Rachel Carson College
2018-19 General Catalog
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Lower-Division Courses
1. Academic Literacy and Ethos: Environment and Society. F
Teaches foundational concepts for intellectual exploration and personal development within an academic community: analysis, critical thinking, metacognition, engagement with others across difference, and self-efficacy. Engages students in Rachel Carson's intellectual tradition of investigating relationships between environment and society. Enrollment is restricted to first-year college members. Enrollment limited to 30. The Staff
3L. Precalculus Academy Lab (2 credits). W
Students use worksheets designed to help them solve problems by thinking critically, and participate in answering project-based questions relevant to the themes of their college core courses. Prerequisite(s): Mathematics 2 or placement (MP) score of 200 or higher. Concurrent enrollment in Mathematics 3 is required. Enrollment is restricted to Oakes and Rachel Carson college members. Enrollment is by permission of the instructor. (Also offered as Oakes College 3L. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Enrollment limited to 40. May be repeated for credit. N. Bhattacharya
10. Academic Success (2 credits). F,W,S
An interactive course providing students with the opportunity to assess and revise methods of and purposes in studying. Critical, effective approaches to reading, writing, participating in lectures and sections, taking exams, balancing competing responsibilities, and utilizing campus resources are all explored. Enrollment by permission of college adviser. Enrollment limited to 30. L. Knisely
15. Strategies to Jump Start Your STEM Learning (2 credits). F,W,S
Introduces tips and techniques to supplement and expand a student's existing repertoire of science/mathematics problem-solving skills for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) classes. The material covered is intended to aid development as a confident learner and future expert in the student's major. Enrollment is restricted to first-year and sophomore Rachel Carson College members. Other students by permission. Enrollment limited to 25. S. Hein
20C. The Water Environment: Literature of the Sea (2 credits). *
Students consider the representation of the sea in selected texts, noting how it becomes the focal point for the fears, hopes, and prejudices of Western civilization. Students write critical papers and their own narratives. Enrollment restricted to first-year and sophomore college members. Enrollment limited to 25. C. Calsoyas
20D. College Students' Lives (2 credits). *
Students understand their peers and themselves better through an exploration of issues that affect the daily life of college students. Topics include campus/student cultures, the academic system, and other critical issues. Overview of campus resources also provided. Enrollment restricted to first-year and sophomore College members. The Staff
20F. Justice on Earth (3 credits). *
Examines issues of oppression, privilege, and social justice within a global and environmental context through self-reflective and group work. May include an optional service-learning component requiring travel during spring break. Enrollment limited to 20. The Staff
20G. Peregrine Falcons Return (2 credits). W
Required training laboratory for students who wish to pursue a hands-on, two-credit service project (laboratory or field) that is focused on peregrine falcon conservation. Enrollment limited to 26. G. Stewart
28. Peer Leadership in Higher Education (3 credits). *
Overview of theories of student development, critical student issues, and skills needed for appropriate peer leadership interventions. Utilizes a variety of learning modes including readings, discussions, case studies, lectures, and group projects. Interview only: approval of instructor; Resident Assistant (RA) pre-employment training course. Enrollment limited to 25. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
55. Rachel Carson College: Service Learning Practicum (2 credits). F,W,S
Introduces service-learning theory and practice for students engaging in service-learning work in the college, college-related projects, community service organizations, or public agencies. Enrollment restricted to college members until after priority enrollment. Enrollment limited to 40. May be repeated for credit. (General Education Code(s): PR-S.) S. Watrous
56. Media Internships for Sustainability (2 credits). F,W,S
Students develop and work on media projects related to the college theme of "Environment and Society" in film, on television, in print, and on the Internet. Students work in groups with specific instructors and project leaders. Enrollment by application and instructor consent. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
61. Education for Sustainable Living Program (2 credits). S
Analyzes sustainability and its application in daily life and on campus, involving collaboration between students, faculty, staff, administration, and the community. Guest lecturers, discussions, an optional UC-wide retreat, and essays allow engagement with aspects of ecological and social sustainability. The Staff
81B. Fundamentals of Environmental Science.
