- 101 History of Western Civilization I
- 102 History of Western Civilization II
- 103 United States History I
- 104 United States History II
- 105 Contemporary World History
- 178 Local History
- 298 Special Topics in History
- 299 History Reading Project
3 credit hours
The development of Western civilization and its worldwide influence. Emphasis on the
evolution of military, political, social, and economic institutions, as well as the
cultivation of arts (prehistory to 1500).
3 credit hours
The contest for world empire, liberal and national movements, revolutions, economic,
social, and scientific changes, imperialism, First World War, Soviet Russia, the rise
of fascism, and the Second World War and its aftermath (1500 to the present).
3 credit hours
A survey of the impact of various forces on American life, ranging from European background
to the close of Reconstruction.
3 credit hours
A study of industrial, economic, and social developments in the United States from
the end of Reconstruction to modern times, including an analysis of conflicts, which
have shaped contemporary events.
3 credit hours
A survey of the major forces and events, which have shaped the modern world. Topics
treated include the causes and results of the world wars, the rise of communism, the
development of fascism and nazism, the decline of colonialism and the emergence of
the third world, the Cold War, the impact of technology and science on twentieth century
man, and prospects for the future. History 105 is designed to meet the specialized
needs of the career and transfer student.
3 credit hours
A survey of the development of Allegany County and surrounding area from earliest
times to the present. All aspects of the story of regional development will be examined,
including social, economic and architectural history. Emphasis will be placed on ways
in which local development mirrored the major themes of national history and the ways
in which the region was affected by national events.
Prerequisite: History 103 and 104 are recommended.
3 credit hours
Prerequisite: One History course or consent of instructor.
3 credit hours
This course is designed to allow the student to do individual reading in topics of
interest in history under the guidance of an instructor. The reading of approximately
fifteen books will be required, with periodic written reports, discussions, and examinations
throughout the semester.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing with 2.00 average or higher and consent of instructor. Priority will be given to history majors.
