The Associate in Arts in Law, Public Policy and Society for Transfer Degree (AA-T) is designed to provide a solid, multi-disciplinary lower-division preparation for students who intend to transfer to a California State University (CSU) for a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Sociology, Economics, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Global Intelligence and National Security, International Relations, Philosophy, or similar major. Students must complete the following requirements:

1. 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU-transferable units

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

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

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

5. earn a grade of C (or P) or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Evaluate diverse viewpoints related to the human experience
🗸 Analyze political science concepts and theories
🗸 Articulate evidence-based arguments

The Associate of Science in Applied Physics (AS in Applied Physics) program supports students wishing to transfer whose academic pathways include a variety of physics-related degrees or students who wish to grow in their critical thinking and analytical abilities of concepts that are present in Physics or other disciplines.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Set up an experiment, collect and analyze data, identify sources of error, and interpret results
🗸 Use basic software, such as word processing, spreadsheet, and graphing programs.
🗸 Identify the essential aspects of a problem and formulate a strategy for solving the problem
🗸 Estimate the solution to a problem, apply appropriate techniques to arrive at a solution, test the correctness of their solution, interpret their result and connect it to related areas of physics.
🗸 Communicate orally and in writing core physical principles, the results of experiments, and their analysis of physical problems

The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer degree (AS-T in Physics) is a 60 unit program which provides students the lower division coursework required for transfer to a CSU institution for the major in Physics. Students must complete the following requirements:

1. 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU-transferable units;

2. the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern;

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

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

5. earn a grade of C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Set up an experiment, collect and analyze data, identify sources of error, and interpret results.
🗸 Use basic software, such as word processing, spreadsheet, and graphing programs.
🗸 Identify the essential aspects of a problem and formulate a strategy for solving the problem.
🗸 Estimate the solution to a problem, apply appopriate techniques to arrive at a solution, test the correctness of their solution, interpret their result and connect it to related areas of physics.
🗸 Communicate orally and in writing core physical principles, the results of experiments, and their analysis of physical problems.
🗸 Use basic software, such as word processing, spreadsheet, and graphing programs.
🗸 Identify the essential aspects of a problem and formulate a strategy for solving the problem.
🗸 Estimate the solution to a problem, apply appropriate techniques to arrive at a solution, test the correctness of their solution. interpret their result and connect it to related areas of physics.
🗸 Communicate orally and in writing core physical principles, the results of experiments, and their analysis of physical problems.
🗸 Set up an experiment, collect and analyze data, identify sources of error, and interpret results.

The Associate in Science in Physics for UC Transfer Pathway (AS-UCTP in Physics) is a 64-68 unit program that provides students with the lower division coursework required for transfer to a UC institution for the major in Physics. Students must complete the following requirements:

1. 64-68 semester or 96-102 quarter UC-transferable units;

2. the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern; a minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district;

3. obtainment of a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.5;

4. earn a grade of B or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Communicate orally and in writing core physical principles, the results of experiments, and their analysis of physical problems.
🗸 Set up an experiment, collect and analyze data, identify sources of error, and interpret results.
🗸 Use basic software, such as word processing, spreadsheet, and graphing programs.
🗸 Identify the essential aspects of a problem and formulate a strategy for solving the problem.
🗸 Estimate the solution to a problem, apply appropriate techniques to arrive at a solution, test the correctness of their solution, interpret their result and connect it to related areas of physics.

The Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer degree (AA-T in Philosophy) is a 60 unit program which provides students the lower division coursework required for transfer to a CSU institution for the major in Philosophy. Students must complete the following ADT requirements:

1. 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU-transferable units;

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

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

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

5. earn a grade of C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Analyze the vitality and relevance of classical philosophical debates to contemporary life.
🗸 Apply philosophy's analytical approach to people's most basic assumptions about the world and human experience.
🗸 Demonstrate clarity and rigor of thought and expression.
🗸 Evaluate reasoning in order to develop precise and persuasive arguments and resistance to incorrect arguments.
🗸 Identify and describe characteristics of diverse multicultural traditions.

