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COURSES
History (HIST)
HIST 1. Western Civilization I (3 units)
The Mediterranean and European world from prehistoric to early modern times.
Social, political, intellectual, and artistic movements in the ancient Fertile
Crescent, classical Greece and Rome, and in Medieval, Renaissance, and Reformation
Europe. FS
HIST 2. Western Civilization II (3 units)
Survey of modern European culture since the 17th century. Impact of industrialization
and urbanization; political revolutions and ideologies; intellectual, artistic,
and religious movements; European imperialism; the two world wars and changing
patterns in contemporary European life. FS
HIST 3. Colonial Americas (3 units)
Examines the colonial history of North and South America. Analyzes the impact
of European colonization of Native American societies, the African slave
trade, the evolution of colonial societies, and the independence movements
in the 18th/19th centuries.
HIST 4. Introduction to Historical Skills
(3 units)
Prerequisite: history major or have permission of instructor. Students receive
careful guidance in basic historical skills: writing book reviews, taking
notes, conducting research, quoting and documenting sources, formulating
thesis statements, and presenting research in both oral and written forms.
FS
HIST 6. East Asian Civilization (3 units)
Introduction to the history and cultures of the East Asian countries, particularly
China, Japan, and Korea. Examination of the East Asian mind as reflected
in Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism, and in resistance to the challenges of
the West.
HIST 7. African Civilization (3 units)
Not open to students with credit in HIST 157 prior to fall 1983. Survey
of African history from ancient times to the present. Emphasis is on political,
economic, and religious movements which have contributed to the rich diversity
and the distinctive unity of African civilization. S
HIST 8. Republics of Latin America (3 units)
Rise of the modern Hispanic American states since 1800: political, social,
economic development. FS
HIST 9. Russian and Eurasian Civilization
(3 units)
Introduction to the history, culture, literature, and visual and performing
arts of Russia and Eurasia from the late medieval period to the present.
FS
HIST 11. American History to 1877 (3 units)
Prerequisite: G.E. Foundation A2. Examines the history of the United States
through 1877, looking at the significant events from the founding of the
colonies through Reconstruction, including the role of major ethnic and
social groups in the formation of the American nation. G.E. Breadth D1.
FS
HIST 12. American History from 1877 (3 units)
Prerequisite: G.E. Foundation A2. Examines the history of the United States
from 1877, looking at the significant events from the end of the Civil War
to the present, including the role of major ethnic and social groups in
the formation of the American nation. G.E. Breadth D1. FS
HIST 20. World History I (3 units)
Prerequisite: G.E. Foundation A2. The economic, political and social development
in world history from the earliest times to the modern period (1500). G.E.
Breadth D3. FS
HIST 21. World History II (3 units)
Prerequisite: G.E. Foundation A2. The economic, political, and social development
in world history from 1500 to the present. G.E. Breadth D3. FS
HIST 100W. Historical Research and Writing
(3 units)
Prerequisites: HIST 4, ENGL 5B or 10, upper-division standing. Individual
guidance and criticism in research, writing, argumentation, and documentation.
While engaging in historical research and writing, students gain a deeper
appreciation of the discipline's theoretical and methodological concerns.
Meets the upper-division writing skills requirement for graduation. (Formerly
HIST 100) FS
HIST 101. Women in History (3 units)
(Same as WS 101.) Prerequisites: G.E. Foundation and Breadth Area D. Historical
survey of women's roles in history, with an emphasis on the emergence of
the feminist movement. G.E. Integration ID. FS
HIST 102T. Topics in Women's History
(3; max total 6 units if no topic repeated)
(See WS 102T.)
HIST 103. History of Early Christianity (3
units)
Not open to students with credit in HIST 103A or 103B. Early Christianity
from the first century to eve of Reformation.
HIST 104. History of Women and Men in
Modern Europe (3 units)
Studies everyday lives of modern European women and men in historical context.
Examines how gender identities and relations developed and changed through
industrialization, revolution, wars, and social and political movements.
HIST 105. Armenian Genocide in Comparative
Context (3 units)
(Same as ARMS 105.) Review of
theory and characteristics of genocide. Study of the Armenian Genocide as
an example and show comparison with other genocides in the 20th century.
Discusses role of international constituencies and prevention and lessons
of genocide.
HIST 106. Armenians in North America (3
units)
Study of six waves of Armenian migration to North America from 1870-1995.
Topics discussed include entry, settlement, work, family, community organizations,
church, politics, culture, and integration in U.S. Society.
