English Courses
Composition and Literature
1A CRITICAL READING AND COMPOSITION 3 UNITS
Integrated approach to reading, writing, and critical thinking intended to
develop ability to read and write complex, college-level prose. Examination
of ideas in relation to individual's world view and contexts from which these
ideas arise. Some research required. Prerequisite: English 100B or 104 or
equivalent or an appropriate skill level demonstrated through the English
assessment process. 3 hours. (CAN ENGL; ENGL 1A + ENGL 3 = CAN ENGL SEQ A)
Transfer: CSU, UC; GE: LPC AA/AS, CSU Area A, IGETC Area 1
3 COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS OF LITERATURE 3 UNITS
Full-length works of prose fiction, drama, and poetry from diverse cultural
sources. Develops strategies for critical reading, writing and thinking based
on literature. Writing assignments require analysis and interpretation of
literary texts, as well as some contextual research. Prerequisite: English
1A (completed with a grade of "C" or higher). 3 hours. (CAN ENGL;
ENGL 1A + ENGL 3 = CAN ENGL SEQ A) Transfer: CSU, UC; GE: LPC AA/AS, CSU
Area C, IGETC Area 3
4 CRITICAL THINKING AND WRITING ABOUT LITERATURE 3 UNITS
Develops critical thinking, reading, and writing skills as they apply to the
analysis of fiction, poetry and drama; literary criticism; and related non-fiction
from diverse cultural sources and perspectives. Emphasis on the techniques
and principles of effective written argument as they apply to literature.
Some research required. Prerequisite: English 1A (completed with a grade
of "C" or higher). 3 hours. Transfer: CSU, UC; GE: LPC AA/AS, CSU
Area A, IGETC Area 1
7 CRITICAL THINKING AND WRITING ACROSS DISCIPLINES 3 UNITS
Develops critical thinking, reading, and writing skills as they apply to the
textual analysis of primary and secondary book-length works from a range
of academic and cultural contexts. Emphasis on the techniques and principles
of effective written argument in research-based writing across disciplines.
Prerequisite: English 1A (completed with a grade of "C" or higher).
3 hours. Transfer: CSU, UC; GE: LPC AA/AS, CSU Area A, IGETC Area 1
ENG 11 - INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING - 3 units
Elements of creative writing, including narrative, verse and
dialogue, using materials drawn from individual's own work and selected
texts. Strongly recommended: Eligibility for English 1A. 3 hours.
12 THE CRAFT OF WRITING FICTION 3 UNITS
(May be repeated 3 times)
Practice in writing fiction. Developing internal and external sources for stories
and novels; biographical sources, characterization, plotting, points of view,
narrative techniques; analysis and criticism of published writing and individual's
own work. Strongly recommended: Eligibility for English 1A or 52A. 3 hours.
Transfer: CSU; GE: AA/AS, CSU Area C
ENGL 13 - THE CRAFT OF WRITING - Poetry - 3 units
Practice in writing poetry, using materials drawn from published poetry and individual's own work for analysis and criticism, with a focus on techniques of revision. Strongly recommended: English 11. 3 hours.
19 LITERARY MAGAZINE WORKSHOP 1 UNIT
(May be repeated 3 times)
Practical workshop training in the managing, editing, and printing of a literary
supplement and/or magazine. Workshop enrollment constitutes the staff of the
magazine. 1 hour.
20 STUDIES IN SHAKESPEARE 3 UNITS
Readings of the sonnets and representative comedies, histories, tragedies,
and romances of William Shakespeare, with attention to the early, middle
and late phases of his art and to the Age of Elizabeth. Strongly Recommended:
English 3 or 4 (completed with a grade of "C" or higher). 3 hours.
Transfer: CSU, UC; GE: LPC AA/AS, CSU Area C, IGETC Area 3
23 NATIVE AMERICAN LITERATURE 3 UNITS
Introduction to traditional forms of Native American narrative and to current
literature by Native American writers. Readings include creation myths, hero
legends, journey to the other world tales and Trickster tales as well as
20th century literary works which reflect Native American concerns in poem
and novel. Strongly recommended: Eligibility for English 1A or 52A. 3 hours.
Transfer: CSU, UC*; GE: LPC AA/AS CSU Area C or D.
