Interdisciplinary Studies (IS)

General Course Information

Course Classification

Courses numbered 1-49 — are baccalaureate level (transfer) courses. Courses thus numbered are transferable to four- year institutions. Agriculture courses are designed to parallel the work taught in similar courses at California Polytechnic State University or at California State University, Fresno but may not carry the same number.

Courses numbered 50-99 — are associate degree level courses. Courses thus numbered are primarily for the student who does not plan to continue his/her education beyond the community college level; however, occupational education courses may transfer according to articulation agreements. Complete information on articulation is available through the Counseling Center.

Courses Numbered 100-201 — are non-transfer and are non-degree applicable; they are skill building or remedial.

Abbreviations for Degree, Non-Degree, and Transfer Courses

The following abbreviations designate degree applicable, transfer, and non-degree applicable courses:
(AA) Associate Degree
(CSU) Transferable to California State University System
(UC) Transferable to University of California System
(NDA) Non-Degree Applicable

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IS-001
College Success
Credit(s) 3

IS 001 is a course which assists students in obtaining skills and knowledge necessary to reach their educational, career and life objectives. Topics to be covered include orientation to college, motivation, memory development, physiological wellbeing, study skills/techniques, career-life planning, and financial literacy, and skills for dealing with personal issues, interpersonal relationships in addition to other life challenges that students encounter throughout the various stages of their life.

Class Hours:: 54 Lecture
P/NP
Transfers to:: UC/CSU

IS-002
Career Planning
Credit(s) 1

IS 002 examines the career development process and teaches students a quantifiable decision-making process that will help them identify and plan for their career/life planning and educational goals. The course focuses on self and career exploration, as well as identifying an educational pathway to achieve desired professional goals. Students will identify their interests, values, skills, and personality types as they relate to career/life planning and educational goals.

Class Hours:: 18 Lecture
Advisory(s):: ENG 110B
P/NP
Transfers to:: UC/CSU

IS-020
Ensuring Transfer Success
Credit(s) 1

IS 020 provides in-depth information and assistance with the transfer process from community college to 4-year colleges/universities. Given their academic and career objective, students will explore transfer requirements through active participation in research and planning. Lower-division major and general education requirements, college/university selection, admission procedures, application deadlines, financial aid and scholarship information will be covered.

Class Hours:: 18 Lecture
Transfers to:: UC/CSU

IS-051
Portfolio Development
Credit(s) 1

IS 051 prepares students for the opportunity to earn college WHCC course credit for prior learning acquired through on-the-job training, independent study, or volunteer and personal experiences. Students reflect on their learning experiences and develop a portfolio to showcase their learning and mastery of the material.

Class Hours:: 18 Lecture
P/NP

IS-053
Job Readiness
Credit(s) 2

IS 053 examines the employment process and teaches students to successfully apply and compete for legitimate and viable jobs. Professional resume, cover letter, and interview skills are mastered. The evaluation of job-seeker expectations and responsibilities as well as employer-anticipated 21st-century employability/core skills enhance students ability to acquire a job, remain employed, and further their careers.

Class Hours:: 36 Lecture