 The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer degree (AS-T in Nutrition and Science) is a 60 unit program which provides students the lower division coursework required for transfer to a CSU institution for the major in Nutrition And Dietetics for the goal of a career path in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics. Students who complete the Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer degree (AS-T in Nutrition and Dietetics) will be able to demonstrate knowledge in the relationship of the human diet to health and lifestyle-related diseases. The purpose of the Nutrition and Dietetics major is to provide students with education and training in the area of nutritional sciences or dietetics, and to prepare for transfer. This major provides the opportunity for students to begin their career path in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics. The purpose of the Nutrition and Dietetics major is to provide students with education and training in the area of nutritional sciences or dietetics, and to prepare for transfer. This major provides the opportunity for students to begin their career path in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Students must complete the following requirements:

1. 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU-transferable units;

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

3. A minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district

4. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; 5. Earn a grade of "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Use critical thinking to analyze and interpret information from various media sources and draw scientifically-based conclusions.
🗸 Identify the role of nutrients and healthy food preparations for optimal health and well-being.
🗸 Clearly communicate nutrition concepts in oral and written formats.
🗸 Select appropriate foods for a healthy diet and disease risk reduction.
🗸 Utilize research outcomes and statistics to interpret a nutrition issue.
🗸 Apply knowledge of social, physical and biological sciences to address human nutrition issues.
🗸 Apply knowledge of the physical and biological sciences to the function of nutrients in metabolic processes.

The Data Science, Associate of Science degree provides students with the mathematical foundation, technical knowledge, and expertise to understand how data are collected, analyzed, and used. Through the study of data science, the student develops the ability to think logically and to gain the problem-solving and computational skills necessary for success in upper-division data science courses. A major in Data Science transfers to a four-year university where students have the opportunity to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Statistics, or Mathematics. Career Options: Computer Programmer, Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Mathematician, Operations Researcher, Statistician, and Teacher.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Apply appropriate technology and computer programming techniques to the analysis of data.
🗸 Demonstrate computational, estimation, and problem-solving skills.
🗸 Construct mathematical models, draw conclusions from these models, and communicate their conclusions.
🗸 Formulate and test mathematical conjectures.
🗸 Adapt general data science techniques to course-specific problems.
🗸 Demonstrate the ability to analyze problems involving data, using techniques appropriate to the course content and level of study.

The Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer degree (AS-T in Mathematics) is a 60 unit program is designed to provide lower division education to students planning to transfer to a CSU institution in pursuit of a baccalaureate degree in Mathematics. Students must complete the following requirements: 1. 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU-transferable units 2. the California State University-General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE-Breadth); OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern. 3. a minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district. 4. obtainment of a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0. 5. earn a grade of C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Solve problems using mathematical symbols, operations, and techniques appropriate to the course content and level of study.
🗸 Construct mathematical models of physical problems, draw conclusions from these models, and communicate their conclusions.
🗸 Adapt general mathematical techniques to course-specific problems.
🗸 Formulate and test mathematical conjectures.
🗸 Apply appropriate technology including calculators and computers to the solution of mathematical problems.
🗸 Demonstrate computational, estimation, and problem-solving skills.

Mathematics is a multifaceted subject of great beauty and application. The study of math explores some of the deepest questions and puzzles that have ever been encountered and equips the student with a universal language used to study quantities and relationships in all fields. Through the study of mathematics, the student develops both the ability to think logically and abstractly as well as the problem-solving and computational skills necessary for success in any field of study. A major in mathematics transfers to a four-year university where students have the opportunity to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering Mathematics, Physics, disciplines in Physical Sciences, and Statistics. Career Options: Actuary, Appraiser, Assessor, Auditor, Biometrician, Budget Analyst, Casualty Rater, Computer Programmer, Controller, Demographer, Doctor, Econometrician, Engineering Analyst, Epidemiologist, Financial Analyst, Investment Analyst, Lawyer, Management Scientist, Mathematician, Operations Researcher, Public Opinion Analyst, Statistician, Surveyor, Systems Analyst, Teacher, and Urban Planner.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Adapt general mathematical techniques to course-specific problems.
🗸 Solve problems using mathematical symbols, operations, and techniques appropriate to the course content and level of study.
🗸 Apply appropriate technology including calculators and computers to the solution of mathematical problems.
🗸 Demonstrate computational, estimation, and problem-solving skills.
🗸 Construct mathematical models of physical problems, draw conclusions from these models, and communicate their conclusions.
🗸 Formulate and test mathematical conjectures.

The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts degree is designed for students who wish for a broad knowledge of liberal arts and science plus additional coursework in a chosen Area of Emphasis. The Area of Emphasis is designed to prepare students for life in a global community with core knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential for personal and professional success.

To earn this degree, students must meet the following requirements:

🗸 Choose option A or B or C for the General Education pattern related to your educational goal: A. Associate in Arts/Associate in Science General Education; or B. California State University General Education Breadth (CSU GE-B); or C. Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) 
🗸 Completion of a minimum of 18 units in one of the five Areas of Emphasis with a grade of C (or P) or higher: A. ARTS & HUMANITIES B. COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA C. SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES D. SCIENCE AND MATH E. CULTURAL AND GLOBAL STUDIES 
🗸 For all options, completion of the necessary West Valley College Graduation and Proficiency requirements. 
🗸 Completion of 60 degree-applicable units with an overall 2.0 GPA. 
🗸 Courses can be counted toward completion of General Education requirements.

Areas of Emphasis

I. ARTS & HUMANITIES: The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Arts and Humanities provides students the opportunity to study the cultural, literary and humanistic activities, and artistic expression of human beings. Students evaluate and interpret the ways that people through the ages in different cultures have responded to themselves and the world around them through artistic and cultural creations. Students also learn to value aesthetic understandings and incorporate critical concepts when constructing value judgments.

II. COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA: The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Communications and Media provides students the opportunity to learn the myriad of ways that we deliver information (verbally and visually), and to provide an understanding of the psychological basis, social significance and impact of communication and media in our society.

III. SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES: The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Social and Behavioral Sciences provides students an opportunity to develop a broad perspective on concepts, theories, and methodologies typically found in the variety of disciplines that comprise the study of the social and behavioral sciences. Students study about themselves and others as members of a larger society in order to gain a basic knowledge of the cultural and social organizations in which they exist as well as the behavioral and social organizations of other human societies.

IV. SCIENCE AND MATH: The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Science and Math provides students an opportunity to develop knowledge of scientific theories, concepts and data about both living and non-living systems. The courses in this area also emphasize the natural sciences which examine the physical universe, its life forms and its natural phenomena. In addition, these courses emphasize experimental methodology, testing hypotheses, and the power of systematic questioning. Courses in math emphasize the development of mathematical and quantitative reasoning skills beyond the level of elementary algebra.

V. CULTURAL AND GLOBAL STUDIES: The Associate in Arts in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Cultural and Global Studies provides students an opportunity to learn how we function effectively and live harmoniously as a pluralistic society in an increasingly global environment. The focus of this area is to foster a sense of inquiry about cultural differences and similarities. With inquiry as a focus, the courses endeavor to acknowledge the experience, scholarship, and accomplishments of the many cultures in our society and in the world.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Analyze and demonstrate the psychological basis, social significance, and impact of communication and media in our society.
🗸 Demonstrate an ability to think logically and critically in solving problems.
🗸 Demonstrate an understanding of human behavior in relation to human, social, political, and economic institutions.
🗸 Develop an ability to identify art work from various periods and styles, and recognize the way art can affect or reflect cultural, political and humanistic issues.
🗸 Evaluate and critique past, present, and future issues from a historical, cultural, psychological, and social perspective
🗸 Analyze diverse and conflicting points of view and understand the interconnectedness of individuals in society.
🗸 Demonstrate an understanding of western and non-western works of philosophical, historical, literary, aesthetic and cultural importance.
🗸 Explain and demonstrate ideas and concepts through verbal and nonverbal expression through written and oral communication.
🗸 Analyze the experience, scholarship, and accomplishments of the many cultures in our society and in the world.
🗸 Analyze how we function effectively and live harmoniously in a pluralistic society.
🗸 Demonstrate an understanding of experimental methodology, testing of hypothesis, the power of systematic questioning, and influence of the scientific method in society.