Apr 25, 2024  
2021-2022 University Catalog 
    
2021-2022 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Prefix and Course Index 

 

Kinesiology

Courses are designated as KNES in the class schedule. Students may sign up for only one section of a given performance activity in any semester. This applies to KNES 100  through KNES 167C , KNES 214A , KNES 214B , and KNES 246A . Thus a student may take KNES 102A - Beginning Jogging (1)  and KNES 112B - Intermediate Surfing (1)  since jogging and surfing are different activities; however, signing up for multiple tennis courses, for example, is not permitted.

  
  • KNES 449E - First Semester Student Teaching (3)


    Eight-week practicum (120 hours, Monday-Friday) co-teaching in secondary schools. Credit/No Credit only. Requires B (3.0) or better for credit.

    Prerequisite: Single Subject Credential student. Corequisite: KNES 442 .

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 449I - Second Semester Student Teaching (10)


    A 360-hour practicum in a single subject in public schools. Credit/No Credit only. Requires a B (3.0) or better for credit.

    Prerequisites: EDSC 440S , EDSC 440F , KNES 442 , KNES 449E . Corequisite: KNES 449S .

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 449S - Seminar in Secondary Teaching (3)


    Student teaching in a single subject in public schools. Credit/No Credit only. Requires a B (3.0) or better for credit.

    Prerequisites: EDSC 440S , EDSC 440F , KNES 442 , KNES 449E . Corequisite: KNES 449I .

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 450 - Program Design for Strength and Conditioning (3)


    Outcomes associated with different strength training regimens. Periodization and planned variation of the acute program variables of frequency, intensity, volume and rest across cycles of training to prevent overtraining and promote peak performance.

    Prerequisites: KNES 351 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • KNES 451 - Sports Medicine (3)


    Various general medical pathologies, pharmacological issues and ergogenic aids related to sport/exercise.

    Prerequisites: KNES 348 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • KNES 453 - Clinical Exercise Physiology (3)


    Applying exercise physiology concepts to clinical/pathological situations in order to determine the therapeutic and functional benefits of physical activity.

    Prerequisites: KNES 348 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 454 - Physical Dimensions of Aging (3)


    Scientific evidence concerning the relationship between level of physical activity and physical, cognitive and psychosocial well-being during aging. Changes that occur during aging, changes related to inactive lifestyles, and the positive effects of an active lifestyle on preventing disease and disability.

    Prerequisites: junior or senior standing; 6 upper-division KNES units or 6 units from AGNG 133 /HUSR 133 /PSYC 133 /SOCI 133 , BIOL 306 , PSYC 362 , SOCI 443 ; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 455 - Functional Performance Assessment and Programming for Older Adults (3)


    Development of technical and personal skills related to functional performance assessment and to the development and implementation of physical activity programs for healthy and frail older adults.

    Prerequisites: KNES 454 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 456 - Environmental Exercis Physiology (3)


    Interrelationship between the physical environment and the human while exercising under different states of fitness and acclimatization.

    Prerequisites: KNES 348 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 457 - Practice of Personal Training (3)


    Physiological responses and adaptations associated with strength and aerobic training to design fitness programs across the lifespan. Scientific foundation, client evaluation, exercise technique, safety and legal issues, program design and special populations.

    Prerequisites: KNES 351 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 458 - Measurement Techniques in Strength & Conditioning (3)


    Understand theory, operate equipment and analyze resultant data related to endurance, strength and power testing. Exposure to a variety of assessment techniques commonly performed in strength and conditioning, biochemistry, and exercise physiology.

    Prerequisites: KNES 348L  and KNES 351 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 460 - Worksite Health Promotion (3)


    Philosophy, rationale and guidelines for developing health promotion programs in the corporate setting. Unique considerations in assessing needs, planning and implementing programs, evaluating effectiveness and coordinating activities in the workplace are discussed. (PUBH 460 and KNES 460 are the same course.)

    Prerequisites: PUBH 320  or KNES 202 ; not freshman standing; or Health Science minor; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 461 - Biomechanical Analysis of Human Movement (3)


    Analytical approach to mechanics of human motion. Quantitative video analysis techniques are introduced and applied to select movement analysis projects.

    Prerequisites: KNES 361 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 463 - Biomechanics of Musculoskeletal Injury (3)


    Biomechanical analysis of human movement patterns and how they are related to the development of various musculoskeletal injuries. Biomechanical assessment and correction for prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injury will also be developed.

    Prerequisites: KNES 361 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 465 - Administration and Leadership in Athletic Training (3)


    Conceptual, legal, moral, ethical, technical and practical aspects of leadership and administration in sport/exercise healthcare programs, including the value of quality research and evidence in clinical practice.

    Prerequisites: KNES 365 ; junior, senior or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 468 - Clinical Proficiencies in Athletic Training IV (2)


    Practical integration of proficiencies centered on pathology prevention and health promotion, as well as assessment, clinical diagnosis, acute care, and therapeutic interventions.

    Prerequisites: KNES 369 ; junior, senior or graduate standing.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 469 - Clinical Proficiencies in Athletic Training V (2)


    Practical integration of proficiencies centered on pathology assessment, clinical diagnosis, acute care, and therapeutic interventions.

    Prerequisites: KNES 468 ; junior, senior or graduate standing.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 470 - Nutrition for Exercise and Performance (3)


    Role of different nutrients (macro and micro) to provide energy during exercise, enhance performance and support recovery after exercise. Fluid replenishment, nutritional supplements, nutritional immunology and the female athlete.

    Prerequisites: KNES 348 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • KNES 471 - Motor Control and Movement Dysfunction (3)


    Contemporary motor control theories and how they are applied to the development of therapeutic exercise programs for children and adults with balance and movement disorders caused by disease and/or trauma to the neurological system.

    Prerequisites: KNES 371 ; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 480 - Gender and Sexuality Issues in Sport (3)


    Sociocultural study of historical and contemporary gender norms and sexuality in sport, recreation, and leisure; emphasizing ways femininity, masculinity, and sexual orientation affect access, inclusion and participation.

    Prerequisites: KNES 381  or completion of G.E. Category D.1 or D.3; junior or senior standing; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 481 - The Socio-Cultural Study of the Olympic Games: Ancient to Modern (3)


    Historical, sociological and philosophical aspects of the Olympic Games from its creation in classical Greek antiquity to the emergence of the modern Olympics. Draw upon methods from multiple disciplines to examine the Olympic Games.

    Corequisite: KNES 380 , KNES 381  or KNES 499 .

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 483 - Sport, Film, and Culture (3)


    Using popular film, this course examines sport and its connection to culture and society to better understand sport’s place in human culture.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category C.1. or C.2; or graduate standing.

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KNES 494 - Practicum (1-3)


    Planning, preparing, coaching, teaching in public school, college or community physical education or recreation programs. May be repeated for a maximum of six units. Credits not applicable toward major or graduate program. Credit/No Credit only. Requires consent of faculty sponsor, field supervisor, fieldwork coordinator, and department chair.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    Department Consent Required
  
  • KNES 495 - Internship in Kinesiology (3)


    Seminar for analysis of field experiences, including appropriate theory, skills and techniques, in addition to supervised experience in an approved fieldwork location agency. Internship must be specific to the discipline of kinesiology. Minimum of 120 hours per semester. Application forms must be completed and approved prior to enrollment. May not be repeated for credit toward the major. Requires consent of faculty sponsor, field supervisor, and fieldwork coordinator.

    Prerequisites: minimum of 12 units of upper-division Kinesiology coursework completed; junior or senior standing.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    Department Consent Required
  
  • KNES 499 - Independent Study (1-3)


    Topics based on a study plan prepared in cooperation with a faculty supervisor. Culminates in a paper, project, comprehensive examination. Application forms must be completed and approved prior to enrollment. Maximum of three units in any one semester; may be repeated once.

    Prerequisites: minimum of 15 upper-division Kinesiology courses completed; junior or senior standing.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    Department Consent Required
  
  • KNES 508 - Statistical Methods in Kinesiology (3)


    Statistical theory, data collection procedures, techniques for analysis and interpretation of data.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 510 - Research Methods in Kinesiology (3)


    Fundamental tools of research. Types of research, process of scientific inquiry and critical analysis of research. Topic selection and development of a research proposal.

