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HISTORY 330
The Works Of Western Man
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In the period 1750-1987, the nations bordering the Atlantic Ocean, largely relying on their technological advances, became world powers. This course, relying on analysis of films plus required readings, will survey the energy sources employed, the tools developed, and the regimes of the workplace which led to this dominance. Grades will be assigned to three types of exercises: frequent quizzes, a mini-project in historical research and a book critique of a piece of fiction. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the WEPT (effective FS93).
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HISTORY 331
America In The Machine Age
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The United States has experienced repeated waves of technological advancements. This course will largely focus on industrialization in the 19th century as well as consumer society of our own era. How Americans produced goods and what were the dynamics of the market place are two central themes. Required readings will be complemented by films and presentations from resource persons throughout Kansas City. A research project and three tests are required.
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HISTORY 332
The City: Past And Present
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This course treats the built environment, especially the urban infrastructure. Both systems and structures of the cityscape are examined from a historical perspective, with three metropolises (Rome, Paris, New York) and Kansas City serving as case studies. the technical areas include shelter, public buildings, transportation, water supply, power, waste management, communications, and the like. Projects are included. Offered: Every 2 years.
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HISTORY 400
Special Studies
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Courses on subjects which are not a part of the regular department offering. The courses result from one or more of the following: (1) The expressed desire of students; (2) the broadened or refocused scholarship of a member of the history faculty; (3) the temporary presence of a scholar whose specialization is not reflected in the department's regular offerings; (4) the conclusion by the department that the course meets a community need; (5) the effort of the history faculty to provide an interdisciplinary approach to an era or topic. The course is experimental in the sense that it is a one-time offering with the potential of repetition or modification--depending upon student, faculty and community response. Also offered as HISTORY 500R.
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Credits: 1-3 hours
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HISTORY 470
Ancient Egypt
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This course describes the political, social and cultural evolution of ancient Egypt from pre-dynastic times, with major emphasis upon the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms (especially the 18th dynasty and the reign of Akhenaton). Also offered as HISTORY 570R.
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Credits: 3 hours
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HISTORY 471
Ancient Greece
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This course begins with a survey of the pre-classical Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations and then describes the rise of prominent Greek city-states (with particular emphasis upon the evolution of Sparta and the political, social and cultural contributions of Athens). The course concludes with the rise of Macedon and Alexander's conquests and significance. Also offered as HISTORY 571R.
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Credits: 3 hours
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HISTORY 472
Ancient Rome
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This course covers Roman history from its origins (including the Etruscans) to the decline of the imperial system. Particular emphasis is placed upon the political, social and economic developments in the Republic, the death of the Republic, the early Principate, and the factors that led to Rome's decline in the ancient world. Also offered as HISTORY 572R.
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Credits: 3 hours
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