General Studies (GNST)
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500-level courses generally are included in both the undergraduate- and graduate-level course listings; however, specific course/section offerings may vary between semesters. Students are responsible for ensuring that they enroll in courses that are applicable to their particular academic programs.
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GNST 295. Credit for Prior Learning3-30 Units
Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment as a student in the General Studies program.
Description: Receptacle course used to award lower-division Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) for college-level prior learning gained through occupational coursework, formal training, certifications, and work-based experience, as evaluated through GNST 305 Prior Learning Assessment.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GNST 303. Introduction to General Studies3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment as a student in the General Studies major.
Description: Introduces students to the General Studies major and provides them with the knowledge and understanding needed to successfully complete this interdisciplinary program. Students will create an individual plan of study to guide them through their General Studies major and prepare them to meet the program outcomes and professional goals.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GNST 305. Prior Learning Assessment3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Provisional admission to the General Studies major and permission of instructor.
Description: Introduces students to the identification, documentation, and evaluation of college-level prior learning derived from occupational coursework, formal training, and work-based experience. Students complete the portfolio required to request Credit for Prior Learning. Credit for Prior Learning is awarded separately through review of the portfolio by a faculty evaluator. A portfolio demonstrating college-level prior learning may result in the award of 3 to 30 hours of Credit for Prior Learning, as determined through the review process, in addition to the 3 credit hours earned upon successful completion of the course.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GNST 397. Advanced Credit for Prior Learning3-18 Units
Grading Basis: Credit/No Credit
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Description: Receptacle course used to award upper-division Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) for college-level prior learning gained through occupational coursework, formal training, certifications, and work-based experience, as evaluated through GNST 305 Prior Learning Assessment.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GNST 401. General Studies Capstone - CUE, WR3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and admission to the General Studies major.
Description: Provides students with the opportunity to complete an applied, interdisciplinary project and to identify how their integrated program of study provides real-world applicability and utility.
Note: Approved for the Arts and Sciences upper-level requirement in written communication (WR).
Course Attribute(s): CUE - This course fulfills the Culminating Undergraduate Experience (CUE) requirement for certain degree programs. CUE courses are advanced-level courses intended for majors with at least 90 earned credits/senior-level status.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
