CHAPTER 6
Department of Natural Sciences
Department of Learning Support
CORE CURRICULUM FOR TRANSFER PROGRAMS
General Education Core
Curriculum Courses, Areas A-E
Area F Courses for Specific
Programs of Study (A.A. & A.S.)
John H. Kohler, Acting Dean (A&S-210)
http://a-s.clayton.edu/
The primary objectives of the School of Arts and Sciences are (1) to prepare students to be outstanding teachers in middle level schools, (2) to provide student musicians with musical experiences to develop skills and knowledge needed as professional musicians or as non-professionals who enjoy working within a community of musicians, (3) to allow students to develop individualized programs of study through the Integrative Studies Program, (4) to provide course work in support of programs of study offered by other schools of the University, (5) to provide the first two years of study in a wide variety of majors offered at Clayton State and other colleges and universities, (6) to provide students with the sound background in general education they will need during their college experience and after graduation, and (7) to provide students with college preparatory instruction in certain basic skills areas .
All general education instruction in the School of Arts and Sciences addresses one or more outcomes and uses a variety of assessments to determine a student’s progress in developing the knowledge and abilities necessary to demonstrate that he or she has achieved the outcomes.
The School of Arts & Sciences is composed of the following departments and programs.
The School of Arts & Sciences also advises students in the following Integrative Studies curriculum plans:
Department of Humanities
Department of Natural Sciences
Department of Social Sciences
Larnell Flannagan, Coordinator for Middle Level Education
Dawn Owens, Coordinator for Educational Field Experiences
Office: TEC-109, 770-961-3578 (The Office of Teacher Education will move to the A&S
Building during the 2000-2001 academic year.)
http://a-s.clayton.edu/teachered/
The B.A. in Teacher Education is designed to lead to licensure/certification in Middle Childhood Education. Majors in this program will select concentrations from among the four areas of mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies to complement education components that are field-based. Faculty members from the departments of the School of Arts and Sciences teach the subject area courses. Practicing education professionals teach the field-based courses. Students may also take the first two years of study toward teacher certification in other teaching fields.
Introduction. The B.A. teacher education program has been developed through a collaborative partnership of classroom teachers, education experts, and Clayton State University faculty. The Clayton State University teacher education program is maintained in partnership with six county school systems in the University’s primary service area—Clayton, Fayette, Fulton, Henry, Rockdale, and Spalding. All on-site education experiences will be provided by these systems. The Middle Level Education Advisory Council serves as an external advisory group for teacher education.
Associate of Arts in Teacher Education. Students who plan to finish their teacher education programs at other institutions can complete the first two years at Clayton State University and earn an A.A. degree. Such students should follow the Area F listed below for the B.A.
Accreditation. Clayton State University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The Professional Education Unit is accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the Professional Standards Commission of the State of Georgia (PSC).
Professional Education Outcomes. B.A. students must satisfy the Professional Education Outcomes which have been specifically designed to produce graduates who are well prepared for teaching positions in middle level education. For the listing of outcomes, see the current Handbook for Students in the Middle Level Education Program.
ADMISSION TO THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM
Admission to the teacher education program is separate from and in addition to admission to the University. Enrollment in the Bachelor of Arts degree program in teacher education is limited, and students must meet the eligibility standards listed below to be considered for admission. The program will fill available slots with those eligible students who, in the judgment of the faculty,
are most likely to be successful. Since enrollment is limited, meeting the minimum requirements for admission eligibility does not guarantee admission to the program.
The upper division courses in Middle Level Education involve considerable on-site activity in authentic school settings, so students who enter the program must have daytime scheduling flexibility. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation and liability insurance, at their own expense. Students must execute a waiver of liability form.
Because courses are offered in sequence and are not available every semester, students must be willing to commit to full-time attendance in order to stay on track for graduation. Most junior/senior-level on-site education experiences will be scheduled in the morning hours. Subject content courses may be scheduled morning, afternoon, or evening, depending upon availability of facilities and faculty.
APPLICATION AND MINIMUM ADMISSION ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS
Criteria for Submission of Teacher Education Application
Students must meet the following criteria before submitting their applications for admission to the upper-division portion of program in teacher education. (More information about the application is available at general information sessions. Contact the Office of Teacher Education about the dates of these information sessions.)
1. Admission to Clayton State University. (Transfer students who meet the criteria below may simultaneously submit applications for the University and for teacher education program admission—two separate application forms.)
2. Completion of at least 45 semester hours of college credit.
3. Grades of A, B, C, or K in all applicable Area A-F courses.
4. An Institutional GPA of 2.50 is used to determine minimum eligibility for admission into the B.A. in Middle Level Education program. (See Institutional Grade Point Average in the Academic Information chapter of this catalog.)
5. A Program Grade Point Average of 2.50 based upon coursework applied to Areas A-F.
Eligibility to Begin Taking Upper-Division Courses in the Teacher Education Program.
1. Written notification of program acceptance. (Meeting minimum admission standards does not guarantee acceptance.)
2. Completion of all courses in Areas A-F of the Core Curriculum with grades of A, B, C, or K.
3. Maintenance of the 2.50 or better GPA standard as explained above.
NOTE: Students who fail to sustain the grade point average criteria, after notification of acceptance but before they actually begin taking courses in the teacher education program, will have their admission revoked. Upon written request, such students will be reconsidered when they again meet the eligibility criteria.
4. Teacher education writing assessment with at least a minimum writing profile (currently 555-555-4 on Clayton State University rating scale). Contact the Office of Teacher Education for information about the writing assessment.
5. Passing both the reading and writing portions of the Regents' Testing Program. (See the Graduation Requirements chapter of this catalog.)
6. Competence in oral communication and significant documented experience working with children. (This requirement is met by Core Curriculum course requirements at Clayton State University, equivalent transfer course experiences, career exploration activities, or other documented experiences.)
7. Minimum competence in microcomputer applications including keyboarding, word processing, and spreadsheets. Students proficient in the use of microcomputers may complete the self-evaluation form available in the Office of Teacher Education. Competence also may be documented by completion of an approved credit or non-credit course.
8. Attendance at a general information session and/or personal interview. (Contact the Office of Teacher Education for specific dates of information sessions.)
9. Completion of the Praxis I test. The Georgia Professional Standards Commission has adopted the following policy: "Students will be required to pass all sections (reading, writing, mathematics) of an academic skills test prior to entry into the preparation program for their initial educator certificate beginning July 1, 1997." The assessment is PRAXIS I: Academic Skills Assessment, developed and administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). Examinees will be allowed to choose either the Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST) version or the Computer-Based Academic Skills Assessment (CBT) version. Contact the Office of Teacher Education for further information. (Note: testing requirements will be updated in accordance with GPSC regulations.)
10. Signing of an affidavit to show compliance with Professional Standards Commission Standard II.A. (G10): "The education unit/program shall provide information to each candidate about professional ethical standards, background check, and clearance for certification and employment; and ensure that candidates admitted to the program are persons whose social and ethical behavior is acceptable as an educator." The affidavit form is provided upon formal notification of admission to the B.A. program.
11. A one page essay on why the candidate wants to teach.
12. A background check.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
1. Students who meet the criteria explained above should submit a teacher education application form and supporting documentation to the Clayton State University Office of Teacher Education. (Application forms are available from the Office of Teacher Education.)
2. Application deadlines for specific semesters of the Teacher Education program are posted in the Office of Teacher Education. (Each deadline period is called an admission cycle.)
a. All complete and eligible applications received by the published deadlines will be considered for the available positions in the program for the appropriate semester. (Complete applications must include all required documentation. The date that an application is completed is not a factor in the admission decision process for applications received by the deadline.)
b. Students not admitted during a given admission cycle and students who fall below minimum standards after notification of admission may, upon written request to the teacher education program, have their applications reconsidered during the next admission cycle. Reconsideration is not automatic; written request is required, and additional information may be submitted.
c. Students may submit their applications for Fall semester admission between September 1 and the third Friday in June. Any applications received after the June deadline, will be placed on a waiting list in the event a slot in the program becomes available.
3. Students selected for admission during each admission cycle will be notified in writing. The admission notice will indicate a date by which the student must formally accept or decline admission; students who fail to respond within the allotted time will have their admission offers revoked, and their spaces will be allotted to other eligible applicants. Students admitted into the B.A. program will be assigned to an advisor in education and in the primary area of concentration.
4. A maximum of 21 semester hours of upper division transfer credit may be applied to the B.A. in teacher education at Clayton State University. The following courses must be taken at Clayton State University: LART 3010, MATH 3010, SCI 3110, SOSC 3110, EDUC 3000, 3010, 3350, 4000, 4711, 4712, 4713, 4714, 4715, 4716. The teacher education program will evaluate equivalencies for other courses in the program. Every effort will be made to accept credit that is reasonably equivalent to Clayton State University courses. However, the University reserves the right to request additional documentation and/or to require specific site-based experiences or directed readings to validate credit and/or to meet certification requirements. Applicants will be notified in writing of such requirements.
PROGRAM WRITING REQUIREMENTS
The teacher education program places high emphasis on the ability of graduates to communicate effectively. Accordingly, these skills are assessed and monitored throughout the program, and academic support is provided.
As stipulated in the Application and Admission Eligibility Standards section, all students applying to enter the program are assessed on writing using the Clayton State University writing criteria. Students have two opportunities to complete this assessment successfully (minimum score 555-555-4 on Clayton State University rating scale). If a student's scores indicate a weakness in some area, provisional admission status may be granted.
Students will be reassessed in Language Arts (LART 3010) during the first semester of enrollment. This course assessment includes multiple writing tasks and will provide students with a writing profile with criterion-referenced feedback. If a student's writing profile for this course is below the required program writing level of 39 with no area below 5, the student will be required to take Writing Skills Laboratory II (WLAB 2999) during the next semester of enrollment in the teacher education program. This requirement for additional individualized help in writing will be in effect regardless of the student's grade in LART 3010 or other courses. Continuous enrollment in WLAB 2999 is required until the student has achieved the designated teacher education program writing profile as stated above. Through writing experiences in other teacher education courses and assistance in the Learning Center, the student's writing skills should continue to improve. Obtaining the required profile is a prerequisite for EDUC 4711 (fall semester of senior year internship).
PROGRAM PROGRESSION
In order to be placed in the senior year internship, which begins in August and follows the school calendar, students must have in place the following:
1. An Institutional GPA of 2.50 or higher.
2. Completion of each course in the program sequence with a grade of C or higher (or K).
3. Successful completion of the program writing profile.
4. Endorsement of the junior year internship by the Arts & Sciences faculty and the clinical faculty.
Note: Course overloads will not be permitted during enrollment in the full-time senior internship.
PROGRAM PROBATION AND SUSPENSION
General University policy on good standing and academic and disciplinary probation and suspension applies to the teacher education program (except that for teacher education the standard is 2.50 GPA, not 2.00). Due to the sensitive nature of working with children in authentic school settings, the following additional standard applies: Any faculty member or administrator of the University and/or a cooperating school system may immediately remove a student from an on-site setting if, in that person's professional judgment, the student has acted in an inappropriate manner involving children. The Coordinator for Educational Field Experiences and/or the Coordinator for Middle Level Education will investigate the case in an expeditious manner. The coordinator will issue a written ruling to the student with copies to the Dean of Arts and Sciences and the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Depending on the circumstances, the ruling may include exoneration, admonishment, probation, suspension of reasonable duration, or dismissal. Appeals may be initiated according to established University Academic Appeal policy.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
All general Clayton State University requirements for graduation with a baccalaureate degree apply. In addition, the B.A. in Teacher Education with a Major in Middle Level Education requires the following:
1. Grades of A, B, C, or K in all courses used to meet program requirements and a minimum 2.50 Institutional GPA.
2. Minimum of 55 hours in residence at Clayton State University, including the following courses: LART 3010, MATH 3010, SCI 3110, SOSC 3110, EDUC 3000, 3010, 3350, 4000, 4711, 4712, 4713, 4714, 4715, 4716.
3. Submission of a complete teacher education portfolio and exit portfolio assessment prepared in accordance with published guidelines to establish that the Professional Education Outcomes have been met.
4. Successful completion of the state-mandated test for middle childhood certification. Check with the Office of Teacher Education for details, dates, and costs.
5. Participation in examinations, surveys, and any other required activities administered for purposes of program evaluation and program exit.
TEACHER CERTIFICATION
In Georgia, to receive certification to teach, individuals must document having met criteria endorsed by the Professional Standards Commission. Application forms to apply for Georgia certification are available in the Office of Teacher Education. It is the applicant's responsibility to request the application and complete the submissions process. The application, a completed recommendation form, and official transcript from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted to the Professional Standards Commission in a single package.
Curriculum for Bachelor of Middle Level Education (B.A.)
Note:
A grade of C or better (or K) is required in all courses.ESSENTIAL SKILLS (Area A) 9 hours
A1. Composition (Take BOTH)
ENGL 1101 English Composition I (3-0-3)
ENGL 1102 English Composition II (3-0-3)
A2. Mathematics (Choose ONE)
MATH 1101 Introduction to Mathematical Modeling (3-0-3)*
MATH 1231 Introductory Statistics (3-0-3)**
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)**
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)**
MATH 1501 Calculus I (4-0-4)**
* MATH 1111, College Algebra, which is offered only by distance
learning, may be substituted.
** Students must have math placement scores beyond MATH 1101 to use these courses in Area
A. The extra hour in MATH 1501 will be excess credit for non-science major students.
CRITICAL THINKING AND COMMUNICATION (Area B)
(Includes foreign language and other options)
4-5 hoursB1. ALL students take this course:
CRIT 1101 Critical Thinking across the Curriculum (3-0-3)
B2. Take ONE or TWO of the following courses:
-- Students who take 10 hours in Area D must apply two hours to B2. This option will
apply to Teacher Education major students not emphasizing science.
-- Students who take 11 hours in Area D apply only one hour to B2. This option applies to
students who choose to take eight hours of science in Area D.
COMM 1001 Presentational Speaking (1-0-1)
(Students may exempt this course by demonstration of basic skill and then take COMM 1002, CPTG 1002, or CPTG 1010.)
COMM 1002 Presentation Applications (1-0-1)
(Completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 is prerequisite to COMM 1002.)
CPTG 1002 Introduction to Web-Page Development (0-2-1)
(Completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 is prerequisite to CPTG 1002.)
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)
(Completion of MATH 1101 or higher [or equivalent placement score] and completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 are prerequisite to this course. This course can be used in Area D when taken in conjunction with CPTG 1111.)
COMM 1110 Spoken Communication (3-0-3)
(A maximum of two hours can apply to Area B; the balance will be excess credit. COMM 1110 is not open to students registered for or with credit for COMM 1001 or 1002 except with permission of the Humanities department head. Students who need to apply this course to Area F should choose other options in Area B.)
Foreign Language Options:
The courses numbered 1999 are for students who have strong beginning skills but need review before entering intermediate-level courses. The 1002 courses are appropriate for students who took two years of high school language but lack confidence in their skill level. (A maximum of two hours of 1002 can apply to Area B; the balance will be excess credit.)
