Apr 23, 2024  
2018-2019 Academic Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • POLS 301 - State and Local Government (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    General study of state and local government in the United States with particular attention given to Louisiana state and local government.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 301 and GOVT 301.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

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  • POLS 315 - Introduction to Political Theory (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Basic concepts of normative and empirical political inquiry, drawing from the writings of both classical and modern political thinkers.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 315 and GOVT 303, GOVT 315, GOVT 330, GOVT 331, PHIL 321, PHIL 351, POLS 303, POLS 330, or POLS 331.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 320 - International Relations and Politics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Key issues and concepts involving relations among nations. Topics include the evolution and nature of the nation-state, theories of international relations, balance of power, sovereignty, imperialism, nationalism, diplomacy, problems of peace, arms control and international organization, and contemporary trouble spots in international relations.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 320 and GOVT 320.

    Prerequisite(s): 3 credit hours of POLS or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 350 - Introduction to Public Administration (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    The administrative process and its development in the United States. Includes organization theory, personnel administration, budgeting, and administrative responsibility.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 350 and GOVT 350.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE
  
  • POLS 351 - Public Personnel Administration (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Personnel administration in the public sector, its development and processes.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 351 and GOVT 351.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE
  
  • POLS 360 - American Political Behavior (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Public opinion and voting behavior in American politics and relationship between interest group activity and politics at state and national levels.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 360 and GOVT 360.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE
  
  • POLS 370 - Public Policy (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Formation, adoption, implementation and evaluation of public policy.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 370 and GOVT 370.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE
  
  • POLS 401 - Political Parties in the United States (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Study of political parties in the United States, their history, organization, and functions.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 401 and GOVT 401, GOVT 501, or POLS 501.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE
  
  • POLS 403 - Russian Politics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Russian political system, its history, politics, economics, and its foreign policy.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 403 and GOVT 403, GOVT 503, or POLS 503.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201 or POLS 240.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 410 - Constitutional Interpretation (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Study of U. S. Supreme Court’s interpretations of U. S. Constitution.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 410 and GOVT 410, GOVT 510, or POLS 510.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 421 - American Foreign Policy (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Analysis of the national interest as the guiding consideration in the development of American foreign policy.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 421 and GOVT 421, GOVT 521, or POLS 521.

    Prerequisite(s): 3 credit hours of POLS or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 422 - Middle Eastern Politics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    History, culture, religion, governmental structures and processes, and conflicts in the Middle East.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 422 and GOVT 422, GOVT 522, or POLS 522.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201 or POLS 240.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 425 - Special Topics and Issues in Government (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Analysis of a particular national or international issue to be announced before the beginning of the semester in which the course is offered.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of 6 credit hours. No duplicate credit for POLS 425 and GOVT 425, GOVT 525, or POLS 525 of the same topic.

    Prerequisite(s): 3 credit hours of POLS or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 426 - Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Constitutional rights and liberties. Due process and equal protection of the law; freedom of expression and association; press freedom; freedom from and of religion; searches and seizures; right to counsel; privacy rights; and racial, sexual, and gender discrimination.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 426 and GOVT 426, GOVT 526, or POLS 526.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 430 - Directed Study In Government (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Directed study in selected topics of government.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 430 and GOVT 430, GOVT 530, or POLS 530.

    Prerequisite(s): 9 credit hours of POLS, Senior standing, and permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 447 - The Legislative Process (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Legislative process with emphasis on structure, powers, political control, and procedures of Congress.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 447 and GOVT 447, GOVT 547, or POLS 547.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

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  • POLS 448 - The Executive Process (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Structure, powers, procedures, and politics of the executive role in American government.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 448 and GOVT 448, GOVT 548, or POLS 548.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE
  
