The Photography program provides students the opportunity to prepare for entry level positions as press photographers, photojournalists, portrait photographers, freelance photographers, editorial photographers, photo-lab technicians, and positions in other career fields that utilize photography techniques. Students may also pursue transfer to a university program to further their study of photography.

Students planning to prepare for a four-year degree in Photography should consult the lower division requirements of the university to which they plan to transfer.

Recommended High School Preparation: Students should take courses in art, English, journalism, basic photography, and graphic arts.

Costs: In addition to the normal student expenses (for textbooks, personal equipment, and supplies) digital print materials fees may be required. These fees may vary each semester. If these fees create a financial burden, students should consult the Financial Aid Office for possible assistance.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

✔ describe technical and aesthetic qualities of successful photographs.

✔ produce photographs using various camera and digital methods.

✔ demonstrate a thorough knowledge of current computer software and digital imaging skills as they apply to photography.

✔ produce photographs using photographic papers and various digital media outputs.

✔ describe successful working relationships with clients and subjects.

✔ survey history, careers, styles, and trends in professional photography.

✔ develop pre-production shoot and planning methods.

✔ execute shoot production in both the studio and on location.

✔ demonstrate post production technical and creative solutions.

✔ develop a marketing plan, materials, and support process.

✔ develop a small business plan and organizational structure.

This degree is a bi-disciplinary study of horticulture resources and design fundamentals. It includes an in-depth study of plant materials, irrigation, landscape design, and site planning. Topics such as landscape computer-aided design, surveying, and construction measurement techniques, are also covered.
Landscape architects and landscape architect technicians are responsible for the overall design and detailed drawings of a wide range of projects in outdoor spaces including commercial and residential developments, parks and recreation areas, as well as master plans for the management of forested lands. Employment of landscape architects and landscape architect technicians is expected to increase as a result of the increasing emphasis on sustainability land development and design.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ select plant materials that are used for landscapes.
✔ solve landscape design problems.
✔ analyze typical landscape design projects using the design process.
✔ communicate landscape design solutions effectively.

This degree represents several areas of study in Horticulture: arboriculture, floriculture, landscape horticulture and landscape design, olericulture, pomology, and viticulture. Horticulture is the science, art and skill of plant cultivation and the focus of the program is to prepare horticulturalists to work and do research in the many disciplines the industry has to offer. The degree program concentrates on plant identification, landscape design, construction and maintenance, soils and plant nutrition, plant production and marketing, irrigation and water conservation, integrated pest management, and sustainable horticultural practices. Work experience is required.
Horticulturalists find careers in landscape horticulture, which includes the production, marketing and maintenance of landscape plants, as well as the landscape design/build industry, which includes design, construction, and maintenance of outdoor and interior landscapes. Graduates can find careers in the nursery industry, which includes plant production and retail garden centers, and the landscape construction and maintenance industry. Opportunities are with industry, government, education and research, and self employment.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ identify and select plant materials that are used for landscapes in the northern California regions.
✔ analyze a landscape site and create a complete and appropriate landscape design for that site.
✔ analyze a landscape design and apply the sustainable installation procedures necessary to implement the design.
✔ assess a landscape and apply the sustainable landscape maintenance operation techniques required.
✔ assess a soil analysis and apply the appropriate steps to provide for plant health and soil sustainability.
✔ apply the plant production options to produce landscape nursery stock by sexual and asexual methods.
✔ diagnose plant pest signs and symptoms.
✔ formulate a pest management plan using the principles of integrated pest management and recognizing the requirements for licensing or certification.
✔ formulate a marketing plan for a retail nursery and apply the techniques for selling plants and related products.
✔ utilize the sustainable methods of plant growth and production for ornamental and edible plant materials.
✔ identify and then apply safe operating procedures and practices to all horticultural operations.
✔ safely and efficiently operate pesticide application equipment.

The Associate in Arts degree in History for Transfer provides a clearly articulated curricular track for students who wish to transfer to a CSU campus, while also serving the diverse needs of students interested in the breadth and depth of the field of history. Additionally, this degree exposes students to the core principles and practices of the study of history in order to build a foundation for their future personal, academic, and professional paths.
The degree is designed to facilitate students' successful transfer to certain CSU four-year programs that prepare them for advanced study in graduate and professional programs, as well as a variety of careers including teaching, archival research, public history, government service, journalism, business, and the law. History graduates are well suited to many fields of endeavor that require effective reading, writing, and critical thinking skills, as well historically informed perspectives on today's global societies.
The A.A.-T in History degree is designed to prepare students for a wide variety of occupational endeavors, including careers in education, business, public history, government service, the military, and the law.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ identify and correctly use basic historical terminology, and distinguish between primary and secondary sources as historical evidence.
✔ analyze multiple causes for an historical event, and properly evaluate why that event happened.
✔ identify various interpretations used by historians to explain history.
✔ identify the major time periods and relevant geography of history.
✔ analyze and evaluate the major economic, social, political, and cultural developments in history.
✔ analyze and evaluate the experiences and conflicts of diverse groups of people, including "common people" in history.
✔ make historical generalizations based on a study and understanding of historical evidence.

