Introduces the scientific method as used in the study of humans as biological organisms. Focuses on human evolution and diversity, including genetics, evolution, primatology, paleoanthropology, human variation, and biocultural adaptation. Examines how humans relate to other living organisms and how the tools of science are used to reconstruct the past history of our species. Course Credit Limitations: Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of “C” or better or "P". Moorpark College Honors Program requires a letter grade. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing; Provider number CEP28111 for 45 contact hours.

This course provides an overview, from a psychological perspective, of human development throughout the entire lifespan from conception through death, including biological and environmental influences. Current theories and research in the areas of heredity and environment, emotion, intellect and cognition, language, socialization, personality, sexuality, maturation, and gerontology will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on identifying and encouraging normal development, with some attention given to recognizing and preventing abnormal patterns. Field trips may be required. Recommended Prep: ENGL V02 or eligibility to enroll in English Composition (ENGL V01A) as determined by the college's multiple measures assessment process. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: Psych 5.

Introduces the creation and development of American society to 1877. Explores the colonial foundation of American cultural heritage; growth of the US political party system; women and social reform; the institution of and movement to abolish slavery; the Civil War, including its causes and Reconstruction. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Satisfies US-1 (historical development of American institutions and ideals) requirement of CSU Title V. Formerly: HIST M07A.