Library and Information Services

Associate of Arts Degree

2011-2012 academic year

You can earn an associate of arts degree with an concentration in library and information services through a joint program with Central Community College. Core library courses are taken online from Central Community College and transferred back to Northeast Community College. General education and elective courses are completed through Northeast. Note that not all courses for each program can be offered every semester.

Note to current studentsNote to Current Students Catalog2011 College Catalog

You will need to successfully complete a minimum of 60 Credit Hours.


Recommended Core Courses

Core 21 Credit Hours

Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
LIBR 1010 Foundation of Library and Information Services
Offered online through Central Community College.
3
LIBR 2100 Resources and Services
Class provided online through Central Community College.
3
LIBR 2150 Managing Collections in Libraries & Info Agencies
Offered through Central Community College
3
LIBR 2210 Cataloging and Classification
Offered through Central Community College
3
LIBR 2250 Leadership & Management in Library & Info Agencies
Class provided online through Central Community College.
3
LIBR 2940 Library Services Capstone Practicum
This course will provide students with a supervised professional experience in a library or information center. This capstone project will require students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and skills gained in the library technical assistant program. Offered online from Metropolitan Community College.
3

Core Option Courses

Sociology 3 Credit Hours

Select One
Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
SOCI 2150 Issues of Unity and Diversity
This course will help students increase awareness of, and sensitivity to, commonalities and differences among people and acquire knowledge of minority group issues and challenges. The course will prepare students to more critically, actively, and effectively participate in an increasingly diverse and global society.
3
SOCI 2320 Social Problems
This course is designed to give students an appreciation for the possibilities and difficulties inherent in a wide variety of social problems, to include economic inequality and poverty, work and unemployment, race and ethnicity, gender inequality and issues in sexual orientation, and crime and drugs. Problems related to the family, education, health care, and political institutions, violence, terrorism, population, and the environment will also be discussed.
3

Required General Education Courses

Behavioral Science 3 Credit Hours

Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
PSYC 1810 Introduction to Psychology
An introduction to the science of psychology including the study of learning theory, memory, personality, growth and development, neurological aspects, abnormal behavior, therapies, intelligence, motivation, emotion, sensation, perception and theoretical perspectives.
3

English / Literature 3 Credit Hours

must earn a C or above
Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
ENGL 1020 English Composition II
Students will read and analyze works in various genres of literature and respond with essays applying research skills learned in ENGL 1010.
3

Fine and Performing Arts 3 Credit Hours

select one
Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
MUSC 1550 Music in Western Culture
Study of the development of music and how it relates to the events of our past and present. All types of music included. Open registration.
3
ARTS 2000 Art History-Ancient to Gothic
Survey of the history of art from the earliest time to the end of the Gothic period.
3
ARTS 2010 Art History-Renaissance to Present
Survey of the history of art from the Renaissance period to the present.
3

Health, Physical Education, and Recreation 3 Credit Hours

Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
HPER 1550 Lifetime Wellness
Designed to develop an understanding of the principles necessary for promoting lifetime wellness. Focus will be on a holistic approach to recognizing and evaluating oneself in order to improve one's own quality of life. Includes a study of critical issues which affect the individual, such as stress, nutrition, weight control, physical fitness, infectious and noninfectious diseases, alcohol and drug abuse, environmental health, and human sexuality.
3

History 3 Credit Hours

select one
Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
HIST 1030 European Civilization I
Study of history that interprets and evaluates the contribution of civilizations from ancient times to 1600.
3
HIST 1040 European Civilization II
The development of European civilization since 1600, concluding with the peace settlements and national tensions that followed World War II.
3
HIST 1050 World History I
A chronological study of world civilizations giving an overall view of contributions made by these civilizations from ancient times to 1715.
3
HIST 1060 World History II
A chronological study of world civilizations giving an overall view of contributions made by these civilizations from 1715 to the present day.
3
HIST 2010 American History I
A survey of American history from the age of discovery through the Civil War. Emphasis on political, economic, and social problems in the growth of the American nation.
3
HIST 2020 American History II
A survey of American history from the Civil War to the present. Emphasis on political, economic, and social problems accompanying America's rise as an industrialized world power.
3

Mathematics 3-5 Credit Hours

select one from list or any other higher level of college math
Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
MATH 1100 Foundations of Mathematics
This course is designed to give the students a survey of mathematics topics including set theory, logic, geometry and dimensional analysis, financial calculations and management graph theory, probability and statistics. Main emphasis will be the application of problem solving methods while studying topics.
3
MATH 1140 Intermediate Algebra
Development of the real numbers as a working replacement set for equations and expressions. Main emphasis is placed on algebraic operations related to polynomials, rational expressions and equations, radical expressions and equations, exponential expressions, and logarithmic expressions. Concepts of relations and functions are introduced allowing for further study in math.
4
MATH 1150 College Algebra
This course is a study of equations and inequalities; functions and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential logarithmic functions; systems of equations and inequalities.
3

Natural Science 4 Credit Hours

Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
BIOS 1010 General Biology
Introduction to the major biological concepts: ecosystem dynamics, cell structure and function, cell division, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, and genetics, as well as a variety of laboratory techniques.
4

Oral Communication 3 Credit Hours

must earn a C or above
Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
SPCH 1110 Public Speaking
This course will assist the student to master the skills required of speaking in today's workplace. It will focus on the organization, preparation, research, and evidence needed for a presentation that is tailored to fit the audience. The course will enhance the student\'s listening skills which will assist them in everyday situations.
3

Social Science 3 Credit Hours

select one
Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
POLS 1000 American Government
A study of the functioning of the political system through an analysis and application of its underlying theories.
3
GEOG 1020 World Regional Geography
Regional survey of world's political units and theoretical framework for understanding geographical phenomena and problems with emphasis on relationship of human activities and physical environment.
3
ECON 2110 Principles of Macroeconomics
Introduction to the nature and concepts of economics. Topics include economic systems, measurement and analysis of aggregate variables such as national income, expenditures, fiscal and monetary policy, employment, and inflation. Other policies for macroeconomic stabilization and growth are evaluated.
3

Written Communication 3 Credit Hours

ENGL 1010 required - must earn a C or above
Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
ENGL 1010 English Composition I
Designed to develop writing skills. Students write papers and essays which emphasize the importance of clarity, idea development, focus, organization, word choice, logic and sentence construction. The process of planning, writing, revising, and editing essays for a particular audience and basic research-related skills are also emphasized.
3

Suggested Elective Courses

Electives 10 Credit Hours

Course NumberCourse NameCredit Hours
ECED 1160 Early Language and Literacy
This course will focus on the development of literacy and language skills from birth to age eight. The student will plan and prepare developmentally appropriate language and literacy activities.
3
ENGL 2100 Introduction to Literature
This course introduces students to the major genres and conventions associated with literature. It includes fiction, poetry, drama and memoir. By employing critical reading and thinking skills and analytical and creative writing skills, students will understand literature more fully. The course exposes students to a range of authors representing a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
3
FREN 1200 Elementary French I
Introduction to the grammatical and conversational study of French.
4
FREN 1210 Elementary French II
Continuation of FREN1200 with more intense concentration on verbs and conversation.
4
LIBR 1310 Library Orientation And Usage
General course in the use of books and libraries for all college students. Emphasizes locating and using the automated card catalog, on-line databases, and reference materials.
1
PSYC 1000 Human Relations
Exposure to practical information from psychology for use in everyday human relations and to improve communication skills.
2
SPAN 1200 Elementary Spanish I
An introduction to the grammatical and conversational study of the Spanish language. Emphasis on the history and culture of the Spanish speaking world.
4
SPAN 1210 Elementary Spanish II
A continuation of the grammatical and conversational study of the Spanish language. Emphasis on reading Spanish at a literary level.
4

Take this classNote to Current Students

We strongly recommend that you review your course schedule with your advisor and consult the college catalog for specific program requirements.