    Prerequisites: KNES 508  with a C (2.0) or better; graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 511 - Evidence-Based Practice in Athletic Training (2)


    Introduction to the research process and evidence-based practice (EBP) in athletic training and allied health. Topics include asking clinical questions, searching for evidence and critical appraisal of the literature. Focus on the current literature to inform clinical decision-making.

    Prerequisite: Athletic Training graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 516 - Advanced Study of the Philosophical Perspective of Human Movement (3)


    Methods of the philosophical process of human movement.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 532 - Physical Activity Promotion and Behavior (3)


    Apply behavior change principles and theories to the promotion of physical activity as well as develop and evaluate physical activity interventions.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 550 - Graduate Internship (3)


    On-the-job training experiences supervised by a fully trained practitioner. Minimum of 120 hours per semester plus conferences with faculty sponsor. Application forms must be completed and approved prior to enrollment. Upon completion of the internship, a written evaluation must be submitted. Not open to students on, or subject to, academic probation. Requires consent of faculty sponsor, field supervisor, field coordinator, and chair.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

    Department Consent Required
  
  • KNES 551 - Advanced Study in Physiology of Exercise (3)


    Current issues and research in physiology of exercise with emphasis on physiological control during acute exercise. Includes written, oral and laboratory assignments.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 555 - Applied Strength and Conditioning (3)


    Anatomical and physiological bases for programs that develop physical fitness and performance.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 558 - Advanced Study in Teaching Human Movement (3)


    Historical perspectives and current trends in pedagogical research and the resultant principles that undergird the science of teaching human movement.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 561 - Advanced Study in Biomechanics (3)


    Advanced methods and concepts associated with the quantification of human movement. Biomechanical analysis of force plate and three-dimensional video data.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 565 - Leadership and Administration in Athletic Training (3)


    Analyze the technical, practical, legal and ethical aspects of leadership and administration in athletic training and other health care organizations.

    Prerequisite: KNES 588 . Corequisite: KNES 566 .

    Graduate-level

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • KNES 566 - Athletic Training Administration Clinical Experience (1)


    Practical application of administrative tasks, patient care skills and clinical decision-making in various athletic training and healthcare settings. Targets healthcare-related policies and procedures, and preseason preparation as part of the sports medicine team.

    Prerequisite: KNES 589 . Corequisite: KNES 565 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 571 - Advanced Study in Human Motor Control and Learning (3)


    In-depth study of contemporary trends and issues in motor control/learning research. Application of research to practice.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 572 - Prevention and Management of Exercise-Related Emergencies (3)


    Knowledge and application of concepts related to the prevention, recognition, clinical diagnosis, and management of emergencies in sport/exercise. Hands-on patient-care skills.

    Prerequisite: Athletic Training graduate standing. Corequisite: KNES 585 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 573 - Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis I: Lower Extremity (3)


    Recognizing, evaluating and diagnosing musculoskeletal pathologies in the lower extremity. Using an evidence based approach to performing a comprehensive, systematic clinical examination in the athletic training setting.

    Prerequisite: Athletic Training graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 574 - Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis II: Upper Extremity (3)


    Recognizing, evaluating and diagnosing musculoskeletal pathologies in the upper extremity. Using an evidence based approach to performing a comprehensive, systematic clinical examination in the athletic training setting.

    Prerequisite: KNES 573 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 575 - Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis III: Head, Neck and Spine (2)


    Recognition, evaluation and clinical diagnosis of musculoskeletal and neurological pathologies of the head, neck and spine. Uses an evidence-based approach to performing a comprehensive, systematic clinical examination in the athletic training setting.

    Prerequisite: KNES 574 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 576 - Pathophysiology of Illness (3)


    Recognizing, evaluating and managing systemic illnesses and other health conditions. Pharmacological considerations for treating illnesses.

    Prerequisite: KNES 575 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 577 - Therapeutic Interventions I (3)


    Theory and application of therapeutic interventions for musculoskeletal injuries. Pathophysiology of human tissue in response to injury, the neuropathway of pain perception and the influence of various interventions on the early phases of the rehabilitation process.

