Curriculum

This course teaches techniques for effective oral and written communication. In a workshop environment that features continual instructor and peer evaluation, students develop a process approach to writing and speaking. Students will write in a variety of genres and will reinforce rhetorical strategies pertaining to audience awareness while practicing oral delivery skills. A grade of C or better is required to pass the course.

Electives are non-specific courses available to complement the goals and interests of an individual student. Those electives preceded by two letters (for example "Sc Elective") means that you may choose a course from the group of "Sc" courses. Likewise, those courses with a numeric listing (for example "Sc 3XX Elective") means you may choose a course from the group of "Sc" courses with a number of 300 or above. Some electives may require that you take a prerequisite course before you can enroll in the course you want.

This course is designed to assist entering students in making a successful transition to life at Husson College. The goals of this mandatory course include personal development and campus community engagement. Students will work together to identify academic and social resources, to develop skills for academic and social success, to make meaningful connections with the campus community, and to develop academic and career goals. The course is experiential in nature and all course activities are directed toward fostering the above two goals.

This is a survey course designed to present a concise view of the significant and relevant experiences of western civilization. Emphasis is placed on the major events, institutions, ideas and creative works that have shaped western civilization.

Logic and Problem Solving: This course is designed to develop logical thought processes and to lead to critical forms of reading and thinking. Topics include statement forms and types of statement connectives. Techniques of problem solving are taught.

Contemporary College Algebra: Contemporary College Algebra provides students a college level academic experience that emphasizes the use of algebra and functions in problem solving and modeling, provides a foundation in quantitative literacy, supplies the algebra and other mathematics needed in partner disciplines, and helps meet quantitative needs in, and outside of, academia. Students address problems presented as real world situations by creating and interpreting mathematical models. Solutions to the problems are formulated, validated, and analyzed using mental, paper and pencil, algebraic, and technology-based techniques as appropriate. Four credit hours.: : : :

This is a scientifically based introduction to the discipline of psychology. It examines the study of basic patterns of behavior including motivation, learning, emotions, the physiological basis of behavior, human growth and development, personality theory and measurement, and abnormal and deviant behavior.

This course is an introduction to the study of society and the interaction of individuals within society. It is a prerequisite for all other courses in sociology. Topics studies include basic sociological theory and concepts, socialization, cultures, institutions, patterns of social structure, and social change. Some emphasis is placed on cultural relativity in modern society and the implications of cultural differences for business.

Speech: This introductory course develops students' ability to deliver and evaluate public speeches of both prepared and impromptu nature. Students explore connections between the written and spoken word. The significance of nonverbal language and listening skills is also emphasized.

ELECTIVE - HUMANITIES: Electives are non-specific courses available to complement the goals and interests of an individual student. Those electives preceded by two letters (for example "HU Elective") means that you may choose a course from the group of "HU" courses. Likewise, those courses with a numeric listing (for example "HU 3XX Elective") means you may choose a course from the group of "HU" courses with a number of 300 or above. Some electives may require that you take a prerequisite course before you can enroll in the course you want.: : : :

This course teaches techniques for effective oral and written communication. In a workshop environment that features continual instructor and peer evaluation, students develop a process approach to writing and speaking. Logical argumentation, academic conventions, and research-related skills are the primary focus. Public speeches are based on written assignments that incorporate various source materials. As students explore connections between the written and spoken word, the significance of nonverbal language and listening skills are emphasized. A grade of C or better is required to pass the course.

ELECTIVE - MATH: Electives are non-specific courses available to complement the goals and interests of an individual student. Those electives preceded by two letters (for example "MS Elective") means that you may choose a course from the group of "MS" courses. Likewise, those courses with a numeric listing (for example "MS 3XX Elective") means you may choose a course from the group of "MS" courses with a number of 300 or above. Some electives may require that you take a prerequisite course before you can enroll in the course you want.

ELECTIVE - SCIENCE: Electives are non-specific courses available to complement the goals and interests of an individual student. Those electives preceded by two letters (for example "Sc Elective") means that you may choose a course from the group of "Sc" courses. Likewise, those courses with a numeric listing (for example "Sc 3XX Elective") means you may choose a course from the group of "Sc" courses with a number of 300 or above. Some electives may require that you take a prerequisite course before you can enroll in the course you want.: : : :

Electives are non-specific courses available to complement the goals and interests of an individual student. "Open Electives" give students the option of choosing from a wide array of courses. If you are required to take an open elective, you have the freedom to choose courses that interest you beyond those specified as part of your program. Some electives may require that you take a prerequisite course before you can enroll in the course you want.

Introduction to Ethics: This course introduces students to important traditional ethical theories, new directions in moral thinking, and contemporary ethical controversies. It focuses on ethics as the practice of informed dialogue and principled behavior in a diverse and changing society and in the workplace.

ELECTIVE - SOCIAL SCIENCE: Electives are non-specific courses available to complement the goals and interests of an individual student. Those electives preceded by two letters (for example "Mi Elective") means that you may choose a course from the group of "Mi" courses. Likewise, those courses with a numeric listing (for example "Eh 3XX Elective") means you may choose a course from the group of "Eh" courses with a number of 300 or above. Some electives may require that you take a prerequisite course before you can enroll in the course you want.: : : :