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HIST-121 The Ancient World: Prehistory to the Middle Ages

This course examines the development of urban centers and major ancient empires with an emphasis on the civilizations in Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece and Italy. The course begins with the emergence of urban society and ends with the birth of the European medieval period. Students will look at the role of the environment in shaping these civilizations and the important markers and events within each civilization. The course will highlight the interactions between different societies in the ancient world and the way in which different civilizations influenced one another. Students will appreciate that the ancient world’s customs, religious beliefs, laws, and forms of government have shaped our modern society.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Eligible to enroll in ENGL-121

Hours Weekly

3 hours weekly

Course Objectives

  1. 1. Analyze change and continuity in the development of various urban centers in the Ancient
    World.
  2. 2. Examine primary sources as evidence to understand various worldviews, values, and
    perspectives.
  3. 3. Demonstrate the interconnectedness of ancient global historical events and issues within and
    across cultures.
  4. 4. Communicate major global political, economic, and intellectual movements and events in the
    ancient world.
  5. 5. Describe the creation, influence, and breakdown of various ancient empires.
  6. 6. Explain the important legacy of ancient culture, art, and architecture.

Course Objectives

  1. 1. Analyze change and continuity in the development of various urban centers in the Ancient
    World.
  2. 2. Examine primary sources as evidence to understand various worldviews, values, and
    perspectives.
  3. 3. Demonstrate the interconnectedness of ancient global historical events and issues within and
    across cultures.
  4. 4. Communicate major global political, economic, and intellectual movements and events in the
    ancient world.
  5. 5. Describe the creation, influence, and breakdown of various ancient empires.
  6. 6. Explain the important legacy of ancient culture, art, and architecture.