CSU GE Breadth (Plan B)
- Cross-Listed Courses
- Area Requirements
- Area A1: Oral Communication
- Area A2: Written Communication
- Area A3: Critical Thinking
- Area B: Scientific Inquiry
- Area B4: Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
- Area C: Arts and Humanities
- Area D: Social Sciences
- Area E: Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
- Area F: Ethnic Studies
- U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals – CSU Graduation Requirement
- Additional Information
All information contained herein is subject to change without notice.1
Since individual plans and circumstances vary, students should consult with a counselor before beginning a program of study to ensure the appropriate General Education pattern is followed.
These requirements are designed for students planning to transfer to the California State University (CSU). Courses on this pattern are lower-division general education breadth requirements specific to the California State University System and used to obtain full or partial certification.
Students planning to transfer to the University of California should refer to the IGETC General Education Pattern (Plan C). Students planning to earn an associate degree and NOT transfer should follow Plan A. Both Plans A and C are accessible at https://www.lbcc.edu/general-education-patterns.
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2021-22 CSU GE-Breadth (Plan B): Published July 2021 Long Beach City College Office of School and College Articulation.
Cross-Listed Courses
A cross-listed course is interdisciplinary and is the same course as its cross-listed counterpart. A cross-listed course CANNOT be used in more than one discipline NOR can it be used to certify more than one area on Plan B: CHEM 4 = PHYS 4: Survey of Chemistry and Physics; ECON 5 = GEOG 5: The Global Economy; HUMAN 1/1H =SOCSC 1/1H: Comparative World Cultures/Honors CWC; HUMAN 7= SOCSC 7: American Pluralism and Identity; HLED 10 = PSYCH 10: Human Sexuality. ETHST 6 = EDUC 6 Ethnic Studies for Education/Educators.
Area Requirements
Double-counting of courses listed in more than one area of this general education pattern is NOT allowed. For example, PHIL 3 is listed in areas C2 (Humanities) and D (Social Sciences), but it may be used to satisfy only one of these requirements.
Area A1: Oral Communication
One class required (3 units minimum).
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | ||
| Elements of Public Speaking (3) | ||
| Elements of Interpersonal Communication (3) | ||
| Elements of Group Communication (3) | ||
| Elements of Persuasion (3) | ||
| Elements of Argumentation and Debate (3) | ||
Area A2: Written Communication
One class required (3 units minimum).
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | ||
| Reading and Composition (4) | ||
| Reading and Composition with Support (5) | ||
| College Writing for Non-Native Speakers (5) | ||
Area A3: Critical Thinking
One class required (3 units minimum).
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | ||
| Elements of Argumentation and Debate (3) | ||
| Critical Thinking Using Computers (3) | ||
| Argumentative and Critical Writing (4) | ||
| Critical Analysis of Literature (4) | ||
| Facts, Evidence, and Explanation (3) | ||
| Critical Thinking (3) | ||
| Introduction to Logic (3) | ||
| Symbolic Logic (3) | ||
| Analytical Reading (3) | ||
Area B: Scientific Inquiry
Two classes required (6 units minimum) - ONE from physical science (B1) and ONE from biological science (B2); one class must include an associated laboratory component (B3).
Note: Some classes listed have a laboratory component included and some have a separate class listing for the laboratory component. Classes with a lecture/laboratory combination are indicated by an asterisk.
Area B1: Physical Science
One class required (3 units minimum). Students can choose to take the laboratory component from either B1 or B2.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | ||
| Elementary Astronomy (3) | ||
| Astronomy Laboratory (2) | ||
| General Chemistry (5.5) * | ||
| General Chemistry (5.5) * | ||
| Elementary Chemistry (4.5) * | ||
| Intro to Gen, Organic and Biochemistry (5) * | ||
| Survey of Chemistry and Physics (4) *, 2 | ||
| Energy for the Future (3) | ||
| General Physical Geology (4.5) * | ||
| General Geology, Physical (3) | ||
| Geology Field Trips (1) | ||
| General Geology, Physical Geology Lab (1.5) | ||
| Historical Geology (4.5) * | ||
| Field Geology (2) * | ||
| Environmental Geology (3) | ||
| Field Studies: Western Environments (2) | ||
| Earth Science for Educators (4) * | ||
| Geology of California (3) | ||
| Physical Geography (3) | ||
| Physical Geography Lab (1.5) | ||
| Weather and Climate (3) | ||
| General Physics (4.5) * | ||
| General Physics (4.5) * | ||
| Physics for Sci. & Eng. - Mechanics (5.5) * | ||
| Physics for Sci. & Eng. - E & M (4.5) * | ||
| Physics for Sci. & Eng. - Modern Physics (4.5) * | ||
| Survey of Chemistry and Physics (4) *, 2 | ||
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A cross-listed course cannot be used in more than one discipline nor can it be used to certify more than one area on Plan B.
