LIT 1 - Introduction to Literature

    Recent Professors
    C. Goulding, K. Skjonsby, D. deRoulet, R. Kaminsky
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024, Spring 2024
    Class Size
    35–45 students
    Difficulty
    5.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Successful completion of college-level composition (ENGL C1000/ENGL C1000H/ENGL C1000E/C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent. , ESL 1 or, ENGL C1000 or, ENGL C1000H
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of LIT 1
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    Common Course Numbering Language: 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. IVC Details: C-ID: ENGL 120, Formerly LIT 1.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 1:00pm–2:15pm, Tue Thu 12:30pm–1:45pm