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Political Science Upper-level courses are designated (AG) American Government; (CG) Comparative Government; (IR) International Relations; (PT) Political Theory; and/or (PA) Public Administration. |
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POSC 371 - History of Political Philosophy (PT) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 110 .
First Semester: Development of Western political philosophy from ancient Greece through medieval period. Second Semester: Machiavelli through early modern period. Third Semester: Hegel to the present. Emphasis on reading primary sources. Discussion of major schools of thought and interpretation of politics.
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POSC 372 - History of Political Philosophy (PT) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 110 .
First Semester: Development of Western political philosophy from ancient Greece through medieval period. Second Semester: Machiavelli through early modern period. Third Semester: Hegel to the present. Emphasis on reading primary sources. Discussion of major schools of thought and interpretation of politics.
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POSC 390 - Topics In Political Science (AG, PA, IR, CG, PT, depending on course topic) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, and POSC major, or permission of instructor.
Detailed study of a topic in political science.
Note(s): May be taken twice for credit with a different topic each time.
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POSC 432 - Public Organization Theory and Leadership (AG, PA) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 300 or permission of instructor.
Focuses on transformational leadership theories, the impact of leadership on organizational behavior/culture, and public sector revitalization in order to examine the role of (visionary) leadership in the redesign of public organizations to: (a) “fit” or become congruent with their turbulent operating environment(s); (b) enhance efficiency outcomes; and (c) fulfill their legislative, judicial, and/or political mandate.
Note(s): Students who have received credit for POSC 430 or POSC 431 cannot also receive credit for POSC 432.
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POSC 435 - Contemporary Problems in Public Administration (AG, PA) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 300 .
Developments in public finance, budgeting and personnel; trends in representative bureaucracy, regulation, regional administration.
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POSC 438 - Constitutional Law: Governmental Powers (AG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 .
Constitutional powers exercised by federal government; emphasis on intergovernmental relations, separation of powers, role of the Supreme Court in constitutional process and general theories of constitutional government.
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POSC 439 - Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties (AG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 .
Theoretical bases, popular support, judicial interpretation, and role of civil liberties in the United States.
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POSC 445 - Government and Politics in the Developing World (CG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture and discussion.
Prerequisites: POSC 231 .
Analysis of processes, problems, and prospects of modernization in underdeveloped areas of the world. Asian, African, and Latin American countries used as examples.
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POSC 458 - Force in International Relations (IR) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 241 .
An intensive study of the use of force in international relations and its effect on regimes and the soul. Themes include the classical perspective on force, just war theory, pacifism, empire maintenance and decay, and force and world order.
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POSC 461 - Government and Politics of Latin America (CG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 231 .
An introduction to Latin American politics that focuses on enduring themes and contemporary politics in selected countries.
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POSC 463 - International Political Economy (IR) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 241 .
Analysis of the political impact of economic relationships among nation-states and between nation-states, subnational organizations, and supranational organizations. Topics covered include international trade, international monetary relations, imperialism, dependency, multinational corporations and the politics of natural resources.
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POSC 474 - American Political Thought (AG, PT) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hour lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 110 and POSC 120 .
Examines the thought of the American founders, the principles of the constitutional order, and the evolution of American political thought over more than two centuries. Emphasis on original sources in the thought of American statesmen, political activists and dissenters, and intellectuals.
Note(s): Students who have received credit for POSC 472 or POSC 473 cannot also receive credit for POSC 474.
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POSC 485 - Internships in Political Science and Public Administration Credits: (3-15)
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing; 2.5 in political science; 2.0 cumulative university GPA; departmental approval.
Must be POSC major or minor. Only three hours may be applied toward requirements for the major or minor. This course will allow students to integrate concepts developed in classroom experiences and relevant readings in the theory of political science and public administration with the practice of these concepts in public and private agencies, organizations, and institutions.
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POSC 488 - Final Honors Project (AG; CG; IR; PA; PT: as designated) Credits: (2-3)
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Honors Academy, completion of all other Honors Academy requirements, a minimum 3.5 GPA in all courses and in political science.
