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2018-2019 Cal State East Bay Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

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Note: Please see Errata  page for corrections to BAN, CS, GEOL, GS, MKTG, SOC and SPPA courses’ content.
 

Ethnic Studies: African American Studies
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 342 - James Baldwin

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
    This course assesses James Baldwin’s vanguard role in American discourses of race and gender and appreciates the impact of his radical synthesis of race and gay consciousness on American politics and the construction of an aesthetic of radical Black masculinity.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3720.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 343 - Black Power

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Social Justice
    Black Power examines the histories of the Black Panther Party for Self-Defense with special emphasis on the regional East Bay manifestations of the movement.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3120.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Social Justice
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 344 - Malcolm X: Third World Revolutionary

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Social Justice
    An intensive seminar course that examines the life and political/cultural influence of the iconic third world revolutionary known variously as Malcolm Little, Detroit Red, Malcolm X, and El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3190.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Social Justice
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 345 - Jazz Cultures and Communities

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
    The social, cultural, political and economic histories of African American communities from New Orleans to Los Angeles formed around the practice and performance of jazz music.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3146.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 346 - Afrofuturism

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
    Afrofuturism explores cultural aesthetic that combines elements of science fiction, historical fiction, fantasy, Afrocentricity, and magical realism with non-Western cosmologies in order to critique present-day dilemmas of people of color, imagine Black futurity and re-examine historical events.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 347 - Black Sexualities

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Diversity
    An introduction to a broad range of sexual diversities within Black communities including LGBTQ identities to BDSM and polyamory. The course deals with the impact of slavery, pornography, sex work, and hip hop culture on affirmative Black sexual awareness.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3165.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Diversity

Ethnic Studies: American Indian Studies
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 303 - Debates in Contemporary Native America

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
    Exploration of contemporary debates and issues specific to American Indian communities including theories of American Indian origins, stereotypes, racism, resistance, and sovereignty.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: ES 100 and/or ES 200.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 2400.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 304 - American Indian Oral Literature

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
    Examination of American Indian oral tradition in historical and contemporary contexts. Compare and contrast oral and written literatures, indigenous and western knowledge systems, the different form and function of orality and literacy, and subjective and objective ways of knowing.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: ES 100 and/or ES 200.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 2320.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 305 - Reel Injun: American Indians in Film

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Social Justice
    Critical study of portrayals of American Indians in the mass media (film, television, advertising, journalism, arts) and the consequences of simplification, disinformation, and the promotion of stereotypes.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Social Justice
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 306 - American Indian Liberation

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Social Justice
    Study of organized American Indian liberation and revitalization movements, resistance to colonialism and continued exploitation.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: ES 100 and/or ES 200.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3330.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Social Justice
  
  • Sustainability Overlay

    ES 307 - God is Red: American Indian Worldview

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Sustainability
    Investigation of American Indian worldview and spirituality, the philosophical tenets behind these different forms of knowledge production and their influences on American Indian societies. The study of how cultures construct and classify their universe and reality based on cultural criteria.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: ES 100 and/or ES 200.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3310.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Sustainability
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Sustainability

Ethnic Studies: Asian American Studies
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 360 - Asian American Intimacies and Families

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Diversity
    This course problematizes the patriarchal heterosexual nuclear Asian American family based on marital and biological ties. It examines how and why cultural practices and public policies continue to prioritize biological familial bonds despite the emergence of intentional family formations.  

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: For ES Majors: ES 100 and ES 200.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3555.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Diversity
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 361 - Asian Immigrant and Refugee Women in Literature and Cinema

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
    This course explores the lives and images of Asian immigrant and refugee women. We will investigate their real-world conditions as they are inflected in literature, visual media, television and advertising.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: ES 100 and ES 200.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3030.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 362 - Concentration Camps, USA

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Social Justice
    The personal, social, legal, and economic impact of U.S. government evacuation and internment of U.S. citizens of Japanese ancestry during World War II. Comparison with contemporary and historical detainments of U.S. residents during times of national crisis.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3556.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Social Justice
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 363 - Asian American & Pacific Islander Film Festival

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
    In-class scholarly research on Asian American and Pacific Islander films from local annual film festivals.  Hands-on film festival experience with the Center for Asian American Media and/or the San Francisco International Film Festival.  

