PHILOSOPHY (PHIL)

PHIL 2200. Ways of Knowing. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 0099 and READ 0099, if required; ENGL 1101 recommended.
A philosophical, critical examination of the different ways of knowing and thinking in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences-including ethical and religious perspectives. Emphasis is on the nature and purpose of philosophical inquiry as applied to selected issues within philosophy and the broader implications of these methods and questions for other disciplines and in everyday contexts.

PHIL 3301. Ethics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
A study of the major approaches to ethical thought and the applicability of these approaches to selected issues in the humanities, sciences, and professional areas including business, medicine and law.

PHIL 3305. Logic. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and MATH 1101 (or equivalent).
An introduction to deductive logic with focus on the theoretical and practical aspects of categorical propositions and syllogisms, truth function logic, the method of natural deduction, and predicate logic.

PHIL 3310. Ancient and Medieval Philosophy. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
A study of the topics, problems and doctrines of ancient and medieval western philosophers including the pre-Socratics, Plato, Aristotle, Augustine and Aquinas.

PHIL 3311. Modern Western Philosophy. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
A study of topics, problems and doctrines of modern western philosophers beginning with Descartes and concluding with Nietzsche.

PHIL 3312. Contemporary Western Philosophy. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
A study of major movements in twentieth century western philosophy including positivism, pragmatism, phenomenology, philosophy of language and post-modernism and of the impact of these philosophical movements on other areas including the arts, sciences and politics.

PHIL 3313. American Philosophy. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
A study of major topics and philosophers in the United States from the colonial period through the twentieth century including Jefferson, Emerson, Royce, DuBois, James and Dewey.

PHIL 3320. Religions of the World. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
A study of selected world religions with primary concentration of the origin and major periods of the scriptural and doctrinal development of these religions.

PHIL 4400. Directed Study. 1-3 credit hours.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and department chair prior to registration.
Special topics of an advanced nature not in the regular course offerings.

PHIL 4415. Feminist Philosophy. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
A study of the main currents of contemporary U.S. feminist philosophy including liberal feminism, radical feminism, socialist feminism and post-modern feminism.

PHIL 4420. Existentialism. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
A study of Existentialism and Phenomenology including their historical roots in the nineteenth century, its major exponents of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, and its impact on philosophy, literature, and other academic disciplines.

PHIL 4425. The Asian Philosophical Traditions. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
The Asian Philosophical Traditions is an upper-division survey course that presents an in-depth exploration into the philosophies of India, China and Japan and engages an ongoing comparison of the various traditions with each other and with western traditions.

PHIL 4490. Special Topics in Philosophy. 1-3 credit hours.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102.
A study of selected topics within philosophy.

PHYSICS (PHYS)

PHYS 1111. Introductory Physics I. 3-2-4.
Prerequisite: MATH 1113.
An introduction to classical mechanics, vibrations and waves, heat and kinetic theory. Topics include motion, force, statics, work, torque and rotational dynamics, oscillations, sound, temperature and heat transfer. The conservation laws of energy, and momentum and their application to mechanical and thermal systems, will be emphasized. Subject matter content will be reinforced through a systematic development of conceptual as well as quantitative problem solving skills. Laboratories will accompany these topics and concepts.

PHYS 1112. Introductory Physics II. 3-2-4.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1111.
An introduction to classical electromagnetic theory, geometrical and physical optics and modern physics. Major topics include the concepts of the electric field and potential, circuits and their elements, magnetic fields, inductance, electromagnetic waves and their interaction with various media, interference and diffraction. Selected topics from atomic and nuclear physics as well as relativity will also be discussed. Subject matter content will be reinforced through a systematic development of conceptual as well as quantitative problem solving. Laboratories will accompany these topics and concepts.

PHYS 2211. Principles of Physics I. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: MATH 1190; Corequisite: PHYS 2211L.
An introduction to classical mechanics, vibrations and waves, heat and kinetic theory. Topics include motion, force statics, work, torque and rotational dynamics, oscillations, sound, temperature and heat transfer. The conservation laws of energy, momentum and thermal systems will be emphasized. Subject matter content will be reinforced through a systematic development of conceptual as well as quantitative problem solving skills. Problem solving will utilize concepts and techniques of differentiation and integration.

PHYS 2211L. Principles Physics I Lab. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: MATH 1190; Corequisite: PHYS 2211.
Laboratory exercises to accompany topics and concepts in Physics 2211.

PHYS 2212. Principles Physics II. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PHYS 2211, PHYS 2211L; Corequisite: PHYS 2212L.
An introduction to classical electromagnetic theory, geometrical and physical optics and modern physics. Major topics include the concepts of the electric field and potential, circuits, and their elements, magnetic fields, inductance, electromagnetic waves and their integration with various media, interference and diffraction. Selected topics from atomic and nuclear physics as well as relativity will also be discussed. Subject matter content will be reinforced through conceptual as well as quantitative problem solving. Problem solving will utilize concepts and techniques of both differentiation and integration.

PHYS 2212L. Principles Physics II Lab. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PHYS 2211, PHYS 2211L; Corequisite: PHYS 2212.
Laboratory exercises to accompany topics and concepts in PHYS 2212.

PHYS 3300. Analysis of Physical Systems. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: MATH 2202; PHYS 1112 or 2211.
An examination of the mathematical tools used across different fields of physics combined with their application to specific problems selected from areas such as classical mechanics and electromagnetism. Practical physics problems will illustrate the use of vectors, matrices, differential equations, complex variables, probability and error analysis.

PHYS 3305. Modern Physics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: MATH 2202; PHYS 1112 or 2211.
A course in modern physics for students in math and science. Topics will include quantum mechanics, relativity, solid state physics, the Bohr model, Rutherford scattering, angular momentum, selection rules for quantum numbers and the Schrodinger wave equation. A combination of descriptive and mathematical models will be used.

PHYS 3310. How and Why - The Physics in Everyday Life. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Any core lab science sequence.
This course will utilize physics as a tool for understanding how everyday systems work and why tasks are done in certain ways. It will be taught at a level appropriate for the general audience. Demonstrations and student activities will be used to investigate the operation of a variety of systems selected from areas such as household appliances, communication systems, transportation systems, television, radio, computers and the electrical power system. These examinations will be tied together with the underlying principles from mechanics, optics, electricity and magnetism. The large role of energy in modern society will be examined in detail.

PHYS 3311. Concepts of Modern Physics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Any core lab science sequence.
A look at quantum mechanics (the physics of the very small) and relativity (the physics of high speeds and high energies) for the general audience. The puzzles of modern physics and some philosophical implications will be considered. Topics will include the wave-particle problem, the uncertainty principle, time dilation, and why the speed of light is the "speed limit" for the universe. The strong experimental evidence supporting these (seemingly) strange and paradoxical ideas will also be discussed.

PHYS 3312. Concepts of Optics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Any core lab science sequence.
A survey of optics and its applications for the general audience. Topics will include the nature of light, optical instruments and methods, color perception and depth perception. Techniques of color reproduction will be examined in areas such as photography, printing, art, color TV, and computer graphics. The course will include the fundamentals of optical systems such as holography, photography, microscopy and fiber optics. Emphasis will be on the applications of optical principles.

PHYS 3340. Electronics. 3-2-4.
Prerequisite: MATH 1113.
Fundamentals of analog and digital electronics. This course starts with basic electrical circuit operation and progresses to operational amplifiers as an example of practical analog circuits and to basic computer interfacing as an example of the operation of digital circuits. Lab involves hands-on work with both analog and digital electronic circuits.

PHYS 4400. Directed Study. 1-4.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor, major area committee and Biology/Physics Department Chair prior to registration.
Special topics of an advanced nature that are not in the regular course offerings.

PHYS 4490. Special Topics in Physics. 1-4.
Prerequisite: Varies as to topic.
Selected special topics of general interest to the faculty and students.

POLITICAL SCIENCE & INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS (POLS)

POLS 1101. American Government in a Global Perspective. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 0099 and READ 0099, if required.
Examination of the institutions and processes of American government and Georgia State government. Global comparisons are made between the governments of the U.S. and other modern nation-states.

POLS 2212. State and Local Government. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101 .
A general survey of state and local government; recent and current trends.

POLS 2250. Contemporary International Politics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course provides an introduction to the study of international relations. Sources of international order, conflict and war, determinants of foreign policy, global actors and the dynamics of political interaction between nation-states are examined.

