2007-08 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705
The School of Continuing Education
Associate Provost and Dean: Nicholas E. Kolb
Assistant Dean: George E. Rogers
Website: www.iup.edu/continuing-ed
The mission of the School of Continuing Education is to serve the lifelong educational needs of nontraditional students, working adults, professional organizations, local and state agencies, and the citizens of the commonwealth by providing access to the academic and human resources of IUP.
The School of Continuing Education was created by the IUP Board of Trustees in May, 1966. Today, the school comprises Credit Programs, Conferences and Noncredit Programs, the Keystone Occupational Safety and Health Center, and the Center for Career and Technical Personnel Preparation. The school is characterized by its commitment to academic excellence and high-quality programs. The school maintains a dynamic environment which fosters innovation and experimentation in order to improve programs continually and respond to the ever-changing needs of society.
George E. Rogers, Assistant Dean
The Credit Programs area offers a variety of opportunities for the adult and nontraditional learner to access the academic resources of IUP on a part-time basis. Courses may be selected from day, evening, or on-line offerings.
Associate of Arts–General Studies
The Associate of Arts degree with a major in General Studies is designed for the nontraditional or adult learner who seeks to acquire a broad base of knowledge in the liberal arts. This program consists of the core of Liberal Studies requirements of the bachelor’s degree programs plus 10 credits of electives. Course requirements are sometimes adjusted for individuals. No more that 30 credits may be transferred into this degree program from other colleges.
Associate of Arts–General Studies
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Liberal Studies: As outlined in Liberal Studies section with the following specifications: |
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Fine Arts |
3cr |
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Health and Wellness/ROTC |
3cr |
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Humanities |
9cr |
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Learning Skills |
10cr |
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Natural Science |
7cr |
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Social Science |
9cr |
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Controlled Liberal Studies Electives |
9cr |
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Free Electives: |
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Total Degree Requirements: |
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The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in General Studies is designed for the mature adult student, who under faculty advisement can explore and develop an individualized plan of study which does not approach any existing IUP major. This individually designed plan of study must be based on a specific theme which incorporates basic and applied coursework within a theoretical framework culminating in a senior-year independent research project. At the time of application for degree candidacy through the School of Continuing Education or transfer from another major, the student must submit a plan of study which contains the proposed theme, rationale, and courses needed to satisfy the Special Interest Area. Forms are available from the School of Continuing Education. A faculty member will be assigned to assist with the plan of study prior to acceptance to degree candidacy. Students other than School of Continuing Education students must have completed 45cr before a request for transfer will be honored.
The student’s plan of study, which is designed to fulfill the Special Interest Area, must be approved by the student’s advisor and the assistant dean of the School of Continuing Education.
Bachelor of Science–General Studies
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Liberal Studies: As outlined in Liberal Studies section |
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General Area of Study: (1, 2) |
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Choose at least 6cr from three of the four areas listed below. At least 12cr
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Arts, Letters, and Culture Area: Art, Communications Media, English, French, German, Journalism, Music, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Spanish, Theater |
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Human Behavior and Development Area: Anthropology, Education, Health, Family and Consumer Sciences, Psychology, Sociology |
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Science, Mathematics, and Technology Area: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geoscience, Mathematics, Physics, and relevant courses in education |
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Social and Political Systems Area: Economics, Education, Geography and Regional Planning, History, Industrial and Labor Relations, Political Science |
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Special Interest Area: (3) |
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With approval of advisor, student may select, from any department listed above, courses which focus on a particular need or interest. At least 12cr must be 300-level or above. The program must include either one research course which provides opportunities for extensive writing or an independent study project. Some courses will not be available to General Studies majors. |
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Free Electives: At least 6cr must be 300-level or above |
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Total Degree Requirements: |
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(1) Individually planned theme may not duplicate any existing degree programs which are otherwise available at IUP, nor may they be used to circumvent specific requirements within an existing major. (2) No more than 30cr taken in any one department will count toward graduation. (3) In the application of university policies, the Special Interest Area is considered as the major. Specifically, in order to graduate, students must be in academic good standing and attain a 2.0 GPA in the Special Interest Area. |
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Part-time Studies Program (Non-degree)
The Part-time Studies Program is designed to offer the adult and nontraditional learner the opportunity to begin or renew a college education at IUP. Through this program an individual may enroll in undergraduate credit courses to pursue personal interests, acquire new skills, or work toward formal admission to degree candidacy. Credit earned in this program may be applied to a degree upon formal admission to an IUP degree program. See the Admissions section of this catalog for application requirements.
A student in the Part-time Studies Program is limited to a semester enrollment of no more than 11 credits and must apply for formal admission to degree candidacy to a degree program before 30 IUP credits have been earned. Applications for degree candidacy must be filed by the midterm point of the fall or spring semester preceding candidacy. Specific requirements for GPA and IUP credit vary by degree program. The minimum credit criteria to apply for consideration for degree candidacy are as follows:
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High School Diploma or GED |
15 IUP credits |
2.0 GPA |
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Veteran (DD-214 required) |
9 IUP credits |
2.0 GPA |
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Transfer (with 12 or more credits) |
9 IUP credits |
2.0 GPA |
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Transfer (with 11 or less credits) |
15 IUP credits |
2.0 GPA |
The Postbaccalaureate Program is designed to provide access to undergraduate courses to individuals who have an earned baccalaureate degree. Students may be seeking a second bachelor’s degree, additional teacher certification, or personal enrichment. Postbaccalaureate students may attend IUP on a part-time or full-time basis. Please see the Admissions section of this catalog for application information.
