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LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE 80TH ANNIVERSARY CATALOG 2008-2009<br />

HUMANITIES<br />

Chair: Eiko Kitajima Chatel<br />

(323) 953-4000 ext. 2737 •<br />

DH312B<br />

www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/forlang/<br />

index.html<br />

PROGRAMS OFFERED<br />

<strong>As</strong>sociate of Arts:<br />

Humanities<br />

DEGREE PROGRAM<br />

HUMANITIES<br />

<strong>As</strong>sociate of Arts Degree<br />

Transfer Program<br />

The following curriculum is an interdisciplinary studies sequence that brings<br />

together art, music, history, literature, and cultural studies. It provides a<br />

strong foundation for a wide range of undergraduate majors, including the<br />

arts, literature, history, world cultures as well as ethnic and gender studies.<br />

A minimum of 18 units of Arts and Humanities is required for the Humanities<br />

major <strong>As</strong>sociate Degree. Requirements for the major are to be chosen from<br />

the Plan A Graduation requirements under the Humanities section.<br />

COURSES UNITS<br />

HUMANITIES - ARTS: 3 units from any of the following<br />

African American Studies, Architecture, Art, <strong>As</strong>ian American Studies,<br />

Chicano Studies, Cinema, Music, Photography, Theater<br />

HUMANITIES - LITERATURE: 3 units from any of the following<br />

African American Studies, English<br />

HUMANITIES 3-5 units from any of the following<br />

FOREIGN LANGUAGE:<br />

All courses in Arabic, Armenian, Chinese, Filipino, French, German,<br />

Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish<br />

HUMANITIES - HUMANITIES: 6 units from any of the following<br />

Humanities 6, 8, 20, 30, 31, 45, 47, 61, 63,<br />

Elective Units: Choose from any course listed under any section to bring<br />

total to a minimum of 18 units<br />

Total Units ........................................................................................ 18-20<br />

- 128 -<br />

To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Plan A for the AA/AS<br />

Degree is required.<br />

PLAN A: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed or see the college<br />

catalog "Graduation Requirements" section. Plan A is designed for transfer to a four-year college<br />

or university. However, requirements vary depending upon the individual institution. Please<br />

consult with a counselor for the specific requirements of the university you plan to attend.<br />

3-6 Units English Composition<br />

6-9 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking<br />

3 Units Natural Sciences<br />

3 Units Humanities<br />

9 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Governments)<br />

3-4 Units Health/Physical Education<br />

3-5 Units Math Competency<br />

(Math 115 or higher or passing score on <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> Community College District Math<br />

competency exam)<br />

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS<br />

NOTE: Not every class is offered each semester. Refer to the current class<br />

schedule for current class offerings.<br />

PREREQUISITES: Specified prerequisites must be completed with a satisfactory<br />

grade or equivalent.<br />

Also see Art, Music<br />

HUMANITIES 6<br />

Great People, Great Ages<br />

3 UNITS - (RPT 1) (UC:CSU)<br />

Advisory: English 28/31 or equivalent.<br />

Introduction to ideas and methods in the Humanities. Exploration of the way<br />

in which individuals and groups create meaning in their lives and in the world<br />

around them.<br />

HUMANITIES 8<br />

Great Women, Great Eras<br />

3 UNITS - (RPT 1) (UC:CSU)<br />

Advisory: English 28/31 or equivalent.<br />

Introduction to ideas and methods in gender studies. Exploration of changing<br />

gender identities of men and women in society.<br />

HUMANITIES 20<br />

Japanese Civilization<br />

3 UNITS - (UC:CSU)<br />

Advisory: English 28/31 or equivalent.<br />

A survey of Japanese civilization from ancient times to the present; the historical<br />

and cultural backgrounds; significant aspects of Japanese culture;<br />

religion, philosophy, socio political institutions and art forms.<br />

HUMANITIES 30<br />

The Beginnings of Civilization<br />

3 UNITS – (UC:CSU)<br />

Advisory: English 28/31 or equivalent.<br />

Introduction to Ancient Cultures and World Religions. Examination of the<br />

foundational texts, art and ideas of ancient India, China, the Middle East,<br />

Egypt and Greece.<br />

HUMANITIES 31<br />

People in Contemporary Society<br />

3 UNITS - (UC:CSU)<br />

Advisory: English 28/31 or equivalent.<br />

Examinations of the cultural encounters between European culture and the<br />

cultures of the Americas, <strong>As</strong>ia and Africa beginning from the Renaissance to<br />

present day.

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