To complete a Clarion University associate degree, a minimum of 30 credit hours must be completed at Venango College. For Business Administration (A.S.) and Paralegal Studies (A.S.) students, these 30 credits must include the 12 credits required in the concentration and a minimum of 12 credits from the courses listed under the Business Core. The transfer of a specific associate degree to a specific baccalaureate program may incur deficiencies within the major.
Venango College offers three bachelor's degrees. Students also can begin any of Clarion University's 90+ bachelor's degrees at Venango College.
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Associate of Science: Early Childhood Education
The Associate of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work directly with children from birth through age eight. Graduates from the associate degree program are educated to work with families and other professionals in a variety of child care-early education settings such as Head Start, child care centers, child development programs, public education classrooms, and early intervention programs. The program provides a strong foundation for individuals desiring to continue their education at the baccalaureate level. The associate degree program is offered completely online to provide the maximum flexibility for employed individuals. The program is designed to be completed on a part-time basis over a four-year period.
GENERAL EDUCATION (29 CREDITS)
EARLY CHILDHOOD CORE (16 CREDITS):
ED 121, ECH 231, 235, 236, 240, 260
PRE-K CORE (15 CREDITS):
ECH 310, 322, 323, 325, 413
Department of Applied Technology
Associate of Applied Science: Administration Technology
The purpose of the Associate of Applied Science in Administration Technology degree is to provide students who have successfully completed, or wish to complete, significant technical education from licensed, certified, accredited, or otherwise qualified technical education organizations an opportunity to earn an associate degree from an institution of higher education. The Associate of Applied Science in Administration Technology degree:
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Provides necessary general education for students seeking an Associate of Applied Science degree.
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Provides appropriate familiarization with the software and office functions of commercial organizations.
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Provides an associate degree option for persons in technical aspects of general office, and insurance fields that incorporates office and specialty education from appropriate technical education providers.
Administration Technology Concentrations:
Auctioneering
Business Office Professional
Certified Web Designer
Insurance
Office Technology
GENERAL EDUCATION (MINIMAL REQUIREMENT–20 CREDITS):
ENG 111, CIS 217, HPE 111, three credits selected from at least one of the following physical and biological sciences: biology, chemistry, earth science, mathematics, physical science, and physics; three credits selected from at least one of the following social and behavioral sciences: anthropology, economics, geology, history, political science, psychology, and sociology; three credits from at least one of the following arts and humanities: art, English language and literature, humanities, intermediate foreign language and cultures, music, philosophy, speech, and theater.
ADMINISTRATION TECHNOLOGY MAJOR (12 CREDITS):
MGMT 120, MGMT 210, plus six elective credits through the College of Business Administration to total 12 credits.
TECHNICAL COURSES:
AT 299: ADMINISTRATION FIELD TRAINING (VAR. 12-30 CREDITS) IN INSURANCE, AUCTIONEERING, CERTIFIED WEB DESIGNER, OR OFFICE TECHNOLOGY:
Students will select from the concentrations listed above and complete up to 28 credits of technical education in their selected area of emphasis through Preferred Systems, Inc., The Learning Center, or Erie Institute of Technology. The specific courses needed for each concentration can be found here.
FREE ELECTIVES SUFFICIENT TO TOTAL 60 CREDITS
Associate of Applied Science: Industrial Technology
The mission of the Department of Applied Technology at Clarion University–Venango College is to provide students with comprehensive technical education and academic skills that match the needs of our community and the employers of our region.
The Department of Applied Technology was created to address high-priority workforce development needs in the region. Students will earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Technology from Clarion University. Clarion University will provide the core curriculum of general education and usiness courses. The technical component of the degree will be provided by licensed, certified, accredited, or otherwise approved technical education partners.
Each program concentration of the Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology degree consists of a combination of multiple courses targeting specific skills commonly used in the industry, as well as general education and business courses. Students will be instructed in essential workplace technology and techniques while studying at their respective technical training partner locations (First Energy Corp., The National Hardwood Lumber Association, Precision Manufacturing Institute, Triangle Tech, Erie Institute of Technology, or The Learning Center). The remaining educational requirements of the program will be completed at the Venango College and are outlined below.
Accreditations
The Industrial Technology is nationally accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE). ATMAE is recognized as the premier professional association for the accreditation of industrial technology programs in colleges, universities, and technical institutes.
