Apr 30, 2024  
2022-2023 Academic Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions


The courses listed below are all active courses in the course inventory. Students should refer to the class schedule or the appropriate academic department to inquire about course offerings.

 
  
  • NURS 820 - Quality and Safety Across Healthcare Systems


    Description
    Evidence-based concepts from communication studies, patient safety, organizational quality, and healthcare science to prepare nurses to take an active role in transforming healthcare and clinical practice. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NURS 805.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
  
  • NURS 825 - Translating Research into Practice


    Description
    Investigation of current translational science frameworks, methods, applications, and challenges.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NURS 800.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • NURS 830 - Legal and Ethical Practice


    Description
    Examines the nature and practice of bioethics, justice, and legal issues in healthcare decision making and ethical controversy.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • NURS 835 - Organizational and Healthcare Systems Leadership


    Description
    Examines the role of advanced practice nurses in developing and influencing organizations and systems processes.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • NURS 840 - Interprofessional Collaboration and Population Outcomes


    Description
    Examination of the multifaceted issues pertaining to population health and health promotion in the local, regional, national, and global populations across the lifespan. Application of the concept of interprofessional teamwork to focus on health issues and strategies to eliminate health disparities across all population groups.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NURS 815.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • NURS 845 - Healthcare Policy for Advocacy in Healthcare


    Description
    Prepares students to design, influence, and implement healthcare policies that shape healthcare financing, regulation, and delivery. Students will analyze the interdependence of the significant issues influencing the development of health policy and the delivery of healthcare.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NURS 830.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
  
  • NURS 850 - Clinical Scholarship for Evidence-based Practice I


    Description
    In-depth analysis of psychiatric mental health advanced practice issues and planning for DNP project.

    Note(s)
    May be repeated to accrue a total of 4 credit hours, but only 2 credit hours may be applied toward a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NURS 810, NURS 815, NURS 820, NURS 825, NURS 830, NURS 835, and NURS 840.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): NURS 845.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
  
  • NURS 851 - Clinical Scholarship for Evidence-based Practice II


    Description
    A progression of NURS 850 in which the DNP project is implemented.

    Note(s)
    May be repeated to accrue a total of 4 credit hours, but only 2 credit hours may be applied toward a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NURS 850.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
  
  • NURS 852 - Clinical Scholarship for Evidence-based Practice III


    Description
    A progression of NURS 851 in which the results of the DNP project are evaluated and disseminated to the nursing community.

    Note(s)
    May be repeated to accrue a total of 4 credit hours, but only 2 credit hours may be applied toward a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): NURS 851.

    Cr 2
    Lec 2
  
  • ORIN 101 - Freshman Orientation


    Description
    Workshop designed to aid new students in adjusting to the University. Emphasis on University policies and procedures to include registration, available services, placement tests, campus social life, location of various University facilities, etc.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for ORIN 101 and FFND 101.

    Cr 0
    Course Fee $250.00 Traditional; $100.00 Non-traditional/Transfer; $50.00 Online

  
  • OSBC 105 - Basic Microsoft Word


    Description
    Microcomputer applications using Microsoft Word software.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • OSBC 207 - Microsoft Excel for Business


    Description
    Business applications of Microsoft Excel software: spreadsheets, databases, and graphics.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for OSBC 207 and OSBC 307.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • OSBC 307 - Microsoft Excel


    Description
    Microsoft Excel software for spreadsheets, database, and graphics.

    Note(s)
    Students should have knowledge of word processing software. No duplicate credit for OSBC 307 and OSBC 207.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • OSBC 465 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Business Subjects


    Description
    Methods, materials, objectives, lesson planning, and skill-building for business subjects in grades 6-12.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for OSBC 465 and OSBC 361 or OSBC 565.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): (EDUC 200 or EDUC 499) and EDUC 333 (with a grade of C or better).

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Field Experience 20 hours

  
  • OSBC 565 - Methods of Teaching Secondary Business Subjects


    Description
    Methods, materials, objectives, lesson planning, and skill-building for teaching business subjects in grades 6-12.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for OSBC 565 and OSBC 361 or OSBC 465.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): EDUC 599.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • OSBC 582 - Methods, Models, and Strategies for Teaching Secondary Business Subjects I


    Description
    Methods, materials, objectives, lesson planning, and skill-building for business subjects in grades 6-12.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Corequisite(s): EDUC 617.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Field Experience 20 hours

  
  • PHIL 102 - Critical Thinking


    LCCN CPHL 2113, Introduction to Logic

    Description
    Argument and reasoning using simple formal logical systems, inductive logic, informal logic, and other patterns of critical thinking.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Mathematics/Analytical Reasoning
  
  • PHIL 201 - Introduction to Philosophy


    LCCN CPHL 1013, Introduction to Philosophy

    Description
    Philosophical problems including such topics as the existence of God, the nature of the human mind, free will and determinism, and the foundations of knowledge and ethics.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Humanities
  
  • PHIL 251 - Biomedical Ethics and Decision Making


    Description
    Basic principles of critical thinking and contemporary ethical theories forming the foundations for ethical decision making in the biomedical community.

