Academic Studies is made up of fine arts, literature and languages, social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences, mathematics, physical education, computer sciences, and business programs. Objectives of the division include developing in students an appreciation of the creative process, the ability to think critically, the ability to communicate effectively, a desire for lifelong learning, and a humanitarian passion for truth and reason.

Courses offered in the division are designed primarily for transfer; however, technical programs are offered as well, and includes programs that train counselors for practice in alcohol and drug abuse,computer applications specialists, computer programmers, and trains office personnel. Many courses such as Bible, art, music, language, philosophy, humanities, theatre, and a variety of workshops serve a dual purpose. They are available for students planning to transfer to a university, and are also available to members of the community who wish to broaden their educational experience.

Most students who take courses in the Division of Academic Studies are planning to transfer to a university. A goal of the College is to assure the transferability of its courses; however, because of the diversity of the population served by the College - a community-based institution - students planning to transfer courses to a university or four-year college should take the responsibility of discussing their plans with a counselor from their university-of-choice and a counselor on campus.

The numbers in parentheses following course titles explain the weekly hours required during a regular sixteen week semester. The first digit indicates the amount of lecture hours, the second digit indicates the laboratory hours, and the third digit indicates the credit hours earned for the course. For example, PHED 1110, General Activities (0-2-1) has no lecture hours, two laboratory hours, and one hour credit.

The "R, W, M" abbreviations following a course description represent the skill intensity requirements for that course. Skill intensities reflect the basic reading, writing, and mathematics skills essential for success in class. For example, (RWM) indicates the need for acceptable skill levels in Reading, Writing and Mathematics.




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