HIST 005A - World History: Prehistory to 1500

    Recent Professors
    Usiel Meraz Cerna, Justin Coburn, Alexandra Zvargulis Robertson, Mel Pritchard
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023
    Class Size
    38 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · Cal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4F · IGETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area C2 · CSU GE Area D6 · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    This course provides a comparative, interactive investigation and analysis of World History as related to the development of the modern world. Five geographic regions surveyed include: Asia/Pacific Islands, Africa, Europe, North America and South America. Students are introduced to the major historical trends and developments in World History from Prehistory to 1500. The methods of historical analysis and interpretation are addressed through survey of cultural, economic, political, social and technological similarities and differences between civilizations. The course examines issues relevant to understanding race, culture, class, ethnicity, gender, religion, disabilities and sexualities in human societies through World History.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 10:55am–12:20pm, Tue Thu 9:20am–10:45am