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Transfer Courses

All courses numbered 100 or higher are transferable to the California State Universities (CSU). Courses that are transferable to the University of California are designated 'UC.' Some of these courses have limits on the amount of credit that is granted. See the UC Transferable Course List available in the Counseling Center or Transfer Center for these limitations. Courses that are non-credit or not AA degree applicable are designated with the letter 'N' preceding the course number. Identification of courses that have been accepted into the California Articulation Number (CAN) system appears after the course title.

FRENCH

French A180- Elementary French (5)
The focus is on development of elementary proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French, with an introduction to cultures related to the French language. This course is equivalent to two years of high school French. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

French A185- Elementary French (5)
Continuation of French A180, with further development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency, and additional exploration of cultures related to the French language. This course is equivalent to three years of high school French. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. PREREQUISITE: French A180 or completion of two years of high school French with a grade of 'C' or better. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

French A190- Conversational French (3)
Designed to develop the student’s ability at any level to comprehend and communicate in French: reading, writing and cultural components are included. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken four times. Transfer Credit: CSU.

French A199- Current Topics-French (1-5)
Development of the French language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Extensive exposure to the cultures related to the French language through authentic materials and group discussions on a variety of topics ranging from current events to global issues. Emphasis on cross-cultural understanding. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken four times. Transfer Credit: CSU.

French A280- Intermediate French (4)
Continuation of French A185, with further development of language skills at the intermediate level and exploration of cultures related to the French language. Additional emphasis on reading and writing, with an introduction to selected literary works. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. PREREQUISITE: French A185. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

French A285- Intermediate French (4)
Continuation of French A280, with further refinement of language skills at the intermediate level and investigation of cultures related to the French language in preparation for higher level specialized work. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. PREREQUISITE: French A280. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

French A291- Dir Study (1)
A student may take advanced coursework in a field of study, after having completed the introductory courses. In unusual cases, students may enroll in directed studies without completing the pertinent beginning courses. Those students also must have written approval of the instructor, Division Dean and the Dean of Instruction.

French A292- Dir Study (2)
A student may take advanced coursework in a field of study, after having completed the introductory courses. In unusual cases, students may enroll in directed studies without completing the pertinent beginning courses. Those students also must have written approval of the instructor, Division Dean and the Dean of Instruction.

French A293- Dir Study (3)
A student may take advanced coursework in a field of study, after having completed the introductory courses. In unusual cases, students may enroll in directed studies without completing the pertinent beginning courses. Those students also must have written approval of the instructor, Division Dean and the Dean of Instruction.

French A294- Dir Study (4)
A student may take advanced coursework in a field of study, after having completed the introductory courses. In unusual cases, students may enroll in directed studies without completing the pertinent beginning courses. Those students also must have written approval of the instructor, Division Dean and the Dean of Instruction.

French A295- Dir Study (5)
A student may take advanced coursework in a field of study, after having completed the introductory courses. In unusual cases, students may enroll in directed studies without completing the pertinent beginning courses. Those students also must have written approval of the instructor, Division Dean and the Dean of Instruction.
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