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: For ES Majors: ES 100 and ES 200.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3557.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 364 - Asian American & Pacific Islander Communities

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Diversity
    This course examines contemporary Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in California. It will combine community analysis and knowledge derived from service learning in AAPI social justice organizations.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: ES Majors: ES 100 and ES 200.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Diversity
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 365 - Asian American and Pacific Islander Environmental Voices

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
    An analysis of key literary texts in the emerging field of Asian American & Pacific Islander Environmentalism and their relationship to important issues such as sustainability, neoliberal globalization, labor, environmental justice, environmental disaster, post-colonial ecology/tourism, indigenous culture, and ecofeminism.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: For ES Majors: ES 100 and ES 200.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice

Ethnic Studies: Genders and Sexualities in Communities of Color
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 380 - Queer of Color Histories, Cultures, and Identities

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
    Study of queer of color communities in the US, historically and in the present. Course examines the ways that queer of color communities have resisted the confines of “the normal” by creating resistant cultures, liberatory spaces, and political solidarities. 

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 4300.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 381 - Racialized Masculinities

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Diversity
    This course explores the intersection of race, class, gender, sexuality and the construction of masculinity for gay, straight, bisexual, transgender, queer men of color in contemporary American society.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3710.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Diversity
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 382 - Women of Color Writers: Race, Sex, and Resistance

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
    Structured as a “reading salon,” this course involves student-centered discussions of writings by US women of color. May include discussion of novels, short stories, poetry and/or essays that address racial uplift, sexuality, radical self-love, resistance, and revolution.  

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3730.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 384 - Interracial Sex and Marriage

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
    Interracial sexuality is a critical nexus where race and sexuality intersect with social anxiety and desire. Considering both Hollywood and independent film, this course examines filmic representations of changing social attitudes toward interracial sex and marriage in the US. 

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3430.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice

Ethnic Studies: Latino/a Studies
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 320 - The Chicano/a Movement

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
    This course covers the historical and social aspects of the Chicano/a Movement. It examines the artistic, political, and literary contributions of the Chicano Movement and its impact on US society.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3255.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 321 - Latinas in the US

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
    A study of Latina feminism through an examination of key writings, film, drama, art, and activism.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3210.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 323 - Latinx and Latin American Film

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
    An exploration of Latinx and Latin American film with a focus on transnational identities and cultures, im/migration, political resistance, and gender relations. 

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3243.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
  
  • Diversity Overlay

    ES 324 - Latin American Immigration

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
    This course examines Latin American immigration to the United States from a comparative and trans-border perspective. Focus is on refugees, children, economic displacement, and undocumented immigrants. Students will learn current and past policies and their affects on immigrant lives. 

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3805.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Diversity
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Diversity
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    ES 325 - Cultural Production in Mexico and Mesoamerica

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
    Exploration of culture, artistic production, and identity from pre-Colombian times to the present. Major topics of discussion are Mesoamerican religion and culture, conquest and colonialism, Spanish influences, cuisine, music, gender and sexuality, revolution, and contemporary Mexican and Mesoamerican world views.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: C4 - Upper Division Arts or Humanities, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: C4; Social Justice
  
  • Sustainability Overlay

    ES 327 - Decolonize Your Diet

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Sustainability
    An examination of the indigenous roots of Mesoamerican cuisine and an exploration of social, political, and spiritual aspects of food and diet in Mexican and Central American communities in the US. 

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ES 3010.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Sustainability
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Sustainability

Finance
  

  • FIN 230 - Personal Finance

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
    Principles and practices of money management, consumer credit, savings, investments, taxation, and consumer protection. 

    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 2300.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
  

  • FIN 380 - Real Estate Principles

    Units: 3
    Fundamental tools of real estate decision-making and survey of real estate finance, investment, valuation, development, spatial economics, law, brokerage, and operations.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 3400.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 382 - Real Estate Practice

    Units: 3
    Responsibilities of real estate sales and brokerage practices, the selling and buying processes of real property from listing to closing escrow, the purpose and importance of title. Ethical responsibilities of owning and operating a real estate business.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 3410.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 384 - Real Estate Law

    Units: 3
    Legal facets of real property acquisition, ownership and disposition. Importance of titles, deeds, easement creation, zoning laws, leases and contracts, community property, types of tenancies. Introduction to mortgage and construction laws, brokerage laws and land-use regulation. 

