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Interdisciplinary Studies

Overview Degrees/Certificates Courses

The Interdisciplinary Studies degrees are designed for students who seek a greater understanding of disciplines within the Humanities and Fine Arts, environmental issues, the theories, methods, and analytical techniques commonly employed in the fields of Math and Science, or disciplines within the Behavioral and Social Sciences.

Degrees Offered

A.A. in Environmental Literacy
A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Arts and Humanities
A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Math and Science
A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences

Dean Rukiya Bates
Phone (916) 558-2204
Email counseling@scc.losrios.edu

Associate Degrees

A.A. in Environmental Literacy

The Environmental Literacy degree is designed to provide students with an interdisciplinary knowledge of environmental issues and theories focused on the humanities and social sciences (rather than the natural sciences). The program will require that participants learn (1) various historical, literary, social, psychological, economic, and philosophical dimensions and implications of environmental issues and (2) to read, write, evaluate, revise, and present their ideas with a level of clarity and cogency that will make them eligible for immediate employment.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
A minimum of 6 units from the following:		6
BIOL 305	Natural History (4)
BIOL 350	Environmental Biology (3)
GEOG 302	Environmental Studies & Sustainability (3)
A minimum of 6 units from the following:		6
ECON 304	Principles of Microeconomics (3)
ENGLT 328	Literature and The Environment (3)
PHIL 306	Environmental Philosophy (3)
A minimum of 6 units from the following:		6
BIOL 305	Natural History (4)
BIOL 350	Environmental Biology (3)
BIOL 360	Environmental Regulations (3)
CHEM 320	Environmental Chemistry (4)
GEOG 302	Environmental Studies & Sustainability (3)
GEOG 305	Global Climate Change (3)
ECON 304	Principles of Microeconomics (3)
ENGLT 328	Literature and The Environment (3)
PHIL 306	Environmental Philosophy (3)
SOC 301	Social Problems (3)
STAT 300	Introduction to Probability and Statistics (4)
or STAT 480	Introduction to Probability and Statistics - Honors (4)
Total Units:		18

The Environmental Literacy Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

possess specialized knowledge that will be applicable in fields such as environmental politics, literature, economics, philosophy, and community activism.
demonstrate familiarity with and understanding of the major environmental positions presented in the relevant history and literature.
identify, expose, analyze, and evaluate the interconnections between the environment and the domestic and world economies.
identify and critically evaluate environmental conflicts in various realms and at various levels.
write position papers in regard to environmental concerns that are clear, concise, and well constructed.
identify, expose, analyze, and evaluate the ethical dimensions of various environmental theories and practices.
compete for environment focused jobs in administration, law, government, design, journalism, etc.

Career Information

This degree will evidence competency in understanding and ability to work successfully with environmental problems and solutions upon graduation with the AA. Students should be able to assume administrative and research positions and other entry level, non-technical positions. For example, graduates with an associate degree in Environmental Literacy should be employable as environmental research assistants and community organizers (e.g., aiding community transition to low carbon activities). Depending on the course work selected, the course of study may lead into several social science (e.g., political science), humanities (e.g., philosophy), or environmental study bachelor degree programs. Note that most environmental study degree programs in California require natural science and math courses over and above those required for this AA. Students may find employment in policy, law, journalism, education, activism, and arts in regard to the environment. Positions such as policy adviser, energy contract negotiator, city resiliency specialist, public transportation coordinator, and environmental journalist are a sample of possible lines of work. Lastly, this program will prepare students to be active, informed participants in their communities in responding to the environmental challenges confronting us.

A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Arts and Humanities

The Interdisciplinary Studies degree is designed for students who seek a greater understanding of disciplines within the arts and humanities. This program is a good choice for students planning on transferring to the California State University or the University of California. The student will be able to satisfy general education requirements and focus on transferable course work that relates to a specific major and/or individual interest.

