Associate in Science for Transfer Degree in Public Health Science
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Total Units: 61 - 65
Term 1
17 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| ALH 3: Introduction to Public Health | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course provides an introduction to the discipline of Public Health. Students will gain an understanding of the basic concepts and terminologies of public health, and the history and accomplishments of public health officials and agencies. An overview of the functions of various public health professions and institutions, and an in-depth examination of the core public health disciplines is covered. Topics of the discipline include the epidemiology of infectious and chronic disease; prevention and control of diseases in the community including the analysis of the social determinants of health and strategies for eliminating disease, illness and health disparities among various populations; community organizing and health promotion programming; environmental health and safety; global health; and healthcare policy and management. (C-ID PHS 101). |
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| BIOL 1: Introduction to Biology | 4.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 4.00
This course is an introduction to the basic principles of biology, focusing on the flow of genetic information through cells and generations and the flow of energy through cells and ecosystems. Topics include processes of science, cell structure and function, genetics, molecular biology, evolution, ecology, and a survey of the diversity of life. An emphasis is placed on the critical analysis of current biological issues, including threats to biodiversity and applications of biotechnology in agriculture and medicine. |
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| Required core (Select one) | 4.00 | ||
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| HLTH 2: Health and Wellness | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course focuses on the exploration of major health issues and behaviors in the various dimensions of health. Emphasis is placed on individual responsibility for personal health and the promotion of informed, positive health behaviors. Topics include nutrition, exercise, weight control, mental health, stress management, violence, substance abuse, reproductive health, disease prevention, aging, healthcare, and environmental hazards and safety. Graded only. (C-ID PHS 100) |
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| PSY 1: Principles of Psychology | 3.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 3.00
This course provides an introduction to the principles of psychology by surveying the basic theories, concepts and research in the science of human behavior and cognitive processes. Topics include the science of psychology, the biological bases of behavior, ethics, sensation and perception, learning and memory, development, cognition, motivation and emotion, sexuality and gender, stress and health, personality, social psychology, psychological disorders and therapies, and applied psychology. (C-ID PSY 110). |
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Term 2
18.00 - 19.00 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| English Composition (Select One) | 4.00 | ||
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| Required core (Select one) | 5.00 | ||
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| CSU Area A1 Choice (Select One) | 3.00 | ||
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| CSU Area C1 Choice (Select One) | 3.00 | ||
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| CSU Area C2 Choice (Select One) | 3.00 - 4.00 | ||
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Term 3
13.00 - 15.00 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| BIOL 20: Human Anatomy | 4.00 | ||
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Unit(s): 4.00
Structural organization of the human body: gross and microscopic structure of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems, from cellular to organ system levels of organization. This course is primarily intended for nursing, allied health, kinesiology, and other health related majors. (C-ID BIOL 110B). |
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| List A: Select one | 3.00 - 5.00 | ||
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| CSU Area A3 Choice (Select One) | 3.00 | ||
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| Elective (any course numbered 1-99) | 3.00 | ||
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Term 4
13.00 - 14.00 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.| Course Name | Units | Notes | |
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| CSU Area F Choice (Select One) | 3.00 | ||
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| CSU Area C1 or C2 Choice (Select One) | 3.00 - 4.00 | ||
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| BIOL 21: Human Physiology | 4.00 | ||
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Prerequisite(s): BIOL 20 and CHEM 1 or CHEM 51 Study of the physiological principles, function, integration and homeostasis of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, organ system and organism level: integumentary system, bone, skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscles, nervous system, sensory organs, cardiovascular system, lymphatic and immune systems, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system, endocrine system, and reproductive system. This course is primarily intended for Nursing, Allied Health, Kinesiology, and other health related majors. (C-ID BIOL 120B). |
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| CSU Area D Choice or Elective (Select One) | 3.00 | Area D course if List A choice was not ECON 2, ECON 4, SOC 2, CMST 10, or ANTH 4 | |
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