Philosophy 100 - Logic and Critical Thinking
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Units: 3 Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass Option
This course explores the relationship of communications and critical thinking with a focus on good reasoning and the impediments to its mastery. This course emphasizes the development of skills in logical processes including familiarity with the more common fallacies. This course is designed for students learning to apply principles of critical thinking to the practical problems of everyday life.
Biology 101 - Issues in Environmental Biology
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Units: 4 Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass Option
This is a course in contemporary issues in environmental biology. Topics include basic ecological principles, biodiversity, human population dynamics, human resource management, and pollution. These are viewed within the context of their environmental, economic, cultural, and ethical setting. Issues are examined utilizing the process of scientific inquiry. The laboratory is coordinated with lectures, and emphasizes the environmental issues of Southern California. Several field trips will be required, some on the weekend.
Sustainability 101 - Introduction to Sustainability
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Units: 3 Grade Only
This course introduces students to an interdisciplinary examination of the theory and practices of sustainability. Sustainability can be defined as meeting the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Topics include restoring ecological and environmental health, creating economic welfare, and ensuring social justice. This course is intended for students interested in Sustainability, Environmental Ethics, and Peace Studies.
Sustainability 102 - Environmental Ethics
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Units: 3 Grade Only
This course allows students to gain an understanding of the field of moral philosophy as it pertains to environmental issues. Ethical theories are analyzed through application to issues such as: population growth, future generations, biodiversity, animal rights, pollution, energy use and consumption. This course is intended for students interested in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Philosophy, Biology, Sociology, Geology, Ecology, and Peace Studies.
Sustainability 103 - Ecological Commerce
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Units: 3 Grade Only
This course examines sustainable business practices and their environmental, ethical, and economic impact. Students evaluate green business models to determine the effectiveness and assess the limitation of the model. Topics include ecological economics, business accountability, resource consumption and how to “green” a business. This course is intended for students interested in Sustainability, Business, Environmental Ethics and Peace Studies.
Peace Studies 201 - Environmental Sustainability, Justice and Ethics
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Units: 3 Grade Only
This course analyzes environmental issues related to sustainability, justice and ethics. Environmental sustainability theories are examined by addressing economic, cultural, social, political and ecological issues. The philosophical basis of environmental ethics provides a framework of the various worldviews and theoretical orientations. Students apply theories learned to assess international and national environmental justice case studies. This course is intended for students interested in Peace Studies, Sustainability and Environmental Ethics.
Sociology 223 - Globalization and Social Change
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Units: 3 Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass Option
This course evaluates the social and political changes brought on by globalization among industrialized, industrializing, and underdeveloped nations. It presents arguments and theories for and against globalization and supplements with empirical examples. The course is useful for those considering careers in law, politics, business, teaching, and non-profit organizations dealing with human rights issues, political advocacy, and international affairs.
Sustainability 250 - Field Experience In Sustainability
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Units: 1-3 Grade Only
Students in this course develop and implement field experience projects under the supervision of college faculty. In cooperation with the staff of community organizations and agencies, students design these projects to assist the college’s neighborhood communities. Students gain hands-on experience in project planning, development, implementation and evaluation. Students meet regularly with faculty and peers to receive feedback, support and guidance in their community projects. This course may be repeated up to two times, but the total units earned may not exceed three units. This course is intended for students interested in Sustainability.