HI 101 - History of Western Civilization I

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CUNY New York City College of Technology

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Description:

3 cl hrs, 3 cr Beginning with the dawn of history, the elements of the Western heritage are traced to the contributions of the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece and Rome. Attention is given to the rise of monotheistic religions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, as well as the achievements of Byzantine society. The focus then shifts to Western Europe in the Middle Ages: the Roman Catholic Church, the Carolingians, Feudalism, the Medieval worldview, the Crusades and the crises of the late middle ages. Finally the context for the Renaissance and the Reformation are introduced as time permits and at the discretion of the instructor. Prerequisite: CUNY certification in reading and writing

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.citytech.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 260-5500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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