Coastline Community College
Schedule of Classes
SOCCOAST Afloat "Courses for Cutters"

Art 100 - History/Appreciation of Art Prior to Renaissance
(3 SH LL Arts & Humanities / Global Multicultural)
Multicultural survey of art from prehistoric times to the Renaissance period, stressing basic principles and history of art. Introduction to form and content and the media and methods of the visual arts. Illustrated lectures, reading and study of related exhibitions.

ASTR-100 - INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY 
(3 SH LL Natural Science)
Introduction to the origin, characteristics and evolution of the solar system, the stars, the galaxies and the universe and historical milestones.

BIOL 100 - INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY 
(3 SH LL Natural Science)
For non-science majors. Study basic concepts of biology emphasizing the characteristics of plants and animals, human body systems, health, genetics and the environment.

BUS 120 - PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING 
(3 SH LL Elective)
Update traditional introductory business curriculum with new business models, impact of Internet and other changes brought about by technology.

COMM 100 - INTRODUCTION TO MASS COMMUNICATIONS 
(3 SH LL Speech)
A study and analysis of the major media - newspapers, magazines, radio and television - covering how they function and affect society.

COMP SCI 100 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(3 SH LL Elective)
Introduction to the concepts of electronic data processing and their application in problem solving and management decision-making in business, science and industry.

Ecology 100 - Human Ecology
(3 SH LL Natural Science)
Develops understanding of the biological implication of human's interplay with the planet. Examines the biosphere and biogeochemical cycles to predict the biological prospects of the future and promote good planet management.

GEOL 100 - GENERAL GEOLOGY
(3 SH LL Natural Science)
A study of the composition and structure of the earth and the internal and external processes which modify the crust and the surface. A non-laboratory science class.

HIST 180 - WESTERN CIVILIZATION TO 1550 
(3 SH LL History/Global Multicultural)
A study of the development of present day Western culture from the earliest beginnings to 1550; emphasis on the impact of philosophical, social and economic factors on Western Civilization.

HIST 185 - WESTERN CIVILIZATION SINCE 1550 
(3 SH LL History/Global Multicultural)
A study of the development of Western culture from 1550 to the present.

HUM 130 - AMERICAN CINEMA 
(3 SH LL Humanities)
Historical development of film as an art form considering scientific, sociological and philosophical influences and effects. Viewing and analysis of some landmark films

MAR SCI 100 - INTRODUCTION TO MARINE SCIENCE
(3 SH LL Natural Science)
A general study of the marine environment. Examines the chemical, biological and geological properties of the sea, the sea as a natural resource and its geopolitical and economic impact.

M&S 100 - Organization and Management
(3 SH LL Elective)
An introduction to organizations and the theory and practice of management. Emphasis on organizational functions, design and decision making and the application of leadership and managerial skills in various organizational environments.

PHIL 100 - INTRO TO PHILOSOPHY 
(3 SH LL Arts & Humanities / Global Multicultural)
Covers many traditional philosophical issues, including views on human nature, metaphysics, religion, sources of knowledge, determinism vs. free will, personal and social ethics. Multicultural and feminist issues are woven into traditional Western material, including contributions from India (Hinduism and Buddhism), China (Confucianism), and Japan (Zen Buddhism) among others.

PHIL 120 - ETHICS TO MAKING MORAL CHOICES 
(3 SH LL Arts & Humanities)
A comprehensive look at the major ethical and moral issues of today.

Political Science 100 - American Government
(3 SH LL Social Sciences)
An introduction to the principles and problems of government, with particular attention to the American political system at all levels. Emphasis is on the human factor in politics and the realities of government at work.

PSYCH 100 - INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY 
(3 SH LL Social Sciences)
Fundamentals of human psychology. Use a scientific approach to study human behavior, examine and integrate physiological, intrapsychic, and social/behavioral perspectives on human through and behavior.

Psychology 115 - Child Growth/Development
(3 SH LL Social Sciences)
Examination of human development from conception through adolescence. Includes the biological, psychological and sociocultural aspects of the maturation process.

SPANISH 180A - INTRODUCTION TO ELEMENTARY SPANISH 
(2.5 SH LL Arts & Humanities / Global Multicultural)
Introduction to the Spanish comprehension and conversation, reading and writing skills and customs and cultures of the Spanish' speaking world.

SPANISH 180B - CONTINUING ELEMENTARY SPANISH 
(2.5 SH LL Arts & Humanities / Global Multicultural)
Review and expansion of Spanish comprehension and conversation, reading and writing skills and customs and cultures of the Spanish' speaking world. Prerequisite: Spanish 180A