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CLEP EXAM PASSING MIN. SEM. CSU-GE AREA/ PASSING RIO HONDO RIO HONDO
SCORE FOR UNITS CERTIFICATION SCORE FOR EQUIVALENT SEMESTER
CSU CREDIT EARNED FOR UNITS RIO HONDO RIO HONDO COURSE (FOR UNITS
ADMISSION GE AREA CREDIT CREDIT AWARDED
French Level II 59 C2 ASSOCIATE DEGREE)
12 units (if 3 units Humanities 80 12 units
FR 101/102/201
taken prior to F’15)
Freshman College 50 9 units (if taken NA Language & 50 ENGL 101 (if taken 3.5 units
Composition Rationality
German Level I 50 F’15 or after)
60 NA
German Level II NA Humanities
before July ’10)
6 units NA NA NA NA
12 units (if C2
3 units 60 NA 3 units
taken prior to F’15)
History, US I 50 D+US-1 Social/Behavioral 50 NA 3 units
50 9 units (if taken 3 units Sciences 50 NA 3 units
History, US II 50 D+US-1 50 NA 3 units
50 F’15 or after) 3 units Social/Behavioral 50 NA 3 units
Human Growth & 50 Sciences 50 CIT 101 3 units
Development 3 units E
Humanities 50 3 units Social/Behavioral NA NA NA
50 3 units Sciences 50 BUSL 110 3 units
Information 50 C2 50 3 units
Systems & Comp. 50 3 units 3 units Humanities 50 NA 3 units
NA
Applications 3 units NA NA
Intro to Educ.
3 units NA
Psychology
Introductory 3 units NA NA
Business Law 3 units
Introductory 3 units NA Social/Behavioral
Psychology 3 units Sciences
Introductory D
3 units Social/Behavioral
Sociology Sciences
D
3 units
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CLEP EXAM PASSING MIN. SEM. CSU-GE AREA/ PASSING RIO HONDO RIO HONDO
SCORE FOR UNITS CERTIFICATION SCORE FOR EQUIVALENT SEMESTER
CSU CREDIT EARNED FOR UNITS RIO HONDO RIO HONDO COURSE (FOR UNITS
ADMISSION GE AREA CREDIT CREDIT AWARDED
Natural Sciences 50 B1 or B2 ASSOCIATE DEGREE)
3 units 3 units Natural Sciences 50 3 units
NA 3 units
3 units B4 Language &
Pre-Calculus 50 3 units Rationality 50 NA NA
3 units 3 units
Principles of 50 NA NA NA NA 3 units
Accounting 50 3 units
Principles of 50 3 units D Social/Behavioral 50 NA 3 units
Macroeconomics 50 3 units 3 units Sciences 50 NA 8 units
Principles of 50 3 units 50 MGMT 150 12 units
Microeconomics 50 D Social/Behavioral
Principles of 63 3 units Sciences 3 units
Management NA
Principles of NA 3 units
Marketing 3 units
Spanish Level I 3 units NA NA 50 MRKT 170
Spanish Level II
6 units NA Humanities 50 SPAN 101/102
C2 Humanities 63 SPAN 101/102/
12 units (if 3 units
201
taken prior to F’15)
Trigonometry 50 9 units (if taken B4 (if taken prior to Language & 50 NA
Rationality
Western 50 F’15 or after) F’06) 50 NA
Civilization I 50 Humanities or 50 NA
3 units 3 units S/B Sciences
Western C2 or D Social/Behavioral
Civilization II 3 units 3 units
Sciences
3 units D
3 units
RHC: Students will get specific course credit only where a Rio Hondo equivalent course has been designated. A student
who receives CLEP credit and then takes the equivalent RHC course will have the unit credit for such duplication deducted
prior to being awarded the Associate degree.
CSU: All CSU campuses will accept the minimum units shown and apply them toward fulfillment of the designated
CSU-GE area if the examination is included as part of a full or subject-area certification. Please note that individual CSU
campuses may choose to grant more units than specified toward completion of the CSU General Education-Breadth
requirements.
IGETC: CLEP exams cannot be used to certify IGETC.
Please see a counselor for assistance in determining CLEP credit for graduation and/or transfer.
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Credit by External Examination
International Baccalaureate (IB)
EXAM RHC AA GE Area Credit CSU GE CSU - UNITS EARNED IGETC UC - UNITS
Score of 5 or better Score of 5 or better, TOWARD TRANSFER Score of 5 or Better EARNED TOWARD
unless noted otherwise
IB Biology HL Natural Science 6 semester units Area 5B TRANSFER
3 semester units Area B2 6 semester units 3 semester units
IB Chemistry HL Clearance for BIOL 111L or 120L 3 semester units 6 semester units 8 quarter/5.3 semester
6 semester units Area 5A units
IB Economics HL Natural Science Area B1 6 semester units 3 semester units
IB Geography HL 3 semester units 3 semester units Area 4 8 quarter/5.3 semester
IB History (any region) 6 semester units 3 semester units units
HL Social/Behavioral Sciences Area D Area 4 8 quarter/5.3 semester
3 semester units 3 semester units 6 semester units 3 semester units units
Area D 8 quarter/5.3 semester
Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 semester units 6 semester units Area 3B or 4E units
3 semester units 3 semester units 8 quarter/5.3 semester
Area C2 or D 6 semester units units
Humanities or Social/Behavioral 3 semester units 6 semester units Area 3B and 6A
Sciences 6 semester units (if language other 8 quarter/5.3 semester
3 semester units Score of 4 or better 6 semester units than English) units
Area C2 3 semester units 3 semester units
IB Language A – Lit. HL Humanities 3 semester units 6 semester units Area 3B and 6A 8 quarter/5.3 semester
3 semester units (if language other units
Score of 4 or better than English)
IB Language A – Lang. Humanities Area C2 3 semester units 8 quarter/5.3 semester
& Lit. HL 3 semester units 3 semester units units
Area 3B
IB Language A1 (any Humanities Score of 4 or better 3 semester units 8 quarter/5.3 semester
language) HL 3 Semester Units Area C2 (* F’13) units
3 semester units Area 3B
IB Language A2 (any Humanities Score of 4 or better 3 semester units 8 quarter/5.3 semester
language) HL 3 semester units Area C2 (* F’13) units
IB Language B (any 3 semester units Area 6A
language) HL Humanities Score of 4 or better 3 semester units 8 quarter/5.3 semester
3 semester units N/A units
IB Mathematics HL Score of 4 or better Area 2A
Language & Rationality Area B4 3 semester units 8 quarter/5.3 semester
IB Physics HL 3 semester units 3 semester units units
Area B1 Area 5A 8 quarter/5.3 semester
IB Psychology HL Natural Science 3 semester units 3 semester units units
3 semester units Area D Area 4
IB Theatre HL Social/Behavioral Science 3 semester units 3 semester units 8 quarter/5.3 semester
3 semester units Score of 4 or better units
Area C1 Area 3A
Fine Arts 3 semester units 3 semester units
3 semester units
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7 Degree & Certificate
Guidelines
Degree Programs be conferred upon any student satisfactorily completing a
minimum of 60 degree applicable units, with a 2.0 grade-
Rio Hondo College offers a variety of two-year programs point average (GPA) or better, and at least twelve (12) units
leading to the Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science in residence, and which will include:
(A.S.), Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T), and Associate
in Science for Transfer (AS-T) degrees. See this catalog for a I. A major consisting of a minimum of eighteen (18) units
listing of degree programs available. with a grade of "C" or better in each course, and satisfactory
completion of any one (1) of the following general education
The A.A. or A.S. Degree Concept patterns.
Central to an associate degree, coursework is designed to a. California State University General Education
introduce students to the variety of means through which Breadth (CSU GE);
people comprehend the modern world. This coursework
is referred to as the general education requirement of the b. Intersegmental General Education Transfer
degree. It reflects the conviction of the college that those who Curriculum (IGETC);
receive these degrees must possess in common certain basic
principles, concepts and methodologies both unique to and c. Rio Hondo College General Education and
shared by the various disciplines. College educated persons Proficiency requirements.
should be able to use this knowledge when evaluating and
appreciating the physical environment, the culture, and the A listing of all majors can be found in the degree listing in
society in which they live. Most importantly, these degrees the college catalog. Effective Fall 2008, courses can be used to
should lead to better self-understanding. In addition to the meet a General Education area and Major requirement.
general education coursework, courses within an area of
specialization, called a major, are required for an associate Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T)
degree. The area of specialization will appear on the face of or Associate in Science for Transfer
all diplomas. (AS-T) Requirements
Students should meet with a counselor and create an educa- The Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act (Senate Bill
tion plan in order to ensure fulfillment of requirements of an 1440, now codified in California Education Code sections
Associate degree. 66746-66749) guarantees admission to a California State
University (CSU) campus for any community college student
General Education Exceptions – Those students who have who completes an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT). The
been awarded a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accred- Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or the Associate in Sci-
ited college or university in the United States will be exempt ence for Transfer (AS-T) is intended for students who plan
from the Rio Hondo College general education and profi- to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU
ciency requirements should they pursue an associate degree campus. Certain private institutions that are part of the
at this institution. Please see a counselor for additional Association of Independent California Colleges and
information. Universities (AICCU) or are partner Historically Black
Colleges and Universities (HBCU) also offer guaranteed
Course Substitutions – Request for a Course Substitution admission to students earning an ADT (please visit aiccu.edu/
form must be completed and returned to the Admissions and transfer and extranet.cccco.edu/HBCUTransfer/Agreements
Records Office in order to substitute one course for another for more information and a list of participating institutions).
or to waive part of a requirement in the event of discontinued
courses. The course substitution request will be reviewed by Students completing these degrees (AA-T or AS-T) are guar-
a faculty representative, Dean of the discipline involved, and anteed admission to the CSU system but not to a particular
by the Articulation Officer. Rio Hondo College may accept campus or major. In order to earn one of these degrees, stu-
extension and continuing education courses after taking into dents must complete 60 semester units of CSU-transferable
consideration whether they are comparable to Rio Hondo coursework with a minimum overall GPA of 2.0. A minimum
courses, are from a regionally accredited institution, are taken of 18 semester units in the major must be completed with
for credit or a letter grade, and are degree-applicable at the a grade of “C” or better in each course (or with a “P” if the
originating institution. course was taken on a Pass/No Pass basis and the “P” is equal
to a “C” or higher). Students are required to complete either
The A.A. or A.S. Degree Requirements the CSU GE pattern or IGETC pattern along with 12 units in
residence at the college. There are no additional graduation
Both the Associate of Arts and the Associate of Science requirements for an AA-T or AS-T degree.
degrees require a minimum of 60 units with a 2.0 or better
grade-point average (GPA). At least 12 units must be in resi- Students transferring to a CSU campus that deems the AA-T
dence at Rio Hondo College. Non-degree applicable course- or AS-T as similar to the transfer major will be required
work will not be included in the total number of units earned to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a
toward a degree. bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for
students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or
The degree of Associate of Arts or Associate of Science will other institution that is not part of the CSU system. Students
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should consult with a counselor when planning to complete Equivalency Exam (to be determined by the
the degree for more information on university admission and Division of Communications and Languages)
transfer requirements. iii. Students earning a “C” or better in freshman
composition courses (3 or more semester/4 or
Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T) more quarter units) from regionally accredited U.S.
AS-T subject areas include: colleges and universities.
iv. Advanced Placement examination scores of 3,
• Administration of Justice 4, or 5 on either of the following exams: AP English
• Biology Language & Composition or English Literature &
• Business Administration Composition.
• Chemistry v. CLEP examination scores of 50 or higher on one of
• Computer Science the following exams: College Comp, College
• Early Childhood Education Comp Modular, English Comp (if taken prior to
• Geology July ’10).
• Hospitality Management
• Mathematics 2. Competence in mathematics may be met by one of the
• Nutrition and Dietetics following:
• Physics a. Credit (“C” grade or better) in MATH 060 (Geometry),
MATH 070 (Intermediate Algebra), MATH 070D
Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T) (Intermediate Algebra D), MATH 072 (The Mathematics
AA- T subject areas include: of Money), MATH 073 (B-STEM Intermediate Algebra,
formerly titled Fast-Track Intermediate Algebra), MATH
• Anthropology 073B (B-STEM Intermediate Algebra B), or a higher level
• Art History quantitative reasoning course.
• Communication Studies b. Demonstrate proficiency by a satisfactory score on the Rio
• Economics Hondo College Math Proficiency Exam.
• Elementary Teacher Education c. Advanced Placement examination scores of 3, 4 or 5
• English on one of the following exams: AP Calculus AB, AP
• History Calculus BC, or AP Statistics.
• Journalism d. CLEP examination scores of 50 or higher on one of
• Kinesiology the following exams: Calculus, College Algebra, College
• Music Algebra-Trig, and Trigonometry.
• Philosophy
• Political Science 3. Physical Education-Minimum 2 classes.
• Psychology Any two physical education or dance activity courses.
• Social Justice Studies (Exemption may be granted to those students physically
• Sociology unable to complete this requirement. Exemption forms are
• Spanish available in the Health Office.) Students who have completed
• Studio Arts a Fire, Police, Wildland Fire, or Corrections Academy from
• Theatre Arts an accredited institution are automatically waived from this
requirement. Students with honorable discharge DD214
Associate Degree for Transfer - paperwork will be waived from this requirement.
Reciprocity Policy
4. American Institutions Requirement*-Minimum of
Students who have fulfilled a specific course requirement or one course:
entire area of an AA-T/AS-T degree at a California Community HIST 143, 143H, 144, 144H, 156, 157, 158, 159, 159H, 170
College will be considered to have met those requirements at POLS 110 or 110H
Rio Hondo College for the same degree. Students must initiate
the review process with a counselor and must have official 5. Natural Sciences with Lab (a lab must be
transcripts mailed to the RHC Admissions Office. included)- Minimum 3 units:
ANTH 101, 101H, &101L
Rio Hondo College General ASTR 110, 110H & 112
Education and Proficiency BIOL 101, 105 & 105L, 111 & 111L, 112, 120 & 120L
Requirements BIOT 100
CHEM 110, 120, 130
The Rio Hondo General Education & Proficiency GEOG 101 & 101L
requirements can only be used to fulfill the general GEOL 150 & 151
education requirements of an Associate of Arts or Associate PHY 120, 150, 160, 211, 212, 213
of Science degree.