    Note(s)
    For chemistry (prepharmacy concentration), liberal studies (philosophy concentration), health and human performance (sports medicine concentration), medical laboratory science, nursing, and radiologic sciences majors only.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Humanities
  
  • PHIL 252 - Ethics in the Sciences


    Description
    Introduction to the major schools of thought in moral thinking: Virtue Ethics, Consequentialist Moral Theories, Deontological Moral Theories, and Ethical Intuitionism. Special attention is paid to case studies of ethical problems that arise in the sciences and engineering.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Humanities
  
  • PHIL 253 - Philosophy in Film


    Description
    An examination of classical philosophical themes and questions as developed in film. Attention will be paid to the unexpected depth of philosophical inquiry in films that are not normally thought of as overtly philosophical.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHIL 254 - Professional Ethics


    Description
    Study of theoretical and applied ethical standards. Exposure to methods of resolving ethical conflicts from traditional philosophical approaches like utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics as well as more recent approaches emphasizing their specific roles and professional duties like care ethics and the expectations of their professional societies. Also provides exposure to content areas detailing specific current ethical challenges in organizational ethics, environmental ethics, communication ethics, and professionalism.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Humanities
  
  • PHIL 311 - History of Ancient and Medieval Thought


    Description
    Western philosophy from ancient Greece to the Renaissance.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHIL 311 and PHIL 301.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHIL 312 - History of Modern Thought


    Description
    Western philosophy in the 17th through 19th centuries, with particular focus on the Rationalist/Empiricist debate.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHIL 312 and PHIL 202 or PHIL 303.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHIL 314 - Existentialism


    Description
    Existential thought through the 19th and 20th centuries.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHIL 315 - Political Philosophy


    Description
    Great political philosophers from the ancient through the modern period. General issues such as law, justice, and rights will be discussed in relation to the development and maintenance of societies.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHIL 315 and GOVT 303, GOVT 315, GOVT 330, GOVT 331, or PHIL 321.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHIL 331 - Ethics


    Description
    Major concepts of morality and assessment. Issues include skepticism, relativism, naturalism, and religious ethics.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHIL 334 - Formal Logic


    Description
    Syntax and semantics of modern first order formal logic with emphasis on the construction of formal proofs and identification and translation of ordinary language arguments into the language of formal logic.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHIL 341 - Philosophy of Religion


    Description
    Traditional and contemporary issues in religion, including the nature and existence of God, the nature of religious knowledge and belief, miracles, immorality, and the relationship between science and religion.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHIL 481 - Special Topics in Philosophy


    Description
    Selected topic in historical or contemporary philosophy.

    Note(s)
    May be repeated as topics vary to accrue a total of 9 credit hours. No duplicate credit for PHIL 481 and PHIL 581 of the same topic.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PHIL or permission of department head.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHSC 101 - Physical Science I


    LCCN CPHY 1023, Physical Science I

    Description
    Topics including mechanics, electricity and magnetism, optics, thermodynamics, atomic and nuclear physics, and introductory chemistry. Designed for the non-physical science major.

    Note(s)
    May be taken as a physical science sequence with PHSC 102.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Natural Sciences
  
  • PHSC 102 - Introductory Astronomy


    Description
    Introduction to the astronomy of the solar system, the Sun and other stars, nebulae, and galaxies. Equipment is available for telescopic observations. Designed for the non-physical science major.

