This course introduces major periods and styles of art across time and diverse cultures. Painting, sculpture, and architecture from prehistoric times to Post-Modernism will be explored with particular emphasis on the art object as a form of cultural and social expression. Works of art will be considered through the study of theory, concepts and terminology, themes, design principles, media, and techniques. Field trips may be required. Recommended Prep: ENGL V01A or concurrent enrollment. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This is a writing course that emphasizes critical reading, expository and argumentative writing, and mastery of library research techniques. It includes instruction and practice in critical thinking; analytical reading and evaluation of written work, including at least one book-length work of significant literature; and communicating and supporting ideas in organized, coherent essays. Students are required to write a minimum of 5000 formal words, including a research project, based on essays, literature read in class, personal experience, and college-level research. Prerequisites: ENGL V02 or placement as measured by the college assessment process. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: ENGL 1A.