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Political Science (POSC)
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POSC 453 - The Constitution and War
Description:
Americans like to believe that the Constitution is a constant–in effect during times of peace and during times of war. The truth is more complicated. If history is our guide, the Constitution has been far more “flexible” in times of was than most Americans would like to admit. This class examines how the nation and its presidents have applied the Constitution during times of extreme crisis.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 460 - Contemporary Issues in Comparative Politics
Description:
Focus on a specific contemporary issue in the field of comparative politics, with an emphasis on in-depth analysis and utilization of available research tools. Subject matter will vary with the instructor and with the changing nature of world politics. May be repeated by sub-topic two times, for a maximum of 10 credits.
Credits: (3-5)
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POSC 470 - Contemporary Issues in International Relations
Description:
Focus on specific contemporary issues in the field of international politics, with an emphasis on in-depth analysis and utilization of available research tools. Subject matter will vary with the instructor and with the changing nature of world politics. May be repeated by sub-topic two times, for a maximum of 10 credits.
Credits: (3-5)
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POSC 475 - International Human Rights
Description:
A survey of internationally recognized human rights, analysis of relevant international laws, case studies in women’s rights, minority rights, and humanitarian policies.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 481 - Early Political Thought
Description:
Plato to Machiavelli.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 482 - Early Modern Political Thought
Description:
Political thought in the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 483 - Recent Political Thought
Description:
Political thought in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 485 - American Political Thought and Culture
Description:
The ideas and circumstances that have shaped the political culture of the U.S., as reflected in the works of selected political theorists, politicians, and literary figures.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 488 - Introduction to Political Science Methods and Research
Description:
Class will introduce students to the research methods of political scientists. Taught in a seminar format, the class will engage in an original research project culminating in a peer-reviewed article submission to an academic journal. Students will learn to write literature reviews, collect data, analyze data using SPSS, and write academic research papers. By instructor permission.
Credits: (5)
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POSC 489 - Senior Assessment
Description:
A “capstone” course designed to assess students’ mastery of fundamental knowledge of politics and of writing and analytical skills.
Prerequisites:
Co- or prerequisites: POSC 101, POSC 210, POSC 260, POSC 270, and either POSC 481, POSC 482, POSC 483, or POSC 485 and senior standing.
Credits: (2)
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Learning Agreement Forms POSC 490 - Cooperative Education
Description:
An individualized, contracted field experience with business, non-profit organizations or government. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. By permission. May be repeated for credit up to maximum of 12 credits. Grade will either be S or U.
Credits: (1-12)
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POSC 498 - Special Topics
Credits: (1-6)
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POSC 499 - Seminar
Credits: (1-5)
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Primate Studies (PRIM)
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PRIM 220 - Procedures in Captive Primate Care
Description:
Laboratory procedures to ensure physical, social, and psychological well-being of captive nonhuman primates: sanitation, safety, medical care, diet, USDA requirements, and socio-psychological factors.
Credits: (1)
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PRIM 450 - Primate Behavior and Ecology Capstone
Description:
A capstone course designed to assess students’ mastery of fundamental knowledge of primatology through submission of a portfolio of work collected throughout the program. Includes exit interview with program director.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: senior standing.
Credits: (1)
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PRIM 490 - Cooperative Education
Description:
An individualized, contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. By permission. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U.
Credits: (1-12)
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PRIM 495A - Directed Research in Primatology
Description:
By permission. May be repeated for credit. Grade will be either S or U.
Credits: (1-5)
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PRIM 495C - CHCI Directed Research
Description:
Directed primatological research at the Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute. By permission. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PRIM 220.
Credits: (1-10)
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Psychology (PSY)
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PSY 101 - General Psychology
Description:
An introduction to the science of behavior. SB-Found Human Adaptations.
Credits: (5)
General Education Category
SB-Found Human Adaptations.
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PSY 200 - Introduction to the Major
Description:
Orientation to the psychology major. Grade will either be S or U.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: must be declared with a psychology major program.
Credits: (1)
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PSY 205 - Psychology of Adjustment
Description:
The nature of the adaptive process and the means by which people adjust to their environment. SB-Found Human Adaptations (W).
Credits: (5)
General Education Category
SB-Found Human Adaptations (W).
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PSY 235 - Relationships and Personal Development
Description:
Development of interpersonal relationships from initial encounters to stable commitments. Major focus on interaction patterns in intimate relationships. PSY 235 and FSCF 235 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (3)
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PSY 275 - Community Development in Residence Halls
Description:
Components of successful student development in residential settings. Educational philosophy of residence halls, community development, and problem solving. Credits do not apply toward psychology degree major or minor. Grade will either be S or U.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: (3)
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PSY 295 - Laboratory Experience in Psychology
Description:
Not more than 5 credits of PSY 295, PSY 295C, PSY 495, and PSY 495C combined may be applied to a 45-credit psychology major and not more than 10 credits, combined, may be applied to a 60-credit major. May be repeated up to 10 credits. Grade will either be S or U.
Credits: (1-5)
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PSY 295C - CHCI Laboratory Experience
Description:
Laboratory experience at the Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U. Course fee will be assessed. Not more than 5 credits of PSY295, PSY 295C, PSY 495, and PSY 495C combined may be applied to a 45-credit psychology major and not more than 10 credits, combined, may be applied to a 60-credit major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: permission of department chair. PSY 101 is also a recommended prerequisite.
Credits: (1-5)
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PSY 298 - Special Topics
Credits: (1-6)
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PSY 299 - Seminar in Psychology
Credits: (3)
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PSY 300 - Research Methods in Psychology
Description:
Addresses basic experimental and non-experimental research designs and strategies, as well as the APA-approved professional writing style. Includes both lecture and laboratory experiences. PSY 362 is a recommended co-requisite.
Credits: (5)
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PSY 301 - Learning
Description:
Addresses basic theory and research related to classical and operant conditioning, stimulus control, and memory.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 300.
Credits: (5)
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PSY 303 - Analysis of Everyday Behavior
Description:
Environmental, cognitive, and biological influences on behavior in daily life.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 310 - Multicultural Issues in Psychology
Description:
An examination of human behavior in cultural context. Emphasizes the role and influence of culture on thought, behavior, relationships and society. Discusses the influence of race, ethnicity, social class, gender, age, religion/spirituality and sexual orientation. Cross-cultural research theory, and methodology are also examined.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 312 - Queer Theory and Sexuality
Description:
This interdisciplinary course introduces students to the academic field of lesbian and gay studies through examination of the history, politics, theories, culture, and community of those who identify as lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender, and queer.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 313 - Developmental Psychology
Description:
Cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development through the lifespan.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101 or by permission.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 314 - Human Development and the Learner
Description:
Development from conception through adolescence.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 315 - Psychology in the Schools
Description:
Psychology applied in school settings including principles of learning, instruction, and behavior management.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 340 - Teaching of Psychology
Description:
May be repeated up to 6 credits. Grade will either be S or U.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: completion of course in which teaching or assisting is to be done and approval of department chair.
Credits: (3)
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PSY 346 - Social Psychology
Description:
Social influences on individual behavior.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 350 - Sleep and Dreaming
Description:
Research and theory concerning the functions and dysfunctions of sleep and dreaming.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 352 - Application of Adult Development Theories
Description:
This course is designed to provide students with a broad understanding and application of theories on adult development and aging. Service-learning is integral and students will be involved with older adults though cooperating local agencies. May be repeated up to 4 credits.
Credits: (2)
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PSY 362 - Introductory Statistics
Description:
Descriptive statistics and introduction to inferential statistics through one-way analysis of variance. Prior coursework in finite math is recommended.
Credits: (5)
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PSY 363 - Intermediate Statistics and Research Methods
Description:
Experience with the design, execution, analysis, interpretation, and communication of psychological experiments in addition to data management and statistical software skills. Four hours lecture and two hours lab each week.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 300 and PSY 362.
Credits: (5)
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PSY 398 - Special Topics
Credits: (1-6)
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PSY 401 - Psychology of Sport
Description:
Current theory and research on sports psychology; application of psychological interventions in sports and fitness.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 413 - Conservation Psychology
Description:
Interaction between thought processes, behavior, and environmental decision-making as they relate to environmental change and sustainability. PSY 413 and PSY 513 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 415 - Behavioral Medicine and Health Psychology
Description:
The application of psychology to the understanding of illness and to its prevention and treatment with special emphasis on current health topics (e.g., stress, HIV/AIDS). PSY 415 and PSY 515 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both. Formerly, PSY 455; students may not receive credit for both.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 420 - Psychology of Language
Description:
Basic principles of language, cognition of language, language development, theories of linguistic structure and brain function as it relates to language processing. PSY 420 and PSY 520 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both. Formerly PSY 373, students may not receive credit for both. Formerly PSY 473, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 421 - Human Neuroanatomy
Description:
An introduction to the anatomical organization and basic functional/clinical principles of the major systems of the human brain and their relations to disease and behavior. PSY 421 and PSY 521 are equivalent courses; students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 430 - Positive Psychology
Description:
Examination of the theoretical and empirical literature in the field of positive psychology with attention to topics such as happiness, mindfulness, optimism, gratitude, and forgiveness. PSY 430 and PSY 530 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 438 - Substance Abuse and Dependence
Description:
Overview of substance abuse from psychological and systems perspectives. Models of addiction and problematic use are explored. Issues including dual diagnosis, family system and cultural considerations, and theories of intervention and treatment are discussed. PSY 438 and PSY 538 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (5)
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PSY 441 - Self-Injurious Behavior
Description:
A course covering the occurrence, prevalence, etiology, and treatment of self-injurious behavior in human and nonhuman primates, including human developmental disorders.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: any biology or psychology course and junior standing or above.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 442 - Evolutionary Psychology
Description:
Application of principles of evolution to understanding of human and non-human behavior and cognition. PSY 442 and PSY 542 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 444 - Tests and Measurements
Description:
Psychological and educational tests, theory, and practice. PSY 444 and PSY 544 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: either PSY 362 or BUS 221 or MATH 311.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 445 - Clinical, Counseling, and Community Psychology
Description:
History, current trends, fields of employment, professional ethics, methods of psychological diagnosis, and treatment.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (5)
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PSY 447 - Psychology of Adolescence
Description:
Physiological, cognitive, and social aspects of maturation; problems of vocational choice and of increasing autonomy.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 448 - Sexual Behavior
Description:
The scientific study of the learned and innate bases of sexual behavior in humans and lower animals.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 449 - Abnormal Psychology
Description:
Symptoms, etiology, and treatment of psychopathology and behavior problems.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 450 - Sensation and Perception
Description:
Research, theoretical models of sensory and perceptual processes. Prior coursework in cell function recommended.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PSY 300.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 452 - Adult Development and Aging
Description:
Principles of adult psychological development and the aging process. Examination of adult behavior, life-styles, crises in adult development, and cognitive, personality, and intellectual changes with aging.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 453 - Theories of Personality
Description:
Focus on the scientific study of how and why people differ from each other. Personality psychology addresses questions regarding shared human nature, dimensions of individual differences, and unique patterns of individual behavior.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (5)
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PSY 454 - The Helping Interview
Description:
Theory and practice of supportive interviewing skills.
Credits: (3)
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PSY 456 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Description:
Application of psychological principles to personnel and organizational problems in labor, industry, government, education, and the military.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 460 - Cognitive Psychology
Description:
Methods and theories of human cognition and information processing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 300.
