Liberal Arts: Arts and Humanities

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.

Select one course from this list.

Select one course from this list.

Recommended one from this list:

• ES 121, African American History
• HIST 107, US History to 1877
• HIST 108, US History from 1877 to the Present
• HIST 118, U S History American Institutions Requirement

Or choose a course from this list.

Note: Recommended courses also fulfill CSU US History and American Institutions Graduation Requirement

You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.

NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.

Choose one of the following courses:

• COMM 101, Public Speaking,
• COMM 102, Small Group Communication,
• COMM 106, Argumentation and Debate,

A total of 18 major units with a minimum of two courses in arts from this list is required. Select one course each time it is indicated on the suggested course sequence

A total of 18 units is required for the major with a minimum of two courses from this list. Choose one course each time it is indicated on the suggested program sequence

A study of descriptive and inferential statistics including applications in the behavioral and natural sciences. Topics include classification and analysis of data, probability, distributions, sampling, the binomial, normal, t, F, and chi-square distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, regression analysis, analysis of variance and non-parametric methods. Calculators and/or computers will be used throughout.

If you did not satisfy this requirement with high school coursework or an external exam, complete one of the courses from this list. If you are unsure if you have met this requirement, see a counselor.

• ES 120: Chicano History
• ES 121: African American History
• HIST 120: Chicano History
• HIST 121: African American History

NOTE: Students who started at Allan Hancock College (or any CCC or CSU) prior to Summer 2021 and have maintained continuous enrollment are not required to complete Area F for CSU GE Certification.  See a counselor for further information.

Select one course from this list.

Select one course from this list.

1 unit

Some courses in GE categories B1: Physical Science and B2: Life Science have lab components that also fulfill this requirement. If the course you chose in either of these categories has a lab component, you have completed this requirement. You can verify whether it has a lab component by checking these lists:

• B1: Physical Science
• B2: Life Science

If not, you can fulfill this requirement with either of these courses:

• ANTH 110: Biological Anthropology Lab
• GEOG 115: Physical Geography Lab
• GEOL 115: Oceanography Geography Lab

Recommended one from this list:

• POLS 101, Introduction to Political Science
• POLS 103, American Government

Or choose a course from this list.

Note: Recommended courses also fulfill CSU US History and American Institutions Graduation Requirement

A total of 18 units is required for the major with a minimum of two courses from this list. Choose one course each time it is indicated on the suggested program sequence

A total of 18 major units with a minimum of two courses in arts from this list is required. Select one course each time it is indicated on the suggested course sequence

A total of 18 units is required for the major with a minimum of two courses from this list. Choose one course each time it is indicated on the suggested program sequence

A total of 18 major units with a minimum of two courses in arts from this list is required. Select one course each time it is indicated on the suggested course sequence

Select one course from this list.

1 unit

Some courses in GE categories B1: Physical Science and B2: Life Science have lab components that also fulfill this requirement. If the course you chose in either of these categories has a lab component, you have completed this requirement. You can verify whether it has a lab component by checking these lists:

• B1: Physical Science
• B2: Life Science

If not, you can fulfill this requirement with either of these courses:

• ANTH 110: Biological Anthropology Lab
• GEOG 115: Physical Geography Lab
• GEOL 115: Oceanography Geography Lab

A total of 18 units is required for the major with a minimum of two courses from this list. Choose one course each time it is indicated on the suggested program sequence

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.

You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.

NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.

You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.

NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.

A total of 18 major units with a minimum of two courses in arts from this list is required. Select one course each time it is indicated on the suggested course sequence

A total of 18 units is required for the major with a minimum of two courses from this list. Choose one course each time it is indicated on the suggested program sequence

A total of 18 units is required for the major with a minimum of two courses from this list. Choose one course each time it is indicated on the suggested program sequence

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Anthropology 101, 110 (when taken in conjunction with 101)
• Astronomy 100
• Biology 100, 120, 124, 132
• Chemistry 110, 120
• Environmental Technology 101
• Food Science and Nutrition 110
• Geography 101, 115
• Geology 100, 111, 114, 115, 131, 141
• Physical Science 111, 112
• Physics 100
• Viticulture and Enology 102

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Mathematics 100, 105, 121, 123, 131, 135, 141, 181, 182, 183, 184

Select one course from this list.

