Course Directory

College Read Study Skills

Develops reading, writing, research, and study skills needed at the college level. Intended for underclass students only. Emphasizes application of these skills to courses students are studying. No prerequisite. Each semester.

CU Trans: Exploration 1

The goal of Explorations is to help students stay in college and develop permanent ties with Clarion University through curricular and co-curricular programming that: cements students' and families's commitment to Clarion University; forges positive," and active relationships among students, and among students, faculty and staff; guides family members as they support their students during transition from home to college and from college to work; ensures that students are informed self advocates who accept personal responsibility for their education; and engages students in productive co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.

CU Trans: Exploration 2

The goal of Explorations is to help students stay in college and develop permanent ties with Clarion University through curricular and co-curricular programming that: cements students' and families's commitment to Clarion University; forges positive," and active relationships among students, and among students, faculty and staff; guides family members as they support their students during transition from home to college and from college to work; ensures that students are informed self advocates who accept personal responsibility for their education; and engages students in productive co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.

CU Trans: First Year Experienc

A co-curricular offering for first-year students. Intended to acquaint students with many aspects and resources of Clarion University. Students will explore and understand themselves interacting in a higher-education environment, identify and utilize campus resources and develop strategies to facilitate learning. The intent is to forge positive active relationships among students, faculty, and staff, help students be informed self-advocates, and engage in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, which will enhance personal growth and education.|

The Student In The Univ

This course is desinged to (1) enable freshman students to explore and understand themselves as developing adults interacting in a higher education environment; (2) identify and/or utilize campus and community resources that will enhance their academ,ic program; (3) develop strategies to facilitate the learning process; and (4) apply those strategies in a practical manner in order to build upon a resource base for academic skill transference. Note: This course is designed for freshman students o,nly and is a general elective under personal development and life skills. Each semester.

Career Explor & Plan

Focuses on the career planning process that involves: (a) career awareness--students learn to examine the world of work and the occupational alternatives available; (b) self study--students learn to examine their own personalities, interests, needs,achievements, abilities, and values when developing a personal career plan; and (c) career decision-making--students learn to practice the skills necessary to make prudent occupational choices and set realistic goals.

Stu Serv & Civic Engagement

This is a class for students interested in enhancing their connection to both the university and greater community by promoting the values of service and civic involvement. Using a service-learning design, students will be developing their prevocational skills and personal values through volunteer activities in leadership positions in Recognized Student Organizations (R.S.O.'s) within the university and greater community. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.

Prof Dev: Ldrshp & Life Skills

AE 361 Transitions Professional Development (Leadership/Life Skills) is a .5 credit co-curricular course targeted to juniors and seniors. Its primary goal is to ensure that Clarion students have the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to be successful in experiential learning situations, the job search, the graduate/professional school admissions process, and the workplace. Prerequisite: JR or SR standing|

Prof Dev: Job Srch/Grad Sch Pl

AE 362 Transitions Professional Development (Job Search/Graduate School Planning) is a .5 credit co-curricular course targeted to juniors and seniors. Its primary goal is to ensure that Clarion students have the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to be successful in experiential learning situations, the job search, the graduate/professional school admissions process, and the workplace. Prerequisite: Jr. or Sr. Standing|

Medical Terminology

Medical Terminology teaches health care students the principles of medical word building that supports the development of an extensive medical vocabulary. Specific areas of study include components of medical terms, medical abbreviations, specialized terminology related to body systems and related pathology, diagnostic examinations, clinical and laboratory procedures, oncology, and pharmacology. Students will apply their knowledge of medical terminology principles to develop effective writtenand verbal communication skills relative to health care and to interpret medical documents and reports.

Introduction to Health Care

This course will familiarize students with health care organizations, the health care system, and the clinical environment in relationship to the student's role as a future health care practitioner. Topics will include the structure, organization, and function of hospital systems and staff; documentation and medical records; professional development and professionalism; the role and function of professional societies and membership; safety and emergency response; body mechanics; HIPAA; infectio,n control; communication in the health care environment in relationship to continuum of care; ethical and legal responsibilities of health care practitioners; current trends in health care; and employment opportunities for health care professionals.

Allied Health Clinical I

Within the Associate of Science in Allied Health degree program, AH 290 will facilitate transference of a block of 1 to 15 credits for completion of a formal, accredited clinical educational program in a health profession that is recognized by the American Medical Association. The clinical program of study must entail a minimum of 450 contact hours.

Allied Health Clinical II

Within the Associate of Science in Allied Health degree program, AH 299 will facilitate transference of a block of 1 to 15 credits for completion of a formal, accredited clinical educational program in a health profession that is recognized by the American Medical Association. The clinical program of study must entail a minimum of 450 contact hours.

