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2008-2009 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses

 
  

  • GEND 3444 - Gender and Sexuality in the Middle East

    (4 Units) Offers a study of women and sexuality in the Middle East region with special emphasis on the Arab world. It deals with the issues of gender conflict and the changing roles of women in society. Deals extensively with the subject of the impact of Islam on the lives of women and men. The subject of feminism in the Middle East also will be covered.(Same as PSCI 3444)Satisfies G.E. area G.


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  • GEND 3550 - Society and Gender

    (3 Units) Designed to analyze the social construction of gender. We will explore the various social institutions and practices that encourage the existing conceptions of masculinity and femininity. Early childhood socialization, practices of parenting, the educational institution, family structures, economic and work structures, the legal institution, violence against women, and intimate relationship practices will be analyzed in terms of their contribution to the social construction of gender.Satisfies G.E. area F3.(Spring)


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  • GEND 3660 - Psychology of Women

    (3 Units) Provides a psychological examination of the nature and experiences of women in contemporary society. Topics to be discussed include women and power, the meaning of sexuality, stress and conflict surrounding women’s roles, and male-female relationships.(Same as PSYC 3660)(Fall, even years)


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  • GEND 3700 - Ethnic and Gender Politics

    (4 Units) Focuses on the politics of ethnicity and gender. It will begin with a consideration of the Europatriarchal ideology underlying social relations in capitalist societies, investigate the impact on the relations on peoples experiencing colonization (Native Americans, African-Americans, Mexican-Americans, Asian-Americans, other “third world” peoples, and women everywhere) and discrimination because of sexual preferences, and conclude with critical perspectives arising out of contemporary liberation movements.(Same as PSCI 3700)Satisfies G.E. area G.


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  • GEND 3750 - Women in Sport

    (3 Units) Introduction to the female’s role within the American sport experience. Historical and sociocultural perspectives which have influenced the involvement of women in a traditionally male sports world will be emphasized.(Same as PHED 3750)


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  • GEND 3900 - Anthropology of Gender and Sexuality (WP)

    (3 Units) Comparative study of traditional and changing gender and sexuality roles, expressions, and identities in a wide range of contemporary cultures.(Same as ANTH 3900)Satisfies upper division writing proficiency requirement. Satisfies G.E. area G.Prerequisites: Passing the Writing Proficiency Screening Test; ANTH 2060 recommended or consent of instructor.


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  • GEND 3950 - International Non-European Women Authors

    (3 Units) Readings in women authors from the non-European world, i.e., from Africa, India, the Near East, the Orient, Latin America, the Caribbean.(Same as ENGL 3950)Prerequisites: ENGL 3100 or consent of instructor.


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  • GEND 4000 - The Mexican American Family

    (3 Units) Basic sociological structure and functions of the family as a social institution. Application of role theory to the Chicano family as a unit of interacting personalities. Courtship, marriage, and child-rearing practices, etc. The relationship of the Chicano family with other institutional factors of the society. Stress is placed on the changing sex roles for the Chicano family members.(Same as ETHS 4000)Prerequisites: ETHS 2100 or 4200.(Lecture, 2 hours; activity, 2 hours)


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  • GEND 4010 - The African American Family

    (3 Units) A social psychological approach to studying the African American family as a basic social unit. A variety of perspectives are used to describe and explain how family members function in terms of courtship, marriage, child rearing practices, etc. The family’s relationship with other institutions in the wider society also is considered.(Same as ETHS 4010)


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  • GEND 4020 - The African American Woman: Soul Sister

    (4 Units) A review of popular notions about the identity of the African American woman in the United States. Stereotypes will be contrasted with examples of her position, role, and status in past and present society. Explanations or systematic accounts regarding the African American woman’s behavior will be offered from a social psychological perspective.(Same as ETHS 4020)


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  • GEND 4030 - Asian American Families

    (3 Units) An exploration of the rich diversity in Asian American families as they reflect the cultural histories and adaptations of East and Southeast Asian peoples in America. The nature of family organization, the socioeconomics of family resources,changing gender and status roles within the family, and the socialization process of family members into the ethnic and majority cultures will be examined.(Same as ETHS 4030)Prerequisite: ETHS 2200 or ETHS 4200.


