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PHL 490 Senior Seminar 3 Credit(s) DI W
This course integrates students’ previous knowledge of philosophy through work on special topics or problems in major areas of philosophy. Students will do research, participate in classroom discussions, and write reflective essays to assess their progress in the course. Students will also write multiple drafts of an integrated research paper. Offered every Fall. Students require permission of Department Chairperson. Three lecture hours per week.
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PHL 500 Tutorial, Readings and Research in Philosophy 3 Credit(s)
This course is designed to allow the individual to pursue interests in philosophy beyond the limits of the regualr course offerings under the direction of an instructor of choice. Through selection of an individual topic or field, the student will be encouraged to enlarge his or her vision and to participate in a philosophic dialogue using the methods of research or community service or internship. Meetings by arrangement. Prerequisites: A minimum of two courses in Philosophy and permission of the Department Chairperson.
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PHL 520 Internship In Philosophy 3 Credit(s)
PHL520 is an internship designed to provide relevant on-the-job training and work experiences for students in the Applied Ethics and the Philosophy of Art and Culture Concentrations of the Liberal Studies Major. Time and service arrangements contracted between student, training site and Philosophy Department. The number of credit hours varies with commitment, intern advisor’s recommendation and Chairperson’s approval. Open to majors in the Bachelor of Liberal Studies, Applied Ethics or Philosophy of Art & Culture concentration only.
Prerequisites: Completion of at least 9 credits of Philosophy courses, junior or senior status, and permission of the department chairperson.
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PHL 600H Honors Seminar: Philosophy 3 Credit(s) DI
An intensive examination of philosophers, topics, issues, theories or themes conducted as a seminar. Specific subject matter will be announced each time this course is taught. Open only to Honors students. Three lecture hours per week.
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Physics |
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PHS 101A Physical Science I 4 Credit(s) DII SR
Selected topics from physics, chemistry, & astronomy, will be explored with emphasis on the process of scientific investigation and the development of scientific concepts, reasoning skills, and mathematical modeling. Topics to be investigated may include properties of matter, the relationship between motion and energy, and energy conservation. No previous background in science is assumed. Together with PHS 102A or PHS 107 , this course satisfies the full-year sequence in laboratory science. Three lecture hours, and one two-hour lab per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PHS105 or PHS101.
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PHS 102A Physical Science II 4 Credit(s) DII
This course is a continuation of PHS 101A , examining additional topics in physical science. There will be an emphasis on the process of scientific investigation and the development of scientific concepts, reasoning skills, and mathematical modeling. Topics may include electricity, and magnetism; atomic and chemical structure; the properties of light; and observational astronomy. Three lecture hours, and one two-hour laboratory per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PHS106 or PHS102. Prerequisite: PHS 101A or PHS101 or PHS105.
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PHS 107 The Physics of Music and Voice 4 Credit(s) DII
Introduction to the fundamental concepts and techniques of acoustics, particularly as applied to the performing arts. Topics will include a description of waves and wave motion; frequency and pitch; interference, standing, waves, and resonance; intensity levels and loudness. The course will also explore the fundamentals of musical instruments, including stringed instruments, woodwinds, and percussion. Three lecture hours and one two-hour laboratory period per week. Together with PHS 101A or PHS 211A or PHS 221 this course satisfies the Laboratory Sequence. Prerequisite: PHS 101A or PHS 211A or PHS 221 .
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PHS 205 Digital Circuit Design 4 Credit(s) DII
This course introduces logic design and digital circuit fundamentals. Topics include: binary systems, Boolean algebra, combinatorial and sequential circuit analysis and design, and fundamental building blocks of modern computers, such as multiplexers, decoders, counters and registers. Students are involved in hands-on laboratory activities and team projects to apply learned theory to the design, simulation and implementation of digital circuits using current computer aided-design software and hardware tools. Three lecture hours and three hours of scheduled laboratory per week.
Pre or Co-requisite: MAT 110 or equivalent.
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PHS 207 Astronomy 3 Credit(s) DII Q
Introduction to topics in modern astronomy. Topics may include the origin and evolution of the solar system; the search for extra-solar planets; the lives and deaths of stars; the structure of the galaxy; modern theories of cosmology; and the search for extraterrestrial life. Emphasis on the latest results in research astronomy, from the perspective of the enthusiastic novice. Required periodic visual observations and visits to the Collins Observatory will supplement lectures. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: MAT202N or permission of the Department Chairperson.
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PHS 211A College Physics I 4 Credit(s) DII Q SR
An introduction to principles of classical mechanics, with emphasis on development of problem-solving skills. Topics include the relationship between force and motion, the conservation of energy and momentum, rotational motion, and simple harmonic motion. Algebra, geometry and elementary trigonometry are used freely. Three lecture hours, one discussion period and one three-hour laboratory period per week. Emphasizes biological science applications. Not open to students who have received credits for PHS211. Prerequisite: MAT202N or equivalent.
