^ * i i-i^^ -X1270.06 B81 Augusta State UNIVERSITY Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2011 with funding from LYRASIS IVIembers, Sloan Foundation and ASU Foundation http://www.archive.org/details/augustastateuniv1999augu LDllO.ffi, OCT 1 Q 2( Augusta State University University System of Georgia General Catalog 1999-2000 REESE LIBRARY - AUGUSTA STATE UNIVERSm Augusta State University Augusta, Georgia 30904-2200 This catalog is intended primarily to guide Augusta State University students through their chosen academic programs. Although the university takes pride in a good student advising system, the individual student bears the main responsibility for his or her program, and this catalog should be the basic source of information. Prospective students, parents, and high school counselors should find the information useful as well. Augusta State University is an equal educational opportunity institution in that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, creed, national origin, or handicap, be excluded from participation in or be otherwise subjected to discrimination by any educational program, activity, or facility. This is in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. An affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and this institution. While the provisions of this catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated, Augusta State University reserves the right to change any provision listed in this catalog, including but not limited to academic requirements for graduation, without actual notice to individual students. Every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes. Information on changes will be available in the Office of the Registrar. It is especially important that all students realize their individual responsibility to keep apprised of current graduation requirements for their particular degree programs. As part of an on-going effort to make this a better catalog -- accurate, up-to-date, and well organized - all Augusta State University students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to submit editorial suggestions for improvement. Such suggestions, dealing with inaccuracies, clarity, organization and presentation of information may be submitted at any time to: Russell E. Stullken Augusta State University Catalog Editor C/O Department of Biology (706)737-1539 rstullke@aug.edu A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Proudly located in the heart of Georgia's second largest city, Augusta State University is a dynamic member of the University System of Georgia. As one of the South's premier non-residential universities, Augusta State both strengthens and draws strength from its community. It measures its success by the success of its students. Here you will find dedicated faculty members, high expectations for students, and personal attention. We offer a wide range of undergraduate programs in the arts and sciences, in business administration, and in education. We offer graduate degrees in business, psychology, education, and public administration. Augusta State is an institution high in both quality and convenience. Many courses are offered in the evenings, and our array of services assist all students in their educational goals. If you have any questions about academic programs or services, please consult the directory of administrative offices at the back of this catalog. Our Office of Admissions (706-737-1 632) can answer any inquiries about admissions criteria, enrollment procedures, or the transfer of credit from other institutions. Welcome to Augusta State University! Sincerely yours. William A. Bloodworlh, Jr., Ph.D. President ACADEMIC CALENDAR 1999 - 2000* Fall 1999 Spring 2000 Application Deadline July 23 Dec 6 New Student Orient/Reg. Aug 16-17 Deo15 Registration Aug 18-20 Jan 5-7 Classes Begin Aug 23 Jan 10 Late Registration** Aug 23-25 Jan 10-12 Last Day Add/Drop Aug 25 Jan 12 Student Holiday Sep 6 Nov 25-26 Jan 17 Apr 3-7 Midterm Oct 14 Mar 2 Legislative Exams Aug 27 Jan 14 Regents Test Nov 1-2 Mar 27-28 Prereg. Next Term Nov 15-19 Apr 17-21 Fees Due For Next Term Nov 19 Apr 21 Classes End Decs Mayl Examinations Dec 9-14 May 3-5,8 Grades Due Dec 16 May 10 Graduation Dec 18 May 13 * The above dates were correct when this catalog went to press in Summer 1 999. Always refer to the most current edition of the academic calendar before making planning decisions. ** THERE IS A $15.00 ADDITIONAL FEE CHARGED FOR REGISTRATION ON THESE DAYS Contents Introduction to Augusta State University 1 History of ASU 1 ASU Mission Statement 3 Accreditations 1 Educational Goals 4 University System of Georgia . 2 Admissions Policies and Enrollment 5 Preparation of Application Former Students 14 Materials 5 ASU-Paine College Co- Admissions Requirements 7 enrollment 14 Freshman 7 International Studies: University College 9 Special Requirements . . 15 Transfer Students 10 Admissions Decisions and Transient Students 12 Notification 15 Other Non-Degree Preparing for Registration .... 16 Admissions Requirements 1 3 Financial Information 17 Fees & Other Costs 17 Waivers for Non-Resident Refunds & Withdrawals ... 19 Tuition 22 Georgia Resident Status . . 20 Financial Aid 24 Acquiring In-state Status . . 21 Academic Regulations and Information 25 Academic Standing & GPA . . 25 Graduation Requirements ... 31 Additional Baccalaureate Honors Program 35 Degree 28 Learning Support 36 Auditing a Course 28 Load/Overload 37 Class Attendance 28 Majors 38 Classification 29 Minors 38 Course Changes 29 Regents Testing Program Course Repeat Policy 29 (BOR Policy) 39 Course Substitution 30 Transient & Co-enrolled ASU Curriculum Changes 30 Students 41 Dean's Lists 30 Unit of Credit 41 Grade Changes 30 Withdrawal from a Course . . 42 Grading System 31 Where to Go - Information on Facilities, Services and Activities at ASU 43 Alumni Association 43 Conservatory Program 45 Athletics 43 Continuing Education 46 ASU Foundation 43 Cooperative Education 46 Bookstore 43 Counselling and Testing .... 46 Business Office 44 Cultural & Entertainment Career Center 44 Programs 47 Child Care Service 44 Disabilities Services 47 Computer Facilities 45 Endowed Professorships ... 48 Computer Labs 45 HIV Policy 49 Insurance 51 Library 51 Media Services 52 Performing Arts Theater .... 52 Public Relations & Publications Office 53 Public Safety Services 53 Research Center 53 Start-Up Center 53 Student Activities 54 Student Affairs 54 Student Government Assn . . 54 Student Organizations 54 Student Records 54 Veterans' Affairs 54 Web Site 55 Writing Center 55 Student Rights and Responsibilities 56 Academic Honesty 56 Student Academic Discipline 58 Grievances 59 Student Academic Appeals . . 58 Confidentiality of Student Records 65 Undergraduate Programs 67 Core Curriculum 68 Honors Program 70 College of Arts & Sciences . 72 College of Education 171 College of Business Administration 185 Graduate Programs .... College of Arts & Sciences 1 94 College of Education 201 193 College of Business Administration 225 Course Descriptions 228 Directories Board of Regents 381 BOR Officers & Staff 381 ASU Senior Officers 381 ASU Foundation Board of Trustees 382 ASU Alumni Association Officers 382 . 381 Faculty Listing 382 Emeritus Faculty 389 Administrative Offices 392 Academic Departments . . . 392 Campus Services 392 Index 394 INTRODUCTION TO AUGUSTA STATE UNIVERSITY A Brief History of Augusta State University The principles of equality and opportunity that animated the American Revolution are at the root of Augusta State University's historic mission. In 1783 the state of Georgia was newly free of British rule and undertook a broad effort to extend educational opportunity throughout the state. One of the first steps was to charter the Academy of Richmond County. The Academy offered secondary diplomas and post-secondary instruction which prepared students for their junior year at major American universities. In 1925, post-secondary instruction was assigned to the newly formed Junior College of Augusta, the first public junior college in the state of Georgia. When the site of the Augusta Arsenal, formerly the estate of Freeman Walker, was given to educational purposes, the Junior College moved to its present location. From the century old oaks and magnolias of the former estate to the thick masonry of the old Augusta Arsenal, the campus remains rich in reminders of bygone eras and its military origins. The institution changed its name to Augusta College in 1 958 when it became a part of the University System of Georgia. Augusta College continued to grow in size and programs: the first four year degrees were awarded in 1967 and graduate degrees in 1 973. Now, more than 50 associate, bachelor, masters, and specialist degree programs are offered. On June 12, 1996, the college became Augusta State University. As a member of the University System of Georgia, Augusta State University is the primary public institution of higher learning in the state's second largest city. While it shares the technological and innovative resources of the University System, it maintains the historical roots that make the learning experience as unique as the campus itself. The university is well known for its dedication to expanding educational opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds, with a special emphasis on service to Georgians in the Central Savannah River Area. We express this dedication in the first sentence of our mission statement, the central point of reference for all our academic and other programs (The full text of the ASU Mission Statement begins on page 3.): Augusta State University is committed to excellence in teaching, ad- vancement of knowledge, and enrichment of the community in a climate which fosters humane values and a life-long love of learning. Accreditations Augusta State University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1 866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award Associate's, Augusta State University Catalog 1 Bachelor's, Master's and Specialist's degrees. The College of Business Administration is fully accredited by the AACSB-The International Association for Management Education. All teacher education degree programs for elementary, special, secondary, and P-12 teachers, administrators, counsellors, and supervisors, are approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission and accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). The nursing program is accredited by the National League for Nursing and approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing. The music programs are ac- credited by the National Association of Schools of Music. The University System of Georgia The University System of Georgia includes all state-operated institutions of higher education in Georgia -4 research universities, 2 regional universities, 13 state universities, 2 state colleges, and 13 two year colleges. These 34 public institutions are located throughout the state. The University System's mailing address is 270 Washington Street, S.W. Atlanta, Georgia 30334. A 15-member constitutional Board of Regents governs the University System, which has been in operation since 1932. Appointments of Board members are made by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the State Senate. The regular term of Board members is seven years. The Chairperson, the Vice Chairperson, and other officers of the Board are elected by the members of the Board. The Chancellor, who is not a member of the Board, is the chief executive officer of the Board and the chief administrative officer of the University System. The policies of the Board of Regents provide a high degree of autonomy for each institution. The executive head of each institution is the President, whose election is recommended by the Chancellor and approved by the Board. State appropriations for the University System are requested by, made to, and allocated by the Board of Regents. The overall programs and services of the University System are offered through three major components: Instruction, Public Service/Continuing Education, and Research. Instruction consists of programs of study leading toward degrees, ranging from the associate (two-year) level to the doctoral level, and certificates. Requirements for admission of students to instructional programs at each institution are determined, pursuant to policies of the Board of Regents, by the institution. The Board establishes minimum academic standards and leaves to each institution the prerogative to establish higher standards. Applications for admission should be addressed in all cases to the institutions. Public Service/Continuing Education consists of non-degree activities, primarily, and special types of college-degree-credit courses. The non-degree activities are of several types, including short courses, seminars, conferences, lectures, and consultative and advisory sen/ices in a large number of areas of interest. Typical college-degree-credit public sen/ice/continuing education courses are those offered through extension center programs. Augusta State University Catalog Research encompasses investigations conducted primarily for discovery and application of knowledge. These investigations cover matters related to the educational objectives of the institutions and to general societal needs. Most of the research is conducted through the universities; however, some of it is conducted through the state colleges. Augusta State University l\/lission Statement Augusta State University is committed to excellence in teaching, advancement of knowledge, and enrichment of the community in a climate that fosters humane values and a life-long love of learning. With origins in the founding of the Academy of Richmond County in 1783 and the creation of a separate Junior College of Augusta in 1925, its mission is predicated on the cultural, social, and economic value of a strong liberal arts education. This enlarges its students' individual versatility, creative powers, cultural appreciation, knowledge of the world, respect for others, and professional expertise. Augusta State University strives to be a national model of excellence for its quality of service to the second largest metropolitan area in Georgia. With a broad array of undergraduate programs and a select offering of graduate programs below the doctoral level, it functions as a metropolitan, non-residential university for the area. Open to the voices of all its members, the University serves a population diverse in race, background, age and preparation. It provides access not only to those who are fully ready for college but also to the under prepared who show potential and to those seeking the kind of academic challenge normally associated with elite, private institutions. Emphasizing student-faculty contact, the University fosters intellectual growth through learning assistance, honors courses, and student research. It promotes electronic information technologies and links students with the world community of scholarship. The University collaborates with the Medical College of Georgia, Paine College, Augusta Technical Institute, Fort Gordon, and P-1 2 schools, it makes constant, programmatic use of local industries, agencies, and institutions as laboratories for practical learning experiences. In an area with a large health care industry, it provides undergraduate general education courses for the Medical College students, prepares students to enter programs at that institution, and educates others who work in the medical field. It is also the principal source of training for the area's teachers and business leaders. Augusta State University is acutely conscious of its responsibility to a community where its graduates become teachers and artists, professionals and civic leaders. It seeks to serve: enriching its area culturally, improving economic and social Augusta State University Catalog 3 conditions, and promoting personal and professional development. To these ends, the University cultivates intellectually vital faculty members who are excellent in teaching, active in research, generous in service, and committed to its mission. The University also strives to have its faculty, staff, curriculum and programs reflect the increasing diversity of the population and world from which its students come. Devoted to constant improvement, the University assesses its performance by evaluating its stewardship of resources, responsiveness to area needs, involvement with its community, the response of the public it serves, and, most importantly, the success of the students it educates. Educational Goals 1 . To provide students with a strong foundation in the liberal arts and sciences. 2. To offer a broad array of undergraduate programs and a select offering of graduate programs below the doctoral level. 3. To provide access to higher education for both those that are fully ready for college and those who are under-prepared but show potential, and to those seeking the kind of academic challenge normally associated with elite, private institutions. 4. To foster intellectual growth through learning assistance, honors courses, and student research. 5. To promote electronic information technologies and link students with the world community of knowledge. 6. To provide undergraduate general iducation courses for MCG, prepare students to enter programs at MCG, and educate others to work in the medical field. 7. To provide training for the area's teachers and business leaders. 8. To ennch the community culturally, to improve economic and social conditions in the area, and to promote personal and professional development for area citizens. 9. To develop and maintain an intellectually vital faculty who are excellent in teaching, active in research, generous in service, and committed to the mission of the university. 10. To have the faculty, staff, curriculum, and programs reflect the increasing diversity of the population and world from which the university's students come. Augusta State University Catalog UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS POLICIES AND ENROLLMENT The Admissions staff extends best wishes for the new academic year. We encourage you and your family to visit the campus. Our office hours are from 8.00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m, Monday - Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, plus 9:00 a.m. to noon, the first Saturday of each month. Augusta State University offers the unique advantages of outstanding academic programs, a convenient location, flexible class scheduling, and very affordable cost. Our faculty members truly enjoy teaching and sincerely endeavour to assist all students in obtaining their educational goals. We invite you to learn more about the various benefits and opportunities at Augusta State University by scheduling an appointment with an Admission Representative at either (706) 737-1632 or (800)341-4373. Carol Giardina, Acting Director of Admissions Assistant Dean of Enrollment Services PREPARA TION OF APPLICA TION MA TERIALS To seek admission to the university, you must file an official application for admis- sion with the Office of Admissions. If you need an application, write or visit the Admissions Office in The Benet House, 2500 Walton Way (1 0), Augusta, Georgia 30904-2200, or phone us at (706)737-1632 or (800)341-4373. Applications and materials are free. The application and all supporting documents should be received by the Admissions Office no later than 30 days prior to the beginning of the semester in which you plan to enroll. Applications and documents received after this deadline will be processed; however, no guarantee can be made for admission for that semester. A $20.00 non-refundable application fee must accompany the application. A high school candidate may submit an application for admission after the junior year Is completed. Because additional time is required for processing, international student applicants should apply at least 90 days prior to the beginning of the desired semester. If you do not register in the semester for which you are admitted and wish to attend a later semester, you should inform the Office of Admissions at least 30 days prior to the desired semester of entrance. If one year has expired since the initial application and you have not yet attended, you must re-apply and re-submit all supporting documents. Required Documents: Undergraduates It is the responsibility of the applicant to request that official documents required for admission be sent directly from the previous institutions to the Office of Augusta State University Catalog Admissions. Documents that have been faxed or that have been In the hands of the applicant, such as student copy transcripts or letters, grade reports, diplomas, or graduation lists, are not official. The documents must be issued and mailed directly by the registrar of the previous institution(s) in a sealed envelope. These documents become a part of the applicant's permanent record and will not be returned. Candidates are considered when all required documents have been received. Notification of acceptance is by mail. The Office of Admissions needs the following: Official Application Form: A candidate seeking admission must file an official application for admission prior to the specified deadline. An application may be obtained from the Office of Admissions and local high schools. Care should be taken to read the directions accompanying the application and provide all information requested. An incomplete application will cause delay and may be returned to the candidate. Application Fee ($20, Non-refundable): This processing fee is required from all applicants who have not previously enrolled at ASU. Official Transcript(s) of Courses Completed: A freshman candidate should ask his or her guidance department to send an official copy of the secondary school record. A transfer candidate should ask the registrar from each accredited college attended to send an official transcript of grades (a separate transcript from each college). A holder of a G ED certificate must request that an official score report be sent to the Augusta State University Admissions Office. Documents must be received by the Office of Admissions before the acceptance is final. Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or the American College Testing Program (ACT) scores: A freshman candidate is required to submit SAT scores of the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) or the ACT score of the American College Testing Program. A holder of the GED certificate is also required to submit SAT or ACT scores. A transfer candidate who has earned fewer than 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) of transferable credit must also submit SAT or ACT results. The CEEB college code number assigned to Augusta State University is 5336. For information concerning test dates and centers, consult your high school or college guidance office. PLEASE NOTE: ASU uses the re-centered scale of the SAT to determine whether students meet the minimum admissions requirements. All original SAT scores received will be converted to the re-centered scale. Immunization: All new students enrolling in schools within the University System of Georgia are required to provide proof of immunization for mumps, measles, and rubella or to provide a valid reason for exemption. This documentation, including dates of all required immunizations and the signature and address of a health care provider, must be submitted to the appropriate admitting office prior to registration for classes. Certificate of Immunization forms are available in the Office of Admissions. [Failure to meet this requirement will prohibit registration for classes.] Augusta State University Catalog ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Admissions requirements depend on the degree program you wisli to enter. For fresiiman admissions, further information is available from the Office of Admissions. (See above for hours and phone numbers.) Freshman Admissions Requirements Normal Freshmen. Every applicant for freshman admission must be a high school graduate from a regionally accredited or Georgia Accrediting Commission (GAC) recognized secondary school. High school students who receive a "Certificate of Attendance" do not satisfy the graduation requirements. In addition, to gain regular admission to the university, the applicant must have completed the entire College Preparatory Curriculum (CPC), 15 units, in high school. The required CPC is listed below: English: 4 Units Required Mathematics: Algebra, 2 Units Required; Geometry, 1 Unit Required (Freshman applicants for 2001 and beyond will be required to have completed an additional unit of higher mathematics.) Science: 3 Units Required. Social Science: 3 Units Required. Foreign Language: The same foreign language, 2 Units Required. (Freshman applicants for 2001 and beyond will be required to have completed 1 additional mathematics and 2 other additional CPC units.) In the determination of eligibility for freshmen admissions, the most important consideration is the Freshman Index. The Freshman Index is determined by a formula which uses two variables: the high school average computed on academic courses, and the SAT (or ACT) scores. The following formula is used to compute the SAT Freshman Index: Freshman Index = SAT Verbal + SAT Math + (High School Academic GPA x 500) For students submitting ACT scores, the following formula is used to compute the ACT Freshman Index: Freshman Index = (GPA x 500) + (ACT Composite x 42) + 88 Regular Admission: For regular freshman admission, specific requirements are as follows: Freshman Index > 1830 Test Scores: SAT Verbal score of 430+ and a SAT Math score of 400+ or ACT English and Mathematics score of >1 7 College Preparatory Curriculum (CPC): 13 units, must have been completed in high school. Augusta State University Catalog Limited Admission: Freshman applicants who show potential but fail to satisfy any one of the requirements above may be eligible for limited admission if they meet the following criteria listed below: Freshman Index > 1640 Test Scores: SAT Verbal score of 400+ and a SAT Math score of 370+ or ACT English score of at least 12 and ACT Math score of at least 14 College Preparatory Curriculum (CPC): must have earned 1 3 units in high school. GED Freshmen/Home Schooled Freshmen. Applicants with GED certificates must present official certificates (issued and sent directly by the testing center or State Board of Education) with scores that meet the requirements for the issuing state. GED applicants (who should have graduated from high school in the past five years), or home-schooled students (whose program is not regionally accredited) and students who have attended high schools not regionally accredited or approved by the GAC will be required to submit SATII subject examinations to validate their CPC requirements. Other acceptable tests to validate subject achievement are the Iowa Test for Academic Proificiency (ITAP) and the California Achievement Test (CAT). The SATII schedule and score requirements are listed below. SATII SUBJECT TEST PROPOSED SCORE English Writing 520 American History & Social Studies 560 Math IC 500 Biology 485 Chemistry 540 Physics 590 Fall 1999: Five (5) SAT 1 1 Subject Tests English Writing Math IC American History & Social Studies Chemistry, Biology or Physics One additional test from the following: Literature, World History, an additional science - Chemistry or Biology or Physics Collegiate Placement Examination Freshman applicants who show potential but fail to satisfy any one of the freshman requirements listed below, or are classified as Life Enrichment, will be required to take a diagnostic examination at the university, the Collegiate Placement Examination (CPE). (1) Completion of the English or Mathematics portion of the CPC. Augusta State University Catalog (2) Satisfactory achievement of SAT Verbal Score of 430, or ACT English of 17 (3) Satisfactory achievement of SAT IVIath Score of 400, or ACT Math of 1 7 The Office of Admissions will notify the applicant by mail as to the specific date and time of the College Placement Examination. Based on the results of the exam, the applicant will be admitted, placed in Learning Support, or denied admission to the university. If accepted, the student shall complete any Learning Support requirements indicated. If denied, after one academic semester has passed, the applicant must document attempts to improve his or her academic skills before being reconsidered for admission. College Preparatory Curriculum Requirements Applicants who are admitted to the university but fail to satisfy the College Preparatory Curriculum requirements for science, social science, or foreign language will be required to complete, with a grade of C or better, at least one college course in each area of deficiency within the first 30 semester hours earned. In the case of students who have completed no high school foreign language course, two college courses in the same foreign language will be required, with a grade of C or better in each. No credit earned in these courses will be applied to the requirements of the university degree. Admission to University College University College is a two-year unit of Augusta State University designed to assist Georgia resident students who live within a fifty mile radius but do not meet the admissions requirements for the university. Applicants who do not meet regular admissions standards will be reviewed for consideration for admission to University College. To be considered for admission to University College for the 1 999-2000 academic year, the student must satisfy specific prevailing University College criteria. All Freshman Categories and Transfer students are all subject to University College review. Contact the Office of Admissions for details. Other Freshman Categories Life Enrichment Student Admissions Requirements: A life enrichment applicant is one who files a completed application form, has graduated from high school or the equivalent, has not attended high school or college in the past five years, and has earned no more than 14 transferable semester hours (20 quarter hours) of college credit. Although neither the American College Test (ACT) nor the Scholastic Aptitude Test is required of Life Enrichment applicants, the Collegiate Placement Examination (CPE) will be required for admission consideration. The applicant will be admitted, placed in Learning Support, or denied admission to the university based on the results of the exam. If accepted, the student shall complete any Augusta State University Catalog Learning Support requirements indicated. Students who fail to meet the Life Enrichment admissions requirements may be required to submit SAT or ACT scores. Early Admission Requirements for High School Students: Under exceptional circumstances, a high school student may be admitted to Augusta State University at the end of his or her junior year. This enrollment is available to the student who demonstrates both academic and social readiness for college. To be eligible for admission consideration, the student must have: (1 ) an overall "B" high school average in academic courses from grades 9-1 1 (2) a combined SAT score of 1100 or higher (or equivalent ACT score), including a minimum Verbal score of 490 and Math score of 450 to take those respective courses. (3) an on-track completion of the College Preparatory Curriculum (CPC) (4) a written recommendation from the high school principal or counsellor (5) a letter of consent from the parent or legal guardian (6) a personal interview with a university admissions officer Joint Enrollment Admission Requirements for High School Students: A qualified high school student may enroll for college courses while completing his or her enrollment in high school as a junior or senior. This type of enrollment is primarily designed to provide the opportunity to take courses not available in the high school curriculum. To be eligible for admission consideration, the student must have completed the sophomore year of high school and have: (1) an overall "B" high school average in all academic courses completed (2) a combined SAT score of 1 1 00 or higher (or equivalent ACT score), including a minimum Verbal score of 490 and Math score of 450, to take those respective courses. (3) a written recommendation from the high school principal or counsellor (4) a letter of consent from the parent or legal guardian (5) a personal interview with a university admissions officer If the SAT verbal score is 490 and the math score is 450, a student accepted into this program will be permitted to enroll in any course for which he or she is prepared. Transfer Student Admissions Requirements An applicant who has previously attended a regionally accredited institution of higher education and who is not classified as a Life Enrichment student is considered a transfer student. Under the University System Board of Regent's policy a transfer applicant cannot be considered for admission unless the transcript of the college or university last attended shows honourable discharge or unless the officials of the institution last attended recommend the applicant's admission. If two or more calendar years have elapsed since the applicant's dismissal from the last college or university attended, Augusta State University may review the application according to its normal procedures. Transfer students are divided into three categories as listed below for regular admission: 10 Augusta State University Catalog (1) Fewer than 30 transferable semester hours: Meet prevailing freshman admissions requirements. (2) At least 30 transferable semester hours but not 24 semester hours of transferable core curriculum credit (Areas A-E), including College Composition I and either College Algebra or Introduction to Mathematical Modelling: must meet prevailing freshman admissions requirements or take the Collegiate Placement Examination. (3) 30 transferrable semester hours with 24 of those hours being core curriculum credit (Areas A-E), including: College Composition I and either College Algebra or Mathematical Modelling: must have at least a a 2.0 or greater for non-probationary entrance. All others will be reviewed for possible entrance into Augusta State University on probation, or University College. Transfer applicants who fall into category #3: and have <1 .6 overall transfer GPA will be denied admission to ASU. All transfer applicants with an overall transfer GPA between 1.6 and 2.0 will be reviewed for possible entrance into ASU or University College. Students transferring into ASU with an overall transfer GPA of <2.0 will admitted on probation. These students must achieve at least a 2.0 GPA in their first term at Augusta State University to revoke the probationary status. Those who fail to achieve a 2.0 will be placed on suspension. The transfer applicant whose only attendance has been at a regionally accredited technical college in a "Non-College Transfer Program" is considered a freshman applicant and must satisfy freshman admission requirements. Evaluation of Transfer Credit. An evaluation of accepted transferable credits is made by the Office of the Registrar. A complete transfer evaluation report will be mailed to the student once he or she is accepted by the university and all official transcripts have been received from each college previously attended. The basic policy regarding the acceptance of courses by transfer is to allow credit for courses completed with satisfactory grades in other accredited colleges, provided the courses correspond in content to courses offered at Augusta State University. Additional validation will be required for courses taken at another institution that were previously completed with a penalty grade at Augusta State University. In addition, credit earned at accredited technical colleges may not transfer unless the credit was earned in a designated college transfer program. Advanced Placement Credit and Credit by Examination Advanced Placement: A qualified student who has taken college-level work in secondary schools may receive academic credit. Examinations used to determine advanced placement are the Advanced Placement Test of the College Entrance Augusta State University Catalog 11 Examination Board and The Achievement Tests in English Composition and intermediate Mathematics (Level 1). A final determination of credit is made after results have been evaluated by the university. Credit by Examination: College credits are traditionally earned through attendance in scheduled classes. However, some courses are amenable to credit by examination. A student currently enrolled who presents satisfactory evidence that he or she is qualified in a particular subject may receive credit for a course by an examination approved by the appropriate instructional department, or through the College Level Examination Program (CLEP). Satisfactory evidence may be, but is not limited to, work experience, non-credit courses, course work taken at non-accredited institutions, or military courses. There is a $3 per credit hour fee for credit by departmental examination. A student may take challenge examinations before enrolling, but will receive credit for courses challenged only after successfully completing six semester hours at Augusta State University. Courses in which a student is or has been enrolled may not be challenged, and courses which require demonstrations and application of skills (practical, laboratory sciences, and courses requiring field work or performance, for example) may be challenged only with the permission of the chairperson of the department offering the course. Credit by examination is listed as such on the transcript along with the course number, title, and hours of credit; however, no grade is assigned and the credit is not included in computing the Grade Point Average. Credit by examination is limited to 10 semester hours in a discipline and 30 semester hours in the university. A current list of tests available for credit by examination for courses offered at Augusta State University may be obtained from the Counselling and Testing Center (737-1472) or the Office of Admissions. Transient Student Admissions Requirements A transient student is a degree candidate at another institution who is granted the privilege of temporary registration at Augusta State University. To apply for admission as a transient student you must: (1) File a completed application form. (2) Submit a letter of permission confirming good standing from the registrar of the college in which you are enrolled or matriculated. In addition, submit an official transcript from your home institution. You can be admitted to Augusta State University as a transient student only if you are currently eligible for re-admission to your home institution. (3) If you wish to enroll in courses for which prerequisites are required, you must, prior to registration, give the department chair a transcript(s) showing successful completion of required prerequisite courses. This requirement may be waived only by the permission of the department chair. 12 Augusta State University Catalog As a transient student you will be required to adhere to the same academic standards that govern regularly enrolled students. You may renew your status for additional enrollment periods for a maximum of two semesters per calendar year. For an exception of a third semester, you must submit written approval from your home institution and notify the Augusta State University Admissions Office at least 30 days prior to the scheduled registration for the third enrollment period. If financial aid is needed, transient students must approach the home institution's Financial Aid Office to request a consortium agreement for financial aid purposes. Additional Degree Admissions Requirements An Additional Degree applicant is classified as a student who has successfully completed a baccalaureate degree at a regionally accredited institution, and wishes to pursue a second undergraduate degree at Augusta State University. To apply as an Additional Degree student, you must: (1) File a completed application form. (2) Submit official transcripts from all colleges attended. (3) Complete an interview with an admissions officer. Once the applicant has been accepted a transfer evaluation of credit will be completed by the Office of the Registrar for those courses that are pertinent to the desired program. Non-degree Admissions Requirements "Non-degree student" is a classification reserved for the student interested in en- rolling at Augusta State University for credit without pursuing a college degree. The non-degree student may be a transient student (see above), or a special student. A special student is not a degree candidate at Augusta State University or at another educational institution. A candidate for this type of limited enrollment seeks instruction in particular courses for personal or professional purposes. This classification may include post-baccalaureate, post-graduate, and audit students. If you hold a baccalaureate degree or graduate degree from a regionally accredited college and wish to enroll in undergraduate courses as a non-degree student, then you must request that an official transcript be sent to the admissions office from the college or university which awarded the highest degree. Each applicant for admission as a special student must: (1) File a completed application form. (2) Provide evidence of satisfactory past academic work at the secondary or post-secondary level. (3) Satisfy all other admission requirements as determined by the Office of Admissions. Augusta State University Cataiog 13 Senior Citizens Admission Requirements Georgia residents 62 years of age or older are eligible to enroll in units of the University System free of charge on a space available basis. Senior citizens from Aiken and Edgefield Counties qualify for the contiguous county tuition waiver and pay in-state tuition and fees. (See Waivers, page 22.) Senior citizens who pay tuition are not required to register on a space available basis. Former Student Readmission Requirements If you have attended any other college or university since your last enrollment at Augusta State University, regardless of how long you have been away from ASU, you must re-apply through the Office of Admissions. In addition, you must provide the Office of Admissions with official transcripts of all college work attempted since your last enrollment in Augusta State University. Failure to provide required transcripts may result in loss of credit or dismissal from Augusta State University. If you have not enrolled in Augusta State University, or attended any other college or university for four consecutive semesters, you must apply for readmission through the Office of the Registrar at least 30 days before the desired semester of re-entry. In order to determine degree requirements as a returning student, see the entry for "Graduation Requirements" in the "Academic Handbook" section of this catalog. Augusta State University-Paine College Co-enrollment Augusta State University and Paine College offer co-enrollment for students who want courses that are not offered at the student's home institution during a given semester or for students who have schedule conflicts that may be resolved by co- enrollment. If you are enrolled at one institution for the equivalent of at least six semester hours of course work you may enroll for three or more semester hours of course work at the other institution. Courses for co-enrolled students from Paine College are offered on a space available basis, after the registration period for Augusta State University students. If you wish to enroll in courses for which prerequisites are required, you must, prior to registration, give the department chair transcript(s) showing successful completion of required prerequisite courses. This requirement may be waived only by the permission of the department chair. Submit your application for co-enrollment to the other institution at least two weeks prior to the scheduled registration date. Applications are available from the Registrar's Office at Augusta State University. You will pay all fees required of 14 Augusta State University Catalog a full-time student at your home institution. If you wish to register for an overload, you must satisfy the overload requirements of your home institution. International Students: Special requirements If you are not a U.S. citizen or resident, ask the Office of Admissions to send you its special information and an international application for international students. In addition to satisfying the regular requirements for admission, you must provide documented evidence of adequate financial support to meet educational and personal expenses. The prescribed method tor demonstrating English proficiency is the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The TOEFL is required for freshman, non-native English speaking applicants who completed secondary school outside the U.S. Secondary School system, or who completed high school within the U.S. Secondary School System, but fail to meet any one of our specific requirements for regular freshman admissions. The TOEFL is also required of the transfer applicants who lack credit for College Composition I (ENGL 1 101). A minimum total score of 500 is required for admissions consideration. In addition to the TOEFL, international students must provide official SAT I scores. The test scores should be forwarded directly from the testing agencies to the Office of Admissions. All international academic post-secondary transcript(s) must be forwarded to the following agency for a "catalog match" evaluation before the Office of Admissions can process your application for admissions. Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. P.O. Box 92970 Milwaukee, Wl 53202-0970 USA (414)289-3400 To see if you are eligible for resident tuition fees, see the paragraph on "International Students" in the "Waivers" section (page 22). Because additional processing time is required for international students, you should submit the application and all supporting documents at least 90 days prior to the desired semester of entrance. The Certificate of Eligibility (Form 1-20) cannot be forwarded to you until an offer of acceptance has been extended. ADMISSIONS DECISIONS AT AUGUSTA STATE UNIVERSITY Graduate and undergraduate applications to Augusta State University are considered on an individual basis. After all required data has been received, you will be notified by letter of the action taken. Although the University System of Georgia sets certain minimum standards for admission, the individual institutions retain the right to impose additional requirements. Accordingly, the university reserves the right to refuse admission to any applicant who, in its judgment, is not qualified to pursue work at Augusta State University. Such a decision may be Augusta State University Catalog 15 based on a variety of factors: social maturity, character, or intellectual potential as indicated by previous academic work and appropriate examinations. Similarly, the university reserves the right to determine the level of admission. Clearly, some students exhibit superior academic achievement and will enter at an advanced level and receive some college credit. Other students will enter Learning Support courses that attempt to provide the academic experiences and counselling designed to aid the student in overcoming his or her academic deficiencies. Undergraduate Admissions Decision Notification You will be notified by letter as to the conditions of acceptance. Included in the same mailing will be orientation and registration dates and the assigned department for advising. If you are accepted on an unofficial or incomplete transcript, a final and official transcript is required before the admission is final. If this information has not been received by the day of registration, you may register on a conditional basis for one semester only. Registration for the succeeding semester will not be permitted unless the required document has been received. Under certain conditions, the university may release admissions decisions to high schools and colleges. PREPARING FOR REGISTRATION After admission, we will send you an information packet which includes registration, details, document requests, and special program information. You should read these materials carefully and supply any requested information prior to registration. Graduate students should consult with their departmental advisers. For under- graduates, the best first resource is the university's START UP Center (731- 7979). The center combines a variety of student advising and transition support programs designed to assist students in achieving their educational goals and accessing the full range of campus services and learning opportunities. Located on the third floor of Washington Hall, the START UP Center is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and until 4:30 p.m. on Friday during the semester. Between academic semesters, the office closes at 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The START-UP Center offers a series of informational opportunities referred to as OARS (Orientation, Advising, Registration, Special programs). These transition support programs make registration simple and provide a wide range of support for undergraduates new to the campus. General information on these programs is included in the acceptance packet. An Orientation Program for new students is offered at the beginning of each semester, which includes the opportunity to register with the aid of an academic advisor. 16 Augusta State University Catalog FINANCIAL INFORMATION FEES AND OTHER COSTS Registration at tlie beginning of eacii semester is not complete until all general fees have been paid and no student may be admitted to classes without having met his or her financial obligations. Expenses are charged and payable by the semester since each semester consti- tutes a separate unit of operations. You may enroll at the beginning of any - semester. To ensure sound financial operation and conformity with the policies of the Board of Regents, certain regulations must be observed. Tuition and fees may be paid in cash, by check. Visa Card, MasterCard, or Discover Card. All payments are made in the Business Office, except for credit card payments, which may also be made through ASTRO by phone. A $25.00 service charge is assessed on any check that is not paid on presentation to the bank on which It Is drawn. A student is given ten working days to clear a returned check given to pay tuition and fees. If the check is not cleared within the specified period, the student's enrollment is canceled and the check Is given to Public Safety for collection. Augusta State University reserves the right to withhold all records (diplomas, tran- scripts, etc.) and/or revoke enrollment of students who fail to meet financial obligations to Augusta State University. All matriculation charges, board, room rent, or other charges are subject to change at the end of any semester. Fees and charges are set forth below: Application Fee, non-refundable Undergraduate Fees Matriculation Fee Fewer than 12 credit hours (per hour) 12 or more credit hours (full-time) Non-Resident Fee Fewer than 12 credit hours (per hour) 12 or more credit hours (full-time) Student Services Fee Athletic Fee Transportation Fee TOTAL for full-Time Study Graduate Fees Matriculation Fee Fewer than 12 credit hours (per-hour) 12 or more credit hours (full-time) Non-Resident Fee Fewer than 12 credit hours (per-hour) 12 or more credit hours (full-time) Student Services Fee Athletic Fee Transportation Fee TOTAL for Full-time Study Augusta State University Catalog 17 Residents of Non-Residents of Georgia $ 20.00 of Georgia $ 20.00 76.00 904.00 76.00 904.00 40.00 94.00 3.00 $1,041.00 226.00 2,712.00 40.00 94.00 3.00 $3,753.00 91.00 1 ,085.00 91.00 1 ,085.00 40.00 94.00 3.00 $1,222.00 272.00 3,255.00 40.00 94.00 3.00 $4,477.00 Late Registration 15.00 15.00 Graduation 25.00 25.00 Transcripts free free Course Credit by Examination, per hour 3.00 3.00 Motor Vehicle Registration Fee 15.00 15.00 Application Fee. A fee of $20 must accompany a prospective student's applica- tion for admission. This fee is not refundable and does not apply toward registra- tion or matriculation fees. Matriculation Fee. The matriculation fee is charged to each student. The fee for undergraduate students who enroll in 12 or more semester hours is $904 per semester. The fee for undergraduate students who enroll in fewer than 12 semester hours is $76 per semester hour. The fee for graduate students who enroll in 1 2 or more semester hours is $1 ,085 per semester. The fee for graduate students who enroll in fewer than 12 semester hours is $91 per semester hour. Non-Resident Fee. The non-resident fee is charged to students who are not classified as Georgia residents for tuition purposes. This fee is charged in addition to the matriculation fee. See the above listing for the appropriate fee. This fee may be waived for residents of Aiken and Edgefield counties in South Carolina. This fee may also be waived for other reasons as approved by the Board of Regents. See pages 20 and 21 for information regarding classification of a student as a resident or a non-resident. See page 22 for information regarding non-resident fee waivers. Contact the Offices of Admissions or Student Records for more information. Student Services Fee. A $40 Student Services Fee per semester is charged to each student. This fee defrays expenses for essential student services not covered in the instructional and educational budget. Athletic Fee. A $94 Athletic Fee per semester is charged to each student. These funds support the men's and women's varsity athletic programs. Motor Vehicle Registration Fee. All student motor vehicles must be registered in order to park in designated student lots on the ASU campus. An annual permit, valid for the full academic year, costs $1 5. A permit for the spring semester and summer term costs $1 2. A permit for the summer term only costs $8. A second permit costs $8. The university assumes no responsibility for any damage to or loss of a motor vehicle or other personal property from within a motor vehicle parked on campus. Transportation Fee. Transportation is provided by Augusta Public Transit to students between the main campus and the Forest Hills campus. Students pay a nominal transportation fee of $3 for this service. The fee also entitles all students enrolled at Augusta State University to free service on all routes served by Augusta Public Transit. Late Registration. Any student who does not register and pay fees at the time designated for registration in the University Calendar is charged a late registration fee of $15. Graduation Fee. A $25 fee is charged each graduate for a diploma, for processing the application, and to support the graduation ceremony. This is pay- able when the student applies for graduation-no later than the mid-term date of the semester preceding the final semester of course work. Should a student fail to meet the requirements for graduation after paying the graduation fee, there is 18 Augusta State University Catalog a $1 5 charge for reprinting of the diploma. The charge is $25 for the master's or Specialist in Education diploma. This is payable at the time the student applies for graduation no later than the mid-term date of the semester preceding the final semester of the course work. Transcript Fee. A student who has discharged all financial obligations to the university may receive on request and without charge transcripts of his or her full academic record. Art and Music Fees. Private instruction in piano, organ, orchestral instruments, voice, or composition, two one-half hour lessons or one 1 -hour lesson each week, for two or three hours credit, costs $68 in addition to the matriculation fee. Secondary applied music instruction, consisting of a one-half hour lesson per week for one hour credit, costs $38 in addition to the matriculation fee. There is no special music fee for class piano or class voice. Any student may enroll in applied music instruction on a space available basis upon payment of the music fee. Please note: Many art courses charge a $50 supplies fee per class Contact the Fine Arts Department for details. Other Expenses. In estimating costs of attending Augusta State University, a student should consider these miscellaneous expenses: (1) books and supplies, particularly for courses such as art, nursing, and biology, which require special supplies; (2) an official uniform for anyone enrolled in physical education or nursing. REFUNDS Official Full Withdrawal from the University. A student who officially withdraws from all courses with a clear record within the time specified below may receive a refund of mandatory student fees as indicated. Refunds will be made before the end of the semester in which the withdrawal is made. To receive 1 00 percent refund of fees, a student must withdraw on or before the first day of scheduled classes. Tuition and fees are refunded to the student who fully withdraws according to the following schedule: Formal Withdrawal from the University Refund -On or before the first day of class 100% -Withdrawal after the first day of class but before the end of the first 1 0% (in time) of the period of enrollment 90% -Withdrawal after the first 10% (in time) of the period of enrollment but before the end of the first 25% (in time) of the period of enrollment 50% -Withdrawal after the first 25% (in time) of the period of enrollment but before the end of the first 50% (in time) of the period of enrollment 25% -Withdrawal after the first 50% (in time) of the period of enrollment 0% Official withdrawals must be made through the Registrar's Office. Refunds are computed on the number of credit hours a student is enrolled in at the end of late registration. Matriculation, student activity, and athletic fees are refundable. Transportation and parking fees are non-refundable. Augusta State University Catalog 19 student Medical Withdrawals. A student may be administratively withdrawn from tlie university when, in the judgment of the Dean of Students, and after consultation with the student's parents and personal physician, if any, it is determined that the student suffers from a physical, mental, emotional or psychological health condition which: (a) poses a significant danger or threat of physical harm to the student or to the person or property of others or (b) causes the student to interfere with the rights of other members of the university community or with the exercise of any proper activities or functions of the university or its personnel or (c) causes the student to be unable to meet institutional requirements for admission and continued enrollment, as defined in the student conduct code and other publications of the university. Except in emergency situations, a student shall, upon request, be accorded an appropriate hearing prior to final decision concerning his or her continued enrollment at the university. Unofficial Withdrawal from the University. No refund will be made to a student who leaves the university without filing official withdrawal forms with the Registrar's Office. The student may also be given an F or WF for any course in which he or she is still enrolled. Reduction in Course Load Initiated by the University. If the university drops a course from the semester's schedule, each student affected will be refunded the difference between total fees paid and charges on the course work remaining. Reduction in Course Load initiated by the Student. Students who reduce their course load before the end of the official add/drop period resulting in a reduction of the matriculation fees will receive a 1 00 percent refund of the fees for the courses reduced. No refund will be made for a reduction in credit hours after that time. Dropped classes will not appear on the permanent records. REGENT'S REQUIREMENTS FOR GEORGIA RESIDENT STATUS A person's legal residence is his or her dwelling place. It is the place where he or she is generally understood to reside with the intent of remaining there indefinitely and returning there when absent. There must be a concurrence of actual residence and of intent to remain to acquire a legal residence. Students are responsible for registering under the correct residence classification, for notifying promptly the residence auditor of incorrect residence classifications or changes of residence status, and will be liable for additional fees. For example, residence status may change for students if their parents' states of legal residence change or if their visas change. Individuals who are classified by Augusta State University as non-resident but who later claim to qualify as legal residents must file a "Petition for Georgia Residence Classification" form with the residence auditor in the Office of the Registrar. Residence status is not changed automatically, and the burden of proof rests with the student to demonstrate that he or she qualifies as a legal resident under the regulations of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. To insure timely completion of required processing, a student/applicant requesting a change of residence classification for a specific semester should file the "Petition for Georgia Residence Classification" and all supporting documentation not later than three weeks (15 working days) prior to registration. Decisions prior to registration cannot be guaranteed when petitions and all supporting documentation are received after the specified deadline. 20 Augusta State University Catalog Petitions for Georgia Residence Classification and all supporting documentation must be filed with the residence auditor no later than sixty (60) days after the beginning of a specific academic semester for which classification as a legal resident for fee payment purposes is requested. Petitions received after that time will not be considered for that semester. If the petition is approved, classification as a legal resident for fee payment purposes will not be retroactive to prior semesters. A student/applicant wishing to appeal a denial decision resulting from his or Petition for Georgia Residence Classification may request a review of that decision before the Vice President for Business and Student Services and shall submit such request in writing to the Dean of Students within twenty (20) days of the decision. If the petition is denied and the student/applicant wishes to petition for a later semester, a new Petition for Georgia Residence Classification must be submitted for that semester. OBJECTIVE STANDARDS FOR ACQUIRING IN-STATE STATUS For purposes of these regulations, a resident student is defined as a student domiciled in the state of Georgia. A nonresident is defined as one whose domicile is elsewhere. A student shall not be considered domiciled in Georgia unless he or she is in continuous physical residence in this state and intends to make Georgia his or her permanent home, not only while in attendance at an institution of the University System of Georgia, but indefinitely thereafter as well, and has no domicile or intent to be domiciled elsewhere. Normally a person from another state who comes to an institution of the University System of Georgia does so for the primary or sole purpose of attending the institution rather than to establish a domicile (residency) in Georgia. Thus, one who enrolls in a system institution as a nonresident is presumed to remain a nonresident throughout his or her attendance at the institution unless and until he or she demonstrates by clear and convincing evidence that his or her previous domicile has been abandoned and that Georgia domicile has been established. No person shall be eligible for classification as an in-state student unless he or she has been domiciled in Georgia and has resided in Georgia continuously for not less than 1 2 months immediately preceding the date of registration. However, there is a strong presumption that such person shall continue to be classified as a nonresident throughout the entire period of his or her enrollment. Ordinarily, such periods (while enrolled in school) will not count as periods of domicile for purpose of the twelve-month durational residency requirement. The following facts and circumstances, although not necessarily conclusive, have probative value to support a claim for in-state status after twelve months continuous domicile in Georgia (durational residency requirement): a. Continuous presence in Georgia during periods when not enrolled as a student. b. Payment of ad valorem (property) taxes. Augusta State University Cataiog 21 c. Payment of Georgia income taxes. d. Reliance upon Georgia sources for financial support. e. Domicile in Georgia of family, or other relatives, or persons legally responsible for the student. f. Former domicile in the state and maintenance of significant connections therein while absent. g. Ownership of a home or real property. h. Admission to a licensed practicing profession in Georgia. i. Long term military commitments in Georgia. j. Commitments to further education in Georgia indicating an intent to stay here permanently, k. Acceptance of an offer of permanent employment in Georgia. I. Location of spouse's employment, if any. m. Address of student listed on selective service (draft or reserves) registration. Other factors indicating an intent to make Georgia the student's domicile may be considered by the system institution in classifying a student. Normally, the following circumstances do not constitute evidence of domicile sufficient to effect classification as an in-state student under Regents' policies: a. Voting or registration for voting. b. Employment in any position normally filled by a student. c. The lease of living quarters. d. A statement of intention to acquire a domicile in Georgia. e. Automobile registration; address on driver's license; payment of automobile taxes. f. Location of bank or saving accounts. WAIVERS Contiguous Counties. The border tuition policy set forth by the Board of Regents states that students from counties bordering on a county in which a University System of Georgia institution is located shall pay resident tuition fees. This policy includes students from Aiken and Edgefield Counties, South Carolina, who wish to attend Augusta State University. Students must fill out a waiver form and have it signed by a magistrate. Military Personnel. Active duty military personnel and their spouses and legal dependents stationed in Georgia may qualify for waiver of non-resident tuition. Military personnel should contact the Education Center at their installation for information about current financial and other assistance available to them as members of the armed forces. All military personnel planning to use military tuition assistance programs to defray expenses associated with matriculation at Augusta State University should be sure to coordinate with the Director of Admissions for guidance as to procedures. International Students. International students may be selected by the institutional president or his authorized representative for a waiver, provided, however, that the number of such waivers in effect at any time does not exceed one percent of the equivalent full-time students enrolled at the institution in the fall semester immediately preceding the semester for which the out-of-state tuition is to be waived. 22 Augusta State University Catalog Aliens shall be classified as nonresident students; provided, however, that an alien who is living in this country under an immigration document permitting indefinite or permanent residence shall have the same privilege of qualifying for in-state tuition as a citizen of the United States. (Also see "International Students: Special Requirements", page 15.) Teachers. Full-time teachers in the public schools of Georgia and their dependent children may enroll as students in University System institutions on the payment of resident fees. Employees. All full-time employees in an institution of the University System, their spouses, and minor children may register for courses on the payment of resident fees, even though the employee has not been in residence in Georgia for a period of twelve months. VETERANS' EDUCATION BENEFITS See the entry for "Veterans' Affairs" in the General Information section of this catalog (page 54) or contact the office of Veterans' Affairs for further information (737-1606). Augusta State University Cataiog 23 FINANCIAL AID It is very important to apply for financial aid as early as possible in the calendar year you plan to enroll. Applications completed by April 15 will be given priority in awarding fall semester aid. For applications and information, contact the Office of Financial Aid, Payne Hall, 737-1431. To apply for assistance, you will need to process the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) annually. No award can be made until you have been officially admitted to the university. To be eligible to receive aid under any of the federal or state programs, you must: 1 . Be a citizen of the United States or be in the United States for other than a temporary purpose and intend to become a permanent resident thereof, or be otherwise classified as an eligible non-citizen. 2. Demonstrate financial need (where applicable). 3. Be making satisfactory academic progress as defined by the Financial Aid Office. For a comprehensive listing of the aid programs available, contact the Office of Financial Aid. We also encourage you to explore other financial aid opportunities. Your family background, affiliations and activities may provide keys to other sources of assistance. Publications in your local or school library or guidance office will assist you in obtaining information on scholarship programs. All scholarships awarded by the Augusta State University Scholarship Committee require an institutional application, available in the Financial Aid Office. The application deadline is March 1 for the upcoming academic year. The primary responsibility for financing a college education belongs to you and your family. Students who need financial assistance are expected to work for and borrow a reasonable portion of the funds needed to meet expenses. Your family is expected to make a maximum effort to assist in satisfying the cost of education. 24 Augusta State University Catalog ACADEMIC REGULATIONS and INFORMATION This section explains regulations that affect students after admission. Regulations regarding admission may be found in the "Admissions Policies and Enrollment" section of this catalog (page 5). When a student registers at Augusta State University, he or she accepts the official academic regulations. The student is expected to follow the program outlined by his or her college and department and should do sufficient planning, in consultation with his or her faculty advisor, to avoid scheduling difficulties which may impede normal academic progress. The student should plan his or her program so as to meet the core curriculum, graduation, and major and minor requirements. Academic Standing and Grade Point Averages Undergraduates: There are two grade point average computations in use at Augusta State University. These computations produce a student's Institutional GPA and Regent's GPA. The Regent's GPA is used to measure the quality of a student's entire performance while at Augusta State University. The Regent's GPA appears on a student's transcript, is used for calculating honors and awards, is used to measure the ability to take overloads, and is used as the basis for measuring continued eligibility for scholarships. Graduate schools and employers are interested in a student's GPA so as to compare that student's collegiate performance with the performance of others. The Institutional GPA was first put into effect at Augusta State University in Spring Quarter 1989 and was modified in May of 1994 and again in February of 1997. The current rules apply regardless of the student's enrollment date. A student's Institutional GPA is used only to determine whether or not institutional requirements concerning probation, suspension, and graduation are being met by the student. The performance measured by the Institutional GPA is of interest only within the institution. Computations: The Regent's GPA is computed by dividing the total number of hours attempted that count in a GPA at Augusta State University (that is, those hours for which a grade of A, B, C, D, F or WF has been earned) into the total number of quality points (sometimes called grade points) earned on those hours (See Grading System, Undergraduate; page 31). A GPA is determined for each student at the end of each semester. It is similar to the Regent's GPA, but is based only on the hours attempted that semester. To determine the Institutional GPA, first compute the number of hours attempted by summing together those hours associated with the most recent attempts of courses taken at Augusta State University numbered from 1000 through 4999 in which a grade of A, B, C, D, F, or WF has Augusta State University Catalog 25 been earned. The Institutional GPA is computed by dividing the hours attempted into the number of quality points earned on those hours. All grade point averages are truncated at two decimal places. They are not rounded up. Hours accumulated at Augusta State University by a transfer of credit or an approved examination process are not used in computing any grade point averages. They are, however, used in determining the credit level, which is discussed next. Probation and Suspension: The credit level is the sum of all institutional hours attempted, plus all transfer credit hours, plus all credit hours accumulated on credit earned with grades that do not count in the GPA's, such as S and K. The credit level is a rough measure of the actual amount of time a person has attended college. It is not the same as the total of the hours earned towards a degree. It is an important concept because it has an effect upon probation and suspension. Students who earn an Institutional GPA (or Academic Renewal GPA, see below) of less than 2.00 will be placed on academic probation. Students on probation may continue to attend Augusta State University only if they meet the following minimum requirements which are based on credit level. Required Minimum Average Credit Level either Term GPA or Institutional GPA 1 -- 16 17-- 29 30 - 59 60- 89 90 and above 2.00 2.00 Students who are on probation and fail to meet the requirements specified above will be suspended. The time of suspension will be one semester for the first suspension, two semesters for the second suspension, and three semesters for all suspensions thereafter. Any suspensions prior to academic renewal do count in the number of suspensions received by the student. Credit earned at other institutions during periods of mandatory suspension from Augusta State University will not transfer back to ASU. After the mandatory period has passed, students suspended for academic deficiencies may be considered ifor reinstatement by petitioning the dean of the appropriate college. The petition must be submitted in writing to the dean at least thirty days prior to the desired semester of reinstatement. Appeals for reinstatement after the third and all subsequent suspensions must also be approved by the Vice President for Academic Affairs. If a student has been out of school for more than two years, he or she must also file a Former Student Application with the Office of Student Records. If circumstances warrant, the dean or vice president may require special testing and successful completion of all or a part of the Learning Support program as a condition of reinstatement. See Learning Support, Rules for Students in (page 36). 26 Augusta State University Catalog 1.00 0.50 2.00 1.30 2.00 1.60 2.00 1.90 Having appealed and having been reinstated according to the above procedure, should the student again fail to meet the probation requirements, the student again will be suspended. Normally a student will not be reinstated after the fourth suspension. Academic Renewal: The Academic Renewal policy allows Augusta State University undergraduate, degree-seeking students who have experienced significant academic difficulty at Augusta State University to have one opportunity to make a fresh start after an absence of five calendar years from all post-secondary institutions. Restrictions: All Learning Support requirements must have been successfully completed before the commencement of the five-year period of absence. The student must apply for academic renewal at the time of re-enrollment, or within, whichever comes first, three academic semesters of re-enrollment or one calendar year. A student can be granted academic renewal status only once. Advantages: A revised Institutional Grade Point Average is begun when the student re-enrolls following the five-year period of absence. The new Institutional GPA begins with zero hours attempted and zero quality points as if the student was a new transfer student. The new Institutional GPA is used for the minimum grade point average graduation requirement and for probation/suspension decisions. All academic credit earned with grades of "A", "B", "C", and "S" in previously completed course work is retained and will count towards the residency requirement, if taken at Augusta State University. Any prior completion of the Regent's Test, Legislative, and College Preparatory Curriculum requirements will be retained. Disadvantages: Any credit earned with a grade of "D" is not retained. All suspensions count towards the number of suspensions received. Financial aid policies regarding Satisfactory Academic Progress are still in effect. The minimum grade point average needed for admission to particular programs may or may not utilize the new Institutional GPA (see the requirements for the desired program). Both the new Institutional GPA and the Regent's GPA will appear on the student's transcript with a statement that Academic Renewal status was granted. Graduate Students: The determination of academic accomplishment is based solely upon a student's grade point average, which is computed by dividing the number of hours attempted in which a grade of A, B, C, D, F or WF has been received into the number of quality points earned on those hours. (The Institutional and Regent's GPA's are identical.) A GPA of 3.00 must be maintained on all courses attempted in a graduate program. For more information, consult listings of specific programs in the Graduate Programs section of this catalog. Augusta State University Cataiog 27 Additional Baccalaureate Degree A student holding a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university who wishes to work for another degree must complete the minimum residence requirements of the university (30 hours of course work in courses numbered 3000 or above with an average grade of C or better) with at least 30 hours of resident credit in excess of the requirement for the original degree. In addition, he or she must complete the exact requirements of major courses, allied fields, mathematics, and foreign languages. Auditing a Course A student who has been admitted to Augusta State University may be permitted to enroll in credit courses as an auditor on a non-credit basis. However, a student may not change his or her status from credit to audit or vice versa during the course. Credit may not be earned in courses taken as an auditor except by re-enrollment for credit in and completion of the course with a satisfactory grade. An auditor is assumed to be seriously interested in courses that he or she audits. Therefore, a student enrolled as an auditor is expected to attend class regularly and perform such other tasks as may be assigned by the instructor. An auditor who does not attend regularly may be dropped from the class with a grade of "W". Class Attendance The resources of Augusta State University are provided for the intellectual growth and development of the students who attend. A schedule of courses is provided for the students and faculty to facilitate an orderly arrangement of the program of instruction. The fact that classes are scheduled is evidence that attendance is important and students should, therefore, maintain regular attendance if they are to attain maximum success in the pursuit of their studies. It is recognized that the degree of class attendance may vary with the student, the professor, or the course. It is also recognized that, on occasions, it may be necessary for the student to be absent from scheduled classes or laboratories for personal reasons. On such occasions, all matters related to a student's absences, including the making up of work missed, are to be arranged between the student and the professor. A student must not be absent from laboratory periods, announced quizzes and tests, or final examinations unless the reasons for the absences are acceptable to the concerned professors. A student should also understand that he or she is responsible for the academic consequences of any absences. At the beginning of each semester, all professors will provide a clear written statement to all their classes regarding their policies in handling absences. Professors will also be responsible for counseling with their students regarding the academic consequences of absences from their classes or laboratories. Students are obligated to adhere to the requirements of each course and each course professor. 28 Augusta State University Catalog Professors will be flexible enough in their attendance and grading policies to allow students a reasonable number of absences without penalty for extraordinary personal reasons or for officially representing the university. However, if the student has been absent for more than the equivalent of 10% of class time, regardless of cause, then the professor may withdraw the student from the class for excessive absences. A student withdrawn for excessive absence may appear before a board of review appointed by the Academic Policies Committee for reinstatement. In the event a student is reinstated, he or she is fully responsible for making up all work missed while the case was pending. It is important to note that the instructor may - or may not - withdraw a student from class based upon attendance. In any case, a student should not assume that the instructor has initiated the withdrawal form. A student not withdrawn from a course who stops attending class (or who never attends class) is subject to receiving a grade of "WF" or "F" for the course. Classification For the purpose of class organization, an undergraduate is classified on the basis of number of hours of academic credit earned at the time of registration as follows: Freshman, 0-29; Sophomore, 30-59; Junior 60-89; Senior, 90 or more. Course Ctianges In the case of course changes, the student must initiate an "Add/Drop" form, which can be obtained from his or her academic advisor's office. Students are strongly advised to consult with their academic advisor before dropping and/or adding courses. The last day a student may enroll in a class is given in the university calendar as the last day of Add/Drop. Course Repeat Policy Any student may repeat a course taken at Augusta State University. No student may receive additional hours of credit for a repeated course in which the student has already earned credit, with the exception of such courses as WELL activity courses, Cullum Lecture Series courses, "Selected Topics" courses, and other courses specifically designed for repetition. Such courses are labelled in the "Course Descriptions" section of the catalog with a phrase such as "may be repeated for credit." However, if a student fails a repeated course in which he or she had already earned credit, the student will lose any credit previously earned. If an undergraduate course (numbered 1000 through 4999) is repeated, only the last grade received is used in the calculation of the Institutional Grade Point Average (IGPA). See "Academic Standing and Grade Point Averages (GPA)", page 25. Augusta State University Catalog 29 Course Substitution Each student is responsible for following the requirements of his or her selected program as specified in the catalog and in accordance with the regulations of the catalog. Variations in course requirements are permitted only upon petition and the written approval of the chairman of the department responsible for the required course and the appropriate dean. The approved change to the program of study will be forwarded to the Office of the Registrar. Variations from course requirements are approved only under exceptional circumstances and only in cases where courses of the same academic value and type can be substituted. Curriculum Ctianges The academic programs of Augusta State University are offered through the College of Business Administration, the College of Education and the Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts and Sciences. These units, including the appropriate departments, furnish the basic organization of the faculty and provide the framework for the generation and maintenance of quality education in the variety of courses and programs listed in this bulletin. The Academic Policies Committee serves as the major source for recommendations to the faculty on policies in these areas. The faculty reserves the right to make changes in curricula and in rules, at any time when in its judgement such changes are in the best interest of the student and Augusta State University. Recommendations for such changes can originate with any one of a number of key faculty committees. Deans' Lists The Deans' Lists for the College of Business Administration, the College of Education, and the Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts and Sciences are compiled each semester for undergraduate students. To qualify for this academic honor, a student must (1) earn nine (9) or more hours of undergraduate course work numbered 1000 or above, exclusive of K grades, (2) achieve a grade point average of 3.66 for the semester, and (3) receive no grade of I, F, or WF during the semester. Also see: "Graduation with Honors" ( page 35). Developmental Studies, Rules for Students in See Learning Support, Rules for Students in (page 36) Grade Changes Any grade changes must be accomplished in the semester immediately following the semester in which the grade was originally reported. 