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PS 454 - African Politics and Culture 3 hrs.
A survey of the political systems of Africa, including both North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.
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PS 456 - Latin American Governments and Politics 3 hrs.
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PS 457 - Political Development 3 hrs.
A comparative analysis of political change and modernization.
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PS 458 - Latin American Political and Economic Development 3 hrs.
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PS 459 - Human Rights 3 hrs.
Examination of governmental abuses of human rights and efforts to protect human rights.
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PS 470 - Science, Technology and Politics 3 hrs.
The role of politics in science and technology is examined specifically in terms of the impact of elites, the public and technocrats.
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PS 471 - Public Personnel Administration 3 hrs.
Examines the U.S. Civil Service and Merit System and its impact on employees and government.
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PS 472 - Organization and Management 3 hrs.
The “models” or “theories” of organization. Administrative management and alternative models are evaluated as to their potential for authentic public organization.
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PS 473 - Public Policy 3 hrs.
Substantive areas of public policy are investigated in this course, including public health, medicine, energy, air, water pollution, land use and more.
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PS 474 - The Politics of Taxing and Spending 3 hrs.
This course is divided into two areas, budgeting models and their policies; issues such as taxing and fiscal policies are considered.
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PS 480 - United States Constitutional Law 3 hrs.
An examination of the powers of the national government and the relationship between the national and state government using Supreme Court decisions.
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PS 481 - The American Judicial Process 3 hrs.
This course examines the political aspects of the staffing, the structure and the operation of the state and federal court systems.
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PS 484 - Administrative Law 3 hrs.
An analysis of the procedures and powers of federal agencies.
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PS 485 - International Law 3 hrs.
The development of the modern law of nations with emphasis on conventions and cases.
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PS 488 - Women and the Law 3 hrs.
This course examines the constitutional and legal rights of women in the United States.
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PS 489 - U. S. Supreme Court and Civil Liberties 3 hrs.
An analysis of the role of the U.S. Supreme Court in protecting individual rights, primary focus on litigation involving provisions of the Bill of Rights.
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PS 491 - Proseminar in Political Science 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. An undergraduate seminar devoted to topics selected by the supervising professor; may be repeated once for credit with change in content.
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PS 492 - Special Problems 1-3 hrs.
Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Senior Honors project will enroll in PS 492H.)
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PS 493 - Poilitical Science Internship 3 hrs.
This course provides students with the opportunity to serve as interns at local, state or national political, legal or social service organizations or agencies for academic credit.
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PS 497 - Government-Business Relations in Japan 3 hrs.
An on-site analysis of business and government linkage in Japan offered under the auspices of the Center for International Education.
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PS 499 - Seminar in Comparative Politics Abroad 3-6 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PS 300 or PS 452 , or permission of instructor. A seminar conducted in Great Britain under the auspices of the Anglo-American Institute.
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Polymer Science |
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PSC 190 - Living in a Material World 3 hrs.
Corequisite(s): PSC 190L . An examination of the materials in the world around us, including composition, properties and why they are used.
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PSC 190L - Lab for Living in a Material World 1 hr.
Corequisite(s): PSC 190 . Laboratory for PSC 190 : Living in a Material World.
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PSC 191 - Introduction to Polymers 1 hr.
An introduction to the history, recent developments, applications and processing of polymers.
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PSC 192 - Introduction to Polymers II 1 hr.
An introducation to the history, recent developments, applications and processing of polymers.
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PSC 260 - Vector Statics 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 169 or MAT 179 Corequisite(s): MAT 280 Forces in two and three dimensions, equilibrium, structures and friction; vector notation
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PSC 285 - Problem-Solving Techniques for Polymer Scientists 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 169 or 179. Consolidates mathematical methods into a form that can be readily applied to solve polymer science and engineering problems. Required: MathCad Software/Manual and laptop computer to run software.
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PSC 292 - Applications of Polymers II 2 hrs.
An introduction to the history, recent developments, applications and processing of polymers.
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PSC 301 - Organic Polymer Chemistry I 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 256 and CHE 256L . Systematic study of polymers with emphasis centered on those synthesized by step-growth polymerization.
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PSC 302 - Organic Polymer Chemistry II 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 301 . A study of polymer formation techniques, kinetics and properties with emphasis on addition polymerization, copolymerization and stereoregular polymerization.
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PSC 341L - Polymer Techniques I 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 256 /CHE 256L , PSC 410 . Laboratory methods of polymer synthesis, structural determination and characterization.
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PSC 360 - Polymer Rheology 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 202 /PHY 202L , PSC 285 . Theory and practice of Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluid flow behavior.
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PSC 361 - Polymer Processing 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 360 . Plastics extrusion technology and theory; technical planning for plastics production; material selection for plastic products; trends in plastics industry.
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PSC 361L - Laboratory for Polymer Science 361 2 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 410 . Corequisite(s): PSC 361 .
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PSC 401 - Physical Chemistry of Polymers I 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 202 , PHY 202L . Polymer structure, chain conformation, solution properties, thermodynamics, fractionation and molecular weight measurement.