  • POLS 449 - The Judicial Process (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Study and analysis of the structure and functions of judicial systems, giving attention to the role of courts as components of political systems and public policy formulation through judicial decision making; and to the organization and administration of judicial bureaucracies and the roles of judges, juries, counsel, litigants, and interest groups in adjudication processes.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 449 and GOVT 449, GOVT 549, or POLS 549.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 461 - Classical Political Theory (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Advanced study of writings and ideas of ancient Greek, Roman, or Hebraic political thinkers, with attention to the concepts, principles, and perspectives that continue to shape, or offer alternative approaches to the study and practice of politics in the contemporary world.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 461 and GOVT 461.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 462 - Modern Political Theory (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Advanced study of writings and ideas of modern European or American political thinkers, with particular attention to concepts, principles, and perspectives that continue to shape, or offer alternative approaches to, the study and practice of politics in the contemporary world.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 462 and GOVT 462.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 470 - International Law (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Study of the history, norms, and current practices of public and private international law. A special focus is placed on jurisdiction and diplomacy.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE
  
  • POLS 480 - Conflict and Diplomacy (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    An examination of the interaction of conflict with diplomacy. Evaluates inter-state and intra-state conflicts and methods of bargaining.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE
  
  • POLS 501 - Political Parties in the United States (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Study of political parties in the United States, their history, organization, and functions. Lectures and discussions will be supplemented by directed reading, independent research, and research papers.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 501 and GOVT 401, GOVT 501, or POLS 401.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 503 - Russian Politics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Russian political system, its history, politics, economics, and its foreign policy. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 503 and GOVT 403, GOVT 503, or POLS 403.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 510 - Constitutional Interpretation (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    U. S. Supreme Court’s interpretations of the U. S. Constitution. Lecture and discussions may be supplemented by directed reading, independent research, and research papers.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 510 and GOVT 410, GOVT 510, or POLS 410.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 521 - American Foreign Policy (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Analysis of the national interest as the guiding consideration in the development of American foreign policy. Lecture and discussions may be supplemented by directed reading, independent research, and research papers.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 521 and GOVT 421, GOVT 521, or POLS 421.

    Prerequisite(s): 3 credit hours of POLS or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 522 - Middle Eastern Politics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    History, culture, religion, governmental structures and processes and conflicts in the Middle East. Lecture and discussions may be supplemented by directed reading, independent research, and research papers.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 522 and GOVT 422, GOVT 522, or POLS 422.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 525 - Special Topics and Issues in Government (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Analysis of a particular national or international issue to be announced before the beginning of the semester in which the course is offered. Lectures and discussions may be supplemented by directed reading, independent research, and research papers.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of 6 credit hours. No duplicate credit for POLS 525 and GOVT 410, GOVT 422, GOVT 425, GOVT 510, GOVT 522, GOVT 525, POLS 410, POLS 422, POLS 425, POLS 510, or POLS 522 of the same topic.

    Prerequisite(s): 3 credit hours of POLS or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 526 - Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Nature and scope of constitutional rights and liberties. Includes due process and equal protection of the law; freedom of expression and association; press freedom; freedom from and of religion; searches and seizures; right to counsel; privacy rights; and racial, sexual, and gender discrimination. Assignments in advanced academic content required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 526 and GOVT 426, GOVT 526, or POLS 426.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 530 - Directed Study in Government (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Designed to give students the opportunity to pursue in depth either a domestic or international area of government. Directed reading and/or research project required.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 530 and GOVT 430, GOVT 530, or POLS 430.

    Prerequisite(s): 9 credit hours of POLS and permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 547 - The Legislative Process (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Study of the legislative process with emphasis on the structure, powers, political control, and procedures of Congress. Lectures and discussions will be supplemented by directed reading, independent research, and research papers.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 547 and GOVT 447, GOVT 547, or POLS 447.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 548 - The Executive Process (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Study of the structure, powers, procedures, and politics of the executive role in American government. Lectures and discussions will be supplemented by directed reading, independent research, and research papers.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 548 and GOVT 448, GOVT 548, or POLS 448.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • POLS 549 - The Judicial Process (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Study and analysis of the structure and functions of judicial systems, giving attention to the role of courts as components of political formulation through judicial decision making; and to the organization and administration of judicial bureaucracies and the roles of judges, juries, counsel, litigants, and interest groups in adjudication processes. Lectures and discussions will be supplemented by directed reading, independent research, and research papers.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for POLS 549 and GOVT 449, GOVT 549, or POLS 449.

