Apr 30, 2024  
2017-2018 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2017-2018 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

12. Courses


 
  
  • PS 106 - Introductory Astronomy

    Credits: 3

    An introductory survey of our solar system and the universe beyond. Topics will include planetary bodies, satellites, comets, meteors, stars, nebulae, galaxies, pulsars, quasars, black holes, along with recognition of the major constellations and other pertinent material of general astronomical interest.

  
  • PS 107 - Introductory Physics

    Credits: 3

    A brief survey of the fundamentals of physics. Topics include kinematics, heat, light, gravity, work, power, energy, and metric conversions.

    Note: No credit can be earned for this course if the student already has credit for PSP 211 , PSP 212 , PSP 213 , or PSP 214 .

  
  • PS 108 - Introductory Chemistry

    Credits: 3

    A brief survey of the fundamentals of chemistry. Topics include behavior of atoms and molecules, construction of chemical formulas, bonding, and how it affects macroscopic properties.

    Note: No credit can be earned for this course if the student already has credit for PSC 111  or PSC 112 .

  
  • PS 109 - General Physical Science

    Credits: 3

    This course is an introduction to the fundamental behavior of matter and energy. It is intended to serve the needs of non-science and science education majors who are required to complete one or more physical science courses. Major topics will include physics, chemistry, astronomy, and earth science.

  
  • PS 313 - Methods and Materials in the Teaching of Science in the Secondary School

    Credits: 3

    This course is taught concurrently with BSB 313 . This course is designed to give the student a knowledge of methods in the teaching of science in junior and senior high school. Emphasis will be placed on practical applications, such as laboratory preparation, safety, and teaching and classroom management. Each student will have the opportunity to do some teaching in the general chemistry laboratories at MUW. Students will also review current reference materials on science teaching, as well as state adopted textbooks in chemistry and other physical sciences.

    Note: Only open to students admitted to Teacher Education. This course does not count toward fulfillment of the requirements for the Physical Science major. It is for teacher certification only.

  
  • PSC 111 - General Chemistry I

    Credits: 3

    Lecture

    Prerequisite: or concurrent enrollment in MA 113  or higher (not MA 123 ) or demonstrated proficiency in math

    This course is designed to lay the groundwork for future study in chemistry by familiarizing the student with fundamentals of chemistry including naming of chemical species, stoichiometry, and atomic structure in addition to problem-solving.

  
  • PSC 111L - General Chemistry I Laboratory

    Credits: 1

    Prerequisite: PSC 111 , or concurrent enrollment in PSC 111 

    This course reinforces the topics covered in PSC 111  through experimentation.

  
  • PSC 112 - General Chemistry II

    Credits: 3

    Lecture

    Prerequisite: PSC 111 

    This course is a continuation of PSC 111 . The course continues the exploration of chemistry fundamentals with kinetics, equilibrium, and acid-base chemistry among other topics.

  
  • PSC 112L - General Chemistry II Laboratory

    Credits: 1

    Prerequisite: PSC 112 , or concurrent enrollment in PSC 112 .

    This course reinforces the topics covered in PSC 112  through experimentation.

  
  • PSC 211 - Organic Chemistry I

    Credits: 3

    Lecture

    Prerequisite: PSC 111 , PSC 112  (w/labs)

    This course is designed to give students a first hand knowledge of the fundamentals of organic chemistry including bonding, organic reactions, reaction mechanism, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy.

  
  • PSC 211L - Organic Chemistry Lab I

    Credits: 1

    Prerequisite: PSC 211 , or concurrent enrollment in PSC 211 .

    A laboratory course complementing the lecture course PSC 211 .

  
  • PSC 212 - Organic Chemistry II

    Credits: 3

    Lecture

    Prerequisite: PSC 211  (w/lab)

    This course is a continuation of PSC 211  and provides a fundamental background for understanding the structure, properties, and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds, especially aromatic compounds, carbonyl, carboxyl derivatives, and biomolecules.

  
  • PSC 212L - Organic Chemistry Lab II

    Credits: 1

    Prerequisite: PSC 212 , or concurrent enrollment in PSC 212 

    A laboratory course complementing the lecture course PSC 212 .

  
  • PSC 312 - Quantitative Analysis

    Credits: 4

    Laboratory-Lecture

    Prerequisite: PSC 112  (w/lab)

    This is primarily a laboratory course designed to develop the technique necessary in making quantitative determinations. Typical volumetric and gravimetric determinations are studied. Lecture on theories and computations accompany the laboratory work.

