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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog (As of 12-14-18) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Psychology
  

  • PSYC 103 Introduction to Psychological Science (3)

    An introduction to the scientific study of behavior. Topics include research methods and statistics in psychology, nervous system and the brain, sensation and perception, learning, memory, social psychology and behavior disorders.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: One requirement of this course is that students participate in research conducted in the psychology department to obtain experience in psychological research methods. Students who do not wish to participate in research will be offered an equitable alternative activity.
  

  • PSYC 198 Research Experience in Psychological Science (1-3)

    This course provides students an introductory experience in conducting psychological research. Students will receive training in research ethics, learn how to consume primary literature, and be introduced to skills, methods, and data analytic techniques used by researchers in the field.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  or FYSE 132 * or FYER 159 * and permission of a faculty member as supervisor and the department chair.  Formal written application stating the nature of the project must be submitted prior to registration.**

    *These courses may be used when they cover psychology and are approved by the department chair.

    **The department chair must approve all projects. This course is intended for freshmen and sophomore students with a GPA of at least 3.000; however, these guidelines may be waived with permission of a faculty member as supervisor and of the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 3 credit hours.
  

  • PSYC 211 Psychological Statistics (3)

    Elementary statistical techniques and their application to the analysis and interpretation of psychological data.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: 1. Students who have completed PSYC 250  may not receive credit for PSYC 211. 2. This class fulfills the statistics requirement for the Bachelor of Arts Degree.
  

  • PSYC 213 Conditioning and Learning (3)

    A survey of the experimental study of human and animal learning with an introductory consideration of modern learning theory.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 214 Behavioral Neuroscience (3)

    A consideration of anatomical and physiological correlates of behavior.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 215 Cognitive Psychology (3)

    Empirical findings and theoretical models in human information processing and performance are examined. Examples of topics include attention and pattern recognition, memory and imaginal representation, problem solving, reasoning, creativity and sensorimotor skills.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 216 Sensation and Perception (3)

    An examination of the physiological and psychological processes involved in sensing and perceiving stimuli. Historical and contemporary research and theory in sensation and perception will be considered.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 220 Research Methods (3)

    A survey of standard research methods used by psychologists. Topics include the scientific method, measurement issues, observational techniques, sampling, experimental designs and data analysis.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  and PSYC 211 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: 1. Students who have completed PSYC 250  may not receive credit for PSYC 220. 2. This class fulfills the research methods requirement for the Bachelor of Arts degree.
  

  • PSYC 221 Abnormal Psychology (3)

    An overview of psychopathology, including the empirical and theoretical bases of epidemiology, etiology and treatment. Mental disorders are examined from psychological (e.g., learning theory) and biological (e.g., neurobiological) perspectives and research and treatment methods associated with these paradigms are introduced.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 222 Psychology of Personality (3)

    The normal personality from the point of view of contemporary psychology. A consideration of structure, dynamics, individual differences and methods of assessment will be given.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 223 Social Psychology (3)

    A study of the principles of human interaction, including a consideration of such topics as social learning, person perception, attitudes, prejudice and analysis of small group behavior.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 224 Lifespan Development (3)

    An introduction to the understanding of change and continuity from conception to death. Special attention will be given to core theoretical explanations and empirical findings regarding physical, cognitive, emotional and social development early in the life-span.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 250 Psychological Statistics and Research Methods (6)

    Equivalent to PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 . A survey of elementary statistical techniques and standard research methods used by psychologists. This course integrates the content of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  while providing an introduction to the analysis of research data with statistical software.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: This class meets for a total of six hours of instruction a week. Students who have completed PSYC 211  or PSYC 220  may not receive credit for PSYC 250. Students are encouraged to complete at least part of their mathematics coursework prior to their enrollment in this class.
  

  • PSYC 312 Adverse Childhood Experiences (3)

    This course provides a comprehensive overview of the problem of childhood adversity. We will discuss how risk for childhood adversity develops and accumulates, how we can prevent childhood adversity, and how we can help those who have experienced childhood adversity. Throughout the course, we will examine different types of adversity separately (e.g., sexual abuse, physical abuse, witnessing domestic violence). We will also examine the broader concept of childhood adversity and how it impacts health across the lifetime.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: This course will be offered 1-2 times per year. 
  

