A historical survey of China and Japan from prehistory to modern times. Emphasis on their comparative and intertwining histories with particular attention to historical origins, political institutions, social/economic structures, religious/philosophical beliefs, literary/cultural achievements, technological/scientific contributions, interactions with Korea and the West, participation in major wars, and current geopolitical status and power. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3, CSU-C2,D, IGETC-3B,4, Cal-GETC-3B,4)
Recent sections
Fall 2026 · 2 sections
Section
Days & time
Location
Instructor
0948Class #0948-HIST-137-0948
Days & timeDistance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)Aug 24 – Dec 21
LocationDistance Education/Online WEB
InstructorBale, V
0948 notes: Section 0948 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp]
1049Class #1049-HIST-137-1049
Days & timeMonday, Wednesday 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Helix Charter High School HCHS (Lecture)Aug 24 – Dec 16
LocationHelix Charter High School HCHS
InstructorStout, M
1049 notes: This section will be offered at Helix Charter High School during Period 1 on MW.
Off-Campus: HCHS-Helix Charter High School, 4200 Lowell St., La Mesa, CA 91942
Open only to HCHS students.