1. Competence in reading and written expression may be 6. Social and Behavioral Sciences - Minimum 3 units:
met by the following: ANTH 102, 103, 104, 110, 115, 125
a. The reading requirement may be met by one of the following: CD 106, 208
i. Letter grade of “C” or better earned in READ 043 or CHST 101, 146, 148, 150
placement into READ 101. ECON 101, 101H, 102, 102H, 106, 135
ii. Appropriate multiple measures placement. GEOG 102, 103
iii. 2 or 4 year degree from a regionally accredited HIST 101, 102, 122, 143, 143H, 144, 144H, 156, 157,
institution. 158, 159, 159H, 167, 170
b. The written expression requirement may be met by one of the HUM 110, 111, 125, 125H, 130
following: MSCM 128
i. Credit earned in ENGL 101 with a grade of “C” or PHIL 128, 128H, 135
better. POLS 110, 110H, 125, 128, 128H, 130, 135, 140, 150
ii. A satisfactory score on the CSU English. PSY 101, 101H, 112, 114
SOC 101, 101H, 102, 105, 110, 114, 116, 120, 127, 148
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7. Humanities Continuous Enrollment
A. Fine Arts – Minimum 3 units:
ART 101, 104, 105, 105H, 106, 106H, 107, 108, 109, Continuous enrollment is defined as being enrolled in
110, 112, 113, 115, 120, 130, 135, 140 at least one course each semester and receiving an A,
DANC 179, 179H, 199, 199H B, C, D, F, P, NP, I or W at Rio Hondo College or any
GDSN 110 other campus within the California community college
MUS 101, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135, 136, 141 or university system. If there is a break in enrollment for
MUST 151 more than three consecutive semesters, the student will
PHTO 185, 190 be held to the new requirements listed in the catalog at
THTR 101, 105, 105H, 110 the time of re-enrollment. Absence from a summer session
is not considered a break in enrollment. In extenuating
B. Humanities – Minimum 3 units: circumstances, a student may submit a request for an
ASL 101 exception to the Director of Admissions and Records for
CHIN 101, 102 consideration.
CHST 146
ENGL 126, 131 Graduation
FR 101, 102, 201, 202
HIST 101, 102, 122, 131, 143, 143H, 144, 144H, 156, Students planning to graduate should file a “petition
157, 158, 159, 159H, 167, 170 for graduation” during the semester in which they plan
to graduate. Applications are available online on the
HUM 110, 111, 125, 125H, 130, 140 Admissions and Records webpage. Deadlines for filing
JAPN 101, 102 graduation petitions are available on the Rio Hondo
LATN 101, 102 website, under the Admissions/Graduation Information
link. Please note that Rio Hondo College hosts a commence
LIT 102, 102H, 112A, 112AH, 112B, 112BH, 114, ment ceremony in the spring semester of each year.
114H, 117, 117H, 130, 130H, 140, 140H, 141, 142,
142H, 144A, 144B, 145, 145H, 146A, 146AH, Certificate Programs
146B, 146BH, 147, 147H, 148, 149
MSCM 128 Certificate programs are designed for students interested
PHIL 101, 101H, 120, 124, 126, 128, 128H, 135, 140 in developing advanced levels of proficiency in special
POLS 128, 128H occupational subject areas. A student may elect to meet the
SPAN 101, 102, 130, 131, 201, 201H, 202 Certificate of Achievement, Certificate of Skill Proficiency,
SPCH 130, 132 or Career Certificate requirements in effect at the time of
entrance or at the time of graduation provided that he/
8. Language and Rationality she maintains continuous enrollment (see Catalog Rights –
A. English Composition–Minimum 3 units: Continuous Enrollment).
ENGL 101
Certificates are awarded upon successful completion of the
B. Communication and Analytical Thinking courses indicated in a designated subject area. Consult each
– Minimum 3 units: program area for specific requirements. A candidate must
CIT 101, 125, 135 maintain a minimum of a “C” average in the certificate
ENGL 125, 201, 201H program and complete at least one required course for the
FIN 101 certificate at Rio Hondo College.
LIB 101
MATH 130, 130H, 140, 150, 160, 170, 175, 180, Certificate of Achievement
190, 190H, 191, 250, 260, 270
PHIL 110, 110H, 112, 112H, 115 The Certificate of Achievement is designed to recognize a
PSY 190 specific academic accomplishment or to prepare students
SPCH 100, 101, 101H, 140 for entry-level employment in a vocational area. This
READ 101 certificate is awarded through Admissions and Records and
VOCB 101 will be posted on the student’s transcripts.
*Any course taken to meet the American Institutions requirement Upon completion of required Certificate of Achievement
may not be used to meet another general education requirement. courses, students must file an application with the
Admissions and Records Office. Deadlines for filing a
Courses may be used to fulfill only one G.E. area. Certificate of Achievement application are available on the
Rio Hondo College website.
(It is the student’s responsibility to provide verification to the
Admissions and Records Office if any of the above requirements Certificate of Skill Proficiency
are met at another college or university.)
The Certificate of Skill Proficiency provides the student
Multiple Majors/Second Associate with skills designed to enhance their job marketability and
Degrees mobility. This certificate is awarded through the designated
Division Office and will not be posted on the student’s
A student may be eligible for more than one major within transcript.
a degree providing that all required courses and units for
each major are completed. It is possible for a student to be Career Certificate
awarded more than one degree providing that all residency,
unit, general education, and major requirements are met for The Career Certificate prepares students for specific job
the additional degree. opportunities. This certificate is awarded through the
designated Division Office and will not be posted on the
Catalog Rights student’s transcript.
A student may elect to meet the graduation requirements
in effect at the time of entrance or at the time of graduation
provided that he/she maintains continuous enrollment.
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Exceptions to Graduation/
Certificate of Achievement
Requirements
Request for a Course Substitution form must be completed
and returned to the Admissions and Records Office in
order to substitute one course for another or to waive part
of a requirement in the event of discontinued courses. The
course substitution request will be reviewed by a faculty
representative, Dean of the discipline involved and/or by
the Articulation Officer.
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8 Transfer
Transfer Programs
Students whose goal is to transfer to a four-year institution
should identify the following:
• Major/Career
• Preferred four-year institutions of choice
• General education courses to meet transfer
requirements for admission and timely graduation
• Major preparation courses for the major
Students are strongly encouraged to meet with a counselor
to discuss the development of their educational plan and
discuss academic, career, and personal topics that may
influence their educational goal. Academic faculty members
are valuable contacts in providing information related to a
student's career or college choice.
The Transfer Center is another valuable resource for (www.ASSIST.org). The database includes IGETC and CSU
students interested in transferring. The following services GE Breadth lists as well as articulation agreements for many
are available in the Transfer Center: Transfer Counseling, California public post-secondary institutions (community
Application Workshops, Appointments with University colleges, CSUs and UCs).
Representatives, University Campus Tours, Transfer Fairs,
Transfer Workshops, Resource Materials, Library of College Students who plan to transfer to one of the California
Admission Materials, Computer Resource Lab. four-year colleges or universities should complete their
comprehensive educational plan with a counselor.
Rio Hondo College offers courses similar to courses
in the lower division (i.e., first two years) of four-year Transferring to California State
universities. Course requirements for graduation vary from University (CSU)
one institution to another. It is to a student’s advantage to
choose his or her transfer university as early as possible. The California State University system consists of 23
Students are advised to complete the courses at Rio campuses located throughout the state. Admission
Hondo College that best satisfy the lower-division course representatives from local CSU campuses visit the Rio
requirements of their particular transfer institution. Lower- Hondo College Transfer Center on a regular basis.
division course requirements typically include a set of Please check with the Transfer Center for more detailed
“general education” courses and a sequence of courses in information.
the student’s chosen “major.”
Each California State University (CSU) campus has its own
Educational Planning for Transfer general education and major requirements. Therefore,
students should work with a counselor to first select a
Each four-year institution has its own basic pattern of particular CSU campus and then formulate a strategy for
lower-division requirements regarding both general completing that campus’ general education, major, and
education and specific majors. These requirements vary admission requirements.
from college to college and often change from year to
year. Rio Hondo College has articulated courses with the Courses transferable to CSU campuses are identified in the
California State University and University of California course description in this Catalog and in the Class Schedule.
campuses as well as independent colleges and universities. Courses identified as meeting major preparation are listed
in the ASSIST articulation database, which can be viewed at
The Transfer Center has a listing of requirements for www.ASSIST.org.
completing the Intersegmental General Education Transfer
Curriculum (IGETC), CSU General Education Breadth, Students who have completed 60 transferable semester
and other general education patterns. In addition, there units (90 quarter units) with a 2.0 grade point average (2.4
are computers for student use to access information on the for non-resident students) by the time of entry to a CSU
Internet regarding the college of their choice.
Students may also utilize ASSIST, the statewide repository
of articulation information offering easy access to a single
computerized database of student transfer information
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are considered upper division applicants. Upper division It is the student’s responsibility to request certification.
applicants are eligible for admission to a CSU if they: To obtain the certification, students must file a Transcript
Request Form at the Office of Admissions and Records. The
1. Are in good standing at the last college or final transcript and general education certification will then
university attended AND be sent to the CSU.
2. Have completed, or will complete prior to transfer Because the requirements for a particular major may
at least 30 semester units of general education differ from one CSU campus to another, and because
requirements. The 30 semester units must requirements may change yearly, students must consult
include one course in written communication, regularly with a counselor when selecting courses.
one course in oral communication, one course in
critical thinking, and one course in mathematics/ CSU Application
quantitative reasoning. These four courses must be
completed with a grade of "C-" or better. Applications for admission to the CSU system are available
online at www.calstate.edu/apply. Applications to
3. The remaining units to reach 60 transferable impacted programs must be filed during the priority-filing
semester units can be acquired through completion period. Applications should be filed as early as possible to
of lower division major preparation and/or CSU ensure priority consideration.
transferable elective units.
CSU Application Filing Periods
A maximum of 70 semester units earned at a community
college may be transferred to the CSU; however, courses Students are encouraged to attend an application workshop
in excess of 70 semester units will receive subject credit before beginning the application process. Remember that
and will be applied to satisfy content requirements as applications are submitted one year prior to transferring.
appropriate. No upper-division credit is allowed for
courses taken at a community college The priority filing periods are:
CSU Impaction Semester System Campuses
• Fall Semester: October 1-November 30
When a program or level (upper-division transfer) or • Spring Semester: August 1-31
campus receives more applications from eligible applicants
during the initial application filing period than can be
accommodated given the available resources.
CSU Local Definition
Each CSU campus determines how they define "Local."
Students who graduate from a community college district
historically served by a CSU campus in that region. Rio
Hondo college's local campus is California State University,
Los Angeles. Transfer applicants who are transferring
directly from Rio Hondo College are considered 'local' if
Rio Hondo College is the last institution attended and the
majority of transferable units were completed at this school.
Or, they will/have earned an Associate Degree for Transfer
(AA-T/AS-T) in a major deemed 'similar' to the Cal State LA
major.
CSU Redirection Process
A process that ensures that applicants eligible for admission
who cannot be accommodated at their first choice
campus(es) are redirected to another CSU campus without
having to complete another application for admission.
CSU Certification
Certification means that Rio Hondo College has verified
that a student has completed the lower-division general
education requirements for the CSU. For full certification,
students must complete 39 units from Categories A through
E of the CSU General Education Requirements.
Certification from a community college is important because
without it, students will be held to the general education
requirements specific to the CSU campus to which they are
transferring. Once the student is certified, the CSU campus
will identify the student as having completed the lower-
division general education requirements. (Please note that
9 units of upper-division general education courses must be
completed at the CSU after transfer.) For full certification, a
minimum of nine units must be completed in each of Areas
A, B, C, and D and 3 units must be completed in Area E
from the CSU GE pattern. Courses in Area A and Area B4
must be completed with a “C” or better.
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CSU General Education Breadth C2: Humanities (Literature, Philosophy, Foreign
Course Requirements Languages)
ASL 101
The CSU-GE Breadth is an agreement between Rio Hondo CHIN 101, 102
and the CSU campuses regarding general education CHST 146
requirements. This list of courses is regularly updated. ENGL 126
Students can complete these courses to fulfill their lower- FR 101, 102, 201, 202
division general education requirements at a community HIST 101, 102, 122, 131, 143, 143H, 144, 144H,
college before they transfer to a CSU campus. The CSU- 156, 157, 158, 159, 159H, 167, 170
GE Breadth is only one way to fulfill the lower-division HUM 110, 111, 125, 125H, 130, 140
general education requirements for the CSU. Students may JAPN 101, 102
also use IGETC to fulfill lower-division general education LATN 101, 102
requirements at the CSU (see in this catalog.) Courses LIT 102, 102H, 112A, 112AH, 112B, 112BH, 114,
taken by students for CSU-GE Certification must be 114H, 117, 117H, 130, 130H, 140, 140H, 141,
selected from the following list: 142, 142H, 144A, 144B, 145, 145H, 146A,
146AH, 146B, 146BH, 147, 147H, 148, 149
AREA A: English Language Communication and Critical PHIL 101, 101H, 120, 124, 126, 128, 128H, 135, 140,
POLS 128, 128H
Thinking: SPAN 101, 101S, 102, 102S, 201, 201H, 202
SPCH 130, 132
Choose one course from each group. (9 units minimum)
AREA D: Social Sciences: 9 units required with courses in
A1: Oral Communication at least two disciplines. (3 courses/9 units minimum)
ANTH 101, 101H, 102, 102H, 103, 104, 110, 115,
SPCH 100, 101, 101H, 140 125
CHST 101, 146, 148, 150
A2: Written Communication CD 106, 208
ECON 101, 101H, 102, 102H, 106, 135
ENGL 101 GEOG 102, 103
HIST 101, 102, 122, 131, 143, 143H, 144, 144H,
A3: Critical Thinking 156, 157, 158, 159, 159H, 167, 170
HUM 110, 111, 125, 125H, 130
ENGL 201, 201H MSCM 128
PHIL 128, 128H, 135
PHIL 110, 110H, 112, 112H, 115 POLS 110, 110H, 125, 128, 128H, 130,
135, 140, 150
READ 101 PSY 101, 101H, 112, 114, 170, 180, 200
SOC 101, 101H, 102, 105, 110, 114, 116, 120,
SPCH 140 127, 148
SPCH 150
AREA B: Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative Reasoning:
Choose one course from each group; one of the science HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: All CSU campuses have a
courses must include a laboratory (indicated by *). (9 units graduation requirement in U.S. History, Constitution and
minimum) American Ideals. Students may be certified as having completed
B1: Physical Sciences this requirement at Rio Hondo College by taking POLS 110
ASTR 110, 110H, 112* or 110H and one of the following History courses: HIST 143,
CHEM 110*, 120*, 130*, 140* 230*, 231* 143H, 144, 144H, 156, 157, 158, 159, 159H, 170. These courses
GEOG 101, 101L* may be used to partially satisfy area C and/or D of the CSU-GE
GEOL 150, 151* Breadth.
PHY 120*, 150*, 160*, 211*, 212*, 213*
B2: Biological Sciences AREA E: Lifelong Learning and Self-Development:
ANTH 101, 101H, 101L* Choose one course (3 units minimum) from the following:
BIOL 101*, 105, 105L*, 111, 111L*, 112*, 120, ANTH 110
120L*, 200*, 201*, 206, 222*,226* CD 106
BIOT 100 COUN 101, 104, 151
PSY 210, 210H DD 214 (see counselor for details)
B3: Laboratory Activity EDEV 101, 151
All lab courses are identified by * in Groups B1 HUSR 123
and B2 above. KIN 191, 192, 196
B4: Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning NUTR 110
FIN 101 PSY 112, 121
MATH 130, 130H, 140, 150, 160, 170, 175, 180, SOC 105, 110
190, 190H, 191, 250, 260, 270
PSY 190 NOTE: Courses may be used to fulfill only one General
Education area.