30 Augusta State University Catalog Grading System, Undergraduate Grades used in calculating the undergraduate grade point average are as follows: Grade A Meaning Excellent Qualitv points/credit hour 4.0 B Good 3.0 C D F Satisfactory Passing Failure 2.0 1.0 0.0 WF Withdrew, failing 0.0 The following symbols are used in the cases indicated, but are not included in the determination of the grade point average: /; Incomplete-Student doing satisfactory work, but unable to meet the full requirements of the course because of non-academic reasons. The maximum time for completing course work to remove an I is one semester; othenwise, the I will be automatically changed to F. W: Withdrawal, without penalty-The W will be assigned if the student officially withdraws from the course by semester midtemn, unless the student has been charged with academic dishonesty. A grade of WF will be assigned after midterm unless the student withdraws because of non-academic hardship and has a passing average at the time of withdrawal. S; Satisfactory*-! ndicates satisfactory completion of degree requirements other than academic course work. U: Unsatisfactory*-! ndicates unsatisfactory performance in an attempt to complete degree requirements other than academic course work. V: Audit-Indicates that the student was enrolled in the course as an auditor. Students may not transfer from audit to credit status or vice versa. K: Credit by examination. NR: Not Reported-I ndicates that the grade was not reported. IP: In Progress-Indicates that credit has not been given in courses that require a continuation of work beyond the semester for which the student signed up for the course. The use of this symbol is approved for project courses. *The S and U symbols are used for dissertation and thesis hours, student teaching, clinical practicum, intemship, and proficiency requirements in graduate programs, and specifically designated courses. Graduation Requirements: Undergraduate All candidates for the bachelor's degree at Augusta State University nnust satisfy the following conditions: Students must earn 39 or more hours in upper level courses with at least 21 hours in the major and 1 5 to 1 8 total hours in the minor, depending upon the field, with a grade of "C" or better in each course. (The Bachelor of Music degree and the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree are more professionally oriented programs and require more hours in the major field. The performance major in the Bachelor of Music or the Bachelor of Fine Arts and the Bachelor of Business Administration major do not require a minor field.) Together with the core curriculum and electives and/or foreign language, statistics, and computer science courses, Augusta State University Cataiog 31 depending on the major, these requirements will normally total 1 20 hours, not including the physical education requirement. Specific graduation requirements for undergraduate programs in the Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Education, and the College of Business Administration are found in the "Undergraduate Programs" section of this catalog. Application for Graduation: The application must be completed and filed with the registrar no later than the mid-term date of the semester preceding the final semester of course work. Students must be approved formally for graduation by the faculty. Graduation Exercises: Degrees are conferred formally at the close of the spring semester (in May) and at the close of the fall semester (in December). Students who complete all requirements for the degree by the end of spring semester receive degrees in May. Students who complete all requirements for the degree by the end of the summer term or fall semester receive degrees in December. Degree candidates are encouraged to attend graduation exercises. However, if they are unable to do so, they are required to notify the Registrar's Office in writing. Payment of Financial Obligations: No student will be permitted to graduate if he or she is in default on any payment due to the university. Additional Degrees: Normally, two identical degrees are not awarded. However, a student may receive the appropriate degree of any other program by completing the additional requirements of that program and earning at least 30 hours of resident credit (20 hours for the associate degree) in excess of the requirement for the original degree. Core Curriculum: The core curriculum was developed by the University System of Georgia for the purpose of facilitating the education of students as they pursue baccalaureate degrees within and among the units of the University System. It includes 60 hours of lower level courses that would normally be covered in the first half of a baccalaureate degree program. A student who completes the requirements of the core, or any area of the core, will have the assurance that credit for all of this work can transfer to any other unit of the University System. All candidates for the bachelor's degree at Augusta State University must satisfactorily complete the core curriculum. The list of courses in the core curriculum is presented at the beginning of the Undergraduate Programs section of this catalog (page 68). Course Requirements: Complete a minimum of 60 hours for the associate degree or 1 20 hours for the baccalaureate degree (exclusive of credit earned in lower division Physical Education courses) as specified for the candidate's program. There will be a minimum of 39 hours of upper division courses required for students graduating with the baccalaureate degree. Credit from Other Institutions: See "Residence Requirement and Credit from Other Institutions" (page 34). 32 Augusta State University Catalog Degree Requirements in Effect at Candidacy for Graduation: A candidate for graduation is subject to requirements in effect at the time of initial enrollment; however, changes may have been made while the student is enrolled. The changes in requirements shall be implemented so as to minimize the problems of transition for currently enrolled students; but, since some changes are considered to be improvements, the new requirements may apply. Exceptions may be made by the department chairperson in conjunction with the advisor, appropriate department faculty, and, as necessary, the dean. A student who is not enrolled for two or more consecutive years or who transfers for two or more semesters to another institution will be required to complete a new application for graduation and will be subject to the requirements for graduation in effect at that time; or if readmitted, will be subject to the requirements in effect at the time of readmission. English 1101 and 1102, When to Enroli: (a) Students must enroll in English 1 101 no later than the first semester they register following completion of 20 hours of Augusta State University residence/transfer credit, (b) Students must continue to register for English 1 1 01 each successive semester until they have completed the course with a grade of "C" or better, (c) Students who complete 1 1 01 must enroll in English 1 1 02 no later than the first semester they register following completion of 30 hours credit, (d) Students must continue to register for English 1102 each successive semester until they have completed the course with a grade of C or better. Grade Point Average: Achieve an institutional grade point average (see page 25) of at least 2.00 on all work attempted at this university or an academic renewal grade point average of at least 2.00 on all work since the date of academic renewal (if the student is eligible for academic renewal and elects to accept academic renewal). Graduation Fee: This $25 fee is to be paid to the Business Office at the time the application for graduation is submitted. Legislative Requirements: An act of the 1975 session of the Georgia legislature provides that all graduates are required to have passed an examination on the History of the United States, the History of Georgia, and on the provisions and principles of the United States Constitution and the Constitution of Georgia. Examinations are administered each semester. No academic credit is given for these examinations. They are scheduled and administered each semester by the Counselling and Testing Center and are posted in Bellevue Hall. Certain history and political science courses (i.e., HIST 21 11, HIST 21 12, HIST 3711, POLS 1101, POLS 4101) will satisfy this requirement. The course descriptions identify these courses. The Augusta State University student who fails to pass the examinations must present course credits in the area or areas failed. Augusta State University Catalog 33 Physical Education Requirement: Complete the required courses in physical education as described below: Baccalaureate Degree : Each student is required to pass three courses which should normally be completed during the freshman and sophomore years. Unless a waiver (as described below) is granted, the requirement will consist of the following: Wellness 1000 (3 hrs.) Activity Classes: Swimming (1 hr.) Elective (1 hr.) The swimming requirement may be satisfied by taking any course numbered from 1400 to 1410. The elective may be a repeated course offering, but it is suggested the student take advantage of this opportunity to develop other skills by taking another elective. Associate Degree (Note the exception for nursing students described in section A below): Each student is required to pass two courses. Unless a waiver (as described below) is granted, the requirement will consist of the following: Wellness and Fitness (3 hrs.) Swimming (1 hr.) Waivers and Substitutions : Waivers are the same for the Baccalaureate Degree program and the Associate Degree program, as follows: (A) Wellness and Fitness Course (3 hrs.): All students are required to successfully complete this course with the following exception. Nursing Students: Nursing students may satisfy the Wellness and Fitness (3 hr.) course requirement through the course studies within their degree program. The department chair of nursing will sign off on this requirement on the application for graduation. All nursing students are required to satisfy 2 hours of activity course requirements. Note that only degree candidate nursing students will have the Wellness and Fitness course waived. (B) Activity Courses: Swimming Requirement: Any student may elect to take a swimming proficiency exam to be offered each semester. This exam, when passed, will waive the swimming requirement. However, an activity class elective must be successfully completed in place of the swimming requirement. Residence Requirements and Credit from Other Institutions: If seeking an associate degree, a student must complete in residence at Augusta State University a minimum of 20 hours of academic credit. If seeking a 34 Augusta State University Catalog baccalaureate degree, a student must complete in residence at Augusta State University a minimum of 30 hours of academic credit in courses numbered 3000 and above. At least one-half of the major concentration and at least one-half of the minor concentration must be completed in residence at Augusta State University. The amount of credit that the university will allow for work done in another institution within a given period of time may not exceed the normal amount of credit that could have been earned at the university during that time. A maximum of 62 hours of credit earned in a junior college may be applied toward a degree. Regents' Testing Program Examination: A student must demonstrate proficiency in reading and writing skills by passing all parts of this examination. The examination is administered each semester and students are advised when they are eligible and must take this examination. Transfer students who are eligible will be notified of the earliest testing date following their initial enrollment. (See also Regents Testing Program, page 39.) Special Examinations: Special examinations may be required of the student as he or she progresses through various levels of the curriculum. Graduation with Honors. Excellence in academic work is recognized at gradu- ation by the award of honor rank in general scholarship. The cumulative grade point average is used in the awarding of academic honors. A student who averages 3.85 or more is graduated summa cum laude; one who averages 3.65, but less than 3.85, is graduated magna cum laude; and one who averages 3.50, but less than 3.65, is graduated cum laude. This distinction of high academic achievement is placed on the student's diploma and is noted on the permanent record. A student who has transferred to Augusta State University is eligible to graduate with honors only if the grade point average for his or her entire university career meets one of the above requirements and the student has completed at least half of his or her courses in residence. Also see: "Deans' Lists." Honors Program The Augusta State University Honors Program offers special opportunities to superior undergraduate students who enjoy the challenges and rewards of a stimulating academic environment. Students in any major may apply for the Honors Program and complete requirements to be recognized as ASU Honors Program graduates. Honors classes are open to other excellent students on a space available basis. Honors classes are small, offer more personal contact with professors, and ask students and professors to explore course content actively and intensively; they do not, however, have a different grading scale and are not graded more strictly than other courses. A complete description of the ASU Honors Program is located at the beginning of the Undergraduate Programs section of this catalog. Augusta State University Catalog 35 Learning Support, Rules for Students in A student in the Learning Support Program who is permitted to take regular credit courses is subject to the university regulations concerning probation and suspension. However, these regulations do not apply to hours of "institutional credit" attempted or earned. 1 . During each semester of enrollment, all Learning Support students, including those attending part-time, must first register for all required Learning Support courses before being allowed to register for other courses. Two exceptions are possible: a. When two or three Learning Support courses are required and a student is enrolled in at least one Learning Support course, a freshman orientation course or physical education or other activity or performance courses may be taken that semester instead of one of the required Learning Support courses. These courses must be chosen from Augusta State University orientation (ASUO 1000), physical education (WELL), military science (MILS), or music (MUSA or MUSI). b. In the event that a required Learning Support course is not offered, a student may enroll in a course for degree credit if the student has met the course prerequisites, subject to the written approval of the Chair of Learning Support. No exceptions shall be made regarding prerequisites. 2. Until individual Learning Support requirements have been satisfied, students will not be permitted to take credit courses which assume the content or the skills of a student's required Learning Support courses as prerequisites: a. Mathematics 0096, 0097, and 0099 are prerequisites for Mathematics 1111; English 0097 and 0099 are prerequisites for English 1101; Biology 2111 and Biology 2112; Reading 0097 and 0099 are prerequisites for English 1101. b. In addition, students who are enrolled in Reading 0097 may enroll only in the following credit courses: Mathematics courses; ail 1000-level Applied Music (MUSA) courses; all music ensembles and all 0000 - 1000-level music courses; all 1 000- and 2000-level art courses; 1 000- and 2000-level Military Science courses; all 1000-level Physical Education courses; Communica-tions/Drama 2500, 251 0. c. Students enrolled in Reading 0099 may enroll in the courses listed above and in Communication/ Speech 1010 and 1020. 3. Once assigned to the Learning Support Program, a student may not accumulate more than twenty (20) hours of academic credit before completing all Learning Support requirements. A student who accumulates twenty (20) hours of academic credit, and has not successfully completed required Learning Support courses, may enroll only in Learning Support courses until requirements in Learning Support are successfully completed. 4. Students who do not complete the requirements for passing each required area of Learning Support after a maximum of three (3) attempts per area, or two (2) attempts at an area without satisfactorily completing the 0097 course in the area, will be declared ineligible to continue in the program and will be 36 Augusta State University Catalog excluded from the institution. An attempt is defined as a semester in whicli a student receives any grade except "W". If a student does not complete requirements for an area in twelve semester hours or three semesters, whichever occurs first, the student will be suspended. The student may not be considered for readmission within three years of the suspension. Prior to suspending a student who has not exited a Learning Support area within the three semester limit, the Department of Learning Support will allow the student to appeal for one additional course. The student must: * be individually evaluated and determined to have a reasonable chance for success, * be in an exit level course, and * have reached the limit on only one Developmental area If granted the additional course, the student may enroll in only the Learning Support course. 5. No degree credit is earned in Learning Support, though institutional credit is awarded. Time spent in Learning Support course work is cumulative within the University System, as is the number of attempts per area. Students with transfer credit or credit earned as a certificate student may be granted up to a total of three attempts at an area of Learning Support. 6. The following grade symbols are used in Augusta State University's Learning Support program: S: satisfactory (passed course work, passed institutional requirement, passed Collegiate Placement Examination [CPE]) IP: insufficient progress (passed course-work, passed institutional requirement, failed CPE) U: unsatisfactory (failed course work, ineligible to attempt institutional requirement, ineligible to attempt CPE; withdrew after midterm) W: withdrawal before midterm (not counted as an attempt) V: audit (volunteer enrollment only) 7. Students enrolled in both Learning Support and credit courses may not withdraw or be withdrawn from a Learning Support course unless they also withdraw or are withdrawn from all credit courses. All course changes must have advisor approval. Load-Overload, Academic An undergraduate student is considered full-time with enrollment in at least 12 hours per semester and one-half time with enrollment in at least 6 hours per semester. A typical course load for a full-time undergraduate student is 15-17 hours. A student should carefully consider the advisability of taking an overload; he or she should not attempt to do so solely for financial reasons. A student wishing to schedule up to, but no more than, 18 hours may use regular Augusta State University Catalog 37 registration procedures, which include approval of the course schedule by the academic advisor. A student required to take remediation due to Regents' Testing Program policies may not take an overload. A student may be approved to preregister for more than 18 hours only if: (1) he or she has a Regent's GPA of 3.25 at Augusta State University, or (2) he or she is within 30 hours of graduation (15 hours for associate degree candidates) at the beginning of, but not including, the semester of current enrollment. A student may be approved to register for more than 18 hours only if: (1) he or she has a Regent's GPA of 3.00 at Augusta State University, or (2) he or she is within 30 hours of graduation (15 hours for associate degree candidates), or (3) the student is granted permission by his or her dean, even though he or she is not eligible under the above conditions. Credit hours earned by music students in the areas of private instruction (MUSA) and/or music ensemble credits (i.e. university band, chamber choir, etc.) do not contribute to an overload status. Rather, such credits should be regarded as outside the normal academic load. Majors A major concentration normally requires a minimum of 21 hours. (Also see "Graduation Requirements: Undergraduate," page 31) Grades below C are not accepted for courses in a major concentration. Some departments or colleges require general education or cognate courses in addition to the core curriculum and major courses. Satisfactory completion of the major concentration is certified by the major department or appropriate college. A student pursuing a degree program may declare a multiple major, in which case a minor concentration will not be required. The student must complete all requirements for each major. Upon completion, each major will be recorded on the permanent record. For details on a specific major concentration, see the "Undergraduate Programs" section of this catalog. Minors Most bachelor's degree programs require a minor, with the exception of those leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Fine Arts, the performance major in the Bachelor of Music, and Bachelor of Science in Education, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Secondary Education. A minor consists of 15 to 18 hours of courses with at least 9 hours of upper division courses, depending upon the area of concentration. Grades below C are not accepted for a minor concentration. Satisfactory completion of the minor concentration is also certified by the minor department or college. Once the minor field is selected, the student should seek academic 38 Augusta State University Catalog advisement for this concentration within the department or college in which he or she is minoring. For details on a specific minor field, see the "Undergraduate Programs" section of this catalog. Minor programs offered at Augusta State University are listed in the //?dex under Minor Programs. Regents' Testing Program The following is the policy of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia and Augusta State University regarding the Regents' Testing Program: A) Requirements: Students enrolled in undergraduate degree programs shall pass the Regents' Test as a requirement of graduation. Passing the Regents' Test is defined as having passed all components of the test by scoring above the cutoff score specified for each component. If one component of the test is passed, that component need not be retaken; this provision is retroactive to all students who have taken the test in any form since the inception of the program. B) Exceptions: 1. Students who hold a baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education will not be required to complete the Regents' Test. 2. Students whose mother tongue is other than English may be exempted from taking the Regents' Test, but they will be expected to demonstrate their skills by performing acceptably on a comparable examination. C) When to take the Regents' Test: 1. Students who have satisfactorily completed English 1101 and 1102 or English 1111 or have earned 30 hours of credit must take the Regents' Test the next semester in which they are enrolled. Students who fail to take the test at this time will not be allowed to register for subsequent semesters until they have taken the test. 2. Students who have passed only one portion of the Regents' Test are required to take only the segment they have not passed. 3. Transfer students from within the University System will be held to all policies as described herein. Transfer students from outside the University System who receive 30 or more credit hours of transfer credit must take the Regents' Test no later than the second semester of enrollment. Thereafter, they are subject to all other provisions of this policy. D) Remediation Requirements: 1. Students who have earned 74 or fewer hours and who fail one or both parts of the Regents' Test must take English 1101 or 1102 Augusta State University Cataiog 39 if they have not satisfactorily completed these courses or English 0510 and/or 0520 if they have completed these courses: students who have earned 75 hours of credit or more must take English 0510 and/or 0520 (as appropriate) for remediation whether or not they have completed English 1101 or 1 1 02. 2. Students required to enroll in English 1101, 1102, 0510 and/or 0520 as required above must meet all requirements of these courses. Students required to take English 1101, 1102, 0510, and/or 0520 may not take an overload or withdraw from this class. Students who miss the equivalent of one week of class will be withdrawn from the class, prohibited from taking the Regents' Test that semester, and made ineligible to register at Augusta State University for the following semester. 3. Part-time students taking only one course per semester may be permitted to take remediation and repeat the test in only one area at a time although they may have previously failed both components of the Regents' Test. Students who select this option may not take regular degree credit courses during that semester. E) Regents' Test Remediation Appeal Procedure: Students who wish to appeal the requirement that they remediate, as specified in "D" above, should make their appeals in writing to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Students who appeal merely because remediating is inconvenient or because they have already registered for the current semester should not expect to have their appeals approved. F) Review of Essay: A student may request a formal review of his or her failure on the essay component of the Regents' Test if that student's essay received at least one passing score among the three scores awarded and if the student has successfully completed English 1101 and 1102. Any student who fails the essay component of the Regents' Testing Program may secure a copy of his or her essay from the Department of Languages, Literature, and Communi- cations. The student should enroll in English 0520 and take the copy of the essay to his or her first class. The instructor will review and mark the essay indicating if he or she thinks the essay should be appealed, if the instructor and the student agree that the essay should be appealed, they will submit an unmarked copy of the essay to a committee consisting of three faculty members appointed by the Vice President for Academic Affairs. If the student does not concur with the 052 instructor's evaluation of the essay, he or she may appeal the essay by immediately notifying the committee of his or her intent to appeal and requesting that an unmarked copy of the essay be sent to the committee. If a majority of the review panel feels that the essay should be appealed, the committee will send its recommendation, along with a copy of the essay, to the System's Director of the Regents' Testing Program. On the other hand, a vote 40 Augusta State University Catalog by the committee to sustain tiie essay's failing score will terminate the review process. The initial step in the review and the review itself are intended to deal with perceived errors in ratings. The review is not automatically indicated by a student's failure to pass the essay. A review is indicated only when there is substantial question concerning the accuracy of scoring and when the criteria set forth in the first sentence of this section on Review of Essay have been met. The on-campus review committee will consist of three members, each of whom is an experienced essay rater. A decision by the on-campus review panel to terminate the review is final; this decision cannot be appealed to any other office, except in cases where it is reasonably alleged that an adverse decision was based on discrimination with respect to the student's race, religion, sex, handicap, age, or national origin. Transient and Co-enrolled Augusta State University Students An Augusta State University student must be in good standing and must obtain prior approval to enroll in any and all credit courses at any other institution as a transient or co-enrolled student. This prior approval of each course must be obtained from the Augusta State University department or college that offers a course most comparable to the one that will be taken elsewhere. A transient student is defined as a degree candidate at Augusta State University who is granted the privilege of temporary registration at another institution and will not be enrolled at Augusta State during that period of temporary registration. A co-enrolled student is defined as a degree candidate at Augusta State University who is granted the privilege of enrolling at both Augusta State and another during a semester. A student who has attempted a course at Augusta State University and received a penalty grade in that course may not take the course at another institution and transfer it back to Augusta State University. (Penalty grades include F's, and WF's in all courses, and D's, F's and WF's in English 1101, English 1102, and major and minor courses.) A statement granting permission to attend another accredited institution will be provided by the Augusta State University Registrar after department or college approval has been obtained. Unit of Credit (The Semester System) Wherever this catalog uses the term "hours," it is referring to "semester hours" as understood within the semester system. Augusta State University is organized on this system. Each of the two semesters in the regular academic year covers a period of approximately 16 weeks, which includes 15 weeks of instruction. The summer session is 11 weeks, with some courses being offered in one of two half sessions. Each half session has 23 class days. The "semester hour" is the unit of credit in any course. It represents a recitation period of one fifty-minute period a week for a semester. A course meeting 150 Augusta State University Catalog 41 minutes a week for 15 weeks would thus give credit of 3 hours when completed satisfactorily. For credit purposes, 2 to 3 laboratory or activity hours are usually counted as the equivalent of one recitation class period. Also see "Course Repeat Policy", page 29. Withdrawal from a Course The responsibility for initiating a withdrawal resides with the student. A student who registers for a course and stops attending class (or never attends class) is not automatically withdrawn by the instructor and is subject to receiving a grade of "WF" or "F" for the course. Forms for initiating a withdrawal may be obtained from the Office of Student Records (Office of Veterans' Affairs). A student is strongly advised to consult with his or her advisor before withdrawing from a course. A student must obtain the signature of the instructor to officially withdraw from a course. An instructor may withdraw a student for excessive absence. (See "Class Attendance", page 28, for attendance policies and "Grading System", page 31, for grading policy upon withdrawal.) The official date of withdrawal is the date the Withdrawal Form is received in the Office of Student Records. 42 Augusta State University Catalog WHERE TO GO for Information on Facilities, Services and Activities at ASU This section includes a wide variety of facilities, services, and activities, arranged alphabetically, which are available to members of the ASU community. Alumni Association (737-1759) The Augusta State University Alumni Association dates back to when "Augusta College" was only a two-year institution in the mid to late 1 920's. The association is composed of former students and graduates of Augusta State University and is governed by an executive board. The two main goals of the association are the following: (1 ) to arrange activities designed to maintain close relationships among alumni, classmates, and the university and (2) to participate in supporting the university through private support. A complimentary one-year membership is given to each graduate. Other alumni achieve active status by making annual gifts. Alumni programs are handled through the Office of Development and Alumni Relations. >fAj/ef/cs (737-1626) Augusta State University is affiliated with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA Division II) and is a member of the Peach Belt Athletic Conference. Augusta State University supports men's teams in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf (Division I), soccer, and tennis. The university supports women's teams in volleyball, basketball, softball, tennis, and cross-country. An intramural sports program is offered throughout the school year for both men and women, with a variety of sports being offered each semester. Augusta State University Foundation (737-1442) The Augusta State University Foundation was established in 1963. The purpose of the Foundation is to raise private support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and others to further the interests of Augusta State University. Other purposes of the Foundation are to establish and maintain endowments and provide the administration for handling all private support. The Foundation is located in the Office of University Advancement, Raines Hall. Bookstore (737-1611) The Augusta State University Bookstore is an institutionally owned and operated facility with the purpose of providing students with necessary textbooks and supplies. The bookstore also carries non-essential items such as magazines, trade books, gift items, computer hardware and software, and clothing. The bookstore accepts cash, checks or charge cards for all purchases. Hours of operation are: 7:45AM - 8:00PM on Monday and Tuesday; 7:45AM - 5:45PM on Wednesday and Thursday; and 7:45AM - 3:15PM on Friday. The bookstore is also open until 8:00PM on the first two days of classes. For more information about the bookstore please visit our web site at http://www.auq.edu/bookstore. Augusta State University Catalog 43 Business Office (737-1767) The Business Office is located on the first floor of Fanning Hall. Normal business hours are from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The Business Office is also open until 6:30 pm on Tuesdays when classes are in session. We are responsible for all accounting and payroll functions for the university. Our sen/ices to students include: Distribution of financial aid. Processing of refunds and payables. Student loan administration and collection. Payroll processing and distribution. Billing and receiving of payments. Career Center (737-1 604) www.aug.edu/career_center/ The Career Center provides employment and career development assistance to all currently enrolled students of Augusta State University. The office is located in the Boykin Wright House, 1 01 5 Johns Road. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and until 6:00pm on Tuesday evenings when school is in session. Services for alumni are also available for a nominal fee. Some of the primary activities of the office are: Job Listings: Current full-time professional and nonprofessional vacancies, part-time employment opportunities (including seasonal and temporary jobs) internship sites, volunteer opportunities and Cooperative Education openings are listed on our web site at www.aug.edu/career_center/ Human Resources: Advice and critique services on resume and cover letter preparation are provided, as well as interviewing tips and "mock" interviews for practice. Job Network: Resume referral for Seniors, graduate students, post-bac and alumni searching for full-time professional work is available. GEORGIA HIRE links students to a shared network of statewide and national job postings, including a bank to post your resume. On-campus recruiter visits, seminars on resume writing, interviewing techniques and job search strategies are all available to help you with your job search needs. Career Fairs: Employer Expo, linking students and graduates with various employment opportunities and Options in Education, and an annual career fair for aspiring educators and school administrators are provided. Technology: On-site computers are available with Internet access that can be used for creating resumes and searching for employment. Child Care Service ( 737-1 457) The Hourly Child Care Service, located adjacent to campus, is open to the child- ren of Augusta State University students, faculty and staff for up to four hours of daily care. Children are enrolled each semester at a nominal hourly fee. Call for hours and registration information. 44 Augusta State University Catalog Computer Facilities The information technology resources available to the university community are rapidly expanding. ASUNET, the Augusta State University Network, is a campus-wide fiber optic network linking student microcomputer laboratories, academic and administrative offices, and Reese Library. ASUNET provides access to PEACHNET, the University System of Georgia's state-wide network, and InterNet, which provides access to computing resources all over the world. ASUNET also provides in-house access to a Hewlett-Packard 9000, DEC VAX 4000, and an IBM RS6000. Additional computing resources are provided by Sun workstations, network file servers, and CD-ROM servers. The university provides special training on campus-specific software packages, electronic mail, and other resources through a combination of periodic seminars and individual instruction. This training is provided free of charge. These services, along with ASUNET, are administered by the Office of Computer Services, located in Hardy Hall. The Office provides computing support for instruction, research, and administration. The staff, made up of professionals and supplemented by student assistants, supports the students, faculty, and university staff as they strive to use today's technology in their daily routines. Support is offered through a variety of services, but primarily through the Student Help Desk and a Faculty/Staff Help Desk. Consult our Web site for information about location and hours of availability. The Student Help Desk: The purpose of the student help desk is to provide assistance to students with the use of the computers, software, and other peripherals in the campus computer labs. Phone support for students is available from the Student Help Desk be calling ext. 1676 from all labs during the hours posted. Walk-in support is also available as posted. Consult our Web site for information about location and hours of availability. Computer Labs Consult the Augusta State University Web site (http://www.aug.edu) for a current listing of technology resources and the locations from which these resources can be accessed. Ttie Conservatory Program at ASU (737-1 453) The Conservatory Program at ASU provides quality instruction in music to persons in the Greater Augusta area. The Conservatory Program is located in the Fine Arts Center and is administered through the Department of Fine Arts in conjunction with the Division of Continuing Education. Terms of instruction run concurrently with the university semesters. Instruction is offered in individual applied music lessons in voice and on all instruments, class piano, and class guitar. The Conservatory Program also offers several ensembles for area students, including the Youth Wind Symphony and Youth Orchestra. Summer music camps are available for all students in middle school through high school. Public concerts and recitals are scheduled each semester. Augusta State University Catalog 45 Continuing Education {737-^636) Augusta State University offers a wide variety of short courses, conferences, lectures, worksliops, and seminars designed for tiie general public. There are no admission requirements to these non-credit programs. The Division of Continuing Education can also design training and professional development programs for business and industry, as well as coordinate state and regional conferences. The Continuing Education Unit is awarded for satisfactory completion of a professional development program. Permanent records are maintained by Con- tinuing Education and transcripts are available upon request. Cooperative Education (737-1618) www.aug.edu/career_center/ Cooperative Education is an academic program that provides an excellent means to develop marketable skills in the workplace to complement a student's educational experience in the classroom. Co-op positions are paid positions that are structured to enhance the curriculum and expand the knowledge of the student. Students receive documentation of the Co-op experience on the academic transcript as a non-credit course. There are three Co-op plans for student participation. Under the Parallel plan, students work part-time and attend school concurrently. The Alternating plan allows students to rotate between semesters of full-time work and school. The Co-op Intern program is a paid, career related work experience for one semester only. To appiv for the Co-op program , a full-time student must have a declared major and a minimum Overall 2.5 G.P.A., be of sophomore standing or better, and be willing to work at least two academic semesters in a Co-op assignment (Co-op Intern excluded from two semester commitment). Call the office for an appointment for more details. Counseling and Testing (737-1 471 ) The Counseling and Testing Center strives to promote services for personal growth and development. The Center can help you choose an appropriate major, develop effective study and test-taking skills, and solve personal, academic, or carreer concerns. One prominent service of the Center is career exploration and development. A complete library of information on a wide range of career-related subjects offers the opportunity to find out more about specific careers and occupations. Licensed professional counselors are available to assist in interpreting test information and to help you find the best way to achieve career objectives. The Center administers the institutional Scholastic Aptitude Testing Program (SAT), the American College Testing Program (ACT), The Regents' Testing Program, the University System of Georgia Collegiate Placement Examinations (CPE), and other institutional testing programs. It also schedules and administers national testing programs such as the PRAXIS, Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Law School Admissions Tests (LSAT), Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), Miller Analogies Test (MAT), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), and the DANTES tests. 