2011 General CataloG & announCement of Courses - Ventura College

HIST V18A - WORLD HISTORY I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a survey of major developments among world
peoples from antiquity to 1550, with particular emphasis on the
dynamic interaction and comparison of world cultures and their
institutions. The focus is on the role played by social, political,
economic, religious, and other cultural forces in shaping major world
cultures and their histories, and the legacy of these peoples for those
who followed and for our world today.
Formerly Hist 18A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
HIST V18B - WORLD HISTORY II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a survey of world history from the sixteenth century
to the present, with particular emphasis on the dynamic interaction
and comparison of peoples and cultures. The focus is on the
role played by social, political, economic, cultural, technological,
and religious forces in shaping the histories of the major regional
civilizations of the world, the interactions of the various civilizations,
and their collective contributions to our global community.
Formerly Hist 18B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
HIST V20 - INTRODUCTION TO WORLD HISTORY OF THE
20TH AND 21ST CENTURIES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will examine the major events and trends in the world
from the 20th century to the present. Topics will include political
events, conflict and conflict resolution, social history, the revolution
in science, the spread of technology, significant business and
economic trends, changing demographics, and popular culture.
Formerly Hist 20. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
HIST V21 - HISTORY OF THE MODERN MIDDLE
EAST - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course examines the history of the Middle East from 1800
to the present. Its geographic focus will be Egypt, the Fertile
Crescent, Arabia, Iran, and Turkey. Particular emphasis is given to
the relationship between Islam and the social/political history of the
Middle East; the impact of Western imperialism and the process
of decolonization; and the historical roots of contemporary policy
issues.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
HIST V30 - HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN WEST - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course examines the American West from Pre-Columbian to
modern times. Emphasis is placed upon the westward movement,
the role of women and minorities in shaping the West, and the
interaction of Native Americans, Hispanic Americans, Anglo
Americans, and other groups who settled the region of the West
(west of the 100th Meridian). The course also examines the pivotal
role of resources and economic development in shaping the West.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HIST V60B. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HIST V88 - HISTORY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
HIST V89 - WORKSHOPS IN HISTORY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Hist 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
HIST V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN HISTORY - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
who wish to pursue projects not included in the regular curriculum.
Students are accepted only by a written project proposal approved by
the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Hist 90. Transfer credit: CSU;
for UC, determined after admission.
HOLISTIC STUDIES
Associate in Arts Degree
General Studies Pattern I
HOLISTIC STUDIES*
Transfer requirements may differ
See counselor or consult assist.org
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
HED V73 Introduction to Holistic Health
and Healing 3
HED V76 Understanding and Managing Stress 3
HED V91 Survey of Alternative and Integrative
Medicine 3
PHIL V03A Survey of World Religions: East 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following Culture, Ethics, and Religion
courses:
AES V01/ANTH V04 Native Peoples of North America 3
ANTH V07 The Anthropology of Magic, Religion
and Witchcraft 3
IDS V08 Ethics in Modern Society 3
PHIL V02 Introduction to Ethics 3
PHIL V03B Survey of World Religions: West 3
PSY V30 Multicultural Psychology 3
SOC V02 Social Problems 3
Select one (1) of the following Health and Spirituality
courses:
EAC V13 Holistic Health and Disabilities 1.5
EAC V17 Grief: Death, Loss and Disability 1.5
HED V70 Spiritual Health 3
HED V97 Fundamentals of Nutrition and Fitness 3
PSY V02 Personal Growth and Social Awareness 3
Select one (1) of the following Science and the Environment
courses:
AG V54/ESRM V14 Conservation of Natural Resources 3
ANAT V01 General Human Anatomy 4
ANPH V01 Introduction to Human Anatomy and
Physiology 5
BIOL V10/ESRM V01 Introduction to Environmental Issues 3
BIOL V12 Principles of Human Biology 3
154 Credit Courses, Degrees, Certificates, and Awards Ventura College Catalog 2010 - 2011