POLS 2260. Current Political Issues. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course exposes students to critical contemporary political and government-related issues and provides some context and background. It ties the various issues to subfields of political science. Domestic-international linkage is emphasized.

POLS 2280. Research Methods. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101; MATH 0099 if required.
An introduction to the empirical methods in social science research. It provides the student with a working knowledge of the design, implementation and evaluation of social science research.

POLS 3303. Politics and Public Policy Formation. 3-0- 3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Origins, principles, structures, processes and practices of American national government. Stresses different perspectives on democratic theory and the adequacy of government institutions.

POLS 3315. American Constitutional Law: Federalism. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
The constitutional powers and limitations of national legislative, executive and judicial branches are examined. The course includes analyses of the constitutional relationship of these political institutions to each other and to the states.

POLS 3320. Legal Research. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
An introduction to legal resources for law-related courses and to problems that demonstrate the effective utilization of legal research and reference tools in a manner designed to meet the needs of the student in both law and non-law fields. An understanding of legal rules is necessary for scientists, archaeologists and other professionals.

POLS 3323. Political Ideologies. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Emphasizes the political development and application of contemporary ideologies such as nationalism, capitalism, socialism, democracy, marxism, conservatism, liberalism, feminism, communitarianism, facism, liberation movements, and others.

POLS 3334. Comparative Politics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
An introduction to the comparative approaches for the study of politics, focusing on patterns of development and change in contemporary political systems.

POLS 3343. Principles of Public Administration. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
The methods and procedures of governmental administration and the control of public bureaucracies in democratic societies.

POLS 3350. American Foreign Policy. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course explores the conduct, substantive policy issues and problems associated with American foreign policy. The contemporary aspects and problems evolving out of and confronted by America's foreign policy are emphasized.

POLS 3360. The United States Congress. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Presents an in-depth treatment of the origins, development, operation and reform of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.

POLS 3370. The United States Presidency. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Examines the historical development of the presidency, the constitutional powers, the personalities, the roles and the relationship with other governmental entities.

POLS 3380. Mass Media and Politics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Examines the role of the mass media in society. Emphasis is placed on the media's role in the social, legal and political processes in the United States, as well as other democratic and nondemocratic countries.

POLS 3385. Campaigns and Elections. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
An in-depth look at the process of selecting governmental leaders in the United States. Includes a segment on foreign elections.

POLS 3396. Cooperative Study. 1 - 3 credit hours.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101; approval of Department Chair and Coordinator of Cooperative Education/Internship - Career Services.
A supervised work experience program in business, industry or government. For sophomore, junior or senior level students who wish to obtain successive on-the-job experience in conjunction with their academic training.

POLS 3398. Internship. 1 - 12 credit hours.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101; approval of Department Chair and Department Internship Coordinator.
A supervised, credit-earning work experience with a previously approved business firm, private agency or government agency. Students must make application with the Internship Coordinator before the end of the semester prior to the semester in which the internship is planned.

POLS 4000. Service Learning in Political Science and International Affairs. 1-3 credit hours.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101; 60 hours and permission of instructor and department chair/program director.
A community activity which links learning to life by connecting meaningful community service activities with academic learning, personal growth, and civic responsibility. Activity will be designed with the instructor and approved by the chair/program director.

POLS 4400. Directed Study. 1 - 3 credit hours.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101; approval of Instructor, Advisor and Department Chair prior to registration.
Covers special topics and seminars external to regular course offerings.

POLS 4402. Political Parties and Interest Groups. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Examines the nature, structure and functions of political parties in differing national cultural contexts with particular attention to the electoral activity of political parties in the United States.

POLS 4405. Comparative Legal Systems. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
An examination of the ways in which the courts and the law in different countries affect public policy. The source and methods utilized in different legal systems (both democratic and nondemocratic) as transforming agents of society and/or means for maintaining order within it are explored.

POLS 4410. American Legal System. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Basic concepts of American law, judicial selection, the legal profession, court systems, criminal justice and judicial behavior.

POLS 4411. Criminal Law. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
An examination of those areas in which the U.S. Constitution affects criminal justice. Emphasis on understanding the role of the Supreme Court of the United States in interpreting provisions of the Constitution that affect criminal justice. An attempt to understand the content of important decisions in this area as well as the reason given by the Court for decisions.

