Dr. Joe Gillespie, Dean

E. J. Howell Building, Room 105
(254) 968-9089
http://www.tarleton.edu/~coe

Dr. Sara Tyler, Certification Officer
(254) 968-9817

Dr. Jill Burk, Director
Tarleton Center for Professional Development of Educators
(254) 968-9809

The College of Education includes the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, the Department of Educational Administration, Counseling, and Psychology, and the Department of Health and Physical Education. The mission of the College of Education is to provide students in health and physical education, professional education, and other human services with a quali ty education through academic, cultural, and leadership experiences, and to provide leadership through scholarship and service to the extended community and professions. Programs in the College of Education prepare students for challenging, gratifying, and socially significant careers.
Degree programs offered include the Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Studies; Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies; Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Master of Science with majors in educational psychology and counseling psychology; and the Master of Education degree with majors in curriculum and instruction, educational administration, physical education, and counseling. Several teaching endorsements and professional certificates are also offered in conjunction with different academic departments.
In addition to its teaching function, the college has a strong service commitment to public schools, human service agencies, and the University Interscho lastic League. Each year the college plays host to a variety of professional development institutes for educators and interscholastic events for public schools. Tarleton professors actively provide consultation and technical assistance to schools and human service agencies.
Please consult the section on undergraduate degree requirements on pp. 46-48.

TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM

Teacher Education is one of the major programs at Tarleton State University. It e mphasizes broad general education as a foundation for mastery of teaching skills and specialized knowledge in an academic discipline. The primary purpose of teacher education is to prepare highly qualified teachers for Texas and the nation. The goal of Tarleton State University's Teacher Education Program is to develop teachers who:
1. possess appropriate knowledge and abilities in specific content areas or teaching fields;
2. communicate effectively with students, parents, and other professionals;
3. apply the principles of instructional planning in the development of curriculum;
4. use effective teaching practices;
5. formally and informally evaluate student performance and use results of such assessment in the instructional decision-making process;
6. promote critical thinking and participatory citizenship;
7. are skilled in the use of instructional technology;
8. are proficient in mathematical skills;
9. operate within the legal guidelines and uphold the ethics of the teaching profession;
10. demonstrate concern for students' general welfare; and
11. are committed to continued professional growth and development.
Passing scores on the Texas Academic Skills Program (TASP) Test or Stamford Achievement Test (for students who are deaf) must be achieved prior to enrolling in any teacher education course work or being admitted to an alternative certification program. There are exemptions to the TASP based on ACT, SAT, or TAAS scores. Any student exempt from TASP based on these scores will not be required to take the TASP for admission to the Teacher Education Program. Any other TASP exemptions must be approved by the Certification Officer.

ADMISSION TO THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM
Secondary and All-Level Certification
1. Formal application for admission to the Teacher Education Program should be made by the student during the first semester of the junior year while enrolled in EDU 3303. Application deadlines are October 15 for the fall semester, February 15 for the spring semester, and June 15 for the summer. Formal admission to this program shall be a prerequisite to taking any professional development courses beyond EDU 3303.
2. The student must supply the following documents:
a. Application for admission to the Teacher Education Program
b. A completed and signed Acknowledgment and Responsibility Form
c. A $20 application fee.
The student must have completed 60 semester hours toward a degree not including developmental courses.
3. The following criteria must be met for admission to the Teacher Education
Program:
a. Minimum GPA of 2.6 (on a 4.00 scale) on all courses in the following areas: professional development, teaching field(s), delivery system, or endorsements
b. Minimum GPA of 2.6 on all courses listed on the secondary certificate plan
c. No grade low er than C on professional education course work
d. No grade lower than a C in any course in teaching field(s), delivery system, specialization, or endorsements
e. Verification of TASP requirements
f. Completion of EDU 3303 and PSY 3033 with a grade of C or better
g. Completion of 12 hours of required English with a grade of C or better in each course
h. Completion of University Writing Proficiency requirement
i. Evidence of good moral character and the menta l, emotional, and physical ability to function effectively in a classroom
j. Departments may require documented professional development and/or
leadership activities. Check with individual departments for requirements.
k. Completion of COMS 1013 or its equivalent with a grade of B or better
l. Completion of the prescribed critical thinking skills test while enrolled in EDU 3303, Professional Development I
m. Approval of the Teacher Education Council based on recomm endations from the department head of the student's teaching field(s), areas of specialization, delivery system, or endorsements and the Director of Teacher Education.
4. The applicant will receive written notification from the chair of the Teacher Education Council regarding his/her acceptance into the Tarleton Teacher Education Program.

Note: In accordance with Article 6252-13c, Texas Civil Statutes, the State Board for Educator Certification may refuse to issue a teachi ng certificate for a person who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor for a crime that directly relates to the duties and responsibilities of the teaching profession. Clarification should be obtained when seeking admission to the Teacher Education Program. All information will be treated in confidence.