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  • GEND 4040 - Gender Communication

    (3 Units) Examines the relationship between gender and communication, explores theories of gender development and identify, analyzes gendered verbal and nonverbal communication, and looks at gender in specific settings.(Same as COMM 4040)


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  • GEND 4050 - Relational Communication

    (3 Units) Analyzes relationships such as cross-sex friendships, gay and lesbian, single parenting, and dual career marriages to reveal important themes relating to social, psychological, and economic constructs impacting women and men.(Course offered under the subjects COMM and GEND)


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  • GEND 4060 - Family Communication

    (3 Units) Analyses of the family as a communication system, including the role of communication in gender systems across families, cultures, institutions, societies, and time.  Prerequisite:  Junior standing or consent of instructor.(Course offered under the subjects COMM and GEND)


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  • GEND 4100 - Gender and Education

    (3 Units) Examination of the progress toward achievement of gender equity in education and the manner in which education responds to, reflects, and shapes societal perspectives on gender.Satisfies G.E. areas F3 and G.


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  • GEND 4150 - Gender and Ethnicity in Children’s Literature and Culture

    (3 Units) Examination of the representations of gender and ethnicity in children’s literature and media attending to sociohistorical and racial/cultural representation, gender and sexuality, stereotyping, class status, assimilation/ acculturation, multiculturalism, and diversity.(Same as ETHS 4150)Satisfies G.E. area F2 and G.


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  • GEND 4200 - Gender Theory

    (3 Units) A study of historical and contemporary feminist, masculinity, and queer theories including attention to the variety of theoretical perspectives; intersections of race, class, sexuality, and gender; and applications of theory.(Spring)


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  • GEND 4303 - Women’s Spirituality: Application

    (1 Unit) Involves student application of the conceptual material presented in GEND 4304 to a creative project of the student’s own research and design.The project is to be presented to the class.Corequisites: GEND 4304.(Activity, 2 hours; discussion, 2 hours)


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  • GEND 4304 - Women’s Spirituality: A Theological View

    (2 Units) Examines theology, the thematic treatment of women, and reconstructs major themes from a woman-created approach. It contrasts contemporary trends in women’s spirituality with the liturgical tradition.Corequisites: GEND 4303.(Activity, 2 hours; discussion, 2 hours)


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  • GEND 4305 - Gender Politics at Work

    (3 Units) Deals with changes in the work environment resulting from the influx and upward mobility of women into professional positions. Addresses the dynamics of the change for both men and women. Specific topics include changing demographics, cultural taboos, problems, and the legal climate.(Formerly Changing Sex Roles in Organizations; same as PSCI 4305)


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  • GEND 4311 - Women in American Law

    (3 Units) Designed to examine American law, focusing upon significant, recent, and current cases and opinion which act to discriminate between the rights, duties, and obligations of men and women on the basis of gender.(Same as PSCI 4311)


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  • GEND 4350 - Multiculturalism: From Bias to Reality

    (3 Units) An examination of progressive change from the conventional majoritarian bias to self-awareness, self-identity, and self- esteem, i.e., the changing consciousness of systematically disadvantaged groups in the United States. Utilizing the theoretical framework of Anthony Wallace, the self-articulation of African-Americans, Chicanos, Latin-Americans, Asian-Americans, and women are reviewed. Integrating concepts are used to identify the operative dynamic of exclusion and to articulate an ideal of multiculturalism and diversity.(Same as ETHS 4350)Satisfies G.E. area G.


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  • GEND 4510 - British Women Authors

    (3 Units) Readings in prose and poetry by women authors selected to highlight the tradition of female writing. Significant themes, techniques, circumstances, and authors from the 17th to the 20th century.(Same as ENGL 4510)Prerequisites: ENGL 3100.


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  • GEND 4520 - American Women Authors

    (3 Units) Readings in prose and poetry by American women authors selected to highlight the tradition of female writings. Significant themes, techniques, circumstances, and authors from the 17th to the 20th century.(Same as ENGL 4520)Prerequisites: ENGL 3100.


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  • GEND 4530 - Gender and Sexuality in Literature

    (3 Units) Introduction to the field of gay/lesbian/bisexual studies through the reading of literature and theory.(Same as ENGL 4530)Satisfies G.E. areas F2 and G.Prerequisites: Upper- division standing.


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  • GEND 4580 - The Family in U.S. History

    (3 Units) Changing U.S. family structures, dynamics, and experiences, colonial period to present.  Reference to wider developments in U.S. history and to consideration of race, class, and ethnicity.(Course offered under the subjects GEND and HIST)Prerequisites: One year of college-level history or consent of instructor.


