Course Description:

This is a survey of Mexican history from the pre-Columbian era to the present. The course presents major historical developments and personalities shaping the nation of Mexico. The class focuses on Meso American culture and civilization, the Spanish colonial period from the 1500's to the 1800's, the Mexican independence years, and the problems of nationhood through the 1850's. The U.S.-Mexican War, and the relationship between Mexico and the United States in the 20th and 21st centuries are also reviewed. Mexico’s role in the world community, both historical and contemporary, remains a key topic. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU;UC. Transfer Credit: CSU;UC.

Meets General Ed Areas:

Cal-GETC Area 3B: Humanities, Cal-GETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, CSU Area C2: Humanities, CSU Area D: Social Sciences, IGETC Area 3B: Humanities, IGETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area 3: Arts and Humanities, VCCCD GE Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) B2: Social & Behavioral Sciences, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) C2: Humanities, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) F1: Ethnic/Gender Studies

Course Corequisites:

NONE

Field trips

may be required.

Section Information as of 24-MAR-2026 02:03:51 PM

• CRN: 32291
• Instructor: Wilson, Jenn
• Section Corequisites: NONE
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• Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
• Course Materials: Oxnard College Bookstore

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