POLS 4412. Urban Affairs and Problems. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Emphasis on the changing patterns of local and municipal governments and politics, impact of reapportionment and other problems generated by an urbanized society.

POLS 4415. Civil Liberties. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
An intensive study of the rights of Americans as guaranteed by the Constitution. The changing character of civil liberties problems in the United States will be stressed with attention given to the legal, historical and political context of the cases studied.

POLS 4420. Judicial Process. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Courts and judges as agents in the political system; focus is on the judicial decision-making process, with attention to psychological and other variables in that process. Relation of judicial process to legislative, administrative and electoral processes emphasized.

POLS 4421. Ancient and Medieval Political Thought. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
A survey of the political thought of Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Aquinas and Machiavelli emphasizing the aspects of their thought most relevant to the development of Western political institutions.

POLS 4422. Modern and Contemporary Political Thought. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
A survey of the political thought of Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Burke, Hume, Hegel, Mill and Marx emphasizing the aspects of their thought most relevant to the development of Western political institutions.

POLS 4425. Early American Political Thought: 1620 to 1865. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course concentrates on the development and explication of American political ideas including the English backgrounds of American political thought, the colonial and formative eras.

POLS 4426. Modern American Political Thought: 1865 to Present. 3-0-3.
Prerequisites: POLS 1101.
American political thought from the Civil War era to the contemporary era emphasizing the development of the ideas underpinning the development of democracy, industrialization, the rise of the positive state and the cold war period.

POLS 4430. International Law and Organization. 3-0-3.
Prerequisites: POLS 1101.
This course examines the system of law governing relations between nation-states, and the roles and functions of international organizations. It explores the conventional international law in the areas of diplomacy, territorial questions and armed conflicts, as well as the developing regimes in trade and human rights. In addition, the course examines the structures and functions of some contemporary organizations in the security and economic areas and evaluates their performance and contribution.

POLS 4435. Comparative Foreign Policy. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
A study of governmental formulation and conduct of foreign policy, focusing on major foreign policy issues that dominate the contemporary world.

POLS 4436. Politics of Developing Areas. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course confronts the patterns of development of governmental institutions and use of political processes in meeting the problems of the emerging nations of Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.

POLS 4438. Politics of International Economic Relations. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101 and ECON 2200.
An exploration of the fundamental questions about government and policies, about market systems and about relations between the two.

POLS 4444. Administrative Practices and Organization. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Problems of personnel, finance, administrative law, and the growth and significance of administrative legislation and adjudication.

POLS 4446. Governmental Budgeting. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course is designed to introduce undergraduate students to the role of budgeting in the governmental process. Budgetary actors, their motivations, their stakes and their behaviors are investigated. Students examine the legislative process of the budget and budgetary implementation. Students are introduced to cutback management, funding mandates and other current issues in governmental budgeting.

POLS 4451. Politics and Government in Post-Communist Europe. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course explains the collapse of communist rule in the former Soviet Union and in Eastern Europe. It introduces the contemporary political institutions and processes of Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic and other key countries of the region. The course uses a comparative approach and develops country profiles to assess the varied degrees of success in achieving stable multiparty democracy. It examines the widely divergent strategies for meeting the severe economic, environmental, social and political challenges confronting these countries during this difficult and volatile transitional era.

POLS 4452. Politics of the Pacific Rim. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
The course is designed to acquaint students with political institutions and processes of China, Japan and Korea. Particular emphasis will be placed on analysis of the relations of these countries with the United States on selected issues of contemporary relevance.

POLS 4453. Latin America: Democracy and Development. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
Examines contemporary socio-political and economic characteristics as well as political institutions needed to understand the countries of Latin America. Two important themes-(democracy building and development) will form the central focus of this course. Driving forces which facilitate and/or hinder the Latin American quest for political stability and economic development will also be examined. These include political parties, labor and peasant movements, economic elites, religious organizations and the military. The role and influence of the United States on Latin American politics will also be examined.

POLS 4454. Politics of the Middle East and North Africa. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course examines contemporary socio-political and economic characteristics needed to understand the many countries of the Middle East/North Africa. The role of Islam, the Gulf war, the quest for development, the Palestine issue, and democracy versus authoritarianism are themes which will be covered in the course. In addition, a "country profile" approach will also be used. This course examines key countries and studies their political structures in detail.

