Transfer (AS-T) Degree is intended to meet the lower division requirements for Hospitality majors (or similar majors) at a CSU campus that offers a Hospitality Management baccalaureate degree. This degree is designed for students interested in gaining the basic concepts of Hospitality Management and to prepare them for jobs with local and global hotels, restaurants, airlines, cruise lines, sports arenas, entertainment, and amusement parks. On completion, students are ready to transfer seamlessly into Hospitality Management and related degree programs at a CSU.
Please contact the Student Success Team for this program if you have any questions.| Course | Units | Typically Offered |
| 1st Semester | ||
| HOSP 101 - Introduction to the Hospitality IndustryM | 3.0 | |
HOSP 101 - Introduction to the Hospitality Industry (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course provides an overview of the hospitality industry with perspectives on customer service, operations, and career opportunities. Key industry segments are presented with close attention to service standards, trends and issues, the interrelationships between industry segments and the connections with the tourism industry. | ||
| ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (Cal-GETC 1A)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (3.5 units) (Formerly ENGL 001A, ENGL 101) Prerequisite:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process. In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. This composition course enables students to generate logical, coherent essays that incorporate sources necessary for academic and professional success. Students become proficient in researching, evaluating, and incorporating sources, and in learning critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections before applying these skills to creating original documented essays. The writing workshop component of the course is designed to assist students with improving and refining their writing and language skills: Students complete writing workshop activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. | ||
| Cal-GETC 3A - ArtsGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Select one: STAT C1000 / STAT C1000H (Cal-GETC 2)GE | 4.0 | |
STAT C1000 - Introduction to Statistics (formerly MATH 130) (4.0 units) (Formerly MATH 012, MATH 130) Advisory:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra. ENGL C1000, READ 101 This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. STAT C1000H - Introduction to Statistics - Honors (formerly MATH 130H) (4.0 units) Advisory:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra. READ 101, ENGL C1000 This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. This is an honors course. This course is recommended for students intending on participating in the Honors Transfer Program. | ||
| UC/CSU ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 16.5† | |
| 2nd Semester | ||
| Select one: ECON 102 / ECON 102H / HOSP 102 / HOSP 103 / HOSP 104 / HOSP 201 M | 3.0 | |
ECON 102 - Principles of Microeconomics (3.0 units) (Formerly ECON 001B) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an elementary algebra course. This introductory course in economic analysis of markets has students learn how markets work to coordinate consumers and producers, the various causes of the failure of free markets, and policies used to correct or regulate market behavior. The course is intended for economics and business majors as well as to satisfy General Education (GE) requirements, and may be taken prior to ECON 101. ECON 102H - Principles of Microeconomics Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000; Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an intermediate algebra course. Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: ECON 102 or ECON 102H) This introductory course in economic analysis of markets has students learn how markets work to coordinate consumers and producers, the various causes of the failure of free markets, and policies used to correct or regulate market behavior. Students complete a research project on an actual economic policy or a theoretical view. The course is intended for economics and business majors as well as to satisfy General Education (GE) requirements, and may be taken prior to ECON 101 by any student who has completed ENGL 101 with a “C” or better. This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. HOSP 102 - Introduction to Hotel Operations (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed to introduce students to the hotel industry. Students will gain an understanding of hotel organization and classification, and the range of hotel operations including front office, housekeeping, food and beverage, information systems, accounting, and property maintenance. They will also gain an understanding of how these functional areas work together to deliver the guest experience and exceed guests’ expectations. HOSP 103 - Sanitation and Safety (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. In this course, students learn the principles and practices of sanitation and safety in food service operations. Topics covered include food-borne illness identification and prevention, contamination, handling food safely, the Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Point (HACCP) system, the flow of food (purchasing, receiving, and storing), food preparation, the flow of food service (holding and serving), safe facility maintenance and prevention, pest management, and accident and fire prevention. In addition, students learn the