  • PSYC 315 Special Topics in Psychology I (3)

    An examination of an area of current theoretical or research interest in the field of psychology.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PSYC 318 Comparative Psychology (3)

    A comparison and explanation of the similarities and differences in the behavior of different species of animals.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PSYC 321 Psychology in the Workplace (3)

    A study of the application of psychological principles to industrial organizations. Topics covered include individual differences, job satisfaction, supervision, personnel selection, training and placement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 329 Environmental Psychology (3)

    A study of the relationships between human behavior and the physical environment, including a consideration of such topics as the effects of the arrangement of interior spaces, structures of communities, crowding in urban environments, climate and natural disasters. Opportunity will be provided for student participation in research projects.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PSYC 330 Psychology of Prejudice and Discrimination (3)

    This course offers an examination of stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination, their relationships and relevant theories. Challenges that people face in their personal efforts to reduce their own prejudices will be examined. Finally, students will appraise organizational strategies for reducing prejudice and discrimination and examine the debate on affirmative action.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PSYC 333 Health Psychology (3)

    An examination of psychological variables contributing to disease and the effects of illness and injury on behavior. Examples of topics treated include psycho-physiological disorders, impact of stress, pain mechanisms, medical settings and patient behavior, psychological approaches to prevention and management, and compliance.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 334 Psychology of Stress (3)

    An examination of stress from physiological and psychological perspectives. Presentation of empirical research and theoretical models. Examples of topics include occupational and performance stress, stress in animals, stressful life events, post-traumatic stress, sociocultural and familial stress and coping mechanisms.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PSYC 335 Positive Psychology: Optimizing Psychological Well-being (3)

    Positive psychology involves the study of the factors involved in living a meaningful life. We will explore traits within the individual such as optimism and psychological hardiness that can facilitate positive life experiences. We also will examine how social institutions (families, communities, societies) include the well-being of the individual.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 344 Psychology of Substance Abuse (3)

    This course presents an overview of psychologically based models for understanding why individuals engage in substance abuse. Emphasis is on cognitive, emotional and behavioral factors that explain why some individuals transition from casual use to substance abuse. Approaches to prevention, treatment and contemporary drug policy issues will be considered.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  and PSYC 221  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 349 Psychology of Entrepreneurship (3)

    Entrepreneurial ventures begin when people recognize and act upon market opportunities. From an initial business idea to the time that a firm is organized, most of the critical processes involve the psychological characteristics and actions of individuals. This course examines those psychological processes in detail through lectures, discussion and case studies.
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 104  or PSYC 211  or DSCI 232  and junior standing or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Cross-listing: MGMT 377  
  

  • PSYC 350 Psychology of Gender (3)

    This course presents social, cognitive, biological, evolutionary and cross-cultural perspectives on gender, including gender development and roles. Major themes include nature and nurture contributions to gender, gender differences versus similarities, gender versus sex, the influence of gender assumptions, biases and roles, and challenging prejudice to improve gender relations.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 351 Principles of Neurobiology (3)

    The first course of a two-semester series that serves as a rigorous introduction to the field of neuroscience. The first semester focuses on brain anatomy, cellular and molecular function of neurons and development of nervous systems. The course is team-taught by faculty from the Departments of Biology and Psychology.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , BIOL 111 , BIOL 112 , and BIOL 211  or PSYC 214 .
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Cross-listing: BIOL 351  
  

  • PSYC 352 Neurobiology and Behavior (3)

    The second course of a two-semester series that serves as a rigorous introduction to the field of neuroscience. This course focuses on sensory and motor systems, neural regulatory systems, functional neuroanatomy and behavioral/cognitive neuroscience.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 351 /PSYC 351  or PSYC 214 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Cross-listing: BIOL 352  
  

  • PSYC 353 Hormones and Behavior (3)

