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P S 2610 - Asian Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course surveys the politics of East and Southeast Asia. It focuses on the experiences of everyday people dealing with political worlds different from our own. The readings include a mix of fictional and scholarly writing.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 3001 - Writing in Political Science (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course concentrates upon different writing traditions within political science. It requires students to apply the rhetorical knowledge gained in previous writing courses to the discipline of political science. Students will be expected to read and analyze texts in one or more of the sub-disciplines of political science as well as write effectively in one or more of the writing traditions of political science (e.g., research paper, policy analysis, briefing memo, text review). In addition to effective communication, the course emphasizes critical thinking, local to global connections, and community responsibility within the context of political science.
Prerequisites: must be majoring in political science.
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P S 3110 - Political Theory Through Sixteenth Century (3)
When Offered: Fall. Alternate even-numbered years
An examination of political theory from approximately 300 B.C. through the sixteenth century. The political philosophers studied include Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, Machiavelli, Luther, Calvin, and Jean Bodin. Emphasis is placed on historical development of political philosophy.
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P S 3115 - Research Methods (4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An introduction to the logic and techniques of social science research with computer applications, examination of the structure of scientific inquiry, methods utilized to analyze information, with emphasis placed upon the interpretation of that information. Lecture three hours, laboratory one hour.
Prerequisite: Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math.
(Same as C J 3115 .) Required of all PS and CJ majors.
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P S 3121 - International Terrorism (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course introduces the student to the characteristics of international terrorism, the causes of terrorism, and the control of terrorism. Throughout, students are presented key concepts to which they can refer for analyzing the future of international terrorism.
(Same as C J 3121 .)
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P S 3125 - Ethics of War (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course examines the morality and law of war. This includes the resort to war, the protection of non-combatants during wartime, the use of nuclear weapons, and guerrilla war and terrorism. It features works by Western and non-Western thinkers and international legal conventions.
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P S 3130 - American Political Parties and Interest Groups (3)
When Offered: Fall
A study of the organization, tactics and functions of political parties and interest groups. A comparison of goals and methods of influencing public policy ranging from the normal to the revolutionary. Campaigning techniques discussed.
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P S 3141 - The Language of Japanese Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course combines the study of Japanese politics and language. After covering the basics of the Japanese political system, the course will cover national policy making, elections, campaigns, and grass roots political participation. The course will also examine the role of rhetoric and language in political behavior.
Prerequisite: JPN 1050 .
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P S 3150 - Constitutional Law (3)
When Offered: Fall
This course is designed to introduce students to the role of the courts (particularly the U.S. Supreme Court) as instruments of change in the United States. The course will examine the powers of the judiciary and the limitations placed on the exercise of the courts’ powers. The courts and their role as interpreters of the Constitution will be seen primarily through an examination of Supreme Court decisions.
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P S 3210 - Political Theory From the Seventeenth Century to the Present (3)
When Offered: Spring. Alternate odd-numbered years
A study of political thought from the seventeenth century to the present. Political philosophers studied include Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Burke, Hegel, Bentham, Marx, and Lenin. Emphasis is placed on the development of nationalism, capitalism, communism, socialism, and fascism.
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P S 3220 - Islam and Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course examines Islam, the world’s second-largest religion and the fastest growing religion both in the United States and around the world. This class’s goals are to create greater awareness of Islam, how it is practiced, and how it affects politics worldwide. The class is structured as a broad survey of key themes, topics, issues, and countries in the Muslim world.
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P S 3230 - American Legislative Politics (3)
When Offered: Spring
An examination of the structure, functions and behavior of Congress and state legislatures, with emphasis on how composition, leadership, constituency role orientations and interest groups actively influence public policy. The legislative institutions are also viewed in relationship to larger environments and inclusive political systems.
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P S 3280 - Public Policy Analysis (3) [WID]
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
A study of the policy-making process, with special attention to the various factors that influence policy choices in the American government and an examination of the procedures for evaluating actual and alternative public policy programs.
Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent
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P S 3320 - Global Conflict and Mediation: The UN (3) [WID]
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course introduces students to the United Nations and its role in global conflict and mediation. Topics include basic facts about the United Nations institutions and functions, as well as the competing positions of various countries within the United Nations on specific issues.Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent.
Prequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 3330 - Urban Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A focus upon politics in urban areas. Topics include the problems of urban government, politics within metropolitan areas, community power structures, and decision-making structures.