POLS 4455. International Relations of Africa. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
This course examines the international relations of African states within a conceptual context, with particular reference to Africa's position in the global political economy. It covers both intra-African relations and African relations with the outside world. The main purpose is an attempt to understand African external politics in order to deal with them, by analyzing past practices and projecting new trends.

POLS 4456. International Environmental Policy. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
An examination of the basic elements of environmental policy making in the international arena. The course highlights current issues such as tropical rain forests, the "Global Commons" concept, bio-diversity and endangered species. Policy approaches will draw upon examples from specific countries as well as policy developed within international organizations such as the United Nations.

POLS 4465. Mock Trial. 1-0-1.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
An examination of the American trial process. The overall purpose of the course is to enhance knowledge of the American adversarial process. Students who take the course may qualify for selection to teams for state, regional and national competition. Course may be taken three times for credit with permission of the instructor.

POLS 4470. Alternative Dispute Resolution. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101.
A survey of the theory and methods of alternative dispute resolution and conflict management, with simulation in facilitation, mediation and negotiation. Basic skills will be taught.

POLS 4480. Practicum in Alternative Dispute Resolution. 2-2-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 4470; permission of Program Coordinator.
A capstone course designed to meet the Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate Program by integrating the students' prior training in alternative dispute resolution in on-site applied settings and in on-campus seminars. Students will be given applied experiences in selected public or private organizations in the community or in campus-related programs to make use of their ADR training.

POLS 4490. Special Topics in Political Science. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101; approval of Instructor and Department Chair.
Selected special topics of interest to faculty and students.

POLS 4499. Senior Seminar. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: POLS 1101; for political science major, 18 hours selected from upper division political science courses from each of the six major required areas, one of which may be taken concurrently with POLS 4499; for international affairs major, all 21 hours in general requirements courses completed, one of which may be taken concurrently with POLS 4499.
This capstone course is designed to complete the major by integrating the problems, research and theories from the divergent specialty areas of the Political Science curriculum. The course will focus on both the theoretical and empirical concerns, as well as the interconnectedness among the various Political Science specialty areas.

PSYCHOLOGY (PSYC)

PSYC 2105. Social Issues: Perspectives in Psychology. 2-0-2. 
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 (with C or better.)	
One of four disciplinary options (Anthropology 2105, Geography 2105, Psychology 
2105, Sociology 2105) that can be taken to satisfy the Social Issues requirement in the
 general education curriculum. A common set of world social issues is critically 
examined from one of four social science perspectives. The discipline of psychology 
addresses social issues from the perspective of how these issues impact the 
individual and his or her relationship to the larger society. Emphasis will be placed 
on the use of scientific methodology in the investigation of these issues.	

PSYC 2201. General Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 0099 and READ 0099, if required.
The scientific approach to the study of psychological phenomena, human development, learning and thinking, motivation and emotion, perception, testing and measurement, personality and behavior.

PSYC 2258. Psychology of Adjustment. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 0099 and READ 0099, if required.
The dynamics of normal and maladaptive adjustment, including the study of appropriate and inappropriate reactions to frustration and stress; resolution of conflicts, fears and anxiety; building emotional stability and preventing mental illness.

PSYC 3210. Careers in Psychology. 1-0-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201.
This course focuses on career planning and development issues for psychology majors. Using a combination of lecture, readings, and exercises, students will be exposed to information designed to assist in the clarification, selection, and pursuit of a career in psychology or a related field. Topics will include an overview of the undergraduate major in psychology, career options in psychology and related fields, preparation for employment with a bachelors degree, preparing for and succeeding in graduate school, and applying for a job or to a graduate school.

PSYC 3295. Computer Applications in Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2105 or 2201.
This course focuses on skill development with respect to using the personal computer as a tool in the field of psychology. After a general introduction to computer hardware, the course will emphasize applications relevant to psychology (e.g., statistical packages, word processing, spreadsheets) and using the internet (e.g., World Wide Web, FTP, Gopher, e-mail, telnet) for research and communication.

PSYC 3300. Research Methods in Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105; MATH 1101. Corequisite PSYC 3300L.
This course is designed as an introduction to methods and statistics used in psychological research, emphasizing non-experimental methodologies including observation, correlational research, surveys, archival research, and quasi-experimental and ex post facto designs. Topics will include an introduction to the scientific method, an overview of experimental design, and an emphasis on measurement and error, experimental control, descriptive statistics, statistical inference, scientific writing, and ethical issues in non-experimental research.

