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PHYS 326 - Geophysical Field Research Capstone Seminar Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval.
Will be taken the semester after PHYS 325 - Geophysical Field Research and will serve as a capstone experience for that course. Students will analyze the data acquired during their PHYS 325 field research, refine the custom sensors they designed for their research, and create a presentation appropriate for a national scientific meeting.
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PHYS 330 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PHYS 112 or PHYS 222 , and MATH 172 .
Topics in thermal physics are treated using both classical thermodynamics and statistical methods. Topics include temperature, heat, work, entropy, ideal gases, phase transitions, kinetic theory.
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PHYS 370 - Computational Methods in Physics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture
Prerequisites: PHYS 305 , PHYS 306 , and PHYS 308 or permission of instructor.
The goal of this class is to familiarize students with multiple methods of tackling problems in physics. Students will learn to use a variety of tools from spreadsheets (Excel or similar) to commercial math programs (Matlab or similar) to writing their own programs (Fortran/C and Visual Python or similar).
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PHYS 401 - Career and Professional Development Credits: (2)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Senior standing.
This course will develop skills that will help students make the transition to their post-baccalaureate careers in industry or graduate study.
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PHYS 406 - Geophysics Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture; two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PHYS 112 or PHYS 222 , GEOL 105 , and MATH 172 , or permission of instructor.
Cross-Listed: GEOL 406
Examination of the basic principles and techniques of modern geophysical methods, and the applications of these methods to site investigations for engineering and environmental geologic projects. Some Saturday laboratories may be required.
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PHYS 420 - Mechanics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PHYS 306 .
Advanced treatment of the classical mechanics of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies. Advanced mathematical models, including the use of Lagrangian and Hamiltonian methods, will be used to look at complex systems.
Note(s): Students cannot earn credit for both PHYS 320 and PHYS 420.
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PHYS 421 - Electromagnetic Theory Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 172 , PHYS 303 .
The fundamentals of electromagnetic theory are presented at an intermediate level. Topics covered are electrostatics, electric current, magnetic fields, the Maxwell equations, and electromagnetic radiation. The laboratory component of the course includes electrical measurements, electric currents, and basic electronics.
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PHYS 430 - Quantum Mechanics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: MATH 172 and PHYS 305 .
An introduction to nonrelativistic quantum mechanics. Topics included are the Schroedinger equation, bound states, angular momentum, spin, scattering theory, and the matrix formulation.
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PHYS 440 - Advanced Physics Laboratory Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture, three hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: PHYS 303 , PHYS 305 , PHYS 309 .
Students will learn data analysis, evaluation, and interpretation, as well as error calculation and propagation. The course will also focus on experiment design and scientific information dissemination through report writing and presentations in poster and oral formats. A limited number of advanced physics laboratory experiments will be performed which illustrate important concepts and methods.
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PHYS 441 - Electronics for Scientists Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Two hours lecture; four hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHEM 112 , PHYS 112 or PHYS 222 , and MATH 172 .
Cross-Listed: CHEM 441
Introduction to analog and digital circuit design appropriate for many scientific disciplines including chemistry, computer science, physics, biology, and geology. Focus will be on analog.
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PHYS 450 - Selected Topics in Physics Credits: (3-4)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture or three hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Selected topics in advanced undergraduate physics. A specific course syllabus will be available when the course is offered. A student may take this course for credit more than once provided the topic is different each time.
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PHYS 470 - Physics Reading and Research Credits: (1)
Instructional Method: One hour lecture.
Prerequisites: Three hours of PHYS or ASTR at the 300 level or above.
Presentation and discussion of development in physics and closely-related areas in current literature.
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PHYS 481 - Undergraduate Research Credits: (1-3)
Prerequisites: PHYS 112 or PHYS 222 and 6 hours of PHYS courses at the 300 level or above.
A laboratory course designed for students wishing to pursue an independent research project.
Note(s): May be repeated up to a total of six semester hours.
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PHYS 488 - Final Honors Thesis Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: Completion of physical science general education requirements, enrollment in the Honors Academy, completion of all other Honors Academy requirements, a minimum 3.5 GPA in all courses and in physical science, senior standing.
Cross-Listed: PHSC 488
To earn a bachelor’s degree with honors in physical science a student must conduct research and write a thesis. In order to receive honors credit, a student must earn a grade of “A” or “B” for the final thesis.
Note(s): Course may not be repeated.
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PHYS 490 - Internship Credits: (1)
Prerequisites: PHYS 111 : PHYS 112 or PHYS 221 : PHYS 222 and six hours of PHYS courses at the 300 level or above, and departmental approval.
