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2010-2011 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
2010-2011 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

» Course Descriptions


Classification of Courses

The following classification of courses is furnished for clarification to assist students in choosing appropriate courses:

  1. Courses with the prefix DSP are developmental. These may not be used to satisfy degree or certificate requirements. Enrollment in these courses is limited to students who are placed in them according to the College’s placement procedure.
  2. Courses numbered 1000-1999 are freshman level and those numbered 2000-2999 are sophomore level. However, students having necessary prerequisites may take any course.

Course Descriptions

Two types of courses are offered: institutional credit non-transfer courses not applicable to a degree or certificate and regular college credit courses.

Regular College Credit Courses

The following abbreviations indicate the term in which the course is offered:

F — Fall

S — Spring

Su — Summer

UD — Upon Demand

— Courses which fulfill minimum degree requirements. For more information, see General Education Course Requirements for Associate of Arts, Associate of Science and Associate of Applied Science, under » Academic Information  .

 

Early Childhood Education

  
  • ECED 2070 - Developmental Assessment

    3 credits


    This course will cover assessment for children from birth through age eight. Both formal and informal instruments will be discussed with the emphasis on tools that can be used by teachers of young children. Considerations in choosing, administering and reporting results of assessments will also be addressed. Field experience required. Three hours per week. S
  
  • ECED 2080 - Language and Literacy

    3 credits


    This course explores the research-based principles and practices for providing young children birth through age eight a strong foundation in language and literacy within a developmentally appropriate approach. Field experience required. Three hours per week. S
  
  • ECED 2085 - Early Childhood Math/Science

    3 credits


    A course on the standards, principles and practices in teaching mathematics and science to young children birth through age eight. An emphasis will be placed on developing an integrated math and science curriculum that includes appropriate content, processes, environment and materials and child-centered choices. Field experience required. Three hours per week. F
  
  • ECED 2090 - Creative Development

    3 credits


    This course provides strategies for promoting creative development of the child birth through age eight. Students will gain an understanding of the concept of creativity: what it is, why it is important and how the development of creativity in young children can be encouraged. Emphasis is on the development of creativity in relation to art, music, language, movement and dramatic arts. Field experience required. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • ECED 2100 - The Mentoring Teacher

    3 credits


    A study of philosophy, principles and methods of mentoring adults who have varying levels of training. Emphasis will be on the role of mentors as facilitators of adult learning while simultaneously addressing the needs of children, parents and other staff. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • ECED 2120 - Child Center Administration

    3 credits


    A study of organization and administration practices applicable to the child care center. Topics of special consideration will include leadership, enrollment and public relations, staff management, financial management, facilities, regulations, parent relations and program development. Field experience required. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • ECED 2130 - Clinical Practicum I

    3 credits


    Supervised practicum with a minimum of 30 clock hours in seminar and 45 clock hours in early childhood practical experiences. Course includes a study of the physical and human qualities that combine to create an environment that is safe and healthy, and promotes optimum learning for young children birth through age eight. UD
  
  • ECED 2160 - Final Practicum

    3 credits


    Supervised clinical experience with a minimum of 15 clock hours in seminar and 90 clock hours in a clinical site approved by the Department (accredited agency, 3-star or Department approved site). Up to 45 hours may be completed in the student’s employment site with department approval. Focuses on the student’s demonstration of competencies that produce positive developmental outcomes for young children birth through age eight. This should be one of the last courses taken in the ECED program.


    (Prerequisite(s): ECED 2130.) S
  
  • ECED 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Early Childhood Education

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a particular topic in Early Chidhood Education. UD

Economics

  
  • ECON 2110 - Principles of MicroEconomics

    3 credits


     Economic analysis including demand, supply, price, revenues, costs, profits, market structures, monopoly power and real-world markets. Three hours per week. F,S
  
  • ECON 2120 - Principles of MacroEconomics

    3 credits


     Economic analysis including unemployment, inflation, national income and its determination, international economics, fiscal policy, money and banking, monetary policy and economic growth. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): ECON 2110 or permission of instructor.) F, S
  
  • ECON 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Economics

    3 credits


    Detailed study of a specific topic in economics. UD
  
  • ECON 2900 - Individualized Studies in Economics

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in economics. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Education