It is highly recommended that students consult a counselor to determine the classes within each area that will best prepare them for their intended transfer major.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
A minimum of 18 units from the following:		18¹
ARABIC 401	Elementary Arabic (5)
ARABIC 402	Elementary Arabic (5)
ART 300	Drawing and Composition I (3)
ART 301	Digital Drawing and Composition (3)
ART 302	Drawing and Composition II (3)
ART 304	Figure Drawing I (3)
ART 305	Figure Drawing II (3)
ART 307	Rendering (3)
ART 310	Pen and Ink Drawing (3)
ART 312	Portrait Drawing (3)
ART 320	Design: Fundamentals (3)
ART 322	Design: Image and Content (3)
ART 323	Design: Color Theory (3)
ART 324	Collage and Assemblage (3)
ART 330	Mural Painting (3)
ART 332	Oil Painting (3)
ART 333	Intermediate Oil Painting (3)
ART 334	Acrylic Painting (3)
ART 335	Acrylic Painting: Abstract (3)
ART 336	Watercolor Painting (3)
ART 337	Intermediate Watercolor Painting (3)
ART 361	Printmaking: Survey (3)
ART 362	Printmaking: Intaglio (3)
ART 363	Printmaking: Screen Printing (3)
ART 364	Printmaking: Relief (3)
ART 366	Printmaking: Lithography (3)
ART 367	Book Arts (3)
ART 370	Three Dimensional Design (3)
ART 372	Sculpture (3)
ART 373	Intermediate Sculpture (3)
ART 374	Sculpture Lab (1 - 2)
ART 375	Figure Sculpture (3)
ART 380	Techniques in Metal Design (3)
ART 381	Intermediate Techniques in Metal Design (3)
ART 384	Metal Design: Emphasis In Casting (3)
ART 385	Metal Arts Lab (1 - 2)
ART 390	Ceramics (3)
ART 391	Intermediate Ceramics (3)
ART 392	Ceramic Lab (1 - 2)
ART 394	Wheel Thrown Ceramics, Beginning (3)
ART 395	Wheel Thrown Ceramics, Intermediate (3)
ART 396	Wheel Thrown Ceramics, Advanced (3)
ART 400	Clay Sculpture (3)
ART 404	Intermediate Clay Sculpture (3)
ART 440	Artists' Materials and Techniques (3)
ART 443	Art Gallery Operations (3)
ART 445	Art Gallery Operations (3)
ART 446	Portfolio Preparation (3)
ART 494	Topics in Art (0.5 - 4)
ART 495	Independent Studies in Art (1 - 3)
ARTH 300	Art Appreciation (3)
ARTH 304	Ancient Art (3)
ARTH 306	Medieval Art (3)
ARTH 307	Italian Renaissance Art (3)
ARTH 308	Renaissance Tradition in Art (3)
ARTH 310	Modern Art (3)
ARTH 312	Women in Art (3)
ARTH 313	History of Western Architecture: Prehistoric to Renaissance (3)
ARTH 314	History of Western Architecture: Renaissance to Modern (3)
ARTH 318	History of American Art (3)
ARTH 320	Multicultural Art in America (3)
ARTH 324	Art of the Americas (3)
ARTH 325	Native American Art History (3)
ARTH 328	Survey of African Art (3)
ARTH 332	Asian Art (3)
ARTH 334	International Contemporary Art (3)
ARTH 410	Early 20th Century Art (3)
ARTH 484	Ancient Art-Honors (3)
ARTH 486	Medieval Art-Honors (3)
ARTH 487	Renaissance Art-Honors (3)
ARTH 488	Modern Art--Honors (3)
ARTH 494	Topics in Art History (0.5 - 4)
ARTH 495	Independent Studies in Art History (1 - 3)
ARTH 499	Experimental Offering in Art History (0.5 - 4)
CANT 401	Elementary Cantonese (4)
CANT 402	Elementary Cantonese (4)
CANT 411	Intermediate Cantonese (4)
CANT 412	Intermediate Cantonese (4)
COMM 305	Oral Interpretation (3)
DEAF 310	American Sign Language I (4)
DEAF 312	American Sign Language II (4)
DEAF 314	American Sign Language III (4)
DEAF 316	American Sign Language IV (4)
ENGCW 400	Creative Writing (3)
ENGCW 410	Fiction Writing Workshop (3)
ENGCW 420	Poetry Writing Workshop (3)
ENGCW 430	Creative Non-Fiction Writing Workshop (3)
ENGLT 301	Introduction to Literature in Hip-Hop Culture (3)
ENGLT 303	Introduction to the Short Story (3)
ENGLT 310	English Literature I (3)
ENGLT 311	English Literature II (3)
ENGLT 317	The English Bible as Literature (3)
ENGLT 320	American Literature I (3)
ENGLT 321	American Literature II (3)
ENGLT 327	Literature of California (3)
ENGLT 328	Literature and The Environment (3)
ENGLT 331	African-American Literature (1730-1930) (3)
ENGLT 332	African-American Literature (1930-Present) (3)
ENGLT 334	Asian-American Literature (3)
ENGLT 335	Latino, Mexican-American, and Chicano Literature (3)
ENGLT 345	Mythologies of the World (3)
ENGLT 360	Women in Literature (3)
ENGLT 365	Introduction to Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Literature (3)
ENGLT 370	Children and Literature (3)
ENGLT 380	Introduction to Shakespeare (3)
ENGLT 392	Science Fiction and Fantasy (3)
ENGLT 400	Introduction to Film (3)
ENGLT 401	Women in Film and Literature (3)
ENGLT 403	Film Adaptations (3)
ENGLT 404	Documentary Film Studies (3)
ENGLT 480	World Literature: Antiquity to the Early Modern World - Honors (3)
ENGLT 481	World Literature: Seventeenth Century to Present - Honors (3)
ENGLT 494	Topics in Literature (3)
ENGLT 495	Independent Studies in Literature (1 - 3)
ENGLT 499	Experimental Offering in Literature (0.5 - 4)
ENGWR 301	College Composition and Literature (3)
ENGWR 303	Argumentative Writing and Critical Thinking Through Literature (4)
FREN 401	Elementary French (4)
FREN 402	Elementary French (4)
FREN 411	Intermediate French (4)
FREN 412	Intermediate French (4)
GREEK 401	Elementary Modern Standard Greek (4)
GREEK 402	Elementary Modern Standard Greek (4)
HIST 300	History of Europe and the Mediterranean to 1500 (3)
HIST 302	History of Europe Since 1500 (3)
HIST 307	History of World Civilizations to 1500 (3)
HIST 308	History of World Civilizations, 1500 to Present (3)
HUM 300	Classical Humanities (3)
HUM 310	Modern Humanities (3)
HUM 332	American Humanities (3)
HUM 352	Religious Themes in Western Art, Literature and Music (3)
ITAL 401	Elementary Italian (4)
ITAL 402	Elementary Italian (4)
JAPAN 401	Elementary Japanese (4)
JAPAN 402	Elementary Japanese (4)
