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School af Liberal Arts and Human Services

The School of Liberal Arts and Human Services produces a diverse range of graduates with varying skills and competencies including artists, musicians, mathematicians, psychologists, social workers, sociologists, journalists, poets, dramatists, and in general, graduates who can make great contributions towards enhancing the social and cultural development of the nation.

The School of Liberal Arts and Human Services consists of four departments: • Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences

• Department of Languages, Literature and Communication Studies • Department of Mathematics

• Department of Fine and Performing Arts

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Deartment of Social and Behavioural Sciences

The Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences is committed to providing students with an environment conducive to personal and professional growth and development. Focused on broadening access through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) and distance education delivery modes, and on meeting students at their point of need, the department provides students with relevant training in sociology, social work, and applied psychology to meet the needs of the private and public sectors. The programmes offered by the Depart-ment of Social and Behavioural Sciences play a critical role in helping students to understand the functioning of societies, how to successfully negotiate issues arising out of diversity, and to develop appropriate intervention strategies.

Programmes

The Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences offers the following degree programme options:

Bachelor Degree Programmes Associate Degree Programmes

B.Sc. Applied Psychology AA Psychology

B.Sc. Psychology AAS Social Work

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Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Applied Psychology

This programme is designed to offer an examination of the distinctive socio-cultural make-up of this society and of the relevance of psychological issues to the local context. Particular attention is paid to current social issues and to training in areas such as conflict intervention and resolution.

Students enrolled in the B.Sc. programme in Applied Psychology also have the option of pursuing specialised courses in one of the following tracks:

• Addiction Studies • School Guidance

• Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Graduation Requirements: B.Sc. Psychology

To be awarded the Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, students must successfully complete 123 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0 according to the following distribution:

Required courses in the major area of study 48 credits Guided elective courses in major area of study 6 credits

Total courses in major area of study 54 credits

Core curriculum courses 51 credits

Support courses 12 credits

Elective courses 6 credits

Total Credits Required for Graduation 123 credits

COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

PSYC 122 Foundations of Psychology 3 ARTS 119 Foundations of Art and Music 3 PSYC 205 Social Psychology 3 BUSI 203 Leadership and Ethics 3 PSYC 212 Life Span Development 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 PSYC 220 Applied Psychology 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 PSYC 233 Psychology Seminar I-Special Topics in Psychology 3 ECON 110 Introduction to General Economics 3 PSYC 261 Psychology of Adjustment 3 ENGL 200 Comparative Literature 3 PSYC 325 Human Development 3 ENTP 210 Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship 3 PSYC 350 Culture, Diversity and Behaviour 3 ENVH 102 World Issues in Public Health 1 PSYC 360 Theories of Individual Differences 3 ENVH 121 Environmental Issues and Sustainability 1 PSYC 370 Theories of Learning 3 HIST 210 History of Trinidad and Tobago 3 PSYC 410 History of Psychology 3 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 PSYC 425 Research Designs and Analysis 3 MATH 117 College Algebra 3 PSYC 433 Psychology Seminar II- Field Experience 3 PSYC 103 Understanding Human Behaviour and Diversity 3

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BIOL 109 Introduction to Human Biology 3

STAT 121 Introduction to Inferential Statistics 3

SOCI 100 Introduction to Sociology 3

Total Elective Credits 6 Total Support Course Credits 12

Graduation Requirements: B.Sc. Applied Psychology

To be awarded the Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Psychology, students must successfully complete 132 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0 according to the following distribution:

Required courses in major area of study 48 credits Guided electives in major area of study 6 credits

Specialization courses 15 credits

Total courses in major area of study 69 credits

COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

PSYC 122 Foundations of Psychology 3 ARTS 119 Foundations of Art and Music 3 PSYC 205 Social Psychology 3 BUSI 203 Leadership and Ethics 3 PSYC 212 Life Span Development 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 PSYC 220 Applied Psychology 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 PSYC 233 Psychology Seminar I-Special Topics in Psychology 3 ECON 110 Introduction to General Economics 3 PSYC 261 Psychology of Adjustment 3 ENGL 200 Comparative Literature 3 PSYC 325 Human Development 3 ENTP 210 Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship 3 PSYC 350 Culture, Diversity and Behaviour 3 ENVH 102 World Issues in Public Health 1 PSYC 360 Theories of Individual Differences 3 ENVH 121 Environmental Issues and Sustainability 1 PSYC 370 Theories of Learning 3 HIST 210 History of Trinidad and Tobago 3 PSYC 410 History of Psychology 3 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 PSYC 425 Research Designs and Analysis 3 MATH 117 College Algebra 3 PSYC 433 Psychology Seminar II- Field Experience 3 PSYC 103 Understanding Human Behaviour and Diversity 3 PSYC 462 Physiology of Behaviour 3 RELI 205 Comparative Religion 3 PSYC 468 Cognitive Psychology 3 SCIE 121 Foundations of Natural Sciences 3 PSYC 499 Senior Thesis - Psychology 3 SCIE 201 Contemporary Issues in Science 1 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 SPAN 100 Introduction to Spanish 3 STAT 120 Fundamentals of Statistics 3

Total Credits for Required Courses in the Major 48 Total Core Curriculum Credits 51

SPECIALIZATION COURSES IN APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY OPTION (Choose any 5 courses in a specific track)

PSYC 445 Educational Psychology 3 SOBE 428 Pharmacology and Substance Abuse 3 PSYC 448 Industrial and Organizational Psychology 3 SOBE 438 Interventions and Treatment for Special Populations 3 PSYC 457 Psychology of Work 3 SOCI 215 Introduction to Gender Studies 3 SOBE 218 Introduction to Addiction Studies 3 SOCI 240 Sociology of Education 3 SOBE 322 Intervention for Non-Chemical Dependency 3 SOCI 278 Ageing and the Family 3 SOBE 326 Prevention and Intervention for Addictive Behaviours 3 SOWK 124 Social Work with Children and Family 3 SOBE 328 Theories of Addiction and Treatment 3 SOWK 318 Residential Social Work 3 SOBE 335 Introduction to Conflict Resolution 3

SOBE 375 Introduction to Career Guidance 3 SOWK 324 Social Work Intervention with Substance Abusers 3 SOBE 420 Theories of Guidance and Counselling 3 SOWK 357 Social Work Intervention with the Elderly 3 SOWK 426 Advocacy in Social Work 3

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GUIDED ELECTIVE COURSES IN THE MAJOR SUPPORT COURSES

Any two 3-credit courses in major area of study 6 ANTH 250 Caribbean Anthropology 3 BIOL 109 Introduction to Human Biology 3 STAT 121 Introduction to Inferential Statistics 3 SOCI 100 Introduction to Sociological Theories 3

Total Guided Elective Credits 6 Total Support Course Credits 12

Career Options: • Guidance officers • School guidance officers

• Community social service providers

• Paraprofessionals in treatment centres or community-based organizations Associate in Arts - Psychology

The Associate in Arts degree in Psychology offers a solid base in the area of psychology. It has been specifi-cally designed to furnish participants with the key theoretical understandings and scientific insights into the complexity of human behaviour and mental processes, and to equip them with practical competencies in spe-cific areas. This associate degree provides students with the foundation courses in the discipline of psychology required to transfer into a baccalaureate programme at both regional and extra-regional institutions of higher learning. It will also be an invaluable course of study for those wishing to get certification as competent para-professionals in all areas of human development services.