    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 3420.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 398 - Internship

    Units: 1-3
    Introduction to the internship experience; integration of the academic program with career aspirations; emphasis on internship readiness and preparation for professional success.

    Prerequisites: Department consent and minimum 2.0 GPA.
    Credit Restrictions: No units may be applied to any CBE major or minor.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 3898.
    Repeatability: May be repeated with department consent for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1-3
  

  • FIN 405 - Corporate Finance

    Units: 3
    In-depth study of theories and practices of corporate financial management. Emphasis on corporate financial decision-making, including capital budgeting, capital structure, dividend policy, risk management, and international financial management.

    Prerequisites: BUS 330.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4300.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 410 - Problems in Corporate Finance

    Units: 3
    Studies of specific problems in corporate financial policy formulation and decision-making using financial data bases and models.

    Prerequisites: BUS 330.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4320.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 420 - Investment Analysis

    Units: 3
    Introduction to the theory and practice of investment analysis. Topics include asset classes and financial instruments, markets and trading, investment companies, modern portfolio theory, fundamental and technical analysis of securities, and portfolio management.

    Prerequisites: BUS 330.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4310.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 430 - Derivatives Markets

    Units: 3
    Financial derivative markets. Topics include futures and forward markets, valuation, and strategies; option markets, valuation, and strategies; risk management and hedging; swaps and financial engineering.

    Prerequisites: BUS 330.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4315.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 435 - Risk Management in Financial Institutions

    Units: 3
    This course examines the US financial system.  Topics include Federal Reserve mandates of monetary policy; money and mortgage markets; risk management and techniques in financial institutions; and issues leading up to financial crises.

    Prerequisites: BUS 330.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4328.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 445 - Financial Modeling

    Units: 3
    Using spreadsheets to solve a range of financial problems in investments, small business and corporate finance.  Hands-on application of financial concepts in order to develop skills useful in a variety of jobs in finance, accounting, insurance, real estate and management.

    Prerequisites: BUS 330.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4330.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 460 - International Business Finance

    Units: 3
    Markets and monetary systems in different countries where multinational firms operate.  Topics include analyses of exchange rate risk, import/export dynamics, international parity conditions, exchange rate regimes and hedging.

    Prerequisites: BUS 330.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4375.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 470 - Entrepreneurial Finance

    Units: 3
    Features of entrepreneurial finance.  Emphasis on examining the financing options available for ventures, the structure of different financing options and the characteristics of the venture capital industry.  

    Prerequisites: BUS 330.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4305.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 475 - Advanced Investment Analysis and Ethics

    Units: 3
    Advanced analysis of equities, fixed income, and alternative investments including the portfolio management process and investment related ethics and professional standards.

    Prerequisites: FIN 420.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 480 - Real Estate Finance

    Units: 3
    Study of equity, mortgage, lease, sale and lease-back, and innovative methods of financing residential and commercial real estate, including related tax effects. Analysis of mortgage-backed securities, including related pricing techniques.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4410.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 482 - Real Estate Valuation

    Units: 3
    Applications of appraisal theory and investment analysis to the field of Real Estate.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4415.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 484 - Sustainable Real Estate Development

    Units: 3
    Analysis of sustainability applying to real estate development including resources and costs of rehabilitation and construction of green building technology. Topics include building sustainable infrastructure, financial impacts,  developer’s costs, and returns on “green” projects. 

    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4420.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 486 - Real Estate Markets and Housing Policies

    Units: 3
    Study of real estate markets, regulations, housing policies, and related topics.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4470.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 488 - Seminar in Advanced Topics in Real Estate

    Units: 3
    Advanced topics in real estate, including contemporary environmental, sociological, financial, economic, and political issues.

    Repeatability: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units when content varies.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 490 - Independent Study

    Units: 1-4
    Independent study under the supervision a department faculty member.

    Prerequisites: Department consent and minimum 2.0 GPA.
    Credit Restrictions: No more than 12 units of independent study may be applied in the major department and 8 units in other departments to a baccalaureate degree.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4900.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit, with department consent, for a total of 12 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 1-4
  

  • FIN 497 - Seminar in Financial Theory

    Units: 3
    Selected topics dealing with recent developments in financial theory and management practice.