PSYC 3300L. Research Methods in Psychology Laboratory. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105; MATH 1101. Corequisite PSYC 3300.
Laboratory course designed to apply topics taught in PSYC 3300 (Research Methods in Psychology).

PSYC 3301. Experimental Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 3301L.
This course will focus on experimental designs used in laboratory research in psychology. Topics will include hypothesis testing, independent-group and within-subjects designs, complex designs, and statistical analysis using t-tests and the Analysis of Variance. Emphasis will be on the selection of appropriate designs for different research questions, data collection, data analysis, the interpretation of results, and writing laboratory reports.

PSYC 3301L. Experimental Psychology Laboratory. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 3301.
Laboratory course designed to apply topics taught in PSYC 3301 (Experimental Psychology).

PSYC 3305. Life-Span Developmental Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105.
Human development from conception to death, emphasizing biological, cognitive, emotional, social and personality development. Scientific approaches for studying developmental psychology will stress the importance of research methodology and research findings across the life-span. Theories of development and applications to real-world problems will provide a context for understanding how humans change during the life-cycle.

PSYC 3310. Psychoactive Drugs and Behavior. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105.
This course addresses how psychoactive drugs work in the central nervous system to affect behavior. Stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, analgesics and psychotropic drugs will be discussed primarily in terms of their pharmacological action in the brain. Substance abuse and treatment disorders will be addressed from a biological perspective.

PSYC 3320. Leadership and Group Dynamics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105. Corequisite PSYC 3320L.
Theory and application of psychological knowledge regarding group formation, group process and leadership. Issues are examined in the context of ongoing intensive group discussion.

PSYC 3320L. Leadership and Group Dynamics Laboratory. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105. Corequisite PSYC 3320.
Laboratory course designed to apply topics taught in PSYC 3320 (Leadership and Group Dynamics).

PSYC 3325. Social Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 3325L.
A survey of the effects of the social environment upon the behavior of the individual. Interpersonal attraction, affiliation, aggression, prejudice, conformity, attitudes and attitude change are discussed. Experimental research findings are emphasized.

PSYC 3325L. Social Psychology Laboratory. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 3325.
Laboratory course designed to apply topics taught in PSYC 3325 (Social Psychology).

PSYC 3335. Theories of Personality. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105.
A survey of selected theories as well as research findings and possible therapeutic, educational and social applications. Major theoretical schools-e.g., psychodynamic, learning, humanistic, life-span, trait, cognitive-are covered.

PSYC 3340. The Psychology of Family Interaction: A Developmental Perspective. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105.
An in-depth coverage of the psychological dynamics involved in parent/child relationships. A developmental approach will be employed to explore the changing needs and demands of the child and the parents as each progress in their own development. Current research and theory concerning parenting techniques, the psychological atmosphere of the home and the interaction of the child's temperament with the parents will be discussed. Contemporary family issues such as day-care, domestic violence, single parenting and children with special needs will be presented.

PSYC 3345. Learning and Conditioning. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 3345L.
An examination of behavior theory and the types of learning that help account for similarity and diversity in the behavior of human and nonhuman animals. Course focuses on the learning processes of habituation, classical conditioning, and operant conditioning.

PSYC 3345L. Learning and Conditioning Laboratory. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 3345.
Laboratory course designed to apply topics taught in PSYC 3345 (Learning and Conditioning).

PSYC 3355. Cross-Cultural Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105.
An overview of the study and application of psychological principles across a variety of cultures. Cognition, attitude structure and change, interpersonal communication, personality and mental health issues will be discussed as they relate to different cultural contexts.

PSYC 3365. Human Sexuality. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105.
An examination of the biological, personal, interpersonal and social aspects of human sexual behavior. Topics include: sexual values, sex and gender, sex and love, sexual behavior over the life span, reproduction, sex and health, sexual dysfunction and treatment, and social problems/issues related to sexual behavior.

PSYC 3370. Industrial-Organizational Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105.
The application of research and psychological principles to human behavior in the workplace. Course topics will include the psychological aspects of employment selection and assessment, performance appraisal, employee and work team development, reorganization and down-sizing, work stress, employee violence, work/family conflict, and the changing nature of the workplace.

