Spring 2011 Class Schedule (SCC)
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 15-May 18
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 15-May 18
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 15-May 18
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 15-May 18
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 15-May 18
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 15-May 18
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 15-May 18
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 15-May 18
Schedule: Full Term, Jan 15-May 18
Updated: May 12, 2011
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: MATH 34 with a grade of "C" or better, ENGRD 310 and ENGWR 100, or ESLR 320 and ESLW 310, with grades of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area IV; CSU Area B1; IGETC Area 5A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is a spatial study of planet Earth's dynamic physical systems and processes. Topics include weather, climate, landforms, natural hazards, water resources, vegetation, and soils. Emphasis is placed on interrelationships among Earth systems and processes and their resulting patterns and distributions. Relevant application of these concepts to today's world is also stressed to help students better understand Earth's physical environment as well as human-environmental interaction. Optional field trips may be included.
MW 07:30AM-08:50AM LEC M.Hunter SCC MAIN RHN 229 23884 Textbook
TTh 07:30AM-08:50AM LEC M.Hunter SCC MAIN RHN 229 23886 Textbook
MW 09:00AM-10:20AM LEC M.Hunter SCC MAIN RHN 229 23888 Textbook
TTh 09:00AM-10:20AM LEC R.Eigenheer SCC MAIN RHN 229 25550 Textbook
MW 12:00PM-01:20PM LEC C.Davis SCC MAIN RHN 229 23890 Textbook
TTh 05:30PM-06:50PM LEC F.Carey SCC MAIN RHN 229 23892 Textbook
Sa 09:00AM-12:05PM LEC R.Neil SCC MAIN RHN 229 28016 Textbook
On-Campus
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: GEOG 300
General Education: AA/AS Area IV; CSU Area B3; IGETC Area 5A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LAB
Description: This course will provide laboratory study and field observation of selected geographic phenomena including: map interpretations and GIS applications, weather and climate, rocks and landforms, soils, flora, and fauna. Emphasis will be on applying scientific methods and techniques, using scientific instruments, working with maps, and interpreting spatial phenomena. Optional field trips may be included.
Th 01:00PM-03:50PM LAB R.Eigenheer SCC MAIN RHN 229 24842 Textbook
MW 01:30PM-02:50PM LAB M.Hunter SCC MAIN RHN 229 26256 Textbook
TTh 07:00PM-08:20PM LAB F.Carey SCC MAIN RHN 229 25552 Textbook
Sa 01:00PM-03:50PM LAB R.Neil SCC MAIN RHN 229 24844 Textbook
On-Campus
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: MATH 34 with a grade of "C" or better; ENGRD 310 and ENGWR 100 or ESLR 320 and ESLW 310 with grades of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area IV
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course explores the history and mechanisms of climate change in Earth's past, as well as the methods that scientists use to investigate climate change. It focuses on Earth's natural climate changes over the past few million years and the role that humans have had in changing climates (especially since the industrial revolution). Students will investigate the relationships between human activity and climate change and the great consequences when human and natural factors interact. Students discuss climate future models and predictions. Students will explore possible technological and political solutions to this vast and increasingly important problem. This will help our students to become responsible and scientifically-literate participants in the discussions that dominate climate science today such as the potential impacts of global climate change that include shrinking glaciers and rising sea levels, changes in the Arctic environment, stronger and more frequent hurricanes, threats to marine life, global water-cycle disruptions, and food security issues. This course is also a great primer for students entering 'green' technical programs. Field trips may be required.
TBA TBA LEC M.Hunter SCC MAIN Online 30174 Textbook
Online Class. Mandatory Orientation: Friday, January 21, in LR 141 (Library), 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm. For more information students should visit the instructor's web site at http://www.scc.losrios.edu/~hunterm.