SPAN 1002 Elementary Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 1002 Elementary French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 1002 Elementary German II (3-0-3)*
SPAN 1999 Spanish Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
FREN 1999 French Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
GRMN 1999 German Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
HUMANITIES (Area C) 6 hours
C1. Literature/Philosophy (or intermediate foreign language) (Choose ONE)
ENGL 2111 World Literature I--Pre-Modern (3-0-3)
ENGL 2112 World Literature II--Modern World (3-0-3)
ENGL 2130 American Literature (3-0-3)
PHIL 2201 Introduction to World Philosophy (3-0-3)
SPAN 2001 Intermediate Spanish I (3-0-3)*
FREN 2001 Intermediate French I (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2001 Intermediate German I (3-0-3)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2002 Intermediate German II (3-0-3)*
C2. Fine Arts (or intermediate foreign language) (Choose ONE)
ART 2301 Art of the Pre-Modern World (3-0-3)
ART 2302 Art of the Modern World (3-0-3)
THEA 1100 Theater Appreciation (3-0-3)
MUSC 2101 Music Appreciation (3-0-3)
MUSC 2301 Introduction to World Music (3-0-3)
PHIL 2401 Introduction to Aesthetics (3-0-3)
SPAN 2001 Intermediate Spanish I (3-0-3)*
FREN 2001 Intermediate French I (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2001 Intermediate German I (3-0-3)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2002 Intermediate German II (3-0-3)*
* Language at the 1002-level or equivalent is prerequisite to 2001; 2001 or equivalent is prerequisite to 2002. Native speakers of a language may enroll in courses in that language only with permission of the Department of Humanities.
NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS (Area D) 10 hours
Note: The Area D listed here is the 10-hour version for students not majoring in the sciences or health sciences. Students taking 10 hours in Area D must take 2 hours in Area B2. Most students majoring in Teacher Education majors will choose this version of Area D. (Teacher Education majors may choose to take an 8-hour sequence in the principles courses designed for science majors.)
D1. Take ONE of the following science sequences:
a) SCI 1111 Integrated Science I (3-0-3)
SCI 1111L Integrated Science I Laboratory (0-2-1) }
(SCI 1111 and 1111L are corequisite.)
SCI 1112 Integrated Science II (3-0-3)
b) BIOL 1111 Introductory Biology I (3-0-3)
BIOL 1111L Introductory Biology Laboratory (0-2-1)
(BIOL 1111 and 1111L are corequisite.)
BIOL 1112 Introductory Biology II (3-0-3)
c) CHEM 1151 Survey of Chemistry I (3-0-3)
CHEM 1151L Survey of Chemistry Laboratory (0-2-1)
(CHEM 1151 and 1151L are corequisite.)
CHEM 1152 Survey of Chemistry II (3-0-3)
(CHEM 1152 has a lab, but it is only required for certain health science majors.)
d) PHYS 1111 Introductory Physics I (3-0-3)
PHYS 1111L Introductory Physics Laboratory (0-2-1)
(PHYS 1111 and 1111L are corequisite, and MATH 1101 or higher is prerequisite.)
PHYS 1112 Introductory Physics II (3-0-3)
(PHYS 1112 has a lab, but it is only required for certain life science majors.)
D2. Additional Science, Math, or Technology (Take one of the following MATH or SCI courses or the two CPTG courses.)
MATH 1231 Introductory Statistics (3-0-3)*
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)*
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)*
MATH 1501 Calculus I (4-0-4)**
MATH 2502 Calculus II (4-0-4)**
CPTG 1111 Introduction to Computing (1-2-2)#
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)#
SCI 1901 Selected Topics in Science (3-0-3)
(See the schedule of classes for specific topics including Astronomy, Botany, Extraordinary Chemistry, Health and Disease, Energy, Forensics, Sex and Gender, and Human Genetics.)
*MATH 1101 or higher (or equivalent placement score) is prerequisite.
**MATH 1113 is prerequisite to MATH 1501, which is, in turn, prerequisite to MATH 2502.
The extra hour will be excess credit.
#Both CPTG 1111 and 1010 must be taken to count in Area D.
SOCIAL SCIENCES (Area E) 12 hours
E1. History and Government (Take BOTH)
POLS 1101 American Government (3-0-3)
HIST 2110 A Thematic Survey of U.S. History to the Present (3-0-3)
E2. Behavioral Science (Choose ONE)
SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology (3-0-3)
PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology (3-0-3)
E3. Capstone Course (Choose ONE)
Prerequisite for both options: POLI 1101, HIST 2110, and (PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101)
SOSC 2501 Survey of Social Sciences and Contemporary Issues (3-0-3)
HIST 1110 Themes in World History (3-0-3)
REQUIRED 2000-LEVEL TEACHER EDUCATION CORE (AREA F)
A. Take the following courses: 9 hours
EDUC 2201 Introduction to Education (3-0-3)
EDUC 2202 Introduction to Exceptional Children and Youth (3-0-3)
PSYC 2103 Introduction to Human Development (3-0-3)
B. Courses appropriate to the teaching field 9 hours
1. Students planning to enroll in Clayton State University's Middle Level Education program must choose the following.
*If MATH 1231 was taken in Area A or D, take 3 courses in this category.
2. Students planning to transfer after the associate degree to complete baccalaureate degrees at other institutions should consult with their advisors and refer to the catalogs of receiving institutions as a guide for satisfying A.A. requirements in Area F.
Total for Freshman-Sophomore Years 60 hours
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES 6 hours
EDUC 3000 Teacher Education Seminar I (1-0-1)
Required both semesters of the junior year. EDUC 3000 is institutional credit only and does not count in total hours.
EDUC 4000 Teacher Education Seminar II (1-0-1)
Required the first semester of the senior year. EDUC 4000 is institutional credit only and does not count in total hours.
EDUC 3010 Cognitive, Social/Affective and Physical Aspects of the Middle Level Learner (3-0-3)
EDUC 3350 Instructional Strategies for Individual and Interdisciplinary Teaching (3-0-3)
TEACHING FIELDS 36 hours
Choose one major field, one minor teaching field, and two basic (non major-minor) teaching fields as follows:
1. Language Arts/Reading 6-15 hours
LART 3010 Communication In and Beyond the Disciplines (3-0-3)
LART 3120 Language Arts: Skills and Concepts (3-0-3)
ENGL 4114 Adolescent Literature (3-0-3)
ENGL 4011 Literary Theory (3-0-3)
ENGL 4012 The American Literary Experience (3-0-3)
ENGL 4113 Themes in World Literature (3-0-3)
2. Mathematics 6-15 hours
MATH 3010 Number Concepts and Relationships (3-1-3)
MATH 3020 Concepts of Algebra (3-1-3)
MATH 4010 Mathematical Problem Solving: Advanced Concepts (3-0-3)
MATH 3030 Concepts of Geometry (3-1-3)
MATH 4020 Concepts of Discrete Mathematics (3-0-3)
3. Science 6-15 hours
SCI 3110/3110L Integrated Science-Physical Science (2-0-2)/(0-2-1)
SCI 3120 Integrated Science-Earth Science (3-1-3)
SCI 3130/3130L Integrated Science- Life Science (2-0-2)/(0-2-1)
BIOL 3650 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Lab (0-6-3)
BIOL 4201 Genetics (3-0-3)
BIOL 4202/4202L Genetic Biotechnology (2-0-2)/(0-2-1)
CHEM 4110 Environmental Chemistry (3-0-3)
PHYS 4110 Conceptual Astronomy (3-0-3)
4. Social Studies 6-15 hours
HIST 3110 Georgia History and Government (3-0-3)
HIST 3500 Selected Topics in World History (3-0-3)
SOSC 3110 Themes in World Geography (3-0-3)
HIST 4250 History of World Religions (3-0-3)
SOSC 4501 Research Methods in the Social Sciences (3-0-3)
INTERNSHIP 18 hours
Note: EDUC 4711-4715 must be taken in sequence during the same school calendar year. 4711 is Fall Semester; 4712-4715 are Spring Semester.