general understanding of industry vocabulary, methods, and aspects of food service operations. This course prepares students for the National Restaurant Association’s ServSafe® Manager Certification. HOSP 104 - Introduction to Food and Beverage Management (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed to introduce students to the food and beverage industry and entry-level management of food and beverage operations. Focal areas include an overview of the food service industry, nutrition, menu pricing and food costs, types of food and beverage service, sanitation and safety, managing finances, and sustainability. HOSP 201 - Hospitality Law (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. The course explores the legal relationship and considerations of hotel, restaurant, travel and tourism operations. Limiting personal and business exposure to liability and best practices for complying with requirements of the US legal system are emphasized. Topics include food and beverage liability, employee selection, common contracts, responsibilities to guests and for guest property, safety and security, and Americans with Disabilities Act. | ||
| Cal-GETC 3B - HumanitiesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Cal-GETC 1B - Critical Thinking and CompositionGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Select one: Cal-GETC 3A / Cal-GETC 3B GE | 3.0† | |
Cal-GETC 3A - Arts (3.0† units) Notes: Select one: Cal-GETC 3B - Humanities (3.0† units) Notes: Select one: | ||
| Select one: POLS C1000 / POLS C1000H (Cal-GETC 4)GE | 3.0 | |
POLS C1000 - American Government and Politics (formerly POLS 110) (3.0 units) (Formerly POLS 110, 002) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, political issues, and public policy using political science theory and methodology. POLS C1000H - American Government and Politics - Honors (formerly POLS 110H) (3.0 units) (Formerly POLYS 110H, POLS 110H) Advisory: ENGL C1000 This is an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, and public policy using political science theory and methodology. This is an honors course. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 15.0† | |
| Summer 1 | ||
| Cal-GETC 6 - Ethnic StudiesGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 3.0 | |
| 3rd Semester | ||
| Select one: ACCT 101 / ACCT 101H / ECON 101 / ECON 101H M | 3.0† | |
ACCT 101 - Financial Accounting (4.0 units) Advisory:ACCT 100; It is advised that students have a knowledge of elementary algebra concepts and be able to read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to the theory, principles, and practice of accounting and financial reporting for corporations. Topics include analysis and recording of financial transactions; preparation, analysis, and interpretation of financial statements; and accounting for assets, liabilities, and equities. Computer applications are integrated into the homework. This course is required for all accounting and business administration majors.. ACCT 101H - Financial Accounting Honors (4.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000Advisory:ACCT 100; It is advised that students have a knowledge of elementary algebra concepts and be able to read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to the theory, principles, and practice of accounting and financial reporting for corporations. Topics include analysis and recording of financial transactions; preparation, analysis, and interpretation of financial statements; and accounting for assets, liabilities, and equities. Computer applications are integrated into the homework. This course is required for all accounting and business administration majors. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. ECON 101 - Principles of Macroeconomics (3.0 units) (Formerly ECON 001A) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an elementary algebra course. This introductory course has students learn to analyze and describe the performance and policies of national economic systems, with particular emphasis on the U.S. economy. The course is intended for economics or business majors and also satisfies General Education (GE) requirements. Topics include production possibilities and tradeoffs; comparative economic systems; the functions of government; national income and employment; business cycles; money and banking; monetary and fiscal policy; comparative advantage and trade policy; economic growth and stability; and income distribution and poverty. ECON 101H - Principles of Macroeconomics Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000; Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an intermediate algebra course. This introductory course has students learn to analyze and describe the performance and policies of national economic systems, with particular emphasis on the U.S. economy. The course is intended for economics or business majors and also satisfies General Education (GE) requirements. Topics include production possibilities and tradeoffs; comparative economic systems; the functions of government; national income and employment; business cycles; money and banking; monetary and fiscal policy; comparative advantage and trade policy; economic growth and stability; and income distribution and poverty. This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. | ||
| Select one: ECON 102 / ECON 102H / HOSP 102 / HOSP 103 / HOSP 104 / HOSP 201 M | 3.0 | |
