HSC 21 - U.S. History I

5.0 Credits
An examination of selected issues and topics in U.S. history from pre-colonial times to the Civil War. Includes the study of the U.S. Constitution and government. Counts toward high school U.S. History I credit. S/U grade option.Prerequisite: Department advising required.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Identify and describe contributions made by early American cultures.
Identify events, trends, individuals, and movements that helped shape America.
Identify and create examples of how technological advances shaped America.
Describe and identify the importance of the foundational documents.
Relate the past to the present, and be able to explain how history repeats itself.
Communicate core concepts and ideas in U.S. history from pre-colonial times to the Civil War.
Research, compare, and analyze perspectives within this time period using multiple source materials.
Identify and examine the impacts of racism on historical events and the people involved.

Course Typically Offered
Fall