Core Courses

CLS 101/102

EN 110 - Rhetoric I - Credits: 3

Required of all students, this course involves critical reading, listening, writing, speaking, and research. The concept of critical and evaluative thinking underlies all of the activities of the course. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of the College’s selected placement program.

EN 111 - Rhetoric II - Credits: 3

Building on the students’ experiences in Rhetoric I, this course emphasizes research in constructing arguments, metacognition in questioning and supporting intellectual positions, and refinements in style and tone in speaking and writing. Prerequisite: EN 110.

SO 301 - Multicultural Issues in Education and Society - Credits: 3

This course will provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of ethnic diversity and pluralism in the United States. The course will help students to work toward a more pluralistic philosophy which will be reflected in their instructional practices as pre-service teachers.

EN/AR/MU

300-400 Level Literature

HS/PS

CM 112 - College Algebra - Credits: 3

This college level algebra course covers operations involving polynomials and radical expressions, methods of solving quadratic equations, evaluating and graphing functions, and solving systems of equations and inequalities. Prerequisites:  EE 094  if required.

RS 300 - Christian Health Care Ethics - Credits: 3

An introduction to clinical health-care ethics with an emphasis on the current American consensus on health-care ethics.  The approach will be practical, developing a process for ethical decision making in the clinical setting in light of ethical principles, current Codes of Ethics, and Christian perspectives on clinical health-care issues

OR

PL 301 - Bioethics - Credits: 3

The course will explore the values and value decisions imbedded in the Health Care professions from a philosophical perspective.

RS/PL Elective

BL 101 - Biology I - Credits: 3 Lecture/ 2 Lab/ 4

The basic patterns of structure and functioning of organisms are studied at the molecular and cellular levels. The continuity of life through time is investigated through studies of genetics and evolution. Theories of the origins and early development of life are considered.

PY 204 - Child Development and Adolescence - Credits: 3

This course surveys biological,cognitive, social, and emotional development from conception through adolescence. Special attention is given to the diversity of characteristics resulting from the effects of heredity and the environment (including family and peer influences, education, and child abuse) on development of the individual.

PY 221 - Educational Psychology - Credits: 3

Focuses on psychoeducational theories which explain the teaching/learning process. Applications of various learning theories are discussed.

CS 103B - Communication Technologies Literacy Software Component - Credits: 2

This course consists of the integrated office suite portion of CS 103 covering current introductory word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation functions. Students completing this course through a dual-enrollment program should take CS 103A to fulfill the CS 103 requirement of the College.

OR

CS 302 - Technology in Education - Credits: 3

Intended for the pre-service teacher, this course will provide students with a solid foundation for understanding (1) the range of current technology available to elementary teachers and other professionals, (2) ways to evaluate technological applications, and (3) strategies of integrating technological innovations into professional settings. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.

SC 401 - Seminar in the Sciences - Credits: 3

Current scientific literature will be used to expand student knowledge and communication skills.  Students will examine journal articles and evaluate and synthesize the information and present it in a professional format. (This course may also be taken as BL 401.)

Major Courses

BL 312 - Principles of Biotechnology - Credits: 3

The basic principles underlying modern molecular biology are presented. Topics include: recombinant DNA technology, gene therapy, monoclonal antibodies, DNA finger printing, and the Human Genome project.

CH 100 - General Chemistry - Credits: 3 Lecture/ 2 Lab/ 4

This one semester course is designed to provide the student with an introduction to the principles of inorganic, organic, and biochemistry.

CH 301 - Organic Chemistry I - Credits: 3 Lecture/ 3 Lab/ 4

This course is an introduction to principles and theory of organic chemistry through the study of molecular structure and reaction mechanisms. The topics will include in-depth study of properties, nomenclature and mechanisms of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkylhalides, alcohols and ethers. Various types of isomerism and stereochemistry will be explored in both the classes of organic compounds and the reactions these compounds undergo. Different types of spectroscopy will be explored. Prerequisite: CH 100 or equivalent.

SC 103 - Applied Physics - Credits: 3 Lecture/2 Lab/4 Credits

An introduction to the basic principles of fluids, thermodynamics, waves, sound electricity and matter. Laboratory will involve the application of these principles. Prerequisite: CM 112 or equivalent.

SC 325 - The Sciences: An Integrated Approach I - Credits: 3

The structure and function of the physical universe and its components based upon the principles and discoveries of physics and chemistry.

SC 326 - The Sciences: An Integrated Approach II - Credits: 3

An exploration of the physical universe based upon the principles and discoveries of geology, astronomy, cosmology, and biology.  

