The Department of Physics & Astronomy offers a Bachelor of Arts in Physics and two Bachelor of Science degree programs: in Physics (which also offers an emphasis in Astrophysics), and in Applied Physics. The A.B. degree provides broad coverage of classical and modern physics while permitting a broader liberal arts education than is possible with the other two programs. The B.S. degree in either Physics or Applied Physics should be followed by the student who plans to enter physics as a profession, and also provides excellent training for a wide variety of technical career options. The B.S. in Applied Physics provides the student with a solid introduction to a particular applied physics specialty. For the student who plans to enter the job market upon completing a B.S. degree, the applied physics orientation would be an asset. Either B.S. program provides a solid foundation in physics for the student interested in graduate work in either pure or applied physics.

Career Alternatives
Careers in physics and applied physics include research and development, either in universities, government laboratories, or industry; teaching in high schools, junior colleges, and universities; management and administration in industrial laboratories and in government agencies; and in production and sales in industry. A major in physics also provides a strong base for graduate-level work in such interdisciplinary areas as chemical physics, biophysics and medical physics, geophysics and environmental physics, astrophysics and astronomy, computer science, and materials science.

The Department of Philosophy offers its majors a choice among three options. The General Emphasis provides a broad view of the field of philosophy. It includes a breadth requirement at the lower division level while providing students wide choice in more advanced courses. The Pre-Law and Pre-Med Emphases include courses that provide philosophical perspectives on law and medicine respectively and that also provide important preparation for professional school.

The Department offers courses in most areas of contemporary analytic philosophy including the theory of knowledge, metaphysics, logic, ethics, and political philosophy. In addition, upper division courses are offered in oral and political philosophy, and aesthetics, and in the philosophy of religion, of mind, of language, of mathematics, of law, and of the physical, biological and social sciences. The problems of philosophy have important roots in past. The history of philosophy is important not only as part of the heritage of educated persons, but also because it is relevant to contemporary issues. For these reasons, the department places great emphasis on the history of philosophy, providing courses on the major figures and traditions of western philosophy.

Career Pathways
Students of philosophy learn to understand and evaluate arguments and to think and write precisely and clearly. These analytical skills are assets in any career. Many of our majors have pursued graduate study in philosophy and have become philosophers in their own right. Others have pursued academic careers in related disciplines in the humanities and social sciences. Philosophy majors are well prepared for law, business, or other professional schools and have found careers in computer programming, government service, teaching, the ministry, and social work. Those wishing to attend law school or medical school should consider pursuing the Pre-Law and Pre-Med emphases, respectively.

We offer several degree programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) and the Bachelor of Science (B.S.). To meet and discuss these programs with our staff advisors, see Academic Advising.

The B.S. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry is strongly focused on basic science while providing students with a greater understanding of the experimental and computational processes and societal issues that surround the synthesis, discovery, and design of modern pharmaceuticals. Important relevant topics include potential drug targets, physical principles of drug action, drug synthesis & screening, computational drug design, drug delivery, and ethical concerns. The demand for pharmaceutical chemists is high and anticipated to grow, as modern chemistry allows a wide range of choices for drug synthesis and our growing knowledge of biological processes presents challenging targets for novel therapeutics.

Career Alternatives
Graduates in Pharmaceutical Chemistry will be able to successfully pursue their career objectives in advanced education in professional and/or graduate schools and in a range of scientific careers in academia, government, or industry including the pharmaceutical, medicinal & biological sciences, medicine, pharmacy, pharmacology, and biotechnology.

The Natural Sciences AS has an interdisciplinary area of emphasis on the study of the natural world, its life forms, and the transformations of matter and energy, as well as the procedure by which new information is acquired and the scientific method. Students who complete this degree will develop an understanding of the relationships between science and other human activities.

