Ethnic Studies (ES)

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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.

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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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ES-001
Introduction to Ethnic Studies
Credit(s) 3

Introduction to Ethnic Studies
ES 001 examines social justice movements in relation to ethnic and racial groups in the United States to provide a basis for a better understanding of the socio-economic, cultural, and political conditions among key social groups. The course provides an Interdisciplinary study of race, and ethnicity, in the United States. Emphasis is placed on Native Americans, African Americans, Chicana/o/@/e/x, and Asian Americans.

Class Hours:: 54 Lecture
Transfers to:: UC/CSU
C-ID:: SJS 110