Arabic
11 courses · Coastline College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
ARAB C180 Elementary Arabic 1
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
ARAB C180 is an introductory course in Arabic. ARAB C180 introduces fundamental concepts of the standard, classical Arabic used as the lingua franca of some two dozen countries in the world. Comprehension of written and spoken Arabic will be emphasized, as will pronunciation and simple conversation. Study of the customs and cultures of the Arab peoples will enhance student's global awareness.
ARAB C180A Elementary Arabic 1A
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
ARAB C180A is an introductory course in Arabic. ARAB C180A introduces fundamental concepts of the standard, classical Arabic used as the lingua franca of some two dozen countries in the world. Comprehension of written and spoken Arabic will be emphasized, as will pronunciation and simple conversation. Study of the customs and cultures of the Arab peoples will enhance students' global awareness. ARAB C180A is equivalent to the first half of ARAB C180.
ARAB C180B Elementary Arabic 1B
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ARAB C180A.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
ARAB C180B is a continuation of ARAB C180A. ARAB C180B enhances beginning-level skills in reading, writing, speaking and understanding classical/literary Arabic. Grammatical and vocabulary patterns will be emphasized, together with listening and speaking practice. ARAB C180B is equivalent to the second half of ARAB C180.
ARAB C182 Conversational Arabic
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ARAB C180 or C180B.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Conversational course emphasizing pronunciation, production, and comprehension of spoken standard Arabic, augmented by structures unique to colloquial dialects such as Lebanese, Egyptian, Gulf, etc. and taught within the dynamic cultural context of the language of a major world civilization with contemporary influence and interest.
ARAB C185 Elementary Arabic 2
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ARAB C180 or C180B.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
Advanced beginning course continuing ARAB C180 or C180B, emphasizing listening and reading comprehension, grammar, oral production, and writing skills in elementary standard classical/literary Arabic and introducing features of the life and culture associated with Arabic language and inherent in Arabic-speaking countries, including discussions of the cultural origins of linguistic expression and studies of systems of cultural transmission through the arts, sciences, and religion. Correspondence, popular media, and literary selections will be discussed, and the philosophical bases of Arabic cultures surveyed.
ARAB C185A Elementary Arabic 2A
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ARAB C180 or C180B.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
Second-year continuation of elementary classical Arabic. Enhances elementary skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding classical/literary Arabic and presents social and geographical dialects. Strengthens reading and writing skills through correspondence, popular media, study of the arts, religion, and literature. Includes extensive practice in conversation and discussion of culture.
ARAB C185B Elementary Arabic 2B
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ARAB C185A.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
Continuation of ARAB C185A. ARAB C185B continues to develop skills in reading, writing, and speaking literary (classical) Arabic. Basic grammar and vocabulary learned in first-year Arabic will be enhanced and listening and speaking opportunities provided. Further practice and review will be encouraged with audiotapes and special readings. Listening assignments may be made. Short compositions, expository writings, and themed writings will be assigned. ARAB C185B is equivalent to the second half of ARAB C185.
ARAB C280A Intermediate Arabic 1A
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ARAB C185 or C185B.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
Intermediate course in Modern Standard Arabic which stresses reading, writing, listening and speaking as well as expanding cultural awareness of Arab speakers worldwide. ARAB C280A and C280B equal ARAB C280.
ARAB C280B Intermediate Arabic 1B
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ARAB C280A.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
Continuing intermediate course in Modern Standard Arabic which stresses reading, writing, listening and speaking as well as expanding cultural awareness of Arab speakers worldwide. ARAB C280A and C280B equal ARAB C280.
ARAB C285A Intermediate Arabic 2A
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ARAB C280 or C280B.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
Advanced/Intermediate course in Modern Standard Arabic which stresses reading, writing, listening, and speaking and expands upon students' knowledge of grammar and morphology as well as expanding cultural awareness of the Arab world. ARAB C285A and C285B equal ARAB C285.
ARAB C285B Intermediate Arabic 2B
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ARAB C285A.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
Advanced/Intermediate course in Modern Standard Arabic which stresses reading, writing, listening, and speaking and expands upon students' knowledge of grammar and morphology as well as expanding cultural awareness of the Arab world. ARAB C285A and C285B equal ARAB C285.