The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer provides a foundation in Physics necessary for continued training at the upper-division level for Physics majors. It also provides a foundation for majors in physical science, math, engineering, and computer science. It is a starting point for students who are preparing for careers in education, geoscience research, and government, where scientific and technical skills are in great demand.

The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer degree will be awarded upon completion of coursework totaling 60 California State University (CSU) transferable units including the above major requirements and the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC-CSU) or California State University General Education (CSUGE) requirements with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or P if the course is graded on a P/NP basis. (Students completing this degree are not required to fulfill additional PCC graduation requirements.)

This curriculum is appropriate for students seeking transfer to programs that focus on the practice of fine art, or who wish to pursue professional practice as a visual artist. (Suitable transfer programs at four-year colleges, universities, or art institutes include the traditional studio arts—drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and ceramics; programs in photography and digital media that have a fine arts emphasis; and studio art programs that are not media-specific, with names such as “new genres”).

Students completing the degree program will develop a portfolio of original artwork and prepare their work for exhibition. Students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree should research the specific requirements of desired transfer institutions and meet with a counselor, as completion of this certificate program is not a guarantee of acceptance. Students are advised to meet with a full-time visual arts faculty member for suggestions of potential transfer institutions and additional curricula specific to their needs. (Students will be advised to complete the CSU-GE-Breadth or IGETC CSU pattern.)

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.

Program Outcomes

- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of tools and materials in at least one studio art discipline.

- Analyze the formal properties and social content of works of art, verbally and in writing.

- Create a portfolio of original artwork.

This curriculum is appropriate for students seeking transfer to programs that focus on the practice of fine art, or who wish to pursue professional practice as a visual artist. (Suitable transfer programs at four-year colleges, universities, or art institutes include the traditional studio arts—drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and ceramics; programs in photography and digital media that have a fine arts emphasis; and studio art programs that are not media-specific, with names such as “new genres”).

Students completing the degree program will develop a portfolio of original artwork and prepare their work for exhibition. Students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree should research the specific requirements of desired transfer institutions and meet with a counselor, as completion of this certificate program is not a guarantee of acceptance. Students are advised to meet with a full-time visual arts faculty member for suggestions of potential transfer institutions and additional curricula specific to their needs. (Students will be advised to complete the CSU-GE-Breadth or IGETC CSU pattern.)

A Certificate of Achievement is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better.

Program Outcomes

- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of tools and materials in at least one studio art discipline.

- Analyze the formal properties and social content of works of art, verbally and in writing.

- Create a portfolio of original artwork.

The Associate in Arts Degree in Studio Arts for Transfer provides a solid preparation for transfer majors in the various areas of studio art, including ceramics, drawing, jewelry and craft, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Additionally, the studio courses align well with preparation for transfer majors in related fields such as design, photography, cinema studies, and other areas of study at UC, CSU, and private colleges and universities.

The Associate in Arts Degree in Studio Arts for Transfer degree will be awarded upon completion of coursework totaling 60 California State University (CSU) transferable units including the major requirements and the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or California State University General Education (CSUGE) requirements with a minimum grade point average of 2.0. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or P if the course is graded on a P/NP basis. (Students completing this degree are not required to fulfill additional local graduation requirements).

Program Outcomes

- Display competence in the use of tools, materials, and concepts by completing a portfolio of original art and design projects.

- Evaluate works of art and design through critical discussion and written assignments.

- Demonstrate, through the analysis of aesthetic and cultural values, an understanding of the contribution of art and design to human experience.

The Architectural major allows students to pursue an architectural education at a university level. It is designed for high-achieving students who seek a degree in a 5-year professional or 4-year non-professional degree university-level undergraduate program in Architecture, Interiors Architecture, Environmental Design and Landscape Architecture in CSU, UC, and private schools. The curriculum in this major encompasses the first two years of architectural curriculum following standards outlined by the National Architectural Accreditation Board (NAAB) in architectural design, visual communications, materials and processes of construction, professional practice and history/theory. Courses focus on exploration and understanding of architecture’s cultural, environmental, and formal relevance to both individuals and society as a whole. Architecture students are trained to think creatively, and abstractly, and to develop design concepts for critical inquiry and design. Students apply current design principles and processes of architectural design that produce design solutions. Architecture students effectively convey their creative architectural design projects, research and essays realized through physical, digital and verbal presentation forms. These completed works are then studied and developed into portfolios of individual student accomplishments for transfer.

Please Note: The courses that universities and colleges require for transfer vary. When selecting courses students should consult with Counseling Services to determine the particular transfer requirements (specifically Math and Physics) required by public and private transfer institutions.

This major is primarily intended to prepare students to transfer and earn a 4- or 5-year bachelor’s degree in Architecture.

Courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. All courses must be numbered 001–099. Students must complete all 37 units in the discipline listed below.

Program Outcomes

- Apply creative and abstract thought to develop design concepts based on historical awareness and critical inquiry.

- Execute architectural design and research solutions employing current design principles and processes of architectural design and research.

- Convey creative architectural design projects, research and essays through physical, digital and verbal presentation forms.

