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HIST 216 U.S. Civil War and Reconstruction Units: 3.00
This course explores the political, social and intellectual origins of the U.S. Civil War, experiences of soldiers and civilians, and major issues of Reconstruction. Major topics include slavery, the anti-slavery movement, the roots of secession, the Civil War and memory.
Learning Hours: 120 (36 Lecture, 84 Private Study)
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 2 or above.
Exclusion HIST 304/6.0.
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the multiple causes and consequences of the U.S. Civil War and Reconstruction.
- Identify and synthesize arguments presented in lecture and reading material coherently, precisely, and concisely.
- Critically read and analyze primary sources; place primary sources within wider historical context.
- Practice and refine analytic writing skills through written assignments and essay exams.
- Critique public representations of the period 1820-1915.