This course introduces the world's major religious traditions. Topics include Primal religions, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of the religions studied. The subject matter is taught from a nonsectarian stance not promoting any particular group's religious beliefs. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA and ICAA as a general education course in Humanities/Fine Arts.