Humanities (HUM)
HUM C1003 Units (54 lecture hours)
Introduction to the Humanities
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.
A survey of Western Civilization from its roots in prehistory to its current influence throughout the world, this course considers the religious, intellectual, socio-political, philosophical, and cultural values that have influenced the arts of the West. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing HUM C100
- Art History, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer
- Arts and Humanities, Associate of Arts Degree
- College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
- Graduation Requirements
- History, Associate of Arts Degree
- Humanities (HUM)
- Option 1 - AA/AS Local General Education
- Option 2 - CalGETC General Education
- Philosophy, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer
HUM C1103 Units (54 lecture hours)
Humanities through the Arts
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.
This course surveys Western civilization's cultural achievements in music, literature, drama, film, painting, sculpture, and architecture. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing HUM C110
HUM C1353 Units (54 lecture hours)
History and Appreciation of the Cinema
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.
Formerly HUM C130. This course explores the world of cinema. Content includes film theory, appreciation and criticism, narrative devices and techniques, the movie-making industry, and film's influence on culture. Among other genres, the rom-com, musical, gangster, western, action, epic, foreign, independent, animated, and documentary will be critiqued. Students also learn the terminology of cinematography. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.