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ENC -101 | Writing for Success | 3 |
ENC-102
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ENC-102 English Composition II English Composition II is a course about three aspects of one process: writing an effective research paper. To successfully write such a paper, a student must know how to gather the needed information, organize the information and write in clear prose, and formally document sources in an appropriate format. Advisory: It is advisable to have knowledge in a course equivalent to ENC-101: English Composition I with a grade of C or better to succeed in this course. Students are responsible for making sure that they have the necessary knowledge. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | English Composition II | 3 |
MAT-105
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MAT-105 Applied Liberal Arts Mathematics Applied Liberal Arts Mathematics offers a broad overview of mathematics for non-majors. It emphasizes real-world problems that span many disciplines, supporting the theme that mathematics is a fundamental part of everyday life. BSN students: This course is offered 3 times per year during Session 2 of each 16 week Nursing Undergraduate term. Please check the 16 Week School of Nursing Undergraduate Academic Calendar for dates and registration information. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Applied Liberal Arts Mathematics | 3 |
SOS-110
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SOS-110 Fact, Fiction, or Fake? Information Literacy Today We are bombarded with information every day. It comes at us from all directions - from our social media feeds, traditional news outlets, advertisements and commercials, assigned readings in college courses, and from friends and family members. This is a regular part of daily life in the "information age," but it can be difficult to make sense of so much information coming at us from different directions. How do we know what information to trust, and what information is "fake or fiction"? In what ways do our own beliefs and perceptions shape how we use information? How can we identify the most reliable sources of information in our courses, careers, and daily lives? In this course, students develop strategies for locating credible information; evaluate a variety of sources for credibility; learn how cognitive bias may influence how information is perceived; practice giving proper credit to the sources of the information; and learn how to apply these information literacy skills in their academic courses, career, and personal life. BSN students: This course is offered 6 times per year during Session 1 and Session 2 of each 16 week Nursing Undergraduate term. Please check the 16 Week School of Nursing Undergraduate Academic Calendar for dates and registration information. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Fact, Fiction, or Fake? Information Literacy Today | 3 |
SOC-322
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SOC-322 Cultural Diversity in the United StatesCultural Diversity in the United States investigates and explains the cultural, racial, and ethnic diversities in the United States through the lens of sociological investigation. Using fundamental tools of sociological inquiry and cultural learning, students engage in a sociohistorical discovery of various waves of immigration, amalgamation, and assimilation to the United States. Political and policy initiatives that have affected diversity movements and the development of civil society in the United States are also examined. Advisory: This is an upper-level course. Students should have knowledge equivalent to an introductory sociology course. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Cultural Diversity in the United States | 3 |
ETH-220
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ETH-220 Leading the Way: A Path Towards Ethical Leadership Whenever a new corporate scandal emerges, society asks, how could this happen? How could there have been such a failure in leadership? At the turn of the 21st century, scandal after scandal came to light and in reaction, ethical leadership as a contemporary field of study began to take shape. The formative research studies argued that, not only was ethical leadership a moral imperative, it stood to make managers more effective, employees more productive, and organizations more successful. This course traces the path toward ethical leadership, examining how thoughts on leadership have changed over time and how they have been inspired by philosophical ethical theories. Exploration of how ethics can be applied to professional and personal endeavors sheds light on why ethical leadership matters in everyday life. Study Methods:Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Leading the Way: A Path Towards Ethical Leadership | 3 |
POS-110
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POS-110 American Government American Government provides students with a broad introduction to the American political system and political society, including the participation of the citizens. This course examines how the American political process operates. As students progress through the course they will gain a greater understanding of American government and politics as well as how a citizen can contribute to the process in a positive manner. BSN students: This course is offered 3 times per year during Session 2 of each 16 week Nursing Undergraduate term. Please check the 16 Week School of Nursing Undergraduate Academic Calendar for dates and registration information. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | American Government | 3 |
PSY-101
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PSY-101 Introduction to PsychologyIntroduction to Psychology surveys basic theories, principles, and current research within the field of psychology. This course serves as a foundation for all behavioral science courses and provides an understanding of how psychologists view the world and its phenomena. Critical thinking is encouraged in examining course topics, which include research methods, biology, consciousness, learning and memory functions, human development, stress, motivation, emotion, and personality. Students are also encouraged to apply psychological concepts to their lives and work. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
SOC-101
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SOC-101 Our Changing World: An Introduction to Sociology Sociology sheds light on the diverse people and cultures of the United States and the world. The discipline helps humankind understand social change and social problems. This course introduces sociology, the scientific study of social behavior and interaction, as a field with broad application for understanding social activity and addressing social problems. Students will develop their sociological imagination and will be introduced to sociological research skills. The course explores topics related to diversity and inequity at multiple levels and emphasizes how social structure impacts the decisions and actions of people based on group membership, including race, ethnicity, class and gender. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Our Changing World An Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
