Students are required to select a minimum of 12 units from the courses listed below. The SPAN/HUM 127 course, which is mandatory, contributes three units towards the required 12. In addition to these, students have the option to enroll in one online course (refer to the 'online education courses' section below).
Courses taught by Senya Lubisich
HUM 101 - Prehistory through the Medieval Period
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; CSUGE C2)
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101
The humanities are approached on four levels: art, music, literature, and philosophy. Includes the beginnings in Egypt, Babylonia, and Greece and proceeds chronologically through the medieval period.
HUM 102 - Humanities from the Renaissance through the 19th Century
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; CSUGE C2)
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101.
The humanistic studies are approached on five levels: art, history, music, literature, and philosophy. Begins with the European Renaissance and moves to the 19th century period of globalization.
HUM 123 - Introduction to Peace Studies - Saving Civilization
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; CSUGE C2)
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101.
An introduction to peace and conflict studies, with an emphasis on war's destructive impact on art, literature, and philosophy. The course examines the meanings and reasons for war, as well as strategies for peace.
HUM 110 - Humanities in the Modern Period
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; CSUGE C2)
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101
This course is concerned with critical analysis of the arts and philosophy from the late 19th century to the contemporary period.
Courses taught by April Tellez
HIST 102 - Western Civilization 1715 to the Present
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus D1; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 4; CSUGE C2; CSUGE D)
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101
Survey of European history from 1715. Course includes the Enlightenment, Scientific Revolution, European Revolutions, Napoleonic Empire and Wars, Western Imperialism, two World Wars, Cold War and the political, social, and economic consequences of each.
HIST 109 - The World in Conflict - The 20th Century, a History
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus D1; CSU; UC; IGETC 4F; CSUGE D6)
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101
A critical approach to the history of the 20th century through major events and issues.
HIST 130 - Latin American Culture and Civilization
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus D1; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 4F; CSUGE C2; CSUGE D6)
Equivalent to: SPAN 130
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101
Latin American Culture and Civilization is a survey course, providing an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the culture and history of Latin America. The course critically analyzes historical and contemporary social traditions and institutions in order to reach an understanding of modern day Latin America.
HIST 222 - History of World War II
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus D1; CSU; UC; IGETC 4F; CSUGE D6)
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101
An examination of the circumstances and events leading to US entry into World War II. The course will focus on American involvement in World War II, but will also examine the systemic fracturing of the world order through the rise of Japanese, German, and Italian imperialism, assess the impact of the worldwide economic depression in the 1930s, military strategies and conduct, and analyze the impact of the war on the home front, as well as, the long-term effects on American policy and the world.
Courses taught by Lilia Vidal
SPAN/HUM 127 - Spanish Civilization
3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; Citrus D1; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 4F; CSUGE C2; CSUGE D6; CSUGE D7)
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101
Spanish Civilization provides an interdisciplinary global understanding of the culture and history of Spain. The course critically analyzes contemporary Spanish society by examining the social and historical traditions and institutions that shape the Spanish way of life in the 20th century. This course is the same as HUM 127.
SPAN 101 - Spanish I
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101
A course in elementary Spanish grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation which focuses on understanding, speaking, reading, and writing (including spelling) simple Spanish and serves as an introduction to the geography, history, and culture of the Spanish-speaking world.
SPAN 102 - Spanish II
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101 OR two years of high school Spanish or equivalent OR basic knowledge of first semester elementary Spanish as determined by the professor.
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101
A further study of elementary Spanish grammar and vocabulary that develops understanding, speaking, reading and writing (including spelling) skills. Affords opportunities to apply communication skills to new social, professional, and travel contexts. Explores the cultural heritage and civilization of Spain and Latin America through technology and level-appropriate readings. This will be taught primarily in Spanish.
Spanish courses taught by local instructors
SPAN 140 - Beginning Conversational Spanish
3 Units (AA/AS; CSU)
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 101, SPAN 101H or one year of high school Spanish.
This course is designed for students who wish to improve their oral speaking skills and expand their vocabulary in Spanish.
SPAN 141 - Intermediate Conversational Spanish
3 Units (AA/AS; CSU)
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 102, SPAN 102H or two years of high school Spanish.
This course is designed for students who wish to further improve their oral proficiency in Spanish.
SPAN 201 - Spanish III
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
Strongly recommended: SPAN 102 or fluency in Spanish;
ENGL 101
This intermediate level course was created with both native Spanish speakers and students studying Spanish as a second language in mind. Current social themes and vocabulary support a comprehensive review of Spanish grammar. The discussion of contemporary cultural topics, the reading of authentic texts, and the development of writing skills are all features of this class that help all intermediate Spanish students to refine and enjoy using their language skills. Class is conducted primarily in Spanish. Note that Spanish III and IV do not need to be taken in order.
SPAN 210 - Intermediate Spanish for Spanish Speakers I
5 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; CSU; IGETC 3B; UC; IGETC 6A; CSUGE C2)
Prerequisite(s): Oral fluency in Spanish.
Strongly recommended:
ENGL 101
A course designed to help students who are fluent in spoken, informal Spanish, but who need to improve writing, reading and grammar skills. Emphasis on acquiring formal oral Spanish skills and a knowledge of Spanish and Latin American literature and culture.
Online education courses
Students may choose to take ONE online education course through the study abroad semester program. Students enrolled in online classes study and conduct research independently and need access to the Internet. The student residence and homestay will provide Wi-Fi access but there may be times when it is not available and students will need to seek out Wi-Fi facilities at their own expense. Before beginning your online course, students
MUST verify with the instructor that there are no on-campus requirements.
Note: Late-start classes may delay your financial aid disbursement. AIFS will require payment on usual disbursement dates.
For online education course information, search the schedule:
https://www.citruscollege.edu/schedule