EDUC 4711 Middle Level Internship I (1-6-3)
EDUC 4712 Middle Level Internship IIA (0-9-3)
EDUC 4713 Middle Level Internship IIB Grades 4-8 (0-9-3)
EDUC 4714 Middle Level Internship IIC Grades 4-8 (1-6-3)
EDUC 4715 Middle Level Internship IID Grades 4-8 (0-6-3)
EDUC 4716 Middle Level Internship IIE Grades 4-8 (0-6-3)
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Total for Program 120 hours
Department of
Music
Bachelor of Music (B.M.)
John W. Schuster-Craig, Department Head (A&S-110)
http://a-s.clayton.edu/music/, (770-961-3443)
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Music offers the Bachelor of Music and the Associate of Arts in Music. Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree may major in Composition or Performance. The Performance major includes emphases in Instrumental Performance, Vocal Performance, Early Music, and Keyboard Performance. All music majors have access to free tickets to performances and master classes in the University's highly regarded Spivey Hall. Majors also have opportunities to perform in the hall.
MUSIC BUSINESS OPTION
The Music Department is also responsible for advising students in the Music/Business track of the B.A. in Integrative Studies. Consult the New College for Economic and Community Development chapter of this catalog for details about the Integrative Studies major.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MUSIC MAJORS
Students who wish to major in music must audition for members of the music faculty. Entering students should also take a theory placement test. A candidacy examination must be passed before students may enroll in certain 4000-level music courses. Music students must take the official departmental writing assessment in the music history sequence. Students who fail to make a satisfactory score will be required to enroll in WLAB 2999 and remain enrolled each term until they have earned a grade of C.
To graduate with a B.M. degree, students must demonstrate proficiency in keyboard skills, in ear training, and in performance (including junior and senior recitals) and must attend performances and forums.
The Music Department Handbook should be consulted for details of these requirements.
Associate of Arts Degree. The Associate of Arts degree may be awarded upon completion of Areas A-F and fulfillment of other graduation requirements.
FACULTY
The Clayton State University music faculty includes specialists in the following areas:
Keyboard:
Piano: Dr. Michiko Otaki, Christi Muse-Zuniga*, Susan Miltenberger*
Organ: Richard Morris*
Harpsichord: Dr. Daniel Pyle*
Voice:
Dr. Cheryl Boyd-Waddell
Composition:
Dr. Brent Weaver
Choral Ensemble:
Dr. Shaun Amos
Brass Instruments:
Horn: Alan Brown*
Trumpet: Phil Elkins*
Trombone and Tuba: Brent Vokes*
Woodwind Instruments:
Flute: Kelly Bryant*
Recorder: Dr. Lyle Nordstrom
Oboe: Dr. William Graves
Clarinet: Ted Gurch*
Saxophone: Dr. William Graves
Bassoon: Dr. William Graves
Percussion:
Clark Harrell*
Strings:
Violin: Elizabeth Cox*
Viola: Elizabeth Derderian-Wood*
Violoncello: Nan Maddox*
Guitar: Dr. William Hearn*
Lute: Dr. Lyle Nordstrom
Theory/History/Music Appreciation:
Dr. Daniel Pyle*
Dr. John W. Schuster-Craig
Joel Williams*
Dr. Mary Lynn Badarak*
Jazz Band/Jazz Combos:
Stacey Houghton*
Staff Accompanist:
Christi Muse-Zuniga
*part-time faculty member
General
Education Core for Bachelor of Music (B.M.)
Composition and Performance Majors
ESSENTIAL SKILLS (Area A) 9 hours
A1. Composition (Take BOTH)
ENGL 1101 English Composition I (3-0-3)#
ENGL 1102 English Composition II (3-0-3)
A2. Mathematics (Choose ONE)
MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling (3-0-3)*
MATH 1231 Introductory Statistics (3-0-3)**
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)**
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)**
MATH 1501 Calculus I (4-0-4)**
* MATH 1111, College Algebra, which is offered only by distance learning, may be substituted.
** Students must have math placement scores beyond MATH 1101 to use these courses in Area A. The extra hour in MATH 1501 will be excess credit for most non-science major students.
# A grade of C or better (or K) is required in ENGL 1101.
CRITICAL THINKING AND COMMUNICATION (Area B)
(Includes foreign language and other options)
4-5 hoursB1. ALL students take this course:
CRIT 1101 Critical Thinking across the Curriculum (3-0-3)
B2. Take ONE or TWO of the following courses:
-- Students who take 10 hours in Area D must apply two hours to B2. This option will
apply to Music major students not emphasizing science.
-- Students who take 11 hours in Area D apply only one hour to B2. This option applies to
students who choose to take eight hours of science in Area D.
COMM 1001 Presentational Speaking (1-0-1)
(Students may exempt this course by demonstration of basic skill and then take COMM 1002, CPTG 1002, or CPTG 1010.)
COMM 1002 Presentation Applications (1-0-1)
(Completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 is prerequisite to COMM 1001.)
CPTG 1002 Introduction to Web-Page Development (0-2-1)
(Completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 is prerequisite to CPTG 1002.)
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)
(Completion of MATH 1101 or higher [or equivalent placement score] and completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 are prerequisite to this course. This course can be used in Area D when taken in conjunction with CPTG 1111.)
COMM 1110 Spoken Communication (3-0-3)
(A maximum of two hours can apply to Area B; the balance will be excess credit. COMM 1110 is not open to students registered for or with credit for COMM 1001 or 1002 except with permission of the Humanities department head. Students who need to apply this course to Area F should choose other options in Area B.)
Foreign Language Options:
The courses numbered 1999 are for students who have strong beginning skills but need review before entering intermediate-level courses. The 1002 courses are appropriate for students who took two years of high school language but lack confidence in their skill level. (A maximum of two hours of 1002 can apply to Area B; the balance will be excess credit.)
SPAN 1002 Elementary Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 1002 Elementary French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 1002 Elementary German II (3-0-3)*
SPAN 1999 Spanish Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
FREN 1999 French Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
GRMN 1999 German Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
HUMANITIES (Area C) 6 hours
C1. Literature/Philosophy (or intermediate foreign language) (Choose ONE)
ENGL 2111 World Literature I--Pre-Modern (3-0-3)
ENGL 2112 World Literature II--Modern World (3-0-3)
ENGL 2130 American Literature (3-0-3)
PHIL 2201 Introduction to World Philosophy (3-0-3)
SPAN 2001 Intermediate Spanish I (3-0-3)*
FREN 2001 Intermediate French I (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2001 Intermediate German I (3-0-3)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2002 Intermediate German II (3-0-3)*
C2. Fine Arts (or intermediate foreign language) (Choose ONE)
ART 2301 Art of the Pre-Modern World (3-0-3)
ART 2302 Art of the Modern World (3-0-3)
THEA 1100 Drama Appreciation (3-0-3)
MUSC 2101 Music Appreciation (3-0-3)
MUSC 2301 Introduction to World Music (3-0-3)
PHIL 2401 Introduction to Aesthetics (3-0-3)
SPAN 2001 Intermediate Spanish I (3-0-3)*
FREN 2001 Intermediate French I (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2001 Intermediate German I (3-0-3)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2002 Intermediate German II (3-0-3)*
* Language at the 1002-level or equivalent is prerequisite to 2001; 2001 or equivalent is prerequisite to 2002. Native speakers of a language may enroll in courses in that language only with permission of the Department of Humanities.
NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS (Area D) 10-11 hours
Note: The Area D listed here is the 10-hour version for students not majoring in the sciences or health sciences. Students taking 10 hours in Area D must take 2 hours in Area B2. Most students majoring in Music will choose this version of Area D. (Music majors may choose to take an 8-hour sequence in the principles courses designed for science majors.)
D1. Take ONE of the following science sequences:
a) SCI 1111 Integrated Science I (3-0-3)
SCI 1111L Integrated Science I Laboratory (0-2-1)
(SCI 1111 and 1111L are corequisite.)