Project and the topic to be explored will be determined by the student, the faculty member with whom the student works, and the department. (Honors project may be a written or a written and performance-based project.) In order to receive honors credit, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the final project.
Note(s): Course may not be repeated.
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POSC 490 - Seminar (AG; CG; IR; PA; PT; as designated) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture and discussion.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of appropriate 100- or 200-level course or permission of the instructor.
Analysis of a particular problem or issue in political science or contemporary politics. Depending upon the topic, this course may be used to meet requirements for the minor in Appalachian Studies.
Note(s): May be repeated as topics change.
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POSC 491 - Scope and Methods in Political Science (PT) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 110 , and junior or senior standing.
Introduction to professional study; focus on conceptual approaches to study of political science, various contemporary schools of thought and methodology. Primary work in research methods as appropriate to the various subfields of the discipline.
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POSC 498 - Independent Study (AG; CG; IR; PA; PT: as designated) Credits: (1-3)
Prerequisites: 18 hours of political science, and permission of instructor.
Students must obtain approval from department on proposed program in semester preceding that in which independent study is anticipated. See “Independent Study .”
Note(s): Course may carry one to three hours credit a semester and may be repeated up to six semester hours, but a maximum of three hours may be counted toward completion of any concentration requirements. Offered as required.
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PSYC 121 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduces students to the scientific study of behavior. Topics include essential concepts in brain function, emotion, cognition, learning, personality, social behavior, abnormal psychology, the methods used to generate psychological knowledge, and application of this knowledge in a variety of settings.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Social and Behavioral Sciences.
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PSYC 218 - Adolescent Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Emotional, social, physical, personality and cognitive aspects of human development in adolescence.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 318 and PSYC 218.
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PSYC 222 - Orientation to the Psychology Major Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: Psychology major; recommended for majors with less than 18 hours of PSYC courses.
Introduces students to psychology as it is practiced in academic and professional settings, with the goal of enhancing students understanding of career possibilities in the field. Students will also learn how to manage their undergraduate psychology education to prepare for careers related to psychology.
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PSYC 230 - Lifespan Developmental Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Will contribute to an understanding of the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of people throughout the lifespan. Areas of development that will be covered include motoric and perceptual skill development, social/emotional and personality development, linguistic and intellectual development from conception through old age.
Note(s): This course will not substitute for PSYC 317 as a Psychology social science core class.
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PSYC 250 - Psychology of Diversity Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Provides an overview of the psychology of race/ethnicity, sex/gender, and minority groups in a multicultural context. This course will cover issues of psychological development, mental health, sex/gender, and power inequity within minority groups residing in North America, including but not limited to: African-Americans, Hispanic/Latino Americans, American Indians, and Asian Pacific Islanders. It provides a means of critical analysis and integration of diverse perspectives that exist within contemporary psychology. Major emphasis will be on developing an understanding of the variation within and between racial/ethnic groups; psychological issues relevant to women and their minority or out-group status; psychological issues or regarding gender within minority groups; and the psychological processes that underlie the perpetuation of group conflict and inequity and the multicultural approach to confronting these issues.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 350 and PSYC 250. This course may be used to meet requirements for the minor in Women’s Studies.
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PSYC 282 - Consumer Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Study of relationship between organizations that provide goods and services and individuals who receive them; emphasis on research findings which help consumers derive greater satisfaction and pleasure from the products they consume.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both PSYC 382 and PSYC 282.
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PSYC 301 - Analysis of Psychological Data Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Pre- or Corequisites: STAT 200 or permission of the instructor.
Introduces students to the major methods and techniques employed in the analysis of behavioral data, including descriptive statistics, graphing, measures of the degree of association between variables, and techniques in statistical inference. During the laboratory portion of the class students will (a) complete exercises that provide hands-on experience with concepts presented in lecture and (b) analyze data addressing empirical questions in a variety of areas in psychology.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for PSYC 301 after passing PSYC 201.
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PSYC 302 - Research Methods in Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PSYC 301 .
