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Under social sciences, we teach psychology, sociology, philosophy, religion, criminal justice,
childhood development, and more. Master Student classes also fall under this division. This
course is designed to help freshmen adjust to college life, to make the most of their education
experience, and to succeed as a college student.
Areas of Concentration
Aerospace Studies | Anthropology | Child Development | Criminal Justice
Geography | History | Honors | Orientation | Philosophy
Political Science | Psychology | Reading | Religion | Sociology
AEROSPACE STUDIES
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ANTHROPOLOGY
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE
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GEOGRAPHY
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HISTORY
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HONORS
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ORIENTATION
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PHILOSOPHY
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POLITICAL SCIENCE
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PSYCHOLOGY
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READING
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RELIGION
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SOCIOLOGY
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AFS 101. AIR FORCE TODAY I (1 credits)
This is a survey course of topics relating to the Air Force and national defense. Discussion
covers the purpose, structure, and career opportunities in the United States Air Force. An
introduction to effective written communications is included. The AFS 101 Leadership
Laboratory is a co-curricular activity that includes a study of Air Force customs and
courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and military commands.
AFS 102. THE AIR FORCE TODAY II (1 credits)
This course is an introduction to interpersonal communications. Seminar topics focus on
effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communications. Practical exercises
and group projects designed to demonstrate barriers to effective communications and
techniques to overcome barriers are included. The AFS 102 Leadership Laboratory is a
co-curricular activity that includes a study of Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and
ceremonies, and military commands.
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AFS 201. THE AIR FORCE WAY I (1 credits)
This course is a historical survey of technological innovation in warfare. Focus will be on the
emergence of air power and its significance in war and national security policy implementation.
The AFS 201 Leadership Laboratory is a co-curricular activity that includes a study of Air
Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and military commands.
AFS 202. THE AIR FORCE WAY II (1 credits)
This course is an analysis of leadership and followership traits in the context of a modern
military force. Discussion of ethical standards of military officers and Air Force core values
will be covered. Introduction to total quality management, advanced practical application of
oral communication skills, as well as organization, research, delivery, and audience analysis for
briefing and presentations will also be covered. There will be group leadership problems
designed to enhance interpersonal communications. The AFS 202 Leadership Laboratory is a
co-curricular activity that includes a study of Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and
ceremonies, and military commands.
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ANT 200. INTRODUCTION TO ANTHROPOLOGY (3 credits)
This course is a survey of physical, social, and cultural development and behavior of human
beings.
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CHD 100. INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN
(3 credits)
This course introduces the child care profession including the six functional areas of the Child
Development Associate (CDA) credential. Emphasis is placed on using positive guidance
techniques, setting up a classroom and planning a schedule. Upon completion students should
be able to create and modify children's environments to meet individual needs, use positive
guidance to develop positive relationships with children, and promote children's self-esteem,
self-control, and self-motivation.
CHD 101. CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES (3 credits)
This course is a systematic study of child growth and development from conception to early
childhood. Emphasis is placed on principles underlying physical, mental, emotional, and social
development, and on methods of child study and practical implications. Upon completion
students should be able to use knowledge of how young children differ in their development
and approaches to learning to provide opportunities that support the physical, social,
emotional, language, cognitive, and aesthetic development of children.
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CHD 102. CHILDREN'S CREATIVE EXPERIENCES (3 credits)
This course focuses on fostering creativity in preschool children and developing a creative
attitude in teachers. Topics include selecting and developing creative experiences in language
arts, music, art, science, math, and movement with required observation and participation with
young children is required. Upon completion students should be able to select and implement
creative and age-appropriate experiences for young children.
CHD 103. CHILDREN'S LITERATURE AND LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT (3
credits)
This course surveys appropriate literature and language arts activities designed to enhance
young children's speaking, listening, pre-reading, and writing skills. Emphasis is placed on
development appropriateness as related to language. Upon completion students should be able
to create, evaluate, and demonstrate activities which support a language-rich environment for
young children.
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CHD 104. METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR TEACHING CHILDREN (3 credits)
This course introduces basic methods and materials used in teaching young children. Emphasis
is placed on students compiling a professional resource file of activities used for teaching
math, language arts, science, and social studies concepts. Upon completion students should be
able to demonstrate basic methods creating learning experiences using appropriate techniques,
materials, and realistic expectations.