SCI 1112 Integrated Science II (3-0-3)
b) BIOL 1111 Introductory Biology I (3-0-3)
BIOL 1111L Introductory Biology Laboratory (0-2-1)
(BIOL 1111 and 1111L are corequisite.)
BIOL 1112 Introductory Biology II (3-0-3)
c) CHEM 1151 Survey of Chemistry I (3-0-3)
CHEM 1151L Survey of Chemistry Laboratory (0-2-1)
(CHEM 1151 and 1151L are corequisite.)
CHEM 1152 Survey of Chemistry II (3-0-3)
(CHEM 1152 has a lab, but it is only required for certain health science majors.)
d) PHYS 1111 Introductory Physics I (3-0-3)
PHYS 1111L Introductory Physics Laboratory (0-2-1)
(PHYS 1111 and 1111L are corequisite, and MATH 1101 or higher is prerequisite.)
PHYS 1112 Introductory Physics II (3-0-3)
(PHYS 1112 has a lab, but it is only required for certain life science majors.)
D2. Additional Science, Math, or Technology (Take one of the following MATH or SCI courses or the two CPTG courses.)
MATH 1231 Introductory Statistics (3-0-3)*
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)*
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)*
MATH 1501 Calculus I (4-0-4)**
MATH 2502 Calculus II (4-0-4)**
CPTG 1111 Introduction to Computing (1-2-2)#
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)#
SCI 1901 Selected Topics in Science (3-0-3)
(See the schedule of classes for specific topics including Astronomy, Botany, Extraordinary Chemistry, Health and Disease, Energy, Forensics, Sex and Gender, and Human Genetics.)
* MATH 1101 or higher (or equivalent placement score) is prerequisite.
** MATH 1113 is prerequisite to MATH 1501, which is, in turn, prerequisite to MATH 2502.
The extra hour will be excess credit.
# Both CPTG 1111 and 1010 must be taken to count in Area D.
SOCIAL SCIENCES (Area E) 12 hours
E1. History and Government (Take BOTH)
POLS 1101 American Government (3-0-3)
HIST 2110 Themes in U.S. History (3-0-3)
E2. Behavioral Science (Choose ONE)
SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology (3-0-3)
PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology (3-0-3)
E3. Capstone Course (Choose ONE)
Prerequisite for both options: POLI 1101, HIST 2110, and (PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101)
SOSC 2501 Survey of Social Sciences and Contemporary Issues (3-0-3)
HIST 1110 Themes in World History (3-0-3)
________
Total Areas A-E 42 hours
COMPOSITION
Bachelor of Music (B.M.)
Important Note: Students in the Bachelor of Music degree in Composition must complete the General Education Core for Bachelor of Music (B.M.) as listed above for Areas A-E (42 semester credit hours). Area F and other program requirements are listed here.
REQUIRED LOWER DIVISION CORE FOR COMPOSITION (AREA F) 18 hours
MUSC 1011 Music Theory I (3-0-3)
MUSC 1012 Music Theory II (3-0-3)
MUSC 1111 Aural Skills I (0-2-1)
MUSC 1112 Aural Skills II (0-2-1)
MUSC 2400 Applied Music (0-1-1)*
Note: Repeat until 4 hours are earned in Area F.
MUSC 1710A-D Major Ensemble (0-3/5-1)
Note: Repeat until 4 hours are earned in Area F.
MUSC 1601 Composition I (0-2-1)
MUSC 1602 Composition II (0-2-1)
_______
Total for Freshman-Sophomore Years (A-F) 60 hours
MAJOR AREA REQUIREMENTS WHICH APPLY TO ALL B.M. COMPOSITION STUDENTS 52 hours
MUSC 0890 Recital Attendance (Each student
must complete six semesters with a grade of P.)
MUSC 2400 Applied Music (1-0-1)*
MUSC 4400 Applied Music (1-0-1)*
MUSC 1710A-D Major Ensemble (0-3/5-1)**
MUSC 3410A-D Major Ensemble (0-3/5-1)**
MUSC 2011 Music Theory III (3-0-3)
MUSC 2012 Music Theory IV (3-0-3)
MUSC 2111 Aural Skills III (0-2-1)
MUSC 2112 Aural Skills IV (0-2-1)
MUSC 2611 Music History I (3-0-3)
MUSC 3612 Music History II (3-0-3)
MUSC 3613 Music History III (3-0-3)
MUSC 3220 Introduction to Music Technology (3-0-3)
MUSC 3820 Improvisation (0-2-1)
MUSC 2600 Composition III (0-1-2)***
MUSC 4600 Composition IV (0-1-2)***
MUSC 3070 Counterpoint (3-0-3)
MUSC 3970 Form and Analysis (3-0-3)
MUSC 3080 Scoring and Arranging (3-0-3)
MUSC 3430 Conducting (1-2-2)
* Each student must complete total of eight semester hours of MUSC 2400 and/or 4400 in
Area F and major combined.
** Each student must complete four semester hours of MUSC 1710 and/or 3410 in addition to
Area F.
*** Each student must complete 12 hours of MUSC 2600 and/or MUSC 4600.
COURSE OPTIONS 9 hours
Choose TWO of the following courses:
MUSC 4170 Advanced Counterpoint (2-0-2)
MUSC 4180 Advanced Scoring and Arranging (2-0-2)
MUSC 4190 Advanced Analysis (2-0-2)
Choose FIVE credit hours from the following:
MUSC 3210 Performance Practice (3-0-3)
MUSC 4190 Advanced Analysis (2-0-2)
MUSC 4160 Music Business (3-0-3)
MUSC 4170 Advanced Counterpoint (2-0-2)
MUSC 4180 Advanced Scoring and Arranging (2-0-2)
MUSC 4430 Advanced Conducting (2-0-2)
FREE ELECTIVES
(may be music or non-music courses)
3 hoursNote: Must take MUSC 2301, Introduction to World Music, if not taken in Area C2.
_______
Total for Junior-Senior Years 64 hours
Total for Program 124 hours
PERFORMANCE
Bachelor of Music (B.M.)
Important Note: Students in the Bachelor of Music degree in Composition must complete Areas A-E of the General Education Core for Bachelor of Music (B.M.) as listed above (42 semester credit hours). (Note: MUSC 2301, Introduction to World Music, must be taken as an elective if not taken in Area C2.) Area F and other program requirements are listed here.
Required Lower Division Core for Performance
(Area F) 18 hours
MUSC 1011 Music Theory I (3-0-3)
MUSC 1012 Music Theory II (3-0-3)
MUSC 1111 Aural Skills I (0-2-1)
MUSC 1112 Aural Skills II (0-2-1)
MUSC 2500 Applied Music (0-1-2)
Note: Repeat until 6 hours are earned.
MUSC 1710A-D Major Ensemble (0-3/5-1)
Note: Repeat until 4 hours are earned.
_______
Total for Freshman-Sophomore Years 60 hours
MAJOR AREA REQUIREMENTS WHICH APPLY TO ALL B.M. PERFORMANCE STUDENTS 41 hours
MUSC 0890 Recital Attendance (Each student
must complete six semesters with a grade of P)
MUSC 2500 Applied Music (0-1-2)*
MUSC 4500 Applied Music (0-1-2)*
MUSC 1710A-D Major Ensembles (0-3/5-1)**
MUSC 3410A-D Major Ensembles (0-3/5-1)**
MUSC 3510 Chamber Ensembles (0-3-1)***
MUSC 3520 Camerata (0-3-1)***
MUSC 3530 Opera Production (0-3-1)***
MUSC 3540 Musical Theater (0-3-1)***
MUSC 3550 Accompanying (0-3-1)***
MUSC 3560 Chamber Choir (0-3-1)***
MUSC 2011 Music Theory III (3-0-3)
MUSC 2012 Music Theory IV (3-0-3)
MUSC 2111 Aural Skills III (0-2-1)
MUSC 2112 Aural Skills IV (0-2-1)
MUSC 2611 Music History I (3-0-3)
MUSC 3612 Music History II (3-0-3)
MUSC 3613 Music History III (3-0-3)
MUSC 3220 Introduction to Music Technology (3-0-3)
MUSC 3820 Improvisation (0-2-1)
MUSC 3430 Conducting (1-2-2)
* Each student must complete ten hours of MUSC 2500 and/or 4500 in
addition to Area F.
