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CHEM 541 - Biochemistry Core for Graduate Study
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 441A , CHEM 441B
The course is divided into three topics: (i) structure and evolution of proteins and their complexes with nucleic acids, lipids and carbohydrates, including structure determination methods; (ii) metabolic regulation from mechanistic and physiological viewpoints; (iii) applications of biochemical methodologies.
Letter grade only (A-F), (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 542 - Selected Topics in Biochemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 441B and CHEM 541 all with a grade of “C” or better; or consent of instructor.
Intensive discussion of a limited aspect of biochemistry with reference to current literature. Course content will vary from year to year.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different topics in different semesters. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
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CHEM 544 - Physical Biochemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Either CHEM 371A ,CHEM 371B or CHEM 377A ,CHEM 377B ; CHEM 441B ; CHEM 541 all with the grade of “C” or better; or consent of instructor.
Physical chemical aspects of protein and nucleic acid chemistry and related analytical methods.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 546 - Protein Structure and Function
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Either CHEM 371B or CHEM 377B ; and both CHEM 441A and CHEM 541 with the grade of “C” or better; or consent of instructor.
Principles of protein structure, folding, and function. Includes techniques used for the production, isolation and characterization of proteins.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs)
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CHEM 547 - Biochemistry of Nucleic Acids
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 441B , CHEM 541 with the grade of “C” or better; or consent of instructor.
Gene expression with emphasis on regulatory mechanisms. Analytical techniques for isolation, purification, and characterization of nucleic acids.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 548 - Cell Membranes
(3 units)
Prerequisites: BIOL 340 , CHEM 441A and CHEM 541 with the grade of “C” or better; or consent of instructor.
Examination of modern membrane biochemistry. May include membrane structure and transport, phospholipids sorting, vesicular transport, membrane coat protein structure and function, and membrane-dependent signal transduction.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 549 - Biochemistry of Lipids and Lipoproteins
(3 units)
Prerequisites: BIOL 340 , CHEM 441B , CHEM 541 all with the grade of “C” or better; or consent of instructor.
Current topics on the biochemistry of lipids and lipoproteins in health and disease. Lipid absorption, synthesis and transport; Cellular uptake of lipoproteins, lipid storage and mobilization; lipid signaling; cellular lipid efflux.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs)
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CHEM 552 - Selected Topics in Analytical Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 451 or consent of instructor.
Including electrochemical measurements, chromatographic techniques, spectroscopic techniques, radiochemical analysis and basic electronic components of instrumentation. Emphasizing the chemical principles involved, utility and limitations of each method. Includes trace analysis of water and air.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different topics. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
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CHEM 553 - Fundamentals of Electroanalytical Chemistry
(3 units)
In-depth description of electrochemical processes and research techniques. Voltammteric, potentiometric, and impedance methods. Scanning probe techniques. Analysis of current research literature related to electroanalytical chemistry and surface science.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 572 - Advanced Physical Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 371B or consent of instructor.
Special topics in physical chemistry.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different topics.
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CHEM 574 - Kinetics and Dynamics
(3 units)
Recommended: One year of undergraduate physical chemistry
Reaction rates for chemical systems; dependence on concentration and temperature. Derivation of the mechanisms of chemical reactions. Kinetic theory and analysis of experimental results for different systems. Dynamics of chemical reactions; transition state theory, potential-energy surfaces, and reaction pathways.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 580 - Biomolecular Modeling and Simulation
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 220A ; MATH 123 (may be taken concurrently); PHYS 100B or PHYS 152 , all with a grade of “C” or better.
The study of biomolecular phenomena using computer-based modeling and simulation techniques with varying degrees of resolution, including development and validity of molecular models.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) Double Numbered with: CHEM 480
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CHEM 581 - Biological Performance of Materials
(3 units)
Advance studies of the chemical and mechanical interactions between materials used in medical devices and implants and living organisms. The course content includes materials response to biological system and host response to biomaterials.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 582 - Organic Chemistry of Biological Processes
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 441B and CHEM 541 all with a grade of “C” or better.
Examination of the mechanisms and energetics of biochemical reactions.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours lecture).
