Are you unsure of your major, but have an interest in learning more about subjects such as sociology, history, psychology, economics, global studies, and other related areas? Are you interested in understanding why people make the decisions that they do? If you want to learn more about human behavior, then the liberal arts social and behavioral sciences might be perfect for you!
Allan Hancock College’s liberal arts: social and behavioral sciences program emphasizes
the perspective, concepts, theories, and methodologies typically found in the disciplines
that comprise study in the social and behavioral sciences. Students will learn about
themselves and others as members of a larger society. Discussions will stimulate critical
thinking about ways people have acted in response to their societies and allow students
to evaluate how societies and social subgroups operate.
The Associate degree in liberal arts is designed for students who wish to have a broad
knowledge of social sciences. Students may find courses that they are interested in
studying further and transfer to a four-year university to pursue a degree in psychology,
history, sociology, global studies, child development, and many more.
This program will help you to:
- understand human behavior in relation to human social, political, and economic institutions
- develop individual responsibility, personal integrity, and respect for diverse people and culture
- study the past in order to understand and analyze present and future issues, problems, and projects
- understand the ways in which people act in response to society
Suggested Course Sequence
The "Suggested Course Sequence" is an example of how to complete the requirements plus any additional general education that may be needed. If you would like to create a personalized Student Education Plan (SEP), schedule a meeting with a counselor.
Fall Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Prerequisite: Placement based upon Allan Hancock College's placement policy.
Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.
Prerequisite: MATH 331 or Placement according to AHC placement policy.
A study of descriptive and inferential statistics including applications in the behavioral and natural sciences. Topics include classification and analysis of data, probability, distributions, sampling, the binomial, normal, t, F, and chi-square distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, regression analysis, analysis of variance and non-parametric methods. Calculators and/or computers will be used throughout.
A TOTAL OF 18 UNITS IS REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR WITH A MINIMUM OF ONE COURSE IN THREE
DIFFERENT SUBJECT AREAS. CHOOSE ONE COURSE EACH TIME IT IS INDICATED ON THE SUGGESTED
PROGRAM SEQUENCE
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GBST 101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3.0 |
A TOTAL OF 18 UNITS IS REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR WITH A MINIMUM OF ONE COURSE IN THREE
DIFFERENT SUBJECT AREAS. CHOOSE ONE COURSE EACH TIME IT IS INDICATED ON THE SUGGESTED
PROGRAM SEQUENCE
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GBST 101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3.0 |
Total Units:
14.0
Spring Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Choose one of the following courses:
- COMM 101, Public Speaking,
- COMM 102, Small Group Communication,
- COMM 106, Argumentation and Debate,
Select one course from this list.
1 unit
Some courses in GE categories B1: Physical Science and B2: Life Science have lab components that also fulfill this requirement. If the course you chose in either of these categories has a lab component, you have completed this requirement. You can verify whether it has a lab component by checking these lists:
If not, you can fulfill this requirement with either of these courses:
- ANTH 110: Biological Anthropology Lab
- GEOG 115: Physical Geography Lab
- GEOL 115: Oceanography Geography Lab
Select one course from this list.
Total Units:
15-16
Fall Semester (Year 2)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Select one course from this list.
A TOTAL OF 18 UNITS IS REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR WITH A MINIMUM OF ONE COURSE IN THREE
DIFFERENT SUBJECT AREAS. CHOOSE ONE COURSE EACH TIME IT IS INDICATED ON THE SUGGESTED
PROGRAM SEQUENCE
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GBST 101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3.0 |
Select one course from this list.
1 unit
Some courses in GE categories B1: Physical Science and B2: Life Science have lab components that also fulfill this requirement. If the course you chose in either of these categories has a lab component, you have completed this requirement. You can verify whether it has a lab component by checking these lists:
If not, you can fulfill this requirement with either of these courses:
- ANTH 110: Biological Anthropology Lab
- GEOG 115: Physical Geography Lab
- GEOL 115: Oceanography Geography Lab
Select one course from area C1: Arts or from area C2: Humanities
You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.
NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.