  
  • EDU 1100 - Technology for Teachers

    3 credits


    Introduction to windows and windows-based microcomputer packages including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, internet applications, basic PC troubleshooting, basic audiovisual and office equipment to facilitate quality classroom instruction. May be registered as CIS or EDU. Three hours per week F
  
  • EDU 1130 - Educational Psychology

    3 credits


    Psychological principles in a classroom setting including development, cognitive style, teacher role, evaluation and management. May also be registered as PSY 1130. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): PSY 1010 or permission of instructor.) F
  
  • EDU 1240 - Introduction to Peer Tutoring

    1 credits


    Introduction to concepts, communication skills and strategies appropriate for peer tutoring. May also be registered as GEN 1240. One hour per week. F, S
  
  • EDU 2000 - Introduction to Teaching

    3 credits


    Comprehensive overview of the foundations of American education from an interdisciplinary perspective (incorporating historical, philosophical, political, economic, legal, social and curricular foundation). Field placement for 20 hours in public/non-public school settings is required. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • EDU 2040 - Child Growth and Development

    3 credits


    The normal child from conception through early adolescence, childhood disorders, implications in working with children. Field experience required. May also be registered as PSY 2040. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): PSY 1010 or permission of instructor.) UD
  
  • EDU 2110 - Human Growth and Development

    3 credits


    Conception through later adult years, psychological and physiological growth and development, death and dying. May also be registered as PSY 2110. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): PSY 1010 or permission of instructor.) S
  
  • EDU 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Education

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a particular topic in education. UD
  
  • EDU 2900 - Individualized Studies in Education

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in education. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Electronics Technology

  
  • EET 1005 - Industrial Electricity

    3 credits


    This entry level course covers the fundamentals of electricity and electrical theory. The course covers electrical symbols, electrical drawings, voltage, current, resistance, and power. It includes Ohm’s law, series, parallel, and combination circuits, and resistive and reactive circuits. It addresses electrical distribution systems and equipment, such as wiring, breakers, fuses, industrial safety for electrical systems and troubleshooting. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. F
  
  • EET 1010 - Electric Circuits I

    3 credits


    Fundamental relations in DC circuits, series-parallel circuits power, network transformations and multi source circuits, network theorems, magnetic, capacitance, inductance, transient analysis, alternating current fundamentals, basic electrical measurement principles, troubleshooting and construction techniques. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite or corequisite INT 1000.) F, S
  
  • EET 1020 - Electric Circuits II

    3 credits


    Continuation of Electric Circuits I. Advanced concepts in AC circuits including reactance, impedance, series parallel RL, RC and RLC circuits, complex algebra, phasors, network theorems, power, power factor, filters, resonant circuits, decibels and logarithmic plots, measurement principles, troubleshooting and construction techniques. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): EET 1010.) S
  
  • EET 1100 - Electrical Wiring Techniques

    3 credits


    Theory and applications of electrical wiring in the residential and commercial industries. One hour lecture and four hours lab per week. UD
  
  • EET 1110 - Electrical Systems in HVAC

    3 credits


    AC and DC circuitry, identification and functions of electrical components in HVAC systems, troubleshooting and repair. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. S
  
  • EET 1210 - Digital Electronics I

    3 credits


    Fundamental characteristics and operation of digital logic including number systems and codes, logic gates, combinational logic, Boolean algebra, flipflops, monostable multi vibrators, logic families, IC specifications, simple interfacing, encoding, decoding, displays, troubleshooting and construction techniques. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Corequisite(s): EET 1010.) F
  
  • EET 1220 - Digital Electronics II

    3 credits


    A study of counters, shift registers, oscillators, memory devices, digital systems, interfacing of digital devices with analog devices, specific microprocessors, construction techniques and troubleshooting. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): EET 1210.) S
  
  • EET 1310 - Analog Electronics

    3 credits


    Fundamental characteristics and operation of semiconductor materials and on junction devices including diodes, bipolar and FET transistors and thyristors. Applications including linear power supplies, small-signal amplifiers, power amplifiers, operational amplifier, frequency response, stability, compensations, feedback, oscillators, filters, regulators, troubleshooting and construction techniques. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): EET 1010.) S
  