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  • GEND 4600 - Philosophy and Feminism

    (3 Units) Philosophical examination of the experience and status of women, the construction of gender, and the intersections between feminism, race, class, age, and sexual orientation.(Same as PHIL 4600)Satisfies G.E. area G.


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  • GEND 4620 - Gender in United States History

    (3 Units) American history with reference to female experiences, value systems, and ethnic diversity from the Colonial period to the present. Includes discussion of various theoretical approaches.(Formerly GEND 3680) (Same as HIST 4620)Prerequisites: One year of college-level history or consent of instructor.


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  • GEND 4750 - Comparative World Women: Perceptions of Gender

    (3 Units) Designed to study women’s history in a comparative context through investigations of various spatial and temporal settings. Such an approach reveals differences and highlights similarities with the ultimate intent to challenge established perceptions of women in their respective cultures.(Same as HIST 4750)


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  • GEND 4910 - Cooperative Education

    (2-4 Units) Provides an opportunity to acquire relevant, practical experience in supervised paid employment within the discipline. Students are placed in private or public sector positions under the supervision of the employer and departmental Co-op coordinator.May be repeated for a total of 8 units depending upon departmental policy.Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; consent of departmental coordinator.


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  • GEND 4920 - Gender Studies Practicum

    (1-4 Units) An opportunity to acquire relevant, practical experience through unpaid work in an agency or setting addressing gender issues. Also involves a journal/reflection paper and conferences with the program director.May be repeated for a total of 8 units.Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and consent of the program director.


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  • GEND 4950 - Selected Topics in Gender Studies

    (1-5 Units) Development of a particular branch of gender studies.(Topics to be specified in the Schedule of Classes) Topics vary each year. Different topics may be taken for credit.(Formerly Selected Topics in Women’s Studies)


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  • GEOG 2010 - Introduction to Physical Geography

    (3 Units) Analysis of the distribution and character of major aspects of the natural environment, including weather, climate, landforms, soils, vegetation, and their significance and meaning to humans; humankind’s impact on and use of these elements.(Formerly Introduction to Natural Environment)Satisfies G.E. area D2.(CAN GEOG 2)(Fall, Spring)


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  • GEOG 2020 - Introduction to Cultural Geography

    (3 Units) A broad-based geographical survey of major components of human culture, including forms of livelihood, religion, and language. An introduction to themes in the study of folk culture, popular culture, and settlement patterns.Satisfies G.E. areas D2 and G.(CAN GEOG 4)


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  • GEOG 2400 - World Regional Geography I: Europe and Asia

    (3 Units) A regional analysis of Europe and Asia examining the spatial patterns of physical and human phenomena. Includes consideration of physical, cultural, historical, economic, and demographic characteristics.(Formerly World Regional Geography)Satisfies G.E. area D2.


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  • GEOG 2410 - World Regional Geography II: Africa, Australia, and Latin America

    (3 Units) A regional analysis of Africa, Australia, and Latin America, examining the spatial patterns of physical and human phenomena. Includes consideration of physical, cultural, historical, economic, and demographic characteristics.Satisfies G.E. area D2.


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  • GEOG 3010 - Cultural Geography

    (3 Units) Study of wide-ranging cultural topics including geopolitics, religion, ethnicity, folk and popular culture, population and migration, agriculture and cities. Examines cultural geographical processes of diffusion, adaptation, representation, and place.Satisfies G.E. area G.Prerequisites: Junior standing.(Fall) (Winter in Cuernavaca, Mexico)


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  • GEOG 3020 - Human Ecology

    (3 Units) Study of environmental problems arising from human use of the earth’s resources. Topics include population dynamics, natural resource management, land use, coastal preservation, energy resources, and humankind’s relationship to nature.Satisfies G.E. area F3.(Fall, Spring)


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  • GEOG 3300 - Geography of Economic Activities

    (3 Units) Study of world economic activity from a geographic point of view; systematic analysis of agricultural, mining, and manufacturing patterns in the various regions of the world in relation to their natural and cultural settings. Considers locational determinants of human economic activities.Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.(Normally offered alternate years)


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  • GEOG 3330 - Ethnic Geography

    (3 Units) Examines ethnic patterns, processes, identity, and ethnic heritage in North America. Patterns and processes of migration, settlement, and evolving ethnic landscapes in the Central Valley region are emphasized.Satisfies G.E. area G.


