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MUS 444 - Vocal Literature
3-0-3
Song literature from 1600 to the present. Particular emphasis on interpretive problems. Class performance stressed.
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MUS 445 - Woodwind Literature
3-0-31
This class is a survey of woodwind solo and chamber literature from the 17th Century to the present. Emphasis on historical perspectives, tracing the development of brass genres, aspects of performance practice techniques, performances of representative works, and general score analysis.
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MUS 446 - Piano Accompanying
1-2-1
Instruction and practical experience in accompanying.
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MUS 447 - Piano Pedagogy
3-0-3
This course is designed to provide learning experiences for undergraduate performance majors while focusing on pedagogical issues encountered from the elementary through college level. This course will be a survey of various methods, materials, and techniques utilized in the teaching and performing of keyboard instruments.
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MUS 450 - Piano Literature
3-0-3
Survey of literature for piano from various periods of piano composition including analysis and performance.
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MUS 451 - Applied Music Lesson
1-0-2
Applied lesson in woodwind, brass, percussion, piano, strings, and voice. One-hour lesson per week with independent practice hours each week. Senior level lesson may be repeated once. Music fee. Required for music major.
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MUS 496 - Academic Internship
3 to 9 hours
Problem-oriented experiences on specific academic problems relating to the individual student’s program of study, planned in consultation with the student’s advisor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships in this catalog.
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MUS 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
Advanced study of individual research of specific problems.
PR: JS or SS, music major and approval of school dean.
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Nursing |
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NUR 311 - Professional Nursing Practice- Foundations
6-6-8
This course is an introduction to the role of the professional nurse and the Quality and Safety Essentials of Nursing (QSEN) competencies. Critical thinking and clinical reasoning is emphasized in the role of the direct caregiver. Basic nursing concepts are applied to providing direct care, maintaining patient safety, and achieving quality care. Case study presentations, campus/simulated lab experience, and clinical laboratory experiences will be utilized to teach selected knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for the role of direct caregiver.
PR: Admittance to Nursing program CR: NUR 312 , NUR 313 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 312 - Physical Assessment
3-3-4
This course introduces the basic nursing skills required in physical assessment related to the care of individuals, families, and populations. It encompasses three distinct components: physical assessment, basic skill simulations, and laboratory/ clinical performance.
PR: Admittance to the Nursing program. CR: NUR 311 , NUR 313 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 313 - Pathophysiology/ Pharmacology
4-0-4
This combined course will examine foundational pathophysiology, principles of pharmacodynamics, and pharmacokinetics of pharmaceutical agents (using prototypes) and the nursing process in medication administration for health promotion, treatment, and symptom management. The nurse’s role in minimizing risk to patients and promoting a culture of safety will be emphasized and other variables impacting pharmacology such as age, gender, culture, genetics/genomics, and use of herbal supplements will be explored.
PR: Admittance to the Nursing program. CR: NUR 311 , NUR 312 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 321 - Professional Nursing Practice-Families
4-6-6
This course introduces the student to the nursing care of childbearing women, infants, children, and their families by building on previous nursing concepts. The nursing process will serve as the organizing framework to examine normal pregnancy and the developing child, common complications during pregnancy, delivery, and the postpartum period, and major health concerns in children. Theoretical knowledge, clinical practice, and simulated experience will be integrated to prepare students for the nursing roles of direct caregiver, manager, and advocate of health for the childbearing family.
PR: NUR 311 , NUR 312 , and NUR 313 . CR: NUR 322 I , NUR 323 , and NUR 324 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 322 I - Professional Nursing Practice- Vulnerable Populations
4-6-6
This course examines nursing care of vulnerable populations. Specific health disparities, many prioritized by Healthy People 2020, will be highlighted and include: mental illness, health risks of older adults, terminal illness, family abuse, lifestyle health threats, and children with medical concerns. Concentration will be placed on application of the nursing process, role of the nurse as patient-centered advocate, and use of interdisciplinary resources. Clinical practice hours include acute and chronic mental health, outpatient oncology, and community-based settings.
