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Biological Sciences
Interested in exploring the living world around and within you? Biologists ask, and answer, a wide range of fascinating questions about life across all levels of organization. Through hands-on engagement with the Scientific Method, you will develop the fundamental and applied skills to prepare for further academic study or a career in biology, health sciences, or related fields.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesThe Biology Program is committed to provide students with a wide range of courses reflecting the diverse areas of study and related careers in the biological sciences. Our courses cover topics including cellular, molecular and organismal biology, ecology and evolution, health sciences, biotechnology, and environmental studies. These courses allow students to explore their interests in biology, engage with the scientific method through laboratory and field-based activities, and learn of the many potential career paths in the field. Students who complete an area of study in biology may satisfy prerequisites for health-related programs such as nursing, meet graduation requirements at prospective transfer institutions, or complete the Associate in Science degree with a major in biology, health sciences, or environmental studies.
In addition to the core courses for the major or health-related fields, an introduction to other sciences is usually recommended and necessary for more advanced study. The biology faculty therefore suggests that students complete appropriate courses in chemistry, physics, and mathematics concurrently with biology core courses. Students should refer to the requirements of prospective 4-year institutions or seek advice from a member of the biology faculty or a counselor before choosing electives.
Program Length
Four semesters.
Transfer Options
We offer two different biology majors course sequences that articulate to most of our transfer institutions. Additionally, nearly all of our courses articulate successfully fulfilling the Life Sciences requirement. Our students transfer to UCI, Cal State Fullerton, UCLA, UCR, UCSB, UCSD, Berkeley, Cal State Long Beach and many other 4 year institutions.
Program Specific Support
Tutors for Life Sciences course are available through the Student Success Center. Many of our courses include the use of lab space and the support of lab technicians for an immersive learning experience.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some UC majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 3A* | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 2A & Major | 5 |
| CHEM 1A | General Chemistry I | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 80 | Integrated Biology: Organisms to Ecosystems | 5B/5C & Major | 4 |
| CHEM 1B | General Chemistry II | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| MATH 3B | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 2A & Major | 5 |
Summer
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics 4A** | General Physics | 1B | 4 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| CHEM 12A | Organic Chemistry | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| BIO 81 | Integrated Biology: From DNA to Organisms | 5B/5C & Major | 4 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12B | Organic Chemistry | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| Physics 4B** | General Physics | 5A/5C & Major | 4 |
| Physics 4C** and/or Math 10*** | General Physics and/or Statistics | Various | 3-7 |
| Arts or Humanities or Social and Behavioral Sciences | Arts or Humanities or Social and Behavioral Sciences GE Course | 3A or 3B or 4 | 3 |
- This sample academic plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 3A in the first semester.
- Some UCs may require or recommend two or three physics courses for transfer as a biology major.
- Some UCs may require or recommend a statistics course for transfer as a biology major.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH 3A* | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | B4 & Major | 5 |
| CHEM 1A | General Chemistry I | B1/B3 & Major | 5 |
| BIO 80** | Integrated Biology: Organisms to Ecosystems | B2/B3 & Major | 4 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | A2 | 4 |
| CHEM 1B | General Chemistry II | B1/B3 & Major | 5 |
| BIO 16 | Cellular Biology | Major | 4 |
| Lifelong Learning and Self-Development | Lifelong Learning and Self-Development GE Course | E | 3 |
Summer
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | A1 | 3 |
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking GE Course | A3 | 3-4 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHYS 2A or 4A*** | Physics Course | B1/B3 & Major | 4 |
| CHEM 12A | Organic Chemistry | B1/B3 | 5 |
| Arts | Arts GE Course | C1 | 3 |
| HIST 20 or HIST 21 | American History Course | D | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHYS 2B or 4B*** | Physics Course | B1/B3 & Major | 4 |
| CHEM 12B | Organic Chemistry | B1/B3 | 5 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | C2 | 3 |
| PS 1 | American Government | D | 3 |
- This sample academic plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 3A in the first semester.
- Students can take BIO 80 (or) BIO 2 and BIO 5 to meet the requirements fo an AS-T in Biology.