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  • GEOG 3340 - California Cultures and Environments

    (3 Units) Examines the natural, economic, political, and cultural processes that shape California’s diverse physical and human environments. Topics include physiography, climate, hydrogeography, historic and contemporary settlement, and socio-economic issues.Satisfies G.E. area F3.(Fall)


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  • GEOG 3350 - Geography of the Great Central Valley

    (3 Units) Focuses on the character and complexity of the Great Central Valley by analyzing its physical environment, its people, and their relationship with both the land they occupy and the world beyond.Designed specifically for future teachers. (LIBS Integrative: Social Inquiry)


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  • GEOG 3510 - Geography of North America

    (3 Units) Surveys the natural and human factors responsible for present patterns of settlement, land use, and cultural systems in the U.S. and Canada. Topics include physiography, climate, settlement, religion, politics, economics, and cities.Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.(Spring)


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  • GEOG 3570 - Geography of Russia and East Europe

    (3 Units) A survey of the physical geography, resources, agriculture, industry, people, potential, and problems of Russia and the East European countries.Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 3580 - Cultural Ecology of Southeast Asian Peoples

    (4 Units) Examines the cultures of Southeast Asia and their lifestyles, emphasizing complex interrelations between cultures and their environments. Includes migration and acculturation issues related to Indochinese refugees.(Replaces GEOG 3590)Satisfies G.E. area G.


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  • GEOG 3700 - Cartography

    (3 Units) Introduction to thematic cartography; fundamentals of cartographic portrayal including map design, compilation, computer drafting, and reproduction.Prerequisites: Three units of geography or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours)


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  • GEOG 3751 - Introduction to Computer Applications in Geography

    (3 Units) Introduces computer systems and programs used in geographic research. Students will utilize systems and programs through the context of a class-wide geographic research problem.(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours)


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  • GEOG 3770 - Geographical Methods and Inquiry

    (3 Units) Integrates geographic ideas and computer technologies such as GPS and GIS through field experience and spatial techniques.  It is specifically designed to train K-12 teachers to incorporate geographic context into their classroom.(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours)


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  • GEOG 3930 - Historical Geography of the Central Mother Lode

    (1 Unit) An individually-paced, two-day field trip which involves following a trip guide to sites in and around the communities of Jamestown, Sonora, Columbia, Angels Camp, Murphys, Jackson, Volcano, Sutter Creek, Amador City, and Fiddletown. At each site, students are directed to play recorded lectures on topics ranging from early gold mines, mining methods, mining towns, local history, geography, and geology.(Fall, Spring)


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  • GEOG 3940 - Geography of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta

    (1 Unit) An individually paced, two-day field trip in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Videos and a detailed route notebook will guide students in a study of Delta physical and cultural patterns.


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  • GEOG 3950 - Historical Geography of the Northern Mother Lode

    (1 Unit) An individually paced, two- day field trip which involves following a trip guide to sites in and around the communities of Folsom, Coloma, Grass Valley, Nevada City, and North Bloomfield. At each site, students are directed to play recorded lectures on topics ranging from early gold mines, mining methods, mining towns, local history, geography,and geology.(Fall, Spring)


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  • GEOG 3960 - The Yosemite Region

    (1 Unit) Individually paced field trip of Yosemite National Park and its setting. Topics covered include geology, park history, environmental concerns, and park management.Course involves following an itinerary using a guidebook, maps, and taped discussions which are played in the field at designated locations. Takes two to three days depending on student travel plans. Student arranges own departure/return dates and own transportation.


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  • GEOG 4000 - Current Trends in Geography

    (1-2 Units) A symposium on geography featuring speakers on their special areas of research, including current theories and research approaches in geography.Topics differ each term. May be repeated for no more than 4 units of credit towards the major.Prerequisites: One lower-division geography class or consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4050 - Restorative Human Ecology

    (3 Units) A study of current approaches to restore human environmental balance for sustainability and environmental, community, and human health. Includes examination of the ethnoecology of several indigenous cultures.Satisfies G.E. areas F3 and G. One of two paired courses in the G.E. Summit Program (Waking up to Nature: Ethics, Ecology, and Restoration Practices).Prerequisites: Consent of Summit Program Coordinator.


