Courses
General psychology addresses the basics of human development. The course analyzes psychological concepts and the various types of learning. Students will assess the relationship between brain development and behavior as it relates to psychological concepts. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111.
Corequisites: None
Human Development Across the Lifespan defines the systematic changes and continuities that fall into three broad domains: physical development, cognitive development, and psychosocial development. The course reviews the major theories of human development. This course also examines the individual in the context of the family, school, media, culture, and/or psychopathy. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: None
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: This course is designed to introduce students to both the theories and application of oral communication. Students are instructed in interpersonal, group, organizational, and public communication contexts. A variety of exercises give students the opportunity to recognize and advance basic communication skills. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: This course is designed to introduce students to both the theories and application of oral communication. Students are instructed in the areas of purpose, content, organization, and presentation. In addition, instruction is provided in general concepts, including, but not limited to, interpretation, critical listening, evaluation, ethics, and nonverbal communication. A variety of learning exercises are employed to assist students in developing and enhancing public speaking skills accordingly. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: A study in the theory and practice of interpersonal communication within a variety of contexts. This course is designed to promote awareness and understanding, of how human communication processes impact perception, understanding, and the assignment of meaning. Students explore and participate in principles of self-realization, behavioral communication, effective listening, conflict management, climates, and gender and cultural implications on communication. Lecture 3 hours per week.
This is a basic course that introduces students to the principles and foundations of argumentation. The course is centered on argumentative analysis, evidence, reasoning, and presentation. Students will develop skills in the construction, delivery, and evaluation of arguments. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring
Prerequisites: SCOM 110 with a minimum grade of C
Corequisites: None
Sociology is the scientific study of human groups, throughout time and across cultures. This course teaches students to examine the underlying perspectives about the foundations of society, social inequality, social institutions, and social change at both national and international levels. At its core, it provides students with key questions that can be used throughout their lives to question the roots of inequality, interconnectedness, and social complexity. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Prerequisites: ENGL 02 and READ 02 or Writing and Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: None
This is an introductory course in the Spanish language. Students learn beginning vocabulary and develop basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the present tense in Spanish. Students are given the opportunity to actively communicate in Spanish as much as possible. They also gain knowledge about Spanish-speaking countries and culture. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer, Fall
Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: None
Students learn more common vocabulary and continue to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the present, future, and past tenses in Spanish. In-class exposure to Spanish is increased and opportunities to communicate in Spanish are more extensive. They obtain further knowledge of Hispanic cultures, as well. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer
Prerequisites: SPAN 101 with a minimum letter grade of C
Corequisites: None
This course examines the development of theatre and its cultural significance throughout history. The course study includes the artistic and technical elements of theatre, significant movements in the history of theatre, different styles and genres of plays, and theatre criticism. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring, Fall
Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: None
This course examines the development of motion pictures as an art form throughout its history. The course study includes the artistic elements of cinema, domestic and international cinema, significant movements in cinema’s history, and different styles, forms, and genres of cinema. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Credits:
3
Semester(s):
Spring, Summer, Fall
Prerequisites: READ 02 or Reading placement of ENGL 111
Corequisites: None