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CHEM 583 - Electrochemical Methods and Materials
(3 units)
Fundamentals, modern aspects, and applications of electrochemical methods and materials. The course focuses on energy devices and bioelectrochemical systems.
Letter grade only (A-F). (3 hours lecture).
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CHEM 595A - Colloquium in Biochemistry
(1 unit)
Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
Discussion of advances as reported in recent literature. Provides experience in library use, organization, presentation, and critical evaluation of the chemical literature.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Seminar 1 hr.) May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units (not more than a total of 3 units may be earned in any combination of CHEM 595 courses).
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CHEM 595B - Colloquium in Organic Chemistry
(1 unit)
Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
Discussion of advances as reported in recent literature. Provides experience in library use, organization, presentation, and critical evaluation of the chemical literature.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Seminar 1 hr.) May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units (not more than a total of 3 units may be earned in any combination of CHEM 595 courses).
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CHEM 595C - Colloquium in Analytical, Physical and Inorganic Chemistry
(1 unit)
Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
Discussion of advances as reported in recent literature. Provides experience in library use, organization, presentation, and critical evaluation of the chemical literature.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Seminar 1 hr.) May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units (not more than a total of 3 units may be earned in any combination of CHEM 595 courses).
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CHEM 660 - Seminar in Chemistry
(1 unit)
Weekly meetings for presentation and discussion of advanced work in special fields including original research by faculty and graduate students.
Credit/No Credit grading only. (Seminar 1 hr.) May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units.
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CHEM 695 - Directed Reading
(1 unit)
Survey of information in chemical literature on a current research topic, under direction of a faculty member. Written report prepared from these readings.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHEM 697 - Directed Research
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Arrangement with instructor.
Laboratory work supervised on an individual basis. A written report will be required.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units.
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CHEM 697C - Directed Research
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Arrangement with Instructor
Continuation of laboratory work supervised on an individual basis. A written report will be required.
Credit/No Credit grading only. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units.
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CHEM 698 - Thesis
(1-6 units)
Prerequisites: Advancement to candidacy for M.S. in Chemistry or M.S. in Biochemistry and arrangement with instructor.
Planning, preparation and completion of a thesis in chemistry or biochemistry.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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Chicano and Latino Studies Note: General Education Category A must be completed prior to taking any upper-division course except upper-division language courses where students meet formal prerequisites and/or competency equivalent for advanced study.
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CHLS 100 - Introduction to Chicano and Latino Studies
(3 Units)
This is an introductory-level course designed to acquaint students with the most important social, political, economic and historic aspects of the Chicano/Latino experience in the United States. Chicano/Latino experiences will be examined within historic and contemporary policy based frameworks.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHLS 101 - Introduction to Chicano/a and Latino/a Life
(3 Units)
Examination of four themes: 1) the cultural formation and transformation of Chicano/Latino communities; 2) the role of women in shaping Chicano/Latino culture; 3) Chicano/Latino music and visual art; 4) Mexican and Latino immigrants in American culture.
Both grading options.
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CHLS 104A - Composition I
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CSU General Education Written Communication Placement. Directed Self-Placement must be completed prior to enrollment.
Composition I does not count toward meeting the major requirements but does count toward graduation. Must have a “credit” to qualify for enrollment in a GE Written Communication course.
First half of a one-year composition course that offers intensive writing practice, ranging from generating ideas to final proofreading, with a focus on developing critical reading comprehension for specific writing tasks.
Credit/No Credit grading only Same course as AFRS 100A , AIS 100A , ASAM 100A , ENGL 100A . Not open for credit to students with credit in: AFRS 100A , AIS 100A , ASAM 100A , ENGL 100A .
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CHLS 104B - Composition II
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): CSU General Education Written Communication Placement; credit in ENGL 100A , CHLS 104A , AFRS 100A , ASAM 100A , AIS 100A , or ALI 150 ; or equivalent transfer course. Directed Self-Placement must be completed prior to enrollment.
Expository writing course designed for first-year students. Satisfies one of the writing requirements for general education at CSULB. Emphasizes academic discourse, focusing on analytical reading, thesis-driven writing, and rhetorical strategies.
Both grading options. Same course as AIS 100B , AFRS 100B , ASAM 100B , and ENGL 100B . Not open for students with credit in AIS 100B , AFRS 100B , ASAM 100B , or ENGL 100B .