** Each student must complete four hours of MUSC 1710 and/or 3410 in addition to Area F.
*** Each student must complete four semesters chosen from MUSC 3510, 3520, 3530, 3540,
3550, 3560.
COURSE OPTIONS 8 hours
Choose ONE of the following courses:
MUSC 3070 Counterpoint (3-0-3)
MUSC 3970 Form and Analysis (3-0-3)
Choose FIVE credit hours from the following:
MUSC 3070 Counterpoint (3-0-3)
MUSC 3080 Scoring and Arranging (3-0-3)
MUSC 3210 Performance Practice (3-0-3)
MUSC 3970 Form and Analysis (3-0-3)
MUSC 4160 Music Business (3-0-3)
MUSC 4170 Advanced Counterpoint (2-0-2)
MUSC 4180 Advanced Scoring and Arranging (2-0-2)
MUSC 4430 Advanced Conducting (2-0-2)
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS BY PERFORMANCE AREA
(Select ONE Area for 12 hours) 12 hours
Vocal Performance (12 hours)
MUSC 1761 Diction I (0-2-1)
MUSC 2762 Diction II (0-2-1)
MUSC 2763 Diction III (0-2-1)
MUSC 3711 Vocal Literature I (2-0-2)
MUSC 3712 Vocal Literature II (2-0-2)
MUSC 4700 Vocal Pedagogy (3-0-3)
MUSC electives (2 hours)
Piano Performance (12 hours)
MUSC 2250 Keyboard Harmony for Keyboard Majors (2-0-2)
MUSC 3730 Piano Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC 4710 Piano Pedagogy (3-0-3)
MUSC electives (4 hours)
Organ Performance (12 hours)
MUSC 2250 Keyboard Harmony for Keyboard Majors (2-0-2)
MUSC 3780 Organ Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC Electives (7 hours)
Orchestral Instruments, Guitar (12 hours)
Choose TWO of the following plus electives:
MUSC 3760 Orchestral Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC 3770 Chamber Music Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC 3790 Guitar Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC electives (6 hours)
Early Music Performance (12 hours)
MUSC 3740 Early Music Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC electives (9 hours)
FREE ELECTIVES
(may be music or non-music courses) 3 hours
_______
Total for Junior-Senior Years 64 hours
Total for Program 124 hours
William A. Pasch, Department Head (A&S-210) 770-961-3499
Full-time Faculty:
Barnett, Corse, Daughtry, Durden, Goldberg, Jackson, Legge, Martin, Pasch, Sellers, Spence, Swofford.The Department of Humanities offers instruction in humanities, languages, literature, philosophy, and the fine and performing arts. The department offers courses fulfilling requirements in Areas A, B, and C of the Core Curriculum as well as major-concentration courses leading to the Associate of Arts degree in the transfer programs for Art, English, French, German, Integrative Studies, Journalism/Mass Communication, Philosophy, Spanish, Speech, and Theater. Upper division Humanities courses serve baccalaureate programs in Music, Teacher Education, Integrative Studies, and other fields. (Please refer to the section below for curriculum outlines of the transfer programs administered by the Department of Humanities.)
The department is also responsible for advising students in selected baccalaureate curriculum plans in Integrative Studies as follows:
B.A. in Integrative Studies with concentrations in
Consult the New College for Economic and Community Development chapter of this catalog for details about the Integrative Studies major. Upper-division Humanities courses that may be appropriate for Integrative Studies are listed here. (These courses are not necessarily offered every year.)
ART 3101 The Visual Arts and Society
ART 3401 American Art Visions
COMM 3110 Interactive Communication
COMM 3320 Communication with Families
ENGL 3101 Literature and Society
ENGL 3901 Writing for Digital Media
ENGL 4011 Literary Theory
ENGL 4012 The American Literary Experience
ENGL 4113 Themes in World Literature
ENGL 4114 Adolescent Literature
HUMN 3101 The Humanities , the Arts, and Society
HUMN 3102 International Arts and Culture
JOUR 3011/3012 Journalism/Mass Communication Workshop
PHIL 3101 Philosophy and Society
PHIL 3301 Ethics in Historical and Contemporary Perspective
THEA 3101 Theater, Cinema, and Society
John G. Campbell, Department Head (A&S-210) 770-961-3568
Full-time Faculty: Braun, Brown, Carpenter, Fisher, Halyard, Hampikian, Hornbuckle, Pridmore.
The Department of Natural Sciences delivers instruction in biology, chemistry, physics, and science. The department offers courses fulfilling the requirements of Area D of the Core Curriculum as well as major-concentration courses leading to the Associate of Science degree. Transfer programs and pre-professional curricula are offered in the following fields: Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Dentistry (pre-), Engineering, Forestry, Geology, Medicine (pre-), Pharmacy (pre-), Physics, and Veterinary Medicine (pre-). Upper division courses are offered to support the baccalaureate program in Teacher Education and may apply to other programs as general electives. (Please refer to the section below for curriculum outlines of the transfer programs administered by the Department of Natural Sciences.)
The department is also responsible for advising students in selected Bachelor of Science curriculum plans in Integrative Studies as follows:
B.S. in Integrative Studies with concentrations in
Consult the New College for Economic and Community Development chapter of this catalog for details about the Integrative Studies major. Upper-division science courses that may be appropriate for Integrative Studies are listed here. (These courses are not necessarily offered every year.)
BIOL 3650 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
BIOL 4201 Genetics
BIOL 4202/4202L Genetic Biotechnology
CHEM 4110 Environmental Chemistry
CHEM 4202 Biochemistry
PHYS 4110 Conceptual Astronomy
SCI 3222 Internship and/or Cooperative Education
Note: A B.S. in Applied Biology is pending approval. Implementation is anticipated for Fall 2000. Contact the Department of Natural Sciences for up-to-date information.
Department of MathematicsCatherine C. Aust, Department Head (A&S-210) 770-961-3468
Full-time Faculty: Al-Hasan, Borchelt, Hunt, Nash, Robinson, Stephens, Underwood.
The department of Mathematics offers instruction in mathematics, computer science, and computing. The department offers courses fulfilling requirements in Areas A, B and D of the Core Curriculum as well as major-concentration courses leading to the Associate of Science and Associate of Arts degrees in the transfer programs for Computer Science and Mathematics, respectively. Upper division courses are offered to support the baccalaureate program in Teacher Education and may apply to other programs as general electives. Mathematics-specific software is required in almost all mathematics courses. (Please refer to the section below for curriculum outlines of the transfer programs administered by the Department of Mathematics.)
John H. Kohler, Department Head (A&S-110) 770-961-3642
Full-time Faculty: Arnold, Bolander, Demmitt, Fisher, Harrison, Hatfield, Manning, McCarty, Rice, Stillion, Tenore, Trachtenberg, Welborn.
The Department of Social Sciences delivers instruction in disciplines focused on the systematic study of society, past and present, including history, political science, psychology, and sociology. The department offers courses fulfilling the requirements of Area E of the Core Curriculum as well as major-concentration courses leading to the Associate of Arts degree in Transfer Programs in Criminal Justice, History, Law, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology. Upper division courses support baccalaureate programs in Integrative Studies and Teacher Education and may serve other programs as general electives. (Please refer to the section below for curriculum outlines of the transfer programs administered by the Department of Social Sciences.)
