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24 courses · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
ENGL 7A Creative Writing: Short Fiction
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Seminar in short fiction writing. Students study the underlying principles of this form of literature, write short stories, analyze each other's work, and practice revision and editing techniques.
ENGL 7B Creative Writing: Fiction
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Seminar in fiction writing focused on longer works. Students study the underlying principles of this form of literature; write longer and more developed short stories, novellas, or chapters of a novel; analyze and respond to each other's work; edit/revise/rewrite to ready for publication; and research potential markets for submission.
ENGL 7D Creative Writing: Poetry
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Writing seminar focusing on analysis of methods, forms, and meanings of poetry with emphasis on the elements of figurative language, sound, rhythm, and tone. Students develop critical standards for judging the worth of a poem, give their critical estimates of professional and student work, and write their own poetry.
ENGL 7E Creative Writing: Nonfiction
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Course in creative nonfiction writing. Review of the principles employed in writing creative nonfiction such as memoirs, personal essays, review, profiles, nature articles, and reportage. Students create essays, analyze and respond to student and professional writing, craft works intended for publication, and research potential markets for submission.
ENGL 20 Introduction to Creative Writing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ENGL 200
This seminar introduces students to the principles and practices of creative writing across multiple genres, with an emphasis on short stories, poetry, and creative nonfiction. Students read and analyze published works from diverse voices alongside their peers’ writing to develop critical standards for evaluation, explore the craft of language and form, and practice techniques of revision and editing. Through writing exercises and workshops, students create original works in different genres to experience a range of literary expression before choosing more specialized creative writing courses.
ENGL 32 Introduction to the Novel
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Reading and analysis of novels of established merit drawn from multiple cultures.
ENGL 33 Introduction to Poetry
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Survey of poetry written in English from the Middle Ages through the present day, with an emphasis on modern examples of poetry that celebrate diverse identities, communities and experiences. Increases students' knowledge of poetry, its history and relevant poetic movements. Strengthens their ability to holistically analyze and synthesize poetic works for content, context, structure and historical/societal significance. Special attention is given to poetic voice, syntax, figures of speech, sonics, and forms. Note: English 33 is not a creative writing course.
ENGL 35 Literary Magazine Production
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture, 48-54 Laboratory
- Transfers to
- CSU
Concepts and practices of magazine production, including the maintenance of a web version. Acting as editors and assistants for The Chaffey Review, students master the fundamentals of editorial evaluation and selection, copyediting, proofreading, layout and design, production, promotion, and distribution.
ENGL 68 Mythology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Major myths, especially in relation to the culture in which they arose, with a special emphasis on Greek myths. Broad comparison of the myths of many cultures and their influence on subsequent literature.
ENGL 70A World Literature I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 140
Chronological survey of significant authors and texts of world literature from earliest times through the mid-1600's. Selected works derive from Europe, the Middle East, Asia and other areas. Extensive reading and discussion of works reflecting the diversity of thought in the world. Examination of the relationship between historical events and literary works, and the impact of works on their age and ensuing eras. Strong writing component with emphasis on textual analysis.
ENGL 70B World Literature II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 145
Chronological survey of significant authors and texts of the world, including Europe, the middle East, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, and other areas, from the mid-17th century to the present. Extensive reading and discussion of works in various genres reflecting diverse cultural viewpoints. Examination of the relationship between historical events and literary works, and the impact of works upon their age and ensuing eras. Strong writing component with emphasis on textual analysis.
ENGL 73 LGBTQIA+ Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introductory analysis of LGBTQIA+ literature written in the English language, with some review of Western and world classical literature. Identification of and analysis of major LGBTQIA+ authors and themes. Special focus on the development of queer theory as a means of interpreting literature. Investigation of modes including drama, poetry, essays, short stories, and the novel.
ENGL 74 Asian-American Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introductory analysis of Asian-American literatures. Investigation of literary modes including drama, poetry, essays, short stories, and the novel. Identification and analysis of recurrent themes, gender portrayals, writing styles, and topics associated with Asian-American authors. Evaluation of the social, cultural, and political influence of Asian-American writers on the United States, as well as the impact of the dominant U.S. society in Asian-American writing during the twentieth century.