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CHLS 105 - Latina/o Cultural Identity
(3 units)
Explores, comparatively, the development of Chicano-Latino identities through a survey of social scientific, historical and literary sources from Mexican American and Latino regional cultures, tracing the development of societal divisions based on gender, race, ethnicity and class categories.
Both grading options.
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CHLS 150 - Introduction to Chicano Literary Studies
(3 units)
Introductory survey course in Chicano and Latino literature covering traditional and contemporary literary styles and forms from selected translated Chicano and Latino readings.
Letter grade only (A-F). Not open for credit to students with credit in CHLS 205.
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CHLS 215 - U.S. Diversity and the Ethnic Experience
(3 units)
Survey of four major ethnic groups (American Indians, African American, Latino American, and Asian American) in American society from the colonial era to the present. Special attention to formation and transformation of each ethnic group and their individual and collective roles in the development of the United States.
Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as AIS 215 , AFRS 215 , and ASAM 215 . Not open for credit to students with credit in AIS 215 , AFRS 215 , or ASAM 215 .
Students may earn a maximum of 3 total units from all of these courses: AFRS 119, AFRS 215, AIS 119, AIS 215, ASAM 119, ASAM 215, CHLS 119, or CHLS 215.
(This addition was made for clarification on April 12, 2022. Please consult your College of Liberal Arts advisor with any questions.)
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CHLS 258 - Introduction to Cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean through Music
(3 units)
Prerequisite: GE Foundation requirements.
Introduction to Latin America and Caribbean cultures through music from the pre-Hispanic era to the present. The course will focus on the historical, geographical, and political contexts of various Latin American and Caribbean musical genres.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHLS 300 - Chicano History
(3 units)
Prerequisites: GE Foundation requirements.
Chicanos in the settlement and development of the Southwest and in contemporary U.S. society; Chicano experience as a U.S. minority group; emerging civil rights movement of La Raza.
Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as HIST 370 . Not open for credit to students with credit in HIST 370 .
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CHLS 303 - Farm Workers
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Upper division standing
This course explores why the United Farm Workers succeeded where all earlier efforts failed in unionizing farm workers. It also examines why farm workers are worse off today, in spite of Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta, and Larry Itliong.
Letter grade only (A-F)
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CHLS 305 - Chicana/o and Latina/o California History
(3 units)
Prerequisite: GE Foundation Requirements.
This course explores the historical, economic, social and political forces shaping the Chicanas/os-Latinas/os experience in California. It also examines the interconnection of power and resistance, and the diversity of experiences shaping community and history.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHLS 310 - Chicana/o and Latina/o Thought and Action
(3 units)
Study of the ideas, philosophies and events affecting Chicano life; identification and examination of the Chicano world view, of a Chicano reality.
Both grading options.
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CHLS 319 - The Ethnic Experience in the U.S.
(3 units)
Prerequisite: GE Foundation requirements.
Examination of the dynamics of the development of our multicultural society, emphasizing study of the four distinct ethnic strands of American society (Asian American, Black American, Mexican American, and American Indian) and their role in the maintenance of cultural diversity in the United States.
Both grading options. Same course as AFRS 319 , AIS 319 and ASAM 319 . Not open for credit to students with credit in AFRS 319 , AIS 319 , ASAM 319 , or WGSS 319. (Lecture/Discussion.)
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CHLS 320 - Wealth and Poverty in Latino Communities
(3 units)
Introduction to the interlocking processes of creating wealth and producing poverty in the context of Latino communities in the United States. The focus will be comparative and will critically examine theories used to explain poverty and wealth.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHLS 330 - Critical Issues in Chicana and Latina Studies
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Upper division standing or consent of instructor.
Introduces students to four critical themes in contemporary Chicana and Latina feminist scholarship: 1) power and resistance; 2) construction of work, family, culture; 3) cultural representations/presentations; and 4) social and biological reproduction.
Both grading options.
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CHLS 335 - Asian and Latino Immigration Since World War II
(3 units)
Prerequisites: GE Foundation requirements, one or more
Explorations courses, and upper-division standing. Examines the causes of massive Asian and Latino immigration as well as major contemporary issues in the Asian and Latino communities.