    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CPSY 2013, Introduction to Psychology

    Provides an understanding of human behavior and lays a foundation for additional work in psychology.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 101 and PSYC 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Social/Behavioral Sciences

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  • PSYC 211 - Educational Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CPSY 2613, Educational Psychology

    Scientific methods and psychological principles and their application to learning, the development of personality, sources of motivation, mental hygiene, and the utilization of human talents.

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 233 - Psychology of Human Development (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CPSY 2113, Developmental Psychology

    Physical, psychological, and social aspects of the individual from conception to death. Cultural, social, and hereditary factors that affect the individual’s behavior throughout the life cycle.

    Prerequisite(s): 3 credit hours of PSYC or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Social/Behavioral Sciences

  
  • PSYC 260 - Child Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CPSY 2313, Child Psychology

    Development of the human being from conception through the adolescent period is considered with respect to physical, mental, emotional, and social growth.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 260 and PSYC 310.

    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 110, EDUC 200, EDUC 203, PSYC 101, PSYC 201, or PSYC 211.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Social/Behavioral Sciences

  
  • PSYC 261 - Adolescent Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    LCCN: CPSY 2213, Adolescent Psychology

    Development of the human being throughout the adolescence is considered with respect to physical, mental, emotional, and social growth.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 261 and PSYC 311.

    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 200, EDUC 203, PSYC 101, PSYC 201, or PSYC 211.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    General Education Core Curriculum
    Social/Behavioral Sciences

  
  • PSYC 305 - Psychology of Learning (Lec. 1, Lab. 4, Cr. 3)


    Learning principles including operant and classical conditioning, motivation, memory, and social behavior. Theory and practical applications are addressed.

    Notes
    For psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): (PSYC 101, PSYC 201, or PSYC 211) and senior standing.

    Lec. 1 Lab. 4 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 321 - Industrial and Business Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Psychology of industrial production and morale, including personnel psychology, and the psychology of the consumer.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 or PSYC 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 389 - Internship in Applied Psychology (Lab. 9, Cr. 3)


    Supervised experience in applied settings with a minimum of 120 clock hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Lab. 9 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 399 - Special Problems (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Independent study under the direction of a psychology faculty member.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 and permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 404 - History and Theories of Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Various schools of psychology identified and their contributions evaluated. Survey emphasis is historical, and antecedents of historical changes are illustrated. Developmental trends in the fields of psychology are emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC and Junior standing.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

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  • PSYC 427 - Experimental Methodology in Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Basic principles and methodology in psychology research. Identification and selection of variables relevant to psychological research and research papers.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 427 and PSYC 520.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE
  
  • PSYC 428 - Experimental Procedures in Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Advanced research design, including the procedures, execution, and analysis of experiments in psychology. Students assist in conducting experiments and write the research into APA style.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 428 and PSYC 521.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 427 (with a grade of C or better) and (MATH 231 or STAT 231).

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE
  
  • PSYC 431 - Abnormal Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Survey of behavior disorders with special emphasis on diagnosis, symptoms, and etiology.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 431 and PSYC 522.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 440 - Psychology of Gender (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Examination of research on gender and gender stereotypes.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 440 and PSYC 540.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 447 - Applied Behavior Analysis (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Applied behavior analysis focusing on psychological disorders.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 447 and PSYC 547.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 451 - Theories of Personality (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Survey of major personality theories.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 451 and PSYC 524.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 454 - Health Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Introduction to health psychology. Behavioral factors in physical illness, including an examination of stress, smoking, alcohol consumption, drugs, physical activity, eating, and personal control.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 454 and PSYC 354 or PSYC 554.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 or PSYC 201.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 455 - Addictive Behaviors (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Current research on addictive behavior with emphasis on drug abuse and gambling. Behavioral and neurophysiological mechanisms of drug action.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 455 and COUN 556, PSYC 555, or PSYC 556.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 461 - Social Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Social influences on human behaviors.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 461 and PSYC 526.

    Prerequisite(s): 3 credit hours of PSYC.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 462 - Psychology of Aging (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Theoretical and applied information on the psychology of later life.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 462 and PSYC 562.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 471 - Physiological Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Biological bases of behavior, including the physiology of the nervous system as it relates to overall functioning as well as to the topics of learning, memory, motivation, emotion, sleep, and behavior disorders.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 471 and PSYC 331 or PSYC 571.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 475 - Topics in Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Special topics in the field of psychology. Topics may vary from semester to semester, with emphasis on current trends in psychological research, assessment, applications, and/or treatment.

    Notes
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of 6 credit hours.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 480 - Cognitive Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Neural basis of cognition; perception and attention; human memory; problem solving; reasoning; and intelligence.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 480 and PSYC 580.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 495 - Senior Thesis in Psychology (Lec. 1, Lab. 4, Cr. 3)


    Empirical research in psychology, including data collection, analysis, and presentation. Students will develop a research project, collect and analyze data, write a complete report following APA format, and present the finding to a committee in an open forum.

    Notes
    For psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 428 (with a grade of C or better), senior standing, and permission of department head.

    Lec. 1 Lab. 4 Cr. 3

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  • PSYC 499 - Advanced General Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Capstone course. Comprehensive review of general psychology and other discipline specific areas.

    Notes
    Must be taken in either of the last two semesters. For psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

    WE NYF CAP
  
  • PSYC 524 - Theories of Personality (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Survey of major personality theories. Students analyze and evaluate scholarly research that tests hypotheses drawn from major personality theories.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 524 and PSYC 451. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 540 - Psychology of Gender (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Examination of research on gender and a contrast of that research with gender stereotypes. Students examine the research literature and submit reports on current published research as well as participate in collection of data for gender-related social behaviors.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 540 and PSYC 440. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 547 - Applied Behavior Analysis (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Survey of basic principles of applied behavior analysis, including definition and measurement of behavior, functional analysis, single subject research design, methods of increasing behavior, methods of decreasing behavior, discrimination, generalization, and maintenance, application to educational, clinical and social settings.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 547 and PSYC 447. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 554 - Health Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Introduction to health psychology. Behavioral factors in physical illness, including an examination of stress, smoking, alcohol consumption, drugs, physical activity, eating, and personal control. Students examine the research literature and submit reports on risk factors that pertain to personal health.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 554 and PSYC 354, PSYC 454, or NURS 301. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 562 - Psychology of Aging (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Theoretical and applied information on the psychology of later life. Students analyze, evaluate, and report scientific research on the aging process.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 562 and PSYC 462. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 571 - Physiological Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Biological bases of behavior, including the physiology of the nervous system as it relates to overall functioning as well as to the topics of learning, memory, motivation, emotion, sleep, and behavior disorders. Lectures and discussions will be supplemented by reading and reports of the professional research literature, focusing on the extent to which the current research supplements or alters the existing research knowledge base.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 571 and PSYC 471 or PSYC 331. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 580 - Cognitive Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Neural basis of cognition, perception, and attention. Human memory, problem solving, reasoning, and intelligence. Students explore, analyze, synthesize, and question information obtained from directed readings and independent research.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 580 and PSYC 480. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 600 - Advanced Topics in Behavior Analysis (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    An examination of current research in applied behavior analysis, experimental evaluation of interventions.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 647 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 602 - Teaching Psychology (Cr. 1)


    Practical experience for teaching psychology. Students learn techniques in lesson planning, lecture writing, and exam preparation.

    Notes
    May be repeated once to accrue a total of 2 credit hours. Credit cannot be used toward a degree in psychology. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Cr. 1

  
  • PSYC 603 - Principles of Learning and Behavior (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Analysis of the major theories and research results relevant to learning, an examination of the basic principles of respondent and operant learning in the context of behavior change. Basic and applied research will be considered.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 605 - Practicum in Applied Behavior Analysis (Lec. 1, Cr. 1)


    Initial supervised experience in the practice of applied behavior analysis. Students will participate in introductory clinical training and conduct direct observations of behavior under supervision.

    Notes
    Course must be completed during first semester. For students concentrating in applied behavior analysis only.

