World History from 1500 to the Present
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Overview
Subject area
SSH
Catalog Number
106
Course Title
World History from 1500 to the Present
Department(s)
Description
This course is an introduction to world history from approximately 1500 C.E. to the present. Students will read primary and secondary sources related to the political, economic, social, and cultural history of humanity in the modern era, including such topics as the development of the nation-state, industrialization, world trade, imperialism, democratic, socialist, and nationalistic revolutions, the position of women in society, population growth, and changes in the human environment.CUNY Pathways: Flexible Core-World Cultures & Global Issues
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate LaGuardia CC
Liberal Arts
Yes
Requirement Designation
FWG - Flexible Core - World Cultures & Global Issues
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
012040