College of Alameda
Associate degree
Accounting | |
The AA degree in Accounting is designed to qualify students for employment in accounting and/or to provide a foundation for those students wishing to transfer to a four-year institution with a major in Accounting or Business Administration.
The AA degree will be awarded upon satisfactory completion... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
African-American Studies | |
The mission of the African-American Studies Department is to instruct students in the culture and history of the African-American people, to promote better communication and understanding among the peoples of our diverse society.
To earn an AA degree in African-American Studies, you must complete six... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Airframe | |
The Aviation Maintenance Technology program provides the opportunity for students to qualify for the Airframe and Powerplant license as issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) upon satisfactory completion of required coursework and successful passage of the FAA examinations.
The AS degree... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Anthropology | |
The AA degree in Anthropology will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree.
Degree Major Requirements:
ANTHR 1 Introduction to Physical Anthropology (3)
ANTHR 2 Introduction to Archaeology/Prehistory... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Apparel Design and Merchandising | |
The ADAM program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the apparel industry. The AA degree in Apparel
Design and Merchandising will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Art | |
The AA degree in Art will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree.
Degree Major Requirements:
ART 1 Introduction to Art History (3)
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ART 122 World Art (3) 3
ART 20 Beginning Drawing... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Astronomy | |
Student Learning Objectives
1. Differentiate between planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe in terms of scale.
2. Explain and discuss basic astronomical phenomena, including the seasons, the phases of the Moon, eclipses, and planetary motion.
3. Explain and discuss the origin, development,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Auto Body and Paint | |
The Auto Body and Paint program prepares students to enter the job market as trained and qualified technicians, and allows students to continue toward a Baccalaureate degree in advanced schools of technology, as teachers or to broaden their skills in management, design or business. Lecture and laboratory... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Automotive Technology | |
The Automotive Technology curriculum is designed to prepare students for employment as apprentice auto mechanics or to allow students to continue toward a Baccalaureate degree in other advanced schools of technology in preparation for future management and teaching careers in the automotive industry.
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Biology | |
Our courses include general biology, ecology, human anatomy, human physiology, human sexuality, and nutrition. Most of the courses include labs.
You can earn an Associate in Science Degree in biology by completing the six required courses in biology, chemistry and physics (30 units), at least 22 units... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Business Administration | |
The AA degree in Business Administration is designed to provide business students with the necessary foundation to transfer to a four-year institution.
The AA degree will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Chemistry | |
Chemistry addresses the fundamental nature of substances and changes that substances undergo.
What is caffeine? How does caffeine affect your brain? How can we detect caffeine and determine how much is in coffee, tea, or your blood? What chemical reactions can be carried out to synthesize caffeine in... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Chinese | |
The mission of the Chinese Department is to instruct students in the language, culture and history of the Chinese-speaking people, to promote better communication and understanding among the peoples of our diverse society. |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Communication | |
Communication (COMM) is a new department designation. Communication classes were formerly listed under the Speech (SPCH) department heading.
The mission of the Communication Department is to empower students from diverse communities with the essential tools, resources, and vision to strive to become... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Computer Information Systems | |
The Computer Information Systems (CIS) program prepares students for entry level business positions requiring the use of computer applications, and will qualify students in the use of word processing, spreadsheet and database management applications. More advanced students may enroll in telecommunications... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Dental Assisting | |
This full-time curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of the American Dental Association Council on Dental Education for Dental Assistants. The program includes lecture and laboratory practice in the classroom. Clinical experience is required in the dental clinics of the University of California... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Diesel Mechanics | |
The Diesel Mechanics program in heavy duty truck and diesel mechanics prepares students to enter the job market as beginning mechanics or apprentices in this field, and allows students to continue their education toward the Baccalaureate degree in advanced schools of technology or as teachers in this... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
English | |
The AA degree in English will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree.
Degree Major Requirements:
ENGL 1A - Composition and Reading (4)
ENGL 1B - Composition and Reading (4)
Select... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Geography | |
The AA degree in Geography will be awarded upon completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees.
Degree Major Requirements:
GEOG 1 Physical Geography (3)
GEOG 1L Physical Geography Laboratory (1)
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Geology | |
3 units: 3 hours lecture (GR/CR/NC)
Acceptable for credit: CSU, UC
Survey of structure and materials that compose the outer portions of earth and geologic processes responsible for sculpturing the earth: Nature and role of rocks and minerals; dynamics of volcanism, earthquakes, place tectonics, continental... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
German | |
The mission of the German Department is to instruct students in the language, culture, and history of the German-speaking people, to promote better communication and understanding among the peoples of the world. |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
History | |
Mission Statement
College of Alameda History Department‘s mission is to meet the educational needs of its community by providing comprehensive and flexible courses which will enable students to transfer to four-year institutions, earn degrees and certificates in selected academic and occupational fields,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Humanities | |
The AA degree in Humanities will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees.