Credits: (5)
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PSY 461 - History and Systems of Psychology
Description:
Historical development and persistent theoretical problems of contemporary psychology.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (5)
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PSY 465 - Psychology and the Law
Description:
How the discipline of psychology contributes to our understanding of matters related to the law.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 467 - Child Psychopathology
Description:
Identification and treatment of the child with psychological disturbances; the home, school, community, and cultural context in relation to the child’s mental health; relevant resources and research. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, and Summer).
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PSY 313 or PSY 314.
Credits: (4)
Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments
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Learner Outcome
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Activity (optional)
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Assessment
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Use terminology, concepts, models, and theories to explain behavior and mental processes in children and adolescents
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In-class assignments based on a rubric
Case study analysis
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Identify major historical events, theoretical perspectives, and figures in child and adolescent psychology
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Quizzes
Small group work/discussion
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Identify and describe biological, familial, social, and cultural factors related to the development, diagnosis, outcome and treatment of relevant conditions
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Quizzes
Small group work/discussion
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Examine classification and assessment techniques used in child and adolescent psychopathology
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In-class assignments based on a rubric
Case study analysis
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Evaluate empirical literature regarding taxonomy, etiology and effective treatments for childhood disorders
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Graded written assignment such as an Article review or Research paper
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Use the DSM-V to compare and contrast specific disorders found in children and adolescents
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In-class assignments based on a rubric
Case study analysis or Final Applied project
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Explain how individual and sociocultural differences may influence the diagnostic process and the applicability/generalizability of research findings
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Discussions
Final Applied project
Final Research paper
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Discuss relevant ethical issues in the treatment and study of child and adolescent psychopathology
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Discussions
Exams
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Describe how issues of global concern (e.g., poverty, physical health, migration, rights of children, conflict and violence) impact child and adolescent psychopathology
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Discussions
In-class assignments based on a rubric
Exams
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PSY 472 - International Counseling and Psychology (Put on Reserve 9/16/16.)
Description:
This course immerses students within a cultural group and examines how psychological and counseling services are provided within that society. The location for the course varies by year. Students will learn about a society’s available services, health care provision, relationship/child-rearing traditions, common prejudices, and economic values. PSY 472 and 572 are layered courses. May be repeated up to 6 credits. (Put on Reserve 9/16/16. Last taught in 2012. Will go inactive 8/24/19.)
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (3)
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PSY 476 - Psychopharmacology
Description:
Common drugs, psychotherapeutic agents and hallucinogens. Behavioral effects and physiological mechanisms.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 478 - Behavioral Neuroscience
Description:
Problems, methods, and techniques of neurophysiology and the physiology of human and infrahuman behavior patterns. Prior coursework in cell function recommended.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PSY 300.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 479 - Comparative Psychology
Description:
Seminar in the study of behavior and cognition across species. This course is listed under the graduate version of PSY 576; students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 483 - Psychology of Gender
Description:
The psychology of gender from a social psychological perspective, which examines implications of gender roles, schemas, and stereotypes.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 484 - Violence and Aggression
Description:
Violence and aggression directed toward self, others, and society. Problems of prevention and treatment, related ethical and legal issues.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
Credits: (4)
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PSY 489 - Senior Assessment
Description:
An end-of-major course. Portfolio review, career planning, and program evaluation activities. Grade will either be S or U.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PSY 200 and admitted to a psychology major and senior standing. It is recommended that this class is taken in the last academic quarter.
Credits: (2)
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Learning Agreement Forms PSY 490 - Cooperative Education
Description:
An individualized, contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: prior approval required.
Credits: (1-12)
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PSY 491 - Workshop
Credits: (1-6)
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PSY 495 - Directed Research
Description:
Not more than 5 credits of PSY 295, PSY295C, PSY 495, and PSY495C combined may be applied to a 45-credit psychology major and not more than 10 credits, combined, may be applied to a 60-credit major. By permission. May be repeated for credit. Grade will either be S or U.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PSY 101
Credits: (1-5)
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PSY 495C - CHCI-directed Research
Description:
Directed research at the Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute. Course fee will be assessed. Not more than 5 credits of PSY 295, PSY 295C, PSY 495, and PSY 495C combined may be applied to a 45-credit psychology major, and not more than 10 hours combined may be applied to a 60-credit major. May be repeated up to 10 credits. Grade will either be S or U.