Addresses major issues in physical and biological environmental sciences and provides tools to critically evaluate, debate, and make informed choices regarding one's own impact on the environment. Topics include: climate change, water resources, air pollution, evolution, ecology (from populations to ecosystems), and conservation. Quantitative problem solving is an integral part of this course. (Also offered as Earth Sciences 81B. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s): courses 80A or 80B. Enrollment restricted to first-year and sophomore college members. (General Education Code(s): MF.) L. Fox, P. Chuang
81C. Designing a Sustainable Future.
Introduces key technological solutions to environmental problems; discusses their underlying principles; and examines their societal dimensions. Topics include: conventional and renewable energy; emerging technologies for transportation, energy efficiency clean water; planetary engineering; and lean manufacturing. (Also offered as Electrical Engineering 81C. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Prerequisite(s): courses 80A or 80B. Enrollment restricted to first-year and sophomore college members. (General Education Code(s): SI.) L. Parsa
82. Environment and Society in Film (2 credits). S
Students write about and discuss a variety of films and articles about environment and society. Topics may include water, food systems, wilderness, wildlife, pollution, global warming, nuclear energy, conservation, and environmental activism. Enrollment restricted to college members. Enrollment limited to 42. N. Schaefer
90. Rachel Carson College Garden Internship (1 credit). F,W,S
One-credit internship in the Rachel Carson College Garden. Offers students of the college an opportunity to become involved in an experimental learning project focusing on application of concepts of sustainable agriculture. Enrollment restricted to college members. Enrollment limited to 10. May be repeated for credit. K. Monsen
93. Field Study. F,W,S
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99. Tutorial. F,W,S
May be repeated for credit. The Staff
99F. Tutorial (2 credits). F,W,S
Individual study for lower-division students directed by a faculty member affiliated with the college. Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
Upper-Division Courses
122. United Nations Contemporary Issues (2 credits). S
Introduces the Model United Nations through discussion of contemporary issues. Students learn parliamentary procedures and U.N. protocols, as well as how to work collaboratively to research and to present position papers. Students learn resolution writing, alliance building, and persuasive speech. (Also offered as Cowell College 122. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Enrollment limited to 35. May be repeated for credit. (General Education Code(s): PR-E.) The Staff
128. Advanced Peer Leadership Practicum (3 credits). *
Advanced practicum for the application of skills and theoretical knowledge studied in course 28. Uses many learning modes including readings, discussions, case studies, lectures, and group projects. Prerequisite(s): course 28. Enrollment by permission of instructor. Enrollment limited to 25. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
150A. Sustainability Praxis in the Built Environment (2 credits).
Introduces the concepts, methods, and practices of research on sustainable energy, water, and food production and consumption. Resources surveying and assessment; building energy auditing; renewable energy systems; water supply, demand, and distribution. Intensive agroecology is conducted at campus sites. Enrollment limited to 25. K. Bell, R. Lipschutz
150B. Tools of the Trade for Sustainability Analysis (2 credits).
Problem-solving in sustainability through basic STEM concepts, statistical tools, and analytical methods for engaging in advanced sustainability studies drawn from physics, chemistry, biology, ecology, engineering, electronics, sociology, economics, and public policy. Prerequisite(s): course 150A. Enrollment restricted to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Enrollment limited to 25. K. Bell, R. Lipschutz
150C. Green Enterprise and Social Entrepreneurship (2 credits).