PR: NUR 311 , NUR 312 , and NUR 313 . CR: NUR 321 , NUR 323 , and NUR 324 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 323 - Pathophysiology/Pharmacology II
2-0-2
Specific to the nursing care of families, vulnerable populations, and communities, this combined course will continue to examine the foundational principles or pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of pharmaceutical agents (using prototypes) and the nursing process in medication administration for health promotion, treatment, and symptom management. The nurse’s role in minimizing risk to patients and promoting a culture of safety will be emphasized and other variables impacting pharmacology such as age, gender, culture, genetics/genomics, and use of herbal supplements will be explored.
PR: NUR 313 . CR: NUR 321 , NUR 322 I .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 324 - Professional Nursing Practice- Local/ Global Community
3-0-3
This course is the study of community health science and professional nursing practice of populations (local and global). The purpose of the course is to explain the relationship of human behavior, economics, and environment to health and wellness and to promote the health of populations. The nursing process, as it applies to populations, will be utilized during clinical experiences in community settings.
PR: NUR 311 , NUR 312 . CR: NUR 321 , NUR 322 I .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 410 - Cross Cultural Immersion (Foundations F3a)
1-4-3
This course is a cultural immersion experience and includes participant observation in an international or national healthcare and educational setting. The purpose of the course is for students to discover and discuss community level factors that collectively influence the health of the community and its citizens.
PR: all 300 level nursing courses. CR: NUR 411 , NUR 412 I .
Term Typically Offered: Summer
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NUR 411 - Professional Nursing Practice- Adult
1 - 5-12-9
This course provides an understanding of the nurse’s role in the management of acute and chronic care of patients and the nurse’s contribution to best health care practice. This course will address nursing care issues from a physiologic, and psychosocial context. Nursing informatics will be integrated throughout the course with an emphasis on evidence-based practice, use of analytical skills of critical thinking and clinical reasoning to validate decision-making, and promotion of safe and effective care.
PR: All 300 level nursing courses. CR: NUR 410 , NUR 412 I .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 412 I - Evidence-Based Practice
3-0-3
This course is a study of basic research principles as the process to develop an evidence-based practice model. The course will focus on the ability to identify practice issues, evaluate research findings, use research and clinical evidence to make informed practice decisions, and identify potential research problems that may improve patient care outcomes.
PR: All 300 level nursing courses. CR: NUR 411 , NUR 412 I .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 421 - Professional Nursing Practice- Adult II
6-0-6
This course provides an understanding of the nurse’s role in the management of acute and chronic care of patients, encourages expanded critical thinking in multisystem disorders, and explores nursing contribution to the best health care practice. This course will address nursing care issues from a physiologic, pathophysiologic, and psychosocial context. Nursing informatics will be integrated throughout the course with an emphasis on evidence-based practice, use of analytical skills of critical thinking and clinical reasoning to validate decision-making, and promotion of safe and effective care.
PR: NUR 410 , NUR 411 , NUR 412 I . CR: NUR 422 , NUR 423 , NUR 424 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 422 - Senior Internship
0-0-6
An intensive clinical course, which provides an opportunity for students to synthesize and integrate previous learning. Students will work with an instructor and assigned registered professional nurse preceptor as they begin the transition from student to professional nurse. This course will integrate the roles of professional nursing.
PR: NUR 411 , NUR 412 I .NUR 422 CR: NUR 421 , NUR 423 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 423 - Capstone- Quality of Care
1-0-1
This capstone course focuses on the synthesis of prior knowledge to incorporate quality and safety competencies in clinical practice. Students will complete and formally present a senior thesis paper.
PR: NUR 411 , NUR 412 I . CR: NUR 421 , NUR 422 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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NUR 424 - Professional Nursing Practice- Leadership and Management
2-0-2
This senior-level nursing course focuses on leadership development and management for entry-level professional nursing practice. This course emphasizes the role of the professional registered nurse as the manager/designer/coordinator of care as well as member of a profession. This course addresses building cultures quality and safety in complex health care delivery systems based on organizational strengths, using multiple strategies within environmental turbulence and change and managing fiscal resources for cost-effectiveness. Emphasis on key organizational structures, intra- and inter- professional communication and team work, collaboration and conflict resolution, delegation and supervision, workforce motivation, and change processes will be highlighted. Professional issues related to self-care of the nurse, such as work-life balance, healthy work environments, and resource assistance in building a nursing career are also considered.