Credits: (1-5)
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PSY 497 - Undergraduate Honors Thesis
Description:
By invitation of department chair. Research supervised by three-member committee of the department of psychology. May be repeated up to 6 credits.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admission to the Departmental Honors Program.
Credits: (2-6)
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PSY 498 - Special Topic
Credits: (1-5)
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PSY 499 - Seminar
Credits: (1-5)
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Public Health (PUBH)
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PUBH 209 - Consumer Health
Description:
Analysis of health aids, cosmetics, non-prescription drugs, health fads, and fallacies. Critical evaluation of advertising and promotional schemes; quackery. Formerly HED 209, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 230 - Foundations of Public Health
Description:
This is an introductory course for students interested in public health. The course introduces students to the core foundational concepts for continuing study in the area of public health. This course surveys the history, philosophies, and underlying the practice of public health. This course involves community and campus interaction through service learning. Formerly HED 230, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 240 - Writing in Public Health
Description:
Fundamental skills and practice for effective written communication in public health and related disciplines; attention to clarity and accuracy; various styles and strategies; appropriate use and citation of peer-reviewed literature; audience concern; hierarchy of evidence; APA style is a focus. Formerly HED 240, students may not receive credit for both.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ENG 101 and ENG 102.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 250 - Introduction to Health Policy and Systems
Description:
This introductory course provides an overview of the U.S. health system, and explores the conceptual process of health policy development, the social and political environment in which policy decisions are made and their implications on the health and well-being of populations. Formerly HED 250, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 298 - Special Topics
Description:
May be repeated up to 12 credits.
Credits: (1-6)
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PUBH 310 - Community Health
Description:
An overview of contemporary community health programs; problems in community health at the local, national, and international levels. Formerly HED 310, students may not receive credit for both.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PUBH 230 or permission of instructor.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 311 - Cross Cultural Practice in Public Health
Description:
An overview of culturally-driven behaviors, attitudes, and policies that come together to enable effective public health practice in cross-cultural situations. This course will review best-practices in interpersonal behaviors, effective communication skills, and knowledge development for culturally-competent public health professionals. Formerly HED 311, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 317 - Global Health
Description:
Explores the health status of people within the global community. Explores specific health issues endemic to certain parts of the world and related programs. Formerly HED 317, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 320 - Environmental Health
Description:
Explores basic environmental health topics that public health educators will use in community settings, including models and theories that encourage community involvement. Formerly HED 320, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 324 - Infectious and Non-infectious Disease
Description:
This course introduces students to the various principles related to the identification, treatment, and prevention of prevalent infectious and non-infectious diseases. Additionally, the physical, social, psychological, and economic effects of these illnesses/diseases in society are explored. Formerly HED 324, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (4)
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PUBH 351 - Community Building Strategies for Public Health
Description:
Overview of effective strategies and practices of community building for health, including community organizing and coalition building. Formerly HED 351 and HED 450, students may only receive credit for one.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PUBH 230.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 370 - Contemporary Issues in Public Health
Description:
Contemporary health education topics and issues are explored through classroom and community contacts, visual, web-based, and interactive media. May be repeated for up to 6 credits, provided topic is different. Formerly HED 370, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (3)
Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments
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Learner Outcome
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Activity (optional)
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Assessment
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Student will be able to discuss the evidence base surrounding a particular issue area (such as mental health, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, food justice, or global human rights).
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Presentations, course paper, exams.
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Students will be able to discuss norms, values, beliefs, and attitudes related to the issue area, as well as the impact of such thinking on current approaches and outcomes.
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Presentations, course paper, exams.
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Students will be able to locate, synthesize, and share credible information surrounding the issue area, with attention to meeting the needs of various audiences of interest.
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Presentations, course paper, exams.
