Information Studies
4 courses · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
INFO 100 Library Research Fundamentals
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is designed to teach students basic college-level research skills for effective use of traditional and electronic library resources. Instruction includes print and non-print information sources such as reference books, scholarly material, online subscription databases, and the Internet.
INFO 103 Researching in the Digital Age
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course focuses on library research strategies for effectively locating and evaluating information on the Internet. Central topics are formulating search strategies, understanding how to form search expressions, evaluating information, and citing resources.
INFO 105 AI Literacy
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course introduces students to the foundational concepts, ethical considerations, and practical applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in everyday life, education, and the workplace. INFO 105 emphasizes critical thinking, digital literacy, and responsible information use in AI-powered environments. Students will explore topics such as generative AI tools, algorithmic bias, data privacy, and the impact of AI on research, creativity, and decision-making, as well as the ethical concerns and ramifications of the field. Through hands-on activities and discussions, students will develop the skills to evaluate, interact with, and use AI technologies responsibly and effectively.
INFO 301 Academic Research and Information Literacy
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 Lecture
This course offers an in-depth exploration of information literacy as an essential academic, civic, and professional skill. Students will critically engage with complex information environments to develop advanced research strategies, evaluate diverse sources across disciplines, and synthesize information ethically and effectively. Emphasis is placed on scholarly communication, data and media literacy, algorithmic influence on information access, and the social and systemic forces shaping knowledge production. This course prepares students for upper-division coursework, transfer-level research, and lifelong learning in an evolving information landscape.