IS 348 - Opening of the West:Lewis & Clark

Institution:

Avila University

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Within the framework of the broader topic, the "Opening of the American West," thiscourse addresses the historical and scientific events associated with the Lewis & Clark Expedition that began in 1803. Specific issues include: geopolitical and governmental issues involving the Louisiana Purchase and the Expedition, the actual events of the Expedition, the social and cultural context for the Expedition, impact of the Expedition on early (and modern) U.S. history, the natural environment encountered by Lewis & Clark, the science of the day (e.g., medicine and navigation), new discoveries, and the role of Thomas Jefferson as both a historical figure and an advocate for scientific progress. Prerequisites: Completion of all Level-I requirements and 15 hours of Level-II requirements including one course from the Natural Sciences and one from History or from the Social Institutions or Self and Society areas. CORE-III.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Avila.edu

Phone Number:

(816) 942-8400

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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