Humanities electives should meet the generally accepted definitions that the humanities are the branches of knowledge concerned with man and his culture. Subjects in this area are art, music, drama, literature, history, philosophy, religion, linguistics, professional ethics, and foreign languages other than a student's native language These courses are designed as HU electives or as HU/SS electives in the ``Course Descriptions'' section of the catalog. Excluded as Humanities electives for ABET accredited engineering curricula are courses that emphasize learning-specific skills, such as writing, public speaking, studio art, acting, photography, etc. Such courses are designated ``HU; not for engineers'' in this catalog.
Humanities elective credits may not be granted by equivalency exams.