Graduation Requirements: Associate in Arts - Psychology

To be awarded the Associate in Arts degree in Psychology, students must successfully complete 60 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0 according to the following distribution:

Required courses in the major area of study 21 credits 1 guided elective course in major area of study 3 credits

Total Courses in Major Area of Study 24 credits

Elective courses 3 credits

Total Credits Required for Graduation 60 credits

COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

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SUPPORT COURSES ELECTIVE COURSES

ANTH 250 Caribbean Anthropology 3 Any course from the College 3 BIOL 109 Introduction to Human Biology 3

SOCI 100 Introduction to Sociology 3

Total Support Course Credits 9 Total Elective Credits 3

Career Options:

This is a transfer degree which allows graduates to pursue further study in psychology at the bachelor’s degree level.

Bachelor of Social Work

The Bachelor’s degree in Social Work prepares graduates to function as professional social workers in the education, social services and national security sectors. Students acquire critical social work competencies in individual and group work, youth work, direct practice, community practice and addressing family and child issues.

Graduation Requirements: Bachelor of Social Work

To successfully complete the Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, students must complete 134 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0 according to the following distribution:

Required courses in the major area of study 47 credits Five elective courses in major area of study 15 credits

Total Courses in Major Area of Study 62 credits

Total Credits Required for Graduation 134 credits

COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

SOWK 116 Introduction to Social Work 3 ARTS 119 Foundations of Art and Music 3 SOWK 122 Case Work Practice for Social Work 3 BUSI 203 Leadership and Ethics 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 SOWK 119 Community Intervention for Social Work Practice 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 SOWK 218 Group Work Practice for Social Work 3

SOWK 241 Introduction to Practicum 3 ECON 110 Introduction to General Economics 3 SOWK 234 Social Welfare in the Caribbean 3 ENGL 200 Comparative Literature 3 SOWK 236 Legal and Ethical Issues in Social Work 3 ENTP 210 Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship 3 SOWK 248 Counselling Skills for Social Workers 3 ENVH 102 World Issues in Public Health 1 SOWK 245 Practicum I: Human Skills Lab 3 ENVH 121 Environmental Issues and Sustainability 1 SOWK 323 Social Work Management and Administration 3 HIST 210 History of Trinidad and Tobago 3 SOWK 326 Social Research Methods 3 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3

SOWK 255 Practicum II 4 MATH 117 College Algebra 3

SOWK 355 Practicum lll 4 PSYC 103 Understanding Human Behaviour and Diversity 3 SOWK 455 Practicum IV 4 RELI 205 Comparative Religion 3 SOWK 499 Senior Project – Social Work 3 SCIE 121 Foundations of Natural Sciences 3 SCIE 201 Contemporary Issues in Science 1 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 SPAN 100 Introduction to Spanish 3

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STAT 120 Fundamentals of Statistics 3

Total Required Courses in the Major 47 Total Core Curriculum Credits 51

ELECTIVE COURSES IN MAJOR SUPPORT COURSES

SOBE 247 Introduction to Addiction Studies 3 ANTH 250 Caribbean Anthropology 3 SOBE 322 Intervention for Non-Chemical Dependency 3 LAWW 122 Law, Governance and Society 3 SOBE 326 Prevention and Intervention for Addictive Behaviours 3 PSYC 122 Foundations of Psychology 3 SOBE 328 Theories of Addiction and Treatment 3 PSYC 212 Life Span Development 3 SOBE 428 Pharmacology and Substance Abuse 3 PSYC 360 Theories of Individual Differences 3 SOBE 438 Interventions and Treatment for Special Populations 3 PSYC 430 Foundations of Psychopathology 3 SOCI 215 Introduction to Gender Studies 3 SOCI 101 Caribbean Sociology I 3 SOCI 278 Ageing and the Family 3 Total Support Course Credits 21

SOWK 124 Social Work with Children and Family 3 SOWK 318 Residential Social Work 3 SOWK 324 Social Work Intervention with Substance Abusers 3 SOWK 357 Social Work Intervention with the Elderly 3 SOWK 426 Advocacy in Social Work 3

Five of Any of the Elective Courses in the Major 15

Career Option: • Social Worker

Associate in Applied Science - Social Work

This Associate in Applied Science degree in Social Work develops social work competencies which enables students to work immediately as paraprofessionals in the field. It also provides them with a solid foundation to pursue baccalaureate studies, if they so desire. Graduates would have gained exposure to various service areas such as individual and group work, youth work, direct practice, community practice, and family and child issues.

Graduation Requirements: Associate in Applied Science – Social Work

To successfully complete the Associate in Applied Science degree in Social Work, students must complete 67 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0 according to the following distribution:

Required courses in the major area of study 25 credits Two elective courses in major area of study 6 credits

Total Courses in Major Area of Study 31 credits

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SOWK 248 Counselling Skills for Social Workers 3 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 SPAN 100 Introduction to Spanish 3

Total Credits for Required Courses in Major 25 Total Core Curriculum Credits 27

GUIDED ELECTIVES IN THE MAJOR SUPPORT COURSES Two 3-credit elective courses in the major 6 BIOL 109

BIOL 113

Introduction Human Biology OR

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology 3 PSYC 122 Foundations of Psychology 3 PSYC 212 Life Span Development 3

Total Support Courses 6 Total Support Courses 9

Career Option:

• Paraprofessional in social services agencies or organizations Associate in Applied Science - Sociology

This Associate in Applied Science degree in Sociology gives broad coverage of contemporary social issues to produce critical thinkers and solutions-oriented social service providers. This degree programme prepares stu-dents for paraprofessional jobs in administrative and research functions and provides a basis for transfer to complete either a three- or four-year degree programme. Students complete courses in sociological theory, and its application to the Caribbean in particular and the wider international environment in general. They learn about the major social institutions, discuss contemporary social problems, and engage in sociological analysis to identify options to address these problems. They also gain in-depth exposure to sociological research meth-ods and complete a research project on a topic of their choice.

Graduation Requirements: Associate in Applied Science - Sociology

To be awarded the Associate in Applied Science degree in Sociology, students must successfully complete 63 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:

Required courses in the major area of study 30 credits Two elective courses in major area of study 6 credits

Total Courses in Major Area of Study 36 credits

Total Credits Required for Graduation 63 credits

COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

SOCI 100 Introduction to Sociology 3 ARTS 119 Foundations of Art and Music 3 SOCI 101 Caribbean Sociology I 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 SOCI 104 Caribbean Sociology II 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 SOCI 105 Caribbean Sociology III 3 ECON 110 Introduction to General Economics 3 SOCI 220 Quantitative Research Methods 3 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 SOCI 230 Qualitative Research Methods 3 MATH 116 Contemporary College Mathematics 3 SOCI 250 Exploring Caribbean Social Problems 3 STAT 120 Fundamentals of Statistics 3 SOCI 274 Fundamentals of SPSS 3 SCIE 121 Foundations of Natural Science 3 SOCI 281 Research Project I 3 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 SOCI 282 Research Project II 3

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Total Credits for Required Courses in Major 30 Total Core Curriculum Credits 27

ELECTIVE OPTIONS IN THE MAJOR

Two 3-credit elective courses in the major 6

Total Credits for Elective Courses in Major 6

Career Options:

While the AAS in Sociology prepare students for specific jobs requiring broad social sciences competencies, it also serves as a transfer degree which allows graduates to pursue a bachelor’s level in sociology and a related subject area.

Faculty Profile – Social and Behavioural Sciences

Cheryl Lewis – Department Chair

Senior Lecturer - Psychology M.A., M.Ed., B.A.