Area B2: Biological Sciences
One class required (3 units minimum). Students can choose to take the laboratory component from either B1 or B2.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | ||
| Human Anatomy (4) * | ||
| Anatomy & Physiology (5) * | ||
| Physical Anthropology (3) * | ||
| Physical Anthropology Laboratory (2) | ||
| Physical Anthropology Lecture and Lab (5) * | ||
| Biology for Science Majors (5) * | ||
| Biology for Science Majors (5) * | ||
| General Microbiology (5) * | ||
| Plant Biology (4) * | ||
| Environmental Problems of Man (3) | ||
| Marine Biology (4) * | ||
| The Marine Environment (3) | ||
| Biology and Society (3) | ||
| Wildlife Biology (4) * | ||
| Contemporary Biology (3) | ||
| Contemporary Biology Laboratory (1) | ||
| Human Biology (4) | ||
| Human Biology Laboratory (1) | ||
| Introduction to Pathophysiology (3) | ||
| Human Physiology (5) * | ||
Area B3: Laboratory Activity
One of the classes selected from B1 or B2 must include an associated laboratory component.
Area B4: Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
One class required (3 units minimum).
Note: Effective Fall 2021, students who complete GBUS 10 may use it to fulfill Area B4. Students who completed this course between Fall 2014 through Summer 2019 may only use it to fulfill Area E; GBUS 10 was removed from Area E effective Fall 2019.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | ||
| Personal Finance (3) | ||
| Probability and Statistics for Elementary Teachers (3) | ||
| Mathematics for Elementary Teaching I (3) | ||
| Finite Mathematics (3) | ||
| Trigonometry (3) | ||
| College Algebra (4) | ||
| Calculus for Business (3) | ||
| Precalculus Math (5) | ||
| First Calculus Course (5) | ||
| Second Calculus Course (5) | ||
| Third Calculus Course (5) | ||
| Intro Differential Eqns and Linear Alg (5) | ||
| Elementary Statistics (4) | ||
Area C: Arts and Humanities
Three classes required (9 units minimum). Students must take one class from C1 and C2 plus an additional class from either area for a total of 3 classes.
Area C1: Arts
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one or two of the following: | ||
| Arch. History - Ancient to Medieval (3) | ||
| Arch. History - Medieval to Renaissance (3) | ||
| Art and Civilization (3) | ||
| Art and Civilization (3) | ||
| Modern and Contemporary Art (3) | ||
| African, Oceanic, Native American Art (3) | ||
| History of Asian Art (3) | ||
| Introduction to Art (3) | ||
| Art Appreciation (3) | ||
| Latin American Art and Architecture (3) | ||
| Three Dimensional Design (3) | ||
| Two Dimensional Design (3) | ||
| Elements of Photography (3) | ||
| Elements of Oral Interpretation (3) | ||
| The Arts and Modern Man (3) | ||
| Dance Forms Through the Ages (3) | ||
| Hip Hop Dance History (3) | ||
| History of Fashion (3) | ||
| Introduction to Film Studies (3) | ||
| Film History I (3) | ||
| Film History II (3) | ||
| Film Genres (3) | ||
| Introduction to Music Theory (3) | ||
| History of Jazz (3) | ||
| Intercultural Music (3) | ||
| Music of Multicultural America (3) | ||
| Appreciation of Music (3) | ||
| History of Rock (3) | ||
| History of Photography (3) | ||
| Introduction to Broadcasting (3) | ||
| Acting 1-Introduction to Acting (3.5) | ||
| Introduction to Theatre (3) | ||
| Introduction to Dramatic Literature (3) | ||
Area C2: Humanities
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one or two of the following: | ||
| American Sign Language 1 (4) | ||
| American Sign Language 2 (4) | ||
| American Sign Language 3 (4) | ||
| American Sign Language 4 (4) | ||
| American Deaf Cultures (3) | ||
| Elementary Chinese 1 (5) | ||
| Elementary Chinese 2 (5) | ||
| Introduction to Literature/Composition (4) | ||
| Creative Writing 1 (3) | ||
| Masterpieces/Asian Literature (in English) (3) | ||
| Mythology (4) | ||
| Literature for Children and Young Adults (4) | ||
| Interpreting the Short Story (3) | ||
| The Novel (3) | ||
| Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror (3) | ||
| The Bible as Lit: The Old Testament (3) | ||
| The Bible as Lit: Apocrypha/New Testament (3) | ||
| American Literature I (4) | ||
| American Literature II (4) | ||
| Introduction to Shakespeare (4) | ||
| Introduction to Shakespeare (4) | ||
| World Literature I (4) | ||
| World Literature II (4) | ||
| Survey of British Literature I (4) | ||
| Survey of British Literature II (4) | ||
| Modern & Contemporary Literature (3) | ||
| Film and Literature (3) | ||
| Introduction to Creative Nonfiction (3) | ||
| Elementary French (5) | ||
| Elementary French (5) | ||
| Intermediate French (5) | ||
| Intermediate French (5) | ||
| Advanced French: Culture in Literature (3) | ||
| Elementary German (5) | ||
| Elementary German (5) | ||
| History of Western (European) Civilization (3) | ||
| History of Western (European) Civilization (3) | ||
| World History to 1500 (3) | ||
| World History Since 1500 (3) | ||
| Ancient Egypt History (3) | ||
| History of the Americas (3) | ||
| History of the Americas (Modern Era) (3) | ||
| History of China (3) | ||
| History of Japan and Korea (3) | ||
| History of India and Southeast Asia (3) | ||
| Hist./Early America (Colonial-Reconstr) (3) | ||
| Hist./Modern America (Reconstr-Present) (3) | ||
| History of Mexico (3) | ||
| History of Women and Gender in the U.S. (3) | ||
| African American History to 1877 (3) | ||
| African American History 1877 to present (3) | ||
| Introduction to Chicana/o History (3) | ||
| Comparative World Cultures (3) 2 | ||
| Intro to Ethnic Histories and Identity (3) 2 | ||
| Elementary Italian (5) | ||
| Elementary Italian (5) | ||
| Elementary Japanese (5) | ||
| Elementary Japanese (5) | ||
| Intermediate Japanese (5) | ||
| Intermediate Japanese (5) | ||
| Khmer for Heritage Speakers (5) | ||
| Khmer for Heritage Speakers (5) | ||
| Linguistics 1 (3) | ||
| Introduction to World Languages (3) | ||
| Intro to Issues/Phil, Psych & Religion (3) 2 | ||
| History of Ancient Philosophy (3) | ||
| History of Modern Philosophy (3) | ||
| Introduction to Philosophy (3) | ||
| Introduction to Ethics (3) | ||
| Philosophies of Global East and South (3) | ||
| Introduction to Existentialism (3) | ||
| Introduction to Feminist Philosophy (3) | ||
| Philosophy of Religion (3) | ||
| Introduction to Political Philosophy (3) | ||
| Introduction to Business Ethics (3) | ||
| Comparative World Cultures (3) 2 | ||
| Intro to Ethnic Histories and Identity (3) 2 | ||
| Elementary Spanish (5) | ||
| Elementary Spanish (5) | ||
| Intermediate Spanish (5) | ||
| Intermediate Spanish (5) | ||
| Spanish for Spanish Speakers (5) | ||
| Spanish for Spanish Speakers (5) | ||
| Advanced Spanish: Culture in Literature (3) | ||
| Advanced Spanish: History (3) | ||
| Advanced Spanish: Politics, Current Event (3) | ||
| Advanced Spanish: Literature (3) | ||
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A cross-listed course cannot be used in more than one discipline nor can it be used to certify more than one area on Plan B.
