# Religious Studies (RELS) courses

Chabot College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 2 courses

Source: https://chabot.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/3973/6079/6083/7528/7619

"Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Summer 2026, Fall 2026.

### RELS 50 — Religions of the World

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 54 Lecture
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** Summer 2026, 1 section (/c/chabot-college/schedule/summer-2026/rels.md); Fall 2026, 4 sections (/c/chabot-college/schedule/fall-2026/rels.md)
- Grading: Letter Grade Only

This course explores the rich tapestry of global religions. It examines the profound spiritual traditions originating from India, including Hinduism and Buddhism; from China, such as Taoism and Confucianism; and from the Middle East, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Throughout the course, students will explore the histories, scriptures, beliefs, and traditions that define and characterize these religions.

### RELS 65 — Religions of Asia

- **Units:** 3
- **Hours:** 54 Lecture
- **Transfers to:** CSU, UC
- **Offered:** not on the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 schedules
- Grading: Letter Grade Only

This course explores the rich tapestry of religions from Asia. It examines the profound spiritual traditions originating from India, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism; from China, including Taoism and Confucianism; and from Japan, including Shinto. Throughout the course, students will explore the histories, scriptures, beliefs, and traditions that define and characterize these religions.