ATMAE accreditation ensures that the university has met a series of national standards to provide industry with highly competent employees and assures the graduate of an ATMAE-accredited program that they are receiving a marketable degree through relevant curricula.
Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology
Program Outcomes
Students will:
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demonstrate knowledge of industry standards for safety and compliance,
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demonstrate the proper use of industrial equipment,
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understand and apply proper techniques for analyzing and producing drawings,
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differentiate technology processes and their applicability, and
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demonstrate the skills needed to advance to areas of industrial supervision and seek continuing higher education.
Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology
Program Goals
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Ensure that programs of study remain current with industry standards and needs
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Provide accessibility of the program to all students
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Provide the highest quality atmosphere for instruction
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Ensure graduate employability
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Ensure a safe learning experience
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Provide opportunity for graduates to continue their formal education
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Provide a learning experience that will ensure student retention
Core Requirements:
The following course curriculum is to be completed by all Associate of Applied Science degree seeking majors and is the foundation for all concentrations within the Industrial Technology program.
GENERAL EDUCATION
Complete the following 7 courses to equal 20 credits:
ENG 111, MATH 112, CIS 217, PHSC 112, PSY 211, CMST 113, HPE 111
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY MAJOR
Complete the following 4 courses to equal 12 credits:
MGMT 120, MGMT 121, ECON 211, INDT 301
TECHNICAL COURSES:
INDUSTRIAL FIELD TRAINING (INDT 299)–28 credits
Students will select from available concentrations listed below, and complete up to 30 credits of technical education in their selected area of emphasis at Precision Manufacturing Institute, Triangle Tech, The Learning Center, National Hardwood Lumber Association, Erie Institute of Technology, or FirstEnergy Corp.
The specific courses needed for each concentration can be found at www.clarion.edu/appliedtech-INDT.
Industrial Technology Technical Concentrations:
Biomedical Equipment Technology
CADD – Architectural
CADD – Mechanical
Carpentry & Construction Technology
CNC Machinist
CNC Operator
CNC/Machinist Technician
Computer & Network Administration
Electric Utility Technology
Electrical Arc Welding
Electricity – Maintenance & Construction
Electronic Engineering
Electronics Technician
Hardwood Lumber Inspector
Industrial Automation & Robotics Technology
Maintenance Technician
Mechatronics Technology
Natural Gas Technology
Network & Database Professional
Plastics Technology
Quality Control
Refrigeration, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Welding
Welding & Fabrication Technology
TOTAL CREDITS FOR GRADUATION: 60 credits
Associate of Arts: Arts and Sciences
The Associate of Arts is a liberal arts degree program designed to provide the student with a range of experiences and a flexible educational program. To complete an associate degree, a minimum of 30 credit hours must be completed on the Venango College or online for students in a completely online program.
Suggested Program Outline
I. Communication (12)*
ENG 111: Writing II
MATH 112: Excursions in Mathematics
CMST 113: Public Speaking
CIS 110: Introduction to Computer Information Systems
II. Humanities (12)*
MUS 111: Introduction to Music
ART 110: The Visual Arts
ENG 130: The Literary Experience
CMST 253: Introduction to the Theatre
III. Natural Science (12)*
BIOL 111: Basic Biology
PHSC 111: Basic Physical Science-Chemistry
PHSC 112: Basic Physical Science-Physics and Astronomy
ES 111: Basic Earth Science
IV. Social Science (12)*
PSY 211: General Psychology
SOC 211: Principles of Sociology
HIST 112: Early Modern Civilization
PS 211: American Government
V. Personal Development (2)
VI. Free electives (10)
TOTAL: 60
*Because this is a liberal arts degree, substitution by equivalent course within the area of study is allowable with the permission of the academic advisor.
Associate of Science: Business Administration
The Associate of Science in Business Administration is designed to provide an opportunity in post-secondary education not found elsewhere within the service area of Clarion University. After earning the associate degree, students who wish to further their education may continue at the baccalaureate level on the Clarion Campus.
Objectives
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Ensure that each student has an exposure to general education and business fundamentals appropriate for associate-level degree education in business administration.
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Prepare associate degree students for entry-level positions in business, industry, and government. Graduates may find jobs in sales, marketing, finance, or administrative areas of business.
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Prepare aspiring students for entry into baccalaureate degree programs.