  
  • PSC 450 - Physical Chemistry I

    Credits: 4

    Lecture-Laboratory

    Prerequisite: PSC 212  (w/lab), PSP 212  or PSP 214 , MA 181 , and MA 182 . Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment in MA 283 .

    This course includes a development of thermodynamics of solids, liquids, and gases; solutions; equilibria; electrochemistry; and kinetics. Emphasis will be placed on deriving mathematical models which describe macroscopic-scale processes.

  
  • PSC 451 - Physical Chemistry II

    Credits: 4

    Lecture-Laboratory

    Prerequisite: PSC 212  (w/lab), PSP 212  or PSP 214 , MA 181 , and MA 182 . Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment in MA 283 .

    This course includes an introduction to quantum mechanics, spectroscopy, molecular structure, and statistical mechanics. Emphasis will be placed on developing mathematical models to account for microscopic-scale processes.

  
  • PSC 461 - Instrumental Analysis

    Credits: 4

    Lecture-Laboratory

    Prerequisite: PSC 312  and PSP 212  or PSP 214 . Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: PSC 212  (w/lab).

    This is a course designed to acquaint the student with instruments used in analytical methods. Use and operation of instruments together with theoretical aspects and limitations of each will be included.

  
  • PSC 465 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

    Credits: 3

    Lecture

    Prerequisite: PSC 112  (w/lab), PSP 212  or PSP 214 , and PSC 212  (w/lab)

    This course covers bonding structure, coordination chemistry, and organometallics.

  
  • PSC 466 - Advanced Organic Chemistry

    Credits: 3

    Lecture

    Prerequisite: PSC 212  (w/lab)

    This course covers reaction mechanisms, natural products, theoretical chemistry, and other areas of organic chemistry.

  
  • PSC 467 - Biochemistry

    Credits: 4

    Lecture-Laboratory

    Prerequisite: BSB 101 , BSB 102  (w/labs), PSC 211 , PSC 212  (w/labs); BSB 230  highly recommended

    A one semester survey of biochemistry emphasizing protein biochemistry (protein structure and activity, enzyme kinetics, catalytic and regulatory strategies, metabolic pathways) and introducing physical and chemical properties of carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids as necessary to understand protein form and function.

  
  • PSC 470 - Introduction to Chemical Research

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSC 212  (w/labs)

    Designed for junior and senior chemistry and physical science majors. After consultation with a chemistry faculty adviser the student selects a problem requiring literature and laboratory research. A written report in publishable form is required.

    Note: May be repeated once (3-3).

  
  • PSC 490 - Special Topics in Physical Sciences

    Credits: 3-4

    Prerequisite: Permission of the Sciences and Mathematics Department Chair

    This course will provide advanced study in a current topic in the area of the physical sciences to be decided by the instructor. Topics could include spectroscopy, polymer chemistry, or the chemistry of natural products.

    Note: May be repeated once.

  
  • PSP 211 - General Physics

    Credits: 4

    Lecture-Laboratory

    An introduction to the basic principles of classical physics using algebra and trigonometry.  Major topics include kinematics, dynamics, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, light, and optics.  A fundamental knowledge of algebra and trigonometry is strongly recommended.

  
  • PSP 212 - General Physics

    Credits: 4

    Lecture-Laboratory

    An introduction to the basic principles of classical physics using algebra and trigonometry. Major topics include kinematics, dynamics, energy, heat, electricity, magnetism, light, and optics. A fundamental knowledge of algebra and trigonometry is strongly recommended.

  
  • PSP 213 - General Physics (Calculus Based)

    Credits: 4

    Lecture-Laboratory

    Prerequisite: MA 182  

    A calculus-based introduction to the general principles of physics including a treatment of mechanics, work, energy, momentum, elasticity, fluids, vibrations, sound, temperature, heat, electricity, magnetism and light.

  
  • PSP 214 - General Physics (Calculus Based)

    Credits: 4

    Lecture-Laboratory

    Prerequisite: MA 182 

    A calculus-based introduction to the general principles of physics including a treatment of mechanics, work, energy, momentum, elasticity, fluids, vibrations, sound, temperature, heat, electricity, magnetism and light.

  
  • PSY 101 - General Psychology

    Credits: 3

    This survey course introduces the student to contemporary theories and methods in psychology.