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  • GEOG 4070 - Agricultural Geography

    (4 Units) Examines a variety of agricultural systems in the world from an agro-ecological approach. The natural resources and cultural factors which interact to shape and change agricultural systems are studied in detail.(Formerly GEOG 3070)Prerequisites: One course in physical geography.


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  • GEOG 4120 - Geomorphology

    (3 Units) Study and interpretation of the Earth’s natural landforms; their distribution and the processes acting on them; includes consideration of landform evolution under varied climatic regimes.(Formerly GEOG 3120)Prerequisites: GEOG 2010 or equivalent course in physical geography or consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4210 - Geographic Problems in the Developing World

    (3 Units) Analysis of natural and cultural conditions pertinent to development. Consideration of the role of geography in solution of development problems.Prerequisites: An introductory course in geography.


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  • GEOG 4250 - The Ethnoecology of Southeast Asia

    (4 Units) Drawing on case studies from Island and Mainland Southeast Asia (including southern China), this course explores the long history of human-environmental interaction in the region. Examines the causes of stress and instability in that interaction and the attempts to restore viable relationships and systems.(Same as ANTH 4250)Prerequisites: Senior standing or consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4301 - Permaculture Applications in Diverse Environments

    (3 Units) Examines permaculture approaches in humid tropics/subtropics, arid and semi-arid regions, mountain/cold climates, and urban areas.(Formerly Geography and Environmental Planning)Prerequisites: Introductory physical geography course or consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4350 - Urban Geography

    (4 Units) Study of the spatial aspects of the city. Emphasis on the relationship of cities to each other and to the countryside, as well as on the internal structure and spatial dynamics of urban centers. Special consideration given to problems of the urban environment including urban sprawl, water and recreational needs, and controls of land use.Field trips may be required.Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4610 - Historical Geography of the United States

    (3 Units) A study of the evolution of cultural landscapes in the United States. Emphasis on initial and sequential settlement patterns, routes of diffusion and migration, and use of resources in light of cultural traditions. Comparative analysis of regional differences in material folk culture.Prerequisites: Junior standing or consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4700 - Geographical Processes in Arid Landscapes: Death Valley

    (4 Units) Using field techniques in geography, the course analyzes geomorphic processes, climate characteristics, vegetation patterns and adaptations, and human impacts in an arid environment.Course is taught in Death Valley and is offered only winter term.Prerequisites: A course in physical geography and consent of instructor.(Lecture, 1 hour; activity, 6 hours)


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  • GEOG 4710 - Field Methods (WP)

    (4 Units) Methods of field observation; techniques of data collection and analysis; fieldwork, report writing, and presentation required.Satisfies upper division writing proficiency requirement.Prerequisites: Completion of the Writing Proficiency Screening Test with a passing score.

     (Lecture, 3 hours; activity, 2 hours)


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  • GEOG 4720 - Local Field Excursions

    (1 Unit) Provides students with directed field experiences, involving travel to and study of areas of special geographic significance such as Yosemite, Point Reyes, Mono Lake, and others.May be repeated to various destinations.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4730 - Computer Applications in Geography

    (1-3 Units) A tutorial course for self-motivated students familiar with computer programs. Students will learn mapping techniques and geographic information systems from available software.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and knowledge of cartography.


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  • GEOG 4750 - Geographic Information Systems

    (3 Units) The use of computers for input, storage, representation, analysis, and retrieval of spatial data for cartographic purposes; GIS as a tool in information management and decision-making.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and computer experience.(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours)


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  • GEOG 4760 - Environmental History of the Central Valley and Its Wetlands

    (3 Units) The historical transformation of the environment of the Central Valley; the ecological effects of the Valley’s massive water projects; the importance of Central Valley wetlands to the migratory waterfowl of the Pacific Flyway.  Approximately 50% classroom; 50% fieldtrip.(Course offered under the subjects GEOG and HIST.)Prerequisites: One year of college-level history or consent of instructor.(Winter)


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  • GEOG 4800 - Survey of Geographic Thought and Literature

    (3 Units) Survey of the history and philosophy of geography, its place among the sciences and social sciences, and the major contributors to the development of modern scientific geography.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4852 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems

    (3 Units) Theories and techniques of representation, production, and analysis of data in geographic information systems (GIS).  Methods of spatial data creation, data structuring, database design, surface models, and spatial visualization will be examined.(Offered under the subjects ANTH and GEOG)Prerequisites: GEOG 4750 or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 2 hours)


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  • GEOG 4900 - Directed Field Research

    (1-5 Units) Field research conducted in any subdiscipline of geography under the direction of a specific faculty member.May be repeated for a total of 6 units.Prerequisites: Junior standing and consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4910 - Cooperative Education

    (2-4 Units) Provides an opportunity to acquire relevant, practical experience in supervised paid employment within the discipline. Students serve in private or public sector positions under the supervision of the employer and Department Co-op Coordinator.May be repeated for a total of 6 units.Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and consent of departmental coordinator.(Fall, Winter, Spring).