Students who complete this degree can earn higher wages in entry-level positions in a variety of fields, particularly ones that prefer familiarity with the natural sciences. The degree may also prepare students for careers that require further study, such as conservationists, researchers and lab technicians, and educators; students who plan to transfer should meet with a counselor to ensure that transfer requirements are met.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

✓ Demonstrate familiarity with methods of scientific inquiry.
✓ Demonstrate familiarity with multiple aspects of the natural world and its life forms.
✓ Demonstrate and understanding of ways in which science interacts with and affects human activities.

The Arts and Humanities AA has an interdisciplinary area of emphasis on the cultural activities and artistic expressions of human beings. Students who complete this degree will develop an awareness of the ways in which people throughout the ages and in different cultures have responded to themselves and the world around them in artistic and cultural creation. 
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Students who complete this degree can earn higher wages in entry-level positions in a variety of fields, particularly ones that prefer familiarity with the arts and humanities. The degree may also prepare students for careers that require further study, such as art directors and curators, set and exhibit designers, and educators; students who plan to transfer should meet with a counselor to ensure that transfer requirements are met.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

✓ Demonstrate an understanding of cultural pluralism and knowledge of global issues.
✓ Articulate similarities and differences among cultures, times, and environments.
✓ Demonstrate a respect for various opinions, feelings, and various cultural values.
✓ Effectively communicate an understanding of cultural expression through art, music, languages, literature, and/or history.

Students who complete the required courses and 255-hour internship for the Chemical Dependency Counselor Certificate may complete additional graduation requirements to earn the Chemical Dependency Counseling Associate in Science. This degree meets the standards for application for certification as a Certified Addictions Treatment Counselor II (CATC II) established by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and certification agencies in the State of California. Degree completers will qualify to apply for certification as a CATC II through state-approved certification boards. Completion of the Associate of Science degree will assist students in obtaining multiple career opportunities including, but not limited to, Behavioral Health and Chemical Dependency Case Manager, Behavioral Health Counselor, Chemical Dependency Counselor and Treatment Facilities Counselor.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

✓ Students will acquire sufficient hours of experience in the twelve core counseling functions as required by California certification agencies in the context of a field work practicum.
✓ Students will be exposed to the General Education pattern necessary to obtain an Associate Degree.
✓ Students will demonstrate communication skills (verbal, non-verbal and written) that insure that they can work effectively with clients and other professionals in diverse communities.
✓ Students will demonstrate skills and abilities and appropriately apply knowledge to chemical dependency counseling settings and situations.
✓ Students will display an appreciation and respect for people from diverse backgrounds, including, but not limited to, cultural elements such as age, gender, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation/identification, religion, ability/disability, and socio-economic status.
✓ Students will understand and demonstrate ethical behavior in a variety of challenging and diverse environments and situations.

The Associate in Science for Transfer in Social Work and Human Services is specifically designed as a pathway to the California State University for social work, human services, and related majors. The courses within this program provide students with the historical context and foundations of social work, as well as hands on experience in community-based organizations. Many of the courses in this degree are also aligned with the Human Services Associate in Science.

Students who complete an Associate Degree for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University System and priority admission consideration to their local CSU campus or to a program that is deemed similar to their community college major. This priority does not guarantee admission to specific majors or campuses. Students should consult with a counselor for more information on specific university major admission and transfer requirements.

The following are required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:

🗸 Minimum of 60 CSU transferrable semester units
🗸 Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework
🗸 Completion of all courses in the major with grade of C or better or a P if the course is taken on a pass-no-pass basis
🗸 Certified completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE Breadth) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

✓ Describe the basic concepts, methods of inquiry, and the theories of social work and human services practice.
✓ Analyze public policy issues, complexities and controversies affecting social service agencies and their clients.
✓ Appraise and apply the knowledge of existing California professional codes of ethics for the helping professions.
✓ Demonstrate effective individual and group setting interpersonal and social skills in interactions with a demographically diverse population.