Total Units:
15-16
Spring Semester (Year 2)
Course #
Course Title
Units
A TOTAL OF 18 UNITS IS REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR WITH A MINIMUM OF ONE COURSE IN THREE
DIFFERENT SUBJECT AREAS. CHOOSE ONE COURSE EACH TIME IT IS INDICATED ON THE SUGGESTED
PROGRAM SEQUENCE
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GBST 101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3.0 |
Select one course from this list.
Choose one of the following courses:
- ENGL 103, Critical Thinking and Composition
- PHIL 112, Logic
- PHIL 114, Critical Thinking
- COMM 106, Argumentation and Debate
If you did not satisfy this requirement with high school coursework or an external exam, complete one of the courses from this list. If you are unsure if you have met this requirement, see a counselor.
- ES 120: Chicano History
- ES 121: African American History
- HIST 120: Chicano History
- HIST 121: African American History
NOTE: Students who started at Allan Hancock College (or any CCC or CSU) prior to Summer 2021 and have maintained continuous enrollment are not required to complete Area F for CSU GE Certification. See a counselor for further information.
You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.
NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.
Total Units:
15
Program Requirements:
"Program Requirements" specify the courses required for this program. See suggested course sequence for additional information.
A total of 18 units is required for the major with a minimum of one course in three different areas. Anthropology
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH 102 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ANTH 103 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Sociology
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| SOC 102 | Social Problems | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| SOC 104 | Social Science Research Methods | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| SOC 110 | Introduction to Marriage & Family | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| SOC 120 | Race and Ethnic Relations | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| SOC 155 | Media and Society | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| SOC 160 | Cities and Urban Life | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Speech
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 103 | Interpersonal Communication | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| COMM 110 | Intercultural Communication | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Administration of Justice
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 101 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| AJ 103 | Concepts of Criminal Law | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Early Childhood Studies
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ECS 100 | Child Growth and Development | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ECS 101 | Child, Family and Community | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Economics
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 121 | Business Economics | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| BUS 141 | Global Economics | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ECON 101 | Principles of Macro-Economics | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ECON 102 | Principles of Micro-Economics | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ECON 121 | Business Economics | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ECON 141 | Global Economics | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| GBST 141 | Global Economics | 3.000 |
Geography
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GEOG 102 | Human Geography | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| GEOG 103 | World Regional Geography | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Global Studies
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GBST 101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3.000 - 0.000 |
History
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HIST 103 | East Asian Civilization | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HIST 107 | U S History to 1877 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HIST 108 | U S History from 1877 to Present | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HIST 118 | United States History | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HIST 119 | History of California | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HIST 120 | Chicano History | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HUM 103 | East Asian Civilization | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Political Science
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| POLS 101 | Introduction to Political Science | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| POLS 103 | American Government | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| POLS 104 | Introduction to International Relations | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| POLS 105 | Comparative Politics | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Psychology
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 101 | General Psychology | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PSY 112 | Human Sexuality | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PSY 113 | Theories Of Personality | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PSY 117 | Child Psychology | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PSY 118 | Human Development - Lifespan | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Suggested Course Sequence
The "Suggested Course Sequence" is an example of how to complete the requirements plus any additional general education that may be needed. If you would like to create a personalized Student Education Plan (SEP), schedule a meeting with a counselor.
Fall Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Prerequisite: Placement based upon Allan Hancock College's placement policy.
Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.
A TOTAL OF 18 UNITS IS REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR WITH A MINIMUM OF ONE COURSE IN THREE
DIFFERENT SUBJECT AREAS. CHOOSE ONE COURSE EACH TIME IT IS INDICATED ON THE SUGGESTED
PROGRAM SEQUENCE
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GBST 101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3.0 |
A TOTAL OF 18 UNITS IS REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR WITH A MINIMUM OF ONE COURSE IN THREE
DIFFERENT SUBJECT AREAS. CHOOSE ONE COURSE EACH TIME IT IS INDICATED ON THE SUGGESTED
PROGRAM SEQUENCE
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GBST 101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3.0 |
You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.
NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.
You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.
NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.