Degree Major Requirements:
HUMAN 1 Introduction to Humanities 3
Select two courses (6... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Mathmatics | |
The AS degree in Mathematics will be awarded upon completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Science Degree listed in the Degrees.
Degree Major Requirements:
MATH 3A Calculus I (5)
MATH 3B Calculus II (5)
MATH 3C Calculus III... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Mexican and Latin-American Studies | |
The AA degree in Mexican and Latin-American Studies will be awarded upon completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees.
Degree Major Requirements:
HIST 5 History of Mexico 3
HIST 8A History of Latin-American... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Music | |
The mission of College of Alameda's Music Department is to enrich and empower students to better comprehend and appreciate the richness of cultural diversity expressed through music.
To this end the Department offers courses in music theory and performance as well as an introduction to appreciation... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Office Administration | |
The AA degree will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree.
Degree Major Requirements:
FIRST SEMESTER
BUS 230D-F Beginning Keyboarding 1
BUS 225 The Professional Office Environment... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Philosophy | |
The AA degree in Philosophy will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements listed below and the General Education requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees.
Degree Major Requirements:
PHIL 10 Logic (3)
PHIL 20A History of Philosophy (3)
PHIL... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Physics | |
In the Physics Department at the College of Alameda, conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and laboratory exercises are well-integrated in the curriculum. You will spend time working with other students in class, discussing physics concepts and solving problems together.
Physics 4A is offered... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Political Science
American Government and Politics | |
’Political Science“ is the study of politics using the skills of social scientific inquiry. Politics is about power in relationships and the operation of human society. Inquiry into politics then explores the exercise of power in its myriad forms and consequences for people as individuals, in groups,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Political Science
Area Studies | |
’Political Science“ is the study of politics using the skills of social scientific inquiry. Politics is about power in relationships and the operation of human society. Inquiry into politics then explores the exercise of power in its myriad forms and consequences for people as individuals, in groups,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Political Science
Comparative Politics | |
’Political Science“ is the study of politics using the skills of social scientific inquiry. Politics is about power in relationships and the operation of human society. Inquiry into politics then explores the exercise of power in its myriad forms and consequences for people as individuals, in groups,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Political Science
Formal Theory and Methodology | |
’Political Science“ is the study of politics using the skills of social scientific inquiry. Politics is about power in relationships and the operation of human society. Inquiry into politics then explores the exercise of power in its myriad forms and consequences for people as individuals, in groups,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Political Science
International Relations | |
’Political Science“ is the study of politics using the skills of social scientific inquiry. Politics is about power in relationships and the operation of human society. Inquiry into politics then explores the exercise of power in its myriad forms and consequences for people as individuals, in groups,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Political Science
Political Behavior | |
’Political Science“ is the study of politics using the skills of social scientific inquiry. Politics is about power in relationships and the operation of human society. Inquiry into politics then explores the exercise of power in its myriad forms and consequences for people as individuals, in groups,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Political Science
Political Theory/Philosophy | |
’Political Science“ is the study of politics using the skills of social scientific inquiry. Politics is about power in relationships and the operation of human society. Inquiry into politics then explores the exercise of power in its myriad forms and consequences for people as individuals, in groups,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Political Science
Public Law and Jurisprudence | |
’Political Science“ is the study of politics using the skills of social scientific inquiry. Politics is about power in relationships and the operation of human society. Inquiry into politics then explores the exercise of power in its myriad forms and consequences for people as individuals, in groups,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Political Science
Public Organization, Administration, and Policy | |
’Political Science“ is the study of politics using the skills of social scientific inquiry. Politics is about power in relationships and the operation of human society. Inquiry into politics then explores the exercise of power in its myriad forms and consequences for people as individuals, in groups,... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Powerplant | |
The Aviation Maintenance Technology program provides the opportunity for students to qualify for the Airframe and Powerplant license as issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) upon satisfactory completion of required coursework and successful passage of the FAA examinations.
