Course Description
An interdisciplinary study of Western Civilization focusing on the interrelationships of art, literature, and philosophy as they reveal the major ideas and values of the Reformation, Baroque, Neo-Classic, Romantic, 19th Century, and Modern periods. Group 1 course.
Credit Hours
3
Contact Hours
3
Lecture Hours
3
Recommended Prerequisites or Skills Competencies
Placement into
ENG 111General Education Outcomes supported by this course
Communications - Direct, Critical Thinking - Direct
Other college designations supported by this course
Degree Req:Cultural Persp/Div, Infused: Writing Intensive
Course Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:
- Critical events/topics in Western Civilization.
Application:
- Demonstrate how artistic movements reflect historic eras in Western Civilization.
Integration:
- Explain how geography relates to critical events/topics in the history of the Western culture.
Human Dimension:
- Analyze the impact of the humanities on their lives, society, and culture; students will explain how the artifacts of Western culture continue to shape contemporary social issues and concerns.
Caring - Civic Learning:
- Interpret current and historical trends in the humanities in relationship to their personal role in society.
Learning How to Learn:
- Evaluate how historical trends in the humanities shape the current and future orientation of the arts and human accomplishment.