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PSC 402 - Physical Chemistry of Polymers II 4 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 401 . Instrumental analysis of polymers, morphology, rheology and structure-property relationships.
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PSC 410 - Safety Principles and Procedures in the Chemical Sciences 1 hr.
Common laboratory hazards and their remediation.
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PSC 450 - Polymer Characterization 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 256 /CHE 256L , PHY 202 /PHY 202L . Macromolecular chemical structure and morphological characterization using thermal, spectroscopic and X-ray diffraction techniques.
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PSC 450L - Laboratory for Polymer Science 450 2 hr.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 410 . Corequisite(s): PSC 450 .
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PSC 460 - Struct&Property Analy of Polymer/Composite Mater 3 hrs.
The study of polymer and composite material propoerties as they relate to the design of sports equipment and the effects on human performance.
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PSC 460L - Laboratory for PSC 460 1 hr.
Prerequisite(s): Sports and High Performance Materials students only. Corequisite(s): Concurrent registration in PSC 460 is required. A laboratory designed to accompany PSC 460 .
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PSC 470 - Surface Coatings 4 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 302 . Study of the physical and chemical properties of the pigments, binders, solvents and additives employed in surface coatings; dispersion techniques, surface preparation, paint testing, application techniques and surface coatings analysis are also discussed.
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PSC 470L - Laboratory for Polymer Science 470 1 hr.
Corequisite(s): PSC 470
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PSC 471 - Electronics for Scientists 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 202 Practical electronics needed for maximum utilization of scientific instrumentation, automation, and logic circuits.
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PSC 475 - Biomaterials 2 hrs.
An introduction to the basic concepts of biopolymers-biomaterials systems.
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PSC 480 - Polymer Kinetics 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 302 . Introduction to polymerization kinetics and reactor design.
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PSC 490 - Special Projects in Polymer Science 1 hr.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 302 , 342L, PHY 202 /PHY 202L . Individual research. Prospectus is prepared and research plan is executed with final report required. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Seniors Honor project will enroll in PSC H490.)
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PSC 490L - Laboratory for Polymer Science 490 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 410 . Corequisite(s): PSC 490 .
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PSC 491 - Special Projects in Polymer Science 1 hr.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 490 /PSC 490L . Individual research. Prospectus is prepared and research plan is executed with final report required. Senior Honors Project (Students undertaking a Seniors Honor project will enroll in PSC 491H.)
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PSC 491L - Laboratory for Polymer Science 491 3 hrs.
Corequisite(s): PSC 491 . Prerequisite or corequisite: PSC 410 .
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PSC 492 - Special Problems 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 302 , 342L, PHY 202L /PHY 202L . To include a survey of such topics as thermally stable polymers, silicone elastomers, emulsion polymers, controlled biocide release from polymers, water-soluble high molecular weight polymers and photochemistry.
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Polymer Science and Engineering |
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PSE 315 - Survey of Polymer Chemistry 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 256 , CHE 256L . An overview of industrially important polymerization processes and kinetics.
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PSE 380 - Engineering Thermodynamics and Transport 4 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PHY 202 , PHY 202L . Thermodynamic concepts, diffusion, heat and mass transfer as viewed from microscopic and macroscopic perspectives.
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PSE 390 - Engineering Economics 2 hrs.
Aspects of investment analysis relating to equipment justification and production of materials.
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PSE 420 - Polymer Nanomaterial Engineering 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSE 380 ; PHY 202 , PHY 202L . Application of materials whose macroscopic properties are primarily determined by their molecular properties.
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PSE 440 - Mechanics of Polymer Materials 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSC 260; PHY 202 , PHY 202L . Response of polymeric materials to external applied forces. Topics include stress, strain, fracture, and failure of materials.
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PSE 490 - Polymer Engineering Design I 1 hr.
Prerequisite(s): PSE 380 , PSC 341L , PHY 202 /PHY 202L . A capstone course for polymer science and engineering seniors. Uses material taught from all courses to solve engineering problems.
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PSE 490L - Polymer Engineering Design Lab I 3 hrs.
Corequisite(s): PSE 490 . Capstone experience. Decision making, practically, design of experiments, and proposal and report preparation are all stressed.
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PSE 491 - Polymer Engineering Design II 1 hr.
Prerequisite(s): PSE 490 . A capstone course for polymer science and engineering seniors. Uses material taught from all courses to solve engineering problems and write a thesis.
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PSE 491L - Polymer Engineering Design Lab II 3 hrs.
Corequisite(s): PSE 491 . Capstone experience. Decision making, practicality, design of experiments, and publication or thesis preparation are all stressed.
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Psychology |
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PSY 101 - Foundations of Personal Development 3 hrs.
An introduction to the principles of human development. Does not apply toward major requirements.
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PSY 110 - General Psychology 3 hrs.
Open to freshmen. An introduction to the scientific study of human behavior and experience (JC 1513).
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PSY 210 - Introduction to Social and Rehabilitation Services (SRS) 3 hrs.
Acquaints students with the broad field of SRS via a review of relevant philosophy and history, legal mandates and the role of SRS in contemporary applied sciences; students will be required to participate in one of two assignments designed to facilitate personal, interpersonal and vocational development.