Anthropology is the comprehensive study of humans, our ancestors, and our non-human primate relatives. The field explores what it means to be human, from prehistoric times to the present. Anthropologists investigate contemporary human social behaviors (cultural anthropology), the origins and nature of languages (linguistic anthropology), human evolution, variation and adaptation (physical anthropology), and the ancient lifeways and cultural development of past human populations (archaeology). The anthropology program at Pasadena City College provides courses that enable students to complete lower-division prerequisites and general education requirements for transfer to institutions of higher learning and/or receiving an associate degree. The goal of the anthropology program is to prepare students to use the discipline’s holistic perspective, research methods, and general knowledge in order to find reasonable solutions to human dilemmas. The Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer Degree is designed to prepare the student for seamlessly transferring to CSU to earn a baccalaureate degree in anthropology.

Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements

- 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU-transferable units.

- the California State University-General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE-Breadth); or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern.

- a minimum of 18 semesters or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district.

- obtainment of a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0.

- earn a grade of C or better, or P if the course is graded on a P/NP basis in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Program Outcomes

- Demonstrate an understanding of the nature of scientific inquiry and its application to anthropological research.

- Identify patterns and analyze the adaptive relationships between organisms and their environments.

- Demonstrate an awareness of the diversity of past human societies and a comprehension of how archaeological evidence is used to reconstruct past processes of culture change.

- Understand and articulate the breadth of cultural beliefs and practices found across cultures and throughout time, with special emphasis on indigenous traditions.

- Articulate an understanding of ethical principles and responsibilities in anthropological research using a relativistic framework.

The Anesthesia Technology program prepares the student to be an integral member of the anesthesia patient care team. Emphasis is on fundamental and advanced clinical procedures to assist licensed anesthesia providers in the acquisition, preparation, and application of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care.

Anesthesia technicians are integral members of the anesthesia patient care team. Their role is to assist licensed anesthesia providers in the acquisition, preparation and application of various equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care. This may be performed in a variety of clinical settings such as: the operating room, interventional and diagnostic radiology, post-anesthesia care unit, intensive care unit, cardiac cath lab, emergency room, endoscopy, dental suites, and ambulatory surgery centers.

Job responsibilities may include equipment maintenance and servicing such as cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, calibrating, testing, troubleshooting, and recording of inspections and maintenance. In addition, the anesthesia technician will assist licensed anesthesia providers with patient assessments, evaluations, transport, positioning, insertion of intravenous and other invasive lines, and airway management.

Program Outcomes

- Apply theory and knowledge of social sciences in effective communication with anesthesia care providers in the delivery of patient care.

- Apply theory and knowledge of chemistry and biology to assist the anesthesia provider in the selection and operation of appropriate anesthesia equipment for patient care.

- Apply theory and concepts in pharmacology specific to anesthesia surgical procedures in preparation of patient care.

- Apply theory and knowledge of basic anatomy/physiology, and pathophysiology in assisting the anesthesia provider in the development of patient care plans.

The Anesthesia Technology program prepares the student to be an integral member of the anesthesia patient care team. Emphasis is on fundamental and advanced clinical procedures to assist licensed anesthesia providers in the acquisition, preparation, and application of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care.

Anesthesia technicians are integral members of the anesthesia patient care team. Their role is to assist licensed anesthesia providers in the acquisition, preparation and application of various equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care. This may be performed in a variety of clinical settings such as: the operating room, interventional and diagnostic radiology, post-anesthesia care unit, intensive care unit, cardiac cath lab, emergency room, endoscopy, dental suites, and ambulatory surgery centers.

Job responsibilities may include equipment maintenance and servicing such as cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, calibrating, testing, troubleshooting, and recording of inspections and maintenance. In addition, the anesthesia technician will assist licensed anesthesia providers with patient assessments, evaluations, transport, positioning, insertion of intravenous and other invasive lines, and airway management.

Program Outcomes

- Apply theory and knowledge of social sciences in effective communication with anesthesia care providers in the delivery of patient care.

- Apply theory and knowledge of chemistry and biology to assist the anesthesia provider in the selection and operation of appropriate anesthesia equipment for patient care.

- Apply theory and concepts in pharmacology specific to anesthesia surgical procedures in preparation of patient care.

- Apply theory and knowledge of basic anatomy/physiology, and pathophysiology in assisting the anesthesia provider in the development of patient care plans.

The American Sign Language (ASL) area of emphasis offers a number of courses. There are four levels of language courses, which focus on three skills—comprehension, production, and cultural knowledge. The culture course provides training in critical thinking while exploring cultural and literary themes in a historical context. The purpose of this major is twofold: to develop proficiency in receptive and expressive communication through ASL, as well as to foster an understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity. The skills acquired will prepare students to pursue careers in education, interpreting, business, linguistics, art, medical, and humanities.

Program Outcomes

- Demonstrate proficiency in communicating in expressive and receptive forms in American Sign Language.

- Examine and explain the culture and history of the Deaf community.

The American Sign Language (ASL) area of emphasis offers a number of courses. There are four levels of language courses, which focus on three skills—comprehension, production, and cultural knowledge. The culture course provides training in critical thinking while exploring cultural and literary themes in a historical context. The purpose of this major is twofold: to develop proficiency in receptive and expressive communication through ASL, as well as to foster an understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity. The skills acquired will prepare students to pursue careers in education, interpreting, business, linguistics, art, medical, and humanities.

Program Outcomes

- Demonstrate proficiency in communicating in expressive and receptive forms in American Sign Language.

- Examine and explain the culture and history of the Deaf community.