Area D: Social Sciences
Two classes required (6 units minimum).
Note: New students starting at LBCC beginning Fall 2021 or later must complete 6 semester units or 9 quarter units in either the same or different disciplines for CSUGE certification. Students who started LBCC prior to Fall 2021 and have maintained continuous enrollment must complete 9 semester units or 12 quarter units in at least two different disciplines for CSUGE certification.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete three of the following: | ||
| Cultural Anthropology (3) | ||
| Intro to Archaeology (3) | ||
| Linguistic Anthropology (3) | ||
| Magic, Witchcraft and Religion (3) | ||
| Child & Adolescent Development DS1 (3) | ||
| Human Development (3) | ||
| Elements of Intercultural Communication (3) | ||
| Elements of Communication Theory (3) | ||
| Macro Economic Analysis (3) | ||
| Micro Economic Analysis (3) | ||
| General Concepts in Economics (3) | ||
| Contemporary Economic Issues (3) | ||
| The Global Economy (3) 2 | ||
| Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3) | ||
| Introduction to Global Studies (3) | ||
| Global Issues (3) | ||
| History of Western (European) Civilization (3) | ||
| History of Western (European) Civilization (3) | ||
| World History to 1500 (3) | ||
| World History Since 1500 (3) | ||
| Ancient Egypt History (3) | ||
| History of the Americas (3) | ||
| History of the Americas (Modern Era) (3) | ||
| History of China (3) | ||
| History of Japan and Korea (3) | ||
| History of India and Southeast Asia (3) | ||
| History of Mexico (3) | ||
| History of Women and Gender in the U.S. (3) | ||
| African American History to 1877 (3) | ||
| African American History 1877 to present (3) | ||
| Introduction to Chicana/o History (3) | ||
| Introduction to Public Health (3) | ||
| Health and Social Justice (3) | ||
| Comparative World Cultures (3) 2 | ||
| Intro to Ethnic Histories and Identity (3) 2 | ||
| Intro to Global Media Communications (3) | ||
| Philosophy of LGBTQIA+ Studies (3) | ||
| Intro to Issues/Phil, Psych & Religion (3) 2 | ||
| Introduction to Feminist Philosophy (3) | ||
| Introduction to Political Philosophy (3) | ||
| Introduction to Business Ethics (3) | ||
| Introduction to Government (3) | ||
| Comparative Government (3) | ||
| Issues of American Government (3) | ||
| World Politics (3) | ||
| The Constitution, Law and Society (3) | ||
| Introduction to Political Science (3) | ||
| Introduction to Political Theory (3) | ||
| Introduction to Psychology (3) | ||
| Social Psychology (3) | ||
| Abnormal Psychology (3) | ||
| Psychology of Personality (3) | ||
| Introduction to Public Administration (3) | ||
| Comparative World Cultures (3) 2 | ||
| Intro to Ethnic Histories and Identity (3) 2 | ||
| Introduction to Sociology (3) | ||
| Modern Social Problems (3) | ||
| Race & Ethnic Relations in the U.S. (3) | ||
| Sociology of Latinos and Latinas (3) | ||
| Introduction to Sociology of Gender (3) | ||
| Sociology of the Family (3) | ||
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A cross-listed course cannot be used in more than one discipline nor can it be used to certify more than one area on Plan B.
Area E: Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
One class required (3 units minimum) from either LIST A or LIST B.
Note: LIST B requires completion of two classes for a total of 3 units minimum. To determine which Kinesiology activity courses satisfy this area requirement, check the approved course list for CSU GE-Breadth Certification Area E located on the ASSIST website at https://assist.org/.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete 3 units from either LIST A or LIST B: | ||
| LIST A | ||
| Child & Adolescent Development DS1 (3) | ||
| Human Development (3) | ||
| Making a Difference with Mentoring (3) | ||
| College and Professional Success (3) | ||
| Career Planning and College Success (3) | ||
| Nutrition and Life (3) | ||
| Contemporary Health Issues (3) | ||
| Women's Health Issues (3) | ||
| Men's Health Issues (3) | ||
| Human Sexuality (3) 2 | ||
| Drugs, Health and Society (3) | ||
| Introduction to Kinesiology (3) | ||
| Lifetime Wellness Principles (3) | ||
| Learning and Academic Strategies (3) | ||
| Psychology of Adjustment (3) | ||
| Human Sexuality (3) | ||
| LIST B | ||
| Techniques of Physical Fitness (2) | ||
& 1 unit of a Kinesiology activity class | ||
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A cross-listed course cannot be used in more than one discipline nor can it be used to certify more than one area on Plan B.
