural dialog that influenced and shaped popular cultural production both in Latin America and the United States throughout the 20th and early 21st centuries. Hispanic cultural products and its manifestations (mass culture, high culture, popular culture) are examined by its intersections with history, race/ ethnicity, gender, social class, religion, migration/ exile, and hybrid identities. Taught in Spanish.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 301  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 4
  

  • SPAN 336 - LGBTQ/ Queer Hispanic Experiences

    This course proposes an interdisciplinary examination of LGBTQ/ Queer experiences as seen in Hispanic cultures. This course presents a historical overview of gender and sexuality studies beginning with indigenous concepts of gender in Latin America and examines corresponding social-political movements of the 20th/21st centuries. LGBTQ and queer cultural products are examined with intersectional approaches to language, race/ ethnicity, migration/ exile, and hybrid identities. Taught in Spanish. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201  or SPAN 202  or SPAN 212  or equivalent)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years

    Units: 4
 

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