Interdisciplinary Studies and Elementary Certification
1. Formal application for admission to the Teacher Education Program should be made by the student duri ng the first semester of the junior year while enrolled in EDU 3303. Application deadline dates are October 15 for the fall semester, February 15 for the spring semester, and June 15 for the summer. Formal admission to this program shall be prerequisite to taking any professional development courses beyond EDU 3303.
2. The student must submit the following items in a manila folder to the Office of Admissions for Teacher Certification:
a. Checklist for application packet (fo und in Handbook for Teacher Certification)
b. Completed application (found in Handbook for Teacher Certification)
c. $20 fee (if paid by check, make payable to Tarleton) attached to the application
d. Acknowledgment/Responsibility Form (dated and with all signatures)
e. Substitution form (if applicable; dated and with all signatures)
f. Online degree/certificate audit
g. Reference/Acknowledgment Form (found in Handbook for Teacher Certification) with 2 typed res ponses to items 1 and 2
h. 3 letters of recommendation; one must be from a faculty member outside the Department of Curriculum and Instruction
3. The following criteria must be met for admission to the Teacher Education Program as an Interdisciplinary Studies major.
a. Minimum 2.6 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) and no grade lower than C in all courses in the following areas: professional development, emphasis area(s), reading, and endorsements
b. Minimum GPA of 2.6 on all c ourses listed on the certification plan
c. Verification of TASP requirements
d. Completion of EDU 3033 and PSY 2203 or 3033 with a grade of C or better
e. Completion of 12 hours of required English with a grade of C or better in each course
f. Completion of University Writing Proficiency requirement
g. Completion of COMS 1013 or its equivalent with a grade of B or better
h. Completion of prescribed critical thinking skills test
i. Completion of MATH 1073 or higher
j. Evidence of good moral character and the mental, emotional, and physical ability to function effectively in a classroom
k. Recommendation from the Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Recommendation for Admission to Teacher Education: Interviews will be conducted by two-member teams comprised of Tarleton State University faculty and invited public school educators. Students will be asked questions similar to what might be asked in a job intervie w, and the responses will be evaluated according to established interview criteria (oral communication, thought processes, leadership potential, and human interaction). Students should expect interviews to last approximately 15-20 minutes.
After the interviews, the candidates will be given a prompt to respond to in writing. Candidates will also be allowed to provide in writing any explanations or additional thoughts that might have occurred after the interview. The writing sa mples will be graded according to the established criteria (mechanics, organization of content, and appropriateness of content).
Only those applicants who are selected by the Interdisciplinary Studies Admissions Committee and have maintained the above academic standards will be recommended for admission to the Tarleton Teacher Education Program. At the beginning of the semester following selection, the Tarleton Teacher Education Council will vote on recommended candidates for admi ssion to the Program. Should limitations on resources require restrictions to be placed on the number of students admitted in a given semester or year, the Teacher Education Council will admit students based on a total score which is an aggregate of all the above criteria. Students not admitted must reapply.

RETENTION IN THE TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM
Retention in the Teacher Education Program requires maintenance of standards required for admission, plus evidence of satisfactory academic progress and professional development. If the above-stated criteria for admission and retention are not maintained, a student will receive written notification from the Director of Teacher Education, and he/she will be placed on probation for one semester. If the deficiency is not corrected by the end of the probationary period, the student will be removed from the program and must reapply for admission to the Teacher Education Program to be eligible for enroll ment in additional professional education courses.
Tarleton State University reserves the right to monitor a student's professional ethics according to those standards specified in the Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Education (adopted by the Teachers' Professional Practice Commission, revised March 1, 1998) as it relates to the performance of his or her role as a student teacher or in a field-based activity in the elementary or secondary schools. Appropriate d isciplinary action, which may include removal from the Teacher Education Program, may be instituted for violations of ethical conduct or professionalism.

ADMISSION TO STUDENT TEACHING <www.tarleton.edu/~teacherfield>
Prior to admission to student teaching, one must have been admitted to the Tarleton Teacher Education Program (see "Admission to the Teacher Education Program" in this section of t he catalog). Students are urged to study requirements for admission and retention in the program. Application for student teaching must be submitted to the Director of Field Experiences no later than October 15 of the fall semester or February 15 of the spring semester prior to the corresponding fall or spring semester in which the student expects to student teach. (i.e., Application for student teaching must be submitted one year before the semester in which the student expects to s tudent teach.)
Candidates for certification who do not satisfactorily complete student teaching are automatically dropped from the Teacher Education Program. In order to regain eligibility for student teaching and be recommended for certification, a candidate must reapply and be admitted to the Teacher Education Program.
To be admitted to student teaching, all admission requirements to the Tarleton Teacher Education Program must be maintained. Moreover, the following requiremen ts must be completed:

Early Childhood Through Grade 4 Generalist*
1. Senior classification and prior admission to the Teacher Education Program;
2. Completion of EDU 3303, 3353, 3943, 3963, 3043, EDSP 3613, and 6 hours of required Human Sciences courses with a minimum GPA of 2.6 and no grade lower than C
3. Completion of at least 16 hours of Generalist coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.6 and no grade lower than C
4. Completion of RDG 3113, 3843, 40 93, and 4103 and ENGL 3503 with a minimum GPA of 2.6 and no grade lower than C
5. Completion of at least 75% of any endorsement coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.6 and no grade lower than C
6. A GPA of 2.6 on all course work that is listed and has been completed on the certificate plan
7. Formal approval of the Tarleton Teacher Education Council
8. Removal of all incomplete grades prior to the first day of the semester in which student teaching is done; and
9. Presentation and/or documentation of acceptable professional development and leadership activities. Requirements are available from the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, E.J. Howell Building Room 320.

* It is recommended that students be within 12 hours of completing certification and degree requirements, excluding EDU 4906 and EDU 4353.

Grades 4-8 Middle School Emphases
1. Senior classification and prior admission to the Teacher Education Progr am
2. Completion of EDU 3303, 3353, and 4303 with a minimum GPA of 2.6 and no grade lower than a C
3. Completion of at least 20 hours of coursework in a single academic emphasis with a minimum GPA of 2.6 and no grade lower than C, or completion of at least 42 hours in composite emphases coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.6 and no grade lower than C
4. Completion of at least 15 hours of reading with a minimum GPA of 2.6 and no grade lower than C
5. Completion o f at least 75% of any endorsement coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.6 and no grade lower than C
6. A GPA of at least 2.6 on all coursework that has been completed from the certificate plan
7. Formal approval of the Tarleton Teacher Education Council
8. Removal of all incomplete grades prior to the first day of the semester in which student teaching is done; and
9. Presentation and/or documentation of acceptable professional development and leadership activities. Information about requirements is available in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, E.J. Howell Building Room 320.

Secondary and All-Level
1. Senior classification and prior admission to the Teacher Education Program;
2. Completion of EDU 3303, 3353, 4303, PSY 3033, and RDG 3513 with a minimum GPA of 2.6 and no grade lower than C in professional education courses;
3. No grade lower than a C and a minimum grade point average of 2.6 in the teaching fiel d, specialization, delivery system, or endorsements.
4. Completion of at least 75 percent of the hours in each teaching field, delivery system, specialization, or endorsements. Specific information may be obtained in the Office of Field Experiences.
5. A GPA of 2.6 on all course work that is listed and has been completed on the certificate plan;
6. Formal approval of the Teacher Education Council;
7. Removal of all incomplete grades prior to the first day of class of the semester during which student teaching is done; and
8. Presentation and/or documentation of acceptable professional development and leadership activities. Requirements are available from individual departments.

PLACEMENT OF STUDENT TEACHERS
The Tarleton Center for Professional Development of Educators (TCPDE) governs the placement of student teachers. Student teaching must be accomplished under supervision of Tarleton State University in a school approved by the TCPDE.

OBTAINING A TEACHING CERTIFICATE
Upon completion of all degree and certification requirements, students must apply through the Tarleton Certification Office for their teaching certificate. Application forms may be obtained from the Office of Teacher Certification (Administration Annex, Room 101) and must be returned to this office with a money order in the appropriate amount, payable to Tarleton State University. Upon receipt and review of the completed application for a teaching certificate and copies of passing ExCET scores, Tarleton State University will recommend the applicant to the state for the appropriate certificate.
In addition to degree requirements, students must attain passing scores on the Examination for the Certification of Educators in Texas (ExCET). The ExCET is taken during the last semester of course work or immediately following completion of degree and certificate requirements. Because Tarleton State Univers ity must verify eligibility for the ExCET, students should consult with their academic advisors or the Certification Officer to determine which exams to take and when to take them. Registration forms for the ExCET are available in the Office of Admissions and Certification.
Due to the Accountability System for Educator Preparation (ASEP), students failing the ExCET on their second attempt will not be certified to retake the ExCET on their third and subsequent attempts unless t he academic department representing the discipline in which the test was failed gives its permission. Departments may choose to require remediation before the student is granted permission to register for the test.

DEFICIENCY PLANS
At the printing of this catalog, the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) has approved a transitional permit replacing deficiency plans. Pending approval of the State Board of Education in the Spring of 2001, the transi tional permit may become effective June 1, 2001. Please contact the Office of Admissions and Certification for current information.
Tarleton State University may provide a deficiency plan for an individual who seeks certification while teaching in a public school. A processing fee of $50.00 will be charged for the preparation of each deficiency plan. The Certification Officer will prepare a deficiency plan using the following guidelines:
1. The applicant must hold a bachelo r's degree from an accredited college or university;
2. The applicant must meet all criteria for admission to the Tarleton Teacher Education Program at the time that the deficiency plan is issued;
3. An applicant who wants a deficiency plan in counseling or educational diagnostician should contact his or her advisor for additional departmental requirements.

Please contact the Certification Officer for information concerning forms and documentation necessary for preparat ion of a deficiency plan.

TRANSFER STUDENTS
Tarleton State University welcomes students who transfer credits from other universities or neighboring community colleges. Persons seeking elementary certification will work toward the Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies. Each will be assigned to a specific academic advisor to evaluate transfer credits and plan a course of study. Transfer students should contact the Department of Curriculum and Instruction (E .J. Howell Building Room 320; phone (254) 968-9097).
Transfer students working toward secondary certification will be advised in the academic department of their major. Information about education courses and secondary certification requirements may be obtained in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction Office (E.J. Howell Building, Room 320; Phone (254) 968-9097).
Policies governing the acceptance of transfer course work for credit toward teacher certification include the following:
1. All transfer students are required to submit official transcripts to the University Admissions Office for analysis. The Certification Officer will require official transcripts to develop certification plans for students already possessing a bachelor's degree.
2. Transfer students from other Texas institutions and institutions in other states are expected to meet Tarleton's program requirements for certification.
3. Academic advisors and the Certificati on Officer reserve the right to disallow course work on certification plans that is more than seven years old. Because of changing certification requirements, it is possible that previous course work taken for certification will not count toward the current application.
4. Typically, students will not be allowed to transfer more than three hours of professional developmental (education) course work into the program at Tarleton and will be required to meet all institutional require ments for the degree and certification.
5. A minimum of one-third of the semester hours required in each teaching field or areas of specialization sought must be completed at Tarleton.
6. Individuals who have a degree, but are not certified, will be evaluated for certification requirements by the Certification Officer (Administration Annex, Room 101; phone (254) 968-9817), who also evaluates credentials of individuals with expired certificates. A $50 deficiency plan fee wil l be charged per deficiency plan. The transitional permit may replace the deficiency plan effective June 1, 2001 (see p. 132).

Note: Individuals who have a degree and a valid teaching certificate from another state and who seek Texas teacher certification must apply directly to the State Board for Educator Certification to obtain their credentials.

TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY WARRANTY
FOR FIRST-YEAR TEACHERS

Because Tarleton State University believes that teacher education is a collaborative process between the University and public schools, and because this University is dedicated to achieving excellence in teacher education, the teaching performance of all Tarleton State University graduates is warranted by the University. Should a graduate of Tarleton's Teacher Education Program receive a Texas Teacher Appraisal System domain (I-IV) rating that is less than "satisfactory" on his/her annual appraisal, the University will provide additional professional development aimed at remediating deficiencies at no additional cost to the individual or district.

PROVISIONS
1. The warranty applies only to first-year Texas teachers who graduated from Tarleton State University in the preceding 12 months.
2. To be eligible for the professional development program, the teacher must have received a domain rating(s) of below expectation or unsatisfactory on his/her annual appraisal.
3. All reque sts for services must be in writing from the superintendent of schools.
4. In cooperation with the independent school district, a professional growth plan will be developed, and the requirements of the plan will be addressed in the professional development program.
5. The program will be limited to one summer and will not include the cost of room and board.

Department of Curriculum & Instruction

Dr. Ann Calahan, Head

E.J. Howell Building, Room 320
(254) 968-9097

Professors: Bradberry, Burk, Lamb, Larmer
Associate Professors: Calahan, Whitley
Assistant Professors: Anderson, Harris,
L. Hawke, M. Hawke, Hay, Jinkins, Lindsey,
Lipford, Mackey, Reven, Smith, Tyler
Instructor: Guthrie

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction offers the Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies as the degree leading to teacher certification at the elementary level of Early Childhood through Grade 4 and at the middle school level of Grades 4 through 8. Through this degree, students choosing early childhood certification obtain a broad-based content preparation with a strong emphasis on language arts and reading. At the middle school level, certification areas include Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Composite certifications are als o offered in Language Arts/Social Studies and Math/Science. Endorsements are available in Generic Special Education, English as a Second Language (ESL), and at the graduate level in Gifted and Talented Education Application for admission to the Tarleton Teacher Education Program must be made during the first semester of the junior year while enrolled in Education 3303. Requirements for admission, retention, and admission to student teaching are described on pp. 127-131 of this catalo g. Prior to enrolling in any teacher education course work, students must pass all parts of the TASP test and complete 60 hours of coursework.

SECONDARY EDUCATION
Students working toward secondary certification will pursue a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree with a major and minor, if applicable, in academic disciplines. Students will also take professional education courses to meet certification requirements. While not offering a major in secondary educati on, the Department of Curriculum and Instruction does offer the courses required to obtain secondary-level certification.
Students obtain academic advisement for secondary certification programs in the department of their major. Application for admission to the Tarleton Teacher Education Program must be made during the first semester of the junior year while enrolled in Education 3303. Requirements for admission, retention, and admission to student teaching are described on pp . 129-131. Prior to enrolling in any teacher education course work, students must pass all parts of the TASP test.

ALTERNATIVE CERTIFICATION
The Tarleton Model for Accelerated Teacher Education (TMATE) is an alternative teacher certification program offered in Stephenville, Killeen, and Fort Worth. Its purpose is to prepare highly qualified individuals to serve as public school teachers in Texas. TMATE is not designed to replace or detract from the traditional c ertification program at Tarleton or any other university. TMATE is a collaborative teacher education program between Tarleton State University and public school districts in Texas.
TMATE is an alternative certification program designed for persons who have al-ready completed a baccalaureate degree and who have a record of exemplary academic achievement and/or work experience. Certification is earned through a combination of intensive summer course work coupled with a paid, year-lo ng internship in a teaching position with a public school. Internship is jointly sponsored and supervised by Tarleton State University and the participating school district. Interns develop professional teaching skills and values through the combination of University classes and practical classroom experience.
Through TMATE, teaching certificates may be earned at the secondary level (grades 6-12), elementary level (pre-kindergarten through grade 6), or generic special educatio n (pre-kindergarten through grade 12).

TMATE Entry Requirements
Grade point requirements for entering the TMATE program are more stringent than those of most other teacher education programs. TMATE applicants must present a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with an overall GPA of at least 2.75 and a GPA of 2.75 in the area of certification (teaching fields(s) for secondary applicants; a 24-semester hour composite of English, mathematics, soc ial science and laboratory science for elementary and special education applicants).
Applicants must also achieve a passing score on the Texas Academic Skills Program (TASP) test, the test of basic skills mandated by the State of Texas. An acceptable score on the general test of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required by Tarleton for admission to graduate school because TMATE is a post-baccalaureate program.
Concurrent to applying for admission to TMATE, applicants must also apply to a school district within a 125-mile radius of Tarleton to serve as a sponsor for the internship. Thus, applicants are subjected to a dual screening process: one conducted by the University and the other by the school district. After initial screening and acceptance by the University, services of the University Placement Office are available to applicants to assist in obtaining a placement for their internship.
Additional requirements also apply to TMATE applicants. P ersons interested in applying for the program should contact the TMATE Director, E.J. Howell Building, Room 108; phone (254) 968-9095.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES--ELEMENTARY EDUCATION

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies leads to teacher certification at the Early Childhood through Grade 4 and the Middle School Grades 4 through 8 levels. New standards recently developed by the State Board of Educator Certificati on (SBEC) provide the framework for Early Childhood through Grade 4 Generalist and Middle School Grades 4 through 8 in Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Language Arts/Social Studies, and Math/Science certification programs that have been approved at Tarleton State University.
The typical curriculum for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies requires (1) a minimum of 135 semester hours and (2) a minimum of 36 semester hours of advanced credit (3000 level or above).

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

Courses Required for Major

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.
*2 This course satisfies the visual and performing arts core curriculum requirement .

For Middle School Math Support Area

*3 This requirement may also be met by taking both MATH 1073 and 1093. This course satisfies the university core curriculum mathematics requirement.
*4 Any two of these courses satisfy the university lab science core curriculum requirement.

For Middle School Language Arts/Social Sciences Support Area

*5 One of these courses may be counted toward the social and behavioral sciences core curriculum requirement.
*6 This course may be counted toward the social and behavioral sciences core curriculum requirement.

SECONDARY CERTIFICATION

Students pursuing secondary certification must be in contact with the academic department of their intended major. Secondary certification programs are currently being developed to meet the new Texas Standards from the State Board of Educator Certification for grades 8 through 12.
Prior to enrolling in any teacher education course work, students must pass all parts of the TASP test and complete 60 hours of coursework.
A student seeking provisional certification to teach in secondary schools (grades 6-12) must earn a bachelor's degree in an academic department by completing:
1. 60 semester hours of academic foundations;
2. the specified courses in professional development;
3. a course in reading instruction; and
4. requirements in teaching field(s) or delivery system(s) selected.
A grade of C or better is required in all professional development courses and a GPA of 2.6 is required on all work in professional development and in the academic specialization(s) selected. Admission to the Teacher Education Program is a pre-requisite for enrollment in professional development courses beyond EDU 3303. The following courses must be completed prior to enrollment in student teaching: PSY 2203 or 3033; EDU 3303, 3353, and 4303; and RDG 3513. The recommended sequence for secondary education course work is listed below:
PSY 2203 or 3033 Required for admission to Tarleton Teacher Ed ucation Program
EDU 3303 First semester junior year. (See Tarleton Teacher Education Admission requirements.) Formal admission to the Teacher Education Program shall be a prerequisite to taking Professional Development courses beyond EDU 3303. All three parts of TASP test must be completed before enrolling in EDU 3303.
EDU 3353 Second semester junior year
RDG 3513 Must be completed before enrolling in EDU 4303
EDU 4303 First semester senior year
EDU 4353 and 49 06 (Student Teaching Semester Block) These courses must be taken concurrently during the semester of student teaching.
Those seeking secondary certification must seek advisement from the department of their academic major. (Refer to specific academic departments for typical curriculum.) Refer to pp. 127-131 of this catalog for specific requirements regarding: 1) admission to the Teacher Education Program; 2) retention in the Teacher Education Program; 3) admission of student teach ers; 4) placement of student teachers; and 5) obtaining a teaching certificate.

SECONDARY CERTIFICATION ACADEMIC OPTIONS
The State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC) has replaced options with Standards based on the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Academic departments at Tarleton State University are currently in the process of aligning academic programs with the new certificates approved by SBEC. The newly approved certificates for grades 8 through 12 include English Language Arts, Speech, Journalism, Social Studies, History, Science, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Physical Sciences/Mathematics/Engineering, Technology Applications, and Computer Sciences. All-level certifications in Physical Education, Music, and Art have also been approved. Additional certificates will be approved within the next two years.
Details for the new programs will be available from the academic departments. The options listed below may not be valid after Fall 2002.
Option I: This option shall prepare the individual to teach in grades 6-12 and requires completion of a minimum of 36 semester hours in a single teaching field with 21 semester hours of upper-division courses, with an additional 12 semester hours in a directly supporting field(s).
Option II: This option shall prepare the individual to teach in grades 6-12 and requires completion of two teaching fields with a minimum of 24 semester hours in each field and 12 semester hours of upper-division courses in each area unless otherwise specified.
Option III: This option shall prepare the individual to teach in grades 6-12 and requires completion of a minimum of 48 semester hours in a broad teaching field with 24 semester hours of upper-division courses.
Option IV: This option shall prepare the individual to teach in grades 6-12 and requires completion of a minimum of 48 semester hours in a composite teaching field wit h 24 semester hours in one area, 12 semester hours of which must be upper division. A minimum of 6 semester hours must be completed in each area.

Option I
ART: ART 1113, 1213, 2113, 2213, 2323, 2413, 3113, 3313, 3413 or 3423, 3513; 6 hours advanced ART as advised; F A 4013
CHEMISTRY: CHEM 1054, 1084, 2014, 2024, 3074, 3234, 4084, 4861,
7 hours advanced CHEM; MATH 1204, 2094; PHYS 1044 or 1224;
PHYS 1054 or 2424
ENGLISH: ENGL 1123, 3 hours sophomore l iterature (2103, 2203, or 2403), 2503, 3013, 3023, 3203, 4003, 4013, 4023, 4113, 4603; 3 hours from ENGL 3413, 3423, 4153; 14 hours foreign language
HISTORY: HIST 1013, 1023, 2013, 2023, 3043, 4403; 12 hours advanced HIST; 14 hours foreign language
LIFE-EARTH SCIENCE: GEOL 1054, 1064, 2034, 2053, 3103, 4861;
BIOL 1204, 1214, 4014, 4703; E S 3203, 3303, 3403, 3503
MATHEMATICS: MATH 1093, 1204, 1313, 2094, 2203, 3023, 3043, 3063, 3323, 4863; 9-11 hours advanced MAT H from 3214, 3603, 4063, 4093, 4204; CIS 3443
SPANISH: SPAN 1014, 1024, 2013, 2023; SPAN 3013 or 3023 as advised; SPAN 3033, 3043, 4003; 12 hours from SPAN 4013, 4023, 4853, 4863 (SPAN 4853 and 4863 may be repeated)

Option II
* ART: ART 1113, 1213, 2113, 2213, 2413, 3113, 3413 or 3423, 3513, 3313 or 4413
BIOLOGY: BIOL 1204, 1214, 2034, 3034, 3154, 3494, 4703, 3044 or 4014
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION: ACC 2033; ADMS 3193; FIN 1013; G B 1033,
3123, 4323, 4443; MGMT 3013
BUSINESS SECRETARIAL: ADMS 1053, 1063, 3153, 3163, 3183, 3193, 4133, 4143; ACC 2033
* CHEMISTRY: CHEM 1054, 1084, 2014, 3074, 4862, 6 hours advanced CHEM
* COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS: CIS 1033, 1043, 2023, 2123, 3213, 3513, 3303 or 3043; 6 hours from CIS 3463, 3893, 3053
* EARTH SCIENCE: GEOL 1054, 1064, 2034, 4861; 9 hours from E S 3203,
3303, 3403, 3503; 3 hours advanced GEOL or E S;
ECONOMICS: ECO 2013, 2023, 3013, 3023, 3033, 4013; 6 hours advanced ECO
ENGLISH: 3 hours from ENGL 2103, 2203, 2403; ENGL 2503, 3013, 3023, 3203 or 4113, 4003, 4013, 4023, 4603
HISTORY: HIST 1013, 1023, 2013, 2023, 3043, 4403; 12 hours advanced HIST
* LIFE-EARTH SCIENCE: GEOL 1054, 1064, 4861; BIOL 1204, 1214, 4703;
6 hours from E S 3203, 3303, 3403, 3503; 4 hours BIOL; 3 hours advanced
BIOL, GEOL or E S
* MATHEMATICS: MATH 1093, 1204, 1313, 2094, 2113, 2203, 3023, 3043, 3063,
4863
PHYSICAL EDUCATI ON: P ED 2003, 2303, 3103, 3123, 3803, 4163, 4203, 4803, 1192; HLTH 2313
* PHYSICAL SCIENCE: CHEM 1054, 1084, 2014, 4861; PHYS 1224, 2063,
2424; 6 hours advanced CHEM and/or PHYS
* PHYSICS: PHYS 1224, 2063, 2424, 3343; 10 hours advanced PHYS
POLITICAL SCIENCE: POLS 2013, 2023; 18 hours advanced POLS
SPANISH: SPAN 2013, 2023; SPAN 3013 or 3023 as advised; SPAN 3033, 3043,
4003; 6 hours from SPAN 4013, 4023, 4853 (SPAN 4853 may be repeated)
SPEECH COMMUNIC ATION: COMS 1023 or 2033; COMS 2013, 2133, 3033, 3043, 3053, 4063, 4853
* THEATRE ARTS: THEA 1053, 1063, 1072, 1081, 2013, 2033, 2043, 3023,
4003, 4023, 4043; F A 1353

* Second teaching field only.