27 FROM FOLKLORE TO LITERATURE 3 UNITS
Heroes and legendary creatures in folklore and literature. Reading and critical
analysis of modern works which grow out of myth, legend, and folk tale. Consideration
of folklore's influence on contemporary culture. Strongly recommended: Eligibility
for English 1A or 52A. 3 hours. Transfer: CSU, UC; GE: LPC AA/AS, CSU Area
C.
32 U.S. WOMEN'S LITERATURE 3 UNITS
Chronicles the expression of U.S. women authors through readings in a variety
of genres such as fiction, poetry, drama, and the essay. Explores works by
authors of varied racial and ethnic backgrounds in an effort to understand
the diversity of women's voices, especially in the 20th century. Strongly
Recommended: Eligibility for English 1A. 3 hours. Transfer: CSU, UC; GE:
CSU Area C, IGETC Area 3
38 19TH AND 20TH CENTURY BRITISH LITERATURE 3 UNITS
(May be repeated 3 times)
Survey of British poetry, drama and prose fiction studied in the context of
the important historical and cultural events of the last two centuries, including
but not limited to the rise of science, the impact of industrialism and colonialism,
the consequences of the two world wars and the collapse of the British Empire.
Strongly Recommended: Eligibility for English 1A. 3 hours. Transfer: CSU, UC;
GE: LPC AA/AS, CSU Area C
44 LITERATURE OF THE AMERICAN WEST 3 UNITS
Critical analysis of the cultural and historical experiences of diverse peoples
of the American West as expressed in their literatures, including the novel,
short story, poetry, autobiography, memoirs, as-told-to narratives, and secondary
works. Exploration of interrelationships among peoples and cultures of the
West, considering place and community, gender, and ethnicity as given voice
in literature. Study of the works of at least three of the following groups:
African Americans, Asian Americans, European Americans, Hispanic Americans,
Native Americans. Emphasis upon techniques of critical review of and response
to literary works, including gaining understanding of one's identity as a
Westerner and an American. 3 hours. Transfer: CSU, UC; GE: LPC AA/AS, CSU
Area C, IGETC Area 4
45 STUDIES IN FICTION 3 UNITS
Form, development, and cultural insights of the novel and short story; exploration
of particular themes or periods as reflected in works of fiction. Strongly
Recommended: Eligibility for English 1A or 52A. 3 hours. Transfer: CSU, UC;
GE: LPC AA/AS, CSU Area C, IGETC Area 3
47 THE BIBLE 3 UNITS
Literature of the Old and New Testaments, their styles, genres, background,
authors, events, and language. Strongly Recommended: Eligibility for English
1A. 3 hours. Transfer: CSU, UC; GE: LPC AA/AS, CSU Area C, IGETC Area 3
52A ESSENTIALS OF COMMUNICATION 3 UNITS
Development of reading and writing skills with a focus on academic as well
as career-oriented materials. Designed for certificate or associate degree
majors. Strongly Recommended: English 100 or 101B or equivalent or appropriate
skill level demonstrated through the English assessment process. 3 hours.
Transfer: CSU; GE: LPC AA/AS
70 REPORT WRITING 3 UNITS
Preparation of reports in industrial and technical fields, including explanations,
instructions and other kinds of writings, based on the demands of the occupations.
Strongly Recommended: Eligibility for English 1A or 52A. 3 hours. Transfer:
CSU
Preparatory Reading and Writing
Important Note: Students not yet eligible for English 1A should check with
a counselor to determine whether their English prerequisite will be English
100A/100B or English 104.
100A READING - REASONING, AND WRITING I 4 UNITS
Preparation in English for success in college. Integrates reading, critical
thinking, and writing assignments, using materials that present a variety of
perspectives from across the curriculum. Strongly recommended: Appropriate
skill level demonstrated through the English assessment process. 3 hours lecture,
3 hours lab.
100B READING - REASONING, AND WRITING II 4 UNITS
Continues preparation in English for success in college. Integrates reading,
critical thinking, and writing assignments, using materials that present
a variety of perspectives from across the curriculum. Prerequisite: English
100A. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.
104 READING, REASONING, AND WRITING I AND II ACCELERATED
4 UNITS
An accelerated one-semester preparation in English for success in college.
Integrates reading, critical thinking and writing assignments, using materials
that present a variety of perspectives from across the curriculum. Strongly
recommended: Appropriate skill level demonstrated through the English assessment
process. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.