    Prerequisites: BUS 330.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 4370.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units when content varies.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3

Finance: Graduate
  

  • BUS 605 - Corporate Financial Management

    Units: 3
    Theory and practice of corporate financial management. Topics include corporate governance, corporate performance analysis, capital investment decisions, firm valuation, cost of capital, short-term financing, long-term financing, capital structures, and dividend policies.

    Prerequisites: BUS 604.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 6215.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 620 - Seminar in Security Analysis and Portfolio Management

    Units: 3
    Theory and practice of security analysis and portfolio management. Topics include asset classes and financial instruments, markets and trading, investment companies, modern portfolio theory, fundamental and technical analysis of securities, bond analysis and management, and performance measurement.

    Prerequisites: BUS 605.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 6310.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 630 - Seminar in Options and Futures

    Units: 3
    Financial derivative markets. Topics include futures and forward markets, valuation, and strategies; option markets, valuation, and strategies; risk management and hedging; swaps and financial engineering.

    Prerequisites: BUS 605.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 6315.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 640 - Financial Markets and Institutions

    Units: 3
    The U.S. financial system. Topics include Federal Reserve mandates of monetary policy and inflation; money and mortgage markets; risk management and techniques in financial institutions; and issues leading up to financial crises.

    Prerequisites: BUS 605.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 6320.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 650 - Financial Management of Banking Institutions

    Units: 3
    Commercial bank management in today’s financial services industry. Modern approach to understanding and managing the risks faced by banks. Methods of optimizing shareholder value, risk-return tradeoffs, regulatory and strategic issues.

    Prerequisites: BUS 605.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 6325.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 660 - International Financial Management

    Units: 3
    Financial and currency markets and monetary systems in which multinational firms operate. Topics include analyses of the balance of payments, international parity conditions, foreign exchange markets and exchange rate behavior.

    Prerequisites: BUS 605.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 6375.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 670 - New Venture Financing

    Units: 3
    Unique features of entrepreneurial finance. Emphasis will be on examining the characteristics, structure, and valuation of ventures. Various aspects of the venture capital industry are addressed.

    Prerequisites: BUS 605.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 6305.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 690 - Independent Study

    Units: 1-4
    Independent study under the supervision of a member of the graduate faculty. 

    Prerequisites: Department consent and minimum 3.0 GPA.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 6900.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit, with department consent, for a total of 12 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1-4
  

  • FIN 697 - Issues in Finance

    Units: 3
    Readings, discussion, and research on contemporary and/or significant issues in finance.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 6999.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit when content varies, for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • FIN 698 - Internship

    Units: 1-3
    Formal advanced work opportunities integrating the academic program with their career aspirations. Integral advanced hands-on experience enhancing education and preparing for professional and personal success.

    Prerequisites: Department consent and minimum 3.0 GPA.
    Credit Restrictions: No units may be applied to any CBE graduate degree.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: FIN 6898.
    Repeatability: May be repeated with department consent for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1-3

General Studies
  

  • GS 101A - Foundations of Success I

    Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
    Develops skills for success in college and beyond. Activities focus on self agency, growth mindset, working styles, and sense of community; exploration of academic resources. Required for freshmen during Fall semester as part of the Freshman Year Experience program.

    Co-requisites: Enrollment in linked courses as part of the Freshman Year Experience program.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GS 1011.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
  

  • GS 101B - Foundations of Success II

    Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
    Builds on skills from GS 101A with teamwork, effective communication, and preparing for sophomore success. Activities emphasize diversity, social justice, and sustainability through community engagement. Required for freshmen during Spring semester as part of the Freshman Year Experience program.

    Co-requisites: Linked courses within Freshman Year Experience program.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GS 1012.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
  

  • GS 201 - Leadership

    Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
    Theory and practice of Peer Mentoring. Focus on understanding the mentoring role in and outside of the classroom. Develop leadership through practical application by practicing the competencies to work with instructors and students.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GS 2500.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
  

  • GS 202 - Peer Mentor Practicum

    Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
    Development of Peer Mentor Leadership through practical application. Strategies for communicating effectively with diverse students; developing small and large group facilitation skills; ethical and reflective leadership; and personal and professional self-development including the study of emotional intelligence.

