The best way to a liberal education is through the integration of the greatest works and ideas the world has produced. This course provides an overview of this contemporary meaning of the liberal arts and shows how interdisciplinary studies fits into it. The course is taught by a faculty from a wide range of disciplines with many guest speakers. It provides a liberal arts overview and interpretation for technology-oriented programs for all students enrolled in paired courses and coordinated studies. A broad spectrum of topics are presented by a variety of speakers focusing on the relationship between the individual and local, regional, national and global issues.
Subjects assist students in awareness of self and others, as well as in values clarification.
Students will learn to recognize personal attitudes and choose positive attitudes which result in positive successful living. Content includes human relations, attitude awareness, planning and self-management, personality development, group dynamics, communication and problem solving. A seminar course to support various learning activities that assist students in the development of personal, professional and educational goals. Instructors may choose from a menu of topics to be presented. Course content will vary depending on the number of credits and instructional areas chosen.