SPAN 312 - Latin American Civilizations I: Pre-Columbian Era to Conquest

Credit(s): 3
Lecture: 3
Non-Lecture: 0
Study of Latin America’s Pre-Columbian civilizations from their origins to the period of their “discovery,” exploration and conquest, and their legacy to contemporary Hispanic cultures. Course focuses on the study of principal Mesoamerican and Andean societies (Maya, Aztec and Inca) through an exploration of significant historical and literary texts produced by these peoples prior to and during their first encounters with the West. Offered fall odd years, at least once every four years.

Prerequisite(s): SPAN 301