AREA C: Arts and Humanities
Choose at least one course from C1: Arts and at least one For a complete listing of courses and their approval dates,
course from C2: Humanities. Additional courses may be students may log on to www.assist.org.
taken from either of the groups. (9 units minimum)
C1: Arts (Art, Dance, Music, Theatre)
ART 101, 104, 105, 105H, 106, 106H,
107, 108, 109, 110, 112, 113,
115, 120, 121, 130, 135, 140
DANC 179, 179H, 199, 199H
GDSN 110
MUS 101, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 141
MUST 151
PHTO 185, 190
THTR 101, 105, 105H, 110, 150
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Transferring to University of University of California in advance standing will be given
California (UC) priority admission over all other applicants if:
The University of California (UC) has 10 campuses located 1. The student was enrolled at one or more California
throughout the state. Admission representatives from local community college for at least two terms
UC campuses visit the Rio Hondo College Transfer Center (excluding summer sessions); AND
on a regular basis. Please check with the Transfer Center for
more detailed information. 2. The last college attended before admission to a
UC campus was a California community college
Course requirements vary from one UC campus to (excluding summer sessions); AND
another. Therefore, it is advised that students work with
a counselor to first select a particular UC campus and 3. The student has completed at least 30 semester
then formulate a strategy for completing that campus’ (45 quarter) UC transferable units at one or more
general education requirements, major requirements, and California community college.
admissions requirements. At most UC campuses, admission
is competitive and a grade point average (GPA) higher than IGETC General Education
the 2.4 minimum is required. Some UC campuses require Certification
that students complete specific coursework in a major
before transfer, and some majors require a higher grade Certification means that the last community college attended
point average than designated for general admission. See a prior to transfer will verify that the student has completed
Rio Hondo counselor for further explanation and planning the entire IGETC pattern. Students must apply for the
materials. IGETC certification at the community college they attended.
Coursework taken at other community colleges will be
Courses transferable to UC campuses are identified in the certified at the discretion of the community college where
course description in this Catalog and in the Class Schedule. the IGETC will be completed. Rio Hondo College will certify
Courses identified as meeting major preparation are listed for IGETC after completion of all courses required. It is the
in the ASSIST articulation database, which can be viewed at student’s responsibility to request certification. To obtain the
www.ASSIST.org. certification, students must file a Transcript Request Form at
the Office of Admissions and Records. The final transcript
and general education certification will then be sent to the
UC.
Transfer Admission Requirements Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG)
To be eligible for admission to a UC as a transfer student, a
student must fulfill the following criteria: The Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) program offers
A. Complete 60 UC transferable semester units (90 quarter guaranteed admission to the students who complete a core
set of courses at Rio Hondo College a full term prior to
units) with a minimum GPA of 2.4 (2.8 for non- transferring. Students in the TAG program can receive early
residents); AND review of their academic records, early admission notification,
B. Complete the following course requirements, earning a and specific guidance on major preparation and general
grade of “C” or better in each course: two transferable education coursework. Rio Hondo College has agreements
college courses in English composition; one transferable with six UCs (UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC Merced, UC Riverside,
college course in mathematical concepts and UC San Diego, UC Santa Barbara, and UC Santa Cruz). TAG
quantitative reasoning; four transferable college courses requirements vary by UC campus. The application filing
chosen from at least two of the following subject areas: period is typically September 1-30th of the year prior to
arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and transfer for Fall admission and for Winter/Spring, May 1-31st.
physical and biological sciences. For further information meet with a counselor in the Transfer
NOTE: The IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Transfer Center.
Curriculum) Pattern will meet these course requirements.
However, some students, depending on the transfer major and UC Admission Guarantee
university, may not be well served by following IGETC; AND
C. Complete as many major preparation courses as The following are steps necessary for a student to be guarantee
possible. Major preparation may be viewed at www. admission to the University of California:
assist.org. NOTE: Selective majors require certain
courses to be completed before transfer with a higher •••••• Create a TAP account
grade point average. Consider IGETC as a general education pattern
Complete major preparation courses
The UC allows up to 70 UC transferable units from a TAG one campus only
community college. Students who complete more than 70 Apply to UC
units at the community college may still complete courses Visit the Transfer Center in Room SS250 for more information.
to fulfill course requirements but will not be able to transfer
more than the 70 units of credit. UC Application
IMPORTANT! To be considered for fall admission at Applications for admission to the UC system are available
most campuses, students must plan to complete all courses online at www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply.
required for admission no later than the spring semester NOTE: The UCs require applicants to respond to personal
preceding the fall they wish to enter the university. insight questions. Visit the Transfer Center for more
information.
Community College Transfer UC Application Filing Periods
Priority Admission
Students are encouraged to attend an application workshop
UC campuses give priority consideration for admission before beginning the application process. Remember that
to California community college students. A California applications are submitted one year prior to transferring.
community college student applying for admission to the
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The priority filing periods are: 158, 159, 159H, 167, 170
Fall Semester: November 1-30 HUM 110, 111, 125, 125H, 130, 140
Winter/Spring Semester: July 1 - July 31 JAPN 102
LATN 102
All UC campuses accept applicants for fall admission. To LIT 102, 102H, 112A, 112AH, 112B, 112BH, 114, 114H
determine which UC campuses accept applicants for winter
and/or spring, call the specific campus or visit the Transfer 117, 117H, 130, 130H, 140, 140H, 141, 142, 142H,
Center. 144A, 144B, 145, 145H, 146A, 146AH, 146B, 146BH,
147, 148, 149
Intersegmental General Education PHIL 101, 101H, 120, 124, 126, 128,128H, 135, 140,
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) POLS 128, 128H
For CSU & UC SPAN 102, 201, 201H, 202
The IGETC is an agreement between Rio Hondo and Area 4: SOCIAL & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
the CSU and UC campuses regarding general education At least 3 courses from at least two disciplines - 9
requirements. The IGETC list of courses was developed semester/12 quarter units
first in 1991 and is regularly updated. Students can ANTH 102, 102H, 103, 104, 110, 125
complete these courses to fulfill their lower-division CD 106, 208
general education requirements at a community college CHST 101, 146, 148, 150
before they transfer to a CSU or UC campus. The IGETC ECON 101, 101H, 102, 102H, 106, 135
is only one way to fulfill the lower-division general GEOG 102, 103
education requirements of a CSU or UC campus; it is not HIST 101, 102, 122, 131, 143, 143H, 144, 144H, 156, 157,
recommended for certain majors and colleges. 158, 159, 159H, 167, 170
HUM 110, 111, 125, 125H, 130
Completion of all the requirements in the IGETC will permit PHIL 128, 128H, 135
a student to transfer from a community college to a campus POLS 110, 110H, 125, 128, 128H, 130, 135, 140, 150
in either the California State University or University of PSY 101, 101H, 112, 114, 170, 200,
California system without the need to take additional SOC 101, 101H, 102, 105, 110, 114, 116, 120, 127, 148
lower-division general education courses. Transfer students SPCH 150
will receive certification for all of their lower division Area 5: PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
general education requirements only after completing all of At least 2 courses are required, one from 5A and 5B. One
the subject areas listed below with a “C” grade or better in course must include a corresponding laboratory from 5A or
each course. 5B. Laboratory courses (5C) are noted with * symbol
(7-9 semester/9-11 quarter units.)
Area 1: ENGLISH COMMUNICATION 5A: PHYSICAL SCIENCES (One course minimum):
CSU: 3 courses required, one from each group below ASTR 110, 110H, 112*
UC: 2 courses required, one each from 1A and 1B CHEM 110*, 120*, 130*, 140*, 230*, 231*
1A – English Composition GEOG 101, 101L*
One course of 3 semester/4 quarter units GEOL 150, 151*
ENGL 101 PHY 120*+, 150*+, 160*+, 211*+, 212*+, 213+*
1B –Critical Thinking and Composition 5B: BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES (One course minimum):
One course of 3 semester/4 quarter units ANTH 101, 101H, 101L*
ENGL 201 or 201H, PHIL 110, 110H BIOL 101*, 105, 105L*, 111, 111L*, 120, 120L*,
1C –Oral Communications: (CSU only) One course of 3 200*, 201*, 206, 226*
semesters/4 quarter units. PSY 210, 210H
SPCH 100, 101, 101H, 140 5C: LABORATORY ACTIVITY: This requirement may be
met by completing a lab course that corresponds to a lecture
Area 2: MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS & course found above in 5A or 5B with *symbol.
QUANTITATIVE REASONING + Indicates that UC course credit may be limited. Please
One course: 3 semester/4 quarter units consult the catalog course description for additional
MATH 130+, 130H+, 160+, 170+, 180+, 190+, 190H, 191, information.
250, 260, 270 6: LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH
PSY 190+ (UC REQUIREMENT ONLY)
+ Indicates that UC course credit may be limited. Proficiency equivalent to two years of high school study in
Please consult a counselor for additional information. the same language or at least 1 course from:
ASL 101
Area 3: ARTS & HUMANITIES CHIN 101, 102
At least 3 courses with at least one course from Arts and one FR 101, 102, 201, 202
course from Humanities - 9 semester/12 quarter units. JAPN 101, 102
3A: ARTS (3 units minimum): LATN 101, 102
ART 104, 105, 105H, 106, 106H, 107, 108, 109, 110 SPAN 101, 101S, 102, 102S, 201, 201H, 202
(If using high school courses to fulfill this area, grades of "C-" are
112, 113, 115 acceptable. Official transcripts must be on file in the Admissions
DANC 179, 179H, 199, 199H and Records Office)
GDSN 110 AMERICAN INSTITUTIONS REQUIREMENT
MUS 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135, 136, 141 CSU has an American Institutions graduation requirement
MUST 151 that can be fulfilled by taking the following:
THTR 101, 105, 105H 6 units: Choose one course from group 1 and one course
3B: HUMANITIES (3 units minimum): from group 2.
CHIN 102 1. POLS 110, 110H
CHST 146 2. HIST 143, 143H, 144, 144H, 156, 157, 158, 159, 159H,
ENGL 126 170
FR 102, 201, 202
HIST 101, 102, 122, 131, 143, 143H, 144, 144H, 156, 157,
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CERTIFICATION – These units are general education are encouraged to consult with a counselor to plan their
requirements for the UC and CSU systems. Rio Hondo academic plan. For information regarding deadlines and
College will certify these courses. Request for IGETC articulation agreements, students should visit the Transfer
certification can be made on the Transcript Request Form. Center.
Only courses taken at U.S. regionally-accredited institutions
that meet the IGETC Standards will be certified in the Transfer Web Sites
appropriate areas. Official transcripts must be on file in the
Admissions and Records Office. Courses taken at foreign Below are listed some of the web sites available to help
institutions are not acceptable except for certification students who wish to transfer.
of proficiency in a language other than English. Partial
Certification is permitted if the student has completed all • Articulation:
but two courses in the pattern. http://www.assist.org
For a complete listing of courses and their approval dates, http://www.riohondo.edu/Counseling-Center/
students may visit www.assist.org. Articulation
Transferring to Independent • California Colleges:
Colleges & Universities http://www.californiacolleges.edu
For information regarding all transfer deadlines, students • California Independent Colleges and Universities:
should consult with Rio Hondo College counselors or the http://www.aiccu.edu
Transfer Center.
• California State University:
Although admission requirements vary and are listed in the http://www.calstate.edu/apply
catalogs of the various universities and colleges, students
who transfer to independent colleges and universities are • California Virtual College:
given credit for most, if not all, of their community college http://www.cvc.edu/
work. Most colleges and universities give full credit for
general education courses and for most other courses • RHC Transfer Center:
designated by the community college as transferable. http://www.riohondo.edu/students/transfercenter
Rio Hondo College has developed articulation agreements • University of California:
with many independent colleges and universities. Transfer http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu
students who plan to attend a private college or university
• UC Transfer:
http://uctransfer.universityofcalifornia.edu
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9 Degree & Certificate
Programs
Occasionally offerings will not be available in a particular program. Please contact the division for more information about availability.
Associate of Arts Degree Electric Vehicle and Fuel Cell Technology
Associate of Science Degree Technician...........................................................................135
Division of Arts & Cultural Programs Electronics Technology........................................................136
Animation................................................................................. 79 Engineering Design Drafting.............................................139
Graphic Art and Design......................................................158 Heat and Frost Insulators....................................................163
Graphic Design......................................................................159 Heavy Equipment Technology..........................................164
Music.......................................................................................187 Honda Professional Automotive Career
Photography..........................................................................206 Training Program Specialization (PACT)....................169
Studio Arts...............................................................................85 Welding Technology............................................................219
Theatre Arts...........................................................................218 Division of Communications & Languages
American Sign Language/Deaf Studies.............................77
Division of Behavioral & Social Sciences American Sign Language/
Chicano Studies.....................................................................107 Foundations of Interpreting.............................................78
Child Development..............................................................108 English and Literature.........................................................141
Drug Studies..........................................................................133 Mass Communication: Mass Media..................................184
Social Work............................................................................213 Mass Communication: Print Media Specialization.......185
Division of Business Division of Health Science & Nursing
Accounting............................................................................... 71 Nursing...................................................................................198
Business Administration.......................................................97 Nursing (LVN to ADN and LVN to RN).........................199
Business Marketing..............................................................100 Nursing Programs Overview.............................................189
Computer Information Technology/ Nursing (Psychiatric Technician to ADN)......................200
Computer Systems............................................................119 Vocational Nursing..............................................................201
Computer Information Technology/ Division of Kinesiology, Dance and Athletics
Cybersecurity.....................................................................120 Dance.......................................................................................130
Computer Information Technology/ Kinesiology/Sports Medicine.............................................178
Information Systems and Technology.........................121 Division of Mathematics, Sciences, and Engineering
Computer Information Technology/ Biology...................................................................................... 95
Network Administrator...................................................122 Engineering............................................................................138
Computer Information Technology/ Environmental Science........................................................142
Office Technologies..........................................................123 Environmental Technology................................................143
Computer Information Technology/ Division of Public Safety
System Administrator......................................................124 Administration of Justice......................................................74
International Business Management................................174 Corrections.............................................................................129
Logistics Management.........................................................183 Fire Technology.....................................................................148
Management and Supervision.............................................99 Homeland Security...............................................................168
Small Business Management..............................................102 Wildland Fire Technology..................................................221
Division of Career & Technical Education General Studies
Advanced Engine Performance...........................................88 Emphasis in Arts and Human Expression......................150
Alternative Enegy Technology............................................90 Emphasis in Science and Mathematics............................153
Alternative Fuels & Advanced Transportation Emphasis in Social Behavior and Self Development....151
Technology........................................................................... 91 Emphasis in Social Sciences................................................152
Applied Geographic Information Systems.....................155
Architectural Design & Drawing........................................84 Certificate of Achievement
Architecture............................................................................. 83
Automotive Technology........................................................92 Division of Arts & Cultural Programs
Carpentry - Concrete Forming...........................................103 Entertainment Art-Digital Characters................................80
Carpentry - General..............................................................104 Entertainment Art-Digital Environments..........................80
Carpentry - Scaffold Construction....................................105
Civil Design Technology.....................................................114
Construction Engineering Management..........................128
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Entrepreneurial Graphic Design.......................................160 Engine Repair..........................................................................93
Graphic Design......................................................................159 Fuel Injection Systems...........................................................93
Graphic Design: Advertising Design...............................160 General Automotive Service................................................92
Graphic Design: Branding Identity & Design................160 General Service Technician...................................................94
Graphic Design: Packaging Design..................................161 Geographic Information Systems......................................156
Graphic Design: Publication Design.................................161 Heat and Frost Insulators....................................................163
Graphic Design: Website Design.......................................161 Heavy Equipment Diesel EnginesTechnician................165
Division of Behavioral & Social Science Heavy Equipment Electronics Technician......................165
Child Development..............................................................111 Heavy Equipment General Service Technician..............165
Drug Studies..........................................................................133 Heavy Equipment Hydraulics Technician......................165
Elementary Teacher Education..........................................112 Heavy Equipment Powertrains Technician....................166
Infant/Toddler Specialization.............................................113 Heavy Equipment Service Technician.............................164
Language and Literacy Specialization.............................113 Honda/Acura Air Conditioning and Supplemental
Preschool Teacher.................................................................112 Restraint Systems.............................................................170
Special Education Specialization.......................................113 Honda/Acura Brakes, Suspension, and
Division of Business Electronic Systems............................................................170
Accounting............................................................................... 71 Honda/Acura Engine Repair and
Accounting for Government and Chassis Electrical Systems.............................................171
Nonprofit Organizations...................................................73 Honda/Acura Power Train and
Business Marketing..............................................................100 Transmission Systems......................................................171
Computer Information Technology/ LADBS Structural Steel Certification Program..............219
Cloud Computing Practitioner......................................118 Pipe Welding and Fabrication...........................................220
Computer Information Technology/ Safety, Comfort, and Convenience Systems.....................94
Computer Systems............................................................119 Surveying, Mapping & Drawing.......................................116
Computer Information Technology/Cybersecurity......120 Tesla Student Automotive Technician (START)............216
Computer Information Technology/ Transmission Service.............................................................94
Cybersecurity Technician................................................125 Division of Communications & Languages
Computer Information Technology/Ethical Hacker.....125 American Sign Language......................................................76
Computer Information Technology/ Mass Communication: Mass Media..................................184
Network Administrator...................................................122 Mass Communication: Print Media Specialization.......185
Computer Information Technology/ Division of Counseling and Student Services
Network Technician.........................................................125 CSU GE...................................................................................149
Computer Information Technology/ IGETC......................................................................................149
Office Technologies..........................................................123 Division of Health Science & Nursing
Computer Information Technology/ Orthopedic Technician Program.......................................204
System Administrator......................................................124 Vocational Nursing..............................................................201
Computerized Accounting Systems...................................72 Division of Kinesiology, Dance, and Athletics
International Business..........................................................174 Coaching of Sports...............................................................179
Logistics Management.........................................................183 Community Health Worker...............................................179
Management and Supervision.............................................99 Dance.......................................................................................131
Retail Management...............................................................101 Fitness Specialist...................................................................180
Small Business Management..............................................102 Strength and Performance Coach......................................180
Division of Career & Technical Education Yoga Teacher Training Certification.................................181
Advanced Engine Performance...........................................88 Division of Mathematics, Sciences, and Engineering
Advanced Engine Performance Technician......................89 Environmental Technology................................................144
Alternative Enegy Technology............................................90 Environmental Technology/Field Technician................144
Alternative Fuels & Advanced Transportation Environmental Technology/Health and Safety..............145
Technology........................................................................... 91 Environmental Technology/Waste Management..........145
Architectural Design & Drawing Technician...................84 Environmental Technology/Water Management..........145
Brake and Suspension Service.............................................93 Health Science Preparation.................................................162
Carpentry - Concrete Forming...........................................103 Division of Public Safety
Carpentry - General..............................................................104 Basic Fire Academy..............................................................147
Carpentry - Scaffold Construction....................................105 Basic Police Academy..........................................................208
Civil Design & Drawing......................................................116 Fire Technology.....................................................................148
Civil Design Technology.....................................................115 Homeland Security...............................................................168
Diesel Fuel and Emission Systems......................................93 Police Academy Module I...................................................208
Drafting/Technical Drawing..............................................132 Wildland Fire Technology..................................................221
Electric Vehicle and Fuel Cell Technology Technician.135
Electronics Technology........................................................136
Engineering Design Drafting Technician........................139
*Courses in the degree/certificate are not necessarily listed in the order of enrollment. See prerequisites.
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Career Certificate Geology for Transfer............................................................157
Hospitality Management for Transfer.............................172
Division of Business Mathematics for Transfer....................................................186
CAC-BUS Desktop Technician..........................................126 Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer.................................203
CAC-BUS Entry Network Technician..............................126 Physics for Transfer..............................................................207
CAC-BUS PC Repair Technician.......................................126
Division of Health Science & Nursing Noncredit Certificate
Certified Nurse Assistant Acute Care..............................202 Algebra I.................................................................................222
Home Health Aide...............................................................202 Algebra II................................................................................222
Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification Training Course.......202 B.I.M. and CADD Technology for Architecture.............223
Division of Kinesiology, Dance, and Athletics Career Exploration: Graphic Design................................224
Athletic Trainer’s Aide........................................................182 Civil Drawing and Pressure Piping..................................225
Division of Public Safety ESL Foundational.................................................................226
Basic Police Training............................................................209 ESL Intermediate..................................................................226
ESL Advanced.......................................................................226
Certificate of Skill Proficiency ESL College Preparation.....................................................226
Geometry................................................................................222
Division of Arts and Cultural Programs Integrated Math I..................................................................227
Game Development...............................................................81 Integrated Math II.................................................................227
Division of Behavioral & Social Sciences Integrated Math III...............................................................227
Human Services....................................................................173 Parametric Modeling and CADD Technology for
Division of Business Mechanical Design...............................................................228
Income Tax Preparer..............................................................72 Real Estate Practice and Finance.......................................229
Division of Public Safety Real Estate Principles and Appraisal................................229
Emergency Medical Technician.........................................137
Bachelor of Science Degree
Bachelor of Science Degree
B.S. Degree Automotive Technology...............................230
Associate Degree for Transfer
Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
Anthropology for Transfer...................................................82
Art History for Transfer........................................................87
Communication Studies for Transfer...............................117
Economics for Transfer........................................................134
Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer...................110
English for Transfer..............................................................140
History for Transfer..............................................................167
Journalism for Transfer.......................................................175
Kinesiology for Transfer......................................................176
Music for Transfer................................................................188
Philosophy for Transfer.......................................................205
Political Science for Transfer..............................................210
Psychology for Transfer......................................................211
Social Justice Studies for Transfer.....................................212
Sociology for Transfer..........................................................214
Spanish for Transfer.............................................................215
Studio Arts for Transfer........................................................86
Theatre Arts for Transfer....................................................217
Associate in Science Degree for Transfer (AS-T)
Administration of Justice for Transfer...............................75
Biology for Transfer...............................................................96
Business Administration for Transfer................................98
Chemistry for Transfer........................................................106
Computer Science for Transfer..........................................127
Early Child Education for Transfer...................................109
*Courses in the degree/certificate are not necessarily listed in the order of enrollment. See prerequisites.
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Rio Hondo College Majors & Programs
AA Associate of Arts Degree AS Associate of Science Degree
AA-T Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree AS-T Associate in Science for Transfer Degree
Rio Hondo College Program of Study AA AA-T AS AS-T Certificate of
• • Achievement
Accounting
Accounting for Government and Non-Profit Organizations • •
Administration of Justice •
Administration of Justice for Transfer •
Advanced Engine Performance •
Advanced Engine Performance-Technician • •
Alternative Energy Technology • •
Alternative Fuels & Advanced Transportation Technology •
American Sign Language • •
Animation •
Anthropology for Transfer •
Applied Geographic Information Systems •
Architecture • •
Architectural Design & Drawing • •
Architectural Design & Drawing-Technician
Art/Studio Arts •• •
Art History for Transfer •
Associate Degree Nursing •
Automotive Technology • •
Basic Fire Academy • •
Basic Police Academy •
Biology •
Biology for Transfer • •
Brake and Suspension Service •
Business Administration • •
Business Administration for Transfer • •
Business Marketing
Carpentry – Concrete Forming • •
Carpentry – General • •
Carpentry – Scaffold Construction • •
Chemistry for Transfer • •
Chicano Studies •
Child Development • •
Civil Design Technology •
Civil Design & Drawing •
Coaching of Sports •
Communication Studies for Transfer •
Community Health Worker
Computer Information Technology: Cloud Computing Practitioner •
Computer Information Technology: Computer Systems
Computer Information Technology: Cybersecurity •
Computer Information Technology: Cybersecurity Technician •
Computer Information Technology: Ethical Hacker
Computer Information Technology: Information Systems and Technology •
Computer Information Technology: Network Administrator •
Skill Proficiency and Career Certificates are Division issued certificates only and are not listed on a student’s transcript.
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Rio Hondo College Majors & Programs (Continued)
Rio Hondo College Majors & Programs
AA Associate of Arts Degree AS Associate of Science Degree
AA-T Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree AS-T Associate in Science for Transfer Degree
Rio Hondo College Program of Study AA AA-T AS AS-T Certificate of
Achievement
Computer Information Technology: Network Technician •
Computer Information Technology: Office Technologies • •
Computer Information Technology: System Administrator •
Computer Science for Transfer • •
Computerized Accounting Systems
Construction Engineering Management • •
Corrections •
CSU GE •
Dance • •
Deaf Studies •
Diesel Fuel & Emission Systems • •
Drug Studies • •
Early Childhood Education for Transfer
Economics for Transfer • •
Electric Vehicle and Fuel Cell Technology Technician • •
Electronics Technology • •
Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer •
Engine Repair •
Engineering •
Engineering Design Drafting •
Engineering Design Drafting - Technician • •
English and Literature •
English for Transfer • •
Entertainment Art – Digital Characters •
Entertainment Art – Digital Environments •
Entrepreneurial Graphic Design • •
Environmental Science • •
Environmental Technology •
Field Technician • •
Fire Technology •
Fitness Specialist • •
Foundations of Interpreting • •
Fuel Injection Systems
General Automotive Service • •
General Service Technician •
General Studies (Emphasis in Arts and Human Expression) •
General Studies (Emphasis in Science and Mathematics) • •
General Studies (Emphasis in Social Behavior and Self-Development) •
General Studies (Emphasis in Social Sciences)
Geographic Information Systems •
Geology for Transfer
Graphic Art and Design
Graphic Design
Graphic Design: Advertising Design
Skill Proficiency and Career Certificates are Division issued certificates only and are not listed on a student’s transcript.
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Rio Hondo College Majors & Programs (Continued)
Rio Hondo College Majors & Programs
AA Associate of Arts Degree AS Associate of Science Degree
AA-T Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree AS-T Associate in Science for Transfer Degree
Rio Hondo College Program of Study AA AA-T AS AS-T Certificate of
Achievement
Graphic Design: Branding & Identity Design • •
Graphic Design: Packaging Design • • •
Graphic Design: Publication Design • •
Graphic Design: Website Design • • •
Health and Safety • •
Health Science Preparation • •
Heat and Frost Insulators •
Heavy Equipment Technology • • •
Heavy Equipment Diesel Engines Technician •
Heavy Equipment Electronics Technician • •
Heavy Equipment General Service Technician •• • •
Heavy Equipment Hydraulics Technician • •
Heavy Equipment Powertrains Technician • •
Heavy Equipment Service Technician •
History for Transfer • •
Homeland Security •
Honda Professional Career Training Program Specialization (PACT) •
Honda/Acura Air Conditioning and Supplemental Restraint Systems •
Honda/Acura Brakes, Suspension, and Electronic Systems •
Honda/Acura Engine Repair and Chassis Electrical Systems •
Honda/Acura Power Train and Transmission Systems •
Hospitality Management for Transfer •
IGETC
Infant/Toddler Specialization •
International Business •
Journalism for Transfer •
Kinesiology for Transfer
Language and Literacy Specialization •
Logistics Management •
Management and Supervision •
Mass Communications: Mass Media •
Mass Communications: Print Media Specialization •
Mathematics for Transfer
Music •
Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer
Orthopedic Technician •
Philosophy for Transfer
Photography •
Physics for Transfer
Police Academy Module I
Political Science for Transfer
Preschool Teacher
Skill Proficiency and Career Certificates are Division issued certificates only and are not listed on a student’s transcript.
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Rio Hondo College Majors & Programs (Continued)
Rio Hondo College Majors & Programs
AA Associate of Arts Degree AS Associate of Science Degree
AA-T Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree AS-T Associate in Science for Transfer Degree
Rio Hondo College Program of Study AA AA-T AS AS-T Certificate of
• Achievement
Psychology for Transfer
Retail Management • • •
Safety, Comfort and Convenience Systems • • •
Small Business Management •
Social Justice Studies for Transfer •
Social Work • •
Sociology for Transfer
Spanish for Transfer • •
Special Education Specialization
Sports Medicine • •
Strength and Performance Coach • •
Studio Arts for Transfer •
Surveying, Mapping & Drawing •
Technical Drawing •
Tesla Student Automotive Technician (START) • •
Theatre Arts •
Theatre Arts for Transfer • •
Transmission Service
Vocational Nursing •
Waste Management •
Water Management •
Welding Technology •
Welding Technology: LADBS Structural Steel Certification Program
Welding Technology: Pipe Welding and Fabrication
Wildland Fire Technology
Yoga Teacher Training Certification
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Rio Hondo College Majors & Programs (Continued)
Rio Hondo College Majors & Programs
AA Associate of Arts Degree AS Associate of Science Degree
AA-T Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree AS-T Associate in Science for Transfer Degree
Rio Hondo College Program of Study Skill Career Certificate
Proficiency •
Accounting for Government and Non-Profit Organizations Certificate •
Athletic Trainer’s Aide •
Basic Police Training • •
Certified Nurse Assistant Acute Care • •
Computerized Accounting • •
Desktop Technician • •
Emergency Medical Technician •
Entry Network Technician •
Game Development •
Home Health Aide •
Human Services
Income Tax Preparer Certificate of
Network Technician Competency
Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification Training Course
PC Repair Technician •
•
Non-Credit Certificates Certificate of
Completion •
Algebra I •
Algebra II • •
B.I.M. (Building Information Modeling) and CADD (Computer Assisted Drafting & Design • •
Career Exploration: Graphic Design • •
Civil Drawing and Pressure Piping • •
ESL: Advanced English as a Second Language •
ESL: Foundational English as a Second Language •
ESL: Intermediate English as a Second Language •
ESL: English as a Second Language for College Preparation
Geometry •
Integrated Math I
Integrated Math II
Integrated Math III
Parametric Modeling and CADD
Real Estate Practice and Finance
Real Estate Principles and Appraisal
Skill Proficiency and Career Certificates are Division issued certificates only and are not listed on a student’s transcript.
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ACCOUNTING
DIVISION OF BUSINESS
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
The Associate of Science Degree in the Accounting program The certificate curriculum in Accounting prepares students
prepares students for employment and advancement oppor- for employment and advancement opportunities in business
tunities in business and industry such as financial institutions, and industry such as financial institutions, hospitals, manu-
hospitals, manufacturing and construction companies, whole- facturing and construction companies, wholesale and retail
sale and retail companies, transportation, utilities, educational companies, transportation, utilities, educational institutions,
institutions, all levels of government and the military. Entry- all levels of government and the military. Entry-level employ-
level employment opportunities include positions in general ment opportunities include positions in general bookkeeping,
bookkeeping, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, income tax accounts receivable/payable, payroll, income tax preparation,
preparation, cost accounting and auditing. cost accounting and auditing.