Application of skills and techniques learned in the classroom to real life situations. Participating students submit a program proposal to the sponsoring agency and supervising instructor. Agency may pay student for work performed.
Note(s): Student may repeat this course for a maximum of three credits. This course will be graded P/F.
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PHYS 498 - Independent Study Credits: (1-6)
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Cross-Listed: CHEM 498
See “Independent Study .”
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POSC 110 - Introduction to Politics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture. Course also may be delivered online.
Introduces students to the concepts and methods of political science by examining enduring questions and concerns of political life using political philosophy and literature.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit in Humanities.
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POSC 111 - Big Questions in Political Science Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduction to the field of political science through the investigation of important disciplinary questions related to contemporary issues.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for POSC 111 if they have taken POSC 110.
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POSC 120 - Introduction to American Government Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Introduces students to the study of American government. Philosophical foundations, constitutional development, institutions, and contemporary issues will be examined. There will be an emphasis on the continuing influence of founding principles.
Note(s): This course has been approved for Core Curriculum credit.
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POSC 130 - Changing the World Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Shows students how strategic action can help them to attain their preferred public outcomes. Students learn the how-to’s of making political change such as running for office, engaging in civil disobedience, community organizing, lobbying, building social businesses, and internet activism. Student learn the stories of inspirational change makers from the United States and abroad.
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POSC 140 - Topics in Political Science Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
An introductory exploration of a current or relevant issue using film, news, literature, and scholarly research. This will give students greater background in the topic of choice without assuming prior knowledge of the discipline or subfield.
Note(s): May be taken for a maximum of six hours credit with a different topic.
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POSC 180 - The Art and Science of Leadership Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture
This is the foundation course for the interdisciplinary Leadership minor program. It provides students with basic knowledge and skills on exercising leadership and managing authority in different professional and social contexts.
Note(s): Students may not earn credit for LEAD 110 and POSC 180.
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POSC 202 - Ethical Inquiry in Political Science Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: CORE 201 , or POSC 201 , or equivalent.
Examination of an ethical issue in political science or public administration with a focus on the relationship between reading, writing, and thinking and on the rhetorical principles that inform successful oral and written communication.
Note(s): This course can be used in place of CORE 202 in the Core Curriculum. Students cannot receive credit for both POSC 202 and CORE 202 or any other CORE 202 equivalent.
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POSC 231 - Comparative Politics Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Gives students a grounding in the comparative study of politics. Considers political regime types, political violence, political identity, gender and politics, political economy of development, and religion and politics.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both POSC 130 and POSC 231.
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POSC 233 - Law in America Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 .
A survey of the sources and functions of American law. The emphasis of this course is the understanding of how law functions, where it functions, and how the political and social realms affect law in the United States.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for both POSC 333 and POSC 233.
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POSC 241 - International Relations Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Serves as the core course in the subfield of International Relations. International relations focuses on how the interactions of states, international organizations, and individuals can lead to war, promote peace, encourage cooperation, enforce international law, and affect economic development. This course will provide the theoretical and historical foundations necessary for analyzing and understanding international issues.
Note(s): Students cannot receive credit for both POSC 140 and POSC 241.
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POSC 300 - Public Administration (AG, PA) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 .
Background of administration as a profession, principles that are helpful to the administrator, and effect of political influence.
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POSC 301 - Political Inquiry Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC major, POSC 110 or POSC 120 , and either sophomore standing or permission of instructor.
Introduces students to the nature of political inquiry and political analysis. Students will critically examine historical, theoretical and methodological foundations of political science, and study various approaches to political inquiry. The emphasis is on understanding the ways in which scholars engage in rigorous political analysis. This course will explore the broad questions of political inquiry. What is political knowledge and why is it an important pursuit? How do we critically evaluate political analysis? What processes and theoretical approaches does the discipline of political science use to create and evaluate political knowledge.
Note(s): Students have received credit for POSC 291 cannot receive credit for POSC 301.
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POSC 320 - Congress (AG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 .
Constitutional basis for development, organization, and role of Congress in the American political system. Analysis of Congress and formulation of public policy.
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POSC 321 - The American Presidency (AG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 .
Development of the presidency since the founding of America. Institutional and political problems associated with the modern chief executive.
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POSC 325 - Elections and Voting Behavior (AG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 .
This course examines the determinants and processes of voting behavior, emphasizing the role of political socialization, public opinion, and voter turnout in elections. The course also examines the rules and processes of American elections as well as the effect of campaigns on voting behavior.
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POSC 327 - Politics and the Media (AG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 and COMS 130 .
Cross-Listed: COMS 327
Modern mass media as actors in the political arena, with an emphasis on how elections and policy-making are affected by the mass media.
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POSC 330 - State and Local Government (AG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 .
Governmental institutions and processes, political parties, voting at state and county levels.
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POSC 335 - American Public Policy (AG, PA) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 .
Examination of policy-making process and approaches to issues in American government; emphasis on role of informal influences as opposed to function of elected and appointed officials.
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POSC 336 - Public Organization Theory and Leadership 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, POSC 431 or POSC 435 cannot also receive credit for POSC 336.
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POSC 337 - Contemporary Problems in Public Administration Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 300 .
Developments in public finance, budgeting and personnel; trends in representative bureaucracy, regulation, regional administration.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for both POSC 435 and POSC 337
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POSC 338 - Constitutional Law: Institutional Powers and Constraints 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.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for both POSC 438 and POSC 338.
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POSC 339 - Constitutional Law: Civil Rights and 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.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for both POSC 439 and POSC 339.
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POSC 340 - Law and Social Change Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 120 or permission of instructor.
This course looks at the interaction between the legal system and the formulation of public policy to investigate if courts and law can create social change.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for both POSC 440 and POSC 340.
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POSC 341 - European Politics (CG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 231 .
Political structures and functioning of selected European political systems. Emphasis on such major powers as the United Kingdom, France, and Germany and on the European Union and the prospects for continuing political integration.
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POSC 343 - Asian Politics (CG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 231 or permission of instructor.
Examination of political systems of selected Asian countries. Special emphasis on the challenges of development, democracy, and nation-building in the post-World War II era.
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POSC 344 - Middle East Politics (CG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 231 or permission of the instructor.
This course offers a detailed examination of the forces that have shaped Middle East politics, including religion, nationalism, and modernization. It will involve the study of the domestic and foreign policies of selected countries.
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POSC 345 - Developing Country Politics (CG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture and discussion.
Analysis of processes, problems, and prospects of modernization in underdeveloped areas of the world. Asian, African, and Latin American countries used as examples.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for POSC 445 and POSC 345.
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POSC 346 - Latin America Politics (CG) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
An introduction to Latin American politics that focuses on enduring themes and contemporary politics in selected countries.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for both POSC 461 and POSC 346.
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POSC 350 - US Foreign Policy Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Examines U.S. foreign policy, today and historically. Students will learn how U. S. foreign policy is created, the actors involved, and the various constraints policy-makers face. Students will acquire a sound conceptual and practical understanding of the foreign policy challenges that U.S. policy-makers face and apply what they have learned to real world issues today.
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POSC 351 - Model United Nations (IR) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 241 or permission of instructor.
Introduction to United Nations issues and organization. This course focuses on active learning through simulation of international diplomacy, speech making, negotiation, and foreign policy development. It requires travel to a Model United Nations conference.
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POSC 352 - International Development (CG/IR) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 231 or permission of instructor.
Examines the field of international development including economic development and governance assistance activities with attention to classic theories as well as current debates and innovative approaches.
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POSC 354 - Ethics in International Affairs Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Role of morality in international affairs to explore how states and citizens act responsibly in international public life. Drawing on the traditions of realism, liberalism, and utilitarianism along with the just war tradition, the course examines the ethical implications of issues such as war, terrorism, globalization, and genocide.
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POSC 355 - Global Terrorism (CG/IR) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Investigates the phenomenon of terrorism globally with particular emphasis on why terrorism occurs and on domestic and international counterterrorism.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for POSC 459 and POSC 355.
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POSC 357 - International Political Economy (IR) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
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.
Note(s): Students may not receive credit for both POSC 463 and POSC 357.
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POSC 360 - International Law and Organization (IR) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 241 .
Law and organization in an anarchic milieu of sovereign states. Emphasis on theoretical foundations and historical evolution.
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POSC 370 - Classical Political Thought (PT) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 110 .
Studies the development of political thought from Greek antiquity through the medieval period.
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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 392 - Political Science Careers Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
This course introduces students to career options for political science majors. Students engage in career exploration. They are guided in the creation of documents, such as résumés, personal statements, and/or cover letters, needed in the application for such opportunities. Students meet professionals to learn about political science-related career fields.
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POSC 410 - Demystifying Leadership Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: POSC 180 and junior or senior standing; or permission of instructor.
Interdisciplinary course focusing on leadership perspectives, strategies, and competencies that enable students to practice leadership, exercise authority, and manage change in different professional, community, and personal contexts. It is the capstone course in the Leadership minor.
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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 466 - Travel Study in Political Science Credits: (3-6)
Prerequisites: Junior Standing
Involves domestic and/or international travel. Students will participate in the investigation of political topics in relevant locations. The course’s goal is to allow students to better understand and relate to political issues by exploring them ‘on location.’ This course may be taken again for credit with different topics or areas of study.
Note(s): Notes: A maximum of 6 credit hours of travel study may be applied towards the Political Science major. A maximum of 3 credit hours of travel study may be applied towards the Political Science minor.
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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.
This course allows 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.
Note(s): Only three hours may be applied toward requirements for the major or minor.
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POSC 488 - Final Honors Project (AG; CG; IR; PA; PT: as designated) Credits: (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 - Capstone (AG; CG; IR; PA; PT; as designated) Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture and discussion.
Prerequisites: 30 hours in Political Science major or permission of department chair.
Capstone course for Political Science majors. Topic may be in American Government, Public Administration, Political Thought, Public Law, Comparative Politics, or International Relations. Coursework will involve completion of a major culminating project or writing assignment done individually or in teams.
Note(s): May be repeated as topics change.
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POSC 492 - Mock Trial Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and instructor’s permission.
Cross-Listed: CRJU 490 where appropriate.
Active exploration of legal research, courtroom etiquette, legal procedures and the trial and appellate processes. Satisfies capstone requirement in the Law, Justice, and Society concentration.
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POSC 493 - Moot Court Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing and permission of the instructor.
Examines the basics of appellate procedure and argument. Emphasis on critical thinking and communication skills. Students in this class may choose to participate in Moot Court competition. Satisfies capstone requirement for the Law, Society, and Justice concentration.
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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 120 - Introductory and Developmental Psychology Credits: (4)
Instructional Method: Four hours lecture.
Combines an introductory study of psychology with an overview and general understanding of how the basic principles of psychology relate to human growth and development over the entire lifespan. The course addresses the major biopsychosocial variables that contribute to an individual’s development, the ability to process information, concepts of learning and memory, and aspects that contribute to the development of personality.
Note(s): This course is not available for students who have completed PSYC 121 and/or PSYC 230 .
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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.
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PSYC 240 - Abnormal Psychology for Health Sciences Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 or PSYC 230 .
Examines the nature, causes, and dynamics of abnormal behavior. Major psychological theories are examined and applied to psychological disorders. Etiology, symptoms, and treatments of the major categories of mental disorders are also examined.
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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 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.
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PSYC 320 - Introduction to Cognitive Psychology 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.
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PSYC 333 - Principles of Learning 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.
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PSYC 341 - Behavior Change Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
The student summarizes the application of theories, principles, and research concerning behavior change programs and interventions.The design and evaluation of a behavior modification intervention, including practical and ethical issues, is included.
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PSYC 343 - Social Psychology 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.
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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 .
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 behavioral 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 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.
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PSYC 365 - Positive Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
The student explores the concepts, historical background, and empirical grounding of positive psychology, as well as the techniques and exercises that are designed to enhance well-being. Positive psychology is the study of how human beings prosper in the face of adversity. The goals of positive psychology include identifying and enhancing the human strengths and virtues that make life worth living and allow individuals and communities to thrive.
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PSYC 369 - Community Psychology Credits: (3)
Prerequisites: PSYC 302 .
Students explore and evaluate theory, research, historical foundations, and methods of community psychology. Students analyze potential relevance of community psychology for addressing major social and health problems. Students examine existing empirical knowledge base, including effective modes of community-based intervention.
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PSYC 370 - Health Psychology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
The student examines theoretical, empirical, and clinical aspects of health psychology and the interaction between behavior, health, and illness. The relationship of health psychology to other areas of psychology and health are discussed. The student applies key concepts of health psychology to enhance health behaviors.
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PSYC 377 - Introduction to Sensation and Perception 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.
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PSYC 378 - Brain and Behavior 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.
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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 410 - Psychopharmacology Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Overview of the effects of recreational and therapeutic drugs on human behavior and society. Students will learn how psychoactive drugs produce their effects on the brain and body, the major classes of illicit and psychotherapeutic drugs, addiction prevention and treatment, and the societal impact of drug use and abuse.
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PSYC 412 - Addiction and Recovery Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 .
Students focus not only on the etiology of addiction, but also on the process of recovery. Students explore historical and modern concepts and interventions utilized in addiction and recovery to appreciate addiction as a chronic disease, a disorder, and a behavioral phenomenon. The student compares and contrasts the efficacy of various models of addiction, treatment, and recovery. Current developments in neuroscience and impact of technology and social media on treatment and recovery are examined.
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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 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 439 - Abnormal Psychology 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.
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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 442 - Techniques of Psychological Interviewing Credits: (3)
Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
Prerequisites: PSYC 121 and junior or senior standing.
Students will learn theories and skills related to counseling and psychological interviewing, with an emphasis on developing students’ skills in listening, observing, and responding appropriately in interpersonal situations.
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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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