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AMERICAN HISTORY 

No. 1400 & 1401 | Course Credit: 2 | Grade Level: 9

This course is chronological in scope covering the period from the turn of the 20th century through the present.  Important persons, places, events, and concepts are studied.

Careers related to this course:

• Historian in Museum, Teacher, Librarian, Journalist, Politician, Attorney

WORLD HISTORY     

No. 1422 & 1423 | Course Credit: 2 | Grade Level: 10

This course is a survey of the ancient and not so ancient world.  The student will be introduced to the civilizations which shaped the ancient world as well as the transfer of power from the Middle East to Europe.

Careers related to this course:

• Museum Manager, Tour Guide, Journalist, Librarian or Archivist, Business Consultant

CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY

No. 1410 | Course Credit: 1 | Grade Level: 11

In this human/cultural geography course students will study how humans interact with and alter the earth over time.  An emphasis on current events and geopolitics or the ways in which nations interact with each other over natural resources, economies, political systems, population and migration patterns and militaries are examined.

Careers related to this course:

• Geographic Information Systems Technicians, Urban and Regional Planners, Market Researchers, Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Soil and Plant Scientists, GIS Specialists

AMERICAN CIVICS

No. 1420 | Course Credit: 1 | Grade Level: 11 

This course is a study of the origins, development, structure, and functions of the American political system.  Topics include constitutional framework and origins, The Bill of Rights, Federalism, the three branches of government, civil rights and liberties, political participation and elections, and civic duties and responsibilities.  Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and participatory processes of the American political system.  Basic concepts of state and local government and their relationships with the federal government are also examined.

Careers related to this course:

• Police Analyst, Lawyer or Attorney, Lobbyist, Legislative Assistant, Politician, Market Analyst, Public Relations Specialist, Diplomat

ECONOMICS

No. 1430 | Course Credit: 1 | Grade Level:  12

Economics will give students an opportunity to explore the US economy and comparative systems.  An examination of resources, scarcity, and choice provide the framework for an introductory observation of the dismal science.  Further analysis of supply and demand, the role of government, and simple microeconomic and macroeconomic divisions will be emphasized.  And of course, just a little economic theory and creative discussion are good for the mind as well.

Careers related to this course:

• Loan Officer, Financial Advisor/Analyst, Economic Consultant, Attorney, Quantitative Analyst

INTRO TO PSYCHOLOGY

No. 1434 | Course Credit 1 | Grade Level 11 - 12

This course is designed to be an introduction to the science and profession of psychology. This course will assist the student in developing a foundation of basic knowledge in order to pursue further studies in specific areas of psychology. This course will survey introductory topics such as learning, memory, sensation and perception, personality, lifespan development, physiological basis of behavior, stress and health, social psychology, and research methods. The topics of states of consciousness and psychopathology will also be covered. Case study examples and learning activities will be employed to make the study of human behavior and mental processes more relevant to the student's everyday lives.

Careers related to this course:

• Clinical Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Human Resource Management, Guidance Counselor, Therapy Counselor

INTRO TO SOCIOLOGY

No. 1435 | Course Credit: 1| Grade Level:  11 - 12 

This course presents a survey of major concepts in the field of Sociology.  We will cover topics including the major theoretical perspectives, research methods, culture, the socialization process, behavior in groups, deviance and crime, social stratification, and social change.  Students will participate in a mixture of lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities.  

Careers related to this course:

• Human Resource Manager, Business Analyst, Social Worker, Healthcare Worker, Corrections Officer or Police Officer

A.P. - U.S. HISTORY (APUSH)

No. 3400 & 3401 | Course Credit: 2 | Grade Level: 11-12

AP U.S. History is an introductory college-level U.S. history course. Students cultivate their understanding of U.S. history from c. 1491 CE to the present through analyzing historical sources and learning to make connections and craft historical arguments as they explore concepts like American and national identity; work, exchange, and technology; geography and the environment; migration and settlement; politics and power; America in the world; American and regional culture; and social structures. Students will receive high school credit with the possibility of earning a college credit with the passing of an exam. This does not replace the required 9th grade American History.

COLLEGE WORLD HISTORY -1500 TO THE PRESENT

No. 3422 | Course Credit: 1 | Grade Level: 11-12

This course will explore major developments in world history from 1500 to the present, picking up where 10th grade World History left off. Topics will include the development of major cultures that existed in 1500, the influence of European expansion and colonialism, democratic revolutions, industrialization, movements for national liberation, the world at war, and the rise of the global economy. We will also cover skills like how to do historical research and write in the field of history. This course partially fulfills the general education requirements of many humanities majors. To be successful, students will need strong skills in reading and writing.

The CLC course students will dual-enroll in is World History II, 1500 to Present.