INTRODUCTION
Teacher Education program
INTEGRATIVE STUDIES
Department of Music
Department of Natural Sciences
Department of Social Sciences
Department of Humanities
Department of Mathematics
Department of Learning Support
CORE CURRICULUM FOR TRANSFER PROGRAMS
General Education Core Curriculum Courses, Areas A-E
John H. Kohler, Dean
(A&S-210), 770-961-3420
http://a-s.clayton.edu/
The School of Arts & Sciences is composed of the following units:
A primary objective of the School of Arts and Sciences is to offer interdisciplinary baccalaureate programs in Teacher Education and Integrative Studies as well as baccalaureate degree programs in four departments: Music, Humanities, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences. The specific programs are as follows:
In addition, the School of Arts and Sciences has four other primary objectives:
All 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.
Bachelor of Arts in Middle Level Education (B.A.)
Larnell Flannagan, Coordinator for Middle Level Education
Dawn Owens, Field Supervisor
Thomas Jennings, Field Supervisor
(A&S-205), 770-961-3578, http://a-s.clayton.edu/teacheredu/
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.
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.
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 transfer option in Area F listed below for the B.A.
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, junior-senior 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
(See heading below for application procedures.)
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 the 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.)
Eligibility to Begin Taking Upper Division Courses in the Teacher Education Program
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
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’ writing skills will be reassessed in Language Arts (LART 3120) 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) concurrently with LART 3120. This requirement for additional individualized help in writing will be in effect regardless of the student's grade in LART 3120 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 Center for Learning Enhancement, 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 calendars of the six partnership school districts, students must have in place the following:
Note: Course overloads will not be permitted during enrollment in the full-time senior internship.
PROGRAM PROBATION AND SUSPENSION
General University policies on good standing and academic and disciplinary probation and suspension apply to the teacher education program (except that for teacher education the standard is a 2.50 cumulative Program GPA on all attempts of courses taken to meet program requirements rather than the 2.00 Institutional GPA). 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:
NOTE: Successful completion of all required sections of PRAXIS II is necessary in order to be certified to teach in the state of Georgia. However, students are not required to take and pass all sections of Praxis II as a graduation requirement.
TEACHER CERTIFICATION
In Georgia, to receive certification to teach, individuals must document having met criteria endorsed by the Professional Standards Commission, including successful completion of PRAXIS II. 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.
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) - 4-5 hours (Includes foreign language and other options)
B1. ALL students take this course:
CRIT 1101 Critical Thinking across the Curriculum (3-0-3)
B2. Take ONE or TWO of the following courses:
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)*
SPAN 1999 Spanish Review and Transition (1-0-1)*
FREN 1999 French 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)*
SPAN 2002 Intermediate Spanish II (3-0-3)*
FREN 2002 Intermediate French 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)
* 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: (Biology is recommended because it best prepares students for the PRAXIS II examination. Students choosing Natural Sciences as their primary teaching area must take the biology sequence.)
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 (3 hours)
MATH 1221 Finite Mathematics (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 2502 Calculus II (4-0-4)**
CPTG 1111 Introduction to Computing (1-2-2)#
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)#
CSCI 1301 Computer Science I (3-0-3)
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. Additional Course (Choose ONE)
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.
a) Mathematics 1231 required if not taken in Areas A or D.
b) Two courses to support the primary and secondary areas of concentration, or three courses if Math 1231 taken in Area A or D. The following courses are recommended.
Courses should be approved by the Teacher Education advisor.
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. Students planning to transfer to programs in Secondary Mathematics Education or Secondary Science Education must take MATH 1113 or 1501 in Area A.
Total for Freshman-Sophomore Years - 60 hours
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES - 6 hours
EDUC 3000 Teacher Education Seminar I (1-0-1)
Fall and Spring of Junior year.
EDUC 3000 is institutional credit only and does not count in total hours.
EDUC 4000 Teacher Education Seminar II (1-0-1)
Fall of 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)
Fall of Junior year.
EDUC 3350 Instructional Strategies for Individual and Interdisciplinary Teaching (3-0-3)
Spring of Junior year.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS - 6 hours
LART 3010 Teaching Reading in the Content Areas (3-0-3)
EDUC 3020 Instructional Technology for Teachers (3-0-3)
COMMON CORE - 12 hours
LART 3120 Language Arts: Skills and Concepts (3-0-3)
MATH 3010 Number Concepts and Relationships (3-1-3)
SCI 3110/3110L Integrated Science-Physical Science I (2-0-2)/(0-2-1)
HIST 3110 Georgia History and Government (3-0-3)
TEACHING FIELDS - 18 hours
Choose one major field and one minor teaching field as follows:
1. Language Arts/Reading - 0-12 hours
A. Students with a major or minor teaching field in language arts must take the following courses.
ENGL 4114 Adolescent Literature (3-0-3)
ENGL 3210 Advanced Grammar (3-0-3)
B. Students with a major teaching field in language arts must take the following additional courses.
ENGL 4012 The American Literary Experience (3-0-3)
or
ENGL 4113 Themes in World Literature (3-0-3)
and
ENGL 4011 Literary Theory (3-0-3)
2. Mathematics - 0-12 hours
A. Students with a major or minor teaching field in mathematics must take the following courses.
MATH 3020 Concepts of Algebra (3-1-3)
MATH 4010 Mathematical Problem Solving: Advanced Concepts (3-0-3)
B. Students with a major teaching field in mathematics must take the following additional courses.
MATH 3030 Concepts of Geometry (3-1-3)
MATH 4020 Concepts of Discrete Mathematics (3-0-3)
3. Science - 0-12 hours
A. Students with a major or minor teaching field in science must take the following courses.
SCI 3120 Integrated Science-Physical Science II (3-1-3)
PHYS 4110 Conceptual Astronomy (3-0-3)
B. Students with a major teaching field in science must take the following additional courses.
BIOL 3500 Ecology (3-0-3)
BIOL 3650/3650L Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (2-0-2)/(0-2-1)
4. Social Studies - 0-12 hours
A. Students with a major or minor teaching field in social studies must take the following courses.
SOSC 3110 Themes in World Geography (3-0-3)
HIST 3500 Selected Topics in World History (3-0-3)
B. Students with a major teaching field in social studies must take the following additional courses.
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)
Total for Program - 120 hours
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Associate of Arts (A.A.) and Associate of Science (A.S.)
Thomas V. Barnett, Program Coordinator
(A&S-105-I), 770-960-2100
Program Description: The Integrative Studies program provides the opportunity for a student to work with an advisor to design a curriculum that meets the student’s career and educational needs. This flexibility enables students to develop academic programs that meet the ever-changing requirements of the world of work. A bachelor’s degree in Integrative Studies can also be designed to prepare students for graduate school in certain disciplines and professions. The associate degree can be earned upon the completion of Areas A-F. (If the majority of upper division and/or Area F courses earned in the degree program are from the humanities and social sciences, the degree will be an A.A. or a B.A.; otherwise, the degree will be an A.S. or a B.S.)
The Integrative Studies program requires students to develop and focus their programs of study with special seminars and internships. Students are encouraged to take some of their courses from other universities through cross registration in the Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education (A.R.C.H.E.).
