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PHY 4990. Independent Study (1-3 credits)
Independent study with departmental faculty member. PREREQ: Consent of Department Chair and Instructor.
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PHY 5200. Current Trends in Physics (3 credits)
A survey of current development and trends in the various fields of physics. PREREQ: At least 24 credit hours of undergraduate coursework in physics or consent of the instructor and the department chair.
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PHY 5480. Historical Perspectives of Physics (3 credits)
This course emphasizes the development of physical concepts in the discipline of physics from the earliest records through Aristotle, Einstein and beyond, to the present. Topics include contributions of such scientists as Copernicus, Galileo, Newton, Boyle, Rutherford, Millikan, Bohr, DeBroglie, Schroedinger, and others. Discussions concerning their methods, motives and the mental and social climate of their time are also included.
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PHY 5500. Classical Mechanics (3 credits)
Newtonian mechanics, linear oscillations, non-linear oscillations, introduction to calculus of variation. Hamilton’s principle and La Grange’s equations, central force motion, non-inertial frames, rigid body dynamics, vibrating systems. PREREQ: At least 24 credit hours of undergraduate coursework in physics or consent of the instructor and the department chair.
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PHY 5600. Modern Physics (3 credits)
Special theory of relativity; introductory quantum mechanics with applications to microscopic systems; Fermi-Dirac, Bose-Einstein statistics; and electronic bands in solids. PREREQ: At least 24 credit hours of undergraduate coursework in physics or consent of the instructor and the department chair.
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PHYS 4xxx. Special Topics (1-3 credits)
Individual study either of subject matter in existing courses (in more depth) or of subjects for which there is no present formal course. PREREQ: PHY 1010 , PHY 1510 , or PHY 2010 ; MAT 2220 .
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PHYS 5xxx. Special Topics in Physics (3 credits)
Course content will focus on topics in physics and will vary from offering to offering, with prerequisites appropriate to content. It will meet the special needs of individuals within the master’s program at UNCP and of students who seek credit by enrolling in special departmental offerings such as short courses, seminars, and special, intense summer experiences which focus on concepts within the discipline of physics.
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PLS 1000. Introduction to Political Science (3 credits)
A study of general political science concepts, definitions, and approaches within the framework of discussions of how individuals and groups may be able to utilize more effectively the political, social, and economic systems with which they come into contact.
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PLS 1010. Introduction to American National Government (3 credits)
An introductory study of: (1) the basic concepts of political science, (2) the brief history of the basic principles of the Constitution, (3) the structure, functions of and the relations between the legislative, executive and judicial branches of national government, and (4) the relations between the national and state governments.
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PLS 1200. Introduction to Asian Studies (3 credits)
Crosslisted: (HST 1200/PHI 1200)
An introduction to the field of Asian Studies through an interdisciplinary perspective combining history, politics, economics, philosophy, and culture using a variety of theories, methodologies, and sources (textbook, book chapters, articles, literature). The course focuses on East Asia (China, Japan, Korea) but will also include India, Southeast Asia, and other countries. PREREQ: C or better in ENG 1050 .
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PLS 2000. Introduction to Comparative Politics (3 credits)
This course provides students with a basic understanding of the political science sub-field of Comparative Politics. It is designed to introduce the various approaches to comparative political analysis. Students will analyze, compare, and contrast the basic political structures, political behavior, public policy, and political procedures of several different countries, each of which has a unique political and cultural structure. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 2010. American State Government (3 credits)
An examination of the setting, institutions, politics, and policies of state governments in the United States. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 2020. Local Government in the United States (3 credits)
An examination of the setting, institutions, politics, and policies of local government in the United States. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 2060. Model United Nations (3 credits)
A study of diplomacy and parliamentary procedure culminating in the practical application of these skills via participation in a Model United Nations Conference. May be repeated up to four times. Additional fees may be required.
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PLS 2070. Model Arab League (3 credits)
A study of diplomacy and parliamentary procedure culminating in the practical application of these skills via participation in a Model Arab League Conference. May be repeated up to four times. Additional fees may be required.
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PLS 2130. Contemporary Political Ideologies (3 credits)
A study of twentieth century ideologies, including liberalism, conservatism, Nazism, fascism, communism, democratic socialism, and more recent doctrines such as third world nationalism, minority liberation, women’s liberation, and the new left.