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P S 3370 - Voting, Campaigns, and Elections (3) [WID]
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This class is designed to examine the procedures, political actors, and institutions that are involved in American campaigns and elections. Significant attention will be paid to the theories and explanations for why people vote and how they make decisions. The class will focus on the organizations that influence political campaigns, the role that public opinion plays in campaign strategies (and in determining the vote), and the laws under which elections are conducted. While presidential elections are the most visible, we will also focus on congressional and state and local elections, which are equally important in the political process.
Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent
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P S 3371 - Political Persuasion (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course will focus on the psychological study of political attitudes, covering topics such as attitude measurement, formation, change, and stability. Students will learn about the leading theories and empirical research concerning how various persuasive communications from the news media, elites, and other political actors shape public opinion.
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P S 3410 - Marxism (3)
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Intersections: Race, Class, and Gender”)
Explores the basic principles and features found within Marxist thought. This includes some discussions of Marx’s immediate predecessors such as Hegel and Feuerbach in post-Marxist socialist and communist literature.
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P S 3430 - North Carolina Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
The course will inform students of the institutions and the political actors in North Carolina, and the role those institutions and actors play in “politics.” Included are the NC General Assembly, the Executive Office and Cabinet Departments, and effects from and upon the NC Judiciary. The policies that come from this “arena of politics” will be a focus of study.
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P S 3431 - Civil Rights Movements and American Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Traces the principles, policies, and practices that led to the rise of civil rights movements in American society and examines how these movements shape American public policy.
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P S 3435 - Southern Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination of continuity and change in modern southern politics. This course features identity, race, electoral rules and administration, and partisan realignment in the US South.
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P S 3500 - Independent Study (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
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P S 3510 - Junior/Senior Honors Seminar (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An intensive study of a selected topic in political science. Course content will be determined by the instructor. The course will satisfy one of the area requirements for political science majors. Enrollment by invitation of the honors committee.
Course may be repeated for credit.
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P S 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing.
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P S 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
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P S 3550 - Judicial Decision-Making (3) [WID]
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
This course is designed to expose students to the theories and research that explain why judges make the decisions they make, and how these decisions interact with the other branches of the American political system. Focusing primarily on the Supreme Court, students in this course will gain an understanding of the roles that the law, politics, and ideology play in guiding decisions of the “least dangerous branch.”
Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent.
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P S 3630 - Appalachian Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination of the fundamental political problems and possibilities for the people in the Appalachian Region. The interrelationships of Appalachia with the larger American political system, political culture, and economy will also be studied.
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P S 3660 - Administrative Law (3)
When Offered: Fall
A study of the administrative powers and procedures in the United States and of the relevant experiences of some other democracies such as Britain, France with special attention to the legal and administrative methods of achieving a responsible bureaucracy and of balancing public interest with private rights.
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P S 3722 - America in the World (3)
When Offered: Spring
The course provides students with the foundation to understand the historical and contemporary practice of U.S. foreign policy and familiarizes them with patterns of continuity and change in U.S. foreign policy.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 3888 - Diversity in Justice and Public Affairs (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Critically examines race/ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability and other diversity issues within criminal justice, and public affairs. This includes perspectives analyzing human rights, biological diversity, philosophical ethics, linguistic diversity, cultural diversity, and other relevant differences.
(Same as C J 3888 .)
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P S 3900 - Fieldwork in Political Science (1-6)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Fieldwork in government, community, campaigns, elections, professional offices and agencies coupled with academic analysis of fieldwork and reflective assignments. The goal of the course is to expand the students’ understanding of interaction between theory and practice.
Graded on an S/U basis.
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P S 3910 - Art, Culture, and Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
How do the arts and popular culture motivate people to engage in politics? Film, literature, music, theatre, visual arts – many types of artistic expression play a role in politics. This course explores how citizens use the arts and popular culture to resist symbolic domination, recognize cultural differences, mobilize political supporters, and pluralize public discourse. The artists and movements studied span the political spectrum and engage in local-to-global politics. Different instructors may emphasize different art forms.
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P S 4175 - Public Opinion (3)
When Offered: Fall
An examination of attitude and opinion formation within and among publics; the role and impact of government secrecy on opinion; and a study of media as influence mechanisms.
