HIST1301 — World History: Ancient to 1500s
Meets MnTC Goal Areas 5 and 8. This course provides an introductory survey of the global story of humanity, from its prehistoric origins to the emergence of global commerce. Topics include the first civilizations, development of diverse world religions, and technological, political, artistic and philosophical contributions of past cultures across the world. Particular emphasis is given to the many ways in which geographically distinct peoples have interacted and influenced each other since ancient times.