    Prerequisites: GS 201 and department consent.
    Credit Restrictions: This course will be reserved for students officially admitted into the peer mentor program.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GS 2500.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 2 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
  

  • GS 305 - Advanced Peer Mentor Practicum

    Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
    Development of Peer Mentor Leadership through practical application. Study of student development and topics of equity and social justice; strategies for guiding group activities/discussions across a broad range of topics and tasks; developing resources for Peer Mentor Services including activities and discussions for GS 201; ethical and reflective leadership; and assessment and design of an individualized professional growth plan.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-line, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
  

  • GS 309 - Honors Service and Leadership

    Units: 3
    Introduction to the practice and theory of civic leadership, with emphasis upon community engagement. Service learning hours required. Please note: effective spring 2019 this course prefix will change from GS to HON. Discussion Units: 1; Activity Units: 2  

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GS 3099.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 3
  

  • GS 321 - General Studies for Students in Special Transfer Programs I

    Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
    Introduction to University services. Academic skill development for transfer students. Strategies for success in upper-division course work and developing career and life goals. Multicultural focus for students enrolled in an academic success program, such as GANAS or Sankofa.

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GS 3011.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
  

  • GS 322 - Strategies for Success in College and Career II

    Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
    Second part of course designed for transfer students.  Continues to bolster academic success and career exploration with an increased emphasis on strategies for professional success, including exploration of internship and fellowship opportunities.  Offered in Spring semester. Note: please see Errata  chapter of this catalog for course modification.

    Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and department consent.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GS 3012.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice)
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    GS 331 - Community Engagement and Leadership Seminar for GANAS I

    Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E; Social Justice
    Further academic skill development and improvement to support success in upper division GE and major courses.  Focus on connecting learning to students’ communities through service learning and to understanding the importance of educational equity in the 21st Century. (*see Errate - Course  page for update)

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2 and A3.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 3 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 1 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E; Social Justice
  
  • Social Justice Overlay

    GS 332 - Community Engagement and Leadership Seminar for GANAS II

    Units: 2 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E; Social Justice
    Further academic skill development and improvement to support success in upper division GE and major courses.  Focus on connecting learning to students’ communities through service learning and to understanding the importance of educational equity in the 21st Century. (*see Errate - Course  page for update)

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2 and A3.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. 
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development, Overlay - Social Justice
Units: 2 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E; Social Justice
  

  • GS 398 - Internship

    Units: 1
    Introduction to the internship experience; integration of the academic program with career aspirations; emphasis on internship readiness and preparation for professional success.

    Prerequisites: At least 2.0 GPA and department consent.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 4 units. 
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: ABC/NC grading only.
Units: 1
  

  • GS 399 - Honors Seminar

    Units: 1
    Students in the University Honors Program produce and present a digital portfolio of their academic and service accomplishments, assessing their Honors work in the context of program learning outcomes and professional goals. Please note: effective spring 2019 this course prefix will change from GS to HON.

    Prerequisites: Admission to Honors Program, Junior standing or higher, and department consent.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GS 3999.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
Units: 1
  

  • GS 401 - Approaches to Tutoring for Learning

    Units: 1-3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
    Introduces the dynamic processes of tutoring and learning. Surveys the literature on tutoring theory and combines tutoring observation and experience in the university learning center to provide informed training for tutors and teachers.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: GS 4010.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 9 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: E - Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Units: 1-3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: E
  

  • GS 498 - Internship

    Units: 1
    Formal work opportunities integrating the academic program with their career aspirations. Integral hands-on experience enhancing education and preparing for professional and personal success. Lecture Units: .5; Supervision Units: .5

    Prerequisites: At least 2.0 GPA and department consent.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: ABC/NC grading only.
Units: 1
  

  • GS 698 - Internship

    Units: 1
    Formal advanced work opportunities integrating the academic program with their career aspirations. Integral advanced hands-on experience enhancing education and preparing for professional and personal success. Lecture Units: .5; Supervision Units: .5

    Prerequisites: At least 2.0 GPA and department consent.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 4 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Hybrid (every section of this course may be taught both online and on-ground).
    Grading: ABC/NC grading only.
Units: 1

Geography
  

  • GEOG 110 - Physical Geography: Earth Processes and Outcomes

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B1
    Major processes and components of the physical environment, including landforms, climate, hydrology, vegetation, and soils. Lecture Units: 2; Activity Units: 1

    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 2100.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: B1 - Lower Division Physical Science
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B1
  

