Interdisciplinary Courses

Interdisciplinary courses are the cooperative product of a number of instructors (usually from different departments and disciplines) in an effort to look at a unique topic from various academic and/or experiential backgrounds.

Int. 001: The Environment and the Human Impact

Designed to provide the student with theoretical and practical understanding of the principles of ecology, the complexities of technology, and the contemporary problems of the environment on both a local and global level. Lecture/discussion and films in the areas of population, technology, environmental restoration, land use, energy, pollution, and world hunger, as well as the basic concepts, economics, politics, poetry, literature, and philosophy of ecology.
Units: 3

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Int. 006: The Sierra Nevada

The Sierra Nevada is a course that closely examines the myriad features that make the Sierra unique. The course examines this California bioregion from many perspectives: natural history, history, politics, philosophy, management, economics, and inspiration (art, photography, poetry).

Guest lecturers and specialists join in this integrated study of the Sierra Nevada including its physical attributes, geological characteristics, origin and development, flora and fauna, water resources, historical and economic significance, and influences on literature, art, and culture. This course includes contemporary environmental, economic, and management issues in the Sierra. The public is invited to attend even if they are not enrolled in the course.

Topics include Sierra history and natural history (geology, glaciology, climatology, fauna and flora), Native Americans, forest management, protection and conservation, sustainable economics and artistic impressions, among many others.

Int. 010: Museum Methods

Purpose, techniques and activities of museum operations. Museum goals and themes; collection acquisition, preparation, preservation, and reproduction for research, exhibition, and storage; exhibit design, implementation, and interpretation; signage, documentation, announcements and publicity. Includes natural history or art.
Units: 2
Instructor: Kim Stevens
Campus: Rocklin
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Int. 011: Life in the Universe

Study of the emerging discipline of astrobiology. Designed for science and non-science majors. Relevant principles of biology, astronomy, and earth science used in searching for life in the universe. Includes cultural and philosophical aspects of life existing elsewhere in the universe.
Units: 3
Instructor: C. Pullen
Campus: Rocklin
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DIVISION OFFICE: V 211
LIAISON COUNSELORS: T. Maddux, V. Skeels