California Community Colleges System Courses

Beginning Watercolor Painting

Introduction to the basic characteristics of watercolor, its physicality, tools, techniques, and history. Students will explore methods and techniques in order to develop an understanding of the mediu

• California Community Colleges System
• 19th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Intermediate Illustration

Further exploration of visual communication strategies related to the field of illustration. Students develop their personal creative voices through experimentation with various media while enhancing

• California Community Colleges System
• 31st Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Adv Watercolor/Water Media

Focus on development of a cohesive body of watercolor and water media paintings. Expanding upon watercolor skills with those related to acrylic, ink, and gouache. Emphasis will be placed on advanced d

• California Community Colleges System
• 19th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Watercolor Special Topics

Expanding upon advanced-level watercolor/water media techniques and idea development practices, students focus on creating a self-directed, unified body of artwork in order to successfully transfer to

• California Community Colleges System
• 19th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Advanced Illustration

Through advanced material experimentation and self-directed working methods, students develop a professional portfolio suitable for university or professional practice. Emphasis on creating sophistica

• California Community Colleges System
• 31st Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Intermediate Watercolor

Intermediate-level examination of watercolor painting characteristics. Students will explore methods and techniques in order to develop a deeper sensitivity to the medium. Focus on extending one's kno

• California Community Colleges System
• 19th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Art, Prehistory to Medieval

This course introduces students to visual art and architecture from prehistory to the medieval era with a focus on art from Europe, North Africa, and the near East. The course will further consider gl

• California Community Colleges System
• 20th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Introduction to Illustration

Introduction to the professional field of illustration. Instruction focuses on principal areas within the field, such as editorial, fashion, fantasy, and scientific illustration, exploring their histo

• California Community Colleges System
• 31st Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Intro. Human Physiology

A course in general human physiology which stresses the analysis of normal function of the human body, including the physiology of cells, muscles, the nervous system, sensation, digestion, circulation

• California Community Colleges System
• 19th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

General Biology

A general introduction to evolution, the diversity of life, plant form and function, and ecology. Intended for students majoring in the biological sciences, but open to all qualified students.

• California Community Colleges System
• 31st Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Ecology

Fundamental concepts of ecology, field observations and experiments applying the scientific method; chemical and energy cycles; effect of physical and biological environment on community structure; di

• California Community Colleges System
• 19th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

General Biology

A general introduction to cell structure and function, cell biochemistry, cell cycle, principles of molecular and organismal genetics, genetic engineering, and animal form and function. Intended for s

• California Community Colleges System
• 1st Sep, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Science of Living Organisms

The major concepts of the biological sciences including biochemistry, cells, evolution, genetics, bioenergetics, microbiology, botany, mycology, zoology, ecology, and biotechnology.

• California Community Colleges System
• 31st Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Human Anatomy and Physiology

An integrated course covering the fundamental principles of human anatomy and physiology.

• California Community Colleges System
• 19th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

Manga and Anime

An examination and analysis of Japanese comics (manga) and animation (anime), and the role they play in Japanese culture as artistic forms of expression, an industry, and as representations of history

• California Community Colleges System
• 31st Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course