Both grading options. Same course as ASAM 335 . Not open for credit to students with credit in ASAM 335 . (Lecture and discussion 3 hours)
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CHLS 340 - Latino Education in the U.S.
(3 units)
Survey of Latinos in the U.S., including topics such as immigration, settlement patterns, employment, family, language and culture. Emphasis is on racism and the intersections of class and gender and the heterogeneity of the Latino population.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHLS 341 - Asian American and Chicano/Latino Cinema
(3 units)
Prerequisites: GE Foundation requirements.
A team-taught course exploring connections between Asian American and Chicano/Latino cinema, with emphases given to grounding issues presented in films within historical, literary, and cultural studies frameworks.
Both grading options. Same course as ASAM 341 . Not open for credit to students with credit in CHLS 403 or ASAM 341 or ASAM 403.
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CHLS 345 - Latino/a Leadership in STEM
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Scored 11 or higher on the GWAR Placement Examination or successfully completely the necessary portfolio course that is a prerequisite for GWAR Writing Intensive Capstone.
This course explores the topic of Latino/a underrepresentation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math-based fields (STEM). Through lens of education, this course includes historical contributions of Latinos/as in STEM, current status of Latinos/as in STEM and examination of educational interventions.
Letter grade only (A-F)
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CHLS 350 - The Latino Population in the United States
(3 units)
Prerequisite: GE Foundation and one Explorations course.
Survey of the comparative historical, transnational, cultural and socio-economic experience (including class, gender, immigration and settlement patterns) of the various Latino sub-groups in the United States.
Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as SOC 340 . Not open for credit to students with credit in SOC 340.
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CHLS 352 - Central American and Caribbean Peoples in California
(3 units)
Prerequisite: GE Foundation and one Explorations course.
Survey of the socioeconomic conditions and cultural life of the Central American and Spanish-speaking Caribbean communities in California, such as Salvadoran, Guatemalan, Puerto Rican, and Cuban communities. Similarities and differences with the Mexican-American community will be examined.
Both grading options. Same as SOC 341 Not open for credit to students with credit in SOC 341.
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CHLS 360 - Chicana/o and Latina/o Rhetoric
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Score of 11 or higher on the GWAR Placement Exam
Examination or successful completion of the portfolio course that is a prerequisite for GWAR Writing Intensive Capstone. Survey of public discourse of Chicana/o and Latina/o socio-political movements.
Letter grade only (A-F)
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CHLS 362 - Latinas/os, Law and Public Policy
(3 units)
Analysis of the relationship of the Chicano to the U.S. legal and judicial system. Topics include traditional sociological and criminological theories of Chicano criminality, the Pachuco image, and Chicano experiences with the police and correctional institutions.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHLS 370 - Chicana/o and Latina/o Literature
(3 units)
Prerequisite: GE Foundation and upper-division status. Students must have scored 11 or higher on the GWAR Placement Examination or completed the necessary portfolio course that is a prerequisite for a GWAR Writing Intensive Capstone.
Comparative study of literature and culture by Chicanas/os and Latinas/os within a range of historical, social, and political contexts. Focus on narrative, poetry, film, and the visual and performing arts.
Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as ENGL 370 . Not open for credit to students with credit in ENGL 370 .
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CHLS 375 - Latinas and the Prison System: A Comparative Perspective
(3 units)
Examines how race, class, nation and sexuality impact Chicana/Latinas in the detention and prison systems. Offers a comparative analysis with Black women’s experiences. Includes analyzing racialized criminalization, juvenile delinquency, immigration detention, sexual violence, substance abuse and the prison abolition movement.
Letter grade only (A-F)
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CHLS 380 - Chicano/Latino Theatre
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing
Explores evolution of Chicano/a-Latino/a Theatre within sexual/ethnic/cultural identity context. Comprehensive analysis of theatrical texts and performance arts developed from Pre-Cuauhtemoc to contemporary Chicano/a-Latino/a playwrights.
Both grading options.
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CHLS 390 - The U.S.-Mexico Borderlands: Historic and Literary Images
(3 units)
Prerequisites: GE Foundation requirements, one or more Explorations courses, and upper-division standing.