Accounting Majors intending to obtain a bachelor’s degree Accounting Majors intending to obtain a bachelor’s degree
in Accounting should refer to the Business Administration in Accounting should refer to the Business Administration
transfer curriculum. transfer curriculum.
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Accounting, To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Accounting, it
students must complete the required major courses below with is necessary to complete the following courses with a grade of
a grade of “C” or better along with one of the following: Rio “C” or better:
Hondo College General Education and Proficiency require-
ments, California State University General Education Breadth Required Courses Units
(CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Education Transfer ACCT 101 or Financial Accounting..............................................4
Curriculum (IGETC). ACCT 101H *Financial Accounting Honors.............................. 4
ACCT 102 *Managerial Accounting........................................4
ACCT 103 Payroll Accounting..................................................3
Required Courses Units ACCT 106 Computerized Accounting.....................................3
ACCT 101 or Financial Accounting..............................................4
ACCT 101H *Financial Accounting Honors.............................4 ACCT 203 *Introduction to Cost Accounting........................3
ACCT 102 *Managerial Accounting........................................4 BUSL 110 Legal Environment of Business.............................3
ACCT 103 Payroll Accounting..................................................3 CIT 117 Microsoft® Excel®..................................................3
ACCT 106 Computerized Accounting.....................................3 MGMT 101 Introduction to Business........................................3
ACCT 203 *Introduction to Cost Accounting........................3 ENGL 101 or *College Composition & Research......................3.5
BUSL 110 Legal Environment of Business.............................3 MGMT 108 Business Writing.....................................................3
CIT 117 Microsoft® Excel®.....................................................3
MGMT 101 Introduction to Business........................................3 Choose a minimum of 6 units from the following:
ACCT 104 *Introduction to Governmental and
ENGL 101 or *College Composition & Research......................3.5 Not-For-Profit Accounting................................3
MGMT 108 Business Writing.....................................................3
ACCT 105 Income Tax Accounting.........................................4
ACCT 107 Accounting Ethics...................................................3
Choose a minimum of 6 units from the following: ACCT 108 Volunteer Income Tax
ACCT 104 *Introduction to Governmental and
Not-For-Profit Accounting......................... 3 Assistance Program I...........................................1
ACCT 105 Income Tax Accounting.................................. 4 ACCT 109 *Volunteer Income Tax
ACCT 107 Accounting Ethics............................................ 3
ACCT 108 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program II.........................................1
ACCT 110 *Excel for Business and Accounting.............. 1
Assistance Program I................................... 1 ACCT 290 CWE/Internship for Accounting
ACCT 109 *Volunteer Income Tax
Assistance Program II................................. 1 Related Fields......................................................1-4
FIN 101 Introduction to Financial Planning...................3
ACCT 110 *Excel for Business and Accounting.............. 1
ACCT 290 CWE/Internship for Accounting
Related Fields.............................................1-4 Units Required 35 - 35.5
FIN 101 Introduction to Financial Planning............... 3 *Prerequisite
Units Required 35 - 35.5
*Prerequisite
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ACCOUNTING
DIVISION OF BUSINESS
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT CERTIFICATE OF SKILL PROFICIENCY
Computerized Accounting Systems Income Tax Preparer
This program is designed to provide students with basic This certificate is designed for individuals desiring to enter
accounting skills and knowledge necessary to obtain entry- the tax preparation field with a minimum of course require-
level accounting and other accounting support positions in ments. Upon successful completion of this certificate, students
small and medium-sized businesses, which use computerized will possess the knowledge and practical experience necessary
accounting systems. It will prepare students for advancement to prepare personal income taxes effectively. By completing
opportunities in the field of accounting. the tax course, students will receive the qualifying education
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Computerized required by the California Tax Education Council to become a
Accounting Systems, it is necessary to complete the following California Registered Tax Preparer.
courses:
Required Courses Units
ACCT 105 Income Tax Accounting.........................................4
ACCT 108 Volunteer Income Tax
Required Courses Units
ACCT 101 or Financial Accounting..............................................4
ACCT 101H *Financial Accounting Honors.............................4 Assistance Program I...........................................1
ACCT 109 *Volunteer Income Tax
CIT 117 *Microsoft Excel......................................................3 Assistance Program II.........................................1
MGMT 108 or Business Writing.....................................................3
MGMT 208 or *Business Communications...................................3
ENGL 101 *College Composition and Units Required 6
Research.............................................................. 3.5 *Prerequisite
ACCT 106 Computerized Accounting.....................................3
ACCT 103 Payroll Accounting..................................................3
Units Required 16–16.5
*Prerequisite
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ACCOUNTING FOR GOVERNMENT
AND NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
DIVISION OF BUSINESS
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
This program is designed for individuals desiring employment
in government or not-for-profit organizations. Upon success-
ful completion of this certificate, candidates will be proficient
in fund and non-for-profit accounting and possess the ability
to perform basic accounting functions in a government and/or
not-for-profit organizations.
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Accounting for
Government and Nonprofit Organizations, it is necessary to
complete the following courses:
Required Courses Units
ACCT 101 or Financial Accounting..............................................4
ACCT 101H *Financial Accounting Honors.............................4
ACCT 103 Payroll Accounting..................................................3
ACCT 104 *Introduction to Governmental and
Not-For-Profit Accounting................................3
ACCT 106 Computerized Accounting.....................................3
MGMT 108 or Business Writing.....................................................3
ENGL 101 *College Composition and Research..................3.5
Units Required 16–16.5
*Prerequisite
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ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
DIVISION OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Administration of Justice ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
(Open to all students) To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Administra-
Students desiring careers in law enforcement may elect a pro- tion of Justice, students must complete the required major
gram from Administration of Justice. This program is designed courses below with a grade of “C” or better along with one
to be transferable or job-oriented, depending on student need. of the following: Rio Hondo College General Education and
Students seeking careers in corrections, probation and parole Proficiency requirements, California State University General
should specialize in the corrections option. Some of these Education Breadth (CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Edu-
areas require a four-year degree. cation Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).
Students seeking employment with a local, state or federal
law enforcement agency should specialize in Administration Required Courses Units
of Justice. Every student should seek counseling with the AJ 101 Introduction to Administration
assigned member of the Counseling staff in order to develop a of Justice................................................................3
comprehensive course of study within his/her career choice. AJ 102 Criminal Procedures...............................................3
It is highly recommended that the Administration of Justice AJ 104 Legal Aspects of Evidence......................................3
student take Introduction to Administration of Justice before AJ 105 Community Relations/Multicultural
advancing to the next courses. This provides a foundation Issues within Public Service................................3
of basic understanding of the Criminal Justice System. The AJ 106 *Criminal Law I.......................................................3
student is now prepared for a study of courses in the Adminis- AJ 107 *Criminal Law II......................................................3
tration of Justice.
Required Subtotal............................................................18
Plus 6 units from the following courses:
GIS 281 Crime Mapping and Analysis..................................... 4
AJ Administration of Justice Courses
(Subject Titles & Units will vary)
CORR Corrections Courses
(Subject Titles & Units will vary)
PAC Police Academy Courses
(Subject Titles & Units will vary)
Units Required 24
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ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
DIVISION OF PUBLIC SAFETY
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE IN ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE FOR TRANSFER
Required Courses Units
AJ 101 Introduction to Administration
of Justice................................................................3
AJ 106 *Criminal Law I.......................................................3
Choose two courses from the following list:
AJ 102 Criminal Procedures...............................................3
AJ 104 Legal Aspects of Evidence......................................3
Associate in Science in AJ 105 Community Relations/Multicultural
Administration of Justice for Transfer Issues Within Public Service..............................3
AJ 207 Juvenile Law and Procedure..................................3
The Associate in Science in Administration of Justice for AJ 208 Principles of Investigation......................................3
Transfer (AS-T) Degree is intended to meet the lower division
requirements for Criminal Justice majors (or similar majors) Choose two courses from the following list:
at a CSU campus that offers a Criminal Justice baccalaureate
degree. (Any course not used above)
AJ 107 *Criminal Law II......................................................3
This degree is designed for students interested in an introduc- AJ 275 Introduction to Forensic Science..........................3
tion to the field of Administration of Justice and for students CORR 101 Introduction to Corrections..................................3
looking to further their understanding of the criminal justice MATH 130 or *Statistics
system in America (police, courts, and corrections) and famil- MATH 130H *Statistics Honors....................................................4
iarize students with academic, career and volunteer opportuni- PSY 101 or Introductory Psychology
ties in the field. These courses will provide students with a solid PSY 101H *Introductory Psychology
foundation in Administration of Justice that will serve them Honors...................................................................3
for either transferring or in the workplace. SOC 101 or Introduction to Sociology
SOC 101H *Introductory Sociology Honors...........................3
In addition to the courses listed below, the following Required Subtotal...................................................... 18-19
additional requirements must be met for completion of
the AS-T Degree in Administration of Justice: CSU GE or IGETC Pattern....................................................... Varies
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all Degree Total 60
*Prerequisite
CSU-transferable coursework. (Some majors may require
a higher GPA. Students should consult with a counselor
for more information.)
3. Completion of the 18-19 semester units in the major with
a grade of “C” or better.
4. Certified completion of the California State University
General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) pattern; OR the
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
(IGETC) pattern.
5. Students are advised to check with the Counseling
Department or Transfer Center for the courses accepted
into the Criminal Justice major at the CSU where they
seek transfer.
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AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
DIVISION OF COMMUNICATIONS AND LANGUAGES
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
The Certificate of Achievement in American Sign Language
is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in
communication though American Sign Language (ASL). This
certificate is intended for students pursuing other degrees or
careers not directly related to Deaf people or ASL but who still
want to learn the language. With this certificate, the student
can petition their employer for any benefits that may be avail-
able for those who have skills in ASL.
Students who successfully complete the certificate will be able
to communicate competently in ASL on topics related to their
profession. While students will not be able to act as an inter-
preter, they will be able to communicate directly with clients,
customers, coworkers, or community members without the
need for interpretation. Students will also have spent time
within the Deaf community and will be familiar with where
and how to locate social events related to the Deaf community
and Deaf culture.
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in American Sign
Language, it is necessary to complete the following courses:
Required Courses Units
ASL 101 American Sign Language I.....................................4
ASL 102 *American Sign Language II..................................4
ASL 201 *American Sign Language III................................4
ASL 202 *American Sign Language IV................................4
Units Required 16
*Prerequisite
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AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE/
DEAF STUDIES
DIVISION OF COMMUNICATIONS AND LANGUAGES
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
The Associate of Arts Degree in Deaf Studies is a foundational
degree for those wishing to obtain mastery of American Sign
Language (ASL). By completion of specific General Education
courses, this program fulfills many of the requirements and
foundation courses for transfer to baccalaureate Deaf Studies
majors.
American Sign Language skills can be applied immediately to
career choices in the fields of education, nursing, counseling,
film, or any other area Deaf people live and work. Students can
further their careers by pursuing degrees in Deaf education to
be a credentialed teacher to Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH)
students. Students may also pursue a career in ASL pedagogy,
to teach ASL in a secondary or post-secondary educational
setting.
To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in Deaf Studies,
students must complete the required major courses below with
a grade of “C” or better along with one of the following: Rio
Hondo College General Education and Proficiency require-
ments, California State University General Education Breadth
(CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Education Transfer
Curriculum (IGETC).
Required Courses Units
ASL 101 American Sign Language I.....................................4
ASL 102 *American Sign Language II..................................4
ASL 201 *American Sign Language III................................4
ASL 202 *American Sign Language IV................................4
ASL 120 *Introduction to Deaf Studies................................3
ASL 124 Deaf Culture.............................................................3
ASL 250 *ASL Linguistics......................................................3
ASL 270 *ASL Literature........................................................3
ASL 280 *ASL Storytelling.....................................................2
Units Required 30
*Prerequisite
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AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE/
FOUNDATIONS OF INTERPRETING
DIVISION OF COMMUNICATIONS AND LANGUAGES
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
The Associate of Arts Degree in Foundations of Interpret-
ing will prepare students interested in laying a foundation
for further study and for a baccalaureate degree in American
Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting from a four-year college or
university.
With a degree in interpreting, students will be prepared for
employment anywhere Deaf people are present. This includes
a range of possibilities from potentially interpreting for
the President of the United States of America to guiding a
kindergarten student on coloring inside the lines. In addition
to acquiring entry level skills in the process of interpreting,
students will learn important business and ethical practices.
By completion of specific General Education courses, this pro-
gram fulfills many of the requirements and foundation courses
for transfer to baccalaureate in Sign Language Interpreting
majors.
To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in Foundations of
Interpreting, students must complete the required major
courses below with a grade of “C” or better along with one
of the following: Rio Hondo College General Education and
Proficiency requirements, California State University General
Education Breadth (CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Edu-
cation Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).
Required Courses Units
ASL 101 American Sign Language I.....................................4
ASL 102 *American Sign Language II..................................4
ASL 201 *American Sign Language III................................4
ASL 202 *American Sign Language IV................................4
ASL 124 Deaf Culture.............................................................3
ASL 211 *Beginning Interpreting + Ethics 1.......................3
ASL 212 *Beginning Interpreting + Ethics 2.......................3
ASL 220 *Pathways to Interpreting Careers........................2
ENGL 127 or *Language Structure and Language Use:
Introduction to Linguistics ................................3
ENGL 127H *Language Structure and Language Use:
Introduction to Linguistics Honors.................3
Units Required 30
*Prerequisite
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ANIMATION
DIVISION OF ARTS & CULTURAL PROGRAMS
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
This Degree is recommended for those who are interested in
the field of Entertainment Art and Animation. Students are
advised to check with the Counseling Department for the
courses accepted into the Animation major at the four-year
institutions where they seek transfer.
To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in Animation,
students must complete the required major courses below with
a grade of “C” or better along with one of the following: Rio
Hondo College General Education and Proficiency require-
ments, California State University General Education Breadth
(CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Education Transfer
Curriculum (IGETC).
Required Courses Units
ANIM 101 Introduction to Digital 3D Animation.................4
ANIM 105 Principles of Digital Animation............................4
ART 105 or *Survey of Western Art: Prehistory
ART 105H through the Middle Ages...................................3
ART 106 or *Survey of Western Art: Renaissance
ART 106H to Contemporary..................................................3
ART 120 Two Dimensional Design.......................................3
ART 121 Three Dimensional Design.....................................3
ART 130 Freehand Drawing I................................................3
Choose one course from the list below:
ANIM 110 Digital Character Animation.................................4
ANIM 120 Lighting and Texture..............................................4
ANIM 130 Modeling for Games...............................................4
ART 170 Introduction to Digital Painting...........................3
ART 260 *Figure Drawing for Animators............................3
Units Required 26-27
*Prerequisite
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ANIMATION
DIVISION OF ARTS & CULTURAL PROGRAMS
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Entertainment Art-Digital Characters Entertainment Art-Digital Environments
Entertainment Art students work in a collaborative envi- Entertainment Art students work in a collaborative envi-
ronment on project based assignments that revolve around ronment on project based assignments that revolve around
creativity and innovation. Students are taught the skills they creativity and innovation. Students are taught the skills they
will need in order to create amazing artwork using the latest will need in order to create amazing artwork using the latest
digital tools. The curriculum centers on the current production digital tools. The curriculum centers on the current production
techniques used in designing the visual components found in techniques used in designing the visual components found in
games, apps, feature films and the web. From the fundamentals games, apps, feature films and the web. From the fundamentals
of 2D visual development through the pipeline for creating of 2D visual development through the pipeline for creating
a finished 3D piece, students are guided by industry profes- a finished 3D piece, students are guided by industry profes-
sionals. Entertainment Art students finish their training with sionals. Entertainment Art students finish their training with
portfolios full of intriguing and elaborate digital characters. portfolios full of captivating digital environments, vehicles and
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Entertainment props.