Total Units:
16
Spring Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Courses that meet this requirement:
- Anthropology 101, 110 (when taken in conjunction with 101)
- Astronomy 100
- Biology 100, 120, 124, 132
- Chemistry 110, 120
- Environmental Technology 101
- Food Science and Nutrition 110
- Geography 101, 115
- Geology 100, 111, 114, 115, 131, 141
- Physical Science 111, 112
- Physics 100
- Viticulture and Enology 102
Courses that meet this requirement:
- Mathematics 100, 105, 121, 123, 131, 135, 141, 181, 182, 183, 184
Select one course from this list.
Total Units:
12.5 -18
Fall Semester (Year 2)
Course #
Course Title
Units
A TOTAL OF 18 UNITS IS REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR WITH A MINIMUM OF ONE COURSE IN THREE
DIFFERENT SUBJECT AREAS. CHOOSE ONE COURSE EACH TIME IT IS INDICATED ON THE SUGGESTED
PROGRAM SEQUENCE
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GBST 101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3.0 |
Select one course from the list below.
- American Sign Language 138
- Art 101, 103, 104, 105, 109, 170
- Communication Studies 108
- Dance 101, 110, 120, 130, 147
- Drama 103, 110, 111
- Early Childhood Studies 116, 123
- English 102, 106, 117, 118, 119, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135, 138,139, 140, 144, 145, 146, 148, 180
- Ethnic Studies 105, 120, 122
- Fashion 104, 105
- Film 101, 102, 103, 104, 108, 109, 110, 122
- French 101, 102
- Graphics 127
- History 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 120, 138
- Humanities 101, 102, 103, 104, 105
- Library 180
- Multimedia Arts and Communication 101, 102
- Music 100, 101, 102, 104, 106
- Philosophy 101, 102, 105, 121, 122
- Photo 110
- Spanish 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 112
Courses that meet this requirement:
- Anthropology 107
- English 150, 151, 152, 153
- Ethnic Studies 101, 105, 107, 120, 121, 122, 150, 151, 152, 153
- Fashion 105
- Film 122
- History 120, 121
ALL courses in this category also fulfill the AHC Graduation Requirement: Multicultural and Gender Studies
Courses that meet this requirement:
- Communication Studies 100, 101, 102, 106
- English 103, 104
- Philosophy 112, 114
You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.
NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.
Total Units:
15
Spring Semester (Year 2)
Course #
Course Title
Units
A TOTAL OF 18 UNITS IS REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR WITH A MINIMUM OF ONE COURSE IN THREE
DIFFERENT SUBJECT AREAS. CHOOSE ONE COURSE EACH TIME IT IS INDICATED ON THE SUGGESTED
PROGRAM SEQUENCE
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GBST 101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3.0 |
A TOTAL OF 18 UNITS IS REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR WITH A MINIMUM OF ONE COURSE IN THREE
DIFFERENT SUBJECT AREAS. CHOOSE ONE COURSE EACH TIME IT IS INDICATED ON THE SUGGESTED
PROGRAM SEQUENCE
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| GBST 101 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3.0 |
Select one course from the list below to fulfill the requirements for both GE Area 7: Living Skills and AHC Grad: Health Education and Safety.
- Early Childhood Studies 102
- Emergency Medical Services 102
- Food Science and Nutrition 109
- Health Education 100
- Personal Development 101
Courses that meet this requirement:
- Anthropology 107
- English 150, 151, 152, 153
- Ethnic Studies 101, 105, 107, 120, 121, 122, 150, 151, 152, 153
- Fashion 105
- Film 122
- History 120, 121
ALL courses in this category also fulfill the AHC Graduation Requirement: Multicultural and Gender Studies
You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.
NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.
Total Units:
15
Program Requirements:
"Program Requirements" specify the courses required for this program. See suggested course sequence for additional information.
A total of 18 major units with a minimum of two courses in arts and two courses in humanities. Arts
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ART 101 | Art Appreciation | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 103 | Art History Ancient to Medieval | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 104 | Art History Renaissance to Modern | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 105 | Art History of Mexico | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 106 | Art of the 20th Century | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 110 | Design 1 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 115 | Introduction to Animation | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 120 | Drawing 1 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 121 | Drawing 2 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 122 | Life Drawing 1 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 123 | Life Drawing 2 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 125 | Painting In Acrylics 1 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 126 | Painting in Acrylics 2 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 160 | Ceramics 1 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 161 | Ceramics 2 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 163 | Ceramics Workshop | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 164 | Sculpture 1 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ART 165 | Sculpture 2 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| DANC 101 | Dance Appreciation | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| DRMA 103 | Introduction to Theatre | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| DRMA 104 | Acting I | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| DRMA 110 | History of World Theatre 1 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| DRMA 111 | History of World Theatre 2 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| FILM 101 | Film as Art and Communication | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| FILM 102 | Hollywood and the American Film | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| FILM 107 | History of World Cinema | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| FILM 110 | Introduction to Motion Picture and Video Production | 4.000 - 0.000 |
| FILM 115 | Introduction To Animation | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| GRPH 110 | Introduction to Graphic Design | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MMAC 115 | Introduction to Animation | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 100 | Music Appreciation | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 102 | Music History Classical-Modern | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 101 | Music History Ancient-Baroque | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 104 | Roots of Pop, Rock, Jazz | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 106 | World Music Appreciation | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| MUS 110 | Music Fundamentals | 2.000 - 0.000 |
| PHTO 110 | Basic Photography | 3.000 - 0.000 |
Humanities
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ASL 121 | American Sign Language 2 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ASL 138 | Deaf History | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 102 | Freshman Composition Literature | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 106 | Creative Writing | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 130 | American Literature to 1865 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 131 | American Literature 1865 to Present | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 132 | Literature and Film | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 133 | Modern Fiction | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 135 | Introduction to Poetry | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 137 | Children's Literature | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 138 | Introduction to Shakespeare | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 139 | Ideas of Difference in Contemporary American Literature | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 144 | Literature: The Ancient and Classical World | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 145 | British Literature to 1800 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 146 | British Literature 1800 to Present | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ENGL 148 | Hispanic Literature in Translation | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| FILM 103 | Contemporary Latin American Film | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| FRCH 101 | Elementary French I | 5.000 - 0.000 |
| FRCH 102 | Elementary French II | 5.000 - 0.000 |
| HIST 101 | World Civilizations to 1600 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HIST 104 | Western Civilizations to 1650 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HIST 102 | World Civilizations Since 1500 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HIST 105 | Western Civilization Since 1650 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HIST 138 | Deaf History | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HUM 101 | World Civilizations to 1600 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HUM 102 | World Civilizations Since 1500 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HUM 104 | Western Civilizations to 1650 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| HUM 105 | Western Civilization Since 1650 | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PHIL 105 | Ethics | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PHIL 101 | Survey of Philosophy | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PHIL 121 | Religions of the Modern World | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PHIL 102 | Existence and Reality | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PHIL 122 | Exploring Religious Issues | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| SPAN 101 | Elementary Spanish I | 5.000 - 0.000 |
| SPAN 102 | Elementary Spanish II | 5.000 - 0.000 |
| SPAN 103 | Intermediate Spanish I | 5.000 - 0.000 |
| SPAN 104 | Intermediate Spanish II | 5.000 - 0.000 |
| SPAN 112 | Advanced Spanish Conversation | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| COMM 108 | Oral Interpretation | 3.000 - 0.000 |
AHC General Education Pattern 21-30 units
AHC Graduation and Proficiency Requirements
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Contact Information
Dean of Student Services
Yvonne Teniente-Cuello,
(pronouns: Her, Hers, She)
805-922-6966 ext. 3631
yteniente@hancockcollege.edu
Department Chair
Cynthia Diaz
805-922-6966 ext.3708
cdiaz@hancockcollege.edu
Administrative Support
Pablo Andrade-Arreola
Administrative Assistant
805-922-6966 ext.3631
pablo.andradearreola@hancockcollege.edu
Location
Santa Maria Campus
Building A, 1st Floor Student Services
1-805-922-6966 ext. 3293
Lompoc Valley Center
Building 1
805-735-3366 ext. 5374