HIST 107. Modern Middle East (3 units)
Analysis of Middle Eastern history since Muhammad, with emphasis upon the
19th and 20th centuries. The Middle East under European imperial domination;
nationalist movements and revolutions; the Arab-Israeli conflict; the Middle
East in contemporary world politics.
HIST 108A. Armenian History I: Ancient and
Medieval (3 units)
(Same as ARMS 108A.) History of Armenia and Armenians from prehistoric times
to the beginning of the modern era. The historical process will be considered
from Armenia's point of view as well as from that of its neighbors: Assyria,
Iran, Rome, Byzantium, the Arabs, the Seljuk Turks, the Crusades, the Mongols,
and various Turkic dynasties.
HIST 108B. Armenian History II: Modern and
Contemporary (3 units)
(Same as ARMS 108B.) Overview of modern and contemporary Armenian history,
including Armenia's relations with Persian, Turkish, and Russian empires,
the Armenian Renaissance, the "Armenian Question," the Genocide,
the Armenian Republic, Soviet Armenia, the Second Armenian Republic, and
diasporan communities in America, Europe, and the Middle East.
HIST 109T. Studies in Middle East and
Africa
(1-3; max total 6 units if no topic repeated)
Intensive study of special topics.
HIST 110. Ancient Near East (3 units)
Ancient civilizations of the Middle East. History and culture of the Sumerians,
Assyrians, Babylonians, and Persians from the dawn of history to Alexander
the Great and the ascendance of Greece.
HIST 111. Ancient Greece (3 units)
The history and culture of ancient Greece from the Minoan-Mycenaean periods
through the Golden Age of Athens to the dissolution of the empire of Alexander
the Great.
HIST 112. Ancient Rome (3 units)
The early history of Rome and the evolution of Roman society, politics,
and culture through the republican and imperial periods.
HIST 115. Ancient Israel (3 units)
Ancient Israel from Abraham to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 A.D. Jewish
religious thought is discussed by placing the books of the Old Testament
in their historical context.
HIST 116. Greek and Roman Religion (3
units)
Analysis of the religious ideas, customs, and practices of ancient Greeks
and Romans from the time of Homer to the establishment of Christianity.
HIST 117. Alexander the Great and the
Hellenistic World (3 units)
Examines the rise of Macedon, the conquests of Alexander the Great, and
his successors' establishment of Hellenistic kingdoms in the remnants of
the Persian Empire. Explores cultural, social, economic, and political interactions
between Greek and Near Eastern societies. (Formerly HIST 119T)
HIST 118. Augustus and Rome (3 units)
Examines the history of the rise to power, rule, and influence of Augustus.
Beginning with the late republican era, the course traces Augustus' consolidation
of power, his transformation of Roman politics and culture, and his search
for a successor. (Formerly HIST 119T)
HIST 119T. Studies in Ancient History
(1-3; max total 6 units if no topic repeated)
Intensive study of special topics.
HIST 121. The Middle Ages (3 units)
Prerequisite: HIST 1 or permission of instructor. Medieval Europe from the
fall of the Roman Empire in the West to the Renaissance.
HIST 122. Medieval Culture (3 units)
Selected aspects of medieval life and culture such as warfare, commerce,
art and architecture, learning and the university presented as manifestations
of the medieval mind. Extensive use of visual materials.
HIST 124T. Studies in Medieval History
(1-3; max total 6 units if no topic repeated)
Intensive study of special topics.
HIST 125. Renaissance (3 units)
Social, intellectual, political, and economic factors that shaped Europe
in the 14th and 15th centuries; humanism, foundations of the state; secularization
and dissent within the church. FS
HIST 126. Reformation (3 units)
Analysis of the political, social, and intellectual movements associated
with the 16th century religious upheaval. S
HIST 127. Women and Power in Early Modern
Europe (3 units)
Exploration of the roles of European women circa 1400-1800 A.D. Studies
perceptions and representations of women and secular/religious constraints
upon them. Also investigates women's own views and the ways in which they
confronted and/or manipulated social strictures.
HIST 129T. Studies in Intellectual and Social
History
(1-3; max total 6 units if no topic repeated)
Topics concerned with ideas and movements that have significantly shaped
the course of history.
HIST 130. Europe in the 17th Century (3 units)
European culture, society, and politics from 1600 to the death of Louis
XIV.
HIST 131. Europe in the 18th Century (3 units)
Intellectual, social, and political development of Europe from 1715 to the
French Revolution and Napoleon Bonaparte.
