HIST 3010 - Mapping History: Introduction to Making and Using Maps

3 Credit Hours

Description
This course introduces students to the use of cartography in the study of history. It examines how historians have used maps to discover historical patterns and illustrate them to a wider audience. Students will examine theoretical and methodological problems associated with cartographic approaches to the study of history. Students will learn to use digital mapping tools to create their own maps and to integrate those maps into their historical analysis. Prior mapping experience is not required.