4. Human Behavior and Social Foundations Requirement: One course The study of human behavior and social foundations provides an understanding of the infrastructure of our society. It examines development, interaction and influences that we have on each other. It also looks at the purpose of social institutions such as family, school, church, civic organizations and private/public agencies. The human experience is examined from a developmental perspective that continues from conception to death. Society expects individuals to function within a context of shared values which influence the institutions of marriage, family, church, school, private and public agencies and government. The topical areas of development include physical, cognitive, social, and emotional. Courses: 1. FAM 113, Families in Society
5. Religious Studies Requirement: Three courses for the Associate degree, five courses for Bachelor’s degree, (in addition to BIB 114 as listed under Core Level Courses) The courses in this section are supportive of the mission of York College in that they "provide a quality liberal arts education leading to an understanding and philosophy of life consistent with Christian ideals." The objectives of these courses are derived from the first of three purpose statements of York College: "To provide students with the biblical teachings which encourage the development of moral and spiritual values and an appreciation of New Testament Christianity." Courses in this area are designed to help students appreciate the role of the Bible and Christianity in everyday life. Students are encouraged to reflect on their own values, current ethical issues, and views of others that are different from their own. Courses: 1. BIB 123, History of the Old Testament 2. PHI 213, Introduction to Philosophy & Ethics 3. BIB 223/PHI 223, Philosophy of Living
6. Scientific Inquiry Requirement: Three courses, (at least one course each in the areas of physical science, biological science, and mathematics). Scientific Inquiry: The physical and biological sciences seek to understand the natural world using mathematics as the tool in that understanding. By systematically observing and analyzing phenomena, natural scientists have produced a complex and multifaceted set of theories that continually evolve. Courses in this context will introduce students to the key theories of a science and to its methods of inquiry. In these courses students learn how observations are used to develop hypotheses, how hypotheses may be tested experimentally, and how results of experiments may be quantified and analyzed to assess theories. By emphasizing methodology, these courses improve the ability of students to make informed decisions about scientific issues that affect their world and further develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills. Finally, courses in this context will address a number of broad questions pertaining to science: How do the ideas of science evolve and how does their change affect other aspects of our culture? How does technology affect scientific endeavors? By exploring these questions, students become increasingly aware of the interaction between science and society. A second emphasis is the study of mathematics. Courses in this context will introduce the students to theorems and principles used in mathematics. The study will help the students to understand the principles of mathematics, and how to express the relationships found in science and other areas. Courses: Physical Science: Biological Science: Mathematics (choose one of the following): 1. NSC 153, General Science A 1. NSC 163, General Science B 1. MTH 145, Math in the Real World 2.
MTH 133, Intermediate Algebra (or higher)
INSTITUTIONAL ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS ! !
All entering students who transfer less than 14 semester hours of credit are required to pass Freshman Seminar. The following requirements are in addition to the General Education Requirements for students receiving a Bachelor's Degree from York College:
1. ENGLISH PROFICIENCY EXAM All students graduating with a Bachelor's degree from York College are required to pass the York College English Proficiency Exam during their sophomore year. Students must pass ENG 113 with a grade of “C” or better, and be enrolled in ENG 123 to be eligible to take the Sophomore Test of English Proficiency. If the student does not pass the exam by the second attempt, he/she will be required to pass English 203 English Proficiency with a “C” or higher.
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