- Some CSU campuses may require or recommmend different physics courses for transfer as a biology major.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 2* or MATH 3* | Pre-Calculus or Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | IC | 5 |
| CHEM 1A | General Chemistry I | 2 & Major | 5 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| CHEM 1B | General Chemistry II | 2 & Major | 5 |
| BIO 80 | Integrated Biology: Organisms to Ecosystems | 2 & Major | 4 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 1 |
Summer
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 81 | Integrated Biology: From DNA to Organisms | 2 & Major | 4 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12A | Organic Chemistry | 2 & Major | 5 |
| BIO 82 | Genetics | 2 & Major | 4 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12B | Organic Chemistry | 2 & Major | 5 |
| BIO 83 | Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | 2 & Major | 4 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2 |
- This sample academic plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 2 or Math 3A in the first semester.
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some UC majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 3A* | Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 2A & Major | 5 |
| CHEM 1A | General Chemistry I | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| CHEM 1B | General Chemistry II | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| MATH 3B | Analytic Geometry and Calculus II | 2A & Major | 5 |
Summer
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics 4A** | General Physics | 5A/5C & Major | 4 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12A | Organic Chemistry | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| BIO 80 | Integrated Biology: Organisms to Ecosystems | 5B/5C & Major | 4 |
| Physics 4B and/or 4C** | General Physics | 5A/5C & Major | 4-8 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 12B | Organic Chemistry | 5A/5C & Major | 5 |
| BIO 81 | Integrated Biology: From DNA to Organisms | 5B/5C & Major | 4 |
| Major Prep | Major Preparation Course | Various & Major | 3-5 |
| Arts or Humanities or Social and Behavioral Sciences | Arts or Humanities or Social and Behavioral Sciences GE Course | 3A or 3B or 4 | 3 |
- This sample academic plan assumes that student is eligible for Math 3A in the first semester.
- Some UCs may require or recommend two or three physics courses for transfer as a biochemistry major.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some CSU majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 3A | Calculus I | B4 | 5 |
| ENV 1 | Introduction to Enviromental Studies | D | 3 |
| Arts | Arts GE Course | 3A | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1C | 3 |
| WR 2 | College Writing 2 - Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| CHEM 1A* | General Chemistry I | B1/B3 & Major | 5 |
| Social Science | Social Science GE Course | 4 | 3 |
Summer
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG 1 | Physical Geography | B1 & Major | 3 |
| GEOG 1 Lab | Physical Geography Lab | B3 & Major | 1 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 80** | Integrated Biology: Organisms to Ecosystems | B2/B3 & Major | 4 |
| Physics 2A or 4A** | Introduction to Physics or General Physics | 1B | 4 |
| Social Science | Social Science GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 3A or 3B | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 81** | Integrated Biology: From DNA to Organisms | B2/B3 & Major | 4 |
| Physics 2B or 4B** | Introduction to Physics or General Physics | 5A/5C & Major | 4 |
| Statistics | Various Statistics Courses | B4 & Major | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | Transfer Elective Course (Courses 1-199) | 1-3 |
- Some CSUs may require or recommend a second semester of chemistry for admissions to their CSU campus.
- Students can take Bio 80 & 81 or BIO 2, 5 & 16 as a set to meet the requirements for the Environomental Science AS-T degree. Please see a counselor to see what is your best option.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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Begin with the Exploratory Interest Area and explore Biological Sciences while still working toward your academic goals.
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Art
Interested in expressing your creativity? The Art Department offers various courses that build a foundation of skills in the areas of Art History, Digital Media Art, Interactive Media Arts, and Studio Art.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesThe Art Department is made up of several programs for students interested in studying or creating art. Explore the language of Art through Art History and discover the way artists have used art to represent their lives and the world around them. Create visual art using drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture techniques and concepts. Produce digital media art content for graphic design, photography, and video projects. Develop immersive worlds through interactive media using animation, game design, and environmental design.
Program Length
Most of the Art Department’s programs can be completed in two years. The Art Department offers AA, AA-T, AS, COA, COP awards in four distinct areas of Art History, Digital Media Art, Interactive Media Arts, and Studio Art.
Transfer Options
Most of the Art Department’s courses articulate to a CalState or UC. Many art students transfer to a four-year institution including prestigious art schools such as ArtCenter College of Design and the California Institute of the Arts.
Program Specific Support
Many Studio Art courses run open studio times where students can continue to work on projects outside of class lab time. Additionally, the college’s Student Success Center is a dedicated computer lab and tutoring center for Digital Media Art and Interactive Media Arts students. The Art Department also hosts a student art exhibition every year in addition to supporting student-led art clubs at IVC.
