General Education Mission
General education is “general” in several clearly identifiable ways: it is not directly related to a student‘s formal technical, vocational, or professional preparation; it is a part of every student‘s course of study, regardless of his or her area of emphasis; and it is intended to impart common knowledge, intellectual concepts, and attitudes that every educated person should possess. West Virginia University at Parkersburg espouses the philosophy that education is both idea and act. Students are encouraged to think, to read, and to know, as well as to apply. In the general education courses, students are encouraged to challenge themselves in the following areas: Demonstrate capabilities in - Reading, writing, speaking, listening
- Abstract inquiry
- Logical reasoning
- Problem solving
- Technological proficiency
Increase understanding in - Numerical data
- Scientific inquiry
- Global issues
- Historical perspectives
- Literary and/or philosophical expression of ideas
Develop an awareness of - Ethical perspectives
- Cultural value systems
Expand appreciation of General education supports the notion of a free, democratic society which, in turn, demands an informed, thoughtful, and ethical citizenry. Through general education, students are encouraged to observe how people are connected to each other, thereby discovering their common humanity. The core is designed to expose students to those activities and patterns of thought which are most truly human: the sciences, history, literature, and the arts. Through the core studies, students are encouraged to think critically and analytically, to integrate knowledge, to solve problems, to be innovative, to synthesize ideas and actions, and to care about the public good. In essence, General Education is a study of human life and a quest for knowing the best way to live. General Education Courses:To ensure breadth and depth as students meet these broad education goals, the curriculum focuses on six academic “strands.”
| Composition & Rhetoric | Science & Technology | Math & Quantitative Skill | Society, Diversity & Connections | Human Inquiry & the Past | The Arts and Creativity | ENGL 101 ENGL 102 ENGL 107* ENGL 108* | ASTR 106 BIOL 101 &
BIOL 103 L BIOL 102 BIOL 104 L BIOL 107 * BIOL 108 * BIOL 109 * BIOL 115 BIOL 117 BIOL 171 CHEM 111 CHEM 115 CHEM 116 CS 101 GEOL 101 &
GEOL 102 L GEOL 103 &
GEOL 104 L GEOL 105 &
GEOL 105 L PSCI 111 PSCI 112 PHYS 101 PHYS 102 PHYS 111 PHYS 112 | MATH 120 * MATH 121 MATH 125 * MATH 126 MATH 128 MATH 129 MATH 150 MATH 155 MATH 156 MATH 211 | COMM 105 COMM 111 COMM 112 ECON 201 ECON 202 FREN 101 FREN 102 GEOG 102 GEOG 240 POLS 102 POLS 220 PSYC 101 PSYC 241 RELI 231 SOC 101 SOC 105 SOC 221 SOC 232 SPAN 101 SPAN 102 | HIST 101 HIST 102 HIST 152 HIST 153 HIST 250 * PHIL 111 PHIL 150 * PHIL 170 | History &
Literature of the Arts ART 101 ART 105 ART 106 MUSI 170 THEA 101 Literature ENGL 131 ENGL 132 ENGL 221 ENGL 222 ENGL 241 ENGL 242 ENGL 261 ENGL 262 ENGL 285 Applied Arts ART 109 THEA 102 Creative Writing ENGL 213 ENGL 214 ENGL 215 |
* Serves technical and professional degree programs specific to WVU Parkersburg. Does not transfer to WVU as General Education (March 2018).