  • GEOG 120 - Human Geography: Diversity and Globalization

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D1-3
    Exploring cultural diversity in this increasingly globalized world. Contemporary topics of human population, food and agricultural systems, social organization, spatial interaction, and globalization.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 2300.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D1-3 - Lower Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D1-3
  

  • GEOG 125 - World Regions and Development

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D1-3
    Geographic analysis of the physical, cultural, environmental, economic and demographic patterns of world regions and selected nations. Patterns of global wealth, poverty and inequality from a geographical perspective and trends in important economic, environmental and sociocultural dimensions of world development.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 2400.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D1-3 - Lower Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D1-3
  

  • GEOG 200 - Sustainable Resource Management

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D1-3
    The Earth as a source of land, water, biotic, mineral and energy resources. The role of human populations in their use, development and exploitation.

 Drivers, trends, patterns and consequences of renewable and non-renewable resource use.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3000.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground, Entirely On-line.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D1-3 - Lower Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D1-3
  

  • GEOG 225 - Fundamentals of GIS

    Units: 3
    Fundamentals of location-related information management, manipulation, and display. Usage of ArcGIS software in business; education; and physical, social and life sciences. Special topics on GIS layer formats, elementary spatial analysis techniques, and the manipulation of spatially explicit information.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3030.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    Cross-listed: ENVT 225




Units: 3
  

  • GEOG 310 - Literature and Research Methods

    Units: 4
    Seminar in geographical and environmental literature, source materials, and research methods. Examination of seminal ideas associated with each discipline. Intensive exercises in both written and oral communication.

    Prerequisites: Department consent and ENVT 101 or GEOG 125.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3450.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    Cross-listed: ENVT 310




Units: 4
  

  • GEOG 320 - Environmental Resource Analysis

    Units: 4
    Quantitative methods in environmental and resource studies.

    Prerequisites: CHEM 100 and STAT 100.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: ENVT 3400.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    Cross-listed: ENVT 320




Units: 4
  

  • GEOG 330 - Historical Geography of North America

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
    Historical-geographic processes of exploration, settlement, urbanization, cultural integration, land use, and resource exploitation from the 16th century to the present. Geographic and economic forces driven by migrants from Europe, Africa, Asia and Latin America is emphasized.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3360.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
  

  • GEOG 336 - Asian Americans: Multiculturalism and Spatial Disparity

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
    Ethnic diversity and settlement patterns of Asian communities in California and the United States; immigration history and demographic changes of major Asian ethnic groups; socio-economic profiles, cultural identities, and contemporary issues of Asian Americans.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3200.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
  
  • Sustainability Overlay

    GEOG 340 - Climate Change

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B6; Sustainability
    Pre-modern and modern variations in climate with emphasis on geological, geomorphological, and biological records. Causes (natural and anthropogenic) and consequences (natural and cultural) of climate change. Factors determining vulnerability to climate change impacts and strategies for adaptation and mitigation.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: GEOG 200
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3120.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: B6 - Upper Division Science Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning, Overlay - Sustainability
    Cross-listed: ENVT 340




Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B6; Sustainability
  

  • GEOG 350 - California

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
    A study of California’s uniqueness and diversity from the aspects of physical landscape, environmental resources, human and cultural diversity, historical transformation, and economic activities.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3505.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
  

  • GEOG 351 - United States and Canada

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
    A regional survey of the physical, cultural, demographic, economic, and political patterns in the United States and Canada. Special focus on the spatial history of human settlements, economic activity, land use and environmental resources.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3500.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
  

  • GEOG 352 - Latin America and the Caribbean

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
    The geography of Latin America and the Caribbean and its present-day patterns and processes. A systematic review of physical characteristics, social and political systems and problems, economic issues, cultural variations, and regional integrations and interactions in a globalized society.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: GEOG 125.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3510 and GEOG 3515.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
  

  • GEOG 353 - Africa

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
    An overview of the diverse regions, environments and peoples of contemporary Africa and the changing patterns of resource utilization and human development.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: GEOG 125.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
  

  • GEOG 354 - China: Economic Development and Social Transformation

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
    China as a concept and a rising world power; geographic survey of  China’s changing physical and cultural landscapes; recent decades of economic reforms and social transformation; special focus on energy and environmental issues, demographic shifts, and globalization.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3540.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
  

