Austin Community College

FY 2008 Course Descriptions

Human Development

Human Development courses are elective developmental and college-credit courses designed to assist students in succeeding in college and in life. They are open to students in any program or discipline. Students may take up to 3 credit hours in this area.

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HUDE 0111 TRANSITION TO COLLEGE SUCCESS (1-2-0). This is a developmental level course designed for entering freshmen with priority needs. It provides an overview of key aspects, knowledge, and skills needed in the transition to college life. Students identify their educational goals, personal strengths, and areas for development; become familiar with college resources and services; and briefly explore strategies for academic success such as time management and study skills. Course formerly called Orientation. ( ) Course Type: D

POFT 1310 CAREER EXPLORATION/PLANNING (3-3-0). An introduction to the process of career decision-making, educational planning, and job searching. Topics include analyzing personal career interests, values, and aptitudes; surveying and researching career fields with related educational and training requirements; practicing the decision-making process; and basic job search skills such as completing applications, writing letters of application, developing and using resumes and interviewing. Skills: R ( ) Course Type: W

PSYC 1300 EFFECTIVE LEARNING--STRATEGIES FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS (3-3-0). This course teaches learning and self-management principles and practices that increase a student's success in college and in life. Drawing from cognitive, affective, and behavioral theories in psychology, students examine the factors which impact their learning, select relevant methods of deepening their learning and thinking processes, and develop self-regulation strategies for maximizing the effectiveness of their efforts. Formerly titled Creative Learning: Keys to College Success. Skills: E ( ) Course Type: T

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Course Descriptions as of July 08, 2008 02:30am
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