Student Advisement and Upper Division Program Admission: All students choosing the Integrative Studies program must consult an Integrative Studies advisor; self-advising is not allowed. Individual programs of study for the baccalaureate degree must be approved by the program coordinator (based on the advisor’s recommendation). Some curriculum plans have been pre-approved as tracks, but the student still must contact an advisor to confirm the program. (See the section below for information about tracks.)
In order to be admitted to the upper division level of the Integrative Studies program and participate in seminars and internships, a student must have an institutional grade point average of at least 2.50. For additional details, consult an Integrative Studies advisor in A&S 105-I (770-960-2100).
Integrative Studies Curriculum Pre-Approved Plans: In addition to customized plans, several pre-approved plans are available for Integrative Studies students who have particular career or educational plans in mind. These focused plans are coordinated by the appropriate department of the School of Arts & Sciences as indicated:
American Humanics Certification: Clayton State University is affiliated with American Humanics, Inc., an alliance of colleges, universities, and nonprofit institutions that prepares undergraduates for careers in nonprofit agency management with youth and human service organizations. The vision of American Humanics is to be "the nation's preferred source of entry-level youth and human service nonprofit professionals." Integrative Studies students can earn American Humanics certification by completing certain specified courses and other activities. American Humanics certification is available in several majors but is especially well suited to Integrative Studies. (Students majoring in Psychology and Human Services, Management, Marketing, Accounting, General Business, Administrative Management, Allied Health Administration, Health Care Management, and other majors can also add American Humanics certification to their majors.)
Students who already hold a bachelor's degree can also earn post-baccalaureate American Humanics Certification by taking specified courses and completing other requirements. For additional information, contact the American Humanics coordinator at 770-961-3470.
(A.A. or A.S. based on completion of Areas A-F)
ENGL 1101 English Composition I (3-0-3)*
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)#
* A grade of C or better (or K) is required in ENGL 1101.
** 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.
ENGL 2111 World Literature I -- Pre-Modern (3-0-3)
ENGL 2112 World Literature II -- Modern World (3-0-3)
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 Integrative Studies will choose this version of Area D. However, certain science-related Integrative Studies majors must take an 8-hour sequence in the principles courses designed for science emphasis. See an advisor.)
D1. Take ONE of the following science sequences:
HIST 2110 Themes in U.S. History (3-0-3)
COURSES RELATED TO THE MAJOR (AREA F) - 18 hours
Note: This Area F conforms to University System of Georgia guidelines for General/Interdisciplinary Studies. It must be followed by students who are seeking an A.A. or A.S. in Integrative Studies. However, students seeking a B.A. or B.S. in Integrative Studies at Clayton State University may apply an Area F from other majors if approved as part of the individual degree plan. Professional Science students should see an advisor for a description of their Area F.
F1. Humanities (3-9 hours)
Any 1000- or 2000-level courses with the following prefixes*: ART, COMM, ENGL, FREN, MUSC, PHIL, SPAN, THEA.
F2. Social Sciences (3-9 hours)
Any 1000- or 2000-level courses with the following prefixes*: ECON, EDUC, HIST, POLS, PSYC, SOCI.
F3. Natural Sciences and Mathematics (0-6 hours)
Any 1000- or 2000-level MATH courses numbered 1113 or higher not already applied to Areas A or D and/or any 1000- or 2000-level BIOL, CHEM, PHYS, or other science courses not already applied to Area D.*
F4. Courses related to career and academic goals (0-12 hours)
Courses from the Area F of any major.* Study abroad is encouraged. Courses in this category must be chosen in consultation with the faculty advisor. All prerequisites apply.
* Except 1001-level foreign language in the language used to meet CPC requirements and except courses at a lower level in the same science that the student applied to the Area D lab science sequence. Courses from closely related prefixes may be applied for transfer or transient courses if approved by the advisor. A maximum of six hours of JOUR 1011/1012 may be used.
JUNIOR - SENIOR YEARS
1. Integrative Studies Seminars (take both) - 6 hours
INTE 3500, Integrative Studies Seminar I -- The Culture of the World of Work (3-0-3). This course is to be taken in the junior year and requires full or provisional admission to upper division status. It is the program’s assessment site for communication and critical thinking skills. Students who do not pass the writing assessment must enroll in WLAB 2999 and remain enrolled each term until they receive a grade of C or better.
INTE 4500, Integrative Studies Seminar II -- Capstone (3-0-3). This course is normally taken during the student’s final term of enrollment. A culminating project is required.
2. Integrative Studies Practicum/Internship - 3-9 hours
INTE 3901, Integrative Studies Practicum/Internship (0-9-3). This course is normally taken in a term between the two Integrative Seminars. 150 clock hours per semester in the work setting may be required. Three credit hours are required; the course may be repeated and applied to category 3 below if approved as part of the individual course of study. See Chapter 4, Academic Information, for internship regulations.
3. Courses appropriate to the student’s career and academic goals - 45-51 hours
Courses may be drawn from any field but must be in the student’s approved program of study. See the heading above entitled Integrative Studies Curriculum Pre-Approved Plans for information about special emphasis. In addition, see the listings below for the departments of Humanities, Music, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences. NOTE: The B.A./B.S. degree requires a minimum of 42 hours of upper division credit; therefore, no more than 18 lower division hours may be applied to this category.
Total for Junior-Senior Years - 60 hours
Total for B.A./B.S. - 120 hours
Note on Grades: A grade of C or better is required in all INTE courses. No more than 6 hours of D grades can be counted in category 3 of the junior-senior years.
Note on Residency Requirement: The normal University residency requirement of 30 hours applies with the following exceptions: (1) all INTE courses must be taken in residence at Clayton State University; (2) there is no restriction regarding school of the major; and (3) up to 9 hours of Cross-Registration in the Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education, study abroad, or distance learning may be counted as in-residence if the courses are approved in advance as part of the student’s Integrative Studies program of study.
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Bachelor of Music (B.M.)
Department Head
(MUS-205), 770-961-3443, http://a-s.clayton.edu/music/
Full-time Faculty: Amos, Foster, Graves, and Otaki.
The Department of Music offers the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Music with majors in Composition or Performance. The Performance major includes emphases in Instrumental Performance, Vocal Performance, 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. In addition to a highly qualified full-time faculty, Clayton State University employs outstanding musicians from metropolitan Atlanta as part-time faculty in various specialty fields.
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 section above on Integrative Studies for details about this interdisciplinary major.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MUSIC MAJORS
Students who wish to major in music must audition for members of the music faculty. Audition dates are available from the office of the Department of Music. 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.A. or B.M. degree, students must demonstrate proficiency in keyboard skills, in ear training, and in performance (including junior and senior recitals for the B.M. degree) and must attend performances and forums. The B.A. degree requires successful completion of the music capstone.
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.
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) #
# 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.
(Completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 is prerequisite to COMM 1001.)
THEA 1100 Drama Appreciation (3-0-3)
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:
Total Areas A-E - 42 hours
MAJOR - MUSIC
Important Note: Students in the Bachelor of Arts degree must complete the General Education Core for Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) as listed above for Areas A-E (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 (AREA F) - 18 hours
MUSC 1001 Introduction to Music Theory (3-0-3)
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 1710A-D Major Ensemble (0-3/5-1)
Note: Students should take four semesters (4 hours) of major ensemble in Area F
MUSC 2500 Applied Music (0-1-2)*
Note: Students should take three semesters (6 hours) of applied music in Area F.