Introduces students to the major methods and techniques employed in psychological research, including descriptive, correlational, and experimental approaches to empirical research. During the laboratory portion of the class, students will design and conduct empirical research projects, analyze data from those projects, and write reports describing the research in American Psychological Association (APA) format.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for PSYC 302 after passing PSYC 202.
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PSYC 317 - Child Psychology (SS Core) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Motor, perceptual, linguistic, social and intellectual aspects of human development from conception through middle childhood.
Note(s): Fulfills one of the Social Sciences core requirements for the psychology major and minor.
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PSYC 320 - Introduction to Cognitive Psychology (NS Core) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
A survey of human cognitive psychology. Topics include attention, perception, memory, mental imagery, language and reading, problem-solving, and decision making.
Note(s): This course satisfies one of the Natural Science core requirements for the psychology major and minor.
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PSYC 333 - Principles of Learning (NS Core) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
An introduction to fundamental principles, processes, and theories of experimental and applied learning. Topics may include classical and operant conditioning, observational learning, social learning, choice and matching, language, and animal cognition. Examines current applications of learning theory in applied settings, such as behavior modification and treatment of psychological disorders.
Note(s): This course fulfills one of the Natural Science core requirements for the psychology major and minor.
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PSYC 343 - Social Psychology (SS Core) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Study of the effects of others on the behavior of individuals, including social perception, attitude change, attraction and conformity, as well as the structure and behavior of groups, including leadership, competition and decision making.
Note(s): Fulfills one of the Social Sciences core requirements for the psychology major and minor.
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PSYC 347 - Environmental Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Covers topics related to the interrelationship between human behavior and experience, and the built and natural environment.
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PSYC 353 - Comparative Behavior Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 and either BIOL 103 or BIOL 131 .
Cross-Listed: BIOL 353
Study of animal behavior from viewpoints of zoology, ethology and comparative psychology. Topics may include, but are not limited to, animal sensory capacities, motor capabilities and coordinating mechanisms; classification of behaviorial traits; analysis of instinctive behavior, learned behavior, social behavior, animal communications and evolutionary significance of social organization.
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PSYC 361 - Psychology of Personality (SS Core) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Introduction to descriptions, dynamics and determinants of personality. The major theories of personality are discussed and compared.
Note(s): Fulfills one of the Social Science core requirements for the psychology major and minor.
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PSYC 377 - Introduction to Sensation and Perception (NS Core) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
An introduction to the basic concepts and theories of sensory and perceptual psychology. Selected areas of application to everyday life will also be included.
Note(s): Fulfills one of the Natural Sciences core requirements for the psychology major and minor.
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PSYC 378 - Brain and Behavior (NS Core) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Examines the brain and its role in mediating behavior and psychological processes in humans and other animals. Topics to be covered include neuronal functioning and communication, structure of the nervous system, common neurological disorders, neural bases of perception and action, learning, memory and cognition, motivation, and biological foundations of psychological disorders.
Note(s): Fulfills one of the Natural Sciences core requirements for the psychology major and minor.
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PSYC 381 - Psychology of Work Behavior Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Study of human behavior in relation to personnel, worker motivation, satisfaction, efficiency, work training, leadership and organizational communications.
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PSYC 387 - Sport Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Provides students with an opportunity to learn about the application of psychology in a specific context (i.e., sport and exercise). Students will be exposed to theoretical perspectives, applications, and research methods used to examine individuals participating in sport and exercise. Students will be expected to write, discuss, and apply psychological principles to individuals participating individually in sport and/or exercise or in team settings.
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PSYC 391 - Psychology of Women Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Investigates changing roles of women, and the factors of education, intelligence, personality, physical characteristics and socialization that contribute to these roles.
Note(s): This course may be used to meet requirements for the minor in Women’s Studies.
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PSYC 393 - Psychology of Human Sexuality Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Students will study psychological theory regarding human sexuality. They will develop research skills in order to be informed consumers of sex research, to think critically about arguments proposed in the field of sexology using psychological theories, to identify their values and beliefs surrounding sexuality, and to develop knowledge and skills surrounding social justice and human sexuality.
Note(s): This course may be used to meet requirements for the minor in Women’s Studies.
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PSYC 401 - Psychology of the Exceptional Child Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 317 .
