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2011-2012 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
2011-2012 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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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  .

— Not part of the Universal Transfer Path.

 

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1121 - General Chemistry II Laboratory

    1 credits


    ♦ Laboratory to accompany CHEM 1120. Three hours per week. (Corequisite(s): CHEM 1120.) S
  
  • CHEM 2010 - Organic Chemistry I

    3 credits


    Properties, synthesis and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic compounds according to functional groups including mechanisms of reactions and the relationship between structure and properties. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1120.) (Corequisite(s): CHEM 2011.) F
  
  • CHEM 2011 - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory

    1 credits


    Laboratory to accompany CHEM 2010. Four hours per week. (Corequisite(s): CHEM 2010.) F
  
  • CHEM 2020 - Organic Chemistry II

    3 credits


    Spectroscopic characteristics of organic compounds; introduction to proteins, amino acids, carbohydrates, fats and heterocyclic compounds. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): CHEM 2010.) (Corequisite(s): CHEM 2021.) S
  
  • CHEM 2021 - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory

    1 credits


    Laboratory to accompany CHEM 2020. Four hours per week. (Corequisite(s): CHEM 2020.) S
  
  • CHEM 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Chemistry

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a particular topic in chemistry. UD
  
  • CHEM 2900 - Individualized Studies in Chemistry

    1-9 credits


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

Communication

  
  • COMM 1010 - Introduction to Mass Communication

    3 credits


    Journalism, broadcasting, public relations, film, magazines and the recording industry. Three hours per week. F
  
  • COMM 1020 - Writing for the Mass Media

    3 credits


    Information gathering and writing under deadline for print and broadcast media, including news and promotional copy. Preparation of news, advertising, and persuasive texts. Comparison of styles and organizational techniques. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • COMM 1030 - Introduction to Broadcasting

    3 credits


    Domestic and international radio, TV and cable; job opportunities; organizational structure of stations, networks and cable facilities; audio and video productions. Three hours per week. F
  
  • COMM 1510 - Journalism Practicum I

    1 credits


    Newspaper production including news writing, headlining, copy preparation and proofreading, page design, news evaluation, staff organization, reporting, interviewing and photography. Student newspaper assignments required. One hour per week. F
  
  • COMM 1520 - Journalism Practicum II

    1 credits


    Newspaper production including news writing, headlining, copy preparation and proofreading, page design, news evaluation, staff organization, reporting, interviewing and photography.  Study newspaper assignments required. One hour per week. S
  
  • COMM 2020 - Introduction to Television Production

    3 credits


    Television production including studio procedures, video, audio and lighting. Three hours per week. S
  
  • COMM 2110 - Advertising

    3 credits


    Advertising including consumer behavior, media, budgeting and planning, creation and production of messages. Three hours per week. F
  
  • COMM 2130 - Introduction to Public Relations

    3 credits


    Public relations functions including publicity, communication and influencing various publics. Three hours per week. S
  
  • COMM 2510 - Journalism Practicum III

    1 credits


    Newspaper production including news writing, headlining, copy preparation and proofreading, page design, news evaluation, staff organization, reporting, interviewing and photography.  Student newspaper assignments required. One hour per week. F
  
  • COMM 2520 - Journalism Practicum IV

    1 credits


    Newspaper production including news writing, headlining, copy preparation and proofreading, page design, news evaluation, staff organization, reporting, interviewing and photography.  Student newspaper assignments required. One hour per week. S
  
  • COMM 2610 - Communication Practicum

    3 credits


    Supervised activities in a radio or television station, cable-TV facility, advertising or public relations agency for a minimum of 80 hours. (Prerequisite(s): two 3-credit hour Communication courses.) F, S
  
  • COMM 2710 - TV News I

    3 credits


    The study of television news, including the production of a campus newscast. Three hours per week. F
  
  • COMM 2720 - TV News II

    3 credits


    Advanced topics in television news, including the production of campus newscast. Three hours per week. S
  
  • COMM 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Communications

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a specific topic in communications. UD
  
  • COMM 2900 - Individualized Studies in Communications

    1-9 credits


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

Computer Information Technology

  
  • CIT 1100 - Computer Networking I

    3 credits


    Topics covered include: designing, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing basic networks, ethernet cable media, hubs, switches, bridges and routers, network cards; and operating system network configuration. Prepares the student to take the Comp TIA Network + industry certification exam. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • CIT 1601 - Hardware/Operating Systems

    3 credits


    Topics covered include: installing, building, upgrading, repairing, configuring, troubleshooting, optimizing, diagnosing and performing preventative maintenance of basic personal and portable computer hardware and operating systems, as well as printers, scanners and security components. This course prepares the student to take CompTIA A+ Essentials industry certification exam. Three hours per week. F
  
  • CIT 1602 - IT Support Functions

    3 credits


    Topics covered include: Installation, upgrade, repair, component replacement, configuration, optimization, troubleshooting, and perform preventative maintenance on basic personal computer hardware and operating systems, as well as supporting PC hardware and software in a business setting. This course prepares the student to take the CompTIA A+ Practical Application certification exam. Three hours per week. F
  
  • CIT 2030 - Servers/Network Operating Systems

    3 credits


    Topics covered include: planning network and application services; designing core identity and access management components; designing support identity and access management components; designing for business continuity and data availablity. Prepares the student to take the Microsoft Windows Server operating system and covers “Enterprise Administrator” Exam. Three hours per week. S
  
  • CIT 2100 - Co-op/Internship Experience

    2 credits


    Professional development through on-the-job experience in the student’s major area of study. The course requires a minimum of 100 hours of supervised employment or volunteer experience. Students must be recommended by the academic advisor before they can be placed. F, S
  
  • CIT 2800-2899 - Special Topics in Computer Service Technology

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a specific topic in computer service technology. UD
  
  • CIT 2900 - Individualized Studies in Computer Service Technology

    1-9 credits


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

Computers and Information Systems

  
  • CIS 1270 - Desktop Operating Systems

    3 credits


    This course prepares the student to take the Microsoft certification exam associated with the most currently used version of the Microsoft Windows Desktop operating system. Topics covered include: installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the most currently used Microsoft Windows Desktop operating system. This course prepares the student to take Microsoft Exam 70- 270. Three hours per week. S
  
  • CIS 1291 - Windows Server Networks

    1 credits


    Prepares the student to take the Microsoft certification exam associated with the most currently used Microsoft Windows Server operating system and covers the “Server Administrator” exam. Topics covered include: Planning for Server Deployment, Planning for Server Management, Monitoring and Maintaining Servers, Planning Application and Data Provisioning, and Planning for Business Continuity and High Availability. This course prepares the student to take Microsoft Exam 70-291. One hour per week. F
  
  • CIS 1294 - Active Directory

    3 credits


    Topics covered include: Configuring Domain Name System (DNS) for Active Directory; Configuring the Active Directory Infrastructure; Configuring Active Directory Roles and Services; Creating and Maintaining Active Directory Objects; Maintaining the Active Directory Environment; Configuring Active Directory Services. Prepares student to take Microsoft certification exam and covers “Active Directory” exam. This course prepares the student to take Microsoft Exam 70-294. Three hours per week. S
  
  • CIS 2100 - Co-Op/Internship Experience

    2 credits


    Professional development through on-the-job experience in the student’s major area of study. The course requires a minimum of 100 hours of supervised employment or volunteer experience. Student must be recommended by the academic advisor before they can be placed. F, S
  
  • CIS 2101 - Network Security

    3 credits


    Topics covered include: General Security Concepts; Communication Security; Infrastructure Security; Basics of Cryptography; Operational and Organizational Security. Prepares the student to take the Comp TIA Security + Cerification Exam. This course prepares the student to take CompTIA Security+ Exam. Three hours per week. F
  
  • CIS 2210 - Systems Development and Design

    3 credits


    Computer center functions and management for business and industry including organizational structures, tools for the analyst, hardware and software orientation. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): Nine hours CIS course work or permission of instructor.) UD
  
  • CIS 2293 - Planning Networks

    3 credits


    Topics covered include: Confguring Addressing and Services, Names Resolution; Network Access, File and Print Services; Monitoring and Managing a Network Infrastructure. Prepares the student to take the Microsoft cerification exam and covers “Network Infrastructure” exam. This course prepares the student to take Microsoft Exam 70-293. Three hours per week. F
  
  • CIS 2297 - Designing Networks

    1 credits


    Topics covered include: Deploying Servers; Configuring Remote Desktop Services, Web Services Infrastructure, and Network Application Services. Prepares the student to take the Microsoft certification exam and covers “Applications Infrastructure” exam. This course prepares the student to take Microsoft Exam 70-297. One hour per week. S
  
  • CISP 1010 - Introduction to Computer Science I

    3 credits


    An introduction to computer science hardware and software concepts and computer software development using a modern object-oriented programming language such as JAVA or C++. Algorithms, problem solving methods, systems development and implementation methodologies are addressed. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • CISP 1020 - Introduction to Computer Science II

    3 credits


    A continuation of programming emphasizing abstract data structures and top down design. Emphasis is on algorithm development, abstract data types, pointers, strings, searching and retrieval techniques, parsing, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees and related topics. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): CISP 1010.) UD
  
  • CISP 1610 - Programming in C++

    3 credits


    Overview of general structured design and development, fundamental programming concepts in C++ which include data types, arithmetic expressions, control structures, loops, functions, arrays, basic I/O, user defined abstract data types and an introduction to classes and objects. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): CISP 1010 or permission of instructor.) UD
  
  • CISP 2801-2899 - Computer Information Systems Programming

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a specific topic in computers and information systems. UD
  
  • CISP 2900 - Computer Information Systems Programming

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in computers and 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
  
  • INFS 1010 - Computer Applications

    3 credits


    Basic computer terminology, Microsoft Windows, word processing, spreadsheets, internet and other topics. Meets computer literacy requirement. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • INFS 1040 - Word

    3 credits


    Brief overview of basic computer terminology and Windows operating system. Word processing fundamentals employing Microsoft Word to create, format and print letters, reports, tables and other word processing documents. Three hours per week. F
  
  • INFS 1051 - Spreadsheets Seminar-Excel

    1 credits


    Spreadsheet applications on the microcomputer using Excel. Students who have received credit for INFS 1010 must have permission of the CIS Coordinator to enroll in this course. Total of 16 contact hours. UD
  
  • INFS 1065 - PowerPoint Seminar

    1 credits


    Presentation systems using Microsoft PowerPoint software on microcomputers emphasizing business presentations and basic editing skills. Total of 16 contact hours per week. UD
  
  • INFS 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 INFS or EDU. Three hours per week. F
  
  • INFS 1121 - Spreadsheets/Databases

    3 credits


    Use of computers in business emphasizing spreadsheet and database applications on microcomputers with review of computer basics. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • INFS 1562 - Web Site Design

    3 credits


    Fundamentals of effective web design and management using a commercial software package. As a prerequisite, students should have a fundamental knowledge and experience in using microcomputers and the internet. Three hours per week. S
  
  • INFS 2030 - Access

    3 credits


    Database fundamentals employing Microsoft Access to create and utilize tables, queries, forms, reports and macros. Integrating Access with other programs and with the World Wide Web. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • INFS 2040 - PowerPoint/Publisher

    3 credits


    Presentation graphics fundamentals employing software presentation package to design, create, format and print slide presentations. Publishing fundamentals using text, graphics, layouts and printing. Integrating with other programs and internet. Three hours per week. S
  
  • INFS 2801-2899 - Computer Information Systems

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a specific topic in computers and information system. UD
  
  • INFS 2900 - Computer Information Systems

    1-9 credits


    Independent and individualized studies in computers and 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

Construction Technology

  
  • CST 1010 - Construction Techniques/Methods

    1 credits


    Materials and processes used in residential and commercial construction. Labs will focus on actual hands-on exercises in fundamental hand and power tools, building techniques and equipment. One hour per week. F
  
  • CST 2010 - Cost Estimating and Job Analysis

    3 credits


    Commercial and residential cost planning techniques including labor and material costs, overhead, hidden costs, scheduling to maintain effective spending, bid proposals and profit margins. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. S
  
  • CST 2020 - Contracting Technical/Legal Aspects

    2 credits


    Contractor laws and rules, general business accounting, lien laws, workers compensation, employment security, wage laws, OSHA regulations and tax information. Two hours lecture per week. F
  
  • CST 2030 - Standard Building Codes

    3 credits


    Building codes that relate to residential and light commercial projects from site work to completed projects. Three hours lecture per week. F, S
  
  • CST 2040 - Renewable Energy

    3 credits


    A comprehensive overview of renewable energies, including comparisons with photo voltaic (pv) electrical generation, solar thermal, wind, biomass and other alternative fuels. Emphases are placed on the movement from a fossil fuel based economy to an alternative energy economy using solar derived fuels. This ties to design and lifestyle alterations which can result from careful monitoring and utilizing of energy stores available. Site specific suitability, regulations, investments, economics and energy efficiencies are all investigated with regard to life cycle. Three hours lecture and one hour lab per week. F
  
  • CST 2050 - PV Panel Installation

    3 credits


    Basic details of sizing a solar-electric photo voltaic (pv) installation to meet expected energy needs; the techniques of rooftop, pole top or ground rack installation to withstand weather expectations; the need for site specific electronics to change varying DC solar generated electricity to utility grid uniformity of AC electricity; how to work with the needed utility grid inter-tie safety disconnections; battery storage and the needed electronics; the importance of grounding and other details in preparation for national certification as a pv installer. Three hours lecture and one hour lab per week. F
  
  • CST 2400 - Service Learning–Habitat

    3 credits


    This course will enable students to have hands-on involvement in a Habitat project where many of the concepts presented in class are put into practical application. The processes and policies used by the Habitat organization will provide monitoring of student participation and involvement. Three hours on-site work per week. F
  
  • CST 2500 - Energy Star Residential Ratings

    3 credits


    This course addresses Energy Star and Earth Craft ratings, sealing of ductwork, routing ducts through conditioned spaces, water management in foundations, sealed crawlspaces, and general sustainability requirements. It includes the process for evaluating hours for Energy Star certification, including the software used and reports generated. It prepares the student for national certification as an Energy Rater. Three hours lecture and one hour lab per week. S
  
  • CST 2610 - Energy Efficient Construction

    3 credits


    This course will discuss insulated wall elements such as structural insulated panels (SIPS), insulated poured and pre-cast concrete walls, solar hot water installations and specialized solar grid-tied electric codes (NEC 960). Three hours lecture and one hour lab per week. S
  
  • CST 2620 - Ground Sourced HVAC

    2 credits


    This course addresses closed loop and open loop designs, residential usage of ground source heat pumps, trenching vs. well drilling, ground loop requirements, manual J load analysis to size the ground source system, and desuperheater add-on hot water elements. This course will also have the benefit of a ground source heat pump demonstration project where a unit has been installed in the construction technology laboratory. Two hours lecture and one hour lab per week. S
  
  • CST 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Construction Technology

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a specific topic in construction technology. UD
  
  • CST 2900 - Individualized Studies in Construction Technology

    1-9 credits


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

Cooperative Education

Cooperative Education is the integration of classroom theory with practical work experience. The program requires a student to have specific periods of attendance at the college and specific periods of employment. The employment periods are established by cooperative agreements between the college and business, industry and government agencies. Students are advised to check with the institution to which they plan to attend concerning the transferability of these courses.

  
  • CPE 1010 - Cooperative Education I

    3 credits


    Supervised employment or volunteer experience in a position related to the student’s major (150 hours). Students must have a co-op placement in place before enrolling in this course. If assistance is required in locating a placement, students should contact the Cooperative Education Office in advance. F, S
  
  • CPE 1011 - Job Search Skills

    1 credits


    Skills assessment, resumé and letter writing, interviewing techniques, job search strategies, job applications, networking and dressing for success. F, S
  
  • CPE 1012 - Succeeding on the Job

    1 credits


    Personal and professional development to improve communication, time management, problem solving, teamwork and customer service skills on the job. The course will also address the importance of initiative, attitude and work ethics in the workplace. F, S
  
  • CPE 1015 - Workforce Development

    2 credits


    Personal and professional development through course work combined with on-the-job experience in order to develop work ethics and transitional job skills in the workplace. The course requires a minimum of 75 hours of supervised employment experience. F, S
  
  • CPE 1020 - Cooperative Education II

    3 credits


    Supervised employment experience (150 hours). Students must have a co-op placement in place before enrolling in this course. If assistance is required in locating a placement, students should contact the Cooperative Education Office in advance. F, S
  
  • CPE 2000 - Workforce Development Co-op

    3 credits


    Personal and professional development through course work combined with on-the-job experience in order to develop work ethics and transitional job skills in the workplace. The course requires a minimum of 150 hours of supervised employment experience. F, S
  
  • CPE 2010 - Cooperative Education III

    3 credits


    Supervised employment experience (150 hours). Students must have a co-op placement in place before enrolling in this course. If assistance is required in locating a placement, students should contact the Cooperative Education Office in advance. F, S
  
  • CPE 2020 - Cooperative Education IV

    3 credits


    Supervised employment experience (150 hours). Students must have a co-op placement in place before enrolling in this course. If assistance is required in locating a placement, students should contact the Cooperative Education Office in advance. F, S
  
  • CPE 2100 - Co-op/Internship Experience

    2 credits


    Professional development through on-the-job experience in the student’s major area of study. The course requires a minimum of 100 hours of supervised employment or volunteer experience. Student must be recommended by the academic advisor before they can be placed. F, S

Criminal Justice

  
  • CRMJ 1010 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

    3 credits


    Criminal justice administration emphasizing roles of police, courts, corrections and juveniles. Three hours per week. F
  
  • CRMJ 1020 - Introduction to the Legal Process

    3 credits


    Substantive aspects of criminal law including general principles applicable to criminal conduct, specific analysis of particular crimes and substantive defenses to crimes. Three hours per week. F
  
  • CRMJ 2010 - Introduction to Law Enforcement

    3 credits


    Rules of evidence applied to criminal procedures; procedures to implement law, including arrest, search warrants, testifying in court, pre-trial procedures. Three hours per week. S
  
  • CRMJ 2020 - Introduction to Corrections

    3 credits


    The correctional system and its alternatives. Three hours per week. S
  
  • CRMJ 2110 - Legal Issues in Investigations

    3 credits


    Legal issues, scientific and technical methods employed in criminal investigations. Three hours per week. F
  
  • CRMJ 2210 - Issues in Juvenile Justice

    3 credits


    Behavior and characteristics of juvenile offenders; methods of rehabilitation and court procedures. Three hours per week. F
  
  • CRMJ 2410 - Externship

    4 credits


    Supervised observation during a minimum of 150 hours experience with a field agency. (Prerequisite(s): At least 9 hours of Criminal Justice coursework or permission of instructor.) S
  
  • CRMJ 2801-2899 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice

    1-6 credits


    Detailed study of a particular topic in criminal justice. UD
  
  • CRMJ 2900 - Individualized Studies in Criminal Justice

    1-9 credits


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

Developmental Studies

The following courses may be required of students based upon assessment results. Students may also be required to take one or more of the courses based upon referral from the instructor. None of the courses will satisfy requirements for degrees or certificates. (Prerequisite: Placement testing or completion of previous course, if any, in applicable sequence.)

Developmental Mathematics courses DSPM 0700, DSPM 0800 and DSPM 0850 are taught in a 1+2 format, with students meeting in class one hour each week and working in the Math Lab two hours each week outside of class. These courses require the student to have a graphing calculator. Students should refer to the course syllabus to determine the recommended calculator for these courses.

  
  • DSPM 0700 - Basic Mathematics

    3 credits


    Whole numbers, fractions, decimals, integers, ratio and proportion, percents, averages, exponents and roots, graphs, equations, applications. Graphing calculator required – see course syllabus for details. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • DSPM 0800 - Elementary Algebra

    3 credits


    Operation with real numbers, evaluating formulas, absolute value, order of operations, distributing and combining like terms, solving linear equations and inequalities, solving formulas, graphing lines andfunctions, finding equations of lines, finding slope and intercepts of lines, domain and range, vertical line test, algebra of functions, variation, solving systems of equations by graphing and substitution; matrices and determinants, Cramer’s rule, finding breakeven points and equilibrium points. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • DSPM 0850 - Intermediate Algebra

    3 credits


    Polynomial operations, rules of exponents; negative exponents, scientific notation, factoring polynomials, solving equations by factoring, solving equations by graphing, rational expressions, radical expressions, quadratic functions, solving quadratic equations, completing the square, square root property, quadratic formula, graphing parabolas, finding intercepts, finding maxima and minima, solving business applications. Graphing calculator required – see course syllabus for details. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • DSPR 0700 - Basic Reading

    3 credits


    Sight, analytical and contextual vocabulary; literal and critical comprehension; dictionary usage. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • DSPR 0800 - Developmental Reading

    3 credits


    Studies in literal and critical comprehension, vocabulary and logical thinking designed to enhance the student’s level of reading ability. Course seeks to unify all reading skills with skill application to content area reading and serves as a bridge to Level I work. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • DSPS 0800 - Learning Strategies

    3 credits


    This is a general information preparation course. It is intended to provide the student an opportunity to further develop academic skills, life management skills, etc. and to become familiar with Cleveland State’s campus and resources. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • DSPW 0700 - Basic Writing

    3 credits


    Standard sentence structures, grammar and mechanical correctness and appropriate usage in the context of the paragraph and short essay. Lecture with lab referrals based upon instructor discretion. Three hours per week. F, S
  
  • DSPW 0800 - Developmental Writing

    3 credits


    Grammar and mechanical correctness, standard sentence structures, topic development, organizational skills, paragraph and essay development, vocabulary selection, sentence variety and revision skills. Three hours per week. F, S

Early Childhood Education

  
  • ECED 1010 - Introduction to Early Childhood

    2 credits


    An introduction to the early childhood profession including an emphasis on professionalism and developmentally appropriate practice. Includes an overview of history of early education, theoretical program models, different types of early childhood programs, community resources, professional organizations and contemporary trends and issues in programs for children birth through age eight. Field experience required. Two hours per week. F
  
  • ECED 2010 - Safe/Healthy Environments

    3 credits


    A study of the basic principles and practices of safety, health and nutrition as they relate to the early childhood setting, home and community for children birth through age eight. Also included is a study of principles of creating appropriate learning environments for young children. Field experience required. Three hours per week. F
  
  • ECED 2015 - Early Childhood Curriculum

    3 credits


    A study of developmentally appropriate practices and the teacher’s role in supporting development of young children birth through age eight. An emphasis on curriculum planning including goals, environment, roles of teachers and parents, materials and settings. Field experience required. Three hours per week. (Prerequisite(s): ECED 1010, 2010 or department approval.) S
  
  • ECED 2020 - Infant/Toddler Development

    3 credits


    The study of the physical, cognitive, social and emotional aspects of young children and their application to the care, guidance and development of the child birth through age eight. Laboratory observation and interaction. Three hours per week. S
  
  • ECED 2030 - Infant and Toddler Care

    3 credits


    A course on the care and education of infants and toddlers ages birth to age three in group settings (i.e. child care centers, family child care homes, early Head Start. Includes rationales and strategies for supporting the whole child including cognitive, language, social emotional and physical development in a safe, responsive environment. Emphasis is on relationship-based care and education with special attention to the unique environmental aspects of programs for the child under three. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • ECED 2040 - Family Dynamics

    3 credits


    The role of the family and community in the physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth of the child in a diverse society. Includes benefits of and strategies for developing positive, reciprocal relationships with families in an early childhood setting birth through age eight. Field experience required. Three hours per week. S
  
  • ECED 2050 - Psychomotor Development

    3 credits


    This course discusses the major theories of psychomotor development and the application to the development of the young child birth through age eight. Particular emphasis is placed on the positive development of motor skills. Field experience required. Three hours per week. UD
  
  • ECED 2060 - Exceptional Child

    3 credits


    This course explores practices that early childhood professionals can apply to develop a more inclusive and accessible environment for all children birth through age eight. Provides students with skills to include children of all abilities through appropriate arrangement of the environment. Includes strategies for developing strong relationships with families and other community agencies. Field experience is required. Three hours per week. F
  
  • 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
 

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