Examines the ways in which race and ethnicity have been institutionalized into American government and society. Surveys the experiences of diverse communities in the United States, focusing on the obstacles and accomplishments in achieving equal rights and citizenship for all. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Satisfies US-1 (historical development of American institutions and ideals) requirement of CSU Title V. Formerly: HIST M14.

Introduces the creation and development of American society to 1877. Explores the colonial foundation of American cultural heritage; growth of the US political party system; women and social reform; the institution of and movement to abolish slavery; the Civil War, including its causes and Reconstruction. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Satisfies US-1 (historical development of American institutions and ideals) requirement of CSU Title V. Formerly: HIST M07A.

Introduces the creation and development of American society to 1877. Explores the colonial foundation of American cultural heritage; growth of the US political party system; women and social reform; the institution of and movement to abolish slavery; the Civil War, including its causes and Reconstruction. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Satisfies US-1 (historical development of American institutions and ideals) requirement of CSU Title V. Formerly: HIST M07A.

Surveys major political, economic and cultural themes and transformations in the United States since 1865 including Reconstruction, immigration, western expansion, political reform movements, industrialization, Civil Rights and Women's Rights, and the growth of the United States as a world power. Examines the experiences and contributions of diverse racial, ethnic, gender and socioeconomic groups within the context of the social, political, and economic history of the United States since 1865. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Satisfies US-1 (Historical Development of American Institutions and Ideals) requirement of CSU Title V. Formerly: HIST M07B.

Introduces the scientific method as used in the study of humans as biological organisms. Focuses on human evolution and diversity, including genetics, evolution, primatology, paleoanthropology, human variation, and biocultural adaptation. Examines how humans relate to other living organisms and how the tools of science are used to reconstruct the past history of our species. Course Credit Limitations: Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of “C” or better or "P". Moorpark College Honors Program requires a letter grade. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing; Provider number CEP28111 for 45 contact hours.