The founding, growth, and development of the Uni¬ted States from the colonial era through 1877.

TA survey of social, economic, and political developments in the United States since 1877.

The internal development of the United States and the role of the U.S. in world affairs since World War II.

The nature of archaeology and archaeological investigation. Archaeological site survey and excavation procedures are presented along with the history of archaeology as a discipline. A survey of prehistoric development from the Paleolithic through the rise of civilization is also included.

The nature of culture, personality, and social organizations. Emphasis is on the customs of pre-lite¬rature people.

This course examines the major categories of mental disorders. Diagnostic criteria, treatment methods, cultural factors, public attitudes, community resources, ethical issues and legislation applicable to individuals with mental disorders are studied. The impacts of mental disorders on individuals, families and society are discussed.

The nature of human behavior as a dynamic developmental phenomenon. While the emphasis is psychological, an understanding of the physical aspects of development and their social implications is included. Observation and written analysis of principles of lear¬ning involved in human development are re¬quired. The course meets teacher certification requirements in the area of psychological foundations.

Development of the skills of observation, recording, reporting, interviewing, and counseling. These skills are presented in the context of general counseling theory.

The nature of international relations, the causes of leading international problems, foreign policies of world powers, international political organizations, and the origins of war in the International arena.

The Social Environment is an interdisciplinary course that emphasizes the cultural, political, and global dimensions of societies. Its main objective is to promote knowledge of contemporary and historical for¬ces that shape our social environment and engage students in a life-long process of inquiry and decision-making.

This is an interdisciplinary course that emphasizes understanding of oneself as a unique individual who, as a part of a global community, is responsible for decisions affecting his/her psychological, social, environmental, and physical well-being. Main themes include personality and self, society and culture, development and the life cycle, and the maintenance of physical and psychological health.

This course uses an interdisciplinary approach to examine the complex interactions among ethnicity, race, gender, age, and class as well as other ways in which we differ as they pertain to shaping personal identity and to affecting skills that will allow them to interact more effectively with diverse populations, age groups, and lifestyles and to think through and value human diversity. This course has an overriding principle based on the concept of human rights.

Emphasizes an awareness of the problems of a person's relationship to others, and the known laws and generalizations about the action patterns of individuals and groups. Effort is made to develop an aware¬ness of the techniques of effective interpersonal relations.

The American Constitution and its development, the organization and functions of the national government, political parties and the electoral process, and the relationship of the individual to the federal government.

IThis is an applied psychology course, which emphasizes the understanding of the principles of effective human behavior and their application to the areas of personal awareness, interpersonal relations, communication, and work/career development.

This course will examine psychological, medical, pharmacological, legal, economic, and sociological aspects of addiction to and use of various chemicals. This course will take an in-depth look at narcotics sedatives, and stimulants including alcohol, cocaine, heroin, cannabis, caffeine, and tobacco.

Blends classic material with the most recent developments in psychological theory. Provides an understanding of human behavior as a natural phenomenon subject to scientific study.

This course will help students to facilitate the transition from high school to college/university physics. The course will emphasize problem-solving techniques. Topics may include units of measure, particle mechanics, conservation laws, and basic field concepts. Prerequisite: MAC1105. (3 hr. lecture)

Combines knowledge of psychology and sociology, in an interdisciplinary approach to the study of human interaction. Main themes deal with nature of attitudes, how attitudes may be changed, the processes of interaction and the nature of group structures.

Emphasizes the interrelationships between the biological, socio-psychological and cultural aspects of human sexuality. Among the topics covered are, the bio-psycho0-social states of development, sexual arou¬sal, the historical basis of Western sexual values and behavior, sex laws, the Kinsey-Masters-Johnson reports and sexuality in the arts.

AA survey of the history and functions of social welfare institutions and the needs they are assigned to meet in American society. Includes study of the role of social workers in meeting societal needs.

A scientific study of society, with emphasis on the structure of that society, the role of the individual as a group member, and the implications of social change.

An analysis of the major contemporary and recurring social problems, emphasizing scientific search for variables involved and exploring alternative solutions.

The family as a social institution–its origin and development, its forms and functions, its interrelation with other social institutions, and its role in contemporary civilization.  Areas of study include factors contributing to or acting against successful, stable marriage.

World civilizations from the prehistoric period to the 18th century, with emphasis on cultural history.

An introduction to the basic principles of physics. PHY 2053 covers mechanics, sound and thermodynamics. PHY 2054 includes electricity, magnetism and optics. Prerequisite: PHY 2053; Co-requisite: PHY 2054L. Special fee. (3 hr. lecture)

This three credit course is intended for students that have been placed on Academic Warning. It is designed to help students be more successful academically by focusing on performance in a learning environment. this will include social, cultural, psychological and academic aspects of the individual and the role they play in the learning environment. (3 hr. lecture)

For students who have not decided, are having difficulty deciding, or need clarification in making a career choice. A format for a systematic investigation for career and life planning is included. It is concerned with “who you are,” “where are you going,” “how to get there,” and “what’s out there that fits you.” Special fee. (1-6 hr. lecture)

This one credit course is intended for students that place into one college preparatory course. It offers students an introduction to college life and self-discovery leading toward a successful career path. Also, it exposes students to methods and techniques for mastering learning skills. This course will have a mathematics module designated for students that place into a college preparatory mathematics or algebra course. (1 hr. lecture)

This three credit course is designed to assist students in the development and achievement of their academic, vocational and personal goals. The course objectives are organized into four units: I Foundations for Success; II The Learning Environment; III Planning for Academic and Vocational Success and IV Understanding Mathematics for Classroom Success. Academic involvement is an integral part of this course and success is determined by attendance, participation, written assignments, tests and project presentations. (3 hr. lecture)