PR: All 300 level Nursing courses. CR: NUR 421 , NUR 422 , NUR 423 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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NUR 450 - Special Topics In Nursing
variable 1 - 3 hours
Special Topics In Nursing designed to accommodate material that is not otherwise available in the curriculum or to provide an opportunity for expanded inquiry.
PR: Admitted to Nursing.
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NUR 498 - Directed Studies C
variable 1 - 3 hours
Supervised reading or opportunity for written research or project development.
PR: Admitted to Nursing.
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OHS 200 - Concepts in One Health
3-0-3
This course introduces the interdisciplinary nature of the One Health approach. The course will be team taught by available faculty with expertise in One Health related subjects. Topics include zoonotic and emerging diseases, interspecies relationships, agricultural issues, climate change, deforestation and development, and the global economics and politics of health related issues.
PR: and either or
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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OHS 300 - Case Studies in One Health
3-0-3
This course further develps the interdisciplinary One Health themes introduced in OHS 200. Through the analysis of specific case studies the student will gain an appreciation of the various factors that contribute to disease outbreaki and effective management practices.
PR:
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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OHS 480 - Advanced Topics in One Health
2-6 Hours
Instruction in advanced topics related to One Health issues. May be repeated for credit in seperate terms provided the topic is different. May be used to satisfy the focused study requirement for the One Health minor. If the focused study requirement has been completed through OHS 496 or OHS 498 then credit from OHS 480 can then be applied to the OHS minor’s elective requirement.
PR:
Term Typically Offered: as needed
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OHS 490 - One Health Seminar
1-0-1
Current topics and literature related to One Health research and literature. This course serves as the capstone course for the One Health minor. Required for the completion of the One Health minor.
PR: , , or must be completed or in progress
Term Typically Offered: as needed
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OHS 496 - One Health Academic Internship
2-6 credit hours
2 to 6 hours. Project-oriented experiences focused on One Health related problems or topics. All OHS 496 related projects must seek prior approval from the OHS committee. External internships are encouraged.
PR: Completion of and at least 3 additional hours of One Health approved 300+ level elective coursework.
Term Typically Offered: as needed
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OHS 498 - Directed Studies in One Health
2-6 credit hours
2 to 6 hours. Advanced studies or individual research projects related to One Health specific issues or problems. All OHS 498 projects require prior approval by the One Health committee and must be carried out under the guidance of a member of the Berry College faculty.
PR: Completion of and at least 6 additional hours of 300+ level coursework unique to the minor.
Term Typically Offered: as needed
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PHI 150 - Introduction to Philosophy (Foundations F4a)
3-0-3
Significance of philosophy in human life, with introduction to major problems of philosophy.
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PHI 152 - Critical Thinking (Foundations F4a)
3-0-3
Development of basic skills necessary for participation in public discussion. Focus on recognition of semantic problems, common fallacies in reasoning and propaganda techniques. Development of strategies for effective and legitimate argumentation.
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PHI 250 - Speical Topics in Philosophy
3-0-3
Study of a philosophical topic to be chosen by the instructor. Students may take this course twice provided that the topic is different in each term.
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PHI 326 - Advanced Topics in Philosophy
3-0-3
Upper level examination of critical topics in philosophy.
PR: PHI 150 , PHI 152 , or PHI 250 .
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PHI 329 - The Philosophy of C.S. Lewis
3-0-3
(Cross-listed with REL 329 )
Examination of various philosophical themes in the writings of C.S. Lewis.
PR: Any REL or PHI Foundations course.
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PHI 350 - Philosophy of Law
3-0-3
Study of some major philosophical issues and problems related to law. Among the topics covered are natural law, rights, civil disobedience, privacy, justice, responsibility and punishment.
PR: one course in PHI or CI.
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PHI 351 - Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
3-0-3
Study of major works of Western philosophy from the ancient Greeks through the later Middle Ages.
PR: one course in PHI or CI.
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PHI 352 - Early Modern Philosophy
3-0-3
Study of major works of Western philosophy from Descartes to Kant.
PR: one course in PHI or CI.
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PHI 353 - Symbolic Logic
3-0-3
Introduction to the methods and techniques of modern symbolic logic, including propositional logic, predicate logic and issues in the philosophy of logic.
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PHI 355 I - Philosophy of Religion
3-0-3
(See REL 355 I .) A variety of philosophical issues in religious thought, including religious symbolism, the existence of God and the immortality of the soul.
PR: one course either in REL or PHI.
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PHI 357 - Later Modern Philosophy
3-0-3
Study of developments in philosophy since Kant. The course may focus on either continental or analytical philosophy.
PR: PHI 352 or CI.
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PHI 358 - Bioethics
3-0-3
(See REL 358 .) Seminar focused primarily on ethical issues pertaining to human life such as abortion, euthanasia and new reproductive techniques.
PR: one course in REL or PHI.
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PHI 359 I - Environmental Ethics
3-0-3
(See REL 359 I .) Seminar on the relationship between humanity and nonhuman nature. Discussion includes current biological, political and economic conditions, the role of technology and major philosophical perspectives.
PR: one introductory course in REL or PHI.
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PHI 365 - Ethics
3-0-3
An examination of systematic accounts of morality as well as some specific issues in contemporary ethical theory.
PR: Any prior course in philosophy.
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PHI 425 I - Senior Thesis
3 to 6 hours
(See REL REL 425 I .) Opportunity to propose, conduct and report a major piece of individual research in an area of special interest.
PR: SS and major.
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PHI 450 - Advanced Philosophy Seminar
3-0-3
Capstone. Advanced topics seminar in philosophy and religion. (See REL 450 ).
PR: Any 200-level or above PHI course.
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PHI 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
Directed study and readings in an area of special interest.
PR: SS, major or minor.
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Physics |
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PHY 101 - Investigations in Physics (Foundations F4d)
3-2-4
Investigation of important physics concepts through hands-on activities and experiments, as well as some discussion of philosophical and social implications. Topics include motion, energy, entropy, electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics, atomic theory, and nuclear physics. Intended to satisfy general-education requirement in science for non-science majors. Credit not allowed toward Concentration I physics major.
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 111 - General Physics I with Algebra (Foundations F4d)
3-2-4
Introductory physics using algebra and trigonometry. Topics include motion in one and two dimensions, Newton’s Laws, conservation principles and rotational motion. Thermodynamics, waves, sound and fluids will be covered as time allows.
PR: MAT 120 or MAT 201 or CI.
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PHY 112 - General Physics II with Algebra
3-2-4
Continuation of PHY 111 . Topics include electricity, magnetism, geometric optics, wave optics, special relativity, and elementary quantum physics.
PR: PHY 111 or CI.
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PHY 211 - General Physics I with Calculus (Foundations F4d)
3-2-4
General college physics using calculus. Topics covered include mathematical description of motion, Newton’s Laws, conservation principles, elementary thermodynamics and special relativity, as time permits.
CR: MAT 201
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PHY 212 - General Physics II with Calculus
3-2-4
Continuation of PHY 211 , but may be taken first by very capable students with consent of instructor. Topics covered include electricity, magnetism, light and basic quantum mechanics.
CR: MAT 203 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PHY 240 - Practical Electronics
2-2-3
An introduction to analog and digital electronics with a focus on practical applications. Topics include basic DC and AC circuits, diodes, transistors, operational amplifiers, integrated circuits and electronics safety.
PR: MAT 120 , MAT 145 , MAT 201 or CI
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PHY 307 I - Modern Physics
3-0-3
Special relativity, particle properties of waves, wave properties of particles, Heisenberg uncertainty principle, Bohr theory, elementary quantum theory and its application to the hydrogen atom.
PR: grade of C- or better in PHY 211 and PHY 212 , or CI.
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PHY 320 - Mathematical Methods in Physics
3-0-3
Survey of mathematical methods commonly used in physics. Includes aspects of linear algebra, vector analysis, differential equations, Fourier analysis, abstract algebra, and variational calculus.
PR: PHY 212 , MAT 203 . CR: MAT 202 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall Even
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PHY 321 I - Computational Methods in Physics
4-0-4
An introduction to the methods of computer simulation in physics. The course is project-based with topics drawn primarily from classical mechanics, including: single particle motions, oscillatory systems, few-body problems, chaotic motion, and random processes. Emphasis is on constructing mathematical models based on physical principles and designing algorithms to implement these models in a computer simulation.