Gives students an understanding of children who are different intellectually, behaviorally, socially and physically from the average child, as well as an understanding of the ecology of an exceptional child; provides student with some knowledge of special needs and techniques used in the assessment of and education of such individuals as well as information about capacities and abilities.
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PSYC 405 - Forensic Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture and discussion.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Course provides a survey of the forensic psychology areas. Topics will include aggression, serial killers, jury psychology, eyewitness testimony, detecting deception, insanity plea, hostage negotiation, and critical incident counseling.
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PSYC 415 - Evolutionary Psychology Credits: (-3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Application of evolution theory to understanding human behavior, including the topics of learning, intelligence, mating strategies and gender differences, kinship and social interaction, motivation, emotion, health, and psychopathology.
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PSYC 420 - Research in Cognitive Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PSYC 302 , PSYC 320 .
An examination of scientific versus pseudoscientific approaches to knowing, and an emphasis on real-world memory, decision-making, and general cognitive processes.
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PSYC 429 - Maturity and Aging Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Examines aging process and resultant changes in psychomotor skills, learning, thinking and intelligence, employment and productivity, personality, maladjustment and life review.
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PSYC 434 - Research in Learning Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PSYC 302 , PSYC 333 .
An empirical and theoretical survey of the major areas in the psychology of learning. Data from both animal and human experiments discussed from varying points of view. Requires student to design an experimental project, construct apparatus as needed, collect data, analyze data and submit a report in the American Psychological Association (APA) format. Fulfills lab course requirement.
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PSYC 439 - Abnormal Psychology (SS Core) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Study of abnormal psychology that emphasizes the history, major perspectives and Diagnostic and Statistical Manual III-R categories. Fulfills one of the Social Sciences core requirements for the psychology major and minor.
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PSYC 440 - Abnormal Child Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Provides a survey of the most common childhood and adolescent psychological disorders. Topics will include theories of abnormal psychological development, current classification (DSM) and assessment techniques, and treatments.
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PSYC 443 - Research in Social Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PSYC 343 , PSYC 301 , and PSYC 302 .
Students will directly study the effects of others on the thoughts, feelings, and behavior of individuals. Students will become familiar with empirical investigations of specific topics in social psychological research, and will be required to conduct research and submit a research report in American Psychological Association (APA) format.
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PSYC 445 - Psychological Tests and Measurements Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 301 and junior, senior or graduate standing.
Foundations and methodologies of psychological testing, including achievement, ability, interest and personality assessment; problems, issues, developments and future prospects in psychological assessment. Students research, administer, score, interpret and report results of selected psychological tests.
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PSYC 461 - Research in Personality Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PSYC 302 , PSYC 361 .
Examines scientific investigations of various aspects of human personality, including development, change, and characteristics. Students will become familiar with empirical investigations of specific topics in personality research, and will be required to conduct their own research project and to submit a research report in American Psychological Association (APA) format. Fulfills lab course requirement.
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PSYC 470 - History and Systems of Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 and junior or senior status as a psychology major or minor.
Develops understanding of history of thought as it relates to the field of psychology. Centers on significant issues which have persisted through history and the methods used by great men and women in their efforts to grapple with these issues. Deals with the systems of psychology and contemporary theories.
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PSYC 477 - Research in Sensation and Perception Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PSYC 302 , PSYC 377 .
An introduction to research methods and experimental investigations in sensory and perceptual psychology. Meets the lab course requirement for psychology majors.
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PSYC 478 - Research in Physiological Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PSYC 302 , PSYC 378 .
Survey of the structure and functions of the nervous and endocrine systems in controlling and organizing various psychological events and processes. These include perception and movement, emotion, motivation, memory, language and consciousness and clinical uses of physiological psychology. The laboratory is designed to introduce the student to various scientific ways of studying the relationships between physiology and behavior. Fulfills lab course requirement.
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PSYC 480 - Human Neuropsychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 and senior standing or permission of instructor.
