DeAnza College Courses

Explore the U.S. criminal justice system's core principles, examining crime measurement, theoretical frameworks, system components, and cross-cultural perspectives on law enforcement and community relations.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the foundations of correctional systems, from sentencing to rehabilitation, while examining crucial issues of race, ethnicity, and gender in modern criminal justice practices.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master ethical decision-making and leadership principles in criminal justice, exploring historical theories, professional conduct, and the impact of ethical behavior on law enforcement leadership and accountability.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the historical roots, identity formation, and cultural experiences of African Americans through the lens of Sankofa, examining race, ethnicity, and the African Diaspora's impact on Black life in the US.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the journey of Black Americans from Reconstruction to modern movements, examining key events, policies, and social changes that shaped racial justice and civil rights in the United States.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore architectural masterpieces across cultures and eras while developing visual analysis skills, understanding form and function relationships, and mastering key architectural concepts.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the diverse experiences, cultural identities, and social dynamics of Asian American communities, examining historical legacies, challenges, and paths to empowerment.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the complex relationship between US-Asia relations and Asian American experiences, from historical conflicts to modern globalization's impact on migration, identity, and community formation.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the transformative journey of modern China and Japan, examining key historical events, cultural shifts, and societal changes from the 1800s to present day.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master cellular biology fundamentals through hands-on lab work, covering cell structure, biological molecules, genetics, and molecular processes while gaining practical experience in experimental techniques.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 6 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master the core systems of human biology, from endocrine and lymphatic functions to digestive, metabolic, urinary and reproductive processes in this comprehensive anatomical exploration.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 5 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential mathematical operations and concepts to enhance business and personal finance decision-making skills, with focus on speed, accuracy, and practical applications.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 5 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master fundamental chemistry concepts, problem-solving techniques, and essential lab skills needed for advanced chemistry studies and science-related fields.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 5 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore contemporary Chicanx and Latinx creative expressions across art, film, theater, music, and literature while examining their deep connections to cultural experiences and identity.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the rich history and sociological perspectives of Latina experiences in America, examining feminist scholarship, cultural identity, migration, resistance movements, and the ongoing quest for empowerment.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course