HUM 110 - Early Cultures through the Middle Ages

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

Humanities

Description:

This survey course introduces students to various cultural constructs within a global context. Students will examine and discuss similarities and differences of socio-cultural, historical gender, religious and environmental struggles from prehistoric times through the middle ages. Literature, the visual/performing arts and archaeology practices will be used to study social equity, economic issues, and basic theories of the early human experience. Furthermore, this course will help students gain an understanding and critical awareness as they experience the broader world.Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: Understand the artistic, social, cultural and religious achievements of the first civilizations. Explain the historical and aesthetic development of various cultural patterns from per-history to the Renaissance. Articulate the contributions of diverse peoples to literature, government, religion, visual and performing arts. Articulate the major aesthetic principles of poetry, prose, painting, music, architecture and sculpture within this time period. Trace the influences of these earlier cultures on the present day global community.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prerequisite: ENG 100.

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 01/03/2013 

Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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