This degree provides an understanding of international issues and the impact of globalization on developed and developing economies. It covers a number of issues, including trade, economic development, war and conflict, and foreign relations and diplomacy.
This degree provides career opportunities with local, state, federal agencies, and in the private sector. The core courses provide students with diverse knowledge to work in a variety of fields, including international business, law, government and non-governmental service, social services, natural sciences, health fields, and education.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ evaluate his/her role as a member of a global network of interdependent societies.
✔ formulate a cohesive understanding of world issues and events and incorporate that knowledge into his/her daily life and career.
✔ analyze various social-scientific perspectives that explain the causes and consequences of globalization.
✔ apply various social-scientific perspectives to daily life and work environment.
✔ recognize people's socio-economic, political, and geographical background.
✔ analyze local and societal issues and problems within a global context.

This degree provides an understanding of international issues and the impact of globalization on developed and developing economies. It covers a number of issues, including trade, economic development, war and conflict, and foreign relations and diplomacy.
The Associate in Arts in Global Studies for Transfer (AA-T) degree provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements of the California State University for transfer. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system. The Associate in Arts in Global Studies for Transfer (AA-T) degree may be obtained by the completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program outlined below (earning a C or better in these courses) and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education‐Breadth Requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ evaluate their role as a member of a global network of interdependent societies.
✔ formulate a cohesive understanding of world issues and events and incorporate that knowledge into their daily life and career.
✔ analyze various social-scientific perspectives that explain the causes and consequences of globalization.
✔ apply various social-scientific perspectives to daily life and work environment, recognize people's socio-economic, political, and geographical background.
✔ analyze local and societal issues and problems within a global context.

This degree provides a broad overview of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of adult development and aging as a foundation for a gerontological biopsychosocial perspective. Additional gerontology, kinesiology, and recreation courses are included to provide a recreation focus. This program is intended for students who plan to seek employment upon completion of the degree or as preparation for further gerontology/social services studies at a four-year college or university.
Entry-level positions planning and leading recreation and leisure activities in skilled nursing facilities, adult day health centers, residential care facilities for the elderly, memory care units, adult day programs, and other settings that provide care, services, and housing for older people and adults with disabilities.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ associate social conditions in the current and recent past with their potential impact on future aging cohorts.
✔ evaluate the impact of diversity in terms of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender and sexual orientation, and citizenship on well-being during aging and on aging outcomes.
✔ generalize knowledge about cognition and memory during aging to how people learn and remember at any age.
✔ recognize macro-, mezzo-, and micro-level ageism messages that marginalize and stigmatize older people.
✔ enumerate the functions of social service delivery systems.
✔ synthesize knowledge of existing California professional codes of ethics for the helping professions.
✔ analyze legal and ethical issues related to aging including the mandatory reporting of abuse, neglect, and exploitation, value imposition, and end-of-life decisions.
✔ demonstrate ease, confidence, rapport, and listening skills during interactions with older adults at various levels of function.
✔ differentiate between aging-related changes and the effects of social condition and deprivations, and physical and mental diseases, disorders, deficits, injuries, and disabilities.
✔ assess the impacts of lifestyle choices on the biopsychosocial domains of function during aging.
✔ apply biopsychosocial gerontological knowledge to case studies and real-life situations.
✔ list services for seniors and adults with disabilities available within a community.
✔ develop an activity calendar and newsletter that meets the overall needs of residents in a facility or community.
✔ integrate health- and aging-related fitness components into fitness activities relevant to a group setting.
✔ list recreation and leisure events for a diverse population based on health and age.

This degree provides a broad overview of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging, along with introductory course work emphasizing the health needs of an aging population. It focuses on preparation for entry-level positions with private industry, government, and non-profit agencies providing health services to senior adults and/or preparation for further gerontology/health care study at a four-year college or university.
Entry-level positions with private industry, government, and non-profit agencies providing health services to senior adults