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Students will be able to propose feasible strategies to improve population outcomes surrounding the issue area.
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Presentations, course paper, exams.
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PUBH 375 - Theories of Health Behavior
Description:
Provides an introduction to methods and theories of behavior change related to community and public health. Examines change process of individual and communities including motivating factors essential to maintaining positive behavior change. Formerly HED 375, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 380 - Epidemiology
Description:
Epidemiology is the scientific study of the determinants, rates, and distribution of disease amongst populations. Formerly HED 380, students may not receive credit for both.
Credits: (3)
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PUBH 398 - Special Topics
Description:
May be repeated up to 12 credits.
Credits: (1-6)
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PUBH 409 - Community Mental Health Issues and Strategies
Description:
This course provides an overview of the history, trends, and promising models of community-based mental health from a public health perspective. This includes the broad range of determinants of mental health and substance abuse, U.S. delivery system and supports, program and policy interventions, and other mental health promotion efforts from a community-based context.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: PUBH 230.
Credits: (3)
Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments
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Learner Outcome
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Activity (optional)
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Assessment
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Describe a variety of community mental health program delivery models currently being used in the US
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Graded quizzes and assignments.
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Examine determinants of mental health as they relate to community-based factors
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Graded quizzes and assignments.
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Assess the role things like educational level, income, and access to services play in treating mental illness
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Project report
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Examine the contributions of various policies to mental health status of groups
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Graded quizzes and assignments.
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Appraise the various treatment options available through a variety of community-based prevention, intervention, and treatment programs.
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Project report.
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Recognize the role mental health plays in various other community-based social health issues such as prisons and substance abuse treatment, and homelessness.
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Graded quizzes and assignments.
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PUBH 412 - Aging and Public Health
Description:
Population aging is a major challenge facing public health. Public health professionals must be prepared to meet the social, economic, and healthcare needs of aging populations.
Credits: (3)
Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments
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Learner Outcome
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Activity (optional)
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Assessment
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Students will be able to discuss the challenges of aging in society and the public health impacts of population aging.
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Students will work in groups to discuss problems related to aging and proposed solutions.
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Assignments
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Students will demonstrate their knowledge of the implications of age related disease and disability on the health of the individual and the healthcare, social, and economic systems of society.
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Students will present age related health information to their peers.
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Presentations will be graded upon a rubric.
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Students will analyze policies that impact successful aging and those that prevent healthy aging.
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Students will work in teams to create policy analyses of aging related health policies such as Medicare, cost and access to health care, Older People in America, etc. They will present their findings to the class.
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Presentations will be graded upon a rubric.
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Students will prepare a position stand on an age related health issue.
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Students will write a paper summarizing a position on an age related health issue, such as aging in place, access to health services, etc.
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The paper will be graded based upon a rubric.
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Students will evaluate the effectiveness of healthy aging programs.
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Students will write a paper with their evaluation criteria, judgment, and recommendations for improvement of health program directed at older adults.
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The paper will be graded based upon a rubric.
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PUBH 413 - Health Disparities in Rural and Frontier Communities
Description:
Overview of differences in health statuses, resources, and outcomes in rural and frontier communities in the U.S. from a population health perspective. PUBH 413 and PUBH 513 are layered courses. Students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Spring and Summer Quarters).
Credits: (3)
Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments
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Learner Outcome
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Activity (optional)
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Assessment
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Students will identify and analyze differences in health status and outcomes in rural and frontier communities using publicly available data
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Lectures/readings
Data analysis lab
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Data analysis lab assignment
Case study assignment
Exam questions
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Students will identify elements of health systems specific to rural and frontier communities
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Lectures/readings
Large and small group discussions
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Case study assignment
Exam questions
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Students will discuss strategies aimed at improving health disparities in rural and frontier communities
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Lectures/readings
Large and small group discussions
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Case study assignment
Exam questions
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Students will assess a public health program and/or policy using a case study approach
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Lectures/readings
Large and small group discussions
Case studies
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Case study assignment
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