Discipline: History
MIL-Interdisciplinary Studies (Military Science)
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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

History 12


COURSE DESCRIPTION
12 Military Hist Since 1900
Same as: MIL-Interdisciplinary Studies (Military Science) 12
 Units: 3.00
 
Prerequisite: None.
 
An examination of the evolution of American military and naval practices and institutions as they have developed through major wars of the twentieth century, with emphasis upon two world wars. The roles of leadership and technology and their impact upon the art of war will also be discussed. 54 hours lecture.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
A survey of American military history from 1900 to present.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
  1. Know and understand the influences which have shaped American military institutions and practices during the twentieth century.
  2. Understand the causes and consequences of the wars involving American armed forces from 1900 to the present.
  3. Have a greater understanding of global issues through the study of the role of the United States as a world power in the 20th century.
  4. Understand contemporary developments and controversies in light of their roots in the past.
  5. Understand and appreciate the nature of historical processes and methods.
  6. Become familiar with the various sources of information relevant to American military history.
  7. Develop greater critical thinking ability in regard to American military institutions and practices during the twentieth century through the analysis and evaluation of data, the anticipation of alternative explanations and the forming of conclusions from the data presented.

 
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1.   The history of military and naval reorganization and reform after 1900.
  2.  Events precipitating the outbreak of World War I, and the major milestones of the war.
  3. The innovations in land, air, and naval warfare to 1941 that changed the course of battle  strategy.
  4.  Events precipitating the outbreak of World War II:  The Pacific, and major milestones of the  war.
  5. Events precipitating the outbreak of World War II:  Europe, and major milestones of the war.
  6. The evolution of the Cold War and its influence of the nation’s defense policies after 1945.
  7.  Events precipitating the outbreak of the Korean War and its major milestones.
  8.  Events precipitating the outbreak of the War in Vietnam and its major milestones.
  9.  The shaping of defense policy in the post-Vietnam era.

Students are also assigned reading, writing and other outside assignments equivalent to two hours per one hour lecture.
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Class lectures, presentations, and media viewing to learn about the history of World Wars I  and II, the Cold War, the Korean War, and the War in Vietnam.
  • Class discussions that relate historical military and naval reorganization and reform and  warfare innovations to the creation of major defense policies.
  • Handouts and media displays to acquire knowledge of the impact of these war eras on  national security, warfare strategies, and political decision-making.
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • Examinations that contain multiple-choice items and essay questions that support critical  thinking and analysis of the causes of war, the influence of war on diplomatic and security policies, and the impact on the creation of innovative warfare materials.
  • Written and/or oral reports related to the impact of major wars on the values, practices, and  lifestyles of a nation.
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • Text: To be selected by the instructor in consideration with the departmental curriculum committee
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