Historical Research Methods

Catalog description

This course will build the basic skills and methods needed for the study of history. Topics will include library and archival research, historical writing, historiography and interpretation, use of the computer and quantitative analysis in history, and the professional opportunities for the history major. Students will complete a supervised research project. This course is directed at the History major. Prerequisites: HIS 111 or HIS 113 and HIS 121 or HIS 122 with a “C” or better and ENG 102. Homeland Security