HUMAN 001 - Cultural Patterns of Western Civilization

    Recent Professors
    Fernando Jimenez
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Winter 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    6.0Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C1 · CSU GE Area C2 · CSU GE Area D6
    Description
    This course introduces the student to the predominant cultural patterns of Western Civilization as expressed in great works of literature and art from the Ancient Greeks through the medieval periods and up to the Renaissance. Literature, drama, painting, sculpture, and architecture are studied in relation to their historical background. The student is introduced to general concepts of the humanities, including applied aesthetics. Comparisons to relevant Asian and African mythology are also explored.
    Usually Held
    Mon 6:50pm–10:00pm