HIST 132. Revolutionary Europe (3 units)
Prerequisite: HIST 2 or permission of instructor. History of Europe from
the French Revolution to the Russian Revolution. Social and cultural consequences
of Industrialization and the rise of Nationalism and Imperialism.
HIST 133. Europe in the 20th Century (3 units)
Narrative and interpretive account of 20th century Europe. Stress on the
impact of World War I, the Communist and Fascist Revolutions, the economic
recovery of Europe, and the loss of European significance in the world after
World War II.
HIST 134. 20th Century Dictators (3 units)
Provides an in-depth analysis of the most prominent authoritarian regimes
of the 20th century. Gives an in-depth summary of their rise to power, the
fundamental aspects of their regime, their foreign policy, and the significance
HIST 135. European Cultural History (3 units)
Analysis of European thought from the Enlightenment to the present. Major
movements in philosophy, religion, literature, art, and architecture; ideologies
such as conservatism, liberalism, socialism, communism, nationalism, racism,
and fascism. Emphasis on ideas of lasting and worldwide influence.
HIST 138. World War II: A Global Conflict
(3 units)
A detailed examination of the military, diplomatic, political, economic,
social, and cultural impact of the Second World War. The causes, conduct,
and consequences of the war are analyzed. F
HIST 139. European Diplomatic History
1890-1945 (3 units)
Covers the conduct of foreign policy by European states between 1890 and
1945, including alliances, conflicts, and treaties. Examines these thoroughly
and explores an understanding of the impact and limitations of foreign policy
initiatives.
HIST 140. Holocaust (3 units)
Discusses the rise of National Socialism in Germany, the origins of the
persecution and murder of Jews, ghettos, concentration and death camps in
Germany and Eastern Europe, and the aftermath, including the Nuremberg Trials.
(Formerly HIST 149T)
HIST 141. Modern Germany (3 units)
Political and social developments from Bismarck to the present. Rise of
Germany as a world power; failure of German democracy; Hitler and the Third
Reich; politics of a divided Germany since 1945. S
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HIST 142. Tsarist Russia (3 units)
The political, economic, and social history of Tsarist Russia from 862 to
1917.
HIST 143. Russia and Eurasia in the 20th
Century (3 units)
The political, social, cultural and economic history of Russia and Eurasia
from the rise of communism to the present. Examines the rise of communism
and its political and social structures. Explores Soviet systems, arts,
literature, the dissident movement, and nationalities policies. Looks at
the fall of communism, the end of the Soviet Union, and the new states that
have emerged in its wake. S
HIST 144. Warfare in the Western World
(3 units)
Focuses on the transformation of warfare by the advent of new technology,
tactics and strategy, and the increasing ability to mobilize the entire
resources and population of nations at war. Covers U.S. Civil War, World
War I, and World War II.
HIST 145. Spain and Portugal (3 units)
Development of the Iberian Peninsula from prehistoric to modern times.
HIST 149T. Studies in Modern European History
(1-3; max total 6 units if no topic repeated)
Intensive study of special topics.
HIST 150. England to 1485 (3 units)
Structure of the British government, society, and economic life from Roman
times to the War of the Roses.
HIST 151. England and the Empire (3 units)
Rise of England and the British nation; spread of the English-speaking peoples
and the transfer of British institutions; from 1485 to the modern era.
HIST 152. British History in Film (3-4; max
total 4 units)
Discussion and written historical analysis of selected cinematic masterpieces
in British history, from Henry II to the modern era.
HIST 153. United States During the Cold
War (3 units)
Explores the political, social, cultural, military, and economic history
of the U.S. during the Cold War. (Formerly HIST 179T)
HIST 156. U.S. Cultural History, 1877-Present
(3 units)
An examination of American culture from the late 19th century to the present,
focusing on various cultural products and practices, both high and low.
(Formerly HIST 179T)
HIST 157. Modern Africa (3 units)
The history of Africa since 1800. Topics given special attention include
the slave trade and its abolition, European exploration, the imposition
of European colonial rule, African nationalism, the struggle for independence
and Africa's rise to prominence in world affairs.
HIST 158. The American Civil War (3 units)
Looks at the causes of the Civil War (1861-1865) and its revolutionary consequences
for American individuals and institutions. Devotes attention to military
as well as political, economic, social, and cultural aspects of the war.
