Full Time Faculty:

Chandler, Alan C. Phone: 408-855-52581
E-mail: alan_chandler@wvmccd.cc.ca.us

Guich, Daniel Phone: 408-855-5270
E-mail: daniel_guich@wvmccd.cc.ca.us

Laird, Ruth Phone: 408-855-5186

Le, Son M. Phone: 408-855-5269
E-mail: son_le@wvmccd.cc.ca.us

Moyers, Chris Phone: 408-855-5300
E-mail: cmoyers@pacbell.net

The Social Science major offers a broad, multi-disciplined program of study, enabling people to pursue a career and their interest in human affairs systematically and without the usual constraints imposed by the single-discipline major.

For those planning to transfer to a 4-year institution, the program is designed to give students the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree while completing the required transfer general education classes. In addition, for students planning to major in one of the social and behavioral sciences, the degree can provide a strong foundation in your major, usually filling the required lower-division courses in a particular major. For those not planning to transfer to another institution, the major does not lock a student into a specific career or profession, but instead allows a student several career options.

The major requires a minimum of 18 units taken from the categories listed below, in addition to the college's general education requirements.

Learning Outcomes:

The degree provides a broad foundation in the social sciences, sound preparation for employment in public agencies and private firms, and helps develop strong writing, speaking and problem-solving skills needed in today's competitive world.

Career Options:

Community Advisor Computer Programmer Counselor Criminal Justice Administration Educational Administrator Financial Analyst Health Care Administrator Lobbyist Personnel Recruiter Programmer Evaluator Research Analyst Social Program Administrator Special Education Public Service Professional Civil Rights Community Development Employment Resources Labor Relations Planning

Community Relations Corrections Officer Reporter Editor Environmental Analyst Gerontologist Lawyer Peace Officer Probation Officer Public Relations Officer Sales Representative Social Worker Teacher Teacher Housing Insurance Office

Some career choices may require courses beyond the Associate Degree.

Highlights:

• Experienced instructors and convenient classes.
• Fill your General Education Requirements.
• Hone your writing and analytical skills.
• Deepen your understanding of American society and the global community.

A.S. Degree:

• Social Sciences

Departments:

Administration of Justice Economics History Geography

Philosophy Political Science Psychology Sociology

Additional Catalog Information:

• Social Sciences (PDF)

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