ENGL 75A American Literature I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 130
Chronological survey of significant authors and texts of American literature from its beginnings in the colonial period to the 1860s. Extensive reading and discussion of works reflecting the diversity of the United States. Examination of the relationship between historical events and literary works. Strong writing component with emphasis on textual analysis.
ENGL 75B American Literature II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 135
Chronological survey of significant authors and texts of American literature from the 1860s to the present. Extensive reading and discussion of works reflecting the diversity of the United States. Examination of the relationship between historical events and literary works. Strong writing component with emphasis on textual analysis.
ENGL 76 African-American Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introductory analysis of African-American literatures. Investigation of literary modes, including drama, poetry, essays, short stories, and the novel. Identification and analysis of recurrent themes, gender portrayals, writing styles, and topics associated with African- American authors. Evaluation of the social, cultural, and political influence of African-American writers on the United States, as well as the impact of the dominant U.S. society on African-American writing during the twentieth century.
ENGL 77 Latino Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introductory analysis of Latino literature written in English. Investigation of literary modes, including drama, poetry, essays, short stories, and the novel. Identification and analysis of recurring themes, gender portrayals, writing styles, and topics associated with Latino writers. Evaluation of the social, cultural, and political influence of Latino writers on the United States, as well as the impact of the dominant U.S. society on Latino writing during the twentieth and into the twenty-first centuries.
ENGL 79 Native American Literatures
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introductory analysis of the literary, social, and cultural aspects of novels, short stories, essays, and poetry produced by Native American societies and how Native People use these various literary forms to express their worldviews and cultures. Analysis of cultural norms, the contributions of Native People to American culture, the relationship between Indigenous communities and Western culture, and the changing image of Native People in Western societies.
ENGL 80A Survey of British Literature I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 160
Chronological survey of major authors and texts of British literature from the Old English to the Neoclassic period (up to the last quarter of the 18th century). Extensive reading and discussion of works. Examination of the relationship between historical events and literary works. Strong writing component with emphasis on textual analysis.
ENGL 80B Survey of British Literature II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 165
Chronological survey of major authors and texts of British literature from the late 18th century to the present. Includes contemporary British and post-colonial texts. Extensive reading and discussion of works. Examination of the relationship between historical events and literary works. Strong writing component with emphasis on textual analysis.
ENGL 81 Shakespeare
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Intensive reading, along with oral and written discussion, of a selected group of Shakespearean plays.
ENGL C1000 Academic Reading and Writing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 100 (ENGL 110)
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. May be offered as an Honors course. Incorporates texts that celebrate diverse identities, communities, and experiences, and that engage with difference, with the ultimate goal of preparing students to succeed in college and careers, and to participate in broader societal discourse. A minimum of 5,000 written words is required over the term. Three hours for supplemental learning through a Success Center that supports this course are required. Note: ENGL C1000 replaced ENGL-1A (CCN: ENGL C1000) beginning with the fall 2026 term.
ENGL C1001 Critical Thinking and Writing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: ENGL C1000
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 105 (ENGL 115)
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 Academic Reading and Writing (C-ID ENGL 100) or similar first-year college writing course. This course is designed to develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills beyond the level achieved in English 1A (CCN: ENGL C1000) to prepare students for upper division research and writing. This course will focus on the development of logical reasoning, analysis, argumentation, and information literacy through the use of primarily non-fiction texts. Students will write arguments using various types of rhetorical techniques and engage in academic discourse that explores diverse experiences and current issues. A minimum of 5,000 written words is required over the term. May be offered as an Honors course. Note: ENGL C1001 replaced ENGL-1B (CCN: ENGL C1001) beginning with the fall 2026 term.
ENGL C1002 Introduction to Literature
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48-54 Lecture
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: ENGL C1000
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 120 (ENGL-LIT 100)
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: Close reading of the literature guides inexperienced readers toward greater understanding and appreciation of imaginative literature, and provides more experienced readers with new perspectives through the analysis of the techniques and purposes of specific writers. May be offered as an Honors course.