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|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing 2 - Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| ART 25 or ART 26 | Art History Survey I or II: Western | 3A & Major | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 3B | 3 |
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| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| ART | Art Major Prepration Course | Major | 3 |
| Biological Science | Biological Science GE Course | 5B | 3 |
| Biological Science Lab | Biological Science Lab GE Course | 5C | 1 |
| Social and Behavior Science** | Social and Behavior Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 2-3 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| ART | Art Major Prepration Course | Major | 3 |
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| Social and Behavior Science** | Social and Behavior Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
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- Students can take Math 10 or other math course that meets the UC transfer math requirement in IGETC GE Area 2A.
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- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Language Other than English requirement necessary to meet Full IGETC Certification.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
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| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
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| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking | 1C | 3-4 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| ART 85 | Life Drawing I | Major | 3 |
| ART | Art Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| ART | Art Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Lifelong Health* | Lifelong Health and Personal Development GE Course | 9 A/B/C | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ART | Art Major Course from List A or B | Major | 3 |
| ART | Art Major Course from List A or B | Major | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natrual Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Cultural Diversity | Cultural Diversity GE Course | 5 | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 6 | 3 |
- Take one course from two different categories among GE areas 9A, 9B, and 9C. Please refer to the AA GE pattern for details.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some UC majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 10* | Introduction to Statistics | 2A | 3 |
| ARTH 25 | Art History Survey I: Western | 3A & Major | 3 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundalmentals | 1C | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 1-3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing 2 - Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| ARTH 26 | Art History Survey II: Western | 3A & Major | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 3B | 3 |
| Social and Behavior Sciences | Social and Behavior Sciences GE Course | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art History | Art History Major Prepration Course | Major | 3 |
| Biological Science | Biological Science GE Course | 5B | 3 |
| Biological Science LAB | Biological Science Lab GE Course | 5C | 1 |
| Social and Behavior Sciences | Social and Behavior Sciences GE Course | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 2-3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art History | Art History UC Major Prepration Course (As needed) | Major | 3 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | 5A | 3 |
| Social and Behavior Sciences | Social and Behavior Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 |
- Students can take Math 10 or other math course that meets the UC transfer math requirement in IGETC GE Area 2A.
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Language Other than English requirement necessary to meet Full IGETC Certification.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some CSU majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | A2 | 4 |
| MATH 10* | Introduction to Statistics | B4 | 3 |
| ARTH 25 | Art History Survey I: Western | C1 & Major | 3 |
| Learning & Self Dev | Lifelong Learning and Self Development GE Course | E | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 1-3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking GE Course | A3 | 3-4 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | A1 | 3 |
| ARTH 26 | Art History Survey II: Western | C1 & Major | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | C2 | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ART 80 | Drawing Fundamentals | C1 & Major | 3 |
| ARTH 27 | Art History Survey III: Non-Western (Typically Offered Spring) | C1 & Major | 3 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | B1 | 3 |
| Physical Science LAB | Physical Science Lab | B3 | 1 |
| HIST 20 or HIST 21 | American History Course | D | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARTH Major | Art History Major AA-T Course from LIST B | Major | 3 |
| ARTH Major | Art History Major AA-T Course from LIST B or C | Major | 3 |
| Life Science | Life Science Course | B2 | 3 |
| PS 1 | American Government | D | 3 |
| Social Science | Social Science GE Course | D | 3 |
- Students can take Math 10 or any other math course that meets the CSU transfer math requirement from CSU GE Area B4.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH | Math GE Course | 2 | 3-5 |
| ARTH 25 | Art History Survey I: Western | 7 & Major | 3 |
| ARTH 4 | Introduction to Art Theory | Major | 3 |
| Lifelong Health* | Lifelong Health and Personal Development GE Course | 9 A/B/C | 2 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking | 1C | 3-4 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1B | 3 |
| ARTH 26 | Art History Survey II: Western | Major | 3 |
| ARTH Major | Art History Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Cultural Diversity | Cultural Diversity GE Course | 5 | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARTH 27 | Art History Survey III: Non-Western | Major | 3 |
| ARTH Major | Art History Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| American Institutions | American Institutions GE Course | 8 | 3 |