PR: PHY 211 , MAT 203 . CR: MAT 202 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall Odd
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PHY 350 I - Experimental Methods in Physics
2-2-3
Laboratory projects chosen to introduce students to the method of modern experimental research in physics. Lecture topics focus on the analysis of data, error propagation, and technical writing in the context of experimental physics.
PR: PHY 212 .
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PHY 402 - Classical Mechanics
3-0-3
An introduction to Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics with applications to central force problems and orbital motion, nonintertial frames, rotation of rigid bodies , coupled oscillators, and continuum mechanics.
PR: PHY 321 I .
Term Typically Offered: Spring Even
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PHY 403 - Electrodynamics
3-0-3
Static electric and magnetic fields; Maxwell’s equations; applications of Maxwell’s equations, including radiation, wave optics, and modern modifications. May also include the study of electrodynamics in matter.
PR: PHY 320 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring Odd
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PHY 410 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
3-0-3
The laws of thermodynamics, the kinetic theory of gases, and an introduction to statistical mechanics.
PR: PHY 321 I
Term Typically Offered: Spring Even
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PHY 411 - Advanced Topics
2-0-2 to 3-0-3
Topics of mutual interest to students and professors, which cannot be scheduled regularly. Normally for juniors and seniors.
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 430 - Quantum Mechanics
3-0-3
An introduction to the techniques of quantum mechanics including the Schrödinger equation, eigenvalues and eigenstates, operators, matrix mechanics, and elementary perturbation theory. Simple systems such as barrier potentials, the harmonic oscillator and the hydrogen atom will be examined. Philosophical aspects of quantum mechanics will be discussed whenever possible.
PR: PHY 307 I , PHY 320 ; MAT 303 helpful.
Term Typically Offered: Spring Odd
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PHY 433 - Solid State Physics
3-0-3
Application of quantum mechanics to understand the properties of solids, including crystal structures, electrical conductivity, lattice vibrations, and magnetic ordering. Other potential topics include semiconductors, an introduction to superconductivity, and liquid crystals.
PR: PHY 410 or PHY 430 or CI
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 435 - Subatomic Physics
3-0-3
Topics chosen to fit the students’ preparation and interest. Potential topics include the atomic nucleus, quantum electrodynamics, conservation laws and symmetries, and the standard model of particle physics.
PR: PHY 307 I , PHY 320 ; MAT 303 helpful.
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 450 - Advanced Experimental Physics
1-4-3
In this course, students will apply experimental techniques to devise, execute, and present an independent project. This project will be done throughout the semester, simulating the complete process that goes into an experimental project. Lecture will consist of group discussions on the various research projects, practice presenting talks to physics audiences, and analysis of papers on physics in society.
PR: PHY 350 I
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PHY 490 - Physics and Astronomy Seminar
1-0-1
Current literature and research reports by faculty, students and visiting speakers. Each student is required to investigate a current research topic in physics or astronomy and perform an oral presentation. For junior and senior physics majors only. May be repeated, but student may not count more than two hours toward physics major or minor.
PR: PHY 212 .
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 496 - Academic Internship
3 to 12 hours
Problem-oriented experiences on specific academic projects relating to the individual student’s program of study, planned in consultation with the student’s advisor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships in this catalog.
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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PHY 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
Directed study, readings and problem solving in an area of special interest. May be repeated.
PR: JS or SS; major or minor; and approval of school dean.
Term Typically Offered: As Needed
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Psychology |
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PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology (Foundations F4c)
3-0-3
The fundamental principles of psychology including heredity, environment, motivation, the nervous system and the emotional adjustment of the individual and the group. General knowledge of psychological terms and concepts emphasized. Open to all students regardless of their field of specialization. This course meets both Foundations Curriculum and psychology major requirements.
NOTE: Student cannot take both PSY 101 and PSY 103 for credit.
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PSY 207 - Psychology of Personality
3-0-3
Theories of personality structure and dynamics used in analysis of personal development.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103 or CI.
