English - ENGL
24 courses · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
ENGL B1AC Expository Composition Support
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 27 lab hours
This course offers intensive practice in the skills needed to read college-level texts and compose college-level essays. It provides support in developing skills and strategies for success in transfer-level writing classes. Students enrolling in this course must also enroll in ENGL B1A.
ENGL B5A Survey of English Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 160
A historical survey of English literature, emphasizing critical reading of representative works from Beowulf through the eighteenth century. Recommended for students whose major or minor is English and for students who desire to extend their knowledge of the literary tradition.
ENGL B5B Survey of English Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 165
A historical survey of English literature, emphasizing critical reading of representative works from the eighteenth century through the twenty-first century. Recommended for students whose major or minor is English and for students who desire to extend their knowledge of the literary tradition.
ENGL B10 Introduction to Shakespeare
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of ENGL C1000 (formally ENGL B1A) or ENGL (C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent with a grade of C or better. OR Successful completion of ENGL C1000E (formally ENGL B1AL) or ENGL (C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent with a grade of C or better. OR Successful completion of EMLS B1A or ENGL (C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent with a grade of C or better.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Study of the drama and sonnets of William Shakespeare. Recommended as an elective for majors in the humanities, history, or education. Historical information pertaining to Shakespeare and Elizabethan England will also be covered to increase students' appreciation of the Bard's accomplishments. Classroom discussions, oral presentations, and performance footage will provide further examples of the ongoing relevance of Shakespeare's work today.
ENGL B20A Survey of World Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 140
A study of representative works of world literature in historical and cultural contexts, focusing on their aesthetic significance and the enduring human values which unite the different literary traditions. Covers antiquity to approximately 1650.
ENGL B21 African-American Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A historical survey of major authors, works, genres, themes, and movements in African-American literature in America from colonial times to the present. Note: Not open to students that have successfully completed ETHN B21.
ENGL B22 Asian American Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a survey of authors, works, genres, themes, and movements in Asian American literature. Note: Not open to students that have successfully completed ETHN B22.
ENGL B24 Latino/a Literature
- Units
- 3
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course will study works written by Latinas/os in the United States and Latin America in order to discover the ways in which these works have interacted with specific cultures and contexts, from colonialism to the present. Note: Not open to students that have successfully completed ETHN B24.
ENGL B25B Survey of World Literature from 1650 to the Present
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 145
A study of representative works of world literature in historical and cultural contexts, focusing on their aesthetic significance and the enduring human values that unite the different literary traditions. Covers approximately 1650 to present. Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed ENGL B20B.
ENGL B27 The Bible as Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Interpretation and analysis of Old and New Testament genres: Narrative, poetry, drama, epistles, didactics, wisdom, and prophecy.
ENGL B28 Classical Mythology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A study of classical myth, saga, and local legend, primarily Greek and Roman. Relates classical myths to historical and modern culture.
ENGL B30A Survey of American Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 130
Study of the most notable American authors from the colonial period to the American Civil War with emphasis on the intrinsic value of the literature.
ENGL B30B Survey of American Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 135
Study of the most notable American authors from the second half of the 19th century to the present with emphasis on the intrinsic value of the literature.
ENGL B33 Children's Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 180
This course introduces major works and develops student's reading and analytical writing skills while promoting an appreciation for the aesthetics, history, authors, genres, and themes of children's literature. Readings will include folklore, oral tradition, contemporary stories, illustrated books, poetry, and juvenile novels from a variety of cultures and critical perspectives.
ENGL B41A Introduction to Creative Writing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 200
Introduction to the craft of creative writing of poetry, fiction, and other genres. Students will read, discuss, and analyze various literary works, and will produce and revise their own works. In addition, they will give and receive constructive criticism in a workshop environment.
ENGL B50 Introduction to College Composition
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
Emphasizes the writing of expository and argumentative essays and the comprehension and analysis of readings. Prepares students for English B1A.
ENGL B86NC Writing Center Support
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 99 lab hours
- Corequisite
- Successful completion of ENGL C1000 (formally ENGL B1A) or ENGL (C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent with a grade of C or better or may be taken concurrently. OR Successful completion of ENGL C1000E (formally ENGL B1AL) or ENGL (C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent with a grade of C or better or may be taken concurrently. OR Successful completion of EMLS B1A or ENGL (C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent with a grade of C or better or may be taken concurrently. OR Successful completion of EMLS B1AL or ENGL (C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent with a grade of C or better or may be taken concurrently.
This is an open entry/open exit writing support course with no time requirements and no grades, and this course does not affect a student’s GPA. The feedback offered by the faculty and Writing Center team is designed to give students a thoughtful, inquisitive audience to their writing that will reinforce writing as a five-stage process with the goal of fostering student learning and writing independence. Students will receive both developmental and critical thinking-related feedback as well as information about punctuation and grammar that both respects college-level expectations and all students’ individual language choices in their transfer-level English course.
ENGL B99NC Academic Reading and Writing Bootcamp
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
Designed to help students read, think, organize, and write successfully at the college entry level. This class will assist students in developing academic reading, writing, study, and time management skills that will help them communicate their ideas effectively and respond capably to college-level materials.
ENGL B100 Technical Writing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
Study of the process of technical writing and written communication. Students review various formats and writing purposes and produce technical and business-related documents. This is an upper-division general education course.
ENGL C1000 Academic Reading and Writing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 100
In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. Part 2 Note: Not open to students that have successfully completed ENGL B1A or ENGL B1AL.
ENGL C1000E Academic Reading and Writing
- Units
- 3.5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 27 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 100
In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. This course includes embedded support. Part 2 Note: Not open to students that have successfully completed ENGL B1A or ENGL B1AL
ENGL C1001 Critical Thinking and Writing
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- College-level composition (ENGL C1000/ ENGL C1000H/ ENGL C1000E/C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 105
In this course, students receive instruction in critical thinking for purposes of constructing, evaluating, and composing arguments in a variety of rhetorical forms, using primarily non-fiction texts, refining writing skills and research strategies developed in ENGL C1000 College Reading and Writing (C-ID ENGL 100) or similar first-year college writing course. Part 2 Note: In this interdisciplinary team-taught course, students receive instruction from two faculty members, allowing students to develop critical thinking and writing skills from diverse perspectives. Note: Not open to students that have successfully completed ENGL B2.
ENGL C1002 Introduction to Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of college-level composition (ENGL C1000/ENGL C1000H/ENGL C1000E/C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent. OR Successful completion of college-level composition (ENGL C1000/ENGL C1000H/ENGL C1000E/C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent. OR Successful completion of college-level composition EMLSB1A or equivalent. OR Successful completion of college-level composition EMLSB1AL or equivalent.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 120
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. Part 2 Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed ENGL B1B.
ENGL C1003 Critical Thinking and Writing through Literature
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Successful completion of college-level composition (ENGL C1000/ENGL C1000H/ENGL C1000E/C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent. OR Successful completion of college-level composition (ENGL C1000/ENGL C1000H/ENGL C1000E/C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent. OR Successful completion of college-level composition (EMLSB1A/EMLSB1AL/C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent. OR Successful completion of college-level composition (EMLSB1A/EMLSB1AL/C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 110
In this course, students receive instruction in analytical, critical, and argumentative writing. Students develop critical thinking, close reading and literary analysis skills, research strategies, information literacy, and knowledge of accurate documentation through the study of diverse literary works from a variety of literary genres, developing an appreciation for literature. Part 2 Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed ENGL B3.