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  • GEOG 4930 - Planning Issues

    (1-2 Units) On an individual basis, students will attend a selection of urban and/or county planning meetings during one term and develop reports related to issues discussed.Must provide own transportation.Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4940 - Internship in Geography

    (1-6 Units) Designed for students who are serving as interns in public or private agencies. Students serve internship as arranged between the agency and the department.Prerequisites: Nine upper-division units in geography and consent of instructor.


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  • GEOG 4990 - Senior Thesis

    (3 Units) Senior thesis (a research topic to be agreed upon by the student and major professor). Geographic research and writing incorporating primary sources of data and geographic methods.Prerequisites: Senior standing, advanced course work in geography, and consent of instructor.


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  • GEOL 2000 - California Geology

    (3 Units) Geology of California, with field studies of the Sierra Nevada, San Andreas fault, Coast Ranges, and Central Valley. Plate tectonics, geologic time, evolution and history of California, and its life.(Formerly GEOL 2001 Regional Geology of California)Satisfies G.E. area B1 (includes field trips)(Fall, Spring)


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  • GEOL 2100 - Principles of Geology

    (3 Units) An introductory course in physical geology dealing with materials and the internal and external processes of the Earth. Includes global plate tectonics processes responsible for producing and sculpturing geological features of the Earth’s crust.Satisfies G.E. area B1.(CAN GEOL 2)(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • GEOL 2102 - Principles of Geology Laboratory

    (1 Unit) Laboratory to accompany GEOL 2000, 2100 or GEOL 2400. Classification of minerals and rocks; reading and interpreting topographic and geologic maps; studies of selected problems in plate tectonic, structural geology, groundwater and mass movement.One required field trip.Satisfies G.E. area B1.Prerequisites: Pre- or corequisite: GEOL 2000, 2100, or 2400. [Required for Geology majors and those seeking a teaching credential under the Science Subject Matter Preparation Program; otherwise optional.](Laboratory, 3 hours, including a field trip.)(Fall, Spring)


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  • GEOL 2200 - History of Earth and Life

    (3 Units) The evolution and history of Earth and life. Emphasis on past geographic, climatic, and evolutionary changes and causes of past mass extinctions. Comparisons to today’s climate change and extinctions.One required field trip. Students with a major or minor in Geology or those seeking a teaching credential in the sciences must take the accompanying lab concurrently (GEOL 2202).(Formerly Historical Geology)Satisfies G.E. area B1(CAN GEOL 4).(Lecture, 3 hours, including required field trips)(Spring)


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  • GEOL 2202 - History of Earth and Life Laboratory

    (1 Unit) Optional laboratory to accompany GEOL 2200 (History of Earth and Life). Topics of lab exercises will include common minerals and rocks, especially sedimentary rocks and depositional environments, relative time, rock and fossil stratigraphy, radiometric dating techniques, stratigraphic sequences, geologic maps and cross sections, fossils, paleoecology, and evolution.Lab is required for Geology majors and minors and those seeking a teaching credential under the Science Subject Matter Preparation Program; otherwise optional.Satisfies G.E. area B1. Concurrent enrollment: GEOL 2200.(CAN GEOL 4)(Spring)


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  • GEOL 2300 - Numerical Analysis of Geologic Data

    (3 Units) Course covers the various mathematical techniques commonly used by Earth scientists. Includes equation manipulation, trigonometry, logarithms and exponential functions, statistics, matrix algebra, numerical methods for differentiation and integration, and Excel-based computer literacy.Prerequisites: MATH 1100 or consent of instructor.(Fall of odd-numbered years)


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  • GEOL 2400 - Introduction to Earth Science

    (3 Units) Examination of the Earth, its place in the solar system and universe, and its surface, interior, hydrosphere, and atmosphere. Relationships among these earth systems, major earth processes, natural resources, and natural disasters are examined.Satisfies G.E. area B1.(Lecture, 3 hours, including required field trips)