    Hormones modulate most social behaviors (reproductive, parental, aggressive) expressed by animals. This course examines how hormones interact with the nervous system to produce these complex behaviors. Taking a comparative approach, the course draws examples of neuroendocrine function from throughout the animal kingdom including fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  and PSYC 214  or PSYC 216 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Cross-listing: BIOL 353  
  

  • PSYC 356 Behavioral Genetics (3)

    This course explores the relationship between genetics and behavior. The course will focus on the ROLE of genetic and environmental factors that contribute to both animal and human behavior.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  and BIOL 111  or permission of instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PSYC 358 Nonverbal Communication (3)

    This course is a survey of research on how the body and voice are used in the communication of emotion, attitudes, status, and other messages. The roles of gestures, movement, facial expressions, gaze, interpersonal distancing, touch, taste, smell, physical appearance and paralanguage are considered.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250 , or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PSYC 359 Study Abroad in Neuroscience (4)

    An intensive international seminar and laboratory course. This course will include the reading of primary literature and an exploration of experimental techniques related to the research specialties of participating international faculty members. This course will also develop intercultural skills necessary for success in international neuroscience research opportunities.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PSYC 370 Tests and Measurements (3)

    A consideration of the history, theory and techniques of psychological measurement. Attention is given to the measurement of intelligence, personality, interests, attitudes and aptitudes. Limited experience in test administration and interpretation is provided.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PSYC 372 Applied Behavior Analysis (3)

    A study of the application of the principles of operant and respondent conditioning to the control of human behavior, both normal and disordered, including a consideration of the moral and social implications of the behavior control technologies.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 213 , PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250 .
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PSYC 374 Sins of Memory (3)

    This course provides an in-depth exploration of classic and current issues in human memory, examining both behavioral and neuropsychological approaches to data and theory. Examples of topics covered in this course include autobiographical and eyewitness memory, false memories, memory updating, techniques for improving memory, memory development, and prospective memory.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 ; PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250 ; PSYC 215  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PSYC 375 Topics in Child and Adolescent Development (3)

    This course will give students a more advanced exposure to topics in child and/or adolescent development-e.g., socio-emotional/moral development; the role of parenting in child development; early developmental neuroscience; optimal development, etc. Students will gain a more comprehensive understanding of both the major developmental theories and the developmental research methodologies.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 ; PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  (or PSYC 250 ); PSYC 224  
    Course Frequency: Spring
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PSYC 378 Psychology of Language (3)

    The reception, comprehension, and expression of language will be considered from psychological perspectives. Examples of topics include the biological basis of language, the social uses of language, speech perception and production, psycholinguistics and language development.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 215 ; PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250  or permission of instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PSYC 385 Cognitive Neuroscience (3)

    This course focuses on the use of neuroimaging techniques and other relevant methodologies to explore the neural systems underlying human cognition. Sample topics include the neural bases of memory and reasoning, changes in neurocognition with age, the use and misuse of neuroimaging techniques in legal settings, and social cognitive neuroscience.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 ; PSYC 214  or PSYC 351 /BIOL 351  or PSYC 352 /BIOL 352 ; PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  (PSYC 250  may substitute for PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 ) or BIOL 211  and MATH 250 ; or permission of instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  
  

  • PSYC 387 Neuropsychology (3)

    This course is an in-depth focus on brain-behavior relationships in humans. Topics include neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, cognitive theory and research methods. Theories of brain function are examined along with the clinical procedures for measuring brain integrity. Additionally, neurological disorders (e.g., stroke, brain injury) and methods of neurorehabilitation are explored.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 ; PSYC 214  or BIOL 351 /PSYC 351 ; PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  (or PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 ) or BIOL 211  and MATH 250 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 389 Child Psychopathology (3)

    A comprehensive overview of the field of abnormal child psychology. Coverage will emphasize the multidimensional, reciprocal nature of child behavior problems within a developmental, clinical/diagnostic and experimental framework. Topical coverage will include definitions, theories, clinical presentation, research, assessment and treatment issues related to various externalizing and internalizing symptomatology.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 221 , PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 390 Advanced Psychological Statistics (3)

