Overview.
The study of history as an academic discipline is serious and systematic. Historians analyze the events and processes of the past, both to gain more understanding of human nature, in any place and at any time, and to explain the distinctive dynamics of particular societies, usually in regional and chronological contexts. Moreover, we see historical study as a fundamental contribution to liberal, humanistic education and the development of critical intelligence. Hence our history courses are intended to strengthen critical skills students will use in any field of study and/or profession. In addition, studying the past will prepare students to better discharge the responsibilities of citizenship. Most careers in history require education beyond the associate degree and some require a graduate degree. The most common career options for students with history preparation include: archivist, business person, diplomatic corps, government analyst, historian, journalist, lawyer, librarian, museum curator, park historian, professor, teacher and writer.
To be awarded the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must have the following:
- Completion of 60 CSU transferable semester units.
- A minimum of at least 2.0 GPA in CSU transferable courses (note that a higher GPA may be required in some institutions).
- Completion of at least 18 units in the major with a grade of “C” or better. A “P” (Pass) grade is also an acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.
- Certified completion of the CSU General Education-Breadth (CSU GE-Breadth) requirements, or completion of the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) for CSU requirements.
Please Note: No more than 60 semester units are required for this degree and no additional requirements will be imposed by Evergreen Valley College.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Read critically about topics in history thereby identifying problems, theses, arguments, evidence and conclusions.
- Write critically about topics in history thereby addressing problems, formulating theses, making arguments, analyzing and weighing evidence, and deriving conclusions.
- Think critically in speaking about topics in history, thereby articulating problems, stating theses, posing arguments, explaining evidence, and communicating conclusions.
Required Courses
Major Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HIST 017A | History of the United States | 3 |
| HIST 017B | History of the United States | 3 |
| List A: Select 2 (6 units) from the following: | 6 | |
| World History to 1500 | ||
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or HIST 010A |
Development of Western Culture I | |
| World History From 1500 | ||
|
or HIST 010B |
Development of Western Culture II | |
| List B: Select one course from each group: | ||
| Group 1: | 3 | |
|
Any course (if not already taken in List A) |
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| World History to 1500 | ||
| World History From 1500 | ||
| Women in American History | ||
| African American History | ||
| Mexican-American History | ||
| Group 2: | 3 | |
|
Any course (if not already taken in List A) |
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| Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomic Theory | ||
| Introduction to Microeconomic Theory | ||
| Introduction to Ethnic Studies | ||
|
GEOG 011 |
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HIST 012 |
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| Women in American History | ||
|
HIST 015 |
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| African American History | ||
| Mexican-American History | ||
| United States Military History | ||
| Modern America | ||
| Politics and Government In America | ||
| General Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies | ||
Total Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | 18 | |
| CSU GE-Breadth or IGETC for CSU 1 | 37-39 | |
| Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 units) | ||
| Total Units | 60 | |
| 1 |
Some GE courses may be double-counted within the major and will reduce the number of units. General electives may be needed to reach 60 units. Please consult with a counselor to determine which courses are applicable. |
What is a Program Map?
A program map is a suggested semester-by-semester plan to help you complete the courses required for a particular degree or certificate. It is based on the major sheet for the particular degree or certificate you are interested in. It includes courses required for the major, general education and any necessary electives.
A program map is a representation of the major sheet. It includes the specific specialty courses in a major, general education courses and any necessary electives.
What is a Major Sheet?
A major sheet includes a description of the program you are interested in, what you can expect to learn once you have completed the program (Program Learning Outcomes) and the specific specialty courses you will need to complete within a major.