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PSY 211 - Human Sexuality
3-0-3
Study of the biological basis of the human sexual response system, sexual individuality and values, reproduction and health and legal and social issues related to human sexuality. Classic studies in human sexuality as well as new research generated in the field will be examined.
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PSY 221 - Life-Span Developmental Psychology
3-0-3
Overview of human development across the life span from prenatal to late adulthood. Critical examination of current research within the context of various theories of development will be emphasized. Readings, observations and reports required.
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PSY 222 - Concepts/Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
3-0-3
This course will focus on the fundamental concepts and principles of applied behavior analysis and behavioral change procedures. The focus will be on the identification of skill acquisition and behavior reduction procedures. In addition, the course will discuss ethical considerations related to behavior analysts’ responsible conduct. The course objectives/learning outcomes are designated to be in line with coursework requirements as outlined by the Behavior Anaylst Certification Board.
PR: PSY 101
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PSY 240 - Educational Psychology
2-2-3
Application of psychological theories to intelligence, learning, development, individual differences, motivation, behavior management and discipline. Applied settings include coaching and sports psychology, camp counseling, schools and mentor settings, business and industry and recreational settings. Field experience required.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103.
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PSY 260 - Research Methods and Statistics I
3-0-3
An introduction to different methodological approaches used in psychology with emphasis on non-experimental research designs. Topics include the ethical standards for research, dsecriptive and correlational designs, and using computer programs to manage and analyze data.
PR: PSY 101
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PSY 261 - Research Methods and Statistics II
3-0-3
An introduction to different methodological apporaches used in psychology with emphasis on experimental research designs. Topics include single-group, multi-group, and factorial designs, statistical analyses used in experimental research, and using computer programs to manage and analyze data.
PR: A grade of C or higher in PSY 260 .
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PSY 298 - Research Practicum
1 to 3 hours
Students will be involved in designing experiments, collecting data, scoring data, entering and analyzing the data, formulating future studies and writing reports. Students will learn about the development and execution of research projects. May be repeated for up to six credits. A one-hour weekly research seminar is required.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103 and consent of faculty supervisor during semester preceding enrollment.
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PSY 303 - Health Psychology in Sociocultural Context
3-0-3
Explores the psychological processes involved in health with a particular focus on the confluence of gender, race and class. Within this context, individual experiences of a variety of health related topics will be covered including sources of stress and stress management, social support, adoption of healthy/risky behaviors, adherence to medical advice, experiences as recipients of health care and coping with chronic illness and death.
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PSY 304 - Social Psychology
3-0-3
The influence of social forces on one’s everyday thoughts and behaviors. Survey of theory and research on social perception, self-perception, conformity, group behavior, altruism, aggression and close relationships.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103.
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PSY 315 - Counseling Theory
3-0-3
Various counseling theories, techniques and approaches including affective, cognitive, systems and behavioral interventions.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103.
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PSY 316 - Counseling Practice
1-6-3
Development of counseling skills. Practicum experience with a human-service agency based on each student’s area of interest in counseling.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103 and PSY 315 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PSY 318 - Abnormal Psychology
3-0-3
Survey of the psychological disorders classified in current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). Diagnostic criteria will be the primary focus of the course.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103.
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PSY 323 - Experiential Education Leadership Development
2-2-3
(See KIN 323 .) Learning theory, group dynamics, team building and leadership techniques for experiential-education challenge-course adventure activities, initiatives and games. Exploration of the use of experiential-education activities in organizations, therapeutic settings and the classroom. Fee.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103.
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PSY 342 - Child and Adolescent Psychology
3-0-3
Examination of theories and current research in cognitive, emotional, social and physical development in infancy through adolescence. Familial, peer group, educational and cultural contexts will be emphasized. Observations and participation in research are required.
PR: PSY 101 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PSY 350 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology
3-0-3
Application of psychological principles to the organizational/industrial setting.
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PSY 352 - Applied Practice in Behavior Analysis
3-0-3
This course will give students and introduction to the knowledge and skills needed to apply the basic behavior analytic principles, mechanisms, and methods to produce socially significant behavior changes in educational settings. In addition, the course will discuss ethical considerations related to behavior analysts’ responsible conduct. The course objectives/learning outcomes are designed to be in line with the coursework requirements as outlined by the Behavior Analyst Ceritfication Board.
