HIST 171 - World Civilizations (1500CE to the Present)

    Recent Professors
    Sabrina Jimenez, Brandi Mello, Vanesse Hiten
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    45 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · Cal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 4F · CSU GE Area C2 · CSU GE Area D6
    Description
    Study of cross-cultural history emphasizing the art and literature, philosophy and religion, family and society, as well as the political, economic and technological contributions of the world's civilizations from 1500 CE to the present. This course focuses on modern western and non-western history, culture and socio-political structures and the effect of modern technology, colonialism and revolution in the world.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:10pm, Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm