ENGL C1002 - Introduction to Literature

    Recent Professors
    Lucy Vazquez
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    45 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Successful completion of college-level composition (ENGL C1000/ENGL C1000H/ENGL C1000E/C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Formerly: ENGL C1002 . Part 1: In this course, students are introduced to works by diverse authors and major literary genres, developing close reading and analytical writing skills. Students also develop appreciation for and critical understanding of the cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature. Part 2: This course introduces students to the broader conversations that shape literature across genres and eras. Students examine how writers use storytelling, dramatic structure, and poetic form to engage social issues, construct identity, and reflect the values of their communities. Emphasis is placed on connecting individual texts to larger literary traditions and movements. Common Course Number: ENGL C1002. C-ID: ENGL 120 (ENGL-LIT 100).