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P S 4220 - Globalization (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course explores the dynamics of globalization and its impact across the globe. Different facets of globalization are examined as well as competing interpretations of the process.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4225 - International Security (3)
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “War and Peace”)
This course examines the diverse theoretical perspectives within international relations and security studies. The class analyzes each of these perspectives critically, to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses, and to help students formulate their own understanding and explanation of the dynamics of global politics and international security.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4230 - The Presidency and the Executive Branch (3) [WID]
When Offered: Fall
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
An examination of the central role of the American presidency in the political process. Emphasis is given to the challenges of the contemporary President and the electoral process.
Prerequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent
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P S 4320 - War and American Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
Explores the rise of America’s military power and how it has reshaped American policies, both domestically and internationally.
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P S 4370 - Political Psychology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course will explore a diverse set of topics, such as: how intergroup relations play out in politics; what impact emotion has in formulating (rational) policy preferences; and whether relatively stable characteristics such as authoritarianism and social dominance orientation alter how actors think and behave in the political world. The goal of the course is to encourage students to think critically about the material and to gain an appreciation for interdisciplinary research.
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P S 4509 - Honors Thesis Preparation (1)
When Offered: On Demand
Preparation for the honors thesis.
Graded on an S/U basis.
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P S 4510 - Senior Honors Thesis (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An opportunity for undergraduates to perform independent research on a topic of their choosing, with the approval of the honors committee. Work will be supervised by a member of the political science faculty. Feedback will be provided as the honors thesis develops. Enrollment is limited to qualified political science majors.
Prerequisite or corequisite: P S 4509 .
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P S 4530-4549 - Selected Topics in Political Science (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
An intensive examination of selected topics.
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P S 4550 - Civil Rights and Liberties (3)
When Offered: Spring
An examination of the principles and concepts underlying civil rights and liberties in the United States. Features an assessment of U.S. Supreme Court cases and the legal reasoning behind the decisions, balancing the rights of individuals and government interests.
(Same as C J 4550 .)
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P S 4635 - Politics of Sport (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination of the institutional and social intersections of sports and politics, including economics, race, gender, sexuality, regulation, scandal, and society’s obligation to its athletes.
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P S 4640 - Studies in Regional Political Patterns (1-3)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination of selected regions of the world which have common historical and cultural patterns influencing their political styles and capabilities. Topics may vary from semester to semester.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with PS 5640.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4661 - Court Administration (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course is designed to familiarize students with the need for, and approaches to, more effective management of federal and state courts. Topics include court reform, court unification, caseload management, alternative dispute resolution, personnel management and training, and audio-visual applications in the courts, among others. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor.
(Same as C J 4661 .) [Dual-listed with PS 5661/CJ 5661.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4670 - Environmental Politics (3)
When Offered: Spring
This course will examine the role that politics and government play in dealing with environmental issues. Its focus is primarily on the U.S. approach to environmental protection, but some attention will be devoted to international environmental relationships such as the Kyoto Protocol. The course will cover the history of environmental policy, the legal and institutional arrangements for environmental protection, major environmental policy actors, current environmental controversies, and global environmental concerns.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4675 - Politics of Climate Change (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course introduces students to different perspectives and political debates surrounding climate change. It examines the institutions and political developments aimed at addressing climate change at international, national, and local scales, and reviews different discourses and policy approaches for climate change mitigation and adaptation.
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P S 4680 - Organized Crime (3)
When Offered: Fall. Alternate years
This course will provide an examination and analysis of views on the phenomena of organized crime and efforts to control it. Attention will be paid to criminal organizations in the United States, their beginnings in other cultural and ethnic backgrounds and their relations with criminal organizations around the world. In today’s world, criminal organizations in other countries and their activities have a major impact on crime in the United States. Therefore, a comparative approach to the subject must be used.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor.
(Same as C J 4680 .) [Dual-listed with PS 5680/CJ 5680.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4710 - American Political Thought (3)
When Offered: On Demand
A survey of the diverse political ideas represented in the American state from the colonial period to the present. Special emphasis is given to the political problems that emerge with the process of industrialzation and the movement into a postindustrial economy.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with PS 5710.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4721 - Human Rights (3)
When Offered: On Demand
The course surveys the major literature in the field of international human rights. It investigates the questions of ethics, morality and the practice of human rights globally and attempts to address why the issue of international human rights has come to the fore in international politics.