Research Interests: Family dynamics and educational achievements; culture and psychology.

Roslyn Humphrey

Senior Lecturer- Psychology M.A., M. Ed

Research Interests: Adult education

Ayinka Nurse-Carrington

Lecturer - Sociology M.Sc., BSc.

Research Interests: Criminology- criminal profile

Chevonne Agana

Senior Lecturer- Psychology M.Sc.

Research Interests: Employee motivation

Josie Kennedy Lecturer - Social Work MA (in progress), B.Sc.

Research Interests: The relationship between gender and the instances of deviance in the protective services

Rudolph Paul

Senior Lecturer - Sociology M.A., B.Sc.

Research Interests: Criminology and prison reform

Pamela Degazon

Senior Lecturer- Social Work M.A., B.Sc.

Research Interests: Domestic violence; dynamics involved in exiting residential care

Tricia McIntosh

Lecturer- Sociology PGDip., BSc.

Research Interests: Family conflicts and mediation

Raquel Sukhu

Senior Lecturer - Sociology MPhil., BA

Research Interests: Gender studies, masculinity, gender violence, sociology of religion

Ayanna Gellineau

Lecturer- Psychology B.Sc. (M.A. in progress)

Research Interests: Deliberate self harm in adolescents; Childhood trauma and resilience in adulthood

Vanessa Nelson

Senior lecturer - Psychology M.A., B.A.

Research Interests: Student perception of learning in the classroom and its impact on academic performance

Rachel Wolsey

Senior Lecturer - Psychology M.Sc., B.Sc.

Research Interests: Gender identity and sexual orientation; risk factors for and intervention in delinquency

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Department of Languages, Literatures and Communication Studies

The programmes offered by the Department of Languages, Literatures and Communication Studies are designed to meet the needs of aspiring and working professionals who wish to complement a firm theoretical grounding in communication studies with practical workplace skills. Many of the department’s graduates currently hold supervisory and management functions in public relations, marketing, sales and advertising.

Programmes

The Department of Languages, Literature and Communication Studies offers the following degree programme options:

Bachelor Degree Programmes Associate Degree Programmes BA Mass Communication AAS Journalism/Public Relations

AA Literatures in English

AAS Foreign Languages for Business: Spanish

Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication

The Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication is designed to create synergies among the various disciplines that comprise the field of mass communication, such as media studies, public relations and advertising. Students acquire an understanding of current communication theories, which is complemented by practical experience in real world media and public relations and the development of critical thinking, analytical and research skills and capabilities. Students are kept abreast of changes and shifts within the communication industry, and advancements in relevant technologies. Graduates of COSTAATT’s Associate in Applied Science Degree in Journalism and Public Relations will be awarded transfer credits for relevant courses in the bachelor’s degree programme.

Graduation Requirements: Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication

To be awarded the BA in Mass Communication, students must successfully complete 121 credits with a mini-mum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:

Required courses in the major area of study 49 credits Four elective courses in major area of study 12 credits

Total Credits in Major Area of Study 61 credits

Guided elective courses 9 credits

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COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

COMM 121 Introduction to Mass Communication 3 ARTS 119 Foundations of Art and Music 3 COMM 130 Communication III: Understanding Human

Communication

3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 COMM 350 Communication via Social Networking 3 ECON 110 Introduction to General Economics 3 COMM 365 Audience and Reception 3 ENGL 200 Comparative Literature 3 COMM 450 Music as Communication 3 ENTP 210 Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship 3 COMM 452 Film as Communication 3 ENVH 102 World Issues in Public Health 1 COMM 499 Senior Project – Mass Communication 3 ENVH 121 Environmental Issues and Sustainability 1 JOUR 123 Fundamentals of Reporting 3 HIST 210 History of Trinidad and Tobago 3 JOUR 131 Ethics in Journalism and Public Relations 3 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 JOUR 139 Introduction to Strategic Public Relations 3 MATH 116 Contemporary College Math 3 JOUR 221 Image, Etiquette and Protocol 2 PSYC 103

Understanding Human Behavior and Diversity 3 JOUR 244 Media/ Public Relations Internship 4

JOUR 275

Critical Analysis of Media and TV Coverage 3 RELI 205 Comparative Religion 3 SCIE 121 Foundations of Natural Sciences 3 JOUR 340 Mass Media in the Global Context 3 SCIE 201 Contemporary Issues in Science 1 JOUR 455 Media/ Public Relations Practicum 4 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 LAWW 270

Laws Affecting Journalism and Public Relations 3 SPAN 100 Introduction to Spanish 3 STAT 120 Fundamentals of Statistics 3

Total Credits for Required Courses in the Major 49 Total Core Curriculum Credits 48

ELECTIVE COURSES IN THE MAJOR SUPPORT COURSES

COMM 140 Speech Writing 3 GRDE 127 Digital Communication Design 3 COMM 135 Voice and Presentation 3 Total Support Course Credits 3

JOUR 135 Photo Journalism 3 GUIDED ELECTIVES

JOUR 281 Broadcast News Writing 3 ENGL 270 Creative Writing 3 JOUR 290 Introduction to Video Production 3 ITEC 240 Web Design 3 JOUR 351 Applied Public Relations Planning 3 LAWW 133 Law and the Community 3 JOUR 353 Investigative Reporting 3 MGMT 200 Events Management 3 JOUR 460 Newspaper and Magazine Editing 3 MKTG 202 Principles of Advertising 3 MKTG 205 Principles of Marketing 3

Total Credits for Any Four Elective Courses in the Major 12 Total Credits for Any Three Guided Elective Courses 9

Career Options:

• Advertising specialist

• Reporter - print, radio or television

• Sub-editor, editor - print, radio or television • Writer – print, radio or television

• Communication specialist • Public relations officer

Associate in Applied Science – Journalism and Public Relations

The programme is designed to enable students to function as paraprofessionals in dynamic and fast-paced media environments. It facilitates their advancement to increasingly higher levels of responsibility in the workplace and provides them with a solid foundation of theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to pursue studies at

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Required courses in the major area of study 27 credits

Elective courses in the major area of study 6 credits

Total credits in the major area of study 33 credits

COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

COMM 121 Introduction to Mass Communication 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 COMM 130 Communication III: Understanding Human Communication 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 JOUR 123 Fundamentals of Reporting 3 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 JOUR 131 Ethics in Journalism and Public Relations 3 MATH 116 Contemporary College Math 3 JOUR 139 Introuction to Strategic Public Relations 3 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 JOUR 221 Image, Etiquette and Protocol 2 SPAN 100 Introduction to Spanish 3 JOUR 244 Media/ Public Relations Internship 4 PSYC 103 Understanding Human Behaviour and

Diversity

3 JOUR 275 Critical Analysis of Media and TV Coverage 3

LAWW 270 Laws Affecting Journalism and Public Relations 3

Total Credits for Required Courses in the Major 27 Total Core Curriculum Credits 24

ELECTIVE COURSES IN MAJOR AREA OF STUDY (Choose any two of the four courses below)

SUPPORT COURSES (Choose one of the two courses below)

COMM 140 Speech Writing 3 MGMT 200 Events Management 3

JOUR 135 Photo Journalism 3 ITEC 240 Web Design 3

JOUR 281 Broadcast News Writing 3 JOUR 290 Introduction to Video Production 3

Total Credits for Two Elective Courses in the Major 6 Total Support Course Credits 3

Career Options:

• Advertising specialist

• Reporter - print, radio or television

• Sub-editor, editor - print, radio or television • Writer – print, radio or television