A total of 18 major units with a minimum of two courses in arts from this list is required. Select one course each time it is indicated on the suggested course sequence

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Ethnic Studies 121
• History 107, 108, 118, 119, 121
• Political Science 101, 103

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Anthropology 107
• English 150, 151, 152, 153
• Ethnic Studies 101, 105, 107, 120, 121, 122, 150, 151, 152, 153
• Fashion 105
• Film 122
• History 120, 121

ALL courses in this category also fulfill the AHC Graduation Requirement: Multicultural and Gender Studies  

If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Administration of Justice 101, 103, 115
• Anthropology 102, 103, 105, 107
• Business 121, 141
• Communications Studies 100, 110
• Early Childhood Studies 100, 101
• Economics 101, 102, 121, 141
• English 105, 150, 151,152, 153
• Ethnic Studies 101, 107, 150, 151,152, 153
• Geography 102, 103, 105
• Global Studies 141
• Graphics 127
• LGBT 101, 102
• Physical Education 128
• Political Science 101, 104, 105, 110
• Psychology 101, 112, 113, 117, 118, 119, 121
• Sociology 101, 102, 104, 120, 122, 155, 160

You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.

NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.

A total of 18 major units with a minimum of two courses in arts from this list is required. Select one course each time it is indicated on the suggested course sequence

A total of 18 units is required for the major with a minimum of two courses from this list. Choose one course each time it is indicated on the suggested program sequence

Select one course from the list below to fulfill the requirements for both GE Area 7: Living Skills and AHC Grad: Health Education and Safety.

• Early Childhood Studies 102
• Emergency Medical Services 102
• Food Science and Nutrition 109
• Health Education 100
• Personal Development 101

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Communication Studies 100, 101, 102, 106
• English 103, 104
• Philosophy 112, 114

This course examines the major physical, cognitive, social and emotional developmental milestones for children from conception through adolescence. Emphasis will be made on interactions between maturational processes and environmental factors. Students will observe children, evaluate individual differences, and analyze characteristics of development at various stages according to developmental theories.

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.

Introduction to the basic principles of physical science and applications of these principles in everyday life. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following: scientific method, measurements, force and motion, work and energy, heat, waves, fluids, electricity, atomic physics, matter, compounds, molecules, chemical reactions, and ions.

This course introduces concepts and issues related to teaching diverse learners in today's contemporary public schools. Topics include teaching as a profession and career, historical and philosophical foundations of the American Education system, contemporary educational issues, California's content and performance standards and framework, and requirements for earning the teaching credential. This course requires a 48 hour structural field experience (3 hours per week to be scheduled) that provides opportunities to observe and work in an educational setting. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have completed ECS 130.

A study of basic concepts of mathematics required for the liberal studies major and the multiple subject teaching credential. It is recommended for current elementary and junior high school teachers. It is also recommended for the career technical single subject education credential candidate. Topics include development of critical thinking, set theory, logic, numeration systems, the set of integers, elementary number theory, the set of rational numbers, the set of real numbers, and measurement of geometric figures.

Introduction to the basic principles of astronomy and earth sciences and applications of these principles to everyday life. Topics include the solar system, stars, galaxies, and cosmology, structure and formation of the earth, earth quakes, volcanoes, plate tectonics, the atmosphere, the ocean, and weather.

Select one course from this list.

An introduction to the concepts of biology. Designed for majors in fields other than biological science, the course investigates the nature of science, cells, genetics, evolution, ecology, and biodiversity. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 3 hours weekly.

Introduces the student to the three major types of creative literature: fiction, drama and poetry, with a view to developing greater critical awareness and polishing the writing skills acquired in ENGL 101.

A study of American government at the national, state, and local levels. Governmental principles, institutions, and their historical development are examined. This course satisfies part of the history and government requirements for the California State Colleges and Universities, University of California, Allan Hancock College, and many private colleges. (F,S)

An introduction to the theory and practice of presenting speeches for various situations and audiences. Students will become better communicators by learning how to appropriately select a topic, research, organize, outline, and effectively present informative, persuasive, and special occasion speeches. The course is not open to students who received credit for SPCH 101.

You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.

NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.

A study of the world's major geographic regions. The course focuses on the increasing globalization of the world and a movement towards greater emphasis on cultural diversity.

An interdisciplinary, multicultural exploration of the development of the great civilizations: China/Japan, Egypt, Greece/Rome, India, Mesopotamian, and Pre-Columbian. Important ideas, events and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for History 101.

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Ethnic Studies 121
• History 107, 108, 118, 119, 121
• Political Science 101, 103

Select one course from the list below to fulfill the requirements for both GE Area 7: Living Skills and AHC Grad: Health Education and Safety.

