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    Jul 27, 2025  
2025 - 2026 College Catalog

HIST 230 - Topics in American History


Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 0

General Education Code(s): 23UC
Other Course Attribute(s): LASC, NBSS, SS

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 100  or ENGL 200  
This course focuses on a specific topic, theme, or period in American history that will change from semester to semester. This in-depth study is intended to enrich students’ understanding of the past. Course may be repeated as the topic changes up to three times.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: The General Education requirement for US History & Civic Engagement is satisfied by HIST 230. To meet this General Education requirement, students will be able to:

  1. demonstrate understanding of United States’ society and/or history, including the diversity of individuals and communities that make up the nation;
  2. understand the role of individual participation in US communities and government; and
  3. apply historical and contemporary evidence to draw, support, or verify conclusions.


Repeatable: Yes
Repeat Limit Times: 3
Repeat Limit Credits: 9



CIP Code: 540102