46 Augusta State University Catalog All counseling services are free to Augusta State University students, and all sessions and test results are confidential. Cultural and Entertainment Programs A wide spectrum of cultural and entertainment programs is provided for students through the dance-concert series, film series, and Lyceum series. Outstanding members of the creative and performing arts are brought to campus to enrich the educational, personal, social, and cultural components of the student life. These programs are funded by Student Activity fees. Cullum Lecture Series: Each spring Augusta State University undertakes an inter-disciplinary educational program called the Cullum Lecture Series. The series often deals with other cultures, focusing on a specific country through visiting scholars, films, theatrical productions, and art exhibits. Some students sign up for special courses offered by their major department. Others choose to come only for the exhibitions and special lectures. This program has been identified by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities as one of the country's ten most innovative programs. It is made possible by a grant from the Cullum Foundation of Augusta and is open to the community. Lyceum Series: The Augusta State University Lyceum Committee was formed with the spirit of the ancient Lyceum in mind. The committee presents to the Augusta State University community the finest in stimulating and entertaining lectures, debates, and plays. The result has been a series of uniformly high quality programs funded by Student Activity fees. Film Series: Each semester from August through May the university presents up to ten films of outstanding international reputation. Most have been unavailable in local theaters or rental outlets. The series thus provides film students and film lovers with an invaluable opportunity to study the art of cinema. Disabilities Services, Office of (737-1472) The Office of Disability Services provides assistance to students who have either a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more life activities. To receive services students must provide current documentation of their disability from a qualified professional. The Board of Regent's criteria for evaluations must be followed in the documentation of learning disabilities or attention deficit disorders. It is important to note that the Office of Disability Services may require advance notice (two months or more before the student's first of class) in order to coordinate reasonable accommodations. Please contact the Office of Disability Services in order to schedule an appointment. Certain auxiliary aid services, like sign-language interpreters, may take several months to coordinate. Augusta State University uses the sen/ices of the National Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic to provide books on tape for students who have a documented need for this accommodation. Depending on availability, books on tape may take seven to ten days (if already available on tape) to several Augusta State University Catalog 47 months for production (if the text is not available on tape). It is therefore necessary for students who need specialized services to plan their future accommodations at least a semester in advance. Learning Disabilities (LD): If you have been diagnosed within the last three years or believe that you have a learning disability, you should contact the Coordinator of Disability services for information relating to LD documentation and testing. The Office of Disability Services does not provide testing for learning disabilities. Referrals to the appropriate University System Board of Regents Testing Center, however, can be received through this office. Testing may also be conducted by a qualified professional utilizing the BOR criteria for outside evaluations {only assessments using the BOR criteria for outside evaluations will be accepted as documentation of a learning disability). In assisting students with learning disabilities, Augusta State University follows the definition and criteria for evaluation established by the Board of Regents of the University system of Georgia. For more detailed information contact the Office of Disability Services in the Counselling and Testing Center at 706-737-1471 (TDD-706-667-4175). The Counselling and Testing Center is located in Bellevue Hall. Endowed Professorship Positions The Fuller E. Callaway Chair: In 1968, the Callaway Foundation created a ten million dollar trust to encourage the enrichment of the academic programs of 33 senior colleges and universities in Georgia by providing funds for the establishment of forty professorial chairs. The trust was designated to enable these institutions to retain and add superior faculty members. Faculty members appointed to these chairs must be full professors who have demonstrated superior teaching abilities and have achieved distinction as teachers. The chairs are for teaching at the graduate and undergraduate level on a full-time basis. The Cree-Walker Chairs: The Cree-Walker Professorships in Business Administration, Communications, and Education were established in memory of the Reverend and Mrs. Howard T. Cree and Mr. J. Miller Walker, the parents and husband of the late Mrs. J. Miller Walker. The chair in business administration was established to help in bridging theory to practice and maintaining links between the College of Business Administration and the community. The chair in communications is intended to be a catalyst to enhance the interface between the School of Business Administration and the communications program in the School of Arts and Sciences and to ensure a contemporary perspective in teaching, research, and professional service associated with the field of communications. The chair in College of Education is intended to be a catalyst to enhance pre-service and in-service teacher education programs at the university. William 8. Morris Eminent Scholar in Art: The Eminent Scholars Chair in Art was approved in March of 1 988 by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. The chair, named in honor of the late William S. Morris, is the first Eminent Scholars Chair at any University System state university-level institution. The $1 million endowment for the chair was established through contributions from William S. Morris III, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of Morris Communications Corp., parent company of The Augusta Chronicle; the 48 Augusta State University Catalog Georgia General Assembly; and the Augusta State University Foundation, Inc. The Georgia Eminent Scholars Endowment Trust Fund was created in 1 985 by the Georgia General Assembly. The purpose is to provide challenge grants to University System of Georgia colleges and universities to endow chairs designed to attract eminent scholars to join their faculties. The Maxwell Chair: The Grover C. Maxwell Chair of Business Administration was established by the three sons of Grover Cleveland Maxwell, Sr. A $150,000 trust fund was established to promote and encourage teaching proficiency and high scholastic attainment at Augusta State University. The Maxwell Professor of Business Administration is selected by the President of Augusta State University with the advice of a special committee. Alumni Professor of Business Administration: The Alumni Professorship of Business Administration was created in 1 979 and is jointly funded by the Augusta State University Alumni Association and the Augusta State University Foundation. The Professorship was established to aid the School of Business Administration in recruiting and retaining an outstanding faculty scholar or business executive-in-residence. Financial Aid (737-1 431 ) See page 24 of this catalog. HIV Policy NOTE: This policy is based in part on recommendations from The American College Health and Human Services' Guidelines for Prevention of Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Hepatitis B Virus Health Care and Public Safety Workers. The spread of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a serious public health problem in the United States. The medical, social, legal and ethical issues associated with HIV/AIDS affect colleges and universities as well as society as a whole. HIV is the causative agent of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). AIDS destroys the human body's defense system and allows life-threatening infections and unusual cancers. There is no known cure or vaccine for prevention. An individual can transmit the virus even in the absence of symptoms. Available medical knowledge indicates the transmission is primarily through sexual contact or through sharing of needles. According to the Centers for Disease Control, contracting the disease in one's normal daily activities is not known to occur. Because of the seriousness of the HIV/AIDS issue, Augusta State University establishes this policy, which focuses on prevention (through education of students, faculty, and staff) and on the compassionate treatment of those afflicted. Anyone in the Augusta State University community who becomes aware of an HIV/AIDS related situation involving an employee, student, or visitor shall follow the guidelines stated in this policy. Augusta State University Catalog 49 1. ADMISSION OR EMPLOYMENT: Augusta State University accepts otherwise qualified individuals presenting themselves for admission, or employment, irrespective of their HIV status. 2. DISABLING CONDITIONS: Persons who are HIV positive may be considered by law to have disabling conditions. The legal rights of these individuals must be guaranteed, and existing support services for disabled individuals made available to students or employees disabled by HIV infection. 3. STUDENT ATTENDANCE: Augusta State University students who are HIV infected, whether they are symptomatic or asymptomatic, will be allowed regular class-room attendance as long as they are physically and mentally able to attend classes as determined by current Augusta State University standards. 4. ACCESS TO FACILITIES: There will be no unreasonable restriction of access on the basis of HIV infection to student or employee facilities, snack bars, gymnasiums, swimming pools, recreational facilities, or other common areas. 5. SELF-DISCLOSURE: Neither students, student applicants, employees, nor applicants for employment at Augusta State University will be routinely asked to respond to questions concerning the evidence of HIV infection. 6. IMMUNIZATIONS: Incoming students known to have HIV infection need not be exempted from Augusta State University requirements for non-live virus vaccinations since only live-virus vaccinations have potentially serious consequences for HIV-infected persons. Persons who are required to receive live virus immunizations should consult with their private physician or the Richmond County Health Department for current recommendations. 7. INFORMATION, TESTING, AND COUNSELING: TESTING: Students or employees requesting HIV antibody testing will be referred to the local board of health. INFORMATION AND COUNSELING: Information and counseling are available through the campus Counseling Center. EDUCATION: All students at Augusta State University must take WELLNESS (WELL 1000) as a graduation requirement. This course includes information on HIV/AIDS. Seminars, lectures, and the campus newsletter will be used to update faculty, students, and staff on HIV-related issues as new information is made available or additional issues need to be addressed. 8. CONFIDENTIALITY: According to the American College Health Association, current medical information concerning HIV status neither justifies nor requires warning others of the presence of someone with HIV/AIDS . Situations in which disclosure will be made will be determined on a case-by-case basis in consultation with counseling services. 9. TEACHING LABORATORIES: Laboratory courses requiring exposure to blood, in which blood is obtained by a finger stick, will use disposable equipment, and no lancets or other blood-letting devices should be reused or 50 Augusta State University Catalog shared. All sharps and needles will be disposed of in puncture-resistant containers designated for this purpose. All teaching laboratories should conform to OSHA standards for management of blood-borne pathogens. 1 0. COLLEGIATE SPORTS: Augusta State University Sports programs conform to NCAA sports guidelines concerning the management of blood borne pathogens. Disposal of biohazardous waste shall be disposed of in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Standard 1910.1030. 11. JOB PERFORMANCE: Faculty, staff, students, and all other persons affiliated with Augusta State University shall perform the responsibilities of their positions irrespective of the HIV status of students or co-workers. 12. BEHAVIOR RISK: Students, faculty, and staff who are HIV positive and who are aware of the potential danger of their condition to others and who engage in behavior (while performing their employee or student-related activities) which threatens the safety and welfare of others may be subject to discipline in accordance with Augusta State University disciplinary procedures and/or prevailing law. 13. PUBLIC SAFETY: When responding to an emergency situation where there is the threat of, or evidence of blood or body fluids, officers will wear disposable latex gloves, and disposable face masks if necessary. If performing CPR the portable pocket mask will be used for artificial respiration. 14. APPLICABILITY TO OTHER AUGUSTA STATE UNIVERSITY HIV POLICIES: More specific written policies may be developed as needed by Department Chairpersons. All policies must be compatible with the university- wide policy. Insurance By special arrangement the university approves a student health insurance policy which also provides benefits for accident and accidental death and dismemberment. The magnitude of student participation in the plan allows the insurer to offer excellent benefits for a minimal premium. Applications for student insurance are available in the Office of Student Services in Boykin Wright Hall. Library {737-1744) Reese Library, the information center of Augusta State University, provides a wide variety of services that promote the educational purposes of the University. A collection of over 445,000 volumes, plus an extensive collection of government publications and almost 1 ,200 current periodical subscriptions, support student learning and research. There are quiet study areas, photocopiers, microform copiers, an audio lab, a curriculum lab, computer labs, and access to CD-ROM databases, online databases and the Internet. ATLAS, the library's computerized catalog, gives access to information about most library materials. GALILEO, a statewide computer system, provides a wealth Augusta State University Catalog 51 of additional information resources with over 100 databases, some with full text. These and other electronic information resources are available in the library, on the campus computer network, and, in most cases, by remote access. Contact the Reese Library reference department (737-1748) for current availability and access procedures. Materials from other libraries may be obtained through interlibrary loan. Library tours and instructional sessions are provided for classes and individuals; orientation tours are also scheduled throughout each semester. For assistance, professional librarians are available in the reference room whenever the library is open. The building is named for Dr. and Mrs. John T. Reese, parents of alumna Katherine Reese Pamplin. The three-story, 80,000 square foot library has a seating capacity of 1,000. The library is open 85 hours a week during the academic semester. Media Services (737-1703) Media Services, a part of Reese Library, is located in Hardy Hall. Dedicated to serving the university's instructional technology needs. Media Services includes the Media Center, Classroom Services, GSAMS and satellite teleconferencing, the television studio, and audio production facilities. Tours and instructional training is provided for individuals and classes. The Audio Lab, located on the 3'"^ floor of Reese Library, provides equipment and space for listening and viewing over 2,400 musical selections. Formats include laser disc, compact disc, and record albums. Subjects include classical, opera, jazz, anthology, enthnomusicology, and music history. The Media Center features a collection of over 4,000 items in different formats, including interactive laser disc, audio cassette, 16mm film, CD ROM, and 35mm slide. Items can be viewed at 29 individual carrels. Instructional support services include an equipment and material check out system, video and audio duplication and editing, and the production of presentations using videotape, audiotape, 35mm slide and multimedia. Classroom Services provides a wide range of audiovisual presentation equipment available to students for use in all academic classrooms. Reservations for delivery and setup are requested in advance. Performing Arts Theater (667-4099) The Grover C. Maxwell Performing Arts Theater is a center of cultural activities for the entire community. Concerts, recitals, and other events sponsored by the Department of Fine Arts are held regularly in the theater, which is also the home of the Augusta Symphony Orchestra, Storyland Theater, and the Augusta State University Theater. The University's Lyceum Series brings plays, musical performances, dance troupes, and prominent lecturers to the theater, which also houses an art gallery for exhibits by visiting artists. 52 Augusta State University Catalog Public Relations and Publications Office (737-1878) The Office of Public Information and Publications offers and coordinates services to enhance the visibility and accurately project the image of Augusta State University. The office is responsible for news/media relations, publications, advertising, institutional identity, and strategic public relations planning. Public Safety Services (737- 1401) Services provided by the Public Safety Division include escort service upon request, engraving of personal property, correcting minor vehicle problems, and most importantly twenty-four hour police protection and first aid, which have priority over other services. Public Safety can be reached by dialing 1401 from any campus phone, except pay phones. Research Center (737-1710) The Research Center is a nonprofit organization established to serve the Central Savannah River Area. The center is an integral part of Augusta State University and utilizes the expertise of the faculty and staff. The center provides all types of research. Specific survey services offered include political surveys, market research, and other data collection and analysis projects. A benefit to the university is student involvement in research activity. Many of the projects are of a type that permits students to serve effectively as support personnel. The center is self-supporting, and depends upon users' fees charged to the clientele. Start Up Center (731-7979) The center combines a variety of student advising and transition support programs designed to assist students in achieving their educational goals and accessing the full range of campus services and learning opportunities. Located on the third floor of Washington Hall, START UP is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and until 4:30 p.m. on Friday during the semester. Between academic semesters, the office closes at 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The START UP Center offers a series of informational opportunities referred to as OARS (Orientation, Advising, Registration, Special programs). General information on these programs is included in the student's acceptance packet. In addition to the individual ASU Prep appointments, and Orientation Programs offered to new undergraduates prior to each term, START UP provides a wide range of transition supports through START UP Download (http://www.auq.edu/startup/) and on MOO, the Mobile Orientation Office that rolls throughout the campus at key points during the term. One of the primary functions of the START UP Center is to advise undergraduates who are as yet undecided about their majors. START UP is staffed by full-time academic advisors dedicated to assisting students in formulating their educational plans by guiding them through course selections and linking them to relevant programs and support services. Upon selection of a major, the staff assists with the transition to the new advising department. Augusta State University Catalog 53 student Activities (737-1609) The Director of Student Activities is charged with the responsibility for organizing and implementing a variety of social and non-academic university functions. The Office of Student Activities is located on the second floor of Washington Hall and serves as a clearinghouse for activities and announcements revolving around the social life of the student population. A number of student services are provided by the Student Activities Office including an hourly child care service, a free typewriter loan service, and a student book exchange. The Student Activities program is designed to provide opportunities for involvement and leadership through a broad spectrum of activities. Members of the Augusta State University faculty serve as advisors to the organizations. Student Affairs (737-1 41 1 ) The Dean of Students is charged with the responsibility for providing experiences which will ultimately contribute to a comfortable and well-adjusted student and member of society. The Office of the Dean of Students coordinates the offices of Admissions, Cooperative Education, Counselling and Testing, Enrollment Management/START UP, Financial Aid, Career Center, and Student Activities, plus the Grover C. Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre. The Dean of Students also provides housing information and student insurance programs. The Dean's office is in Boykin-Wright Hall. Student Government Association (737-1 608) The Student Government Association (SG A) serves as a means for student input and involvement. It is comprised of four branches: Executive, Judicial, Senate, and Jaguar Activities Board. All student positions on faculty-student committees and the Judicial Cabinet are appointed by the SGA President. Traffic appeals are heard by the Judicial Cabinet. The Senate is the legislative body for the SGA. The Jaguar Activities Board is the primary programming board of the university. Numerous positions are available to students interested in collegiate planning and service. Student Organizations A complete listing of can be found in the Student Handbook. Student Records (737- 1 408) Permanent academic records are maintained by the Registrar in the Office of Student Records located on the main floor in Payne Hall. Under the provisions erf the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (often referred to as the "Buckley Amendment"), a student attending a post-secondary educational institution may examine his or her permanent record maintained by the institution to assure the accuracy of its contents. This Act also provides that no personally identifiable information will be released to any party not authorized to have access to such information without the written consent of the student. Veterans' Affairs (737-1606). Augusta State University maintains a full-time Office of Veterans' Affairs (OVA) to assist veterans in maximizing their educational experience. The OVA 54 Augusta State University Catalog coordinates and/or monitors AC and VA programs, policies, and procedures as they pertain to veterans. The Office of Veterans' Affairs is housed in the Registrar's office on the first floor of Payne Hall. As students at Augusta State University, veterans and certain other persons may qualify under Chapters 30, 31, 32, 35, Title 38, and Chapter 1606 Title 10, UNITED STATES CODE, for financial assistance from Veterans Affairs. Eligibility for such benefits must be established in accordance with policies and procedures of the VA. Interested persons are advised to investigate their eligibility early in their planning for college. Pertinent information and assistance may be obtained from the Augusta State University Office of Veterans' Affairs. New or returning students should make adequate financial provisions for one full semester from other sources, since payments from the VA are sometimes delayed. The Office of Veterans' Affairs furnishes the Veterans Affairs certifications of enrollment. Eligible persons should establish and maintain contact with the OVA to ensure their understanding of and compliance with both VA and university policy, procedure, and requirements, thereby ensuring timely and accurate receipt of benefits and progress toward an educational objective. Each person receiving VA education benefit payments is responsible for ensuring that all information affecting his or her receipt of benefits is kept current, and each must confer personally with the staff in the OVA at least once each semester to keep his or her status active and current to receive funds. Web Site, ASU (http:/www.aug.edu/) Writing Center (737-1 402) The ASU Writing Center is dedicated to helping students from all disciplines improve their composition skills. From developing ideas and forming a thesis to documenting sources and editing the final draft, Writing Center tutors assist students with all aspects of the writing process. Augusta State University Catalog 55 student Rights and Responsibilities Academic Honesty In an academic community, honesty and integrity must prevail if the work done and the honors awarded are to receive their respect. The erosion of honesty is the academic community's ultimate loss. The responsibility for the practice and preservation of honesty must be equally assumed by all of its members. Definition. Academic honesty requires the presentation for evaluation and credit of one's own work, not the work of others. In general, academic honesty excludes: 1. Cheating on an examination of any type: giving or receiving, offering or soliciting information on any examination. This includes the following: a. Copying from another student's paper. b. Use of prepared materials, notes, or texts other than those specifically permitted by the instructor during the examination. c. Collaboration with another student during an examination. d. Buying, selling, stealing, soliciting, or transmitting an examination or any other material purported to be the unreleased contents of an upcoming examination, or the use of any such material. e. Substituting for another person during an examination or allowing such substitution for oneself. f. Bribery of any person to obtain examination information. 2. Plagiarism is the failure to acknowledge indebtedness. It is always assumed that the written work offered for evaluation and credit is the student's own unless otherwise acknowledged. Such acknowledgment should occur whenever one quotes another person's actual works, whenever one appropriates another person's ideas, opinions, or theories, even if they are paraphrased, and whenever one borrows facts, statistics, or other illustrative materials unless the information is common knowledge. 3. Collusion is collaboration with another person in the preparation or editing of notes, themes, reports, or other written work or in laboratory work offered for evaluation and credit, unless such collaboration is specifically approved in advance by the instructor. 4. Credential misrepresentation is the use of false or misleading statements in order to gain admission to Augusta State University. It also involves the use of false or misleading statements in an effort to obtain employment or college admission elsewhere, while one is enrolled at Augusta State University. Faculty Responsibility. It is the duty of the faculty to practice and preserve academic honesty and to encourage it among students. The instructor should clarify any situation peculiar to the course that may differ from the generally stated policy. He or she should furthermore endeavor to make explicit the intent and purpose of each assignment so that the student may complete the assignment without unintentionally compromising academic honesty. It is the responsibility of the faculty member to provide for appropriate supervision of examinations. 56 Augusta State University Catalog student Responsibility. It is the duty of the student to practice and preserve academic honesty. If the student has any doubt about a situation, he or she should consult with his or her instructor. Procedures. Upon encountering a violation of academic honesty by a student, a faculty member should: 1 . Confront the student and make the charges known. 2. Discuss the matter thoroughly with the student so that each position is clearly delineated. 3. Decide what action is appropriate. 4. Remind the student to refer to the Student Academic Appeals and Student Academic Grievances procedures outlined below. If the action is less severe than a "WF" for the course: 1 . Report the violation and the action taken to the chairperson of the department in which the violation occurred, who will then report the matter to the Dean of that College. 2. Decide whether the incident shall be made part of the academic dishonesty file in the office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs. If a "WF" for the course: 4. Notify the Dean of the College through his/her departmental chairperson and initiate a "WF" withdrawal form. At this point, the matter shall be reviewed by a departmental committee, the chairperson, or the Dean. 5. If those reviewing the matter do not agree with the interpretation of the evidence or with the action taken by the faculty member, they may ask him/her to reconsider. After reconsidering the matter, the faculty member may stand by the original decision and forward the "WF" withdrawal form to the Dean. 6. If those reviewing agree with the faculty member, the withdrawal form shall be forwarded to the Dean. The Dean shall: 1 . Review each faculty member's recommendation for a "WF" for the course, checkthe academic honesty status of the student via the academic dishonesty file, and either let the "WF" stand or make some other recommendation. The final decision shall be made by the faculty member. 2. If the "WF" is to stand, the Dean shall send the withdrawal form to the Registrar and request the Vice President for Academic Affairs to enter the violation in the academic dishonesty file. 3. Notify the student in writing of the action taken, remind the student of his/her right to appeal as outlined below, and inform the student that if he/she plans to appeal, the appeal must be filed within three (3) calendar days. 4. Notify the involved faculty member in writing of the action taken. The Vice President for Academic Affairs shall: 1 . Upon a student's second offense requiring a "WF" for a course, expel the student from Augusta State University and direct the Registrar to enter the phrase "Ineligible to Register" on the student's permanent record. Augusta State University Catalog 57 2. Maintain the academic dishonesty file so that all appropriate administrators have access to the record of violations but also so that the student's rights to limited access shall be safe-guarded. Should the student desire to appeal the decision for punitive action, he or she shall notify the appropriate Dean, who will ask the Academic Policies Committee to arrange a hearing in the manner set forth below in this catalog under "Student Academic Grievances." Discipline Augusta State University has defined the relationships and appropriate behavior of students as members of the university community through the document Student Rights and Responsibilities. The document is available to all members of the university community through the Office of the Dean of Students. The students of Augusta State University have established a precedent of exemplary behavior as members of the university and civic communities. Individuals and groups are expected to observe the tradition of decorum and behave in no way which would precipitate physical, social, or emotional hazards to other members of the university community. Improper behavior is at once a breach of tradition and inconsistent with the aims and objectives of the university. Such behavior subjects the student to disciplinary probation, suspension, expulsion, or other appropriate disciplinary measures. Student Academic Appeals (also see "Student Academic Grievances", page 59) An academic appeal is a request for review of an administrator's decision made with respect to an individual student which bears upon his/her student career. The appeals procedure does not apply to issues which have broad application to the university as a whole or to constituent groupings within the university. However, appeals can be made in matters such as admission, transfer of credit, probation, suspension, dismissal, and other similar matters. A supervisor's decision in an appeal can itself be appealed, but there is no appeal of the President's decisions except in cases where it is reasonably alleged that a decision against the student was based on discrimination with respect to race, sex, age, handicap, religion, or national origin. You may file an appeal whenever you can reasonably claim that an administra- tor's decision affecting your program of study was not justified by the procedures and/or guidelines established to govern that decision. It is not necessary that you allege discrimination or other wrongdoing on the part of the administrator. You should submit the appeal in writing to the immediate supervisor of the administrator whose decision you question. It is your responsibility to gather the evidence necessary to support your case and to include that evidence when submitting the written appeal. In preparing the appeal, you should keep in mind that the primary issue is whether the administrative decision was justified by the procedures and/or guidelines established to govern that decision. 58 Augusta State University Catalog The supervisor to whom the appeal is made may choose to appoint and be advised by a consultative board composed of students and/or faculty and/or administrators of the supervisor's own choosing, and may also choose to charge such a board with hearing oral arguments and/or with making inquiries into specified matters of fact. However, if you have alleged discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, or national origin, a consultative board must be appointed and must include at least one student and at least one faculty member who is not an administrator. In no case will the supervisor be bound by the advice of the board. Student Academic Grievances (also see "Student Academic Appeals", page 58) The following grievance procedure primarily applies to alleged violations of a student's rights by his/her instructor. However, if your problem is related to admission, transfer of credit, probation, suspension, or dismissal, you may wish to enter an academic appeal, as described in the previous section of this manual. If your problem is with an administrator's decision regarding a matter between you and your instructor, you should use the academic appeals process unless you can reasonably claim that the administrator's decision constitutes a violation of your rights. In the latter case, you may choose to use the academic grievance procedure, adapting it to your case so as to begin with the administrator and his/her supervisor rather than the instructor and his/her chair and dean (as outlined below). The Academic Policies Committee is the final arbiter of whether such a grievance against an administrator should be resolved instead through the appeals process. If your problem is related to a non-academic issue, you should refer to the Student Conduct Code. If you wish to initiate a grievance, you must follow the student academic grievance procedure as outlined below, keeping in mind the following principles: 1. You must start with a sincere attempt to settle the dispute in an informal manner with the instructor. Administrators can initially hear your concerns and refer you to this document, but they will not discuss any specific grievance until the appropriate procedural steps have been taken. 2. Within the guidelines of the institution, faculty have authority and responsibility for course content, classroom procedure, and grading, except insofar as it can be shown that a decision was arbitrary or capricious, or based on discrimination with respect to race, religion, sex, handicap, age, or national origin. 3. In order for you to prepare your case, keep in mind that when you present the facts the burden of proof is on you, not on the instructor. 4. Students who have legitimate grievances which cannot be resolved at the departmental level are encouraged to pursue their cases and follow the procedures outlined below. However, frivolous or mendacious complaints are discouraged. Students and faculty are further advised that adherence to the full truth represents the best service to their cases, and indeed that misstated or overstated claims by the principals or their witnesses about the misdeeds of others may lead to civil penalties. Augusta State University Catalog 59 Administrators shall not discuss the details of a specific grievance with a student who has not followed the procedure outlined herein, and any representative of a student must follow the same procedure. Public statements about a case shall be withheld by the parties involved, by the board of review, and by all participants in the hearings until the final decision has been communicated to the parties to the grievance. If and when an official statement is made of the result of the procedures outlined below, it shall be made through the office of the appropriate dean. Access to the written record of the hearing, and to all other records, findings, and recommendations of the board of review and any administrators involved in appeals shall be limited to authorized personnel. In the following document, the term "faculty" shall be construed to mean those persons defined as "faculty" by the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents, the Statutes of the University and those persons appointed by the President to administrative positions at the institution. Further, the term "days" denotes normal working days on which university classes meet. Weekends, holidays, final exam periods, and breaks between and within semesters are not to be counted in calculating these time lines. It should be understood that, at each level in the academic chain of command above the instructor, e.g. the department chair, dean of the college, vice president for academic affairs, and president of the institution, the administrator may designate an appropriate representative. Once a student has initiated a written grievance procedure, all responses along this chain of command must be in writing. I. Stage One: The Informal Procedure. The student should first make a sincere attempt to settle a dispute in an informal manner with the instructor. If the student is still not satisfied with the instructor's decision, he/she may then discuss the matter with the instructor's department chair. If the problem remains unresolved, the student may then discuss the matter with the instructor's dean. II. Stage Two: The Written Grievance. If the student has exhausted the procedures outlined in section I above, he/she may continue as follows: A. The student shall submit the grievance in writing to the instructor involved. This document, hereinafter referred to as the written grievance, shall include, but not be limited to, all supporting documentation and a statement of the specific relief sought by the student. The written grievance must be submitted to the instructor no later than midterm of the semester following the actions which gave rise to the grievance. B. If agreement is not reached within five (5) days of the receipt of the written grievance by the instructor, the student may appeal the instructor's decision to the department chair. The student shall so advise the chair within five (5) days of receiving that decision. 0. The department chair shall respond to the written grievance within five (5) days of receiving it. The student may choose to appeal the chair's response by submitting a copy of the grievance to the dean of the appropriate college. The appeal must be made within five days (5) of the student's having received the response. No appeal may be initiated after the fifth day following the student's receipt of the chair's response. 60 Augusta State University Catalog III. stage Three: The Formal Hearing. If agreement is not reached within five (5) days of the submission of the written grievance to the dean, then the dean or either party may ask the Academic Policies Committee to arrange a hearing before a formal board of review. A. The person submitting this request to the Academic Policies Committee shall transmit with it a copy of the written grievance and any other documents or exhibits which he/she considers pertinent. B. Within five (5) days of receiving the request to arrange a hearing, the Academic Policies committee shall act upon that request. In the case of a grievance against an administrator, the committee shall first determine whether the problem should more appropriately be resolved through the academic appeals process or whether the academic grievance process is the appropriate context. In the latter case, the committee shall then determine how to adapt the procedures of the academic grievance process to this particular situation. It shall then appoint a board of review, hereinafter referred to as the board, in the following manner: 1 . The board shall consist of five to seven (5-7) members, including faculty members, at least one student, and the Dean of Students or his/her designate. One of the faculty members shall be designated by the Academic Policies Committee to serve as the chair of the board. 2. The Academic Policies Committee shall consult with the parties to assure that its selection of a chair is acceptable to both parties. Each party shall also be permitted to strike from one to three other proposed members from the board. When a party strikes a proposed member, the committee will name another in his/her place; such substitutions may also be struck by either party if that party has not already exhausted his/her three strikes. 3. No party to the dispute shall be a member of the board. 4. Immediately upon acceptance of the appointment by the chair of the board, the chair of the Academic Policies Committee shall deliver to him/her the written grievance and all other documents and/or exhibits received by the committee in the context of the grievance. C. Within five (5) days of the appointment of the board, the chair shall convene a preliminary closed session of the board for the following purposes: 1 . To determine the day and hour of the hearing. The hearing must begin within ten (1 0) days of the preliminary session. 2. To distribute to the board all prior communications and documents pertinent to the grievance, including copies of the written grievance. D. After the preliminary meeting of the board, the chair shall: 1. Continue attempts at arbitration at any appropriate point in these proceedings. 2. Prepare an agenda for the hearing and arrange for a meeting place. 3. Engage the assistance of the Dean of Students in utilizing the services of a confidential secretary or other appropriate means to obtain a verbatim written record of the proceedings. 4. Give written notice to both parties at least five (5) days before convening the hearing. In so doing, the chair shall advise the parties of their procedural rights, which shall include the right of due process and specifically the right to: Augusta State University Catalog 61 (a) Have present a non-participating advisor. The faculty member may have present either a member of the legal profession or a full time Augusta State University faculty member. The student may have present any one individual and may choose to replace that individual with another at any point during the hearing. (b) Call for supporting witnesses. (c) Inquire into all written and oral testimony, depositions, and exhibits of evidence. (d) Know the identity of all witnesses and the authors of all written testi- mony and have the opportunity to confront all such persons by cross-examination or by affidavit. (e) Endeavor to rebut all evidence. (f) Interpret and summarize their individual positions, particularly in relation to wider issues of academic rights and responsibilities. (g) Be informed of the findings and recommendations of the board. The chair shall be deemed to have satisfied this requirement if he/she calls the attention of the parties to section lll(D)4 of this document. E. The hearing shall be held in closed session. The chair shall distribute copies of the agenda to the parties, the board members, and any witnesses who may have been called. The chair shall supervise the proceedings and shall rule on any unusual or special elements with respect to procedures of the board after giving due notice to disputing parties or their representatives of their procedural rights. F. The parties involved must present their own cases even though counsel may be present duhng the formal hearing. Normally, the presentations shall include a lucid statement of the case, a presentation of the case by affidavits, testimony and/or exhibits, and a summary which includes a statement of the specific relief sought from the board. G. The board shall try to complete the agenda for the hearing in one session. If this is not possible, the term "hearing" as used throughout this document shall apply collectively to all sessions taken together. The board shall in any case see to it that all sessions of the hearing have been concluded within five (5) days of the first session of the hearing. IV. Stage Four: Deliberations of the Board and its Report A. Within five (5) days of the conclusion of the hearing, the chair shall see to it that copies of a written verbatim record of the hearing are distributed to the members of the board, to the two parties, and to the appropriate dean. B. Within five (5) days of the distribution of the written verbatim record the board may choose to meet more than once, but in no case may the deliberations continue past the tenth day following the distribution of the written verbatim record. The board shall confine its deliberations to the case presented. C. Within five (5) days of reaching a decision, the board shall issue to the appropriate dean a written report giving its findings and recommendations. V. Stage Five: The Dean's Decision A. If the board has found that the instructor made an arbitrary or capricious decision against the student, or one based on discrimination with regard to race, religion, sex, handicap, age, or national origin, and if the board has 62 Augusta State University Catalog recommended appropriate relief, the dean may order tiiat relief. Such relief may include, but is not limited to, a change in a disputed course grade. If the board has made a recommendation on a basis other than a finding that the instructor made an arbitrary or capricious decision against the student, or one based on discrimination with regard to race, religion, sex, handicap, age, or national origin, the dean may order that the recommendation shall be followed. B. Within five (5) days of receiving the board's findings and recommendations, the dean shall forward the following by registered mail to each of the parties involved: 1 . A copy of the board's findings and recommendations. 2. The dean's decision with regard to any relief sought by the parties and/or recommended by the board. 3. Notification to both parties of the right to appeal before the dean takes action. The dean shall be deemed to have satisfied this requirement if he/she calls the attention of the parties to section VI of this document. C. If no party makes a written appeal within five (5) days of having been considered final and the dean shall see to its implementation. VI. Stage Six: The Appeals Process A. It is particularly emphasized that senior administrators are not to be contacted about the details of a grievance except in the context of an appeal. Neither of the parties is to take his/her case to senior administrators until after the procedures set forth above have come to their conclusion. This rule applies equally to any representative of the parties. B. Neither the faculty grievance procedure nor any other procedure may be invoked as a substitute for the appeals process set forth below. C. Appeal to the Vice President for Academic Affairs 1 . If either party wishes to appeal the decision of the dean, he/she must do so in writing to the Vice President for Academic Affairs within five (5) days of receiving notification from the dean. The appeal shall include, but is not limited to, the following: a. Copies of the written grievance, of the findings and recommendations of the board, of the written verbatim record of the hearing, and of the dean's letter notifying the parties of his/her decision. b. An explanation of the reason for the appeal. c. A specific statement of the relief which the appellant is seeking from the vice president. 2. In the case of an appeal by the student, if the vice president finds that the instructor made an arbitrary or capricious decision against the student, or one based on discrimination with regard to race, religion, sex, handicap, age, or national origin, he/she may order relief for the student, including but not limited to a change in a disputed course grade. 3. Within five (5) days of receiving the written appeal, the vice president shall forward his/her decision to the appropriate dean, to the two parties, and to the chairs of the board and the Academic Policies Committee. In communicating this decision, the vice president shall advise the two parties of the right to appeal to the president before the vice president's decision takes effect. The vice president shall be deemed to have satisfied this requirement if he/she calls the attention of the parties to sections VI (D) and VI (E) of this document. Augusta State University Catalog 63 4. If no party makes a written appeal within five (5) days of having been notified by the vice president of his/her decision, that decision shall be considered final and vice president shall communicate it to the appropriate dean, who shall see to its implementation. D. Appeal to the President 1 . If either party wishes to appeal the decision of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, he/she must do so in writing to the president of the university within five (5) days of being notified of the vice president's decision. 2. At the same time, the appellant shall give notice of the appeal to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, who shall thereupon forward to the president the materials listed above in section VI(C)1 . 3. In the case of an appeal by the student, if the president finds that the instructor made an arbitrary or capricious decision against the student, or one based on discrimination with regard to race, religion, sex, handicap, age, or national origin, he/she may order relief for the student, including but not limited to a change in a disputed course grade. 4. The president shall communicate his/her decision to the two parties, the chairs of the board and the Academic Policies Committee, the Vice President for Academic Affairs, and the appropriate dean. 5. If either party wishes to appeal the president's decision to the Board of Regents, he/she shall so advise the president in writing within five (5) days of receiving that decision. If no party so advises the president within those five days, the decision shall be considered final and the president shall communicate this to the appropriate dean, who shall see to its implementation. E. Final Disposition Final disposition of the case shall be made in accordance with Article IX of the By-Laws of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia: Any person in the University System for whom no other appeal is provided in the Bylaws and who is aggrieved by a final decision of the president of an institution, may apply to the Board of Regents, without prejudice to his/her position, for a review of the decision. The application for review shall be submitted in writing to the Executive Secretary of the Board within a period of twenty days following the decision of the president. It shall state the decision complained of and the redress desired. A review by the Board is not a matter of right, but is within the sound discretion of the Board. If the application for review is granted, the Board or a committee of the Board or a Hearing Officer appointed by the Board, shall investigate the matter thoroughly and report its findings and recommendations to the Board. The Board shall render its decision thereon within sixty days from the filing date of the application for review or from the date of any hearing which may be held thereon. The decision of the Board shall be final and binding for all purposes. Undercurrent Board of Regents procedures, action by the president on grade ap- peals is the final and binding administrative decision; however, in making a policy 64 Augusta State University Catalog decision to reject routine grade appeals, the Board of Regents did not intend to bar the receipt of grade complaints grounded upon alleged invidious discriminatory motivations, such as improper considerations of race, gender, national origin, religion, age, or handicap. Confidentiality of Student Records Under the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, Augusta State University has established policies concerning the confidentiality of student educational records. Students have the right to seek correction of the contents of these records, to place an explanatory note in a record when a challenge is not successful, and to control (with certain exceptions) the disclosure of the contents of their records. Directory information concerning an individual student, including name, address, e-mail address, telephone number, date and place of birth, height and weight of members of athletic teams, major, participation in athletic and student activities, dates of attendance, degrees, awards and honors, and most recent institution attended, is generally available for release unless a student specifically requests in writing that this information not be released. This request must be submitted in writing to the Registrar's Office. Augusta State University Catalog 65 NOTES 66 Augusta State University Catalog AUGUSTA STATE UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Augusta State University offers scores of carefully designed undergraduate programs. Each has been approved by the faculty, by the Regents, and by accrediting authorities. The Core Curriculum, which is a required part of all Bachelors programs at Augusta State University, is presented first (Additional information about the Core can be found on page 32.), followed by a description of the ASU Honors Program. Finally, descriptions of individual academic programs are listed alphabetically by college. Substitutions of courses are permitted only under certain circumstances; see the entries entitled "Course Substitution" and "Curriculum Changes" (page 30). Except as provided in these entries, you must take a program exactly as it is set forth in this catalog. Augusta State University Catalog 67 Core Curriculum for all Bachelors Degrees Area A Essential Skills 9 English ENGL 1101 English Composition I or ENGL 1113 Honors Freshman Composition I 3 ENGL 1102 English Composition II or ENGL 1114 Honors Freshman Composition II 3 (A grade of C or better is required in English 1101, 1 1 02, 1 1 1 3, and 1 1 1 4; see ENGL 1101 and 1 102 Policy, page 33) Mathematics 3 Non-Science Track: MATH 1111 College Algebra or MATH 1 1 01 Introduction to Mathematical Modeling Science Track: (Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Physics) MATH 1113 Precalculus Area B Institutional Options 4 HUMN 2001/HUMN 2002 World Humanities (Part of a two 2 semester, eight-hour sequence; remainder in Area C) COMS 1 01 Introduction to Communication or 2 COMS 1020 Fundamentals of Human Communication (a 3-hour alternative to COMS 1010) or HONR 1010 Honors Introductory Seminar: The Nature of Inquiry (a 3-hour Honors alternative to COMS 1 01 0/COMS 1 020) Area C Humanities and Fine Arts 6 HUMN 2001/HUMN 2002 World Humanities I & II (Part of a two semester, eight hour sequence, remainder in Area B) Area D Science, Mathematics and Technology 1 1 Option I Non-Science Majors 8 Choose two of the following: BIOL 1 101 Introduction to Biology I BIOL 1 102 Introduction to Biology II BIOL 1 1 07 Principles of Biology I BIOL 1 1 08 Principles of Biology II CHEM 1151 Survey of Chemistry I CHEM 1152 Sun/ey of Chemistry II CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II GEOL 1 1 21 Geology (Physical) I GEOL 1122 Geology (Historical) II PHYS 1111 Introductory Physics I PHYS 1112 Introductory Physics II PHYS 2211 Principles of Physics I PHYS 2212 Principles of Physics II PHSC 1011 Physical Science I PHSC 1 01 2 Physical Science 1 1 68 Augusta State University Catalog Choose one additional course from those above or from the following: 3-4 MATH 1120 Contemporary Mathematics MATH 1113 Precalculus Mathematics MATH 1220 Applied Calculus MATH 201 1 Calculus and Analytical Geometry I MATH 221 Elementary Statistics Option II Science Majors Choose a sequence of two laboratory courses from the following: 8 BIOL 11 07/BIOL 1108 Principles of Biology I and II CHEM 1211/CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry I and II PHYS 1 1 1 1/PHYS 1112 Introductory Physics I and II PHYS 221 1/PHYS 2212 Principles of Physics I and II Choose one of the following mathematics courses: 4 MATH 201 1 Calculus and Analytical Geometry I (Note: 4th hour counted in Area F or non-core 60 hours) QL MATH 2210 Elementary Statistics (option for biology majors only) AtG3 E Social SciGflCGS 1 2 HIST 21 1 1 /HIST 2112 United States to 1 877/United States 3 since 1 877 POLS 1101 American Government 3 Choose one of the following: 3 ANTH 201 1 Cultural Anthropology ECON 1810 Basic Economics PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology SOC1 1 101 Introduction to Sociology Choose one of the following: 3 ANTH 1102 Introductory Anthropology ANTH 201 1 Cultural Anthropology ECON 1810 Basic Economics ECON 2105 Macroeconomics ECON 2106 Microeconomics GEOG 1111 World Geography HIST 1111 Pre-Modern World Civilization HIST 1112 Modern World Civilization HIST 21 1 1 United States to 1 877 HIST 2112 United States since 1 877 PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy POLS 2201 Introduction to State and Local Government POLS 2401 Global Issues PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology PSYC 1 103 Introduction to the Behavioral and Social Sciences PSYC 21 50 Introduction to Human Diversity SOC1 1 101 Introduction to Sociology SOC1 1 103 Introduction to the Behavioral and Social Sciences SOC1 1 160 Social Problems Analysis SOCI 2241 Multiculturalism in Modern Society Area F Courses Related to the Major (see specific degree programs) 1 8 Total Hours 60 Augusta State University Catalog 69 AUGUSTA STATE UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM The ASU Honors Program offers superior students the opportunity to pursue a program of study that leads to recognition as Augusta State University Honors Program Graduate. Balancing breadth and depth, the ASU Honors Program includes sections of core courses specifically designed for able and energetic learners, seminars that cross the boundaries of discipline and/or culture, a thesis, and the possibility of additional honors work in the major field. The Honors Program is not a separate degree program, but is designed to augment the course work required for a degree. In most cases, honors courses can be substituted for required credits. The Honors Program is temporarily housed in Butler Hall D7 (667-4445, 737-1500). The ASU Honors Program is affiliated with the National Collegiate Honors Council, the Southern Regional Honors Council, and the Georgia Honors Council, making available to interested ASU students a variety of honors opportunities nationwide. Honors Program Classes Honors classes differ in kind from other classes. They are usually smaller; they involve more interaction with the instructor; they encourage independent work and collaboration among students and between students and professors. Often professors in honors courses see themselves more as facilitators than as instructors or lecturers, and, when possible, guide students to work with primary materials. Honors classes ask students to explore course work more actively and intensively, but students are not evaluated on a more demanding grading scale than in other courses. Recognition Honors Program Graduates are honored with a certificate at ASU's Honors Night, and their diplomas and transcripts carry the designation Honors Program Graduate. Program Requirements To earn recognition as an ASU Honors Program Graduate, a student accepted into the program must complete the requirements below and have an overall GPA of 3.4. Should the GPA drop below the required 3.4, the student will be allowed to continue in the program on probationary status as long as the GPA does not drop below 3.2, and as long as it is reasonable to expect that the GPA will rise to the 3.4 required at graduation. Freshman/Sophomore Requirement: 5 courses - 15 semester hours HONR 1010: Honors Introductory Seminar: The Nature of Inquiry (and) 4 Honors Sections of Core Courses. A section of HONR 1900 can count as one of these four. One of the four must be multicultural or interdisciplinary. Junior/Senior Requirement: HONR 3900: Honors Seminar: Breaking Boundaries - 3 semester hours One upper division honors elective to be selected from the following: * a second section of HONR 3900, 70 Augusta State University Cataiog * a departmental honors course (departmentally approved independent study or a regular departmental offering with an additional honors component), or *an approved honors alternative - 3 semester hours The HONR 3999-4000 sequence (begun in the junior year and completed by the end of student's penultimate term): HONR 3999: Thesis Prospectus--1 semester hour HONR 4000: Honors Thesis--2-3 semester hours HONR 4500: Honors Capstone--1 semester hour Taken in the senior year, ideally in student's last term. Eligibility and Admissions Students may seek entry into the Honors Program by submitting to the Chair of the Honors Program Committee: (1) an application form, and (2) either a letter of intent in which the student introduces herself and tells what she will contribute to the Honors Program through her participation or an essay of 200 to 300 words in which the student defines his personal and professional goals. The letter or essay is a way of introducing oneself to the program, not a basis for determining whether or not a student will be admitted. An Entering Freshman who meets one of the following criteria is invited to join the Honors Program: (1 ) Combined SAT scores (recentered) of 1 1 60 or more and a cumulative high school GPA of 3.2 or better. (2) Combined SAT scores (recentered) of 1 1 00 or more and a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or better. Students Already Enrolled at ASU are invited to join the Honors Program if they are not simultaneously in Learning Support, have completed 9 semester hours of academic work at ASU, and have an overall GPA of 3.4. To be able to complete program requirements without taking several additional courses, students should seek acceptance into the program and begin taking honors courses early In their careers. Transfer students who bring in an unadjusted 3.4 GPA on at least 9 semester hours of course work from another institution and have SAT scores at least equivalent to those required of entering ASU honors freshmen will be eligible to register immediately for honors courses on a space available basis. They will be eligible to apply for admission to the Honors Program after they have completed 6 semester hours at ASU with an ASU overall GPA of 3.4. Honors courses taken before a student is formally admitted to the program may count toward Honors Program Graduation. Students transferring from another institution's Honors Program are subject to the general transfer policy defined above, but, once admitted to the Honors Program, will be able to count Honors Program hours completed at their previous institution(s) toward completing Honors Program Requirements at ASU. ASU students who are not simultaneously in Learning Support, and who have completed 6 or more semester hours at ASU with an unadjusted GPA of 3.4 may take Honors Program courses on a space available basis. Augusta State University Catalog 71 Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts and Sciences The Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts and Sciences assists in development of basic skills, provides essentials of a general education, and also provides advanced subject-area competence needed by involved citizens in a democratic society. These objectives are pursued through the offering of masters, baccalaureate, and associate degree programs appropriate to college resources and the needs of the community. Another objective of the College of Arts and Sciences is to support degree programs in the College of Business Administration and the College of Education by providing a variety of graduate and undergraduate course work as well as courses that are preliminary to professional training in such fields as engineering, law, medicine, and military science. The College also offers a military science curriculum that prepares a student for a commission in the United States Army, the United States Anny Reserve or the United States National Guard, and a variety of programs leading to minors. (Minor programs offered at Augusta State University are listed in the Index under Minor Programs.) Members of the faculty of the College of Arts and Sciences are as follows: Dean: House, E.A. Department of Biology Professor: Urban, E.K., Chair Associate Professor: Bicl Physical Education 4 Must include the Wellness and Fitness course and one activity course, swimming unless passed the proficiency exam. Total Hours for the Degree 64 ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE This is a two-year program for the student who may not complete a four-year college program. It includes the first two years of a standard bachelor's of science degree program and would allow the student to move into the bachelor's degree program with no loss of credit. Core Areas A-E, for Science Majors 42 Core Area F as specified in the chosen science discipline's 18 bachelor's degree program Physical Education 4 Must include the Wellness and Fitness course and one activity course, swimming unless passed the proficiency exam Total Hours for the Degree 64 74 Augusta State University Cataiog GENERAL STUDIES MINOR IN GENERAL STUDIES (Grade of C or better is required in all courses used.) The minor requires 15 hours of course work at the 3000 and 4000 level in at least two disciplines, with at most 9 hours from one discipline. At least 9 hours must be taken at Augusta State University. Courses may not be chosen from the student's major field. The student and the student's advisor should plan the minor around a theme appropriate to the student's educational goals. The minor is not designed to serve as a spot for placing courses which have been completed, but which do not meet another requirement. The advisor for the student's major must approve the courses used for the minor and sign the application for graduation as chair of the minor. Total hours for the Minor 15 Augusta State University Catalog 75 BIOLOGY PROGRAMS BIOLOGY Bachelor of Science with a Major in Biology Core Areas A - E for Science Majors 42 Core Area F 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) BIOL 11 07 and 1 1 08 Principles of Biology I and II 8 CHEM 1211 and 1212 Principles of Chemistry I and II 8 Select one of the following: 2 Foreign Language 3 CHEM 241 Chemistry of Organic and Biomolecules 4 CSCI 2000 Introduction to Computers and Programming 3 CSCI 2301 Principles of Computer Programming I 4 MINF 2201 Microcomputer Applications 3 Lower Division Courses required if not taken in the Core Curriculum and spill over hours from Area F 5-16 1 . One year Foreign Language or Math 2210 Elementary Statistics and CSCI 2000 or 2301 or MINF 2201 2. CHEM 2410 or 341 1 Organic Chemistry I 3. PHYS 1111 andl 112 Introductory Physics I and II or PHYS 2211 and 2212 Principles of Physics I and II Major Concentration 27 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) BIOL 3000 General Botany 4 BIOL 31 00 Zoology 4 BIOL 3200 Genetics 4 BIOL 3400 Cell Biology 4 BIOL 41 00 Principles of Ecology 4 BIOL 4980 Seminar 1 Select two upper-division biology courses 6 Upper Division Electives 12 To be chosen with the assistance of the student's faculty advisor. Free Electives 5-16 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 (A Senior Exit Examination is required of all graduating biology majors.) 76 Augusta State University Catalog BIOLOGY Bachelor of Science with a Major in Biology with Certification in Secondary School Teaching Core Areas A - E for Science Majors 42 Core Area F 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) BIOL 1 1 07 and 11 08 Principles of Biology I and II 8 CHEM 121 1 and 1212 Principles of Chemistry I and II 8 Select one of the following: 2 Foreign language 3 CHEM 241 Chemistry of Organic and Biomolecules 4 CSCI 2000 Introduction to Computers and Programming 3 CSCI 2301 Principles of Computer Programming I 4 MINF 2201 Microcomputer Applications 3 Lower Division Courses required if not taken in the Core Curriculum and spill over hours from Area F 5-8 1. One year Foreign Language or MATH 2210 Elementary Statistics and CSCI 2000 or 2301 or MINF 2210 2. CHEM 2410 or 341 1 Organic Chemistry I (Grade of C or better) 3. PHYS 1 1 1 1 and 1 1 12 Introductory Physics I and II or PHYS 221 1 and 2212 Principles of Physics I and II (Grade of C or better) Major Concentration 27 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) BIOL 3000 General Botany BIOL 3100 Zoology BIOL 3200 Genetics 4 4 4 BIOL 3400 Cell Biology BIOL 4100 Principles of Ecology BIOL 4980 Seminar 4 4 1 Select two upper-division biology electives 6 Free Elective 0-3 Education 27 Prerequisite Admission to teacher education Integrated Curriculum Core SCED 41 01 The Secondary School Student 3 SCED 4102 Secondary School Context and Curriculum Coherence 3 Augusta State University Cataiog 77 Content Pedagogy SCED 4401 Science Pedagogy I 3 SCED 4402 Science Pedagogy II 3 Apprenticeship Semester SCED 4901 Apprenticeship 12 SCED 4902 Seminar 3 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 127-130 A Senior Exit Examination is required of all graduating biology majors BIOLOGY Minor in Biology Students minoring in biology should see a biology faculty member as early in their career as possible. Prerequisites 8 Biology 1 1 07 and 1 1 08 Principles of Biology I and II Upper Division Courses 15 In consultation with your major department and the Biology Department, select 15-18 hours of 3000- and 4000-level biology courses. Grade of C or better is required in all these courses. Total Upper Division Hours for the Biology Minor 15 78 Augusta State University Catalog CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS PROGRAMS CHEMISTRY - Professional Track Bachelor of Science with a Major in Chemistry The professional track prepares the student for graduate study in chemistry and provides for job entry level as a chemist. (Grade of C or better is required in all chemistry courses) Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Science Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 CHEM 1211, 1212 Principles of Chemistry I, II 8 CHEM2810 Quantitative Analysis 4 MATH 201 1 , 201 2 Calculus I - (one hour), II 5 CSCI appropriate course, one hour 1 Non-Core Courses 5-17 MATH 201 1 (if not in D, transfer student) 0-3 CSCI (two hours from F) 2 (if Calculus III transferred, then not CSCI) 0-1 PHYS 221 1 , 2212 Principles of Physics I, II (if not in D) 0-8 MATH 3020 Differential Equations 3 Major Concentration 38 CHEM 3411, 3412 Organic Chemistry I, II 8 CHEM 3721 , 3722 Physical Chemistry 1,11 8 CHEM 3810 Advanced Preparations and Characterizations 3 CHEM 3820 Laboratory Management and Safety 2 CHEM 4210 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 CHEM 4551 Biochemistry I 4 CHEM 4810 Environmental Chemistry 4 CHEM 4830 Principles of Instrument Design 2 CHEM 4840 Instrumental Analysis 4 Electives 5-17 Physical Education 5 Satisfactory Chemistry Oral Exam Departmental Requirement Chemistry Written Exit Exam Institutional Requirement Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 Augusta State University Catalog 79 CHEMISTRY - Pre-Professional Track Bachelor of Science with a Major In Chemistry The pre-professional track is ideal for pre-med, pre-dentistry, or pre-law, or job entry at the technical level. (Grade of C or better is required in all chemistry courses) Ctore Curriculum Areas A-E for Science Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 CHEM 1211,1212 Principles of Chemistry 1,11 8 CHEM 281 Quantitative Analysis 4 MATH 201 1 Calculus I - (1 hour) 1 PHYS 1111 Introductory Physics I 4 CSCI appropriate course, one hour 1 if Calculus II transferred, then not CSCI Non-Core Courses 2-10 MATH 201 1 (if not in D, transfer student) 0-3 CSCI (two hours from F) 2 (if Calculus II transferred, then not CSCI) 0-1 PHYS 1112 Introductory Physics II (if not in D) 4 Major Concentration 29 CHEM 341 1 , 3412 Organic Chemistry 1,11 8 CHEM 3810 Advanced Preparations and Characterizations 3 CHEM 3820 Laboratory Management and Safety 2 CHEM 4210 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 CHEM 4551 , 4552 Biochemistry 1,11 7 CHEM 4830 Principles of Instrument Design 2 CHEM 4840 Instrumental Analysis 4 Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 3-14 Ten hours of 3000/4000 level courses in minor plus electives Physical Education 5 Satisfactory Chemistry Oral Exam Departmental Requirement Chemistry Written Exit Exam Institutional Requirement Total Hours for the Degree 125 80 Augusta State University Catalog CHEMISTRY Bachelor of Science with a Major in Chemistry Secondary Science Teaching Certification This program is designed to accommodate students seeking science teaching certification with a concentration in chemistry. (Grade of or better is required in all chemistry courses) Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Science Majors Core Curriculum Area F CHEM 1211, 1212 Principles of Chemistry I, II CHEM 2810 Quantitative Analysis MATH 201 1 Calculus I - (one hour) PHYS 1111, 1112 Introductory Physics I, II excess to Program Non-Core Courses Required if not taken in Area D or F BIOL 1 107 or 1 108 Principles of Biology I, II or CHEM 1211 or 1212 Principles of Chemistry I, I or PHYS 1 1 1 1 or 1 1 12 Introductory Physics I, II Major Concentration CHEM 3411, 3412 Organic Chemistry I, II CHEM 3810 Advanced Preparations and Characterizations CHEM 3820 Laboratory Management and Safety CHEM 4210 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry CHEM 4551, 4552 Biochemistry I, II CHEM 4830 Principles of Instrument Design CHEM 4840 Instrumental Analysis Science Certification Instead of Required Minor SCED 4101 Secondary School Student SCED 4102 Secondary School Context & Curriculum Coherence SCED 4401 Science Pedagogy I SCED 4402 Science Pedagogy II SCED 4901 Apprenticeship SCED 4902 Seminar 3 3 3 12 3 42 18 29 27 Electives Physical Education Satisfactory Chemistry Oral Exam Departmental Requirement Chemistry Written Exit Exam Institutional Requirement Total Hours for the Degree with Teaching Certification 125 Augusta State University Catalog 81 CHEMISTRY Minor in Chemistry (Grade of C or better is required in all chemistry courses) Prerequisite Courses CHEM 121 1 , 1212 Principles of Chemistry 1,11 CHEM 2810 Quantitative Analysis Minor Concentration Includes four hours from CHEM 281 4 CHEM 341 1 Organic Chemistry I 4 Select one 4-hour and one 3- or 4-hour course from CHEM 341 2, 3721 , 3722, 381 0, 421 0, 4551 , 4840 7-8 All courses must be approved by the Chair of the Department of Chemistry and Physics. (Prior approval is recommended) Total Hours for the Chemistry Minor 15-16 ENGINEERING Pre-Englneering Program Program includes most of courses required of freshman and sophomores at colleges of engineering. Science and mathematics courses for engineering programs at University System of Georgia institutions include: Core Area A MATH 2011 Calculus I 4 Core Area D MATH 2012 Calculus II 4 Recommended: CHEM 1211, 1212 Principles of Chemistry I, II 8 Core Area F PHYS 221 1 , 2212 Principles of Physics I, II 8 MATH 2013 Calculus III 4 MATH 3020 Differential Equations 3 Also recommended: CSCI 2060 Computer Science Programming for Science and Engineering 3 The remaining courses for Core Areas A through E should be selected from courses listed under Core Curriculum. The student should refer to the catalog of the Georgia Institute of Technology or of the institution to which one intends to transfer. 82 Augusta State University Catalog PHYSICS Bachelor of Science with a Major in Physics This program prepares the student for graduate study in physics and provides for job entry level as a physicist. (Grade of C or better is required in all physics courses.) Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Science Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 RHYS 221 1 , 2212 Principles of Physics 1,11 8 MATH 201 1 , 2012, 2013 Calculus I one hour, II, III 9 CSCI 2060 Programming for Science and Engineering 1 Non-Core Courses 5-1 6 MATH 201 1 (if not in D, transfer student) 0-3 CSCI 2060 (two hours from F) 2 CHEM 1211, 1212 Principles of Chemistry I, II ( if not in D) 0-8 MATH 3020 Differential Equations 3 Major Concentration 38 PHYS 301 1 , 3012 Electronics 1,11 8 PHYS3040 Advanced Optics 4 PHYS 3251 , 3252 Theoretical Mechanics 1,11 6 PHYS 4051 , 4052 Electromagnetic Theory 1,11 6 PHYS 431 Thermal Physics 3 PHYS 4350 Analytical Methods of Physics 3 PHYS 451 1 , 4512 Quantum Physics I, II 8 Electives 6-1 7 Physical Education 5 Satisfactory Physics Oral Exam Departmental Requirement Physics Written Exit Exam Institutional Requirement Total Hours for Degree 1 25 Augusta State University Cataiog 83 PHYSICAL SCIENCE Bachelor of Science with a Major in Physical Science Physics Concentration This program is designed to accommodate students seeking science teaching certification. Students pursuing this program for any other purpose should consult with the Department of Chemistry and Physics. (Grade of C or better is required in all physics courses) Core Curriculum Area A-E for Science Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 PHYS 221 1 , 2212 Principles of Physics I, II or PHYS 1111,1112 Introductory Physics 1,11 8 MATH 201 1 , 2012, 2013 Calculus I one hour, II, III 9 CSCI 2000 Introduction to Computers and Programming or CSCI 2060 Programming for Science and Engineering 1 Non-Core Courses 2-13 MATH 201 1 (if not in D, transfer student) 0-3 CSCI 2000/2060 (two hours from F) 2 CHEM 1211, 1212 Principles of CHEM I, II ( if not in D) 0-8 Major Concentration ' 24-26 PHYS 3011 Electronics I 4 PHYS 3040 Advanced Optics 4 PHYS 3251 Theoretical Mechanics I or PHYS 4051 Electromagnetic Theory I 3 PHYS 451 1 Quantum Physics I 4 Select three additional 3000/4000 level courses from the approved Physics Major Program 9-1 1 Minor Concentration 1 5-1 8 Electives 3-19 13-15 hours of 3000/4000 level courses in minor plus electives Physical Education 5 Satisfactory Physics Curriculum Oral Exam Departmental Requirement Physics Written Exit Exam Institutional Requirement Total Hours for the Degree 125 84 Augusta State University Catalog PHYSICAL SCIENCE Secondary Science Teaching Certification Bachelor of Science with a Major in Physical Science Physics Concentration This program is designed to accommodate students seeking science teaching certification with a concentration in physics. (Grade of or better is required in all physics courses) Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Science Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 PHYS 2211, 2212 Principles of Physics I, II or PHYS 1111,1112 Introductory Physics 1,11 8 MATH 201 1 , 2012, 2013 Calculus I one hour, II, III 9 CHEM 121 1 Principles of Chemistry I excess to Program 1 Non-Core Courses 7 CHEM 1 21 1 Principles of Chemistry I, excess from F 3 Required if not taken in Area D or F: Biology 1 107 or 1 108 Principles of Biology 1,11 or CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II 4 Major Concentration 24-26 PHYS 3011 Electronics I 4 PHYS 3040 Advanced Optics 4 PHYS 3251 Theoretical Mechanics I or PHYS 4051 Electromagnetic Theory I 3 PHYS 451 1 Quantum Physics I 4 Select three additional 3000/4000 level courses from the approved Physics Major Program 9-1 1 Science Certification instead of required minor 27 SCED 41 01 Secondary School Student 3 SCED 4102 Secondary School Context & Curriculum Coherence 3 SCED 4401 Science Pedagogy I 3 SCED 4402 Science Pedagogy II 3 SCED 4901 Apprenticeship 12 SCED 4902 Seminar 3 Electives 0-2 Physical Education 5 Satisfactory Physic Curriculum Oral Exam Departmental Requirement Physics Written Exit Exam Institutional Requirement Total Hours for the Degree with Teaching Certification 1 25 Augusta State University Catalog 85 PHYSICS (Grade of C or better is required in all Physics courses) Prerequisite Courses PHYS 2211, 2212 Principles of Physics I, II or PHYS 1111,1112 Introductory Physics I, II MATH 2012 Calculus II Minor in Physics Minor Concentration Include four hours from MATH 2012 Select three or four courses 1 1 hours minimum from approved Physics Major Concentration All courses must be approved by the Chair of the Department of Chemistry and Physics. (Prior approval is recommended) Total Hours for the Physics Minor ' f % 4,"w^ 86 Augusta State University Catalog FINE ARTS PROGRAM - ART ART Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Major In Art (General Track) The Bachelor of Fine Arts program is designed to prepare students for professional careers in art. It should be selected by students who plan to pursue graduate degrees in art. (Students wishing to concentrate in either two-dimensional art or three- dimensional art should refer to the B.F.A. Drawing/Painting Tracl 3 Miscellaneous Requirements 2 Take each of the following: MUSI 3560 Fundamentals of Conducting Piano Proficiency (see the ASU Music Student Handbook) Computer Applications in Music Proficiency (see the ASU Music Student Handbook) Upper Division Music Theory 4 Select from MUSI 32XX-42XX, MUSI 3720, MUSI 3810 Piano Performance Track Curriculum 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) Pedaqoqv and Studio Teaching Practicum Experience 4 Take each of the following courses: MUSI 3530 Piano Pedagogy MUSI 4531 Directed Studio Teaching-Keyboard Piano Performance 9 Take each of the following courses: MUSI 4341 Piano Literature I MUSI 4342 Piano Literature II MUSI 4670 Keyboard Ensemble (2 hours minimum) MUSI 3551 Keyboard Accompanying MUSI 3552 Keyboard Accompanying Practicum (2 hrs minimum) 112 Augusta State University Catalog Music History and Literature 4 Select from MUSI 3330-43XX, MUSI 4730, MUSI 4900 Chamber Music Ensembles 1 MUSI 4690 Chamber Music Ensemble(s) Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 129 MUSIC Bachelor of Music with a Major in Performance, Vocal Track Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Music Majors 42 Music Major Core Area F 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) Lower Division Theory Courses 8 Take each of the following courses: MUSI 1101 Elementary Ear Training and Sight Singing I MUSI 1211 Elementary Part Writing and Analysis I MUSI 1102 Elementary Ear Training and Sight Singing II MUSI 1212 Elementary Part Writing and Analysis II Lower Division Applied Lessons 6 Take each of the following courses: MUSA 1XX1 Applied Lessons: Concentration MUSA 1XX2 Applied Lessons: Concentration MUSA 2XX3 Applied Lessons: Major Maior Ensembles as assigned 4 Bachelor of Music in Performance Common Curriculum 46 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) Applied Maior Lessons (at least 12 at upper 16* divisional level) (*one hour taken from MUSA 2XX3) Recital Experience 1 Fulfill each of the following requirements: MUSI 1500 Recital Laboratory (7 semesters minimum) MUSA 2X05 Studio Class (7 semesters minimum) MUSA 3XX5 Junior Recital MUSA 4XX5 Senior Recital Music Theory Curriculum 12 Take each of the following courses: MUSI 2101 Advanced Ear Training and Sight Singing I MUSI 221 1 Advanced Part Writing and Analysis I MUSI 2102 Advanced Ear Training and Sight Singing II MUSI 2212 Advanced Part Writing and Analysis II MUSI 3210 Form and Analysis MUSI 4210 Instrumentation and Orchestration Augusta State University Catalog 1 13 Music History Curriculum 8 Take each of the following courses: MUSI 3340 Music of the Middle Ages and Renaissance MUSI 3350 Music of the Baroque and Classical Periods MUSI 3360 Music of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries Maior Ensembles (at upper division level) 3 Miscellaneous Requirements 2 Take each of the following: MUSI 3560 Fundamentals of Conducting Piano Proficiency (see the ASU Music Student Handbook) Computer Applications in Music Proficiency (see the ASU Music Student Handbook) Upper Division Music Theory 4 Select from MUSI 32XX-42XX, MUSI 3720, MUSI 3810 Vocal Performance Track Curriculum , 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses Pedagogy and Studio Teaching Practicum Experience 4 Take each of the following courses: MUSI 3520 Vocal Pedagogy MUSI 4521 Directed Studio Teaching - Vocal Vocal Performance 6 Take each of the following courses . MUSI 351 1 English Diction for Singers MUSI 3512 Italian Diction for Singers MUSI 3513 German Diction for Singers MUSI 3514 French Diction for Singers MUSI 4320 Vocal Literature Music History and Literature 6 Select from MUSI 3330-43XX, MUSI 4730, MUSI 4900 Small Ensembles (as assigned from MUSI 4610-4620) 2 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 129 MUSIC Minor in Music The Minor in Music is designed for students who have an interest and ability in music. Students wishing to declare a music minor must consult with the Chair of the Department of Fine Arts. Two courses of study are available. Performance Track This music minor is designed for interested musicians who find themselves drawn to the performance experience. An audition is required for admission to this program. A grade of C or better is required in all courses for the music performance minor. 114 Augusta State University Catalog Lower Division Theory Courses 6 Take each of the following courses: MUSI 1211 Elementary Part Writing and Analysis I MUSI 1212 Elementary Part Writing and Analysis II MUSI 1 1 01 Elementary Ear Training & Sight Singing I Miscellaneous Requirement Computer Applications in Music Proficiency (see the ASU Music Student Handbook) Maior Ensembles (as assigned at upper division level) 4 Recital Experience Fulfill each of the following requirements: MUSI 1500 Recital Laboratory (4 semesters minimum) MUSI 2X05 Studio Class (4 semesters minimum) Applied Secondary Lessons (at least 5 at upper 8 division level) Total Hours for the Music Performance Minor 1 8 Academic Track This minor is designed for interested musicians who find themselves drawn to the theoretical and historical aspects of music more so than the performance experience. A grade of C or better is required in all courses for the music academic minor. Lower Division Theory Courses 6 Take each of the following courses: MUSI 1211 Elementary Part Writing and Analysis I MUSI 1212 Elementary Part Writing and Analysis II MUSI 2211 Advanced Part Writing and Analysis I Miscellaneous Requirement Computer Applications in Music Proficiency (see the ASU Music Student Handbook) Maior Ensembles (as assigned at upper division level) 4 division level) Upper Division Music Historv 3 Select from MUSI 3340-3360 Miscellaneous Hours (at least 2 at upper division level) 5 Select from MUSI 2XXX-4XXX and MUSA 1 XX0-4XX0 Total Hours for the Music Academic Minor 1 8 Augusta State University Catalog 1 15 HISTORY AND ANTHROPOLOGY PROGRAMS ANTHROPOLOGY Minor in Anthropology Anthropology integrates scientific and iiumanistic approaciies for understanding people and cultures by way of the study of archaeology, culture, language, human evolution, and non-human primates. Students interested in human biology, behavior, culture, history, or origins will find the anthropological perspective useful. Anthropology complements studies in history, humanities, international studies, sociology, psychology, political science, biology, economics, and education and is also suitable preparation for those intending to pursue advanced anthropology degrees. Prerequisites 3 (Grade of C or better is required in each of these courses.) Anthropology 11 02 Introductory Anthropology Anthropology 201 1 Cultural Anthropology Upper Division Courses 15 (Grade of C or better is required in all of these courses) Take five courses from the following, at least three must be taken in residence at Augusta State University: Anthropology 3271 History and Culture of India Anthropology 341 1 Indians of North America Anthropology 3831 Archaeology Anthropology 3841 Biophysical Anthropology Anthropology 3851 Religion, Culture, and Society Anthropology 3871 Sex, Gender, and Culture Anthropology 4861 World Ethnology Anthropology 4901 Cullum Lecture Series Anthropology 4951 Selected Topics Anthropology 4991 Undergraduate Research Total Hours for the Minor 1 8 HISTORY Bachelor of Arts with a Major in History The student contemplating work beyond the baccalaureate level is encouraged to take one and. If possible, two languages through the Intermediate level. Core Curriculum Areas A-E 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 Foreign Language Sequence 6 Select 6 hours from the following courses: (Grade of C or better is required) HIST 1111 Pre-Modern World Civilization 116 Augusta State University Catalog HIST 1112 Modern World Civilization HIST 21 1 1 United States to 1 877 HIST 2112 United States since 1877 Select 6 hours from the following courses: ANTH 1102 Introductory Anthropology ANTH 201 1 Cultural Anthropology CSCI 2000 Introduction to Computers and Programming ECON 1 81 Introduction to Economics GEOG 1111 World Geography HIST 1111 Pre-Modern World Civilization HIST 1112 Modern World Civilization HIST 21 1 1 United States to 1 877 HIST 21 1 2 United States since 1 877 HONR 1900 Contemporary Issues (with department approval) MATH 2210 Elementary Statistics PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy POLS 2301 Comparative Politics POLS 2401 Global Issues Degree Requirements if not taken in the Core 3 (Grade of C or better is required) HIST1111, 1112,2111, or2112 3 Major Concentration 28 (Grade of C or better is required in all major courses) HIST 3001 Historical Research Methods 4 Select twenty-four hours from the offerings on the 3000 and 4000 levels 24 Concentration of more than three courses in any field of history in the upper division is discouraged. Graduating majors must submit at least four term papers for an exit interview and take the Major Field Achievement Test in history. Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 10-13 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 HISTORY Minor in History Select one of the following courses 3 (Grade of C or better is required) HIST 1111 (Pre-Modern World Civilization) HIST 1112 (Modem World Civilization) Select five courses from the upper-division history offerings Concentration of more than two upper-division courses in any field of history is discouraged. (Grade of C or better is required in all of these courses) 15 Total Hours for the Minor 1 8 Augusta State University Catalog 117 HISTORY History Major Certificate Secondary School Teaching Prospective majors to take the following: Core Areas A-E 42 Core Area F 18 Foreign Language Sequence 6 HIST 1111, 1112, 2111, and 2112 6 (Among the courses identified immediately below, Economics and Geography must be taken if not taken in Core Area E.) ANTH 1 1 02, ANTH 2011, CSCI 2000, ECON 1810, GEOG 1111, HIST 1111, HIST 1112, HIST 2111, HIST 2112, HONR 1990, MATH 2210, PHIL 1000, POLS 2301, or POLS 2401 6 History Major 28 HIST 3001 Historical Research Methods ^ 4 HIST 3711 Georgia History 3 All Others 21 (Must include 6 hours of U. S. history and 9 hours of world history, three hours of which must be non-westem history) Degree Requirements if not taken in the Core 3 HIST 1111, 1112, 2111, or2112 3 Education 27 SCED 4101 The Secondary School Student 3 SCED 41 02 Secondary School Context. 3 SCED 4201 Social Studies Pedagogy I 3 SCED 4202 Social Studies Pedagogy II 3 SCED 4901 Apprenticeship 12 SCED 4902 Seminar 3 Electives 2 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 118 A ugusta State University Catalog LANGUAGE , LITERATURE AND COMMUNICATIONS COMMUNICATIONS Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Communications: Drama Track Core Curriculum Areas A-E 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 Tiieater Performance & Technology COMD 2500,2510 6 Literature and the Arts COMD 2950, ENGL 2110, 2250, 2950, FREN 2950, SPAN 2950, ART 103, 131, 231, MUSI2310, 2320, 2330 3 General Education Electives Appropriate to the Goals of the Theater Students: FREN, GRMN or SPAN 1 002, 2001 , and 2002 9 Major Concentration 30 (Grade of C or better is required in all major courses) COMD 3221 Literature in Performance I 3 COMD 3222 Literature in Performance II 3 COMD 3550 Fundamentals of Technical Theater 3 COMD 381 1 Scene Design I 3 COMD 4220 Modern Drama 3 COMD 4420 Shakespeare 3 COMD 4970 Senior Thesis^Project 3 Select one of the following courses: 3 COMD 3211 Acting I, 3212 Acting II, 4010 Performance for the Camera Select one of the following courses: 3 COMD 341 Stage Lighting, 371 Directing, 3820 Scene Design II, 4210 Acting III, 4950 Selected Topics, 4960 Internship Select one of the following courses: 3 COMJ 3040 Broadcast Journalism, 4950 Selected Topics, COMP 4950 Selected Topics, COMS 3000 Diction and Interpretation, 4950 Selected Topics, COMT 3020, 4020 Television Production, 3050 Film History, 3070 Film Appreciation, 4950 Selected Topics, ENGL 4200 Studies in Genre, ENGL 4950 Selected Topics Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 12-15 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 Augusta State University Catalog 119 COMMUNICATIONS Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Communications: Journalism Track Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Communications/Journalism Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 FREN, GRMN, or SPAN 1 002, 2001 , and 2002 9 COMC 2010: this is part of the Communications major and must be passed with a grade C or better. 3 Six hours of electives to be chosen from: ANTH 201 1 , ART 1 520, ART 1 002, ART 261 1 , ART 261 2, COMD 2500, COMD 2510, COMD 2950, ENGL 2110, ENGL 2950, FREN 2950, HIST 1111, HIST 1112, HIST 2111, HIST 2112, HONR 1900, LATN 1001, LATN 1002, MUSI 2130, PHIL 1000, POLS 2401 , PSYC 1 1 01 , PSYC 1 1 05, SPAN 2950 6 Major Concentration ' 30 (Grade of C or better is required for all courses in the major) I COMC 3000 Media Law and Ethics (required) 3 COMJ3010History of Journalism (required) 3 COMJ 3020 Introduction to Newswriting (required) 3 COMJ 3030 Feature Writing (required) 3 COMJ 3041 and 3042 Practicum (required) ' 3 COMJ 4020 Advanced Reporting (required) 3 COMJ 4960 Internship (required) 3 | Select two courses from another Communications track 6 ] Select one course from any Communications track 3 Minor Concentration 15-18 ; Physical Education 5 | Electives 12-15 Total Hours for the Degree 125 COMMUNICATIONS Bachelor of Arts | with a Major in Communications: Public Relations Trackl Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Communications/Public Relations Track 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 | FREN, GRMN or SPAN 1002, 2001 and 2002 9 120 Augusta State University Catalog' ART 1520, 1530, 1211, 1002, 2541; COMD 2500, 2510, 2950 ENGL 2110, 2250, 2950; FREN 2950; HONR 1900; PHIL 1 000; PSYC 1 1 01 ; SOCI 1 1 01 ; SPAN 2950 6 COMC 201 (with a grade of C or better) 3 Major Concentration (Grade of C or better is required for all major courses) 30 COMC 3000 Media Law and Ethics 3 COMJ 3020 Introduction to News writing 3 COMP 3600 Public Relations Practices 3 COMP 3700 Advertising Strategies and Campaigns 3 COMP 4500 Communication Campaigns 3 COMP 3041 Student Magazine Practicum I 1 COMP 3042 Student Magazine Practicum II 2 Electives chosen from 300 and 400 level communications courses COM, COMD, COMJ, COMP, COMS, COMT. 12 Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 12-15 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 COMMUNICATIONS Bachelor Arts with a Major in Communications: Speech Track Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Communications/Speech Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 FREN, GRMN, or SPAN 1 002, 2001 , 2002 9 COMC 201 (with a grade of C or better) 3 Electives - Select two from: POLS 2401, SOCI 2241, HIST 1111, 1112, PSYC 1101, 2150, ART 2611, HONR 1 900, FREN 2950, or SPAN 2950 6 Major Concentration (Grade of C or better is required in all major courses) 30 Required courses: 15 COMC 3000 Media Law and Ethics COMS 3040 Interpersonal Communication COMS 31 10 Public Speaking COMS 3250 Persuasion COMS 4970 Senior Project Choose one of the following courses: 3 COMS 3000 Diction and Interpretation Augusta State University Cataiog 121 COMS 3070 Organizational Communication COMS 3100 Intercultural Communication COMS 3200 Political Communication Choose two of the following courses: 6 COMS 4110 Argumentation and Debate COMS 4120 Gender and Communication COMS 4130 Rhetoric of Social Movements COMS 4950 Special Topics Choose two additional courses from any remaining 6 upper-level COMS courses or from any upper-level COMD, COMJ, COMP, or COMT courses Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 12-15 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 COMMUNICATIONS Bachelor of Arts with a Major In Communications: Telecommunication Track (Fall Semester start is strongly recommended) Core Curriculum Areas A - E 42 Core Curriculum Area 1 8 COMC 2010 Mass Media & Society (with a grade of C or better) FREN, GRMN or SPAN 1002, 2001, 2002 Select two from the following: ART 1520, 1530, 1211, 1002, 2541 COMD 2500, COMD 251 0, COMD 2950 ENGL2110, 2250. 2950 FREN 2950 HONR 1900 PHIL 1000 PSYC1101 SOCI 1101 SPAN 2950 Major Concentration (Grade of C or better is required in all major courses) 30 COMC 3000 Media Law and Ethics 3 COMT 3000 Introduction to Electronic Media 3 COMT 3010 Radio and Audio Production 3 COMT 3020 Introduction to Television Production 3 COMT 3030 Introduction to Electronic Field Production 3 122 Augusta State University Catalog COMJ 3020 Newswriting or COMJ 3030 Feature Writing 3 COMT/COIVIJ 3040 Broadcast Journalism 3 COMT 4970 Telecommunication Senior Project 3 Select one of the following courses: 3 COMT 4010 Advanced Radio and Audio Production COMT 4020 Advanced Television Production COMT 4030 Techniques of Videotape Editing COMT 3060 Business Applications of Telecommunication COMT 4950 Selected Topics COMT 4960 Internship Select one from the following courses: 3 COMT 3050 Introduction to Film History COMT 3070 Film Appreciation Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 12-15 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 COMMUNICATIONS Minor in Communications Prerequisite to the Minor COMC 201 Mass Media & Society (with a grade of C or better) 3 Select four 3000-or 4000-level courses from the following tracks: 1 2 COMD Communications/Drama COMJ Communications/Journalism COMP Communicationa/Advertising-Public Relations COMS Communications/Speech COMT Communications/Telecommunication (Grade of C or better is required for all work in the minor) Total Hours for the Minor 1 5 DRAMA Minor in Drama Prerequisites to the Minor ENGL1101 -1102 or 1113- 1114and HUMN 2001 (with a grade of C or better) Upper-division Courses (Grade of C or better is required for all work in the minor) Required Courses 9 COMD 3221 , 3222 Literature in Performance 6 COMD 341 Stage Lighting or COMD 381 1 Scene Design 3 Augusta State University Catalog 123 Electives Select two of the following courses: 6 COMD 3211 Acting I COMD 3212 Acting II COMD 3550 Fundamentals of Technical Theater COMD 3710 Directing COMD 3820 Scene Design II COMD 4010 Performance for the Camera COMD 4210 Acting III COMD 4220 Modern Drama Total Upper-Division Hours for the Drama Minor 15 ENGLISH Bachelor of Arts with a Major in English, Concentrating in Literature Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Arts Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 FREN, GRMN, LATN, or SPAN 1002, 2001 and 2002 9 ENGL 2250 Introduction to Literary Studies (Grade of 3 or better) Six hours of electives to be chosen from: 6 ANTH 201 1 Cultural Anthropology, ART 1 520 Two-Dimensional Design, ART 1002 Photography, ART 2611 Art History I, ART 2612 Art History II, COMC 2010 Mass Media and Society, COMD 2500 Theater Performance, COMD 2510 Theater Production, COMD 2950 Selected Topics , ENGL 21 10 Creative Writing, ENGL 2950 Selected Topics, FREN 2950 Studies in Francophone Culture, HIST 1111 Pre-Modern World Civilization, HIST 1112 Modern World Civilization, HIST 21 1 1 United States to 1 877, HIST 21 12 United States Since 1877, HONR 1900 Contemporary Issues, MUSI 2310 From the Monastery to the Concert Stage, MUSI 2320 Music and Popular Culture, MUSI 2330 Music of the World's Peoples, PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy, PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology, PSYC 1105 Honors Seminar in Psychology, SPAN 2950 Studies in Hispanophone Culture 124 Augusta State University Catalog Major Concentration 27 (Grade of C or better required for all major courses) ENGL 4420 Shakespeare 3 Three of four English literature surveys (3001 , 3002, 3003, 3004) 9 One of two American literature surveys (31 01 , 31 02) 3 Four additional upper-division English courses 12 Minor Concentration 1 5-1 8 Electives 15-18 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 (Graduating seniors must submit an exit portfolio and take the English exit exam) ENGLISH Bachelor of Arts with a Major in English, Concentrating in Creative Writing Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Arts Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 FREN, GRMN, LATN, or SPAN 1 002, 2001 and 2002 9 ENGL 2250 Introduction to Literary Studies (Grade of 3 C or better) Six hours of electives to be chosen from: 6 ANTH 201 1 Cultural Anthropology, ART 1 520 Two-Dimensional design, ART 1002 Photography, ART 2611 Art History I, ART 2612 Art History II, " COMC 2010 Mass Media and Society, COMD 2500 Theater Performance, COMD 2510 Theater Production, COMD 2950 Selected Topics, ENGL 21 10 Creative Writing, ENGL 2950 Selected Topics, FREN 2950 Studies in Francophone Culture, HIST 1111 Pre-Modern World Civilization, HIST 1112 Modern World Civilization, HIST 21 1 1 United States to 1 877, HIST 21 12 United States Since 1877, HONR 1900 Contemporary Issues, MUSI 2310 From the Monastery to the Concert Stage, MUSI 2320 Music and Popular Culture, MUSI 2330 Music of the World's Peoples, PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy, PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology, PSYC 1 105 Honors Seminar in Psychology, SPAN 2950 Studies in Hispanophone Culture Augusta State University Catalog 125 Major Concentration 27 (Grade of C or better required in all major courses) Creative Writing: Four courses from ENGL 3600, 3620, 3630,3640,4601,4602,4630,4640 12 Literature and Theory: Three courses from ENGL 3001 -3320, 4000-4530 9 Professional Writing: One course from ENGL 3680, 3681; COMS 3070; COMJ 3020, 3030, 4010; COMP 4700 3 One additional upper-level (3000-or 4000-level) English course 3 Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 15-18 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 (Graduating seniors must submit an exit portfolio.) ENGLISH Bachelor of Arts with a Major in English, Concentrating in Professional Writing Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Arts Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F "" 18 FREN, GRMN, LATN or SPAN 1002, 2001 and 2002 9 ENGL 2250 Introduction to Literary Studies (Grade of 3 C or better) Six hours of electives to be chosen from: 6 ANTH 201 1 Cultural Anthropology, ART 1520 Two-Dimensional Design, ART 1002 Photography, ART 2611 Art History I, ART 2612 Art History II, COMC 2010 Mass Media and Society, COMD 2500 Theater Performance, COMD 2510 Theater Production, COMD 2950 Selected Topics, ENGL 21 10 Creative Writing, ENGL 2950 Selected Topics, FREN 2950 Studies in Francophone Culture, HIST 1111 Pre-modern World Civilization, HIST 1112 Modern World Civilization, HIST 21 1 1 United States to 1 877, HIST 2112 United States Since 1877, HONR 1900 Contemporary Issues, MUSI 2310 From the Monastery to the Concert Stage, MUSI 2320 Music and Popular Culture, MUSI 2330 Music of the World's Peoples, PHIL 1 000 Introduction to Philosophy, PSYC 1 1 01 Introduction to General Psychology, 126 Augusta State University Catalog PSYC 1 105 Honors Seminar in Psychology, SPAN 2950 Studies in Hispanophone Culture Major Concentration 27 (Grade of C or better required for all major courses) Professional Writing: Four courses chosen from ENGL 3680, 3681; COMJ 3020, 3030, 4010; COMS 3070; COMP 4700 12 Literature and Theory: Three courses chosen from ENGL 3001 -3320; 4000-4530 9 Creative Writing: One course from ENGL 3600, 3620, 3630, 3640, 4630, 4640, 4601 , 4602 3 One additional upper-level (3000-or 4000 level) English course 3 Minor Concentration 1 5-1 8 Electives 15-18 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 (Graduating seniors must submit an exit portfolio) ENGLISH Bachelor of Arts with a Major in English with Secondary Teacher Certification Core Curriculum Areas A -E for Arts Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 FREN, GRMN, LATN or SPAN 1002, 2001 and 2002 9 ENGL 2250 Intro, to Literary Studies (Grade of C or better) 3 Six hours of electives to be chosen from: 6 ANTH 201 1 Cultural Anthropology ART 1 520 Two-Dimensional design ART 1002 Photography ART 2611 Art History I ART 2612 Art History II COMC 2010 Mass Media and Society COMD 2500 Theater Performance COMD 251 Theater Production COMD 2950 Selected Topics ENGL 21 1 Creative Writing ENGL 2950 Selected Topics FREN 2950 Studies in Francophone Culture HIST 1111 Pre-modern World Civilization HIST 1112 Modern World Civilization HIST 21 1 1 United States to 1 877 Augusta State University Cataiog 127 HIST 21 12 United states Since 1877 HONR 1900 Contemporary Issues MUSI 2310 From the Monastery the Concert Stage MUSI 2320 Music and Popular Culture MUSI 2330 Music of the World's Peoples PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology PSYC 1 105 Honors Seminar in Psychology SPAN 2950 Studies in Hispanophone Culture Major Concentration 30 (Grade of C or better is required for all major courses) ENGL 4420 Shakespeare 3 Three of four English literature surveys (3001 , 3002, 3003, 3004) 9 One of two American literature surveys (31 01 , 31 02) 3 ENGL 3681 Advanced Writing 3 ENGL 4720 History and Structure of the English Language 3 ENGL 3820 Teaching High School English 3 Two additional upper-division English courses 6 At least one of the courses taken to satisfy the above requirements must include contemporary literature; choose from ENGL 3004, 3102, 3110, 3120, 3310, 4220, 4230, 4250, 4262. At least one of the courses taken to satisfy the above requirements must include American minority literature; choose from ENGL 31 02, 31 1 0, 31 20, 331 0. Secondary Teacher Certification Sequence 27 SCED 4101 The Secondary School Student 3 SCED 4102 Secondary School Context and Curriculum Coherence 3 SCED 4501 English Pedagogy I 3 SCED 4502 English Pedagogy II 3 SCED 4901 Apprenticeship 12 SCED 4902 Seminar 3 Elective 3 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 128 Augusta State University Catalog ENGLISH Minor in English Prerequisites to tiie minor: ENGL 1101- 1102 or 1113 -1114 (with a grade of C or better) HUIVIN 2001- 2002 ENGL 2250, (Grade of C or better) Ciioose four Englisti courses from the 3000 and 4000 series. (Grade of C or better required in all courses which count in the minor. Total Hours for the Minor 12 15 Augusta State University Catalog 129 FRENCH Bachelor of Arts with a Major in French with a P-12 Teacher Certification Ctore Curriculum Areas A-E 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 FREN 1 002, 2001 , and 2002 9 EDUC 2101 Foundations of Education 3 EDUC 21 02 Human Development and Learning 3 EDUC 2103 Educational Technology 3 Major Concentration 30 (Grade of C or better is required for all courses in the major) FREN 3100 Oral Expression in French 3 FREN 3300 Written Expression in French 3 FREN 3400 French Phonetics 3 Select seven courses from the following: 21 FREN 321 French Culture I: The Francophone World FREN 3221 French Culture II: The Hexagon FREN 3222 French Culture III: French in Contemporary Europe FREN 3510 Introduction to French Literature FREN 3710 Masterpieces of French Film FREN 4100 Advanced Oral Expression in French FREN 4300 Advanced Written Expression in French FREN 4520 Classical and Romantic Theater FREN 4530 Modern Theater FREN 4550 Masterpieces of Poetry FREN 4560 Masterpieces of the Novel FREN 4590 Literature in Translation FREN 4900 Cullum Series FREN 4950 Special Topics in French SABR 3930 Study Abroad SABR 4930 Advanced Studies Abroad Teacher Certification Sequence 24 Choose one of the following curriculum courses: 3 ECED 3252 Elementary Curriculum MGED 3112 Middle School Classroom SCED 4102 Secondary School Context and Curriculum Coherence Complete the following required certification courses: FREN 4801 Methodology I 3 FREN 4802 Methodology II 3 SCED 4901 Apprenticeship 12 SCED 4902 Seminar 3 Electives 6 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 130 Augusta State University Catalog FRENCH Bachelor of Arts with a Major in French Ctore Curriculum Areas A-E 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 FREN 1 002, 2001 , and 2002 9 Select three of the following courses: 9 SPAN, GRMN, or LAIN 1001 if not taken in high schoo! SPAN, GRMN, or LATN 1002, 2001, 2002 FREN or SPAN 2950 ANTH 1102 Introductory Anthropology ANTH 201 1 Cultural Anthropology ART 2611, 2612 Art History I and II COMD 2950 Selected Topics HIST 1111,1112 World Civ. I & II HONR 1900 Contemporary Issues MUSI 2310 From the Monastery to the Concert Stage MUSI 2320 Music and Popular Culture MUSI 2330 Music of the World's Peoples PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy POLS 2401 Global Issues PSYC 2150 Introduction to Human Diversity SOCI 2241 Multiculturalism in Modern Society Major Concentration 30 (Grade of C or better is required in all major courses) FREN 3100 Oral Expression in French 3 FREN 3300 Written Expression in French 3 FREN 3400 French Phonetics 3 Select seven courses from the following: 21 FREN 3210 French Culture I: The Francophone Worid FREN 3221 French Culture II: The Hexagon FREN 3222 French Culture III: French in Contemporary Europe FREN 3510 Introduction to French Literature FREN 3710 Masterpieces of French Film FREN 4100 Advanced Oral Expression in French FREN 4520 Classical and Romantic Theater FREN 4530 Modern Theater FREN 4550 Masterpieces of Poetry FREN 4560 Masterpieces of the Novel FREN 4590 Literature in Translation FREN 4900 Cullum Series FREN 4950 Special Topics in French SABR 3930 Study Abroad SABR 4930 Advanced Studies Abroad Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 12-15 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 Augusta State University Catalog 131 FRENCH Minor in French Prerequisites FREN 2001- 2002 6 Upper-division courses (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) 12 Complete 12 hours of French courses at the 3000/4000 level, including at least one of the following courses: FREN 3100 Oral Expression in French FREN 3300 Written Expression in French FREN 3400 French Phonetics Total Hours for the Minor 18 GERMAN Minor in German Prerequisites ' GRMN 2001-2002 6 Upper Division Courses (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) Complete 12 hours of German courses at the 3000/4000 level, choosing 4 of the following: 12 GRMN 31 00 German Conversation GRMN 3220 German Culture GRMN 3300 Advanced German Grammar GRMN 3510 Survey of German Literature GRMN 3520 German Poetry GRMN 4950 Selected Topics in German SABR 3930 Study Abroad SABR 4930 Advanced Study Abroad Total Hours for the Minor 1 8 132 Augusta State University Catalog HUMANITIES Minor in Humanities The Humanities minor is designed for students who wish to study art, literature, music, and related fields beyond the two required World Humanities courses. It allows students to explore arts and culture from an interdisciplinary perspective. A student who plans to minor in Humanities should complete an application for the minor during the quarter in which the student is enrolled in World Humanities II. The form is available in the Department of Languages, Literature, and Communications. The student will then select courses in consultation with a Humanities advisor. Prerequisites (Grade of C or better) HUMN 2001 World Humanities I 4 HUMN 2002 World Humanities II 4 Upper-Division Courses 1 5 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) You may count up to 9 hours of appropriate study abroad (i.e., courses numbered 3000 and above). Select 3 to 9 hours: Humanities HUMN 4010 Postmodernism HUMN 4101 Aesthetics and Philosophy of Art HUMN 4210 Literature into Opera HUMN 4220 The Hartem Renaissance HUMN 4801 Study Abroad in Art and Culture I HUMN 4802 Study Abroad in Art and Culture II HUMN 4950 Selected Topics Select at least 3 hours each from any two of the following disciplines: Art ART 3000 Humanities Studio Experience ART 4620 Art Since 1955: Neo-Avant-Gardes in Europe and America ART 4630 "Primitivism" in 20th Century Art ART 4640 Raphael ART 4650 Early Renaissance Italian Painting, ART 4660 American Art ART 4670 Far Eastern Art ART 4722 Aesthetics and Philosophy of Art II (If not taken as HUMN) ART 4801 Study Abroad in Art and Culture I (if not taken as HUMN) ART 4802 Study Abroad in Art and Culture II (if not taken as HUMN) ART 4900 Cullum Lecture Music MUSI 3310 From the Monastery to the Concert Stage MUSI 3320 Music and Popular Culture MUSI 3330 Music of the Worid's Peoples MUSI 3610 ASU Wind Ensemble Augusta State University Cataiog 133 MUSI 3620 ASU Choir MUSI 3630 ASU Orchestra MUSI 3660 ASU Jazz Ensemble MUSA 1 1 00 - 1 900 Applied Lessons: Secondary MUSA 21 00 - 2900 A|Dplied Lessons: Secondary MUSA 3100 - 3900 Applied Lessons: Secondary MUSA 41 00 - 4900 AjDplied Lessons: Secondary MUSI 4900 Cullum Lecture Series Literature Communication^Drama: COMD 3221 , 3222 Literature in Performance I & 11, COMD 4220 Modern Drama, COMD 4420 Shakespeare Communications' Telecommunications: COMT 3050 Introduction to Film History, COMT3070 Film Appreciation Upper-division literature courses in a foreign language or in English, excluding ENGL 3330. Select 0-6 hours in the following courses: Anthropology ANTH 3851 Religion, Culture, and Society ANTH 3271 History and Culture of India Philosophy PHIL 3020 Existentialism PHIL 3095 Major Philosophers in History PHIL 4030 Ancient Greek Philosophy PHIL 4032 Contemporary Continental Philosophy PHIL 4900 Cullum PHIL 4950 Ancient Political Philosophy PHIL 4990 Undergraduate Research Political Science ^ POLS 3501 Ancient Political Thought POLS 3601 Modern and Contemporary Political Thought History Any History course numbered 31 1 1 to 4951 which is approved by the student's advisor. Honors HONR 3900 Breaking Boundaries Psychology PSYC 4150 History and Systems of Psychology Total Upper-Division Hours for the Humanities Minor 15 Variable content courses listed above (e.g. 3900, 4900, 4950, 4990) will be appropriate for the Humanities minor when focused on the arts, culture, history, or philosophy. All variable content courses must have prior approval of the student's humanities advisor. 134 Augusta State University Catalog SPANISH Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Spanish and with P-12 Teacher Certification Core Curriculum Areas A-E 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 SPAN 1002,2001, 2002 9 EDUC 2101 Foundations of Education 3 EDUC 2102 Human Development & Learning 3 EDUC 21 03 Educational Technology 3 Major Concentration 30 (Grade of C or better is required in all major courses) SPAN 31 00 Spanish Conversation 3 SPAN 3300 Spanish Composition 3 SPAN 3400 Applied Linguistics 3 SPAN 351 Introduction to Literature 3 Select one course from the following: 3 SPAN 321 1 Hispanic American Culture I SPAN 3212 Hispanic American Culture II SPAN 3220 Spanish Culture Select five courses from the following: 1 5 SPAN 321 1 Hispanic American Culture I SPAN 3212 Hispanic American Culture II SPAN 3220 Spanish Culture SPAN 3520 Drama in Spanish SPAN 3610 Business Spanish SPAN 3620 Medical Spanish SPAN 4100 Advanced Spanish Conversation SPAN 4300 Advanced Spanish Composition SPAN 4530 Twentieth-century Spanish Literature SPAN 4540 Hispanic Nobel Laureates SPAN 4550 Hispanic American Poetry SPAN 4560 Twentieth-century Hispanic American Literature SPAN 4570 Hispanic Short Story SPAN 4710 Spanish Film SPAN 4720 Hispanic American Film SPAN 4900 Cullum SPAN 4950 Selected Topics SABR 3930 Study Abroad SABR 4930 Advanced Study Abroad Teacher Certification Sequence 24 Choose one of the following curriculum courses: 3 ECED 3252 Elementary Curriculum MGED 31 12 Middle School Curriculum SCED 4102 Secondary School Context and Curriculum Coherence Augusta State University Cataiog 135 Complete the following required certification courses: SPAN 4801 Methodology I 3 SPAN 4802 Methodology II 3 SCED 4901 Apprenticeship 12 SCED 4902 Seminar 3 Electives 6 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 SPANISH Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Spanish Core Curriculum Areas A-E 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 SPAN 1002,2001, 2002 3 Select three of the following courses: 9 FREN, GRMN or LAIN 1001 if not taken in high school FREN, GRMN or LAIN 1002, 2001, 2002 FREN or SPAN 2950 ANTH 1102 Introductory Anthropology . ANTH 201 1 Cultural Anthropology ART 261 1 , 261 2 Art History I and II COMD 2950 Selected Topics HIST 1111, 1112 World Civ. I & II HONR 1900 Contemporary Issues MUSI 2310 From the Monastery to the Concert Stage MUSI 2320 Music and Popular Culture MUSI 2330 Music of the World's Peoples PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy POLS 2401 Global Issues PSYC 2150 Introduction to Human Diversity SOCI 2241 Multiculturalism Major Concentration (Grade of C or better is required in all major courses) 30 SPAN 31 00 Spanish Conversation 3 SPAN 3300 Spanish Composition 3 SPAN 351 Introduction to Literature 3 Select one course from the following: 3 SPAN 321 1 Hispanic American Culture I SPAN 3212 Hispanic American Culture II SPAN 3220 Spanish Culture 136 Augusta State University Catalog Select six courses from the following: 1 8 SPAN 321 1 Hispanic American Culture I SPAN 3212 Hispanic American Culture II SPAN 3220 Spanish Culture SPAN 3400 Applied Linguistics SPAN 3520 Drama in Spanish SPAN 3610 Business Spanish SPAN 3620 Medical Spanish SPAN 4100 Advanced Spanish Conversation SPAN 4300 Advanced Spanish Composition SPAN 4530 Twentieth-century Spanish Literature SPAN 4540 Hispanic Nobel Laureates SPAN 4550 Hispanic American Poetry SPAN 4560 Twentieth-century Hispanic American Literature SPAN 4570 Hispanic Short Story SPAN 4710 Spanish Film . SPAN 4720 Hispanic American Film SPAN 4900 Cullum SPAN 4950 Selected Topics SABR 3930 Study Abroad SABR 4930 Advanced Study Abroad Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 12-15 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 SPANISH Minor in Spanish Prerequisites 6 SPAN 2001-2002 Upper Division Courses (Grade C or better is required in all these courses) 12 Complete 12 hours of Spanish courses at the 3000/4000 level, including at least one of the following courses: SPAN 3100 Conversation SPAN 3300 Composition SPAN 3510 Introduction to Literature SPAN 321 1 Hispanic American Culture I SPAN 3212 Hispanic American Culture II SPAN 3220 Spanish Culture Total Hours for the Minor 1 8 Augusta State University Catalog 137 WOMEN'S STUDIES Minor in Women's Studies The Women's Studies Minor is designed for students who wish to study women's cultures, contributions, and perspectives from an interdisciplinary standpoint. 1 5 hours of course work is required, with at least 9 hours of upper-division credit. A grade of C or getter is required in all courses. Select 9-1 5 hours from the following courses, with courses from at least three different departments: 9-1 5 History and Anthropology ANTH 3871 /WMST 3871 Sex, Gender and Culture HIST 3461/WMST 3461 History of American Women Languages, Literature, and Communications ENGL 331 0/WMST 331 Women's Literature ENGL 431 0/WMST 431 Studies in Feminism COMS 4120/WMST 4120 Gender and Communication Psyctiology PSYC 31 55/WMST 3155 Psychology of Gender Sociology SOCI 4435/WMST 4435 Women, Crime, and the Criminal Justice System SOCI 4442/WMST 4442 Sociology of Women You may select up to 6 hours of other appropriate courses to fulfill requirements for the minor, provided they are approved by the Women's Studies Initiative Committee 0-6 Total Hours for the Minor . 1 5 138 Augusta State University Catalog MATH AND COMPUTER SCIENCE PROGRAMS COMPUTER SCIENCE Bachelor of Science with a Major in Computer Science Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Science IVIajors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) MATH 2011- 2012 Calculus and Analytical Geometry 1 and 11,1 hour of MATH 2011 from Area D 5 CSCI 2301 -2302 Principles of Computer Programming 1 and II 7 CSCI 2410 Data Presentation, Files and Database Systems 3 CSCI 2370 Assembly Language Programming 3 Major Concentration 30 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) MATH 3030 Symbolic Logic and Set Theory 3 CSCI 3500 Applied Theory of Computing 3 CSCI 3400 Data Structures 3 CSCI 31 70 Computer Organization 3 CSCI 4271 Computer Systems 1 3 CSCI 471 1 Software Design 3 CSCI 4712 Systems Analysis with Senior Project 4 Select eight hours from the following courses: 8 CSCI 3300 Programming Languages 3 CSCI 4800 Compiler Writing 3 CSCI 4820 Computer Graphics 3 CSCI 4272 Computer Systems II 3 CSCI 4280 Data Communications and Networking 3 CSCI 3000 Ethics in Computer Science 2 MATH 4280 Linear Algebra 3 MATH 4350 Numerical Analysis 3 CSCI 4950 Selected Topics Variable CSCI 4960 Undergraduate Internship Variable CSCI 4990 Undergraduate Research Variable Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 12-15 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 Augusta State University Catalog 139 COMPUTER SCIENCE Minor in Computer Science CSCI 2301 and CSCI 2302 Principles of Computer Programming I and II Select eleven hours, at least nine hours of which must be from 3000-and 4000-level courses, from the following courses: CSCI 2410 Data Presentation, Files, and Database Systems CSCI 2370 Assembly Language Programming CSCI 3500 Applied Theory of Computing CSCI 3400 Data Structures CSCI 31 70 Computer Organization CSCI 4271 Computer Systems I CSCI 471 1 Software Design CSCI 4712 Systems Analysis with Senior Project CSCI 3300 Programming Languages CSCI 4800 Compiler Writing CSCI 4820 Computer Graphics CSCI 4272 Computer Systems II CSCI 4280 Data Communications and Networking CSCI 3000 Ethics in Computer Science MATH 3030 Symbolic Logic and Set Theory CSCI 4950 Selected Topics CSCI 4960 Undergraduate Internship CSCI 4990 Undergraduate Research 11 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 Variable Variable Variable Total Hours for the Minor 18 MATHEMATICS Bachelor of Science with a Major in Mathematics Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Science Majors Core Curriculum Area F (Grade of C or better is required in all courses) MATH 201 1 , 2012, 2013 Calculus and Analytical Geometry I, II, and III 1 hour of MATH 201 1 from Area D CSCI 2301 Principles of Computer Programming I Select two courses from: CSCI 2302 Principles of Computer Programming II CSCI 2410 Data Presentation, Files and Database Systems FREN 1002 Elementary French 42 18 140 Augusta State University Catalog FREN 2001 Intermediate French GERM 1002 Elementary German GERM 2001 Intermediate German BIOL 1 1 07 Principles of Biology I BIOL 1 1 08 Principles of Biology II CHEM 121 1 Principles of Chemistry I CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II PHYS 221 1 Principles of Physics I PHYS 221 2 Principles of Physics 1 1 No course may duplicate any prior selection Major Concentration (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) MATH 3020 Differential Equations MATH 3030 Symbolic Logic and Set Theory MATH 421 1 Modern Abstract Algebra I MATH 4280 Linear Algebra Select one two-course sequence from: MATH 4211-4212 Modern Abstract Algebra I, II MATH 4011-4012 Mathematical Analysis I, II MATH 4251-4252 Probability and Statistics I, II 27 3 3 3 3 3-6 6 6 Elective Select three, or four if necessary, courses from the following: MATH 401 1 Mathematical Analysis I MATH 4012 Mathematical Analysis II MATH 4212 Modern Abstract Algebra II MATH 4251 Probability and Statistics I MATH 4252 Probability and Statistics II MATH 4310 Modern Geometry MATH 4320 Theory of Numbers MATH 4350 Numerical Analysis MATH 4410 History of Mathematics MATH 4420 Introduction to Graph Theory MATH 4510 Complex Variables MATH 4520 General Topology MATH 4900 Cullum Lecture Series MATH 4950 Selected Topics MATH 4960 Undergraduate Internship MATH 4990 Undergraduate Research 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1-3 Variable 1-9 Variable Minor Concentration Elect ives Physical Education Total Hours for the Degree 15-18 15-18 5 125 Augusta State University Catalog 141 MATH EM ATICS Bachelor of Science with a Major in l\/lathematics with Certification in Secondary Education Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Science Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) MATH 2011 ,2012,2013 Calculus and Analytical Geometry I, II, and III 1 hour of MATH 201 1 from Area D 9 CSC! 2301 Principles of Computer Programming I 4 Restricted Electives 5 CSCI 2302 Principles of Computer Programming II CSCI 2410 Data Presentation, Files and Database Systems BIOL 1101 Introduction to Biology I BIOL 1102 Introduction to Biology II - CH EM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I ' ' CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II PHYS 221 1 Principles of Physics I -, PHYS 2212 Principles of Physics II FREN 1002 Elementary French FR EN 2001 Intermediate French :,- ; GERM 1002 Elementary German GERM 2001 Intermediate German Major Concentration 30 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) MATH 3020 Differential Equations 3 MATH 3030 Symbolic Logic and Set Theory 3 MATH 421 1 -421 2 Modern Abstract Algebra I & 1 1 6 MATH 4251 Probability and Statistics I 3 MATH 4280 Linear Algebra 3 MATH 431 Modern Geometry 3 MATH 441 History of Mathematics 3 MATH 4430 Methods of Teaching Secondary Mathematics 3 Select 3 hours from the following electives: 3 MATH 4252, MATH 4320, MATH 4011, MATH 4012, MATH 4350, MATH 4510, MATH 4420, MATH 4520, MATH 4950, MATH 4960, MATH 4990 Education Requirements 27 SCED 41 01 The Secondary School Student 3 SCED 41 02 Secondary School Context and Curriculum Coherence 3 142 Augusta State University Catalog SCED 4301 Secondary Mathematics Pedagogy I SCED 4302 Secondary Mathematics Pedagogy II SCED 4901 Secondary Apprenticeship SCED 4902 Seminar 3 3 12 3 General Electives Physical Education Total Hours for the Degree 3 5 125 MATHEMATICS Minor in l\1atliematics Grade of C or better is required in all courses. Prerequisite MATH 201 1 Calculus and Analytical Geometry I Course Requirements in the Minor MATH 2012 Calculus and Analytical Geometry II Select 0, 3, or 4 hours from the following: MATH 2013 Calculus and Analytical Geometry III or MATH 2210 Elementary Statistics Select 9 hours from upper division mathematics courses that are approved for the Mathematics Major (except MATH 4430 and MATH 3110). All courses should be arranged in consultation with the major department and with the approval of the chair of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. Total for the Mathematics Minor 0-4 9-12 16-17 Augusta State University Cataiog 143 MILITARY SCIENCE PROGRAM MILITARY SCIENCE Military Science Curriculum This curriculum ultimately qualifies the college graduate for a commission as an officer in the U.S. Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard. Basic Course (First Two Years, MS I and MS II) MILS 1010 Introduction to the Military 2 MILS 1 020 First Aid for Soldiers 2 MILS 1 030 Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) 2 Select 6 hours of the following courses: 6 MILS 2020 Orienteering MILS 2010 Small Unit Leadership & Management MILS 2030 Survival & Adventure Training Basic Camp: A student who did not participate in the basic program who has at least two years remaining before graduation may qualify for the advanced program through a five-week summer camp given at Fort Knox, Kentucky each year. This program enables the student to determine if he or she desires a career in the military and qualifies the student for the advanced course if he or she chooses. No obligation is incurred by attending Basic Camp. (MILS 3050, Basic Camp Summer Internship) Compression: While the normal sequence of course work requires two full academic years, it is possible to compress the course work into less than two years by taking two Military Science courses during the same quarter. Compression is not recommended or desired, but will be considered on an individual basis by the Department Chairman. Exemption: Credit for all or part of the basic course may be granted upon presentation of evidence that the student has had equivalent training. Examples or such training are active military sen/ice, Senior Division Navy or Air Force ROTC credit, or 3 years Junior ROTC credit. In every case, exemption credit must be approved by the department chairman. No academic credit is given for courses exempted under this program. Eligibility Requirements for Advanced Course: GPA of 2.00 or higher; completion, or credit for completion, of the basic course; meeting Army physical requirements; permission of the Department Chairman. Advanced Courses, Junior Year (MS III) MILS 3010 Advanced Orienteering and leadership 3 MILS 3020 Tactical Military Leadership 3 MILS 3050 Basic Camp Summer Internship 3 MILS 3105 Advanced Camp Summer Internship 3 144 Augusta State University Catalog Advanced Courses, Senior Year (MS IV) MILS 4010 Advanced Military Leadership 3 MILS 4020 Transition to Officership 3 MILS 4905 Selected Topics 3 MILITARY SCIENCE Professional Military Education Requirements The principal element of the Professional Military Education (PME) requirement is the bachelor's degree. As an integral part of that undergraduate education, prospective officers are required to take at least one course in each of the fields of study listed below and should consult their academic advisor for approved courses in each field. Human Behavior Written Communication Skills Military History Math Reasoning Computer Literacy MILITARY SCIENCE Minor in Military Science The Military Science minor is primarily designed for the student planning a career in the U.S. Army as a commissioned officer. Courses should be arranged in consultation with your major department and the Professor of Military Science. Required Courses (Grade of C or better is required in each of these courses) MILS 3010 Advanced Map Reading and Leadership 3 MILS 3020 Tactical Military Leadership and Management 3 MILS 3105 Advanced Camp Summer Internship 3 MILS 4010 Advanced Military Leadership 3 MILS 4020 Transition to Officership 3 Total Upper-Division Hours for the Military Science Minor 15 MILITARY SCIENCE ROTO Program Features Admission and Incentives: A student enrolled in basic course classes incurs no obligation to the U.S. Army. Advanced course students are obligated to serve on active duty in the U.S. Army for a minimum of three months and are paid a subsistence allowance of $1 00 per month for up to 20 academic months while in college. They also receive half the base pay of a 2nd Lieutenant for 5 weeks (approximately $800) while attending the advanced camp. Other training opportunities such as Ranger School, Airtx)rne School, Jungle Warfare School, Arctic Warfare School, Air Assault School, and Cadet Troop Leadership Training in active units are available on a competitive basis with military subsistence and some paid benefits. A student in any major/minor field of study is eligible. During the senior year (MS IV) or study the student Is offered the options to select they type of job that he or she desires to perform, the first permanent duty post, and the type of commission, either Regular Army or Army Reserve, that he or she prefers. All textbooks, class Augusta State University Cataiog 145 materials, and necessary uniforms are provided by the Army at no charge to the individual. Academic credit, applicable toward graduation, is granted for all military science course work. Any advanced course credits eamed apply within the general studies minor. The Scholarship Program: The Army ROTC Scholarship Program awards full-time four-, three-, and two-year scholarships to eligible students on a competitive basis. The Department of Military Science accepts applications for two- and three-year ROTC scholarships throughout the year. A student does not have to be currently enrolled in ROTC to apply for two- and three-year scholarships. Each scholarship pays for tuition, books, lab fees, and other educational expenses. In addition, all ROTC scholarship students receive $100 per month for up to 10 months of each school year the scholarship is in effect. The Simultaneous Membership Program: The Simultaneous Membership Program allows cadets to be enrolled in the Military Science Advanced Course and a local Army National Guard or Army Reserve unit at the same time. The benefits of this program are that cadets not only receive $1 00 per academic month from the Military Science Department but also receive drill pay from their Army National Guard or Army Reserve unit equivalent to a sergeant's pay. Cadets in this program perform the duties of an officer trainee in their Army National Guard or Army Reserve unit. The program provides valuable management experience which will interest future employers and prepare cadets for leadership and management positions after graduation. 