Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027

HIST 1000 American History

This course covers American history from colonial times to the modern era.

Registration Name

American History

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

  1. Identify and explain major events, people, ideas, and movements in American history.
  2. Analyze primary and secondary historical sources using appropriate historical methods.
  3. Evaluate competing historical interpretations.
  4. Explain continuity and change over time in American political, economic, social, and cultural development.
  5. Demonstrate effective written and oral communication using historical sources.