History

HIS 2B The World Since 1500

Examines major world issues over the past 500 years. Topics include European expansion and colonialism, the Muslim empires, East Asia from Ming to Qing, the Americas, Africa, the scientific-technological revolution, decolonization, and modern environmental problems. Designed primarily for first- and second-year students, it provides a time frame for understanding events within a global framework.

Credits

5

General Education Code

CC

Quarter offered

Spring

Instructor

Marc Matera