ANT-101
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ANT-101 Introduction to Anthropology This course studies culture as the expression of human values, behavior, and social organization in its unique and varied forms throughout the world -- past and present. The course demonstrates the inherent logic of each culture considering the problems people need to solve and the environments to which they must adapt. Throughout the course, students will critically assess social issues and articulate distinct perspectives, leading to a greater understanding of human diversity and complexity. Study Methods:Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
HIS-210
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HIS-210 American Civil Rights MovementAmerican Civil Rights Movement provides a comprehensive history of the people, stories, events, and issues behind the post–World War II struggle for justice in America. The course focuses on one of the most significant movements in American history, a movement that changed those who participated in it, made America a more democratic society, gave rise to a host of other movements that transformed the face of American culture, and influenced and created a new generation of American leadership. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | American Civil Rights Movement | 3 |
SOC-210
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SOC-210 Marriage and the FamilyThis course is an introductory course in the sociology of marriage and the family. It explores the various sociological approaches to studying the family, the varieties of family forms, and problems facing American families. The course will begin by defining marriage and family and recognizing the commonality and diversity of experiences among families. The course also examines the ways in which families vary by social class, race, gender, and sexuality and how the material conditions of people's lives shape their attitudes and behaviors. Diversity and change are central themes when studying trends in family life in the United States. This course will explore the complexities of marriage and family, helping students to develop an appreciation for the changes that have shaped families today. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Marriage and the Family | 3 |
SOC-242
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SOC-242 Juvenile DelinquencyThis course provides an analysis of the environmental and internal factors that influence or determine delinquent behavior. Various biosocial, psychological, and sociological theories are presented to help explain the actions of individual juvenile offenders. The prevention and treatment of delinquent behavior is examined by focusing on the roles of parents/guardians, school, church, police, business community, community agencies, and the juvenile justice and correctional system. Study Methods:Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Juvenile Delinquency | 3 |
SOC-291
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SOC-291 Criminology This course has a sociological focus on how information is collected, so that students can explore and evaluate reasons why crime and delinquency occur. The course also explores evidence-based prevention strategies through policy development within the field of criminology. Topics covered in the course include the criminal justice system; existing research methods; how to measure crime; classical school thinking; positivism; theories influenced by functionalism; the role of symbolic interactionism in criminological theories; conflict theory-influenced philosophies from the past to the present; and the relationship between theory, research, and policy. Study Methods:Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Criminology | 3 |
EAS-101
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EAS-101 General Earth Science In General Earth Science students will discover how science has investigated the origin, structure, and operation of planet Earth. Beginning with the Big Bang 13.7 billion years ago, the course will chronicle how the solar system and Earth were formed, the physical makeup of the planet, and the processes that result in its continuous transformation. Topics of particular emphasis will include the role and structure of the atmosphere, the movement of tectonic plates, earthquakes, volcanism, the formation and topography of ocean basins, the forms of erosion, and causes and impact of climate change. Study Methods:Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | General Earth Science | 3 |
BIO-208
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BIO-208 The Science of Nutrition The Science of Nutrition is designed to provide students with the foundational knowledge of basic nutritional science. This includes an understanding of the function of the chemical components of foods, including nutrients, vitamins, minerals, and water, and their role in human metabolism. Information on food selection, diet, and health will also be investigated. Study Methods:
Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | The Science of Nutrition | 3 |
Theoretical Foundation courses include those pertaining to theory, knowledge, and skills of the human services profession.
Intervention courses include those that emphasize theory and knowledge bases for interventions and criteria for selection of appropriate interventions.
Client Population courses include those which emphasize the range of populations served and needs addressed by human services professionals.
HUS-295
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HUS-295 Associate-Level Human Services Capstone The 3-credit Associate-Level Human Services Capstone is an in-depth, student-centered experience that requires the integration of theory and practical experience. In this course students apply the skills and techniques they have learned as well as their knowledge of agencies and culturally diverse client populations to a specific project. The project will identify an issue, problem, information gap, or creative endeavor in which the student will explore, research, evaluate, and theorize in a final paper. On successful completion of the course, students will have met the learning outcomes of the Associate in Arts in Human Services degree program. Advisory: Only students matriculated in the Associate in Arts in Human Services degree program may enroll in this course. Students must also have completed all required courses before enrolling in the Capstone course. Study Methods:Credits: 3 Preview the Online Syllabus | Associate-Level Human Services Capstone | 3 |
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Total Credit Hours: 60