ECON 102 - Principles of Microeconomics (3.0 units) (Formerly ECON 001B) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an elementary algebra course. This introductory course in economic analysis of markets has students learn how markets work to coordinate consumers and producers, the various causes of the failure of free markets, and policies used to correct or regulate market behavior. The course is intended for economics and business majors as well as to satisfy General Education (GE) requirements, and may be taken prior to ECON 101. ECON 102H - Principles of Microeconomics Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000; Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an intermediate algebra course. Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: ECON 102 or ECON 102H) This introductory course in economic analysis of markets has students learn how markets work to coordinate consumers and producers, the various causes of the failure of free markets, and policies used to correct or regulate market behavior. Students complete a research project on an actual economic policy or a theoretical view. The course is intended for economics and business majors as well as to satisfy General Education (GE) requirements, and may be taken prior to ECON 101 by any student who has completed ENGL 101 with a “C” or better. This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. HOSP 102 - Introduction to Hotel Operations (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed to introduce students to the hotel industry. Students will gain an understanding of hotel organization and classification, and the range of hotel operations including front office, housekeeping, food and beverage, information systems, accounting, and property maintenance. They will also gain an understanding of how these functional areas work together to deliver the guest experience and exceed guests’ expectations. HOSP 103 - Sanitation and Safety (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. In this course, students learn the principles and practices of sanitation and safety in food service operations. Topics covered include food-borne illness identification and prevention, contamination, handling food safely, the Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Point (HACCP) system, the flow of food (purchasing, receiving, and storing), food preparation, the flow of food service (holding and serving), safe facility maintenance and prevention, pest management, and accident and fire prevention. In addition, students learn the general understanding of industry vocabulary, methods, and aspects of food service operations. This course prepares students for the National Restaurant Association’s ServSafe® Manager Certification. HOSP 104 - Introduction to Food and Beverage Management (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed to introduce students to the food and beverage industry and entry-level management of food and beverage operations. Focal areas include an overview of the food service industry, nutrition, menu pricing and food costs, types of food and beverage service, sanitation and safety, managing finances, and sustainability. HOSP 201 - Hospitality Law (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. The course explores the legal relationship and considerations of hotel, restaurant, travel and tourism operations. Limiting personal and business exposure to liability and best practices for complying with requirements of the US legal system are emphasized. Topics include food and beverage liability, employee selection, common contracts, responsibilities to guests and for guest property, safety and security, and Americans with Disabilities Act. | ||
| Cal-GETC 5A - Physical ScienceGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Cal-GETC 5C - LaboratoryGE | 1.0 | |
Select one if lab has not been completed in IGETC 5A or 5B. | ||
| UC/CSU ElectiveEL | 3.0 | |
Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 13.0† | |
| 4th Semester | ||
| Select one: ACCT 101 / ACCT 101H / ECON 101 / ECON 101H M | 3.0† | |
ACCT 101 - Financial Accounting (4.0 units) Advisory:ACCT 100; It is advised that students have a knowledge of elementary algebra concepts and be able to read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to the theory, principles, and practice of accounting and financial reporting for corporations. Topics include analysis and recording of financial transactions; preparation, analysis, and interpretation of financial statements; and accounting for assets, liabilities, and equities. Computer applications are integrated into the homework. This course is required for all accounting and business administration majors.. ACCT 101H - Financial Accounting Honors (4.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000Advisory:ACCT 100; It is advised that students have a knowledge of elementary algebra concepts and be able to read college-level texts. This course is an introduction to the theory, principles, and practice of accounting and financial reporting for corporations. Topics include analysis and recording of financial transactions; preparation, analysis, and interpretation of financial statements; and accounting for assets, liabilities, and equities. Computer applications are integrated into the homework. This course is required for all accounting and business administration majors. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program. ECON 101 - Principles of Macroeconomics (3.0 units) (Formerly ECON 001A) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an elementary algebra course. This introductory course has students learn to analyze and describe the performance and policies of national economic systems, with particular emphasis on the U.S. economy. The course is intended for economics or business majors and also satisfies General Education (GE) requirements. Topics include production possibilities and tradeoffs; comparative economic systems; the functions of government; national income and employment; business cycles; money and banking; monetary and fiscal policy; comparative advantage and trade policy; economic growth and stability; and income distribution and poverty. ECON 101H - Principles of Macroeconomics Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000; Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an intermediate algebra course. This introductory course has students learn to analyze and describe the performance and policies of national economic systems, with particular emphasis on the U.S. economy. The course is intended for economics or business majors and also satisfies General Education (GE) requirements. Topics include production possibilities and tradeoffs; comparative economic systems; the functions of government; national income and employment; business cycles; money and banking; monetary and fiscal policy; comparative advantage and trade policy; economic growth and stability; and income distribution and poverty. This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. | ||
| Select one: ECON 102 / ECON 102H / HOSP 102 / HOSP 103 / HOSP 104 / HOSP 201 M | 3.0 | |
ECON 102 - Principles of Microeconomics (3.0 units) (Formerly ECON 001B) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an elementary algebra course. This introductory course in economic analysis of markets has students learn how markets work to coordinate consumers and producers, the various causes of the failure of free markets, and policies used to correct or regulate market behavior. The course is intended for economics and business majors as well as to satisfy General Education (GE) requirements, and may be taken prior to ECON 101. ECON 102H - Principles of Microeconomics Honors (3.0 units) Prerequisite: ENGL C1000; Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an intermediate algebra course. Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: ECON 102 or ECON 102H) This introductory course in economic analysis of markets has students learn how markets work to coordinate consumers and producers, the various causes of the failure of free markets, and policies used to correct or regulate market behavior. Students complete a research project on an actual economic policy or a theoretical view. The course is intended for economics and business majors as well as to satisfy General Education (GE) requirements, and may be taken prior to ECON 101 by any student who has completed ENGL 101 with a “C” or better. This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. HOSP 102 - Introduction to Hotel Operations (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed to introduce students to the hotel industry. Students will gain an understanding of hotel organization and classification, and the range of hotel operations including front office, housekeeping, food and beverage, information systems, accounting, and property maintenance. They will also gain an understanding of how these functional areas work together to deliver the guest experience and exceed guests’ expectations. HOSP 103 - Sanitation and Safety (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. In this course, students learn the principles and practices of sanitation and safety in food service operations. Topics covered include food-borne illness identification and prevention, contamination, handling food safely, the Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Point (HACCP) system, the flow of food (purchasing, receiving, and storing), food preparation, the flow of food service (holding and serving), safe facility maintenance and prevention, pest management, and accident and fire prevention. In addition, students learn the general understanding of industry vocabulary, methods, and aspects of food service operations. This course prepares students for the National Restaurant Association’s ServSafe® Manager Certification. HOSP 104 - Introduction to Food and Beverage Management (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed to introduce students to the food and beverage industry and entry-level management of food and beverage operations. Focal areas include an overview of the food service industry, nutrition, menu pricing and food costs, types of food and beverage service, sanitation and safety, managing finances, and sustainability. HOSP 201 - Hospitality Law (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. The course explores the legal relationship and considerations of hotel, restaurant, travel and tourism operations. Limiting personal and business exposure to liability and best practices for complying with requirements of the US legal system are emphasized. Topics include food and beverage liability, employee selection, common contracts, responsibilities to guests and for guest property, safety and security, and Americans with Disabilities Act. | ||
| Cal-GETC 5B - Biological ScienceGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
| Cal-GETC 1C - Oral CommunicationGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 12.0† | |
| Total Units for Hospitality Management AS-T program (Transfer to Cal-GETC) | 59.5† | |
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| † | Some classes may have higher units |
| M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
| GE | General Education course |
| EL | Elective Course |
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