Critical, interdisciplinary examination of the portrayals of Latinos in selected historical and literary texts by Euro‑American authors.
Both grading options.
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CHLS 400 - Chicana/o and Latina/o Politics in the U.S.
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Upper-division standing and GE Foundation requirements.
Interdisciplinary introduction to the history, theories, ideologies, strategies and public policy issues by which Chicanas/os and Latinas/os have struggled to achieve power and social mobility in the United States.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHLS 415 - Latina Women in the United States
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor.
Examines cultural, political, economic, and sexual forces that mold Latina women. Focus on cultural stereotypes, class, gender, identity, sexuality, and politics of race.
Both grading options. Same course as WGSS 320 . Not open for credit to students with credit in WGSS 320 .
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CHLS 420 - Chicano Heritage in the Arts of Mexico and the Southwest
(3 units)
Historical and philosophical analysis of Indian Mestizo and Chicano plastic arts, music and dances as a way to understand the Chicano heritage.
Both grading options.
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CHLS 421 - Street Gangs in Comparative Perspective
(3 units)
Analyzes the relationships of the Chicano gangs with African American, the South East Asian, and the White street gangs across the United States. Structural forces such as proletariat socialization, patriarchy traditions and problems revolving around gender identity are examined.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHLS 430 - The Latino Transnational Experience in the Caribbean: Empire, Reform and Revolution
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Upper division standing or consent of instructor.
Interdisciplinary exploration of the political, economic and social forces that have shaped U.S.- Hispanic Caribbean relations. Ideologies and events after the Cuban-Spanish-American War of 1898 will be analyzed. Focusing on how U.S. policies shaped the institutional development of the Caribbean.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHLS 450 - 1492 and Beyond
(3 units)
Prerequisites: GE Foundation requirements, completion of one or more Exploration courses and upper-division standing.
Explores cultural changes that resulted from contact among peoples of Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas from 1492 to the present. Incorporates art, literature, social sciences, history, architecture, and related fields.
Both grading options. Same course as RGR 450 . Not open for credit to students with credit in RGR 450 .
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CHLS 450A - Latinas and Revolution: Central America and Late 20th Century Mexico
(3 units)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENGL 100B or GE Written Communication (Area A2) and upper-division standing or consent of instructor.
Examines how war and struggles for democracy shape the social consciousness and political activism of Latinas. Uses literature, film, history, and political theory to examine the role of violence in women’s lives, community organizing, and the conceptualization of a pan-Latina feminist movement.
Letter grading only (A-F). Same course as WGSS 445A . Not open for credit to students with credit in WGSS 445A .
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CHLS 470 - Latinas/Latinos: Health Status and Health Care Access
(3 units)
Prerequisites: GE Foundation requirements, one or more Explorations courses, and upper-division standing.
Interdisciplinary exploration of policies, epidemiologic, cultural factors influencing disease within Latino subpopulations, their impact upon efficient, equitable service delivery. (16 words)
Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as HCA 470 . Not open for credit to students with credit in HCA 470 .
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CHLS 490 - Selected Topics in Chicano and Latino Studies
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Topics of current interest in Chicano and Latino Studies selected for intensive development.
Both grading options. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
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CHLS 498 - Senior Colloquium
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.
Analysis of issues and problems in Chicano and Latino studies. Designed as a seminar in research and methodology. The material discussed will center about a general theme selected by the instructor.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units in different semesters with different topics but no more than three units may be used to satisfy the requirements for the major.
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CHLS 499 - Directed Studies
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Preparation of research reports on selected topics relating to the Mexican-American.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated for a maximum of six units.
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CDFS 111 - Preschool Child
(3 units)
Behavior and development in early childhood, with emphasis on the interaction of parents, children and teachers.
Both grading options. (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 211 - Guiding Young Children
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in PSY 100 or SOC 100 or CDFS 111 and CDFS majors, pre-majors and minors and FLE majors only.
Processes, techniques, models, research, and selected issues in child guidance as applied to 3-5 year-old children in family and community settings. Development of a personal approach to guidance based on current scientific research and theory concerning child development.
Both grading options. (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 214 - Environments for Preschool Children
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 111 and CDFS majors, pre-majors and minors only.