Disorders and diseases of the human brain will be examined to familiarize students with the causes, consequences, and treatment of brain disorders, and to illuminate the role of the brain in normal psychological functioning. Students will learn about the structure and function of the nervous system, causes of brain damage, common neuropsychological disorders and syndromes, disorders of brain function in children and adults, and assessment and rehabilitation of brain function.
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PSYC 488 - Final Honors Project Credits: (2-3)
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Honors Academy, completion of all other Honors Academy requirements, a minimum of 3.5 GPA in all courses and in psychology.
Project and topic to be determined by the student, the faculty member with whom the student works, and the department. In order to receive honors credit, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the final project.
Note(s): Course may not be repeated.
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PSYC 490 - Seminar in Psychology Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Presentation and discussion of current issues in psychology.
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PSYC 491 - Research Lab: Special Topics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PSYC 302 and permission of instructor.
Will expose the psychology student to research in a particular area of interest which may not be addressed in any of the other research lab courses offered by the psychology department faculty. It will allow students to have an in-depth exposure to a specific research topic, through lecture, discussion, and empirical investigation. Students will be required to conduct a research project and to submit a research report in APA format.
Note(s): This course will count as meeting the lab requirement for the major.
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PSYC 499 - Internship Credits: (3-12)
Prerequisites: Must have a psychology major, a minimum of 75 semester hours credit with at least 18 hours of psychology credits and a GPA of 3.0 overall and 3.2 in the major.
Students also must have completed the series of “Success Seminars” conducted by the Center for Experiential Learning. Full- or part-time placement in a professional setting to provide students with appointed experience relative to their interests and goals. Supervision will be provided by both internship site personnel and university faculty, and will include weekly on-site and scheduled campus-based seminars. Permission by the internship committee required for enrollment.
Note(s): Graded pass-fail.
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EDRD 314 - Development and Instruction for Emergent and Beginning Readers Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: 2.5 overall GPA. Students will learn developmental reading skills and abilities for emergent and beginning readers. The course specifically focuses on teaching strategies and activities in the areas of word attack, fluency, and comprehension.
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EDRD 413 - Early Literacy and Reading Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: EDEC 321 , EDEC 322 , EDEC 323 , HUMD 300 , and admission to the teacher education program.
Students will learn developmental reading skills in understanding and fostering emergent literacy skills with a focus on reading. The course specifically focuses on teaching strategies and activities in the areas of word attack, fluency, and comprehension. Students will also learn how to link reading assessment results to their instructional practices.
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EDRD 414 - Reading II: Comprehension Instruction and Assessment Practices in Reading Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: EDRD 314 , EDUC 304 (can be taken concurrently) and admission to Teacher Education Program.
Designed to teach reading comprehension strategy instruction and developmentally appropriate assessment practices to preservice teachers. The course specifically focuses on approaches to reading instruction, strategies for teaching reading in the content areas, and the administration and use of assessment tools to inform instructional practices in literacy.
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EDRD 415 - Interdisciplinary Connections Through Reading and Writing Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; 1 hour laboratory.
Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program and a minimum 2.5 GPA.
The primary focus of this course is the active engagement of students as readers and writers across the content areas. Students evaluate texts and learn ways to make reading and writing more purposeful and meaningful for middle level learners. Fiction and nonfiction books for early adolescents are used as primary tools in the processes.
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EDRD 416 - Content Reading and Literacy Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: Admission to teacher education program.
Introduces pre-service content area teachers to the why and how of promoting basic and higher-order literacy. Reading, writing, and thinking are fostered in the context of specific subject areas.
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EDRD 498 - Independent Study Credits: (1-4)
Instructional Method: One to four hours credit.
Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program and a minimum 2.5 GPA. Prior permission required; arrangements must be made before registration.
See “Independent Study .”
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RCPT 112 - Activity Leadership and Analysis Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Major in RCPT.
Survey of recreation activities through the fun of participation and practice of acceptable leadership techniques in play situations. Effects of outside dynamic forces on various recreation activities.
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RCPT 200 - Leisure in Contemporary Society Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore standing.
Examines the growth and development of leisure as an industry and the importance of leisure experiences in the lives of individuals. Emphasis is on understanding the physical, psychosocial, economic, political, and experiential aspects of leisure.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Health and Wellness.
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RCPT 210 - Introduction to Recreation, Parks and Tourism Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Major in RCPT.
Studies significance and impact of recreation, parks and tourism on American lifestyles. Examines the history, philosophy and scope of the field of recreation, parks and tourism, including the roles of professionals. Students are required to do the learning in a recreation setting.
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RCPT 230 - Introduction to Outdoor Recreation Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Major in RCPT.
Broad overview of the field of outdoor recreation. Emphasis is placed on land management agencies and strategies used by resource managers. Social and environmental issues that impact on land management policy are discussed.
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RCPT 235 - Camp Counseling Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Major in RCPT.
Introduction to the role of counselors in relation to the objectives, organization, guidance, leadership skills and programming in organized camps.
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RCPT 313 - Program Planning in Recreation, Parks and Tourism Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Major in RCPT.
Focuses on essential elements and basic principles in the development, implementation and evaluation of recreation programs. Emphasis on planning, conducting, and evaluating programs in recreation, parks and tourism.
Note(s): May not receive credit if previously have taken RCPT 215.
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RCPT 317 - Adventure Programming Credits: (1-3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Pre- or Corequisites: RCPT 112 and major in RCPT.
Note(s): Focuses on the design, implementation and leadership of adventure activities and programs. The course involves weekly labs and some weekend field experiences in selected adventure activities. Field trips required.
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RCPT 319 - Introduction to Recreation Therapy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Major in RCPT.
Provides knowledge of the theories and concepts of therapeutic recreation, leisure, social psychology, and human development as related to the nature and scope of health and human service delivery systems and the ability to integrate these in a variety of settings. Also provides an essential knowledge of the diversity of the populations including diagnostic groups served, including etiology, symptomatology, prognosis, treatment of conditions and related secondary complications.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both RCPT 219 and RCPT 319.
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RCPT 326 - Leisure and the Aging Process Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RCPT major.
Considers a broad range of topics associated with the role of recreation and the aging process, including the use of activities as a therapeutic intervention in furthering the quality of life experiences as one grows older. Consideration is also given to community and institutionally oriented program planning and evaluation throughout the leisure service delivery process.
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RCPT 328 - Planning and Operations Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Major in RCPT.
Emphasizes planning principles and procedures in acquiring, developing, maintaining and providing for maximum return of use from parks and related recreation facilities. It focuses on technical design aspects of recreation facilities and maintenance principles needed for upgrading new and/or existing facilities.
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RCPT 331 - Outdoor Living Skills Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/ laboratory.
Prerequisites: Major in RCPT.
Lab and field experiences in camping, backpacking, and orienteering. An emphasis is placed on environmental ethics, education, and philosophy. Field trips required.
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RCPT 340 - Processes in Recreation Therapy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RCPT major and completion of BIOL 322 or BIOL 311 :311 with a grade of “C” or better.
Provides a fundamental knowledge of the recreation therapy process and how it is influenced by diversity and social environment. Provides a fundamental knowledge of assistive devices/equipment, activity modification techniques, group interactions, leadership, and safety.
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RCPT 342 - Assessment in Recreation Therapy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: RCPT major and completion of BIOL 322 or BIOL 310 :311 with a grade of “C” or better, overall cumulative GPA of 2.5, or permission of instructor.
Provides a thorough understanding of the assessment process utilized within recreation therapy practice. Also provides a general understanding of current therapeutic recreation/leisure assessment instruments, inventories and questionnaires, and other sources of commonly used multidisciplinary assessment tools including standardized measures, selection of instrumentation, general procedures for implementation, and the interpretation of findings.
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RCPT 344 - Program Design and Evaluation in Recreation Therapy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: RCPT major and completion of BIOL 322 or BIOL 311 :311 with a grade of “C” or better, overall cumulative GPA of 2.5, or permission of instructor.
Provides detailed knowledge of the intervention planning process, including program or treatment plan design and development, programming considerations, types of programs, nature and scope of interventions, and selection of programs to achieve the assessed needs and desired outcomes of the person served.
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RCPT 350 - Commercial Recreation Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RCPT 112 , RCPT 210 , and RCPT major.