| Lifelong Health* | Lifelong Health and Personal Development GE Course | 9 A/B/C | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARTH Major | Art History Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 6 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Take one course from two different categories among GE areas 9A, 9B, and 9C. Please refer to the AA GE pattern for details.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | AS GE AREA/MAJOR | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH GE | Various (Degree Applicable Math Related GE Course) | 1C | 3-5 |
| DMA 10 | Introduction to Digital Media | Major | 3 |
| DMA 51 | Beginning Digital Photography | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2-3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | AS GE AREA/MAJOR | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATION/THINKING | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| DMA 55 | Graphic Design I | Major | 3 |
| DMA 65 or DMA 70 | Typography or Digitial Video Producation | Major | 3 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | AS GE AREA/MAJOR | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DMA 62 | Motion Graphics (Fall Only) | Major | 3 |
| DMA 52 or DMA 56 | Intermediate Digital Photography or Graphic Design II | Major | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | AS GE AREA/MAJOR | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DMA 91 | Portfolio Development | Major | 3 |
| DMA MAJOR | DMA Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DMA 10 | Introduction to Digital Media | 3 |
| DMA 51 | Beginning Digital Photography | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DMA 55 | Graphic Design I | 3 |
| DMA 65 or DMA 70 | Typography or Digitial Video Producation | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DMA 62 | Motion Graphics (Fall Only) | 3 |
| DMA 52 or DMA 56 | Intermediate Digital Photography or Graphic Design II | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| DMA 91 | Portfolio Development | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 20 | Writing and Storyboarding for Games | 3 |
| IMA 96 | 2D Animation Principles | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 79 | Character Design and Layout | 3 |
| ART 85 | Life Drawing I | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 193 | Portfolio Development - 2D Motion | 2.5 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 20 | Writing and Storyboarding for Games | 3 |
| IMA 30 | 3D Animation | 3 |
| IMA 89 | Rigging for 3D Animation | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 79 | Character Design and Layout | 3 |
| IMA 88 | 3D Character Animation II | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 192 | Portfolio Development - 3D Motion | 2.5 |
Note: This sample academic plan shows additional units for this certificate as compared to the IVC catalog due to prerequisite requirements.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 90 | Organic Modeling | 3 |
| IMA 27 | Environmental Texturing and Lighting | 3 |
| IMA 46 | Concept Design and Visual Development | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 40 | Introduction to Game Design | 3 |
| IMA 98 | 3D Modeling for Games and Film | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 20 | Writing and Storyboarding for Games | 3 |
| IMA 22 | Video Scripting for Games | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 40 | Introduction to Game Design | 3 |
| IMA 98 | 3D Modeling for Games and Film | 3 |
| IMA 99 | Game Design II | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| IMA 191 | Portfolio Development - Game Level Design | 2.5 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some CSU majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | A2 | 4 |
| MATH 10* | Introduction to Statistics | B4 | 3 |
| ART 40 | 2-D Design and Color | C1 & Major | 3 |
| ART 80 | Drawing Fundamentals | C1 & Major | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 1-2 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking GE Course | A3 | 3-4 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | A1 | 3 |
| ART 41 | 3D Design | Major | 3 |
| ARTH 26 | Art History Survey II: Western | Major | 3 |
| Learning & Self Dev. | Lifelong Learning and Self Development GE Course | E | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARTH 25 | Art History Survey II: Western | Major | 3 |
| ART or DMA | Studio Art Major Course from LIST B | Major | 3 |
| HIST 20 or HIST 21 | American History Course | D | 3 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | B1 | 3 |
| Physical Science Lab | Physical Science Lab | B3 | 1 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | C2 | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ART or DMA | Studio Art Major Course from LIST B | Major | 3 |
| ART or DMA | Studio Art Major Course from LIST B | Major | 3 |
| PS 1 | American Government | D | 3 |
| Life Science | Life Science Course | B2 | 3 |
| Social Science | Social Science GE Course | D | 3 |
- Students can take Math 10 or any other math course that meets the CSU transfer math requirement.in CSU GE Area B4
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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Anthropology
Ever wonder what makes us human? Anthropology helps us understand all aspects of the human experience from our primate roots to the development of societies, religion, and language.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesAnthropology is the study of the organization, behavior, and development of the human species. Anthropology focuses on the acquisition of knowledge through use of the scientific method, allowing students to explain evolutionary theory in light of the human fossil record, analyze the relationship between modern humans and non-human primates, and objectively evaluate non-western customs and beliefs.
Physical anthropology examines the fossil remains of ancestral humans and the behavior of primates in order to construct theories of how and why human beings have evolved.
Cultural anthropology is concerned with the basic structures of human cultures, particularly with regard to subsistence strategies, social organization, language, religion, and political and economic systems.