Introduction to preschool care-giving practices. Growth and development of preschool children relating to the classroom environment. Application of theories, models, and research to current preschool classroom practices.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 215 - Environments for Infants and Toddlers
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 111 and CDFS majors, pre-majors and minors only.
Introduction to infant and toddler care-giving practices. Growth and development of children from birth through three years of age relating to the classroom environment. Application of theories, models, and research to current infant and toddler classroom practices.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 310 - Diversity in Child Development
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): Completion of foundation courses
A critical examination of theories, practices, and socio-cultural constructs related to the diversity in child development and family life in multicultural settings.
Both grading options.
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CDFS 311 - Prenatal Development, Infancy and Toddlerhood
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 111 . CDFS majors & minors, FLE majors, and HDEV majors only.
Human development from conception through prenatal development, childbirth, the neonatal period, infancy and toddlerhood with emphasis on the various aspects of development and the environmental/social factors essential for human growth.
Both grading options. (Lecturer-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 312 - Family and Personal Development
(3 units)
Prerequisites: GE Foundation requirements; PSY 100 or SOC 100 or ANTH 120 ; upper division standing; or consent of instructor.
Interdisciplinary introduction to the concepts underlying contemporary American family life and the influence of social and cultural conditions on human development.
Both grading options. (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 314 - The Older Child
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 111 ; or consent of instructor. CDFS majors & minors, FLE majors, and HDEV majors only.
Behavior and development in middle and late childhood and adolescence, with emphasis on individual and cultural differences.
Both grading options. (Lecturer-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 315 - Observation and Assessment with Young Children
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CDFS 111 , CDFS 211 , and CDFS 214 or CDFS 215
Assessment and observation strategies to document young children’s (infant through Transitional Kindergarten) learning and development. Reording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessments will be explored along with strategies for families and professional collaboration.
Letter grade only (A-F)
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CDFS 319 - Family Stress and Coping
(3 units)
Prerequisites: GE Foundation requirements; ANTH 120 or PSY 100 or SOC 100 or consent of instructor; students must have scored 11 or higher on the GWAR Placement Examination or completed the necessary portfolio course that is a prerequisite for a GWAR Writing Intensive Capstone.
Examination of theories and research associated with stressors affecting family functioning throughout the lifecycle. Consideration given to both normative transitions and non-normative stressors. Emphasis on strategies to assist families to deal productively with stress and change.
Both grading options. (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 402 - Child and Family Law
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 312 ; upper division standing. CDFS and FLE majors only.
Establishment, conduct, and termination of marital and non-marital family relationships, including the rights and duties of the parties involved. Topics include marital disillusionment, child custody issues, property rights, domestic violence, adoption, support, genetic testing, and new trends in family law.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 406 - Adult Supervision and Mentoring in the Early Childhood Classroom
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CDFS 414 or CDFS 415 or CDFS 416
Methods and principles of supervising adults in the Early Childhood classroom. Emphasis is placed on the role of director, teacher, staff/student teacher: in the areas of supervision and mentoring. The course will discuss leadership theories, communication styles, mentoring, coaching, effective classroom environments and assessment tools.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CDFS 407 - The Hospitalized Child
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CDFS and FLE majors and CDFS Minors.
Child Life Education focus on the psychosocial care of children and their families in health care settings. Effects of medical environments on children and their families with emphasis on strategies for interactions that enhance family coping.
Both grading options.
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CDFS 408 - Transition to Parenthood and Family Dynamics
(3 units)
An empirically based evaluation of the transition to parenthood. It examines how a baby, from the onset of pregnancy to one year after the child’s birth, impacts a couple’s relationship. Both theory and research are emphasized.
Both grading options. (3 hours lecture)
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CDFS 409 - Language, Learning and the Developing Child: A Cross-Cultural Perspective
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CDFS majors and minors only. Freshmen excluded.
Explores the communicative-linguistic, cognitive, physical, and socio-emotional development of the child from the prenatal to adolescent period across diverse cultures with an emphasis on language acquisition and the learning process.
Letter grade only (A-F). Not open for credit to students currently enrolled in the Liberal Studies program. Not open for credit to student with credit in LING 429, EDEL 429, and EDP 428.
