Cypress College

HIST142C - History of Latin America I

Course Description

Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 100 C or ENGL 101 C or ESL 110 C. Term hours: 54 lecture. This course surveys Latin America’s history, from the pre-Columbian, through colonization into the independence movements of the 19th century. A particular focus will be on understanding the blending of European, African, Native, and other societies that form distinctive Latin American cultures and the social, economic, and political ramifications. (UC/CSU, AA GE).

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Tuition & Fees

Tuition and mandatory fees only. Financial aid may apply. Please contact your local Financial Aid Office for details.

Location

Online

Units

3.0 semester units

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Course Sections

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Fall 2025 - Semester

Aug 25 to Dec 13

section: 10897

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Professor(s): Vincent P Romo

Live Seat Count: 26 - (28 days ago)

Section notes:

ONLINE CLASS: The above online course has no scheduled meeting times and is offered fully online. To avoid being dropped, you MUST enter your e-mail address in MyGateway BEFORE enrolling in the class. For more information, go to https://www.cypresscollege.edu/academics/distance-education/ Online courses are taught using Canvas, an Internet-based software to deliver materials and communicate with students, and may require the use of software for proctoring exams or other additional tasks. To take online courses, students must have access to a computer and internet services and may be required to use a web camera and microphone.

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