History

A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, religious, and intellectual history of the world from the emergence of human cultures through the 15th century.

The course examines major cultural regions of the world in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania and their global interactions over time.

The themes include the emergence of early societies, the rise of civilizations, the development of political and legal systems, religion and philosophy, economic systems and trans-regional networks of exchange.

The course emphasizes the development, interaction and impact of global exchange.

NOTE: Must have passed the reading portion of the TSI Assessment or have credit for INRW 0302 or INRW 0402.

Semester Hours 3 (3 lec).