Art-Digital Characters it is necessary to complete the follow- To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Entertainment
ing courses: Art-Digital Environments it is necessary to complete the fol-
lowing courses:
Required Courses Units
ART 170 Introduction to Digital Painting...........................3
ANIM 110 Digital Character Animation.................................4 Required Courses Units
ART 170 Introduction to Digital Painting...........................3
ANIM 130 Modeling for Games...............................................4 ANIM 130 Modeling for Games...............................................4
ANIM 133 Character Design.....................................................4 ANIM 134 Mech and Vehicle Design......................................4
ANIM 140 Animation Portfolio................................................4 ANIM 135 Environment Design...............................................4
ART 260 *Figure Drawing for Animators............................3 ANIM 140 Animation Portfolio................................................4
Units Required 22 Units Required 19
*Prerequisite
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ANIMATION/
GAME DEVELOPMENT
DIVISION OF ARTS & CULTURAL PROGRAMS
CERTIFICATE OF SKILL PROFICIENCY
The Game Development certificate is designed to provide stu-
dents with the technical, creative and artistic skill sets neces-
sary to create industry standard game art.
Required Courses Units
ANIM 101 Introduction to Digital 3D
Animation.............................................................4
ANIM 120 Lighting and Texture..............................................4
ANIM 130 Modeling for Games...............................................4
GDSN 178 Digital Imaging Design...........................................3
Units Required 15
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ANTHROPOLOGY
DIVISION OF BEHAVIORIAL & SOCIAL SCIENCES
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN ANTHROPOLOGY FOR TRANSFER
Required Courses Units
ANTH 101 or Introduction to Physical Anthropology...............3
ANTH 101H *Introduction to Physical Anthropology
Honors...................................................................3
ANTH 101L *Introduction to Physical Anthropology Lab......1
ANTH 102 or Introduction to Cultural Anthropology...............3
ANTH 102H *Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
Associate in Arts in Honors...................................................................3
Anthropology for Transfer ANTH 103 Introduction to Archaeology.................................3
ANTH 104 Introduction to Language and Culture................3
The Associate in Arts in Anthropology for Transfer (AA-T)
Degree is intended to meet the lower division requirements Choose one course from the following:
for Anthropology majors (or similar majors) at a CSU campus ANTH 110/
that offers an Anthropology baccalaureate degree. SOC 110 Human Sexuality from a Cross-Cultural
Perspective............................................................3
This degree focuses on the critical analysis of human beings ANTH 125 Religion, Magic, Witchcraft, and the
from both a cultural and biological perspective. The diver- Supernatural.........................................................3
sity of humans is investigated through a time cross-culturally PSY 200 *Research Methods in Psychology........................3
in terms of their behavioral adaptations as well as using the GEOL 150 Physical Geology......................................................3
framework of evolution to understand biological adaptation. MATH 130 or *Statistics..................................................................4
Students will gain a basic understanding of the various fields MATH 130H or *Statistics Honors................................................4
and sub-fields of the discipline of Anthropology through their PSY 190 *Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences..................4
elective choices.
Choose one course from the following:
In addition to the courses listed below, the following ANTH 115 Introduction to Medical Anthropology...............3
additional requirements must be met for completion of ANTH 110/ Human Sexuality from a Cross-Cultural
the AA-T Degree in Anthropology: SOC 110 Perspective (if not used above)..........................3
ANTH 125 Religion, Magic, Witchcraft, and the
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. Supernatural (if not used above).......................3
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all HIST 156 Black American Experience to 1865.....................3
HIST 157 Black American Experience Since 1865...............3
CSU-transferable coursework. (Some majors may require HIST 158 US Comparative History of American .................
a higher GPA. Students should consult with a counselor Indians and Black Americans................................3
for more information.) HIST 159 or US Comparative History of Mexican and ............
3. Completion of the 19-20 semester units in the major with Asian Americans & Women..............................3
a grade of “C” or better. HIST 159H *US Comparative History of Mexican and
4. Certified completion of the California State University Asian Americans & Women Honors................3
General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) pattern; OR the GEOG 102 Cultural Geography................................................3
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum SOC 101 or Introduction to Sociology......................................3
(IGETC) pattern. SOC 101H Introduction to Sociology Honors........................3
MATH 130 or *Statistics (if not used above).................................4
Students are advised to check with the Counseling Department MATH 130H or *Statistics Honors (if not used above)...............4
or Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the Psychol- PSY 190 *Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
ogy major at the CSU where they seek transfer. (if not used above)...............................................4
Required Subtotal ...................................................... 19-20
CSU GE or IGETC Pattern....................................................... Varies
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
Total Units 60
*Prerequisite
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ARCHITECTURE
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
This program leads to the Associate of Science Degree in Required Courses Units
Architecture for university transfer to Architecture, advanced ARCH 115 Introduction to Residential Architecture:
Tech Prep placement, employment in architectural firms, the Drawing and Design............................................4
AES (Architectural/Engineering/Construction) and Design ARCH 125 *Residential Architecture and Detailing..............3
industries, Public Works/Utilities. The program includes appli- ARCH 215 *Architectural Perspective and Rendering..........4
cations such as BIM (Building Information Modeling), CADD ARCH 225 *Commercial Wood and Masonry
(Computer-Assisted Design and Drafting), LEED (Leader- Design and Construction....................................4
ship in Energy and Environmental Design), 3D Printing, and ARCH 235 *Architectural Design Studio.................................4
traditional drafting methods and standards. By completion of ARCH 260 *Advanced Architecture Using Revit
specific General Education courses, this program fulfills many and 3D Software...................................................4
of the requirements and foundation courses for transfer to ENGT 101 Introduction to Technical Drawing
Baccalaureate Architectural-related majors but does not fulfill & Graphics............................................................3
all transfer requirements for specific Baccalaureate degree ENGT 105 Architectural & Technical Freehand ....................
programs. Sketching...............................................................2
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Architecture, ENGT 150 AutoCAD for Basic CADD Applications............4
students must complete the required major courses below with
a grade of “C” or better along with one of the following: Rio Select one course from the following:
Hondo College General Education and Proficiency require- ARCH 236 *Architectural Design Studio II.............................4
ments, California State University General Education Breadth ARCH 261 *Revit for Advanced BIM Architectural,
(CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Education Transfer Structural and MEP Applications......................4
Curriculum (IGETC).
Units Required 36
*Prerequisite
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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN & DRAWING
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Architectural Design & Drawing Technician
The major of Architectural Design and Drawing curriculum
leads to the Associate of Science Degree for employment in This certificate is designed for construction, housing and
architectural firms, the AEC (Architectural/Engineering/Con- architectural-related careers and leads to employment in
struction) and Design industries, and Public Works/ Utilities. architectural design applications, contractor’s offices, building
The program includes applications such as BIM (Building departments, utilities and building-related drafting and CADD
Information Modeling), CADD (Computer Assisted-Design applications.
and Drafting), LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental
Design), 3D Printing, and traditional drafting methods and To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Architectural
standards. This program is not designed to fulfill require- Design and Drawing Technician, it is necessary to com-
ments for transfer to a university in Architecture (see Associ- plete the following courses:
ate of Science Degree in Architecture). For Baccalaureate or
advanced degrees, see admission and transfer requirements for Required Courses Units
individual colleges and universities. ARCH 110 Construction Document
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Architectural Reading and Estimating......................................3
Design and Drawing, students must complete the required ARCH 115 Introduction to Residential
major courses below with a grade of “C” or better along with Architecture: Drawing & Design.......................4
one of the following: Rio Hondo College General Education ARCH 125 *Residential Architecture & Detailing..................3
and Proficiency requirements, California State University Gen- ARCH 225 *Commercial Wood & Masonry
eral Education Breadth (CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Design & Construction.......................................4
Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). CIV 140 Civil Engineering Fundamentals...........................3
ENGT 101 Introduction to Technical
Drawing & Graphics............................................3
Required Courses Units ENGT 105 Architectural & Technical
ARCH 110 Construction Document Reading
and Estimating.....................................................3 Freehand Sketching.............................................2
ENGT 122 Engineering Design Graphics................................4
ARCH 115 Introduction to Residential ENGT 150 AutoCAD for Basic CADD
Architecture: Drawing and Design....................4
ARCH 125 *Residential Architecture and Detailing..............3 Applications..........................................................4
ARCH 225 *Commercial Wood and Masonry Units Required 30
Design and Construction....................................4 *Prerequisite
CIV 140 Civil Engineering Fundamentals...........................3
ENGT 101 Introduction to Technical Drawing
& Graphics............................................................3
ENGT 105 Architectural and Technical Freehand
Sketching...............................................................2
ENGT 122 Engineering Design Graphics................................4
ENGT 150 AutoCAD for Basic CADD Applications............4
ENGT 170 MicroStation for Basic CADD
Applications..........................................................4
ENGT 200 *Intermediate AutoCAD for Design
and Production.....................................................3
Select one course from the following:
ARCH 260 *Advanced Architecture Using Revit
and 3D Software...................................................4
ENGT 280 *Advanced MicroStation for CADD
& BIM Applications.............................................4
ARCH 280 *Advanced MicroStation for CADD
& BIM Applications.............................................4
Units Required 41
*Prerequisite
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ART/STUDIO ARTS
DIVISION OF ARTS & CULTURAL PROGRAMS
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
This curriculum leads to an Associate in Arts Degree in Studio Required Courses Units
Arts. It is designed to prepare students and artists in the devel- ART 105 or *Survey of Western Art: Prehistory
opment of skills for possible careers in different fields of the through the Middle Ages....................................3
Fine Arts, including Painting, Ceramics, Printmaking, Sculp- ART 105H *Survey of Western Art: Prehistory
ture, and Gallery presentation. This program is good prepara- through the Middle Ages Honors......................3
tion for portfolio development and advancement for transfer ART 106 or *Survey of Western Art:
to four-year public or private universities and art schools. Renaissance to Contemporary...........................3
Students are advised to complete the required studio courses in ART 106H *Survey of Western Art:
the order listed, before choosing the additional four electives. Renaissance to Contemporary Honors.............3
Students intending to transfer to a four-year university or art ART 120 Two Dimensional Design.......................................3
school should check the required courses necessary at each ART 121 Three Dimensional Design.....................................3
school when choosing from the list of elective courses. ART 130 Freehand Drawing I................................................3
To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in Studio Arts, ART 135 Beginning Painting..................................................3
students must complete the required major courses below with
a grade of “C” or better along with one of the following: Rio
Hondo College General Education and Proficiency require- Additional twelve units from the following
ments, California State University General Education Breadth
(CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Education Transfer Cur- elective courses (choose 4):
riculum (IGETC). ART 124 Color Theory............................................................3
ART 131 *Freehand Drawing II.............................................3
ART 136 *Intermediate Painting...........................................3
ART 140 Ceramics I.................................................................3
ART 141 *Ceramics II.............................................................3
ART 142 Introduction to Ceramic Handbuilding...............3
ART 143 *Ceramic Handbuilding II.....................................3
ART 144 *Handbuilding III....................................................3
ART146 Introduction to Sculpture.......................................3
ART 150 Beginning Printmaking..........................................3
ART 151 *Intermediate Printmaking....................................3
ART 170 *Introduction to Digital Painting..........................3
ART 190 Gallery & Exhibition Design..................................3
ART 230 *Beginning Life Drawing........................................3
ART 231 *Intermediate Life Drawing...................................3
ART 232 *Advanced Life Drawing........................................3
ART 233 *Freehand Drawing III...........................................3
ART 234 Watercolor Painting................................................3
ART 235 *Advanced Painting I..............................................3
ART 236 *Advanced Painting II............................................3
ART 242 *Advanced Ceramics...............................................3
ART 252 *Advanced Printmaking.........................................3
ART 260 *Figure Drawing for Animators............................3
Units Required 30
*Prerequisite
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ART/STUDIO ARTS
DIVISION OF ARTS & CULTURAL PROGRAMS
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN STUDIO ARTS FOR TRANSFER
Required Courses Units
ART 106 or Survey of Western Art:
Renaissance to Contemporary ..........................3
ART 106H *Survey of Western Art: Renaissance
to Contemporary Honors...................................3
ART 120 Two Dimensional Design.......................................3
ART 121 Three Dimensional Design.....................................3
ART 130 Freehand Drawing I................................................3
Associate in Arts in Art/Studio Arts
for Transfer Choose one course, 3 units, from the following list:
ART 105 or Survey of Western Art: Prehistory
The Associate in Arts in Art/Studio Arts Transfer (AA-T) through the Middle Ages....................................3
Degree is intended to meet the lower division requirements for ART 105H *Survey of Western Art: Prehistory
Studio Arts majors (or similar majors) at a CSU campus that through the Middle Ages Honors......................3
offers a Studio Arts baccalaureate degree. ART 107 The Art of Asia.........................................................3
ART 108 Art of Mexico...........................................................3
Students who earn an AA-T in Art/Studio Arts demonstrate
knowledge and skill in areas including drawing, painting, Select one course from any three of the following areas
ceramics, or photography. Foundational skills and knowledge
of the studio arts are the springboard for an array of careers for a total of 9 units:
including professional artist, illustrator, layout artist, graphic
designer, animator, advertising artist, art director, art critic, Drawing *Freehand Drawing II.............................................3
art educator, art therapist, gallery and museum curator, gal- ART 131 or *Beginning Life Drawing........................................3
lery assistant and art restorer. The CSU campuses offer a wide ART 230
range of specialized bachelor’s degrees, including each of the
studio arts as well as art education, art history, photography, Painting Beginning Painting..................................................3
digital arts and multimedia, graphic design and arts technol- ART 135
ogy.
Printmaking Beginning Printmaking..........................................3
In addition to the courses listed below, the following ART 150
additional requirements must be met for completion of the
AA-T Degree in Studio Arts: Ceramics Ceramics I.................................................................3
ART 140
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all Sculpture *Introduction to Sculpture.....................................3
ART 146
CSU-transferable coursework. (Some majors may require
a higher GPA. Students should consult with a counselor Digital Art Introduction to Digital Painting...........................3
for more information.) ART 170 or Digital Imaging Design
3. Completion of the 24 semester units in the major with a GDSN 178
grade of “C” or better.
