HIST 310 - Museum Training for Historians

(3 units)

Operation and administration of historical museums, including training in archival procedures, publications and related museum management procedures.

Prerequisite(s): HIST 309 or ANTH 309.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Internship/Practicum: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate practical experience in the museum field gained as a result of a 100-hour museum internship.
2. demonstrate broad knowledge of the work and responsibilities of museums and related institutions by working with museum professionals in an internship.
3. demonstrate, in the written assessment of the museum internship experience, critical analysis and writing skills by analyzing pertinent issues learned in the museum internship.

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