Latin American Civilization: Pre-Colonial and Colonial

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course offers a survey of pre-Columbian civilizations up to the end of the 15th century as well as a focus on the Spanish colonization during the 16th century. Areas studied may include customs, domestic issues, the military, painting, sculpture, architecture, music or religion. Aspects relating to history, geography, literature, and language may also be discussed. The merging of cultures, resulting from the power struggles among the Indigenous peoples and the Spanish, is an important focus as well. Requisite Courses: Any 9 credits in Spanish Studies above the 1000 level or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].