CHICANO 044 - Mexican Civilization

    Recent Professors
    Jose Hernandez
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    6.5Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course considers the significant elements of pre-Columbian Mexican civilization, the impact of the Spanish domination upon the indigenous population and its influence upon mores, art, and industry. It introduces the students to studies in the history, literature, art, and music of Mexico as they evolved from colonial times to the present. The impact of the Mexican Revolution upon all the Americas is considered. It examines the present-day culture of Mexican-Americans as influenced by their Mexican heritage and life in the United States. The course is taught in English.