  
  • PSY 201 - Introduction to APA Style

    Credits: 1

    This course introduces the student to the professional writing style of the American Psychological Association (APA). Topics include ethics, quotation, citation of sources, and reference format.

  
  • PSY 202 - Global Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Global Psychology explores consciousness research that relates human consciousness to the science of quantum physics and evolutionary biology, connecting the human to the natural world and integrating schools of psychology with levels of the spectrum of consciousness; it shows how the world’s spiritual traditions are also consistent with current sciences.  The implications of this new knowledge point to the role of the human in the universe, living in harmony with planet Earth, enhancing unity with the realm of Spirit, and improving the health of body, mind, and spirit.  Global Psychology places psychology in an ecological context and draws on psychological insight for recognizing cultural pathologies leading to the possible destruction of the planet and exploring effective and sustainable lifestyles, environmental action, and world peace.

  
  • PSY 206 - Human Growth and Development

    Credits: 3

    This course introduces the student to the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of the individual throughout the lifespan.

  
  • PSY 210 - Professional Code of Ethics: Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  and PSY 201 

    This course addresses the potential ethical issues that could arise in the professions of psychology.  Included in this course are applications of ethical standards in hypothetical scenarios in various professions and research areas of psychology.

  
  • PSY 290 - Introduction to Research

    Credits: 3



    Prepares students to perform basic research skills, including locating and summarizing published research.

     


    Also Listed as: FS 290 

  
  • PSY 302 - Child Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 201  and PSY 206 

    An indepth study of theory and research in child development from conception through late childhood with a focus on sensory, cognitive, social and personality development.

  
  • PSY 304 - Abnormal Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  and PSY 201 

    This course focuses on the etiology, classification and treatment of psychopathological disorders.

  
  • PSY 305 - Personality

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  and PSY 201 

    This course focuses on personality traits, which are individual characteristics that are relatively stable over time and situations. This course is based on a topical approach to current theories and research on personality.

  
  • PSY 320 - Physiological Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  and PSY 201 

    This course examines the physiological bases of human behavior. Emphasis is placed on the structure and function of the central and peripheral nervous systems.

  
  • PSY 325 - Adult Development

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 201  and PSY 206 

    An in-depth study of physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development during adulthood.  The use of current research and theory to understand adult development will be emphasized.

  
  • PSY 328 - Adolescent Development

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 201  and PSY 206 

    An in-depth study of physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development during adolescence.  The use of current research and theory to understand adolescent development will be emphasized.

  
  • PSY 335 - Child Behavior Modification: Typical and Special Needs

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ED 317  or PSY 302  

    This course reviews the methods, constructs, and principles of behavior analysis and behavior modification. Content includes the application of observation and behavioral modification techniques in the home and in the classroom for children and adolescents with both typical and special needs. Format includes both in-class and observational learning components.

  
  • PSY 340 - Sensation and Perception

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  and PSY 201 

    This course provides an in-depth study of the physiological and neurological aspects of psychological development and human interaction with the environment.

  
  • PSY 350 - Psychology of Women

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  or PSY 206  or permission of the Psychology and Family Studies Department Chair

    This course will present an overview of the biological, social, and cultural factors that affect women throughout the lifespan.

    Also Listed as: WS 352 .
  
  • PSY 360 - Educational Psychology

    Credits: 3

    This course presents an overview of the process of learning. It provides students with skills needed to work with others in an educational setting. It includes coverage of theories of development, assessing and dealing with individual variability, devising objectives, learning theories, motivation, and measurement and evaluation of learning.

  
  • PSY 370 - Social Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  and PSY 201 

    This course examines individual behavior in its social and cultural context. Theoretical and empirical examination of core social psychological issues, such as social cognition, social influence, interpersonal relationships, and group behavior, are emphasized.

  
  • PSY 405 - Cognitive Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  and PSY 201 

    This course addresses the nature of cognitive processes. It focuses on the ways in which knowledge is acquired, stored and used, and emphasizes the relevance of the theories and research in cognitive psychology to mental activities in everyday life.

  
  • PSY 406 - Cognitive Neuroscience

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101  and PSY 201 

    How does the brain create the mind? This course will attempt to answer this question by providing an understanding of the role that the brain plays in visual cognition, memory, language, music, personality (both normal and abnormal), emotion, and gender differences in cognition by examining patterns of cognitive performance produced by both normal and brain-damaged populations.

