LIBERAL ARTS
ILB 100 Study Skills
(1 credits)
The development of study skills in higher education,
in terms of time-management, note-taking, reading-skills,
report writing and library usage.
ILB 101 General Psychology
(3 credits)
To introduce students to the fundamental knowledge
of human behavior and nature; a disciplinary study of the
development of the various branches of psychology; fundamental
physiology relating to psychological growth and development;
motivation and emotion; perception, learning, attitude, personality
development and human relations.
ILB 107 Ethics
(3 credits)
A study of metaphysical and ethical backgrounds,
idealism, materialism, naturalism, existentialism, ideal aims of
life, and ethical standards. The practice of solving current
ethical issues, and the social responsibilities of individuals are
included.
ILB 108 Critical and Creative Thinking
(3 credits)
A study of logical thinking, the process of reasoning,
the structure of deductive and inductive arguments, syllogism,
enthymeme, basic symbolic logic, induction by enumeration,
critical analysis of arguments found in daily life. Theories of
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creative thinking are included. The development techniques
of factors and activities related to creative thinking are focused
upon.
ILB 109 Politics and Government
(3 credits)
A study of important political theories; governmental
structures and political systems of global influential countries,
Thailand and other countries in Southeast Asia; comparisons
between the Thai government and selected foreign governments.
Students also study the Thai Constitution, civil rights and elections.
ILB 110 Intercultural Studies
(3 credits)
A comparative study of various contemporary
cultures designed to improve the students’ global perspectives
and to widen their horizons. Emphasis will be on customs,
traditions, arts, beliefs and values.
ILB 113 Art Appreciation
(1 credits)
A study designed to acquaint students with art
philosophies, their elements, principles and values.
ILB 331 Thai Studies
(3 credits)
A study of all facets concerning Thai history, political
development, politics, international relationships, economic
and societal structures, culture, art, literature, Buddhist
philosophy, Thai wisdom, and the adapting and preserving of
the Thai culture in the ever changing world.