  • GEOG 355 - Asia Pacific

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
    Physical resources, human land use, economic systems, and political patterns in the Asia Pacific region; historical footprints and modern transformation; economic cooperation and geo-political realignment; demographic transition and environmental challenges.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3550.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
  

  • GEOG 356 - Europe

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
    The regional geography of Europe, with emphasis on present-day patterns and processes. A systematic review of physical characteristics, social and political systems and problems, economic issues, and regional integrations and interactions.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: GEOG 125.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4
  

  • GEOG 360 - Computer Cartography

    Units: 3
    Fundamentals of map design and communication theory; hands-on experience in computer mapping. Effective graphic representation of spatial data; concepts in spatial data structure and database management; and lab-oriented software applications.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3605.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  

  • GEOG 380 - Applied Field Studies

    Units: 3
    Application of field techniques and methods in environmental studies, including field observation, sampling, data collection, and computer-based analysis. Presentation of results in graphic and written forms. 

    Prerequisites: ENVT 320.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3480 or ENVT 3480
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F grading only.
    Cross-listed: ENVT 380.




Units: 3
  

  • GEOG 397 - Issues in Anthropology, Geography and Environmental Studies

    Units: 3
    Readings, discussion, and research on contemporary and/or significant issues in anthropology, geography and environmental studies.

    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3999.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  

  • GEOG 398 - Internship

    Units: 1-3
    Supervised work experience in which the student completes academic assignments integrated with off-campus paid or volunteer activities closely related to the discipline of geography. 

    Prerequisites: Department consent.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3898.
    Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: CR/NC grading only.
Units: 1-3
  

  • GEOG 425 - Advanced GIS

    Units: 3
    Advanced tools, data management, and functions in geographic information systems (GIS) on the mapping, monitoring, analysis, management and conservation of environmental resources; topics in spatial data analysis, 3D-visualization, and modeling of geographic information science (GISci). Lecture Units: 2; Lab Units: 1

    Prerequisites: GEOG 225.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 4605.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
  

  • GEOG 445 - Water and Watershed Resources

    Units: 4 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B6
    The science, policy and practice of urban water and watershed resources management. Watershed and stream system identification, hydrology, assessment, and restoration. Municipal water systems and their management, water and wastewater treatment, water quality monitoring, stormwater, water conservation, and supply reliability.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: GEOG 200 or ENVT 101.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 4350 or ENVT 4350.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: B6 - Upper Division Science Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning
    Cross-listed: ENVT 445




Units: 4 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B6
  
  • Sustainability Overlay

    GEOG 447 - Energy, Climate and Society

    Units: 4 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B6; Sustainability
    The science and technology of societal energy choices as they affect global environmental sustainability, national security, equity, and social justice.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 4320.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: B6 - Upper Division Science Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning, Overlay - Sustainability
    Cross-listed: ENVT 447




Units: 4 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B6; Sustainability
  

  • GEOG 450 - Earth Surface Processes and Landforms

    Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B6
    Earth surface processes and the erosion, deposition and formation of landforms by gravity, wind, water, ice and waves. The physical geography of river, valley, glacier, mountain, slope, coast, desert and estuary environments.

    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4 ; and GEOG 110.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3115.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: B6- Upper Division Science Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning
Units: 3 ; G.E./G.R. Area: B6
  
  • Sustainability Overlay

    GEOG 455 - Sustainable Food Systems

    Units: 4 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Sustainability
    Basis for sustainable food systems from local to global scales, including social, economic and environmental dimensions of food production and consumption. Examination of the sustainability of daily food choices and tools for determining impacts of local, processed and imported foods.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: GEOG 200.
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE areas A1, A2, A3 and B4.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 3320.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
    G.E./G.R. Area Satisfied: D4 - Upper Division Social Sciences, Overlay - Sustainability
Units: 4 ; G.E./G.R. Area: D4; Sustainability
  

  • GEOG 461 - Remote Sensing of the Environment

    Units: 3
    Remote sensing applications for Earth resource management. Focus on space-borne Earth observation systems sensing at the near-infrared, thermal-infrared, and microwave spectrums; basic principles and strategies of digital image enhancement, classification, and interpretation.

    Strongly Recommended Preparation: GEOG 462.
    Equivalent Quarter Course: GEOG 4425.
    Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
    Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Units: 3
 

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