Students who major in Anthropology often have careers in social work, international affairs, teaching, politics, public health, and journalism.
Program Length
This program can be completed in two years.
Transfer Options
IVC’s Anthropology for Transfer, AA-T, helps students transfer to the CSU system. We encourage you to speak to one of our Anthropology instructors, or an IVC Academic Counselor, to help you plan a degree path that is right for your goals.
Program Specific Support
- IVC’s Student Success Center
- Anthropology Faculty
- Academic Counseling
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some UC majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | IGETC AREA/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 10* | Introduction to Statistics | 2A | 3 |
| ANTH 2 or 2H | Cultural Anthropology | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Arts | Arts GE Course | 3A | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing 2 - Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| ANTH 1 or 1H | Introduction to Physical Anthropology | 5B & Major | 3 |
| ANTH 1 LAB | Introduction to Physical Anthropology Lab | 5C | 1 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1C | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 3B | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANTH 9 | Introduction to Archeology | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 3A or 3B | 3 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | 5A | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANTH 3 | Culture and Language | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Soc & Beh Science | Social and Behavior Sciences GE Course (Non-ANTH) | 4 | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 |
- Students can take Math 10 or other math course that meets the UC transfer math requirement in IGETC Area 2.
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Language Other than English requirement necessary to meet Full IGETC Certification.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some CSU majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | A2 | 4 |
| MATH 10* | Introduction to Statistics | B4 | 3 |
| ANTH 2 or 2H | Cultural Anthropology | D & Major | 3 |
| Learning & Self Dev | Lifelong Learning and Self Development GE Course | E | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 1-2 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking GE Course | A3 | 3-4 |
| ANTH 1 or 1H | Introduction to Physical Anthropology | B2 & Major | 3 |
| ANTH 1 LAB | Introduction to Physical Anthropology Lab | B3 | 1 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | A1 | 3 |
| HIST 20 or HIST 21 | American.History Course | C2 | 3 |
| Arts | Arts GE Course | C1 | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANTH 9 | Introduction to Archeology | D & Major | 3 |
| Major Course | Anthropology AA-T Major Course/s from List B | Major | 4-6 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | C1 or C2 | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 2-3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANTH 3 | Culture and Language | D & Major | 3 |
| Major Course | Anthropology Major Course from List B or C | Major | 3-4 |
| PS 1 | American Government | D | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 3 |
- Students can take Math 10 or any other math course that meets the CSU transfer math requirement in CSU GE Area B4
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH | Math GE Course | 2 | 3-5 |
| ANTH 2 or 2H | Cultural Anthropology | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Lifelong Health* | Lifelong Health and Personal Development GE Course | 9 A/B/C | 2-3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking GE Course | 1C | 3-4 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1B | 3 |
| ANTH 1 or 1H | Introduction to Physical Anthropology | 3 & Major | 3 |
| Major Course | Anthropology Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANTH 3 | Culture and Language | 5 & Major | 3 |
| Major Course | Anthropology Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 6 | 3 |
| American Institutions | American Institutions GE Course | 8 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | AA GE Area/Major | UNITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANTH 9 | Introduction to Archeology | Major | 3 |
| Major Course | Anthropology Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| FINE Arts | Fine Arts and Languages GE Course | 7 | 3 |
| Lifelong Health* | Lifelong Health and Personal Development GE Course | 9 A/B/C | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Take one course from two different categories among GE areas 9A, 9B, and 9C. Please refer to the AA GE pattern for details.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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- 43%
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- 14%
Curators
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- Some College
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- 1%
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- 14%
- Master's Degree
- 44%
- Doctoral or More
- 37%
Geographers
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- Bachelor's Degree
- 43%
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- 35%
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- 22%
Museum Technicians and Conservators
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+17%
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- H.S. Diploma or Less
- 1%
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- 20%
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- Master's Degree
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- 96%
Not sure if Anthropology is the right fit?
That's OK!
Begin with the Exploratory Interest Area and explore Anthropology while still working toward your academic goals.
Or speak to one of IVC’s Academic Counselors to learn more about all of your options.
Administration of Justice
Learn the principles and practices of the criminal justice system in America and prepare yourself for a variety of careers in local, state, and federal agencies.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesIVC's Administration of Justice program prepares students with the educational knowledge and experience they will need to transfer to a 4-year institution, to achieve a career in law enforcement and/or supervision, and to prepare to take the competitive written and oral examinations given by local, state, and federal agencies. The program provides a sound foundation for students intending to pursue careers in law enforcement, corrections, supervision and administration, probation and parole, private security, and law.
