Northwest Vista College 2009-2010 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Programs and Courses
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Social Sciences
ANTH 2301 - Physical Anthropology
Students will study humanity from a biological perspective. The course will examine the following topics: the human skeleton and forensic methods, human genetics, a survey of world primates, and the fossil evidence of human evolution.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0301.51 25
ANTH 2302 - Archaeology
Introduction to methods, theories, and techniques used by archaeologists to reconstruct prehistoric and historic cultures. It will examine case studies from various archaeological sites around the world. Activities may include hands-on instruction on excavation techniques, various artifact analyses, mapping procedures, and field trips to local archaeological sites.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0301.51 25
ANTH 2346 - General Anthropology
Study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions. Introduces the major subfields of anthropology: physical anthropology, cultural anthropology, archaeology, and linguistics.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0201.51 25
ANTH 2351 - Cultural Anthropology
Key concepts, methods and theory in the study of cultural diversity, social institutions, linguistics, and culture change among world peoples.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0201.53 25
CDEC 1313 - Curriculum Resources for Early Childhood Programs
A study of the fundamentals of curriculum design and implementation in developmentally appropriate programs for children.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 19.0709
CDEC 1359 - Children with Special Needs
A survey of information regarding children with special needs including possible causes and characteristics of exceptionalities, intervention strategies, available resources, referral processes, the advocacy role, and legislative issues.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 19.0709
CDEC 2307 - Math and Science for Early Childhood
An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching children math and science concepts and process skills through discovery and play.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 19.0709
CDEC 2341 - The School Age Child
A study of appropriate programs for the school age child (5 to 13 years), including an overview of development, appropriate environments, materials, and activities and teaching/guidance techniques.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 19.0709
COMM 1307 - Introduction to Mass Communications
Survey of the media by which entertainment and information messages are delivered. Includes an overview of the traditional mass media: their functions, structures, supports, and influences.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 09.0102.51 06
COMM 2311 - News Gathering and Writing I
Prerequisites: COMM 1307 and ENGL 1301
Fundamentals of writing news for the mass media. Includes instruction in methods and techniques for gathering, processing, and delivering news in a professional manner
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -3)
CIP: 09.0401.57 06
COMM 2327 - Introduction to Advertising
Prerequisites: COMM 1307
Fundamentals of advertising including marketing theory and strategy, copy writing, design, selection of media and analysis.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 09.0903.51 06
COMM 2339 - Writing for Radio, Television, Film
Introduction to basic script formats, terminology, and writing techniques, including the writing of commercials, public service announcements, promotions, news, documentary, and fictional materials.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 09.0402.51 06
COMM 2366 - Introduction to Film
Cross-Listed With: DRAM 2366
Emphasis on the analysis of the visual and aural aspects of selected motion pictures, dramatic aspects of narrative films, and historical growth and sociological effect of film as an art.
Semester Hours: (3- 2 -2)
CIP: 50.0602.51 26
COSC 1300 - Computer Literacy
The student is introduced to the effect of computers on society, the history and use of computers, computer applications in various segments of society, programming concepts, and hardware and software terminology. Exact topics may be varied to reflect emerging technological changes. Includes exercises in productivity software tools such as word processing, spreadsheets, database management, presentation graphics, and web browsing. Course not intended for Computer Science majors.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -1)
CIP: 11.0101.51 07
CRIJ 1301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
History, philosophy and ethical considerations of criminal justice; the nature and impact of crime; and an overview of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement and court procedures.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 43.0104.51 24
CRIJ 1306 - Court Systems and Practices
Prerequisites: It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.
Study of the judiciary in the American criminal justice system and the adjudication processes and procedures.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 22.0101.54 24
CRIJ 1310 - Fundamentals of Criminal Law
Prerequisites: It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.
Study of criminal law, philosophical and historical development, major definitions and concepts, classifications and elements of crime, penalties using Texas Statutes as illustrations, and criminal responsibility.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 22.0101.53 24
CRIJ 2313 - Correctional Systems and Practices
Prerequisites: It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.
Corrections in the criminal justice system; organization of correctional systems; correctional role; institutional operations; alternatives to institutionalization; treatment and rehabilitation; current and future issues.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 43.0104.54 24
CRIJ 2314 - Criminal Investigation
Prerequisites: It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.
Investigative theory; collection and preservation of evidence; sources of information; interview and interrogation; uses of forensic sciences; case and trial preparation.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 43.0104.55 24
CRIJ 2328 - Police Systems and Practices
Prerequisites: It is recommended that CRIJ 1301 be taken prior to enrolling in this course.
The police profession; organization of law enforcements systems; the police role; police discretion; ethics; police-community interaction; current and future issues.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 43.0104.57 24
EDTC 1305 - Reading Problems
This course provides an introduction to effective methods of identifying and correcting various reading difficulties. Emphasis on the effect of reading difficulties on reading ability and the various techniques recommended for correcting each difficulty and the use of strategic approaches to the teaching of reading. Topics include the importance of direct instruction and motivational learning activities with abundant practice in the act of reading.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
EDTC 1307 - Introduction to Teaching Reading
General principles of reading instruction. Topics include emergent literacy, reading readiness, reading instruction, literacy-based environments, and a review of varied materials and techniques for teaching reading.
Semester Hours: (2- 1 -13)
CIP: 13.1501
EDTC 1311 - Instructional Practices and Effective Learning Environments
General principles for selecting developmentally appropriate strategies in core curriculum areas and planning the classroom environment. Topics address methods for supporting instructional planning and implementation of educational goals. Exploration of teamwork skills and methods for providing instructional accommodations and modifications.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 13.1501
EDTC 1312 - Bilingual Education
An overview of bilingual education. Topics include awareness of cultural diversity, assessment strategies, teaching techniques, instructional activity development, and historical/philosophical concepts of bilingual/bicultural education.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
EDTC 1313 - Educational Software and Technology
Introduction to the use of educational software, instructional applications, and technology in the educational setting. Evaluate the use of technology for guided practice and self-paced student remediation.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 13.1501
EDTC 1321 - Bilingual Education
An overview of bilingual education. Topics include awareness of cultural diversity, assessment strategies, teaching techniques, instructional activity development, and historical/philosophical concepts of bilingual/bicultural education.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 13.0201
EDTC 1325 - Multicultural Education
An examination of cultural diversity found in society and reflected in the classroom. Topics include the study of major cultures and their influence on lifestyle, behavior, learning, intercultural communication and teaching, as well as psychosocial stressors encountered by diverse cultural groups.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 13.0201
EDTC 1364 - Practicum (or Field Experience) - Teacher Assistant/Aide
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.
Semester Hours: (3- 0 -21)
CIP: 13.1501
EDTC 2317 - Guiding Student Behavior
Developmentally appropriate direct and indirect guidance techniques for use in various school environments. Includes identification of causes of inappropriate behavior, establishing and managing routines, the environments role in promoting positive behavior, promoting self-esteem negotiation/conflict resolution strategies, and enhancing positive self-direction. Emphasizes implementation of a behavior management plan.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 13.1501
EDUC 1301 - Introduction to the Teaching Profession
An enriched, integrated pre-service course and content experience that: 1) provides active recruitment and institutional support of students interested in a teaching career, especially in high need fields; 2) provides students with opportunities to participate in early field observations at all levels of P-12 schools with varied and diverse student populations; 3) provides students with support from college and school faculty, preferably in small cohort groups, for the purpose of introduction to and analysis of the culture of schooling and classrooms; 4) course content should be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards; and 5) course must include a minimum of 16 contact hours of field experience in P-12 classrooms.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -1)
CIP: 13.0101.51 09
EDUC 2301 - Special Populations
Prerequisites: EDUC 1301
An enriched, integrated pre-service course and content experience that: 1) provides an overview of schooling and classrooms from the perspectives of language, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnic and academic diversity, and equity with an emphasis on factors that facilitate learning; 2) provides students with opportunities to participate in early field observations of P-12 special populations; 3) course content should be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards; 4) course must include a minimum of 16 contact hours of field experience in P-12 classrooms with special populations
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -1)
CIP: 13.1001.51 09
FREN 1411 - Elementary French I
Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the French language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Language lab is required.
Semester Hours: (4- 4 -1)
CIP: 16.0901.51 13
FREN 1412 - Elementary French II
Prerequisites: FREN 1411, departmental approval, or placement exam.
Introductory course that presents the fundamentals of the French language and culture in order to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. This course is a continuation of FREN 1411. A language lab is required.
Semester Hours: (4- 4 -1)
CIP: 16.0901.51 13
FREN 2311 - Intermediate French I
Prerequisites: FREN 1412, departmental approval, or placement exam.
This course is a continuation of FREN 1412. It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of French culture and civilization.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 16.0901.52 13
FREN 2312 - Intermediate French II
Prerequisites: FREN 2311, departmental approval, or placement exam.
This course is a continuation of FREN 2311. It provides additional development of language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Short literary selections are introduced in a context of French culture and literature.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 16.0901.52 13
GEOG 1301 - Physical Geography
Introduction to the concepts which provide a foundation for continued study of geography. Includes the different elements of natural environment as related to human activities and map concepts with an emphasis on physical geography.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0701.51 25
GEOG 1302 - Cultural Geography
Introduction to the study of culture and the patterns of human organization and distribution.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0701.51 25
GEOG 1303 - World Regional Geography
Study major world regions with emphasis on prevailing conditions and developments, including emerging conditions and trends, and the awareness of diversity of ideas and practices to be found in those regions. Course content may include one or more regions.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0701.53 25
GEOG 1304 - Geography of Middle America
Study of the Middle America region with emphasis on prevailing conditions and developments, including emerging conditions and trends, and the awareness of diversity of ideas and practices to be found in that region.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0701.53 25
GEOG 1305 - Geography of North America
Study of the North America region with emphasis on prevailing conditions and developments, including emerging conditions and trends, and the awareness of diversity of ideas and practices to be found in that region.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0701.53 25
GEOG 2312 - Economic Geography and Global Issues
Cross-Listed With: ECON 2311
This course examines the history and theory of international trade and global economic development. Economic, social, cultural, and political issues which impact the global economy and basic human welfare are studied.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0701.52 25
GEOG 2389 - Academic Cooperative
An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on experience in geography. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of human social behavior and/or social institutions.
Semester Hours: (3- 1 -8)
CIP: 45.0101.51 25
PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy
Introduction to the study of ideas and their logical structure, including arguments and investigations about abstract and real phenomena. Includes introduction to the history, theories, and methods of reasoning.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 38.0101.51 12
PHIL 1304 - Introduction to World Religions
A comparative study of various world religions.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 38.0201.52 12
PHIL 2303 - Introduction to Logic
Nature and methods of clear and critical thinking and methods of reasoning such as deduction, induction, scientific reasoning, and fallacies.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 38.0101.52 12
PHIL 2306 - Introduction to Ethics
Classical and contemporary theories concerning the good life, human conduct in society, and moral and ethical standards.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 38.0101.53 12
PHIL 2307 - Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy
Critical examination of the major theories concerning the organization of societies and government.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 38.0101.54 12
PSYC 2301 - General Psychology
Survey of major topics in psychology. Introduces the study of behavior and the factors that determine and affect behavior and mental processes.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 42.0101.51 25
PSYC 2306 - Human Sexuality
Study of the psychological, sociological, and physiological aspects of human sexuality.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 42.0101.53 25
PSYC 2308 - Child Psychology
Study of the relationship of the physical, emotional, behavioral, cognitive, perceptual, and social factors of growth and development during childhood.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 42.0701.51 25
PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development
Prerequisites: PSYC 2301
Study of the relationship of the physical, emotional, social and mental factors of growth and development of the individual throughout the lifespan.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 42.0701.51 25
PSYC 2316 - Psychology of Personality
Prerequisites: PSYC 2301
Study of various approaches to determinants, development, and assessment of personality.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 42.0101.57 25
PSYC 2317 - Statistical Methods in Psychology
Prerequisites: MATH 1314 or equivalent; PSYC 2301
Study of statistical methods used in psychological research, assessment, and testing. Includes the study of measures of central tendency and variability, statistical inference, correlation and regression as these apply to psychology.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 42.0101.52 25
PSYC 2319 - Social Psychology
Study of individual behavior within the social environment. May include topics such as the socio-psychological process, attitude formation and change, interpersonal relations, and group processes.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 42.1601.51 25
PSYC 2371 - Abnormal Psychology
Prerequisites: PSYC 2301
Study of the symptoms, etiology and treatment procedures of common functional and organic mental disorders and the psychological process involved.
Unique Need Course: Check with your transfer institution to verify acceptance of courses.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 42.1001.71 25
PSYC 2389 - Academic Cooperative
This instructional program is designed to integrate on-campus study with practical, hands-on experience in psychology. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of human social behavior and/or social institutions.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -4)
CIP: 45.0101.51 25
SOCI 1301 - Introductory Sociology
Introduction to the concepts and principles used in the study of group life, social institutions, and social processes.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.1101.51 25
SOCI 1306 - Social Problems
Cross-Listed With: IDST 2371
Application of sociological principles to the major problems of contemporary society, such as inequality, crime and violence, substance abuse, deviance, or family problems.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.1101.52 25
SOCI 2301 - Marriage and the Family
Cross-Listed With: IDST 2370
Sociological examination of marriage and family life. Problems of courtship, mate selection, and marriage adjustment in modern American society.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.1101.54 25
SOCI 2319 - Minority Studies I
Historical, economic, social, and cultural development of minority groups. May include African-American, Mexican American, Asian American, and Native American issues.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.1101.53 25
SOCI 2389 - Academic Cooperative
An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical hands-on experience in sociology. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of human social behavior and/or social institutions.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 45.0101.51 25
SPCH 1311 - Introduction to Speech Communication
This course focuses on theories and practice of communication in interpersonal, small group and public speech. Students learn about communication theory, improve skills in communication with others, and make formal oral presentations.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 23.1001.51 12
SPCH 1315 - Public Speaking
This course focuses on research, composition, organization, delivery, and analysis of speeches for various purposes and occasions. This course is designed for students who want to improve skills in public speaking. Emphasis is on critical thinking and refining techniques of speaking.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 23.1001.53 12
SPCH 1321 - Business and Professional Communication
This course focuses on the application of theories and practice of speech communication as applied to business and professional situations. Students learn the fundamental techniques of business and professional presentations, including organizational and other types of communication used in business settings. Emphasis is on critical thinking, nonverbal communication, listening skills, interviewing, group processes and formal presentations in an organizational environment.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 23.1001.52 12
TECA 1354 - Child Growth and Development
Cross-Listed With: CDEC 1354
A study of the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive factors impacting growth and development of children through adolescence.
Semester Hours: (3- 3 -0)
CIP: 13.1202.52 09
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