HST-1036 - The US and 20th Century World Affairs* (H) (3)

Prerequisite: Reading Placement; or RDG-0800; or take one of the following: IRW-0900A ; IRW-0900B ; IRW-0900C
Students survey the history of American foreign relations in the 20th century through the study of key domestic and international factors and events. The course examines the relationship between the United States and the world community by evaluating the social, political, economic, military and cultural changes that led to the American Century when the United States became the dominant world power. Students who have completed HST-2050 cannot receive credit for HST-1036. This course satisfies the General Education Humanities requirement and the Core Competency for Cultural and Global Awareness.

List Course Outcomes (consistent for all sections)
CO1 - Students will develop an understanding of important periods, events, ideas, and persons in the history of Western and non-Western civilizations.

CO2 - Students will develop an understanding of major cultures and religions of the world.

CO3 - Students will learn to evaluate primary sources

CO4 - Students will develop analytical and critical thinking skills

CO5 - Students will develop and demonstrate effective communication skills when describing, critiquing, and analyzing historical events and ideas.

CO6 - Students will develop and demonstrate effective research skills and proper documentation of resources.