146 Augusta State University Catalog NURSING PROGRAM NURSING Associate of Science in Nursing This program provides initial preparation for professional nursing practice and for beginning positions in hospitals and nursing homes. It is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are awarded the Associate of Science in Nursing Degree and are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Approval for admission to the licensing examination and subsequent Registered Nurse licensure of qualified applicants for the state of Georgia is granted by the Georgia Board of Nursing. Students must apply for admission into the nursing program due to limited enrollment. Admission to Augusta State University is required to apply for admission to the nursing program. Interested students must have an interview with a nursing faculty advisor and submit the application for admission to the nursing program into the nursing office before March 1 for the subsequent Fall semester program start! Enrollment is limited to a specific number based on spaces and resources available. After acceptance into the nursing program, students will have additional requirements related to health insurance, liability insurance, CPR certification, physical examination, immunizations and TB skin test. Information regarding these additional requirements will be provided to students after acceptance. Applicants for admission to the nursing program starting Fall Semester, 1998 will be expected to meet the following requirements: Must be accepted for admission to Augusta State University. Must meet with nursing advisor. Must have an adjusted Nursing Grade Point Average (NGPA) of at least 2.5 (computed GPA from grades of core courses required for nursing program using most recent attempt of a repeated course). An applicant may have no more than one repeat of each core course required for the nursing program. Must have an overall Cumulative GPA of 2.00 or above. Must submit application for admission to the Department of Nursing by March 1 . Selection of applicants will be based on a ranked score of the adjusted NGPA and a weighted score based on semester core courses completed by the end of Spring Semester of the year of application. Priority will be given to applicants who have completed the Anatomy and Physiology sequence (BIOL 2111, BIOL 2112) satisfactorily. Applicants who have failed a nursing course(s) from another program will be required to meet all the alx)ve criteria. In addition, they will be required to submit two letters of reference from the previous program; one from the Chair/Director of the program and the other from the clinical faculty member in the course that was failed. Decision to admit these students will be on a case-by-case basis by the entire ASU nursing faculty. Placement in the nursing curriculum at ASU will depend on course descriptions and content outlines of nursing courses successfully passed from the previous institution. Augusta State University Catalog 147 Advanced Placement Requirements for Practical Nursing Students Must meet admission requirements for nursing program Must be a graduate of a Practical Nursing program of the State of Georgia or an NLN accredited out-of-state program Must hold a current and valid Practical Nurse License from the State of Georgia LPN students who are within 3 years or less since graduation from their practical nursing program will be eligible for advanced placement into the second semester of the nursing curriculum (Nursing 1102). Credits for Nursing 1101, Foundations of Nursing Practice, will be held in escrow until the student has satisfactorily passed Nursing 1102. LPN students who are within 3-5 years since graduation must have a minimum of 1000 hours of nursing experience approved by the Augusta State Department of Nursing faculty within the year prior to application. The student will be eligible for advanced placement into Nursing 1 1 02 with credits for Nursing 1 1 01 held in escrow until successful completion of Nursing 1 1 02. Students who have graduated from their practical nursing program 5+ years prior to application will be required to demonstrate competence through testing for advanced placement into Nursing 1 1 02. To be eligible for testing, a minimum of 1 000 hours of nursing experience approved by the Augusta State Department of Nursing faculty is required within the year prior to application. Augusta State University prenursing students are those who have declared Nursing as their major and are working on required core courses before seeking admission to the nursing program. They will be advised by faculty in the Department of Nursing. It is highly recommended that the Biology sequence (Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II) and English 1101 and 1102 be completed before applying for admission into the nursing program. Selection into the nursing program is based on the number of core courses completed and the GPA derived from those core courses required for the nursing program. A minimum overall grade point average (Cumulative GPA) of 2.00 and a Nursing GPA of 2.5 is required for consideration of admission into the nursing program. A minimum grade of "C" is required in English 1101 and 1102, Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II (BIOL 2111 and BIOL 2112), and Microbiology (BIOL 3110). These minimum grades must be attained before entry into the second year of the nursing program. A grade of "D" in Human Anatomy and Physiology I or II (BIOL 2111 or BIOL 2112), or Microbiology (BIOL 3110), will automatically preclude the student from registering for the subsequent nursing course in the program. (This does not apply to prenursing students.) Withdrawal from Human Anatomy and Physiology I, Human Anatomy and Physiology II, or Microbiology while taking it as a co-requisite with a nursing course will result in an automatic withdrawal from the program. A minimum grade of "C" must be attained for progression within the nursing sequence. In order to continue into the second year of nursing courses, majors are required to pass the Regents Testing Program and maintain a minimum overall GPA of 2.00 (Cumulative GPA). 148 Augusta State University Catalog Applicants to the nursing program should be aware that the state examining board has the right to refuse to grant registered nurse licenses to any individuals regardless of their educational credentials under circumstances of: 1 . Falsification of application for licensure; 2. Conviction of a felony or crime of moral turpitude; 3. Other moral and legal violations specified in the Georgia law. Applicants who think they might have an applicable situation should talk with the department chair early in their program of study. Please note that students who entered the sequence of nursing courses under the quarter curriculum will complete that course of study. In the Fall Semester, 1998, second year nursing students will take Nursing 201 , Nursing Care of the Adult Patient With Complex Physiological Dysfunctions I, the first 10 weeks of the semester. Nursing 203, Nursing Care of the Adult Patient With Complex Physiological Dysfunctions II, will be taken the remaining five weeks. Spring Semester, 1999, second year students will take Nursing 202, Nursing Care of Children, the first five weeks and Nursing 204, Nursing Care of the Adult Patient With Complex Physiological Dysfunctions III the last 10 weeks. They also will take Nursing Issues and Trends concurrent with the other nursing courses Spring Semester. Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Nursing Majors 20 Core Area A 9 (Grade C or better is required in English courses) ENGL 1101 English Composition I or ENGL 1113 Honors Freshman Composition I 3 ENGL 1102 English Composition II or ENGL 1114 Honors Freshman Composition II 3 MATH 1111 College Algebra 3 Core Area B 2 COM 1010 Communications 2 Core Area E 6 HIST 21 11/21 12 U.S. History 3 POLS 1101 Political Science 3 Core Area F 15 (Grade C or better is required in all these courses) BIOL 21 1 1 Anatomy/Physiology I 4 BIOL 21 1 2 Anatomy/Physiology II 4 BIOL 31 1 Microbiology 4 PSYC 2103 Human Development 3 Major Concentration 38 (Grade C or better is required in all these courses) Nurs 1 101 Foundations of Nursing Practice 9 Nurs 1 1 02 Nursing Care Across the Life Span I 1 Nurs 2201 Nursing Care Across the Life Span II 10 Augusta State University Catalog 149 Nurs 2202 Nursing Care Across the Life Span Nurs 2203 Nursing Issues and Trends Piiysical Education Wellness and Fitness requirement will be met when nursing core is completed Total Hours for the Degree 72 150 Augusta State University Catalog POLITICAL SCIENCE PROGRAMS POLITICAL SCIENCE Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Political Science The objective of the political science program is focused on the study of politics, governments, governmental systems, and the making of public policy. The B.A. degree is offered to better prepare the citizen to exercise political responsibilities and to ground the student for subsequent functioning in the public political system. The major is also structured to prepare the student for post-graduate study in political science; in professional schools of law, journalism, international relations, and public administration; and in post-graduate work leading to specialized careers in research and teaching. Core Curriculum Areas A-E (see p. 68) 42 Core Curriculum Area F - prerequisite POLS 1 101 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all Area F courses) Required Courses: POLS 2201 Intro to State and Local Government 3 POLS 2701 Intro to Political Methodology & Research 3 Option I Select a language sequence 6 or Option II Select either CSCI 2000 Introduction to Computers and Programming 6 or MINF 2201 Management Information Systems in addition to choosing an elective from the approved Area F courses listed below or selecting MATH 221 Elementary Statistics Electives in Political Science (recommended) 0-6 POLS 2101 Intro to Political Science POLS 2301 Intro to Comparative Politics POLS 2401 Intro to Global Issues Electives in Social Science 0-6 PHIL 1000, HIST 1111, HIST 1112, GEOG 1111, ECON 2105, ECON 2106, PSYC 1101 SOCI 1101, SOCI 2241, ANTH 1102, ECON 1810, HIST 2111, HIST 2112 Major Concentration 30 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) POLS 3501 Ancient Political Thought or 3 POLS 3601 Modern & Contemporary Political Thought or POLS 3701 American Political Thought POLS 3101 Comparative European Governments or 3 POLS 4901 European Union: Institutions & Policies Augusta State University Cataiog 151 POLS 3201 Govt. & Politics of Post-Communist Russia 3 or POLS 4801 Govt, and Politics of China POLS 41 01 State Govt, or POLS 4201 Urtan 3 Policy Analysis POLS 4601 Con. Law: Civil Liberties or 3 POLS 4501 Con. Law: Distribution of Power or POLS 3301 Judicial Process POLS 4301 Principles of Public Administration 3 or POLS 4401 Govt. Organization & Administrative Theory POLS 4902 World Politics or POLS 4903 3 International Law & Organization POLS 4701 Govt, of Developing Nations or 3 POLS 4904 Politics of Latin America POLS 4905 United States Foreign Policy or 3 POLS 3401 The American Presidency Select one additional course from the list above or: 3 POLS 4907 Selected Topics POLS 4906 Cullum Program as approved POLS 4960 Internship POLS 3801 Intemational Relations Theory POLS 4909 Political Science Methods POLS 4910 Study Abroad Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 12-15 Physical Education ,5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 POLITICAL SCIENCE Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Political Science International Studies Concentration International Studies is designed to enable and encourage students to become more proficient in understanding global affairs. The curriculum combines a student's choice of area studies: 21 hours in Political Science and 9 hours of a number of courses offered in the Departments of History, Sociology, Languages, Literature and Communications, Psychology and the College of Business Administration. The concentration in International Studies requires language proficiency and/or the study of statistics and/or computer science and mastery of the methodological and theoretical perspectives of the discipline. The education and training provided by this concentration will provide a background for a career in government, business, education, and communications or to pursue advanced degree(s) in Political Science, International Relations, International Law or International Business. All courses require a grade of a "C" or better. 152 Augusta State University Catalog Core Curriculum Areas A-E (See p. 68) 42 Core Curriculum Area F - prerequisite POLS 1101 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all Area F courses) Required Course: POLS 2701 Intro to Political Methodology & Research 3 Option I Select a language sequence 6 or Option II Select either CSCI 2000 Introduction to Computers and Programming 6 or MINF 2201 Management Information Systems in addition to choosing an elective from the approved Area F courses listed below or selecting MATH 2210 Elementary Statistics Electives in Political Science (recommended) 0-9 POLS 2101 Intro to Political Science POLS 2301 Intro to Comparative Politics POLS 2401 Intro to Global Issues Electives in Social Science 0-6 PHIL 1000, HIST 1111, HIST 1112, GEOG 1111, ECON 21 05, ECON 21 06, PSYC 1 1 01 SOCI 1101, SOCI 2241, ANTH 1102, ECON 1810, HIST 21 1 1 , HIST 21 1 2, POLS 2201 International Studies Concentration 30 POLS 3801 International Relations Theory 3 POLS 4902 World Politics 3 Choose 5 courses from: POLS 3101 Comparative European Politics 3 POLS 3201 Govt. & Politics of Post-Communist Russia 3 POLS 4701 Govt, of Developing Nations 3 POLS 4801 Govt, and Politics of China 3 POLS 4901 European Union: Institutions & Policies 3 POLS 4903 International Law & Organization 3 POLS 4904 Politics of Latin America 3 POLS 4905 United States Foreign Policy 3 POLS 4906 Cullum Lecture Series (w/Dept. Chair approval) 3 POLS 4907 Selected Topics (w/Dept. Chair approval) 3 POLS 4960 Undergraduate lnternship(Dept. Chair approval) 3 POLS 491 Study Abroad (Dept. Chair approval) 3 Augusta State University Catalog 153 Choose 3 courses from: 9 ANTH 4861 , HIST 321 1 , HIST 331 1 , HIST 3521 , HIST 3531 , HIST 4391 , HIST 4950, ECON 4820, BUSA 4200, SOCI 360, HUMN 495, ENGL 4360, FREN 321 0, 3221 , 3222, COS 31 0, SPAN 321 1 , 3212,3220,3520,3610,4530,4540, 4550, 4560, 4710, 4720, STAB 3930, 4930, French, German, Latin and Spanish languages above 2000 level POLS 4906, POLS 4907, 4908. Study Abroad, Honors courses and all selected topic offerings must be approved by Pol. Sci. Dept. Chair. Minor Concentration 15-18 Physical Education 5 Electives 12-15 Total Hours for the Degree and Concentration 1 25 POLITICAL SCIENCE/LEGAL STUDIES B.A. in Political Science, Legal Studies Track The Legal Studies track is open to Political Science majors only and is designed to aid students in their effort to orient their course of study to a particular purpose or goal. It will prepare students for careers in law-related fields, federal and state governments, public and private interest groups, or business and management. In addition, the track can provide a foundation for the ongoing study of law or for graduate study in Political Science. Grade of C or better is required in POLS 1 101 , prerequisites for all upper division classes and in all program specific courses. Core Curriculum Areas A-E (see p. 68) 42 Core Curriculum Area F - prerequisite POLS 1 101 (Grade of C or better is required in all Area F courses) 1 8 Required Courses POLS 2201 Intro to State and Local Government 3 POLS 2701 Intro to Political Methodology & Research 3 Option I Select a language sequence 6 or Option II Select either CSCI 2000 Introduction to Computers and Programming and MATH 2210 Elementary Statistics 6 or MINF 2201 Management Information Systems in addition to choosing an elective from the approved Area F courses listed below or selecting Accounting 2101 154 Augusta State University Catalog Electives in Political Science 0-6 POLS 2101 Intro to Political Science POLS 2301 Intro to Comparative Politics POLS 2401 Intro to Global Issues Electives in Social Science 0-6 PHIL 1000, HIST 1111, HIST 1112, GEOG 1111, ECON 2105, ECON 2106, PSYC 1101 SOCI 1101, SOCI 2241, ANTH 1102, ECON 1810, HIST 2111, HIST 2112 Major Concentration 30 (Grade of C or better) Select 12-15 hours from the following Political Science Courses: POLS 3301 Judicial Process 3 POLS 3401 The American Presidency 3 POLS 3601 Modern & Contemporary Political Thought 3 POLS 3701 American Political Thought 3 POLS 4501 Constitutional Law: Distribution of Power 3 POLS 4601 Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties 3 POLS 4401 Govt. Organization & Administrative Theory 3 Select 3 hours from the following: POLS 3101 Comparative European Governments 3 POLS 4903 International Law 3 POLS 4905 United States Foreign Policy 3 Select 6-12 hours of Political Science Courses at the 3000-4000 level. Select 3-6 hours from the following law-related courses: COMC 3000 Media Law and Ethics 3 BUSA 4210 (prereq. 50 semester hours) 3 SOCI 4431 Criminology 3 SOCI 4432 Juvenile Delinquency 3 Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives 12-15 Recommended to include: CJ 1 1 03 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 POLS 2000 Society, Law and the Criminal 3 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 Augusta State University Cataiog 155 POLITICAL SCIENCE/PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION B.A. in Political Science Public Administration Track Prepares students for careers in government administration, private research and consulting firms, and public planning agencies. A grade of C or better is required in Political Science 1101 , prerequisites for all upper division courses. Core Curriculum Areas A-E (see p. 68) 42 Core Curriculum Area F - prerequisite POLS 1 1 01 (Grade of C or better is required in all Area F courses) 18 Required Courses: POLS 2201 Intro to State and Local Government 3 POLS 2701 Intro to Political Methodology & Research 3 Option I Select a language sequence 6 or Option II MATH 2210 Elementary Statistics combined 6 with CSCI 2000 Introduction to Computer Programming or MINF 2201 Microcomputer Applications Elective Courses in Area F Select 6 hours from Option I approved Area F courses, or Option II courses listed below: Option I POLS 2101 Intro to Political Science POLS 2301 Intro to Comparative Politics POLS 2401 Intro to Global Issues GEOG 1111 Introduction to Geography HIST 21 1 1 , 21 12 American History I, II PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy PSYC 1101 Principles of Psychology SOC1 1101 Introduction to Sociology or Option II ACCT 2101, 2102 Principles of Accounting I, II (Math 1 1 01 or 1 1 1 1 prereq. for ACCT 21 01) Major Concentration (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) 30 Select 12-15 hours from the following: POLS 3301 Judicial Process 3 POLS 4101 State Government 3 POLS 4201 Urban Policy Analysis 3 156 Augusta State University Catalog POLS 4301 Principles of Public Administration 3 POLS 4401 Govt. Organization & Administrative Theory 3 Select 15 hours from the following courses: SOCI 4451 Sociology of Work and Occupations 3 SOCI 4461 Urban Sociology 3 SOCI 3340 Social Stratification 3 SOCI 3360 World Population and Development 3 MGMT 3500 Management Theory & Practice 3 MGMT 4500 Human Resources Management 3 *POLS 4907 Selected Topics 3 *POLS 4960 Undergraduate Internship 3 (*Requires Dept. Chair's approval) Minor Concentration 15-18 Electives (Recommended: ECON 2105 Macroeconomics) 12-15 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 POLITICAL SCIENCE SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHING Bachelor of Arts, Major In Political Science, Certification in Secondary Education Students who wish to supplement this program with courses leading to Georgia Department of Education broad-field certification in social sciences should see "Social Sciences Certification" in the "Academic Regulations and Information" section of this catalog. All courses in the major program require a "C" or better. POLS 1101 is prerequisite to all upper division courses. Core Curriculum Areas A-E (see p.68) 42 Core Curriculum Area F - prerequisite POLS 1101 (Grade of C or better is required in all Area F courses) 18 Required Courses: POLS 2201 Intro to State and Local Government 3 POLS 2701 Intro to Political Methodology & Research 3 Option I Select a language sequence 6 QL Option II Select either CSCI 2000 Introduction to Computers and Programming 6 or Augusta State University Catalog 157 MINF 2201 Management Information Systems in addition to choosing an elective from the Area F courses listed below or selecting MATH 221 Elementary Statistics Electives in Political Science (recommended) POLS 2101 Intro to Political Science POLS 2301 Intro to Comparative Politics POLS 2401 Intro to Global Issues Electives in Social Science PHIL 1000, HIST 1111, HIST 1112, GEOG 1111, ECON 2106, ECON 2105, PSYC 1101, SOCI 1101, SOCI 2241, ANTH 1102, HIST 2111, HIST 21 12 Major Concentration POLS 31 01 Comparative European Governments or POLS 4701 Governments of Developing Nations POLS 3601 Modern & Contemporary Political Thought or POLS 3701 American Political Thought POLS 41 01 State Government or POLS 4201 Urban Policy Analysis POLS 4301 Principles of Public Administration or POLS 3401 The American Presidency POLS 4501 Constitutional Law: Distribution of Power or POLS 4601 Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties POLS 4902 World Politics or POLS 4905 United States Foreign Policy Select 9 additional hours of 300/400 level Political Science 0-6 0-6 30 Professional Education SCED 4101 Secondary School Student SCED 4102 Secondary School Context and Curr. Coherence SCED 4201 Social Studies Pedagogy I SCED 4202 Social Studies Pedagogy II SCED 4901 Apprenticeship SCED 4902 Seminar 27 3 3 3 12 3 Electives Physical Education Total Hours for the Degree 3 5 125 158 Augusta State University Catalog POLITICAL SCIENCE Minor in Political Science Courses submitted for the minor, including prerequisites, must be completed with a grade of C or better. POLS 2701 must be completed with a grade of C or better before enrolling in upper division POLS courses. Exceptions to this policy must be approved by the department chair. Prerequisites: POLS 11 01 Intro to American Government Political Science 2701 Intro to Political methodology & Research 3 Upper Division Courses Select 5 courses in Political Science which are numbered 3000 and above 1 5 Total Hours for the Political Science Minor 18 INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Minor in International Studies All courses submitted for the minor, including prerequisites must be completed with a grade of C or better. Prerequisites: POLS 1101 Intro to American Government POLS 2701 Intro to Political Methodology & Research 3 Upper Division Courses: POLS 3801 International Relations Theory 3 POLS 4902 World Politics 3 Select three of the following courses: 9 POLS 31 01 , 3201 , 4960, 4701 , 4801 , 4901 , 4903, 4904, 4905, 4907, or Study Abroad (must be approved by Department Chair) HIST 321 1 , 331 1 , 3521 , 3531 , 4391 , 495 ANTH 4861 ECON 4820 BUSA 4200 HUMN 495 (must be approved by Department Chair) ENGL 4360 FREN 3210, 3221,3222 COMC3100 SPAN 3211, 3212, 3220, 3520, 3610, 4530, 4540,4560,4710,4720 SABR 3930, 4930 must be approved by Dept. Chair French, German, Latin and Spanish Languages above the 2000 level Augusta State University Cataiog 159 study Abroad, Honors courses and all selected topic offerings must be approved by Pol. Sci. Dept. Chair. Total Hours for the International Studies Minor 18 PHILOSOPHY Minor in Philosophy The objective of the philosophy program is to critically focus on the deepest questions of human experience and on the philosopher's commitment to rationality in a continuous effort to understand the relationships of world, values, and oneself. The philosophy minor is also structured to prepare the student for further study in Philosophy toward a B.A. degree. A minor in philosophy complements any major program at Augusta State University and is applicable in any human endeavor where rational thought is required. (All courses submitted for the minor must carry a grade of C or better) Prerequisite for all PHIL courses: ENGL 1101 ' Prerequisite for upper division philosophy courses PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy 3 Upper Division Courses 15 Select 1 5 hours from the following: PHIL 3005 Philosophy of the Human Person 3 PHIL 3010 Ancient Political Philosophy 3 PHIL 301 1 Modern and Contemporary Political Philosophy . 3 PHIL 3012 Pragmatic Thought -: 3 PHIL 3020 Existentialism 3 PHIL 3095 Major Philosophers in History 3 May be repeated when subject varies:. PHIL 4030 Ancient Greek Philosophy 3 PHIL 4032 Contemporary Continental Philosophy 3 May be repeated when subject varies: PHIL 4900 Cullum Lecture Series (requires Chair's approval) 3 PHIL 4990 Undergraduate Research 3 Total Upper Division Hours for the Philosophy Minor 18 PARALEGAL CERTIFICATE ^^^^ Non-Credit This non-credit certificate program consists of six courses offered under the auspices of the Department of Political Science. An applicant must submit official transcripts showing the equivalent of 54 semester hours of transferable credit from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants must be approved for regular admission to the university, and must be approved by the Chair of the Political Science Dept. before registering for courses in the Paralegal curriculum. 160 Augusta State University Catalog Required Courses PLCP 0081 Introduction to Law PLCP 0082 Civil Litigation PLCP 0083 Business Organizations/Corporations PLCP 0084 Property and Estates PLCP 0085 Criminal Law PLCP 0086 Advanced Legal Research Successful completion of the program requires that participants receive a "C" or better grade in all classes and earn a minimum grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Any student not meeting these standards may continue his/her enrollment in the program, however he/she must retake those courses for which an unsatisfactory grade was received. Augusta State University Catalog 161 PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMS PSYCHOLOGY Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Psychology Core Curriculum Areas A-E 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 Take the following: (Earning grade C or better) PSYC 1 101 Introduction to General Psychology 3 Take two of the following: (Earning grade C or better in each) PSYC 1 1 03 Introduction to the Behavioral and Social Sciences 3 PSYC 1 1 05 Honors Seminar in Psychology 3 PSYC 21 01 Introduction to the Psychology of Adjustment 3 PSYC 2103 Introduction to Human Development 3 PSYC 2150 Introduction to Human Diversity o 3 Select remaining 9 hours from approved 1000-2000 non-psychology courses: ANTH 1112 Introductory Anthropology 3 ANTH 201 1 Cultural Anthropology 3 BIOL 21 1 1 Anatomy and Physiology 4 CHEM 1 1 52 Sun/ey of Chemistry II 4 COMC 2010 Mass Media and Society 3 COMS 1010 Communication/Speech 2 COMS 1020 Communication/Speech 3 CSCI 2000 Introduction to Computers and Programming 3 CJ 1 103 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 ECON 1810 Introduction to Economics 3 ECON 2106 Microeconomics 3 EDUC 2102 Human Development in the Educative Process 3 GEOG 1111 World Geography 3 GEOL 1122 Introductory Geosciences II: Historical Geology 4 HONR 1010 Honors Introductory Seminar: The Nature of Inquiry 3 HONR 1900 Contemporary Issues 3 MATH 1 120 Contemporary Mathematics 3 MATH 1 220 Applied Calculus 3 MATH 221 Elementary Statistics 3 MILS 1030 Military Leadership and Management 2 MINE 2201 Management Information Systems 3 PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy 3 POLS 1 201 Society, Law and the Criminal 3 162 Augusta State University Catalog SOC1 1 1 01 Introduction to Sociology 3 SOCI 1 1 60 Social Problems Analysis 3 SOCI 2241 Multiculturalism in Modern Society 3 Foreign Languages, 1000-2000 level 3 Major Concentration 30 Students should be aware that the best set of courses to take as a psychology major will vary depending upon one's career expectations. Always consult with an academic advisor, and consider taking Psychological Careers, PSYC 31 90, in which course selection is thoroughly examined. The minimum requirements are presented below. Most students will be able to take additional elective psychology courses, if they wish. Take the following in sequence: (Earning grade C or better in each) PSYC 3121 Quantitative Methods 4 PSYC 3122 Research Methods 4 Take at least two of the following: (Earning grade C or better in each) PSYC 41 80 Biological Psychology 3 PSYC 41 65 Learning and Cognition 3 PSYC 41 25 Psychological Tests and Measurement 3 PSYC 41 73 Social Psychology 3 Select remaining hours from any advisor-approved PSYC 3000-4000 courses. (Earning grade C or better) 1 6 Restrictions : No more than 3 hours of credit to be counted in the major may come from the Cullum Lecture Series (PSYC 4900), independent study (PSYC 4950), internship (PSYC 4960), and/or research (PSYC 4990). This policy does not apply to nonrepetitive special topics courses which carry a PSYC 4950 designation. Minor Concentration 1 5-1 8 Persons majoring in psychology are required to have a minor and should consult with their advisor on this selection, especially in cases where the student wishes the minor to support career goals. Elective Courses 12-15 Electives may be taken at any level, and could include additional psychology courses. Students may substitute a second major for the minor and elective courses. Details on taking a second major are provided elsewhere in the catalog. Physical Education Total Hours for the Degree 125 Augusta State University Catalog 163 PSYCHOLOGY Prerequisite Course (Earning grade C or better) PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology, Psychology Courses (Earning grade C or better) in advisor-approved PSYC 3000-4000 courses. Total Hours for the Minor Minor in Psychoiogy 15 18 The best combination of courses to take in a psychology minor will vary depending upon one's career expectations. Always consult with an academic advisor, and consider talking Psychological Careers, PSYC 3190, in which course selection issues are thoroughly examined. Restrictions: Please note that 4000-level courses may not be taken unless both PSYC 31 21 and PSYC 31 22 have been completed with earned grades of C or better. No more than 3 hours of credit to be counted in the minor may come from the Cullum Lecture Series PSYC 4900, independent study PSYC 4950, internship PSYC 4960, and/or research PSYC 4990. This policy does not apply to nonrepetitive special topics courses which might carry a PSYC 4950 designation. Depending upon major requirements, students may be able to take additional psychology courses as electives. 164 Augusta State University Catalog SOCIOLOGY PROGRAMS CRIMINAL JUSTICE Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Criminal Justice Core Curriculum Areas A-E 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 CJ 1 1 03 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 POLS 2000 Introduction to Society, Law, and the Criminal 3 SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology or SOC1 1 103 Introduction to Behavioral and Social Sciences 3 SOC1 1 1 60 Social Problems Analysis 3 Select two of the following courses: ACCT 2101 Principles of Accounting ECON 1810 Introduction to Economics MATH 2210 Elementary Statistics PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology SOCI 2241 Multicultural Diversity SOWK 1111 Introduction to Social Work A two-course sequence in a foreign language Major Concentration (Grade of C or better is required in each course) 33 CJ 3330 Social Deviance POLS 3301 Judicial Process POLS 4401 Governmental Organization & Administrative Theory SOCI 3380 Sociological Theory SOCI 3381 Methods in Social Research I SOCI 3382 Methods in Social Research II Select five from the following courses: CJ 3329 Introduction to Police Science CJ 3333 Introduction to Corrections CJ 3334 Institutional Corrections CJ 3335 Community Corrections CJ 3341 White Collar Crime CJ 3395 Selected Topics CJ 3431 Criminology CJ 4432 Juvenile Delinquency CJ 4433 Juvenile Justice CJ 4435 Women, Crime, and the Criminal Justice System CJ 4441 Violence and the South CJ 4490 Cullum Lecture Series CJ 4495 Selected Topics CJ 4496 Internship CJ 4499 Undergraduate Research Augusta State University Catalog 165 Minor Concentration , 15-18 Pliysicai Education 5 Graduation Requirements 1 Speech spillover from Core Area B Electives 9-11 Total Hours for the Degree 125 CRIMINAL JUSTICE Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice ENGL 1101 College Composition I 3 ENGL 1 102 College Composition II 3 Select one of the following mathematics courses: 3 MATH 1101 Introduction to Mathematical Modeling MATH 1111 College Algebra MATH 1113 Pre-calculus Mathematics MATH 1 1 20 Contemporary Mathematics Select one two-course sequence in a laboratory science: 6 BIOL 1101 and 1102 CHEM1151 and 1152 CHEM1211 and 1152 CHEM 1211 and 1212 GE0L1121 and 1122 PHSC1011 and 1012 RHYS 1111 and 1112 PHYS 2211 and 2212 Select one of the following history courses: 3 HIST 21 1 1 United States to 1 877 HIST 2112 United States since 1877 POLS 1 101 Introduction to American Government 3 POLS 2000 Introduction to Society, Law, and the Criminal 3 PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology 3 PSYC 3450 Abnormal Psychology 3 SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology 3 SOCI 1 1 60 Social Problems Analysis 3 CJ 1 103 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 CJ 3329 Introduction to Police Science 3 CJ 3333 Prisons 3 Social Science Electives 3 General Elective 10 Physical Education 5 COMS1010 2 Total Hours for the Degree 60 166 Augusta State University Catalog GERONTOLOGY Minor in Gerontology Prerequisites 6 SOCI 1101 Introduction to Sociology PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology Upper Division Courses 12 PSYC 3320 Psychology of Adult Development and Aging SOCI 3320 Sociology of Aging SOCI 4421 Gerontology Select one of the following: PSYC 4960 Undergraduate Internship PSYC 4990 Undergraduate Research SOWK 4496 Undergraduate Internship SOWK 4499 Undergraduate Research SOCI 3375 Sociology of Death, Grief, and Caring SOCI 4496 Undergraduate Internship SOCI 4499 Undergraduate Research Minor Concentration 18 Total Hours for the Minor 36 SOCIOLOGY Minor in Social Work Prerequisites SOWK 1111 Introduction to Social Work or SOWK 2234 Introduction to Social Welfare 3 Upper Division Courses 15 SOWK 3346 Methods of Social Work SOWK 3358 Field Placement Select three courses from the following list: SOWK 3322 Agencies and Services SOWK 3375 Sociology of Death, Grief, and Caring SOWK 4421 Gerontology SOWK 4495 Selected Topics SOWK 4496 Undergraduate Internship SOWK 4499 Undergraduate Research May include one of the following: PSYC 3450 Abnormal Psychology *(Psychology majors may not elect this course) SOCI 3303 Sociology of the Family SOCI 4441 Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups * (Sociology majors may not elect SOI 3303 or SOCI 4441) Total Hours for the Minor 1 8 Augusta State University Catalog 167 SOCIOLOGY Minor in Sociology Prerequisites SOCI 1101 Introduction or SOC1 1 103 Introduction to Behavioral and Social Sciences 3 SOCI 1 160 Social Problems Analysis 3 Minor Concentration 12 Select four courses from the following list: SOCI 3303 Sociology of the Family SOCI 3317 Sociology of Medicine SOCI 3320 Sociology of Aging SOCI 3330 Social Deviance SOCI 3340 Social Stratification SOCI 3350 Sociology of Organizations SOCI 3360 World Population and Development SOCI 3373 Social Psychology SOCI 3375 Sociology of Death, Grief, and Caring SOCI 3380 Sociological Theory SOCI 3381 Methods in Social Research I ; SOCI 3382 Methods in Social Research II SOCI 3385 Sociology of Religion SOCI 4404 Urban Social Problems SOCI 4413 Sociology of Education SOCI 4421 Gerontology SOCI 4431 Criminology SOCI 4432 Juvenile Delinquency SOCI 4435 Women, Crime, and the Criminal Justice System SOCI 4441 Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups in the US SOCI 4442 Sociology of Women SOCI 4443 Social Movements SOCI 4451 Sociology of Work and Occupations SOCI 4461 Urban Sociology SOCI 4490 Cullum Lecture Series SOCI 4495 Selected Topics SOCI 4496 Undergraduate Internship SOCI 4499 Undergraduate Research Total Hours for the Minor 1 8 168 Augusta State University Catalog SOCIOLOGY Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Sociology Core Curriculum Areas A-E 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 SOC1 1101 Introduction or SOCI 1 103 Introduction to Beliavioral and Social Sciences 3 SOC1 1 1 60 Social Problems Analysis 3 Select four of tlie following courses: 1 2 ANTH 21 1 1 Cultural Anthropology ECON 1180 Introduction to Economics COMC 2010 Mass Media and Society MATH 2210 Elementary Statistics PHIL 1000 Introduction to Philosophy PSYC 1101 Introduction to General Psychology SOCI 2241 Multicultural Diversity SOWK 1111 Introduction to Social Work or SOWK 2234 Introduction to Social Welfare Two course sequence in a foreign language Major Concentration 30 (Grade of C or better is required in each course) SOCI 3380 Sociological Theory 3 SOCI 3381 Methods in Social Research I 3 SOCI 3382 Methods in Social Research II 3 Complete two courses from a departmentally approved track* (must include the 3000-level course) 6 Notes *Track One: SOCI 3320 and SOCI 4421 Track Two: SOCI 3330 and chose one of the following: SOCI 4431 , or SOCI 4432, or SOCI 4435 Track Three: SOCI 3340 and chose one of the following: SOCI 4441 , or SOCI 4442 or SOCI 4443 Track Four: SOCI 3350 and SOCI 4451 Select five more courses from the following list not to include courses selected for track 1 5 SOCI 3303 Sociology of the Family SOCI 331 7 Sociology of Medicine SOCI 3320 Sociology of Aging SOCI 3323 Popular Culture SOCI 3330 Social Deviance SOCI 3340 Social Stratification SOCI 3350 Sociology of Organizations Augusta State University Catalog 169 SOCI 3360 World Population and Development SOCI 3373 Social Psychology SOCI 3375 Sociology of Death, Grief, and Caring SOCI 3385 Sociology of Religion SOCI 4404 Urban Social Problems SOCI 441 3 Sociology of Education SOCI 4421 Gerontology SOCI 4431 Criminology SOCI 4432 Juvenile Delinquency SOCI 4435 Women, Crime, and the Criminal Justice System SOCI 4441 Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups in the US SOCI 4442 Sociology of Women SOCI 4443 Social Movements SOCI 4451 Sociology of Work and Occupations SOCI 4461 Urban Sociology SOCI 4490 Cullum Lecture Series SOCI 4495 Selected Topics SOCI 4496 Undergraduate Internship SOCI 4499 Undergraduate Research Minor Concentration Physical Education Graduation Requirements Speech spillover from Core Area B 15-18 5 1 Electives Total Hours for the Degree 9-11 125 170 Augusta State University Catalog College of Education Since its founding in 1783 with tiie stated purpose of extending educational opportunity throughout the state to its designation as a state university in 1 996, the preparation of quality professional educators has been a part of the mission of Augusta State University. As the role of the professional educator has changed, so have the educational programs offered by the College of Education. The courses and related practicum and field experiences utilized in the current teacher preparation programs focus on standards from state, regional, and national accrediting agencies, best practice, and relevant research. Utilizing these as a base, preparation programs have been developed which emphasize what beginning teachers should know and be able to do at the end of their undergraduate studies. All teacher preparation programs in the College of Education require extensive clinical and field experiences in which teacher apprentices demonstrate the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate appropriate curriculum strategies with a diverse population of students. These experiences are conducted under the close supervision of a professional educator in the public schools and a college supen/isor. In order to graduate and be recommended for certification, all students must demonstrate with "real children" the competencies for success as a beginning teacher in their chosen field of study. Mission of the College of Education The College of Education is committed to excellence in the preparation of teachers, counselors, and administrators for service with diverse populations in a wide variety of educational settings. The professional educators involved in the various preparation programs prepare students for today's classrooms through a collaboratively developed series of courses and appropriate field experiences while demonstrating outstanding teaching techniques and procedures from relevant research and best practice. The College of Education is committed to relevant research and other scholarly activities leading to the advancement of knowledge and good practice in the total learning and schooling process of children. Research is conducted in collaboration with students, public school practitioners, and colleagues from other colleges to determine those things that work, do not work, and/or need to be revised in order to maximize the learning opportunities for children. The College of Education is committed to a service mission which provides leadership in the development and dissemination of relevant knowledge to address the wide range of challenges faced by students, parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators in the learning and schooling process. Conceptual Framework Principles All teacher preparation programs are shaped and guided by a set of principles which describe what students should know and be able to demonstrate at the end of their Augusta State University Catalog 171 course work and field experiences. Adopted from the work of the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (INTASC) which was established to translate the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards' advanced certification requirements for highly accomplished teachers, into performance-based standards for beginning teachers, the following principles were adopted by the faculty in the College of Education in the spring of 1 996. Students who complete a teacher preparation program at Augusta State University will: 1. Understand the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) and be able to create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for learners. 2. Understand how students learn and develop and be able to provide developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social, and personal development. 3. Understand how students differ in their approaches to learning and be able to create instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners. 4. Understand and use a variety of instructional strategies to encourage the learner's development of critical and creative thinking, problem solving, and performance skills. 