    A survey of advanced topics in psychological statistics and the analysis and interpretation of data. Coverage typically includes confidence intervals and effect sizes, multiple regression, moderated regression, repeated-measures ANOVA, logistic regression, and statistical meditation. An important course component involves implementing the statistical procedures by analyzing datasets using statistical software.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 391 Foundations of Psychotherapy (3)

    This course provides students with exposure to the field of psychotherapy. Examples of topics include psychotherapy theory (e.g., behavioral, cognitive, psychodynamic), ethical issues, the scientist/practitioner model, treatment outcome research, methodological and statistical issues in psychotherapy and treatment outcome research, and multicultural issues.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 ; PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250 ; PSYC 221  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PSYC 392 Scientific Foundations of Clinical Psychology (3)

    A study of scientific methods of research and practice in clinical psychology. Examples of topics include the scientist-practitioner model of clinical training, development and evaluation of psychometric tools, clinical research methods and statistical techniques, evaluation of psychotherapy outcomes, and other issues related to psychological interventions.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 221 , PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PSYC 394 History and Systems of Psychology (3)

    A study of psychological theory in historical context. Topics will include functionalism, behaviorism, Gestalt psychology and psychoanalysis.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250  and at least 12 additional hours in psychology.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PSYC 397 Internship Experience (3)

    This course provides the student interested in the application of psychological theories and principles an opportunity to have an applied learning experience in a pre-approved agency or organization. The learning experience will be guided by an individualized learning contract that will specify the academic and work components of the experience.
    Prerequisite(s): This class is open to junior or senior psychology majors with an overall and major GPA of 3.000. Students must have successfully completed the following courses before they are eligible to apply: PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  (or PSYC 250 PSYC 250 in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 ).   
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 404 Teaching Mentorship (3)

    The goal of a teaching mentorship is to create a dual-mentorship opportunity: the Professor provides mentorship to the student (the Teaching Mentor) on various aspects of high-quality instruction and the Teaching Mentor provides mentorship for the students in the course which they have been assigned. Repeatable up to six credits.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 . If they are mentoring for a course other than PSYC 103 , they will have to have taken the course for which they are mentoring. In addition, professors may request additional course experiences, depending upon the course to which the student is being assigned. Open only to junior and senior psychology majors with a minimum Psychology GPA of 3.000 (or permission of the instructor).
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PSYC 410 Special Topics II (1-4)

    An examination in depth of an area of current theoretical or research interest. Choice of topic will depend upon the interests of students and instructor.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 ; PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  (or PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 ); declared psychology major or instructor permission for non-majors
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PSYC 413 Conditioning and Learning: Advanced Topics (3)

    This course provides students with exposure to advanced topics in the area of conditioning and learning. Focus will be on readings from the primary literature covering topics in greater depth and breadth than those introduced in the associated lower-level course. Sample topics include choice, self-control, creativity, aversive control, and reinforcement mechanisms. These topics may vary by semester and instructor.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  (or PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 ), PSYC 213  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PSYC 422 Personality Psychology: Advanced Topics (3)

    This course provides students with exposure to advanced topics in personality psychology. Focus will be on readings from the primary research literature. Sample topics include trait models, the biological roots of personality, personality stability and change, and personality, psychopathology, and health. These topics may vary by semester and instructor.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  (or PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 ), PSYC 222  
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PSYC 423 Social Psychology: Advanced Topics (3)

    This course provides students with exposure to advanced topics in the area of social psychology. Focus will be on readings from the primary literature covering topics in greater depth and breadth than those introduced in the associated lower-level courses. Sample topics include the social self, aggression, attraction, social beliefs and judgments, conformity, and conflict and peacekeeping. These topics may vary by semester and instructor.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  (or PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 ), PSYC 223  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PSYC 435 Advanced Topics in Positive Psychology (3)

    This course will cover topics in positive psychology in greater depth and breadth than what is addressed in the lower-level course.  Emphasis will be placed on the topic of mindfulness, along with cognitive and socio-emotional factors that contribute to health and well-being. Examples of such topics include: sense of coherence, non-attachment, compassion, and self-forgiveness.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  (or equivalent), PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250 , and PSYC 335  or permission of instructor

     

         
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PSYC 446 Special Topics in Neuroscience (3)

    A special topics course designed to supplement course offerings in neuroscience.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • PSYC 447 Seminar in Neuroscience (3)

    A seminar course exposing students to cutting-edge neuroscience research. Research seminars by neuroscientists will be combined with the reading and discussion of primary literature. Students will learn to effectively write about and present their own ongoing research projects. This course serves as a capstone experience for students pursuing a minor in neuroscience.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 351 /PSYC 351 /BIOL 352 /PSYC 352  
    Co-requisite(s): BIOL 448 /PSYC 448  or permission of the instructor. Students engaged in independent research or a bachelor’s essay will be given priority for enrollment.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PSYC 448 Bachelor’s Essay in Neuroscience (6)

    A year-long senior research project conducted under the supervision of a faculty member in the neuroscience program at CofC or MUSC. Along with the faculty mentor, the student must submit a written project proposal for approval prior to course registration. This course is designed for students who are working towards a neuroscience minor.
    Prerequisite(s): BIOL 351 /PSYC 351  and BIOL 352 /PSYC 352  and permission of both the student’s major department and the neuroscience program director.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PSYC 460 Advanced Conditioning and Learning with Lab (3)

    This capstone course provides an in-depth examination of various theories and practices in the area of conditioning and learning. Additionally, students will conduct research using methods common in the field. Examples of topics covered in this course include: response acquisition, schedules of reinforcement, extinction, and response reinstatement.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211 , PSYC 220 , PSYC 213 , and junior or senior status. Students may take PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 461 Advanced Personality Psychology with Lab (3)

    This capstone course provides an in-depth examination of various theories and practices in the area of personality psychology. Additionally, students will conduct research using methods common in the field. Examples of topics covered in this course include: personality and cognition, personality traits, and personality, stress, and coping.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing; PSYC 103 ; PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 ; PSYC 222 . Students may take PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 462 Advanced Social Psychology with Lab (3)

    This capstone course provides an in-depth examination of various theories and practices in the area of social psychology. Additionally, students will conduct research using methods common in the field. Examples of topics covered in this course include: social cognition, conformity, group processes, and prejudice.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211 , PSYC 220 , PSYC 223 , and junior or senior status. Students may take PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 464 Advanced Behavioral Neuroscience with Lab (3)

    This capstone course provides an in-depth examination of various theories and practices in physiological psychology. Additionally, students will conduct research using methods common in the field. Examples of topics covered in this course include: psychopharmacology, neuroendocrinology, neuroanatomy, and animal behavior.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211 , PSYC 220 , PSYC 214 , and junior or senior status. Students may take PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 466 Advanced Sensation and Perception with Lab (3)

    This capstone course provides an in-depth examination of various theories and practices in the area of sensation and perception. Additionally, students will conduct research using methods common in the field. Examples of topics covered in this course include psychophysics and its application to the assessment of visual and tactile modalities.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211 , PSYC 220 , PSYC 216 , and junior or senior status. Students may take PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PSYC 468 Advanced Cognitive Psychology with Lab (3)

    This capstone course provides an in-depth examination of various theories and practices in the area of cognitive psychology. Additionally, students will conduct research using methods common in the field. Examples of topics covered in this course include: attention, pattern recognition, memory processes, and language comprehension.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211 , PSYC 220 , PSYC 215 , and junior or senior status. Students may take PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 469 Advanced Developmental with Lab (3)

    This capstone provides an in-depth examination of various theories and practices in the area of developmental psychology. Additionally, students will conduct research using methods common in the field. Examples of topics covered in this course include: Theory of mind and executive function development, social/moral development, effectiveness of learning tools, parenting outcomes and interventions.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103 , PSYC 211 , PSYC 220 , PSYC 224 , and junior or senior status. Students may take PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 497 Tutorial (1-3)

    This course affords students the opportunity to explore and learn about a particular area of study in psychology by engaging in an extensive literature review. Along with the time students spend reading primary source materials, they are also expected to meet regularly with their research supervisor.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing, plus permission of the tutor and the department chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PSYC 498 Independent Study (1-3)

    This course affords students the opportunity to obtain empirical skills and research experience in a supportive academic environment. Students will have the opportunity to read primary literature in the field, learn about skills and techniques used by researchers in the field, and learn about how the data collected in a study are analyzed and disseminated.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250 . Open to junior and senior psychology majors with the permission of a faculty member as supervisor and of the department chair. Formal written application stating the nature of the project and presenting evidence of sufficient background knowledge for the enterprise must be submitted prior to registration. Open only to students having a GPA of at least 3.000 in psychology courses.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 9 credit hours.
    Note: No more than six credit hours in independent study may be applied toward the major.
  

