HIST 2 - THE HISTORY OF WORLD CIVILIZATIONS SINCE 1500

Recent Professors: H. Carnie, S. Hill
Recent Semesters: Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
Class Size: 45 students
Credits: 3
Spring 2027 Sections: View Spring 2027 sections of HIST 2
Transfers To: UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · Cal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 4F · CSU GE Area D6 · CSU GE Area C2
Description: This course examines the origins, major themes, and principle developments of world civilizations since the 16th century. Special emphasis is given to interactions among various civilizations in Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania, and the Americas and their mutual interdependence in the shaping of the modern world. Particular attention will be paid to the analysis of themes like imperialism, colonialism, industrialization, trade, modernization, urbanization and the rise of the nation-state. C-ID: HIST 160
Usually Held: Tue Thu 7:30am–9:20am, Mon Wed 11:00am–12:15pm