    Note: Also, it is recommended that the student take PSY 320  or PSY 340  before enrolling in this course.

  
  • PSY 407 - Psychology of Criminal Behavior

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101 , PSY 201 , and junior standing PSY 305 , PSY 320 , and/or PSY 370  are recommended

    What is criminal behavior and how does our attitude about crime ultimately reflect our personal theory of human nature? Who becomes a criminal and why? And what relevance does psychology have for the processes of investigation and correction? This course will address these and other issues from primarily a psychological perspective, focusing on the personality, biological, cognitive, and emotional attributes of the criminal and potential criminal.

  
  • PSY 408 - Introduction to Counseling and Clinical Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 101 , PSY 201 , PSY 290 , and Senior Standing

    This course introduces the student to some of the major theories of personality and associated systems of counseling and psychotherapy; applications and limitations of the various systems, and principles of treatment and ethical standards.

  
  • PSY 410 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 201  and PSY 370 

    The purpose of this course is to examine factors within the field of organizational/industrial psychology such as employee motivation, selection and training, and organizational determinants of employee behavior. Major theories, models, research techniques, and findings of the science of I/O psychology will be emphasized in order to develop awareness and understanding of the aims and goals of the practice of I/O psychology.

  
  • PSY 425 - Gender Development

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Senior standing and at least 9 hours of PSY coursework or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies

    This course provides an in-depth study of theories and research on gender development from conception through middle childhood.

    Also Listed as: WS 425 .
  
  • PSY 430 - Basic Counseling Skills

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite:  PSY 408  

    Interactive lecture-lab. This course introduces the student to an eclectic model for counseling and psychotherapy with an emphasis on developing the basic interpersonal skills necessary to be successful in a professional helping field.

    Also Listed as: FS 430  
  
  • PSY 449 - Practicum in Psychology

    Credits: 1-3

    Prerequisite: Approval of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies and practicum coordinator and PSY 201 

    The practicum experience provides the opportunity for a student to learn about teaching, research, or service aspect of the field of psychology. Students participate in a variety of learning activities designed to provide hands-on experience. Students may serve as practicum assistants in an introductory psychology course, in a faculty member’s research lab, in a human service agency, or another approved practicum site.

    Note: Can be repeated for up to 6 hours.

  
  • PSY 450 - Independent Study

    Credits: 2-6

    Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of Psychology and advanced standing, or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies and PSY 201 

    In this course, the student develops the skills necessary to carry out psychological research. A written review of the literature on a selected topic, and a research project are examples of the type of work required.

  
  • PSY 454 - Applied Statistics

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 201 MA 123  and FS 290  or PSY 290  

    This course introduces the student to current methods and applications of statistical procedures associated with common research designs.

  
  • PSY 455 - Research in Human Behavioral Sciences

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 201  and PSY 454 

    This is a basic course in the application of current research methods in the field of human behavioral research. The student is introduced to the selection and formulation of a research problem, development of a hypothesis, data collection and analysis.

  
  • PSY 490 - History and Systems of Psychology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 201  and advanced standing, with a minimum of 12 credit hours of upper-level psychology courses, or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies

    This course examines the philosophical and scientific roots of modern psychological thought. The origins of systems of psychology and the ways these systems were influenced by historical contexts and are reflected in contemporary psychology also are explored.

  
  • PSY 499 - Special Topics in Psychology

    Credits: 1-6

    Prerequisite: PSY 201 

    This course allows flexibility in the offering of coursework for students who are interested in topics beyond the regular curriculum in the major.

  
  • REL 213 - Religions of the World

    Credits: 3

    A comparative study of the major living religions of the Far East, the Near East, and the West. Class lectures supplemented by selected films and recorded music.

  
  • REL 299 - Special Topics in Religion

    Credits: 3

    A focused study of some topic in religion.

    Note: May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) hours.

  
  • REL 304 - Philosophy of Religion

    Credits: 3

    A study of the rational justification of religious beliefs with an emphasis on the traditional arguments for and against the existence of God.

    Also Listed as: PHL 304 
  
  • REL 308 - Western Women’s Roles in Religion

    Credits: 3

    A study of the historical context of women’s roles and women’s significance in the religions of Western society.

    Also Listed as: WS 308 
  
  • REL 327 - The Rise of Islam: The Medieval Middle East

    Credits: 3

    This course offers a survey of Middle Eastern history from the rise of Islam until the emergence of the Mongol successor polities (c. 600-1500), focusing on political and cultural developments and their relationship with broader social changes during the formative centuries of Islamic civilization.

    Also Listed as: HIS 327 
  
  • REL 331 - Medieval Christianity

    Credits: 3

    This course examines the western Christian church and its unique influence on society from the early Christian period to the High Middle Ages, ca 200-1350.  It focuses both on the changing intellectual and spiritual beliefs and on how those beliefs are manifest in institutional organizations and in the practices of everyday believers.  It explores the impact that worldly power has on religious beliefs and how, at the same time, the church helped to shape secular society.

    Also Listed as: HIS 331 
  
  • REL 335 - Religion and Politics in Contemporary America

    Credits: 3

    This course introduces students to the fundamental impact of religion on the major dimensions of politics in contemporary America.  The principle aim of the course is to create an understanding of how religion and politics interact in the pursuit of public policy rather than explore questions of morality.

    Also Listed as: POL 335 
  
  • REL 355 - The Bible as Literature

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: EN 102  and a 200-level English course or permission of The Department Chair of Languages, Literature, and Philosophy

    A critical study of the literary themes and genres of the Hebrew Bible, the Christian New Testament, and Apocryphal writings in English translation. Focuses on themes such as exile/return and covenant and on genres such as origin stories. psalms, prophecy, wisdom literature, parables, epistles, and apocalyptic narrative.

    Also Listed as: EN 355 
  
  • REL 380 - Native American Literatures and Religions

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: EN 102  and a 200-level English course or permission of the Department Chair of Languages, Literature, and Philosophy

    A study of Native North American worldviews in traditional oral texts, including myths, songs, and oratory, as well as the genres of personal narrative, fiction, and poetry.  Readings may include oral texts in transcription/translation and works in English by Charles Eastman, Zitkala Sa, D’Arcy McNickle, N. Scott Momaday, Leslie Marmon Silko, and Linda Hogan, among others.

    Also Listed as: EN 380 
  
  • REL 403 - Current Trends in Religion

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: REL 213 

    An advanced study of ongoing trends in selected world religions, such as the rise of fundamentalism, growing pluralism and the challenges of inter-religious dialogue, the increase of women in religious leadership, and the need to respond to global issues like poverty and climate change. Builds on previous study in REL 213 .

  
  • REL 405 - History Of Religion in America

    Credits: 3

    A study of the relationship between religion(s) and various communities over the course of American history. The goal will be to try to understand the role that religion has played in shaping a community’s identity and understanding its place in the world and how that role has changed over time. The course will also examine the way in which religion has been shaped by society.

    Also Listed as: HIS 405 
  
  • SM 100 - Science/Mathematics Seminar

    Credits: 0

    Students will be exposed to a variety of research approaches, experiences, and career opportunities enabling them to gain a greater understanding of professional involvement in Science and Mathematics.

    Note: Pass/No Credit Open only to Science and Mathematics majors. Students majoring in all Science/Mathematics programs are required to pass four (4) semesters of SM 100  for graduation, except for transfer students with 60 or more transfer hours who are required to pass three (3) semesters of SM 100 .

  
  • SM 101 - Environmental Science I

    Credits: 4

    Lecture and laboratory

    Prerequisite: MA 113  or higher (not MA 123 ) or demonstrated proficiency in math

    An introductory course covering global and local topics in environmental science. Fundamental concepts in biology, physics, chemistry, and geology will be examined and applied to contemporary and historical environmental problems so that the student can synthesize the body of knowledge necessary to understand environmental issues.

  
  • SM 102 - Environmental Science II

    Credits: 4

    Lecture and laboratory

    Prerequisite: MA 113  or higher (not MA 123 ) or demonstrated proficiency in math; SM 101  

    An introductory course continuing the examination of global and local topics in environmental science begun in SM 101 . Emphasis will be given to critical analysis of specific problems and to understanding the models used to investigate these problems.

  
  • SM 125 - Fortran

    Credits: 3

    Lecture

    Prerequisite: MA 113 

    This course will teach problem-solving methods using Fortran. Application will be made to problems in various fields but mathematical and scientific problems are stressed.

  
  • SM 135 - Programming in C++

    Credits: 3

    Lecture

    Prerequisite: MA 113 

    Problem-solving methods and algorithm development using the computer programming language C++. Emphasis on scientific and mathematical applications.

