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Why are these courses linked?

Umoja courses are designed to increase the understanding of the African American experience through cultural readings, discussion and activity. Through classroom learning, self-exploration and community events, participants in Umoja will learn African-American perspectives, past and present, gain lifelong friendships and, most importantly, be successful.

 

Course Descriptions

English 51 – Basic Composition
Prerequisite: English for Speakers of Other Languages 40 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent; or English 43 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level W4.

This course is designed to prepare students to write successfully at the transfer level. In this course students practice the writing process in the production and editing of essays. Students also review grammatical and mechanical structures as needed to support the successful expression of meaning. In addition, students read and think critically using a variety of texts which are the basis for writing and class discussion. A District-wide, timed-writing examination, holistically graded by English instructors, is part of the final course grade. Designated sections of this course may be taught from a specific cultural perspective and are cross-listed under Black Studies and Chicano Studies in the class schedule. Three units of English credit at this level (either English 51 or English 56) may be applied to the associate degree. (FT) Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable.

 

Math 95 – Elementary Algebra & Geometry
Prerequisite: Mathematics 35 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill level M30. Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: English 43 and English 56, each with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level W4 and R5.

Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for Mathematics 54 or 54A & 54B.

Elementary algebra and geometry serves as the foundation for the other math courses and is the first of a two-course integrated sequence in algebra and geometry intended to prepare students for transfer level mathematics. This course covers the real number system; writing, simplifying, solving and graphing of linear equations in one variable; solving linear inequalities in one variable; solving systems of linear equations in two variables; algebraic operations with polynomial expressions and factoring; functions; operations involving rational expressions and related equations; and geometric properties of lines, angles, and triangles. This course is the prerequisite for Math 96 and also satisfies the communication and analytical thinking G.E. requirement for an AA degree. (FT) Associate Degree Credit only and not Transferable.

 

Personal Growth 130 – Career Life Planning
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in English 51 or English 56, each with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent, or Assessment Skill Level W5 or R5.

Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with credit for Personal Growth 30.

This course is designed to assist students with self-exploration, career transitions and career-life planning in order to achieve success in a diverse society. Critical thinking skills will be utilized through a systematic approach to career development by examining values, interests, skills, life roles, personality type, personal self-management, decision-making and goal setting throughout the life span. The course is designed for new and re-entry students and others who can benefit. (FT) Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities.

 

Black Studies 116 –
Contemporary Social Problems from a Black Perspective
Advisory: ENGL 051 or ENGL 056 with a grade of "C" or better, or equivalent, or assessment Skill Levels W5/R5.

A sociological analysis of institutional variation and the process of social change, and how it affects the Black American. An exploration of those group variations in life style which cannot be accounted for by social condition. Emphasizes contemporary urban situations. An examination of the relations between various racial, cultural, ethnic, and minority groups. Associate Degree Credit & transfer to CSU and/or private colleges and universities. UC Transfer Course List.