GENERAL EDUCATION (MINIMAL REQUIREMENT–20 CREDITS):
ENG 111, CMST 113, HPE 111, PSY 211 or SOC 211, and nine credits of general education electives. Note: if ENG 110 is required as a result of the placement examination, it will be used as three credits of the general education electives.
BUSINESS CORE SUBJECTS (27 CREDITS):
MATH 131, ECON 211, CIS 217, MGMT 120, ACTG 251, ACTG 252, BSAD 240, ENG 307, and ECON 221.
GENERAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION (15 CREDITS):
BSAD 241, FIN 170, MGMT 121, MGMT 227, and a three-credit business elective.
Associate of Science: Paralegal Studies
Clarion University's Paralegal Studies Program is designed to provide for the education of paralegals. A legal assistant, or paralegal, is a person qualified by education, training, or work experience who is employed or retained by a lawyer, law office, corporation, governmental agency, or other entity and who performs specifically delegated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible. A paralegal may not practice law.
Academic Requirement
The program is divided into three blocks of required courses. The general education and business core classes are required of all Associate of Science candidates to develop their ability to work and live as well-rounded and competent individuals in the business environment. The remaining courses are specialized legal courses designed to develop competence in substantive and procedural law.
GENERAL EDUCATION (MINIMAL REQUIREMENT–23 CREDITS):
ENG 111, HPE 111, ECON 211, and a mathematics course selected from math 110, 112, 131, 171, 222, 270, or 271. Note: Additionally 9 credits of education electives must be taken from an approved list available from the directors of Paralegal Studies. This list is also available on the program's Website.
BUSINESS CORE (21 CREDITS):
ACTG 251, 252; BSAD 240, 241; CIS 217; ECON 221, and MGMT 120.
LEGAL ASSISTANT CONCENTRATION (21 CREDITS):
BSAD 238, 242, 246, 248, 249; and one of the following courses: BSAD 239, 243, 244, 247.
FREE ELECTIVE (6 CREDITS):
Students should use their free electives to tailor the Legal Business Studies degree to their individual career preference. The choice may be a law specialty course not counted in the concentration, political science, philosophy, or any other general education course of interest.
Associate of Science: Rehabilitative Services
The Associate of Science in Rehabilitative Services trains people to work as practitioners in human service agencies. They include, but are not limited to, the roles of life skills worker, life coach, classroom assistant, and human development assistant. Because these roles vary, the program offers both specialized and generic competencies. The two-year program culminates with a supervised field experience in a human service agency. Students who enroll in the associate degree program will work with nationally recognized faculty in the field. Qualified students who have earned a 2.5 QPA may continue their study toward a bachelor's degree in rehabilitative sciences and receive credit toward graduation for courses taken while earning the associate degree.
AREA OF SPECIALIZATION–40 CREDITS
I. Rehabilitative Service Core–28 credits
REHB 126: Intro to Human Services, 3 credits
REHB 211: Paraprofessionals in Education and Health Services, 3
REHB 227: Neurological Impairments and Physical Disorders, 3
SPED 128: High Incidence Exceptionalities, 3
SPED 129: Low Incidence Exceptionalities, 3
SPED 245: Applied Behavior Analysis, 3
REHB 250: The Helping Relationship: Principles and Procedures, 3
REHB 295: Field Experience/6
REHB 296: Seminar for Field Experience, 1
II. Human Development, Personal Adjustment, and Guidance–9 credits
PSY 111: Psychology of Personal Growth, 3
PSY 260: Developmental Psychology, 3
ED 122: Educational Psychology, 3
III. Related Elective–3 credits
Suggested Sequence
FIRST SEMESTER
REHB 126: Intro to Human Services, 3 credits
ENG 111: Writing II, 3
CMST 113: Public Speaking, 3
PSY 211: General Psychology, 3
SPED 128: High Incidence Exceptionalities, 3
TOTAL 15
SECOND SEMESTER
PSY 111: Psychology of Adjustment, 3 credits
PSY 260: Developmental Psychology, 3
REHB 211: Paraprofessionals in Education and Health Services, 3
SPED 129: Low Incidence Exceptionalities, 3
Elective: humanities or natural sciences, 3
TOTAL 15
THIRD SEMESTER
REHB 227: Neurological Impairment and Physical Disorders, 3 credits
SOC 211: Principles of Sociology, 3
ED 122: Educational Psychology, 3
SPED 245: Applied Behavior Analysis, 3
Electives: humanities or natural sciences, 6
TOTAL 18
FOURTH SEMESTER
REHB 250: The Helping Relationship: Principles and Procedures, 3 credits
REHB 295: Field Experience, 6
Related electives, 3
Elective: general elective, 3
REHB 296: Seminar for field experience, 1
TOTAL 16
Associate of Science: Criminal Justice
The Associate of Science in Criminal Justice is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work within the criminal justice system. Graduates from the program will be prepared to seek entry-level positions in municipal, county, and state police agencies. Additionally, students can pursue careers as correctional officers or as support-level staff in juvenile residential facilities. Moreover, positions within the private safety/loss prevention sector may be available.