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PHS 212A College Physics II 4 Credit(s) DII SR
Continuation of PHS 211A . This course examines additional topics in classical physics, including fluid dynamics; thermal properties of matter, the laws of thermodynamics; principles of electricity and magnetism; D.C. circuits, electromagnetic induction. A strong emphasis on problem solving skills, in which algebra, geometry and elementary trigonometry are used freely. Three lecture hours, one discussion period and one three-hour laboratory period per week. Emphasizes biological science applications. Not open to students who have received credit for PHS212. Prerequisites: MAT202N or equivalent and PHS 211A or PHS 222 .
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PHS 221 General Physics I with Calculus 4 Credit(s) DII Q SR
Calculus-based survey of selected topics in classical mechanics, including kinematics and Newtonian mechanics; one-and two-dimensional collisions; energy conservation; rotational motion and angular momentum; harmonic motion and oscillations. Recommended for Chemistry majors. Three lecture hours, one mandatory discussion hour, and one three-hour laboratory period per week. Cannot be taken for credit with PHS 211A . Not open to students who have received credit for PHS213. Prerequisite: MAT202N or equivalent. Co-requisite: MAT 220 .
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PHS 222 General Physics II with Calculus 4 Credit(s) DII SR
Continuation of PHS 221 . Calculus-based survey of selected topics in classical electrodynamics and geometric optics, including electric fields & Gauss’ Law; electric potential; D.C. circuits; magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction; the electromagnetic field, reflection and refraction of light. Recommended for Chemistry majors. Cannot be taken for credits with PHS212 or PHS 212A . Not open to students who have received credits for PHS214. Prerequisites: PHS 221 or PHS213 and MAT 220 . Co-requisite: MAT 221 .
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PHS 311 General Physics III 4 Credit(s) Q
This course examines topics in electromagnetism and wave motion, including properties of waves; geometric optics; interference and diffraction of light; the electromagnetic spectrum and wave-particle duality. Selected topics in modern physics will be introduced as time permits. Three lecture hours, one discussion period, and one three-hour laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: PHS 212A or PHS212 or PHS214.
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PHS 312 Modern Physics 4 Credit(s)
Introduction to the major developments in physics during the 20th Century. Topics include blackbody radiation and Planck’s constant; the photoelectric effect, development of quantum theory, the structure of matter; particle physics and cosmology. Three lecture hours, one discussion period, and one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisites: PHS 311 and MAT 221 .
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PHS 315 Introduction to Radiation Physics 3 Credit(s)
This course examines problems in radiation physics, including nuclear structure; radioactive decay and activity; uses of radioactivity; the interaction of radiation with matter; radiation detection and measurement; radiation dosimetry; biological applications and hazards of radioactivity. Intended for Nuclear Medicine Technologists. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisites: PHS 211A and PHS 212A , or PHS 221 and PHS 222 .
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PHS 570 Directed Study in Physics 1-6 Credit(s)
This course will consist of readings in particular areas of physics, under the direction of a staff member. Students wishing to register for this course must make prior arrangements with the faculty members involved. Prerequisites: Consent of faculty member and permission of Department Chairperson.
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PHS 571 Special Problems in Physics 1-6 Credit(s)
This course provides research direction and participation in any area of physics of interest to the student and for which a faculty specialist is available for supervision. Open only to students who have completed at least three semesters of college physics. Requires the approval of the supervising faculty member. Students must make prior arrangements with the faculty member. Demands on faculty time and laboratory equipment will necessarily limit the openings in this course. A paper will be required at the end of the course. Prerequisites: Consent of faculty member and permission of Department Chairperson.
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POL 101 Understanding the Political World 3 Credit(s) DIII V CS
This course introduces students to the study of politics (including political ideas and behaviors, political institutions, and public policies), both in the United States and abroad. Topics may include democracy and authoritarianism, political parties and elections, political violence, and globalization. The course also familiarizes students with key academic skills such as critical thinking and information literacy, as well as to the requirements and opportunities that are part of the Political Science program. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 110H Honors Understanding the Political World 3 Credit(s) DIII CS
Concentrated study of topics in Political Science introducing qualified students to central concepts, structures, and processes of politics and government. Course topics may include: democracy in America, globalization, ethnic conflict, social justice, etc. The seminar format will emphasize critical analysis of assigned readings, extensive student participation in class discussions, and engagement in various forms of written reflection. Three seminar hours per week.
Prerequisites: Honors Program student; or, Political Science major or minor with the permission of the department chairperson.
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POL 201 Introduction to American Politics 3 Credit(s) DIII CS
This course provides an analysis of the United States political system, with primary emphasis on the national government. Students will discuss the U.S. Constitution as well as the powers and functions of Congress, the presidency and the Supreme Court. They also will evaluate the changing roles of political parties, interest groups and citizens in American democracy. Additionally, students will debate contemporary issues and events. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 219 Introduction to Public Policy 3 Credit(s) DIII OC
This course provides an introduction to contemporary issues in American public policy. The course will examine the roles of interests, political institutions, governmental and nongovernmental actors, and the media in shaping public policy. We will identify competing goals, problem definitions, and solutions in policy debates over issues such as social welfare, criminal justice, economics, civil rights, healthcare, education and the environment. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 231 Introduction to Political Theory 3 Credit(s)
A survey of the history of political theory. Intended to introduce students to the major theoretical answers to fundamental questions of political life. Readings may include selections from Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Tocqueville, Marx and Nietzsche. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for POL300 or POL302.
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POL 251 Introduction to International Relations 3 Credit(s) DIII HP
This course is about understanding how the origins and historic evolution of the international system fundamentally shape the structure and functioning of international relations (IR) today. In addition to introducing basic concepts and analytical frameworks, the first part of this course uses contending theories of IR to describe and interpret the major global events of the modern era. Building on this foundation the second part of the course explores several key issue-areas in IR: international law and governance. security and conflict, the global economy, and global human welfare. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for POL351.
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POL 271 Introduction to Comparative Politics 3 Credit(s) WC
This course introduces students to the comparative study of politics by examining the political systems and political cultures of selected developed and developing countries. Topics covered go beyond institutions and public policies, encompassing, for example, a study of how ethnicity and religion shape politics and of the role played by political culture. The course also teaches students how to analyze and compare unfamiliar societies. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 300R Introduction to Research in Political Science 3 Credit(s) DIII Q
As an introduction to the fundamentals of scientific inquiry as they apply to political science, this course will explore the nature and process of social science research generally, and applied political science research with a focus on methodologies particularly prominent within our discipline. Representative political science research examples will be critically analyzed to illuminate course topics and establish frameworks for assessing the validity and utility of various forms of political research. The practical application of research methodologies to the study of empirical political questions will be emphasized. Three seminar hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for POL291.
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POL 303 Grassroots Politics 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course explores various manifestations of grassroots politics, especially social movements on behalf of such causes as civil rights, women’s rights, economic rights, and protection of animals and the environment. The course examines the role of different strategies, including demonstrations, boycotts, ballot measures, lobbying, litigation, and community organizing, in spurring political, economic and social change. Particular attention is given to the impact of grassroots activism on American democracy and political institutions. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 304 Environmental Politics 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course introduces students to a broad set of themes in environmental politics and political ecology. Issues include: epochal transformations in human-environment relations; various approaches to contemporary environmental conditions and their political ramifications; sustainability; the impacts of environmental movements, and the character of environmental institutions, policies, and politics on the local, state, national, and global scales. Three lecture hours per week. Offered in alternate years.
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POL 305 Theories of Political Power 3 Credit(s) DIII
In this course students explore the many faces of political power and political socialization. Through the study of classical and contemporary theories, students will examine various forms of political and social coercion, and they will explore how individuals are inducted into a political system. Students will investigate the exercise of political power, analyze individual and group socialization, and determine whether or not these processes undermine democratic principles and practices. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 306 Political Communication 3 Credit(s) DIII OC
This course examines attitude change, public opinion, propaganda, mass media, and other aspects of communication as they influence the political world. Additionally, utilizing a hand-on approach, students will generate various forms of political communication covering both individual and governmental spheres. Three seminar hours per week.
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POL 309 Introduction to Feminist Theory 3 Credit(s) W
This course will identify and explain core issues and writings in Feminist political theory. The goal is threefold. First, it will introduce students to a theoretical framework with which to analyze the power relationships and political structures of society. Second, it will familiarize students with the body of literature that forms the core of this framework. Third, students will be encouraged to think about politics and political life from the perspective of these works. This course differs from Women in Politics in that it focuses on theory and normative issues rather than on current politics.
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POL 310 The United States Congress 3 Credit(s) DIII
Described alternately as a mere tool for special interests or as the most democratic branch of the United States government, Congress remains a perplexing institution. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the legislative branch, its internal modes of operation, and its relation to the executive and judicial branches. Simulations, role-play and other methods may be used to explore the legislative process. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 311 Modern American Conservatism 3 Credit(s) PGR
This course analyzes the theoretical, ideological and organizational development and influence of post-World War II American conservatism (including the New Right). Emphasis will be on its main trends, differing interpretations of its role in American politics, contradictions within the movement, implications of its policies and its future, covering such topics as separation of church and state, the role of the market, states’ rights, class, race and gender and foreign policy. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 312 American State and Local Government 3 Credit(s) DIII
The study of the structure and operation of State and Local Government and their relationship to the federal government. Analysis of Federalism as the dynamic concept propelling Federal-State-Local relations (intergovernmentalism) with special emphasis on the key policy problems of subnational governments. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 313 American Political Parties 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines the development and contemporary structure of political parties. Topics may include the different periods of party organization, the changing relationship between parties and the citizenry. the influence that parties have on today’s political struggles, and the impact that major and third parties have on the political process. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 314 The American Presidency 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines the Executive Branch. Special attention is given to the vast increase in executive authority in the past century as well as the limitations placed on the president by the Constitution, Congress, Supreme Court, political parties, and the American citizenry. The course will also explore the development of the executive’s military, administrative and agenda setting powers, examine the influence of the president’s leadership style, and evaluate the performance of the present Chief Executive. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 315 Public Administration 3 Credit(s) DIII
An examination of the nature of bureaucracy and the administration process. Emphasis will be placed on the policy-making role of bureaucracy. Also included will be the theory, organization, and function of the bureaucracy and the nature of the budgetary process. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 316 The American Judicial System 3 Credit(s) DIII
Using cases and secondary sources, students will explore the judiciary’s organizational structure, state and federal courts’ jurisdiction as well as civil and constitutional decisions. Students will also consider judges’ commitments to both the written Constitution and the political environment, and students will examine the legal system’s democratic and anti-majoritarian aspects. This course will help prepare students for a career in the legal profession, and it will be valuable to those interested in the powers and limits of the U.S. judicial system. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 318 Civil Liberties and Civil Rights 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines the U.S. Supreme Court’s interpretation of civil liberties and civil rights, with emphasis on judicial decisions rendered since the 1960’s. Topics include freedom of expression and religion, the rights of the accused, the right to privacy, and equal protection. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 319 Public Policy Analysis 3 Credit(s) DIII W-II
This course focuses on theories, analytical approaches and current techniques for analysis of public policy contests and content. The course is designed to help student develop the skills required to analyze policy problems, identify decision-making criteria for policy analysis, and evaluate alternative policy solutions. Students develop research and writing skills through preparation of case studies and policy memos on policy topics of interest to them. It is recommended that students take POL 201 or POL 219 before enrolling in this course. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 327 Race and American Political Development 3 Credit(s) DIII V
Through a primary focus on the struggles for and against civil rights, this course provides a historical, ideological, and institutional examination of race within the context of American political development. In our readings and discussions we will consider: (1) the various ways race has been conceptualized; (2) the connections between those who hold these ideological frameworks and their corresponding legislative agendas; and (3) the institutional channels (both governmental and nongovernmental) that facilitate and limit these political actors’ attempts to advance or hinder civil rights. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 328 Immigration and U.S. Politics 3 Credit(s) DIII V
This course examines the politics surrounding migration into the United States. Students will explore general reasons why individuals immigrate and how governments regulate migration. Students will also investigate how the flow of immigrants into the United States is shaped by notions of gender, race and ethnicity, employers’ need for workers and the specific demands of the U.S. political system. Student will explore contemporary U.S. immigration debates and recent immigration legislation. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 331 Issues in American Politics and Policy 3 Credit(s) DIII
Through in-depth analysis of contemporary issues in American politics and policy, this course will explore important concepts and concerns in Political Science such as democratic participation, federalism, political power, and the relationship between science and politics. The topics of the course will vary by semester and instructor. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 333 Gender, Law and Policy 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course explores how gender shapes American law and policy. Through the review of court decisions, laws, and legislation on issues such as employment discrimination, gay marriage, welfare, and access to birth control and abortion, the course examines the ways in which perceptions of gender influence the formulation, adoption, and implementation of public policy. The course also looks at the interests and organizations involved in these policy contests and legal disputes. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 340 American Foreign Policy 3 Credit(s) HP
This course is an introduction to American foreign policy and policymaking, and examines where American foreign policy comes from (i.e. its historical, cultural, ideological and political sources), its evolution, major turning points and shifting presidential foreign policy doctrines since the founding of the United States, the key players in America foreign policymaking and the foreign policymaking process, and the instruments available for implementing foreign policy decisions. In depth discussion and analysis of select cases in modern American foreign policy will also be undertaken. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 352 Issues in International Relations 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course applies the fundamental concepts and analytical frameworks introduced to students in POL 251 to a series of current issues in international relations. These current issues will represent the range of imajor issues-areas in IR– international governance, international security, international political economy, and global social welfare, and each of these issues will be analyzed in detail in a discussion-oriented setting. As such, extensive student interaction and participation will be expected in the course. Three lecture hours per week. is recommended but not required as a prerequisite
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POL 354 International Governance 3 Credit(s) DIII
Introduction to the key components of international governance in the 21st century: international law, international regimes, and international organizations. Emphasis will be placed on international organizations, including their historical evolution, structure, roles and functions, decisionmaking processes, and the rise to prominence of international nongovernmental organizations. The United Nations and other select institutions of international governance will be analyzed as case-studies. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for POL322.
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POL 355 The Sixties and Its Contemporary Legacies 3 Credit(s) DIII V W
This course will discuss the politics of “The Sixties”. Using the concept of the “long sixties” covering the fifties through the seventies, this course provides a fuller understanding of the origins of and consequences of this period. As such it will analyze both key political issues and different political trends within “The Sixties” in order to challenge students to think about the contemporary influences and legacies of the political, economic, social and cultural movements and events of the sixties. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 356 International Security and Conflict Resolution 3 Credit(s) DIII CS
This course introduces students to the theories, concepts and issues pertaining to international security, conflict and conflict resolution. The course includes the study of new and nontraditional security concerns and problems of the early 21st century even while maintaining a focus on interstate security issues such as: interstate rivalries and wars; intrastate wars that spill across state borders; interstate competition over critical natural resources; large-scale population displacements; pandemic diseases; trade disputes and economic conflicts; ideological conflicts; cultural conflicts; etc. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 359 Terrorism and Political Violence 3 Credit(s) CS
This course will study the human, social and organizational causes of terrorism and political violence, the motives and methods of the individuals, organizations and states undertaking such action and the effects of political violence on the institutions of democratic societies. It will also analyze the growth and implications of terrorism and political violence and possible tools to prevent or counter terrorism.. Not open to students who have received credits for POL382.
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POL 360 International Political Economy 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course introduces students to the changing nature of the globalized world economy through the frameworks and concepts of international political economy. Focusing on such topics as multinational corporations, polarization, economic cooperation and competition among states, foreign aid, debt, hunger, population growth and how globalized trade works, this course will acquaint students with various interpretations of globalization and their underlying theories, and thereby help students to make independent judgments about them. The course emphasizes the study of empirical patterns and basic logic in international political economy rather than formal modeling. A background in economics or mathematics is not required. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 362 Globalization and Geopolitics in the 21st Century 3 Credit(s) DIII W
This course introduces to students two major analytical frameworks for understanding current global events and their possible future directions. First, globalization envisions an integrated world in which states and other players come together cooperatively to advance common interests and values. Second, geopolitics, a throwback to past eras in world history, describes an international system in which states engage in cutthroat competition with one another for power, status, resources, wealth and security. The course will emphasize extensive class discussion and a variety of writing assignments. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 370 Politics of Nationalism 3 Credit(s) DIII W
This course explores the role of nationalism and ethnic identity in politics. It examines how Americans and others define the political arena, the nation, and the state and the impact of these different definitions. The course will also examine case studies, primarily in Western Europe, where differences in ethnic identity impact national politics. Readings focus on the theoretical aspects of nationalism as well as case studies. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 371 Women in Politics 3 Credit(s) CS
Women in Politics introduces students to the political, economic and social challenges met by women worldwide and examines how these challenges can be confronted through political action. The course relies on a comparative framework to examine women’s conditions and political participation in various countries and regions throughout the world. It is designed to help students think critically about gender issues, power relations, and the multiple ways in which patriarchy manifests itself. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 372 European Politics 3 Credit(s) DIII W
This course is an exploration of the contemporary politics and governments of Europe. Emphasis is placed on institutional choices and differing party systems. Present trends or issues in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Russia as well as in selected other countries will be covered. Students will be introduced to the European Union and its effects on the domestic policies of member and non-member countries. Selected security issues and instruments will also be examined. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for POL330.
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POL 374 Politics of India and South Asia 3 Credit(s) DIII V
This course provides a comparative survey of the modern political history, current politics, governments, civil societies, political economies, and foreign relations of South Asia; India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldive Islands. Emphasis will be placed on four major comparative frameworks: political culture and political socialization, interest articulation and aggregation, governmental structures, and conflict resolution. Although the course will be comparative, overall, significant parts of the course will be devoted to a more detailed (internally comparative) study of the government and politics of India, and to the international politics of South Asia. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 375 Politics of the Middle East 3 Credit(s) DIII V WC
This course critically examines the politics of the greater Middle East, a region of the world comprising the traditional Middle East plus Arab North Africa, and Turkic Central Asia. A wide array of topics are covered in the course including a broad survey of the ways in which the tumultuous history of this region and its diverse and complex cultures influence and shape region-wide and local politics. Particular attention is given to the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians and to the United States’ involvement in the region. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 377 Chinese Politics 3 Credit(s) DIII V W
This course will analyze modern Chinese government and politics by providing contrasting views of significant political issues and institutions in modern China. Emphasis will be on assisting students to develop ways to understand and bridge the political and cultural differences between American and Chinese approaches to politics and international relations. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for POL353.
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POL 378 The VIetnam War and Its Contemporary Legacies 3 Credit(s) HP
This course examines the origins and evolution of the VIetnam War (or the American War to the VIetnamese) and its contemporary legacies in both countries. Topics include (from both perspectives) cultural and historical differences which contributed to the outbreak of the war, decision-making processes; execution of the war; popular reactions to the war; post-war veterans’ experiences; retrospective perceptions of the war as well as the war’s lasting impact on the political-economic structure of each country and the international system. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 379 Politics of the Developing Countries 3 Credit(s) DIII V W
This course introduces students to the political, economic, and social challenges faced by developing countries. Case studies and simulations are used to examine difficult, often controversial issues in the field of international development, including foreign aid, democracy assistance and democratization, state capacity and state failure, and corruption. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for POL350.
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POL 380 Latin American Politics 3 Credit(s) DIII V W
This course will analyze the contemporary politics, governments and political institutions of various Latin American countries. Emphasis will be on critical comparative thinking, overcoming simplistic and/or stereotypical notions and understanding these countries’ prospective futures. Various Latin American countries will be the focus from semester to semester. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for POL343.
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POL 383 African Politics 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course introduces students to the contemporary politics of sub-Saharan Africa. It focuses on the challenges that are common to most of its states (such as post-colonialism, neo-patrimonialism, and ethnic diversity) but also on variations in performances, especially in terms of state buildings, democratization, and development. Selected case studies serve to illustrate the diversity of this area of the world and the complexity of the issues examined. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 384 Democracy and Dictatorship 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course introduces students to major theories about democracy and democratization as well as to the study of regime transition by using selected case studies. Special emphasis is placed on key concepts such as waves of democratization, democratic consolidation and illiberal democracy. The course is designed to stimulate discussion and debates. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 385 Politics in Fiction and Film 3 Credit(s) DIII W
Students will use the methodologies of Political Science to understand and evaluate the political assumptions and implications, implicit and explicit, and potential for learning from varied works of fiction and film. Students will analyze the structure and validity of arguments, including their internal logic as well as the veracity of the supplied facts and their linkages to reality. Works and topics will vary. The seminar format will emphasize critical analysis of assigned readings. Written assignments will serve as the primary evaluation method for this course. Utilizing a draft/revision process, students will demonstrate critical thinking skills relevant to the course materials. Three lecture hours per week.
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POL 400 Capstone Seminar: Topics in Political Science 3 Credit(s)
Provides advanced students with an opportunity to reflect upon the field of Political Science and discover new ways of integrating what has been learned in previous courses. Course topics, which vary each semester, may include; Government and Society, Inequality, Transitions to Democracy, Political Corruption, and Resolving Global Conflict. The seminar format will emphasize critical analysis of assigned readings, class presentations and a research paper. Three lecture hours per week. Offered each semester. Limited to Junior and Senior Political Science majors.
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POL 412 Model United Nations 3 Credit(s)
Examination of strengths and weaknesses of the U.N. and of how to make it work through the process of negotiation, caucus, compromise, and consensus. Students will participate in the annual four-day Harvard National Model U.N. with other students from all over the world.Three seminar hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for POL512.
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POL 413 Mentorship for Model United Nations Seminar 3 Credit(s)
This course allows students to participate for a second year in the Harvard National Model United Nations by taking the role of mentor to students enrolled in POL 412 . Students in the course will be partnered with a student in POL 412 and will work to enhance the learning experience of the team as a whole. A lab fee may be imposed. Please see Instructor for estimate. This course may not be used as a major or minor elective in Political Science. Prerequisites: POL 412 and permission of department chairperson.
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POL 500 Directed Study in Political Science 3 Credit(s)
Study in depth of some aspect of Political Science under the direction of a member of the department. A research paper is required. The student must first present a proposal at a departmental meeting. A total of six hours may be taken only in exceptional cases and with the approval of the department. See POL 520 for combined total of Directed Study and Internship credits.This course is highly recommended for students expecting to go on to graduate school. Prerequisites: POL300R and junior or senior Political Science majors; or, permission of the department chairperson.
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POL 520 Internship in Politics 3 Credit(s)
This internship provides extensive and valuable political involvement: field experience in a political situation, work with various political institutions and/or participation in internship conferences. Interns must be ready to defend papers on their work at Departmental meetings if so requested and to participate in discussion panels. A total of 6-9 credits may be taken rarely and only with the permission of the Department Chairperson. Under no circumstances may a combined total of POL 500 Directed Study and POL 520 Internship exceed 12 hours.
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PSY 101 General Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course introduces the student to the scientific study of the mind and behavior and to applications of psychological theory and research to everyday life. Topics covered include abnormal psychology, biological psychology, cognition, development, learning, personality, and social psychology. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for PSY103.
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PSY 170H Honors: Foundations of Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
Emphasis will be placed on those areas of general psychology, both developmental and experimental, which will allow the honors student to gain insights into how and why human beings behave as they do. In a seminar setting, with fieldwork and library related activities, students will explore the major perspectives in psychology and the work of noted psychologists. Students completing PSY 101 or PSY103 cannot take this course for credits. Limited to Honors Program students, upon approval of the Instructor, Department Chairperson, and Honors Coordinator. First consideration given to Freshmen Honors Program Psychology majors. Substitutes for PSY 101 in all curricula.
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PSY 203S Research Methods and Statistics I 4 Credit(s) Q
This is the first of a two-course sequence (with PSY 204R ) integrating statistics and research methods in psychology. The course covers basic research design principles and descriptive statistics, and introduces the normal curve and the sampling distributions underlying inferential statistics. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites: Psychology major and minor status, PSY 101 , and satisfactory of the math competency requirement.
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PSY 204R Research Methods and Statistics II 4 Credit(s) Q
This is the second of a two-course sequence (withPSY 203S ) integrating statistics and research methods in psychology. The course covers more complex research designs and inferential statistical methods, including one-and two-way analysis of variance and selected non-parametric techniques. Students will design and conduct an independent research project. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite: Psychology major or minor status and PSY 203S (or a grade of B- or better in CRJ 401 or NUR 409 ).
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PSY 210 Introduction to Learning 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course presents an overview of research in animal and human learning including topics in reflexive behavior, and classical and operant conditioning. Emphasis will be placed on behaviorism as a philosophy of science, reasoning about cause and effect, measurement and evaluation of behavior, evolutionary mechanisms, ethics and the application of learning (to both animal and human populations). Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 211 Introduction to Cognitive Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
Introduction to the study of perception, memory, thought, language, attention, and reasoning. Connections with other cognitive sciences, including linguistics, neuroscience, computer science, and philosophy of mind, will be explored. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 212 Introduction to Biological Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course introduces basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology and the methods of biological psychology, and explores the biological bases of psychological development, behavior, and behavior disorders. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 215 Introduction to Abnormal Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course describes the various forms of abnormal behavior. It covers the etiology, development and treatment of the major psychological disorders. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY302. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 216 Introduction to Social Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course is an introduction to theory and research in social psychology, the scientific study of how people’s thoughts, perceptions, feelings, and behavior are affected by others. Topics include perception of the self and others, attitudes and persuasion, conformity, compliance and obedience, altruism, aggression, social influence and group decision-making. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY250. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 217 Introduction to Personality Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
Personality psychology is the scientific study of the whole person and of individual differences. The course will survey major theories of personality. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY303. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 218 Childhood and Adolescence 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course stresses the interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors which affect the human organism from birth through adolescence. Various theoretical points of view, e.g. Freud, Piaget, Erikson, are presented. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY206, PSY 251 or PSY 252 . Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 251 Child Growth 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course is designed to provide students with an integrated exposure to child development. A broad theoretical background is combined with principles of application. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY206 or PSY 218 .
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PSY 252 Adolescent Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course provides the student with a broad theoretical and practical basis for the understanding of this dynamic period of development. Theoretical models are reviewed within the context of important issues of the adolescent experience. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY206 or PSY 218 .
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PSY 321 Group Dynamics 3 Credit(s)
This course will survey group theory, practice and research. Special attention will be given to group dynamics and processes, human relations training, organizational development, problem solving and leadership. The theoretical foundations of group psychotherapy and various methods of group counseling will be explored as they relate to individuals with physical and/or psychological disorders. Prerequisite: PSY 215 and at least three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 322 Adulthood and Old Age 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course follows the development of the human being beyond adolescence into adulthood and old age, examining the impact of biological, psychological, and social factors upon the aging process. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to student who have received credits for PSY207. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 323 Attention and Memory 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines attention and memory from three perspectives: What do we know about attention and memory? What are some possible explanations of these phenomena? What are the practical and theoretical difficulties in studying attention and memory? Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 211 and three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 324 Sensation and Perception 3 Credit(s) DIII
Sensation and perception are the processes through which humans and other animals extract information from the world. With an emphasis on vision and hearing, this course examines the physiology of sensation and the transformation of sensory impulses into meaningful perceptions. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 211 and three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 200 - 299.