Introduction to the fundamentals and principles of commercial recreation as a field of service, including delivery of goods, services, amenities, facilities, entrepreneurship and trends in commercial recreation, parks and tourism.
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RCPT 363 - Special Events Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RCPT 313 and RCPT major.
Provides a solid understanding of the numerous tasks and details involved in developing and coordinating a special event. Application of creativity to develop events with unique purposes and presentations combining elements such as site selection, décor, lighting, sound, and entertainment, as well as food and beverage to reflect the theme of the event. Field trips required.
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RCPT 365 - Legal Liability and Risk Management Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Major in RCPT.
Legal issues relating to park and recreation administration and programming, risk management planning and implementation in park and recreation settings.
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RCPT 413 - Professional Issues in Recreation, Parks and Tourism Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Final semester prior to internship, have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA and a minimum 2.5 major GPA.
Emphasis given to internship/employment preparation, concept of a profession and professional organization, ethical principles and professionalism, and trends and issues in recreation, parks and tourism.
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RCPT 414 - Recreation Workshop Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; four hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: RCPT 112 , RCPT 210 and RCPT 313 .
Students will simulate a park and recreation department. Programs will be planned, financed, coordinated, conducted, and evaluated for different groups throughout the community. Students are evaluated on their ability to deliver program services to different constituent groups, and well as their own ability to develop collaborative relationships.
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RCPT 417 - Seminar in Recreation, Parks and Tourism; Topical Credits: (1-4)
Prerequisites: Junior standing.
Hours and credit to be arranged. Intensive inquiry into a specific topic (i.e., urban or rural recreation, rock climbing, outdoor leadership, project adventure).
Note(s): Students may repeat course for maximum of six hours credit.
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RCPT 421 - Ropes Course Programming Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/laboratory.
Pre- or Corequisites: RCPT 112 , RCPT 210 and RCPT 313 , and permission of the instructor.
Note(s): Students learn and apply the technical, safety, leadership and facilitation skills essential to safe and effective ropes course programming. Emphasis is given to understanding the theoretical underpinnings of ropes course philosophy. A five-day training workshop is a required component of this course.
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RCPT 423 - Recreation Administration Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RCPT 112 , RCPT 210 and RCPT 313 or permission of chairperson.
Introduction to the administration of recreation, parks and tourism. Emphasis on fiscal management, personnel management, organizational structure, marketing techniques and legal foundations in recreation, parks and tourism departments.
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RCPT 424 - Advanced Recreation Administration Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RCPT 423 .
Theory and practice of successful administrative techniques in the profession including human relations, communications, personnel management, legal aspects, effective time management, and the supervisor as a teacher.
Note(s): Student cannot receive credit for RCPT 424 and RCPT 422.
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RCPT 425 - Ethical Issues in Recreation, Parks and Tourism Management Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RCPT 414 , senior standing, or permission of chairperson.
Covers issues that influence recreation, parks and tourism management such as current trends, ethical principles, professionalism, conflict management, and the politics of organizations. Case studies and role playing activities are incorporated in the course.
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RCPT 430 - Outdoor Leadership Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture
Prerequisites: RCPT 112 , RCPT 210 , RCPT 230 , Recreation, Parks and Tourism Major, and Outdoor Recreation and Leadership Concentration
This course is designed to introduce students to the foundations and theories of outdoor leadership. Students will examine the broad scope of the profession and the theory and practice of outdoor recreation/leadership. Topics will include: leadership development and styles, decision making, values and ethics, teaching and facilitation, safety and risk management and environmental stewardship.
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RCPT 431 - Sustainable Tourism Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing.
Focuses on the nature of sustainability to preserve local, regional, national and international destinations, through planning, operation and evaluation of sustainable tourism attractions, both natural and man-made. Evaluates the impact of global issues on tourism and hospitality operators, organizations, and destinations. Investigates and analyzes how the tourism industry is influenced by governments and world affairs, and understands the role of tourism and hospitality professionals as global citizens in communities.
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RCPT 432 - Research and Technology Applications in Recreation, Parks and Tourism Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: RCPT 210 and RCPT 313 .
Prepares students for research and evaluation in recreation, parks and tourism. Computer skills and/or applicable technology will be used to conduct a research project during the semester. Instruction is related to applied research projects including statistical analysis and how computer applications can be used to enhance assessment, management, evaluation and program delivery.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for this course if they have received credit for either RCPT 336 or RCPT 436.
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RCPT 435 - Tourism and Event Marketing Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RCPT 210 and RCPT 313 , or permission of instructor.
An overview of marketing as applied to the tourism and events industries, including but not limited to: service marketing; customer service, promotion and publicity development, understanding consumers and consumer behavior, target marketing, development, and uses of social media.
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RCPT 441 - Advanced Ropes Course Programming Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture/laboratory.
Prerequisites: RCPT 421 or permission of instructor or chair.
Students will practice advanced facilitation, leadership, technical and safety skills essential to ropes course programming. A five-day training workshop and fifteen (15) hours of service learning are required components of the course.
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RCPT 445 - Professional Advancement in Recreation Therapy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: RCPT major and completion of BIOL 322 or BIOL 311 :311 with a grade of “C” or better, overall cumulative GPA of 2.5, or permission of instructor.
Provides ability to identify and understand components of professional competency within the realm of recreation therapy practice, including requirements for certification, ethical practice, public relations, and general advancement of the profession. Also provides a broad understanding of organization and management of recreation therapy services and a basic understanding of published standards of practice and the influence that such standards have on the program planning process.
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RCPT 460 - Wilderness First Responder Credits: (4)
Prerequisites: Major in RCPT and instructor permission.
This certification course is designed to train students in wilderness medicine and evacuation techniques in remote backcountry areas. The course covers emergency medical procedures in wilderness settings and provides fundamental instruction in basic search and rescue techniques. The course will be experientially based, will include case studies of actual emergency situations that have occurred in remote wilderness areas and prepares students for a certification exam. Some weekend work will be required.
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RCPT 470 - Internship Credits: (12)
Instructional Method: 40 hours per week for 14 weeks, 560 hours total.
Prerequisites: A minimum 2.1 grade point average in overall work and a 2.5 in the major; RCPT 112 , RCPT 210 , RCPT 313 , RCPT 414 , RCPT 413 , RCPT 423 .
In addition, student must be in the process or have completed the courses within his/her concentration, and must have permission of the chairperson. Provides maximum opportunity to participate in professional laboratory experiences as a recreation professional.
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RCPT 476 - Wilderness Institute Credits: (9)
Instructional Method: Lectures, labs and field trips integrated into an intensive, heavily experiential primarily off campus course.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Incorporates a broad overview of the field of outdoor recreation. Emphasis is placed on land management agencies and the social and environmental issues that impact on management policy. This course involves skill acquisition and practical field experiences in hiking, orienteering, camping, backpacking, rock climbing, caving, ropes coursing and/or paddling.
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RCPT 480 - Global Exchange in Recreation, Parks and Tourism Credits: (1-9)
Prerequisites: Permission of the RCPT Department Chair four-weeks prior to travel.
A unique, experiential examination of tourism management, travel and tourism marketing, and related global issues accomplished through study abroad.
Note(s): May be repeated for credit.
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RCPT 481 - Tourism Institute Credits: (9)
Instructional Method: Lectures, labs and field trips integrated into an experiential, primarily off-campus, course.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
An overview of the field of tourism, with emphasis placed on tourism development, destination management/marketing organizations, and the social and environmental issues that impact management policy. This course involves networking with professionals, touring facilities, and practical field experiences in areas such as tourism marketing, commercial recreation operations, customer service, and government operations.
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RCPT 488 - Final Honors Project Credits: (2-3)
Prerequisites: Enrollment in the Honors Academy, completion of all other Honors Academy requirements, a minimum 3.5 GPA in all courses and in the Department of Recreation, Parks and Tourism.
Project and the topic to be explored will be determined by the student and the faculty member with whom student works. Honors project may be a written or a written- and performance-based project. In order to receive honors credit, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the final project.
Note(s): Course may not be repeated.
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