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BUSINESS, ACCOUNTING, AND PUBLIC SERVICE
The Division of Business, Accounting, and Public Service (BAPS) is committed to providing job-ready programs at the certificate, associate, and bachelor’s degree levels. Courses are offered in a variety of formats including traditional face-to-face, hybrid, and online. Graduates of BAPS programs will be prepared to enter the workforce with skills that match area employers’ goals. Career ladders are provided in Business Administration and Criminal Justice. Students may earn a certificate in applied science and add courses to complete the associate in applied science that leads to a bachelor of applied science degree. Business Programs Accreditation:
The Accreditation Council of Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) accredits all business programs. For more information about accreditation, see the ACBSP web site at www.acbsp.org or write to 11520 West 119th Street, Overland Park, KS 66213. Degrees available include the following: - Certificate in Applied Science (CAS) Business Administration
- Certificate in Applied Science (CAS) Criminal Justice
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Business Administration
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Criminal Justice
- Associate in Science (AS) Business Administration
- Bachelors in Applied Science (BAS) Business Administration
Specializations available: | Business Information Technology
Management / Marketing
Accounting and Financial Management |
- Bachelors in Applied Science (BAS) Criminal Justice
- Bachelors in Applied Science (BAS) Legal Studies
- Bachelors in Applied Science (BAS) Supervisory Management
- Bachelors in Science (BS) Business Administration
Specializations available:
| Accounting
General Business |
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EDUCATION DIVISION
The Education Division is committed to creating an exemplary workforce to help shape our community, state, and nation's future...our children. WVU at Parkersburg offers a variety of educational opportunities for student interested in a career in education. Students are able to complete the requirements needed to work with children at the early childhood level, as assistant teachers in public schools, or teachers in childcare center and Head Starts, and as elementary classroom teachers. WVU at Parkersburg's Child Development program prepares graduates to facilitate and assess learning environments that are engaging and playful to promote social, emotional, cognitive and physical development in young children. Many and various careers are available depending on the level of education attained. The Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education is approved by the West Virginia Department of Education. The program has been accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation and is affiliated with the American Association for Colleges of Teacher Education, the National Association of Community College Teacher Preparation Programs, and the National Professional Development School Association. Degrees available include the following: - Certificate in Applied Science (CAS) Child Development
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Child Development
- Bachelor in Applied Science (BAS) Child Development
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) Elementary Education
Specializations available as an add-on
to the BA in Elementary Education: | Early Childhood Pre K-K
English 5-9
General Science
General Math – Algebra I
Social Studies 5-9 |
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HUMANITIES, FINE ARTS, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
The Humanities, Fine Arts, and Social Sciences Division (HFA&SS) at WVU Parkersburg is committed to supporting the academic success of each of our students. This is accomplished through supporting broad basic education requirements that include courses in history, psychology, English, digital communication, strategic communication, media studies, geography, social studies, sociology, music, art, religion, philosophy, health, physical education, foreign languages, sign language, and communication studies.
This division supports the development of the skills employers most want when they are deciding which new college graduates to hire. These include the ability to communicate verbally, (both orally and written), to collaborate with others, to plan and organize projects, and development in decision making, problem-solving, listening, and multicultural awareness.
Degrees available include:
Certificate in Applied Science in Digital Media Production
Certificate in Applied Science in General Education
Associate of Applied Science in Digital Communication
Associate of Applied Science in Digital Media Production
Associate of Applied Science in Strategic Communication
Associate of Arts Degree
Bachelor of Applied Science in Communication and Media Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
The AA degree is a valuable transfer degree that offers the General Education requirements expected by most four-year institutions. The AA degree will provide students with the breadth of knowledge that four-year institutions seek.
The AA degree is the foundation for many of the following majors:
- The AA degree is also the first two years of the Multi-Disciplinary Studies Bachelor of Arts degree and Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education.
- Art
- Communication and Media Studies
- English
- French
- Geography
- German
- History
- Mathematics
- Music
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Religion
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Theater
Along with the General Education courses, the AA degree also has the option of ‘free’ electives, which may prepare students for their choice of major, depending on the discipline they wish to study and how they will focus their education long term. If students know what they want to major in for their four-year degree, they should take classes in that major as their electives.
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NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES DIVISION
The Nursing and Health Sciences Division at WVU Parkersburg is committed to supporting the college’s mission in providing “accessible, life-changing educational opportunities in a safe and supportive environment.” Careers within healthcare are one of the fastest growing areas of opportunity. According to the United States Bureau of Labor and Statistics at www.bls.org, employment in occupations related to health care is projected to increase in the coming years. This growth in employment is driven by technological advances in patient care, an increasing emphasis on preventive care, and an increase in the elderly population. Health care occupations with the largest projected employment increases are registered nurses; home health aides; patient care technicians; medical assistants; licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses; and surgical technicians. Careers in health care are exciting, rewarding, and offer a lifetime of fulfillment. The Nursing and Health Sciences Division ascribes to the college’s commitment to provide academic excellence. We pride ourselves on the quality of education we have to offer as well as the success our graduates enjoy. Information about the degrees offered through the Nursing and Health Sciences Division can be found on the college’s website at www.wvup.edu/healthsciences. Degrees available include:
Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) Patient Care Technician
Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) Pharmacy Technician
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Nursing
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science completion degree for Certified Surgical Technicians
Bachelor of Science (RN-BSN) Nursing
In addition to meeting the requirements for general admission to the college, students requesting admission to programs within the Nursing and Health Sciences Division must meet individual program admission requirements, complete a Nursing and Health Sciences Application and adhere to the clinical practice program requirements. Questions regarding the application process, program requirements, and course of study should be directed to the Nursing and Health Sciences Division at 304-424-8300.
REQUIREMENTS for PARTICIPATION IN CLINCIAL EXPERIENCES
Programs within the Nursing and Health Sciences Division have a clinical component that requires rotations into community health care agencies for patient care. Travel to these agencies is the responsibility of the student. Therefore, each student admitted into a Nursing and Health Sciences program must meet the requirements for participation in clinical experiences. Students are required to have a physical examination and complete required immunizations, maintain current CPR certification, submit to drug testing and background check, complete required education as determined by the affiliate health care agencies, and adhere to HIPAA regulations and the Professional Standards/Safe Clinical Practice Standards of the program. The requirements for participation in clinical experiences can be found online at www.wvup.edu/healthsciences.
The WVU Parkersburg administration reserves the right to amend this documentation, upon recommendation of the Nursing Faculty Organization, without notice to insure the integrity of the program and safety of the students, college, and community at large. Even though this catalog describes courses required to complete the programs within the Nursing and Health Sciences Division, it is not prescriptive or intended to replace counsel from an academic advisor. Course availability may vary and students are strongly encouraged to consult an academic advisor concerning course sequence and degree requirements.
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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH (STEM)
The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Division offers a wide variety of courses and programs. The Science and Math courses support other programs at the institution, but can lead to bachelor’s level degrees at other institutions through multiple transfer and articulation options using the Associate in Science degree. The Technology programs are designed to prepare students for careers in fields that are in-demand in our region. Whether you are already employed and seeking a promotion by obtaining an advanced degree or if you are looking to obtain a new skill, we offer a broad array of options from Welding to Computer Information Technology. It is important to note that completion of the application process does not imply that the applicant will be admitted to the nursing program. Acceptance and placement in the program are dependent upon the individual’s academic record and upon the number of spaces available. Degrees available include: - Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) Chemical & Polymer Operator Technology
- Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) Electricity & Instrumentation Technology
- Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) Industrial Maintenance
- Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) Residential and Commercial Electricity