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PLS 2150. North Carolina Politics and Government (3 credits)
A study of the North Carolina political system: its environment, the forces and elements making up the system, the policies of that system, and the impact of the policies. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 2170. Judicial Process and Behavior (3 credits)
An examination of the role of judges, lawyers, and jurors in the decision making process as influenced by their recruitment and socialization of the political framework in which they operate, and the various factors, ideology, attitudes, and values that influence their decisions. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 2330. Introduction to Theory and Methodology (4 credits)
This course concerns basic concepts of political science and teaches the student how to do research, use the library, evaluate the research of others, draw a graph, construct a table, and use a few simple statistical techniques. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 2510. Introduction to World Politics (3 credits)
Crosslisted: (WLS 2510)
This course gives students a basic understanding of the major issues and aspects of world politics. It includes an overview of trends in world politics in the twenty-first century, considers the relevant global actors, explores the relevance of non-state actors, and focuses on the increasing importance of issues relating to global welfare. A central premise is that world politics is a combination of political, historical, economic, and sociological factors which are not static. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 2520. Theories of International Relations (3 credits)
Analyzes the methods and dominant approaches to the study of international relations including international political economy, theories of conflict, decision making theory, integration theory and deterrence. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 3010. Political Parties and Interest Groups in the United States (3 credits)
The history, development, organization, functions and purpose of parties and interest groups, and the role played by them in the policy-making and election of the government in the United States and other Western democracies. PREREQ: PLS 1010 and PLS 2330 .
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PLS 3020. Administration of Municipal Government in the United States (3 credits)
A study of American municipal government in its setting and development, power and politics, management process, administration of services, social and economic problems, planning, fiscal problems and practices, intergovernmental relations, and emerging trends. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 3025. Fundamentalisms (3 credits)
Crosslisted: (REL 3025)
Starting in the 1970s, there has been a substantial growth in the strength of religious radical movements sometimes known as “fundamentalist,” which seek to manifest their religious faith in the political arena. The course will examine these phenomena in comparative perspective primarily in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. We will focus on the religious players in the Middle East conflict. Special attention will be given to the place of Jerusalem as a focal center for religious extremist activity.
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PLS 3030. Political Thought (3 credits)
A study of the historic and conceptual background of political thought from the classical through contemporary political thinkers. Emphasis is placed on the application of ideas and concepts learned to current political and personal situations so as to enable the student to function better and more thoughtfully as an individual and as a member of various social and political systems. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 3040. Legislative Process in the United States (3 credits)
A study of: (1) the distribution of the legislative power in the three branches of the government, (2) the structure and functions of the legislature, (3) the actual process of legislation both in the national and state governments, its defects and remedies, and (4) the attainment of responsible and responsive government. Important legislative problems will be selected and serve as a basis for analyzing the legislative process. PREREQ: PLS 1010 and PLS 2330 .
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PLS 3050. Public Opinion and Elections in the American Political System (3 credits)
A study of the nature of public opinion, campaigns, and elections and their functions in the American political system. PREREQ: PLS 1010 and PLS 2330 .
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PLS 3060. The American Presidency (3 credits)
The central role of the American presidency in the political process and the relationship among the presidency and the other branches of government. PREREQ: PLS 1010 and PLS 2330 .
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PLS 3100. Constitutional Law (3 credits)
A study of (1) the federal system, especially the relations between the national government and the States, and (2) the jurisdiction of the federal courts. PREREQ: PLS 1010 and PLS 2170 .
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PLS 3110. Constitutional Law of Individual and Equal Rights (3 credits)
A study of the U.S. Constitution and appellate court rulings and interpretations of civil liberties and individual rights. PREREQ: PLS 1010 and PLS 2170 .
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PLS 3120. Law of Criminal Procedure (3 credits)
Constitutional limitations on police activity. Due process; right to counsel; arrest, search and seizure; electronic eavesdropping; confessions; and the scope of exclusionary rules. PREREQ: PLS 1010 and PLS 2170 .
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PLS 3220. International Political Economy (3 credits)
This course examines the political dynamics of the development and management of the contemporary international economic system. It analyzes major issues in the global political economy, including theoretical approaches to understanding the tension between politics and economics, monetary and trade policy, foreign aid, debt, North-South relations, and international environmental issues. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 3312. Political Geography (3 credits)
Crosslisted: (GGY 3312)
An examination of how geography and politics are tied together at a variety of spatial scales and in different global locations. Includes discussions of political geography both within and between states as well as those areas beyond the states, such as the sea and outer space.
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PLS 3520. Writing in Political Science (3 credits)
This course provides an introduction to various forms of writing commonly used in political science professions, which may include executive summaries, annotated bibliographies, book reviews, case briefs, and research proposals and papers. Students will learn through researching a single topic of their choosing. This course fulfills the writing in the disciplines requirement. PREREQ: PLS 2330 .