    Note(s)
    May be taken as a physical science sequence with PHSC 101.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Natural Sciences
  
  • PHYS 201 - General Physics I


    LCCN CPHY 2113, Physics I (Algebra/Trigonometry Based); CPHY 2114, Physics I (Algebra/Trigonometry Based) Lec + Lab

    Description
    Algebra/Trig-based physics: vectors, kinematics, Newton’s Laws, momentum, work and energy, rotations, oscillations, elasticity and equilibrium; thermodynamics. Not intended for engineering majors.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHYS 201 and PHYS 211.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 113 or MATH 170.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Natural Sciences
  
  • PHYS 202 - General Physics II


    LCCN CPHY 2123, Physics II (Algebra/Trigonometry Based); CPHY 2124, Physics II (Algebra/Trigonometry Based) Lec + Lab

    Description
    A continuation of PHYS 201. Electricity, magnetism, light, and modern physics.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHYS 202 and PHYS 212.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201 or permission of department head.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Natural Sciences
  
  • PHYS 205 - Introductory Physics Laboratory I


    LCCN CPHY 2111, Physics I Lab (Algebra/Trigonometry Based); CPHY 2114, Physics I (Algebra/Trigonometry Based) Lec + Lab

    Description
    Algebra/Trig-based physics: experiments in mechanics. Not intended for engineering majors.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHYS 205 and PHYS 211L.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): PHYS 201 or PHYS 211.

    Cr 1
    Lab 3
    Course Fee $10.00

  
  • PHYS 206 - Introductory Physics Laboratory II


    LCCN CPHY 2121, Physics II Lab (Algebra/Trigonometry Based); CPHY 2124, Physics II (Algebra/Trigonometry Based) Lec + Lab

    Description
    Algebra/Trig-based physics: experiments in electricity, magnetism, and light. Not intended for engineering majors.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHYS 206 and PHYS 212L.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): PHYS 202 or PHYS 212.

    Cr 1
    Lab 3
    Course Fee $10.00

  
  • PHYS 211 - University Physics I


    LCCN CPHY 2133, Physics I (Calculus Based)

    Description
    Calculus-based physics: vectors, kinematics, Newton’s Laws, momentum, work and energy, rotations, oscillations, elasticity and equilibrium. Intended for engineering and physical science majors.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHYS 211 and PHYS 201.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 190 or permission of department head.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Natural Sciences
  
  • PHYS 212 - University Physics II


    LCCN CPHY 2153, Physics III (Calculus Based)

    Description
    Calculus-based physics: gravitational fields; waves; electrostatics; circuits; magnetism; and light. Intended for engineering and physical science majors.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHYS 212 and PHYS 202.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 211.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Natural Sciences
  
  • PHYS 311 - Analytical Mechanics


    Description
    Intermediate level mechanics course focusing on vector aspects of dynamics. Topics include: non-inertial reference frames, rigid-body motion, potential theory, central force motion, damped and driven oscillators.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 211.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 292.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHYS 321 - Optics


    Description
    Study of the fundamental principles of light with emphasis upon image formation; diffraction and limitations of optical systems; optical material and testing of optical units; optical and image forming instruments; and spectroscopic, interferometer, and polarizing apparatus.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 202 or PHYS 212.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 291.

    Cr 4
    Lec 3
    Lab 3
  
  • PHYS 341 - Modern Physics I


    Description
    Introduction to modern physics. Topics include relativistic mechanics and dynamics, experimental foundations of quantum mechanics, Schrodinger’s equation, potential wells and barriers, and the hydrogen atom.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 212.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 292.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHYS 342 - Modern Physics II


    Description
    A continuation of Modern Physics. Topics include quantum mechanics of atoms and molecules, condensed matter physics, statistical physics, and nuclear physics.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 341.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHYS 351 - Introduction to Astrophysics


    Description
    Physical properties of the solar system, stellar structure, stellar systems, galaxies, and cosmology, with emphasis on the application of contemporary physics.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 212.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 291.

    Cr 4
    Lec 3
    Lab 3
  
  • PHYS 401 - Principles of Electricity and Magnetism I


    Description
    Vector treatment of the fundamentals of electricity and magnetism. Topics include: Vector analysis; Gauss’ law; electric field intensity; energy and potential; conductors, dielectrics, and capacitance; Poisson’s and Laplace’s equations; magnetostatics.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHYS 401 and PHYS 501.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 212.
    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 292.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHYS 411 - Nuclear Physics


    Description
    History of nuclear physics; particles and waves; atomic structure; isotopes and nuclear structure; X-Rays; Gamma Rays; Alpha Rays and Beta particles; particle accelerators and induced transformations; nuclear fission and power; radiation techniques.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): (PHYS 341 and PHYS 342) or permission of department head.