    Prerequisite: Athletic Training graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 578 - Therapeutic Interventions II (3)


    Theory and application of therapeutic interventions for musculoskeletal injuries. Re-establishing normal joint mechanics and movement patterns following injury by addressing muscular strength, endurance, power and neuromuscular control. Emphasizes fitness and functional movement patterns before return-to-activity.

    Prerequisite: KNES 577 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 579 - Therapeutic Interventions III (3)


    Theory and application of non-traditional therapeutic interventions for the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. Topics include existing evidence for non-traditional modalities, exercise, manual therapies, pharmacotherapy, biologics, etc.

    Prerequisite: KNES 578 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 580 - Advanced Study in Sport and Exercise Psychology (3)


    Current issues and research in sport and exercise psychology. Topics include motivation, personality, leadership and group dynamics, attention/concentration, exercise adherence/compliance, sport and exercise injury, and behavioral change strategies.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 581 - Consultation in Applied Sport Psychology (3)


    Factors related to effective consultation for enhancing athletic performance. Knowledge of consultation issues will be derived from the existing best practices and literature with the purpose of drawing practical applications for the new professional. May be repeated once for credit.

    Prerequisites: graduate standing; KNES 383 , KNES 430 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 582 - Advanced Study in Sociocultural Perspectives of Human Movement (3)


    In-depth study of the theories and methods of the sociocultural perspective and their application to the study of human movement phenomena.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 583 - Psychology of Injury (3)


    Psychological theory, research and practice in relation to the prevention, occurrence, and rehabilitation of sport injuries. Major topics include psychological risk factors for injury, psychological responses to injury, and psychological interventions to prevent injuries and enhance injury rehabilitation.

    Prerequisite: graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 585 - Emergency Management Clinical Experience (1)


    Practical application of patient care skills and clinical decision-making in various athletic training and healthcare settings. Complete a rotation at an assigned clinical site while supervised by a CSUF ATP preceptor. Acute care of athletic-related injuries.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 586 - Athletic Training Clinical Seminar I (2)


    Develop clinical decision-making skills within Evidence Based Practice framework. Integrate theory from didactic courses with practical experience gained during concurrent clinical rotations. Lower extremity musculoskeletal evaluation and acute care techniques.

    Prerequisite: Athletic Training graduate standing. Corequisite: KNES 587 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 587 - Athletic Training Clinical Experience I (2)


    Practical application of patient care skills and clinical decision-making in various athletic training and healthcare settings. Complete a clinical rotation at an assigned clinical site while supervised by a CSUF ATP preceptor.

    Prerequisite: Athletic Training graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 588 - Athletic Training Clinical Seminar II (2)


    Develop clinical decision-making skills within Evidence Based Practice framework. Integrate theory from didactic courses with practical experience gained during concurrent clinical rotations. Musculoskeletal and general medical evaluation and rehabilitative exercise techniques.

    Prerequisite: KNES 586 . Corequisite: KNES 589 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 589 - Athletic Training Clinical Experience II (2)


    Practical application of patient care skills and clinical decision-making in various athletic training and healthcare settings. Complete a clinical rotation at an assigned clinical site while supervised by a CSUF ATP preceptor.

    Prerequisite: KNES 587 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 590 - Athletic Training Clinical Seminar III (2)


    Developing clinical decision-making skills within Evidence Based Practice framework. Integrate theory from didactic courses with practical experience gained during concurrent clinical rotations. Head and spine evaluation and techniques for evaluating efficacy of non-traditional therapies.

    Prerequisite: KNES 588 . Corequisite: KNES 591 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 591 - Athletic Training Clinical Experience III (2)


    Practical application of patient care skills and clinical decision-making in various athletic training and healthcare settings. Complete a clinical rotation at an assigned clinical site while supervised by a CSUF ATP preceptor.

    Prerequisite: KNES 589 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 592 - AT Project (3)


    Culminating experience for AT students that requires engagement in the scholarship of application. Demonstrate the ability to identify clinical problems and apply effective, evidence-based interventions. Present projects to faculty in a public forum following project completion.

    Prerequisite: KNES 590 . Corequisite: KNES 593 .