Total for Freshman-Sophomore Years (A-F) - 60 hours
MAJOR AREA REQUIREMENTS - 25 hours
MUSC 0890 Recital Attendance (0 credits)
Note: Students should successfully complete four semesters of MUSC 0890.
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 3410, 3510, 3530, 3540, 3550, 3560
Note: Students should take two additional semesters (2 credits) of ensemble beyond Area F.
MUSC 2500 Applied Music (0-1-2)
Note: Students should at least one additional semester (2 credits) of applied music beyond Area F.
MUSC 4990 Music Capstone (0 credits)**
* One semester of MUSC 3510, Chamber Ensembles (Jazz Combo), may be substituted for MUSC 3820.
** Students who have previously taken MUSC 3890 (Junior Recital) or MUSC 4890 (Senior Recital) may substitute one of these for MUSC 4990.
MUSC ELECTIVES - 7 hours
Students should choose at least seven (7) credit hours from the following in consultation with their advisor:
MUSC 2250 Keyboard Harmony for Keyboard Majors (2-0-2)
MUSC2911-2912 Jazz Theory I-II (2-0-2)
MUSC 3070 Counterpoint (3-0-3)
MUSC 3080 Scoring and Arranging (3-0-3)
MUSC 3410 Major Ensembles (0-3/5-1)
MUSC 3430 Conducting (1-2-2)
MUSC 3500 Applied Music (0-1-2)
MUSC 3510 Chamber Ensembles (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 3711-3712 Vocal Literature I-II (2-0-2)
MUSC 3730 Piano Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC 3750 Choral Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC 3760 Orchestral Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC 3770 Chamber Music Literature (3-0-3
MUSC 3780 Organ Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC 3790 Guitar Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC 3970 Form and Analysis (3-0-3)
MUSC 4160 Music Business (3-0-3)
FREE ELECTIVES - 28 hours
Students must complete at least 120 semester credit hours. Students may choose, in consultation with their advisor, music or non-music courses for the elective component of the degree, provided that (1) at least 39 total credit hours, and at least 21 MUSC hours, are at the 3000-or 4000- level (2) at least 9 credit hours, beyond those in Areas A-E are in non-MUSC courses. The following are strongly recommended.
ART 3101 The Visual Arts and Society (3-0-3)
ART 3401 American Art Visions (3-0-3)
ENGL 3101 Literature and Society (3-0-3)
ENGL 4011 Literary World (3-0-3)
HUMN 3101 The Humanities, the Arts, and Society (3-0-3)
HUMN 3102 International Arts and Culture (3-0-3)
THEA 3101bTheater, Cinema, and Society (3-0-3)
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). (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 COMPOSITION (AREA F) - 18 hours
MUSC 1001 Introduction to Music (3-0-3)
MUSC 1601 Composition I (0-2-1)
MUSC 1602 Composition II (0-2-1)
Note: Repeat until 4 hours are earned in Area F.
MUSC 2400 Applied Music (0-1-1)*
MAJOR AREA REQUIREMENTS WHICH APPLY TO ALL B.M. COMPOSITION STUDENTS - 56 hours
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 2600 Composition III (0-1-2)***
MUSC 4600 Composition IV (0-1-2)***
MUSC 4170 Advanced Counterpoint (2-0-2)
MUSC 4180 Advanced Scoring and Arranging (2-0-2)
* 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 - 5 hours
Choose FIVE credit hours from the following:
MUSC 2911-2912 Jazz Theory I-II (2-0-2)
MUSC 4430 Advanced Conducting (2-0-2)
FREE ELECTIVES - 3 hours
May be music or non-music courses
Total for Junior-Senior Years - 64 hours
Total for Program - 124 hours
Important Note: Students in the Bachelor of Music degree in Performance 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
Note: Repeat until 6 hours are earned.
Note: Repeat until 4 hours are earned.
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 S.)
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)***
* 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:
ADVANCED SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS BY PERFORMANCE AREA - 12 hours (Select ONE Area for 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 3811 Piano Literature I (2-0-2)
MUSC 3812 Piano Literature II (2-0-2)
MUSC 4710 Piano Pedagogy (3-0-3)
MUSC electives (3 hours)
Organ Performance (12 hours)
MUSC Electives (7 hours)
Orchestral Instruments, Guitar (12 hours)
Choose TWO of the following plus electives:
MUSC 3770 Chamber Music Literature (3-0-3)
MUSC electives (6 hours)
John G. Campbell, Department Head
(A&S-210), 770-961-3568, http://a-s.clayton.edu/science/
Full-time Faculty: Banke, Braun, Burnett, Cauthen, Furlong, Hampikian, Hornbuckle, Kodani, Krivosheev, Terapane.
The Department of Natural Sciences delivers instruction in biology, chemistry, physics, and science and is responsible for the following programs and courses:
This section details the curriculum for the B.S. in Applied Biology. Information about Integrative Studies tracks advised by the Department of Natural Sciences is available in the section above on the Integrative Studies Program. The transfer programs administered by the Department of Natural Sciences are detailed below in the section on Core Curriculum for Transfer Programs.
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Applied Biology has been designed in consultation with Georgia employers to fit present and emerging needs in the State of Georgia. The program features an emphasis on careers in Bioregulatory Affairs/Science Management, Biomedical Applications, and Biotechnology/ Biocomputing. In addition, students can choose appropriate electives to prepare for graduate work in the biological sciences and related fields.
Applied Biology is also an appropriate major for students planning to apply to professional school in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or physical therapy.
Curriculum for Bachelor of Applied Biology (B.S.)
** MATH 1113 has prerequisites of MATH 1101 (Mathematical Modeling) or MATH 1111 (College Algebra) and MATH 1112 (Trigonometry) or completion of a high school course in trigonometry. MATH 1501, Calculus I (4-0-4), may be taken in place of Precalculus if the student is prepared.
CRITICAL THINKING AND COMMUNICATION (Area B) - 4 hours (Includes foreign language and other options)
B2. Take ONE of the following courses:
(Completion of MATH 1101 or higher [or equivalent placement score] and completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 are prerequisite to this course.)
NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS (Area D) - 11 hours
D1. Take the following science sequence:
CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I (3-0-3)
CHEM 1211L Principles of Chemistry Laboratory I (0-3-1)
(CHEM 1211 and 1211L are corequisites.)
CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II (3-0-3)
CHEM 1212L Principles of Chemistry Laboratory II (0-3-1)
(CHEM 1212 and 1212L are corequisites.)
D2. Additional Science, Math, or Technology (Take the following course.)
E2. Behavioral Science (Choose ONE)*
* PSYC 1101 is required for students selecting the forensic science emphasis area to meet the prerequisite for the required upper division course, PSYC 3350, Abnormal Psychology.
OTHER PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (Area F) - 18 hours
F1. Biology (Take the following courses.)
BIOL 1107 Principles of Biology I (3-0-3)
BIOL 1107L Principles of Biology Laboratory I (0-3-1)
(BIOL 1107 and 1107L are corequisites.)