CHD 106. CHILDREN'S HEALTH AND SAFETY (3 credits)
This course introduces basic health, nutrition, and safety management practices for young
children. Emphasis is placed on setting up and maintaining a safe, healthy environment for
young children including specific procedures for infants and toddlers, and procedures
regarding childhood illnesses and communicable diseases. Upon completion students should be
able to prepare a healthy and safe environment, plan nutritious meals and snacks, and
recommend referrals if necessary.
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CHD 130. SCHOOL-AGE PROGRAMMING (3 credits)
This course focuses on the specialized variety of needs for a quality school-age program.
Topics will include program planning and material considerations for a variety of quiet/active
indoor/outdoor activities, health/safety/nutrition needs, parent and community information and
involvement. Upon completion the student should be able to select a variety of
age-appropriate activities, implement a safe, healthy, quality program, and effectively
communicate with parents and the community.
CHD 205. PROGRAM PLANNING FOR EDUCATING YOUNG CHILDREN (3
credits)
This course is designed to give students practice in lesson and unit planning, writing
behavioral objectives, and evaluating activities taught to young children. Emphasis is placed on
identifying basic aspects of cognitive development and how children learn. Upon completion
students should be able to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and
instructional practices based on knowledge of individual differences and the curriculum goals
and content.
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CHD 208. ADMINISTRATION OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (3 credits)
This course includes appropriate administrative policies and procedures relevant to preschool
programs. Topics include local, state, and federal regulations, budget planning, recordkeeping,
personnel policies, and parent involvement. Upon completion students should be able to
identify elements of a sound business plan, develop familiarity with basic recordkeeping
techniques, and identify elements of a developmentally appropriate program.
CHD 209. INFANT AND TODDLER EDUCATION PROGRAMS (3 credits)
This course focuses on child development from infancy to thirty months of age with emphasis
on planning programs using developmentally appropriate material. Emphasis is placed on
positive ways to support an infant's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
Upon completion students should be able to plan an infant-toddler program and environment
which is appropriate and supportive of the families and the children.
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CHD 210. EDUCATING EXCEPTIONAL YOUNG CHILDREN (3 credits)
This course explores the many types of exceptionalities found in young children. Topics
include speech, language, hearing and visual impairments, gifted and talented children, mental
retardation, as well as emotional, behavioral, and neurological handicaps. Upon completion
students should be able to identify appropriate strategies for working with young exceptional
children.
CHD 215. SUPERVISED PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
EDUCATION (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
This course provides a minimum of 90 hours of hands-on, supervised experience in an
approved program for young children. Emphasis is placed on performance of daily duties
which are assessed by the College's instructor and the cooperating teacher. Upon completion
students should be able to demonstrate competency in a child care setting.
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CRJ 100. INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE (3 credits)
This course surveys the entire criminal justice process from law enforcement to the
administration of justice through corrections. It discusses the history and philosophy of the
system and introduces various career opportunities.
CRJ 116. POLICE PATROL (3 credits)
This course studies the duties and responsibilities of the uniformed police patrol. It emphasizes
the importance of patrol functions and includes principles, methods, procedures, and resources
used in police patrol operations.
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CRJ 117. COMMUNITY RELATIONS (3 credits)
This course discusses the role of the police officer in achieving and maintaining public support.
It includes public information, juvenile relations, public relations, service, and mobilizing
community involvement and cooperation.
CRJ 140. CRIMINAL LAW AND PROCEDURE (3 credits)
This course examines both speculative and procedural law. The legal elements of various
crimes are discussed, with attention given to the Alabama Code. Areas of criminal procedure
essential to the criminal justice professional are covered.
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CRJ 146. CRIMINAL EVIDENCE (3 credits)
This course considers the origins of the law of evidence and the current rules of evidence.
Types of evidence, their definitions and uses, are covered as well as the functions of the courts
regarding evidence.
CRJ 150. INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS (3 credits)
This course provides an introduction to the philosophical and historical foundations of
corrections in America. Incarceration and some of its alternatives are considered.
