SOCIAL SCIENCES—ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The program in Social Sciences represents an interdisciplinary group of studies encompassing the disciplines of anthropology, geography, sociology and history. It is designed as a general
preparation for a career in social programs that include education, human resources, law, and forensics.
The program is based on the belief that it is important for an individual who plans to work with or for people cross-culturally (anthropologically), over a prescribed region or regions (geographically),
within a social context (sociologically), and across time (historically).
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Jorge Sanchez at (831) 755-6780, jsanchez@hartnell.edu, E-314
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the Social Sciences program, a student should be able to:
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Evaluate the nature of complex social phenomenon as it relates to contemporary U.S. politics, international relations, and diverse cultures, both past and present.
Self-reflect by assessing the complexity of human behavior at individual and group levels and comprehend how individuals can affect policy and in turn how policy affects individuals.
Appraise the processes of evolution and social dynamics by which individuals and social structures have evolved.
A minimum of 60.0 semester units with a grade of “C” or better must be maintained in all degree-applicable units. Only courses numbered 1-199 may apply toward the Associate Degree. Courses
listed below may have prerequisites that must be completed prior to enrolling. Consult a schedule of classes, college catalog, or a counselor for further information.
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REQUIRED MAJOR COURSES
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
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RESTRICTED MAJOR ELECTIVES (Select a minimum of 18.0 units from the
following:)
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
Restricted Major Elective
GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
Natural Sciences (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog GENERAL
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Social & Behavioral Sciences (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Humanities (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog GENERAL EDUCATION
REQUIREMENTS)
Ethnic Groups in the United States (Select a minimum of 3 units from catalog
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS)
Language and Rationality (9 Units)
A.
Written Composition
B.
Communication and Analytical Thinking
Communication and Analytical Thinking
Course No.
ANT-2
GEG-1
or
GEG-2
HIS-17A
POL-1
SOC-1
Course Title
Introduction to Anthropology: Cultural
Introduction to Geography: Physical Elements
or
Introduction to Geography: Cultural Elements
History of the United States A
American Political Institutions
Introduction to Sociology
SUBTOTAL UNITS (15.0)
Units
3.0
3.0
Course No.
Course Title
Units
ADJ-2
ANT-1
ANT-3
ANT-10
ANT-15
ANT-20
BUS-32
HIS-10
HIS-17B
POL-2
POL-3
POL-5
Course No.
Community Relations and the Justice System
Physical Anthropology
Introduction to Archaeology
California Indians
North American Indians
Cultures of Mexico
Introduction to Business
History of California
History of the United States B
Contemporary Governments Abroad
International Relations
Chicano Politics and the American Political System
SUBTOTAL UNITS (18.0)
Course Title
ENG-1A
MAT-123*
College Composition and Reading
Intermediate Algebra
General Education
Social Science Required Major Courses and Restricted Major Electives
ELECTIVES (Courses Numbered 1–199) required when GE units plus Degree units total are fewer than 60.0
TOTAL UNITS
*Completion of MAT-123 or completion of any math in which MAT-123 is a prerequisite with a “C” or better.
‡These
courses also satisfy General Education Requirements.
TRANSFER STUDENTS: Completing the AS degree does not meet all the requirements for transfer. Students planning to transfer to a university should follow the requirements of the four-year
university. Information on course equivalencies and major preparation requirements for the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems are available online at
www.assist.org. Please consult with a Hartnell College counselor to review transfer requirements.
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
3.0
Units
3.0
5.0
21.0
33.0
6.0
60.0