R 102 Religions of Western World

Investigates religion in the Western World. Includes discussion of how the outward forms of religious expression integrate with other cultural traditions.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Recommended: College level reading and writing skills.

Notes

Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course

General Education Requirements

AAS Human Relations, AGS Humanities/Arts, Cultural Literacy AAOT/AAS, AAOT Social Sciences, AS Cultural Diversity

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Articulate an awareness of the varieties of religious expression and the dynamic nature of religious traditions. Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the core tenants, practices, and institutions of Western religious traditions within their historical and contemporary contexts. Analyze the interaction of religious traditions with political, economic, social, and cultural institutions, groups, and individuals.