2012 Catalog PDF - Feather River College

Course Listings
POL 180 ENVIROnMENTAL POLICY 3 UNITS
HOURS: 3 lec
CSU, UC
A comprehensive analysis of the laws and policies that affect water, land, air, fire, wildlife, and vegetation in the
American West. The class will examine the federal land management agencies (history, mission, policies), and issues
specific to wilderness, wildlife, timber, grazing, water, and mining. Cross-listed with ENVR180.
POL 201 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 3 UNITS
HOURS: 3 lec
CSU (D8), UC, IGETC (4H)
This course examines the structure and operation of the international political system. The focus will be on global
issues (conflict and cooperation) and the role of the nation-state, non-state actors in topics such as war, peace,
development, trade, environmental issues, the international political economy, and regional and international
arrangements. Prerequisite: POL 101 (or equivalent American Institutions course).
POL 291 DIRECTED STUDY 1-5 UNITS
HOURS: 18-270
CSU
A student may take advanced course work or complete a student designed project in Political Science after having
completed introductory courses. The topics, learning objectives, educational material(s), number of units to be awarded,
and method of evaluation are determined in a written agreement between the instructor and the student before the
student engages in the learning experience. A “Learning Contract for Directed Studies” must be completed by the
student, approved by the instructor, and Chief Instructional Officer, and placed on file with the Office of Instruction.
PSYCHOLOGY
PSY 102 INTRODucTION TO PSYCHOLOGY 3 UNITS
HOURS: 3 lec
CSU (d9, E), UC, IGETC (4i)
Introduction to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes, including research methodology, perception,
memory, motivation, emotion, personality, psychological development, intelligence, and psychobiology.
PSY 130 PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN 3 UNITS
HOURS: 3 lec
CSU (d4), UC
Explores the psychological, psycho-biological, social, and cultural factors that contribute to gender differences and
the experiences of women. Myths and stereotypes of gender differences will be explored in light of current research,
especially regarding women’s physical and mental health, work, and relationships.
PSY 291 DIRECTED STUDY 1-5 UNITS
HOURS: 18–270
CSU
A student may take advanced course work or complete a student designed project in Psychology after having
completed introductory courses. The topics, learning objectives, educational material(s), number of units to be
awarded, and method of evaluation are determined in a written agreement between the instructor and the student
before the student engages in the learning experience. A “Learning Contract for Directed Studies” must be completed
by the student, approved by the instructor, and Chief Instructional Officer, and placed on file with the Office of
Instruction.
SOCIOLOGY
SOC 100 SEX, GENDER, & SOCIETY 3 UNITS
HOURS: 3 lec CSU (d0, D4), UC, IGETC (4d, 4f)
This course is a broad cross-cultural overview of the role of men and women in society. This course explores the
biological, environmental, cultural and economic forces that have affected our attitudes about the positions men
and women can or should play in society. Students in this course will also explore the social patterns of the past,
which continue to shape our lives and relationships today. By acquiring a greater awareness of gender experiences in
different societies, students will gain a broader framework within which to understand the evolving position of men
and women within our own society.
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