  
  • SM 295 - Topics in Mathematics for Teachers

    Credits: 1-3

    Prerequisite: Permission of Sciences and Mathematics Department Chair

    In-depth content on selected mathematical topics, including their relation and application to the classroom. This course is primarily intended for in-service teachers.

    Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.

  
  • SM 297 - Topics in Science for Teachers

    Credits: 1-3

    Prerequisite: Permission of Sciences and Mathematics Department Chair

    In-depth content on selected science topics, including their relation and application to the classroom.

    Note: This course is primarily intended for in-service teachers. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. Lecture.

  
  • SOC 201 - Principles of Sociology

    Credits: 3

    This introductory course provides an integral treatment of the fundamental principles of human association. Consideration is given to the nature of certain important social relationships, structures, and processes in which the student participates in home and community life, and to the understanding concerning them, which are derived from cultural anthropology and social psychology. An analysis is made of the structure and functions of major American social institutions, the ways in which they change, and the problems in contemporary society resulting from these changes.

  
  • SOC 299 - Special Topics in Sociology

    Credits: 1-3

    This course will address contemporary issues and advanced content areas in sociology.

    Note: Eligible to be repeated for a maximum of six total credit hours

  
  • SOC 303 - Social Problems

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 206 , SOC 201 , or permission of the Psychology and Family Studies Department Chair

    The purpose of this course is to give students the opportunity to investigate some of the major social problems of our changing society. The problem, theoretical explanations concerning causation and possibilities for remedial action are examined. Major problems discussed are: crime, sexual deviation, the population crisis, drug abuse and urban problems.

  
  • SOC 305 - Marriage and the Family

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: PSY 201  or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies

    The purpose of this course is to study marital family interactions with emphasis on interpersonal dynamics and developmental tasks over the family life cycle. The course includes the study of sex role development, mate selection, adjustments within interpersonal relationships, communication in the family, parent-child relations, familial responses to stress, and family violence.

    Also Listed as: FS 306 
  
  • SOC 311 - Communities

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SOC 201  or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies

    This course investigates two broad areas of community knowledge: 1) the nature of community life, including the physical structure and growth of the city, the process of urbanization and its consequences, and 2) community organization of rural areas. The course includes a project that directly involves the student on an interaction basis with some aspect of community dynamics.

  
  • SOC 359 - Juvenile Justice System

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SOC 201  or permission of the Psychology and Family Studies Department Chair

    This course provides the student a view of the nature, extent, and causal explanations of the problem of juvenile delinquency. The perspective taken involves an examination of the roles of the police, the courts, correction agencies, and other agencies dealing with the delinquent and his/her rehabilitation.

  
  • SOC 363 - Criminology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SOC 201  or permission of the Department Chair Psychology and Family Studies

    This course will examine crime; its causes, prevention and treatment; the nature, types and extent of crime; and preventive and correctional programs as part of the criminal justice system. Emphasis will be placed on integrating social process and social structural explanations of criminal behavior.

  
  • SOC 456 - Minorities

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: 6 semester hours in Human Behavioral Sciences courses, advanced standing, or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies

    A study of the cultural heritage of various groups and an analysis of the changing place and role of minorities in American Society. Special attention is paid to organizational development and the role of conflict in the creation of ethnic consciousness, sexism, political awareness, and group cohesion. Contemporary problems involving minority groups are evaluated from the historical, social, and remedial points of view.

  
  • SOC 458 - Sociology of Low Income Groups

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Six semester hours in Human Behavioral Sciences or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies

    This course analyzes poverty and its accompanying lifestyle. It acquaints the student with problems associated with low income and poverty and possible means of remediation, and critically evaluates the relationships among the different areas of our socioeconomic system and their influences on poverty. The course also deals with the differences in poverty among the poor white and the poor black. The course is designed for persons entering service vocations who will have significant contact with persons in the poverty syndrome.

  
  • SPA 200 - Survey of Communication Disorders

    Credits: 3



    Survey of the incidence, identification, classification, diagnosis and major treatment strategies for communication disorders frequently encountered in persons of all ages. Description of the profession of speech-language pathology and clinical audiology. 

    Note: Open to all students.

    Note: Observation required.