The department is also responsible for advising students in selected baccalaureate curriculum plans in Integrative Studies as follows:
B.A. and B.S. in Integrative Studies with concentrations in
Consult the New College for Economic and Community Development chapter of this catalog for details about the Integrative Studies major. Upper-division Social Sciences courses that may be appropriate for Integrative Studies are listed here. (These courses are not necessarily offered every year.)
CRJU 3100 Criminology
HIST 3110 Georgia History and Government
HIST 3330 Business and Economic History
HIST 3500 Selected Topics in World History
HIST 4250 History of World Religions
HMSV 3010 Introduction to Human Services
HMSV 3501 Organization and Administration of Human Service Agencies
HMSV 4201 Fund Raising in the Not-for-Profit Sector
INTL 3800 Study Abroad (countries vary)
INTL 3900 Special Topics in International Studies
POLS 3320 Public Policy
POLS 4111 Comparative Political & Economic Systems
POLS 4121 Asian Political & Economic Systems
PSYC 3350 Abnormal Psychology
SOSC 4501 Research Methods in the Social Sciences
SOSC 4800 Selected Topics in Social Sciences
SOSC 4900 Independent Study in Social Sciences
SOCI 3310 Race and Ethenicity
Department of Learning Support
F. Richard Reynolds, Department Head (LIB-122) 770-961-3470
Full-time Faculty: Capell, Garrison, Ludley, Miller, Neal, Walkup.
The Department of Learning Support offers developmental regents remediation and learning assistance courses and strategies for academic success. This department is designed to provide opportunities for beginning freshmen and others who need additional academic preparation in writing, reading, oral communication, mathematics, personal development, and study skills.
Please refer to the Academic Information chapter of this catalog for specific information regarding the policies and requirements for Learning Support students.
CORE CURRICULUM FOR TRANSFER PROGRAMS
INTRODUCTION
Clayton State University offers the first sixty credit hours of study (freshman and sophomore years) in a wide variety of majors for which Clayton State University does not currently offer baccalaureate degrees. In most of these fields, the program of study approved by the University System of Georgia guarantees that students who complete Areas A-F of the core curriculum in a given major at Clayton State University will be able to apply all courses to that major at any other state university in Georgia.
Students who complete Areas A-F in a program of study and who fulfill all graduation requirements specified in this catalog will be awarded an Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) degree.
It is important to be aware that an A.A. or A.S. with a major (program of study) in a given field does not prepare the graduate for employment in that field. A.A. and A.S. degrees are intended only to prepare students to complete the baccalaureate degree in the field.
Students who complete the core curriculum (or Areas thereof) at Clayton State University are guaranteed that all courses will apply toward graduation in the same major at
any other institution of the University System of Georgia. Students who have difficulty with transfer acceptance of core courses within the System should contact the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs (Transfer Ombudsman) in ADM-28, 770-961-3538.
Students who plan to complete their baccalaureate degrees outside the University System of Georgia should consult the academic catalogs of the institutions they plan to attend in order to determine which courses to take at Clayton State University during their freshman and sophomore years.
Pre-Professional Fields: For some pre-professional fields such as law or medicine that require post-graduate study, no particular undergraduate major is required; in such cases, students are advised by an Integrative Studies faculty member unless another major has been specifically declared.
Integrative Studies Option: Students who are interested in some transfer programs listed below may find that the Clayton State University bachelor’s degree program in Integrative Studies will serve their career needs and allow them to remain at Clayton State University for their junior and senior years. See the New College chapter of this catalog or consult an Integrative Studies advisor (A&S-110) for further information.
GENERAL
EDUCATION CORE CURRICULUM COURSES
AREAS A-E
The general education core curriculum is composed of five parts, identified as Areas A-E:
Area A: Composition and Mathematics (Essential Skills)
Area B: Critical Thinking and Communication Skills (Institutional Option)
Area C: Humanities
Area D: Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Area E: Social Sciences
The general education core is designed to be as "major-free" as possible, and Areas C and E are the same for all majors. Areas A and D, on the other hand, vary because some programs of study have more intensive natural science and/or mathematics requirements. The number of hours taken in Area D will affect Area B. For some majors, certain course choices in Areas A-E may be recommended even if not absolutely required. Please pay careful attention to the requirements and recommendations noted for the program you choose.
Students who have not yet decided on a major need to be aware that their eventual choice may affect what courses are appropriate for Areas A and D. If an undecided student is considering choosing a science- and/or math-intensive major, he or she should take the appropriate courses in Areas A and D. The Counseling and Career Services office (STU 223) is equipped to help students select appropriate majors.
The courses in the General Education Core Curriculum are as follows (prerequisites and corequisites are found in the course description chapter of this catalog.):
ESSENTIAL SKILLS (Area A) 9 hours
A1. Composition (Take BOTH)
ENGL 1101 English Composition I (3-0-3)##
ENGL 1102 English Composition II (3-0-3)
A2. Mathematics (Choose ONE)#
MATH 1101 Mathematical Modeling (3-0-3)*
MATH 1231 Introductory Statistics (3-0-3)**
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)**
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)**
MATH 1501 Calculus I (4-0-4)**
* MATH 1111, College Algebra, which is offered only by distance learning, may be substituted.
** Students must have math placement scores beyond MATH 1101 to use these courses in
Area A. The extra hour in MATH 1501 will be excess credit for most non-science major
students.
# Consult the Area F listing for specific majors to determine whether MATH higher than
1101 is required or recommended.
## A grade of C or better (or K) is required in ENGL 1101.
CRITICAL THINKING AND COMMUNICATION (Area B)
(Includes foreign language and other options)
4-5 hoursB1. ALL students take this course:
CRIT 1101 Critical Thinking across the Curriculum (3-0-3)
B2. Take ONE or TWO of the following courses:
-- Students who take 10 hours in Area D must apply two hours to B2. This option will apply to non-science major students not emphasizing science.
-- Students who take 11 hours in Area D apply only one hour to B2. This option applies to students who choose to take eight hours of science in Area D.
COMM 1001 Presentational Speaking (1-0-1)
(Students may exempt this course by demonstration of basic skill and then take COMM 1002, CPTG 1002, or CPTG 1010.)
COMM 1002 Presentation Applications (1-0-1)
(Completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 is prerequisite to COMM 1001.)
CPTG 1002 Introduction to Web-Page Development (0-2-1)
(Completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 is prerequisite to CPTG 1002.)
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)
(Completion of MATH 1101 or higher [or equivalent placement score] and completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 are prerequisite to this course. This course can be used in Area D when taken in conjunction with CPTG 1111.)
COMM 1110 Spoken Communication (3-0-3)
(A maximum of two hours can apply to Area B; the balance will be excess credit. COMM 1110 is not open to students registered for or with credit for COMM 1001 or 1002 except with permission of the Humanities department head. Students who need to apply this course to Area F should choose other options in Area B.)
Foreign Language Options:
The courses numbered 1999 are for students who have strong beginning skills but need review before entering intermediate-level courses. The 1002 courses are appropriate for students who took two years of high school language but lack confidence in their skill level. (A maximum of two hours of 1002 can apply to Area B; the balance will be excess credit.)