BIOL 1108 Principles of Biology II (3-0-3)
BIOL 1108L Principles of Biology Laboratory II (0-3-1)
(BIOL 1108 and 1108L are corequisites.)
BIOL 2500 Botany (2-0-2)
F2. Organic Chemistry (Take the following courses.)
CHEM 2411 Organic Chemistry I (3-0-3)
CHEM 2411L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (0-3-1)
(CHEM 2411 and 2411L are corequisites.)
CHEM 2412 Organic Chemistry II (3-0-3)
CHEM 2412L Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (0-3-1)
(CHEM 2412 and 2412L are corequisites.)
APPLIED BIOLOGY CORE REQUIREMENTS - 42 hours
BIOL 3100 Biocomputing (3-0-3)
BIOL 3200 Cell Biology (3-0-3)
BIOL 3250 Introductory Microbiology (3-0-3)
BIOL 3250L Introductory Microbiology Laboratory (0-3-1)
(BIOL 3250 and 3250L are corequisites.)
BIOL 3400 Biobusiness and Regulatory Affairs (2-0-2)
BIOL 3650 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy (2-0-2)
(BIOL 3650 and 3650L are corequisites.)
BIOL 3601L Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy Laboratory (0-2-1)
BIOL 4201 Genetics (3-0-3)
BIOL 4202 Genetic Biotechnology (2-0-2)
BIOL 4202L Genetic Biotechnology Laboratory (0-4-2)
(BIOL 4202 and 4202L are corequisites.)
CHEM 4110 Environmental Chemistry (3-0-3)
CHEM 4202 Biochemistry (3-0-3)
ENGL 3900 Professional and Technical Writing (3-0-3)
PHYS 1111 Introductory Physics I (3-0-3)
PHYS 1111L Introductory Physics Laboratory I (0-2-1)
(PHYS 1111 and 1111L are corequisites.)
PHYS 1112L Introductory Physics Laboratory II (0-2-1)
(PHYS 1112 and 1112L are corequisites.)
APPLIED BIOLOGY RESEARCH PRACTICUM & SEMINAR - 5 hours
BIOL 3222 Internship and/or Cooperative Education (3-0-3)*
BIOL 4222 Applied Biology Research Practicum (3-0-3)*
BIOL 4500 Applied Biology Seminar (2-0-2)
* Consult an advisor to determine which of these two courses best fits the student’s academic needs
APPLIED BIOLOGY EMPHASIS AREAS - 15 to 15 hours
Students must choose ONE of the following emphasis areas:
A student whose career goals are better suited by a mixture of the courses contained within the emphasis areas may choose to build an alternative emphasis in consultation with his or her advisor.
Bioregulatory Affairs/Science Management - 15 hours
BUSA 3111 Survey of Economics (3-0-3)
BUSA 3370 Business Law (3-0-3)
HCMG 3112 Introduction to Allied Health Administration (2-0-2)
HCMG 3112L Introduction to Allied Health Administration Lab (0-2-1)
(HCMG 3112 and 3112L are corequisites.)
HSCI 3520 Legal Issues in Health Care (3-0-3)
MGMT 3101 Principles of Management (3-0-3)
Biomedical Applications - 14 hours
BIOL 1151 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (3-0-3)
BIOL 1151L Human Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory (0-2-1)
(BIOL 1151 and 1151L are corequisites.)
BIOL 1152 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (3-0-3)
BIOL 1152L Human Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory (0-2-1)
(BIOL 1152 and 1152L are corequisites.)
PHYS 3650 Modern Physics (3-0-3)
Biotechnology/Biocomputing - 13 hours
CHEM 4204 Criminalistics (3-0-3)
CSCI 1302 Computer Science II (4-0-4)
Pre-Veterinary Medicine - 14 hours
(BIOL 1151 and BIOL 1151L are corequisites)
(BIOL 1152 and BIOL 1152L are corequisites)
HSCI 4330 Nutrition (3-0-3)
Forensic Science - 15 hours
CRUJ 1150 Introduction to Criminal Justice (3-0-3)
CRUJ 3100 Criminology (3-0-3)
PSYC 3350 Abnormal Psychology (3-0-3)*
* PSYC 1101, Introduction to Psychology, must be selected in Area E to meet the prerequisite for PSYC 3350, Abnormal Psychology.
Eugene A. Hatfield, Department Head
(A&S-110), 770-961-3463, http://a-s.clayton.edu/socsci/
Full-time Faculty: Arnold, Deering, Demmitt, Harrison, Kemp, Kohler, McCarty, Rice, Rosenberg, Stillion, 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 is responsible for the following programs and courses:
This section details the curriculum for the B.S. in Psychology and Human Services. Information about Integrative Studies tracks advised by the Department of Social Sciences is available in the section above on the Integrative Studies Program. The transfer programs administered by the Department of Social Sciences are detailed below in the section on Core Curriculum for Transfer Programs.
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree program in Psychology and Human Services is firmly grounded in the discipline of psychology while at the same time stressing realistic career opportunities in human services fields for graduates. The curriculum design allows students to integrate the disciplines of psychology, sociology, social services, youth services, health care, nonprofit management, multicultural studies, education, and business into an academic and experiential program that will prepare them for vocations in diverse areas of the helping professions. The curriculum capitalizes on Clayton State University’s information technology expertise to insure that students will graduate with highly marketable computer skills. The major can also prepare students for graduate work in psychology, community counseling, social work, and related fields.
American Humanics Certification: Clayton State University is affiliated with American Humanics, Inc., an alliance of colleges, universities, and nonprofit institutions that prepares undergraduates for careers in nonprofit agency management with youth and human service organizations. Psychology and Human Services majors are encouraged to earn American Humanics certification by completing internships and other activities as specified. Consult with a Psychology and Human Services advisor or the American Humanics program director for additional information.
Curriculum for Bachelor of Psychology and Human Services (B.S.)
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)***
*** 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.
# MATH 1231, Introductory Statistics, is recommended in Area A for qualified students. Otherwise, it is recommended in Area D or F.
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. Students taking 10 hours in Area D must take 2 hours in Area B2. Most students majoring in Psychology and Human Services will choose this version of Area D; however, they may choose to take an 8-hour sequence in the principles courses designed for science majors.
D2. Additional Science, Math, or Technology (3 hours) (SCI 1901 is recommended.)
** 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.
E2. Behavioral Science
E3. Additional Course (Choose one. SOSC 2501 is recommended.)
MAJOR-RELATED CORE CURRICULUM (Area F) - 18 hours
F1. Take the following courses:
PSYC 2101 Psychology of Adjustment (3-0-3)
SOCI 2293 Introduction to Marriage & the Family (3-0-3)
F2. Take two of the following courses (MATH 1231 is recommended unless taken in Area A or D.):
MATH 1231 Introduction to Statistics (3-0-3)
HIST 2265 Minorities in American History (3-0-3)
Any lower division philosophy (PHIL) course.
Any foreign language numbered 1002, 2001, or 2002.
