Western Civilization from the Renaissance to Modern Times

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Overview

Subject area

SSH

Catalog Number

104

Course Title

Western Civilization from the Renaissance to Modern Times

Department(s)

Description

This course discusses the major ways in which Western society has changedsince the Renaissance to present. It covers the Scientific Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, and the major political revolutions. It also explores the impact of ideas such as liberalism, Marxism, Darwinism, Nazism, and Freudianism. The two World Wars and prospects for peace are examined.CUNY Pathways: Flexible Core-World Cultures & Global Issues

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate LaGuardia CC

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

012040

Course Schedule