4. Certified completion of the California State University Photography
General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) pattern; OR the PHTO 190 Beginning Photography..........................................3
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
(IGETC) pattern. Color Color Theory............................................................3
5. Students are advised to check with the Counseling Depart- ART 124
ment or Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the
Art major at the CSU where they seek transfer. Other (second semester courses)
ART 136 or *Intermediate Painting...........................................3
ART 141 or *Ceramics II.............................................................3
ART 231 or *Intermediate Life Drawing...................................3
ART 260 *Figure Drawing for Animators....................3
Required Subtotal............................................................24
CSU GE or IGETC Pattern....................................................... Varies
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
Degree Total 60
*Prerequisite
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ART HISTORY
DIVISION OF ARTS & CULTURAL PROGRAMS
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN ART HISTORY FOR TRANSFER
Required Courses Units
ART 105 or Survey of Western Art: Prehistory
through the Middle Ages
ART105H *Survey of Western Art: Prehistory
through the Middle Ages Honors......................3
ART 106 or Survey of Western Art:
Renaissance to Contemporary
ART 106H *Survey of Western Art: Renaissance
to Contemporary Honors...................................3
Associate in Arts in Art History ART 130 Freehand Drawing I................................................3
for Transfer
Choose one non-Western art history course from
The Associate in Arts in Art History for Transfer (AA-T)
Degree is intended to meet the lower division requirements for the following list (3 units):
Art History majors or Art majors with a concentration in Art ART 104 Art of the Ancient Americas..................................3
History (or similar majors) at a CSU campus that offers an Art ART 107 The Art of Asia.........................................................3
or Art History baccalaureate degree. ART 108 The Art of Mexico...................................................3
This degree is designed for students interested in an intro- Choose one studio art course from the following list (3 units):
duction to the discipline and methodologies of art history. ART 120 Two Dimensional Design
The coursework will provide students with an understanding (recommended).....................................................3
of the artistic contributions of diverse cultures and regions ART 121 Three Dimensional Design.....................................3
throughout time, of the relationship between works of art and ART 135 Beginning Painting..................................................3
the contexts in which they were produced, and of the ways in ART 140 Ceramics I.................................................................3
which works of art communicate ideas and meaning visually. ART 230 *Beginning Life Drawing........................................3
Students will examine theories of interpretation and iconogra- PHTO190 Beginning Photography..........................................3
phy, along with issues of patronage, provenance, and conserva-
tion/restoration. Students will gain critical thinking skills and Choose one course from the following list (3 units):
a foundational knowledge of art history that will prepare them ART 109 History of American Art....................................... .3
for transfer to four-year institutions and for arts and humani- ART 112 Art in the Modern Era............................................3
ties-related careers. ART 113 The History of Photography..................................3
ART 115 The Art of Film........................................................3
In addition to the courses listed below, the following ART 120 Two Dimensional Design
additional requirements must be met for completion of the (if not already used).............................................3
AA-T Degree in Art History ART 121 Three Dimensional Design
(if not already used).............................................3
1. Completion 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all Required Subtotal ............................................................18
CSU GE or IGETC Pattern....................................................... Varies
CSU-transferable coursework. (Some majors may require Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
a higher GPA. Students should consult with a counselor
for more information.) Degree Total 60
3. Completion of the 18 semester units in the major with a *Prerequisite
grade of “C” or better.
4. Certified completion of the California State University
General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) pattern; OR the
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
(IGETC) pattern.
Students are advised to check with the Counseling Department
or Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the Art His-
tory major at the CSU where they seek transfer.
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AUTOMOTIVE/ADVANCED ENGINE
PERFORMANCE
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
The courses listed in the Associate of Science Degree are com- The courses listed in the Certificate of Achievement are com-
prised of a comprehensive list of job skills needed to work in prised of a comprehensive list of job skills needed to work in
the specialized field of Automotive Advanced Engine Perfor- the specialized field of Automotive Advanced Engine Perfor-
mance Diagnostics. The skills developed during lecture and mance Diagnostics. The skills developed during lecture and
lab will enhance the student’s ability to complete the industry- lab will enhance the student’s ability to complete the industry-
recognized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifica- recognized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifica-
tion Tests A6 (Electrical/Electronic Systems), A8 (Engine tion Tests A6 (Electrical/Electronic Systems), A8 (Engine
Performance), and L1 (Advanced Engine Performance). The Performance), and L1 (Advanced Engine Performance). The
degree is designed to prepare an individual for transfer and/ Certificate is designed to prepare an individual for entry-level
or entry-level employment as an Automotive Engine Perfor- employment as an Automotive Engine Performance Diagnos-
mance Diagnostic Technician. tic Technician.
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Advanced To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Advanced
Engine Performance, students must complete the required Engine Performance, it is necessary to complete the following
major courses below with a grade of “C” or better along with courses with a grade of “C” or better:
one of the following: Rio Hondo College General Education
and Proficiency requirements, California State University Gen- Required Courses Units
eral Education Breadth (CSU GE), or Intersegmental General AUTO 065 Smog Technician Diagnostic
Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). and Repair Procedures....................................... 3
AUTO 106 Automotive Electrical Tools and
Diagnostic Procedures........................................3
Required Courses Units AUTO 110 *Introduction to Engine Diagnosis
AUTO 065 Smog Technician Diagnostic
and Repair Procedures....................................... 3 and Tune-Up....................................................... 3
AUTO 106 Automotive Electrical Tools and AUTO 120 *Engine Tune-Up/Performance............................4
Diagnostic Procedures........................................3 AUTO 130 Level-I Smog Technician Training
AUTO 110 *Introduction to Engine Diagnosis Course: Engine and Emission
and Tune-Up....................................................... 3 Control Fundamentals........................................3
AUTO 120 *Engine Tune-Up/Performance............................4 AUTO 135 Level-II Smog Technician Training
AUTO 130 Level-I Smog Technician Training Course: Smog Check Inspection
Course: Engine and Emission Procedures............................................................3
Control Fundamentals........................................3 AUTO 155 *Automotive On-Board Diagnostics
AUTO 135 Level-II Smog Technician Training Generations One and Two
Course: Smog Check Inspection (OBD I & OBD II)...............................................3
Procedures............................................................3 AUTO 157 *Automotive Specialized Electronics
AUTO 155 *Automotive On-Board Diagnostics Training.................................................................4
Generations One and Two
(OBD I & OBD II)...............................................3 In addition, students must complete TWO of the following:
AUTO 157 *Automotive Specialized Electronics AUTO 115 *Computerized Engine Controls
Training.................................................................4 and Diagnostics....................................................3
AUTO 150 *Engine Electrical Systems.....................................4
In addition, students must complete TWO of the following: AUTO 180 *Advanced Automotive
AUTO 115 *Computerized Engine Controls Diagnostic Procedures and Practices................3
and Diagnostics....................................................3 AUTO 256 *Automotive Scantools and Vehicle
AUTO 150 *Engine Electrical Systems.....................................4 Network Systems..................................................3
AUTO 180 *Advanced Automotive
Diagnostic Procedures and Practices................3 Units Required 32-33
AUTO 256 *Automotive Scantools and Vehicle *Prerequisite
Network Systems..................................................3
Units Required 32-33
*Prerequisite
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AUTOMOTIVE/ADVANCED ENGINE
PERFORMANCE TECHNICIAN
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
This Certificate of Achievement is designed for the experi- Required Courses Units
enced Automotive Technician who desires to expand and AUTO 065 Smog Technician Diagnostic and
upgrade his/her skill level to include the ability to complete Repair Procedures................................................3
the industry-recognized Automotive Service Excellence AUTO 130 Level-I Smog Technician Training Course:
(ASE) Certification Test A6 (Electrical/Electronic Systems), Engine and Emission Control
A8 (Engine Performance) and L1 (Advanced Engine Perfor- Fundamentals.......................................................3
mance) within the California Tune-Up and Driveability and AUTO 135 Level-II Smog Technician Training
Smog Check Program. The certificate is designed to prepare Course: Smog Check Inspection
an individual for entry-level employment as a State Certified Procedures............................................................3
Smog Check Technician. AUTO 155 *Automotive On-Board Diagnostics
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Advanced Generations One and Two
Engine Performance Technician, it is necessary to complete (OBD-I & OBD-II)..............................................3
the following courses with a grade of “C” or better:
Units Required 12
*Prerequisite
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AUTOMOTIVE/ALTERNATIVE
ENERGY TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Alternative Energy Technology
The courses listed in the Associate of Science Degree are
designed to prepare an individual for entry-level employ- The courses listed in this certificate compile a comprehensive
ment within the alternative energy industry as an integrator, list of job-related skills needed to acquire Alternative Energy
designer, or as a maintenance or repair worker. This Degree technical skills. The skills acquired during class will prepare
is designed to increase the number of students earning an an individual for entry-level employment as an Alternative
Associate degree from Rio Hondo and to guide students along Energy Technician that may find employment as an installer,
a path to transfer and promotion that is both efficient and suf- designer or as a maintenance and/or repair worker.
ficient for their continued academic success. To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Alternative
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Alternative Energy Technology, it is necessary to complete the following
Energy Technology, students must complete the required courses:
major courses below with a grade of “C” or better along with
one of the following: Rio Hondo College General Education Required Courses Units
and Proficiency requirements, California State University Gen- AET/ET 120 Introduction to Alternative
eral Education Breadth (CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Energy Technology..............................................3
Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). AET/ET 121 Photovoltaic Systems Design
Required Courses Units and Installation....................................................3
AET/ET 122 *Advanced Photovoltaic Systems
AET/ET 120 Introduction to Alternative Design and Installation.......................................3
Energy Technology..............................................3
AET/ET 121 Photovoltaic Systems Design AET/ET 123 Wind Energy Systems
Design and Installation.......................................3
and Installation....................................................3 AET/ET 124 *Advanced Wind Energy Systems
AET/ET 122 *Advanced Photovoltaic Systems
Design and Installation.......................................3 Design and Installation.......................................3
TCED 044 OSHA 10 for the Workplace..................................1
AET/ET 123 Wind Energy Systems
Design and Installation.......................................3
AET/ET 124 *Advanced Wind Energy Units Required 16
Systems Design and Installation........................3 *Prerequisite
AET 181 or Home Energy Management
and Auditing.........................................................3
AET 182 Industrial Energy Management
and Auditing.........................................................3
AET 280 Green Building Design
Principles...............................................................3
ARCH 110 Construction Document
Reading and Estimating......................................3
ELEC 050 Introduction to the Electrical
Industry.................................................................2
GIS 120 Introduction to Geographic
Information Systems and
Spatial Analysis....................................................4
TCED 054 OSHA Workplace Safety II....................................4
Units Required 34
*Prerequisite
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AUTOMOTIVE/ALTERNATIVE
FUELS & ADVANCED
TRANSPORATION TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Alternative Fuels & Advanced
This Degree is designed to prepare students and incumbent Transportation Technology
employees as Alternative Fuels & Advanced Transportation
Technology specialists. Training is in theory and practical This Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students
skills. Directed practical work is given in all fuel areas, com- and incumbent employees as Alternative Fuels & Advanced
pressed and biodiesel, under simulated on-the-job conditions. Transportation Technology specialists. Training is in theory
The program will provide the student with the opportunity to and practical skills. Directed practical work is given in all fuel
acquire the knowledge and hand skills demanded of modern areas, compressed and biodiesel, under simulated on-the-job
transportation specialists. The sequence in which courses are conditions. The program will provide the student the oppor-
taken may be modified to meet individual needs. tunity to acquire the knowledge and hand skills demanded
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Alternative of modern transportation specialists. The sequence is which
Fuels & Advanced Transportation Technology, students courses are taken may be modified to meet individual needs.
must complete the required major courses below with a grade
of “C” or better along with one of the following: Rio Hondo To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Alternative
College General Education and Proficiency requirements, Fuels & Advanced Transportation Technology, it is necessary
California State University General Education Breadth (CSU to complete the following courses:
GE), or Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curricu-
lum (IGETC). Required Courses Units
AUTO 110 *Introduction to Engine Diagnosis
and Tune-Up........................................................3
Required Courses Units AUTO 115 *Computerized Engine Controls
AUTO 101 Introduction to Automotive Service
and Repair: Underhood Service.........................3 & Diagnostics.......................................................3
AUTO 141 Alternative Fuels I...................................................3
AUTO 103 Introduction to Automotive Service AUTO 142 Alternative Fuels II..................................................4
and Repair: Undercar Service.............................3
AUTO 106 Automotive Electrical Tools and AUTO 147 *Introduction to Hybrid & Electric
Vehicle Technology.............................................3
Diagnostics Procedures.......................................3 AUTO 157 *Automotive Specialized
AUTO 107 *Introduction to Automotive
Light Service.........................................................3 Electronics Training............................................4
AUTO 110 *Introduction to Engine Diagnosis Units Required 20
and Tune-Up........................................................3 *Prerequisite
AUTO 115 *Computerized Engine Controls
& Diagnostics.......................................................3
AUTO 141 Alternative Fuels I...................................................3
AUTO 142 Alternative Fuels II..................................................4
AUTO 147 *Introduction to Hybrid & Electric
Vehicle Technology.............................................3
AUTO 157 *Automotive Specialized
Electronics Training............................................4
Units Required 32
*Prerequisite
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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
General Automotive Service
The courses listed in the Associate of Science Degree are
comprised of a comprehensive list of job skills needed to The courses listed in the Certificate of Achievement are com-
enter the automotive field. The skills developed during class prised of a comprehensive list of job skills needed to enter the
will enhance the student’s ability to complete the industry- automotive field. The skills developed during class will enhance
recognized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification the student’s ability to complete the industry-recognized
Tests A-1 through A-8, Automotive Technician. The Degree is Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Tests
designed to prepare an individual for transfer and/or entry- A-1 through A-8, Automotive Technician. The Certificate is
level employment as an Automobile Technician. designed to prepare an individual for entry-level employment
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Automotive as an Automobile Technician.
Technology, students must complete the required major
courses below with a grade of “C” or better along with one To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in General
of the following: Rio Hondo College General Education and Automotive Service, it is necessary to complete the following
Proficiency requirements, California State University General courses with a grade of “C” or better:
Education Breadth (CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Edu-
cation Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). Required Courses Units
AUTO 107 *Introduction to Automotive Light Service.........3
AUTO 140 *Body & Chassis Electrical Systems......................4
Required Courses Units AUTO 150 *Engine Electrical Systems.....................................4
AUTO 107 *Introduction to Automotive Light Service.........3
AUTO 140 *Body and Chassis Electrical Systems..................4 AUTO 160 *Upper End Engine Rebuilding
and Machining.....................................................4
AUTO 150 *Engine Electrical Systems.....................................4 AUTO 200 *Suspension Steering & Alignment Service ........4
AUTO 160 *Upper End Engine Rebuilding
and Machining.....................................................4 AUTO 210 *Automotive Brake Systems..................................4
AUTO 220 *Manual Drive Trains and Axles...........................4
AUTO 200 *Suspension Steering & Alignment Service ........4 AUTO 230 *Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...................4
AUTO 210 *Automotive Brake Systems..................................4
AUTO 220 *Manual Drive Trains and Axles...........................4 AUTO 240 *Heating and Air Conditioning.............................4
AUTO 230 *Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...................4 Units Required 35
AUTO 240 *Heating and Air Conditioning.............................4 *Prerequisite
Units Required 35
*Prerequisite
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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Brake and Suspension Service Diesel Fuel and Emission Systems
The courses listed in this certificate compile a comprehensive This Certificate is designed for the experienced Automotive
list of job-related skills needed to enter the automotive field. Technician who desires to expand and upgrade his/her skill
The skills acquired during class will help one complete the ASE level to include Light-Duty Vehicle Diesel Fuel Systems and
Certification Test in the areas of A-4 Steering and Suspension related Driveability and Emission Control Systems within the
and/or A-5 Brakes. The certificate is designed to prepare an Automotive Tune-up and Driveability, Electrical and Elec-
individual for entry-level employment as a Suspension and tronics, and Automotive Emission Control Systems Service
Steering and/or Brakes Service/Repair Technician. and Repair spectrum. This certificate is also appropriate for
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Brake and Sus- emission control (smog) technicians desiring to take and pass
pension, it is necessary to complete the following courses with the ASE A9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines certification exam
a grade of “C” or better: covering advanced auto/truck diesel technology. This certifi-
cate leads to employment as a General Diesel Auto Repair
Required Courses Units Technician, Diesel Tune-up Technician and/or State-Certified
AUTO 103 Introduction to Automotive Smog Technician.