JAPAN 411	Intermediate Japanese (4)
JAPAN 412	Intermediate Japanese (4)
KOREAN 401	Elementary Korean (4)
KOREAN 402	Elementary Korean (4)
MAND 401	Elementary Mandarin (4)
MAND 402	Elementary Mandarin (4)
MAND 411	Intermediate Mandarin (4)
MAND 412	Intermediate Mandarin (4)
MUFHL 305	Music Appreciation (3)
MUFHL 309	Introduction to American Popular Music (3)
MUFHL 310	Survey of Music History and Literature (Greek Antiquity to 1750) (3)
MUFHL 315	Jazz History (3)
MUFHL 330	World Music (3)
MUIVI 315	Beginning Voice (1 - 2)
MUIVI 325	Intermediate Voice (2)
MUIVI 330	Advanced Voice (2)
MUIVI 345	Beginning Piano I (1 - 2)
MUIVI 346	Beginning Piano II (1 - 2)
MUIVI 355	Intermediate Piano I (1 - 2)
MUIVI 356	Intermediate Piano II (1 - 2)
MUIVI 357	Advanced Piano I (1 - 2)
MUIVI 358	Advanced Piano II (1 - 2)
MUIVI 371	Intermediate Guitar (2)
MUIVI 372	Advanced Guitar (2)
MUIVI 373	Popular Electric Bass Styles I (1)
MUIVI 374	Popular Electric Bass Styles II (1)
MUIVI 375	Popular Electric Guitar Styles I (1)
MUIVI 377	Popular Electric Guitar Styles II (1)
MUIVI 380	Improvisation Workshop I (2)
MUIVI 381	Improvisation Workshop II (2)
MUIVI 382	Improvisation Workshop III (2)
MUIVI 452	World Drumming (1)
MUIVI 454	Indian Classical Fusion Improvisation (1)
MUP 325	Jazz Band (2)
MUP 335	Concert Band (1)
MUP 355	College Choir (2)
PHIL 300	Introduction to Philosophy (3)
PHIL 306	Environmental Philosophy (3)
PHIL 310	Introduction to Ethics (3)
PHIL 330	History of Classical Philosophy (3)
PHIL 331	History of Modern Philosophy (3)
PHIL 338	Contemporary Philosophy (3)
PHIL 352	Introduction to World Religions (3)
PHIL 368	Law, Justice, and Punishment (3)
PRSIAN 401	Elementary Persian (4)
PRSIAN 402	Elementary Persian (4)
PNJABI 401	Elementary Punjabi (4)
PNJABI 402	Elementary Punjabi (4)
RUSS 401	Elementary Russian (4)
RUSS 402	Elementary Russian (4)
RUSS 411	Intermediate Russian (4)
RUSS 412	Intermediate Russian (4)
SPAN 401	Elementary Spanish I (4)
SPAN 402	Elementary Spanish II (4)
SPAN 411	Intermediate Spanish (4)
SPAN 412	Intermediate Spanish (4)
TA 300	Introduction to the Theatre (3)
TA 302	History and Theory of the Theatre I (3)
TA 303	History and Theory of the Theatre II (3)
TA 308	Diversity in American Theatre (3)
TA 342	Introduction to Acting (3)
TA 350	Theory and Techniques of Acting I (3)
TA 351	Theory and Techniques of Acting II (3)
TAFILM 300	Introduction to Film (3)
TAFILM 302	History of Film (3)
TAFILM 303	History of Film: 1880's through 1950's (3)
TAFILM 304	History of Film: 1950's to Present (3)
TAFILM 320	Cinema Genres (3)
TAFILM 330	Film Making (3)
TAFILM 360	Screenwriting (3)
TGLG 401	Elementary Tagalog (4)
TGLG 402	Elementary Tagalog (4)
VIET 401	Elementary Vietnamese (4)
VIET 402	Elementary Vietnamese (4)
Total Units:		18

