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PHYS 0297 - Introduction to Research in Physics
Fall & Spring 1-3 Credit Hours
Introduction to research techniques, laboratory work, and literature search under the supervision of an instructor on a Physics research project. Involves laboratory experimentation as well as a written report on a project from any area of Physics. Open to students with: 1) freshman or sophomore standing, 2) the ability to undertake independent work, and 3) permission of the instructor. Registration must be approved by the adviser and the department head.
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PHYS 0298 - Topics in Physical Science
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Special topics in physical science not normally offered in other courses. Prerequisite: to be determined by department.
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PHYS 0301 - Modern Physics
Fall 4 Credit Hours
Special theory of relativity, wave-particle experiments, introductory quantum mechanics, and nuclear physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 0290 ; co-requisite: MATH 0260 or permission of instructor.
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PHYS 0310 - Introduction to Geophysics
4 Credit Hours
Geophysics is the application of physical principles (Physics and Mathematics) to the study of the Earth’s structure, phenomenon and process. Applications of geophysical methods include the determination of subsurface stratigraphy and soil properties, characterization of groundwater flow and storage, the identification and tracing of hazardous substances and contaminants in the subsurface, the detection of buried objects and unexploded ordinance, the characterization of soil and bedrock properties for stability, and the exploration of the subsurface for valuable mineral and energy resources. Subjects covered will include: data processing, seismology, seismic reflection, Ground Penetrating Radar, seismic refraction, gravity, and electrical methods. Laboratories will reinforce topics covered in lectures and many will utilize computers. Some laboratories will involve traveling to local field sites and using field geophysical equipment to gather and process and interpret our own data. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: GEOL 0120 or GEOL 210,MATH 0140 or higher level math, PHYS 0270 , or permission of instructor. Note: PHYS 270 may be taken concurrently with this course.
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PHYS 0322 - Classical Mechanics
Fall (Odd) 3 Credit Hours
Kinematics and dynamics of particles and systems of particles including the harmonic oscillator, potential functions, conservative fields of force, accelerated reference frames, energy, gravitation and rigid bodies. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisite: PHYS 0270 co-requisite: MATH 0322 or permission of instructor.
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PHYS 0341 - Thermal Physics
Spring (Odd) 4 Credit Hours
Temperature, laws of thermodynamics, entropy, enthalpy, reversibility and irreversibility, thermal properties of materials, change of phase, use of thermodynamic tables and introduction to heat transfer. Four hours lecture per week. Prerequisite: PHYS 0260 ; co-requisite: MATH 0260 .
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PHYS 0360 - Mathematical Methods Physics
Fall 3 Credit Hours
This course introduces the mathematical techniques used in upper level physics classes. Topics covered will include: Vector calculus, matrices, Fourier analysis, the calculus of variations, complex variables, ordinary differential equations, partial differential equations, and their application to Physics problems. Three hours of lecture per week. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: PHYS 0270 with a grade of C or better : Corequisite: MATH 0322 or permission of the instructor
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PHYS 0372 - Electronics for Experimental Physicists
Spring (Even) 4 Credit Hours
This course is designed to give students a thorough understanding of the basic principles of electronics starting from Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff s laws, Thevenin/Norton theorems, equivalent circuits, inductors, capacitors, junction diodes and transistors. The main focus will emphasize working knowledge of the circuit elements by learning the fundamental properties of diodes and transistors through intense theoretical background and simple experiments. Operation of field effect transistor devices will be investigated and their applications in rectifier, amplifier and feedback circuits will be analyzed. This course also includes an introduction to logic gates, flip-flops and memory devices. Students in this course will design, construct and analyze circuits at the diode and transistor levels in addition to simple integrated circuits in analog and digital electronics. Applications of field effect transistor devices in the field of nanotechnology will be discussed briefly towards the end of this course. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: PHYS 0290 ; co-requisite: MATH 0322 or permission of instructor.
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PHYS 0381 - Intermediate Physics Laboratory
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
Experiments in classical and modern physics, including wave phenomena, heat transfer, electrical measurements, optics, photoelectric effect, and radioactivity. Two 3-hour labs per week. Prerequisite: PHYS 0301 or permission of instructor.
