HIST 161 — F Asian Civilizations II (formerly HIST 160BF) 3 Units
54 hours lecture per term. This course is a study of the revolutionary changes that have taken place in basic Asian traditions and institutions. Focus will be on the efforts to replace traditional institutions with something "modern" in response to the coming of the West to Asia and to the challenge of Western ideas. Examination will be made of the impact of such concepts as capitalism, democracy, imperialism, nationalism, and communism on the traditional culture of these countries. (Degree Credit) (CSU) (UC) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC