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PHIL 3310 - Feminist Philosophies 3 hours
Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 with a grade of “C-” or better.
What feminist epistemological, metaphysical, and/or ethical insights can be rehabilitated after millennia of marginalization? This course provides students with a study of feminist challenges to the dominant male perspectives in philosophy.
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PHIL 3400 - Theory of Knowledge 3 hours
Also called epistemology, theory of knowledge is a field that seeks to determine exactly what sorts of things we can know and how we can come to know them. In this course, students will consider both historical and contemporary readings that investigate topics like the nature of truth, what counts as knowledge, and what justifies us in thinking we know something.
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PHIL 4998 - Special Topics in Philosophy 1-3 hours
Prerequisites: One Previous PHIL 1000-2000 Level Course Encouraged.
Courses on selected topics in the discipline.
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PALS 1103 - Basketball 1 hour
A course designed to develop, improve, and execute the fundamental basketball skills at a minimum level of competency. The student should be able to apply the basic skills in actual game situations and become knowledgeable of terminology and general rules of basketball.
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PALS 1104 - Introduction to Basic Fitness 1 hour
This course will provide the necessary knowledge and skills needed to develop and maintain a high level of health and physical fitness. The course includes program development in the area of cardiovascular strength and endurance, cardio respiratory strength and endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and nutrition. Class lectures will be included in this activity course.
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PALS 1105 - Fitness for Life 1 hour
Prerequisites: PALS 1104 with a grade of “C-” or better.
This course is a continuation and expansion of Introduction to Basic Fitness (PALS 1104 ) and will call upon established knowledge of fitness principles and components in order to specifically apply them to a fitness goal. It will provide the individual the opportunity to learn fitness concepts and conditioning techniques used for enhancing and maintaining optimal health and physical fitness. Emphasis is on progression of program development in the area of cardiovascular strength and endurance, cardio-respiratory strength and endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and nutrition. Class lectures will be included in this activity course.
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PALS 1106 - Rhythms 1 hour
A course designed to provide students the opportunity to experience social, folk, and square dance. Also in the course, the history of these dance types will be explored.
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PALS 1107 - Golf 1 hour
The instruction of fundamental skills in golf, plus a complete understanding of the rules of the game. In addition, students will develop a knowledge of the sportsmanship and courtesies of golf.
Fees: $40
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PALS 1108 - Jogging 1 hour
A course designed to provide the basic skills, knowledge, and ability in jogging. Students will be required to jog a minimum of three times per week and to maintain a journal in which they record their exercise program.
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PALS 1109 - Recreational Sports 1 hour
A course that provides the basic skills, knowledge, and ability in numerous sports. The sports involved will be determined by the class enrollment and the interests of the students.
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PALS 1110 - Hiking 1 hour
Co-requisite: LSTP 1125 , PALS 1118 . A course designed to provide students an opportunity to experience the mountains first-hand and to introduce them to fitness concepts involved with hiking. Students will provide their own equipment for day hiking. First aid, safety and conditioning will be discussed and practiced. Students will be taught how to organize a day and overnight hiking expedition. No previous experience is necessary.
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PALS 1111 - Soccer 1 hour
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PALS 1113 - Bowling 1 hour
A course designed to teach bowling skills, including scoring, etiquette, basic terminology, and rules. Students will receive instructions at a nearby bowling center.
Fees: $40
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PALS 1114 - Tennis 1 hour
A course that introduces the student to the fundamentals of the sport of tennis and provides the student with the skills and knowledge needed to participate in this lifetime sport.
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PALS 1115 - Advanced Tennis 1 hour
This course is designed for students already experienced in the sport of tennis. Development of skills, techniques, and strategies will be emphasized.
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PALS 1116 - Volleyball 1 hour
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental skills and rules of the game of volleyball.
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PALS 1117 - Weight Training 1 hour
A course designed to introduce students to the principles underlying the practice of weight training and to provide a practical training situation for implementing a program
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PALS 1118 - Camping 1 hour
Co-requisite: LSTP 1125 , PALS 1110 . Students who are not Outdoor Leadership Majors may take the following cross listed classes with ODE 202 for two physical education credits and one elective credit - PED 118, PED 110, and LST 125. Permission is required to add these three classes as cross listed with ODE 202.