  • EET 2010 - Electric Machines

    3 credits


    Energy, electrical power, magnetism, characteristics of batteries, wire size and the theory and application of transformers, motors and generators. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): EET 1010.) S
  
  • EET 2020 - Electrical Controls

    3 credits


    Process control circuits using relay logic; solid state controllers (PLCs). Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): EET 1010.) S
  
  • EET 2220 - Computer Systems/Robotics

    3 credits


    Electronic interface systems as applied to automation and robotics. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): EET 2020.) S
  
  • EET 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Electronics Technology

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a specific topic in electronics technology. UD
  
  • EET 2900 - Individualized Studies in Electronics Technology

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in electronics technology. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Emergency Medical Technician

These courses are designed solely for individuals who desire credentials as Emergency Medical Technicians. Individuals seeking admission should contact the Division of Health and Wellness.

Students will be required to meet all health and safety guidelines of affiliating agencies, including a urine or blood drug screen.

Students will be required to undergo a criminal background check prior to clinical internship. If, as a result of a required criminal background check, a student is prohibited from a clinical affiliate agency, the student may be dismissed from the program.

Upon successful completion of EMT 1010 and 1020, students will be eligible to take the National Registry Exam, which leads to National Registry certification as Emergency Medical Technician–Basic and licensure in Tennessee as Emergency Medical Technician–Intravenous Therapy.

All interested individuals will be assigned class space as available. Students must maintain a current card denoting successful completion of a Professional Rescuer CPR course while in the EMT classes. Students will be required to undergo physical exam/health verification. Students will be required to wear a uniform to class as well as the clinical experience. Students are required to purchase malpractice insurance through the college at the time of registration for the EMT class.

  
  • EMT 1010 - Emergency Medical Services I

    8 credits


    Theory and techniques of Basic Emergency Medical care in the pre-hospital setting. Basic pathophysiological principles related to the recognition and management of a variety of patient conditions. Includes such topics as patient assessment, CPR, airway management, emergency childbirth, trauma, IV maintenance, pharmacology, Sub Q injections, respiratory and cardiovascular emergencies, environmental emergencies. First of a series of two courses designed to prepare the Basic Emergency Technician in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation curriculum and Tennessee Department of Health and Environment Emergency Medical services. Successful completion of this course will enable the student to progress to EMT 1020. Eight hours lecture per week. F
  
  • EMT 1020 - Emergency Medical Services II

    8 credits


    Continuation of EMT 1010. Principles and practices of advanced pre-hospital support. Emphasis is placed on infectious diseases and infection control, musculoskeletal injuries, shock and soft tissue injuries, head and spine injuries, automated external defibrillator, intravenous therapy, ambulance safety and helicopter safety. Eight hours lecture per week. Ten hours in a hospital emergency room and/or ambulance service per semester. (Prerequisite(s): EMT 1010.) S
  
  • EMT 1030 - EMT–IV Accelerated

    16 credits


    This course combines the EMT Basic I and II courses into one semester and incorporates all state mandated content and skills required for EMT-IV licensure. Because of the accelerated nature of this course, it is suggested that students have some type of health care emergency experience (firefighter, nurse, first responder). Sixteen hours per week. F, S
  
  • EMT 1040 - First Responder

    4 credits


    This initial training course in the art of pre-hospital emergency medical care follows the guidelines set by the Department of Transportation (D.O.T.).  Successful completion enables the individuals trained to assess patients, use AED’s, provide emergency care including splinting broken bones, assist in childbirth and, when necessary, move patients without causing injury. Four hours per week. F, S
  
  • EMT 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Emergency Medical Technician

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a particular topic in emergency medical technician. UD
  
  • EMT 2900 - Individualized Studies in Emergency Medical Technician

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in emergency medical technician. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Engineering Graphics

  
  • ERG 1010 - Engineering Graphics

    3 credits


    Sketching and shape description, orthographic projection, sections, auxiliaries, revolutions and geometric constructions. Emphasis is placed on conceptualization. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. F
  
  • ERG 2010 - Computer Aided Design I

    3 credits


    Drafting fundamentals using current AutoCAD software including basics of point entry and selection techniques, layers, blocks, text, dimensioning, object creation and modifications. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. F
  
  • ERG 2020 - Computer Aided Design II

    3 credits


    Advanced techniques used in two-dimensional CAD drafting including advanced dimensions, attribute enhanced blocks, user coordinate systems and use of paper-space layout for display and plotting of drawings to scale. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): ERG 2010 or permission of instructor.) S
  
  • ERG 2030 - Computer Aided Design 3-D

    3 credits


    Application of three-dimensional techniques with AutoCAD software. Includes wireframe, surfacing, solid modeling techniques, use of viewing methods, user coordinate systems and automation of 2-D drawing creation from solid models. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Corequisite(s): ERG 1010 or permission of instructor.) F
  
  • ERG 2040 - CAD Customization

    3 credits


    Customization of AutoCAD software. Includes manipulating the user interface to enhance productivity, setup of user profiles, creation of template drawings, changes to the creation of tool bars and buttons, script files, menu editing and creation, image tile menus, custom line types and hatch patterns. Basic use of Lisp routines for shortcuts. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): ERG 2020 or permission of instructor.) UD
  
  • ERG 2050 - CAD Projects

    3 credits


    Development of a full set of working drawings incorporating the use of fundamental and advanced CAD techniques including three dimensional applications and customization. One hour lecture and three hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor required.) S
  
  • ERG 2100 - CAD Mapping

    3 credits


    This class is designed for the Surveying CAD user. The student will learn to use the software Land Desktop and its add-ons, developed by Autodesk, in order to create maps from data taken from survey instruments. This course will also incorporate a group project depicting a surveying team. One hour lecture and four hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): ERG 2010 and SUR 1010 or permission of instructor.) S
  
  • ERG 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Engineering Graphics

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a specific topic in engineering graphics. UD
  
  • ERG 2900 - Individualized Studies in Engineering Graphics

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in engineering graphics. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

English

Prior to enrollment in any college level English course, if applicable, students must first complete any basic and/or developmental writing requirements indicated by placement testing assessment. (See Admission Requirements  )

Composition courses (ENGL 1010, 1020) must be taken in sequence. No composition courses may be taken simultaneously and no literature courses (World Literature ENGL 2310, 2320; English Literature ENGL 2210, 2220; American Literature ENGL 2110, 2120) may be taken before the composition sequence has been completed. Literature courses may be taken out of sequence.

  
  • ENGL 1010 - Composition I

    3 credits


     Writing with emphasis on the expository and argumentative essay. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • ENGL 1020 - Composition II

    3 credits


     Critical and analytical writing based on works of literature; documented library research paper required. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010.) F, S
  
  • ENGL 2110 - American Literature

    3 credits


     Colonial, Federalist and Romantic literature. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020.) F
  
  • ENGL 2120 - American Literature

    3 credits


     Realism through 21st century literature. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020.) S
  
  • ENGL 2210 - English Literature

    3 credits


     Medieval, Renaissance, neo-classic and pre-romantic British literature. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020.) F
  
  • ENGL 2220 - English Literature

    3 credits


     Romantic, Victorian and modern British literature. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020.) S
  
  • ENGL 2310 - World Literature

    3 credits


     Selected world masterpieces from the ancient, medieval and Renaissance periods. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020.) F
  
  • ENGL 2320 - World Literature

    3 credits


     Selected world masterpieces from the Enlightenment, the 19th century and the 20th century. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020.) S
  
  • ENGL 2510 - Children’s Literature

    3 credits


    Literature for children through the elementary grades. Does not fulfill the literature requirement. May also be registered as HUM 2510. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • ENGL 2610 - Creative Writing

    3 credits


    Students write specific creative writing assignments, as well as personal creations, with themes in the genres of poetry, short fiction and drama. Does not fulfill the literature requirement. Must complete any required basic or developmental writing courses with a grade of “C” or better before registering for this course. Three hours per week. S
  
  • ENGL 2740 - Literature as Film

    3 credits


    Films as literary art including comparisons of adapted and original screenplays and similarity between written and filmed works. May also be registered as HUM 2740. Does not fulfill the literature requirement. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or permission of the instructor.) UD
  
  • ENGL 2760 - Southern Mountain Heritage

    3 credits


    People, culture and literature of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Does not fulfill the literature requirement. May also be registered as HUM 2760. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • ENGL 2801-2899 - Special Topics in English

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a specific topic in English or literature. UD
  
  • ENGL 2900 - Individualized Studies in English

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in English or literature. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

French

  
  • FREN 1010 - Beginning French I

    3 credits


    Elementary reading, writing and speaking in French; culture of French-speaking peoples. Three hours per week. (Corequisite(s): LNG 1000.) F
  
  • FREN 1020 - Beginning French II

    3 credits


    Reading, writing and speaking in French; culture of French-speaking peoples. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): FREN 1010 or permission of instructor.) (Corequisite(s): LNG 1000.) S

General Studies

  
  • GEN 1100 - Student Success

    3 credits


    Designed to improve academic skills, life management skills and knowledge about Cleveland State resources. Topics include time management, note-taking, test taking strategies, library skills, campus resources, academic opportunities and policies, stress management, assertiveness, wellness, diversity and career exploration. Not recommended for students who are required to take DSPS 0800 Learning Strategies or students who elect to take GEN 1110. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • GEN 1110 - Introduction to College Life

    1 credits


    Designed to inform the student of campus resources, academic and extracurricular opportunities and college policies. Topics include time management, goal-setting and basic study strategies. Not recommended for students who are required to take DSPS 0800 Learning Strategies. One hour per week. UD
  
  • GEN 1210 - Success and Leadership

    2 credits


    A study of basic leadership principles as they apply to education, community, workforce and everyday life. Emphasis will be placed on involvement in campus governance meetings, understanding what it takes to be an effective leader and such leadership skills as the importance of organization, delegation, communication and time management. Two hours per week. F, S
  
  • GEN 1240 - Introduction to Peer Tutoring

    1 credits


    Introduction to concepts, communication skills and strategies appropriate for peer tutoring. May also be registered as EDU 1240. One hour per week. F, S

Geographic Information Systems

  
  • GIS 1010 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

    3 credits


    GIS terminology, raster and vestor data structures, data sources and accuracy, methods of data acquisition, conversion and input, requirements for metadata, working with spatial databases (map features and attribute tables) and spatial analysis (map overlays, buffers, networks). Three hours lecture per week. UD
  
  • GIS 2020 - Photogrammetry

    3 credits


    Photogrammetry and GIS technology, principles of imaging and aerial cameras, image measurements, photo coordinates, trilaterative methods, geodetic coordinates, vertical photographs, scale determination, ground control, stereoscopic viewing, planimetric mapping for GIS, introduction of analytical photogrammetry. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. (Prerequisite(s): GIS 1010 or permission of instructor.) UD
  
  • GIS 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Geographic Information Systems

    1-9 credits


    Detailed study of a particular topic in geographic information systems. UD
  
  • GIS 2900 - Individualized Studies in Geographic Information Systems

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in geographic information systems. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Geography

  
  • GEOG 1025 - World Geography

    3 credits


    A study of selected world regions; focus on each region’s characteristics, problems and global interrelations. Three hours per week. F
  
  • GEOG 2010 - Introduction to Human Geography

    3 credits


    Cultural perspectives, value systems of world cultures, rural-urban behavior and resource utilization. Three hours per week. UD

Global Positioning Systems

  
  • GPS 1010 - Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

    3 credits


    Introduction to the Global Positioning Systems (GPS), GPS nomenclature, GPS techniques, static GPS, kinematic GPS, field procedures, post processing techniques, error checking, integration of GPS and conventional methods. Three hours lecture per week. (Pre and/or Corequisite SUR 1010 or permission of instructor.) F
  
  • GPS 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Global Positioning Systems

    1-9 credits


    Detailed study of a particular topic in global positioning systems. UD
  
  • GPS 2900 - Individualized Studies in Global Positioning Systems

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in global positioning systems. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Health

  
  • HED 2010 - Health and Wellness

    3 credits


     Overview of the anatomy and physiology of the human body emphasizing an appreciation for health, wellness, infectious diseases, heredity, diet, exercise, human sexuality, stress, substance abuse, death education, gerontology and social interaction. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • HED 2060 - Safety Education/First Aid/CPR

    3 credits


    Safety awareness, accident prevention, first aid and one person CPR skills for common emergencies. Completers are eligible for National Safety Council Certification in First Aid and CPR. Meets OSHA/AHA standards. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • HED 2210 - Principles of Nutrition

