HUM 202 - Studies in Culture

5.0 Credits
Study of a particular culture with emphasis on aspects of contemporary life. Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe and explain how specific individuals/groups and major geographical, historical, and political elements have affected the culture(s) being studied. [COMMUNICATE]
Describe and explain current challenges that the culture faces. [COMMUNICATE]
Describe, analyze, and explain significant cultural elements, such as language, symbols, norms, values, beliefs and customs. [COMMUNICATE]
Describe, analyze, and explain expressions of the culture in art, music, literature, theatre, philosophy, and sport. [COMMUNICATE]
Describe and analyze the culture(s) in relation to other cultures, especially in reference to power relations, cross-cultural influences, political alliances, trade practices, etc. [REASON]
Compare and contrast various elements (political, cultural, economic, historical, etc.,) of the culture(s) with those of the USA. [REASON]
Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity. [EXPLORE]