Service and Repair: Undercar Service...............3 To acquire a Certificate of Achievement in Diesel Fuel and
AUTO 140 *Body and Chassis Electrical Systems..................4 EcomuirssseisowniSthysategmrasd,eitoifs“nCe”ceosrsabreyttteor:complete the following
AUTO 200 *Suspension, Steering and Alignment Service....4 Required Courses Units
AUTO 210 *Automotive Brake Systems..................................4
AUTO 211 *Antilock Brakes/Traction Control Systems.......3 AUTO 106 Automotive Electrical Tools
and Diagnostic Procedures.................................3
AUTO 108 *Introduction to Automotive
Units Required 18 Diesel Service & Operation.................................3
*Prerequisite AUTO 110 *Introduction to Engine
Diagnosis and Tune-Up......................................3
AUTO 115 *Computerized Engine Controls
and Diagnostics....................................................3
AUTO 118 *Light-Duty Vehicle Diesel Fuel
Systems & Emission Control Diagnostics........3
Units Required 15
*Prerequisite
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Engine Repair Fuel Injection Systems
The courses listed in this certificate compile a comprehensive The courses listed in this certificate compile a comprehensive
list of job-related skills needed to enter the automotive field. list of job-related skills needed to enter the automotive field.
The skills acquired during class will help one complete the The skills acquired during class will help one complete the
ASE Certification Test in the area of A-1 Engine Repair. The ASE Certification Test in the areas of A-6 Electrical/Electronic
certificate is designed to prepare an individual for entry-level Systems and/or A-8 Engine Performance. The certificate is
employment as an Automotive Engine Repair Technician. designed to prepare an individual for entry-level employment
as an Electrical/Electronic Systems and/or a Fuel Injection
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Engine Repair, Systems Service/Repair Technician.
it is necessary to complete the following courses with a grade
of “C” or better: To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Fuel Injection
Systems, it is necessary to complete the following courses with
Required Courses Units a grade of “C” or better:
AUTO 101 Introduction to Automotive Service & Required Courses Units
Repair: Underhood Service................................3
AUTO 160 *Upper-End Engine Rebuilding AUTO 106 Automotive Electrical Tools
and Diagnostic Procedures.................................3
and Machining......................................................4 AUTO 110 *Introduction to Engine Diagnosis & Tune-Up.3
AUTO 170 *Lower-End Engine Rebuilding
and Machining .....................................................4 AUTO 128 *Fuel Injection Systems I........................................3
AUTO 138 *Fuel Injection Systems II......................................3
AUTO 190 Engine Blueprinting & Machining........................3 AUTO 150 *Engine Electrical Systems.....................................4
Units Required 14 Units Required 16
*Prerequisite *Prerequisite
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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
General Service Technician Safety, Comfort, and Convenience Systems
The courses required in this certificate compile a comprehen- The courses listed in this certificate compile a comprehensive
sive list of job-related skills needed to acquire general auto- list of job-related skills needed to enter the automotive field.
motive skills. The skills acquired during class will prepare an The skills acquired during class will help one complete the ASE
individual for entry-level employment as a light-duty service Certification Test in the areas of A-5 Brakes, A-6 Electrical/
technician such as a Lube Technician or positions with a fran- Electronic Systems, and A-7 Heating & Air Conditioning. The
chised repair facility. certificate is designed to prepare an individual for entry-
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in General Service level employment as an Electrical/Electronic Systems, Brakes
Technician, it is necessary to complete the following courses Systems, and/or a Heating & Air Conditioning Service/Repair
with a grade of “C” or better: Technician.
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Safety, Com-
Required Courses Units fort, and Convenience Systems, it is necessary to complete the
AUTO 101 Introduction to Automotive following courses with a grade of “C” or better:
Service and Repair: Underhood Service...........3
AUTO 103 Introduction to Automotive
Service and Repair: Undercar Service................3 Required Courses Units
AUTO 140 *Body and Chassis Electrical Systems..................4
AUTO 106 Automotive Electrical Tools AUTO 148 *Vehicle Safety, Comfort
and Diagnostics Procedures.........................................3 and Convenience Systems..................................3
AUTO 107 *Introduction to Automotive Light Service.........3 AUTO 211 *Antilock Brakes/Traction Control......................3
AUTO 240 *Heating and Air Conditioning.............................4
Units Required 12 Units Required 14
*Prerequisite *Prerequisite
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Transmission Service
The courses listed in this certificate compile a comprehensive
list of job-related skills needed to enter the automotive field.
The skills acquired during class will help one complete the ASE
Certification Test in the areas of A-2 Automatic Transmis-
sion/Transaxle and/or A-3 Manual Drive Train and Axles. The
certificate is designed to prepare an individual for entry-level
employment as an Automatic Transmission and/or Manual
Transmission Service/Repair Technician.
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Transmission
Service, it is necessary to complete the following courses with
a grade of “C” or better:
Required Courses Units
AUTO 103 Introduction to Automotive Service
and Repair: Undercar Service.............................3
AUTO 125 *Power Train System Service and
Transmission Diagnostics...................................4
AUTO 220 *Manual Drive Trains and Axles...........................4
AUTO 230 *Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...................4
Units Required 5
*Prerequisite
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BIOLOGY
DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS, SCIENCES, AND ENGINEERING
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
The Associate of Science degree in Biology prepares students Required Courses Units
who are intending to transfer to a four-year institution that BIOL 200 *Principles of Biology I
offers a baccalaureate degree in Biological Sciences. This degree (Molecular and Cellular Biology)......................5
provides for the completion of general lower-division course- BIOL 201 *Principles of Biology II
work associated with the requirements for a bachelor degree (Diversity and Ecology)......................................5
in biology, biochemistry, botany, ecology, forestry, zoology, CHEM 130 *General Chemistry I..............................................5
microbiology, medicine, etc. The degree is specifically designed CHEM 140 *General Chemistry II.............................................5
for students intending to transfer to a CSU or UC campus. MATH 190 or Calculus I..................................................................4
Students completing the degree will take specific courses in MATH 190H *Calculus I Honors..................................................4
chemistry, biology, physics and mathematics in addition to a MATH 191 or *Calculus II...............................................................4
general education preparation such as the CSU general educa- MATH 130 or *Statistics..................................................................4
tion plan or IGETC. MATH 130H *Statistics Honors....................................................4
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Biology, stu- PHY 150 or *General Physics I...................................................4
dents must complete the required major courses below with PHY 211 *Physics for Scientists and Engineers I.................4
a grade of “C” or better along with one of the following: Rio PHY 160 or *General Physics II..................................................4
Hondo College General Education and Proficiency require- PHY 213 *Physics for Scientists and Engineers III..............4
ments, California State University General Education Breadth
(CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Education Transfer Cur- Units Required 36
riculum (IGETC). *Prerequisite
• See assist.org for major preparation required for transfer to a
UC or CSU.
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BIOLOGY
DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS, SCIENCES, AND ENGINEERING
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY FOR TRANSFER
Required Courses Units
BIOL 200 *Principles of Biology I...........................................5
BIOL 201 *Principles of Biology II.........................................5
CHEM 130 *General Chemistry I..............................................5
CHEM 140 *General Chemistry II.............................................5
MATH 190 or *Calculus I.................................................................
MATH 190H *Calculus I Honors..................................................4
MATH 191 *Calculus II...............................................................4
PHY 150 or *General Physics I
Associate in Science in PHY 211 *Physics for Scientists and Engineers I.................4
Biology for Transfer PHY 160 or *General Physics II
PHY 213 *Physics for Scientists and Engineers III..............4
The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer (AS-T)
Degree is intended to meet the lower division requirements for Required Subtotal............................................................36
Biology majors (or similar majors) at a CSU campus that offers CSU GE for STEM Pattern or IGETC for STEM Pattern.... Varies
a Biology baccalaureate degree. Transferrable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
This degree provides for the completion of general lower-divi- Total Units Required 60
sion preparation associated with the requirements for a bach- * Prerequisite
elor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, botany, ecology, forestry,
zoology, microbiology, medicine, and other fields. It provides a
broad, comprehensive overview of the main areas of biological
science. The ability to critically think and use appropriate tools
to solve biological questions will be emphasized.
In addition to the courses listed below, the following addi-
tional requirements must be met for completion of the AS-T
Degree in Biology:
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all
CSU-transferable coursework (some majors may require a
higher GPA, students should consult with a counselor for
more information).
3. Completion of the 36 semester units in the major with a
grade of “C” or better.
4. Certified completion of the California State University
General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) for STEM pattern;
OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Cur-
riculum (IGETC) for STEM pattern.
Students are advised to check with the Counseling Department
or Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the Biology
major at the CSU where they seek transfer.
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
DIVISION OF BUSINESS
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
This is a transfer degree which allows students to fulfill lower Required Courses Units
division pre-business requirements for the California State ACCT 101 Financial Accounting..............................................4
University System. Students should work closely with coun- ACCT 102 *Managerial Accounting........................................4
selors to select the appropriate math course and other lower BUSL 110 Legal Environment of Business.............................3
division courses which are required by the four-year college of CIT 101 Introduction to Computer Information
their choice. Technology...........................................................3
To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in Business Admin- ECON 101 or *Principles of Macroeconomics............................3
istration, students must complete the required major courses ECON 101H *Principles of Macroeconomics Honors..............3
below with a grade of “C” or better along with one of the fol- ECON 102 or *Principles of Microeconomics.............................3
lowing: Rio Hondo College General Education and Proficiency ECON 102 H *Principles of Microeconomics Honors...............3
requirements, California State University General Education MATH 130 or *Statistics..................................................................4
Breadth (CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Education MATH 130H or *Statistics Honors................................................4
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). MATH 170 *Elements of Calculus.............................................4
Units Required 24
*Prerequisite
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
DIVISION OF BUSINESS
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FOR TRANSFER
Required Courses Units
ACCT 101 Financial Accounting..............................................4
ACCT 102 *Managerial Accounting........................................4
BUSL 110 Legal Environment of Business.............................3
ECON 101 or *Principles of Macroeconomics............................3
ECON 101H *Principles of Macroeconomics Honors
ECON 102 or *Principles of Microeconomics.............................3
ECON 102H *Principles of Microeconomics Honors
Associate in Science in
Business Administration for Transfer Select One:
MATH 130 or *Statistics..................................................................4
The Associate in Science in Business Administration for MATH 130H *Statistics Honors
Transfer (AS-T) Degree is intended to meet the lower division MATH 170 *Elements of Calculus.............................................4
requirements for business majors (or similar majors) at a CSU
campus that offers a business baccalaureate degree. Select Two: Introduction to Computer Information
CIT 101
This degree program will help students develop the analyti- Technology...........................................................3
cal, communication, and critical thinking skills necessary to MATH 130 or *Statistics (if not taken above)...............................4
succeed as a business major. Business Administration prepares MATH 130H *Statistics Honors (if not taken above).................4
students for careers in accounting, finance, management, mar- MATH 170 *Elements of Calculus (if not taken above).........4
keting, information technologies and many others. MGMT 101 Introduction to Business........................................3
MGMT 208 *Business Communications...................................3
Students should work closely with counselors to select the
appropriate math courses and other lower division courses Required Subtotal...................................................... 27-28
which are required by the four-year college of their choice. CSU GE or IGETC Pattern....................................................... Varies
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
In addition to the courses listed below, the following addi-
tional requirements must be met for completion of the AS-T Degree Total 60
Degree in Business Administration: *Prerequisite
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all
CSU-transferable coursework. (Some majors may require
a higher GPA. Students should consult with a counselor
for more information.)
3. Completion of the 27-28 semester units in the major with
a grade of “C” or better.
4. Certified completion of the California State University
General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) pattern; OR the
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
(IGETC) pattern.
Students are advised to check with the Counseling Department
or Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the Business
Administration major at the CSU where they seek transfer.
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BUSINESS/MANAGEMENT
AND SUPERVISION
DIVISION OF BUSINESS
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Management and Supervision
This curriculum is designed for those students who desire
the education and training for a business career at the man- This Certificate of Achievement is designed for the student
agement level in many of the following areas: production, interested in management or supervisory positions leading to
materials management and handling, marketing, supervision, careers in business management. The Certificate of Achieve-
transportation, and operations management. A general core ment can be used to upgrade leadership skills and develop
of knowledge aims to equip students with sound foundations organizational skills which can lead to advancement in areas
upon which the student may develop management and super- such as operations management, transportation, marketing,
vision abilities through advanced student and job experience. materials management, and related fields.
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Management
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Management and Supervision, it is necessary to complete the following
and Supervision, students must complete the required major courses:
courses below with a grade of “C” or better along with one
of the following: Rio Hondo College General Education and Required Courses Units
Proficiency requirements, California State University General BUSL 110 Legal Environment of Business.............................3
Education Breadth (CSU GE), or Intersegmental General Edu- MGMT 101 Introduction to Business........................................3
cation Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).
Required Courses Units MGMT 105 Supervision...............................................................3
BUSL 110 Legal Environment of Business.............................3
MGMT 101 Introduction to Business........................................3 MGMT 120 Human Relations in Business................................3
MGMT 146 Human Resources Management...........................3
MGMT 105 Supervision...............................................................3 MGMT 150 Principles of Management.....................................3
MGMT 120 Human Relations in Business................................3 MRKT 170 Principles of Marketing..........................................3
MGMT 146 Human Resources Management...........................3
MGMT 150 Principles of Management.....................................3
MRKT 170 Principles of Marketing..........................................3 Choose one of the following:
CIT 101 Introduction to Computer Information
Technology...........................................................3
Choose one of the following: MGMT 125 Managerial Computer Applications.....................3
CIT 101 Introduction to Computer Information
Technology...........................................................3
MGMT 125 Managerial Computer Applications.....................3 Choose one of the following:
MGMT 108 Business Writing.....................................................3
Choose one of the following: MGMT 208 *Business Communications...................................3
MGMT 108 Business Writing.......................................... 3 Units Required 27
MGMT 208 *Business Communications........................ 3 *Prerequisite
Units Required 27
*Prerequisite
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