Course Offerings : Interdisciplinary Studies

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Open to students of any ESL/English level Placement in English 104 or higher Placement in English 108 or higher Placement in English 112 or equivalent Completion of English 112 or equivalent

 

Note: These courses (with the exception of ID117) fulfill the CC/CD requirement.

Interdisciplinary 107 – Introduction to Peace and Conflict Studies (2-3) ****
Prerequisite: English 106. A survey of the causes, consequences, and alternatives
to conflict, from interpersonal to international levels. The course integrates
perspectives, theories, and issues from different disciplines and incorporates
cross-cultural comparisons. UC/IND/CSU

Interdisciplinary 117 – The Art of Being Human (2-3) A critical examination of
the liberal arts and sciences for the purpose of acquiring the base skills,
knowledge and values for personal, social and physical well being.
UC/IND/CSU area E

Interdisciplinary 123 – Psychobiology: Mind, Brain and Behavior (2-3)
Prerequisite: Psychology 150. This course is designed to integrate psychological
and biological approaches to explaining human consciousness and behavior. The
interrelationship between mental experiences and the brain’s neurochemical
activities will be explored with respect to the following topics: sensation and
perception; cognition; drives; emotions; social behavior; altered states of
consciousness; mental health and mental illness. (Same as Psychology 123)
UC/IND/CSU areas B2, D7, D9; IGETC areas 4, 5

Interdisciplinary 126 – The Compleat Naturalist: Interdisciplinary Approaches
to the Natural World (1-3) *** Prerequisite: English 105. A survey of how the
Sciences and Humanities bear on our perception, understanding and response to
a designated natural region and its distinctive features. The course integrates
extensive field activities to interconnect natural history, the history of human
adaptations, and both philosophical and artistic responses to the region. (126ASouthern California; 126B-Costa Rica) UC/ IND/CSU

Interdisciplinary 130 – Information Literacy (2-3) *** Learn to construct a
research strategy and use research resources for academic and career endeavors.
Examine information technology’s impact on the individual and society.
UC/CSU/IND

Interdisciplinary 133 – Dynamics of Leadership (1-3) *** The purpose of this
course is to provide the student with an intensive opportunity to analyze
responsibilities and commitments in the context of leadership. This course
explores theories and styles of leadership in order to understand the changing
nature of leadership today and examines the ethics of leadership using current
topics. CSU/IND

Interdisciplinary 135 – Perspectives on Global Development (3) **** This
course provides a comparative, multidisciplinary overview of concepts, methods,
and theories of development and underdevelopment. Persisting disparities in
wealth, power, and access to quality-of-life amenities such as education, health
care, land, housing, and employment are analyzed, both within and between
societies. (same as ECO 135/HIS 135) UC/IND/CSU area D7; IGETC area 4

Interdisciplinary 140 – Images of Women in Literature and the Arts (2-3) ***
An investigation from a feminist perspective, of some of the classic works of
Continental European, English, and American literature. Literary examples of
female stereotypes and archetypes, positive and negative views of women, as
well as the cultural, psychological, and sociological foundations of these
phenomena. UC/IND/CSU area C2

Interdisciplinary 142 – Religion in America (3) **** A study of the
origins/importance of religion in America from the early settlements to the 20th
century. The interaction of religion and history will also be examined. (Same as
Religion 142) UC/IND/CSU; IGETC area 3

Interdisciplinary 146 – Mysteries in Literature and Film (2-3) *** Exploration
of the mystery genre as it appears in literature and film. Emphasis on the
elements of the mystery genre including plot, characterization and tone.
UC/IND/CSU area C2

Interdisciplinary 147 – Literature and Psychology (2-3) *** A study of
psychology applied to an appreciation and understanding of selected writings.
UC/IND/CSU area C2

Interdisciplinary 148 – Film: History and Form (2-3) *** An historical, critical
survey with emphasis on the relationship between the techniques of film making
and their creative application. Consideration of script, cinematography, sound,
editing, directing, acting genre, and style. (Same as Communication Arts 148)
UC/IND/CSU area C1

Interdisciplinary 149 – Fairy Tales and Folklore (2-3) *** This course explores
the values and lessons in fairy tales and folk stories from around the world.
Analysis of stories will incorporate a variety of interpretive perspectives
including psychological, anthropological, feminist, and humanist. Stories will be
contrasted according to cultural differences as well as differences between print
and film versions. UC/IND/CSU area C2

Interdisciplinary 180 – Comparative Culture (2-3) **** The study of a non-
Western culture; the nature and interrelations of society, character, and culture.
The socio-cultural system of a country or area; cross-cultural communication and
understanding. (180A – Japan; 180B – China; 180D – The Middle East; 180E –
Kenya) UC/IND/CSU area D7

Interdisciplinary 185 – Backstage with the Arts (2-3) *** Fundamentals of
acting and theoretical and practical aspects of art, drama, music, and dance
through lecture, discussions and media presentations. Numerous field trips
including the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Shubert Theatre, the Los
Angeles Music Center, Universal Studios, and television studios. IND/CSU

Interdisciplinary 191 – Western Culture (2-3) *** A study of the culture and
sub-cultures of Europe and the Americas including their social systems, history,
economy, religion, and art. (191B – The Heritage of Britain; 191C – Mexico; 191E
– The Iberian Peninsula; 191F – Scandinavia; 191G – France; 191I – Greece and
Italy) UC/IND/CSU area D7

** Interdisciplinary 290 – Selected Topics (1-3).
** Interdisciplinary 291 – Internship (1-4).
** Interdisciplinary 295 – Independent Study (1-3).
** Interdisciplinary 296 – Field Practicum (1-4).