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PHYS 0401 - Electricity and Magnetism
Fall (Odd) 4 Credit Hours
Electrostatic forces, electric fields, electric potential, properties of conductors and dielectrics, magnetic fields, magnetic properties of matter, induced electromotive force, Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic waves. Four lectures per week. Prerequisites: MATH 0260 and PHYS 0290 .
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PHYS 0440 - Test and Evaluation of Electrochemical Device
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Testing and evaluation of electrochemical cells and batteries. Included with an introduction to battery technology is material emphasizing test safety and operational hazards. Prerequisite: CHEM 0142 .
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PHYS 0452 - Quantum Mechanics
Spring (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Time independent Schroedinger equation, eigenfunctions, expectation values, differential operators, pertubation theory, multielectron atoms, and applications to solid state physics. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisite: PHYS 0301 and MATH 0322 .
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PHYS 0480 - Selected Topics in Physics and Engineering
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Selected topics for further study, e.g., solid state physics, optics, nuclear physics, advanced mechanics, quantum mechanics, circuit analysis, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics heat transfer, and mechanics of materials or other topics. Open to students having a minimum of 18 hours of Physics and permission of instructor. Prerequisites: to be determined by department.
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PHYS 0490 - Seminar
Fall & Spring 1-3 Credit Hours
Students will select two subjects from areas of physics and engineering in which they have an interest. The student will research the area and communicate the results with the physics faculty and the class. One area will require a written paper with a short (15 minute) presentation and the other will require a written paper and a one-hour presentation. Both presentations will have question and answer sessions. Secondary education majors will be required to present several lecture-demonstration programs illustrating the basic concepts of physics at the secondary level. Open to students having a minimum of 18 hours of physics and permission of the instructor.
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PHYS 0491 - Internship in Physics
Fall, Spring & Summer 1-3 Credit Hours
In conference with departmental representatives at least six weeks in advance, the student shall elect to work and observe in any area of applied physics in which on-the-job experience would be beneficial to the student’s training. Prerequisites: Junior standing in physics with a minimum of 17 hours of physics or by permission.
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PHYS 0497 - Research in Physics
Fall, Spring & Summer 1-3 Credit Hours
Independent research technique, laboratory work, and literature search under the supervision of an instructor on a physics research project. Involves laboratory experimentation or theoretical calculation, written report, and an oral presentation from any area of Physics. Open to students having: 1) minimum of 15 hours of Physics, 2) junior or senior standing, 3) the ability to undertake independent work, and 4) permission of the instructor. Registration must be approved by the adviser and the department head.
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PHYS 0498 - Advanced Topics in Physics
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Designed to give advanced instruction in some area not covered in other courses. For upper division majors. Prerequisites: to be determined by the department.
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PHYS 0499 - Independent Study
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Course structured by the adviser with approval of the department head. Prerequisite: Advanced standing with a GPA of 3.0 in the major field. Registration must be approved by the advisor, department head and school dean.
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PSC 0120 - American Government
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
Designed to give students an understanding of their governments, enabling them to keep up with political developments with the goal of becoming informed citizens needed to sustain democracy. This is a core curriculum requrement for all bachelor’s degrees and prerequisite for all political science courses. Successful completion of this course fulfills the Missouri state requirements in constitutional study. MOTR: POSC 101
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PSC 0201 - Introduction to Political Science
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Introduction to the discipline of political science. The course is a preview of the major subunits of the discipline: American politics including public administration and legal studies; international relations; political theory; and comparative politics. Recommended for all Political Science majors.
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PSC 0202 - Argument in Political Science
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Introduces students to the nature and logic of argument. The course is designed to expose students to the variety of concepts, methodologies, and forms of evidence that characterize political science. Students will be taught to recognize arguments in what they read and to develop their own arguments in written and oral formats. Students will be introduced to the ways that arguments are developed and then demonstrated through evidence using a variety of methodologies including, formal reasoning, deductive logic, inductive logic, quantitative evidence, qualitative evidence, legal reasoning, and field research/experiments. PSC 0120 or consent of the instructor
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PSC 0208 - Road to Law School
Fall 1 Credit Hour
Thanks to media portrayals of lawyers and law schools, many students choose a career in the legal field without core knowledge of the principles, objectives and goals of lawyering. Students in this course will explore the core skills necessary to be successful as a lawyer and be exposed to the skill set that can improve performance on the necessary exams for admittance. Students will be required to take part in a law school visitation.