[Dual-listed with PS 5721.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4723 - International Political Economy (3) [WID]
When Offered: On Demand
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
An examination of the relationship between political and economic activity, the way actors use one to manipulate the other, and the normative choices involved in doing so.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. R C 2001 or its equivalent
[Dual-listed with PS 5723.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4741 - European Governments and Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
This course provides an overview of the political development of Europe since World War II. We will compare the enduring features of West European politics, such as parliamentary democracy and the welfare state, with the dramatic changes in Eastern Europe, from the Communist seizure of power to the collapse of Communism. We will also explore the common challenges facing Europe today, such as regional integration and the rise of nationalism.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with PS 5741.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4742 - Politics of Developing Nations (3)
When Offered: Fall. Alternate years
Focuses on the efforts of a majority of the world’s governments to meet the twin challenges of participatory politics and of the Global market economy.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with PS 5742.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4743 - The European Union (3)
When Offered: On Demand
The emergence of the European Union is one of the major events in European history. The course explores the genesis and evolution of the idea of European integration and chronicles its organizational development in the post WWII era. Emphasis is placed on the politics of integration and the emergence of the Union as a major participant in world events.
[Dual-listed with PS 5743.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4744 - Middle East Politics (3)
When Offered: Spring
An examination of the political, cultural, economic and social patterns of the Middle East.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with PS 5744.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4745 - African Politics (3)
When Offered: On Demand
The course begins with the historical context of African politics. Then, it explores the problems of governance following independence and discusses the contemporary debate between two contending schools of thought in African politics and development: Afro-optimism and Afro-pessimism. It examines Africa’s relations with developing and developed countries as well.
[Dual-listed with PS 5745.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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P S 4748 - Latin American Politics (3) [WID]
When Offered: Spring. Alternate years
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
Examines Latin American politics in detail covering historical context, political actors, and current issues in Latin America.
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing, or permission of the instructor. R C 2001 or its equivalent
[Dual-listed with PS 5748.] Dual listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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P S 4800 - Political Science Capstone (1) [CAP]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
The purpose of the course is to provide students with an opportunity to synthesize their knowledge and experiences obtained as a political science major. Over the course of the semester, successful students will develop ways to showcase and highlight their education and achievements.
Prerequisite: Any Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID) course in political science; must be majoring in political science.
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P S 4900 - Internship in Public Affairs (3-12) [CAP]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Capstone Experience
Field work in government, community, professional offices and agencies and involvement in problem solving in these offices and agencies.
Graded on an S/U basis..
Prerequisite: senior standing (or 90 semester hours of coursework)
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POR 1010 - Beginning Portuguese I (3)
When Offered: Fall
Introduction to basic skills necessary for understanding, speaking, reading and writing Portuguese, with emphasis on the use of functional, communicative language. Open to students with no previous experience in Portuguese.
Laboratory work required. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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POR 1020 - Beginning Portuguese II (3)
When Offered: Spring
Continuation of skills development in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Portuguese with emphasis on the use of functional, communicative language.
Prerequisite: POR 1010 or consent of the instructor.
Laboratory work required. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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POR 1040 - Intermediate Portuguese I (3)
When Offered: Fall
Focus on various aspects of culture, society, literature, traditions, and daily preoccupations through continued development of communicative language skills. Reinforcement, expansion and synthesis of concepts of language and culture through contact with authentic materials.
Prerequisite: POR 1020 or consent of the instructor.
Laboratory work required. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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POR 1050 - Intermediate Portuguese II (3)
When Offered: Spring
GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
A continuation of POR 1040 . Focus on various aspects of culture, society, literature, traditions, and daily preoccupations with continued development of communicative language skills. Reinforcement, expansion, and synthesis of concepts of language and culture through contact with authentic materials.
Prerequisite: POR 1040 or the equivalent.
Laboratory work required. (Global Learning Opportunity course)
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POR 2530-2549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring. On Demand
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PSY 1200 - Psychological Foundations (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Liberal Studies Experience
This course will focus on the biological and cognitive foundations of individual behavior, as well as the individual in the social context. Research on psychological phenomena will be reviewed to demonstrate the logic of the scientific method, to foster critical thinking, to identify potential shortcomings in interpretations of behavior (e.g., claims presented in the popular media), and to describe linkages to everyday experiences (e.g., aesthetic and perceptual judgments, improved studying, friendship and attraction, and development of political attitudes). Students will have the opportunity to learn how to use empirical data to draw sound conclusions about behavior. Finally, connections to other thematic areas of scholarly inquiry within other disciplines will be presented.