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PALS 1119 - Advanced Weight Training 1 hour
Prerequisites: PALS 1117 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A course designed to enable students with weight training experience the opportunity to continue to train in an environment that will challenge them physically. The course will also introduce students to new ideas and techniques pertaining to weight lifting.
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PALS 1127 - Sailing 1 hour
Prerequisites: Must pass a swimming test to check swimming ability (must be at least an intermediate swimmer).
A course designed to teach the beginning skills needed for sailing. Personal flotation devices (PFDs) will be required and will be provided by the professor. Students will be responsible for their own transportation to and from class (Lake Chatuge). Students who successfully complete specified requirements may earn American Red Cross Sailing Certificates.
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PALS 1131 - Snow Skiing 1 hour
A course designed to introduce students to snow skiing. The course is taught for one week during the Christmas holidays at one of the ski resorts in the southern Appalachian Mountains.
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PALS 1136 - Kayaking 1 hour
Prerequisites: Excellent swimming skills, demonstrating comfort in and around the water. All students must pass a swimming test the first day of class.
This course is designed to teach beginners the basic paddling skills and boat control for open water kayaking. All boats are “sit on top” kayaks with personal flotation devices (PFD’s) required at all times.
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PALS 1137 - Yoga I 1 hour
Hatha Yoga is an ancient form of self-care that enables one to improve balance, coordination, strength, and flexibility by performing a series of postures, either cardiovascular or restorative. Regular yoga practice creates a life-long relationship with exercise.
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PALS 1138 - Yoga II 1 hour
Prerequisites: PALS 1137 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A continuation of study and practice of Hatha Yoga.
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PALS 1139 - Power Yoga 1 hour
Prerequisites: PALS 1137 and PALS 1138 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Students will be able to practice a more vigorous approach to the postures, including more intensive breathwork. This kind of class produces more internal heat, strengthening the heart and lungs and detoxing the body. This course can be repeated with permission from the instructor.
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PALS 1140 - Restorative Yoga 1 hour
Prerequisites: PALS 1137 and PALS 1138 with a grade of “C-” or better.
The majority of this course is based on postures that encourage a deep relaxation. Props will be used to facilitate a longer time spent in each restorative position, with gentle emphasis on the breath. When there is no movement or effort the brain is allowed to become quiet. In our over stressed and over scheduled lives, a quiet mind and a deeply relaxed body directly nurture, refresh and renew our sense of well being. This course may be repeated with permission from the instructor.
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PALS 1450 - Whitewater Kayaking 1 hour
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental paddling techniques, skills, rescues, equipment, and safety issues for kayaking in whitewater environments. Skills will include, wet exits, kayak roll, strokes and maneuvers, river reading, river rescues and risk management. Students will also learn and utilize environmentally sound and ethical practices for water-based trips. Students will be required to pass a swimming proficiency test and attend a field experience. A fee is required for this course.
Fees: $50
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PALS 1460 - Canoeing 1 hour
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental paddling techniques, skills, rescues, equipment, and safety issues for canoeing in lake and moving water environments. Students will also learn and utilize environmentally sound and ethical practices for water-based trips. Students will be required to pass a swimming proficiency test and attend a field experience. A fee is required for this course.
Fees: $25
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PALS 1470 - Rock Climbing 1 hour
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental techniques, skills, systems, equipment, safety and trip planning issues for top rope climbing and rappelling. Students will also learn and utilize environmentally sound and ethical practices for land based trips. Students will be required to attend a field experience. A fee is required for this course.
Fees: $25
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PALS 1480 - Fly Fishing 1 hour
An introduction to the techniques of fly-fishing. Topics explored will include history, basic entomology, fly-tying, casting, equipment, stream dynamics and anatomy, strategies and techniques, trip planning issues, and stewardship. Students will be required to attend a field experience. A fee is required for this course.
Fees: $50
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PALS 1490 - Primitive Survival Skills 1 hour
Students explore primitive survival skills by learning how to use the present day resources of the forest, field and stream to achieve a sustained existence without high-tech accessories. Topics may include the study of plants as foods, medicines and fibers for cordage, tool construction and insect repellency. Shelter building, fire creation, water purification, stalking wild animals, the quest for protein, cooking, throwing stick, traps and snares may also be explored. Students will be required to attend a field experience. A fee is required for this course.
Fees: $50
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PALS 1500 - Tree Climbing 1 hour
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental techniques, skill, systems, equipment, safety and trip planning issues for recreational tree climbing. In addition, students will learn and utilize environmentally sound and ethical practices for land-based trips. Students will be required to attend a field experience. A fee is required for this course.
Fees: $25
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PALS 1510 - Backpacking 1 hour
This course introduces students to the fundamental technical skills pertinent to traveling and camping in back-country environments. Students will explore minimum impact methods, land use ethics and environmental stewardship. Students will be required to attend a field experience. A fee is required for this course.
Fees: $50
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Physical Geography |
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PSCG 1107 - Physical Geography I 4 hours
This is a study of the fundamental elements of weather and climate. The distribution of and variations in temperature, pressure, winds and precipitation will be analyzed and used in the study of storms, climates and air pollution. It includes 3 hours of lecture and 2 hours of labs per week. Designed primarily for non-science majors.
Fees: $50.00
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PSCG 1108 - Physical Geography II 4 hours
An introduction to physical geology. Plate tectonic theory, gradational processes, landform classification and the study of rocks and minerals will be included. Energy resources will be examined in detail. It includes 3 hours of lecture and 2 hours of labs per week. Designed primarily for non-science majors.
Fees: $50.00
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PSCG 3201 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems 3 hours
Prerequisites: with a grade of “C-” or better.
This course will provide a practical, hands-on approach to spatial database design and spatial data analysis with Geographical information Systems (GIS) as applied to the natural sciences. Background material in spatial statistics and GIS design issues will be included. This course will cover the range of functionality available in the software and the essential tools for visualizing, creating, managing and analyzing geographic data
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Physics |
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PHIL 3500 - Metaphysics 3 hours
In philosophy, metaphysics is the study of the character and composition of reality. As such, this course will explore both historical and contemporary readings on metaphysical topics such as first
principles-the fundamental components that form the core of existing things-personal identity, and ontology, or the nature existence itself.
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PHYS 1111 - College Physics I 4 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 1113 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Recommended Prerequisite: MATH 1113 .
Mechanics. An algebra-based introduction to mechanics, the study of the movement of discrete, particulate masses, wave phenomena in continuous media and thermodynamics, the study of heat and temperature.
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PHYS 1112 - College Physics II 4 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 1111 with a grade of “C-” or better
An algebra-based introduction to electricity and magnetism, optics, and selected topics in modern physics. This course includes three hours of lecture and two hours of labs per week.
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PHYS 2111 - University Physics I 4 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 2201 with a grade of “C-” or better
Pre/co-requisite: MATH 2201 .
A calculus-based introduction to mechanics, the study of the movement of discrete, particulate masses, wave phenomena in continuous media and thermodynamics, the study of heat and temperature. This course includes 3 hours of lecture and 2 hours of labs per week.
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PHYS 2112 - University Physics II 4 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 2111 with a grade of “C-” or better
A calculus-based introduction to electricity and magnetism, optics, and selected topics in modern physics. This course includes three hours of lecture and two hours of labs per week.
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PHYS 2850 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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PHYS 2851 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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PHYS 2980 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PHYS 2981 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PHYS 3000 - Physics by Inquiry 4 hours
This course is designed for students in education majors interested in teaching physics. This course could also be suitable for students who would want to get their “feet wet” with a hands-on science course. The course provides an activity based introduction to Electric Circuits, Electromagnets, Light and Optics and Kinematics, The course focuses both on the content as well as curriculum design, instructional strategies and use of educational technologies for effective physics teaching. The emphasis is more on learning the concepts and applying them to practical situations rather than on mathematical skills. Students work on experiments, collect and analyze data and present an analysis of their results.
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PHYS 3210 - Classical Mechanics 4 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 1111 and PHYS 1112 or PHYS 2111 and PHYS 2112 ; MATH 2201 and MATH 2202 with a grade of “C-” or better.
The course is a continuation of PHYS 1111/1112 or 2111/2112. Newtonian dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, relativistic mechanics, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics and waves will be discussed.
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PHYS 3300 - Intermediate Optics 4 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 1112 OR PHYS 2112 OR MATH 2202
Intermediate description of electromagnetic wave propagation; topics in geometrical and physical optics including interference diffraction, polarization, and laser physics; lab exercises in physical and geometrical optics. Content will be on the level of Jenkins and White or Hecht.
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PHYS 3410 - Thermodynamics 4 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 2201 with a grade of “C-” or better or permission of instructor
Co-requisite: PHYS 1111 or PHYS 2111 Thermodynamics seeks to apply physical and mathematical methods to the investigation of chemical systems. This first semester course focuses on the topics of classical thermodynamics, equilibria, chemical kinetics, the kinetic theory of gasses, and the phases of matter. Laboratory experiments will complement the lectures and provide insights into calorimetry, phases, thermodynamics and gas laws.
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PHYS 3420 - Quantum Mechanics 4 hours
Prerequisites: CHEM 3410 or PHYS 1112 or PHYS 2112 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Co-requisite: MATH 2202 Quantum Mechanics seeks to apply physical and mathematical methods to the investigation of chemical systems. This second semester course will focus on the application of quantum mechanics to understanding atomic and molecular structure. Additional topics will include group theory and spectroscopy. Laboratory exercises will cover various examples of computational and spectroscopy techniques.
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PHYS 4851 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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PHYS 4980 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PHYS 4981 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PHYS 4996 - Special Topics 1-4 hours
Courses on selected topics in the discipline.
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POLI 1100 - American Government 3 hours
The constitutional and political structures of our national and state governments are appraised in this course. Present events are treated in light of their constitutional background. The content of this course satisfies the state legislative requirements concerning the Georgia Constitution.
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POLI 2001 - Introduction to Politics 3 hours
This course is designed to connect the formal study of politics to the broader liberal arts curriculum. Whereas other political science courses are primarily focused on policy and institutions, this course examines the broader history of ideas that constitute the discipline of political science.
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POLI 2005 - Introduction to Comparative Governments 3 hours
This course studies the structures, processes and ideologies of other nations in a comparative perspective.
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POLI 2006 - Special Topics/Internship in Pol Science 3 hours
Permission of professor is required.
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POLI 2299 - Special Topics 3 hours
Special Topics
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POLI 2850 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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POLI 2851 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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POLI 2980 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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POLI 2981 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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POLI 3065 - Vietnam Wars: Lessons Unlearned 3 Hours
This course examines key political and military events that shaped America’s 30 year involvement in the Vietnam War. In addition to studying factors such as colonialism and the Cold War. The course will also explore the lasting legacies of Vietnam with special emphasis on current American military ventures.
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POLI 3100 - Introduction to American Legal System 3 hours
Prerequisites: with a grade of “C-” or better.
This course is an analysis of the actors and agencies involved in the administration of criminal law and civil law. This course specifically addresses political issues and how the legal system functions. The course includes an examination of the constitutional and political ramifications of such factors in the criminal justice system as arrest, search and seizure, the functioning of the criminal courts and corrections.
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POLI 4851 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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POLI 4980 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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POLI 4981 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PSYC 1102 - Introduction to Psychology 3 hours
A course designed to provide the student with a general knowledge of psychology. Emphasis is placed on terminology, major concepts and theories, and major divisions of psychology.
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PSYC 2001 - Human Growth & Dev 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A study of mental, physical, emotional, moral, and social growth over a life span and the relationship of the various phases of development to the educative process.
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PSYC 2010 - Health Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102
An introduction of the biopsychosocial perspective on health and illness. Emphasis will be placed on how stress and behaviors impact physical health
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PSYC 2020 - Human Sexuality 3 hours
An exploration of sexual behaviors from a biological, psychological, and social perspective. Potential topics include sexual anatomy, behaviors, dysfunction, and coercion, as well as contraception, sexually transmitted diseases, and paraphilia
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PSYC 2851 - Study Abroad 3 hours
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PSYC 2980 - Independent Study 3 hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PSYC 2981 - Independent Study 3 hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PSYC 3010 - Abnormal Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A survey of psychological disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. Diagnostic criteria, etiology, treatment and theoretical causes will be emphasized along with case studies.
