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Course Descriptions

Lewis-Clark State College Catalog 2007-2009

HISTORY
(SOCIAL SCIENCES DIVISION)


HIST-101 HISTORY OF CIVILIZATION (3 CR.)
Surveys the development of society from Paleolithic era to the Reformation. Focuses on several facets of selected cultures, such as the evolution of civilizations, religion and philosophy, rhetorical tradition, and the unfolding of world commerce.

HIST-102 HISTORY OF CIVILIZATION (3 CR.)
Advent of the political and economic revolutions of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Consequences of war, extension of economic, political, and social relationships beyond national borders. Identifies and expounds four themes: Development of Western World; Emergence of World System; Revolution and Ideology: War and Peace in the Twentieth Century.

HIST-111 UNITED STATES HISTORY TO 1865 (3 CR.)
A survey of U.S. political, diplomatic, economic, social, and cultural history through the end of the Civil War. The class is designed to illustrate that the past is distinct from the present (the past is a foreign country) yet provides a context for understanding our own time.

HIST-112 UNITED STATES HISTORY SINCE 1865 (3 CR.)
A survey of U.S. political, diplomatic, economic, social, and cultural history from 1865 to the present. The class is designed to illustrate that the past is distinct from the present (the “past is a foreign country”) yet provides a context for understanding our own time.

HIST-190 DIRECTED STUDY IN HISTORY (1-3 CR.)

HIST-200 KEYS TO HISTORICAL RESEARCH (3 CR.)
Historiography is the history of history. This course centers on concepts and methods of history and those individuals who most contributed to historical thought. The role of the historian will be studied through the lives and methods of some of the foremost in the field.

HIST-240 NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY (3 CR.)
An examination of Native Americans’ distinctive histories, cultures, and relations with non-Indian peoples and states. The course will include discussion of how the Native American past continues to influence Native and non-Native peoples in the present.

HIST-290 DIRECTED STUDY IN HISTORY (1-3 CR.)

HIST-291 WORKSHOP IN HISTORY (1-3 CR.)

HIST-292 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HISTORY (1-3 CR.)

HIST-295 PRACTICUM IN HISTORY (1-12 CR.)

HIST-296 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN HISTORY (1-12 CR.)

HIST-299 RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP (1 12 CR.)

HIST-300 INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC AND APPLIED HISTORY (3 CR.)
An overview of public and applied history. Through projects, readings in professional journals, field trips and guest speakers, students learn about various sectors of public and applied history. Basic skills unique to the many career opportunities in public and applied history are also emphasized.

HIST-320 HISTORY OF SOCIAL WELFARE IN THE UNITED STATES (3 CR.)
This course presents a historical review of the development of social welfare in this country from colonial times to the present. Within that context, social welfare is explored relative to economic, political, social, religious, and philosophical developments. This course examines this country’s responses to social welfare concerns through pragmatic efforts involving both social treatment and social control. The approach is topical and selective, rather than strictly chronological and comprehensive. Cross-listed with SW 320.

HIST-333 AFRICA AND THE WORLD (3 CR.)
A survey from pre-history to modern times through historical sources, literature, film and music.
Pre-requisite: ENGL 102; completion of Social Science core is strongly recommended.

HIST-336 IMPERIALISM AND THE MODERN WORLD (3 CR.)
Focuses on imperialism at the global level since 1492, with particular focus on the period since 1800
Pre-requisite: ENGL 102; completion of Social Science core and HIST 102 is strongly recommended.

HIST-340 HISTORY OF THE NEZ PERCE TRIBE (3 CR.)
An examination of the unique history of this tribe from prehistory to modern times. This will include a cultural-historical approach to the Nez Perce-White relations emphasizing the missionary period, the 1855 Treaty, tribal divisions and White encroachments. The Nez Perce War will be studied and post-war history including the Oklahoma exile, reservation allotment (1895) and modern developments, including fishing, hunting, health and gambling issues.

HIST-360 HISTORY OF MOTION PICTURES (3 CR.)
Examines the history and development of the motion picture art.

HIST-370 HISTORY OF ASIA (3 CR.)
A study of political and cultural developments in China, Japan, India and other Asian countries. Recent trends and relations with the West will be emphasized.
Pre-requisite: At least 6 credits of 100-level coursework, or permission of the instructor.

HIST-390 DIRECTED STUDY IN HISTORY (1-3 CR.)

HIST-391 WORKSHOP IN HISTORY (1-3 CR.)

HIST-392 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HISTORY (1-3 CR.)

HIST-395 PRACTICUM IN HISTORY (1-12 CR.)

HIST-396 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN HISTORY (1-12 CR.)

HIST-399 RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP (1-12 CR.)

HIST-423 HISTORY OF IDAHO AND THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST (3 CR.)
An examination of the social, cultural, political, and economic history of the areas now known as Idaho and the Pacific Northwest in a state, regional, and national context. Particular emphasis will be given to the life experiences of ordinary men and women of varied ethnic backgrounds and to the question of how the region’s past has shaped the present day nature of the Pacifi c Northwest.

HIST-425 HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN WEST (3 CR.)
An examination of the history of the Trans-Mississippi American West, including social, cultural, political, and economic developments from earliest times to the present.
Pre-requisite: At least 6 credits of 100-level history coursework or permission of the instructor.

HIST-429 ORIGINS OF AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY (3 CR.)
The origins and development of major foreign policies within the context of international contacts, diplomatic organizations and procedures. Cross-listed with POLS 429.

HIST-430 THE US AND PACIFIC RIM AFFAIRS (3 CR.)
A detailed examination of new and continuing issues facing the United States as it has dealt with the peoples and nations of the Pacific Rim.

HIST-444 HISTORY BEHIND THE NEWS (3 CR.)
Students in this research oriented course examine the historical context surrounding current events and the political economy of global media systems. Lectures and class discussions in the first half of the semester prepare students for conducting independent research projects during the second half of the semester.
Pre-requisite: ENGL 102 and completion of Social Science core.

HIST-454 HISTORY OF EUROPE (1815-1914) (3 CR.)
A detailed study of major European countries from the Congress of Vienna to the First World War.

HIST-456 HISTORY OF EUROPE (1914 TO PRESENT) (3 CR.)
A detailed study of major European countries and events from World War I to the present.

HIST-460 RUSSIAN HISTORY (3 CR.)
A history of the major political, cultural, social and intellectual developments in Russia from the earliest times to the present.

HIST-465 LATIN AMERICAN HISTORY (3 CR.)
A study of Latin American from Napoleonic wars to Castro’s Cuba. Economic, political and social issues are described.

HIST-490 DIRECTED STUDY IN HISTORY (1-3 CR.)

HIST-491 WORKSHOP IN HISTORY (1-3 CR.)

HIST-492 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HISTORY (1-3 CR.)

HIST-495 PRACTICUM IN HISTORY (1-12 CR.)

HIST-496 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN HISTORY (1-12 CR.)

HIST-499 RESEARCH PROJECT AND SEMINAR IN HISTORY (3 CR.)
A senior seminar that investigates historiography.

 




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