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ associate social conditions in the current and recent past with their potential impact on future aging cohorts.
✔ evaluate the impact of diversity in terms of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender and sexual orientation, and citizenship on well-being during aging and on aging outcomes.
✔ generalize knowledge about cognition and memory during aging to how people learn and remember at any age.
✔ recognize macro, mezzo, and micro level ageism messages that marginalize and stigmatize older people.
✔ enumerate the functions of social service delivery systems.
✔ synthesize knowledge of existing California professional codes of ethics for the helping professions.
✔ analyze legal and ethical issues related to aging including the mandatory reporting of abuse, neglect, and exploitation, value imposition, and end-of-life decisions.
✔ demonstrate ease, confidence, rapport, and listening skills during interactions with older adults at various levels of function.
✔ differentiate between aging-related changes and the effects of social condition and deprivations, and physical and mental diseases, disorders, deficits, injuries, and disabilities.
✔ assess the impacts of lifestyle choices on the biopsychosocial domains of function during aging.
✔ apply biopsychosocial gerontological knowledge to case studies and real-life situations.
✔ list services for seniors and adults with disabilities available within a community.
✔ demonstrate a workable knowledge of medical terminology by interpreting health care reports/records accurately into clear, non-medical terms.
✔ differentiate between the basic mechanisms of biological homeostasis and aging from physiological imbalances related to illness and disease.
✔ identify communication disorders in individuals of various ages with consideration of cultural and linguistic differences.

This degree provides a broad overview of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of adult development and aging as a foundation for a gerontological biopsychosocial perspective. Additional human services and psychology courses are included to provide a case management and social services focus. This program is intended for students who plan to seek employment upon completion of the degree or as preparation for further gerontology/social services studies at a four-year college or university.
Entry-level care management and social services positions in state and local government agencies, non-profit organizations, institutions, and private sector businesses that provide older people and adults with disabilities with information and referral service, service coordination, employment and legal services, activity and recreation programs, health education and health promotion programs, housing, medical care, and in-home support services. Graduates with this focus may also become self-employed.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ associate social conditions in the current and recent past with their potential impact on future aging cohorts.
✔ evaluate the impact of diversity in terms of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender and sexual orientation, and citizenship on well-being during aging and on aging outcomes.
✔ generalize knowledge about cognition and memory during aging to how people learn and remember at any age.
✔ recognize macro, mezzo, and micro level ageism messages that marginalize and stigmatize older people.
✔ enumerate the functions of social service delivery systems.
✔ synthesize knowledge of existing California professional codes of ethics for the helping professions.
✔ analyze legal and ethical issues related to aging including the mandatory reporting of abuse, neglect, and exploitation, value imposition, and end-of-life decisions.
✔ demonstrate ease, confidence, rapport, and listening skills during interactions with older adults at various levels of function.
✔ differentiate between aging-related changes and the effects of social condition and deprivations, and physical and mental diseases, disorders, deficits, injuries, and disabilities.
✔ assess the impacts of lifestyle choices on the biopsychosocial domains of function during aging.
✔ apply biopsychosocial gerontological knowledge to case studies and real-life situations.
✔ list services for seniors and adults with disabilities available within a community.
✔ assess the psychological, physiological, and sociocultural issues related to substance use, misuse, and abuse.
✔ demonstrate the techniques of interviewing and counseling individuals or groups appropriate for associate level helpers in social service agency settings.
✔ describe the psychological, social, philosophical, and legal issues related to death.

This degree provides a broad overview of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of adult development and aging as a foundation for a gerontological biopsychosocial perspective. Additional communication, political science, and sociology courses are included to provide an advocacy and social policy focus. This program is intended for students who plan to seek employment upon completion of the degree or as preparation for further gerontology/social services studies at a four-year college or university.
Entry-level advocacy and support positions in state and local government agencies, non-profit organizations, institutions, and private sector businesses that provide older people and adults with disabilities with information and referral service, service coordination, employment and legal services, activity and recreation programs, health education and health promotion programs, housing, medical care, and in-home support services.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ associate social conditions in the current and recent past with their potential impact on future aging cohorts.
✔ evaluate the impact of diversity in terms of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender and sexual orientation, and citizenship on well-being during aging and on aging outcomes.
✔ generalize knowledge about cognition and memory during aging to how people learn and remember at any age.
✔ recognize macro, mezzo, and micro level ageism messages that marginalize and stigmatize older people.
✔ enumerate the functions of social service delivery systems.
✔ synthesize knowledge of existing California professional codes of ethics for the helping professions.
✔ analyze legal and ethical issues related to aging including the mandatory reporting of abuse, neglect, and exploitation, value imposition, and end-of-life decisions.
✔ demonstrate ease, confidence, rapport, and listening skills during interactions with older adults at various levels of function.
✔ differentiate between aging-related changes and the effects of social condition and deprivations, and physical and mental diseases, disorders, deficits, injuries, and disabilities.
✔ assess the impacts of lifestyle choices on the biopsychosocial domains of function during aging.
✔ apply biopsychosocial gerontological knowledge to case studies and real-life situations.
✔ list services for seniors and adults with disabilities available within a community.
✔ recognize the relationship between constitutional rights, the governing process, and public policy at both the state and federal level.
✔ assess the relationships between individual social and cultural backgrounds to everyday life events, social conditions, and quality of life.
✔ apply logic and evidence to support, organize, and deliver persuasive discourse.