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LIT. 154 Queer and Trans Literature

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Minimum Grade for Prerequisites

Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.

Course Description

Study of representative works by LGBTQ+ authors in addition to exploring themes relevant to the LGBTQ+ community and allies. Authors may include Rita Mae Brown, Adrienne Rich, Michelle Tea, David Henry Hwang, E. Lynn Harris, W.H. Auden, James Baldwin, Kai Cheng Thom, and Leslie Feinberg, among others. This course will include reading, discussion, critical analysis of canonical and contemporary LGBTQ+ works with an emphasis on identifying major literary, cultural, and historical themes.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENGL C1000 (formerly ENGL 100) or ENGL C1000E (formerly ENGL 105)
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 3
Transfer Credit: CSU/UC (Cal-GETC Area 3B)