    3 credits


    Personal and family nutrition emphasizing nutritive value and function of food in the body. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • HED 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Health

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a particular topic in health. UD
  
  • HED 2900 - Individualized Studies in Health

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in health. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

History

  
  • HIST 1110 - World Civilization I

    3 credits


     A survey of human history from the earliest hominids to 1500, with emphasis on key cultural, economic, political, religious and social events and trends. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • HIST 1120 - World Civilization II

    3 credits


     A survey of human history from 1500 to the present, with emphasis on key cultural, economic, political religious and social events and trends. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • HIST 2010 - American History I

    3 credits


     A survey of America’s European background, settlement of the colonies, the Federal and early National periods, the history of minority groups, the Jacksonian era, the Civil War and Reconstruction. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • HIST 2020 - American History II

    3 credits


     A survey of the rise of big business, Populism, Progressivism, the history of minority groups and the world position of the United States in the 20th century. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • HIST 2030 - Tennessee History

    3 credits


     A survey of the political, economic, social and cultural aspects of Tennessee’s development from discovery to the present. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • HIST 2801-2899 - Special Topics in History

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a specific topic in history. UD
  
  • HIST 2900 - Individualized Studies in History

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in history. Students may take more than one independent or individualized study in a given discipline up to a maximum of nine credit hours. UD

Honors

  
  • HON 1010,1020 - Interdisciplinary Perspectives

    3 credits


    Exploration of various multidisciplinary perspectives including, but not limited to, cultural, historical, philosophical and scientific aspects focusing on critical analysis. Must be taken by students seeking the Seal of Honors Achievement but may be taken by any student meetings qualifications. (Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Honors Program.) UD
  
  • HON 1110-1113 - Honors Colloquium

    1 each credits


    In-depth discussions of selected topics to stimulate intellectual discovery and inquiry. Must be completed two times for students seeking the Seal of Honors Achievement and once for students seeking the Award of Honors Recognition. (Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Honors Program.) UD
  
  • HON 2900 - Individualized Honors Studies

    1-9 credits


    Courses with Honors Designation. With the approval of the department and Honors Review Committee, existing courses may be designated as honors courses. Participation in the Cleveland State Honors Program will benefit students in a number of ways. (Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Honors Program.)

Human Services/Social Work

  
  • HSS 1050 - Introduction to Social Work

    3 credits


    Historical development, philosophy, values, ethics, the social welfare system and the populations served. May be registered as SOWK or HSS. Three hours per week. F
  
  • HSS 1130 - Substance Abuse

    3 credits


    Overview of substance-related disorders. History and problems associated with chemical abuse; diagnostic indicators; treatment approaches, resources and assessments of treatment results. May be registered as SOWK or HSS. Three hours per week. S
  
  • HSS 1320 - Aging in America/Elder Care

    3 credits


    Effects of aging; skills needed for care of the dependent elderly, the physically inconvenienced, the chronically ill; coping with death and dying; practical strategies for securing and providing the constellation of services appropriate to meeting needs of the elderly. May be registered as SOWK or HSS. Human Services elective. Three hours per week. S
  
  • HSS 1330 - Social Work Interview Skills

    3 credits


    A study of the skills, techniques, methods and procedures used in interviewing clients in a generalist social work setting. The emphasis is on rudimentary intervention skills for the beginning practitioner. May be registered as SOWK or HSS. Human Services elective. Three hours per week. F
  
  • HSS 1360 - Cultural Diversity

    3 credits


    An introductory course for students providing the knowledge, awareness and skills necessary for effectively working with culturally diverse populations. Race, ethnicity, language, culture, gender, socioeconomic class, age, sexual orientation, disability and religion will be examined as part of studying our human diversity. May be registered as SOWK or HSS. Human Services Elective. Three hours per week. F
  
  • HSS 2010 - The Family Experience

    3 credits


    An overview of the family system with focus on cultural diversity, problems that arise within the family and conducting family social work. May be registered as SOWK or HSS. Three hours per week. F
  
  • HSS 2050 - Crisis and Mental Health

    3 credits


    Skills necessary to recognize and intervene in acute and severe/persistent mental health issues that concern a large population within the field of human services. May be registered as SOWK or HSS. Three hours per week. S
 

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