• Early Childhood Studies 102
• Emergency Medical Services 102
• Food Science and Nutrition 109
• Health Education 100
• Personal Development 101

Courses that meet this requirement:

• Anthropology 107
• English 150, 151, 152, 153
• Ethnic Studies 101, 105, 107, 120, 121, 122, 150, 151, 152, 153
• Fashion 105
• Film 122
• History 120, 121

ALL courses in this category also fulfill the AHC Graduation Requirement: Multicultural and Gender Studies  

Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.

An introduction to the concepts of biology. Designed for majors in fields other than biological science, the course investigates the nature of science, cells, genetics, evolution, ecology, and biodiversity. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 3 hours weekly.

An introduction to the theory and practice of presenting speeches for various situations and audiences. Students will become better communicators by learning how to appropriately select a topic, research, organize, outline, and effectively present informative, persuasive, and special occasion speeches. The course is not open to students who received credit for SPCH 101.

This course introduces concepts and issues related to teaching diverse learners in today's contemporary public schools. Topics include teaching as a profession and career, historical and philosophical foundations of the American Education system, contemporary educational issues, California's content and performance standards and framework, and requirements for earning the teaching credential. This course requires a 48 hour structural field experience (3 hours per week to be scheduled) that provides opportunities to observe and work in an educational setting. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have completed ECS 130.

A study of basic concepts of mathematics required for the liberal studies major and the multiple subject teaching credential. It is recommended for current elementary and junior high school teachers. It is also recommended for the career technical single subject education credential candidate. Topics include development of critical thinking, set theory, logic, numeration systems, the set of integers, elementary number theory, the set of rational numbers, the set of real numbers, and measurement of geometric figures.

A study of the visual arts as an expression of thought and culture.

This course examines the major physical, cognitive, social and emotional developmental milestones for children from conception through adolescence. Emphasis will be made on interactions between maturational processes and environmental factors. Students will observe children, evaluate individual differences, and analyze characteristics of development at various stages according to developmental theories.

A TOTAL 10 UNITS IS REQUIRED. 

Designed to fulfill the critical thinking requirement of the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum. Students will develop critical thinking and reading skills, focusing upon induction, deduction, logical fallacies and close textual analysis. Emphasizes skills application through writing a sequence of argumentative essays.

Introduction to critical thinking and critical writing. The student will learn techniques of practical reasoning and argumentation, with emphasis on application of these techniques in the writing of a sequence of argumentative essays. Topics include: critical reading, argument analysis, recognizing propaganda and stereotypes, clarifying ambiguity, meaning and definition, evaluation evidence, logical correctness versus factual correctness, and common mistakes in reasoning (formal and informal fallacies). Critical writing strategies are emphasized. Sample arguments for analysis are drawn from readings in philosophy and from culturally diverse sources in other fields. This course has been designed to fulfill the IGETC Critical Thinking/English Composition requirement.

A study of the world's major geographic regions. The course focuses on the increasing globalization of the world and a movement towards greater emphasis on cultural diversity.

Introduction to the basic principles of physical science and applications of these principles in everyday life. Topics include, but are not limited to, the following: scientific method, measurements, force and motion, work and energy, heat, waves, fluids, electricity, atomic physics, matter, compounds, molecules, chemical reactions, and ions.

A study of American government at the national, state, and local levels. Governmental principles, institutions, and their historical development are examined. This course satisfies part of the history and government requirements for the California State Colleges and Universities, University of California, Allan Hancock College, and many private colleges. (F,S)

A TOLAL OF 10 UNITS ARE REQUIRED. 

Introduction to the basic principles of astronomy and earth sciences and applications of these principles to everyday life. Topics include the solar system, stars, galaxies, and cosmology, structure and formation of the earth, earth quakes, volcanoes, plate tectonics, the atmosphere, the ocean, and weather.

An interdisciplinary, multi-cultural exploration of the development of the great civilizations: China/Japan, Egypt, Greece/Rome, India, Mesopotamian, and Pre-Columbian. Important ideas, events and discoveries are explored through literature, folklore, art history, philosophy, and science. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for HUM 101.

A survey of United States history (New World exploration to 1877) and its method of research through critical thinking involving the economic, political, international, and ethnic factors fundamental for understanding the nation's origins and early development.

A TOLAL OF 10 UNITS ARE REQUIRED. 

If you did not satisfy this requirement with high school coursework or an external exam, complete one of the courses from this list. If you are unsure if you have met this requirement, see a counselor.

• ES 120: Chicano History
• ES 121: African American History
• HIST 120: Chicano History
• HIST 121: African American History

NOTE: Students who started at Allan Hancock College (or any CCC or CSU) prior to Summer 2021 and have maintained continuous enrollment are not required to complete Area F for CSU GE Certification.  See a counselor for further information.