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PLS 3600. Introductory Internship in Political Science (3 credits)
The acquisition of political and/or legal experience through an arranged internship in a government or community agency or enterprise, under the instruction and supervision of the major professor and a designated official of the agency or enterprise involved. PREREQ: PLS 1000 .
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PLS 3610. Advanced Internship in Political Science (3 credits)
This is a continuation of the internship of PLS 3600 . It continues the acquisition of political and/or legal experience through an arranged internship in a government or community agency or enterprise, under the instruction and supervision of the major professor and a designated official of the agency or enterprise involved. PREREQ: PLS 3600 .
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PLS 3620. International Issues (3 credits)
This course examines selected contemporary political issues and trends, with emphasis on the influence of major political and social arrangements and institutions that play a role international politics. Topics covered may include: international trade, economic development, wars, arms control, terrorism, ethnic conflict, human rights, status of women, population growth, food security, and environmental degradation. The class will serve as a forum for debate about a number of these issues. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 3750. Politics in the Developing World (3 credits)
This course explores issues relating to the social, economic, and political conditions of the developing world. It intends to answer questions such as: 1) What is the Third World and how is it characterized? 2) What is development and is it desirable? and 3) How do countries attain development? Topics to be discussed include: history and geography; population, food and education; political conflict and instability; trade and the world economy; and women in the developing world. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 3800. International Organizations (3 credits)
A survey of the historical evolution, functions and current policies of various types of regional and universal organizations and their role in contemporary international relations. Organizations that deal with transnational issues, peacekeeping, and international political economy will be featured. Special emphasis will be placed on the United Nations, its structure, and its role in the world. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 3810. International Law (3 credits)
This course introduces students to the field of international law. It emphasizes the connection between international law and world order. Topics covered include sources of international law, its relation to municipal law, the rights and duties of states and individuals, state territory and jurisdiction, international agreements, nationality and the treatment of aliens, diplomatic and consular relations, war and the use of force, and common space resource regimes. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 3930. Census Data for Social Sciences and Business (1 credit)
An introduction to accessing, analyzing, and interpreting census data. Emphasis is placed on using census data for research in social science, marketing, and related fields. PREREQ: MAT 1050 or MAT 1070 or permission of instructor.
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PLS 3980. Directed Research in Political Science I (1-3 credits)
Written acceptance by a supervising faculty member is required, based on the student’s written proposal. A copy of the proposal together with the faculty member’s acceptance must be submitted for approval to the Department Chair prior to registration. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 and permission of instructor.
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PLS 3990. Directed Research in Political Science II (1-3 credits)
Written acceptance by a supervising faculty member is required, based on the student’s written proposal. A copy of the proposal together with the faculty member’s acceptance must be submitted for approval to the Department Chair prior to registration. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 and permission of instructor.
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PLS 4020. Selected Topics in American Government (3 credits)
A study of selected problems, either in theory or in practice, in American government, with readings, discussions and papers on these problems. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 4050. Washington Internship (6-12 credits)
This internship presents an opportunity for a student to get a deeper understanding of the legislative process by participating in the activities of a U.S. Congressman’s office. The intern will spend a semester in Washington, D.C. working in the office of a Congressman and will be responsible for performing assigned research on legislative issues as well as working on constituency problems. Students will be assigned reading material on the legislative process and will be required to submit various papers in order to fulfill the internship requirements. The internship is limited to Political Science majors. No more than six credit hours may be applied to fulfill the thirty six hour requirement for a major in political science nor is the student eligible to enroll in any other departmental internship program (PLS 360, 361, or 364). Scheduled for political science majors with the approval of the Chair of the Department. PREREQ: PLS 1010 and Junior or Senior standing required at time of participation.
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PLS 4170. International Security Policy (3 credits)
This course introduces students to the issues, concepts, and theories relating to security in the contemporary international system. It will examine a number of strategies for addressing problems related to war and peace in world politics. It will consider such topics as the nature and origins of war, arms control and proliferation, terrorism, and the causes and consequences of a number of international conflicts, both past and present. Particular attention will be paid to the process of peacekeeping and peacemaking as it relates to international security. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 4180. Special Topics in Theory, Philosophy, and Methodology (3 credits)
An in depth study of a selected topic from the field of political philosophy or methodology. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 4190. Topics in Terrorism (3 credits)
This course will provide an in-depth study of the field of terrorism relative to its impact on national security and comparative international politics. PREREQ: PLS 1000 and CRJ 2010 .