REQUIRED UPPER DIVISION PSYCHOLOGY COURSES - 12 hours
PSYC 3110 Applied Psychology (3-0-3)
PSYC 3120 Introduction to Therapeutic Intervention (3-0-3)
PSYC 3130 Social Psychology (3-0-3)
PSYC 3350 Abnormal Psychology (3-0-3)
PSYCHOLOGY ELECTIVES - 12-15 hours
Choose 4-5 courses*
PSYC 3510 Psychological Testing and Measurement (2-2-3)
PSYC 3520 Theories of Personality (3-0-3)
PSYC 3530 Health Psychology (3-0-3)
PSYC 4110 Psychology of Gender and Sexuality (3-0-3)
PSYC 4120 Physiological Psychology (3-0-3)
PSYC 4130 Introduction to Cognitive Psychology (3-0-3)
PSYC 4800 Selected Topics in Psychology (3-0-3)
PSYC 4900 Directed Readings in Psychology (3-0-3)
* Students planning to pursue a graduate degree in psychology should consult with their advisors and consider selecting the maximum number of courses from this group.
REQUIRED HUMAN SERVICES, COMMUNICATION AND RESEARCH COURSES - 12 hours
COMM 3110 Interactive Communications (3-0-3)
HMSV 3010 Introduction to Human Services (3-0-3)
HMSV 3501 Organization & Administration of Human Service Agencies (3-0-3)
Experiential Learning: INTERNSHIP/PRACTICUM - 3-6 hours
Internship/practicum placements must be approved by the program advisor and the Director of Experiential Learning. Students seeking American Humanics, Inc., certification should consult the AH director or assistant director when arranging an appropriate internship with a not-for-profit agency.
Take the following course (This course is recommended for final semester and must be taken within final 18 hours. The course will be HMSV or PSYC depending on the nature of the internship/practicum project.):
HMSV 4500 Senior Seminar and Internship/Practicum in Human Services II (1-V-3)
PSYC 4500 Senior Seminar and Internship/Practicum in Psychology II (1-V-3)
Elective Internship/Practicum (This course is required for those seeking American Humanics certification.)
HMSV 4490 Internship/Practicum in Psychology I (0-V-3)
PSYC 4490 Internship/Practicum in Human Services I (0-V-3)
RELATED ELECTIVES - 9-18 hours
Important Notes for Related Electives:
Choose three to six courses from the following:
CRJU 1150 Introduction to Criminal Justice (3-0-3)
CRJU 3100 Criminology (3-0-3)#
COMM 3320 Communications with Families (3-0-3)
HCMG 3101 Introduction to Health Systems Management (3-0-3)#
HCMG 3601 Introduction to Mental Health/Case Management (3-0-3)
HCMG 3801 Future Trends in Health Care (3-0-3)#
HCMG 4180 Health in the Corporate Setting (3-0-3)
HMSV 4201 Fund Raising in the Not-for-Profit Sector (3-0-3)
HSCI 2111/2111L Introduction to the Health Care Environment (2-0-2 & 0-2-1)
HSCI 2201 Measurement Science (3-0-3)*
HSCI 2232 Nutrition (3-0-3)
HSCI 3341 Cultural Diversity in Health and Illness (3-0-3)
HSCI 3401 Contemporary Women’s Health (3-0-3)
HSCI 3420 Health Education (3-0-3)
HSCI 3501 The AIDS Epidemic (3-0-3)
HSCI 3520 Legal Issues in Health Care (3-0-3)#
HIST 2110 Minorities in United States History (3-0-3)
NURS 4153 Gerontology (3-0-3)
PHIL 3101 Philosophy and Society (3-0-3)
PHIL 3301 Ethics in Historical and Contemporary Perspective (3-0-3)
POLS 3320 Public Policy (3-0-3)
SOSC 2501 Survey of Social Sciences (3-0-3)**
SOCI 3310 Race and Ethnicity (3-0-3)
* Students who did not take MATH 1231 in Areas A, D, or F must use one of their related electives to take either MATH 1231 or HSCI 2201.
** Students who did not take SOSC 2501 in Area E must take this course as a related elective.
# Check the Course Descriptions section of this catalog for prerequisites.
FREE ELECTIVE - 3 hours
Another course from Related Electives list (see above) or any course numbered 2000 or higher (except PHED, WLAB, or courses identified in the catalog as career or institutional credit courses). A foreign language course numbered 1001 or 1002 may be used.
William A. Pasch, Department Head
(A&S-210), 770-961-3499, http://a-s.clayton.edu/humanities/
Full-time Faculty: Barnett, Corse, Durden, Jackson, Legge, Martin, Pasch, Sellers, Spence, Swofford.
The Department of Humanities offers instruction in communication, humanities, languages, literature, philosophy, and the fine and performing arts. The department is responsible for the following programs and courses:
The Department also coordinates the Integrative Studies Program, which allows a student, with the approval of an IS advisor, to design a personalized program of study. (Information about the Integrative Studies tracks advised by the Department of Humanities as well as by other departments in the School of Arts & Sciences is available in the section above on the Integrative Studies Program.)
The transfer programs administered by the Department of Humanities are detailed below in the section on Core Curriculum for Transfer Programs.
The Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies (CMSS) equips graduates with a solid theoretical and historical understanding of human communication, combined with practical skills in professional writing and speaking. The degree balances an emphasis on the traditional liberal arts with recognition of the shaping roles played by communication media in the transmission of human culture. Following completion of a core sequence stressing aesthetics, digital technologies, ethics, and communication, students select from electives in multimedia production, media studies, literature, international languages, writing, and related fields. In addition, students gain work experience through required internships in a variety of settings, including the mass media; corporate departments of communication, training, and marketing; the graphic arts; advertising; and public relations. In sum, the Communication and Media Studies curriculum produces exceptional speakers and writers who are fluent in the aesthetic, ethical, social, and technological dimensions of professional communication.
Program Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (B. A.) in Communication and Media Studies (CMSS)
Students seeking the B.A. in Communication and Media Studies must meet all University admission, academic progression, and graduation requirements (see the Graduation Requirements section in the catalog). While no additional requirements exist for entering the CMSS degree program, students should be aware of the following degree progression requirements:
Curriculum for Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies (B.A.)
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)##
** Consult the Area F listing for specific majors to determine whether MATH higher than 1101 is required or recommended.
# 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.
Note: Most CMSS students will take 10 hours in Area D and apply two hours to B2. Students who choose to emphasize science must take 11 hours in Area D and apply only one hour to B2. This option applies to students who take eight hours of science in Area D.
Foreign Language
* The 1002 courses are appropriate for students who took two years of high school language but lack confidence in their skill level. The courses numbered 1999 are for students who have strong beginning skills but need review before entering intermediate-level courses. (A maximum of two hours of 1002 can apply to Area B; the balance will be excess credit.)
Communication and Computing
CMSS students must take COMM 1110 and apply it either to Areas B2 or F. 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.
(Completion of COMM 1110 or completion of or exemption from COMM 1001 is prerequisite to CPTG 1002.)
(Completion of MATH 1101 or higher [or equivalent placement score] and completion of COMM 1110 or 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.)
Note: The Area D listed here is the 10-hour version for students NOT majoring in the sciences or health sciences. Most CMSS students will choose this version of Area D and therefore will apply 2 hours in Area B2. (Alternatively, students may take an 8-hour sequence in the principles courses designed for science majors and apply 1 hour in Area B2.)
F1. Foreign language. - 0 - 9 hours
Students are strongly recommended to show competence in a language other than English (preferably Spanish) through the 2002-level in the language. (Note: credit for foreign language 1002 may be applied in Area B.2; foreign language 2001 and/or 2002 may be applied in Area C1 and/or Area C2.)
