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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog (as of 03-10-17) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Political Science

Note: Courses listed under Politics, Philosophy, and Law also count for Political Science credit.
  

  • POLI 405 Capstone Seminar (3)

    The Capstone Seminar provides political science majors with a culminating and integrative experience eat the end of their major coursework. The seminar, required of all majors, provides students with the opportunity to do research and develop a critical analysis utilizing the key concepts and methodologies across the subfields of the discipline. A variety of topics will be offered each year.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the chair person required for enrollment. Students must have successfully completed POLI 205  before enrollment. Students will normally have completed at least 27 semester hours in political science at the time of enrollment.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • POLI 499 Bachelor’s Essay (6)

    The Bachelor’s Essay is a year-long research and writing project done during the senior year under the close supervision of a tutor from the department. The student must take the initiative in seeking a tutor to help in both the design and the supervision of the project. A project proposal must be submitted in writing and approved by the department prior to registration for the course.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Politics, Philosophy, and Law
  

  • PPLW 400 Seminar in Politics, Philosophy, and Law (3)

    An intensive research seminar on a particular topic in politics, philosophy, and law.
    Prerequisite(s): Declared Philosophy or Political Science major; instructor permission.
    Course Frequency: Fall
    Note: Those who have declared enrollment in the Politics, Philosophy, and Law concentration will be given priority in registration.

Portuguese
  

  • PORT 101 Elementary Portuguese (3)

    Introduces the fundamental structure of Portuguese with emphasis on acquisition of the basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PORT 101C Elementary Portuguese Conversation Supplement (1)

    A one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in Portuguese utilizing vocabulary and grammatical structure presented in the corresponding basic course.
    Co-requisite(s): PORT 101 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student is currently enrolled or in conjunction with the corresponding intensive Language course (150). Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement not may it count towards the major.
  

  • PORT 102 Elementary Portuguese (3)

    Introduces the fundamental structure of Portuguese with emphasis on acquisition of the basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
    Prerequisite(s): PORT 101 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PORT 102C Elementary Portuguese Conversation Supplement (1)

    A one-hour weekly session for intensive listening-speaking practice in Portuguese utilizing vocabulary and grammatical structure presented in the corresponding basic course.
    Co-requisite(s): PORT 102 
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student is currently enrolled or in conjunction with the corresponding intensive Language course (150). Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement not may it count towards the major.
  

  • PORT 201 Intermediate Portuguese (3)

    Develops a basic proficiency in Portuguese and familiarity with its culture through practice in the use of the basic language skills and acquisition of vocabulary.
    Prerequisite(s): PORT 102 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PORT 201C Intermediate Portuguese Conversation Supplement (1)

    Optional one-hour weekly sessions for intensive listening-speaking practice in Portuguese utilizing vocabulary and grammatical structure presented in the corresponding basic course.
    Co-requisite(s): PORT 201 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student is currently enrolled or in conjunction with the corresponding intensive Language course (150). Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement not may it count towards the major.
  

  • PORT 202 Intermediate Portuguese (3)

    Develops a basic proficiency in Portuguese and familiarity with its culture through practice in the use of the basic language skills and acquisition of vocabulary.
    Prerequisite(s): PORT 201 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PORT 202C Intermediate Portuguese Conversation Supplement (1)

    Optional one-hour weekly sessions for intensive listening-speaking practice in Portuguese utilizing vocabulary and grammatical structure presented in the corresponding basic course.
    Co-requisite(s): PORT 202 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student is currently enrolled or in conjunction with the corresponding intensive Language course (150). Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement not may it count towards the major.
  

  • PORT 291 Portuguese for Spanish Speakers (3)

    This course introduces the fundamental structures of Portuguese, emphasizing writing and pronunciation while contrasting and comparing Spanish to Portuguese. Students will develop reading comprehension abilities in order to become independent readers while learning relevant cultural aspects of the Portuguese-speaking world.
    Prerequisite(s): Spanish native speakers, Spanish majors or minors (or completed 15 or more hours in college-level Spanish) or consent of instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PORT 291C Portuguese for Spanish Speakers Conversation Supplement (1)

    Optional one-hour weekly sessions for intensive listening-speaking practice in Portuguese utilizing vocabulary and grammatical structure presented in PORT 291 .
    Co-requisite(s): PORT 291 .
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: A “C” course may be taken only in conjunction with the basic sequence course in which the student is currently enrolled. Credit may not be applied to fulfill the language requirement.
  