¹Select courses from at least three areas.

The Interdisciplinary Studies: Arts and Humanities Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

evaluate and interpret the ways in which people throughout the ages in different cultures have responded to themselves and the world around them in artistic and cultural creation and expression.

Career Information

Students who complete this degree pattern can find career opportunities in the growing film and entertainment industries; in education; in the design and fabrication industries, and as an independent contractor concentrating in the area of their study.

A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Math and Science

The Interdisciplinary Studies degree is designed for students who wish to obtain a broad knowledge of arts and sciences plus additional coursework in a prescribed “Area of Emphasis”. This program is a good choice for students planning on transferring to the California State University or University of California. The student will be able to satisfy general education requirements, plus focus on transferable course work that relates to a specific major and/or individual interest. This degree will have an "Area of Emphasis" in Math and Science. These courses emphasize the natural sciences which examine the physical universe, its life forms and its natural phenomena. Courses in math emphasize the development of mathematical and quantitative reasoning skills beyond the level of intermediate algebra. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the methodologies of science as investigative tools. Students will also examine the influence that the acquisition of scientific knowledge has on the development of the world's civilizations. Possible majors at a four-year institution include, but are not limited to: mathematics, biology, chemistry, and physical science.

It is highly recommended that students consult a counselor to determine the classes within each area that will best prepare them for their intended transfer major.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
A minimum of 9 units from the following:		9¹
ANTH 300	Biological Anthropology (3)
ANTH 301	Biological Anthropology Laboratory (1)
ANTH 480	Honors Biological Anthropology (3)
ASTR 310	The Solar System (3)
ASTR 320	Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology (3)
ASTR 330	Introduction to Astrobiology (3)
ASTR 400	Astronomy Laboratory (1)
BIOL 305	Natural History (4)
BIOL 308	Contemporary Biology (3)
BIOL 309	Contemporary Biology Laboratory (1)
BIOL 310	General Biology (4)
BIOL 326	Ethnobotany (3)
BIOL 342	The New Plagues: New and Ancient Infectious Diseases Threatening World Health (3)
BIOL 350	Environmental Biology (3)
BIOL 370	Marine Biology (4)
BIOL 402	Cell and Molecular Biology (5)
BIOL 412	Plant Biology (5)
BIOL 422	Animal Biology (5)
BIOL 430	Anatomy and Physiology (5)
BIOL 431	Anatomy and Physiology (5)
BIOL 440	General Microbiology (4)
CHEM 300	Beginning Chemistry (4)
CHEM 305	Introduction to Chemistry (5)
CHEM 306	Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry (5)
CHEM 309	Integrated General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (5)
CHEM 320	Environmental Chemistry (4)
CHEM 330	Adventures in Chemistry (4)
CHEM 336	Art and Chemistry (4)
CHEM 400	General Chemistry I (5)
CHEM 401	General Chemistry II (5)
CHEM 410	Quantitative Analysis (5)
CHEM 420	Organic Chemistry I (5)
CHEM 421	Organic Chemistry II (5)
CHEM 425	Organic Chemistry with Biological Emphasis I (4)
CHEM 426	Organic Chemistry with Biological Emphasis II (4)
CHEM 484	Advanced General Chemistry - Honors (1)
ECON 310	Statistics for Business and Economics (3)
GEOG 300	Physical Geography: Exploring Earth's Environmental Systems (3)
GEOG 301	Physical Geography Laboratory (1)
GEOG 305	Global Climate Change (3)
GEOG 306	Weather and Climate (3)
GEOG 308	Introduction to Oceanography (3)
GEOG 331	Exploring Maps and Geographic Technologies (3)
GEOL 300	Physical Geology (3)
GEOL 301	Physical Geology Laboratory (1)
GEOL 305	Earth Science (3)
GEOL 306	Earth Science Laboratory (1)
GEOL 308	Introduction to Geology (3)
GEOL 310	Historical Geology (3)
GEOL 311	Historical Geology Laboratory (1)
GEOL 345	Geology of California (3)
PHYS 310	Conceptual Physics (3)
PHYS 350	General Physics (4)
PHYS 360	General Physics (4)
PHYS 410	Mechanics of Solids and Fluids (5)
PHYS 420	Electricity and Magnetism (5)
PHYS 430	Heat, Waves, Light and Modern Physics (5)
PSYC 310	Biological Psychology (3)
PSYC 311	Biological Psychology Laboratory (1)
A minimum of 9 units from the following:		9
MATH 300	Introduction to Mathematical Ideas (3)
MATH 310	Mathematical Discovery (3)
MATH 333	Introduction to College Algebra (3)
MATH 340	Calculus for Business and Economics (3)
MATH 342	Modern Business Mathematics (3)
MATH 355	Calculus for Biology and Medicine I (4)
MATH 356	Calculus for Biology and Medicine II (4)
MATH 372	College Algebra for Calculus (4)
MATH 373	Trigonometry for Calculus (4)
MATH 400	Calculus I (5)
MATH 401	Calculus II (5)
MATH 402	Calculus III (5)
MATH 410	Introduction to Linear Algebra (3)
MATH 420	Differential Equations (4)
STAT 300	Introduction to Probability and Statistics (4)
STAT 480	Introduction to Probability and Statistics - Honors (4)
Total Units:		18

¹Select courses from at least two sciences.

The Interdisciplinary Studies: Math and Science Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

demonstrate an understanding of scientific methodologies.
demonstrate quantitative reasoning skills.
apply scientific theories in the interpretation and analysis of the physical universe, its life forms, and its natural phenomena.

A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences

The Interdisciplinary Studies degree is designed for students who seek a greater understanding of disciplines within the social and behavioral sciences. This program is a good choice for students planning on transferring to the California State University or the University of California. The student will be able to satisfy general education requirements and focus on transferable course work that relates to a specific major and/or individual interest.

