Course Descriptions

Humanities - HUM
Course Classification

Courses numbered 1-49 — are baccalaureate level (transfer) courses. Courses thus numbered are transferable to four- year institutions. Agriculture courses are designed to parallel the work taught in similar courses at California Polytechnic State University or at California State University, Fresno but may not carry the same number.

Courses numbered 50-99 — are associate degree level courses. Courses thus numbered are primarily for the student who does not plan to continue his/her education beyond the community college level; however, occupational education courses may transfer according to articulation agreements. Complete information on articulation is available through the Counseling Center.

Courses Numbered 100-201 — are non-transfer and are non-degree applicable; they are skill building or remedial.

Abbreviations for Degree, Non-Degree, and Transfer Courses

The following abbreviations designate degree applicable, transfer, and non-degree applicable courses:
(AA) Associate Degree
(CSU) Transferable to California State University System
(UC) Transferable to University of California System
(NDA) Non-Degree Applicable

  • HUM-001
  • Intro to Western Culture
  • Credit(s) 3

Introduction to Western Culture
HUM 001 is a survey course dealing with the development of religion, art, literature, drama, music, architecture, philosophy, and "cultural achievements" of the western tradition, with special emphasis upon their historical context.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
  • HUM-022
  • Intro to Comparative Religion
  • Credit(s) 3

Introduction to Comparative Religion
HUM 022 is a historical and comparative survey of the development of the world's religions from prehistory to the present. Special focus is given to indigenous religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, Christianity, and Islam.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Advisory(s):
ENG 001A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU