HISTORY 4                     3 units
History of Western Civilization
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W and 2R.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 3B; CSU - GE C2 or D2; CAN HIST SEQ A - HIST 4 and 5; CAN HIST 2
General Education: AA/AS Area B2
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This is a study of Western Civilization from pre-historic times to the Renaissance. The focus of the course will be on the history of Europe, including a general account of those political, economic, and social institutions as well as the cultural and intellectual forces that help explain our present day civilization. The course includes the general study of the nature of history, prehistoric culture, the Ancient Near East, Greece, Rome, the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

History of Western Civilization - Honors

Prerequisite: Admission to Honors Program.

Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 3B; CSU - GE C2 or D2

General Education: AA/AS Area B2

Hours: 54 hours lecture

Description: A history of Western Civilization from the Ancient Near East until the Renaissance with emphasis on those social, economic, political, and cultural forces which help explain our present civilization with added emphasis on historiography, primary sources, historical interpretation, and the craft of writing history. This honors section uses an intensive instructional methodology designed to challenge motivated students.

HISTORY 5                     3 units
History of Western Civilization
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W and 2R
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 3B; CSU - GE C2 or D2; CAN HIST SEQ A - HIST 4 and 5; CAN HIST 4
General Education: AA/AS Area B2
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course is a study of Western Civilization concentrating on the history of Europe. A general account of political, economic, and social institutions as well as the cultural and intellectual forces that help explain our present day civilization will be covered from High Renaissance to the present.

Women in Western Civilization

Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W or 2R.

Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 3B; CSU - GE C2 or D2

General Education: AA/AS Area B2

Hours: 54 hours lecture

Description: This course surveys women's contributions to the major ideas, institutions, and events of Western Civilization. Diversified roles of women are examined from antiquity to the present with emphasis on the interaction of the sexes. The effects on the society of the patriarchal structure of the family, and, consequently, the pervasive impact on all institutions of western culture is closely examined.

HISTORY 8                     3 units
History of the Americas
Advisory: Completion of English 57 or ESL 2W and 2R
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D1 General Education: AA/AS Areas B1, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course provides a general historical survey of the Americas, North and South, from European discovery through the Wars of Independence.

HISTORY 9                     3 units
History of the Americas
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W and 2R
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D1
General Education: AA/AS Areas B1, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course offers a general historical survey of the Americas, North and South, from national independence to the present day. Emphasis will be on modern day Latin American-United States relations.

HISTORY 10                     3 units
History of Mexico
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W and 2R.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 3B; CSU - GE C2 or D2
General Education: AA/AS Areas B2, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: As a general history of Mexico from earliest times to the present, this course provides a comprehensive study of Indian-Mexico, the Spanish conquest, Colonial New Spain, War of Independence, Age of Santa Anna, Reign of Diaz, Revolution of 1910 and the reconstruction and Contemporary Mexico.

HISTORY 11                     3 units
World History to 1500
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W and 2R.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D2
General Education: AA/AS Areas B2, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course surveys world history to 1500 with an emphasis on the dynamic interaction of cultures and peoples. The course will emphasize the role of social, political, economic, cultural and intellectual forces as they shape the major world civilizations. It will also focus on the legacy and contributions of these civilizations to our present cultures.

HISTORY 12                     3 units
World History from 1500 to Present
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W and 2R.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D2
General Education: AA/AS Areas B2, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course is a survey of world civilizations from 1500 to the present, with particular emphasis on the dynamic interaction and comparison of peoples and cultures. The focus is on the role played by social, political, economic, cultural and intellectual forces in shaping the major world civilizations, the legacy of these civilizations and the ongoing tension between tradition and modernity.

HISTORY 14                     3 units
History of the United States: African-American Emphasis
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W and 2R is advised.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D1
General Education: AA/AS Areas B1, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: Covering the U.S. Constitution and founding of American governmental institutions, this course focuses on United States history from the establishment of the first New World colonies to the end of the Civil War. This course will pay particular attention to the ways in which black people have influenced the formation and development of this nation. This course will also examine the ways in which racial issues have shaped American society, culture, and politics. There will be no credit if preceded by History 16 or 17.

HISTORY 15                     3 units
History of the United States: African-American Emphasis
Advisory: Eligibility for English 57 or English as a Second Language 2R and 2W.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D1
General Education: AA/AS Areas B1, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course focuses on United States history from 1865 to Present, including coverage of state and local government, with an emphasis on the role of African-Americans. This course will pay close attention to the ways in which black people have shaped American society, culture, and politics. No credit if preceded by History 16 or 18.

Survey of the United States History

Advisories: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W and 2R.

Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D 1

General Education: AA/AS Area B 1 Hours: 54 hours lecture

Description: The scope of American history, 1789 to the present, is covered in this course which emphasizes the major themes of our development. History 16 is specially designed to meet the needs of transfer students other than social science majors. No credit if preceded by History 14, 15, 17, 18.

HISTORY 17                     3 units
History of the United States to 1877
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2R and 2W.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D1
General Education: AA/AS Areas B1, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course covers the development of American institutions and society through Reconstruction and partially fulfills American institutions requirements. The course emphasizes the role played by political, econome`ic, social, cultural and intellectual forces on the culture and development of multiple ethnic groups in a comparative format. The course is not recommended for students who have completed History 16.
It would benefit history students to register also for Library 15 for help with historical research projects.

HISTORY 17H                    3 units
History of the United States to 1877 - Honors
Prerequisites: Admission to the Honors program and eligibility for English 1A.
Acceptable for credit: CSU; CSU - GE D1 General Education: AA/AS Areas B1, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course covers the development of American institutions and society hrough Reconstruction and partially fulfills American institutions requirements. The course emphasizes the role played by political, economic, social, cultural and intellectual forces on the culture and development of multiple ethnic groups in a comparative format. The class is conducted in a seminar format and requires that the student engage in the reading of at least four other major books besides the required text. This honors section uses an intensive instructional methodology and is designed to challenge motivated students. The course is not recommended for students who have completed History 16.

HISTORY 18                     3 units
History of the United States
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2R and 2W.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D1; CAN HIST 10; CSU - GE D1
General Education: AA/AS Areas B1, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course covers the development of American institutions and society from Reconstruction to the present and partially fulfills American institutions requirements. The course emphasizes the role played by political, economic, social, cultural and intellectual forces on the culture and development of multiple ethnic groups in a comparative format. This course is not recommended for students who have completed History 16.

HISTORY 18H                    3 units
History of the United States - Honors
Prerequisites: Admission to Honors Program.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D1
General Education: AA/AS Areas B1, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: The course will focus on the development of American institutions from 1877 to the present. Not recommended for students who have completed History 16. This honors section uses an intensive instructional methodology designed to challenge motivated students.

HISTORY 19                     3 units
Asian Civilization
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2R and 2W.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 3B; CSU - GE C2 or D2
General Education: AA/AS Areas B2, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course provides a general survey of Asian civilization with emphasis on East Asia, beginning with the dawn of recorded history through 1600.

HISTORY 20                     3 units
Asian Civilization
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2R and 2W.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 3B; CSU - GE C2 or D2
General Education: AA/AS Areas B2, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course provides an examination of the political, social, economic and cultural transformation of West Asia, East Asia, India and Southeast Asia since 1600. Emphasis will be placed on how these cultures responded to meet the challenges of western civilization.

Recent United States History

Advisories: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W and 2R.

Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4 or 7; CSU - GE D1

General Education: AA/AS Area B 1

Hours: 54 hours lecture

Description: This course covers United States history from 1945 to the present, offering an in-depth study of post-World War II United States history. Emphasis will be placed on domestic policy foreign policy, and social and political movements.

Recent U. S. History Honors

Prerequisite: Admission to Honors program.

Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D 1 General Education: AA/AS Area B 1 Hours: 54 hours lecture

Description: The course covers United States history from 1945 to the present, offering an in-depth study of post World War II U.S. History. Emphasis will be placed on domestic policy, foreign policy, and social and political movements. This honors section uses an intensive instructional methodology designed to challenge motivated students.

HISTORY 22                     3 units
African History and Culture to 1880
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2R and 2W.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 3B; CSU - GE C2 or D2
General Education: AA/AS Areas B2, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course offers an overview of the history of Africa and its culture from the earliest times to the present. The impact of Islam and Europe will be addressed with an emphasis on Africa south of the Sahara.

World History in the Twentieth Century

Advisories: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W and 2R.

Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; IGETC 4; CSU - GE D2 General Education: AA/AS Areas B2, F Hours: 54 hours lecture

Description: This course examines the major historical developments of the 20th Century world: global wars and the emergence of the Third World; nationalist and revolutionary movements; capitalist and communist systems; the legacies of western dominance; ethnic conflict; and the struggle for economic development.

HISTORY 28                     3 units
Survey of California History: A Multicultural Perspective
Advisory: English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W or 2R.
Acceptable for credit: UC, CSU; CSU - GE D2
General Education: AA/AS Areas B2, F
Hours: 54 hours lecture.
Description: This course is a survey of the history of California with an emphasis on the state's multicultural society beginning with Native California cultures. The course considers the impact of Mexican, Asian, and African Americans as well as other groups within the context of economic, political, and cultural developments.

Contemporary Issues (Same as Political Science 47)

Prerequisite: Eligibility for English 57 or English as a Second Language 2W.

Acceptable for credit: UC (See Special Studies), CSU; CSU GE D2

General Education: AA/AS Area B2

Hours: 54 hours lecture

Description: Content will differ each time course is offered. Objective is to focus content on issues of national and international significance at the time of offering course. (Credit for History 47 or Political Science 47, but not both.)

Special Studies in History - See Special Studies.

Independent Studies in History - See Independent Studies.