HIST 159. The Reconstruction of America,
1865-1900 (3 units)
Exploration of a critical period in which the United States sought to rebuild
itself politically, socially, economically, and culturally in the 30 years
after the Civil War. Topics include emancipation, radical reconstruction,
urbanization, and the rise of the West.
HIST 160. The Great American Civilizations:
Maya, Aztec, Inca (3 units)
Historical examination of the rise and fall of the Maya, Aztec, and Inca
empires. Social organization, religion, technology, art, and scientific
achievements of the pre-Columbian great American civilizations.
HIST 162. South America (3 units)
The history of South American republics, with an emphasis on such themes
as in stability, economic development, political parties, and revolution.
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HIST 164. 19th Century Mexico (3 units)
Examines the political, social, and economic development of Mexico from
its independence from Spain in 1821 through the Mexican Revolution of 1910.
(Formerly HIST 169T)
HIST 165. Modern Mexico (3 units)
Nineteenth century origins of Mexican nationality. Development of modern
Mexican culture from the Mexican Revolution to the present as compared to
that of the Mexican American. Literature and art as an expression of the
new Mexican culture.
HIST 166. United States -- Latin American
Diplomacy (3 units)
History of the relations between the United States and Latin America, ranging
from the Monroe Doctrine through the Good Neighbor Policy, Alliance for
Progress, and the Caribbean Basin Initiative. F
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HIST 167. Social Revolution in Latin America
(3 units)
Highlights Mexico, Cuba, and Central America in exploring the origins, social
constituencies, and consequences of the major 20th century Latin American
revolutions. Examines the impact of counterrevolutionary movements, foreign
intervention, and the successes and failures of each revolution. S odd
HIST 168. Latin American History in Film
(3 units)
Analyzes the manner in which major and controversial themes (race, class,
gender, revolution, the military, and underdevelopment) in Latin American
history are portrayed in feature length films. Emphasis is given to the
historical content and accuracy of the films. (Formerly HIST 169T)
HIST 169T. Studies in Latin American History
(1-3; max total 6 units if no topic repeated)
Intensive study of special topics. S even
HIST 170. The American Colonies, 1607-1763
(3 units)
Explores social, cultural, and political developments in the British North
American colonies from the first contact between indigenous and European
cultures to the eve of the American Revolution.
HIST 171. The American Revolution, 1750-1815
(3 units)
Examines the causes, nature, and results of the American Revolution,
which secured the independence of the United States and created the first
republican government in the western hemisphere. F
HIST 172. Jacksonian America, 1815-1848 (3
units)
Prerequisite: HIST 11 or permission of instructor. Explores the social,
political, economic, and cultural developments that transformed the United
States in the early nineteenth century. Topics include the rise of mass
democracy, the Second Party System, the Market Revolution, and the geographic
expansion of the republic. S
HIST 173. United States History, 1865-1914
(3 units)
The development of an increasingly urban and industrialized society from
Reconstruction to the eve of World War I.
HIST 174. United States History, 1914-1945
(3 units)
Not open to students with credit in HIST 174A. The United States in world
affairs; political, economic, social, and cultural developments and problems
from 1914 to 1945.
HIST 175. United States History, 1945-Present
(3 units)
Prerequisite: HIST 12 or permission of instructor. The United States in
world affairs; political, economic, social, and cultural developments, and
problems from 1945 to present.
HIST 176. The Atlantic World, 1500-1800
(3 units)
Covers economic, social, political, and religious histories of Europe, Africa,
and North and South America between the 15th and 19th centuries.
HIST 177. American History in Film (3 units)
Analysis of significant films and documentaries on controversial aspects
of American history. Emphasis given to placing film content in an historiographical
frame work. Offered especially, but not exclusively, for prospective teachers.
HIST 178. History of African Americans (3
units)
(See AFRS 178.)
HIST 179T. Studies in United States History
(1-3; max total 6 units if no topic repeated)
Intensive study of special topics.
HIST 180. History and Autobiography (3
units)
Examines the uses of first-person narratives in understanding American history.
Gives attention to a diverse collection of writers as well as to the social
context and narrative conventions that shaped their autobiographies. (Formerly
HIST 179T)
HIST 182. Westward Movement Since 1848 (3
units)
Not open to students with credit in HIST 181B. Patterns of exploitation;
role of the federal government in the West: land policy, Indian policy;
problems of communication; economic growth.
HIST 183. The Hispanic Southwest (3 units)
Exploration, conquest, and settlement of the Spanish Borderlands from 1513
to the Mexican War; contributions of Hispanic culture to the Southwest.