• Communication specialist • Public relations officer

Associate in Arts - Literatures in English

The Associate in Arts degree in Literatures and English provide students with exposure to the major literary genres, through the examination of the works of both renowned and contemporary authors. These studies are complemented by general education courses drawn from a broad range of disciplines, creating a solid foundation for students who wish to pursue studies up to the bachelor’s level or for language and literature teachers who wish to enhance their knowledge base in the field. This associate degree programme is also suitable for students who wish to pursue careers and/or further study in the areas of journalism, advertising and communications. Graduation Requirements: Associate in Arts – Literatures in English

To be awarded the Associate in Arts degree in Literatures in English, students must successfully complete 60 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:

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Courses in the major area of study 36 credits

Total Credits Required for Graduation 60 credits

COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

ENGL 121 Introduction to Poetry 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 ENGL 122 Introduction to Drama 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 ENGL 123 Introduction to Prose Fiction 3 HIST 210 History of Trinidad and Tobago 3 ENGL 130 The Shakespearean Century 3 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 ENGL 131 Oral Literatures 3 MATH 116 Contemporary College Math 3 ENGL 230 Introduction to Caribbean Prose Fiction 3 PSYC103 Understanding Human Behavior and Diversity 3 ENGL 240 20th_{Century Commonwealth Literatures} ₃ _{RELI 205} _{Comparative Religion} ₃

ENGL 241 Introduction to 20th_{Century American Literature} ₃ _{SOCI 102} _{Introduction to the Study of Society} ₃

ENGL 242 Caribbean Poetry and Drama 3

ENGL 250 The Moderns 3

ENGL 251 Introduction to Critical Theory 3 ENGL 270 Creative Writing 3

Total Credits for Required Courses in the Major 36 Total Core Curriculum Credits 24

Career Options:

The degree is a transfer degree which allows graduates to pursue a bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject area-literature; literature and language; literature, language and education; literature and communication. It can also lead to careers/advancement in:

• Teaching • Copywriting • Advertising • Journalism

Associate in Applied Science - Foreign Languages for Business: Spanish

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Foreign Languages for Business: Spanish is designed to provide graduates with a competitive edge in the global marketplace, through an intensive learning experience that focuses on the development of competencies in Spanish language skills, international business and cultural awareness required to effectively conduct or support business activity in a Latin American context.

Graduation Requirements: Associate in Applied Science – Foreign Languages for Business: Spanish To be awarded the Associate in Applied Science degree in Foreign Languages for Business: Spanish, students must successfully complete 72 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:

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COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

LAST 120 Introduction to Latin American Studies 3 BUSI 203 Leadership and Ethics 3 LAST 121 International Relations and Latin America 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 LAST 225 Doing Business in Latin America 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 SPAN 121 Advanced Conversational Spanish 4 ENTP 210 Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship 3 SPAN 122 Spanish for Business I 4 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 SPAN 123 Spanish for Business II 4 MATH 116 Contemporary College Math 3 SPAN 130 Spanish Stylistics I 3 PSYC 103 Understanding Human Behaviour and Diversity 3 SPAN 210 Latin American Civilisation and Culture I 3 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 SPAN 211 Latin American Civilisation and Culture II 3

SPAN 230 Introduction to Translation 3 SPAN 241 Introduction to Interpreting Techniques 3

ELECTIVE COURSES IN THE MAJOR SUPPORT COURSES

SPAN 247 Study Abroad OR 3 BUSI 216 Introduction to International Business 3 SPAN 277 Independent Study MKTG 205 Principles of Marketing 3 MKTG 330 International Marketing 3

Total Credits for Elective Courses in the Major 3 Total Support Course Credits 9

Career Options:

• Export/Sales representative in a local or international company • International trade and commerce

• Bilingual secretary

• Foreign services employee

Faculty Profile – Language, Literature and Communications

Clarinda Jack - Department Chair Senior Lecturer - Communication, Literature

MA, Dip Ed. BA.

Research Interests: Teaching of literature, poetry and the works of Jean Rhys

Sophia Edwards

Senior Lecturer – Mass Communications , Journalism/PR,

MA

Research Interests: Alternative forms of media (online, music and film) and their impact on the Caribbean audience

Louella Joseph

Senior Lecturer- Communication, History MA, BA

Research Interests: Poverty reduction in the Caribbean: relevance of Caribbean Single Market Economy (CSME)

Luis Arreaza

Lecturer - Spanish and Latin American Culture

Título de Profesor, Especialidad: Inglés (5-yr undergraduate)

Research Interests: Teaching methodologies; translation; Latin American Studies

Mariel Ganpat

Senior Lecturer - Spanish and French MA - Languages, MA - International Relations Research Interests: Translation and interpretation

Jada Lee Condappa –Lewis

Senior Lecturer – Journalism, Communication

BA

Research Interests: Culture, identity and communication in the Caribbean; the psychology of trauma and healing

Roddy Batchasingh

Senior Lecturer - Communication, Literature

MA, BA

Research Interests: Creative writing, Caribbean literature, Shakespeare and film

Beulah Garcia

Senior Lecturer - Communication, History MPhil, MA, BA.

Research Interests: History of Arima

Simon Lee

Senior Lecturer - Communication, Literature

MA, BA.

Research Interests: Contemporary Caribbean cultures (especially music); creole poetics and linguistics and Caribbean cultural theory

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Earl Best

BA

Research Interests: The extent to which the secondary school system prepares its citizens for tertiary education

Augustina Debra Greaves

Senior Lecturer - Mass Communications, Communication, Journalism/PR MA

Research Interests: The impact of old and new media on how citizens vote in Trinidad and Tobago

Joel Nanton

B.Sc.

Research Interests: The importance and impact of formal media training on the local media industry

Christian Dial

Senior Lecturer – Literature, Communication

MA , BA

Research Interests: Post colonialism, modernism and Yeats

Abigail Gúzman

Senior Lecturer - Spanish MA - Spanish, BA – Spanish

Research Interests: Hispanic and Spanish literature; literary analysis; cultural studies

Keith Ward

Lecturer - Spanish

PGCert - Education, BA-Spanish, MPhil Applied Linguistics (incomplete) Research Interests: Structural factors and their impact on teaching methodologies

Karen Dougdeen-Gokool

Lecturer - Spanish BA- Spanish

Research Interests: Teaching methodologies; assessment; second language acquisition

Winnifred Henry

Senior Lecturer - Communication, Literature MPhil, BA

Research Interests: Non-fiction works of V.S Naipaul

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Department of Mathematics

Mathematics embodies the spirit of the liberal arts. It is an art, a pure science, a language and an analytical tool for the natural and social sciences; it is a means of exploring philosophical questions and a beautiful edifice that is a tribute to human creativity. The curriculum offered by the Department of Mathematics is planned with the following varied objectives:

• To offer students an introduction to mathematics as an important area of human thought

• To prepare students for graduate study in pure or applied mathematics, and in such related fields as statistics and operations research.

• To serve the needs of students in fields that rely substantially on mathematics, such as the physical, biological, social and information sciences, engineering, and business administration.

• To provide liberal arts students with an introduction to the kinds of mathematical and quantitative thinking that are important in the contemporary world.