F2. Courses in communication or performance art - 0-6 hours
COMM 1110 Spoken Communication
(Must be taken here if not used to satisfy Area B.2)
THEA 1880 Introduction to Acting
F3. Art, art history, aesthetics, or theatre (choose two or three) - 6-9 hours
Any 1000- or 2000-level ART courses
PHIL 2401 Introduction to Aesthetics
(If not used to satisfy Area C.2)
THEA 1100 Theater Appreciation
F4. Courses in literature (choose one or two) - 3-6 hours
ENGL 2111 World Literature I–Pre-Modern
ENGL 2112 World Literature II–Modern
ENGL 2121 British Literature I
ENGL 2122 British Literature II
ENGL 2130 American Literature
F5. Related Fields: 0-9 hours
MATH 1231 Statistics (recommended if not taken in Areas A or D.)
Lower division courses in BUSA, ECON, HIST, JOUR, PHIL, POLS, PSYC, SOCI or with an IT prefix.
Note: The Communication and Media Studies program will accept with no loss of credit transfer students who have completed an approved USG Area F in Art, Journalism/Mass Communications, English, Speech, Technical and Professional Communication, or a foreign language. Other completed Area F transfers may be considered by appeal to the Department of Humanities.
REQUIRED UPPER DIVISION COURSES - 21 hours
CMSS 3101 Communication and Media Studies in the Information Age (3-0-3)
CMSS 3200 History of Communication (3-0-3)
CMSS 4500 Global Contexts in Communication and Media Studies (3-0-3)
COMM 3100 Professional Speaking (3-0-3)
ENGL 3901 Writing for Digital Media (3-0-3)
COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES ELECTIVES - 18-30 hours
Choose six to ten courses.
COMM 3110 Interactive Communication (3-0-3)
COMM 3320 Communication with Families (3-0-3)
CMSS 3500 Writing and Editing for Mass Media (3-0-3)
CMSS 3501 Creative Writing (3-0-3)
CMSS 3502 New Media Design (3-0-3)
CMSS 4800 Selected Topics in Communication and Media Studies (3-0-3)*
CMSS 4900 Directed Research in Communication and Media Studies (3-0-3)*
MGMT 3120 Managerial Communication (3-0-3)
THEA 3101 Theater, Cinema, and Society (3-0-3)
* May be repeated for credit when topics differ from previous versions of the course taken. A total of three hours may apply to this category.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING: INTERNSHIP/PRACTICUM/WORKSHOP - 3 - 12 hours
Placements must be approved by the program advisor or department head and the Director of Experiential Learning.
The following course must be taken once. It may be taken as many as 3 times for a maximum of 9 hours.
CMSS 3901 Internship/Practicum in Communication and Media Studies (0-10-3)
The following courses may be applied to this category up to a maximum of 9 hours.
Clayton State University 2500 Essentials of Peer Tutoring (2-0-2)
JOUR 3011 Journalism Workshop (0-V-1)
JOUR 3012 Mass Communication Workshop (0-V-1)
GUIDED ELECTIVES - 6 - 18 hours
Choose two to six courses in consultation with the program coordinator or department head. At least two different course prefixes (e.g., ENGL and HIST) must be represented. Important note: While some lower division courses may be used to satisfy this requirement, students must be aware that a maximum of 18 lower division hours can be used outside Areas A-F.
Catherine C. Aust, Department Head
(A&S-210), 770-961-3468, http://a-s.clayton.edu/math/
Full-time Faculty: Borchelt, Hunt, Nash, Robinson, Stephens, Underwood.
The Department of Mathematics offers instruction in mathematics, computer science, and computing and is responsible for the following programs and courses:
The transfer programs administered by the Department of Mathematics are detailed below in the section on Core Curriculum for Transfer Programs.
NOTE: Mathematics-specific software is required in almost all mathematics courses.
F. Richard Reynolds, Department Head
(LIB-122), 770-961-3473, http://a-s.clayton.edu/learningsupport/
Full-time Faculty: Garrison, Ludley, Miller, Neal, Walkup.
The Department of Learning Support offers developmental Regents’ Test remediation, 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.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS (A.A.) AND ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (A.S.) AREAS A-F
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 listed 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.
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 Integrative Studies section of this chapter or consult the Integrative Studies advisor (A&S-105-I) for further information.
AREAS A-E (For A.A., A.S., and Undeclared Students)
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 listed 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 (STC-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):
# MATH 1111, College Algebra, which is offered only by online instruction, 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.
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. Mathematics and computer science majors are required to take an 8-hour sequence in the principles courses designed for science majors. See below.)
MATH 1221 Finite Mathematics (3-0-3)
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:
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.
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) **
* 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.
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 VPAA, 770-961-3538.
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Associate of Science (A.S.)
The advising department and its office location are indicated for each program of study. Please consult a faculty advisor in the appropriate department for additional information.
Unless otherwise noted, students take the normal A-E Core Curriculum with no math restrictions in Area A and with the non-science Area D. Those majors that require advanced math and a special Area D are clearly identified.
AGRICULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (A.S.)
Advising Department: Natural Sciences (A&S-210)
For Areas A-E, please refer to the General Education Core Curriculum for Transfer Programs, which is specified on preceding pages.
Note: Students in this program of study must take MATH 1113 or 1501 in Area A. In Area D, take 8 hours with labs from Principles of Biology, Principles of Chemistry, or Introductory Physics.
Major and Major-Related Courses (Area F)
1. Choose two to four courses from the following, depending on what courses were taken in Area D. - 8-16 hours
2. Electives: 2-10 hours
CHEM 2411/2411L Organic Chemistry I (3-0-3)/(0-3-1)
CHEM 2412/2412L Organic Chemistry II (3-0-3)/(0-3-1)
CPTG 1111 Introduction to Computing (1-2-2)
PHYS 1111/1111L Introductory Physics I (3-0-3)/(0-2-1)
PHYS 1112/1112L Introductory Physics II (3-0-3)/(0-2-1)
* One hour of the four-hour MATH 1501 will carry over from Area A or D; one hour of the four-hour MATH 2502 may carry over from Area D.
Total - 18 hours
ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS
Students interested in transferring to baccalaureate programs in Allied Health professions such as medical technology, health information, management, or occupational therapy and similar fields should consult the transfer programs in the Health Sciences chapter of this catalog.
ANTHROPOLOGY
Clayton State University does not offer the Introduction to Anthropology necessary to complete Area F; however, the Sociology program of study listed below will provide all other courses needed for Anthropology.
ART (A.A.)
Advising Department: Humanities (A&S-210)
Note: Students who plan a program of study in art education should follow the Area F requirements under the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Teacher Education.
1. Take the following courses: 15 hours
ART 1101 Drawing I (3-0-3)
ART 1102 Drawing II (3-0-3)
ART 1104 Two-Dimensional Design/Color Theory (3-0-3)
ART 1301 Three-Dimensional Design I (3-0-3)
2. Choose ONE course from the following: 3 hours
ART 1302 Three-Dimensional Design II (3-0-3)
Any foreign language numbered 1002 or higher (excluding 1999).