The AS degree... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Psychology | |
The mission of the psychology department is to:
Communicate the scientific rigor and personal relevance of psychology
Show how classic psychological studies set the stage for today‘s research
Clearly explain psychological concepts and how they are linked
Encourage and model both critical and scientific... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Public Administration | |
Public Administration is the application of Politics in the administration of society‘s vision of itself as a society. This is called ’governance“ which includes not only the government (public sector) but also the market place (the private sector) and private life (the social sector). All the power... |
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College of Alameda
Associate degree
Sociology | |
What is sociology and what do sociologists do?
Sociology is the study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior using the methods of social science. Sociologists investigate the structure of groups, organizations, and societies, and how people interact within... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Airframe | |
There is an evening program for the Airframe certificates in which each class is a nine-week course offered five nights a week. There is a lecture course and a laboratory course offered each night. By enrolling in both courses the student may complete the program in two years. If the student has a time... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Auto Body and Paint | |
The Auto Body and Paint program prepares students to enter the job market as trained and qualified technicians, and allows students to continue toward a Baccalaureate degree in advanced schools of technology, as teachers or to broaden their skills in management, design or business. Lecture and laboratory... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Computer Applications | |
Students completing the following required courses will be eligible for the Certificate of Proficiency. Confer with a counselor or division dean concerning the specific pattern of requirements for this program.
Computer Applications - Weekend
Computer College Certificate of Proficiency
CIS 223A ... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Dental Assisting | |
This full-time curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of the American Dental Association Council on Dental Education for Dental Assistants. The program includes lecture and laboratory practice in the classroom. Clinical experience is required in the dental clinics of the University of California... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Desktop Support Technician | |
Desktop Support Technician Certificate of Proficiency
CIS 1 Intro to CIS (4)
CIS 201 Intro to Computer Hardware (4)
CIS 226A Desktop Support Tech I (4)
CIS 226B Desktop Support Tech II (3)
CIS 239 Help Desk Tools & Techniques (2)
Total required units: 17... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Light- Duty Auto Repair | |
Students completing the following required courses will be eligible for the Certificate of Achievement in Light- Duty Auto Repair. Confer with a counselor or division dean concerning the specific pattern of requirements for this program.
Certificate of Achievement Requirements:
ATECH 22 Introduction... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Networking Administration | |
Networking Administration Certificate of Proficiency
CIS 1 Intro to CIS (4)
CIS 201 Intro to Computer Hardware (4)
CIS 73 Networking Concepts (4)
CIS 74B Network Administration: Windows 2000 (4)
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CIS 69 Windows Network Administration (4)
Total required... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Powerplant | |
There is an evening program for the Powerplant certificates in which each class is a nine-week course offered five nights a week. There is a lecture course and a laboratory course offered each night. By enrolling in both courses the student may complete the program in two years. If the student has a... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Programming | |
Programming Certificate of Proficiency
CIS 6 Introduction to Programming (5)
CIS 26 C Programming (4)
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CIS 25 Object Oriented Programming Using C++ (4)
CIS 36A Java Programming Language I (4)
CIS 47 Visual Basic Programming (4)
Total required units: 17... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Web Publishing | |
Web Publishing Certificate of Proficiency
CIS 233 Intro to the Internet (2)
CIS 234A World Wide Web Publishing I (2)
CIS 234B World Wide Web Publishing II (2)
CIS 234D Web Authoring (2)
CIS 234E Creating an E-Commerce Web Site (2)
Total required units: 10... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Accounting | |
The certificate in Accounting is designed to qualify students for employment in accounting and/or to provide a foundation for those students wishing to transfer to a four-year institution with a major in Accounting or Business Administration.
The Certificate of Completion is designed to qualify a student... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Apparel Design and Merchandising | |
The ADAM program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the apparel industry. A student who successfully completes the requirements listed below will be eligible for a Certificate of Completion in Apparel Design and Merchandising.
During the first week of instruction, students... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Automotive Technology | |
The Automotive Technology curriculum is designed to prepare students for employment as apprentice auto mechanics or to allow students to continue toward a Baccalaureate degree in other advanced schools of technology in preparation for future management and teaching careers in the automotive industry.
... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Diesel Mechanics | |
The Diesel Mechanics program in heavy duty truck and diesel mechanics prepares students to enter the job market as beginning mechanics or apprentices in this field, and allows students to continue their education toward the Baccalaureate degree in advanced schools of technology or as teachers in this... |
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College of Alameda
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Office Administration | |
The suggested sequence of courses required for the Certificate of Completion is listed below.
Certificate Requirements:
FIRST SEMESTER
BUS 230D-F Beginning Keyboarding 1
BUS 225 The Professional Office Environment 3
BUS 207C Business Communications in the 2
Modern Office
BUS 211A Business Success Strategies... |
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