The Human Services Associate in Science degree is designed to prepare students to enter the highly demanding field of human services to provide quality care and support. Students will gain knowledge of human service delivery systems; intervention strategies and case management techniques; communication skills for working with individuals, groups, and diverse populations; ethical and legal standards of practice; and personal and interpersonal skills needed to manage stress and increase wellness. This degree is designed to prepare students for employment as Human Service counselors, workers, and aides in areas of social services, vocational rehabilitation, mental health, child and family services, support services for seniors and people with disabilities and educational facilities, and to provide additional training and skills for career advancement to currently employed paraprofessional human service workers.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

✓ Demonstrate communications skills [verbal, non-verbal, and written] that insure they can work effectively with clients and other professionals within the community.
✓ Demonstrate ethical behavior in a variety of challenging situations.
✓ Demonstrate respect and inclusivity with people from diverse backgrounds and communities, including, but not limited to, cultural elements, gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation/ identification, religion, ability/disability, and socio-economic
✓ Demonstrate respect and inclusivity with people from diverse backgrounds and communities, including, but not limited to, cultural elements, gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation/ identification, religion, ability/disability, and socio-economic status.
✓ Demonstrate skills and abilities and appropriately apply knowledge to work settings and situations.

History is a study of the past. The past not only defines our lives, society, and the world we live in today, but shapes the pathway to the future. Students of history study individuals, groups, communities, nations, people, and cultures from different times and places. Many different methods are applied to effectively learn about history. History students examine the past through different perspectives and apply various analytical techniques to raise questions and think critically about the past. In addition to learning about amazing events, history provides us with a better understanding of our present lives.

Students who complete an Associate Degree for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University System and priority admission consideration to their local CSU campus or to a program that is deemed similar to their community college major. This priority does not guarantee admission to specific majors or campuses. Students should consult with a counselor for more information on specific university major admission and transfer requirements.

The following are required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:

🗸 Minimum of 60 CSU transferrable semester units
🗸 Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework
🗸 Completion of all courses in the major with grade of C or better or a P if the course is taken on a pass-no pass basis
🗸 Certified completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE Breadth) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

✓ Analyze information and data to achieve a better understanding of present society in reference to the past.
✓ Recognize and articulate how past events are interconnected
throughout the world.
✓ Recognize and articulate the many struggles and accomplishments of different cultural groups from past events.

Geology is an interdisciplinary science that combines geological observations and concepts with those of physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics in order to study the earth, its physical environments, and its history. By studying rocks, fossils, and minerals, and by learning to read and interpret maps, geologists seek to understand those geologic principles and processes that shape the earth and its environments.

The goal of the Woodland Community College Geology program is to provide students with a broad preparatory education in Geology so they can complete their graduation requirements, associate degree requirements, transfer requirements, are prepared for entry-level geosciences jobs, and/or receive personal enrichment.  The Geology program is aligned with the college-level student learning outcomes of computation, critical thinking, and scientific awareness. The Geology AS-T degree is designed specifically for students planning on transferring to the CSU system.

Students who complete an Associate Degree for Transfer (AA-T or AS-T) will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University System and priority admission consideration to their local CSU campus or to a program that is deemed similar to their community college major. This priority does not guarantee admission to specific majors or campuses. Students should consult with a counselor for more information on specific university major admission and transfer requirements.

The following are required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:

🗸 Minimum of 60 CSU transferrable semester units
🗸 Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework
🗸 Completion of all courses in the major with grade of C or better or a P if the course is taken on a pass-no-pass basis
🗸 Certified completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE Breadth) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

✓ Demonstrate an understanding of the purpose of scientific inquiry and the implications and applications of basic scientific principles within the field of geology.
✓ Demonstrate the ability to use appropriate mathematical concepts and methods to understand, analyze, and communicate issues within geology in quantitative terms.
✓ Think and reason scientifically in order to analyze data/information in addressing & evaluating problems and issues pertaining to geology