    Graduate-level

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • KNES 593 - Athletic Training Clinical Experience IV- Immersive (3)


    Intensive clinical experience of the totality of care provided by athletic trainers. Participate in the full-time, day-to-day role of an AT as appropriate for the clinical setting while supervised by a CSUF ATP preceptor.

    Prerequisite: KNES 591 . Corequisite: KNES 592 .

    Graduate-level

  
  • KNES 597 - Project (3)


    Directed independent inquiry. Not open to students on, or subject to, academic probation. Requires classified graduate standing, successful completion of an oral presentation of the project, and signature of all committee members on or before the census date of the semester in which the student elects to enroll.

    Prerequisite: KNES 510 .

    Graduate-level

    Department Consent Required
  
  • KNES 598 - Thesis (3)


    Student will select and have approved a research proposal, conduct the research, and prepare a formal analysis and report. May be repeated. Not open to students on, or subject to, academic probation. Requires classified graduate standing, successful completion of an oral presentation of the thesis, and signatures of all committee members on or before the census date of the semester in which the student elects to enroll.

    Prerequisite: KNES 510 .

    Graduate-level

    Department Consent Required
  
  • KNES 599 - Graduate Independent Research (1-3)


    Student research in a specific area of human movement studies. Application forms must be completed and approved prior to enrollment. Upon completion of the research, a written report must be submitted. Not open to students on, or subject to, academic probation. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 units. Requires consent of the faculty adviser and chair.

    Prerequisites: KNES 510 , graduate standing.

    Graduate-level

    Department Consent Required

Korean

Courses are designated KORE in the class schedule.

  
  • KORE 101 - Fundamental Korean-A (3)


    Develop listening and reading comprehension, speaking and writing, and cultural awareness to communicate on a basic level. Introduction to Korean customs, culture and civilization. Conducted primarily in Korean.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • KORE 102 - Fundamental Korean-B (3)


    Continued development of listening and reading comprehension, speaking and writing, and cultural awareness to communicate on a basic level. Further study of Korean customs, culture and civilization. Conducted primarily in Korean.

    Prerequisite: KORE 101 .

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • KORE 203 - Intermediate Korean-A (3)


    Listening and reading comprehension, as well as oral and writing competence in Korean involving intermediate level language based on cultural materials with further exploration of Korean culture. Conducted primarily in Korean.

    Prerequisite: KORE 102 .

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • KORE 204 - Intermediate Korean (3)


    Continued development of communicative competence in Korean with a focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture. Vocabulary building and developing grammatical accuracy. Conducted primarily in Korean.

    Prerequisite: KORE 203.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • KORE 299 - Directed Study (1-3)


    Supervised research projects in Korean language, literature, culture, linguistics or business. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units. Requires consent of instructor and department chair.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    Department Consent Required
  
  • KORE 380 - Korean Culture and Society: K-Pop (3)


    Korean culture and society, as well as multicultural analysis of global issues, as reflected in Korean popular music. Examines K-pop as both text and industry. Conducted in English.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category C.2.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit


Latin

  
  • LATN 101 - Introduction to Latin Culture and Language-A (3)


    Provides a working knowledge of Latin Language and culture, focusing on literary and cultural heritage, as well as linguistics and analytical skills.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit


Latin American Studies

Courses are designated as LTAM in the class schedule.

  
  • LTAM 100 - Introduction to Latin American Studies (3)


    Introduces salient features of Modern Latin America from an interdisciplinary perspective, emphasizing social, political, economic, and cultural trends. Analyze key historical moments, institutions, peoples, cultures, and issues to appreciate the diversity of Latin America today.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LTAM 105 - Introduction to U.S.-Central American Studies (3)


    Introduction to the interdisciplinary field of U.S.-Central American Studies. Racial, cultural, social, spiritual and political analysis ofBlack, Indigenous and Mestiza/o Central Americans and their migratory movements, cultural dynamics of diaspora, dislocation and memory in the U.S. (CHIC 105 and LTAM 105 are the same course.)

