2015-2016 Catalog

HIS 249 History of Islamic Civilization (GT-HI1)

3 Credit hours      45 Contact hours

Surveys the tenets of Islam and the political, social and cultural history of the civilizations which embraced it from the 6th century to the modern day. Focuses on the diversity and dynamism of Islamic civilizations through time by looking at legal systems, scientific and artistic accomplishments, philosophical heterogeneity and political developments. Focuses on developing, practicing, and strengthening the skills historians use while constructing knowledge in this discipline.

Prerequisite

Successful completion of CCR 092 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment score.

Notes

This is a statewide guaranteed transfer course.