Catalog Date: August 1, 2024

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
A minimum of 18 units from the following:		18¹
ANTH 310	Cultural Anthropology (3)
ANTH 323	Introduction to Archaeology (3)
ANTH 324	World Prehistory (3)
ANTH 331	The Anthropology of Religion (3)
ANTH 332	Native Peoples of California (3)
ANTH 334	Native Peoples of North America (3)
ANTH 341	Introduction to Linguistics (3)
ANTH 481	Honors Cultural Anthropology (3)
BUS 330	Managing Diversity in the Workplace (3)
BUS 345	Law and Society (3)
COMM 321	Interpersonal Communication (3)
COMM 325	Intercultural Communication (3)
COMM 335	Conflict Management (3)
COMM 341	Organizational Communication (3)
COMM 351	Mass Media and Society (3)
DEAF 351	Introduction to American Deaf Culture (3)
ECE 312	Child Development (3)
ECE 314	The Child, the Family and the Community (3)
ECON 302	Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
ECON 304	Principles of Microeconomics (3)
ENGWR 384	Mass Media and Society (3)
ETHNS 300	Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3)
ETHNS 320	Introduction to African American Studies (3)
ETHNS 330	Introduction to Asian American Studies (3)
ETHNS 341	The Sociology & Psychology of Mexicans and Latinos in the U.S. (3)
ETHNS 350	Introduction to Native American Studies (3)
ETHNS 351	Native American Policy and Law (3)
ETHNS 360	Introduction to Chicana/o/x Studies (3)
GEOG 302	Environmental Studies & Sustainability (3)
GEOG 310	Human Geography: Exploring Earth's Cultural Landscapes (3)
GEOG 320	World Regional Geography (3)
GERON 300	Sociology of Aging (3)
GERON 302	Psychology of Aging: Adult Development and Aging (3)
GLST 301	Introduction to Global Studies (3)
GLST 302	Global Issues (3)
HIST 300	History of Europe and the Mediterranean to 1500 (3)
HIST 302	History of Europe Since 1500 (3)
HIST 307	History of World Civilizations to 1500 (3)
HIST 308	History of World Civilizations, 1500 to Present (3)
HIST 310	History of the United States (To 1877) (3)
HIST 311	History of the United States (1865 - Present) (3)
HIST 320	History of the United States: African-American Emphasis (3)
HIST 321	History of the United States: African-American Emphasis (3)
HIST 327	History of the Chicano/Mexican American (3)
HIST 344	Survey of California History: A Multicultural Perspective (3)
HIST 360	History of African Civilizations (3)
HIST 364	Asian Civilization (3)
HIST 365	Asian Civilization (3)
HIST 373	History of Mexico (3)
HIST 375	The History of Modern Latin America and Caribbean (3)
HIST 380	History of the Middle East (3)
HIST 381	Modern Palestinian History and Culture (3)
HIST 483	History of the United States - Honors (3)
HIST 484	History of the United States - Honors (3)
HIST 486	History of the United States: African American Emphasis - Honors (3)
HIST 487	History of the United States: African American Emphasis - Honors (3)
JOUR 310	Mass Media and Society (3)
JOUR 320	Race and Gender in the Media (3)
PHIL 368	Law, Justice, and Punishment (3)
POLS 301	Introduction to Government: United States (3)
POLS 302	Comparative Politics (3)
POLS 304	Introduction to Government: California (3)
POLS 310	Introduction to International Relations (3)
POLS 320	Introduction to Political Theory (3)
POLS 322	Political Ideologies (3)
POLS 340	Women in Politics (3)
POLS 480	Introduction to International Relations - Honors (3)
POLS 481	Introduction to Government: United States - Honors (3)
PSYC 300	General Principles (3)
PSYC 314	Animal Behavior and Cognition (3)
PSYC 315	Psychopharmacology (3)
PSYC 316	Cognitive Psychology (3)
PSYC 320	Social Psychology (3)
PSYC 335	Research Methods in Psychology (3)
PSYC 340	Abnormal Behavior (3)
PSYC 356	Human Sexuality (3)
PSYC 360	Psychology of Women (3)
PSYC 364	Psychology of Sexual Orientation (3)
PSYC 367	Psychology of Minorities (3)
PSYC 370	Human Development: A Life Span (3)
or EDUC 300	Human Development: A Life Span (3)
PSYC 374	Psychology of Aging: Adult Development and Aging (3)
PSYC 390	Psychology of Death and Dying (3)
PSYC 392	Loss and Grief (2)
PSYC 405	Substance Abuse: Effects on Body and Behavior (3)
PSYC 480	Honors General Principles (3)
SOC 300	Introductory Sociology (3)
SOC 301	Social Problems (3)
SOC 302	Introduction to Social Research Methods (3)
SOC 310	Marriage and the Family (3)
SOC 321	Race, Ethnicity and Inequality in the United States (3)
SOC 335	Sociology of Aging (3)
SOC 341	Sex and Gender in the U.S. (3)
SOC 343	Women and Social Action (3)
SOC 344	Sociology of Women's Health (3)
SOC 345	Global Women's Issues (3)
or WGS 302	Global Women's Issues (3)
SOC 375	Introduction to Community Building and Change Making (3)
or CSP 302	Introduction to Community Building and Change Making (3)
WGS 300	Introduction to Women and Gender Studies (3)
Total Units:		18

¹Select courses from at least three areas.