Note: Students whose interests lie mainly in Art History rather than Studio Art should consider the Integrative Studies program with a curriculum composed mainly of art history, foreign language, humanities, and history courses.
BIOLOGY/BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Since Clayton State University has a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Applied Biology, the University does not offer the Associate of Science (A.S.) in Biology/Biological Sciences. Refer to the section above on the Department of Natural Sciences for information about the Applied Biology program.
BUSINESS EDUCATION (A.S.)
Advising Department: Arts & Sciences (A&S-210)
Advisors in office technology fields are also available in the School of Technology (TEC-211).
1. Take the following: 12 hours
BUSA 2201 Fundamentals of Computer Applications (3-0-3)
2. Choose two from the following: 6 hours
ACCT 2101 Principles of Accounting I (3-0-3)
ACCT 2102 Principles of Accounting II (3-0-3)
BUSA 1105 Introduction to Business (3-0-3)
ECON 2105 Principles of Macroeconomics (3-0-3)
ECON 2106 Principles of Microeconomics (3-0-3)
OFFC 2205 Business Communication (3-0-3)
CHEMISTRY (A.S.)
Note: Students in this program of study must follow Area D1 for science majors and must take MATH 1113 or 1501 in Area A and MATH 1501 or 2502 in Area D2.
1. Note: One hour of MATH 1501 will carry over from Area A or D. 1 hour
2. Take the following: 8 hours
Note: Chemistry majors must take another science for Area D.
3. Choose from the following to equal 9 hours: 9 hours
MATH 2503 Calculus III (4-0-4)
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)
CPTG 1010 Computing with Spreadsheets (0-2-1)*
* One hour of the four-hour MATH 2502 may carry over from Area D; CPTG 1010 can be used for 1 hour if MATH 2502 is not taken in Area D.
COMPUTER SCIENCE (A.S.)
Advising Department: Mathematics (A&S-210)
Note: Students in this degree program must take MATH 1113 or 1501 in Area A and take a sequence for science majors in Area D1. MATH 1501 must be taken in Area D2 if not taken in A.
Note: This program of study is for students who intend to transfer to a traditional computer science program at another university. Students interested in majoring in a computer field should consider Clayton State University’s Bachelor of Information Technology (B.I.T.) program.
1. Take both of the following courses: 7 hours
2. Students must have credit for both of the following courses*: 2-5 hours
MATH 1501 Calculus I (4-0-4)
MATH 2502 Calculus II (4-0-4)
3. Choose from the following: 6-9 hours
MATH 2020 Introductory Discrete Mathematics (3-0-3)
MATH 2140 Introductory Linear Algebra (3-0-3)
* Students who did not apply MATH 2502 to Area D must take the course for Area F. One hour of each calculus course taken in Areas A or D will apply here.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE (A.A.)
Advising Department: Social Sciences (A&S-110)
NOTE: Students interested in Criminal Justice may want to consider a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Integrative Studies. See the section on Integrative Studies earlier in this chapter.
1. Take the following courses: 6 hours
Soci 1101 Introduction to Sociology (3-0-3)
Note: Take PSYC 1101, Introduction to General Psychology, in Area E.
2. Foreign Language: 1002, 2001, or 2002. 0-6 hours
3. Choose THREE lower division electives from the following prefixes with no more than 3 hours in history: 6-12 hours
POLS, ECON, HIST, PSYC, SOCI, COMM, ACCT.
DENTISTRY (Pre-Dentistry)
Students wishing to prepare to enter a professional school of dentistry should select the Biomedical Applications track of the Applied Biology (B.S.) major and consult an Applied Biology (B.S.) advisor.
ECONOMICS (A.A.)
Note: The program below is for students seeking a B.A. in Economics. Students interested in a B.B.A. in Economics must follow the Area F as listed in the School of Business section of this catalog. Consult an advisor to determine which approach is more appropriate for you.
1. Economics: 6 hours
2. Choose four courses from the following: 12 hours
Foreign language numbered 1002, 2001, or 2002 (up to 6 hours)
Any 1000-2000 level courses in HIST, POLS, SOCI
* If this course is chosen, one hour will be excess credit.
EDUCATION
See the section earlier in this chapter on the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Teacher Education for requirements in Area F. For Business Education, see the heading above.
ENGINEERING (A.S.)
This program of study is designed for students who intend to transfer to Georgia Tech or another university engineering program; students should check with an advisor about the latest information on transfer programs. For Areas A-E, please refer to the General Education Core Curriculum for Transfer Programs, which is specified on preceding pages.
Note: Students in this major (Area F) must take Area D1 for Science majors and must take MATH 1501 in Area A and MATH 2502 in Area D. Chemistry or Biology must be chosen in Area D1; Chemistry is recommended.
1. Physics - 8 hours
2. Choose from the following mathematics courses. 10 hours
Note: MATH 1501 must be taken in Area A and MATH 2502 must be taken in Area D. Two hours will apply here. Students may also choose to take Differential Equations (usually 4-0-4) by cross registration.
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Advising Department: See Natural Sciences (A&S-210).
This applies to students wishing to prepare for a major in engineering technology at an institution such as Southern Polytechnic State University.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
See the program of study for Agricultural and Environmental Science.
ENGLISH (A.A.)
1. Foreign Language 0-9 hours
Competence in a foreign language through completion of the intermediate level (2002) is required, here, in Areas B and/or C, or by competency assessment.
2. World Literature (Choose ONE or TWO courses) 3-6 hours
ENGL 2112 World Literature II -- Modern (3-0-3)
3. Additional Literature Courses (Choose ONE to THREE courses) 3-9 hours
ENGL 2121 British Literature I (3-0-3)
ENGL 2122 British Literature II (3-0-3)
4. Any courses listed in Areas C or E, or any lower division COMM, THEA or JOUR courses. 0-3 hours
FORESTRY (A.S.)
Note: Students in this program of study must follow Area D for science majors.
1. Choose from the following: 8-16 hours
2. Choose from the following: 2-8 hours
* One hour of the four-hour MATH 1501 may carry over from Area D; CPTG 1010 can be used for 1 hour if MATH 1501 is not taken in Area D.
FRENCH (A.A.)
1. French - 0-9 hours
Competence in French through completion of the intermediate level (2002) is required.
2. Courses in other foreign language(s). (Recommended) 0-6 hours
3. Other 2000-level courses in THEA, ENGL, HIST,
PHIL, SOCI. 3-18 hours
GEOGRAPHY
Note: Clayton State University does not offer the course Introduction to Geographical Analysis, which is required to complete Area F in geography. However, the following courses available at Clayton State University will apply to the Area F for the B.A. in Geography at all University System institutions: POLS 2101, SOCI 1101, ECON 2105-2106, any HIST courses, and foreign language 1002 or higher. Students seeking a B.S. in geography should choose MATH 1501 (or higher) and Principles courses in the sciences.
GEOLOGY (A.S.)
Note: Clayton State University does not offer the lower division geology sequence necessary to complete the University System Area F. However, Clayton State University does offer all other necessary courses. Consult a Natural Sciences advisor for details.
HISTORY (A.A.)
1. Foreign Language - 0-6 hours
(Competence is required in a language other than English, through the 2002-level in the language used to fulfill CPC requirements or through the 1002-level in a new language.)
