History at Shoreline Community College

History

History is the study of the past and of change over time. It is also a discipline – a particular way of learning how to interpret factual evidence and shape it into a narrative that tells us why things happened as they did. > more

Following are course descriptions. Check the Annual Schedule to plan your schedule.

HISTORY & 116
Western Civilization I: Ancient/Medieval History (5)
Survey of western civilization's origins in the ancient Near East, Greece, Rome, Medieval Europe, Byzantium and Islam. An examination of social, political and intellectual traditions, including major religious and political institutions, medieval society, and urban culture to the Black Death. Previously HIST 111. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY & 116W
Western Civilization I:Ancient & Medival History (5)
Survey of western civilization's origins in the ancient Near East, Greece, Rome, Medieval Europe, Byzantium and Islam. An examination of social, political and intellectual traditions, including major religious and political institutions, medieval society, and urban culture to the Black Death. Previously HIST 111W. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY & 117
Western Civilization II:The Early Modern World (5)
This course surveys western civilization from the thirteenth century to early nineteenth century with emphasis on the Renaissance, the Reformation, the rise and fall of absolute monarchs, the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, and the rise and fall of Napoleon. Previously HIST 112. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY & 117W
Western Civilization II:The Early Modern World (5)
This course surveys western civilization from the thirteenth century to early nineteenth century with emphasis on the Renaissance, the Reformation, the rise and fall of absolute monarchs, the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, and the rise and fall of Napoleon. Previously HIST 112W. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY & 118
Western Civilization III: The Modern World (5)
A survey of the modern era examining the Industrial Revolution, the development of modern ideologies and imperialism, the World Wars, the Cold War and contemporary global economic, social and political institutions. Previously HIST 113. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY & 118W
Western Civilization III: The Modern World (5)
A survey of the modern era examining the Industrial Revolution, the development of modern ideologies and imperialism, the World Wars, the Cold War and contemporary global economic, social and political institutions. Previously HIST 113W. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY & 136
US History 1: To 1877 (5)
A chronological and thematic study of U.S. history from Native America to Reconstruction with emphasis on its cultural, diplomatic, economic, political, and social elements. Previously HIST 241. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY & 137
US History 2: From 1877 (5)
A chronological and thematic study of U.S. history from the end of Reconstruction to the present with emphasis on its cultural, diplomatic, economic, political, and social elements. Previously HIST 242. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY & 214
Pacific Northwest History (5)
A chronological and thematic approach to Pacific Northwest history (focused on Washington and Oregon but including areas from the Pacific Coast to the Rocky Mountains and from northern California to southern Alaska). Emphasizes cultural, economic, environmental, ethnic, political, and social topics. Previously HIST 267. Student option grading.

HISTORY & 215
Women in U.S. History (5)
Examines US history from pre-colonial times to the present from the perspectives of women of various racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and explores how women helped shape US history. Topics may include colonization, slavery, wars, western migration, employment, immigration, reform, and gender. Mandatory decimal grading. Previously HIST 240.

HISTORY & 215W
Women in U.S. History (5)
Examines US history from pre-colonial times to the present from the perspectives of women of various racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and explores how women helped shape US history. Topics may include colonization, slavery, wars, western migration, employment, immigration, reform, and gender. Previously HIST 240W.

HISTORY 218
American Environmental History (5)
This course examines shifting attitudes toward nature during various historical periods by studying how North Americans attached meanings to the physical world and how humans reshaped landscapes and developed environmental policies. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY & 219
Native American History (5)
This course examines diverse American Indian histories from before European contact to the present. Emphasis is placed on Indian-European cultural interactions, US-Indian policy development, and the roles Natives played to ensure their survival and cultural integrity into the 21st century. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 AND 102 Strongly Recommended. Student option grading.

