Fall 2024 Classes

AHIS 10, Western Art History 1 • 3 units.  

• Transfer: UC, CSU.
• IGETC AREA 3A (Arts).
• Satisfies Global Citizenship.
• C-ID: ARTH 110.
• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.
• Formerly ART 1.

A survey of the chronological development of Western art from the Stone Age to the Gothic Period with emphasis on the cultural, political, and social factors that influenced this evolution. This includes: Near-Eastern, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Romanesque and Gothic art and architecture.

Course Number: 1083  Time: 1 - 4 p.m. TLocation: MALBU 202Instructor: Mace J Y

Course Number:    Time: ARRANGE-1.5 HoursLocation:  Instructor:   Section 1083 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 17 to Dec 03, and is a hybrid class taught online via the Internet and at the Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu CA 90265. Please be advised that the distance between the Main SMC Campus and the Malibu Campus is approximately 15 miles. Please plan your schedule to accommodate travel time, which will vary depending on time of day and mode of transportation. For additional information, go to smc.edu/OnlineEd.

ART 10A, Design 1 • 3 units.

• Transfer: UC, CSU.

This is an introductory course in the theory and application of the elements of 2-D design. Assignments will focus on the following design principles: line, value, form, scale, light, logic, space, depth, texture, pattern, composition and color theory. This course is required for all art majors.

Course Number: 1197  Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. WLocation: MALBU 220Instructor: Badger C P

Course Number:    Time: ARRANGE-4.5 HoursLocation:  Instructor:   Section 1197 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 18 to Dec 04, and is a hybrid class taught online via the Internet and at the Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu CA 90265. Please be advised that the distance between the Main SMC Campus and the Malibu Campus is approximately 15 miles. Please plan your schedule to accommodate travel time, which will vary depending on time of day and mode of transportation. For additional information, go to smc.edu/OnlineEd.

ART 10C, Digital Media • 3 units.

• Transfer: UC, CSU.
• Advisory: ART 10A.

This course is a continuation of the theory and application of the principles and elements of fine art and design on the computer. Introducing the basics of computer operation for digital imaging applications, scanner technologies, and learning how to apply visual design concepts with digital media. This course serves as preparation for further study in the computer arts by providing an overview of theoretical issues related to the use of computers in fine art disciplines. Studio projects focus on integrating visual design principles with digital imaging technology and personal expression.

Course Number: 1203  Time: 12:45 - 3:30 p.m. WLocation: MALBU 203Instructor: Badger C P

Course Number:    Time: ARRANGE-4.5 HoursLocation:  Instructor:   Section 1203 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 18 to Dec 04, and is a hybrid class taught online via the Internet and at the Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu CA 90265. Please be advised that the distance between the Main SMC Campus and the Malibu Campus is approximately 15 miles. Please plan your schedule to accommodate travel time, which will vary depending on time of day and mode of transportation. For additional information, go to smc.edu/OnlineEd. Close

ART 20A, Drawing 1 - Introduction to Drawing • 3 units.

• Transfer: UC, CSU.
• C-ID: ARTS 110.

This fundamental course is focused on representational drawing and composition using various black and white media. Introduction to principles, elements, and practices of drawing, employing a wide range of subject matter and drawing media. Focus on perceptually based drawing, observational skills, technical abilities, and creative responses to materials and subject matter.

Course Number: 1215  Time: 12:45 - 2:50 p.m. TLocation: MALBU 220Instructor: Vicich G M

Course Number:    Time: ARRANGE-3 HoursLocation:  Instructor:   Section 1215 is a hybrid class taught online via the Internet and at the Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu CA 90265. Please be advised that the distance between the Main SMC Campus and the Malibu Campus is approximately 15 miles. Please plan your schedule to accommodate travel time, which will vary depending on time of day and mode of transportation. For additional information, go to smc.edu/OnlineEd.

ART 31, Beginning Painting • 3 units.

• Transfer: UC, CSU.
• Advisory: ART 10A and ART 20A.

This an introductory course in oil painting. This course will emphasize building a foundation for executing and understanding paintings with coursework focusing on the use and application of painting materials, composition, and theory.

Course Number: 1236  Time: 12 - 5:05 p.m. FLocation: MALBU 220Instructor: ZArcone J

ART 32, Intermediate Painting • 3 units.

• Transfer: UC, CSU.
• Advisory: ART 10A and ART 20A.

This course is an intermediate course in painting with a variety of types of subject matter. This course will emphasize the further use of oil paint or acrylic.

Course Number: 1238  Time: 12 - 5:05 p.m. FLocation: MALBU 220Instructor: ZArcone J

ASTRON 3, Stellar Astronomy • 4 units.