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PLS 4200. Special Topics in Comparative Politics (3 credits)
An in depth study of a selected topic from the field of comparative politics. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 4225. Environmental Politics and Policy (3 credits)
An analysis of environmentalism as a political phenomenon. Examines controversial political issues about environmental matters and analyzes the impacts of these issues on the formulation and implementation of governmental policies and regulations.
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PLS 4300. Special Topics in International Politics (3 credits)
An in depth study of a selected topic in the field of international politics. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 4400. Comparative Public Administration (3 credits)
Examination and analysis are made of the administrative systems of foreign governments of selected Western and non Western countries; attention is given to practices applicable to administration in the United States. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 4510. Formulation and Conduct of American Foreign Policy (3 credits)
This course examines how United States foreign policy is both created and conducted. It characterizes American foreign policy in general, looks at how government institutions act and interact with one another on foreign policy issues, and discusses the position of the United States in world politics. The roles and interrelations of the executive, Congress, the departments of state and defense, the intelligence community, the media, and public opinion are areas that may be covered. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 4520. Problems in American Foreign Policy (3 credits)
A study of the major issues and problems in American foreign policy, including tradition and other constant factors of policy, with emphasis on the historical development of U.S. foreign policy in post- World War II period. Areas covered may include: World War II and the origins of the Cold War; the development of the Cold War under Truman and Eisenhower; and the foreign policies of U.S. administrations from Kennedy to the present. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLS 4990. Independent Study in Political Science (1-3 credits)
Directed reading and research under the guidance of the instructor in a specific area or problem in political science. Scheduled only for senior political science majors with the approval of the Chair of the Department. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 and permission of instructor.
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PLS 5400. Systems of State and Local Government (3 credits)
Systematic survey of municipal, county, special district, and state governments, with special emphasis on critical examination of their roles and problems in the decision making process of respective political subdivisions.
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PLS 5450. American Political Process (3 credits)
Examination of American political and governmental institutions and analysis of their process, relationship, and roles in the dynamics of the political system.
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PLSS 3000. Regional Area Studies (3 credits)
These courses examine the politics and governments of specific geographic regions. Selected countries within each region may be identified for in-depth comparison. Topics may include political culture, political thought, geography, history, political and economic development, and comparative public policy. The courses may contain an analysis of the foreign policies of a specific geographic region with special attention to the role of the U.S. in that area. Asia, Africa, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East are areas for possible study in t his course. The area of study and specific focus will rotate. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PLSS 3100. Regional Area Studies (3 credits)
These courses examine the politics and governments of specific geographic regions. Selected countries within each region may be identified for in-depth comparison. Topics may include political culture, political thought, geography, history, political and economic development, and comparative public policy. The courses may contain an analysis of the foreign policies of a specific geographic region with special attention to the role of the U.S. in that area. Asia, Africa, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East are areas for possible study in t his course. The area of study and specific focus will rotate. PREREQ: PLS 1000 or PLS 1010 .
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PRE 2200. Introduction to Public Relations (3 credits)
An introduction to public relations as a part of mass communications, with emphasis on the publicity process, especially writing for newspapers and broadcasting stations.
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PRE 2700. Introduction to Advertising (3 credits)
An introduction to the nature and function of advertising, including advertising in newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and other mass media. The relationships among media, messages, and audiences are examined from a mass communication perspective. PREREQ: MCM 2100 .
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PRE 3450. Computer‑Assisted Editing and Publication Design (3 credits)
Using computers to edit publications copy and to design newsletters, brochures, pamphlets, and similar printed material.
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PRE 3500. Organizational Communications (3 credits)
Communication between an organization and its internal publics, especially employees, students, and clients. Study of the behavior of people and their relationships in organizations and how that behavior can be understood, anticipated, coped with, and improved. PREREQ: PRE 2200 or consent of instructor.
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PRE 4070. Public Relations Media (3 credits)
Major forms of public relations writing: news and feature releases, replies to complaint letters, public service announcements, documentaries, copy for video news releases, inverted and magazine forms of news writing, annual reports, and newsletters. PREREQ: PRE 2200 .
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PRE 4090. Public Relations Case Studies (3 credits)
Specialized public relations programs, including press relations, community affairs, investor relations, and legislative relations. Emphasis on analyzing and presenting public relations case studies and problems. PREREQ: PRE 2200 .
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PRE 4150. Advertising Media (3 credits)
The practice of advertising creation, including strategy, media planning, and execution of advertisements for all forms of mass media. PREREQ: PRE 2700 .
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PRE 4200. Crisis Communication (3 credits)
In-depth study of the development of strategies and their implementations during public relations crises. PREREQ: PRE 4070 .
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PRE 4600. Public Relations Campaigns (3 credits)
Senior capstone course building on concepts and skills from earlier coursework. Students use formal and informal research methods to develop a strategic plan, including evaluation strategies, for a “client.” PREREQ: PRE 4070 , PRE 4090 and MCM 4360 .
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PSY 1010. Introductory Psychology (3 credits)
A survey of major areas of psychology, with emphasis on issues, concepts, and terminology needed for more advanced courses.
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PSY 1030. Psychology of Parenthood (3 credits)
The application of psychological concepts by parents to the understanding and modification of child behavior at all stages of development.
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PSY 1250. Human Potential (3 credits)
A survey of current knowledge about the potential for optimal human development. Classroom activities include lecture, discussion, and participation in growth exercises.
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PSY 1900. Career and Professional Perspectives in Psychology (1 credit)
This course is intended for majors and will examine psychology as a discipline and a profession. Students will be introduced to career options in psychology at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level. Strategies for job searches and graduate school admission will be discussed. Because course topics are highly relevant to their immediate and long-term success, students are strongly encouraged to take this course early in their undergraduate career, typically immediately after completing PSY 1010 .
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PSY 2050. Childhood and Adolescence (3 credits)
A survey of the stages and processes of the development of human behavior from conception through adolescence. Emphasis on physical, cognitive and psychosocial development. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .
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PSY 2060. Animal Cognition and Behavior (3 credits)
A survey of evolutionary and ecological processes that promote the vast diversity of behaviors found in the animal kingdom with an emphasis on animal cognition. From an evolutionary perspective, this course may include the evolution of behavior, sociobiology, animal cultures, behavioral ecology, behavioral genetics, neurobiology, communication, cooperation, tool use, problem-solving, spatial cognition, and others. PREREQ: PSY 1010 and BIO 1000 or BIO 1060 .
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PSY 2080. Research Statistics (3 credits)
An introduction to simple descriptive and inferential statistics that are frequently used by psychologists. The selection, application, and reporting of procedures appropriate to specific types of psychological research and testing will be emphasized. PREREQ: MAT 1050 (or higher).
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PSY 2100. Research Methodology (3 credits)
An introduction to research methods used in psychology. Experimental research will be emphasized, but survey and correlational research will also be included. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .
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PSY 2150. Psychology of Learning (3 credits)
An introductory survey of the major areas in the psychology of learning. Classical conditioning, operant conditioning, verbal learning, and memory will be included. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .
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PSY 2160. Social Psychology (3 credits)
An introduction to the concepts, principles, theories, and research of social psychology. Social psychology is the study of social influence processes. Topics such as attitude change, perception of other people, interpersonal attraction, aggression, altruism, prejudice, and group dynamics will be covered. PREREQ: PSY 1010 or SOC 2010.
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PSY 2200. Behavior Modification (3 credits)
Introduction to the principles and practice of behavior modification. Application in institutional and clinical settings will be discussed, exploring such topics as classroom behavioral problems, the control of smoking, weight loss, phobias, hypertension, and headaches.
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PSY 2250. Health Psychology: Wellness and Health (3 credits)
Crosslisted: (HLTH 2250)
The course will cover the biopsychosocial dynamics of stress and wellness. Students will examine methods of managing stress and enhancing health through cognitive‑behavioral modification, biofeedback, meditation, hypnosis, psychotherapy, nutrition, and exercise.
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PSY 2700. Industrial/Organizational Psychology (3 credits)
Applies psychological principles to the study of industrial and organizational effectiveness. Covers theory, research, and practical applications related to such topics as work motivation, the communicative process, and the selection, testing, and training of employees. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .
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PSY 3000. Research Methods Capstone (3 credits)
Intended for psychology majors, the course is designed to teach written and oral communication skills used in psychological research. Students will learn to write research papers in psychology and will make use of skills learned in PSY 2080 and PSY 2100 . Students will be expected to develop their skills using library resources and applying APA guidelines. PREREQ: C or better in ENG 1050 and ENG 1060 ; PSY 2080 , PSY 2100 ; declared major, minor, or concentration in PSY.
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PSY 3040. History and Systems of Psychology (3 credits)
A study of the development of psychology as a discipline from ancient Greece to modern times. Present issues in psychology are traced to their origins. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .
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PSY 3050. Psychology of Adult Development and Aging (3 credits)
Crosslisted: (HLTH 3050)
The course is designed to survey, topographically and chronologically, the aging period from middle adulthood to older adulthood. Changes in biological, intellectual, memory, learning, personality, and social processes will be addressed. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .
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PSY 3120. Cognitive Processes (3 credits)
An examination of human memory and thinking within the human information processing model context. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .
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PSY 3150. Guiding Young Children (3 credits)
This course presents guidance, counseling, and discipline concepts within a framework of child development, developmentally appropriate practices, and constructivist education.
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PSY 3160. Psychology of Leadership (3 credits)
A look at the psychological processes in small group leadership. Topics include compliance, self‑assertion, decision‑making, and persuasion. Emphasis on theory, research, and practical leadership skills acquisition. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .
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PSY 3550. Sensation and Perception (3 credits)
A look at the structures and processes involved in perception. Visual and auditory perception will be emphasized. PREREQ: PSY 1010 ; any other three PSY courses strongly recommended.
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PSY 3600. Abnormal Psychology (3 credits)
A study of the history, theories, and causes of mental disorders. Various types of disorders are examined along with their typical symptoms. Uses of psychological testing and clinical interviews are studied. PREREQ: PSY 1010 ; any other three PSY courses strongly recommended.
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PSY 3750. Personality Theories (3 credits)
Various theoretical approaches to the study of personality. PREREQ: Any three PSY courses.
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PSY 3800. Supervised Research in Psychology (3 credits)
Direct experience in the design of research studies in psychology; collection, management, and analysis of research data; and oral and written presentation of research results. Close collaboration between students and instructors. PREREQ: PSY 2080 , PSY 2100 , PSY 3000 (waived if not required), or instructor permission.
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PSY 3990. Directed Study (1-6 credits)
Directed readings and/or research, leading to the preparation of a paper or research report. Exclusively for psychology majors. Amount of credit given will be agreed upon prior to registration and will depend upon the magnitude of the project chosen. PREREQ: A written plan of the project should be approved by the Department Chair no later than two weeks prior to registration.
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PSY 4010. Physiological Psychology (3 credits)
Study of psychological processes from a biological perspective. Covers both normal and abnormal functioning, with emphasis on basic neuroanatomy, basic biochemistry, psychoactive drugs, behavior genetics, and research methods. PREREQ: PSY 1010 , 15 hours of psychology or biology.
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PSY 4030. Psychological Testing (3 credits)
An intensive lead into basic psychometric concepts including types of test scores, score transformation techniques, validity, reliability, and norms. PREREQ: PSY 2080 recommended.
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PSY 4150. Motivation and Emotion (3 credits)
Various theoretical and applied approaches to the study of motivation and emotion. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .
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PSY 4170. Clinical and Counseling Psychology (3 credits)
A survey of the fields of clinical and counseling psychology with an emphasis on basic skills and knowledge of techniques. The course is both didactic (theories) and experiential (role-playing in class). Opportunities for classroom discussion, professional feedback about skills and potential, and video-taping. PREREQ: PSY 3600 .
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Special Topics in Psychology |
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PSYS 2xxx. Current Topics in Psychology (3 credits)
Treatment of selected topics in psychology. Content will vary, depending on interests of participants. For a list of all topics, see the Department Chair. (repeatable up to 9 credits)
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PSYS 3xxx. Current Topics Seminar (3 credits)
Comprehensive treatment of selected topics in psychology. Content will vary, depending on interests of participants. Offered on demand (see Department Chair). (repeatable up to 9 credits)
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Reading Education |
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RDG 5xxx. Special Topics in Reading Education (3 credits)
Guided investigation of topics in reading education, such as curriculum revision, course or program design, newly evolved trends in reading education, and implications of research in reading education. This course will be an elective option within the reading education program for reading education candidates/students. PREREQ: Completion of Strands I and II and 18 hours of reading courses.
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RDG 2000. Foundations of Reading and Language Acquisition (3 credits)
This course explores the teaching of reading with an emphasis on the linguistics and psychological base of the reading process, stages in the development of reading ability and sequences of skill acquisition. Students will study models of reading instruction for language and literacy learning, the role of the classroom teacher of reading and forces influencing that role. This includes an examination of role of phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension play in how one learns to read. This course will provide comprehensive coverage of topics important in helping teachers develop a constructivist, balanced literacy program agenda for their future classrooms. Field Experience Required. PREREQ: 2.0 QPA.
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