Area F: Ethnic Studies
One class required (3 units minimum).
Note: New students starting at LBCC beginning Fall 2021 or later are required to complete 3 semester units or 4 quarter units for CSUGE certification. Students who started at LBCC prior to Fall 2021 and have maintained continuous enrollment are not required to complete Area F for CSUGE certification.
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | ||
| Introduction to Ethnic Studies (3) | ||
| Ethnic Studies for Education/Educators (3) | ||
| Ethnic Studies for Education/Educators (3) | ||
U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals – CSU Graduation Requirement
Two classes required (6 units minimum) – ONE class from history and ONE class from political science.
This is a CSU graduation requirement that can be completed after transferring to a CSU.
Note: Only courses completed at LBCC may be used to certify this requirement. Effective Fall 2016, students are no longer required to take both HIST 8A/8AH and HIST 8B/8BH at LBCC. Students may now take either course to meet the History portion of the U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals graduation requirement (Retroactive to Fall 2004).
The following courses may be used to satisfy both the GE and U.S. History requirements: HIST 8A/8AH, HIST 8B/8BH, HIST 10/10H, HIST 11/11H, HIST 27A , HIST 27B , HIST 33 and POLSC 1/1H (retroactive to Fall 2011).
History
One class required (3 units minimum).
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | ||
| History of the Americas (3) | ||
| History of the Americas (Modern Era) (3) | ||
| Hist./Early America (Colonial-Reconstr) (3) | ||
| Hist./Modern America (Reconstr-Present) (3) | ||
| African American History to 1877 (3) | ||
| African American History 1877 to present (3) | ||
| Introduction to Chicana/o History (3) | ||
Political Science
One class required (3 units minimum).
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Complete one of the following: | ||
| Introduction to Government (3) | ||
Additional Information
Admissions
Effective Fall 2005, the CSU requires completion of a minimum of 60 transferable units for junior standing for students not eligible for admission to CSU from high school. LBCC courses numbered 1-99 will transfer to all CSU campuses.
As part of the 60 units, 30 units of General Education must be completed, including the Golden Four (Areas A1, A2, A3, and B4). The Golden Four must be completed with a grade of “C”/“P” or better for admissions purposes.
A maximum of 70 transferable semester units earned at a California community college will be accepted by a CSU toward a Bachelor’s Degree.
Generally, a 2.0 overall G.P.A. in CSU transferable units (LBCC courses numbered 1-99) is the required minimum. Certain impacted/popular majors and universities may require a higher G.P.A. (See a LBCC counselor for more information.)
The online application for CSU is located at www2.calstate.edu/apply.
Priority Application Filing Periods:
- Fall Quarter/Semester: October 1 - November 30
- Winter Quarter/Semester: June 1-30
- Spring Quarter/Semester: August 1-31
- Summer Quarter: February 1-28
**Check with a counselor for open filing periods**
Certification
Certification is the process whereby Long Beach City College approves lower-division general education coursework for CSU transfer. Only courses taken from approved lists are eligible for certification for CSU GE-Breadth. When a transcript is certified by LBCC, it is marked to indicate that the lower-division general education requirements for CSU have been met. Completion of the full 39 unit pattern is recommended. With permission of the CSU, students may transfer to a CSU and return to LBCC to complete classes for certification. Students must see a counselor to use non-LBCC courses on this plan.
Certification requirements:
A minimum of 12 General Education units must be completed in residence at LBCC in order to qualify for certification.
The following requirements, known as “The Golden Four,” must each be completed:
- Area A1 Completed
- Area A2 Completed
- Area A3 Completed
- Area B4 Completed