Course Descriptions
Springfield College Undergraduate Courses
PHI-201 (3). Introduction to Philosophy. An introduction to some of the main philosophical problems of traditional Western thought, including ethics, metaphysics, epistemology and the philosophy of religion. IAI H4 900.
PHI-211 (3). Logic. Irregular. IAI H4 906.
PHI-213 (3). General Ethics. A fundamental course in traditional Western ethical theories from ancient to modern, covering basic ethical questions such as the meaning of what is good, the problem of determinism vs. free will, the nature of social good and justice and the meaningfulness of moral language. IAI H4 904.
Physical Education (PED) Courses
PED-101 (1). Individual Sports. Participation in individual sports such as bowling, tennis, badminton, aerobics and running and jogging. Class meets at regularly scheduled times.
PED-102 (1). Team Sports. Participation in team sports such as softball and volleyball. Class meets at regularly scheduled times.
PED-103 (1). Intercollegiate Sports. Students who participate in intercollegiate sports may receive only one credit per semester and only up to two credits during their enrollment at SCI.
Physical Science (PHS) Courses
PHS-103 (4). Physical Science I. Gives the basic principles of physics and astronomy. Designed to give the non-science major and the education major an appreciation of the physical universe as well as some of the basic physical principles that govern the universe. A historical perspective of contemporary science is also included. Prerequisite: one year of high school algebra. (Three lecture hours and one three-hour laboratory weekly). Periodically. IAI P9 900L.
PHS-104 (3). Physical Science II. Gives the basic principles of chemistry and earth sciences. Designed to give the non-science major and the education major an appreciation of the physical universe as well as some of the basic principles, which govern the universe. A historical perspective of contemporary science is also included. Prerequisite: one year of high school algebra. (Three lecture hours). IAI P9 900.
PHY-201 (4). College Physics I. This course is fundamental for work in advanced physics, engineering, chemistry, and application of mathematics and computer sciences. Topics cover mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and other related topics with the use of calculus. Prerequisite: MAT 223. (Three lecture hours and one three-hour laboratory weekly).
PHY-202 (4). College Physics II. This course is fundamental for work in advanced physics, engineering, chemistry, and application of mathematics and computer sciences with the use of calculus. Topics cover waves, electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics with the use of calculus. Prerequisite: PHY 201. (Three lecture hours and one three-hour laboratory weekly).
PHY-205 (4). The Universe: Stars, Galaxies and Deep Space. THE UNIVERSE is a course designed for those who have ever wondered about the mysteries and phenomena of deep space. The course will be a descriptive course with lab, and will use math, particularly algebra and some geometry. Areas of study will include an overview of modern astronomy; observational techniques of the night time sky; the concepts of space, time and gravity; the nature of stars (types, formation, evolution and death); all about galaxies, quasars, pulsars and black holes; and cosmology, new deep space theories and the fate of our universe. Prerequisite: algebra and some geometry (high school or other). (Three lecture hours and one three-hour laboratory weekly). IAI P1 906L
PHY-206 (4). The Universe: Stars, Planets and Our Solar System. This is a course designed to emphasize the constructs of nearby space phenomena by use of lecture and lab. Areas of study include an overview of ancient and modern astronomy; becoming familiar with the celestial sphere; developing observational techniques for night time viewing; the concepts of space, time and gravity; a thorough study of each planet in our solar system; plus comets and asteroids; and our own Milky Way Galaxy. Prerequisite: One year of high school algebra or equivalent. (Three lecture hours and one three-hour laboratory weekly). (Cross Reference ASTR-105). IAI P1 906L
PHY-211 (4). General Physics I. General physics is an algebra-based introductory physics course. It introduces the student to some of the principles of physics and shows how they relate to everyday life. The topics covered are mechanics, thermodynamics and fluid dynamics. Prerequisite: MAT-114 and MAT-115 or permission of the instructor. (Three lecture hours and one three-hour laboratory weekly). IAI P1 901L; IAI BIO 903.
PHY-212 (4). General Physics II. This course is a continuation of PHY-211. The topics covered are wave motion, sound, acoustics, light, optics; electricity and magnetism, electric field, magnetic field, motion of a charged particle, simple circuits; modern physics, wave-particle duality, uncertainty principle, atomic theory, nuclei and particles. Prerequisite: PHY-211. (Three lecture hours and one three-hour laboratory weekly). IAI BIO 904.
The College offers the following course on an irregular basis, depending on student interest and need. If you are interested in this course, notify the Dean of Academic Affairs.
PHY-200 (4). Basic Physics. A one-semester survey course for students requiring a conceptual knowledge of the physical laws of nature. Topics will be selected from mechanics, thermodynamics, fluids, kinetic theory and modern physics. Prerequisite: MAT-099. (Three lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory weekly). Periodically. IAI P1 900L.
Political Science (PSC) Courses
Successful completion of PSC-210 or PSC-211 and passing the examination on the provisions and principles of the Constitution of the United States and the State of Illinois (given in both courses) fulfill statutory requirements for teacher certification and the requirements of the Illinois statute for the baccalaureate degree.
PSC-110 (3). Introduction to Political Science. An introduction to the principles and methods of political science, focusing on the nature and development of political science as a discipline, the political process, political institutions and the interrelationships among elements in the political system. IAI S5 903.
PSC-210 (3). American Federal Government. An introduction to the organization and function of American national government, principles of the U.S. Constitution, operation of the federal system and institutions of government (Congress, Presidency and Supreme Court); the nature of political beliefs and political participation (political parties, interest groups, elections and voting) and contemporary public policy issues. IAI S5 900; IAI PLS 911.
PSC-211 (3). State and Local Government. An introduction to state and local government in the United States. Sub-national political jurisdictions and systems, including their powers, organization, functions and development are included, as are the institutions of government (legislature, executive and judiciary). Other topics include federalism political behavior (political parties, interest groups and voting), metropolitan politics and public policy issues. IAI S5 902; IAI PLS 915.
PSC-220 (3). International Relations. Introduction to international relations, emphasizing contemporary international problems and relations. Includes analysis of international behavior, international law, foreign policy, causes of conflicts and potential solutions. IAI S5 904N; IAI PLS 912.
PSC-230 (3). Comparative Government. Comparative examination of the political systems of selected countries, including common governmental problems, causes of political instability and revolution and techniques of political analysis. IAI S5 905.
PSC-231 (3). Comparative Government (Non-Western). A comparative examination of the political systems of selected non-Western countries, including common governmental problems, the nature of political development, causes of political instability and revolution, and techniques of political analysis.
IAI S5 906N.
PSY-210 (3). General Psychology. A general introduction to the science of human behavior. Emphasis is placed on the basic psychological processes of perception, learning and motivation as they relate to personality, individual differences, social behavior and behavioral disorders. IAI S6 900; IAI SPE 912.
PSY-211 (3). Social Psychology. A study of human value systems, social perception and influences, attitude formation and modification. Topics include interpersonal relations, social facilitation, leadership styles and the analysis of one’s self-concept. Social phenomena such as prejudice, aggression, suicide, chemical dependence and loneliness are discussed. (Cross Reference SOC-215). IAI S8 900.
PSY-213 (3). Abnormal Psychology. A study of the basic concepts of psychopathology with emphasis on research, theories, classification systems, and treatment modalities. Prerequisite: PSY-210 or consent of the instructor.
PSY-214 (3). Educational Psychology. Principles of psychology applied to education. Includes readiness, language, mental health, individual differences, learning process, measurement, evaluation, and educational implications of physical, emotional and social development.
PSY-215 (3). Growth and Development. A study of the physical, psychosocial, and cognitive growth and development characteristics of the individual across the life span from before birth to death. Some focus is given to the common problems of each stage of development. (Cross Reference EDU-224). IAI S6 902; IAI EED 903; IAI SED 903; IAI SPE 913.
PSY-230 (3). Organizational Psychology. This course will introduce students to issues related to organizational psychology including: research methods, personnel selection, placement, training, job analysis and performance appraisal, job satisfaction and motivation, leadership, organizational decision making and organizational development. Prerequisite: PSY-210. IAI PSY 906.
