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The American Sign Language (ASL) area of emphasis offers a number of courses. There are four levels of language courses, which focus three skills—comprehension, production, and culture knowledge. The culture course provides training in critical thinking while exploring cultural and literary themes in a historical context. The purpose of this major is twofold: to develop proficiency in receptive and expressive communication through ASL, as well as to foster an understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity. The skills acquired will prepare students to pursue careers in education, interpreting, business, linguistics, art, medical, and humanities.

Courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. 

Program Outcomes

• Demonstrate proficiency in communicating in expressive and receptive forms in American Sign Language.
• Examine and explain the culture and history of the Deaf community.

Requirements for the major in American Sign Language

Course List

Code	Title	Units
ASL 001	ELEMENTARY AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE	4
ASL 002	ELEMENTARY AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE	4
ASL 003	INTERMEDIATE AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE	4
ASL 004	INTERMEDIATE AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE – LEVEL 2	4
ASL 015	INTRODUCTION TO DEAF CULTURE	3
Total Units		19

General Education Requirements for the Associate in Arts Degree

• General Information
• PCC Local Gen Ed
• CSU Breadth
• IGETC