Modern History for Engineering Students

Course guarantor:

Šárka Voráčová

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Department Děčín

Synopsis:

Selected chapters from the 19. century history. Geopolitical situation in Europe explained on the examples of Great Britain, Germany and Austrian Empire. Rise of the United States, American Civil War, transatlantic transportation development. Imperial China: Late Qing dynasty. Selected chapters from the 20. century history: From Bellé Epoque to Cold War. Czechoslovak historical myths.

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Study Objective:

The goal of the course is to introduce modern history in context with current world affairs and in relation to the professional background of engineering (transportation) students.

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No time-table has been prepared for this course

The course is a part of the following study plans: