WNC Catalog 2007-2008: History 111
Course Description and Outline |
HIST 111: Survey of American Constitutional History
| Credits |
3 |
| Schedule of Classes |
Fall 2008
Summer 2008
Spring 2008
Schedule History
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| Academic Discipline |
History
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| Academic Division |
Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service |
| Prerequisites |
none |
| Transfer Information |
Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor. |
2007-2008 | I : Catalog Course Description |
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| Teaches the origin, development, history of the Nevada and United States constitutions. Course will examine the American judicial system through a number of significant decisions and will analyze the individuals who made those decisions. |
| II : Course Objectives |
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- Gain factual knowledge (origins, terminology, classifications of law, and unique characteristics) about the Nevada and United States Constitutions.
- Learn the basic structure and functions of the Federal and Nevada judicial systems.
- Learn several significant decisions of the United States Supreme Court.
- Learn to apply course materials and presentations to improve analytical skills and rational thinking.
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| III : Course Linkage |
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| Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome. |
HIST 111 links to two programs at WNCC, AA/AS and General Education.
Students who complete HIST 111 are expected to demonstrate they:
1. have college-level skills in reading, writing, and oral communication appropriate to their degree and/or emphasis.
2. have problem solving, critical and creative thinking skills.
3. have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information.
4. understand and apply social science principles, including an appreciation of participation in civic affairs. |
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