IDS 1000 COLLEGE SURVIVAL SKILLS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course orients students to college by introducing techniques of time management, study strategies, research, computer use, collaborative learning, health management, critical thinking, and problem solving. In addition, students will become familiar with college offices, policies, and procedures.

IDS 1010 CRITICAL THINKING: 2 sem hrs cr
This course teaches the tools and methodologies of critical thinking including inductive and deductive reasoning, principles of logic, categorization of values, argumentation, etc. It analyzes the interrelationship of the humanities and technology and its impact on social, civic, and economic thinking in contemporary America. Critical thinking tools are also applied to a variety of additional topics such as current events and ethical issues. Prerequisite: ENGL 1010.

IDS 1020 SEMINAR FOR HUMANITIES STUDIES I: 3 sem hrs cr
IDS 1021 SEMINAR FOR HUMANITIES STUDIES II: 3 sem hrs cr
IDS 1022 SEMINAR FOR HUMANITIES STUDIES II: 3 sem hrs cr
IDS 1023 SEMINAR FOR HUMANITIES STUDIES IV: 3 sem hrs cr
These courses provide a forum for the study and critical analysis of Humanities topics and issues, utilizing the principles and techniques of critical thinking and creative problem solving. Students will develop skills of criticism, collaboration, and debate within a group setting. The courses are cross-curricular and have a changing focus based on the chosen topic.

IDS 2200 HUMAN DYNAMICS: COVEY'S SEVEN HABITS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course covers the basic principles underlying the habits of highly effective people. Guided learning experiences emphasize those habits that directly affect personal and professional performance capabilities.

IDS 2990 TOPICS IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES: 1-5 sem hrs cr
Selected topics in interdisciplinary studies is a specially designed course for students interested in pursuing specific study projects under the supervision of a discipline instructor and approved by an advisor, the course instructor, and the Dean of Humanities and Social Science. No more than six semester hours in topics courses may be used in meeting minimum degree requirements.