  • PSYC 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    This course affords students the opportunity to execute a yearlong intensive, empirical research project in a supportive academic environment. Students will have the opportunity to: read primary literature in the field, learn about skills and techniques used by researchers in the field, work with their mentor to develop a suitable research experience, be involved in data analysis, and produce a written dissemination of the project. Along with the time students spend conducting research, they are also expected to meet regularly with their research supervisor.
    Prerequisite(s): Open to psychology majors with an overall GPA of at least 3.400; PSYC 211  and PSYC 220  or PSYC 250 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Public Health
  

  • PBHL 215 Introduction to Public Health (3)

    This course is designed to introduce the basic tenets, applications, and foci of public health, including integrating public health with other health professions. It will provide a history of public health, an overview of the core disciplines, current events and issues in the field.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: HEAL 215  
  

  • PBHL 230 Global Health (3)

    This course provides an overview of the determinants that impact health outcomes around the globe. Special attention will be given to continents economically disadvantaged and currently suffering from major pandemics such as HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria, and other emerging and re-emerging diseases.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: HEAL 230  
  

  • PBHL 336 Health Communication (3)

    This course will explore a broad overview of health communication research, theory, and practice, examining influences of communication on delivery of care and promotion of health, and covering multiple levels, channels, media, and communication technologies. It will address concepts and issues that have emerged in health communication scholarship.
    Prerequisite(s): COMM 104  or COMM 280 ; COMM 214  or COMM 215 ; or department chair permission.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: with certain sections of COMM 336  that cover health communication.
  

  • PBHL 350 Epidemiology (3)

    This course introduces the basic concepts of epidemiology and biostatistics as applied to public health problems. Emphasis is placed on the principles and methods of epidemiologic investigation, appropriate summaries and displays of data, and the use of classical statistical approaches to describe the health of populations.
    Prerequisite(s): HEAL 215  or PBHL 215  
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: HEAL 350  
  

  • PBHL 405 Independent Study in Public Health (1-3)

    Research in a specified public health area in consultation with a faculty member who will guide the work and determine the hours of credit. Open to junior and senior public health majors with permission of the instructor and the program director. Students may receive no more than six credit hours for this course.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PBHL 495 Internship in Public Health (1-3)

    This course provides students with practical experience working with public health organizations. Course may be taken more than once, but no more than three credit hours may be earned toward the major.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior Public Health majors and a 2.500 GPA in public health.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.

Real Estate
  

  • REAL 310 Principles of Real Estate (3)

    A basic course designed to cover the legal, financial, economic and marketing concepts related to real estate. Topics include property rights (contracts, deeds, mortgages, leases, liens); property ownership (titles, closing of settlement, insurance, taxes); financing (interest rates and mortgage types); brokerage; and property evaluation.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • REAL 360 Special Topics in Real Estate (1-3)

    An in-depth treatment of a current area of special concern or interest within the field of real estate.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: May be repeated for credit when course content varies.
  

