HIS 112 - Early Modern and Modern Western Civilizations

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
This course meets the Arts & Humanities General Education Requirement. This course meets the Social and Behavioral Sciences General Education Requirement.

Explore societal changes and continuities in structure, thought, government, economics and culture through readings, critical thinking and writing from the Renaissance to the present.

Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for ENG 101 /ENG 101A .

Note: HIS 111 is not a prerequisite for this course.

Location(s) Typically Offered: Online (OL)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall and spring

Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of the diverse cultures and histories of major European civilizations since 1500 C.E.
Reinforce knowledge presented in the course concerning political, economic, social, intellectual, and religious systems from 1500 C.E. to present day.
Recognize the impact of natural environments on how and why societies interact and function through the centuries.
Survey interactions and exchanges including trade, migration, and conflicts between different cultures throughout history.
Evaluate the impact of European history since 1500 C. E. on modern society.