Programmes

The Department of Mathematics offers the following degree programme options:

Bachelor Degree Programmes Associate Degree Programmes

B.Sc. Mathematics AS Mathematics

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

The Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics develops many useful career skills: attention to detail, comfort with numbers and computation, and a familiarity with standard mathematical models. It offers a solid base in both basic and advanced mathematics principles, preparing students to be innovative and imaginative in com-plex situations - ready for a world of challenges. Students also have an opportunity for further specialization in the discipline by taking courses such as Real and Numerical Analysis as well as Complex Variable Theory. Graduation Requirements: Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

To be awarded the Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics, students must successfully complete 120 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0 according to the following distribution:

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COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

MATH 126 Introduction to Financial Mathematics 3 ARTS 119 Foundations of Art and Music 3 MATH 143 Discrete Mathematics 3 BUSI 203 Leadership and Ethics 3 MATH 150 Linear Algebra I 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 MATH 151 Linear Algebra II 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 MATH 161 Calculus II 3 ENGL 200 Comparative Literature 3 MATH 257 Differential Equations I 3 ENTP 210 Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship 3 MATH 258 Differential Equations II 3 ENVH 102 World Issues in Public Health 1 MATH 260 Calculus III 3 ENVH 121 Environmental Issues and Sustainability 1 MATH 261 Calculus IV 3 HIST 210 History of Trinidad and Tobago 3 MATH 340 Abstract Algebra I 3 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3

MATH 160 Calculus I 3

MATH 341 Abstract Algebra II 3 PSYC 103 Understanding Human Behaviour and Diversity 3 MATH 350 Numerical Analysis 3 RELI 205 Comparative Religion 3 MATH 360 Partial Differential Equations 3 SCIE 121 Foundations of Natural Sciences 3 MATH 450 Complex Variable Theory I 3 SCIE 201 Contemporary Issues in Science 1 MATH 451 Complex Variable Theory II 3 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 MATH 460 Real Analysis I 3 SPAN 100 Introduction to Spanish 3 MATH 461 Real Analysis II 3 STAT 120 Fundamentals of Statistics 3 STAT 121 Introduction to Inferential Statistics 3 Total Core Curriculum Credits 48

STAT 200 Mathematical Probability and Statistics I 3

STAT 400 Mathematical Probability and Statistics II 3 SUPPORT COURSES

STAT 401 Advanced Statistical Inference 3 ITEC 130 Programme Design 3

ITEC 133 Programming I 3

ITEC 235 Object Oriented Programming I 3

Total Credits in Major Area of Study 63 Total Support Course Credits 9

Associate in Science - Mathematics

The Associate in Science degree in Mathematics is essentially the first two years of the bachelor’s degree pro-gramme in mathematics. As students progress through the propro-gramme, they develop rigorous, logical thinking and problem-solving skills; an appreciation of and familiarity with complex structures and algorithms, and the ability to learn technical, detailed, or abstract material.

Graduation Requirements:

To be awarded the Associate of Science degree in Mathematics, students must successfully complete the 60 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0 according to the following distribution:

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COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

MATH 126 Introduction to Financial Mathematics 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 MATH 143 Discrete Mathematics 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 MATH 150 Linear Algebra I 3 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 MATH 151 Linear Algebra II 3 MATH 160 Calculus I 3 MATH 161 Calculus II 3 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 MATH 257 Differential Equations I 3 STAT 120 Fundamentals of Statistics 3 MATH 258 Differential Equations II 3 And any other 6 credits from core curriculum 6 MATH 260 Calculus III 3 Total Core Curriculum Credits 24

MATH 261 Calculus IV 3 SUPPORT COURSES

STAT 121 Introduction to Inferential Statistics 3 ITEC 130 Programme Design 3 STAT 200 Mathematical Probability and Statistics 3

Total Credits for Required Courses in the Major 33 Total Support Course Credits 3

Career Options:

• Primary or secondary school teacher

• Trainee in a range of occupations requiring strong mathematical and analytical skills such as: • data analyst - information technology sector

• net developers - web-based industries • research engineer - technology industries • packaging design

• reinsurance and risk analysts - insurance industry • credit analysts - banking industry

• merger and acquisition operations – finance sector • power plant manager

• technical liaison - engineer-manufacturing companies Full-Time Faculty Profile – Mathematics

Paula Sellier Department Chair,

Senior Lecturer Mathematics, Calculus M.Ed, B.Sc.

Research Interests: Differentiated instruction in Mathematics to improve success rates at the Tertiary level , Mathematics Education

Ramon Hernandez

Senior Lecturer Mathematics, Statistics PhD, M.Ed., B.Sc.

Research Interests: Applied mathematical theories, bio-statistical theories

Doodnath Persad

Senior Lecturer - Mathematics, Discrete Mathematics

M.Sc., B.Ed.

Research Interest: Using linear statistical hierarchical models to measure efficiency of secondary schools in Trinidad and Tobago

Laura Bridglal

Senior Lecturer - Mathematics, Numerical Analysis

M.Sc., B.Sc.

Research Interests: Fluid mechanics

Chantal James

Lecturer - Mathematics B.Sc.

Research Interests: Mathematics education

Tracey Stoute

Senior Lecturer - Mathematics, Applied Mathematics

MBA, BSc.

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Lennox Celestin

Senior Lecturer - Mathematics, Differential Equations

MM, M Phil, B.Sc.

Research Interests: Oscillatory integrals and the Path integral approach to option pricing; Stochastic analysis on a path space; Economic dynamics

Jeffrey Leela

Senior Lecturer - Mathematics, Linear Algebra

M.Sc., B.Sc.

Research Interests: Numerical analysis and fluid mechanics

Neil Sylvester

Senior Lecturer - Mathematics MBA, M.Sc. Dip. Ed, B.Sc. Research Interests: Financial mathematics

Anthea Clarke

Senior Lecturer- Mathematics, Algebra

M.Ed., B.Ed.

Research Interests: Mathematics education

Brian Maurice

Senior Lecturer - Mathematics, Financial Mathematics

CIMA, B.Sc.

Research Interests: : Factors affecting successful completion of statistics courses at COSTAATT

Hezron Veerasammy

Senior Lecturer - Mathematics M.Sc., B.Sc.

Research Interests: Applied mathematical theories

Adrian Nathai

Lecturer – Mathematics, Financial Mathematics and Actuarial Science M.Sc. Actuarial Science

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Department of Fine and Performing Arts

The Department of Fine and Performing Arts caters to the needs of amateur and professional musicians; students with a desire to teach music, and aspiring graphic artists. Students enrolled in our programmes possess one common trait-passion for music or a flair for the arts. The programmes offered by the department have been designed to respond industry needs and are benchmarked to international standards.

Programmes

The Department of Fine and Performing Arts offers the following degree programme options:

Bachelor Degree Programmes Associate Degree Programmes

BM – Music: Performance AAS Performing Arts: Music

BM – Music Education AAS Graphic Design

Bachelor of Music – Performance/Music Education

This programme is designed to prepare students for the music industry, and offers professional preparation for performance and music education careers. Students can major in music performance in such areas as: steel pan, voice, guitar, classical piano, brass, reed, and music education. Courses are taught by professional musicians from many different genres and backgrounds-jazz, classical, and other contemporary idioms-who combine academic qualifications with significant experience in the music industry of Trinidad and Tobago.

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Graduation Requirements: Bachelor of Music

To be awarded the Bachelor degree in Music, students must successfully complete the required courses in the major, the courses in the instrument specialization and the core curriculum credits, according to the distribution below.