Option III
BUSINESS COMPOSITE: ADMS 1053, 1063, 3153, 3163, 3183, 3193, 4133, 4143; ACC 2033; MGMT 3013; G B 1033, 3123, 4323; CIS 1043, 4093; FIN 1013
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION: I T 1053, 1063, 1173, 2053, 2143, 2153, 2253, 3143, 3173, 3233, 3273, 3333, 3 353, 3503, 3933, 4053

Option IV
HOME ECONOMICS: HS 1023, 1053, 1101, 2023, 2053, 2103, 3003,
3013, 3043, 3053 or 4093, 3063, 3093 or 3163, 3113, 3123, 3253, 3333,
4013 or 4063, 4043, 4073, 4453, 4476,ENGL 2303

SCIENCE (BIOLOGY) COMPOSITE: BIOL 1204, 1214, 2034, 3034, 3154,
3494, 3044 or 4014, 4703; CHEM 1054, 1084, 2014, 4861; PHYS 1044, 1054,
2063; GEOL 1054, 1064, 4851; 6 hours E S
SCIENCE (GEOSCIENCES) COMPOSITE: GEOL 1054, 1064, 1 074, 2034, 4861; 9 hours from E S 3203, 3303, 3403, 3503; 2 hours advanced GEOL or E S; BIOL 1204, 1214, 4014, 4703; CHEM 1054, 1084, 2014, 4861; PHYS 1044, 1054, 2063
SOCIAL STUDIES: ECO 2013, 2023; 6 hours from GEOG 1103, 1203, 2013, 2023; HIST 1013, 1023, 2013, 2023, 3043, 4403; 12 hours advanced HIST; POLS 2013, 2023; 6 hours advanced POLS
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION: Vocational Human Sciences; Vocational
Agriculture

All-Level Option I
MUSIC:

Ensemble 1011 or 1021, 3011 or 3021
Applied Music 1312, 1322, 2312, 2322, 3312, 3322
Music Theory I & II 1474, 1484
Music Theory III & IV 2474, 2484
Twentieth Century Theory 3492
Instrumentation 4482
String Class 2262 or Diction 2332
Woodwind Class 2272 or Diction 2342
Brass Class 2282 and Percussion Class 2291 or Choral Techniques 3353
Music Survey 1261
Developmental Musical Experiences 3153

Performance Practices 3163
Conducting I & II 3112, 3122
History of Music I, II, & III 3263, 3273, 3283
Recital 4331
Pedagogy in Applied Music 4442 or Fundamentals of Drill Design 4422

All-Level Option II
ALL-LEVEL PHYSICAL EDUCATION: P ED 2003, 2183, 2303, 2503, 3103, 3403, 3803, 4163, 4203, 4803, 1192; HLTH 2313, 3513

Department of Educational Administration,
Counseling, & Psychology

Dr. Bob Newby, Head

E.J. Howell Building, Room 320
(254) 968-9090
(888) 968-9945

Professors: Beach, Duncan, Floyd, McCabe, Moseley, Newby
Associate Professors: Albrecht, Littleton, Weissenburger
Assistant Professors: Bucher, Cameron, Cauble, Coulton
Dougherty, Dudley, Higham, LaBauve, LaPierre,
McNaughten, Rynearson
Instructor: Gibson

The Department of Educational Administration, Counseling, and Psychology offers degree and certification programs in each of its three discipline areas. A Master of Education degree in Educational Administration is available to those students interested in obtaining principal certification. In addition, the department provides coursework leading to the Superintendent certification. The department also participates in a cooperative doctoral program in Educational Administration with Texas A&M University - Commerce. In Counseling, the department provides coursework leading to a Master of Education degree in Counseling and School Counselor certification. In Psychology, the department offers programs of study leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, the Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology, and the Master of Science degree in Educational Psychology. In Counseling and Psychology, coursework is provided to meet the requirements for the Licensed Professional Counselor and the Associate School Psychologist. To obtain information about these programs, students should contact the Department of Educational Administration, Counseling, and Psychology, E.J. Howell Building, Room 320; phone 254-968-9090 or toll-free (888) 968-9945.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
IN PSYCHOLOGY

Courses Required for BS in Psychology

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.
*2 These courses satisfy university core curriculum lab science requirement.
*3 Counts toward university core curriculum requirement for social and behavioral sciences.
*4 See p. 375 for PSY course descriptions.

Department of Health & Physical Education

Dr. Steve Crews, Interim Head

Wisdom Gym
(254) 968-9186

Professors: Gillespie, Newsome, Priest, Simpson
Associate Professor: Sadler
Assistant Professors: Crews, Giles, Green
Instructors: Allen, Bow, Cummings, Felan, Foster, Hooten, Martin, McElroy, McKay, McMillan, Reisman, Whitten, Wright

The mission of the Department of Health and Physical Education is to provide qu ality educational opportunities related to movement and health, provide leadership experiences through service, and promote the total well being of students not only for a career but for a lifetime.
The Department of Health and Physical Education (HPE) offers programs in secondary and all-level certification with specialization in Physical Education and a curriculum for majors on a non-certified basis. Courses are also offered in Physical Education for specialization in elementary teacher certification. An athletic training program leading to state licensure is available through the Sports Medicine Program within the Department of HPE. Specific course requirements for becoming an athletic trainer may be obtained in the office of the Director of Sports Medicine. Exercise and Sport Studies majors are required to exhibit departmental standards of health-related fitness. Exercise and Sport Studies majors are also required to participate in leadership/professional development activities. Specific requirements may be obtained in the Department of Health and Physical Education.
The purpose of Physical Education activity courses is to develop skills and attitudes that will carry over into later life as well as develop physical fitness in the student. Repetition of any of these courses for credit must be approved by the Head of the Physical Education Department.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
IN EXERCISE AND SP ORT STUDIES

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.

Courses Required for BS in Exercise and Sport Studies

Additional Courses Required for Support Areas

*2 See p. 367 for P ED course descriptions.
*3 These courses satisfy lab sciences core curriculum requirement.
*4 Certification requirements will change effective in Fall 2002 due to ch anges in the ExCET exam.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION - COEDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY COURSES
(basic fee of $5.00):
1102. Archery. (1-2)
1122. Bowling. (1-2) *1
1162. Social Dance. (1-2)
1172. Scuba. (1-2) *2
1182. Golf. (1-2)
1192. Conditioning and Fitness. (1-2)
1202. Fitness Walking. (1-2)
1222. Racquetball. (1-2)
1232. Beginners Swimming. (1-2)
1242. Intermediate Swimming. (1-2)
1282. Tennis-Badminton . (1-2)
1292. Team Sports. (1-2)
1322. Weight Training. (1-2)
1332. Beginning Aerobic Dance. (1-2)
1342. Advanced Aerobic Dance. (1-2)
1352. Water Aerobics. (1-2) *3
1402. Texan Star Drill Team. (1-2)
1502. Varsity Athletics. (1-2)
1512. Varsity Athletics. (1-2)

*1 Additional fee for this course.
*2 Student must be in good health and able to swim and must pay a special fee.
*3 Student should have basic swimming prof iciencies.

COLLEGE OF LIBERAL & FINE ARTS

Dr. Donald L. Zelman, Dean

Davis Hall, Room 111
(254) 968-9141

The College of Liberal and Fine Arts has two missions: first, to provide the courses in the humanities, social sciences, and arts that comprise part of the core curriculum required of all University students; and second, to provide major fields of study in the a bove areas and in criminal justice and social work.
Degree programs available in the College of Liberal and Fine Arts provide the base required for professional and related fields. They also include specialized programs that are professionally oriented and lead to careers in such fields as teaching, criminal justice, social work, and the performing arts. The College of Liberal and Fine Arts is organized into four departments:

I. English and Languages, including Foreign Lan guages.
II. Fine Arts and Communications, including Music, Art, Theatre, and Communications.
III. Social Sciences, including History, Political Science, Geography, and Philosophy.
IV. Social Work, Sociology, and Criminal Justice.

Department of English & Languages

Dr. Mallory Young, Head

Humanities Building, Room 327
(254) 968-9039

Professor s: Alexander, Christopher, Pilkington, Popken, Young
Associate Professors: Robitaille, Shipman
Assistant Professors: Barrett, Böhm, Chappell,
Dodson, Godwin, Konvicka, Lilly, Tanter
Instructors: Beaty, Brister, Giustino, McCutchen, Mollick,
Newsome, Otwell, Smith, Tober, Weatherby, Wilterding

The Department of English and Languages offers programs of study leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree--either with or without secondary certification--with o ptions in English and Spanish, and an emphasis in technical writing. Minors are offered in English, technical writing, Spanish, and French. On the graduate level the Master of Arts degree is offered in English. (For further information about graduate programs, see the graduate section of this catalog.)

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
IN ENGLISH

Courses Required for BA in English

Additional Courses Required for Support Areas

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.
*2 The course to satisfy this requirement may be specified for a particular support area.
*3 This course may be counted toward the core curriculum requirement.
*4 See p. 317 for ENGL course descriptions.
*5 With approval of Technical Writing Coordinator

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
IN SPANISH

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.

Courses Required for BA in Spanish

*1 This course may be counted toward the core curriculum requirement.
*2 See p. 385 for SPAN course descriptions.

Department of Fine Arts & Communications

Mr. Richard Denning, Head

105 Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center
(254) 968-9245

Professor: Rives
Associate Professors: Davidian, Denning, Elkins, Howard, Park
Assistant Professors: Ball, Davis, Holtorf, Kyriakos, Seelig, Stavish
Instructors: Bowman, Chambers, Holley, Hooper,
Horton, Kincannon, Reynolds

The Department of Fine Arts and Communications offers programs in art, communications, music, and theatre. The department offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Art (either with or without secondary certification), a Bachelor of Music in Music Education with all-level certification, a Bachelor of Arts Degre e in Music, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications, a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications (with or without certification), and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre.
The department also offers minors in four areas: art, communications, music, and theatre. Recommendations concerning a student's minor and course requirements are made to the department head by academic advisors.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS DEGREE
IN ART

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.
*2 F A 1013 is required.
*3 HIST 1013, 1023 required for BFA in Art.

Courses Required for BFA in Art

*2 See p. 271 for ART course descriptions.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
IN COMMUNICATIONS

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.

Courses Required for BA in Communications

*2 See p. 300 for COMS course descriptions.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
IN COMMUNICATIONS

Courses Required for BS in Communications

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.
*2 See p. 300 for COMS course descriptions.

Additional Information for the BS in Communications with Certification:
1. No substitutions are allowed for any Communications course listed on certification plan.
     a. No Tarleton Communications course may substitute for another Tarleton Communications course.
     b. A transfer course must be a direct translation for a COMS course listed on the certification plan.
2. For admission to the teacher certification program, each certification candidate must pass a public speaking competency exercise upon completion of COMS 1013, 1023, or 3013, but no later than the first semester of the junior year.< br>    a. The presentation will be a 7-10 minute persuasive speech evaluated by three Communications faculty members.
   b. Student must pass the presentation with a combined score of 80 or better.
      i. If a student fails to complete the presentation with a score of 80 or better, he/she may request to repeat the presentation       within the same semester.
      ii. After one semester, any student wishing to repeat the public speaking requirement must present an alternative       presentation.
   c. The presentation will be judged for a variety of communication skills including organization, appropriate style of delivery for    subject matter, ability to communicate concepts to an audience clearly, articulation, and diction.
3. Before being allowed to take the ExCET, each candidate must pass the departmental "mock" ExCET examination in partial fulfillment of requirements for COMS 4853.
   a. Each student will take a mock exam based on the format for the ExCET.
   b. Students are required to pass each section of the mock exam with a grade of 80 percent or better before taking ExCET.
   c. A student who fails a section of the mock exam may retake just the failed section within the same semester.
   d. A student who does not successfully pass all parts of the mock exam within the semester of the initial exam will be required    to retake the entire mock examination.
4. Students seeking certification must meet with the COMS certification representative at least once a semester.
5. The departmental certification representative will review specific COMS requirements with each student. Candidates for certifica tion will then be required to sign an acknowledgment form.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
IN MUSIC

SOC 1013, 2013, 3033, PSY 1013, PHIL 1013, 2013, ECO 1013, 2013, A EC 1053, ARCH 2013,
GEOG 1103, 1203, 2013, HIST 1013, 1023

Required Courses for BA in Music

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF MUSIC DEGREE
ALL-LEVEL MUSIC OPTION I

Required Courses for Bachelor of Music Degree

*2 See p. 362 for MUSC course descriptions.
*3 For vocal music support area, electives are MUSC 2332, 2342, 3353, 4442. For instrumental music support area, electives are MUSC 2262, 2272, 2282, 2291, 4422.

ADMISSION TO DEGREE PROGRAMS IN MUSIC
To be admitted to the music program, students must fulfill the following conditions:
1. Pass a qualifying music theory test prior to the beginning of the student's first academic term in music. Students who do not pass must take MUSC 2133 and subsequently pass an aural skills examination.
2. Pass a qualifying performance test on the student's major instrument or voice
at the end of the semester in which he/she is enrolled in MUSC 1312.
3. Transfer students in music must also pass these tests for admission to the
music program as scheduled in consultation with the department head.

