Nov 21, 2024

2018-2019 Academic Catalog

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2018-2019 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

General Studies, B.A.

Student Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate both breadth and depth of knowledge within their chosen concentration or specializations
Understand the importance of ethical behavior and good citizenship
Establish competency within the foundations of university study: communication, quantitative reasoning, technological literacy, and critical thinking.

Required Courses

College Readiness

IIT 1000 - University Experience Credit(s): 1

English

ENG 1000 - Introduction to College Reading Credit(s): 3 *Preparatory Course does not count towards degree
ENG 1100 - Introduction to College Writing Credit(s): 3 *Preparatory Course does not count towards degree
ENG 1250 - English Composition I Credit(s): 3
ENG 1270 - English Composition II Credit(s): 3

Choose one of the following two courses:

Choose one of the following two courses:

EGR 2000 - Engineering Communications Credit(s): 3
ENG 2320 - Professional Communication Credit(s): 3

Mathematics

MA 1005 - Foundations of Mathematics I Credit(s): 3 *Preparatory Course does not count towards degree
MA 1020 - Foundations of Mathematics II Credit(s): 3 or test out is a prerequisite for MA 1025 ; credits may not count toward degree requirement
MA 1025 - Mathematical Problem-Solving Credit(s): 3 or equivalent
MA 2010 - Foundations of Statistics Credit(s): 3 or equivalent

Technology

Choose one of the following courses:
MIS 1300 - Software Tools Credit(s): 3 or equivalent or proficiency exam for credit
Self-Study option followed by a repeat of proficiency exam

Humanities

Humanities - Electives (3 credits must be Literature) Credit(s): 9

Social Sciences

PSY 1700 - Introduction to Psychology Credit(s): 3
Psychology, Social Science, or Personal Finance - Elective Credit(s): 6

Science

Choose one of the following courses:
BIO 1000 - Introductory Biology Credit(s): 3 or equivalent
CH 1100 - Chemistry for Changing Times Credit(s): 3 or equivalent
PH 1000 - Physical Science Credit(s): 3 or equivalent
SCI 2000 - Contemporary Issues in Science Credit(s): 3 or equivalent

Concentration

A single area of emphasis (must be approved by the department in which the courses are taken): 36 credits

or

Two areas of emphasis of 18 credits each (must be approved by the department in which the courses are taken): 36

Electives

Approved - Electives Credit(s): 45

Must include a minimum of 24 upper-level (3000-4000 level) credit hours.

Total Credits Required: 121