    Lec. 1 Cr. 1

  
  • PSYC 612 - Conceptual Foundations of Behavior Analysis (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    An examination of the conceptual, philosophical, and theoretical foundations of modern behavior analysis.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 615 - Verbal Behavior (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Introduction to natural science/operant conditioning/behavior analytic approach to verbal behavior and language. Consideration to include historical foundations and current applications to teaching language to learners with developmental disabilities.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 617 - Behavioral Assessment (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Principles of behavioral assessment including indirect, direct, and functional analysis in the context of a variety of clinical populations. Selected assessment tools, developing case formulation, evidence-based intervention decisions. Validity, reliability, norms, errors of measurement. Observational and behavioral interviewing considerations.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 620 - Single-Subject Methodology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Single-subject research methodology, selecting and measuring target behaviors, (assessing reliability and social validity), data management, graphing, interpreting, and evaluating behavioral data. Program monitoring and evaluation.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 621 - Applied Research Methods in Psychology (Lec. 2, Lab. 2, Cr. 3)


    Development of research skills by designing research, collecting and analyzing data, using statistical analyses, and writing research reports.

    Notes
    Students complete an independent research project. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): (STAT 231 and PSYC 427) or permission of department head.

    Lec. 2 Lab. 2 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 622 - Psychopathology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Theoretical, etiological and therapeutic aspects of psychopathological conditions. Criteria for diagnosing emphasized.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 431.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 625 - Ethics for Behavior Analysts (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Examines the standards of ethical practice for applied behavior analysis including ethical codes of conduct for the profession.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 626 - Social and Cultural Diversity (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Contemporary research and theory on cultural diversity. Emphasis on attaining multicultural literacy and understanding intergroup and interpersonal relations.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 626 and COUN 626. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 461 or permission of department head.      

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 628 - Applied Behavior Analysis Interventions (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    This course is designed to give students an overview of applied behavior analytic interventions conducted with various populations and implemented across different settings. Interventions for individuals with autism, traumatic brain injury, and dementia, as well as, interventions for typically developing individuals in the home, school, and workplace.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 631 - Techniques of Counseling (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Contemporary techniques of counseling with some consideration of major theories and ethical problems. Special emphasis on individual differences, including social and emotional needs of clients.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 631 and COUN 600. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 633 - Child Growth and Development (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Consideration of the characteristics and principles of growth and development throughout the various stages of childhood.

    Notes
    For graduate elementary education and psychology students only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 634 - Adolescent Growth and Development (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Development throughout adolescence is considered with respect to physical, mental, emotional, and social growth. Consideration will be given to earlier stages of development as they pertain to adolescence. Emphasis placed on factors that contribute to normal and abnormal behavior, as well as potential intervention strategies for adolescents.

    Notes
    For graduate secondary education and psychology students only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 639 - Human Growth and Development (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Comprehensive course dealing with the characteristics of normal growth and development throughout the life cycle. Emphasis is placed upon the respective roles of maturation and learning. Consideration is given to emotional, social, mental, and physical development.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 642 - Sport Psychology (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Analysis of psychological factors and principles affecting physical performances, behavior, and emotions in sports.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 645 - Integrated Treatment for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Disorders (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Current research and treatment perspectives for individuals with mental illness and substance abuse disorders.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 647 - Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    An examination of the basic principles and concepts of applied behavior analysis as used to improve socially important behavior problems. Topics may include: behavioral measurement procedures, single-subject designs, interpretation of single-subject data, and ethical considerations.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 651 - Group Counseling (Lec. 1, Lab. 4, Cr. 3)


    Current theory and techniques of group counseling; experimental methods and demonstrations.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 651 and COUN 631. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 631.

