Southwestern College Courses

Explore the Asian-American experience from 1846 to present, examining economic patterns, social movements, inter-ethnic relations, gender dynamics, and constitutional impacts in California.

• California Community Colleges System
• 7 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the rich heritage, social dynamics, and contemporary challenges of Filipino-American society, from family traditions to cultural integration and societal contributions.

• California Community Colleges System
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Learn essential American Sign Language fundamentals, including fingerspelling, numbers, basic vocabulary, and cultural insights while developing conversational skills for effective communication with the Deaf community.

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

Master advanced ASL communication skills, expand vocabulary, and deepen understanding of Deaf culture while developing fluency in sign production and complex grammatical structures.

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

Master intermediate ASL skills through immersive practice in personal relations, travel, health, and cultural discussions while exploring Deaf literature and worldviews for enhanced conversational fluency.

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

Explore the rich history, cultural norms, and social dynamics of the Deaf community while examining ASL structure, literature, and technological influences on Deaf culture.

• California Community Colleges System
• 7 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential automotive service skills through hands-on lab activities, learning tool usage, shop equipment operation, and fundamental vehicle maintenance procedures.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential automotive science fundamentals, diagnostic approaches, and customer service skills while exploring mechanical systems, repair regulations, and hands-on maintenance techniques.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master fundamental biological processes, from cellular organization and genetics to evolution and ecology, while exploring how these principles apply across all living organisms.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore environmental science fundamentals, focusing on global ecological interactions, pollution, resource management, and sustainable practices across international borders and regions.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore genetic principles, DNA structure, mutations, and human evolution while learning how heredity shapes our species and influences genetic disorders and engineering.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the biological mechanisms and effects of legal and illegal drugs on the human body, focusing on commonly abused substances and factors influencing their impact.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master fundamental business concepts, from organizational culture and finance to marketing and risk management, while exploring how various factors shape modern business strategies and operations.

• California Community Colleges System
• 7 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential money management skills, from financial goal-setting to budgeting, while exploring psychological and social factors that impact financial decisions for personal and career success.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Master essential importing/exporting concepts, international trade documentation, U.S. Customs regulations, and financial instruments while developing practical skills in completing field-standard documents.

• California Community Colleges System
• 7 weeks, 3 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course