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AFAM 10
An Introduction to African American Studies

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Course Description

This course is an introduction to the field of African American Studies through history, literature, philosophy, the arts, and culture. Additionally, it will examine the sociological, political, economic, and philosophical perspectives on the experience of people of African ancestry in the United States. The values, experience, and cultural contributions of Black/African American individuals in the United States will be identified, examined, and authenticated.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Examine the intersections of social constructions like race, class, gender, and sexual orientation as it relates to the Black and/or African American experience.
• Analyze the impact of institutionalized racism, classism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression and discrimination on the economic and social conditions of Black and/or African Americans in the United States.
• Examine and evaluate the historical forces and issues that gave rise to African American Studies.
• Identify and analyze contemporary issues impacting people who identify as Black and/or African American within United States society.

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Course Details

Units

4 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
• Weekly Lab Hours: 0

Gen Ed

General Education Class

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Transferability

Transferable to both UC and CSU

Grading Method

Letter Grading

Formerly Statement

Formerly ICS 10

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory(ies)

EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

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