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PSY 1530-1549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination of one or more topics drawn from or related to an area of psychology. Topics vary from year to year depending on and guided by the interests of faculty and students.
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PSY 2100 - Psychology of Parenting (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Social Relations Across Contexts”)
The study of social, multi-cultural, cognitive, and behavioral principles in psychology as applied to the theory and practice of parenting.
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PSY 2200 - Careers in Psychology (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An overview of the various career options in the field of psychology and the educational and training experiences required to pursue these options.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 2210 - Psychology of Human Growth and Development (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
The study of research and theory of human physical, cognitive, social and emotional development from conception through maturity. Topics include descriptions of typical human development and application of the principles of developmental psychology.
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PSY 2211 - Psychology of Personality (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Basic principles of personality structure, dynamics, development, assessment, and theory are discussed. Consideration is given to environmental and biological determinants of personality. Students who have previously received credit for PSY 3211 may not enroll in or receive credit for PSY 2211.
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PSY 2212 - Abnormal Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An overview of the major forms of psychological disorders in children and adults. Emphasis is placed on theory and research related to the classification, description, etiology, and treatment of maladaptive behaviors and psychological disorders. Students who have previously received credit for PSY 3212 may not enroll in or receive credit for PSY 2212.
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PSY 2213 - Survey of Social Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Social Science Designation; Integrative Learning Experience (Theme: “Social Relations Across Contexts”)
An overview of the basic principles of social psychology. A survey of the research findings and how they may be applied to real world situations. Students who have previously received credit for PSY 3213 may not enroll in or receive credit for PSY 2213.
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PSY 2305 - Psychology of Gender (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination of selected psychological theories and research of the effects of gender. Emphasis is placed on the cognitive, biological and sociocultural explanations of gender similarities and differences.
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PSY 2500 - Independent Study (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 2530-2549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
An examination one or more topics drawn from and related to a particular area of psychology. Topics vary from year to year depending upon interests of students and faculty.
May be repeated for credit when content does not duplicate.
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PSY 2700 - Behavior Change (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An introduction to behavior change principles and procedures employed in the helping professions. Instructional and practical experiences focus on the acquisition of communication and problem-solving skills used to manage problem behaviors. Students who have previously received credit for PSY 4700 may not enroll in or receive credit for PSY 2700.
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PSY 3000 - Educational Psychology (3)
When Offered: On Demand
An overview of the development of the student and an analysis of the principles of classroom learning. Applicable theories of child and adolescent development and major concepts, theories, and research in the acquisition of knowledge and interpersonal social skills are emphasized. Special attention is given to the educational application of these principles.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3010 - Psychology Applied to Teaching (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Liberal Studies Experience
This course provides an overview of the development of the student and an analysis of the principles of classroom learning, classroom management, and behavioral guidance. Research-based theories of child and adolescent development and major concepts, theories, and research in the acquisition of knowledge and interpersonal social skills and in the guidance and management of student behavior in the classroom are examined and critiqued. The course introduces students to research and theory on group and individual differences; various types of diversity, including characteristics of students with disabilities and students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; and foundational concepts and principles of educational assessment and accountability, including the Response to Intervention model. Applications and implications for teaching and learning are emphasized. PSY 3010 may be taken prior to or after admission to teacher education.
Prerequisite or corequisite: C I 2300 .
Forty (40) hours of field experiences are required.
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PSY 3100 - Research Methods in Psychology (4) [WID]
When Offered: Fall; Spring
GEN ED: Junior Writing in the Discipline (WID)
Basic research/design concepts such as variables, confounding, causation, levels of measurement, observational research strategies, experimental design and control procedures, and use of descriptive, correlational and inferential statistics will be introduced. Students will have the opportunity to develop competence in conducting literature reviews, report writing in APA style, data collection and analysis. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 , and STT 2810 or STT 2820 (with a grade of “C” (2.0) or higher in STT 2810 or STT 2820 ). Demonstrated Readiness for College-level Math. Prerequisite or corequisite: R C 2001 or its equivalent.