CURRICULUM REGULATIONS
1. Music courses can be taken as electives in any curriculum with concurrence of student's academic advisor.< br> 2. Student performers, even though not music majors, may take part in
ensembles, choir, band, and applied music, with department head approval.
3. Students enroll before receiving lesson assignments.
4. Individual instruction is given in 30-minute or one-hour periods.
5. Music majors must enroll in a major ensemble each semester they are enrolled and may have no fewer than 7 credit hours in a major ensemble for graduation.
6. Music students should become familia r with the Music Major Handbook and abide by the requirements therein. It is distributed at the beginning of each school year and is available in the department office.
7. A student Junior Recital is required of music majors in the junior year, and a Senior Recital is required in the senior year.
8. Typically, four and one-half years are required for completion of the Bachelor of Music degree with certification.

TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM
Formal application to the Teacher Education Program shall be made at the completion of the following:
1. 60 hours with a C average (2.6 GPA); developmental course hours do not count.
2. MUSC 1474, 1484, 2474, 2484, 8 hours of applied principal instrument with an average grade not lower than C (2.6); and acceptance into music program.
3. 12 hours English with a grade of C or better and MATH 1073 or 1083.

STUDENT TEACHING
In addition to education requirements, the following mu sic requirements must be completed prior to application for student teaching.
1. Piano Proficiency Examination
2. Sight Singing Proficiency Examination
3. Proficiency Examinations on Principal Instrument or Voice
4. MUSC 3111, 3121, 3153, and 3163
5. Recital requirements.

APPLIED MUSIC
Individual Instruction (Basic fee of $10)
Applied Music Concentration (1-0)
1312-1322. Applied Music
2312-2322. Applied Music
331 2-3322. Applied Music
4312-4322. Applied Music
Applied Music for Music Minors or Non-Majors (.5-0)
1211-1221. Applied Music
2211-2221. Applied Music
3211-3221. Applied Music
4211-4221. Applied Music

Sections:
10-19 Piano 90-99 Trumpet
20-29 Voice 100-109 Trombone
30-39 Flute 110-119 Baritone
40-49 Oboe 120-129 Bass
50-59 Clarinet 130-139 Percussion
60-69 Saxophone 140-149 Organ
70-79 Bassoon 150-159 Guitar
80-89 French Horn 160-169 Strings
220-229 Voice

Applied Music: Class Lessons (3-0)*
1511, 1521. Beginning Class Piano I, II
1611, 1621. Intermediate Class Piano I, II
1711, 1721. Beginning Class Guitar I, II
* Five hours of practice required weekly. Class piano is taught in an electronic piano lab that features individual instruments. No recital performance required.

All students of applied music pay a $10.00 practice fee each semester. Instrumen tal classes 2262, 2272, 2282, 2291 have an instrumental fee of $10.00 each. No additional charge is made for the minimum applied music instruction related to any degree program. Students requiring or desiring additional applied musical instruction will pay the following fees:
Private instruction--$25.00 per half hour
Class instruction--$13.00 per course

Ensembles
Ensemble membership is open to all University students who enroll in the ensemble courses numbered for their academic standing.
1011, 1021, 2011, 2021, 3011, 3021, 4011, 4021 (0-3)
SECTIONS
10 Symphonic Band
20 Jazz Ensemble I (Co-requisite Section 10)
30 University Singers
40 Chamber Choir (Co-requisite Section 30)
50 Woodwind Ensemble
60 Brass Ensemble
70 Musical Theatre
90 Piano Ensemble, Accompanying
100 Percussion Ensemble
120 Concert Band
130 Jazz Ensemble II

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS DEGREE
IN THEATRE

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.
*2 F A 1013 is required.

Required Courses for BFA in Theatre

*3 See p. 389 for THEA course descriptions.

Department of Social Sciences

Dr. Michael D. Pierce, Head

Humanities Building, Room 355
(254) 968-9021

Professors: Curtoys, Guthrie, Koestler,
Pierce, Price, Schmelzer, D. Zelman, P. Zelman
Associate Professors: Atkinson, Clifford, Cross, Cruz, Margolis
Assistant Professors: Davis, Jones, Walton

The Department of Social Sciences offers programs of study leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree in History, with or without certification; a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science, with or without certification, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science, with or without certification. Additionally, the department offers minors in History, Philosophy, and Political Science. On the graduate level, the Master of Arts degree is offered in Hist ory and Political Science.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
IN HISTORY

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.

Courses Required for BA in History

Additional Courses Required for Support Areas

*2 See p. 337 for HIST course descriptions.
*3 Consult with your academic advisor before selecting electives. Students who cannot prove computer literacy should take CIS 1033.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

Courses Required for BA in Political Science

*2 See p. 372 for POLS course descriptions.
*3 At least 18 hours of the electives and/or second major must be advanced. Students who cannot prove computer literacy should take CIS 1033.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.

Courses Required for BS in Political Science without Certification

*2 May be counted toward core curriculum requirements for social and behavioral sciences.
*3 See p. 372 for POLS course descriptions.

Department of Social Work, Sociology,
& Criminal Justice

Dr. Lori J. Anderson, Head

Humanities Building, Room 375
(254) 968-9024

Professor: Anderson
Associate Pr ofessor: Shigley
Assistant Professors: Crutsinger, Hall, Harrington,
Horne, Stanley-Stevens, Styron
Instructors: Holloway, Humeniuk

The Department of Social Work, Sociology, and Criminal Justice offers programs of study leading to a Bachelor of Social Work degree, a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK DEGREE

The principal educational objective of the program leading to a Bachelor of Social Work degree is preparation of students for generalist social work practice. This program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and qualifies graduates for the licensing examination for Social Work under Texas law. No academic credit is awarded for life experiences in this degree program.

*1 See p. 47 for additional information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.
*2 PHIL 1013 or 2013, ECO 2013 recommended for Social Work Majors

Courses Required for BSW

*3 See p. 387 for SWK course descriptions.
*4 These courses satisfy the lab science requirement of the core curriculum.

CURRICULUM FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
IN SOCIOLOGY

Courses Required for BS in Sociology