ADULT INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES (AIS)

AIS 101 Theories and Principles of Adult Learning 4 cr
Introduction to basic theories and principles of adult education and development, with emphasis on liberal education. Assists students in defining competencies needed for success in academic study and professional leadership, in setting educational goals, and in planning a learning experience to achieve them. AIS 101 or 301 is required of all AIS majors and should be taken during the first quarter of enrollment in the Adult Degree Program. Prerequisite: Special permission. NOTE: To avoid duplication, credit for both AIS 101 and AIS 301 is not allowed.

AIS 105 Encounter with the Humanities 4 cr
Introduction to the various disciplines within the humanities with emphasis on the role each plays in a liberal arts education.

AIS 110 Encounter with the Natural Sciences 4 cr
Introduction to the various disciplines within the natural sciences with emphasis on the role each plays in a liberal arts education.

AIS 115 Encounter with the Social Sciences 4 cr
Introduction to the various disciplines within the social sciences with emphasis on the role each plays in a liberal arts education.

AIS 120 Encounter with the Fine and Performing Arts 4 cr
Introduction to the various disciplines within the fine arts with emphasis on the role each plays in a liberal arts education.

AIS 201 Seasons of Life 4 cr
An interdisciplinary, media-assisted course in which students study human development from the biosocial, cognitive, and psychosocial perspectives with special emphasis on the adult years. Through readings, audio and video tapes, written exercises, and class discussions, students explore the theory and research findings of life span development which enable them to reflect on their own lives as well as the lives of others.

AIS 290 Special Topics 1-8 cr
A variable topics course treating special themes. May be repeated once for credit when course content varies. Prerequisite: Special permission.

AIS 294 Directed Studies 1-4 cr
Directed study of a topic consistent with the student's individualized program under the supervision of a member of the University faculty. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chair.

AIS 300 Foundations of Interdisciplinary Research 4 cr
Designated for students in the Adult Degree Program, this course examines principles of qualitative and quantitative research methods and their application to interdisciplinary studies in the social sciences. Emphasis is on the development of functional literacy for information expressed quantitatively and the thoughtful integration of such information into academic and practical research projects.

AIS 301 Adult Learning-Critical Reflections 4 cr
Designed for students who enter the Adult Degree Program with at least 96 hours of credit, this course introduces students to various philosophies of education with special emphasis on adult education and adult development theory. The course challenges students to connect education with personal development, the workplace, and the community. AIS 101 or 301 is required of all majors and should be taken during the first quarter of enrollment in the Adult Degree Program. Prerequisite: Special permission and junior standing. NOTE: To avoid duplication, credit for both AIS 101 and AIS 301 is not allowed.

AIS 380 Research Methods and Project Development (W) 4 cr
Prepares the student to conduct an extensive research project. Focuses on topic selection, research methods, proposal writing and project presentation. Prerequisite: Approved graduation proposal and completion of AIS 101 or 301, an advanced composition course, and an appropriate methodology course. AIS 380 is required of all AIS majors and must be taken before AIS 430: Senior Project.

AIS 401 The Adult Years 8 cr
The Adult Years is a two-quarter media-assisted course that uses print materials, videos, written assignments, and class discussions to explore issues which relate to adult development. Using an interdisciplinary approach, students will examine the relationship of adults to their families, work, education and communities.

AIS 405 Issues and Ideas in the Humanities 4 cr
Identification and analysis of current concepts and problems in the humanities and their relation to the needs, values, and operation of modern society.

AIS 410 Issues and Ideas in the Natural Sciences 4 cr
Identification and analysis of current concepts and problems in the natural sciences and their relation to the needs, values, and operation of modern society.

AIS 415 Issues and Ideas in the Social Sciences 4 cr
Identification and analysis of current concepts and problems in the social sciences and their relation to the needs, values, and operation of modern society.

AIS 430 Senior Project (W) 4-8 cr
An in-depth research project in the student's field of study. Provides an opportunity for the student to design a comprehensive research project, analyze and synthesize research data, and develop expertise in a particular subject. AIS 430 is required of all AIS majors. Prerequisite: AIS 380.

AIS 490 Special Topics 1-8 cr
A variable topics course treating special themes. May be repeated once for credit when course content varies. Prerequisite: Special permission.

AIS 494 Directed Studies 1-4 cr
Directed study of a topic consistent with the student's individualized program under the supervision of a member of the University faculty. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chair.

AIS 496 Professional Studies: Internship 4-8 cr
The purpose of the internship is to give the student supervised practical experience in a setting related to the student's field of study. The course may be taken for a maximum of 8 hours credit. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and permission of the department chair.

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