1. College Success

• COLLG 110 College Success (3 credits)

• Course purpose: A foundational course to explore and affirm a career choice and build upon the skills, knowledge, and resources that will support you at Pierce College and beyond.

2. English Composition I

• ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Clear and strategic written communication with others is a central feature of all careers. You will apply rhetorical concepts, analyze text, compose work, and demonstrate information competency which are required if you want to be a teacher or a translator.

3. Research Essentials

• INFO 101 Research Essentials (2 credits)

• Course purpose: This course will help you apply research skills and strategies needed to better access information, evaluate it for credibility, and apply it for a variety of purposes in your life.

4. Spanish Course Recommendation

Take one course each quarter until sequence is finished.

• SPAN& 121 Spanish I (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course serves a foundational role in the Spanish series. 

• SPAN& 122 Spanish II (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course provides the foundational language skills for those students pursuing a Spanish/Latin American degree.  

• SPAN& 123 Spanish III (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Students at this point should be committed to a career as an interpreter/translator, teacher, or a student seeking to minor in Spanish/Latin American studies. If your career path is education you should also complete Spanish 123 because some education programs and certificates require 3 quarters of a language to fulfill their foreign language requirement.

• SPAN& 221 Spanish IV (5 credits)

• Course purpose: If you are looking to either major or minor in Spanish, and wish to expand your conversational and writing skills, you should take this intermediate-level course. Strong emphasis is made on building oral skills and introducing more sophisticated sources in the target language.

Action Item: Meet with Advisor

Use your Success Network! In your first quarter, meet with your advisor to revisit your career and transfer path, make adjustments to your goals as needed, and plan for your next steps.

5. Math Course Recommendation

The math course you select will depend on the transfer institution you plan to attend and your math placement.  Your advisor will assist you in selecting the appropriate course(s).

Mathematics Courses   

6. English Composition II

• ENGL& 102 Composition II: Argumentation and Research (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course is required for the interpreter/education/Latin American studies degree pathway. You will receive grounding in reading and an understanding in the theory of the field and research.

7. Political Science Course Recommendation

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• POLS& 101 Introduction to Political Science (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course provides foundational knowledge of government and political ideologies to better understand the political systems of Latin America. If you want to pursue a career as a translator/interpreter, you must have some basic knowledge of the legal system and political process. 

• POLS& 203 International Relations (5 credits)

• Course purpose: In the interpreting/Spanish/teaching profession you will need to have the ability to understand global issues that affect the population you work with or teach about. Students are required to evaluate the actions of global people/persons and how others approach global issues.

8. Public Speaking

• CMST& 220 Public Speaking (5 credits)

• Course purpose: The ability to gather, select, organize and deliver information to audiences in a variety of contexts is a fundamental skill of language instructors and professionals in the public sphere.

9. Introduction to Statistics

• MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course covers sample methods, use of statistical terms, experimental and observational studies, the uses and misuses of statistics, and communication of data results.

Action Item: Apply for Graduation

Way to go! It is time to apply for graduation. Visit the Pierce College Graduation website for details. https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/graduation

10. Social Science Course Recommendation

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• HIST 265 History of Latin American Since 1810 (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course should provide the foundational knowledge you will need to know prior to entering into a Latin American Studies program.

• PSYC& 100 General Psychology (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This Social Science option is for students who are seeking a career in teaching/education.

11. Social Science Course Recommendation

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• ANTH& 206 Cultural Anthropology (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Language teachers work with diverse populations in our society. This course explores universal human rights which will help you understand the communities you will likely work with.  

• GEOG 150 The Americas, Australia, Europe and New Zealand (5 credits)

• Course purpose: If you are going into Latin American Studies or Spanish you will need to examine the relationship between humans and their environments. This course will serve as a basis for future coursework in cultural, economic, and political studies pertaining to Latin America and Latino communities in the U.S.

• PSYC& 200 Lifespan Psychology (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This Social Science option is for you if seeking a career in teaching/education.

• SOC& 201 Social Problems (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Understanding of the social problems that affect the members of the community they serve is important for language professionals. This course will provide foundational knowledge for you to compare and contrast social problems outside of the U.S as you continue your education.

12. Latin American Thought and Culture

• HUM 107 Latin American Thought and Culture (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course will deepen your knowledge of Latin America.  

13. Natural Science Course Recommendation

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• BIOL& 160 General Biology w/Lab (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course is a life science that covers scientific methodology and evolution, ecological perspectives, cells, biotechnology, genetics, diversity of life, metabolism and life and reproduction. 

• CHEM& 110 Chemical Concepts with Lab (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course reviews the relationship of basic chemical concepts to issues in modern society. It is intended for non-science majors.

• CHEM& 139 General Chemistry Prep (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course introduces mathematical and chemical principles such as problem solving, graphs, calculator use, atomic structure, periodic properties, inorganic nomenclature, the mole, balancing equations and stoichiometry. Non-lab course.

• CHEM& 161 General Chemistry with Lab I (5 credits)

• Course purpose: The course covers measurements, significant figures, dimensional analysis, and fundamentals of atomic structure, stoichiometry, reactions, gas laws, thermochemistry, and an introduction to solutions. Lab included. 

• ENVS 150 Environmental Issues (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Interpreters/translators, Spanish teachers, or students seeking a degree in Spanish/Latin American studies need to have knowledge of environmental issues that affect Spanish speaking countries and communities culturally, geographically, economically, and politically.

• GEOL& 103 Historical Geology (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course provides you with perspective on present-day global environmental concerns. Students pursuing a degree in Spanish, Interpreting/translating, or Latin American studies are recommended to take this course. 

14. Natural Science Course Recommendation

Take one natural science course from 13, that you have not completed.

15. English/Education Course Recommendation

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• EDUC& 202 Introduction to Education (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Recommended if you are pursuing a degree in education.

• ENGL 107 Composition III: Writing About Literature (5 credits)

• Course purpose: You will learn to use technical writing conventions that are applicable to different professions, including interpreting, teaching, and research. 

• ENGL& 111 Intro to Literature (5 credits)

• Course purpose: If you are going into an interpreter/translator program or a M.A in Spanish you should select this course.

16. Humanities/Sociology/Education Course Recommendation

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• EDUC 190 Education Practicum (3-5 credits)

• Course purpose: If you are pursuing a degree in education you are highly recommended to take this course if you plan to get a teacher certification. You will be able to observe and participate under qualified supervision in programs for young children.  

• HUM 106 Ethnic Thought and Culture (5 credits)

• Course purpose: This course is recommended for a career in education, interpreting/translating, Spanish, or Latin American Studies. In these professions you will interact with diverse groups of people and need to demonstrate an understanding and sensitivity of those you serve. You will gain awareness and investigate issues surrounding ethnic identities.

• SOC 235 Race and Ethnicity (5 credits)

• Course purpose: Teachers need an understanding of systemic issues impacting education today, including sex, gender, race, ethnicity, and social stratification. This course provides a broad overview of the study of society and human interaction.

Total Credits: 90