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PSC 0298 - Topics in Political Science
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Special political science topics of current interest to the student or faculty member who offers the class. Subjects and instructors change each semester. Students are encouraged to suggest possible course topics to the political science faculty. Prerequisite: PSC 0120 .
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PSC 0301 - Political Parties & Elections
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Analysis of the origins, structure and functions of political parties; the dynamics of the two-party system; the role of third parties and the election process.
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PSC 0302 - Public Opinion
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Origins, impact, and measurement of public opinion, with particular emphases on the development of public opinion, how the American public thinks about their government and the consequences of public opinion for the development of public policy. Prerequisite: PSC 0120 or consent of instructor.
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PSC 0303 - Mock Trial Workshop
Fall & Spring 1 Credit Hour
Advanced practicum in the area of advocacy, rules of evidence, courtroom presentation and issue spotting. Students will work on the development of tem events and presentation of both Plaintiff and Defense positions on detailed cases as provided by the College Mock Trial Association. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor May be repeated for a maximum of four hours of credit.
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PSC 0310 - Law, Society, and the Judicial Process
Demand 3 Credit Hours
American legal system viewed from a social and political as well as legal perspective. Focus on the structure and organization of courts, the processing of civil and criminal cases, and the behavior of judges, lawyers, and other participants in the judicial process.
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PSC 0311 - American Presidency
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Politics of presidential selection, the powers of the President, the organization of the executive branch and its relations with other organs of government.
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PSC 0312 - Legislative Process
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Problems of representation, organization of the legislature, participation and proposals for improved organization. Emphasis is placed on the Missouri General Assembly and the United States Congress. Prerequisite: PSC 0120 or consent of instructor.
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PSC 0320 - State and Local Government
Demand 3 Credit Hours
General structure, theories, operation and problems of state government with special emphasis on the government of Missouri in the political system. Students will compare and contrast the function of Missouri government at all levels (municipal, county and state) with other states. Prerquisite: PSC 0120 or consent of instructor.
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PSC 0321 - International Relations
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Present-day relations and problems among the states of the world and the major factors which underline and influence these relations.
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PSC 0342 - Public Policy
Demand 3 Credit Hours
An introductory survey of the formulation, execution, and evaluation of public policy in the United States.
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PSC 0352 - Introduction to Comparative Politics
Fall 3 Credit Hours
The course introduces students to the principles and techniques of the comparative politics subfield. Material includes the structure of government in constitutional and authoritarian regimes, political institutions, political processes, political economy, and major global issues. The course examines themes of democratization, institutional design, parties and party systems, as well as the impact of social and economic change on the conduct and evolution of modern political systems. Prerequisite: PSC 0120 or consent of instructor.
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PSC 0366 - International Politics and Cyber Security
Demand 3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on cyberspace, cyber threats, and cyber conflict, specifically regarding the implications for the public and private sectors, national governments, non-governmental actors, and international politics. Topics include the creation and evolution of cyberspace, changes to the international system structure, new modes of conflict and cooperation, and strategies for international security in a digital world. Students will examine how current international relations theory accommodates cyberspace as a new venue of politics, and how cyber-politics alters traditional international politics, demanding new theoretical frameworks and empirical study. Students will also be exposed to the types of cyber threats and tactics used to infiltrate computer systems at all levels of society.
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PSC 0398 - Political Discourse
Demand 1 Credit Hour
A topics and event driven, open forum for examination of current issues at the national, state, and local levels of government. The course is conducted as a discussion group with the instructor providing directed reading assignments and presentations on discursive practices, traditions, and models within the discipline as appropriate. May be repeated one time for credit.
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PSC 0401 - Social Science Research Methods
Fall 3 Credit Hours
An introduction and exploration into the ways in which social scientists conduct research including various designs, including interviewing, observation, survey design, and content analysis. Emphasis will be placed on quantitative analysis and the decisions faced by social scientists when designing and applying social research. The course will cover methods of problem and hypothesis formulation, data collection and instrumentation. There will also be an emphasis placed on ethical issues in research. Prerequisite: 9 Hours of Political Science.
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PSC 0402 - Advocacy & Legal Reasoning
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Introduction to the methods and applications used in understanding and advocating issues in law. The goal of the course is to allow students to learn how to read, write and speak as an effective advocate using the applications of basic legal reasoning. Class will meet for 3 hours each week for lecture and interactive classroom assignments/applications. Class will meet for 3 hours each week for lecture and interactive classroom assignments/applications. Prerequisites: PSC 0120 , PSC 0201 and PSC 0208 .
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PSC 0405 - Social Science Statistics
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Provides basic tools necessary to gather, describe, analyze, and present quantitative social science data. Focus will be on conducting basic univariate and bivariate analyses. Prerequisite: MATH 0125 or higher math or consent of instructor.
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PSC 0411 - Great Political Thinkers
Demand 3 Credit Hours
The course will introduce selected political philosophies from the ancient Greeks to modern times. Philosophies studied will represent the development of Western political philosophy over time, as well as its comparison with selected Islamic and Asian political ideas.
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PSC 0412 - Contemporary Political Thought
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Twentieth century political ideas.
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PSC 0421 - Public Administration
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Administrative aspects of government. Surveys the major subfields of public administration, including politics and administration, organizational theory, organizational behavior, management, decision making, personnel, public budgeting and finance, policy analysis and program evaluation, and administrative law.
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PSC 0423 - Globalization and Development
Spring 3 Credit Hours
The course presents students with the processes of globalization and the interaction between developed and developing nations. The course will explore the changes in the international economy and their effects on domestic politics, economy, and society. Course material will cover the historical foundations of globalization and its modern effects on the nation-state. Prerequisite: PSC 0120 or consent of Instructor.
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PSC 0431 - Constitutional Law I
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Political and legal aspects of Supreme Court decision making, the nature and scope of judicial review, the constitutional relationships between levels and branches of government, and the First Amendment rights of freedom of expression.
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PSC 0432 - Constitutional Law II
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Legal issues concerning the Bill of Rights and the First Amendment areas of free exercise and establishment of religion, the right to privacy, the 14th amendment due process, and equal protection clauses.
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PSC 0434 - American Foreign Policy
Spring 3 Credit Hours
The course explores the theoretical and methodological approaches used to analyze American foreign policy. The material focuses on the various governmental institutions and societal forces which shape American foreign policy including, executive-legislative relations, the military, economics, public opinion, interest groups, and the bureaucracy. The major emphasis is on American foreign policy since World War Two. Theoretical material is applied to U.S. relations with important world regions including, Europe, Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Prerequisite: PSC 0120 or consent of instructor
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PSC 0435 - Philosophy of Law
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Philosophy of Law will relate traditional themes of legal philosophy to the concerns of modern society. Through readings and discussions students will be exposed to controversial questions and imaginative use of cases and stories. Emphasis will be on understanding the evolution of theory within varied topics of law. Prerequisite: PSC 0120 or consent of instructor.
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PSC 0491 - Internship Political Science
Demand 1-8 Credit Hours
Observation of and participation in governmental work under the direct supervision of a faculty member and a professional who is employed in the governmental position being observed. No more than 3 hours may be counted toward a major or minor. Repeatable for up to 16 credit hours.
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PSC 0493 - Legislative Internship
Demand 9 Credit Hours
Students will be assigned to a legislator or other qualified person involved in the Missouri Legislative Process to observe and participate in a legislative session. The students will be required to live and work in the capital from the beginning of the session until its conclusion and comply with the MSSU Legislative Intern Handbook. Prerequisites: PSC 0120 , 60 hours of credit, 2.5 GPA and consent of instructor.
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PSC 0494 - Seminar in Political Science
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Specialized knowledge and/or current research in the discipline. Topics will vary by situation and instructor. Students will prepare and critique papers based on original research. Prerequisite: 9 hours of upper division political science.
