HIS-110 Early United States History

This course begins the exploration of the social, political, economic, intellectual and cultural development of the United States, from the pre-Columbian era to 1865. Topics include: the first European settlements, the American Revolution, the Age of Jefferson, Westward Expansion, Slavery and the Old South, and the Civil War. This course fulfills the SUNY General Education knowledge and skills area for U.S. History and Civic Engagement.

Credits

3

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Social Science

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• Yes

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Students will identify the major issues, events, and themes of American history from the pre-Columbian era to1865.
2. Students will trace the historical evolution of key American institutions, traditions and structures (Constitution, Bill of Rights, Congress, Supreme Court, presidency etc.), and will describe the role of individual participation and collective action (in community-based and governmental bodies) in shaping early American history.
3. Students will apply historical evidence to draw, support, or verify conclusions about the early American past.
4. Students will describe America's evolving relationship with the wider world prior to 1865.
5. Students will describe the role of unity and diversity in shaping the early American past.