Social & Behavioral Sciences
HD 7
This course presents a study of the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial processes of human development from conception through adolescence. It introduces the theories, research, and applications that constitute the field of child development both typical and atypical, examining both traditional approaches and recent innovations. Topics address the physical, motor, perceptual, cognitive, emotional, and social areas of development. The course discusses issues related to intellectual functioning, learning, personality, social roles and relationships, and adjustment. It meets Title 22 Licensing requirements and California Child Development Permit Requirements. HD 7 is also listed as PSYC 7; credit will be given in either area, not both. C-ID: CDEV 100
HD 110
This course introduces the underlying theoretical principles of developmentally appropriate practices as applied to early childhood education programs and environments. The course emphasizes the key role of relationships, constructive adult-child interactions, and teaching strategies in supporting the physical, social, creative, and intellectual development of all children. The course includes a review of the historical roots of early childhood programs and the evolution of professional practices promoting advocacy, ethics, and professional identity, as well as current trends in the field. Students are introduced to different types of early childhood programs, professional opportunities and qualifications, and laws and regulations governing programs. C-ID: ECE 120
AJ 2
This course offers an introduction to the history and philosophy of the administration of justice system as it has evolved over time. The course studies in-depth the American system of criminal justice and its various subsystems; the roles and role expectations of criminal justice agents; theories and concepts of crime, crime causation, punishment, rehabilitation, victimization, and disparity in treatment of offenders; local and federal court systems; and ethics, education, and training for professionalism in the criminal justice system. C-ID: AJ 110
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Students who complete an area of study in Social and Behavioral Sciences will learn to think critically about the relationships among people, their actions, their environments, and their societies. They will better understand how power structures, places, and cultural differences affect these relationships. They will improve their research, data analysis, communication, and academic writing skills, and learn how to creatively apply these skills to solve problems and engage with civic institutions and policies in our ever-changing world.
Political Science Internships
CWE 167:
Cooperative Work Experience
- Political Science 1-4
- Units 1-4 hours lecture
- Transfers: CSU
- Prerequisite: Student must have taken or must be currently taking a course in college-level political science.
- Limitation: Students must be concurrently enrolled in 7 units, including CWE.
Application must be approved by CWE coordinator. This course provides students an opportunity for supervised work experience.
Departmental Mission Statement
The Department of Political Science strives to further the primary goals of the Irvine Valley College Mission Statement. Completion of political science courses will assist students in meeting their career, transfer and lifelong learning goals as members of a diverse and changing society. The Department of Political Science strives to offer a curriculum of diversity and breadth that prepares students to be astute and keen political observers and actors.
Why study Political Science?
Are you interested in American politics? International affairs? Critical issues like civil rights, health care, the environment and the deficit? If so, you should consider political science as a major.