The Irvine Valley College Administration of Justice program is accredited by the California State Commission of Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). It has earned a reputation as a community policing program that fosters the skills and attributes necessary for successful tenure in the various agencies of the criminal justice system.
Program Length
A full-time student may complete this program in 4 semesters.
Transfer Options
IVC’s Administration of Justice for Transfer, AS-T helps students transfer to the CSU system. We encourage you to speak to one of our Administration of Justice faculty members, or an IVC Academic Counselor, to help you plan a degree path that’s right for your goals.
Program Specific Support
- Irvine Valley College Administration of Justice Club (Chi Tau Epsilon - XTE), a chapter of the American Criminal Justice Association - Lambda Alpha Epsilon.
- IVC’s Student Success Center
- Administration of Justice Faculty
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is a sample academic plan for students interesting in transferring to UCI as a Criminology, Law, and Society Major. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific education goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| Math 10 or PSYC 10 | Statistics | 2A & Major | 3 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | 1C | 3 |
| AJ 2 | Introduction to Administration of Justice | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 1-3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 2 | College Writing 2 - Critical Thinking | 1B | 4 |
| PSYC 1 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Arts | Arts GE Course | 3A | 3 |
| Humanities | Humanities GE Course | 3B | 3 |
| AJ 4 | Criminal Law I (Recommended Elective) | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSYC 30 or 37 | Social Psychology or Abnormal Psychology | 4 & Major | 3 |
| PSYC 2 | Research Methods in Psychology | Major | 3 |
| Life Science | Life Science GE Course | 5B | 3 |
| AJ 5 | Community and the Justice System (Recommended Elective) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | IGETC Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENV 1 | Introduction to Environmental Studies | 4 & Major | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 3A or 3B | 3 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | 5A | 3 |
| Physical Science LAB | Physical Science GE Lab | 5c | 1 |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 3 | |
| Transfer Elective | UC Transfer Elective (Courses 1-99) | 2-3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Language Other than English requirement necessary to meet Full IGETC Certification.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Some CSU majors may have additional required or recommended courses for transfer. Please see a counselor to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | A2 | 4 |
| Math 10* | Introduction to Statistics | B4 & Major | 3 |
| AJ 2 | Introduction to Administration of Justice | D & Major | 3 |
| COMM 1 | Communication Fundamentals | A1 | 3 |
| Learning & Self Dev. | Lifelong Learning and Self Development GE Course | E | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | Critical Thinking GE Course | A3 | 3-4 |
| AJ 4 | Criminal Law I (Recommended Elective) | D & Major | 3 |
| Life Science | Life Science GE Course | B2 | 3 |
| Arts | Arts GE Course | C1 | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | CSU GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ Major | AJ AS-T Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| AJ Major | AJ AS-T Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| HIST 20 or HIST 21 | American History | C2 | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | C1 or C2 | 3 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 3 |
Semester 4
| AJ Major | AJ AS-T Major Course from List A or B | Major | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PS 1 | American Government | D | 3 |
| Physical Science | Physical Science GE Course | B1 | 3 |
| Science Lab | Physical Science GE Lab | B3 | 1 |
| Transfer Elective | CSU Transferable Elective (Courses 1-199) | 4-5 |
- Students can take Math 10 or any other math course that meets the CSU transfer math requirement in CSU GE Area B4.