PR: PSY 101 , PSY 222 .
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PSY 353 - Single Subject Design in Applied Behavior Analysis
3-0-3
This course will introduce students to single-subject research design used within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Students will learn a variety of single-subject designs including benefits and considerations associated with the use of each design. Students will be introduced to practical, legal, ethical, and socio-cultural issues that shoud be considered when selecting a research design wihtin the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. The course objectives/learning outcomes are designed to be in line with the coursework requirements as outlined by the Behavior Analysis Certification Board.
PR: PSY 101 , PSY 222 , and PSY 352 .
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PSY 355 - Psychology of Interpersonal Relations
3-0-3
Current theories and practices in group process designed to increase intra- and inter-personal awareness and sensitivity.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103 or CI.
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PSY 362 I - Research Seminar in Psychology
3-0-3
Application of the research and statistical methods covered in PSY 260 and PSY 261 . Students ethically design, conduct, analyze, interpret, and report empirical research that is framed within the instructor’s area of expertise. Special emphasis is placed on reviewing the scientific literature, data collection and statistical analysis using statistical software, and writing an APA-style manuscript.
PR: PSY 261 .
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PSY 371 - Ethics & Professional Issues in Behavior Analysis & Psychology
3-0-3
Ethics and professional issues in the conduct of behavior analytic and psychological research and practice. An emphasis is placed on the ethical codes and compliance with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and the American Psychological Association other related ethics codes, such as the American Counseling Association will also be addressed. The course will also discuss relevant historical legal precedents that influence current ethics code. Professional issues such as liability insurance, credentials required for clinical practice, and processes for addressing ethical dilemmas are included. This course is designed to meet the BACB requirements for the BCaBA course sequence.
PR: PSY 101
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PSY 385 - Psychology of Women
3-0-3
Interdisciplinary investigation of the psychological, social, emotional and cognitive aspects of women in society. Investigation of research, theory and real-world application of a variety of issues related to women.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 390 - Adulthood and Aging
3-0-3
In-depth survey of adult development focusing on current research in social, cognitive, biological and psychological developmental issues. Hands-on research experience is a component of this course.
PR: PSY 101 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PSY 401 - Psychological Testing
3-0-3
Tests used in assessment of general and special abilities; intelligence, personality, achievement, vocational and neuropsychological inventories. History of psychological testing, review of intelligence and other psychological constructs, ethical considerations and factors involved in test development and selection. Introduction to statistical methods used in evaluation and measurement.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103 required; MAT 111 recommended.
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PSY 405 I - Learning
3-0-3
Focuses on basic principles of classical and instrumental/operant conditioning and factors that govern the acquisition or elimination of learned responses. Theories and applications of learning principles to modify human behavior as well as for behavioral treatments of mood, anxiety and substance-abuse disorders will be discussed.
PR: PSY 261 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PSY 406 I - Cognitive Psychology
3-0-3
Study of the cognitive bases of attention, perception, memory, language and problem solving. Current theories and research are emphasized.
PR: PSY 261 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PSY 410 - Sensory and Perceptual Processes
3-0-3
Fundamental of sensation and perception. Emphasis placed on understanding neurophysiology of the sensory systems and how knowledge of the sensory systems is used to improve quality of life.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103, and PSY 260 .
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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PSY 411 - Behavioral Neuroscience
3-0-3
Principles in neuroscience and organization of the central nervous system. Interrelations between the brain and wakefulness and sleep, homeostatic processes, memory, emotion, sexual behaviors and processes associated with thinking and language will be examined. Clinical perspectives on the diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative disorders are emphasized.
PR: PSY 101 or PSY 103, and PSY 260 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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PSY 432 - Autism Spectrum Disorder/Developmental Disabilities
3-0-3
An introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities including intellectual disabilities. Course discusses core and associated characteristics of ASD and other developmental disorders, the historical framework and underlying theories, diagnostic criteria based on the DSMV and IDEA, early intervention and family supports, diagnostic assessment tools, social communication, behavior, transitioning to the community, and evidence based strategies/programs to promote inclusion and self-determination.
PR: PSY 101 , JS or SS or CI
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