GENERAL EDUCATION/CR.
ENG 111: Writing II, 3 credits
Math Proficiency, 3
Liberal Education Skills, 3
Physical and Biological Sciences, 3-4
Social and Behavioral Sciences, 3
Arts and Humanities, 3
HPE 111, 2
TOTAL 20-21
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Required Courses-18 Credits
CRJT 110 3
CRJT 235/SOC 236 3
CRJT 245 3
CRJT 260 3
CRJT 363/PS 363 3
CRJT 275 3
Additional Required Courses-3 Credits
CRJT 255 or CRJT 399
Related Courses-9 credits (Choose three from the following)
MGMT 121, 3 credits
PS 211, 3
PSY 111, 3
PSY 211, 3
PSY 354, 3
SOC 211, 3
SOC 351, 3
SOC 361, 3
General Course Offerings
NOTE: Certain courses listed below are applicable to major fields. Students should consult the university catalog and their advisors to determine which courses should be taken for specific majors.
College of Arts and Sciences
ANTH 211: Anthropology, 3 credits
AS 100: College Reading/Study Skills, 2
ART 110: The Visual Arts, 3
ART 190: Teaching Art in the Elementary Grades, 3
BIOL 111: Basic Biology, 4
BIOL 200: Selected Topics
BIOL 201: Basic Forensic Science, 2
BIOL 258: Anatomy and Physiology I, 3
BIOL 259: Anatomy and Physiology II, 3
BIOL 260: Microbiology, 3
BIOL 453: Pathophysiology: Endogenous Agents, 4
BIOL 454: Pathophysiology: Exogenous Agents, 4
CHEM 153: General Chemistry I, 3
CHEM 163: General Chemistry Laboratory I, 1
CHEM 154: General Chemistry II, 3
CHEM 164: General Chemistry Laboratory II, 1
CHEM 205: Nutrition, 3
MMAJ 100: Explorations in Mass Communication, 3
MMAJ 101: Message Design, 3
MMAJ 140: Writing for the Media, 3
CIS 110: Introduction to Computer Information Systems, 3
CIS 217: Applications of Microcomputers, 3
CIS 223: Computer Programming COBOL, 3
CIS 226: Computer Systems Dev. with High-Level Tools, 3
CIS 324: Data Structure and File Utilization COBOL, 3
ENG 110: Writing I
ENG 111: Writing II, 3
ENG 130: The Literary Experience, 3
ENG 244: Special Topics
ENG 200: Composition and Literature, 3
ENG 263: English Grammar and English Usage, 3
ENG 307: Business Writing, 3
ES 111: Basic Earth Science, 3
GEOG 100: Introduction to World Geography, 3
GEOG 257: Geography of the United States and Canada, 3
HIST 111: Ancient and Medieval Civilization, 3
HIST 112: Early Modern Civilization, 1300 to 1815, 3
HIST 113: Modern Civilization, 1789 to the Present, 3
HIST 120: United States History to 1877, 3
HIST 121: United States History Since 1877, 3
HIST 215: Topics in History - History of the Sixties, 3
HIST 277: Vietnam: War and Peace, 3
HIST 354: Recent American History, 3
HUM 120: Humanities I: Antiquity Through the Middle Ages, 3
HUM 121: Humanities II: The Renaissance to the Present, 3
MATH 050: Basic Algebra, 3
MATH 110: Intermediate Algebra, 3
MATH 111: Mathematical Concepts in Grades K-8, 3
MATH 112: Excursions in Mathematics, 3
MATH 131: Applied Finite Mathematics, 3
MATH 222: Elementary Nonparametric Statistics, 3
MATH 232: Calculus for Business I, 3
MUS 111: Introduction to Music, 3
MUS 131: Fundamentals of Music, 3
PHSC 111: Basic Physical Science: Chemistry, 3
PHSC 112: Basic Physical Science: Physics and Astronomy, 3
PHIL 111: Logic and Inquiry, 3
PHIL 211: Introduction to Philosophy, 3
PSY 211: General Psychology, 3
PSY 225: Psychology of Adjustment, 3
PSY 228: Human Behavior in Organizations, 3
PSY 260: Developmental Psychology, 3
PSY 331: Child Psychology, 3
PSY 354: Abnormal Psychology, 3
PS 210: Introduction to Political Science, 3
PS 211: American Government, 3
SOC 211: Principles of Sociology, 3
CMST 113: Public Speaking, 3
CMST 200: Interpersonal Communication, 3
CMST 214: Business and Professional Speaking, 3
CMST 225: Communication and Conflict, 3
CMST 253: Introduction to Theatre, 3
College of Business Administration
ACTG 251: Financial Accounting, 3 credits
ACTG 252: Managerial Accounting, 3
ACTG 253: Factory Accounting, 3
ACTG 254: Payroll Accounting, 3
ACTG 255: Financial Statement Preparation and Analysis, 3
ACTG 256: Income Tax Procedures and Forms, 3
ECON 211: Principles of Macroeconomics, 3
ECON 212: Principles of Microeconomics, 3
ECON 221: Economic and Business Statistics I, 3
FIN 170: Introduction to Finance, 3
BSAD 238: Introduction to Paralegal Studies, 3
BSAD 239: Family Law, 3
BSAD 240: Legal Environment I, 3
BSAD 241: Legal Environment II, 3
BSAD 242: Methods of Legal Research, 3
BSAD 243: Wills, Trusts, and Estates, 3
BSAD 244: Administrative Law, 3
BSAD 246: Civil Litigation, 3
BSAD 247: Real Estate Law for the Paralegal, 3
BSAD 248: Legal Writing, 3
BSAD 249: Field Experience, 3
MGMT 120: Introduction to Business, 3
MGMT 121: Fundamentals of Management, 3
MGMT 210: Essentials of Entrepren and Small Business Mgmt, 3
MGMT 227: Applied Supervision, 3
MGMT 228: Human Behavior in Organizations, 3
MGMT 321: Organization Theory and Behavior, 3
College of Education and Human Services
ED 110: Introduction to Education, 3 credits
ED 121: Human Development and Learning, 3
ED 122: Educational Psychology, 3
ED 217: Microcomputer Applications in the Classroom, 3
ECH 231: Creativity in the Early Childhood Curriculum, 3
ECH 235: Observation and Assessment in ECH Setting, 3
ECH 240: Nutrition and the Young Child, 1
ECH 320: Developing Bases for Learning and Teaching, 3
ECH 323: Language, Literature & The Young Child, 3
ECH 325: Young Children as Theory Builders, 3
ECH 413: Interactions in Early Childhood Setting, 3
ECH 420: I & A in Early Childhood Setting, 3
HPE 111: Health Education, 2
HPE 121: Walking for Fitness, 1
HPE 142: Bowling, 1
HPE 163: Volleyball, 1
HPE 314: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, 1
HPE 317: First Aid and Safety, 2
HPE 410: Motor Development and Learning, 3
REHB 110: Human Exceptionalities, 3
REHB 115: Human Relations, 3
REHB 227: Neurological Impairments and Physical Disorders, 3
SPED 220: Nature of Mental Retardation, 3
SPED 230: Social and Emotional Disturbances, 2
SPED 235: Specific Learning Disabilities, 2
SPED 245: Behavior Management, 3
SPED 250: The Helping Relationship: Prin. & Procedures, 3
SPED 295: Field Experience, 6
Bachelor of Science: Liberal Studies
The Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies degree at Clarion University–Venango College offers students the flexibility to earn the degree through a blended program of traditional classroom instruction and online courses. Students who choose the suggested Venango College curriculum can earn two degrees: an Associate of Arts in Arts and Sciences is awarded after earning 64 credits; a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies degree is awarded upon completion of the 120-credit program.
School of Nursing and Allied Health
