University Requirements

Online Learning

Each student is required to take at least one online course. For more information about the online requirement please visit the Online Learning section found in the Graduation & Transfer section of the catalog or visit http://web.byui.edu/Catalog/2005-2006/generalEducation.htm.

Other online course information is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/online.htm. A list of online courses is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/OnlineCourses/onlinecalendar.htm (select a semester or term).

GE Requirements

I. Reading and Writing

   Take 1 Course
   ENG 111, 111C, 111H

AND
   Take 1 Course
   HIST 300  

II. Mathematics

University Requirements

Online Learning

Each student is required to take at least one online course. For more information about the online requirement please visit the Online Learning section found in the Graduation & Transfer section of the catalog or visit http://web.byui.edu/Catalog/2005-2006/generalEducation.htm.

Other online course information is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/online.htm. A list of online courses is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/OnlineCourses/onlinecalendar.htm (select a semester or term).

GE Requirements

I. Reading and Writing

   Take 1 Course
   ENG 111, 111C, 111H

AND
   Take 1 Course
   HIST 300  

II. Mathematics

University Requirements

Online Learning

Each student is required to take at least one online course. For more information about the online requirement please visit the Online Learning section found in the Graduation & Transfer section of the catalog or visit http://web.byui.edu/Catalog/2005-2006/generalEducation.htm.

Other online course information is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/online.htm. A list of online courses is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/OnlineCourses/onlinecalendar.htm (select a semester or term).

GE Requirements

I. Reading and Writing

   Take 1 Course
   ENG 111, 111C, 111H

AND
   Take 1 Course
   HIST 300  

II. Mathematics

University Requirements

Online Learning

Each student is required to take at least one online course. For more information about the online requirement please visit the Online Learning section found in the Graduation & Transfer section of the catalog or visit http://web.byui.edu/Catalog/2005-2006/generalEducation.htm.

Other online course information is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/online.htm. A list of online courses is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/OnlineCourses/onlinecalendar.htm (select a semester or term).

GE Requirements

I. Reading and Writing

   Take 1 Course
   ENG 111, 111C, 111H

AND
   Take 1 Course
   HIST 300  

II. Mathematics

University Requirements

Online Learning

Each student is required to take at least one online course. For more information about the online requirement please visit the Online Learning section found in the Graduation & Transfer section of the catalog or visit http://web.byui.edu/Catalog/2005-2006/generalEducation.htm.

Other online course information is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/online.htm. A list of online courses is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/OnlineCourses/onlinecalendar.htm (select a semester or term).

GE Requirements

I. Reading and Writing

   Take 1 Course
   ENG 111, 111C, 111H

AND
   Take 1 Course
   HIST 300  

II. Mathematics

University Requirements

Online Learning

Each student is required to take at least one online course. For more information about the online requirement please visit the Online Learning section found in the Graduation & Transfer section of the catalog or visit http://web.byui.edu/Catalog/2005-2006/generalEducation.htm.

Other online course information is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/online.htm. A list of online courses is available at http://www.byui.edu/insttech/OnlineCourses/onlinecalendar.htm (select a semester or term).