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • LTAM 300 - Topics in Latin America (3)


    Interdisciplinary examination and discussion of the history, geography, peoples and major issues of Latin America from pre-Colonial times to the present.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LTAM 350 - Mexican Life and Culture (3)


    Introduction to Mexican culture and civilization. Contemporary Mexican society with focus on social, political, environmental, cultural and historical issues. Requires travel to La Paz, Baja California, Mexico and will only be offered in summer or intercession. Letter grade or Credit/No Credit. (LTAM 350 and CHIC 350  are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LTAM 399 - Directed Study (1-3)


    Supervised individual or small group study as an elective. May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 6 units. Requires approval of program coordinator.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    Department Consent Required

Liberal Studies

Courses are designated as LBST in the class schedule.

  
  • LBST 100 - Introduction to the Humanities (3)


    Interdisciplinary introduction to the humanities as a set of related disciplines that apply conceptual, critical, historical and linguistic analyses to advance our understanding of what it means to be human.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • LBST 101 - Introduction to the Social Sciences (3)


    Major topics in the social sciences in order to understand their systematic study of human behavior, to realize the connections among particular issues and approaches, and to reflect critically on modern life.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • LBST 300 - Introduction to Liberal Studies (3)


    The natural world as theme, introductory exploration of values and modes of inquiry and expression in the arts and humanities, natural and social sciences.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category A.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 301 - Inquiry and Composition in Liberal Studies (3)


    Selected thematic interconnections between the arts and humanities, sciences and social sciences through reading, discussion and composition. Satisfies the upper-division writing course requirement for majors in Liberal Studies.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category A.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 302A - Historical Dimension of Liberal Studies (3)


    Origins and development of modes of thought and forms of expression in the three core areas of liberal studies, i.e., the natural sciences, social sciences, and arts and humanities.

    Pre- or corequisite: LBST 300 ; completion of G.E. Category A.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 302B - Historical Dimension of Liberal Studies (3)


    Origins and development of modes of thought and forms of expression in the three core areas of liberal studies, i.e., the natural sciences, social sciences, and arts and humanities.

    Prerequisite: LBST 302A  with a grade of C (2.0) or better.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 303 - Liberal Studies in the Humanities and Arts (3)


    Interdisciplinary approach to the humanities and arts that examines their purposes, structures and major developments since 1900.

    Prerequisites: MUS 101 , LBST 301 , LBST 302B , completion of G.E. Category C.2.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 304 - Liberal Studies in the Sciences (3)


    Interdisciplinary introduction to the character and aims of 20th-century science, current theories and knowledge, and the role of science and technology in contemporary society.

    Prerequisites: LBST 302B , LBST 301 , completion of G.E. Categories B.4 and B.1 or B.2.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 305 - Liberal Studies in the Social Sciences (3)


    Interdisciplinary introduction to modern social science in which major thinkers, ideas, movements and problems will be approached historically, comparatively and analytically.

    Prerequisites: LBST 302B , LBST 301 , completion of G.E. Category D.1.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 310 - The California Experience (3)


    Seven themes in California studies. Explores the California experience through readings, films and music, and three writing assignments that ask them to research one topic each in the arts/humanities, social sciences and natural sciences in California. (LBST 310 and HIST 310 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 315 - A European Tour (3)


    Interdisciplinary introduction to the development of European civilization in the pre-modern period through an examination of select sites. The geographical and environmental context, the peopling of Europe and the evolution of cultural, political, economic and religious ideas and institutions. (HIST 315 and LBST 315 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: completion of General Education Category C.2 or C.3 or HIST 110A .

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 322 - Cross-Cultural Social Thought (3)


    Interdisciplinary exploration of the variety of cultural and historical approaches to enduring questions of social life, organization, and cooperation. The differences, as well as interactions, between these approaches.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 323 - Cross-Cultural Humanities (3)


    Interdisciplinary exploration of the humanities through a series of questions humans have raised across cultures and historical periods. The commonalities of human concerns and the diversity and uniqueness of the answers given to them.

    Prerequisites: completion of G.E. Categories C.1 and C.2.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 325 - Cross-Cultural History of Medicine (3)


    The diversity of health and healing systems from the early modern period to the present. Employ an interdisciplinary approach to examine the science and ethics of health and healing across a variety of geographical, historical and cultural contexts. (LBST 325 and HIST 325 are the same course.)

