HISTORY
HIST-141
History of Western Civilization since the Renaissance
3 units SC • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL-122 or equivalent
The history of Western civilization from the 17th century to the present time. Emphasis is on understanding how the structures and outlook of modern civilization emerged by tracing political, economic, social, cultural, and intellectual developments from late medieval to contemporary times, with primary emphasis on developments of modern Europe. CSU, UC
HIST-150
History of East Asia (to 1600)
3 units SC • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL-122 or equivalent
History of East Asia, with emphasis on China and Japan, from pre-historical times to the beginning of the 17th century. CSU, UC
HIST-151
History of East Asia (from 1600 Present)
3 units SC • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL-122 or equivalent
History of East Asia, with emphasis on China and Japan, from the 17th century to the present. The history of Korea and Vietnam will also be considered. CSU, UC
HIST-155
Topics in History
.3-4 units SC • Variable hours
A supplemental course in history to provide a study of current concepts and problems in history and related substantive areas. Specific topics will be announced in the schedule of classes. CSU
HIST-160
British Life and Culture
3 units SC • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL-122 or equivalent
This course is designed to introduce the student to British life and culture through a combination of lectures, visits, and readings. HIST-160 will be taught at the London Study Center and will be required of all students in the London Program. CSU
HIST-161
Spanish Life and Culture
3 units SC • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL-122 or equivalent
A survey of Spanish life and culture from historical and contemporary perspectives. Specifically, the course will cover the history, politics, economics, culture, and society of modern-day Spain. This course is taught on-site within the study abroad program. CSU
HIST-170
History of Women in the United States (Pre-Colonial - 1877)
3 units SC • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL-122 or equivalent
This course is a survey of United States history (pre-colonial 1877) emphasizing women’s life experiences within the context of larger historical changes. The course will examine the commonalties of women’s experience based on their gender and the differences among women based on their race, ethnicity, class, and region. The course will explore how women fostered and were affected by social, political, economic, and cultural transformations. The course will consider the impact of the U.S. and California Constitutions and the activities of federal, state, and local governments on the experience of women. CSU, UC (credit limits may apply to UC - see counselor)
HIST-171
History of Women in the United States (1877- Present)
3 units SC • 54 hours lecture per term • Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL-122 or equivalent
This course is a survey of United States history (1877-present) emphasizing women’s life experiences within the context of larger historical changes. The course will also examine the commonalities of women’s experience based on their gender and the differences among women based on their race, ethnicity, class, and region. The course will explore how women fostered and were affected by the industrialization, secularization and urbanization of the United States, and the development of the United States as a world power. Women’s abilities to mobilize and change the political institutions at the national, state and local levels will be a main theme. CSU, UC (credit limits may apply to UC - see counselor)
HIST-298
Independent Study
.5-3 units SC • Variable hours • Note: Submission of acceptable educational contract to department and Instruction Office; topics must extend study beyond courses offered.
An opportunity for students to study special interests under direction of the faculty. CSU
252
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