The Interdisciplinary Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

evaluate how societies and social groups operate.
demonstrate an understanding of the theories and methods employed in the social and behavioral sciences.
apply critical thinking skills in evaluating sociological, historical, and psychological phenomena.

Career Information

Students who complete this degree pattern will be well-suited to pursue careers in business, social work, criminal justice, law, politics, and education.

Interdisciplinary Studies (INDIS) Courses

INDIS 240 Service Learning Component

Units:1
Hours:18 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:This is a service learning component that is linked to designated service learning courses. Students must be co-enrolled in a designated service learning course, and the prerequisites of that course must be met. Consultation with the instructor is required prior to enrollment and will generally take place during the first week of class.
General Education:AA/AS Area III(b)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is an one-unit service learning course that can be added only to specific classes that will be designated in the Schedule of Classes. Students must be co-enrolled in a designated service learning course, and the prerequisites of that course must be met. Consultation with the instructor is required prior to enrollment and will generally take place during the first week of class. This course is designed to provide students with civic activities related to their coursework and will allow students to take an experiential approach to learning practical applications of course concepts. It can be added to existing classes in a variety of disciplines.

INDIS 313 Freshman Seminar

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:AA/AS Area III(b); CSU Area E1
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course treats success holistically by exploring the interpersonal, intrapersonal, and "soft" skills needed to be successful in today's world. Topics covered will include academic language and culture as they relate to a major and career, types of cultural wealth, problem solving strategies, the use of technology, campus resources and services, and life skills that will be applicable during college and life after college. The course will introduce students to one or more academic disciplines or areas of study, and discuss the academic and professional expectations and experiences of those disciplines. Students will examine their own educational and/or career goals, and learn how to make strategic decisions about their own learning. Students will evaluate their daily activities, choices, and behaviors while observing their impact on their ability to create habits that contribute to their success. The psychological, sociological, and physiological impacts of these behaviors will also be addressed. Students will be required to complete one of the following: 1) eight hours of volunteer service, 2) participate in eight hours of campus life, or 3) eight hours of additional classwork reflective of the pathway in which the course is offered.

INDIS 340 Service Learning Component

Units:1
Hours:18 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:This is a service learning component which is linked to designated service learning courses. Students must be co-enrolled in a designated service learning course, and the prerequisites of that course must be met. Consultation with the instructor is required prior to enrollment and will generally take place during the first week of class.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area III(b)
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

INDIS 350 Life and Culture in Study Abroad

Units:1 - 3
Hours:18 - 54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:The student must complete the pre-enrollment process into the Los Rios Community College District Study Abroad program.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area I
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to allow students to acquire a level of global competence while enrolled in the Los Rios Study Abroad program. Global competence is a continuing process of acquiring specific economic, historical, and geo-political knowledge, which supports the intercultural communication skills and authentic lived experiences that allow a person to function in another culture, and result in attitudes of cultural appreciation and interdependence. While participating in a specific Study Abroad program the student will have opportunities to study and generally survey the host country's historical, cultural, and geopolitical influences, as well as the societal structures, to develop an understanding and appreciation of the host culture as different from U. S. American culture. Students may find information about the pre-enrollment meetings at the Study Abroad website, located at http://www.scc.losrios.edu/studyabroad/.

INDIS 351 Italian Life and Culture in Study Abroad

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:The student must complete the pre-enrollment process in the Los Rios Community College District Study Abroad program.
General Education:AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area I
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to allow students to acquire a level of global competence with an emphasis on Italian life and culture while enrolled in the Los Rios Study Abroad program. Global competence is a continuing process of acquiring specific economic, historical, and geo-political knowledge, which supports the intercultural communication skills and authentic lived experiences that allow a person to function in another culture and result in attitudes of cultural appreciation and interdependence. While participating in a specific Study Abroad program the student will have opportunities to study and generally survey the host country's historical, cultural, and geopolitical influences, as well as the societal structures, to develop an understanding and appreciation of the host culture as different from U. S. American culture. Students may find information about the pre-enrollment meetings at the Study Abroad website, located at http://www.scc.losrios.edu/studyabroad/.