GE Requirements

I. Reading and Writing

   Take 1 Course
   ENG 111, 111C, 111H

AND
   Take 1 Course
   HIST 300  

II. Mathematics

AMHER 170 American Heritage & Civilization	(3:3:0)
Fulfills GE American Institutions requirement.
Fundamental principles of the American constitution, the strengths of the free-market economy, and historical events that have shaped America's political and economic heritage. (Every semester)
HIST 101	(2-8:0:0)
AP Placement Test
HIST 102	(2-3:0:0)
AP Placement Test
HIST 120 U.S. History to 1877	(3:3:0)
Fulfills GE American Institutions requirement.
This is a broad survey course covering Discovery, Colonization, War for Independence, the Constitution, Foreign Affairs, Westward Expansion, Sectionalism and the Civil War. (Almost every semester)
HIST 121 US History Since 1877	(3:3:0)
Fulfills GE American Institutions requirement.
This course covers all the major topics of the post-Civil War period in U.S. History with emphasis on the events and movements of the 20th century. (Almost every semester)
HIST 201 World Civilization to 1500	(3:3:0)
Fulfills GE Social Science requirement.
Beginnings of major civilizations and their development to approximately 1500 A.D., both Europe and non-Europe. (Every semester)
HIST 202 World Civilization Since 1500	(3:3:0)
Fulfills GE Social Science requirement.
Development of major civilizations since 1500 A.D., both Europe and non-Europe. (Every semester)
HIST 290	(1-3:1:0)
Prerequisite: Faculty Approval Required
This course allows students to engage in specific historical topics through directed readings, special projects, or work study.
HIST 300 Writing and Research in History	(3:3:0)
Fulfills GE Reading & Writing requirement.
The nature and philosophy of history with emphasis on developing the research and writing skills needed in historical study. (Every semester)
HIST 304 Ancient Greece & Rome	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but we recommend that you have the AmHer 170, His 201-202 and the His 300, Research and Writing Course.
A survey of either Greek or Roman History with one or two cultural or literary topics covered in more detail. (Fall, Winter)
HIST 306 Medieval Hisory	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are strongly encouraged to have already completed AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300-level courses will be expected to know how to research, write, and document a basic historical essay.
A survey of the history of the Middle Ages with focused study on selected topics. (As requested)
HIST 308 Renaissance and Reformation	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300-level courses will be expected to know how to research, write and document a basic historical essay.
Major influences and accomplishments of the Renaissance and Reformation, especially evolution of thought. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 310 Modern European History	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300-level courses will be expected to know how to research, write and document a basic historical essay.
Europe from 1750 to the present with a particular emphasis on its intellectual and industrial leadership in the world as well as the perils of nationalism and the promise of European integration. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 325 The Middle East	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are strongly encouraged to have completed AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300-level courses will be expected to know how to research, write and document a basic historical essay.
A study of religious, political, and economic developments of the Middle East since about 600 AD to the present. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 330 The Far East	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300-level courses will be expected to know how to resarch, write and document a basic historical essay.
An introduction to the history of China, Japan, India and neighboring countries, stressing the period since European colonial expansion. (Fall, Winter)
HIST 335 Africa Since 1400	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300-level courses will be expected to know how to resarch, write and document a basic historical essay.
Major trends in African history from the advent of Europeans in Africa in the mid 1400s. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 340 Latin America	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300 level courses will be expected to know how to research, write and document a basic historical essay.
A survey of Hispanic History from the conquest to the Present day; selected cultural topics. Several basic political and economic issues covered as well. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 350 US Military History	(3:3:0)
Survey of the origins and development of the US military, with appropriate attention to developments outside the U.S. (Fall)
HIST 360 Idaho & The Northwest	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300 level courses will be expected to know how to research, write and document a basic historical essay.
Studies the exploration, settlement, and development of Idaho within the Pacific Northwest as well as the nation. (Fall, Winter)
HIST 363 The American West	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300 level courses will be expected to know how to research, write, and document a basic historical essay.
The exploration and development of the western United States from 1800 to the present, with emphasis on cultural interaction and the mythic imagery of the west. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 370 Early American History to 1800	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300 level courses will be expected to know how to research, wirte, and document a basic historical essay.
The establishment and growth of the American colonies, the period of revolution and confederation, the framing of the Constitution, and the early period of government under the Constitution. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 372 Civil War and Reconstruction	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300 level courses will be expected to know how to research, write, and document a basic historical essay.
Explores the origins of the American Civil War, examines the major campaigns, investigates reconstruction, and evaluates the legacy of this era. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 376 US Industrial Age 1870-1945	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300 level courses will be expected to know how to research, write and document a basic historical essay.
Investigation of the rise of modern political, social, and economic sructures and values in America from 1877-1918. (Fall, Summer )
HIST 378 US History Since 1945	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300 level courses will be expected to know how to research, write, and document a basic historical essay.
United States as a superpower from the Cold War to the present with a particular emphasis on social, political, economic and cultural changes preceding and succeeding the Vietnam War. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 380 U.S. Constitutional History & Law	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: No prerequisites, but students are encouraged to have AmHer 170, Hist 201-202 and Hist 300. All students in 300 level courses will be expected to know how to research, write, and document a basic historical essay.
Foundations of constitutionalism, the development of the federal system, the principles of judicial review, nationalism and sectionalism, commerce, due process, equal protection and civil rights. (Fall, Winter, Summer)
HIST 487R Senior Colloquium	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: Must have completed Hist 300 with a C- or better.
A methodological approach to studying history, with students applying the method to historical subject or subjects of their choice. (Colloquium or Seminar every semester)
HIST 497R Senior Seminar	(3:3:0)
Prerequisite: Must have completed Hist 300 with a C- or better.
A concentrated study of a specific historical subject, guided by the instructor. (Colloquium or Seminar every semester)
HIST 498C History Internship	(1-6:0:0)
An internship is a cooperative program between the BYU-Idaho Department of History, Geography, and Political Science and an approved organization. Professional internships correlate actual work experience with coursework; provide students with knowledge of career opportunities, and give students work experience in preparation for employment after graduation. Ideas for internships are developed by the student in consultation with the department internship coordinator. (Inquiry of student)