*Students may be eligible for one or more AA/AS/AA-T/AS-T degrees if they complete a GE transfer pattern, have specific courses, and have 60 transferable units. Please see a counselor for degree options and advisement.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| Math | Math GE Course | 1C | 3-5 |
| AJ 2 | Introduction to Administration of Justice | 3 & Major | 3 |
| AJ 3 | Introduction to Evidence | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| AJ 4 | Criminal Law I | Major | 3 |
| AJ 5 | Community and the Justice System | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ 105 | Introduction to Investigation | Major | 3 |
| AJ Major | AJ AS Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| AJ Major | AJ AS Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ Major | AJ AS Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| AJ Major | AJ AS Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3-5 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 2 | Introduction to Administration of Justice | 3 |
| AJ 3 | Introduction to Evidence | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 4 | Criminal Law I | 3 |
| AJ 5 | Police Community Relations | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 105 | Introduction to Investigation | 3 |
| AJ - TBD | Administration of Justice Course from List A | 3 |
| AJ - TBD | Administration of Justice Course from List A | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ - TBD | Administration of Justice Course from List A | 3 |
| AJ - TBD | Administration of Justice Course from List A | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| Math | Math GE Course | 1C | 3-5 |
| AJ 4 | Criminal Law I | 3 & Major | 3 |
| AJ 3 | Introduction to Evidence | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 2 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication/Thinking | Communication/Analytical Thinking GE Course | 1B | 3-4 |
| AJ 5 | Police Community Relations | Major | 3 |
| PSYC 1 | Introduction to Psychology | Major | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ 105 | Introduction to Investigation | Major | 3 |
| AJ 111 | Law Enforcement Administration | Major | 3 |
| AJ Major | Administration of Justice Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Arts/Humanities | Arts or Humanities GE Course | 4 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| AJ 112 | Police Supervision | Major | 3 |
| AJ Major | Administration of Justice Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 | |
| Elective | Degree Applicable Elective (Courses 1-299) | 3 |
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 3 | Introduction to Evidence | 3 |
| AJ 4 | Criminal Law I | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 5 | Police Community Relations | 3 |
| PSYC 1 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 105 | Introduction to Investigation | 3 |
| AJ 111 | Law Enforcement Administration | 3 |
| AJ - TBD | Administration of Justice Course from List A | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 112 | Police Supervision | 3 |
| AJ - TBD | Administration of Justice Course from List A | 3 |
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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- Some College
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- 21%
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- 37%
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Not sure if Administration of Justice is the right fit?
That's OK!
Begin with the Exploratory Interest Area and explore Administration of Justice while still working toward your academic goals.
Or speak to one of IVC’s Academic Counselors to learn more about all of your options.
Interest Area
Business Sciences
Business Sciences consists of several areas of study: Accounting, Business Management, Computer Information Management, Entrepreneurship, Paralegal Studies, and Real Estate. These are foundational skills relevant anyone in any career. Everyone needs to manage finances and file taxes (our own and/or our business’s), supervise people or manage our own time efficiently, understand IT and computer applications, think outside the box and innovate, need legal guidance, and buy and sell real estate. These are life skills, not just careers. Challenge yourself, master skills to gain a competitive advantage in the workforce and in life.
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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Is Business Sciences right for you?
Answer a few questions to see if your skills and interests align with programs and careers in Business Sciences.
Or speak to one of IVC’s Academic Counselors to learn more about all of your options.
IVC 30 to CPA
Business SciencesIf you have your bachelor’s degree, IVC can assist you in meeting the educational requirement to become a licensed California Certified Public Accountant (“CPA”).
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesOnce a student has completed the IVC 30 to CPA program and if the student has taken the other requisite courses, the student will be qualified to sit for the CPA exam. There are a variety of opportunities for CPA’s.
Completion
Upon completion of the program and depending on the courses the student has already completed, the student may be eligible to sit for the California CPA exam.
Transfer Options
Not applicable. This program is designed for students who already have their bachelor’s degree to meet the educational requirements to sit for the CPA exam as well as meeting the educational requirements to become a licensed CPA.
Program Specific Support
The two full time faculty members in the accounting department (“Accounting Faculty”) are available to assist students with evaluating their coursework to date to determine what courses need to be taken. The Accounting Faculty ask the students to list out all courses taken to date at other schools on a spreadsheet (courses passed / course name / units) prior to meeting with the Accounting Faculty to more quickly evaluate the student’s needed coursework.
Please see the following website for additional information: http://www.ivc.edu/faculty/btchaikovsky/Pages/default.aspx.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Not sure if IVC 30 to CPA is the right fit?
That's OK!
Begin with the Exploratory Interest Area and explore IVC 30 to CPA while still working toward your academic goals.
Or speak to one of IVC’s Academic Counselors to learn more about all of your options.
Accounting
Business SciencesAfter transfer, what employer will be coming to your four-year school to hire you upon graduation? Whether or not you choose accounting, you should be asking yourself this question as it’s critical to obtain a job while you are completing your undergraduate studies. Four-year schools with robust accounting programs have many recruiters from the accounting profession and industry to hire accounting graduates.
View Transfer Options, Degrees & CertificatesAfter completing the AS in Accounting at IVC, you will have a solid foundation for transfer. The financial and managerial accounting courses at IVC are challenging and “problem based” meaning upon your transfer you will be ready for the rigor of upper division accounting courses.