INDIS 352 French Life and Culture in Study Abroad

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:The student must complete the pre-enrollment process into the Los Rios Community College District Study Abroad program.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area I
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to allow students to acquire a level of global competence, with an emphasis on French Life and Culture, while enrolled in the Los Rios Study Abroad program. Global competence is a continuing process of acquiring specific economic, historical, and geo-political knowledge, which support the intercultural communication skills and authentic lived experiences that allow a person to function in another culture, and result in attitudes of cultural appreciation and interdependence. While participating in a specific Study Abroad program the student will have opportunities to study and generally survey the host country's historical, cultural, and geopolitical influences, as well as the societal structures, to develop an understanding and appreciation of the host culture as different from U. S. American culture. Information about the pre-enrollment process can be found on the Study Abroad webpage.

INDIS 353 Spanish Life and Culture in Study Abroad

Units:3
Hours:54 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Enrollment Limitation:This course is only available to students participating in Study Abroad programs in Spain and is therefore not available to all students during open enrollment. The student must complete the pre-enrollment process in the Los Rios Community College District Study Abroad program.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area I
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to allow students to acquire a level of global competence, with an emphasis on Spanish life and culture, while enrolled in the Los Rios Study Abroad program. Global competence is a continuing process of acquiring specific economic, historical, and geo-political knowledge, which support the intercultural communication skills and authentic lived experiences that allow a person to function in another culture and result in attitudes of cultural appreciation and interdependence. While participating in a specific Study Abroad program the student will have opportunities to study and generally survey the host country's historical, cultural, and geopolitical influences, as well as the societal structures, to develop an understanding and appreciation of the host culture as different from U. S. American culture. Students may find information about the pre-enrollment meetings at the Study Abroad website, located at http://www.scc.losrios.edu/studyabroad/.

INDIS 370 Introduction to Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM)

Units:1
Hours:18 hours LEC
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:LIBR 318
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces the STEM field from a local and global perspective through guest speakers, discussions, small research projects, and a culminating presentation. As a central theme to the course, students will investigate the challenges facing individuals from underrepresented groups in STEM as defined by the National Science Foundation. Students will then generate an individualized plan for pursuing their particular STEM emphasis of choice. This plan will consist of elements of a basic education plan, a reflection of their unique sociocultural experiences, specific study skills strategies, and STEM skills analysis and strategies for improvement. The student will be given an opportunity to apply the practices outlined in their plan through a sampling of a number of STEM-related courses (through guest lectures, etc.). This course is not open to students who completed the topic under INDIS 499.

INDIS 371 Skills Practice in Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM)

Units:1.5
Hours:18 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
Prerequisite:INDIS 370 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces the STEM field from a hands-on learning perspective. Based on a student's unique STEM-Skill profile, they will generate an individualized plan to address a particular STEM industry need. This plan will consist of an identification of that need and a specific engineered solution to it. In lecture, students will work on improving their STEM-Skills (spatial ability, proportional reasoning, pitch pattern perception, etc.). In lab, students will apply the steps outlined in their plan via hands-on experience in the campus Makerspace. These experiences will include an orientation and use of the equipment in the Makerspace lab in the generation of a final product. This course is not open to students who completed the topic under INDIS 499.

INDIS 372 Numerical Problem Solving in Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM)

Units:1.5
Hours:18 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
Prerequisite:INDIS 371 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces the STEM field through various data analysis techniques in a hands-on learning environment. As the course progresses, students will explore various STEM fields of study through a problem-solving lens. Specifically, students will use various mathematical or statistical techniques to uncover a particular STEM industry need. They will then use data analysis techniques to develop a plan for addressing this particular need and forecasting its potential effectiveness. Through a hands-on experience in the campus Makerspace facilities students will be given an opportunity to produce some important element of their proposed solution, and then showcase it to others. This course is not open to students who completed the topic under INDIS 499.

INDIS 373 Research Writing Techniques in Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM)

Units:1.5
Hours:18 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
Prerequisite:INDIS 372 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces the STEM field from a research writing and hands-on learning perspective. In this course, students will select a particular STEM industry topic and develop a plan for researching and reporting on this topic. Emphasis will be on producing a publication-themed manuscript based on their hands-on research for this topic. Therefore, the principal focus of the lecture portion of this course will be the research writing process. The lab portion of the course is where students will be given an opportunity to apply the research practices outlined in his or her plan through a hands-on experience in the campus Makerspace facilities. Students will use the research writing approach to guide them through the entire process and produce a manuscript potentially worthy of submittal for publication in a peer reviewed journal. This course is not open to students who completed the topic under INDIS 499.

INDIS 499 Experimental Offering in Interdisciplinary Studies

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.