    Cr 4
    Lec 3
    Lab 3
  
  • PHYS 421 - Thermodynamics


    Description
    Effects of heat and work on gases, liquids, and solids. The equation of state, the first and second laws of thermodynamics, and heat engines. Introduction to kinetic theory and statistical mechanics.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHYS 421 and PHYS 521.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 211 and MATH 291.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHYS 423 - Solid State Physics


    Description
    Properties of the crystalline state, including lattice defects, paramagnetism, ferromagnetism, and anti-ferromagnetism. Band theory of metals, semiconductors, and superconductors.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHYS 423 and PHYS 523.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 341.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHYS 481 - Quantum Mechanics


    Description
    Basic concepts of quantum mechanics. Schrödinger’s equation, wave functions, square well functions, square well potentials, hydrogen atom, and angular momentum.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 301 and PHYS 341.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PHYS 523 - Solid State Physics


    Description
    Theory and application of solid state devices; binding in molecules and crystals; energy bands, electrons in metals; electrical thermal and magnetic properties of solids; and semiconductor theory. Library readings and reports required.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PHYS 523 and PHYS 423.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 341.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PIAN 115 - Class Piano


    Description
    Group instruction in piano for non-piano music majors, providing students with keyboard skills appropriate to their major fields.

    For information about Advanced Placement opportunities based on your test scores, please refer to the McNeese State University Advanced Placement Program  section of the Academic Regulations page of the Academic Catalog.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2

  
  • PIAN 116 - Class Piano


    Description
    Group instruction in piano for non-piano music majors, providing students with keyboard skills appropriate to their major fields.

    For information about Advanced Placement opportunities based on your test scores, please refer to the McNeese State University Advanced Placement Program  section of the Academic Regulations page of the Academic Catalog.

    Note(s)
    For music majors or minors only.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PIAN 115.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2

  
  • PIAN 215 - Class Piano


    Description
    Group instruction in piano for non-piano music majors, providing students with keyboard skills appropriate to their major fields.

    For information about Advanced Placement opportunities based on your test scores, please refer to the McNeese State University Advanced Placement Program  section of the Academic Regulations page of the Academic Catalog.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PIAN 115 and PIAN 116.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2

  
  • PIAN 216 - Class Piano


    Description
    Group instruction in piano for non-piano music majors, providing students with keyboard skills appropriate to their major fields.

    For information about Advanced Placement opportunities based on your test scores, please refer to the McNeese State University Advanced Placement Program  section of the Academic Regulations page of the Academic Catalog.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PIAN 215.

    Cr 1
    Lab 2

  
  • PLA 300 - Prior Learning Portfolio Development


    Description
    Develop comprehensive written documentation of prior learning experience for credit. Emphasis on research, experiential learning theories, and narrative writing skills.

    Note(s)
    Satisfactory course completion required for portfolio submission in petition of credit.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 102 (with a grade of C or better) or University writing assessment sample required.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PLEG 101 - Introduction to Paralegal Studies


    Description
    Designed to acquaint student with the concept, background and definition of the legal assistant and work in law-related situations.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PLEG 201 - Administrative Law


    Description
    Role of the paralegal in interpreting and applying the rules and regulations promulgated by government agencies.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PLEG 207 - Corporate Law


    Description
    Practical aspects of the law of business corporations, i.e., detailed analysis of partnerships and corporations, corporate forms and structure, stock and dividends, and corporate dissolution.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PLEG 220 - Domestic Relations Law


    Description
    Specific aspects of domestic relations law, including annulment, divorce, custody, child support, and adoptions.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PLEG 223 - Litigation and Trial Practice


    Description
    Litigation and trial practice to include court organization, federal and state civil procedure, civil courses of action, introduction to evidence, trial preparation, trial and appeal procedures.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PLEG 225 - Paralegal Internship


    Description
    Supervised work in a law office. The paralegal internship is coordinated by the Coordinator of Paralegal Studies and approved by the Department Head. Students must work 120 clock hours in the law office to earn 3 credit hours.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • INT
  
  • PLEG 226 - Criminal Procedures and Trials


    Description
    Practice of law in criminal cases along with appeal structure and procedures.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PLEG 227 - Torts


    Description
    Intentional and negligent injuries and no-fault liability with emphasis on protection of persons and property from physical harm.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PLEG 228 - Contracts


    Description
    Law relating to contracts including such topics as offer and acceptance, form and consideration, assignment and discharge. Special emphasis is given to Louisiana law.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PLEG 250 - Legal Research


    Description
    Basic skills used in legal research to include analysis and evaluation of information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 201 - American Government


    LCCN CPOL 2013, Introduction to American Government

    Description
    Principles, structures, processes, and functions of U. S. government.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 201 and GOVT 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Social/Behavioral Sciences
  
  • POLS 301 - State and Local Government


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 301 and GOVT 301.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 320 - International Relations and Politics


    Description
    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.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 320 and GOVT 320.

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

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 350 - Introduction to Public Administration


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 350 and GOVT 350.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 351 - Public Personnel Administration


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 351 and GOVT 351.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 360 - American Political Behavior


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 360 and GOVT 360.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 370 - Public Policy


    Description
    Formation, adoption, implementation and evaluation of public policy.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 370 and GOVT 370.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 401 - Political Parties in the United States


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 401 and GOVT 401, GOVT 501, or POLS 501.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 403 - Russian Politics


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 403 and GOVT 403, GOVT 503, or POLS 503.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201 or POLS 240.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 410 - Constitutional Interpretation


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 410 and GOVT 410, GOVT 510, or POLS 510.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 421 - American Foreign Policy


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 421 and GOVT 421, GOVT 521, or POLS 521.

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

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 422 - Middle Eastern Politics


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 422 and GOVT 422, GOVT 522, or POLS 522.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201 or POLS 240.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 426 - Civil Rights and Civil Liberties


    Description
    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.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 426 and GOVT 426, GOVT 526, or POLS 526.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 447 - The Legislative Process


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 447 and GOVT 447, GOVT 547, or POLS 547.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 448 - The Executive Process


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 448 and GOVT 448, GOVT 548, or POLS 548.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 449 - The Judicial Process


    Description
    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.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for POLS 449 and GOVT 449, GOVT 549, or POLS 549.

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

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • POLS 480 - Conflict and Diplomacy


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

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): POLS 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology


    LCCN CPSY 2013, Introduction to Psychology

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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 101 and PSYC 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Social/Behavioral Sciences
    • NYF
  
  • PSYC 211 - Educational Psychology


    LCCN CPSY 2613, Educational Psychology

    Description
    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)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 233 - Psychology of Human Development


    LCCN CPSY 2113, Developmental Psychology

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

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Social/Behavioral Sciences
  
  • PSYC 260 - Child Psychology


    LCCN CPSY 2313, Child Psychology

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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 260 and PSYC 310.

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

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Social/Behavioral Sciences
  
  • PSYC 261 - Adolescent Psychology


    LCCN CPSY 2213, Adolescent Psychology

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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 261 and PSYC 311.

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

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • GNED - Social/Behavioral Sciences
  
  • PSYC 305 - Psychology of Learning


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

    Note(s)
    For psychology majors only.

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

    Cr 3
    Lec 1
    Lab 4
  
  • PSYC 321 - Industrial and Business Psychology


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

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 or PSYC 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 361 - History of Mental Health Counseling


    Description
    Designed to acquaint undergraduate students with the field of counseling including:  counseling as a unique and distinguished profession; the history of counseling; the nature of the counselor; and the unique laws and ethics which guide the counseling profession.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 3 credit hours of PSYC.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 389 - Internship in Applied Psychology


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

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department head.

    Cr 3
    Lab 9
    Course Designation(s)
    • INT
  
  • PSYC 399 - Special Problems


    Description
    Independent study under the direction of a psychology faculty member.

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

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 404 - History and Theories of Psychology


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

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
    Course Designation(s)
    • NYF
  
  • PSYC 427 - Research Methodology in Psychology


    Description
    Introduction to the basics of conducting research and writing scientific reports in psychology. Topics include strategies for and practice with locating background research, familiarization with the ethics of research with human participants, and an examination of descriptive and experimental designs, along with appropriate statistical techniques to analyze those designs.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 427 and PSYC 520.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 428 - Procedures in Psychology Research


    Description
    Development of research skills and writing competence, including selection of topics that are feasible for student research, familiarization with ethical rules for research with human participants and the IRB process, and increased mastery of correct use of statistical analysis techniques and correct format for reporting research findings using APA format.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 428 and PSYC 521.

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

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 431 - Abnormal Psychology


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

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 440 - Psychology of Gender


    Description
    Examination of research on gender and gender stereotypes.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 440 and PSYC 540.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 447 - Applied Behavior Analysis


    Description
    Applied behavior analysis focusing on psychological disorders.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 447 and PSYC 547.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 451 - Theories of Personality


    Description
    Survey of major personality theories.

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 451 and PSYC 524.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 454 - Health Psychology


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 454 and PSYC 354 or PSYC 554.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 or PSYC 201.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
  
  • PSYC 455 - Addictive Behaviors


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

    Note(s)
    No duplicate credit for PSYC 455 and PSYC 556.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
    Prerequisite(s): 6 credit hours of PSYC.

    Cr 3
    Lec 3
 

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