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  • GEOL 2500 - Dinosaurs

    (3 Units) Examines evolutionary history and extinction of dinosaurs; past climatic, environmental, and geographic changes; current topics in dinosaur paleobiology such as feathered dinosaurs, mass extinctions, polar dinosaurs, and new discoveries.Satisfies G.E. area B1.(Fall)


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  • GEOL 3050 - Environmental Geology

    (4 Units) Explores environmental remediation, mineral and energy resources, solid waste disposal, and protection of water resources.Includes three field trips and one Forum Day. ITV presentation.(Formerly GEOL 3000)Satisfies G.E. area F1.Prerequisites: None; recommend GEOL 2100.(Lecture, 3 hours; activity, 2 hours)(Spring of even-numbered years)


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  • GEOL 3250 - Mineralogy

    (4 Units) Course concerning minerals. Examines crystallography; crystal chemistry; genesis; physical properties; behavior in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments; minerals in ore deposits; optical properties; and identification both in hand specimen and with optical microscope.(Formerly GEOL 4300)Prerequisites: GEOL 2100 and GEOL 2102. CHEM 1100 to be taken concurrently if not taken previously, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)


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  • GEOL 3500 - Earthquakes and Volcanoes

    (3 Units) Application of the scientific method and geologic principles to study the nature, causes and consequences of earthquakes and volcanoes.Satisfies G.E. area F1.Prerequisites: Completion of lower-division General Education in natural sciences and mathematics, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Fall, Spring)


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  • GEOL 3600 - Physical Oceanography

    (3 Units) Course examines the oceans from a geologic perspective and integrates aspects of physics, chemistry, and biology.Upper-division elective in Geology, elective for Science Subject Matter Preparation Program, required for Geology Subject Matter Preparation Program.Satisfies G.E. area F1.Prerequisites: No prerequisites; GEOL 2100 is recommended. ITV presentation.(Lecture, 3 hours)(Spring of odd-numbered years)


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  • GEOL 3650 - Geohazards: The Geological Science of Natural Disasters

    (3 Units) Examines the scientific method and applies it to the study of natural disasters, including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, soil erosion and pollution, stream pollution and flooding, landslides, solid waste disposal, atmospheric geohazards, and severe weather geohazards.Designed specifically for future teachers. (LIBS Integrative: Scientific/Mathematical Inquiry)Prerequisites: Completion of all G.E. or Liberal Studies requirements in area B.(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)


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  • GEOL 3800 - Optical Mineralogy

    (3 Units) Optical properties of minerals; identification of selected minerals by optical methods; theory and use of polarizing microscope for determining optical properties of minerals.Prerequisites: GEOL 2100 and GEOL 2102.(Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)


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  • GEOL 3810 - Hydrogeology

    (4 Units) Course addresses the movement of water through the ground, the relationship between geology and groundwater flow, the chemistry of groundwater, and the development of groundwater as a resource.Prerequisites: Prerequisites or corequisites: GEOL 2100 and 2200, or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory or field trips, 3 hours)(Spring of odd-numbered years)


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  • GEOL 3900 - Soil Geology: Application to Agriculture and Hydrogeology

    (3 Units) A study of the linkages between geology, hydrogeology, and soil sciences; emphasis on soil genesis, including weathering and alteration of organic compounds, soil texture, soil structure, soil profile, soil classification, soil testing, and soil conservation.Prerequisites: GEOL 2100 and GEOL 2102 or consent of instructor.(Lecture, 3 hours)


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  • GEOL 4000 - Geologic Field Excursions

    (2 Units) Provides students with directed field experiences, involving long weekends or winter semester travel to study geologically significant areas in California, the United States, or abroad.Course may be repeated to different destinations.(Formerly California Field Excursions)Prerequisites: Recommended but not required GEOL 2000, GEOL 2100, or GEOL 2200.(Lecture, 1 hour; activity, 2 hours)


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  • GEOL 4100 - Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology

    (4 Units) The origin, description, and interpretation of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Lecture focuses on concepts, processes, theory, and research concerning the genesis of igneous and metamorphic rocks; laboratory focus is on identification, classification, and interpretation. Course entails use of optical microscope to study rocks.Field trips.(Formerly GEOL 3700)Prerequisites: GEOL 2100 and GEOL 2102; GEOL 3250.(Lecture, 3 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)


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