Area of Specialization

Courses in

the Major

Core

Curriculum

Credits

Instrument

Specialization

Guided

Elective

Credits

TOTAL

CREDITS

Voice

37 credits

51 credits

34 credits

3 credits

125

Guitar

37 credits

51 credits

28 credits

9 credits

125

Piano

37 credits

51 credits

34 credits

3 credits

125

Pan

37 credits

51 credits

31 credits

6 credits

125

Woodwind and Brass

37 credits

51 credits

31 credits

6 credits

125

Music Education

37 credits

51 credits

37 credits

0 credits

125

COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

MUSC 155 Music Theory I 3 ARTS 119 Foundations of Art and Music 3 MUSC 156 Music Theory II 3 BUSI 203 Leadership and Ethics 3 MUSC 157 Aural Skills I 2 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 MUSC 158 Aural Skills II 2 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 MUSC 185 History of Music of Western Europe I 3 ECON 110 Introduction to General Economics 3 MUSC 205 Basic Conducting 1 ENGL 200 Comparative Literature 3 MUSC 290 Music Theory III 3 ENTP 210 Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship 3 MUSC 294 History of Music of Western Europe II 3 ENVH 102 World Issues in Public Health 1 MUSC 315 Computers and Music 3 ENVH 121 Environmental Issues and Sustainability 1 MUSC 329 Survey of the Music Industry 3 HIST 210 History of Trinidad and Tobago 3 MUSC 405 Intermediate Conducting 1 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 MUSC 408 World Music and Caribbean Aesthetics 2 MATH 117 College Algebra 3 MUSC 409 Poetry and Lyrics in Music 2 PSYC 103 Understanding Human Behaviour and Diversity 3 MUSC 490 Music Theory IV 3 RELI 205 Comparative Religion 3 MUSP 200 Class Piano I 1 SCIE 121 Foundations of Natural Sciences 3 MUSP 201 Class Piano II 1 SCIE 201 Contemporary Issues in Science 1 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 SPAN 100 Introduction to Spanish 3 STAT 120 Fundamentals of Statistics 3

VOICE SPECIALIZATION

The requirements for the voice specialization are 125 credits (37 credits in major, 34 specialized credits, 3 guided elective credits, and 51 core curriculum credits).

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COURSES IN THE AREA OF SPECIALIZATION GUIDED ELECTIVES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

MUSV 131 Primary Applied Instrument I-Voice 3 MUSC 410 History of Calypso 3 MUSV 132 Primary Applied Instrument II-Voice 3 MUSC 411 Jazz History 3 MUSV 253 Primary Applied Instrument III-Voice 3 MUSC 412 The Art of Transcription 3 MUSV 254 Primary Applied Instrument IV-Voice 3 MUSC 413 Musical Theatre History 3 MUSV 151 Major Performing Ensemble I-Voice 1 MUSC 414 Calypso Arranging 3 MUSV 152 Major Performing Ensemble II-Voice 1 MUSC 495 Big Band Arranging 3 MUSV 263 Major Performing Ensemble III-Voice 1 Any one of the above 3 MUSV 264 Major Performing Ensemble IV-Voice 1

MUSV 320 Junior Recital-Voice 0 MUSV 351 Primary Applied Instrument V-Voice 3 MUSV 352 Primary Applied Instrument VI-Voice 3 MUSV 485 Major Performing Ensemble V-Voice 1 MUSV 486 Major Performing Ensemble VI-Voice 1 MUSV 301 Diction for Singers I 2 MUSV 302 Diction for Singers II 2 MUSC 303 Movement and Acting 3 MUSV 403 Opera Theatre Workshop 3 MUSV 435 Recital Attendance -Voice 0 MUSV 455 Senior Recital-Voice 0

Total Credits for Required Courses in Voice Specialization 34 Total Guided Elective Credits 3

GUITAR SPECIALIZATION

The requirements for the guitar specialization are 125 credits (37 credits in major, 28 specialized credits, 9 guided elective credits, and 51 core curriculum credits).

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

MUSG 131 Primary Applied Instrument I-Guitar 3 MUSC 410 History of Calypso 3 MUSG 132 Primary Applied Instrument II-Guitar 3 MUSC 411 Jazz History 3 MUSG 253 Primary Applied Instrument III-Guitar 3 MUSC 412 The Art of Transcription 3 MUSG 254 Primary Applied Instrument IV-Guitar 3 MUSC 413 Musical Theatre History 3 MUSG 151 Major Performing Ensemble I-Guitar 1 MUSC 414 Calypso Arranging 3 MUSG 152 Major Performing Ensemble II-Guitar 1 MUSC 495 Big Band Arranging 3 MUSG 263 Major Performing Ensemble III-Guitar 1 Any three of the above 9 MUSG 264 Major Performing Ensemble IV-Guitar 1

MUSG 320 Junior Recital-Guitar 0 MUSG 351 Primary Applied Instrument V-Guitar 3 MUSG 352 Primary Applied Instrument VI-Guitar 3 MUSG 485 Major Performing Ensemble V-Guitar 1 MUSG 486 Major Performing Ensemble VI-Guitar 1 MUSG 304 Guitar Literature 2 MUSG 305 Guitar Pedagogy 2 MUSG 435 Recital Attendance -Guitar 0 MUSG 455 Senior Recital-Guitar 0

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PIANO SPECIALIZATION

The requirement for the piano specialization is 125 credits (37 credits in major, 34 specialized credits, 3 guided elective credits, and 51 core curriculum credits).

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

MUSP 131 Primary Applied Instrument I-Piano 3 MUSC 410 History of Calypso 3 MUSP 132 Primary Applied Instrument II-Piano 3 MUSC 411 Jazz History 3 MUSP 253 Primary Applied Instrument III-Piano 3 MUSC 412 The Art of Transcription 3 MUSP 254 Primary Applied Instrument IV-Piano 3 MUSC 413 Musical Theatre History 3 *** Major Performing Ensemble I 1 MUSC 414 Calypso Arranging 3 *** Major Performing Ensemble II 1 MUSC 495 Big Band Arranging 3 *** Major Performing Ensemble III 1 Any one of the above 3 *** Major Performing Ensemble IV 1

MUSP 320 Junior Recital-Piano 0 MUSP 351 Primary Applied Instrument V-Piano 3 MUSP 352 Primary Applied Instrument VI-Piano 3 *** Major Performing Ensemble V 1 *** Major Performing Ensemble VI 1 MUSP 304 Piano Literature 2

MUSP 305 Piano Pedagogy 2

MUSP 328 Keyboard Techniques 3 MUSP 405 Jazz Class-Piano 3 MUSP 325 Recital Attendance -Piano 0 MUSP 455 Senior Recital-Piano 0

Total Credits for Required Courses in Piano Specialization 34 Total Guided Elective Credits 3

*** There is no piano ensemble. Piano majors will be required to participate in one of the other ensemble classes.

PAN SPECIALIZATION

The requirement for the pan specialization is 125 credits (37 credits in major, 31 specialized credits, 6 guided elective credits, and 51 core curriculum credits).

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

MUSS 131 Primary Applied Instrument I- Pan 3 MUSC 410 History of Calypso 3 MUSS 132 Primary Applied Instrument II-Pan 3 MUSC 411 Jazz History 3 MUSS 253 Primary Applied Instrument III-Pan 3 MUSC 412 The Art of Transcription 3 MUSS 254 Primary Applied Instrument IV-Pan 3 MUSC 413 Musical Theatre History 3 MUSS 151 Major Performing Ensemble I-Pan 1 MUSC 414 Calypso Arranging 3 MUSS 152 Major Performing Ensemble II-Pan 1 MUSC 495 Big Band Arranging 3 MUSS 263 Major Performing Ensemble III-Pan 1 Any two of the above 6

MUSS 264 Major Performing Ensemble IV-Pan 1 MUSS 320 Junior Recital-Pan 0

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WOODWIND AND BRASS SPECIALIZATION

The requirement for the woodwind and brass specialization is125 credits (37 credits in major, 28 specialized credits, 9 guided elective credits, and 51 core curriculum credits).

COURSES IN THE AREA OF SPECIALIZATION GUIDED ELECTIVES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

MUSW 131 Primary Applied Instrument I-Woodwind/Brass 3 MUSC 410 History of Calypso 3 MUSW 132 Primary Applied Instrument II- Woodwind/Brass 3 MUSC 411 Jazz History 3 MUSW 253 Primary Applied Instrument III-Woodwind/Brass 3 MUSC 412 The Art of Transcription 3 MUSW 254 Primary Applied Instrument IV- Woodwind/Brass 3 MUSC 413 Musical Theatre History 3 MUSW 320 Junior Recital- Woodwind/Brass 0 MUSC 414 Calypso Arranging 3 MUSW 351 Primary Applied Instrument V- Woodwind/Brass 3 MUSC 495 Big Band Arranging 3 MUSW 352 Primary Applied Instrument VI- Woodwind/Brass 3 Any three of the above 9 MUSW 435 Recital Attendance - Woodwind/Brass 0

MUSW 455 Senior Recital- Woodwind/Brass 0 MUSJ 151 Major Performing Ensemble I-Jazz 1 MUSJ 152 Major Performing Ensemble II-Jazz 1 MUSJ 263 Major Performing Ensemble III-Jazz 1 MUSJ 264 Major Performing Ensemble IV-Jazz 1 MUSJ 485 Major Performing Ensemble V-Jazz 1 MUSJ 486 Major Performing Ensemble VI-Jazz 1 MUSI 304 Instrumental Literature 2 MUSI 305 Instrumental Pedagogy 2 MUSJ 151 Major Performing Ensemble I-Jazz 1

Total Credits for Required Courses in Woodwind/ Brass Specialization 28 Total Guided Elective Credits 9

MUSIC EDUCATION SPECIALIZATION

The requirement for the music education specialization is 125 credits (37 credits in the major, 37 specialized credits, and 51 core curriculum credits).

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

*** Primary Applied Instrument I 3 MUSC 410 History of Calypso 3 *** Primary Applied Instrument II 3 MUSC 411 Jazz History 3 *** Primary Applied Instrument III 3 MUSC 412 The Art of Transcription 3 *** Primary Applied Instrument IV 3 MUSC 413 Musical Theatre History 3 *** Major Performing Ensemble I 1 MUSC 414 Calypso Arranging 3 *** Major Performing Ensemble II 1 MUSC 495 Big Band Arranging 3 *** Major Performing Ensemble III 1

*** Major Performing Ensemble IV 1

*** Junior Recital 0

*** Primary Applied Instrument V 3 *** Primary Applied Instrument VI 3 *** Major Performing Ensemble V 1 *** Major Performing Ensemble VI 1 MUSC 312 Introduction to Music Therapy 2 MUSG 313 Guitar Accompaniment 2

MUSE 311 Music Education I 3

MUSE 411 Music Education II 3

MUSE 325 Recital Attendance –Music Education 0 MUSC 499 Senior Project - Music 3

Total Credits for Required Courses in Music Education Specialization 37 Total Guided Elective Credits 0

***Music Education majors are required to choose and study an instrument from the menu of available options. The ensemble must complement the primary applied instrument of study.

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Career Options: • Music performer

• Music educator in early childhood, primary or secondary school • Music school administrator

• Studio teacher

• Music consultant / supervisor

Associate in Applied Arts - Performing Arts: Music

This degree programme essentially comprises the first two years of the Bachelor of Music degree. Students pursuing a Bachelor of Music degree can exit with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Performing Arts: Music, once they have completed the prescribed list of courses below.

Graduation Requirements: Associate in Applied Arts – Performing Arts: Music

To be awarded the Associate in Applied Science degree in Performing Arts: Music, students must successfully complete 65 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:

Required courses in the major area of study 25 credits Required courses in the area of specialization 16 credits

Total courses in major area of study 41 credits

MAJOR COURSES CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE Cr. CODE COURSE TITLE Cr.

MUSC 155 Music Theory I 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 MUSC 156 Music Theory II 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 MUSC 157 Aural Skills I 2 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 MUSC 158 Aural Skills II 2 STAT 120 Fundamentals of Statistics 3 MUSC 185 History of the Music of Western Europe I 3 PSYC 103 Understanding Human Behavior and Diversity 3 MUSC 205 Basic Conducting 1 BUSI 203 Leadership and Ethics 3 MUSC 290 Music Theory III 3 ARTS 119 Foundations of Art and Music 3 MUSC 294 History of Music of Western Europe II 3 SCIE 121 Foundations of Natural Science 3 MUSC 315 Computers and Music 3

MUSP 200 Class Piano I 1

MUSP 201 Class Piano II 1

REQUIRED COURSES FOR VOICE SPECIALIZATION REQUIRED COURSES FOR GUITAR SPECIALIZATION

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REQUIRED COURSES FOR PIANO SPECIALIZATION REQUIRED COURSES FOR PAN SPECIALIZATION MUSP 131 Primary Applied Instrument I-Piano 3 MUSS 131 Primary Applied Instrument I- Pan 3 MUSP 132 Primary Applied Instrument II-Piano 3 MUSS 132 Primary Applied Instrument II-Pan 3 MUSP 253 Primary Applied Instrument III-Piano 3 MUSS 253 Primary Applied Instrument III-Pan 3 MUSS 254 Primary Applied Instrument IV-Pan 3 MUSP 254 Primary Applied Instrument IV-Piano 3 MUSS 151 Major Performing Ensemble I-Pan 1 *** Major Performing Ensemble I 1 MUSS 152 Major Performing Ensemble II-Pan 1 *** Major Performing Ensemble II 1 MUSS 263 Major Performing Ensemble III-Pan 1 *** Major Performing Ensemble III 1 MUSS 264 Major Performing Ensemble IV-Pan 1 *** Major Performing Ensemble IV-Piano 1 MUSS 320 Junior Recital-Pan 0 MUSP 320 Junior Recital-Piano 0

Total Credits for Required Piano Specialization Courses 16 Total Credits for Required Pan Specialization Courses 16

REQUIRED COURSES FOR WOODWIND AND BRASS SPECIALIZATION

MUSW 131 Primary Applied Instrument I-Wind 3 MUSW 132 Primary Applied Instrument II-Wind 3 MUSW 253 Primary Applied Instrument III-Wind 3 MUSW 254 Primary Applied Instrument IV-Wind 3 MUSJ 151 Major Performing Ensemble I-Jazz 1 MUSJ 152 Major Performing Ensemble II-Jazz 1 MUSJ 263 Major Performing Ensemble III-Jazz 1 MUSJ 264 Major Performing Ensemble IV-Jazz 1 MUSW 320 Junior Recital-Wind 0

Total Credits for Required Piano Specialization Courses 16

*** There is no piano ensemble. Piano majors will be required to participate in one of the other ensemble classes.

Associate in Applied Science - Graphic Design

The Associate degree in Applied Science in Graphic Design is a comprehensive graphic arts programme which develops students’ skills in the latest technologies, while building a solid foundation in traditional art and design. Students learn the basic theories of advertising, layout, type, colour and illustration and become proficient in the use of electronic technologies for graphic communications.

Graduation Requirements: Associate in Applied Science - Graphic Design

To be awarded the Associate in Applied Science degree in Graphic Design, students must successfully complete 66 credits with a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to the following distribution:

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COURSES IN THE MAJOR CORE CURRICULUM COURSES

CODE COURSE TITLE CR CODE COURSE TITLE CR

GRDE 122 Principles of Design 3 COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing 3 GRDE 123 Introduction to Drawing and Painting 3 COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace 3 GRDE 124 Visual Thinking and Advertising Concepts 3 MATH 116 Contemporary College Math 3 GRDE 130 Typography I (Calligraphy and Letterform) 3 LIBS 130 Fundamental Research Skills 3 GRDE 153 Image Manipulation 3 SOCI 102 Introduction to the Study of Society 3 GRDE 182 Vector Graphics 3 ENTP 210 Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship 3 GRDE 215 Digital Photography 3 BUSI 203 Leadership and Ethics 3 GRDE 230 Typography II (Logos and Creating Identities) 3 PSYC 103 Understanding Human Behavior and Diversity 3 GRDE 234 Publication Design 3 Total Core Curriculum Credits 24

GRDE 244 3D Design: Rendering and Storyboarding 3

GRDE 245 Art History 3 _{SUPPORT COURSES}

GRDE 253 Introduction to Motion Graphics 3

GRDE 255 Graphic Design Practicum 3 ITEC 240 Web Page Design 3

Total Credits for Required Courses in the Major 39 Total Core Curriculum Credits 3

Guided prerequisite course

GRDE 128 Introduction to Commercial Design 3

Career Options:

Entry level in a range of occupations requiring good design skills, such as those listed below: • Advertising

• Illustration • Web design • Package design • Publishing

• Film and television • Photography studios

Full-Time Faculty Profile – Fine and Performing Arts Nadine Gonzales Department Chair

Senior Lecturer - Voice M.M., BM

Research Interests: Music Education

Withnold Green Senior Lecturer - Piano F.T.C.L., BM

Renwick Paul

Senior Lecturer - Music Education M.Ed., BM

Wayne Bruno

Senior Lecturer - Guitar M.M., BM

David Hugh Spicer

Senior Lecturer - Graphic Design MFA, BFA

Research Interests: Contemporary Typography regarding the

development of logos in the Southern Caribbean

Julie Gouveia Ferguson Lecturer - Graphic Design BFA

Research Interests: Technological advancements in visual arts

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Course Descriptions

ANTH 250 Caribbean Anthropology

This course provides a general introduction to the field of anthropology and places emphasis on the diversity of Caribbean peoples and cultures. Students will cover the history of the discipline, its sub-fields, the major theories, methodologies and the variety of ways in which Caribbean peoples experience and interpret the world. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

ARTS 119 Foundations of Art and Music

This course introduces students to the history of Western European art and music and the rich cultural diversity that defines the musical traditions of Trinidad and Tobago. The course is comprises an overview of Western art and music, a study of local and regional artists, the evolution of the music of Trinidad and Tobago and the function of art within cultural expression. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

COMM 104 Language and Communications Skills

This course is designed to enhance students’ grasp of the fundamental elements of standard English and improve their oral and written communication skills in their specific work environment. As such it will combine elements of grammar, vocabulary, comprehension exercises and business communications. Emphasis will be placed on the correct use of grammar and vocabulary in oral situations. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

COMM 117 Fundamentals of Writing

This course strengthens students’ writing skills with a focus on critical thinking and non-fiction writing as imperatives of effective communication. Students will complete a range of tasks that will enable them to write clearly and concisely. This course will also enhance students’ command and critical appreciation of various rhetorical modes. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

COMM 118 Communication in the Workplace

This course will engage students in learning and practising an array of oral and written communication skills relevant to the workplace. The objective is to produce a graduate who will be confident and effective in responding to the diverse demands of the modern workplace. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

COMM 119 Advanced Grammar for Office Professionals

This course is designed to enhance the communicative competency of students, with special emphasis on accuracy in grammar and mechanics in written business forms. Students will learn to write effectively in Standard English by correctly using subject verb agreement, pronoun concord, sentence construction and more complex sentence structures. Their editing skills will be honed by correcting errors in memos, agenda, minutes, business letters and reports. They will also be required to convert point form notes and conversations into continuous prose formats in various business forms. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None/ Co–requisite: COMM 118

COMM 121 Introduction to Mass Communication

This course provides an introduction to the principles and concepts of communicating to mass audiences in an ever changing global environment. Students will examine different cultures and the historical impact of different types of media, advertising and public relations on society. In addition, the course will explore the theories and effects of mass communication, media freedom, regulation and ethics in today’s world. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

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COMM 125 English for Court Transcription

This course is intended to build or improve students’ ability to recognize, manipulate and produce Standard English grammar in both oral and written contexts. Students will be able to distinguish between local dialect and Standard English linguistic structures. Emphasis will be placed on the development of oral and written competencies in Standard English. 5 Credits/ Prerequisites: None

COMM 130 Communication III: Understanding Human Communication

This course offers an in-depth study of the dynamics of human communication and reviews communication at the interpersonal, intra-personal and group levels. Students will examine theories of mass communication. They will also examine ways of improving business communication. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

COMM 135 Voice and Presentation

This course is designed to develop speaking, presenting, listening and interviewing skills. Emphasis is placed on voice and non-verbal forms of communication, including spatial and body movements (body language), cues and signals which are continuously encoded and decoded. Students will also learn and practice elements of presentation – voice, expression, use of eyes and tone. Effective use of posture, gestures, dress and different modes of delivery will also be explored. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

COMM 140 Speech Writing

Students will learn how to write and present speeches for various audiences and occasions. They will be introduced to the elements of speech writing: formulating, focusing, organizing and rewriting. The theories of understanding and engaging the audience verbally and non-verbally will be explored. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

COMM 151 Communication in Nursing (Formerly NURS 103)

In this course, students focus on the development of communication skills utilised in professional nursing. Students will acquire verbal and non-verbal communication skills which will enable them to develop effective, caring human relationships with a diverse population of clients. The relationship of the individual with self, oth-ers and groups is discussed. 2 Credits/ Prerequisite: None.

COMM 350 Communication via Social Networking

This is a dynamic course which shows how social media has affected the ways in which people discover, create and share news and information. The course explores in detail the similarities and distinct differences among social and industrial media and issues such as the accountability, reach, accessibility, usability, currency and permanence of social networking sites (SNS). 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

COMM 365 Audience and Reception

This course exposes students to some key concepts and thinkers who have shaped the ways in which researchers have addressed how audiences engage with different modes of communication. Students will examine audiences of movies, radio, television and news media. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None

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COMM 452 Film as Communication

Through the viewing of selected films and film clips, students will examine the interplay among the elements of film which create the production of meaning(s) and how this then reflects, impacts upon and shapes society. They will also become more critically aware and conscious consumers of media. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: COMM 365

COMM 499 Senior Project - Mass Communications

This is a guided independent research project which may take the form of a written project or an audio-visual project in the field of mass communication. The topic selected by the student must have lecturer approval and should either be something new or a continuation of work previously undertaken in the field. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None / Co-requisite: JOUR 455

COPR 010 Life Skills

In this course, students will develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes that promote personal development, health and well-being. Upon completion, they will be more balanced individuals poised to successfully maneuver through the tertiary level environment and life’s most challenging moments. 3 Credits/ Prerequisite: None COUN 100 Counselling

The course introduces the students to