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PSC 0498 - Advanced Topics in Political Science
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
For upper division political science majors. Topics covered and methods used will place emphasis on student-instructor interest, desire to pursue in-depth research, and ability to assimilate topics. It will include areas not already treated in other political science courses. Prerequisite: 15 hours of political science or consent of instructor.
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PSC 0499 - Independent Study
Demand 1-4 Credit Hours
For students who wish to do an in-depth study of some specialized topic or who wish to pursue a topic not considered in the department’s course offerings. The student will select an adviser from the Political Science faculty who will structure the independent study in consultation with the student and with the approval of the department head. Prerequisite: Junior or senior status and an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Enrollment must be approved by department head and school dean. Repeatable or up to six credit hours.
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PSY 0100 - General Psychology
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
Introductory course on the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Covers research and theories in areas of psychology such as abnormal, social, learning and memory, neuroscience, and development. Fulfills a General Education Core Curriculum requirement for Area 1A. MOTR: PSYC 100
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PSY 0200 - Child Development
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
The course will cover child development from conception to late childhood, including physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development. Theories and methods of child development will be discussed. Cultural and contextual aspects, including family and peer relationships will be included. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with minimum grade of ‘C’. No credit will be given if PSY 0205 has been completed.
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PSY 0201 - Adolescent Development
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
The course will cover development from puberty to early adulthood, including physical, cognitive, social-emotional development and problems in development. Theories and research methodology will be included, as will adolescent development in the contexts of family, peers, and culture. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with minimum grade of C.
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PSY 0205 - Child and Adolescent Development
Demand 3 Credit Hours
Various aspects of human development from conception, infancy, childhood to adolescence will be examined, including physical, emotional, social and cognitive development. Emphasis will be given to theoretical framework and its practical implication. Cross-cultural variety will be included wherever appropriate. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with a minimum grade of C. No credit will be given toward graduation if PSY 0200 has been completed.
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PSY 0221 - Personal Adjustment
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
The course addresses selected principles of adjustment, ways of coping, and research of practical value. Topics include the nature and management of stress, interpersonal communication, relationship dynamics, self concept, and the connection between physical and mental health.
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PSY 0282 - Applied Behaviorism
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Techniques of modifying behavior through principles developed by learning psychology. Emphasis on design and implementation of behavioral strategy in the laboratory, as well as practical settings. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with a minimum grade of ‘C’.
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PSY 0298 - Topics in Psychology
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Designed to give instruction in some area of Psychology not covered in other courses. Prerequisites: to be determined by department .
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PSY 0310 - Educational Psychology
Fall, Spring & Summer 3 Credit Hours
A practical application of psychological principles to teaching. Students will learn how research is conducted in the field and how to apply those findings to topics such as child/adolescent development, intelligence, learning, memory, and motivation, in their future classrooms. Geared primarily toward education majors, but other majors with an interest in education are welcome. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with a minimum grade of C.
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PSY 0320 - Applied Statistics for the Behavioral and Natural Sciences
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
The course includes descriptive and inferential statistical techniques. The analysis and interpretation of data is emphasized. Prerequisites: PSY 0100 (or permission) and MATH 0125 , MATH 0129 , MATH 0130 , or 131 with a minimum grade of ‘C’.
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PSY 0325 - Research Methods in Psychology
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
This course will focus on techniques to gather scientific information in the field of psychology with an emphasis on research design, data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting of statistical results. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of ‘C’ in the following courses:ENG 0101 ,ENG 0102 (or ENG 0111 ) andPSY 0320 .
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PSY 0330 - Experimental Psychology
Fall & Spring 5 Credit Hours
The research process is the foundation for building and refining the knowledge base in the field of psychology. This experimental methods course develops and applies basic research skills including: critiquing and applying existing research, conceiving of, developing, and conducting new research in a sound and ethical manner, analyzing statistical data, interpreting statistical results, and communicating research findings in a professionally acceptable manner. Prerequisite: ENG 0101 or ENG 0102 . Prerequisite: or co-requisite: PSY 0325 .
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PSY 0341 - Social Psychology
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Introduction to the scientific study of social thinking (how we view ourselves and others), social influence (including conformity, persuasion, and group influence), and social relations (including prejudice, aggression, attraction, and altruism). Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with a minimum grade of ‘C’.
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PSY 0343 - Human Sexuality
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Surveys current research and theory related to human sexuality. Human sexual behavior and attitudes will be viewed from biological, psychological, historical, and cultural perspectives. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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PSY 0386 - Conditioning & Learning
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
This course is intended to familiarize students with the leading theories and research in the field of learning. Animal (including human) studies will be discussed. Topics include Non-Associative Learning, Classical Conditioning, Instrumental and Operant Conditioning, Stimulus Control of Responding, Punishment, Avoidance Behavior, Memory and Cognitive Processes. Pre-requisite: PSY 0320 with minimum grade of ‘C’.
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PSY 0390 - Junior Seminar
Fall & Spring 2 Credit Hours
For Junior Psychology majors. Through a combination of lectures, written assignments, guest speakers, class discussions and out-of-class activities, Junior Seminar is designed to help students clarify their career goals and determine the actions needed in order to achieve those goals. Topics relating to both career and graduate school in psychology-related fields will be addressed. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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PSY 0411 - Sensation and Perception
Spring (Odd) 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to help students understand how our sensory systems provide information about the world around us. The course focuses on the stimuli, physical sensory structures, sensory pathways, and basics of perception for our various senses. We will also discuss research used to examine how our different perceptual systems work, and will touch on differences between human sensory systems and those of other animals. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with a minimum grade of ‘C ‘and any Biology course.
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PSY 0415 - Animal Behavior
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Over the course of the semester, we will explore the broad field of animal behavior, in a quest to understand both how and why animals do the things that they do. We will look at both proximate and ultimate explanations of behavior, and a major focus of this course will be on the variety of lab and field research that has led to our current understanding of behavior from a genetic to a population level of analysis. Prerequisites: PSY 0100 with a minimum grade of ‘C’ and any Biology course.
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PSY 0420 - Psychology in Film
Demand 3 Credit Hours
An advanced course in psychology examining the use of psychological concepts in feature films. Readings will accompany each film and address the significant concepts illustrated. Specific topics will vary. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with minimum grade of ‘C’ and 6 additional hours of Psychology or permission from instructor.
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PSY 0422 - Theories of Personality
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Survey of both classical and contemporary theories of personality including assessment techniques, supportive research, and application. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with a minimum grade of ‘C’ and Junior standing.
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PSY 0432 - Abnormal Psychology
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
Recognition and classification of the systems of mental disorders, specifying causes and possible therapeutic techniques. Theoretical and practical perspectives presented on a wide range of behaviors that have traditionally been viewed as “abnormal.” The course includes historical and present-day perspectives, including biological, psychosocial, cognitive, behavioral, and socio-cultural views. Both causal factors and treatment considerations will be discussed. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with a minimum grade of ‘C’.
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PSY 0435 - Clinical Psychology
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Survey of history, current methods, guild issues, and future developments of clinical practice. Seminar format with considerable student participation. Prerequisites: Junior standing and 15 hours of Psychology with minimum grades of ‘C’.
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PSY 0442 - Physiological Psychology
Spring (Even) 3 Credit Hours
Over the course of the semester, we will explore the structure and function of the nervous system from the individual neuron to the behavior of the organism. The biological basis of major psychological topics like movement, sleep, sensation, sexual behavior, and abnormal behavior will be examined from an ontogenetic and phylogenetic perspective, with a special focus on psychopharmacology. Prerequisite: PSY 0100 with a minimum grade of ‘C’ and any Biology course.
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PSY 0443 - Cognitive Psychology
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
A course covering the methods, theory, empirical research results, and applications of research in cognitive psychology, which is concerned with the scientific study of the mind. Topics include perception, attention, memory, knowledge representation, language, and decision making. Prerequisites: Junior standing or above and PSY 0320 with a minimum grade of ‘C’.
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PSY 0475 - Adult Development and Aging
Fall 3 Credit Hours
This course will cover adulthood and aging from a lifespan perspective. Topics include theories and research on physical and mental health, memory and cognition, social relationships, and the end of life. The course will include normative changes as well as individual differences, and emphasize positive aging. Prerequisites: PSY 0100 and 6 additional hours in Psychology.
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PSY 0481 - Senior Thesis
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
Capstone course for Psychology majors. Students design and conduct individual research projects on psychological topics. Projects include a review of the relevant scholarly literature, collection of data, analysis of data, and interpretation of results. Students communicate their research in both an APA-format research report and an oral presentation. Prerequisites: PSY 0330 with a minimum grade of ‘C’ and Senior standing.
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PSY 0491 - Internship in Psychology
Demand 3 Credit Hours
The internship is designed to assist undergraduate psychology majors gain practical experience in applied settings. Students and on-site supervisor will develop an agreement providing specific learning experiences for the internships. The internship earns up to 3 semester hours credit toward an upper division Psychology elective. Prerequisites are completion of a minimum of 18 hours in psychology, completion of PSY 0390 , a minimum GPA of 3.0 in psychology and recommendations from two Psychology Department faculty. Enrollment requires consent of Internship Instructor.
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PSY 0498 - Advanced Topics in Psychology
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Designed to give advanced instruction in some area not covered in other courses. For upper division majors. Prerequisites: to be determined by department.
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PSY 0499 - Independent Study
Demand 1-3 Credit Hours
Course structured by adviser with approval of department head. Prerequisite: Advanced standing in major field. Registration must be approved by advisor and department head.
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PSY 0510 - Educational Psychology
Demand 3 Credit Hours
A practical application of psychological principles to teaching. Students will learn how research is conducted in the field and how to apply those findings to topics such as child/adolescent development, intelligence, learning, memory, and motivation in their future classrooms. Geared primarily toward graduate students in the Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction program. Prerequisite: Admission to the Education, Curriculum and Instruction, MSEd, GR08 .
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RAD 0100 - Basic Concepts in Radiology
Summer 3 Credit Hours
This course covers basic concepts related to the practice of radiology. It will cover introductory concepts related to the role of the radiographer in healthcare, healthcare delivery systems, ARRT Code of Ethics, overview and handling of basic medical equipment, introduction to radiation and patient safety concepts and basic positioning of the chest and abdomen.
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RAD 0101 - Introduction to Radiology
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Basic procedures and equipment in the radiology department. Includes organization, function, and supervision of a radiology department with a history of x-ray, patient care basics, ethical principles and legal aspects of radiologic technology and basic principles of radiation protection. Three hours lecture per week.
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RAD 0110 - Clinical Training I
Fall 2 Credit Hours
Clinical training with special emphasis in the areas of the thorax, pelvis, extremities, and spine radiography.
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RAD 0111 - Medical Terminology
Fall & Spring 3 Credit Hours
The language of medicine, especially as related to radiology, through a comprehensive study of the more common medical roots, prefixes and suffixes. Relates medical roots to everyday English words. A survey of medical diseases and surgical terms is included. This particular course is recommended for pre-radiology students. Three hours lecture per week. Cross-listed as HS 0111 .
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RAD 0132 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure
Spring 4 Credit Hours
Fundamental principles of technique and technique conversion with particular emphasis on the factors that directly and indirectly affect radiographic exposure. Emphasis on radiation protection, processing, image artifacts and digital modalities.
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RAD 0142 - Radiographic Positioning I
Fall 4 Credit Hours
Basic radiographic positioning including both standard and specialized positions of the chest, bony thorax and spine. Image critique and radiation protection are included as critical parts of this course. One and a half hours lecture, three hours lab per week.
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RAD 0170 - Radiologic Physics
Fall 3 Credit Hours
The physics of radiology. The physical principles of X-ray production, including theory in electricity, rectification, circuitry, and basic equipment maintenance. Three hours lecture per week.
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RAD 0210 - Clinical Training II
Spring 2 Credit Hours
Intensive clinical training with emphasis in fluoroscopy and various contrast studies. Additional experience and competencies will also be obtained in the areas of general radiography, portables, and an introduction to surgical rotations.
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RAD 0241 - Radiographic Positioning II
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Radiographic procedures and positioning related to the bony thorax, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. A basic overview is given of surgical, mobile and trauma radiography. Special emphasis on the use and preparation of contrast media, patient preparation, and procedures employed, including tomography to visualize organs of interest and pathophysiology of the above systems. Two and one half hours lecture, one hour lab per week. Prerequisites: RAD 0142 or permission of instructor.
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RAD 0300 - Clinical Training III
Summer 2 Credit Hours
Clinical training in special procedures requiring sterile fields and surgical cases. Continued practice and competency in general radiography, surgery, and contrast studies. Prerequisites:RAD 0110 , RAD 0210 .
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RAD 0301 - Image Critique and Quality Management in Radiology
Summer 2 Credit Hours
Theory and practice in the art and science of evaluating the technical quality of images. Students will develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to correct positioning and technical errors. Includes an introduction to quality assurance and pathophysiology of the skeletal and respiratory systems. Four hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: RAD 0132 , RAD 0170 .
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RAD 0320 - Radiographic Positioning III
Fall 3 Credit Hours
An in-depth study of the anatomy and radiographic equipment and positioning used in skulls, facial bones, sinuses, arthrography, long bone measurements, and mammography. Part II of this course will include an introduction to CT, and an overview of sectional anatomy of the brain, spine, neck, chest, and abdomen. One and a half hours of lecture, three hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: RAD 0241 .
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RAD 0340 - Clinical Training IV
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Continued training in special procedures with increased responsibility in surgical radiography. Continued clinical proficiency development in general radiography, including contrast studies, surgical, portable, facial and skull radiography. Prerequisite: RAD 0300 or permission of instructor.
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RAD 0350 - Patient Care and Radiation Protection in Radiology
Fall 3 Credit Hours
A continuation of basic patient care and radiation protection learned to this point in the program. Course content includes signs, symptoms and appropriate technologist response to common emergencies encountered in radiology. Infection control, chest tubes, enteral tubes, and vascular access lines, as well as medication administration, venipuncture and basic ECG will also be covered. Emphasis will be placed on radiation biology and radiation protection of the patient and technologist involved in patient care procedures. Three hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: RAD 0101 or permission of instructor.
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RAD 0360 - Clinical Training V
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Students will rotate through special procedures with increased responsibility and do an introductory rotation through CT scans. In addition, students will continue to incorporate skills and competencies in basic radiologic procedures. Prerequisite: RAD 0340 .
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RAD 0370 - Special Topics in Radiology
Spring 3 Credit Hours
Course covers angiography, myelography, digital modalities, bone densitometry and CT with an introductory segment on MRI and ultrasound. Special emphasis on equipment operation, patient care, contrast preparation, procedural steps and pathophysiology. Three hours lecture.
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RAD 0399 - Advanced Radiology
Summer 3 Credit Hours
A capstone course designed to prepare students for the national certification examination. Course will include advanced concepts and testing over all major aspects covered by the national certification examination as outlined by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Six hours lecture per week. Prerequisites: - RAD 0101 , RAD 0170 , RAD 0132 , RAD 0241 .
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RESP 0101 - Respiratory Therapy Foundations
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Entry level information is presented regarding respiratory therapy history from its conception to its current goals and standing. Topics covered include medical terminology, hospital and respiratory therapy department structure and management, psychosocial aspects of patient care, and medical ethics. A clinical session allows the student an orientation rotation at the program’s clinical sites. Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program.
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RESP 0102 - Cardiopulmonary Sciences
Fall 3 Credit Hours
Focuses on the sciences used in the practice of respiratory therapy. Emphasis will be placed upon physics, chemistry, and microbiology and infection control as related to the cardiopulmonary sciences. Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program and completion of a college-level math course.
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RESP 0105 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology
Spring 3 Credit Hours
An in-depth presentation of the cardiopulmonary system, its abnormalities, and corrective techniques as related to respiratory therapy. Included are the concepts of the cardiovascular system, ventilation, diffusion of pulmonary gases, hemodynamic measurements, ventilation perfusion relationships, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport, acid base balance, and arterial blood gas analysis. Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program, college level math course and completion of BIO 0121 .
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