• Transfer: UC*, CSU.
• IGETC AREA 5A (Physical Sciences, + LAB).
• *Maximum credit allowed for ASTRON 1 and ASTRON 3 is one course (4 units).

This survey course covers the same material as Astronomy 1, but includes a laboratory section covering hands-on astronomical activities. The laboratory portion includes observations of the sky, computer simulations, the construction of simple astronomical instruments and analyzing publicly available astronomical data from the internet.

Course Number: 4028  Time: 5:45 - 8:50 p.m. ThLocation: MALBU 203Instructor: Arias Young T

Course Number:    Time: ARRANGE-3 HoursLocation:  Instructor:   Section 4028 is a hybrid class taught online via the Internet and at the Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu CA 90265. Please be advised that the distance between the Main SMC Campus and the Malibu Campus is approximately 15 miles. Please plan your schedule to accommodate travel time, which will vary depending on time of day and mode of transportation. For additional information, go to smc.edu/OnlineEd.  

COM ST 11, Elements of Public Speaking • 3 units.

• Transfer: UC, CSU.
• IGETC AREA 1C (Oral Communication)
• C-ID: COMM 110.
• Formerly SPEECH 1.

This is a course in public speaking for students learning to prepare and deliver platform speeches. Assignments include speeches of description, exposition, and persuasion. Techniques for controlling tension, building self-confidence, and effective listening are emphasized.

Course Number: 1489  Time: 8 - 9:20 a.m. T/ThLocation: MALBU 119Instructor: Menjivar M I

COUNS 20, Student Success Seminar • 3 units.

• Transfer: UC*, CSU.
• *Maximum UC credit allowed for COUNS 12 and COUNS 20 is 3 units

This course provides an exploration of intellectual, psychological, social and physical factors that impact lifelong learning, well-being and success. Topics include motivation and self-efficacy; critical thinking, academic integrity and active study strategies; health issues and lifestyle choices; relating to others as a global citizen; written and oral communication; time management; career exploration; and educational planning.

Course Number: 1669  Time: 11:15 a.m. - 12:35 p.m. MWLocation: MALBU 118Instructor: Rodriguez Luper I A

DANCE 19A, Beginning Ballroom Dance • 2 units.

• Transfer: UC*, CSU.

This course provides students with the opportunity to learn various social dance forms. It is designed for students with no dance experience as well as experienced dance students seeking an introduction to social dance. Examples of dance forms that may be included are: Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango, Swing, Rumba, Cha Cha and Samba. The course will explore differences and similarities between styles and techniques while developing coordination and partnering skills. Study of the dance forms in their historical and cultural contexts and development of individual choreography will enhance the student's knowledge of each form and encourage creativity.

Attendance of dance productions for which students must purchase tickets (see smc.edu/dance) is required along with written assignments.

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Course Number: 4063  Time: 6:45 - 8:50 p.m. TThLocation: MALBU 103Instructor: Aybay Owens S

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ENGL 1, Reading and Composition 1 • 3 units.

• Transfer: UC, CSU.
• IGETC AREA 1A (English Composition)
• Prerequisite: ENGL 21B or ENGL 22, ESL 21B or Group A on the Placement Test.

This introductory course in rhetoric emphasizes clear, effective written communication and preparation of the research paper.

Course Number: 1932  Time: 9:30 - 10:50 a.m. MWLocation: MALBU 119Instructor: MEIR N K

ENGL 2, Critical Analysis and Intermediate Composition • 3 units.

• Transfer:  UC, CSU.
• C-ID: ENGL 105.
• IGETC AREA 1B (English Composition- Critical Thinking) or 3B (Humanities)
• Prerequisite: English 1.

This course helps students to develop their critical thinking and writing skills beyond the level achieved in Reading and Composition 1. The course emphasizes the application of logical reasoning, analysis, and strategies of argumentation in critical thinking and writing, using literature (both fiction and non-fiction) and literary criticism as subject matter.

Course Number: 2073  Time: 11:15 a.m. - 12:35 p.m. MWLocation: MALBU 119Instructor: MEIR N K

FILM 1, Film Appreciation: Introduction to Cinema • 3 units.

• Transfer:  UC, CSU.
• IGETC Area 3A (Arts)
• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.
• Formerly Cinema 9.

This course will introduce the art, technology, language, and appreciation of film, exploring the varieties of film experience, film and the other arts, and the ways of viewing. Students will learn about the basic cinematic techniques and structures, including mise-en-scene and montage, use of cinematic time and space, the image, soundtrack, and the script. Consideration will also be given to analyzing the fundamentals of film production, directing, acting, and editing; how the elements of the production process are analyzed separately, then brought together to show how they create the emotional and intellectual impact of the film experience. Film examples will be screened in class.

