West Valley College Courses

Explore the evolution of landscape design through history, examining cultural influences, design styles, and urban development from ancient civilizations to contemporary approaches.

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

Explore the evolution of Western art from prehistoric to Gothic periods, examining how painting, sculpture, and architecture reflected human experiences and cultural values through time.

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

Explore the evolution of Western visual arts from Impressionism to contemporary times, analyzing form, content, and critical theory through diverse artistic mediums.

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

Explore the fundamentals of visual expression while learning to analyze art through historical, aesthetic, and technical perspectives, developing a deeper appreciation for artistic creation.

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

Explore the rich legacy of West African and African American art from colonial times to present, examining its role in shaping cultural movements and social change.

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

Explore the evolution of female representation in Western art, from historical depictions to the rise of women artists, while examining feminist theory and critical perspectives.

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

Master fundamental drawing techniques to render objects realistically, exploring composition, perspective, and various media while developing critical aesthetic judgment and personal artistic style.

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

Master fundamental 3D modeling, texture mapping, lighting, and animation techniques to create compelling computer-generated art imagery and bring your creative visions to life.

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

Master intermediate American Sign Language skills through expanded vocabulary, grammar, and Deaf culture while practicing conversation strategies, storytelling, and community engagement techniques.

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

Explore critical environmental challenges and develop sustainable solutions for issues like climate change, habitat loss, pollution, and resource management through scientific analysis and practical approaches.

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

Explore fundamental biological principles, from cell structure to evolution and ecology, while developing critical thinking skills to solve real-world problems in science.

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

Gain hands-on experience with biological principles through practical lab work, developing critical thinking skills and deepening understanding of fundamental concepts in biology.

• California Community Colleges System
• 16 weeks, 1 hour a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Explore the world of pathogens, human immunity, and disease transmission while learning about emerging threats, bioterrorism, and epidemiological patterns in populations.

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

Explore fascinating aspects of animal life - from survival and communication to reproduction and social dynamics. Learn why animals act and interact as they do in nature.

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

Explore Earth's rich biodiversity through key hotspots, understanding ecological principles and conservation challenges while examining the current environmental crisis and extinction threats.

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