SC 401 - Seminar in the Sciences - Credits: 3

Current scientific literature will be used to expand student knowledge and communication skills.  Students will examine journal articles and evaluate and synthesize the information and present it in a professional format. (This course may also be taken as BL 401.)

SC 404 - Cosmology and Culture - Credits: 3

Study of the historical and philosophical impact of astronomy on humankind’s view of our tenuous physical relationship to the universe from ancient times to the present. Discussion will include metaphysical implications with multicultural viewpoints.

SC 405 - Natural Disasters - Credits: 3

Study of the physical environment and natural processes of Earth that result in environmental change and human catastrophe.  Topics include human population growth, earth history, geography, climate and severe weather.  Events such as earthquakes, floods, volcanoes, hurricanes, blizzards, and tsunamis will be examined theoretically and with regard to specific case histories.

BL/CH/SC Electives (5

Other Courses

BL 102 - Biology II - Credits: 3 Lecture/ 2 Lab/ 4

The relationships of organisms to each other and their environment are explored by studies in ecology. The diversity of structure and function of organisms is investigated with variations in anatomy and physiology viewed as alternative solutions to the common problems of survival faced by all life forms. Prerequisite: BL 101 or equivalent.

SC 121 - Introduction to Astronomy - Credits: 3

An introduction to the origin, history and nature of the universe. Topics include historical astronomy, solar systems, stars, galaxies, and life elsewhere in the universe.

SC 125 - Introduction to Geology - Credits: 3

An introduction to the origin, history and nature of the Earth and its environs. Topics include volcanoes, earthquakes, rocks, minerals, and land forms.

SO 301 - Multicultural Issues in Education and Society - Credits: 3

This course will provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of ethnic diversity and pluralism in the United States. The course will help students to work toward a more pluralistic philosophy which will be reflected in their instructional practices as pre-service teachers.

Related Math Requirements

CM 220 - Introduction to Statistics - Credits: 3

An introduction to the fundamental methods of statistics, including topics in tabular and graphic representation; measures of central tendency and dispersion, binomial, Poisson, and normal distributions; probability sampling; statistical inference and hypothesis testing; chi-square and regression analysis. Prerequisites: EE 094  if required.

CM 305 - Statistical Research - Credits: 3

The course examines the three components of statistics: data collection, data description, and inference. Students will write simple programs using a statistical package and interpret the results. Prerequisites: CM 220 and CS 103.

Required Education Courses

ED 251 - Emergent Literacy - Credits: 3

In this course, students will learn developmentally appropriate strategies that foster awareness of print, letter naming, and phonemic awareness in young children. Students will develop techniques that enable young children to develop listening comprehension, vocabulary and language facility. Students will understand the relationship between early literacy experiences and later school success. Prerequisite: PY 204.

ED 320 - Applied Learning Strategies for the Exceptional Learner - Credits: 3

This course is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the needs and development of exceptional children in an inclusive setting. Students will learn the
application of curriculum, methods, materials, and activities for children with disabilities. The goals of this course are to acquaint the student with variations of legislation
concerning special-needs children and how to effectively teach children with special needs within an inclusive setting.

ED 375 - Introduction to Middle Grades and Secondary Education - Credits: 3

This course introduces students to middle grades and secondary education.  Students will discuss historical trends and current issues in U. S. Education, become familiar with the Pennsylvania curriculum, and develop observations and personal skills related to
performance and professional competencies.  ED 375 acquaints prospective teachers with the daily world of the public middle grades and secondary school.

ED 402 - Student Teaching - Credits: Fieldwork-16 wks/12

Student teachers will work with a mentor teacher in a preprimary or primary setting
(pre-kindergarten-3) and an intermediate setting (grades 4-6) for eight weeks each. Under the leadership of the mentor teacher, the student teacher assumes teaching responsibilities for the class, including classroom management and daily routines. Placements are arranged by the College supervisor in rural and urban classrooms. Prerequisite: ED 430. (Note: Student Teaching fee of $400 will be assessed.)

ED 445 - Methods of Secondary Science Education - Credits: 3

This course prepares students to evaluate and appropriately use materials and basic
teaching strategies employed by science teachers in the middle grades and secondary schools. Prerequisite:  Permission of Instructor.

PY 204 - Child Development and Adolescence - Credits: 3

This course surveys biological,cognitive, social, and emotional development from conception through adolescence. Special attention is given to the diversity of characteristics resulting from the effects of heredity and the environment (including family and peer influences, education, and child abuse) on development of the individual.

PY 221 - Educational Psychology - Credits: 3

Focuses on psychoeducational theories which explain the teaching/learning process. Applications of various learning theories are discussed.