This course is intended as a beginning course to introduce students to cinema.

Course Number: 2271 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 1:35 p.m. W Location: MALBU 202Instructor: Conley T

HIST 1, History of Western Civilization • 3 units.

• Transfer: UC, CSU.
• IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities)
• C-ID: HIST 170.
• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the development of Western Civilization from its beginnings in the valleys of the Tigris-Euphrates and Nile Rivers to Europe of the 16th century. It addresses cultures of the Near East, Greece, and Rome; the medieval period; the Renaissance; and the Reformation, introducing the social, economic, political, intellectual, and artistic transformations that shaped what came to be known as the West.

Course Number: 2355 Time: 11:15 a.m. - 12:35 p.m. ThLocation: MALBU 202Instructor: Simon R

Course Number:   Time: ARRANGE-1.5 HoursLocation:  Instructor:   Section 2355 is a hybrid class taught online via the Internet and at the Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu CA 90265. Please be advised that the distance between the Main SMC Campus and the Malibu Campus is approximately 15 miles. Please plan your schedule to accommodate travel time, which will vary depending on time of day and mode of transportation. For additional information, go to smc.edu/OnlineEd.

HIST 11, United States History through Reconstruction • 3 units.

• Transfer: UC, CSU.
• IGETC AREA 3B (Humanities) or 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)
• + satisfies CSU U.S. History graduation requirement
• C-ID: HIST 130.
• Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course surveys the United States from the colonial period through post-Civil War Reconstruction, addressing developments in American culture; ethnic, racial, gender, and class relations; politics; and the economy. It also considers American interaction with other nations, including both foreign policy and the relationship of domestic developments to the larger history of the modern world.

Course Number: 2386 Time: 11:15 a.m. - 12:35 p.m. TLocation: MALBU 202Instructor: Bolelli D

Course Number:   Time: ARRANGE-1.5 HoursLocation:  Instructor:   Section 2386 is a hybrid class taught online via the Internet and at the Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu CA 90265. Please be advised that the distance between the Main SMC Campus and the Malibu Campus is approximately 15 miles. Please plan your schedule to accommodate travel time, which will vary depending on time of day and mode of transportation. For additional information, go to smc.edu/OnlineEd.

MATH 54, Elementary Statistics • 4 units.

• Transfer:  UC, CSU.
• C-ID: MATH 110.
• IGETC AREA 2 (Mathematical Concepts)
• Prerequisite: Math 20 or Math 18 or Math 49 or Math 50.
• Formerly Math 52.

This course covers concepts and procedures of descriptive statistics, elementary probability theory and inferential statistics. Course content includes: summarizing data; computation and interpretation of descriptive statistics; classical probability theory; probability distributions; binomial, normal, T, Chi-square and F distributions; making inferences; decisions and predictions. This course develops, analyzes, and interprets confidence intervals for population parameters, hypothesis testing for both one and two populations, correlation and regression, ANOVA, and test for independence. This course develops statistical thinking through the study of applications in variety of disciplines. The use of a statistical/graphing calculator and/or statistical analysis software is integrated into the course.

Course Number: 2656 Time: 10:30 a.m.  - 12:35 p.m. MW Location: MALBU 219Instructor: Perez R E

Course Number: 2662 Time: 12:45  - 2:50 p.m. MW Location: MALBU 219Instructor: Perez R E

PSYCH 1, General Psychology • 3 units.

• Transfer:  UC, CSU.
• C-ID: PSY 110.
• IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences)
• Prerequisite: None.
• Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.

This course is an introduction and general survey course in psychology. This course grounds the student in the epistemology of psychology as a scientific discipline, research methods, and critical analysis of research findings. Substantive psychological content includes the biological bases of behavior, perception, cognition and consciousness, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, development, personality, social psychology, psychological disorders and therapeutic approaches, and applied psychology.

Course Number: 3010 Time: 9:30 - 10:50 a.m. TThLocation: MALBU 219Instructor: Hausman Ozery D

ART E15, Drawing 

This course provides a supportive atmosphere for older adults - from beginners to more advanced students - to explore and experiment with self expression through drawing. Older adult students learn drawing skills, elements of design, composition, and creativity, as well as drawing techniques for representative or stylistic effect. As well, students learn to interpret the perceived "real world" in a two-dimensional field, and to improve their observation and hand-eye coordination. The course focuses on the processes by which one makes art, exposes students to different approaches, and challenges students to think about what they are doing or trying to do.

