Introduces the visual and material cultures of the America's, Europe, Africa, and Asia from 1400 to the present. Examines how images, objects, and monuments have been made, experienced and used by groups of people with diverse religious beliefs, philosophical ideas, social organizations, and cultural values. Studies indigenous traditions and considers the impacts of imperialism, colonialism, and global exchange. Students will examine significant original artwork from this period firsthand in area museums. Fulfills the general education requirement in Fine Arts and Intercultural Knowledge. [ 3 credits ]