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PSYC 3030 - Theories of Personality 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Classical and contemporary approaches to the study of personality development, structure and dynamics will be considered. Psychodynamic, trait, biological, evolutionary, behavioristic, humanistic and cognitive theories will be included.
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PSYC 3111 - Research Methods and Statistics I 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 and MATH 2000 with a grade of “C-” or better.
The study of the scientific research process in psychology with an emphasis on understanding and interpreting scientific research.
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PSYC 3112 - Research Methods and Statistics II 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 3111 Research Methods and Statistics I .
The study of the scientific research process in psychology with an emphasis on designing and conducting scientific research.
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PSYC 3340 - Forensic Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of C- or better
Forensic Psychology focuses on the researched based forensic practice of psychology in the field of law and criminal justice. It seeks to give a broad introductory examination of the professional
application of psychological knowledge, concepts, and principles to the legal system, law enforcement, correctional systems, and understanding of the criminal mind. Topics include working with criminal and civil courts, police and investigative psychology, criminal psychology, victimology, and correctional psychology.
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PSYC 3996 - Special Topics 3 hours
Courses on selected topics in the discipline.
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PSYC 4010 - Learning and Memory 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Classical and Operant conditioning, observational learning and information processing theory will be studied along with techniques of behavior modification. Types of memory and current theories on memory development will be included.
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PSYC 4020 - Cognitive Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
The study of cognitive processes including attention, memory, language, problem-solving, and perception. Classical theories, information processing and evolutionary theory will be considered.
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PSYC 4110 - Biological Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A study of the biological basis of behavior based on neural function and organization of the brain. Brain development, drug action and abnormal behavior will be included. Neural control of emotion, sexual behavior and language will be examined.
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PSYC 4120 - Sensation and Perception 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
The fundamentals of sensation and sensory physiology and the neural processes leading to our perceptions and thoughts will be examined.
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PSYC 4210 - History and Systems of Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A study of the history of psychology from Greek philosophy through the founding of Psychology in the late 19th century and the development of Psychology in the 20th century.
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PSYC 4310 - Psychology of Music 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 and ENGL 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
This seminar course will examine the phenomenon of music from acoustic, psychological, cultural, neuroscience, and evolutionary perspectives.
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PSYC 4320 - Theories of Psychotherapy 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 3030 with a grade of “C-” or better.
This course is a general introduction to the major theoretical approaches to psychotherapy and counseling, including psychoanalytic/psychodynamic perspectives, existential theory, behavioral and cognitive-behavioral therapy, reality therapy, group therapy, etc. Basic therapeutic skills will be introduced and common ethical concerns in psychotherapy will be examined.
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PSYC 4330 - Environmental Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
This course will provide an introduction to the scientific study of the many interactions that exist between humans and the natural and built environment. The first part of the class will address environmental influences (e.g., nature, crowding, noise) on human health and well-being. Next, we will examine the goal of sustainability and how the field of psychology can aid in the interdisciplinary approach to solving the world’s complex issues. We will examine the effects that humans have on the natural environment. Additionally, we will examine environmental issues through a self-regulatory and social approach.
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PSYC 4500 - Senior Literature Review Seminar 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 3111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A course for senior psychology majors covering advanced study of selected topics. Students will read and evaluate primary source material in order to complete a formal literature review manuscript.
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PSYC 4501 - Senior Empirical Research Seminar 3 hours
Prerequisites: and PSYC 3112 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Senior psychology major will survey a topic of their choice, design a study, collect and analyze data, and submit the study in APA publication format.
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PSYC 4851 - Study Abroad 3 hours
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PSYC 4980 - Independent Study 3 hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PSYC 4981 - Independent Study 3 hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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RECR 2200 - Sport Ethics 3 Hours
A study of ethical issues within the sport and leisure context. Topics will include moral reasoning and ethical decision making, the role of ethics in the sports and leisure industry, sportsmanship, and ethical and unethical behavior in sport. More specific topics will include, cheating and deception, the use of performance-enhancing drugs and techniques, gamesmanship, violence, the economics of sports, ethical issues in youth sports, and the role of the coach as an authority figure.
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