Teaches students how to become green entrepreneurs, develop green enterprises, and incubate green projects, especially in connection with students' research and interests. Students develop business plans; solicit participation from mentors; and prepare and submit funding proposals. Prerequisite(s): courses 150A and 150B. K. Bell, R. Lipschutz
151A. Sustainability Praxis in the Built Environment. W
Introduces the concepts, methods, practices, and "tools of the trade" for conceptualizing and conducting research in sustainability praxis in the built environmnent, and the quantitative and analytical tools required to conduct such analysis and research. Prerequisite(s): Electrical Engineering 80S, or by permission of the instructor. (General Education Code(s): PE-T.) The Staff
151B. Innovation and Professionalization for Sustainability Designers, Engineers, and Entrepreneurs. S
Teaches how to become innovators and entrepreneurs, develop projects and enterprises, and adopt professional practices. Focuses on sustainability for students in Sustainability Studies, especially in connection with students' research and interests. Prerequisite(s): Electrical Engineering 80S, or by permission of the instructor. (F) The Staff
151C. Sustainability Laboratory Tools, Techniques, and Applications. F
Introduces the concepts, skills, and strategies fundamental to the successful development of sustainability-related projects appropriate to the Sustainability Lab. Provides access to functional and living laboratory space, equipment, professional development, and technical training. Enrollment limited to 25. K. Bell, T. Favaloro
152. IDEASS Laboratory Practicum (2 credits). F,W,S
Laboratory designed to advance sustainability education with real-world impact. Enables students to develop as change agents and to make valued contributions to sustainable-design projects that advance new technologies or strategies and bring about societal and environmental change. Enrollment limited to 20. May be repeated for credit. T. Ball, T. Rettenwender, K. Bell
155. Rachel Carson College Sustainability Internship (2 credits). *
For students undertaking sustainability-oriented service-learning work in the college (college-related projects, community service organizations, or public agencies). Students are supervised by the instructor and project supervisor, and determine the content of their internship with the instructor and supervisor. Enrollment restricted to college members or by permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit. (General Education Code(s): PR-S.) S. Watrous
160. Developing Leadership to Facilitate Environmental Education. W
Prepares students to facilitate working groups for "Sustainable Living" (courses 61/161) during the spring quarter. The skills acquired during this course include: facilitation skills; problem-solving; syllabus planning; curriculum building; experiential learning techniques; leadership skills; cultural competence; and non-violent communication training. Enrollment by interview only. Enrollment restricted to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Enrollment limited to 20. R. Lipschutz
161. Education for Sustainable Living Program. S
Analyzes sustainability and its application in daily life and on campus, involving collaboration between students, faculty, staff, administration, and the community. Guest lecturers, discussions, an optional UC-wide retreat, and essays allow engagement with aspects of ecological and social sustainability. Enrollment limited to 25. The Staff
162. Sustainability Internship Practicum. W,S
Introduces students to sustainable practices and state, local, and UC-wide policies through projects. Matches students with UCSC staff partners to work collaboratively on projects that integrate sustainability into aspects of campus operations. Supports students to develop the competencies necessary to become effective environmental professionals through learning models including hands-on work experience; professional skills training; guest lectures; reading, and discussion; and peer-to-peer advising. In addition to project deliverables, students complete and present a portfolio of their work upon completion of their project. Enrollment limited to Sustainability Office Interns and by instructor permission; an interview, resume, and cover letter are required. Enrollment limited to 20. May be repeated for credit. (General Education Code(s): PR-S.) The Staff
193. Field Study. F,W,S
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193F. Field Study (2 credits). F,W,S
Provides for individual programs of study sponsored by the college and performed off campus. Must be sponsored by college faculty. Approval of the student's adviser and the academic preceptor is needed to enroll. May be repeated three times for credit. Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. The Staff
195. Senior Thesis. F,W,S
May be repeated for credit. The Staff
198. Independent Field Study. F,W,S
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199. Tutorial. F,W,S
May be repeated for credit. The Staff
199F. Tutorial (2 credits). F,W,S
Individual study for upper-division students directed by a faculty member affiliated with the college. Students submit petition to sponsoring agency. May be repeated for credit. The Staff
Revised: 07/15/18
