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Art History AA-T Degree - California State University GE Breadth

This program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a campus of the California State University (CSU).  Other than the required core, the courses you choose to complete this degree will depend to some extent on the selected CSU for transfer.  It is critical that you meet with a CRC counselor to select and plan the courses for the major.

Total Units:
59-61

First Year

Semester 1

15-16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ART 300 Z
Drawing and Composition I
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area C1
ARTH 303 Z
Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century
3
F, S
CSU Area C1
CSU Area A2-Written Communication Z
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CSU Area A2
CSU Area B4-Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning Z
3-4
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CSU Area B4
CSU Area A1-Oral Communication Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area A1
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

Semester 2

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ARTH 309 Z
Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century
3
Advisory: ENGWR 300
F, S
CSU Area C1
3 units from List A
3
See List A
See List A
ART 304
Figure Drawing I or
3
ART 300
F, S
CSU Area C1
ART 320 Z
Design: Fundamentals or
3
F, S
CSU Area C1
ART 361
Printmaking: Survey or
3
S
CSU Area C1
ART 372 Z
Sculpture
3
F, S
CSU Area C1
CSU Area A3-Critical Thinking Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area A3
CSU Area B2-Life Science Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area B2
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

Year 2

Semester 3

16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ARTH 328
Survey of African Art or
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
CSU Area C1 or C2
ARTH 332
Asian Art or
3
Advisory: ENGWR 300
F
CSU Area C1
ARTH 333
Introduction to Islamic Art
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
CSU Area C1 or C2
CSU Area D-Social & Behavioral Sciences 1 Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area D
CSU Area B1-Physical Science Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area B1
CSU Area B3-Physical Science Lab Z
1
F, S, Su
CSU Area B3
CSU Area D-Social& Behavioral Science 2 Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area D
CSU Area C2-Humanities Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area C2
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 A total of 9 units from at least 2 disciplines is required to satisfy Area D.

2 Suggestion-select a course that will also meet the CSU graduation requirement.

Semester 4

13-14 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ARTH 311 Z
Art Survey: Modern Art
3
F, S
CSU Area C1
CSU Area E-Life Long Development & Self Development Z
3
F, S, Su
CSU Area E
CSU Area F-Ethnic Studies Z
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
CSU Area F
Any Transferable Elective 1
3
F, S, Su
Any Transferable Elective 2
1-2
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available (P) = partially online

1 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

2 Units required are determined by the number of units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

List A-a minimum of 3 units from the following that was not already taken:

Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ART 301
Digital Drawing and Composition
3
S
ART 304
Figure Drawing I
3
ART 300
F, S
CSU Area C1
ART 320 Z
Design: Fundamentals
3
F, S
CSU Area C1
ART 327
Painting I
3
Advisory: ART 300
F, S
CSU Area C1
ART 361
Printmaking: Survey
3
S
CSU Area C1
ART 372 Z
Sculpture
3
F, S
CSU Area C1
ARTH 312 Z
Women in Art
3
S
CSU Area C1
ARTH 328
Survey of African Art
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
CSU Area C1 or C2
ARTH 332
Asian Art
3
Advisory: ENGWR 300
F
CSU Area C1
ARTH 333
Introduction to Islamic Art
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
CSU Area C1 or C2
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

Career Options/Outlook:

Curators administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of the institution. Career opportunities require more than an associate degree.

A sample of reported job titles:

Collections Curator, Collections Manager, Curator, Education Curator, Exhibitions Curator, Exhibits Curator, Gallery Director, Museum Curator, Photography Curator, Teacher

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

170

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

27% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$77,240/yr

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC Area, CSU Area or IGETC Area without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester.

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

About this map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2023-2024

Published May 15, 2023

Counselor Contact: Mike Chappell  | Faculty Contact: Martin Flynn

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