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PSY 3207 - Organizational Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of organizational psychology based on classical and contemporary research. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of principles to problems at the micro (individual, interpersonal, and group) and macro (environmental) levels.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3210 - Child and Adolescent Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An in-depth consideration of contemporary and classic issues and topics from child and adolescent psychology. Emphasis will be on evaluating theory and research, encouraging both understanding and critical thinking about the literature in developmental psychology.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3211 - Personality and Individual Differences (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An in-depth examination of the principles underlying personality psychology, including genetic and environmental influences in personality development. Emphases will be on understanding the measurement of dimensions of personality and the methods used in personality psychology research by focusing on the current empirical literature.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3212 - Psychopathology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An in-depth review of the major forms of psychopathological conditions across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on theory, research, and original empirical readings related to the classification, description, etiology, and treatment of maladaptive behaviors and psychological disorders.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3213 - Social Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An intensive investigation of core principles in social psychology with thoughtful consideration of basic and applied research in the area as well as application to real world issues. Course will involve empirical readings related to major topical areas in the field.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3214 - Principles of Learning (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of the basic principles, mechanisms, and theories of learned behaviors. Emphasis is placed on basic learning processes associated with Pavlovian and operant conditioning discovered through research with nonhuman animals.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3215 - Perception (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of basic principles and mechanisms of perception. Visual and auditory perceptual systems are emphasized.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3216 - Biological Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of the physiological, anatomical, and chemical correlates of behavior. Topics will include basic processes associated with these course components as well as discussion of how these processes are related to various neurological disorders.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3217 - Cognitive Processes (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of classical and modern theories of human thought processes as they relate to performance in memory tasks, concept learning, and problem solving.
Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3218 - Adult Development (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
An in-depth examination of development in adulthood, with coverage of physical, social, and psychological change over time. Emphasis will be on evaluating current theory and research, encouraging both understanding and critical thinking about the extant literature on the psychology of adulthood. Prerequisite or corequisite: PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
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PSY 3500 - Independent Study (1-4)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3511 - Honors Colloquium (3)
When Offered: Fall
In depth study of selected topic(s) in psychology, encouraging independent scholarship in writing and discussion. Enrollment is by invitation of the department or by application.
May be taken twice if course content is significantly different.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3512 - Honors Colloquium (3)
When Offered: Spring
In depth study of selected topic(s) in psychology, encouraging independent scholarship in writing and discussion. Enrollment is by invitation of the department or by application.
May be taken twice if course content is significantly different.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3520 - Instructional Assistance (1)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in the instructional process on the university level through direct participation in a classroom situation.
May be repeated for a total credit of three semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 , must be majoring in psychology, and junior or senior standing.
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PSY 3530-3549 - Selected Topics (1-4)
When Offered: On Demand
In depth examination of specialized areas of psychology. Topics vary from year to year depending upon the interests of students and faculty.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 3653 - Health Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of major physical disabilities including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, Aids, cancer, pain, obesity, eating disorders, and injury using a behavioral medicine orientation. Behavioral medicine represents a multidimensional approach to integrating behavioral and biomedical information in determining disease etiology and in prescribing comprehensive treatment.
Prerequisite: PSY 1200 .
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PSY 4001 - Research Assistant (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in which the student does psychological research on a faculty member’s project under the direction of a faculty member.
May be repeated for a total credit of six semester hours. Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and must be majoring in psychology.
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PSY 4002 - Supervised Research (1-3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A supervised experience in which the student does psychological research under the direction of a faculty member. The project will be developed by the student in consultation with their supervisor and should be considered the student’s project.
May be repeated for a total of six semester hours credit.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 , PSY 3100 , and must be majoring in psychology.
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PSY 4020 - Applying to Graduate School (1)
When Offered: Fall
This class is intended for psychology majors to step students through the process of applying to graduate school starting with deciding on what type of program to apply to and ending with a completed application. Also included are other options that exist besides graduate school.
Graded on an S/U basis.
Prerequisite: PSY 2200 .
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PSY 4206 - Industrial Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
A survey of the field of human resource management based on fundamental psychological principles and psychometric theory. Topics considered include job analysis and evaluation, performance appraisal, and personnel selection.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
(Global Learning Opportunity course)
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PSY 4207 - Evolutionary Psychology (3)
When Offered: Fall; Spring
This course examines how human thinking, motivation, behavior, and social relationships can be understood from the perspective that many aspects of human behavior involve sets of processes designed by natural selection to solve adaptive problems faced by our evolutionary ancestors. Key topics may include: problems of survival, long-term mating, sexuality, parenting, kinship, cooperation, aggression and warfare, conflict between the sexes, status, prestige, social dominance, and how evolutionary theory can provide a unified approach to understanding the different branches of psychology.
Prerequisites: PSY 1200 and PSY 3100 or permission of the instructor.
[Dual-listed with PSY 5207.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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