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CRJ 208. INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGY (3 credits)
This course delves into the nature and the extent of crime in the United States, as well as
criminal delinquent behavior and theories of causation. The study includes criminal
personalities and the principles of prevention, control, and treatment.
CRJ 209. JUVENILE DELINQUENCY (3 credits)
This course examines the causes of delinquency. It also reviews programs of prevention and
control of juvenile delinquency as well as the role of the courts.
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CRJ 216. POLICE ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION (3 credits)
This course examines the principles of organization and administration of law enforcement
agencies. Theories of management, budgeting and various personnel issues are covered.
CRJ 218. TRAFFIC CONTROL (3 credits)
This course is designed to teach the student traffic safety planning, traffic law enforcement,
regulation and control. The Alabama Motor Vehicle Code is examined.
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CRJ 219. FIREARMS (3 credits)
This course covers the moral implications, legal provisions, safety precautions, and restrictions
governing the use of firearms. The use of side arms and riot guns with stationary and combat
targets is explored.
CRJ 220. CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION (3 credits)
This course explores the theory and scope of criminal investigation. The duties and
responsibilities of the investigator are included. The techniques and strategies used in
investigation are emphasized.
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CRJ 230. CRIMINALISTICS (3 credits)
This course surveys the different techniques of scientific investigation. Emphasis is given to
ballistics, photography, fingerprints, DNA, trace evidence, body fluids, casts, and the like.
CRJ 236. ADVANCED CRIMINALISTICS (3 credits)
This course covers the collection, handling, and analysis of evidence from crime scene to
laboratory to courtroom. Topics include hair, fibers, body fluids, firearms, glass, paint, drugs,
documents, etc. Laboratory experience may be utilized.
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CRJ 280. INTERNSHIP IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE (1-3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
This course involves practical experience with a criminal justice agency under faculty
supervision. This course may be repeated with the approval of the instructor.
CRJ 290. SELECTED TOPICS--SEMINAR IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE (1-3 credits)
This course involves reading, research, writing, and discussion of selected subjects relating to
criminal justice. Various contemporary problems in criminal justice are analyzed. This course
may be repeated with the permission of the instructor.
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GEO 100. WORLD REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY (3 credits)
This course surveys various countries and major regions of the world with respect to location
and landscape, world importance, political status, population, type of economy, external and
internal organization and relations, and problems and potentials.
GEO 101. PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY (3 credits)
A study of the distribution and analysis
of the natural fortunes of the earth. Landforms, soils, water, and climate are studied. Emphasis is on
human environment relationships. There is a lab.
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HIS 101. HISTORY OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION I (3 credits)
This course is a survey of social, intellectual, economic, and political developments which have
molded the modern western world. This course covers the ancient and medieval periods and
concludes in the era of the Renaissance and Reformation.
HIS 102. HISTORY OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION II (3 credits)
This course is a continuation of HIS 101; it surveys development of the modern western world
from the era of the Renaissance and Reformation to the present.
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HIS 201. UNITED STATES HISTORY I (3 credits)
This course surveys United States history during colonial, Revolutionary, early national, and
antebellum periods. It concludes with the Civil War and Reconstruction.
HIS 202. UNITED STATES HISTORY II (3 credits)
This course is a continuation of HIS 201; it surveys United States history from the
Reconstruction era to the present.
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IDS 102. ETHICS (3 credits)
This introduces the student to the basic concepts, types, and schools of moral theory, and
illustrates how these may be applied to contemporary moral and ethical questions in academic,
professional, and social endeavors.
IDS 115. FORUM (1 credit)
In this course, credit is given in recognition of attendance at academic lectures, concerts, and
other events. IDS 115 requires attendance at designated events which are chosen from various
lectures, cultural events, and programs given at the College or in the community. IDS 115 may
be repeated for credit.
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IDS 200. SCHOLAR BOWL (1 credit)
PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
This course offers the student preparation, practice, and participation in the College Scholars
Bowl Program and competition. IDS 200 may be repeated for credit.
IDS 299. DIRECTED STUDIES IN LEADERSHIP (1-2 credits)
PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
This course provides training and experience in leadership techniques and practice. Students
are required to serve in leadership positions on campus or in the community. IDS 299 may be
repeated for credit.