Course Number: 9709 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. TLocation: MALBU 220 Instructor: Huerta R B

ART E16, Life Drawing Studio

This course provides a opportunity for older adults to learn to see the human form and draw the anatomy of the human figure. This supportive class explores basic anatomy, movement, and skeletal structure of the figure using live models. Through demonstrations, class exercises, individual instruction, and guidance, beginning students learn basic life drawing skills, while more advanced students sharpen their skills in capturing the physical attributes of the model and expressiveness of the pose.

Course Number: 9713 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. ThLocation: MALBU 220Instructor: Harrison A B

ART E19, Painting

This course enhances older adults’ artistic creativity and painting skills through positive motivation and instruction in oils and acrylics techniques that may use the palette knife for effect. Older adults learn how to select supplies and equipment, and basic elements of composition. Painting projects, demonstrations, group critiques, and discussions are used to explore two-dimensional artwork.

Course Number: 9718 Time: 1 - 3:50 p.m. Th Location: MALBU 220Instructor: Harrison A B

ART E20, Drawing and Painting

This course provides older adults with a supportive environment for instruction in drawing and painting. Older adults, from beginners to more advanced students, maintain or improve their drawing and/or painting skills in a constructive environment, and learn about space, line, value, and color in a workshop atmosphere.

Course Number: 9721 Time: 1 - 3:50 p.m. MLocation: MALBU 220Instructor: Tirr C A

ENGL E27, Poetry and Fiction

This course helps older adults explore a wide variety of poetry; in particular, poetry as adventure, confirmation, and renewal. Older adults also employ selected poems as a means to examine their life experiences and discuss these experiences with their peers. This course is designed to refresh older adults’ enjoyment and increase their appreciation of poetry as a means of expression, and helps older adults explore poetry in relation to other types of literature, in particular in its use of language and imagery.

Course Number: 9747 Time: 1 - 2:50 p.m. FLocation: MALBU 219Instructor: Fox Jr R W

ENGL E30, Creative Writing

This course nurtures, revitalizes, and stimulates older adult writers who may already be producing or thinking about producing written material. The course is intended to discover, encourage, and develop untapped writing talent in older adults. It also allows older adults to develop and refine their writing and self expression skills, discuss their writing with peers, and comment on their peers’ writing in a respectful and constructive manner. The course is also a forum for older adults to share their creative voices with peers.

Course Number: 9750 Time: 9:30 - 11:20 a.m. MLocation: MALBU 112Instructor: Davis C V

ENGL E33, Autobiography

This course helps older adults review and integrate the experiences that have shaped their lives, share memories with peers, and create a record of events for themselves and their families. Through this class older adults achieve a sense of pride in their accomplishments, improve their writing abilities, and express themselves in writing that can be shared with family, friends, and the public if desired.

Course Number: 9756 Time: 3 - 4:50 p.m. F Location: MALBU 219Instructor: Fox Jr R W

POL SC E00, Current Events

This course increases older adults' understanding of local, national, and international current affairs and how it affects their lives as well as the world around them. Older adults consider the political, economic, and social movements that determine domestic and foreign policies in the United States and around the world.

Course Number: 9836 Time: 9:30 - 11:20 a.m. MLocation: MALBU 202Instructor: Sarkissian R

Gardening for Birds and Bugs

Loss of habitat and food sources are a major driver in the declining of bird and beneficial insect populations. Even in today’s densely populated urban environment we can still make a difference by restoring and creating habitat in both public and private spaces. This seminar will emphasize how this restoration can be achieved, whether on one’s own property or in public spaces. Additionally, it will cover how this can be accomplished by using native plants suitable to each particular area as well as practices that enhance the habitat value of the area. Resources will be provided for researching plants and the fauna they support, planting tips, maintenance tips, and next steps. This will include local retailers of native plants, contractors, and even how to advocate for habitat-sustaining landscape in public projects. The seminar will conclude with a brief field trip to the adjoining Legacy Park restoration area for examples of restoration practices.

Course Number: 10/25/24 Time:   9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. FLocation: MALBU 202Instructor: Bates, P

Vocal Yoga

Explore the leading technique in voice work for actors today! Fitzmaurice Voicework uses modified yoga postures to unblock the breath and open the voice. Learn a series of exercises that promote vocal freedom, resonance, and power, and that can help you uncover deep layers of tension that might be hindering your voice and creative expression. These techniques can be used as a highly effective vocal/physical warm-up to incorporate into any training routine you use. Bring to class a yoga mat and small pillow.

Course Number: 11/6/24 Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. WLocation: MALBU 103Instructor: Lyle H