  • REAL 376 Real Estate Market Analysis (3)

    A study of real estate markets introducing a comprehensive approach to market analysis for commercial and residential projects. At the micro-level, this approach accommodates feasibility studies, site selection proposals, as well as highest and best use analysis. At the macro-level, skills are introduced to forecast market direction in real estate.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, ACCT 203 , ACCT 204 , ECON 200 , ECON 201 , MATH 104  or MATH 250 , and REAL 310  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • REAL 380 Real Estate Investment Analysis (3)

    This course presents the fundamental concepts of real estate investment analysis. This course will provide a framework for making real estate investment decisions. Background topics include the legal foundation for real estate ownership, lease agreements and alternative ownership structures. The course will focus on the development of a financial decision-making model that will incorporate cash flow forecasting and risk analysis.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; ACCT 203 , ACCT 204 , FINC 303 , ECON 200 , ECON 201 , MATH 104  or MATH 250 , and REAL 310 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • REAL 390 Real Estate Valuation Analysis (3)

    This course focuses on the theory and practice of property valuation. Students are introducted to the fundamental valuation concepts and will gain experience by completing a real estate valuation of an income-producing property. Students will employ various real estate software and databases to complete their valuation.
    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 203 , ACCT 204 , ECON 200 , ECON 201 , MATH 104  or MATH 250 , DSCI 320 , FINC 303 , and REAL 310  or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency:
  

  • REAL 410 Real Estate Finance (3)

    This course presents the fundamental concepts of real estate finance. The course provides a framework for understanding the flow of funds into the various real estate markets and how lenders assess risks and price their loans. The course will provide students with practical knowledge to make more informed career choices and an understanding of the institutions and instruments used to finance residential and commercial real estate.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; ACCT 203 , ACCT 204 , FINC 303 , REAL 310 , ECON 200 , ECON 201 , and MATH 104  or MATH 250 ; or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • REAL 420 Real Estate Independent Study (1-3)

    The student will select a reading or research project in consultation with a faculty member, who will guide the work and determine the hours of credit to be allowed
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; permission of instructor and chair.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 3 credit hours.
  

  • REAL 444 Real Estate Internship (3)

    A supplemental source of learning and enhancement to the student’s academic program and career objectives through experiential education engaging the student in a unique three-way partnership between an approved agency and the school. The learning experience will be guided by a learning contract outlining specific work and academic components.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; declared major or minor in the School of Business. See School of Business coordinator for more details.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • REAL 490 Real Estate Feasibility Analysis (3)

    This capstone course provides an opportunity for students to synthesize the knowledge gained in their previous core business (Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Management, and Operations Management) and real estate coursework to ascertain the feasibility of a potential real estate development or redevelopment project.
    Prerequisite(s): DSCI 304 , REAL 310 , REAL 376 , REAL 390  
    Co-requisite(s) or Prerequisite(s): REAL 410  
    Course Frequency:
  

  • REAL 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    A year-long research and writing project completed under close supervision of a real estate faculty member. Faculty tutor will help in both the design and supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the department prior to registration for the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and department approval.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Religious Studies
  

  • RELS 101 Approaches to Religion (3)

    This course will introduce religious studies through a particular theme, such as holy people, the body, or death and the afterlife. Both religious phenomena and theories of interpretation will be covered.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • RELS 103 Death and the Afterlife (3)

    This course will survey how multiple religious traditions, both eastern and western, understand death and the afterlife. Topics include the ritual treatment of the body, beliefs about the soul or consciousness, varying conceptions of survival after death (including reincarnation, resurrection, and divine judgment), the geography of the afterlife and experiential accounts of the afterlife. The course may explore mediumship and shamanic experience, past life memory, near death experience, and the paranormal.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: This course could be offered in either the fall or spring semesters depending on faculty availability, and it will be offered at least once every academic year.
  

  • RELS 105 Introduction to World Religions (3)

    An introductory survey of the major religions of mankind, beginning with a treatment of tribal religions and including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • RELS 115 Religion and Society (3)

    A study of the social and political dimensions of religion, including the role of religion in the framework of culture and history.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • RELS 120 Religion, Art, and Culture (3)

    This course will introduce students to the aesthetic, cultural, and symbolic aspects of religion. In the context of comparative religious studies, topics may include the following: the visual arts, music, architecture, ritual performance, oral traditions, theatre, dance, literature, film, popular iconography or mass media.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • RELS 185 Women and Religion (3)

    An examination of the images and roles of women within various religious traditions, along with a consideration of their impact on social attitudes and structures. The course will include such topics as the nature of the goddess, priestess, saint, witch, holy virgin and martyr.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • RELS 201 The Hebrew Bible: History and Interpretation (3)