HIST 186. American Immigration and Ethnic
History (3 units)
Prerequisites: G.E. Foundation and Breadth Area D. Covers America, land
of immigrants. American immigration policy, regulations, and implementation.
Ethnic formation and heritage retention or loss. Pluralism, assimilation,
and national unity: e pluribus unum. G.E. Multicultural/International MI.
HIST 187. California History (3 units)
Explores California history from before the Spanish conquest to the
present. Themes include the cultural, social, political, and economic practices
of the various immigrant and indigenous groups that have occupied the state.
HIST 188. Regional and Local History (3
units)
Regional and local history with an oral history component. Students will
conduct interviews focusing on the daily lives and contributions of individuals
within diverse communities
HIST 190. Independent Study (1-3; max total
6 units)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for RP grading.
HIST 191. Modern Far East, 1843-1949 (3 units)
Not open to students with credit in HIST 191A. History of the Far East from
the conclusion of the Opium War to the eve of Chinese Communist Revolution.
Particular emphasis on China, Japan, and Korea.
HIST 192. Modern Far East, 1949-Present (3
units)
Not open to students with credit in HIST 191B. History of the Far East from
the success of the Chinese Communist Revolution in 1949 to the present.
Particular emphasis on China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam.
HIST 193. Internship in History (1-3;
max total 6 units)
Prerequisites: HIST 1 and 2, HIST 4, and 6 units from either HIST 3, 6,
7, 8, or 9 and permission of the instructor. Supervised work experience
in a history-related field. Internship relates the student's classroom studies
to occupational and professional experiences.
HIST 194. The United States and Vietnam
(3 units)
Explores political, social, cultural, military, and economic history of
U.S. involvement in Southeast Asia, with particular emphasis on Vietnam.
HIST 199T. Studies in Far Eastern History
(1-3; max total 6 units if no topic repeated)
Intensive study in special topics.
GRADUATE COURSES
(See Catalog Numbering System.)
History (HIST)
HIST 200A. Introduction to Graduate
Writing and Historiography (3 units)
Introduction to the methods and skills of graduate writing. Introduction
to the varieties of history writings from the ancient world to early modern
times, focusing especially on major themes, approaches, and categories of
history writing and authors.
HIST 200B. Introduction to Graduate Research
and Historiography (3 units)
Introduction to the methods and skills of graduate research. Introduction
to the varieties of modern history writing, focusing especially on major
theses, approaches, and categories of history writing, and major figures
in modern historical debates.
HIST 200C. Introduction to Graduate Research
Methods
and Historiography for History Teachers (3 units)
Provides students with a working knowledge of modern historiography and
various approaches to history within the discipline. Students will begin
to master the skills of professional historical research.
HIST 210T. Topics in United States History
(3 units)
Intensive reading, analysis, and discussion of significant historical problems
in United States history.
HIST 220T. Topics in European History
(3 units)
Intensive examination of methodological and theoretical issues pertaining
to the advanced study of diverse topics in European history.
HIST 230T. Topics in World History (3
units)
Intensive reading, analysis, and discussion of selected problems in world
history.
HIST 290. Independent Study (1-3; max total
6 units)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for RP grading.
HIST 292. Directed Readings (1-3; max total
3 units)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Readings on selected themes and
topics in consultation with a faculty adviser.
HIST 296. Topics in History for Teachers
(1-3; max total 3 units)
Integrates historical theory and "best practices" with practical
historical knowledge and curricular development. Introduces teachers to
historical resources and discusses history pedagogy to integrate current
historical scholarship into intermediate and secondary history curricula.
HIST 297. Internship in History (1-3 units)
Supervised work experience in a history-related field. Provides occupational
and professional experience as well as gives students an opportunity to
discuss their experiences in a classroom setting.
HIST 298. Project (3 units)*
Preparation, completion, and submission of an acceptable project for the
MA teaching option.
HIST 299A-B. Thesis (3-3 units)*
Prerequisite: see Criteria for Thesis
and Project. Preparation, completion, and submission of an acceptable
thesis for the master's degree. (A) Thesis design. (B) Thesis writing. A
and B may be taken concurrently. Approved for RP grading.
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* For 298C and 299C courses, see Graduate
Studies.
IN-SERVICE COURSE
(See Catalog Numbering System.)
History (HIST)
HIST 300. Topics in History
(2; max total 8 units if no topic repeated)
Selected topics in various fields of history, e.g., European, The Americas,
United States, non-Western.
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