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PSY 325 Theories of Motivation 3 Credit(s)
An analysis of the nature, origins, and development of motives. Current research trends are examined for their theoretical implications and historical antecedents. Emphasis is on concepts such as drive, arousal, emotion, and esthetics. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: At least six credits of courses numbered 205 - 299.
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PSY 326 Industrial and Organizational Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course studies selection, training, motivation, morale, supervision, leadership and organizational development in business and industry. Emphasis is given to the psychological techniques used to measure and analyze behavior in industry. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY314. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 327 Cognitive Neuropsychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course explores how the brain carries out the functions of the mind. Through examinations of cognitive function following brain damage and patterns of brain activation during cognitive tasks, this course will explore the functional organization of our abilities to remember, use language, perceive the world, make plans, and experience emotion. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY315 or PSY316. Prerequisites: PSY 211 or PSY 212 , and one year of college biology or 2) PSY 101 , BIO 200 and BIO 201 .
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PSY 328 Applied Behavior Analysis I 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course introduces students to the basic principles of behavior analysis derived from both classical and operant conditioning. Students will learn to use these principles to analyze and interpret examples of both overt and covert human behavior. In doing so, students will examine the relation between verbal and non-verbal behavior as it relates to the concepts of rule-governed behavior, self-control, and self-management. Prerequisite: At least six credits numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 329 Psychology of Language 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course provides an overview of the major topics, methods, and perspectives within the psychology of language. Included will be linguistic analysis, speech recognition, animal communication and language, language and thought, language acquisition, and language disorders. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 211 and three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 330 Psychology and the Law 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course explores the psychology of human behavior as applied to the law. It will compare psychological perspectives and emphasize the role of psychologists as expert witnesses in resolving legal conflicts. Topics include psychological research related to jury selection and deliberation, eyewitness testimony and identification; the recovered memory debate; assessment of competence, the insane, and involuntary commitment; and psychological aspects of criminal profiling. Prerequisites: PSY 101 and Junior/Senior class standing.
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PSY 331 Clinical Psychology 3 Credit(s)
This course provides an overview of the scientific and professional issues in the field of clinical psychology. It will focus on the professional role of the clinical psychologist in mental health settings. Topics include psychological assessment, forms of clinical intervention, research on the psychotherapy process and outcome, and current professional issues. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 215 and at least six credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 332 Evolutionary Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines human and animal behavior and mental phenomena as the products of evolution by natural and sexual selection. Data on human and animal psychology, such as those found in studies of consciousness and cognition will be interpreted in light of principles of evolution, and current work designed to test evolutionary predictions will be considered. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 333 Psychology of Women 3 Credit(s) DIII V
An empirically oriented course which examines the psychological literature on sex-roles and developmental differences between women and men, the psychological implications of events unique to women, and the treatment of women in classic and current theories and research. The course will explore both biological and cultural influences on gender, and explore the oppression and victimization of women across cultures. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 334 Psychopharmacology 3 Credit(s) DIII
Psychopharmacology is the study of how drugs affect the brain, behavior, and cognition. Topics will include basic neurotransmission, drugs of abuse, and drug therapies for psychological disorders. Students will study fundamentals of neural communication, the psychological effects of drugs, and how drug actions can be understood in terms of effects on the brain. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 212 and three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 335 Physiological Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines the self as a product of hereditary and environmental influences on the structure and function of the brain. Topics include brain mechanisms underlying learning and behavior change, how the brain creates a coherent and useful conscious awareness of the world around us, and the brain’s ability to carry our several functions simultaneously. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for PSY305. Prerequisites: PSY 212 , either PSY 210 or PSY 328 , and BIO 124 .
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PSY 336 Cognitive Development 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines how perception, thinking and reasoning, memory, and other mental processes change with development. Several theoretical perspectives will be explored, including Piagetian and New-Piagetian, information processing, psychometric and multiple intelligences. In addition to learning the theoretical perspectives, students will learn how cognition is assessed, how social and cultural context affect that assessment, and some practical applications. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: A course in developmental psychology - (PSY 218 , PSY 251 , PSY 252 , PSY 322 ) and three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 337 Social Development 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines how personality, self-concept, attitudes, and behavior of the individual develop in interaction with biological, social, and cultural forces. Topics include attachment theory, development of the self, aggression, gender and ethnic identity, and moral development. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: A course in developmental psychology-PSY 218 , PSY 251 , PSY 252 , PSY 322 and at least three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 338 Applied Behavior Analysis II 3 Credit(s)
This course is a continuation of PSY328 (ABAI), which covers application, analysis, and synthesis of operant and respondent principles and procedures used for behavioral changes in a variety of applied settings. Topics include ethical considerations, behavioral systems support, selection of intervention strategies and evaluating outcomes, and the measurement, display, and interpretation of behavioral data. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite: PSY328 .
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