  • PORT 313 Advanced Portuguese Composition (3)

    Intensive language practice. Emphasis on the development of writing skills, focusing on comparison and contrast, expository writing, and argumentation. Reading selections and class activities will focus on developing grammar, vocabulary, and the use of idiomatic expressions.
    Prerequisite(s): PORT 202  or PORT 314  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PORT 314 Advanced Portuguese Conversation (3)

    Emphasis on the improvement of pronunciation and conversation skills, while developing vocabulary and reviewing grammar. Conversation topics will include a wide range of situations, themes and readings.
    Prerequisite(s): PORT 202  or PORT 313  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PORT 330 Collateral Studies (1-3)

    Individually supervised course of reading in Portuguese and in the subject area or a concurrent course offered by another department. The nature and extent of readings will be determined in consultation among student, instructor of the primary subject matter course, and the language instructor who will supervise and evaluate the student’s linguistic performance. A collateral study course may be repeated to a maximum of six credit hours in conjunction with other primary courses.
    Prerequisite(s): PORT 202  or placement or permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.
  

  • PORT 390 Special Topics in Portuguese (3)

    Intensive study of a particular subject of theme on Portuguese language, linguistics, literature, or culture (specific topics will be listed in the Schedule of Courses when offered). May be repeated under a different topic.
    Prerequisite(s): PORT 202  and/or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 12 credit hours.
  

  • PORT 498 Independent Studies (1-3)

    Research on a topic - to be defined by the individual student in consultation with the instructor in the department who will guide the work and determine the credit hours to be assigned.
    Prerequisite(s): PORT 202  or placement or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Portuguese Literature in Translation
  

  • LTPO 150 Portuguese Literature in (English) Translation (3)

    Study of selected works from a number of literatures that offer different perspectives on the world and humankind.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • LTPO 250 Portuguese Literature in (English) Translation: A Foreign Literature (3)

    Study of selected works, representing major literary periods and genres, which illuminate Brazilian and Portuguese culture.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • LTPO 270 Studies in Brazilian Film (3)

    Study of Brazilian Cinema with rotating topics such as Cinema Novo, women filmmakers, and literary masterpieces adapted to the screen.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Note: Taught in English.
  

  • LTPO 280 Studies in Brazilian Civilization and Culture Through Literature (3)

    Reading and discussion of selected literary works with emphasis on their relationship to Brazilian civilization and culture. Through the readings, students will develop an awareness and understanding of how Brazil’s ethnic and social background as well as its thought and customs have contributed to the rich diversity of Brazilian civilization and culture as seen in its literature.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: Taught in English.
  

  • LTPO 328 Portuguese Language Study Abroad (3)

    Designed to develop spoken and written communication and facility in expressing ideas in Portuguese while studying in a Portuguese-speaking country.
    Prerequisite(s): PORT 202  or 250 or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Note: Local resources of the foreign country will be used.
  

  • LTPO 350 Portuguese Literature in (English) Translation: a Foreign Author (3)

    Study of selected works by a Brazilian author whose influence is felt in the world at large.
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • LTPO 450 Portuguese Literature in (English) Translation: Comparative Literature (3)

    A study of selected works by major authors representing different cultures with emphasis on common themes as viewed from the perspectives of these writers.
    Course Frequency: Occasional

Professional Studies
  

  • PRST 220 Introduction to Analytical and Critical Reasoning (3)

    An examination of components of good arguments, different types of arguments, common ways that arguments can go wrong, and techniques for criticizing and constructing arguments. Basic reasoning skills necessary for recognizing and analyzing argumentation will be developed.
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Bachelor of Professional Studies program.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PRST 230 Professional Presentations (3)

    Professional Presentations is designed to provide Bachelor of Professional Studies students with experiences in business and sales presentations, as well as best practices techniques designing PowerPoint presentations. Students will be presenting individually and in groups and the assignments will offer a forum to further advance professional presentation skills in business and other applicants.
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Bachelor of Professional Studies program.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PRST 300 Ethics of 21st Century Living (4)

    This seminar serves as a common entry point for all students. Using a liberal arts approach to inquiry, students will examine ethical problems in modern life and generate ideas for solutions to ethical problems in a variety of social and occupational contexts including business, medicine, science, government, family life, and the law. Through close reading, critical analysis, writing and speaking assignments related to ethical theory and modern ethical problems, students will assess their readiness for college-level work, assess their existing level on the five critical skill competencies (seeking supplemental instruction when required), plan a program of study, and begin their e-portfolio.
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Bachelor of Professional Studies program.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PRST 301 Science, Technology, and Society (4)