    Prerequisites: completion of G.E. category D.1; junior or senior standing.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 330 - History of Early Science and Technology (3)


    Science and technology in the development of human culture, especially the interactions among science, technology and society in ancient Greece and China, medieval and Renaissance Europe, and Islam. (HIST 330 and LBST 330 are the same course).

    Prerequisite: Completion of G.E. Category B.1 and B.2.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 331 - History of Science: Copernicus to the Present (3)


    Science from the 16th century to the present, especially the scientific revolutions of the 17th and 20th centuries and the interaction between science, technology and culture. (HIST 331 and LBST 331 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: Completion of G.E. Category B.1 or B.2.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 333 - Evolution and Creation (3)


    Interdisciplinary study of evolutionary biology’s impact on culture in context of religious doctrines of creation. Evolutionary theory and religious and philosophical reactions from Darwin to the present, including relevant educational and legal contexts. (PHIL 333 and LBST 333 are the same course.)

    Prerequisites: completion of G.E. Categories B.2 and C.2.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • LBST 335 - Science on the Silver Screen (3)


    Representations of science and scientists in film. Themes include images of scientists, the relationship between science and society, depictions of scientific personalities, and the emotional lives of scientists.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category C.2.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • LBST 337 - Science, Technology, and Society (3)


    Interdisciplinary examination of the relationships between science, technology, and social institutions and structures. Emphasis on developing and maintaining scientific literacy, understanding personal and public risk assessment, and participating in civic discussions of science policy.

    Prerequisite: Completion of G.E. Category B.1 and B.2.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 340 - Food in the Social Sciences (3)


    Interdisciplinary exploration of the study of food in the social sciences. The meanings of food in the construction of society and culture across time and space.

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category D.1.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

    One or more sections may be offered in any online format.
  
  • LBST 341 - Ancient Eats: Food and Foodways in the Ancient World (3)


    Food in the Roman Empire and elsewhere in the ancient world. Farming, sustainability, trade, purchasing, processing, production, ingredients, terroir, recipes, tools, the place and function of feasts, and food in myth, cult and philosophy (LBST 341 and HIST 341 are the same course.)

    Prerequisite: completion of G.E. Category C.2.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 401 - Knowledge in the Arts and Sciences (3)


    Philosophical analysis and comparison of how the natural sciences, the social sciences, and the arts and humanities apply epistemological or aesthetic criteria to assess scientific and artistic activities. Evolution of these criteria in their social and ideological context.

    Prerequisites: LBST 304 ; LBST 303  or LBST 305 .

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 482 - Interdisciplinary Thematic Research Seminar (3)


    Develop, organize, create and evaluate a research proposal, annotated bibliography and research paper on a student-selected interdisciplinary topic. Present the project in oral, material or performance-based form. Satisfies the Senior Project requirement of the Interdisciplinary Thematic Emphasis. Must pass with a C (2.0) or better.

    Prerequisites: LBST 301 , LBST 302A , LBST 302B , LBST 303 , LBST 304 , LBST 305 . Corequisite: Liberal Studies, Interdisciplinary Thematic Emphasis B.A. major.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 485 - Senior Seminar in Cultural Diversity (3)


    Interdisciplinary study of the historical and cultural experiences of racial and ethnic groups in America. Student-led discussions.

    Prerequisites: completion of G.E. Category Z; LBST 301 , LBST 305 ; senior standing.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 486 - Senior Seminar in Humanities and Arts (3)


    Interdisciplinary study of selected topics in the humanities and arts. Integrates and builds upon previous classes in Liberal Studies. Student-led discussions.

    Prerequisites: LBST 301 , LBST 303 ; senior standing.

    Undergraduate Course not available for Graduate Credit

  
  • LBST 488 - Senior Seminar in Environmental Studies (3)


    Interdisciplinary seminar examining and analyzing environmental problems from the perspectives of the natural sciences and the social sciences. Requires participation in class discussions and written papers on environmental topics.

    Prerequisites: senior standing, LBST 301 ; LBST 304  or LBST 305 .

    400-level Undergraduate Course available for Graduate Credit

 

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