- Certificate of Applied Science (CAS) Welding
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Advanced Manufacturing Technology
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Multi-Craft Technology
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Welding
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Drafting
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Computer Information Technology
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Computer Science
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Electrical and Reliability Maintenance Technology
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Reliability and Maintenance Technology
- Bachelors of Applied Technology (BAT) Cybersecurity and Network Administration
- Bachelors of Applied Technology (BAT) Software Engineering
- Associate of Science (AS)
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SKILL SETS
Skill Sets are ideal for those who want to gain proficiency quickly for current or potential employment. Individuals can meet specific career or technology objectives through specialized training for a specific skill set. Skill Sets are awarded to those who have demonstrated mastery of skills and knowledge and maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA in all required classes. BROADCAST (12 HOURS)
CMS 219 – Fundamentals of Broadcast Production
CMS 221 – Broadcast Announcing
CMS 223 – Broadcast Programming
CMS 359 – Broadcast Reporting MEDIA WRITING (12 HOURS)|
ENGL 101 – Composition 1
CMS 110 – Basic Newswriting
CMS 215 – Media Writing
CMS 218 – News Reporting CREATIVE WRITING (15 HOURS)
ENGL 210 – Intro to Creative Writing
ENGL 213 – Creative Writing: Poetry
ENGL 214 – Creative Writing: Creative Nonfiction
ENGL 215 – Creative Writing: Fiction
ENGL 444 – Writers Workshop GRAPHIC DESIGN (16 HOURS)
COMM 105 – Intro to Mass Media
CMS 220 – Photography
CMS 225 – Media Design I (1 hour course)
CMS 360 – Digital Imaging
CMS 410 – Graphic Design
DRAF 122 – Fundamentals of 3D Studio Max PHOTOGRAPHY (12 HOURS)
COMM 105 – Intro to Mass Media
CMS 220 – Photography
CMS 360 – Digital Imagining
CMS 410 – Graphic Design PSYCHOLOGY (12 HOURS)
PSYC 101 – Introduction to Psychology
PSYC 281 – Abnormal Psychology
PSYC 318 – History and Systems
PSYC 363 – Theories of Personality SOCIAL MEDIA (12 HOURS)
COMM 105 – Intro to Mass Media
CMS 117 – Intro to Social Media Management
CMS 217 – Advanced Social Media Management
CMS 317 – Social Media Campaigns SOCIOLOGY (15 HOURS)
SOC 101 – Introduction to Sociology
SOC 302 – Deviant Behavior
SOC 360 – Gender and Human Identity
SOC 362 – Sociology of Aging
SOC 405 – Social Inequality MICROSOFT OFFICE (12 HOURS)
BTEC 235 – Microsoft Word/Windows
GBUS 304 – Advanced Excel
GBUS 306 – Advanced Access
BTEC 275 – Advanced Business Applications PURCHASING COMPETENCY (12 HOURS)
ENGL 308 – Advance Writing OR
ENGL 334 – Scientific and Technical Writing
MKTG 370 – Principles of Purchasing
MKTG 472 – Federal Contract Administration
STEM 420 – Project Management | ENTERPRENEURIAL STUDIES (12 HOURS)
ENT 200 – Entrepreneurship 1
ENT 206 – Managing and Marketing
ENT 307 - Entrepreneurial Finance and Accounting
ENT 308 – Launching an Entrepreneurial Venture ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION (12 HOURS)
ENGL 107 – Technical Writing I or ENGL 101
COMM 112 – Small Group Communication
COMM 304 – Human Comm and Rational Decisions
COMM 306 – Human Comm in Organizations/Institutions EVENT PLANNING (18 HOURS)
CMS 117 – Intro to Social Medial Management
CMS 217 – Advanced Social Media Management
CMS 437 – Strategic Communication Writing/Case Studies
CMS 439 – Strategic Communication Campaign
Management
MKTG 230 – Principles of Marketing
MKTG 341 – Advertising LITERATURE (18 hours)
ENGL 101 – Composition I
any two of the following:
ENGL 221 – World Literature 1
ENGL 222 – World Literature 2
ENGL 241 – American Literature 1
ENGL 242 – American Literature 2
ENGL 261 – English Literature 1
ENGL 262 – English Literature 2 any three of the following:
ENGL 320 – Medieval Literature
ENGL 325 – Shakespeare
ENGL 330 – Milton
ENGL 335 – The Romantic Movement
ENGL 340 – The Victorian Era
ENGL 410 – Regional Literature
ENGL 415 – American Voices
ENGL 420 – Single Author
ENGL 425 – Topics in Contemporary Global Literature
ENGL 430 – Comparative Literature
ENGL 450 – Literacy Criticism HISTORY (18 hours)
any two of the following:
HIST 101 – Western Civilization through the Reformation
HIST 102 – Western Civilization from the Reformation
HIST 152 – US History through the Civil War
HIST 153 – US History from Reconstruction to the Present any four of the following:
HIST 302 – History of American Indians
HIST 306 – Colonial America 1607-1763
HIST 310 – African-American History
HIST 340 – American Century, 1919-1989
HIST 355 – Ancient Greece and Rome
HIST 410 – Revolutionary America 1763-1787
HIST 430 – Civil War and Reconstruction
HIST 445 – History of American Women
HIST 463 – Europe and Middle Ages
HIST 465 – Renaissance and Reformation
HIST 475 – Modern European History 1900-Present LEADERSHIP (12 hours)
PSYC 231 – Leadership and Human Relations
COMM 306 – Human Communication in Organizations/Institutions
MGMT 220 – Principles of Management
MGMT 410 – Essentials of Leadership |
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