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: MATH 34 with a grade of "C" or better, ENGRD 310 and ENGWR 100, or ESLR 320 and ESLW 310, with grades of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area IV; CSU Area B1; IGETC Area 5A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is an introduction to atmospheric processes including energy and moisture exchanges, atmospheric pressure, winds, and global circulation. Severe weather conditions such as hurricanes and tornadoes are also studied. World, regional, and local climates are investigated. Student work will include weather observations and analysis of atmospheric data using charts, weather maps, and radar and satellite imagery from the Internet and other sources. Because this course involves the use of some quantitative concepts, students are encouraged to have fundamental algebraic skills prior to enrolling in this course.
TBA TBA LEC M.Hunter SCC MAIN Online 25968 Textbook
Online Class. Mandatory Orientation: Friday, January 21, in LR 141 (Library), 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm. For more information students should visit the instructor's web site at http://www.scc.losrios.edu/~hunterm.
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: MATH 34 with a grade of "C" or better, ENGRD 310 and ENGWR 100, or ESLR 320 and ESLW 310, with grades of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area IV; CSU Area B1; IGETC Area 5A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is an integrated study of water on Earth emphasizing physical oceanography. Topics include ocean and shoreline processes, plate tectonics, sea floor morphology, types and distribution of seafloor sediment, ocean sediment transport, ocean chemistry, ocean currents, marine resources, and environmental concerns. Regional oceanographic features are emphasized.
TBA TBA LEC M.Hunter SCC MAIN Online 27364 Textbook
Online Class. Mandatory Orientation: Friday, January 21, in LR 141 (Library), 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. For more information students should visit the instructor's web site at http://www.scc.losrios.edu/~hunterm.
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGRD 310 and ENGWR 100, or ESLR 320 and ESLW 310, with grades of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area D5; IGETC Area 4E
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course investigates the diverse patterns of human activity on earth when considering cultural and environmental factors. Major themes include human-environment interaction, globalization, spatial and cultural conflict, and cultural diversity. The following topical areas will be utilized to examine these dynamic concepts: population and migration, language, religion, ethnicity, political and economic systems, development issues, agriculture, urbanization, and resource issues.
MW 10:30AM-11:50AM LEC C.Davis SCC MAIN RHN 229 23894 Textbook
TTh 10:30AM-11:50AM LEC C.Davis SCC MAIN RHN 229 24956 Textbook
M 06:00PM-09:05PM LEC F.Carey SCC MAIN RHN 229 30700 Textbook
On-Campus
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGRD 310 and ENGWR 100, or ESLR 320 and ESLW 310, with grades of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area V(b); CSU Area D5; IGETC Area 4E
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is a global survey of the world's cultural regions. Basic geographic concepts and ideas are used to study and compare people, resources, landscapes, livelihood, economics, and origins across eight major geographic regions. The interaction of countries and regions, their global roles, and the conflicting pressures of cultural diversity versus globalization are presented. The widening gap between more developed and less developed countries is integrated throughout the course. Cultural and ethnic diversity, as it pertains to the expanding population of the United States, is evaluated throughout the course.
T 05:30PM-06:45PM LEC C.Davis SCC MAIN RHN 267 27366 Textbook
Telecourse. Students must attend an in-class orientation On-Campus Tuesday, January 18, 2011, 5:30pm - 6:45pm, in RHN 267.
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: CISC 300 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b)
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a computer-based data processing tool used to manage and analyze spatial information. There are many applications for geographic information systems, including environmental assessment, analysis of natural hazards, site analysis for business and industry, resource management, and land-use planning. This course introduces students to basic spatial and GIS concepts along with the tools and techniques used within GIS.
MW 05:30PM-06:50PM LEC C.Davis SCC MAIN MOH 25 27368 Textbook
On-Campus
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: CISC 300 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 45 hours LEC ; 27 hours LAB
Description: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are computer-based mapping programs that analyze spatial data. This course provides the foundation for using desktop GIS software. A conceptual overview along with hands-on experience will be used to explore basic GIS software functionality. Emphasis will be placed on display characteristics, attribute querying, database exploration and management, spatial analysis, data creation, and cartographic presentation.
T 06:00PM-08:15PM LEC R.Earle SCC MAIN MOH 25 30701 Textbook
T 08:25PM-09:45PM LAB R.Earle SCC MAIN MOH 25
On-Campus