Evergreen Valley College

History

Summer 2013 Courses | Fall 2013 Courses | AA in History for Transfer

HIST-001 - Survey of American History
This course surveys the development of U.S. History in a broad approach to the social, constitutional, economic and political history of the U.S. with emphasis upon key events, issues and their backgrounds. Note: Combined with Political Science 001, this course meets US History & Constitution and State and Local Govt. requirements.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math:
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-003A - World History to 1500
This course introduces students to the world's regions and civilizations as interconnected entities. The course examines the fundamental economic, social, political, and ideological elements of human culture in historical context. This course is intended to take a thematic approach, which introduces the students to the ideas/accomplishments of significant men and women in each period and region. The growth and development of traditional civilizations to 1500 are covered.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math: 0
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-003B - World History From 1500
This course introduces students to the world's regions and civilizations as interconnected entities. The course examines the fundamental economic, social, political, and ideological elements of human culture in historical context. This course is intended to be a thematic approach, which introduces the students to the ideas/accomplishments of significant men and women in each period and region. The transformation of civilizations from 1500 is surveyed.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math: 0
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-010A - Development of Western Culture
This course covers the political, cultural, and philosophical development of Western culture and society through the study of the institutions, thought, literary and artistic expression of the ancient world and medieval society of Europe to the Reformation. Emphasis is placed on understanding the facets of modern civilization by tracing the social, cultural, and political thought of the past. This course is intended to be a chronological approach which introduces the students to the ideas/accomplishments of significant men and women in each period.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math:
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-010B - Development of Western Culture
This course covers the political, cultural, and philosophical development of Western culture and society through the study of the institutions, thought, literary and artistic expression since 1600. Emphasis is placed on understanding the facets of modern civilization by tracing the social, cultural, and political thought of the past. This course is intended to be a chronological approach which introduces the students to the ideas/accomplishments of significant men and women in each period.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math:
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-012 - East Asian History
This course is a developmental survey of the major cultures of East Asia, including the history, institutions and artistic expressions of China, Korea, and Japan from the ancient period to the present. This course will illustrate not only the regional differences of East Asia, but also the commonalities that are shared, especially with regard to the major Asian philosophies and religions.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math: 0
Transfer Status: CSU |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-014 - Women in American History
This is an historical survey course on women in the United States from Pre-Columbian to present times. The course will analyze the social, political, and economic aspects of women's lives. The course will examine the interaction of race, class, ethnicity and gender. This course will be taught in the form of lectures, reading and discussion of primary and secondary sources, essays quizzes, oral presentations and exams. Students will analyze the social, political and economic aspects of women in present-day U. S. from Pre-Columbian to present times using primary and secondary sources. [Note: Effective Spring 2011, HIST 014 replaces HIST 009]
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math: 0
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-015 - South Asian History Since 1947
This course examines the political, social, economic, and cultural history of the South Asian subcontinent from independence in 1947 to the present. The focus is upon India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, with Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bhutan also examined when appropriate. The course also situates South Asian history in its local, regional and global contexts in a survey of the tumultuous events of the last half-century.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math: 0
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-017A - History of the United States
This course surveys the political, economic, cultural, social, and intellectual development of the United States. The course emphasizes the interactions among Europeans, Africans, and American Indians in North America beginning with European colonization, through the creation of the U.S. Republic, its expansion west, and the developments leading up to the Civil War and Reconstruction. Along with History 017B, it meets the District requirement in Unites States History and Constitution and State and local government. History 001 may not be combined with either History 017A or History 017B to meet the requirement in United States History, Constitution and American Ideals.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math:
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-017B - History of the United States
This course surveys the political, economic, cultural, social and intellectual development of the United States from Reconstruction to the present. The course emphasizes the U.S. expansion to the Pacific, its rise as a superpower through WW I and WW II, and the Cold War. Students will examine the role of major ethnic, gender and social groups in U.S. history. Along with History 17A, it meets the requirement in United States History, constitution and state and local government. History I may not be combined with either History 017A or History 017B to meet the graduation requirement in United States History, Constitution and American Ideals.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math:
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-021 - African American History
This historical survey course examines the formation of African Americans from their time in captivity to their establishment as citizens who shaped the economic, political, social actions and consciousness of the nation.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math:
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-022 - Mexican-American History
This course presents an historical overview of the Mexican-American experience beginning with Pre-Columbian history to the present. Emphasis will be on addressing the Indiginous contributions to the culture, Spanish conquest of Mesoamerica, exploitation of land, people and resources, occupation of the Southwest, and the dynamics between Anglo-Americans and Mexican-Americans.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math:
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-040 - United States Military History
This course is a survey of American Military History from 1775 to the present. All major American conflicts are reviewed as well an examination of the influence of the military upon foreign policy, domestic affairs and diplomacy. It examines the reasons, causes, and legal limitations of war, as well as various doctrines developed since the American Revolution.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math: 0
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-045 - Post-1945 America
This is a survey course of the United States from the end of World War II to the present. The course will focus on the political, economic, social, and cultural developments in America following the war. It will emphasize the Cold War, America's emerging role as a superpower, the emergence of civil rights, global capitalism, mass culture, and the evolving political contest between liberalism and conservatism.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math: 0
Transfer Status: CSU/UC |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-098A - Service-Learning Directed Study
Students seeking real-life experience for ongoing course support, and for academic and career exploration may enroll in Directed Study in Service-Learning. Under the direction of a college faculty member in a specific or related discipline, students develop learning outcomes for their service-learning project, which are outlined in a contract. To promote critical thinking, reflective activities i.e. journals, essays, presentations, group discussion, etc. are required. Each .5 units consist of service hours, reflection activities, and meetings with the instructor for a total of 26.25 hours. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 units across all disciplines.
Units: 0.5 - 9
Lecture Hours: None |  Lab Hours: 1.5 - 27 |  Repeatable: 17 |  Grading: O
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math: 0
Transfer Status: CSU |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS

HIST-099 - History Fundamentals
This course is intended for history majors as an introduction to the skills, technology and technique of reading, writing and researching history.
Units: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 |  Lab Hours: None |  Repeatable: No |  Grading: L
Advisory Level  —   Read: 3   |  Write: 3  | Math: 0
Transfer Status: CSU |  Degree Applicable: AA/AS