    An introductory study of the Hebrew Bible, or Old Testament, which considers the development of biblical literature in the context of ancient Near Eastern culture and history. Topics covered may include the telling of creation, the roots of monotheism, the interpretation of misfortune, prophecy and prophets, kingship and exile, the formation of the Hebrew canon and critical methods of scriptural study.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • RELS 202 The New Testament: History and Interpretation (3)

    An introductory study of the New Testament. Readings from primary and secondary sources will concern the historical, social, religious and literary backgrounds of gospels, letters and the Apocalypse. Other topics covered may include the earliest Christian communities, the career of Paul, religious influences and the Greco-Roman world, women in the early churches, the formation of the Christian canon and critical methods of scriptural study.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • RELS 205 Sacred Texts of the East (3)

    An introductory study of sacred texts in one or more Eastern religions (Hinduism, Buddhism Taoism, Confucianism, Sikhism, Jainism, Shinto).
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • RELS 210 Theories in the Study of Religions (3)

    As a theoretical introduction to the academic study of religion, this course surveys a number of important debates in the history of religious studies, such as the insider/outsider problem, definitions of religion, theories on the origins of religion, the comparison of religions, and religion’s psychological, sociological and political functions.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • RELS 215 Religion and Globalization (3)

    This course examines how religion shapes and is shaped by important issues and processes of globalization, including international trade, tourism, global conflict, environmental factors, migration patterns, colonialism, cosmopolitanism, and neo-liberalism. Although the instructor may focus on particular geographical areas or historical periods, student will be free to examine relevant topics of their own choosing.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • RELS 220 Comparative Religious Ethics (3)

    An examination of the nature of ethical doctrines within different religions, including the manner in which a particular religious ethics is grounded in text, culture and tradition.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • RELS 223 Religions of the Ancient Near East (3)

    This course examines the religious beliefs and practices of peoples of the ancient Near East (Egyptians, Babylonians, Assyrians, Canaanites, Israelites, etc.). Topics include: the cosmos and the gods, kingship, the problem of suffering, the development of monotheism, death and afterlife, religion in everyday life, and magic and divination.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • RELS 225 The Jewish Tradition (3)

    A multidisciplinary introduction to the history, beliefs, practices, and institutions of the Jewish tradition, from its biblical foundations to the modern state of Israel.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Cross-listing: JWST 200  
  

  • RELS 230 The Christian Tradition (3)

    An examination of the Christian religious tradition from the perspective of history and practice. Attention will be given to the development of some of its religious ideas.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • RELS 235 The Islamic Tradition (3)

    An examination of Islamic beliefs and practices, covering Muhammad’s life, Islamic social and religious institutions, and the Sunni, Shi’ite, and Sufi traditions.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • RELS 240 The Buddhist Tradition (3)

    An examination of the early beliefs, practices, and doctrines of Buddhism, the formation of monastic communities, and the historical development of both Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism. Exemplary texts from the Buddhist tradition, religious symbolism and art, soteriological theory and social context will also be discussed.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • RELS 245 The Hindu Tradition (3)

    An examination of Hindu religious beliefs and practices in their Indian context, with emphasis on primary texts, doctrines, rituals and the arts. Attention will be given to the change and development of Hindu religious ideas. The influences of Islam, Jainism and Buddhism will also be explored.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • RELS 247 The Daoist Tradition (3)

    Daoism is a living religion with roots in ancient China that is counted as one of the major religions of the world today. This course surveys the history of Daoism and includes the study of Daoist scriptures, communities, rituals, gender roles, and sacred sites. Also considered will be the impact of Daoism, both past and present, on Chinese medicine, martial arts, the environment, politics, and popular culture.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: The Daoist tradition will be offered at least once every other year
  

  • RELS 248 Religious Traditions of China and Japan (3)

    An examination of the religious traditions of China and Japan with special emphasis on the classical periods. Topics will include folk religion, ritual and festival, arts and sacred architecture. The primary focus will be on Confucianism, Taoism, Chinese Buddhism, Shinto and the various schools of Zen.
    Course Frequency: Spring
 

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