PSYC 3375. Psychology of Career Development. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 2201 or PSYC 2105.
The application of research and psychological principles with respect to how people formulate and make career decisions. The course explores career development across the life-span, focusing on theories of career decision-making, work adjustment, adult career crises and transitions, and career counseling interview and assessment techniques.

PSYC 3380. Principles of Psychological Testing. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 3380L.
Designed to introduce the principles that underlie the development, use and interpretation of psychological assessment tools. Topics include: test construction, survey development, scaling, norming, assessment interpretation issues and psychological assessment applications in industrial, vocational, clinical and research settings. Additionally, psychological assessment will be discussed in terms of social, legal and ethical concerns.

PSYC 3380L. Principles of Psychological Testing Laboratory. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 3380.
Laboratory course designed to apply topics taught in PSYC 3380 (Principles of Psychological Testing).

PSYC 3396. Cooperative Study in Psychology. 1-3 Credit hours.
Prerequisite: Approval of Psychology Department Chair and Coordinator of Cooperative Education/Internship (Career Services).
A supervised work experience program for a minimum of three academic quarters at a previously approved site in business, industry, government or private agency. For sophomore, junior or senior level students who wish to obtain successive on-the-job experience in conjunction with their academic training.

PSYC 4400. Directed Study in Psychology. 1-3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Approval of instructor, advisor and Psychology Department Chair. This course is offered to students interested in investigating special topics and seminars external to regular course offerings. May include original research projects.

PSYC 4410. Physiological Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 4410L.
This course addresses the relationship between our underlying physiological systems and behavior. The topics investigated include neural communication, the anatomy of the nervous system, and the biological bases of sleep, reproductive behavior, stress, learning and memory, and mental disorders.

PSYC 4410L. Physiological Psychology Laboratory. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 4410.
Laboratory course designed to apply topics taught in PSYC 4410 (Physiological Psychology).

PSYC 4415. Perception. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 4415L.
A study of various theories and phenomena of perception. Course includes experimental investigations of the characteristics of sensory systems including vision, audition, kinesthesis, and the vestibular and skin senses.

PSYC 4415L. Perception Laboratory. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite PSYC 4415.
Laboratory course designed to apply topics taught in PSYC 4415 (Perception).

PSYC 4420. Applied Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300.
A critical analysis of the professional practice of psychology. Traditional and emerging practice areas will be discussed in respect to practitioner activities, efficacy of interventions, and professional and specialty credentialing. Ethics and ethical decision-making will be studied in the context of professional practice.

PSYC 4425. Psychology of Women. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300.
Advanced study of psychological research and theory relevant to girls and women, including areas in which real and false gender differences manifest themselves.

PSYC 4430. Abnormal Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300.
A comprehensive study of the various forms of mental illness and maladjustment.

PSYC 4435. Adult Development & Aging. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300.
This course examines human development across the second half of the life span. The class explores the psychology of adult development and aging with a particular emphasis on issues related to gerontology. Topics include cognitive/intellectual development, personality/social development, gender similarities and differences, family issues, mental health, death and bereavement. Psychological theories and research, as well as examples and applications, will be used to better understand the aging process.

PSYC 4445. History and Systems of Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300.
An examination of the historical development of psychology, focusing on antecedents in philosophy and physiology, major early systems, major historical figures, and the historical/cultural context in which the field developed.

PSYC 4455. Cognitive Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite: PSYC 4455L.
An examination of the experimental investigation of complex cognitive processes, including the storage and retrieval of information, concept formation, reasoning, problem-solving and decision-making.

PSYC 4455L. Cognitive Psychology Laboratory. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300. Corequisite: PSYC 4455.
Laboratory course designed to apply topics taught in PSYC 4455 (Cognitive Psychology).

PSYC 4475. Psychology of Workplace Motivation and Leadership. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300.
This course examines topics of motivation and leadership in the workplace by addressing theoretical formulations, major research findings and real-world applications. Issues related to these topics will include gender, corporate culture, job attitudes, cross-cultural influences and organizational reward systems.

PSYC 4480. Field Practicum in Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3301 and PSYC 3301L. Must be a declared major in Psychology and have completed two field-related courses in Psychology. Permission of instructor required.
The psychology practicum offers the advanced psychology major an opportunity to combine appropriate supervised field experience with classroom discussion of site-specific and general issues related to the application of psychological theory. Course structure combines 100 hours of supervised on-site experience with weekly class sessions.