    This seminar examines how advances in science and technology affect society. Students will assess the roles and responsibilities of citizens, business leaders, and government policy makers in assessing developments in science and technology. Students will analyze emerging technologies and their impact on society.
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Bachelor of Professional Studies program.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PRST 302 Diversity in the Workplace (4)

    This seminar analyzes individual, societal and organizational dynamics related to 21st century workplace diversity. This includes issues of workplace discrimination and access. Students will understand and recognize the importance of issues of diversity in the 21st century; demonstrate understanding of differing axes of diversity (racial, ethnic, religious, gender); and analyze complex individual/societal/global workforce issues.
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Bachelor of Professional Studies program.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PRST 303 Understanding Global Issues (4)

    This seminar addresses global issues. Students will be trained to analyze phenomena such as economic development, population dynamics, resource distribution, and key environmental and societal challenges that confront the global community. Through this seminar, students will develop spatial and critical thinking skills that will inform their ability to evaluate conflicting perspectives and analyze complex global problems and communicate that information orally and in writing.
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Bachelor of Professional Studies program.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PRST 360 Special Topics (1-3)

    This course allows students to undertake an in-depth treatment of a current area of special concern within one of the areas of concentration in the BPS. Specific number of credit hours will be determined by the instructor.
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Bachelor of Professional Studies program, junior standing, permission of the dean
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 3 credit hours.
  

  • PRST 400 Capstone Seminar (4)

    This culminating seminar, employing a problem-based learning pedagogy, emphasizes analysis, demonstration of knowledge, and critical competency application through a special project in the current workplace or a supervised internship in a desired field of employment. This is both an experiential and academic course.
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Bachelor of Professional Studies program, permission of the instructor
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PRST 420 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. A maximum of six credit hours of independent study courses may be applied toward to the professional studies major.
    Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Bachelor of Professional Studies program, junior standing, permission of the dean
    Course Frequency: Occasional
    Repeatable: For up to 6 credit hours.

Project Management
  

  • PMGT 301 Introduction to Project Management (3)

    This course provides a realistic, socio-technical view of project management. After completing this course, students will have an understanding of the tools and processes used to manage projects, as well as the human factor required to successfully complete a project.
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PMGT 311 Managing Scope, Schedule and Cost (3)

    This course begins the exploration of how a successful project manager manages a project’s scope, develops a schedule, and manages the costs associated with the project plan. Additional learning takes the shape of an introduction to the earned value concept that the project manager can utilize to communicate project status.
    Prerequisite(s): PMGT 301  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • PMGT 321 Estimating and Managing Risk (3)

    This course provides strategies needed to identify and combat risks found within today’s global economies. Students will be introduced to the commonly accepted language of risk management, and provided with the tools to manage and mitigate risk in the context of project management.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PMGT 331 Contracting and Negotiating in a Project (3)

    This two part course introduces the student to the procurement management process and the strategy required to negotiate successfully. By completing this course, the student will gain the needed knowledge to procure, negotiate, and administer the complexities of contractual administration of a project.
    Prerequisite(s): PMGT 301  
    Course Frequency: Occasional
  

  • PMGT 341 Controlling Quality (3)

    This course provides the student with the needed tools, techniques, and knowledge required to identify quality concerns, implement a quality management strategy, and implement a strategy for ongoing quality within the selected project.
    Course Frequency: Spring
  

  • PMGT 401 Project Management Capstone Simulation (3)

    During this course, students practice in a real-world simulation that requires the student to adapt, strategize, and utilize the project management skills learned in prior courses to ensure a successful project. At its conclusion, this course will culminate in a finished project and synthesizes all skills required of a Project Manager.
    Prerequisite(s): PMGT 301 , PMGT 311 , PMGT 321 , PMGT 331 , PMGT 341  
    Course Frequency: Occasional

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 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 five days a week for a total of six hours of instruction. It meets the statistics and research methods requirement for the Bachelor of Science degree. 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 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 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 355 Sport Psychology (3)

    The scientific study of human behavior in the context of participating in sport and how sport performance is affected by the athlete, the team and its leadership as well as by the physical and interpersonal environment in which these individuals interact.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 103  or permission of the instructor.
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
    Cross-listing: PEHD 355  
  

  • 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: Fall
  

  • 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: Spring
  
  

  • 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 , PSYC 213 , PSYC 214 , PSYC 215  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 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 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 PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 ), PSYC 223  
    Course Frequency: Fall
  

  • 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 make 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 make 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 make 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 make 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 make 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 make 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 make take PSYC 250  in lieu of PSYC 211  and PSYC 220 .
    Course Frequency: Fall and Spring
  

  • PSYC 497 Tutorial (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.
 

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