HIS 111History of Western Civilization 1 or
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- HIS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
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HIS
15 courses with the subject HIS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
HIS 112History of Western Civ. 23
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- HIS
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
HIS 113History of Twentieth Century
History 113 is a survey of the major social, economic, political, cultural, and intellectual dynamics that have shaped the Twentieth Century. Included will be the two world wars, the Cold War, and the liberation movements of the developing world. Prerequisite: None. 3 cr. 3 Lec.
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- HIS
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- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
HIS 114History of New York State
This course is a survey of the history of New York. It examines the political, economic, and social development of New York from pre-colonial times to present. Other themes explored include the relationship of New York’s history to major issues and events in American life. Prerequisite: None. 3 cr. 3 Lec.
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- HIS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
HIS 119Survey of World History
HIS 119 examines significant themes in world history from ancient to modern times through the application of a cross-cultural, comparative approach to understanding social, political, economic and cultural developments.
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- HIS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
- Prerequisite
- None. 3 cr. 3 Lec.
HIS 150American History to 1877 or3
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- HIS
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
HIS 151American History from 1877 to Present) or3
Area 2: PHI 101: Introduction to Philosophy or Area 3: ART 104: Digital Photography or Area 4: World Languages Elective (ARA, ASL, FRE, GER, ITA, LAT, SPA) 6 Computer Science Requirement
- Subject
- HIS
- Credits (min)
- 3
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credit hours
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
HIS 210The American Civil War
This course presents a general survey of the major political, economic, social, and cultural influences as each has impacted the Civil War. It will focus upon the period preceding the Civil War, discuss the significant battles of the Civil War, and conclude with a review of the condition at the time of cessation of hostilities. The course will also analyze the historical effects of the Civil War o the American political process, the military, social programs, and the economic system. Prerequisite: HIS 150- American History to 1877. 3 cr. 3 Lec.
- Subject
- HIS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
HIS 217History of Women in America
This course is a study of the historical experiences of women in America from the colonial period through modern times. Topics include the examination of women and work, education, legal and political status, religious/social movements, etc. To understand the diverse experiences of women, special attention will be given to race, class, power, sexuality, and regionalization. placement into ENG 101-Research and Composition or equivalent. 3 cr. 3 lec. This course fulfills the following SUNY General Education learning outcome: American History, or DEISJ, or US His & Civ Eng
- Subject
- HIS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
- Prerequisite
- ENG 100- College Composition with grade of C or better, or
HIS 220The United States and the Vietnam War
This course will examine the history of the Vietnam War. It will provide the student with the historical background of Vietnam and its people that set the stage for the conflict, the events that led directly to the war, the major issues involved at home and abroad, and an overview of the major battles.
- Subject
- HIS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
- Prerequisite
- None. 3 cr. 3 Lec.
HIS 222Introduction to African American History
This course introduces students to the people of African descent and their experience in America. Beginning with a study of West Africa, the course then follows the experiences of Africans and African Americans through the colonial era up until the present. The social, political, economic, and intellectua dynamics that have shaped the African American community and its relationship to wider America will also be addressed. Prerequisite: ENG 100- College Composition or placement into ENG 101- Research and Composition. 3 cr. 3 Lec. This course fulfills the following SUNY General Education learning outcome: DEISJ
- Subject
- HIS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
HIS 232Native American History
This course is a survey of the history of the Native peoples of the United States from pre-contact to the present. Emphasis will be placed on Indian- White relations and the continuing development of federal Indian policy and its impact. Attention will also be given to the persistence, change, and adaptation of Native cultures to historical and contemporary social conditions as well as individual and community efforts to maintain sovereignty and cultural identity. Prerequisite: HIS 150- American History to 1877 or HIS 151- American History 1877 to Present or permission of instructor. 3 cr. 3 Lec.
- Subject
- HIS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
HIS 252Modern U.S. History Through Comic Books
Comic books have both reflected and shaped U.S. culture and society. Throughout the semester, students will examine how comic books illuminated major issues such as nationalism, urbanization, crime, economic inequality, environmental protection, sexism, gender roles, discrimination, civil rights, and the United States’ place in the world. Pre/corequisite: Placement into
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- HIS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
HIS 260Topics in History1-3
This course is designed to allow focused exploration about topics of interest to students and faculty in the Social Science Department, specifically in History. Through a variety of methods, students will examine prominent issues regarding the topic and will be engaged in critical thinking activities in order n to develop their own points of view and/or applied knowledge of the topic. Students will be required to do some reading, writing, research, group, and project work with minimal instructor supervision. Specific information about the topic for a semester will be available from the School of Liberal Arts at the time of registration.
- Subject
- HIS
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 3
- Credit unit
- credits
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
- Prerequisite
- ENG 101- Research and Composition and HIS 150- American History to 1877 or HIS 151- American History 1877 to Present; or permission of instructor. Variable cr. 1-3 Lec.
HIS 261Dialogues in Honor and Sacrifice
aThis course is designed specifically for student veterans to explore the concepts of honor and sacrifice through an examination of soldiers’ experiences in the U.S. Civil War and the Vietnam War. The course encompasses disciplines throughout the humanities, including but not limited to, art, music, literature, poetry, writing, film, and history to guide student veterans through the experiences of Civil War and Vietnam War soldiers. This course requires a 3-day group trip to Washington DC and Gettysburg to visit national monuments, museums, and historic battlefields. This trip will be taken the week before the traditional fall semester begins. Pre/Corequisite Placement into ENG 101- Research and Composition or permission of the facilitator. 3 cr. 3 Lec.
- Subject
- HIS
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2026-2027
- Source
- sunyjefferson.edu
Source: Jefferson Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61