  
  • SPA 201 - Phonetics

    Credits: 3



    Study of the International Phonetic Alphabet and training in the phonetic transcription of speech, including transcription of regional dialects.

    Note: Open to all students.

    Note: Observation required.


  
  • SPA 209 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism

    Credits: 3

    Basic study of the structure and functions of the organs of speech and hearing.

  
  • SPA 210 - The Development of Normal Speech and Language

    Credits: 3



    Study of the cognitive social, and environmental factors associated with the acquisition of normal speech and language, including an introduction to psycholinguistics and discussion of relevant anatomical and neurophysiological factors.

    Note: Observation required.


  
  • SPA 303 - Introduction to Audiology

    Credits: 3

    A survey of fundamental aspects of sound, the functioning of the auditory mechanism, basic methods of audiometric evaluation, and hearing-screening methods and program organization.

    Note: Observation required.

  
  • SPA 308 - Language Disorders in Children and Their Treatment

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SPA 210 

    Study of the identification, description, and treatment approaches for language disorders in children, including program design.

    Note: Observation required.

  
  • SPA 311 - Basic Clinical Strategies in Speech-Language Pathology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SPA 308  and SPA 321  or permission of the Department Chair of Speech-Language Pathology

    Overview of the basic strategies of therapeutic intervention for communicatively-disordered children and adults. Emphasis is placed upon rationales for selecting treatment models appropriate to individual client needs; the development and implementation of appropriate treatment programs; salient features of the client-clinician relations; and the assessment of treatment outcomes. Observation of diagnostic and treatment sessions required.

  
  • SPA 313 - Speech and Hearing Science

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SPA 209 

    Study of the nature of sound, sound transmission, and units of measurement necessary to understand the physiologic, acoustic, and perceptual parameters of speech. Includes discussion of electro-acoustical instruments employed in speech, hearing and language research and testing.

  
  • SPA 321 - Principles of Therapy: Articulation

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SPA 201  and SPA 209 

    A survey of current information regarding identification, causation, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of articulation and phonological system in children and adults. Observation of diagnostic and treatment sessions required.

  
  • SPA 350 - Program Planning in Speech-Language Pathology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SPA 308 , SPA 311 , and SPA 321 

    This course acquaints students with issues in service delivery in various settings, with emphasis upon the public schools including laws; procedural safeguards; eligibility determination; development of caseloads, scheduling of individual and group therapy; cooperation with other professionals in the program; interactions with parents; accountability procedures; budget considerations; referrals; follow-up procedures; and in-service activities.

  
  • SPA 400 - Clinical Practicum: Speech and Hearing Center

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Approval from the Undergraduate Practicum Coordinator

    Supervised Practicum in the treatment of speech and/or language disorders in children and adults under the supervision of the faculty at the Speech and Hearing Center.

  
  • SPA 403 - Strategies in Therapy for the Hearing Impaired

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SPA 303  (or its equivalent)

    Discussion of methods of teaching language skills to the hearing impaired; amplification systems and their utilization; and current practices in education of the deaf.

  
  • SPA 411 - Basic Diagnostic Procedures

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SPA 308  and SPA 321  (or equivalent)

    The philosophy and implementation of procedures for the diagnosis and appraisal of communication disorders, with emphasis upon the administration, scoring, and interpretation of data obtained from observation and from diagnostic instruments used to evaluate language, articulation, fluency, and voice. Observation of diagnostic sessions may be required.

  
  • SPA 449 - Neurology

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: SPA 209  with a grade of C or higher or permission of the Department Chair of Speech-Language Pathology.

    This course will provide information concerning the organization and function of the human nervous system. Emphasis will be given to the nervous system’s participation in human speech and communication.

  
  • TH 150 - Theatre Practicum

    Credits: 1-3

    Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair of the Department of Theatre

    Entry level practical work in Theatre at the discretion of the Chair of the Department of Theatre.

    Note: May be repeated, but no more than three (3) hours of credit total may be earned.

  
  • TH 175 - Theatre Appreciation

    Credits: 3

    An overview of the elements of theatre and kinds of drama, with hands on experience possible in different aspects of theatre.

    Note: Fulfills Fine Arts core requirement.

  
  • TH 176 - Playscript Analysis

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: TH 175 

    A study of the script as the necessary foundation for the three-dimensional theatre experience, and techniques for deriving from the script information for a performance which realizes as fully as possible and with minimal distortion, the playwright’s expressive intentions.

 

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