Fundamental Skills

General Education Program

The GER should help the student to develop the following skills necessary for advanced study and lifelong learning.

Communications
The ability to think and read analytically, critically, and creatively in a wide variety of areas; the ability to express himself critically and affectively in writing and in speech, in both formal and informal situations.

Quantification
The ability to perform mathematical computations, to reason quantitatively, and to apply basic mathematical processes to daily work and everyday living; the ability to use a computer to acquire and process information.

Health Science and Physical Education
The ability to use the principles and practices underlying optimal health and physical fitness to demonstrate a degree of skill in recreational activities.