HUM100 - Humanities: The Development of Western Thought I The Ancient World

Subject Title
Humanities: The Development of Western Thought I The Ancient World

Subject Description
HUM100 introduces students to the Western intellectual and cultural tradition. The course examines the origins and consequences of historical events, ideas, and concepts. Together, their legacy forms the foundation of our own contemporary society. Taught by a team of Humanities specialists, HUM100 draws upon a wide variety of academic disciplines (including art history, economics, history, philosophy, political science, psychology, sociology, and women's studies). The course gives students a glimpse of the ancient world and a foundation for subsequent humanities and social science courses.

Credit Status
HUM100 is a required subject for all LAT students.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

Upon successful completion of HUM100, the student will be able to:

Display a general knowledge of intellectual and everyday life in the ancient world.

Identify and discuss beliefs, values, and customs which are central to Western civilization.

Illustrate how and why ideas, values, and customs have emerged and how they have developed over time.

Illustrate how the past has shaped the present.

Develop critical thinking skills in students enabling them to analyze and understand ideas, values, and customs.

Cheating and Plagiarism
Each student should be aware of the College's policy regarding Cheating and Plagiarism. Seneca's Academic Policy will be strictly enforced.

To support academic honesty at Seneca College, all work submitted by students may be reviewed for authenticity and originality, utilizing software tools and third party services. Please visit the Academic Honesty site on http://library.senecacollege.ca for further information regarding cheating and plagiarism policies and procedures.

Discrimination/Harassment
All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and/or harassment. Language or activities that defeat this objective violate the College Policy on Discrimination/Harassment and shall not be tolerated. Information and assistance are available from the Student Conduct Office at student.conduct@senecacollege.ca.

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Disabilities Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.