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Humanities A.A. Degree - CalGETC

Humanities is the study of culture. Cultural understanding and sensitivity are fostered by examining arts, philosophy, religion, politics, and social events in a cultural context. This program offers an interdisciplinary approach to studying classical, modern, American, and non-Western humanities.

Total Units:
58

First Year

Semester 1

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
HUM 301 1 Z
Introduction to the Humanities
3
Cal-GETC Area 3B
CalGETC Area 1A-English Composition Z
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 1A
CalGETC Area 1B-Critical Thinking & Composition Z
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 1B
CalGETC Area 1C-Oral Communication Z
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 1C
CalGETC Area 4-Social & Behavioral Sciences Z
3
Cal-GETC Area 4
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 Satisfies List A requirement

Semester 2

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
HUM 300 Z
Classical Humanities
3
F(O), S(O)
Cal-GETC Area 3B
1 Course from List B 1
3
See List B
See List B
CalGETC Area 2-Math Competency Z
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 2
CalGETC Area 3A-Arts Z
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 3A
CalGETC Area 6-Ethnic Studies Z
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 6
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 Suggestion-ENGCW 400.

Year 2

Semester 3

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
HUM 310 Z
Modern Humanities
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 3B
1 Course from List B
3
See List B
See List B
CalGETC Area 4-Social & Behavioral Sciences Z
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 4
CalGETC Area 5A-Physical Science 1 Z
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 5A
Elective
3
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.

1 Suggestion-GEOG 300 Physical Geography: Exploring Earths\' Environmental Sys (3 units); F, S; or GEOL 300 Physical Geology (3 units); F, S.

Semester 4

13 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
HUM 320
Asian Humanities
3
F, S
Cal-GETC Area 3B
Cal GETC Area 5B-Biological Sciences 1 Z
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 5B
CalGETC Area 5C-Lab 1 Z
1
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 5C
Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
1 Course from List B 3
3
See List B
See List B
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 Suggestion-ANTH 300 Biological Anthropology (3 units); Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL C1000; F(O), S(O), Su; and ANTH 301 Biological Anthropology Lab (1 unit) corequisite ANTH 300

2 Suggestion-PHIL 320 (from List B). Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

3 Suggestion-any 1 of the 3 MUFHL course from List B.

List A-a minimum of 3 units from the following:

Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
HUM 301 Z
Introduction to the Humanities
3
F, S
HUM 324
Global Islam: Culture and Civilization
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
HUM 331
Latin American Humanities
3
F, S
HUM 332
American Humanities
3
F, S
HUM 339
African American Humanities
3
F
HUM 370
Women and the Creative Imagination
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
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.

List B-A minimum of 9 units from the following:

Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ARTH 300 Z
Art Appreciation
3
F(O), S, Su
ENGCW 400 Z
Creative Writing
3
Eligibility for ENGL C1000
F(O), S(O)
ENGLT 310 Z
English Literature I
3
Eligibility for ENGL C1000
F
ENGLT 311 Z
English Literature II
3
Eligibility for ENGL C1000
S
ENGLT 320 Z
American Literature I
3
Eligibility for ENGL C1000
F
ENGLT 321 Z
American Literature II
3
ENGL C1000
S
ENGLT 330 Z
African American Literature
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
ENGLT 340
World Literature I
3
Eligibility for ENGL C1000
S
ENGLT 341
World Literature II
3
ENGL C1000
Check Class Schedule for offering
MUFHL 300 Z
Introduction to Music
3
F, S, Su
MUFHL 310 Z
Survey of Music History and Literature (Greek Antiquity to 1750)
3
F
MUFHL 311 Z
Survey of Music History and Literature (1750 to the present)
3
S
PHIL 300 Z
Introduction to Philosophy
3
F, S, Su
PHIL 310 Z
Introduction to Ethics
3
F, S
PHIL 320 Z
Logic and Critical Reasoning
3
F
TA 300 Z
Introduction to the Theatre
3
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
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:

This major is intended for students who wish a general understanding of culture across several academic disciplines at the community college level.  Several Areas of interest are offered, including the study of contemporary and ancient societies.  All are intended to supply the student with an interdisciplinary foundation for further study of culture and an overview of the interest area chosen.  Career opportunities require more than an associate degree.

Career as an Archivist:

Participate in research activities based on archival materials.

Projected job openings for Archivist nationally (2021-2031):

1,100

Projected growth for Archivist nationally (2021-2031):

9% growth

Salary in for Archivist in California with advanced degree (2021):

$60,000/year

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 or Cal-GETC Area without pre- or co-requisites can be taken at any semester.

About this program 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.

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.

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: 2025-2026

Published October 31, 2025

Counselor Contact: Crystal Martinez-Alire & Jose Gonzalez   | Faculty Contact: Karl Zoller         

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