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CDFS 410 - International Families: Families in Cross-Cultural Perspectives
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 312 and CDFS majors & minors and FLE majors only. Exclude freshmen.
Basic concepts and definitions relating cross-cultural studies will be discussed. Important family life cycle changes will be explained for major ethnic groups within the United States. Family life in selected international families will also be examined.
Both grading options. (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 411 - Child Development Applications: Connecting Research, Policy, and Practice
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 311 or CDFS 314 or HDEV 307 or PSY 361 and CDFS majors & minors, FLE majors, and HDEV majors only. Upper division standing.
A critical examination of how developmental research can be used to improve the lives of children and families through policy and practice.
Both grading options. (Lecture-activity 3 hours)
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CDFS 412 - Family Interaction
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 312 . CDFS majors, CDFS Minors, FLE majors, and HDEV majors only. Upper division standing.
Dynamics of interaction and communication in interpersonal relationships throughout the family life cycle. Experience with a variety of communication skills in small group settings.
Both grading options. (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 413 - Child and Family in the Community
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 312 . CDFS majors, CDFS minors, FLE majors, and HDEV majors only. Upper division standing.
Study of cultural varieties and the needs of the contemporary American family in an urban community; analysis of current issues and problems; identification of and experience with community resources and agencies.
Both grading options. (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 414 - Fieldwork with Preschool Children
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 111 , CDFS 211 , CDFS 214 ; or consent of instructor.
Supervised teaching/learning experience with preschool children including development of skills for observation and assessment as well as curriculum planning, implementation and evaluation.
Both grading options. (Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 6 hours)
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CDFS 415 - Fieldwork with Infants/Toddlers
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 111 , CDFS 211 , CDFS 215 ; or consent of instructor.
Supervised teaching/learning experience with preschool children including development of skills for observation and assessment as well as curriculum planning, implementation and evaluation.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 6 hours) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters with assignments reflecting increasing levels of difficulty.
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CDFS 416 - Introduction to Administration and Supervision of Child Development Programs
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CDFS majors only. Exclude freshmen.
Minimum and recommended standards and laws pertaining to housing, equipment, play space, adult/child ratio, health supervision and meal service for children’s programs. Selection and supervision of personnel, program planning and directing.
Both grading options. (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 418 - Parent Education
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CDFS 111 and CDFS majors, CDFS minors, and FLE majors only. Upper division standing.
Principles and techniques for working with parents in community and school programs. Assessment of needs and development of programs for adults in a variety of social and cultural settings.
Both grading options. (Lecture-activity 3 hours)
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CDFS 419 - Family Life Education
(3 units)
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in CDFS 413 ; CDFS majors and FLE majors only. Exclude Freshmen.
History, purpose, principles, ethics, ten substance areas, and paradigms of family life education will be explored. Planning, implementing, and evaluating family life education programs will be discussed. Gender, ethnicity, and diversity issues related to family life education will be stressed.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-discussion 3 hours)
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CDFS 490 - Selected Topics in Child Development and Family Studies
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite(s): Freshmen are prohibited from enrolling in upper division courses. Instructor consent.
Group investigation of selected topics.
Both grading options (Seminar 1-3 hours) May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units.
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CDFS 490D - Children and Families in New Zealand and in the U.S.A.
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite(s): Freshmen are prohibited from enrolling in upper division courses. Instructor consent.
Group investigation of selected topics.
Both grading options. (Seminar 1-3 hours) May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
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CDFS 492A - Internship in Child Development and Family Studies
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Student must be a Family and Consumer Sciences: Child Development and Family Studies major; have senior standing; have a 2.5 overall GPA or a 3.0 major GPA; approval of a faculty advisor in Child Development and Family Studies; and CDFS 411 , CDFS 413 , and CDFS 414 or CDFS 415 . Each prerequisite course must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. A course in which a grade lower than “C” is received must be retaken and successfully completed prior to enrolling in any course for which it is a prerequisite. Students receiving a grade lower than a “C” may proceed with other courses with approval of the Area Coordinator. CDFS 492A may not be taken concurrently with CDFS 492B or FCS 392A .
Field experience in which student assumes a preprofessional role in a professional setting. Objectives developed by student with supervisor must be approved by major advisor and form the basis for evaluation.
Both grading options. (Seminar 3 hours) May be repeated for 6 units maximum.
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CDFS 492B - Internship in Family Life Education
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Student must be a major in Family and Consumer Sciences in the option of Family Life Education; have senior standing; have a 2.5 overall GPA or a 3.0 major GPA; have approval of a faculty advisor in Child Development and Family Studies; have completed CDFS 413 and CDFS 419 each with a grade of “C” or higher. A course in which a grade lower than “C” is received must be retaken and successfully completed prior to enrolling in any course for which it is a prerequisite. Students receiving a grade lower than a “C” may proceed with other courses with approval of the Area Coordinator. CDFS 492B may not be taken concurrently with CDFS 492A or FCS 392A .
Field experience in which student assumes a preprofessional role in a professional setting. Objectives developed by student with supervisor must be approved by major advisor and form the basis for evaluation.
Both grading options. (Seminar 3 hours) May be repeated for 6 units maximum.
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CDFS 497 - Directed Studies
(1-3 units)
Prerequisites: Upper division standing, consent of instructor.
Independent study under the supervision of a faculty member. Exploration/experience in areas not a part of any regular course.
Both grading options May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.
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Chinese Note: General Education Category A must be completed prior to taking any upper-division course except upper-division language courses where students meet formal prerequisites and/or competency equivalent for advanced study.
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CHIN 101 - Fundamentals of Chinese
(4 units)
Prerequisites: One GE Foundation course which may be taken concurrently, or formal prerequisites and/or competency equivalent for CHIN 101.
Introduction to pronunciation, reading, writing, conversation, and grammar. Students with previous training or native speakers of Chinese may not enroll.
Both grading options.
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CHIN 102 - Fundamentals of Chinese
(4 units)
Prerequisites: One GE Foundation course which may be taken concurrently, or formal prerequisites and/or competency equivalent for advanced study in Chinese.
Introduction to pronunciation, reading, writing, conversation, and grammar. Students with previous training or native speakers of Chinese may not enroll.
Both grading options.
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CHIN 201 - Intermediate Chinese
(4 units)
Continuation of first year Chinese. Further development of syntax, grammar and sentence patterns, reading, writing and conversation. Students with previous training or native speakers of Chinese may not enroll.
Both grading options.
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CHIN 202 - Intermediate Chinese
(4 units)
Continuation of first year Chinese. Further development of syntax, grammar and sentence patterns, reading, writing and conversation. Students with previous training or native speakers of Chinese may not enroll.
Both grading options.
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CHIN 301 - Advanced Chinese
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHIN 202 or its equivalent, or consent of the instructor.
Study of modern spoken and written Chinese involving advanced expressions. Emphasis on reading, comprehension, vocabulary building and idiomatic usage.
Both grading options.
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CHIN 302 - Advanced Chinese
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHIN 301 or its equivalent, or consent of the instructor.
Study of modern spoken and written Chinese involving advanced expressions. Emphasis on reading, comprehension, vocabulary building and idiomatic usage.
Both grading options.
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CHIN 311 - Advanced Spoken Chinese
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Advanced study in modern spoken Chinese and Chinese communication. Designed to enhance advanced speaking ability in Mandarin on a range of topics.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CHIN 321 - Chinese Calligraphy
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Completion of first-year Chinese or Japanese language or equivalent preferred.
Focuses on the history, development, artistry, and appreciation of Chinese calligraphy. Equal emphasis placed on hands-on practice in and outside of the classroom.
Both grading options.
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CHIN 370 - Chinese Literature in English Translation
(3 units)
Prerequisite: GE Foundation requirements.
Readings in translation of representative works of the major literary genres in China covering both the classical and the modern periods. Previous knowledge of the language is highly desirable, but not necessary.
Both grading options.
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CHIN 380 - Languages and Dialects in China
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHIN 102 or equivalent.
Chinese language viewed in its linguistic context, synchronically and diachronically. Introduction to descriptive grammar of modern standard Chinese, classical Chinese, the rise of written vernacular, dialect variations and sociolinguistic issues.
Both grading options. Lecture/discussion.
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