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PSY 231 - Psychology of Personal Adjustment 3 hrs.
Understanding of the problems people face in our society and the diverse ways in which they respond to these problems.
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PSY 251 - Careers in Psychology 3 hrs.
Overview of careers in psychology and the application of psychological methods and principles to a number of occupational fields.
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PSY 270 - Child Psychology 3 hrs.
Study of the child through the elementary years, emphasizing principles and problems of development.
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PSY 275 - Developmental Psychology 3 hrs.
A study of the course of growth and development throughout the life span, with emphasis on principles of development.
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PSY 301 - Introduction to Job-Seeking 1 hr.
To acquaint student with job-seeking techniques including (a) development of an adequate resumé and (b) the acquisition of job interview skills.
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PSY 312 - Counseling Theory and Practice 3 hrs.
Emphasizes theories and principles underlying the practical application of various helping techniques.
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PSY 313 - Vocational Development 3 hrs.
An introduction to the study of vocational development, occupational structure and job analysis.
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PSY 330 - Principles and Processes of Case Management 3 hrs.
This course focuses on the coordination of specific functional tasks associated with rehabilitation services.
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PSY 331 - Medical Aspects of Rehabilitation 3 hrs.
An introduction to the chronically disabling conditions both from the viewpoint of treatment processes and individual adjustment.
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PSY 360 - Introduction to Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences 3 hrs.
An introduction to the principles and techniques of statistics commonly employed in the behavioral sciences.
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PSY 361 - Research Methods 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 360 . Introduction to experimental methodology with application to various areas of psychology. (WI)
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PSY 372 - Adolescent Psychology 3 hrs.
Psychological development of the individual during the adolescent years.
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PSY 374 - Educational Psychology 3 hrs.
Application of psychological methods, facts and principles to education.
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PSY 385 - Applied Behavior Analysis 3 hrs
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Application of the principles of applied behavior analysis to problems involving human behavior change.
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PSY 400 - Health Psychology 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. The study of psychology’s contributions to enhancement of physical health, prevention and treatment of illness and identification of illness risk factors.
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PSY 411 - Testing and Assessment 3 hrs.
Introduction to theory and techniques of psychological testing and assessment.
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PSY 413 - Multicultural Counseling 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Examines cultural diversity in North American society with focus on implications for counselors and mental health service providers.
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PSY 418 - History and Systems of Psychology 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Review of the history of psychology and intensive study of current systems of psychology; primarily for senior psychology majors; this is a capstone course for psychology majors.
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PSY 420 - Sensation and Perception 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. A survey of sensory and perceptual processes with emphasis on the visual system.
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PSY 422 - Psychology of Learning 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. A study of the basic problems, theories, concepts and research in the areas of human and animal learning.
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PSY 423 - Group Procedures 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Introduction to the fundamentals of developmental group work with emphasis on individual behaviors in a group setting.
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PSY 424 - Animal Behavior 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Study of animal behavior with emphasis on the comparison of psychological processes along the phylogenetic scale.
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PSY 425 - Cognitive Psychology 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. An overview of contemporary research and theories concerning the structure and processes of the mind.
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PSY 426 - Behavioral Neuroscience 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Relationships between physiological functions, especially those of the nervous system, and emotional behavior motivation and learning.
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PSY 427L - Laboratory Techniques in Behavioral Neuroscience 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor; additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Experimental techniques in neurophysiology, neuropharmacology and behavioral research. May be taken as BSC 456L
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PSY 432 - Behavioral Interventions 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. An introduction to behavioral interventions as applied to normal and deviant behavior across different environmental settings.
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PSY 433 - Workshop in Counseling Procedures 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. A workshop to familiarize counselor personnel with new and innovative procedures in facilitating client development.
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PSY 435 - Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Intervention 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Intervention strategies with emphasis on the alcoholic.
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PSY 436 - Abnormal Psychology 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 110 ; additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade of C or better, or permission of department chair. An introduction to the study of abnormal behavior.
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PSY 444 - Cetacean Behavior and Cognition 3 hrs.
A comprehensive review of the literature on the behavior, communication and cognitive abilities of whales and dolphins.
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PSY 450 - Social Psychology 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Study of social influences on personality development and perceptual- cognitive processes and social motivation.
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PSY 451 - Survey of Industrial and Organizational Psychology 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY majors: PSY 360 with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Applications of psychological principles and methods to problems of industry.
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PSY 452 - Sleep and Behavior 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor; additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. A study of sleep and behavior from the perspective of the major disciplines within psychology.
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PSY 453 - Psychology of Humor 3 hrs.
Provides an overview of the theories and scientific study of humor and laughter from the perspective of multiple disciplines of psychology.
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PSY 455 - Psychology of Personality 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Additional prerequisite for PSY major: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Different theoretical approaches to the development of the mature personality.
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PSY 456 - Psychology of Aging and Dying 3 hrs.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor; additional prerequisite for PSY majors: with grade C or better, or permission of department chair. Study of problems and attitudes concerning aging and death.
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