PSYC 4485. Research Practicum in Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3301 and PSYC 3301L. Must be a declared major in Psychology and have completed two junior or senior level courses in Psychology. Permission of instructor required.
This course is for students seeking additional experience in applied research settings combining in-class instruction and individual placement either on or off campus. Students who seek employment in a research setting upon graduation or are interested in attending graduate school and wish to obtain additional experience in research techniques should select this course.

PSYC 4490. Special Topics in Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3300 and PSYC 3300L or comparable research methods course in another discipline. See Psychology Department Chair for approval of courses other than PSYC 3300.
This course will address selected topics of special interest to faculty and students.

PSYC 4499. Senior Seminar in Psychology. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3301, PSYC 3301L, PSYC 3330 and one course from each of the four Psychology course groupings (any one of which can be done concurrently with PSYC 4499). Corequisite PSYC 4499L.
A capstone course designed to complete the major by integrating the student's prior academic experiences in psychology. Contemporary issues, problems, research, and theories from the different areas identified in the psychology curriculum will be examined. Discussion will focus on both substantive and methodological concerns, as well as interconnections among areas of study. A seminar format will be used throughout the course to encourage student participation and interaction with peers and with faculty.

PSYC 4499L. Senior Seminar Laboratory. 0-2-1.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3301, PSYC 3301L, PSYC 3330 and one course from each of the four Psychology course groupings (any one of which can be done concurrently with PSYC 4499L). Corequisite PSYC 4499.
Separate laboratory section for PSYC 4499 emphasizing applications of materials taught in that course and transition issues for graduating seniors.

PUBLIC AND SOCIAL SERVICES (PSS)

PSS 2275. Research Methods for Public & Social Services. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: MATH 1107 or equivalent.
This course introduces quantitative and qualitative social science research methods with an emphasis on the specific methods necessary for public and social services research and provision. This course enables students to become informed producers and consumers of research products, particularly in the public and social services areas. The emphasis is on basic concepts and underlying assumptions of various social science research methodologies and their design implications. It also develops skills in designing research projects with a particular emphasis on survey research.

PSS 3300. Foundations of Social Theory & Practice. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: SOCI 2201 and one other course in lower division major requirements.
This course surveys the historical development of social theory. It focuses on the major theories and theoreticians of sociology, social work, and anthropology, with an emphasis on their importance for understanding contemporary social science and practice.

PSS 3375. Data Analysis & Reporting In Public & Social Services. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: PSS 2275.
The course is an introduction to data analysis methods and reporting formats used in the public and social services. The emphasis is on basic social science data analysis methods which are specifically applicable to public and social services research and the writing of research reports. The course builds upon the theoretical contents of PSS 2275 and uses the data generated in that course for data analyses. The course covers descriptive and inferential analytical techniques which are specifically and most commonly used in
public and social services research.

PSS 3396. Cooperative Study. 1-9.
Prerequisite: Approval of coordinator of cooperative education (CAPS) & department chair.
This course provides a supervised work experience program for a minimum of two academic semesters at a site in business, industry or government. For sophomore, junior, or senior level students who wish to obtain successive on the job experience in conjunction with their academic training.

PSS 3398. Internship. 1-9.
Prerequisite: HS 3313 and HS 4410.
PSS majors are required to complete a minimum of 450 hours of supervised field experience. The internship must be taken within the last two semesters before graduation. Placement must be approved by the chair and internship faculty supervisor and must be in agencies appropriate to the mission of the PSS major.

PSS 4000. Service Learning in Public and Social Services. 1-3.
Prerequisite: 60 hours and permission of instructor and department chair/program director.
A community activity which links learning to life by connecting meaningful community service activities with academic learning, personal growth, and civic responsibility. Activity will be designed with the instructor and approved by the chair/program director.

PSS 4400. Directed Study in Public and Social Services. 1-3.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and department chair.
This course covers special topics and seminars external to regular course offerings. May include original research projects and practicum experiences.

PSS 4498. Capstone Seminar in Human Services. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: HS 4410 or PSS 3375.
This course is the culmination of the public and social services program, involving the completion of the portfolio and preparation and presentation of the senior paper.