5. Use an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social Interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation. 6. Use knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and information technology techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom. 7. Plan instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, the learners, the community, and curriculum goals. 8. Understand and use authentic assessment to evaluate and ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and physical development of the leamer. 9. Be a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (students, parents, and other professionals in the learning community) and actively seeks the opportunity to grow professionally. 10. Foster relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community to support the learning and well-being of all students. Attention Education Majors In the fall 1 998, the Board of Regents approved a set of Principles and Actions for the Preparation of Educators for the Schools. These principles will result in substantial changes in the admissions, curriculum, field experiences, and exit requirements for all students in the teacher preparation process. All students entering ASU in the fall semester, 1998 will fall under part or all of these new requirements. Students should check with their advisors for specific changes in the teacher preparation process. Degree Programs Undergraduate and graduate degree programs are offered through the departments of Teacher Development, Clinical and Professional Studies, and Kinesiology and Health Science. Undergraduate degree programs in secondary education for 172 Augusta State University Catalog teachers of English, History, mathematics, political science, science, social studies, and preschool through twelfth grade in foreign language, and music are offered in collaboration with the Pamplin College of Arts and Sciences. The College of Education offers the Bachelor of Science in Education degree in: Early Childhood Education Middle Grades Education Health and Physical Education Special Education Secondary Education (with Pamplin College of Arts and Sciences) Faculty Dean: R. Freeman Department of Clinical and Professional Studies Professor: Barnabei, F.; Freeman, R.; Harris, P. (Cree-Walker Chair of Education); Smith, L. (Acting Chair); Weber, R. Associate Professor: Blackwell, B.; Jackson, C; Stayer, F. Assistant Professor: Arbaugh, T.; Blanton, B.; Geren, P.; Long, K.; Pollingue, A. Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences Professor: Foibus, W.; Harrison, R. (Department Chair) Associate Professor: Gustafson, O'Connor, M. Assistant Professor: Burau, D.; Fife, S.; Hardy, L.; Thomas, B. Department of Teacher Development Professor: Cooper, M.G. (Department Chair) Assistant Professor: Beatty, C; Eisenman, G.; Thornton, H.; Warner, M. Accreditations The preparation programs offered by the College of Education at Augusta State University are accredited by the Professional Standards Commission (PSC) of the state of Georgia and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). This accreditation includes the basic and advanced levels of the professional education programs offered at ASU through the College of Education and the collaborative programs with the Pamplin College of Arts and Sciences. Admission to Teacher Education Students may become "an education major" at the time of application to the university or at any point thereafter by selecting one of the teacher preparation programs offered in the college. Admission to teacher education, however, is a separate function and requires that the student meet all college, department, and program criteria. The following minimum admission criteria apply to all students seeking admission to Teacher education. In some fields of study, additional requirements may apply. Students should check with the appropriate department to determine these special requirements. Augusta State University Cataiog 173 1. A cumulative (Regents) grade point average of at least 2.5 (4.0 scale) on all undergraduate course work taken at Augusta State University. (For students transferring to ASU, an overall cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 on the combined transferred and ASU course work and at least a 2.5 on all work done at ASU is required.) 2. A grade of "C" or better in ENGL 1 1 01 and ENGL 1 1 02. 3. A grade of "C" or better in MATH 11 11 or MATH 1 1 01 . 4. A grade of "C" or better in all courses used in Area F of the Core. 5. For students in the early childhood, middle grades, secondary, and P-12 programs, a grade of "C" or better is required on all Core courses utilized in the certification program. For secondary and P-12 students, a cumulative grade point of at least 2.5 (4.0 scale) is required on all upper division courses taken as part of the major in which the student is seeking certification. 6. Successful performance on all portions of the Regents Examination. 7. Successful performance on the Praxis I at the following scores: QBE: Mathematics 321 ; Reading 322; and Writing 321 . Pre-professional: Mathematics 176; Reading 176; and Writing 174. 8. A record free of criminal, disciplinary, and psychological problems. 9. Verification of physical health appropriate to the requirements of a classroom teacher. Admission to Teacher Education is a prerequisite for all upper division level professional education courses. Students must be admitted to Teacher Education in order to enroll in these courses. The Grade Point Average for admission to Teacher Education is calculated using all course work attempted by the student. In cases where a course has been repeated, the last grade earned in the course will be utilized to calculate the cumulative grade point average. Advisement Due to the many, and sometimes changing, requirements for certification, advisement of students is a very important process in the College of Education. Because of this, students enrolled in a teacher preparation program may not utilize the self-advisement process. All students in teacher preparation programs are required to meet with and obtain approval from their advisor in order to register for courses. Advisement Prior to Admission to Teacher Education Students who have not been admitted to Teacher Education are advised by the College of Education's Undergraduate Advisor or designated college faculty (early childhood) . Located in Butler Hall, Suite E, these individual are available to assist students with a wide-range of scheduling and planning issues. Advisement After Admission to Teacher Education Students who have been admitted to Teacher Education are assigned a faculty member in their specialized area. This faculty member will assist students in planning programs of study to meet the requirements of the selected field of study. 174 Augusta State University Catalog Clinical and Professional Field Experiences The teacher preparation programs at Augusta State University place a strong emphasis on "hands-on" experiences with professional educators in actual classroom settings. Students should expect a field experience as a part of most courses in the preparation process. In some cases, entire courses will be taught in a public school setting. Clinical and field experiences are monitored for each student to insure that they have had the opportunity to work with diverse populations in a wide variety of educational level and settings. Due to the sensitive nature of working with children in the public schools, the Department of Public Safety at Augusta State University will conduct a background review of all students at two specific points in the preparation program. The first check will be made as part of enrollment in EDUC 21 01 - Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Education (for secondary and P-12 education majors as part of the admission to Teacher Education process). Only students who present a record free of criminal and/or disciplinary activity will be allowed to enter a public school classroom. The second check, will be made as a prerequisite to entering the apprenticeship experience. Students who are admitted to the apprenticeship experience must have a record free of criminal and/or disciplinary activity. Apprenticeship Experience The apprenticeship experience is the culminating activity in all of the teacher preparation programs. Successful completion of this experience is required of all undergraduate students seeking a degree and certification in a teacher preparation field of study. In this experience, a student spends an entire semester working with a master teacher in a school classroom. At the end of this semester's experience, students are expected to demonstrate all of the prerequisite skills required oif an entry level teacher. Criteria for admission to the Apprenticeship Semester are: 1 . Completion of all course wori< in the major area of study. 2. A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 on all course work. 3. A cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on all upper division course work in the major (ECED, MGED, SPED). For secondary and P-1 2 education majors, a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 is required on all content courses utilized as part of the major and a cumulative grade point of at least 3.0 is required on all professional education courses. 4. Successful completion of the Comprehensive Portfolio. 5. A record free of criminal, disciplinary, and psychological problems. 6. Verification of physical health appropriate to the requirements of a classroom teacher. 7. The written recommendation of the student's academic advisor. Due to the intensive nature of the experience, students may not enroll in any additional course work during the Apprenticeship Semester. Recommendation for Certification Professional teacher certification is granted by the Professional Standards Commission upon the recommendation of the College of Education. In order to be Augusta State University Cataiog 175 eligible for a recommendation for certification in the field of study, a student must: 1 . Complete all of the required course work in field of study. 2. Successfully complete the Apprenticeship Experience. 3. Earn a passing score on the PRAXIS II examination in the appropriate certification field. 4. Complete the application process for certification. Alternative Certification Programs Individuals who hold an undergraduate or graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution and wish to become certified in one of the teacher preparation fields offered in the College of Education should contact the Director of Clinical and Reld Experiences for an evaluation of their academic work. Following this evaluation, the individual v\/ill be notified of the courses and experiences required in order to become eligible for a recommendation of certification. These courses and experience will vary widely based on the individual's previous academic work. Graduate professional education courses in the early childhood, middle grades, and secondary programs may not be utilized for initial certification. To be recommended for certification, the student must: 1. Earn a grade of "C" or better on all courses required to meet certification requirements. 2. Earn a passing score on the PRAXIS I examination at the following scores: QBE: Mathematics 321; Reading 322; and Writing 321. Pre-professional: Mathematics 176; Reading 176; and Writing 174. 3. Earn cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75 on all previous course work required to meet certification requirements. 4. Have a record free of criminal, disciplinary, and psychological problems. 5. Have verification of physical health appropriate to the requirements of a classroom teacher. 6. Earn a passing score on the PRAXIS II examination in the appropriate certification field. 7. Complete the application process for certification. 176 Augusta State University Catalog DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES SPECIAL EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Education with a IVIajor in Intellectual Disabilities Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Non-Science Majors Area F EDUC 2101 Introduction to Historical and Philosophical Foundations Of American Education EDUC 2102 Human Development and Learning Theory EDUC 2103 Education Technology PSYC 1 1 01 or SOC 1 1 01 or PHIL 1 000 or ANTH 1 1 02 SOCI 2241 or PSYC 2150 Advisor Approved 1000-2000 level elective Major Concentration BLOCK 1 (15) ECED 3222 Math I ECED 3212 Literacy I SPED 3001 Policies and Procedures SPED 3000 Teaching Students with Disabilities KINS 3241 Adapted Physical Education BLOCK 2 (15) ECED 4313 Literacy II SPED 3003 Assessment SPED 3002 Characteristics of ID SPED 4001 Methods/Materials for S/P ECED 3231 Teaching Science or ECED 4342 Teaching Social Studies BLOCK 3 (15) SPED 4002 Methods for MI/MO SPED 4004 Consultation/Collaboration SPED 4003 Classroom Management ECED 4381 Creative Arts PSYC 3148 Abnormal Psychology BLOCK 4 (15) SPED 4491 Apprentice Experience Physical Education Total Hours for the Degree 15 42 18 60 5 125 Augusta State University Catalog 177 DEPARTMENT OF KINESIOLOGY AND HEALTH SCIENCE HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Education with a Major in Health and Physical Education Track in Health Science Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Non-Science Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 EDUC 2101 History & Philosophy Foundations 3 EDUC 2102 Human Development & Learning Theory 3 EDUC 21 03 Educational Technology 3 BIOL 21 1 1 Human Anatomy 4 BIOL 2112 Human Physiology 4 KINS 2100 Seminar on Electronic Portfolio Development 1 Major Concentration 60 Kinesiology and Health Science Core (12) ESCI 321 Motor Behavior 3 ESCI 3220 Structural Kinesiology 3 ESCI 4220 Exercise Physiology 3 KINS 3241 Adapted Physical Education 3 Professional Preparation Courses (48) HSCI 4330 Seminar on Contemporary Health Issues 3 HSCI 3440 Introduction to Health Science Education 3 HSCI 3410 Community Planning and Health Science 3 HSCI 4313 Introduction to Health Care Delivery 3 HSCI 431 1 Epidemiology 3 HSCI 4300 Internship in Health Science 9 HSCI 4312 Biostatistics 3 HSCI 4300 Intemship in Health Science 9 SOCI 4421 Gerontology 3 ANTH 4861 World Ethnology 6 Choose 6 units from: HSC! 331 1 Introduction to Human Sexual Behavior 3 HSCI 3312 Introduction to Human Disease 3 PSYC31 80 Drugs and Behavior 3 Choose 3 units from: SOCI 3340 Social Stratification 3 SWK/SOC 3375 Thantology 3 Choose 3 units from: SOCI 3360 World Population and Development 3 PSYC 31 83 Psychology of Health 3 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 178 Augusta State University Catalog HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Education with a Major in Health and Physical Education Track in Exercise and Sport Science Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Non-Science Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 EDUC 2101 History & Philosophy Foundations 3 EDUC 2102 Human Development & Learning Theory 3 EDUC 2103 EducationalTechnology 3 BIOL 21 1 1 Human Anatomy 4 BIOL 2112 Human Physiology 4 KINS 2100 Seminar on Electronic Portfolio Development 1 Major Concentration 60 Kinesiology and Health Science Core (12) ESC! 3210 Motor Behavior 3 ESC! 3220 Structural Kinesiology 3 ESCI 4220 Exercise Physiology 3 KINS 3241 Adapted Physical Education 3 Professional Preparation Courses (48) ESCI 3320 Fitness and Wellness Programming 3 ESCI 3310 Behavioral Fitness 3 ESCI 4320 Adult Fitness and Rehabilitation 3 ESCI 3300 Practicum in Exercise and Sport Science 3 ESCI 4330 Seminar in Exercise and Sport Science 3 ESCI 4300 Internship in Exercise and Sport Science 12 Select 9 hours from HSCI courses 9 Select 6 hours from ACCT/COMC/COMP/COMS courses 6 Select 6 hours from MGMT/MKTG courses 6 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 Augusta State University Catalog 179 HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Education with a Major in IHealth and Physical Education Track for Teacher Certification Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Non-Science Majors 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 EDUC 2101 History and Philosophy Foundations 3 EDUC 2102 Human Development and Learning Theory 3 EDUC 21 03 Educational Technology 3 BIOL 21 1 1 Human Anatomy 4 BIOL 2112 Human Physiology 4 KINS 2100 Seminar on Electronic Portfolio Development 1 Major Concentration 60 Kinesiology and Health Science Core (12) ESC I 321 Motor Behavior 3 ESC 1 3220 Structural Behavior . 3 ESCI 4220 Exercise Physiology 3 KINS 3241 Adapted Physical Education 3 Teacher Education Sequence (48) KINS 3301 Teaching Lab 1 : Movement I KINS 3302 Teaching Lab 2: Movement II KINS 3303 Teaching Lab 3: Movement III KINS 3304 Teaching Lab 4: Team Sports I KINS 3305 Teaching Lab 5: Team Sports II KINS 3306 Teaching Lab 6: Individual/Dual Activities I KINS 3307 Teaching Lab 7: Individual/Dual Activities II KINS 3308 Teaching Lab 8: Aquatics and Outdoor Education 1 KINS 4330 History and Philosophy of Kinesiology 3 ESCI 4340 Measurement & Evaluation in Health Science & Kinesiology 2 KINS 3321 Conducting Quality Health and Physical Education Programs 3 KINS 3342 Technology in Kinesiology 2 KINS 3343 PE & Health for Early Childhood Education 3 KINS 4342 PE & Health for Middle and Secondary School Students 3 HSCI 3410 Community Planning and Health Science 3 HSCI 3440 Introduction to Health Science Education 3 HSCI 4341 Instructional Strategies in Health Science 3 KINS 4300 Student Teaching 1 5 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 180 Augusta State University Catalog HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Minor in Health and Physical Education Courses Required as Specified Below: ESCI 321 IVIotor Behavior 3 ESCI 3220 Structural Behavior 3 ESCI 4340 Measurement and Evaluation 3 KINS 3321 Conducting Quality HPE Progranfis 3 KINS 3342 Technology in Kinesiology 2 KINS 4330 History & Philosophy of Kinesiology 3 Select two semester hours from KINS 3301 -3308 2 Total Hours for the Minor 1 8 HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Minor in Health and Physical Education Option in Exercise and Sport Science Courses Required as Specified Below: ESCI 3210 Motor Behavior 3 ESCI 3220 Structural Behavior 3 ESCI 3310 Behavioral Fitness 3 ESCI 3320 Fitness and Wellness Programming 3 ESCI 4220 Exercise Physiology 3 ESCI 4320 Adult Fitness and Rehabilitation 3 Total Hours for the Minor 1 8 HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Minor in Health and Physical Education Option in Health Science Courses Required as Specified Below: HSCI 341 Community Planning & Health Science 3 HSCI 431 1 Epidemiology 3 HSCI 4312 Biostatistics 3 HSCI 4313 Introduction to Health Care Delivery 3 HSCI 4330 Seminar on Contemporary Health Issues 3 Choose 3 semester hours from: HSCI 331 1 Introduction to Human Sexual Behavior 3 HSCI 3312 Introduction to Human Disease 3 Total Hours for the Minor 1 8 Augusta State University Cataiog 181 DEPARTMENT OF TEACHER DEVELOPMENT EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Education with a Major in Early Childhood Education Ck)re Curriculum Areas A-E for Non-Science Majors 42 AreaF 18 EDUC 2101 Historical & Philosophical Foundations of Education 3 EDUC 21 02 Human Development & Learning Theory 3 EDUC 2103 Educational Technology 3 KINS 2351 Health and Physical Education for Early Childhood 3 MUSE 2351 Kindergarten & Elementary Public School Music 3 ART 2351 Art Education, Teaching P-8 3 Major Concentration , 60 BLOCK 1 (15) ECED3121 Math 1- Pre K 3 ENGL 3320 Literature across the curriculum 3 ECED 3161 Management and Family Involvement 3 ECED3151 Early Childhood Curriculum 3 SPED 3171 Exceptional Children 3 BLOCK 2 (15) ECED 3212 Literacy 1 3 ECED 3252 Elementary Curriculum 3 ECED 3222 Math II - 3-5 3 ECED 3231 Science 1 3 ECED 3241 Social Studies 1 3 BLOCK 3 (15) MAT 4240 Math III - Mathematical Reasoning and Connections 3 ECED 4313 Literacy II 3 ECED 4332 Science II 3 ECED 4342 Social Studies II 3 ECED 4381 Integrated Creative Arts 3 BLOCK 4 (15) ECED 4491 Apprenticeship 12 ECED 4492 Seminar 3 Lab Experiences in Blocks 1 , 2, & 3 7 weeks class - 3 hrs. per week/per class 5 weeks lab - 6 hrs. per day. 5 days a week 3 weeks class - 3 hrs. per week/per class Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 182 Augusta State University Catalog MIDDLE GRADES EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Education with a Major in Middle Grades Education Core Curriculum Areas A-E for Non-Science Majors Area F EDUC 2101 Historical & Philosophical Foundations of Education EDUC 2102 Human Development & Learning Theory EDUC 2103 Educational Technology ART 2351 Art Education, Teaching P-8 or MUS 2351 Public School Music Additional hours in Arts & Sciences not taken in Areas A-E 42 18 Major Concentration Core Course (9) MGED 3111 MS Core l-Student/Teacher Roles MGED 3112 MS Core ll~Classroom MGED 3213 MS Core Ill-School Organization Content Specialization Courses (1 8) Choose two of the following sets: Language Arts MGED 3221 Middle Grades Language Arts ENGL 3810 Writing for Middle Grades ENGL 3330 Literature for Adolescents 60 Mathematics MGED 3231 Mathematics Education for Middle Grades 3 MATH 4261 Mathematics for Middle School Teachers I 3 MATH 4262 Mathematics for Middle School Teachers II 3 Social Studies MGED 3241 Social Studies Education for Middle Grades Two Courses from selected list of history and political science 3000-4000 level Science MGED 3251 Science Education for Middle Grades Two Courses from selected list of Biology, Chemistry, Physics 3000-4000 level Additional Content Courses (6) MGED 3222 MS Reading MGED 4160 The Creative Arts Augusta State University Cataiog 183 Take two of the following in content areas not identified as specialization: Learning in the Disciplines (6) MGED 3220 Language Arts 3 MGED 3230 Math 3 MGED 3240 Science 3 MGED 3250 Social Studies 3 Content Integration Courses (21) MGED 41 1 Teaching on an Integrated Team 3 MGED 41 1 1 Integrated Instruction in Middle School 3 MGED 4210 Apprenticeship & Seminar in Middle Grades 15 Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 SECONDARY EDUCATION P-12 Certification Programs Page 1. French 130 2. Spanish . 135 3. Music 108 9-12 Certification Programs 1 . Science Education 77, 81 , 85 2. English Education 127 3. History Education 118 4. Mathematics Education 142 5. Political Science Education 157 184 Augusta State University Catalog College of Business Administration The College of Business Administration offers both Bachelor of Business Administration degrees and the Master of Business Administration degree. Fully accredited by AACSB, the College of Business Administration schedules courses to albw students to earn their degrees by attending classes during either day or evening hours. Most students earning business degrees are working in the local community, and many of them are working full-time. The College of Business Administration maintains high quality programs while meeting the educational needs of Its current and potential student body. Our mission is to prepare students for career success by providing quality baccalaureate and master's level education in business disciplines. Our teaching helps students develop professional competence, enhance the quality of their lives, and appreciate the need for continuous learning and renewal. Our programs are managed to accommodate students who live and work in the greater Augusta metropolitan area. We engage in scholarship that strengthens classroom instruction and assists the community and the business professions. We provide service to the University in faculty governance, to the community through professional, civic, and charitable activities, and to the business professions through involvement in professional organizations and programs. The College of Business Administration is advised and supported by an advisory board chaired by Mr. H. M. Osteen, Jr., Retired Chairman of the Board, Banker's First. This group of local business leaders meets quarterly and serves as a bridge between the College and the community. Members in 1998-1999 were: Mr. Thomas M. Blanchard, Blanchard & Calhoun Mr. Dan Blanton, President and CEO, Georgia Bank & Trust Mr. Marshall Brown, J.C. Bradford & Co. Mr. David Burton, Business Advisor Mr. Roy F. Chalker, Jr., Chalker Publishing Company Mr. John T. Cosnahan, Administrative Partner, Baird and Company Mr. Larry DeMeyers, Business Advisor Mr. Edwin L Douglass, Jr., President, E.L.D., Inc. Ms. Linda Hardin, Manager, Augusta Mall Mr. Gary Jones, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co. Mr. Brian Marks, President, Augusta Sportswear Ms. Rosie Messer, President, Brandon Wilde Mr. Sam Nicholson, Attorney Mr. H. M. Osteen, Jr., Retired Chairman of the Board, Banker's First Judge Carlisle Overstreet Mr. William Paugh, President & CEO, St. Joseph Hospital Mr. Joe Pollock, President, Pollock Office Machine Company Augusta State University Cataiog 185 Ms. Martha Rice, AT&T Mr. Charlie Rivers, President, First Union Corporation of Georgia Mr. Abram J. Serotta, Managing Partner, Serotta, Maddocks, and Evans, CPA's Mr. Paul Simon, Riverfront Building Mr. Preston Sizemore, Sizennore Security International Mr. Tomnny Stone, Georgia Power Company Mr. Pat Tante, Community Relations Director, G. D. Searle & Co. Mr. William Thompson, President, SunTrust Bank Mr. Ray Walters, Koger-Watters Oil Co. Mr. James West, Metro Chamber of Commerce Members of the faculty of the College of Business Administration are as follows: Dean: Widener, J.K. Associate Dean: Bramblett, R.M. Graduate Studies: Bramblett, R.M., Director Assistant Dean: Lisko, M.K. Professor: Brannen, D.E.; Ibrahim, N.A.; Mobley, M.F. Associate Professor: Andrews, B. C; Bradley, M.P.; Bramblett, R.M.; Brauer, J.; Grayson, J.M.; Greene, J.D.; Jackson, P.Z.; Leightner, J.E.; Miller, J.R.; Schuttz, T.A.; Styron, W.J.; Ziobrowski, B.J. Assistant Professor: Lisko, M.K.; Sherrouse, M.T.; Fitch, J.L Instructor: Kirk, R. Prerequisites and Course Sequencing In order to provide a meaningful educational experience for our students, we require that students successfully complete the majority of their general education requirements prior to enrolling in any upper division business courses. The core curriculum provides general knowledge and skills in language, communication, quantitative techniques and analysis, and scientific techniques, as well as historical, social, political, and economic foundations upon which modern business is based. This background allows the student to study the specific business disciplines and to place them in appropriate context. In some cases specific courses are listed as prerequisites. If a course is listed specifically as a prerequisite. It must be successfully completed prior to enrolling in the course for which it is a prerequisite. The two courses may not be taken concurrently. A course rotational plan is available in the Undergraduate Advising Office so that business majors may best plan their courses in order to make the most efficient use of their time in the classroom. It is important that the students' major courses be taken during both the junior and senior years. Although all major courses are offered regularly, they may not be offered each semester during both day and evening hours. For this reason, it is important to learn which courses are required and to note their scheduling patterns. Failure to take a course when it is offered, withdrawing from, or failing a course will most likely lead to delays in the graduation process. 186 Augusta State University Catalog BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION A student pursing a business administration curriculum may choose an area of major concentration from one of the following: Accounting, Finance, Management, or Marketing. All courses listed below cany 3 semester hours of credit, except as noted. No more than three of the Junior/Senior Common Courses and no more than two of the Major Emphasis courses may be transferred from another institution into the BBA Program. Core Requirements Since the core cumculum (Areas A,B,C,D,E, and F) is preparatory, the student must take these courses during the freshman and sophomore years. Area A 9 ENGL 1101 and ENG 1102 MATH 1101 or MATH 1111 AreaB 4 Humanities (2 hours extra from Area C) COMS 1010 AreaC 6 HUMN 2001 and 2002 AreaD 11 or 12 Two lab sciences (does not have to be sequence) (extra hour to electives) One additional math or science (MATH 1220 Applied Calculus must be taken as an elective If not taken in Area D.) Area E 12 POLS 1101 HIST 21 11 or HIST 21 12 PSYC 1 1 01 or SOC1 1 1 01 or ECON 1 81 or ANTH 201 1 One additional social science Augusta State University Catalog 187 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in Accounting Core Curriculum Areas A-E (See p.68) 42 Core Curriculum Area F (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses unless noted) 1 8 ACCT 2101 Principles of Accounting I (Grade of B or better needed) ACCT 2102 Principles of Accounting II (Grade of B or better needed) ECON 21 06 Microeconomics ECON 21 05 Macroeconomics MINF 2201 Microcomputer Applications MGMT 2106 Legal & Ethical Environment of Business Junior/Senior Common Courses 30 (Grade of C or better is required in all Junior/Senior level courses) FINC 3400 Corporate Finance MATH 31 10 Statistical Analysis for Business MGMT 3500 Management Theory & Practice COMC 3100 Communication for Professionals MKTG 3700 Principles of Marketing QUAN 3600 Operations Management BUSA 4200 International Business MGMT 4500 Human Resource Management ACCT 4350 Accounting Information Systems MGMT 4580 Strategic Management Major Emphasis 21 ACCT 331 1 Financial Accounting Theory I ACCT 3312 Financial Accounting Theory II ACCT 3321 Cost Accounting ACCT 3331 Federal Income Taxation ACCT 4360 Auditing Select two of the following courses: ACCT 4322 Cost Management ACCT 4370 Advanced Accounting ACCT 4332 Advanced Federal Income Tax ACCT 4380 Governmental & Institutional Accounting ACCT 4950 Selected Topics in Accounting Electives 9 Must include MATH 1220 if not taken in Area D. No more than 6 hours can be taken within the CoBA. Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 188 Augusta State University Catalog BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Bachelor of Business Administration witli a l\/lajor in Finance Core Curriculum Areas A-E (See p. 68) 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 (Grade of C or better is required in these courses) ACCT 2101 Principles of Accounting I ACCT 2102 Principles of Accounting II ECON 2106 Microeconomics ECON 2105 Macroeconomics MINF 2201 Microcomputer Applications MGMT 2106 Legal & Ethical Environment of Business Junior/Senior Common Courses 30 (Grade of C or better is required in all Junior/Senior level courses) FINC 3400 Corporate Finance MATH 31 1 Statistical Analysis for Business MGMT 3500 Management Theory & Practice COMC 3100 Communication for Professionals MKTG 3700 Principles of Marketing QUAN 3600 Operations Management BUS A 4200 International Business MGMT 4500 Human Resource Management MINF 3650 Management Information Systems MGMT 4580 Strategic Management Major Emphasis 21 FINC 4410 Advanced Corporate Finance FINC 4421 Investments & Market Analysis FINC 4420 Financial Markets & Institutions Select four of the following courses: FINC 4422 Portfolio Theory & Management FINC 3410 Risk Management & Insurance FINC 3420 Real Estate FINC 4950 Selected Topics in Finance ECON 4820 International Economics & Finance MKTG 3730 Salesmanship & Sales Management Electives 9 Must include MATH 1220 if not taken in Area D. No more than 6 hours can be taken within the CoBA. Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 Augusta State University Cataiog 189 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in IVIanagement Core Curriculum Areas A-E (See p. 68) 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) ACCT 2101 Principles of Accounting I ACCT 2102 Principles of Accounting II ECON 2106 Microeconomics ECON 2105 Macroeconomics MINF 2201 Microcomputer Applications MGMT 2106 Legal & Ethical Environment of Business Junior/Senior Common Courses 30 (Grade of C or better is required in all Junior/Senior level courses) FINC 3400 Corporate Finance MATH 31 10 Statistical Analysis for Business MGMT 3500 Management Theory & Practice COMC 31 00 Communication for Professionals ^ ' MKTG 3700 Principles of Marketing QUAN 3600 Operations Management BUSA 4200 Intemational Business MGMT 4500 Human Resource Management MINF 3650 Management Information System MGMT 4580 Strategic Management Major Emphasis 21 MGMT 4550 Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management MGMT 3510 Organization Behavior QUAN 4610 Production Management Select four of the following courses: MGMT 4520 Industrial Relations & Collective Bargaining MGMT 4530 Compensation Administration MGMT 4540 Personnel Selection & Development MGMT 4950 Selected Topics in Management MKTG 4740 Marketing Research QUAN 4620 Spreadsheet Modeling & Decision Analysis QUAN 4630 Operations Management Systems Electives 9 Must include MATH 1220 if not taken in Area D. No more than 6 hours can be taken within the CoBA .Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 125 190 Augusta State University Catalog BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in Marlceting Core Curriculum Areas A-E (See p. 68) 42 Core Curriculum Area F 18 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) ACCT 21 01 Principles of Accounting I ACCT 2102 Principles of Accounting II ECON2106 Microeconomics ECON2105 Macroeconomics MINF 2201 Microcomputer Applications MGMT 2106 Legal & Ethical Environment of Business Junior/Senior Common Courses 30 (Grade of C or better is required in all Junior/Senior level courses ) FINC 3400 Corporate Finance MATH 31 1 Statistical Analysis for Business MGMT 3500 Management Theory & Practice COMC 3100 Communication for Professionals MKTG 3700 Principles of Marketing QUAN 3600 Operations Management BUS A 4200 International Business MGMT 4500 Human Resource Management MINF 3650 Management Information Systems MGMT 4580 Strategic Management Major Emphasis 21 MKTG 3710 Buyer Behavior MKTG 4740 Marketing Research MKTG 4750 Marketing Planning & Strategy Select four of the following courses: MKTG 3720 Retail Management MKTG 4770 Product Innovation & Product Management MKTG 3730 Salesmanship & Sales Management MKTG 4780 Advertising & Promotion Management\ MKTG 4950 Selected Topics in Marketing MGMT 4550 Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management Electives 9 Must include MATH 1220 if not taken in Area D. No more than 6 hours can be taken within the CoBA. Physical Education 5 Total Hours for the Degree 1 25 Augusta State University Catalog 191 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Minors In the College of Business Administration Accounting Minor Lower Division Courses 6 ACCT 21 01 Principles of Accounting I (Grade of B or better needed) ACCT 2102 Principles of Accounting II (Grade of B or better needed) Upper Division Courses 12 (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) ACCT 331 1 Financial Accounting Theory I Select three of the following courses: ' ACCT 3312 Financial Accounting Theory II ACCT 4350 Accounting Information Systems ACCT 3321 Cost Accounting ACCT 3331 Federal Income Taxation ACCT 4380 Governmental & Institutional Accounting Business Administration Minor (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) Lower Division Courses 9 ACCT 2101 Principles of Accounting I ECON 1 81 or ECON 21 06 or ECON 21 05 Introduction to Economics Microeconomics Macroeconomics FINC 1410 or MGMT 2106 Personal Finance Legal & Ethical Environment of Business Upper Division Courses ' 9 BUSA 4200 International Business MGMT 3500 Management Theory & Practice MKTG 3700 Principles of Marketing (MGMT 3500 and MKTG 3700 are prerequisite to BUSA 4200) Economics Minor (Grade of C or better is required in all these courses) Lower Division Courses 6 ECON 2106 Microeconomics ECON 2105 Macroeconomics Upper Division Courses 12 ECON 4810 Economic Development of the U.S. ECON 4820 International Economics & Finance Select two of the following courses: POLS 2401 Introduction to Global Issues POLS 4101 State Government POLS 4201 Urban Policy Analysis POLS 4902 World Politics POLS 4701 Governments of Developing Nations POLS 4903 International Law & Organizations PSYC 3170 Consumer Behavior 192 Augusta State University Catalog AUGUSTA STATE UNIVERSITY GRADUATE PROGRAMS Augusta State University Catalog 193 Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts and Sciences POLITICAL SCIENCE Master of Public Administration Degree The Master of Public Administration degree is designed to help prepare an individual for career service in national, state or local government; in regional planning agencies, and in non-profit or voluntary organizations. It is a two-year program of study which encourages post-baccalaureate students to utilize their liberal arts education as a foundation upon which to build organizational and managerial skills which are highly valued in the public sector. Admissions Procedures and Requirements: The Department of Political Science will provide written materials and answer inquiries about the Master of Public Administration program, but application must be made through the Augusta State University Office of Admissions. The process begins when a candidate submits the application for admission. Thereafter, the applicant assembles materials for a portfolio which is opened for him or her in the Admissions Office. The applicant is responsible for having the following materials placed in the portfolio: 1. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended by the applicant. The applicant must have completed requirements for the bachelor's degree in a regionally accredited college or university. Admission to the program targets a minimum grade average equivalent to 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. 2. Official scores on the Graduate Record Examination. A minimum score of 400 on each subtest (verbal, quantitative, and analytical) is targeted, with at least two of the three subtests having scores of at least 450. The GRE scores must be recent (applicant having taken the Graduate Record Examination within the last five years). 3. Two letters of recommendation. The letters of recommendation should come from persons familiar with the applicant's academic and/or employment experience. 4. A current resume. 5. Medical History Form (available from Admissions Office) When the portfolio is completed, the applicant's record will be sent to the Director of the MPA Program in the Department of Political Science for review. Those applicants who have at least a 3.0 undergraduate grade average and are awaiting their scores on the Graduate Record Examination may enter into a contract with 194 Augusta State University Catalog the MPA Program which states that they are provisionally accepted until such time as the portfolio is completed. Provisionally accepted students may take one course. If a student's completed application is subsequently accepted, the course will count toward his or her degree requirements. Academic and Professional Standards: An average of B is required for all courses attempted in the program. There is a time limit for completion of the degree. Only the course work earned within the six calendar years before the final completion of degree requirements will apply toward graduation. The program of study is 36 semester credit hours. Of the 36 hours, 24 hours (eight courses) constitute the core requirements. The remaining hours are selected from among the elective offerings, culminating in a capstone course of 3 semester hours. Prerequisites: For the applicant who has insufficient academic preparation in political science, enrollment in an American government course is a requirement. The prerequisite can be satisfied by taking POLS 1 1 01 . Before enrolling in either PA 6500 or 6600, computer literacy must be demonstrated. Computer literacy can be determined by having taken computer science or information management courses as an undergraduate. Internship: An internship experience is required by the MPA program for those students who lack a significant professional work background. For those who are working in a public or non-profit agency at the time of their enrollment in the MPA program, a separate internship program is not required. The student will utilize his or her professional work experience as the basis for completing the thesis/capstone paper. Students who have never worked in a public agency or non-profit organization will be matched with an appropriate organization for a six- month internship. This internship is the basis for the student's thesis/capstone paper. Thesis/Capstone Paper: The purpose of the thesis/capstone paper is to have the student demonstrate his or her ability to apply the knowledge acquired in the two years of study to an actual work setting and to utilize skills of observation and analysis as demonstrated in a formal paper. Comprehensive Examination: The comprehensive examination is designed to measure the candidate's knowledge of and competency in the field of public administration. This oral examination is scheduled after the student has taken all core curriculum courses and has completed at least nine of the twelve courses required for graduation. Summary Track #1 : MPA students who are working full time in a public sector agency, or those who have had significant public agency experience and have had the internship requirement waived. Core Curriculum 24 hrs Elective 9 hrs Thesis 3 hrs TOTAL 36 hrs Augusta State University Catalog 195 Track #2: MPA students who have had no public agency experience and who are undertaking the internship experience. Core Curriculum 24 hrs Electives 6 hrs Directed Reading/Internship 3 hrs Thesis 3 hrs TOTAL 36 hrs Core Curriculum Required Courses (core curriculum of eight courses) 24 PADM 6000 History, Scope and Practice of Public Administration 3 PADM 61 00 Public Organization Theory and Behavior 3 PADM 6200 Management of Human Resources in the Public Sector 3 PADM 6300 Public Budgeting 3 PADM 6400 Ethics and Current Issues in Public Administration 3 PADM 6500 Research Methods in Public Administration 3 PADM 6600 Quantitative Methods in Public Administration 3 PADM 6700 Urban Government Administration and Policy Analysis 3 or PADM 6800 State Government Administration and Policy Analysis 3 Electives 9 PADM 6040/SOCI 6040 Urban Social Problems 3 PADM 6050 Seminar in American Government, with emphasis on Constitutional law and Public law/administrative law 3 PADM 6150 Seminar in American Government, with emphasis on Political Institutions 3 PADM 6250 Planning Resources and Administration 3 PADM 6350 Public Sector Fiscal Administration 3 PADM 6450 Public Health Administration 3 PADM 6550 Social Agencies and Services 3 PADM 6650 Intergovernmental Relations 3 PADM 6700 Urban Government Administration and Policy Analysis 3 or PADM 6800 State Government or PADM 6700 Urban Administration and Policy Analysis 3 PADM 6750 Public Program Evaluation 3 PADM 6850 Intergovernmental Relations 3 PADM 6900 Internship in Public Administration 3 PADM 6950 Selected Topics in Public Administration 3 PADM 7000 Directed Reading/Internship 3 PADM 7050 Thesis (Capstone Course) 3 3 Total Hours for the MPA Program 36 196 Augusta State University Catalog PSYCHOLOGY Master of Science Degree in Psychology The graduate program in psychology at Augusta State University provides intensive master's degree level education and training, with most students selecting an applied track which emphasizes clinical and counseling psychology. The program can also provide preparation for further graduate education or, for a limited number of students, the opportunity to pursue specific interests in experimental psychology. Unlil Q. Q. ^ CD (fi (fi J3 CD JD C CD cn CD Q.