SPAN 1002 Elementary Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 1002 Elementary French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 1002 Elementary German II (3-0-3)*
SPAN 1999 Spanish Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
FREN 1999 French Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
GRMN 1999 German Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
HUMANITIES (Area C) 6 hours
C1. Literature/Philosophy (or intermediate foreign language) (Choose ONE)
ENGL 2111 World Literature I--Pre-Modern (3-0-3)
ENGL 2112 World Literature II--Modern World (3-0-3)
ENGL 2130 American Literature (3-0-3)
PHIL 2201 Introduction to World Philosophy (3-0-3)
SPAN 2001 Intermediate Spanish I (3-0-3)*
FREN 2001 Intermediate French I (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2001 Intermediate German I (3-0-3)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2002 Intermediate German II (3-0-3)*
C2. Fine Arts (or intermediate foreign language) (Choose ONE)
ART 2301 Art of the Pre-Modern World (3-0-3)
ART 2302 Art of the Modern World (3-0-3)
THEA 1100 Theater Appreciation (3-0-3)
MUSC 2101 Music Appreciation (3-0-3)
MUSC 2301 Introduction to World Music (3-0-3)
PHIL 2401 Introduction to Aesthetics (3-0-3)
SPAN 2001 Intermediate Spanish I (3-0-3)*
FREN 2001 Intermediate French I (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2001 Intermediate German I (3-0-3)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French II (3-0-3)*
GRMN 2002 Intermediate German II (3-0-3)*
* Language at the 1002-level or equivalent is prerequisite to 2001; 2001 or equivalent is prerequisite to 2002. Native speakers of a language may enroll in courses in that language only with permission of the Department of Humanities.
NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS FOR MAJORS OTHER THAN NATURAL SCIENCE OR NURSING (Area D) 10 hours
Note: The Area D listed here is the 10-hour version for students NOT majoring in the sciences or health sciences. (The listing for science majors is under the next heading.) Students taking 10 hours in Area D must take 2 hours in Area B2. Most students majoring in non-science majors will choose this version of Area D. (Non-science majors may choose to take an 8-hour sequence in the principles courses designed for science majors. See below.)
D1. Take ONE of the following science sequences:
a) SCI 1111 Integrated Science I (3-0-3)
SCI 1111L Integrated Science I Laboratory (0-2-1)
(SCI 1111 and 1111L are corequisite.)
SCI 1112 Integrated Science II (3-0-3)
b) BIOL 1111 Introductory Biology I (3-0-3)
BIOL 1111L Introductory Biology Laboratory (0-2-1)
(BIOL 1111 and 1111L are corequisite.)
BIOL 1112 Introductory Biology II (3-0-3)
c) CHEM 1151 Survey of Chemistry I (3-0-3)
CHEM 1151L Survey of Chemistry Laboratory (0-2-1)
(CHEM 1151 and 1151L are corequisite.)
CHEM 1152 Survey of Chemistry II (3-0-3)
(CHEM 1152 has a lab, but it is only required for certain health science majors.)
d) PHYS 1111 Introductory Physics I (3-0-3)
PHYS 1111L Introductory Physics Laboratory (0-2-1)
(PHYS 1111 and 1111L are corequisite, and MATH 1101 or higher is prerequisite.)
PHYS 1112 Introductory Physics II (3-0-3)
(PHYS 1112 has a lab, but it is only required for certain life science majors.)
D2. Additional Science, Math, or Technology (Take one of the following MATH or SCI courses or the two CPTG courses.)
MATH 1231 Introductory Statistics (3-0-3)*
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)*
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)*
MATH 1501 Calculus I (4-0-4)**
MATH 2502 Calculus II (4-0-4)**
CPTG 1111 Introduction to Computing (1-2-2)#
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)#
SCI 1901 Selected Topics in Science (3-0-3)
(See the schedule of classes for specific topics including Astronomy, Botany, Extraordinary Chemistry, Health and Disease, Energy, Forensics, Sex and Gender, and Human Genetics.)
* MATH 1101 or higher (or equivalent placement score) is prerequisite.
** MATH 1113 is prerequisite to MATH 1501, which is, in turn, prerequisite to MATH 2502.
The extra hour will be excess credit. Only three hours apply to Area D, but some majors
may apply the extra hour to Area F.
# Both CPTG 1111 and 1010 must be taken to count in Area D.
NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS FOR NATURAL SCIENCE-RELATED MAJORS (AREA D) 11 hours
NOTE:
This version of Area D applies to the fields listed here. Students should make their Area D choices in conjunction with area requirements: Agriculture/Environmental SciencesBiological Sciences
Chemistry
Engineering and Engineering Technology
Forestry
Geology
Pharmacy
Physics
Science Education (secondary)
Medical Pre-Professionals (Pre-Medicine, Pre-Dental, Pre-Veterinary)
D1. Laboratory Science (Choose TWO courses; a sequence is not required.)
BIOL 1107/1107L Principles of Biology I (3-0-3)/(0-3-1)
BIOL 1108/1108L Principles of Biology II (3-0-3)/(0-3-1)
CHEM 1211/1211L Principles of Chemistry I (3-0-3)/(0-3-1)
CHEM 1212/1212L Principles of Chemistry II (3-0-3)/(0-3-1)
PHYS 2211/2211L Principles of Physics I (3-0-3)/(0-3-1)*
PHYS 2212/2212L Principles of Physics II (3-0-3)/(0-3-1)*
*Most life science majors allow the Introductory Physics sequence (1111/1111L – 1112/1112L) in their Area F requirements.
D2. Additional Science, Math, or Technology (Take one of the following MATH or SCI courses or the two CPTG courses.)
MATH 1231 Introductory Statistics (3-0-3)
MATH 1241 Survey of Calculus (3-0-3)
MATH 1113 Precalculus (3-0-3)
MATH 1501 Calculus I (4-0-4)*
MATH 2502 Calculus II (4-0-4)*
CPTG 1111 Introduction to Computing (1-2-2)**
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets(1-0-1) **
SCI 1901 Selected Topics in Science (3-0-3)
(See the schedule of classes for specific topics including Astronomy, Botany, Extraordinary Chemistry, Health and Disease, Energy, Forensics, Sex and Gender, and Human Genetics.)
* Qualified students whose majors do not require calculus may elect to take MATH 1501 or MATH 2502, but the extra one hour of credit will not normally count toward the minimum needed for graduation.
** Both CPTG 1010 and CPTG 1111 must be taken if used in Area D.
SOCIAL SCIENCES (Area E) 12 hours
E1. History and Government (Take BOTH)
POLS 1101 American Government (3-0-3)
HIST 2110 Themes in U.S. History (3-0-3)
E2. Behavioral Science (Choose ONE)
SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology (3-0-3)
PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology (3-0-3)
E3. Capstone Course (Choose ONE)
Prerequisite for both options: POLI 1101, HIST 2110, and (PSYC 1101 or SOCI 1101)
SOSC 2501 Survey of Social Sciences and Contemporary Issues (3-0-3)
HIST 1110 Themes in World History (3-0-3)
TRANSFER OF COURSES IN AREAS A-F
Clayton State University normally encourages students to complete the A.A. or A.S. degree prior to transferring, but courses in Areas A-F are guaranteed to transfer and apply toward graduation requirements at all University System of Georgia institutions even if the student does not complete the associate degree or the core curriculum at Clayton State University. The following considerations apply:
Area A: Student must have completed the level of mathematics specified for his or her major.
Areas B-C: No restrictions by major except for number of hours.
Area D: Student must have completed the level of science courses specified for his or her major. (NOTE: non-science majors may elect a sequence from Area D1 for science.)
Area E: No restrictions by major.
Area F: Transferability and application toward graduation are only guaranteed for courses listed in the specific major.
Notes: (1) In some Area F programs, students take courses in the specific fields (e.g., mathematics or history). In other programs (such as forestry or agriculture), the Area F may be composed of foundation courses in related disciplines with no courses in the specific field itself. (2) There are a few University System of Georgia Area F programs that require courses that Clayton State University does not offer (e.g., geography). In these cases, students are usually advised to transfer without earning an associate degree. However, students in these fields who wish to receive an A.A. or A.S. from Clayton State University may choose a related field, including, in some cases, Integrative Studies. Please contact the head of the advising department for additional information. (Students who encounter difficulty with acceptance of transfer courses should contact the Transfer Ombudsperson, Associate V.P.A.A., 770-961-3538.)