Although the economy may have challenges from time to time, historically, the demand for accountants has always been strong.
If you are planning on working in the accounting profession, you will want to become a licensed Certified Public Accountant (“CPA”). To become a CPA, you will need to meet the educational requirement of 150 semester units, a bachelor’s degree plus 30 semester units. (collectively “Educational Requirement”). In addition to the Educational Requirement you will need to pass the CPA exam and obtain work experience. To learn more about the licensing requirements, please feel free to contact the Accounting Department faculty.
Program Length
For transfer, a student needs 60 semester units that will take approximately four semesters for a full-time student to complete.
However, to meet the Educational Requirement, some students elect to take additional units prior or after transfer. If you have questions regarding this, please feel free to contact the Accounting Department faculty.
Transfer Options
By using a problem-based approach in financial and managerial accounting, the program will give the student a good base for further study in accounting.
For accounting, in Southern California, the institutions students commonly transfer to:
- California State University, Fullerton*
- California State University, Long Beach*
- University of California at Irvine*
- University of California at Santa Barbara*
- Chapman University**
- University of Southern California**
* Denotes that a transfer agreement is present on assist.org
**Students should talk with their counselor about what specific courses should be taken prior to transfer.
Program Specific Support
The two full time faculty members in the accounting department (“Accounting Faculty”) are available to assist students.
Additionally, the student success center hires accounting tutors to assist students during the semester for financial and managerial accounting.
Your Support Team
Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!
Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!
Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates
Sample Academic Plans
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WR 1 | College Writing 1 | 1A | 4 |
| MATH 10, ECON 10, MGT 10, or MATH 11* | Statistics or Business Calculus | 1C | 3-4 |
| ACCT 112.1 | Spreadsheets 1 | Major | 1.5 |
| ACCT 112.2 | Spreadsheets 2 | Major | 1.5 |
| MGT 1 | Introduction to Business | 3 | |
| ECON 1 | Principles of Economics - Micro | 3 | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHIL 3 | Introduction to Critical Thinking | 1B | 3 |
| ACCT 1A | Financial Accounting | Major | 4 |
| Social Sciences | Social Sciences GE Course | 3 | 3 |
| ECON 2 | Principles of Economics - Macro | 3 | 3 |
| ACCT 212.3 | Spreadsheets Certification | 3 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1B | Managerial Accounting | Major | 4 |
| PHIL 1, 2, 5, 10, or 11 | Various Philosophy Courses | 4 | 3 |
| CS 1 or CIM 107 | Introduction to Computer Systems or Introduction to Personal Computer Application | 3 | |
| ACCT Elective | Accounting Courses 200-299 (See Accounting Faculty) | 3 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | AS GE Area/Major | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGT 104 | Business Communication | Major | 3 |
| MGT 12A | The Legal Environment of Business | 3 | |
| ACCT Major | Accounting Major Course from List A | Major | 3 |
| ACCT Elective | Accounting Course 200-299 (See Accounting Faculty) | 3 | |
| Natural Sciences | Natural Sciences GE Course | 2 | 3 |
- Students can take a number of different math courses to meet the AS GE requirement; however, statistics or business calculus is recommended.
- Note: This sample academic plan does not account for the Ethnic Studies requirement for the AS degree.
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 12A | The Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| ACCT 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| ACCT 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | 1.5 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1A | Financial Accounting | 4 |
Semester 3
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1B | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
Semester 4
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 212.3 | Spreadsheets Certification | 3 |
| ACCT 204 | Accounting Applications QuickBook | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| ACCT 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | 1.5 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 204 | Accounting Applications: Quickbooks | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| ACCT 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | 1.5 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1A | Financial Accounting | 4 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| ACCT 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | 1.5 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1A | Financial Accounting | 4 |
Summer
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1B | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 206 | Individual Income Taxation - Federal and State | 3 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 207 | Business Income Taxation - Federal and State | 3 |
- This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.
Semester 1
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 112.1 | Spreadsheets I | 1.5 |
| ACCT 112.2 | Spreadsheets II | 1.5 |
Semester 2
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 1A | Financial Accounting | 4 |
Summer
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 205 | Payroll Accounting and Taxation | 3 |
- AA = Associate of Arts
- AS = Associate of Science
- AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
- AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
- COA = Certificate of Achievement
- COP = Certificate of Proficiency
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