Program for Visiting High School Students
IUP permits the exceptional high school student to preview university life and earn regular college credit on a limited nondegree basis. The student must have completed the sophomore year with a minimum “B” average and have the written support of the high school principal or guidance counselor. The parameters of the student’s enrollment are defined in consultation with the appropriate high school official and are limited to a maximum of 9 credits per semester. For further information, contact us at 724-357-2292.
Center for Career and Technical Personnel Preparation
Vocational-Technical Professional Studies
Director: Donald C. Gamble
Chairperson: Karen S. Rivosecchi
Faculty: Boyd, Catlos, Debow, Dolecki, Livingston, Remick
Website: www.iup.edu/voced
The Vocational-Technical Professional Studies program offers undergraduate curricula that prepare in-service teachers for vocational-technical education. Students enrolling may specialize in an area related to interest and/or previous work experience. Programs may lead to either a Bachelor of Science in Education degree with certification or to professional certification only. Program graduates have a broad range of employment opportunities as teachers/trainers in secondary schools, vocational-technical schools, postsecondary schools, and business and industry.
Certification to teach vocational-technical education in the commonwealth’s secondary schools is issued to individuals who meet statutory requirements, demonstrate occupational/technical proficiency on a nationally standardized occupational competency examination, and complete 60 credits of the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s approved university program. In the IUP program, a plan of studies will be tailored to each student’s unique background (i.e., electrical, electronics, data processing, drafting, welding, dental, etc.) and professional needs.
Certification to serve as a cooperative education teacher-coordinator in the commonwealth’s secondary schools can be earned by completing a program of studies tailored to each student’s individual background and professional needs. The program prepares individuals for managing industrial cooperative training and school-to-work transitional experiences. For persons holding a valid Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate, the program of studies will be individualized based upon educational credits earned.
Each program offered by the Center for Career and Technical Personnel Preparation requires completion of the following credits:
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15cr |
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60-62cr |
Bachelor of Science in Education–Vocational-Technical Education
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Liberal Studies: As outlined in Liberal Studies section with the following specifications: Mathematics: 3cr, MATH 101 or higher-level MATH Social Science: PSYC 101 Liberal Studies Electives: 6cr, no courses with VOED prefix |
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Professional Educational Sequence: |
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COMM 103 or |
Digital Instructional Technology or |
3cr |
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Educational Psychology |
3cr |
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Preparation of the Vocational Professional I |
15cr |
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Preparation of the Vocational Professional II |
15cr |
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Other Requirements: |
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Vocational Requirements: |
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Public Speaking |
3cr |
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Technical Preparation of the Vocational Professional |
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Total Degree Requirements: |
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Certificate–Vocational-Technical Education
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Liberal Studies: As follows: English: ENGL 101 Fine Arts: one course from list Humanities: one course from list Mathematics: MATH 101 or higher-level MATH course Natural Science: one course, lab or non-lab Social Science: PSYC 101 Liberal Studies Electives: one course, no course with VOED prefix |
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Educational Psychology |
3cr |
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American Education in Theory and Practice
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3cr |
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Public Speaking |
3cr |
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Preparation of the Vocational Professional I |
15cr |
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Preparation of the Vocational Professional II |
15cr |
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Total Certification Requirements: |
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Certificate as Secondary School Cooperative Education Teacher/Coordinator
Existing Pennsylvania teaching certificate (Vocational Instructional I or II certificate or Instructional I or II certificate)
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Special Topics in Vocational Pedagogical Preparation |
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Total Degree Requirements: |
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(1) Students may be exempt from some credit requirements based upon proof of previous coursework and demonstration of specific competencies. |
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Conferences and Noncredit
Programs
George E. Rogers, Assistant Dean
The School of Continuing Education offers a wide variety of noncredit programs which meet business, industry, and community needs in the areas of workforce training and development, professional development, personal enrichment, and public service.
Community-University Studies
Noncredit courses and workshops are offered in Indiana throughout the year. Focusing on enrichment and personal growth, topics include creative leisure, self-improvement, health, fitness, dance, languages, and outdoor pursuits. There are no grades or exams. Instructors are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about introducing others to their areas of expertise. The Great Decisions program is offered every spring.
Special Programs
The School of Continuing Education sponsors week-long workshops for middle-school and high-school age students each summer. Recent examples include the CSI Workshop, the Naturalist, and the Guitar Workshop. Professional development workshops are also provided year-round for adults. The KOSH (Keystone Occupational Safety and Health) Center provides OSHA-certified training throughout the commonwealth and can provide customized training for organizations.
Conferences
The professional staff of the Office of Conferences assists in planning and implementing experiences for a variety of professional, subject matter-related, and general interest groups. Assistance in budgeting, marketing, designing of brochures, on-site registration, and evaluation are examples of services available to our clients. Coordination of off-campus events is also a service available to conference planners.
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