HIS 102 - Western Civilization 2 1648-1914

3 credits

This course is a survey of events in Europe from the 18th century Age of Enlightenment until the First World War. The student are introduced to the ideas surrounding the French Revolution and the victory of democracy over the feudal aristocracy, the reform socialist movements of the industrial 19th century and the clash of empires leading to the global warfare in the 20th century.

Pre or Corequisites: Student must be prepared to enter ENG 101 - Writing and Research by having completed ENG 92 - Writing for College 2, ESL 122 - Introduction to Academic Writing 2, or by having a ESSAY test score of 8 or higher on the placement exam. Or student may have a pre- or corequisite of ENG 101 - Writing and Research or ENG 101H - Writing and Research - Honors.