Allied Health Clinical III

Within the Associate of Science in Allied Health degree program, AH 300 will facilitate transference of a block of 1 to 15 credits for completion of a formal, accredited clinical educational program in a health profession that is recognized by the American Medical Association. The clinical program of study must entail a minimum of 450 contact hours.

Allied Health Clinical IV

Within the Associate of Science in Allied Health degree program, AH 310 will facilitate transference of a block of 1 to 15 credits for completion of a formal, accredited clinical educational program in a health profession that is recognized by the American Medical Association. The clinical program of study must entail a minimum of 450 contact hours.

Allied Health Clinical VII

Within the Department of Allied Health, AH 400 will facilitate transference of a block of 1 to 15 credits for completion of a formal, accredited clinical educational program in a health profession that is recognized by the American Medical Association. The clinical program of study must entail a minimum of 450 contact hours.

Allied Health Leader Capstone

Exploration and execution of health care leadership and management concepts and health care information literacy practices in relation to health care clinical environments. Students will apply knowledge and skills acquired in their college and clini,"cal experiences to reflect on ""real world"" health care leadrship situations and challenges. A review of health care information literacy practices will aid students in locating, evaluating, and using scholarly healthcare literature that will informtheir functioning as entry-level health care leaders. Prerequisite(s): 1) In final year of a baccalaureate-level health care program in the Department of Allied Health and, 2) completion or near completion of an allied health clinical program.|

Allied Health Clinical VIII

Within the Department of Allied Health, AH 410 will facilitate transference of a block of 1 to 15 credits for completion of a formal, accredited clinical educational program in a health profession that is recognized by the American Medical Association. The clinical program of study must entail a minimum of 450 contact hours.

Allied Health Clinical IX

Within the Department of Allied Health, AH 420 will facilitate transference of a block of 1 to 15 credits for completion of a formal, accredited clinical educational program in a health profession that is recognized by the American Medical Association. The clinical program of study must entail a minimum of 450 contact hours.

Humans And Culture

Introduces students to the nature of humanity and the human condition by exploring contemporary and past societies. Applies the four-field approach, emphasizing human diversity, origins of humans and culture, language, and archaeology. Each semester.

Intro To Bioanthropology

Surveys the human species in time, place, and culture, and investigates factors underlying human variation. Prerequisite: ANTH 211, or one semester in Biology. Alternate years.

Prin Human Ecology

Examines the functional interrelationships of humankind and the biophysical environment. No prerequisite. Alternate years.

Women And Culture

Introduces the study of the lives of women in cross-cultural perspective. Explores gender issues including sexual division of labor, inequality, changing position of women in families, and the role of women in development. Alternate years.

Intro to Archaeology

Introduces students to theory and methods used in archaeological inquiry. Explores the history of archaeology, key researchers in the field, and important discoveries.

Buried Cities & Lost Civ

Introduces students to archaeology and to what archaeologists do. Provides a long-term perspective on human history starting with the first archaeological sites over 2.5 million years old. Addresses some of the more popular theories about the prehist,oric human past. Alternate years.

Intro To Amer Folklore

Introduces the major genres of American folklore: legend, tale, folk belief, song and ballad, and material folk culture; and various folk groups in America: occupational, gender, ethnic, age, regional, and their traditions. Analyzes examples of American literature and American popular culture through an examination of their American folk elements. Provides students with fieldwork experiences and methods of analysis of oral, customary, and material traditions. No prerequisite. Fall, annually.

Peoples & Cult Of Latin Amer

Introduces the rich variety of ethnic groups and cultures of contemorary Latin America, including Central and South America. Topics will include social structures, economic organization, gender roles, religion, political systems, ethnic identity, and globalization. Focus will be on indigenous peoples, with an emphasis on their role in national societies and the international economy.

Prehistoric N America

Examines the development of North American Indian cultures from the beginning of human migration in the late Pleistocene to the coming of Europeans. Emphasizes human interrelationships with the various New World environments in time and space which l,"ed to the rise of prehistoric cultures, food production, trade, etc. No prerequisite. Every second year.

Historic Indians N Amer

Surveys American Indians ethnographically. Explores cultural processes, historic events, and ecological adjustments to understand the diversity of Indian culture at the time of their discovery by Europeans. Considers American Indian acculturation and contemporary Indian issues. No prerequisite. Every second year.

Arch East N America

Provides detailed survey of prehistoric developments in North America east of the Mississippi from Late Pleistocene to the Colonial Period. Familiarizes students with the prehistory of the Amerind populations in the area, including the gradual emergence of the Woodland pattern. On demand.