HISTORY 234
Ancient History (5)
A survey of political, economic, and social institutions and activities coupled with a description of religious life and cultural achievements from the beginnings of organized society through the ancient Mediterranean civilizations. Previously HIST 201. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 235
Medieval European History (5)
Europe from the disintegration of the Roman Empire to 1300. The evolution of basic values and institutions of Western Civilization. Previously HIST 202. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 236
Early Modern European History (5)
This course traces the political, social, economic and culture history of Europe from 1600 to 1815. In this class we take an interdisciplinary approach to subject learning. We also emphasize cultural diversity and multiple national influences in Europe and its reflections on a global world. Previously HIST 231. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 237
Modern European History (5)
Political, social, economic, cultural history of Europe from 1815 to 1919. In this class we take an interdisciplinary approach to subject learning. We also emphasize cultural diversity and multiple national influences in Europe and its reflections on a global world. Formerly HIST 203. Previously HIST 232. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 238
Contemporary European History (5)
Political, social, economic, and cultural history of Europe from the Treaty of Versailles to the present. In this class we take an interdisciplinary approach to subject learning. We also emphasize cultural diversity and multiple national influences in Europe and its reflections on a global world. Previously HIST 233. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 245
History of American Immigration (5)
Survey of immigration to the United States from the era of colonization to the present. Examination of the process of immigration and adaptation to life in the United States, as well as reaction to immigrants by native-born Americans. Focus includes Asia, European, Latin American, and contemporary African immigrants. Dual listed as IASTU 245. Prerequisites: Either concurrent or successful completion of ENGL& 101 is recommended. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 246
African-Amer Hist:Ancient Africa to Reconstructi (5)
History of the Indians of the Oregon Territory (Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana to the Continental Divide), British Columbia, Albertaand Alaska. Includes history, culture, treaties and contemporary events from an Indian point of view. Dual listed as IASTU 256. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101. Mandatory decimal grading. .

HISTORY 247
African-Amer History:Post Civil War to Present (5)
Historical experience of African Americans, post Civil War to present day. Especially pertinent to the subject, the Civil Rights movement will be a major focal point in review. Dual listed as IASTU 247. Previously HIST 271. Student option grading.

HISTORY 256
Northwest Native American History (5)
History of the Indians of the Oregon Territory (Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana to the Continental Divide), British Columbia, Alberta and Alaska. Includes history, culture, treaties and contemporary events from an Indian point of view. Dual listed as IASTU 256. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 256W
Northwest Native American History (5)
History of the Indians of the Oregon Territory (Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana to the Continental Divide), British Columbia, Albertaand Alaska. Includes history, culture, treaties and contemporary events from an Indian point of view. Extensive writing requirements. Dual listed as IASTU 256. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 260
The Contemporary Middle East (5)
Course will trace the history of the Middle East from World War I to the present. Historically the area has been labeled the Orient, the East, the Levant, or the Near East; at present the most widely used term is the Middle East. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 274
U.S. and Vietnam (5)
Examines Vietnam's history and America's involvement, policies and objectives in Vietnam; includes the effect of the Vietnam War on the United States. Dual listed as IASTU 274. Prerequisite: ENGL& 101. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 277
History of Canada (5)
A survey of Canadian history from the period of French colonization to the present. Issues of concern will include British-French relations, the fur trade, the emergence of federation and independence, and Canadian-American relations. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 277W
History of Canada (5)
A survey of Canadian history from the period of French colonization to the present. Issues of concern will include British-French relations, the fur trade, the emergence of federation and independence, and Canadian-American relations. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 295
Special Topics in History (5)
Introduction to selected sub-specialties within the discipline. Each course will focus on a single issue area and/or topic and will employ techniques and concepts of history. Previously HIST 285.

HISTORY 295W
Special Topics in History (5)
Introduction to selected sub-specialties within the discipline. Each course will focus on a single issue area and/or topic and will employ techniques and concepts of history. Previously HIST 285W.

HISTORY 297
Individual Project in History (1)
Individual project in a specific area of history. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 298
Individual Project in History (2)
Individual project in a specific area of history. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.

HISTORY 299
Individual Project in History (3)
Individual project in a specific area of history. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.

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