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ORI 100. ORIENTATION TO COLLEGE (1 credit)
This course aids new students in their transition to the institution, exposes new students to the
broad educational opportunities of the institution, and integrates new students into the life of
the institution.
ORI 103. (IDS 110.) ORIENTATION (MASTER STUDENT) (2 credits)
This course helps students develop practical knowledge and skills toward a successful college
experience, both academically and personally. Topics include: time, reading, memory, notes,
tests, diversity, thinking, writing, relationships, health, and career planning.
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PHL 106. INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY (3 credits)
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of philosophy. The literary and conceptual
approach of the course is balanced with emphasis on approaches to ethical decision making.
The student should have an understanding of major philosophical ideas in an historical survey
from the early Greeks to the modern era.
PHL 206. ETHICS (3 credits)
This introduces the student to the basic concepts,
types, and schools of moral theory, and illustrates how these may be applied to contemporary moral and
ethical questions in academic, professional, and social endeavors.
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POL 211. AMERICAN NATIONAL GOVERNMENT (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: Permission of the instructor.
This course surveys the background, constitutional principles, organization, and operation of
the American political system. Topics include the U.S. Constitution, federalism, civil liberties,
civil rights, political parties, interest groups, political campaigns, voting behavior, elections,
the presidency, bureaucracy, Congress, and the justice system. Upon completion students
should be able to identify and explain relationships among the basic elements of American
government and function as more informed participants of the American political system.
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PSY 106. CAREER EXPLORATION (1 credit)
This course is designed for students to explore potential career fields. This course includes an
assessment, through testing of strengths and weaknesses, general information about careers
and job skills, value and decision making techniques, and a career research.
PSY 200. GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY (3 credits)
This course is a survey of behavior with emphasis upon the psychological processes. This
course includes the biological bases of behavior, thinking, emotion, motivation, and the nature
and development of personality.
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PSY 210. HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: PSY 200.
This course is the study of the psychological, social, and physical factors that affect human
behavior from conception to death.
PSY 240. ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: PSY 200.
This course is a survey of abnormal behavior and its social and biological origins. The anxiety
related disorders, psychoses, personality disorders, and mental deficiencies will be covered.
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RDG 083. DEVELOPMENTAL READING I (1-4 credits each)
This course is designed to assist students whose placement test scores indicate serious
difficulty with decoding skills, comprehension, vocabulary, and study skills.
RDG 084. DEVELOPMENTAL READING II (1-4 credits each)
PREREQUISITE: RDG 083 or equivalent placement score.
This course is designed to assist students whose placement test scores indicate serious
difficulty with decoding skills, comprehension, vocabulary, and study skills.
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RDG 085. DEVELOPMENTAL READING III (1-4 credits each)
PREREQUISITE: RDG 084 or equivalent placement score.
This course is designed to assist students whose placement test scores indicate serious
difficulty with decoding skills, comprehension, vocabulary, and study skills.
RDG 111. CRITICAL READING FOR COLLEGE (2 credits)
PREREQUISITE: College test score placement or permission of the instructor.
Advanced comprehension skills, including analysis and evaluation. Upon completion students
should be able to demonstrate comprehension and analysis and respond effectively to material
across disciplines.
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REL 100. HISTORY OF WORLD RELIGIONS (3 credits)
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the beliefs and practices of the major
contemporary religions of the world. This includes the religions of Africa, the Orient, and the
western world. The student should have an understanding of the history and origins of the
various religions in the world.
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SOC 200. INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY (3 credits)
This course is an introduction to the vocabulary, concepts, and theory of sociological
perspectives of human behavior.
SOC 208. INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGY (3 credits)
This course delves into the nature and extent of crime in the United States as well as criminal
delinquent behavior and theories of causation. The study includes criminal personalities,
principles of prevention, control, and treatment.
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SOC/CRJ 209. JUVENILE DELINQUENCY (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: SOC 200.
This course examines the causes of delinquency. It also reviews programs of prevention and
control of juvenile delinquency as well as the role of the courts.
SOC 247. MARRIAGE AND FAMILY (3 credits)
PREREQUISITE: SOC 200.
This course is a study of family structures and families in a modern society. It covers
preparation for marriage, as well as sociological, psychological, biological, and financial
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