    Lec. 1 Lab. 4 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 655 - Addictive Behaviors: Assessment and Treatment (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Screening and assessment for addictive disorders, review of evidence-based treatment strategies for addictions including behavioral, psychosocial, and pharmacological interventions.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 656 - Couples and Family Counseling (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    An introduction to the profession, major theories, and practices of marriage and family therapy, including historical development of principle conceptualization of cybernetic and systems theory and topics dealing with divorce, blended families, and interventions commonly used with couples and families.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 656 and COUN 656. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 631 or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 658 - Experimental Analysis of Behavior (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Introduction to the basic assumptions, techniques, practices, and findings associated with the experimental analysis of behavior.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): (PSYC 603 and PSYC 647) or permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 665 - Counseling Skills (Lec. 1, Lab. 4, Cr. 3)


    Training in counseling concepts, attending and listening skills. Supervised competency-based counseling experience through role-playing and with actual clients. Students record a video of a counseling session, which is evaluated by the professional counseling faculty. Students who fail to achieve an acceptable rating on the video will receive a grade of no credit earned (NCE).

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 665 and COUN 607. For students concentrating in counseling psychology only.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 631.

    Lec. 1 Lab. 4 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 668 - Counseling Theories (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Intensive study of current counseling theories and their application.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 668 and COUN 605. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 680 - Independent Study (Cr. 1)


    Independent research into an area of interest in psychology or counseling.

    Notes
    May be repeated to accrue a total of 3 credit hours. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr. 1

  
  • PSYC 685 - Professional Orientation and Ethics (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Ethical and legal concerns of counselors, psychologists, and behavior analysts as they apply to various professional activities and settings.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 685 and COUN 637. For graduate psychology majors only.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 688 - Mental Health Counseling Practicum (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Supervised practice in mental health counseling totaling 100 clock hours with a variety of clients and problems.

    Notes
    Failure to achieve 100 clock hours will result in I grade. For students concentrating in counseling psychology who have earned 33 credit hours toward a psychology degree only.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 665 (B or higher) and permission of department head.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 694 - Applied Behavior Analysis Internship I (Lec. 1, Lab. 3, Cr. 3)


    Supervised experience totaling 325 hours applied behavior analysis within a setting approved by the department. Students will work semi-independently with both an onsite and university supervisor providing a minimum of two hour of supervision per week. Failure to achieve 325 clock hours over the semester will result in “NCE” grade; student must enroll for second term.

    Notes
    For students concentrating in applied behavior analysis only.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Lec. 1 Lab. 3 Cr. 2

  
  • PSYC 695 - Applied Behavior Analysis Internship II (Cr. 3)


    Supervised experience totaling 325 hours in applied behavior analysis within a setting approved by the department. Students will work under the close supervision of both an onsite and university supervisor providing a minimum of two hours of supervision per week. Failure to achieve 324 clock hours over the semester will result in “NCE” grade; student must enroll for a second term.

    Notes
    For students concentrating in applied behavior analysis only.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 696 - Applied Behavior Analysis Internship III (Cr. 3)


    Supervised experience totaling 650 hours in applied behavior analysis within a setting approved by the department. Students will work semi-independently with both an onsite and university supervisor providing a minimum of two hours supervision per week. Failure to achieve 325 clock hours over the semester will result in “NCE” grade; student must enroll for second term.

    Notes
    For students concentrating in applied behavior analysis only.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 698 - Mental Health Counseling Internship (Cr. 3)


    Supervised work in a counseling setting totalling 900 clock hours over two regular semesters under the supervision of an approved site supervisor. Intern will enroll in this course for two semesters with credit given for each semester.

    Notes
    Failure to achieve 900 clock hours over two regular semesters will result in I grade in the second regular semester. For students concentrating in counseling psychology only.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 688 and permission of department head.

    Cr. 3

  
  • PSYC 699 - Thesis (Cr. 1-6)


    Student must register for the thesis course during each regular semester the thesis is in progress. Student must be enrolled in Thesis the semester the thesis is completed and approved by the permanent 3-member committee.

    Notes
    For graduate psychology majors only.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr. 1-6

  
  • RADS 101 - Introduction to Radiography (Lec. 3, Cr. 3)


    Radiography and its role in healthcare delivery. Imaging equipment, radiation safety, radiographic contrast media, image receptors, and professional organizations. Infection control, use of tubes, catheters, medical emergencies, communication, and patient care. Social and ethical healthcare issues, moral, legal, and social responsibilities.

    Notes
    No duplicate credit for RADS 101 and RADT 101.

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.

    Lec. 3 Cr. 3

 

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