2. Choose TWO or THREE of the following: 6-9 hours
HIST 1112 A Survey of Modern World History (3-0-3)
HIST 2112 U. S. History Since Reconstruction (3-0-3)
3. Choose lower division electives from the following prefixes and courses: 3-12 hours
ECON, HIST, POLS, PSYC, SOCI, MATH 1231, PHIL 2201.
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Students interested in International Studies are encouraged to consider the Clayton State University baccalaureate program in Integrative Studies. Those wishing to transfer should normally follow the Area F for history or political science.
JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION (A.A.)
For Areas A-E, please refer to the General Education Core Curriculum for Transfer Programs, which is specified on preceding pages. Students interested in journalism and communication careers may wish to consider Clayton State University's B.A. in Communication and Media Studies.
1. Foreign language - 3-9 hours
Competence is required in a language other than English, through the 2002-level in the language used to fulfill CPC requirements (or through the 1002-level in a new language).
2. Choose from the following: 3-6 hours
JOUR 1011 Journalism Practicum (0-V-1)*
JOUR 1012 Mass Communication Practicum (0-V-1)*
* Repeatable for credit.
3. Electives - 3-12 hours
Choose any courses listed in Area C or any lower division courses with the following prefixes: ART, ACCT, ECON, COMM, ENGL, PHIL, HIST, POLS, PSYC, SOCI, or MATH 1231.
LAW (Pre-Law)
Advising Unit: Integrative Studies (A&S-210)
Law schools do not require a particular major, but institutions accredited by the American Bar Association require that entering students hold a bachelor's degree. Students wishing to prepare for law school should consult a pre-law advisor to determine the best program of study to suit their needs. Pre-law students are encouraged to consider Clayton State University's bachelor’s program in Integrative Studies.
MATHEMATICS (A.A.)
Note: Students in this degree program must take MATH 1113 or 1501 in Area A and must take a sequence for science majors in Area D1.
1. Take the following: 9-12 hours
2. Choose from the following (MATH recommended): 6-9 hours
CSCI 1302 Computer Science II. (4-0-4)
EDUC 2201 Introduction to Education (3-0-3)*
Course(s) in a foreign language (up to 6 hours)**
* This course should be selected by students who plan to seek secondary education math certification.
** French, German, Russian recommended. Courses numbered 1001 or 1999 will not count in the language taken to meet CPC requirements.
MEDICINE (Pre-Medicine)
Students wishing to prepare for medical school at the Medical College of Georgia or other institutions should select the Biomedical Applications track of the Applied Biology (B.S.) major and consult an Applied Biology (B.S.) advisor.
MUSIC
See the Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A.) and the Bachelor of Music (B.M.) section earlier in this chapter.
PHARMACY (Pre-Pharmacy) (A.S.)
Note: Students in this major must take MATH 1113 or 1501 in Area A. MATH 1501 must be taken in Area D if not taken in A. Pharmacy students take Area D1 for science majors.
1. Choose from the following: 9-17 hours
* One hour in this four-hour course is carried over from Area A or D.
2. Choose from the following: 3-11 hours
Total - 17-20 hours
Note: Total hours in this program will depend on courses chosen in Area D.
PHILOSOPHY (A.A.)
1. Foreign Language: Competence in a foreign language through the completion of the intermediate level (2002) is required. 0-9 hours
2. Philosophy (Choose at least ONE): 3-9 hours
PHIL 2501 Logic (3-0-3)
3. Any courses listed in Area C or other courses with the following prefixes: ENGL, HIST, POLS, PSYC, SOCI. 0-9 hours
PHYSICAL EDUCATION-HEALTH-RECREATION
Students wishing to prepare for a physical education teaching career should follow the Area F requirements for Teacher Education. Physical Education courses and programs (e.g., Health & Fitness Management) are administered by the School of Health Sciences, and students interested in related careers other than teaching should consult an advisor in that school.
PHYSICAL THERAPY (Pre-Physical Therapy)
Students wishing to prepare to enter a professional school of physical therapy should select the Biomedical Applications track of the Applied Biology (B.S.) major and consult an Applied Biology (B.S.) advisor.
PHYSICS (A.S.)
Note: Students in this major (Area F) must take the Area D1 for science majors and must take MATH 1113 or 1501 in Area A and MATH 1501 or 2502 in Area D.
1. Calculus (see notes) - 6-9 hours
Note: This course is strongly recommended in Area A and must be taken in Area D if not taken in A. Three hours will apply to A or D, and one hour will apply to Area F.
Note: This course is strongly recommended in Area D; one hour will apply to Area F. This course must be taken in Area F if not taken in Area D.
2. Physics - 8 hours
Note: Physics majors must take sciences other than physics in Area D.
3. Choose from the following: 5 hours
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)*
* Chemistry is strongly recommended if not taken in Area D.
POLITICAL SCIENCE (A.A.)
1. Take the following THREE courses: 9 hours
POLS 2101 Introduction to Political Science (3-0-3)
POLS 2301 Introduction to Comparative Politics (3-0-3)
POLS 2401 Global Issues (3-0-3)
2. Take TWO or THREE courses from the following: 6-9 hours
Any foreign language numbered 1002 or higher (except 1999).
* Strongly recommended if not taken in Area A or D.
3. Choose courses from the following prefixes: 0-9 hours
ECON, HIST, PHIL, PSYC, SOCI.
PSYCHOLOGY
Since Clayton State University has a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology and Human Services, the University does not offer the Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Psychology. Refer to the section above on the Department of Social Sciences for information about the program in Psychology and Human Services.
SOCIAL WORK
See Sociology or the B.S. in Psychology and Human Services.
SOCIOLOGY (A.A.)
1. Take the following course: 3 hours
Note: Apply PSYC 1101 to Area E.
2. Foreign language: 1002, 2001, or 2002 - 0-6 hours
3. Select lower division electives from the following prefixes and courses: 9-15 hours
ECON, HIST, PHIL, PSYC, SOCI. (All SOCI is encouraged; HIST 2265 and MATH 1231 are recommended.)
SPANISH (A.A.)
1. Competence in Spanish through completion of the intermediate level (2002) is required. 0-9 hours
2. Courses in other foreign language(s). 0-6 hours
3. Other 2000-level courses in ENGL, HIST, PHIL, POLS, SOCI, and THEA. 3-18 hours
SPEECH (A.A.)
(Take other courses in Area B.)
2. Any courses in Area C except foreign language. 9 hours
3. SOSC 2501, POLS 2101, or any courses with PSYC or SOCI prefixes. 6 hours
TEACHER EDUCATION
See the Teacher Education section earlier in this chapter.
THEATER (A.A.)
1. Competence in a foreign language through the first intermediate level (2001) is required (recommended through the 2002-level. 0-6 hours
2. Choose lower division courses from the following prefixes or courses. The theater (THEA) courses are recommended. 12-18 hours
Any ART (except studio), ENGL, THEA, MUSC 2101, MUSC 2301, PHIL 2401, COMM 1110.
VETERINARY MEDICINE (Pre-Veterinary Medicine)
Students wishing to prepare for veterinary school should select the Veterinary Medicine track of the Applied Biology (B.S.) major and consult an Applied Biology (B.S.) advisor.