Introduction to Middle Eastern Civilizations
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Overview
Subject code
HUM
Course Number
128
Department(s)
Description
This course provides a multi-media exploration of (1) the diverse philosophical and religious concepts and values in the Middle East, (2) the diverse expressions of these concepts and values in the art, architecture, craftsmanship, film, and literature produced by the cultures of North Africa, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, the Fertile Crescent, Arabian Peninsula, Iran, and Pakistan, and (3) the relation of these concepts and values to current philosophical issues in the Middle East regarding politics, economics, and gender. Comparisons will be made with Western philosophy, art, architecture, craftsmanship, film and literature.
Career
ACAD
Credits
Value
0
Max
3
Min
3
Course Count
1
Number Of Credits
3
Number Of Repeats
1
Repeatable
No
Generate Attendance
No
Auto Create
No
Code
LEC
Instructor Contact Hours
0
Default Section Size
30
Final Exam Type
Yes
Include in Dynamic Date Calc
Yes
LMS File Type
BKB
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Lecture
OEE Workload Hours
0
Optional Component
No
Workload Hours
3
Requisites
Free Form Requisites
Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness. Fulfills the CLC I/M Education Requirement.